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Modern furniture is made of many different types of materials. Some modern furniture makers used natural materials like wood for frames and leather and linen for upholstery. Metals, such as aluminum, stainless steel and nickel, were also common, as were some plastics. Explore a diverse assortment of modern furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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Pink Marble Side Table ‘Flow’
Located in Eindhoven, NB
FLOW is a modern pink marble side table with a clean shape and a wave detail at the bottom. The simple cube form is combined with a flowing base, giving the table a light and playful...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables
Materials
Marble, Stone
$2,395 / item
Serrallés Chandelier
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
SERRALLÉS CHANDELIER, designed in 2025.
Large asymetric brass chandelier with handcrafted ceramic shells. The shells are hand-sculpted and finished in a bespoke galze. Each piece is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$11,648 / item
Art Deco Style Sofa Covered In Olive Velvet By Munna Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Evoking the bold and historic strength of Scotland's kilts, this Sofa makes a powerful statement. Its design captures the essence of the kilt's dynamic folds, resulting in a comforta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
AMAZONITE Dry Green
Beige Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Sculptural Boucle Dining Chair with Split Pedestal Base - Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural blend of form and function, this contemporary dining chair exudes elegance with its soft curves and refined silhouette. Upholstered in a range of heavy textured boucle w...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Barbican Bedside Tables
Located in London, GB
Handmade in the English Lake District from European oak and native British ash, the Barbican bedside tables bring together bold geometry and traditional craftsmanship.
Inspired by br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Night Stands
Materials
Ash, Oak
$5,939