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MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
3 Real stones Necklaces By Monica Erre
Located in Miami, FL
1: Smoked Quartz & Sardonix 2: Smoked Quartz & Ónix 3: Eye of Tiger All this pieces they Handmade and one of a kind, we made special orders.
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes

Materials

Agate

Modern Copper Straw Bar Set Presented in an Agate Decorated Lucite Box
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
These modern copper straws are presented in a Lucite box decorated with a Rose Quartz Agate cabochon. This unique and bespoke copper straw set is part of the Egg Designs Dawa luxury bar set collection and will be a great addition to any home cocktail bar...
Category

2010s South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Quartz, Copper, Brass

Black Stripes Ziggurat Boxes by Oeuffice
Located in Geneve, CH
Black stripes ziggurat boxes by Oeuffice Edition: 12 + 2AP 2012 Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 55 cm Materials: Wood box, acrylic, solid stained wood. The ...
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2010s English Modern Boxes

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Ghidini 1961 Small Knotted Cherry Box in Rose Gold Finish
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Small box available in brass and rose gold finishes.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Pair of Smoky Rock Crystal Quartz Lamps with Silvered Wood Bases
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of smoky rock crystal quartz lamps with silvered wood bases. The rock crystal is hand-cut and hand-polished into geometric shapes. When the lamps are lit the smoky rock c...
Category

20th Century French Modern Boxes

Materials

Rock Crystal, Quartz

In Stock Caracol Keepsake Box in Silver Bronze and White Marble Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Available now and ready to ship! Caracol keepsake box is comprised of a hand carved base in white marble with a matte silver bronze top. An elegant vide-poche or jewelry box.  Medi...
Category

2010s European Modern Boxes

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Ceramic Leopard Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The "Leopard Head Jewelry Box," crafted by South African artists Jabu Nene and Sfiso Mvelase of Love Art Ceramic, is a stunning piece that beautifully blends functionality with artis...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Zebra Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Zebra Jewelry Box Hand Painted by Jabu Nene, Sculpted by Motsamai Sello Love Art Ceramic, South Africa The Zebra Jewelry Box is a stunning ceramic mas...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Met Ziggurat Box by Oeuffice
Located in Geneve, CH
MET ziggurat box by Oeuffice Edition: 12 + 2AP 2018 Dimensions: 22 x 22 x 38 cm Materials: Wood box, acrylic, solid stained wood Other 3 different MET collection boxes available...
Category

2010s English Modern Boxes

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Ceramic Butterfly Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the stunning "Protea, Butterfly Jewelry Box," a captivating piece of ceramic art crafted in South Africa in 2024 by the talented duo Sb...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
A beautiful piece! The combination of glossy white and green colors, along with the unique design of a pumpkin with a removable lid, adds a charming touch. It’s great to hear about ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming ceramic jewelry box pumpkin is a handcrafted piece made in South Africa by the talented artists of Love Art Ceramics. No molds were used in its creation, highlighting t...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Ceramic pumpkin handcrafted in South Africa by Love Art Ceramics. Two talented artists collaborated on this piece—one sculpted it, while the other painted it, and their names are f...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautiful ceramic pumpkin sculpture, crafted and painted in South Africa by Love Art Ceramics, showcases the creativity of a talented group of artists. With its vibrant colors—w...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely ceramic pumpkin jewelry box is a unique, one-of-a-kind piece handcrafted in South Africa by Love Art Ceramics. Made entirely by hand witho...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Pixel Ziggurat Boxes by Oeuffice
Located in Geneve, CH
Pixel Ziggurat boxes by Oeuffice Edition: 12 + 2AP 2012 Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 55 cm Materials: Wood box, acrylic The Pixel edition is a playful interpretation of the Ziggurat ...
Category

2010s English Modern Boxes

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Ceramic Waterlilies Plant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Water Lily Dragonfly Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Sabelo Nene, Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024 Introducing the Water...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

American Cowhide and Brass Box
Located in Queens, NY
American cowhide upholstered box with brass nail heads.   
Category

20th Century American Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Morpho Blue Butterfly Frame in White Oak and Brass by Cam Crockford
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Morpho blue butterfly frame in white oak and brass by Cam Crockford Additional Information: Materials: White oak - brass - linen - blue morpho butterfly...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Gandia Blasco Fez Candle Box 2 by José A. Gandía-blasco Canales
Located in New York, NY
“All the magic you need for lighting a dinner with friends, a party, your garden, a deserted beach or a romantic dinner where only moonlight could be more attractive” - José A. Gandí...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes

