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.
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$460Sale Price|30% Off
Art Wall hanging - Woolen Wall carpet - Geometric Minimalist
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Handmade Wool Artwork made by M. Dombrowsky. An abstract, minimalist work made of wool and wood. Each work is handcrafted, the wool dyed and spun by hand. Intricately wrapped, and t...
Wool, Cotton, Silk, Pine, Reclaimed Wood
Elevation 1. John Groom, 1981, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Amazing artwork by Jon Groom Acrylic on canvas. We have mounted it on a white acrylic painted board Excellent provenance- Nicola Jacobs Gallery and then to owner The mea...
Paper
Mirror 'Tafla O5' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Tafla O5" contemporary mirror by Zieta Original Zieta mirror, delivered with certificate. Polished stainless steel Measures: 60 x 40 x 6 cm. More shapes and sizes are available ...
Stainless Steel
$2,213 / item
Mirror Tafla O3 in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta
By Zieta, Oskar Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Tafla O3" contemporary mirror by Zieta Original Zieta mirror, delivered with certificate. Polished stainless steel Measures: 124 x 79 x 6 cm. Zieta ...
Stainless Steel
Mirror Tafla O2 Sapphire, in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta
By Oskar Zieta, Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Tafla O2" contemporary mirror by Zieta Gradient Collection: finish Sapphire Original Zieta mirror, delivered with certificate. Polished stainless steel Measures: 150 x 97...
Stainless Steel
Mirror 'Tafla C4' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta, In Stock
$295Sale Price|35% Off
Color Etching Antonia Dombrowsky 2000- Color Engraving - handmade Bütten-Paper
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Artist Antonia Dombrowsky Color Etching - Etat 3/5 2000 Dimension Print Height 50 cm / 19.68 inches Width 30 cm / 11.81 inches Biography of the Artist 1935 Born in Düsseldo...
Paper
Contemporary Mirror 'Rondo 95' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta, In Stock
By Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Rondo" contemporary mirror by Zieta Original Zieta mirror, delivered with certificate. Stainless steel Size: 95 cm diameter, 6 cm depth Zieta is bes...
Stainless Steel
Plinth Shelf in Sand Kunis Breccia Marble by Norm Architects for Audo
By Norm Architects, Audo
Located in Dubai, AE
The minimalist profile of the Plinth Shelf is shaped from either Grey Kendzo marble or Kunis Breccia stone. The honed marble and stone carry an air of sophistication and elegance to ...
Marble
$5,675 / item
Liana Natural Clay
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
LIANA, a sculpture symbolizing the connection between the sky and the underworld. Crafted using an ancestral technique from San Bartolo Coyotepec, these pieces were formed from Oaxac...
Stainless Steel
G Wall-Mounted LP Record Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 95.5 wide, G shelf is sculpted out of 3-8 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf ...
Aluminum
Páramo Tiles MIX 1 m2. - 50% with curve and 50% plain (natural clay)
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Páramo expresses the malleability of the earth. This scalable set of mosaics modeled using parametric design allows for infinite variations. Sold per m2. The geographies that resu...
Clay, Paint
OG Wall-Mounted Shelf with Doors in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum with two Minimalist pin-hinged doors. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily mounts on included custom-bent steel Z-clips. Each bay of this modernist shelf...
Aluminum
2G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 37" wide, 3G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily mounts on included custom-bent steel Z-clips. Each bay of this modernist shelf...
Aluminum
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Ashi", Color Variant 20110EWC Anthracite
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Donna Levinstone Minimalist Pastel Paintings in Blue Tones, Set of 3
Located in Round Top, TX
Artist Statement: My pastel landscapes, drawn both in color and black and white, capture a moment in time. They present the beauty as well as the powerful forces of nature. My work ...
Plexiglass, Oak, Paper
Wall Hanging Shelving Unit in Solid White Oak by Elliott Marks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid white oak shelving unit that hangs from wall. Item pictured is available and ready to ship. Hand selected premium hardwood finished in durable natural matte hard wax/ oil finis...
Oak
Set of 3 Plinth Shelves in Sand Kunis Breccia Marble by Norm Architects for Audo
By Audo, Norm Architects
Located in Dubai, AE
The minimalist profile of the Plinth Shelf is shaped from either Grey Kendzo marble or Kunis Breccia stone. The honed marble and stone carry an air of sophistication and elegance to ...
Marble
$16 / item
Snoop Wall Hook, Blood Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
Simple, minimal and fun wall hook.
Brass, Steel
4G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted 4G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily ...
Aluminum
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Ashi", Color Variant 20120EWC Bronze
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Chicago Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Blackened Steel by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Wall-mounted shelf in .125 thick blackened steel plate. This 5-bay shelf is made of laser-cut, bent and welded steel plate with a blackened finish. Recessed steel mounting brackets a...
