A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Irish Green Marble Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology en...
Marble
- Gray Cement Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A cement base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a cement, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology e...
Cement
Tier Table in Waxed and Polished Aluminium Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Tier side table in .25 inch thick aluminum plate, part of the solo show "Nine variations" at Mondo Cane Gallery in 2011. Digitally cut aluminium plates intersect and are fused with r...
Aluminum
Opium Table, Turned Solid Wood Table in Oiled Walnut 'L'
Located in beirut, LB
The opium is a set of side tables, also available individually, made from turned solid walnut and angled tenon joints. The wood top is inspired by the shape of the opium poppy and fi...
Walnut, Cherry, Oak, Sapele Wood
- Brown Ceramic Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A ceramic base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a cement, realized with the care that ceramic requires. A powerful wireless charging technology...
Ceramic
Grey Concrete Base, Small, 15w Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A Concrete base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that Concrete requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural tecno feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy at 100%. - 15w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 12cm (4,72in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 13...
Concrete
Azul Macaubas Marble Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ens...
Marble
Contemporary Green Onix Base, Small, 15w Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A Onix base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that Onix requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% Italian Onix, 0% plastics. - 15w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 12cm (4,72in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 13...
Marble
$192 / item
Travertine Base, Small, 15w Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A travertine base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that stone requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% stone - 15w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 12cm (4,72in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 12 / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max / 12 Mini / iPhone 11...
Travertine
$192 / item
Travertino Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology en...
Marble
Guatemala Marble Base, Small, 15w Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% Italian marble - 15w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 12cm (4,72in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 12 / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max / 12 Mini / iPhone 11...
Marble
Emperador Brown Marble Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology en...
Marble
Marquinia Marble Base, Small, 15w Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% Italian marble, 0% plastics. - 15w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 12cm (4,72in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 12 / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max / 12 Mini / iPhone 11...
Marble
Contemporary Azul Macaubas Marble Base, Small, 15w Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A Marble base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that Marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% Italian Marble, 0% plastics. - 15w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 12cm (4,72in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 13...
Marble
- Guatemala Green Marble Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology en...
Marble
Contemporary Brown Onix Base, Small, 15w Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A Onix base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that Onix requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures...
Marble
Marquinia Marble Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ens...
Marble
- Aegean Pink Marble Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology en...
Marble
- Deep Night Sky Corian Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A corian base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a corian, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology e...
Marble
Amaranth Wood Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A wood base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a wood, realized with the care that wood requires. Powerful wireless charging technology ensures e...
Marble
Black Wenge Wood Base, Small, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A wood base, that quickly charges your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a wood, realized with the care that wood requires. Powerful wireless charging technology ensures e...
Marble
Guatemala Marble Base, Medium, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% Italian marble - 15w power supply included in the box. - Measures: Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 18cm (7.09 in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 13...
Marble
$277 / item
Pink Onix Base, Small, 15w Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A Onix base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that Onix requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% Italian Onix, 0% plastics. - 15w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 12cm (4,72in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 13...
Marble
Grey Concrete Pencil Holder, x2 15w Wireless Charger
By Andrea Barra, [1+2=8]
Located in Milano, IT
A Concrete base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. Realized with the care that Concrete requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural tecno feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy - 30w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 13...
Concrete
Opium Table, Turned Solid Wood Table in Oiled Walnut 'S'
Located in beirut, LB
The opium is a set of side tables, also available individually, made from turned solid walnut and angled tenon joints. The wood top is inspired by the shape of the opium poppy and fi...
Walnut, Cherry, Oak, Sapele Wood
Hardwood Side Table, Contemporary Brazilian Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "SE7E" Reversible Tray table or side table in tropical Brazilian hardwood tray and base by Brazilian designer Rahyja Afrange. A versatile piece with ti...
Wood
Opium Table, Turned Solid Wood Table in Oiled Walnut 'M'
Located in beirut, LB
The opium is a set of side tables, also available individually, made from turned solid walnut and angled tenon joints. The wood top is inspired by the shape of the opium poppy and fi...
Walnut, Cherry, Oak, Sapele Wood
Contemporary Boton Three Side Table in Conacaste Solid Wood by Labrica
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Inspired by old brass buttons and cuff links, this series includes three different table tops each with a distinct base. The series continues to grow and each piece can be modified t...