Materials

Aluminum

22:15 _ White Ceramic and 24-K Gold Details Handcrafted Jewelry Box
Located in Bologna, Bologna
The white painted ceramic box with lid 22:15 of the 'Meridiane' collection can be the container where you find a candy to relax after dinner, as well as the storage in which to put the jewelry on the night table before going to bed. This object is hand made in refined white ceramic and finished with precious 24k gold based paint. It is a decorative piece that can be placed in any room of the house and give it a touch of uniqueness. The box is inspired by Casa Malaparte...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Gold

Gandia Blasco Touareg Large Candle Box by Sandra Figuerola
Located in New York, NY
"This piece, with its standard volume and geometric, universal and contemporary language, has a unity of criteria. The Farol Touareg subtly filters the light, just as the lattices th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 2 Acacia Nun Vases by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acacia Nun vases by Matthias Scherzinger Limited edition of 30 pieces, each colour each size Engraved brass-label with number Dimensions: L 14.5 x W 14.5 x 46 cm L 19 x...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Wood

Florence Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Florence box by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 10 cm D 10 cm H 9 cm. Materials: polished bronze. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on production of...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Black Olive Ash Do-Ri Tray by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Olive ash Do-Ri tray by Matthias Scherzinger Dimensions: L 47.4 x W 19.8 x H 6.5 cm Materials: olive ash: black stained lacquered inside tin: hard wax   It all began in Glo...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Ash

Set of 4 Dark Grey Frame 10 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 dark grey frame 10 box by Lassen Dimensions: D 10 x W 10 x H 10 cm Materials: finér, melamin, melamine, metal, veneer Weight: 0.85 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a c...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Set of 4 Smoked Oak Frame 20 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 smoked oak frame 20 box by Lassen Dimensions: d 20 x w 20 x h 10 cm Materials: Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 2.00 Kg Frame box is a square box in a cubisti...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Aretha Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Aretha box by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 15 cm D 15 cm H 9.5 cm. Materials: polished bronze. Also available in black/brown bronze. FAKASAKA is a d...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Set of 4 Light Grey Frame 20 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 light grey frame 20 box by Lassen Dimensions: D 20 x W 20 x H 10 cm Materials: melamin, melamine, metal, veneer Weight: 2.00 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a cubisti...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Ash Do-Ri Tray by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Ash Do-Ri tray by Matthias Scherzinger. Dimensions: L 47.4 x W 19.8 x H 6.5 cm. Materials: ash: white stained lacquered. inside tin: hard wax. Also available in Olive Ash and ...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Ash

Large Caribe Chic Basket 1 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Caribe chic basket 1 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings are made from recycled plastic. Technique: Made from recycled pla...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Steel

Large Acacia Nun Vase by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Large acacia nun vase by Matthias Scherzinger Limited Edition of 30 pieces, each color each size Engraved brass-label with number Dimensions: L 19 x W 19 x H 73 cm Materials: Aca...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Wood

Luna Box by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede
Located in Geneve, CH
Luna box by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Signed, Limited edition Dimensions: L 22 x W 20 x H 6 cm Materials: Birch, oak and elm plywood LUNA is an author design with elegant cur...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Boxes

Materials

Plywood

Box in Polished Bronze by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Ashtray, box in polished bronze by FAKASAKA Design Dimensions: W 15.5 x D 15.5 x H 13 cm Materials: Polished bronze.  
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Fibra Medium Basket by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Fibra medium basket by Sebastian Herkner Materials: 100% esparto grass. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: Diameter 47 cm x width 34 x height 10 cm Available in co...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Natural Fiber

Mark Small Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Mark small box by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 10 cm D 10 cm H 6.5 cm. Materials: polished bronze. Also available in black/brown bronze. FAKASAKA is...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Large La Che Basket by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large la che basket by Sebastian Herkner. Materials: 100 % natural fique agave. Technique: hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: diameter 78 cm x height 30 cm Available in colors...
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Boxes

Materials

Natural Fiber

Joan Small Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Joan small box by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 10 cm D 10 cm H 6.5 cm. Materials: polished bronze. Also available in black/brown bronze. FAKASAKA is a de...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

