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Minimalist Prints

MINIMALIST STYLE

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.

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John Lennon Two is One 1969 Signed Etching on Paper 203/300 Yoko Ono 1991
John Lennon Two is One 1969 Signed Etching on Paper 203/300 Yoko Ono 1991

John Lennon Two is One 1969 Signed Etching on Paper 203/300 Yoko Ono 1991

By John Lennon 2

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

An iconic and intimate image originally drawn by John Lennon in 1969 using traditional sumi ink, "Two is One" captures the minimalist, calligraphic style that defined Lennon's visual...

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1990s American Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Christopher Wool Black Book Lithographs 33.5" x 23.5"
Christopher Wool Black Book Lithographs 33.5" x 23.5"

Christopher Wool Black Book Lithographs 33.5" x 23.5"

By Christopher Wool

Located in Atlanta, GA

Christopher Wool stenciled letter lithographs, American, circa 1990. They have been professionally framed in clean lined black lacquer wood gallery frames under UV resistant glass. T...

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1990s American Minimalist Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Josef Albers from White Embossings on Gray Series, Print II
Josef Albers from White Embossings on Gray Series, Print II

Josef Albers from White Embossings on Gray Series, Print II

By Josef Albers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“In order to use colour effectively it is necessary to recognise that colour deceives continually.” Josef Albers “We never really perceive what colour really is, as it physically is. This fact makes colour the most relative medium in art.” Josef Albers “The structures are irrational statements which illustrate the artist’s claim that the eye seeks, in endless exploration, to fathom and master the contradictions of reversed symmetry. One begins to study the structure at some point where isometric order is suggested. One finds evidence for the reading of the work, but when one tries to take in the whole structure as a unit, new evidence requires a drastic reorganization of the work’s implications. That which was above shifts to below, that which was negative becomes positive, that which was full becomes vacant, that which was in front has moved to the rear. Having found a balance, the eye’s testing...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Brice Marden Set of 4 Etching Tiles, 1979
Brice Marden Set of 4 Etching Tiles, 1979

Brice Marden Set of 4 Etching Tiles, 1979

By Brice Marden

Located in Toledo, OH

Brice Marden tile set of 4, Circa 1979. Four framed Etchings with Aquatint on Somerset Satin Paper. All tiles are signed and numbered from an edition of 50 published by Parasol Press, LTD, New York. The Art has been vetted by 1st Dibbs...

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Late 20th Century Minimalist Prints

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Satin, Paper

RAPTO – Silkscreen Print, Limited Edition by Álvaro Siza Vieira
RAPTO – Silkscreen Print, Limited Edition by Álvaro Siza Vieira

RAPTO – Silkscreen Print, Limited Edition by Álvaro Siza Vieira

By Alvaro Siza

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Rapto (The Abduction of Hippodamia) - The subject from the Greek mythology describes the kidnapping of the bride Hippodamia during her wedding by the centaur Eurytus, resulting in a battle between humans and centaurs. Álvaro Siza started drawing at the age of six. With a great variety of drawings on his portfolio, many of them are inspired by mythology and historic scenes. “The drawings are what came to my mind in this very moment. I like mythology and expressing the stories in images. I have made a lot of mythological drawing...

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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Donald Judd, Aquatint, 1978, signed and numbered from the edition of 175
Donald Judd, Aquatint, 1978, signed and numbered from the edition of 175

Donald Judd, Aquatint, 1978, signed and numbered from the edition of 175

By Donald Judd

Located in Oxford, GB

Donald Judd is a landmark figure in the history of postwar art (June 3, 1928 – February 12, 1994). Judd was an American artist associated with minimalism. In his work, Judd sought au...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

David Roth "White over Random Colors" 1977 Screen Print
David Roth "White over Random Colors" 1977 Screen Print

David Roth "White over Random Colors" 1977 Screen Print

By David Roth

Located in Sharon, CT

From the "Random Colors" set of four prints. This is "White over Random Colors" Published jointly in 1977 by G.W. Einstein, Brooke Alexander and Denise Rene. Printed by the artist in...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paint

Josef Albers from White Embossings on Gray Series, Print VI
Josef Albers from White Embossings on Gray Series, Print VI

Josef Albers from White Embossings on Gray Series, Print VI

By Josef Albers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“In order to use colour effectively it is necessary to recognise that colour deceives continually.” Josef Albers “We never really perceive what colour really is, as it physically is. This fact makes colour the most relative medium in art.” Josef Albers “The structures are irrational statements which illustrate the artist’s claim that the eye seeks, in endless exploration, to fathom and master the contradictions of reversed symmetry. One begins to study the structure at some point where isometric order is suggested. One finds evidence for the reading of the work, but when one tries to take in the whole structure as a unit, new evidence requires a drastic reorganization of the work’s implications. That which was above shifts to below, that which was negative becomes positive, that which was full becomes vacant, that which was in front has moved to the rear. Having found a balance, the eye’s testing finds the entire constellation shifting into its reverse.” Gerald Nordland, in his essay for the “White Embossings on Gray” catalogue For sale, one print from Albers’ late in life exploration of color and perception, the “White Embossings on Gray” Series. For this series, renowned California print...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Set of 4 "Women of Hawaii" Serigraph Art Prints by Pegge Hopper
Set of 4 "Women of Hawaii" Serigraph Art Prints by Pegge Hopper