Steel
Board Game Cabinet Wall Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Board Cabinet in quarter inch thick aluminum. Made originally as storage for a New York architect's family's board game collection. The doors have custom integrated hinge that align ...
Aluminum
Mirror 'Tafla C4' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta, In Stock
Wall Hanging Shelving Unit in Solid Maple by Elliott Marks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid maple shelving unit that hangs from wall. Item pictured is available and ready to ship. Hand selected premium hardwood finished in durable natural hard wax/ oil finish. The ver...
Maple
8G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 12 foot long, 8G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the sh...
Aluminum
Chinese Geometric Lattice Window Panel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
At once functional and decorative, Chinese lattice windows allowed fresh air and light into a room while still maintaining privacy. Assembled by interlocking narrow rods of carved pi...
Pine
3G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Anodized Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted 3G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, brushed and anodized. Each shelf has an inset bolted U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily m...
Aluminum
5G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 91 wide, 5G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily mounts on included custom-bent steel Z-clips. Each bay of this modernist shelf...
Aluminum
Deep 2G Wall-Mounted Shelf Console in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 30" wide, deep 2G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily mounts on included custom-bent steel Z-clips. Each bay of this modernist shelf...
Aluminum
Mirror 'Tafla O4.5' in Stainless Steel by Zieta, In Stock
By Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Tafla O4.5" contemporary mirror by Zieta. (New model created in 2020) Stainless steel Measures: 86 x 57 x 6 cm. Zieta is best known for his collection of stools “Plopp” made thro...
Stainless Steel
Páramo Tiles MIX 1 m2. - 50% with curve and 50% plain
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Páramo expresses the malleability of the earth. This scalable set of mosaics modeled using parametric design allows for infinite variations. The geographies that result from these ...
Clay, Paint
John Lennon Two is One 1969 Signed Etching on Paper 203/300 Yoko Ono 1991
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...
Paper
Christopher Wool Black Book Lithographs 33.5" x 23.5"
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...
Glass, Wood, Paper
Brass Coat Rack Wall Mount Custom Hand Made Sliding Hooks Bronze Patina
Located in East Hampton, NY
Custom site specific sizes available (length and quantity of hooks) Stainless steel, brass, bronze, aluminum Hand applied patina finishes Hooks slide along a 1" diameter rod.
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mirror 'Tafla C4.5' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta, In Stock
G Wall-Mounted Shelf with Doors in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum with three pin-hinged doors. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily mounts on included custom-bent steel Z-clips. Each bay of this modernist shelf...
Aluminum
$4,170 / item
Aura Tiles Blue
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Aura, a mural of a gentle, profound and peaceful nature painted by Mexican artist José Miguel Gómez in different sized ceramic mosaics. Each piece represents a different state of min...
Ceramic, Paint
"Ponder the Calm" by Kristin Genet
By Mark Rothko
Located in Atlanta, GA
With roots in East Germany and experiences spanning Spain, Los Angeles, and now Georgia, Kristin Genet’s work is infused with a rich cultural and natural sensibility. A background in...
Cement
William Finlayson Jr. Acrylic on Wood Assemblage Titled: "a.b.c. 6” 2024
By William Finlayson Jr.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Born in Tallahasee Fl, William started his artistic career as a color consultant for his family's Design and Painting company that took on constant projects of custom painted interio...
Acrylic, Wood
Wall Mounted Side Board Cabinet in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Side Board Cabinet in quarter inch thick aluminum. Made originally as storage for a New York architect's family's board game collection. The doors have custom integrated hinge that a...
Aluminum
U.E.S. 'Upper East Side' Shelf in Waxed Aluminium Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The wall-mounted, Minimalist Shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminium. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the ...
Aluminum
DC Bar Cabinet Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
DC Bar Cabinet wall-mounted Shelf in machine cut 3-8 inch thick aluminum plate. Hand-finished and waxed aluminum plate. The doors have custom integrated hinge that align to the inter...
Aluminum
"Flower Near the Staircase" Mosaic by Toyoharu Kii
By Toyoharu Kii
Located in Chicago, IL
A leader of the cross-cultural craft resurgence, Japan-based artist Toyoharu Kii creates his intricate mosaics with handcut Italian marble and smalti, Venetian glass made by the same Italian family for over 400 years. Using traditional Italian techniques, Kii’s art is nonetheless modern. It is monochromatic, abstract, and highly textured and highlights the involved and technical art...
Marble, Quartz
$10,525Sale Price|24% Off
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...
Paper
6G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The wall-mounted, Minimalist 6G Shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily...
Aluminum
OG Wall-Mounted Shelf with Drawers in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted G-shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum with two drawers with underside Blum motion soft-close glides. Each drawer is lined in 10...
Aluminum
$8,460 / item
Mirror Tafla O1 in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta
By Zieta, Oskar Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Tafla O1" contemporary mirror by Zieta Polished stainless steel Measures: 225 x 100 x 6 cm. More shapes and sizes are available (see picture attached). Zieta is best known for h...