Wood
$3,800 / set
H 17.52 in W 17.52 in D 17.52 in
Pair of Midcentury Side Tables in Rosewood Designed by Aksel Kjærsgaard, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of side tables rosewood. Designed by Aksel Kjærsgaard in 1960s, Denmark. Great original condition.
Rosewood
French Rattan Elephant Tray Table or Drinks Table, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching woven rattan end table or drinks table with removable tray top. France, 1940s-1950s. This elephant shaped end table stand was beautifully constructed in hand braided rat...
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural low tray Table Amanokaguyama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Amanogakuyama Sculptural low tray table by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of w...
Wood
$1,192 / item
H 14.97 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Vodo bedside table / stool, in oak and metal, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Vodo is a collection made up of folded sheet metal structures and solid wood shelves fixed by a joint. Whether it is our bench, stool, console or bookcase, Vodo will be perfect for any environment thanks to its clean line and lightness. Vodo is a line of furniture redefining internal landscapes. Objects made of bent sheets of metal, recalling voids like windows opened towards inhabited spaces...
Sheet Metal
$1,000
H 22.25 in W 23 in D 16 in
Vintage Boho Wicker Rattan Elephant Side Table Style of Mario Lopez Torres 1970s
By Mario Torres
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
1970s Vintage Boho Figurative Animalia Wicker Rattan elephant side tray table in the style of Mario Lopez Torres. This Animalia vintage 1960s-19...
Bamboo, Wicker, Wood
FORNASETTI Two Tier Tray Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian table with two removable trays in lacquered wood and faux bamboo patinated brass base / made in Milan Italy in the 1950s Original Fornasetti labels on the base of tra...
Brass
$10,246
H 22.05 in W 25.6 in D 17.72 in
Peter Hvidt Side / Tray Table Model No 1775 by Fritz Hansen in Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side / tray table model no 1775 designed by Peter Hvidt. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
Walnut
$1,193 / item
H 14.97 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Vodo bedside table / stool, in oak and metal, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Vodo is a line of furniture redefining internal landscapes. Objects made of bent sheets of metal, recalling voids like windows opened towards inhabited spaces, sculptures that become...
Sheet Metal
Cast Bronze Rain Drum with Elaborate Detail Patina Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This cast iron bronze drum is inspired by the rain drums of South East Asia, particular those found in Burma, Laos and some of the Eastern Islands of Indonesia. This drum features th...
Bronze
Moroccan Brass Tray Top Spider Leg Table
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Moroccan made brass tray top table with folding spider leg base. This example shows some minor cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.
Brass
Serving Tray on a Folding Stand
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British colonial style serving tray with a removable top with a herringbone reed surface in a bamboo frame with brass handles on a mahogany folding base carved with a palm leaf motif...
Bamboo
Sold
H 11.23 in W 22.84 in D 13.78 in
Iconic Tray Table 'Jolly' by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini in Glossy Red , 1970s
By Guzzini, Luigi Massoni
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Step into the timeless allure of the 1970s with the iconic Jolly Tray, born from the creative genius of renowned designer Luigi Massoni and produced by Guzzini. Embodying Massoni's s...
Plastic
Opium Table, Turned Solid Wood Table in Oiled Walnut 'L'
Located in beirut, LB
The opium is a set of side tables, also available individually, made from turned solid walnut and angled tenon joints. The wood top is inspired by the shape of the opium poppy and fi...
Walnut
Grey Concrete Base, X2 15w Wireless Charger
By Andrea Barra, [1+2=8]
Located in Milano, IT
A concrete base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. Realized with the care that concrete requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural Tecno feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy - 30w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 13...
Concrete
Marquinia Marble Base, Medium, 15W Wireless Charger
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
A marble base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% Italian marble, 0% plastics. - 15w power supply included in the box. - Measures: Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter Ø 18cm (7.09 in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 13...
Marble
Travertine Base, Medium, 15W Wireless Charger
By Andrea Barra, [1+2=8]
Located in Milano, IT
A travertine base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that stone requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ...
Travertine