Set of 4 "Women of Hawaii" Serigraph Art Prints by Pegge Hopper

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Set of 4 "Women of Hawaii" Serigraph artwork prints by Pegge Hopper including "Na Kua'Ana", "Woman with Fan", "Calico Popoki", and "Woman with Lei" each comes in a matching gold-tone...

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1980s Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

David Roth "Negative Archetypes" 9 Serigraphs 2001
David Roth "Negative Archetypes" 9 Serigraphs 2001

David Roth "Negative Archetypes" 9 Serigraphs 2001

By David Roth

Located in Sharon, CT

The results of the artists' study of the forms that have been consistent in art throughout its history regardless of place or culture. This is a 'negative' version of the original 19...

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Early 2000s American Minimalist Prints

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Paint

David Roth "Random Colors over Random Colors" 1977 Screen Print
David Roth "Random Colors over Random Colors" 1977 Screen Print

David Roth "Random Colors over Random Colors" 1977 Screen Print

By David Roth

Located in Sharon, CT

An 'artist proof' from the "Random Colors" set of four prints. This print is "Random Colors over Random Colors" Published jointly in 1977 by G.W. Einstein, Brooke Alexander and Denis...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paint

Nicholas Krushenick Tailgate Signed Pop Art Abstraction Silkscreen 189/200 Art
Nicholas Krushenick Tailgate Signed Pop Art Abstraction Silkscreen 189/200 Art

Nicholas Krushenick Tailgate Signed Pop Art Abstraction Silkscreen 189/200 Art

By Nicholas Krushenick

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

An abstract postmodern silkscreen in colors on paper titled “Tailgate” by Nicholas Krushenick. Hand signed in pencil and dated lower right with an annotation of 189/200 on the lower ...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Takesada Matsutani Curve Signed Abstract Minimalist Silkscreen Unframed Art
Takesada Matsutani Curve Signed Abstract Minimalist Silkscreen Unframed Art

Takesada Matsutani Curve Signed Abstract Minimalist Silkscreen Unframed Art

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

An abstract silkscreen in colors on paper titled “Curve” by Takesada Matsutani. Signed in pencil lower right. Titled and annotated 42/75 on the lower left. Published in 1971. This ar...

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1970s Japanese Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Paul VerBurg You Be You Signed Contemporary Pen and Ink over Acrylic Monoprint
Paul VerBurg You Be You Signed Contemporary Pen and Ink over Acrylic Monoprint

Paul VerBurg You Be You Signed Contemporary Pen and Ink over Acrylic Monoprint

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A contemporary abstract pen and ink over acrylic monotype titled "You Be You" by Paul VerBurg. Hand signed lower right. A quietly expressive work that blends subtle layering with ric...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Prints

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Paper

TAMEN – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz
TAMEN – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz

TAMEN – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz

By Marta Cruz

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

The watercolour prints by Marta Cruz approach the relationship between space and time, expressed through colour and composition. Using them as instruments, the designer works with an...

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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Prints

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Paper

DESENHO – Silkscreen Print, Limited Edition by Álvaro Siza Vieira
DESENHO – Silkscreen Print, Limited Edition by Álvaro Siza Vieira

DESENHO – Silkscreen Print, Limited Edition by Álvaro Siza Vieira

By Alvaro Siza

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Desenho (Man Painting) - The painting shows someone who begins a drawing, looking on the paper with a pen in the hand. Álvaro Siza describes the very special moment of taking the decision to make a painting, facing the white paper. A reproduction of his situation, doing this series of paintings: not knowing what to do until the decision to draw was being made. Then the idea of mythology came to his mind. “It is, in some way, an expression of my personal moment making drawings. But it is not a self-portrait, I am quite different than this man. It is not a specific person on purpose, because everyone makes drawings. Maybe not everyone does it, but everyone could do it.” Álvaro Siza started drawing at the age of six. With a great variety of drawings on his portfolio, many of them are inspired by mythology and historic scenes. “The drawings are what came to my mind in this very moment. I like mythology and expressing the stories in images. I have made a lot of mythological drawing...

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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Prints

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Paper

HUMUS – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz
HUMUS – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz

HUMUS – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz

By Marta Cruz

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

The watercolour prints by Marta Cruz approach the relationship between space and time, expressed through colour and composition. Using them as instruments, the designer works with an...