Stainless Steel
G Wall-Mounted Shelf with Doors in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum with two Minimalist pin-hinged doors. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans...
Aluminum
$267Sale Price|52% Off
Contemporary Woolen Art Work - Abstract Woolen Wall Object
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Handmade Wool Artwork made by M. Dombrowsky. An abstract, minimalist work made of wool and wood. Each work is handcrafted, the wool dyed and spun by hand. Intricately wrapped, and ti...
Wool, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage French Postmodern Wall Hook
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vibrant vintage wall hook is a quintessential example of French Postmodern design, drawing clear inspiration from the playful, geometric language of the Memphis Group. Featuring...
Iron
Library Bookcase Shelf in Brushed and Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
This award-winning Library Bookcase shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum plate. The body is welded together with all removable dividers mechanically fastene...
Aluminum
3G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 54" wide, 3G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf ...
Aluminum
Italy Ghidini 1961 Abstract Wall Light Sculpture by Campana Brothers Small Size
By Ghidini 1961, Campana Brothers
Located in Brescia, IT
This sculptural wall light in stainless steel was designed by Campana Brothers. The brass base and gilded mirrors create a kaleidoscope of golden tones and reflections. The piece can...
Stainless Steel
Italy Ghidini 1961 Abstract Wall Light Sculpture by Campana Brothers Large Size
By Ghidini 1961, Campana Brothers
Located in Brescia, IT
This sculptural wall light in stainless steel was designed by Campana Brothers. The brass base and gilded mirrors create a kaleidoscope of golden tones and reflections. The piece can...
Stainless Steel
Untitled Abstract Oil Painting, Minimalist Style, Hand-Painted, 2017
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abstract Oil Painting Education 1994–96 MFA, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada 1991–94 BFA, Rockford College, Illinois, USA Solo Exhibitions 2017/18 Landscape / Still Moving, Rockford Art Museum Annex, Rockford, Illinois, USA 2017 Life Still / In Motion, Kortman Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 2015 Ljósanótt, Keflavik, Iceland 2014 Umbrot, Kaffi Sólon, Reykjavik, Iceland 2012 Brotinn himinn, Kaffi Sólon, Reykjavik, Iceland 2011 Eins og enginn sé morgundagurinn, Listasalur IÐU, Reykjavik, Iceland 2009 Myndbirtingar, B5, Reykjavik, Iceland 2006 ekki endilega hér / hvergi (possibly nowhere), Gallerí List, Reykjavik, Iceland 2006 In Transit, Galeriazero, Barcelona, Spain 2005 Koma og fara, SPH, Garðabaer, Iceland 2001 flökt (taktur einsemd snerting), Café Prestó, Kopavogur, Iceland 1999 Manngervingar (anthropomorphic), The Labour Unions’ Art Gallery, Iceland 1998 hafið bláa hafið, Gallerí smíðar&skart, Reykjavik, Iceland Group Exhibitions 2016 Ljósanótt, Keflavik, Iceland 2002 Anniversary Exhibition, Gallerí List, Reykjavik, Iceland 1998 Brynhildur Gudmundsdottir & Hekla Gudmundsdottir, Bílar&list, Reykjavik, Iceland 1996 Masters of Fine Arts Graduate Exhibition, Belkin Gallery, Vancouver, Canada 1996 XQXQXQX, Skuggi Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 1995 Invitational Drawing Exhibition, OR Gallery, Vancouver, Canada 1995 Annual Erotic Art Exhibition, New-Era Society, Victoria, Canada 1995 Opening Exhibition, Skuggi Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 1995 Gullnáman, Laugarvatn, Iceland 1995 Heart Art, Rockford College Art Gallery, Illinois, USA 1994 TSYQEOPXHBE, BFA Exhibition, Rockford College Art Gallery, Illinois, USA 1994 Just Another One Night Stand, Rockford College Art Gallery, USA 1993 No Icelandic Conversation, Rockford College Student Art...
Paint
Chinese Geometric Lattice Window Panel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
At once functional and decorative, Chinese lattice windows allowed fresh air and light into a room while still maintaining privacy. Assembled by interlocking narrow rods of carved pi...
Pine
Contemporary Wall Mounted Sculpture from 'Delta' Series by James Rowland
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
A piece from the 'Delta' abstract sculpture series by James Rowland made from Brazilian hard wood with brass inlay. Scottish Artist and furniture Designer-Maker James Rowland of K...
Brass
NW Corner Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
NW Corner Floor Shelf in machine cut 3-8 inch thick aluminum plate. Each element is hand-finished and waxed and bolted together with recessed stainless steel hardware. The underside ...
Aluminum
$5,675 / item
Liana Black Clay
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
LIANA, a sculpture symbolizing the connection between the sky and the underworld. Crafted using an ancestral technique from San Bartolo Coyotepec, these pieces were formed from Oaxac...
Clay