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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Prints

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Paper

STRATA – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz
STRATA – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz

STRATA – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz

By Marta Cruz

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

The watercolour prints by Marta Cruz approach the relationship between space and time, expressed through colour and composition. Using them as instruments, the designer works with an...

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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Prints

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Paper

LIMMA – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz
LIMMA – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz

LIMMA – Minimalist Modern Watercolor Print by Marta Cruz

By Marta Cruz

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

The watercolour prints by Marta Cruz approach the relationship between space and time, expressed through colour and composition. Using them as instruments, the designer works with an...

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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Variations Portfolio of Five Lithographs by Kumi Sugaï 1995
Variations Portfolio of Five Lithographs by Kumi Sugaï 1995

Variations Portfolio of Five Lithographs by Kumi Sugaï 1995

By Kumi Sugai

Located in Weesp, NL

Kumi Sugaï, one of the most internationally acclaimed Japanese painters of the twentieth century. ‘ Variations ‘ Portfolio of 5 in mint condition by Kumi Sugaï 1995. Signed and num...

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1990s French Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Emil Schumacher "untitled" 1967 minimal art Aquatint and etching on vellum
Emil Schumacher "untitled" 1967 minimal art Aquatint and etching on vellum

Emil Schumacher "untitled" 1967 minimal art Aquatint and etching on vellum

By Emil Schumacher

Located in Münster, DE

Emil Schumacher (1912 Hagen-1999 Ibiza) Untitled Aquatint and etching on vellum Created in 1967 Ed. 4/120 Numbered in pencil and signed lower right Sheet size: 52 x 72 cm Fra...

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1960s German Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Carmen
Carmen

Carmen

$2,391

Carmen

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Holmfirth, GB

'Carmen', 1949 Etching in Burin, from an unnumbered edition of 289 printed by Atelier Roger Lacourière, Paris, on Montval wove, to illustrate an 1845 novella by Prosper Mérimée 31 x...

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1940s French Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Limited Edition Lithograph by Keith Finch
Limited Edition Lithograph by Keith Finch

Limited Edition Lithograph by Keith Finch

By Keith Bruce Finch

Located in Surrey, BC

Signed and numbered abstract of child and woman in great condition by Keith Bruce Finch. He was born in Holyoke, Colorado on October 9, 1919. Finch was most active in Los Angeles i...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Fred Sandback Limited Edition Framed Lithograph 1984
Fred Sandback Limited Edition Framed Lithograph 1984

Fred Sandback Limited Edition Framed Lithograph 1984

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Untitled lithograph by Fred Sandback printed in brown, 1984, on Japan paper, signed, dated and numbered 15/20 in pencil, published by Edition Fred Jahn, Munich, with full margins, fr...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Paul VerBurg Untitled 46 Signed Contemporary Pen & Ink over Acrylic Monoprint
Paul VerBurg Untitled 46 Signed Contemporary Pen & Ink over Acrylic Monoprint

Paul VerBurg Untitled 46 Signed Contemporary Pen & Ink over Acrylic Monoprint

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A contemporary abstract pen and ink over acrylic monotype "Untitled 46" by Paul VerBurg. Hand signed lower right. At its center, a dark, petal-like form is encircled by a radiant red...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Limited screen print by R.W. Beerens, Netherlands 1990s
Limited screen print by R.W. Beerens, Netherlands 1990s

Limited screen print by R.W. Beerens, Netherlands 1990s

Located in ECHT, NL

Limited (nr. 95 of 100) screen print. Made by Ruud (Rudy) Beerens in 1999. The piece has been framed in an aluminium frame with a glass pane. Ruud (R.W., Rudy) Beerens (1950 Weert – 2023 Maastricht) was not only an artist, but also a performer, collector, storyteller. During his life he strolled flea markets, thrift centers and (souvenir) shops. There was always something that caught his attention. And to store and display everything, he bought cabinets to use all the objects. His home was not only his studio, but became a treasury with references to other and bygone times. With the collection of analog photography, self-recorded video- and music cassettes...

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Late 20th Century Dutch Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Josef Albers from Formulation: Articulation Portfolio
Josef Albers from Formulation: Articulation Portfolio

Josef Albers from Formulation: Articulation Portfolio

By Josef Albers

Located in Stamford, CT

Josef Albers from Formulation: Articulation, 1972. Silkscreen prints, folio 1/ folder 1. Floated in 12 karat white gold gilt frame using all acid free archival materials. #176 of 100...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Prints

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Paper

Minimalist prints for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Minimalist prints for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage prints created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist prints made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original prints, popular names associated with this style include Josef Albers, Jo Niemeyer, Allan D'Arcangelo, and Getulio Alviani. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for prints differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $230 and tops out at $22,000 while the average work can sell for $1,000.