1994s Ancella Armchair Project by M. Lovi for Giovannetti Collezioni
Located in Casalguidi, IT
A unique bedroom armachair - elegant, comfortable and functional at the same time. Ancella is suitable for the bedroom and dressing-room. Beechwood frame. Shape-retaining polyuretha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ceramic Elephant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Elephant jewelry box, crafted by Swelihle Khanyeza and hand-sculpted by an unnamed artisan at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, stands as ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 4 Oak Frame 14 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 oak frame 14 box by Lassen Dimensions: d 10 x w 10 x h 7 cm Materials: Finér, Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 1.10 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a cubistic...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Set of 4 White Frame 10 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 white frame 10 box by Lassen Dimensions: d 10 x w 10 x h 10 cm Materials: Finér, Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 0.85 Kg Frame box is a square box in a cubistic shape. The simple boxes are inspired by the Kubus candleholder by Mogens Lassen, that are based on strict mathematical formulas and designed with the greatest precision. The Frame boxes are available in three sizes: 10, 14 and 20, which can be combined to exactly match your storage needs. The cubistic boxes can be easily stacked on top of each other, as the handle contains a spring function, which is easily pressed down when a box is stacked on top of another box. The Frame boxes provide a flexible storage solution – perfect for storing office accessories...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

La Che Pot by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
La Che pot by Sebastian Herkner Materials: 100% fique fibers from Furcraea leaves from Furcraea leaves. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: diameter 45 cm x width 24 ...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
As a symbol deeply rooted in African culture, the tiger holds a special significance. While tigers are not native to Africa, they often symbolize strength, courage, and resilience qu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Gandia Blasco Touareg Small Candle Box by Sandra Figuerola
Located in New York, NY
This piece, with its standard volume and geometric, universal and contemporary language, has a unity of criteria. The Farol Touareg subtly filters the light, just as the lattices tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes

Materials

Aluminum

Gandia Blasco Fez Candle Box 1 by José A. Gandía-blasco Canales
Located in New York, NY
“All the magic you need for lighting a dinner with friends, a party, your garden, a deserted beach or a romantic dinner where only moonlight could ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes

Materials

Aluminum

Fibra Large Basket by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Fibra large basket by Sebastian Herkner Materials: 100% Esparto grass. Technique: hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: diameter 60 cm x wide 45 x height...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Natural Fiber

Pearl Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pearl box by Fakasaka design. Dimensions: W 26 cm D 14 cm H 9 cm. Materials: polished bronze. Fakasaka is a design company focused on production of hig...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Perlino and Marble "Rovinette" Business Card Holder, Ilaria Bianchi
Located in Geneve, CH
Perlino and marble "Rovinette" business card holder - Ilaria Bianchi Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 16 cm Materials: Pink Perlino, Macauba marble Rovinette, the new desk...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Marble

Set of 4 White Frame 20 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 white frame 20 box by Lassen Dimensions: d 20 x w 20 x h 10 cm Materials: Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 2.00 Kg Frame box is a square box in a cubistic shape. The simple boxes are inspired by the Kubus candleholder by Mogens Lassen, that are based on strict mathematical formulas and designed with the greatest precision. The Frame boxes are available in three sizes: 10, 14 and 20, which can be combined to exactly match your storage needs. The cubistic boxes can be easily stacked on top of each other, as the handle contains a spring function, which is easily pressed down when a box is stacked on top of another box. The Frame boxes provide a flexible storage solution – perfect for storing office accessories...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Set of 4 Kubus Snuffer by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 Kubus snuffer by Lassen Dimensions: D 21 x W 2.50 x H 3.50 cm Materials: Metal Weight: 0.33 Kg With reference to the iconic Kubus candleholders, the Kubus Snuffer in...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Black Ash Frame 20 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 black ash frame 20 box by Lassen Dimensions: D 20 x W 20 x H 10 cm Materials: Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 2.00 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a cubistic...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Set of 4 White Frame 14 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 white frame 14 box by Lassen Dimensions: d 10 x w 10 x h 7 cm Materials: Finér, Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 1.10 Kg Frame box is a square box in a cubist...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Set of 4 Black Ash Frame 14 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 black ash frame 14 box by Lassen Dimensions: D 10 x W 10 x H 7 cm Materials: Finér, Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 1.10 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a cu...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Set of 4 Black Ash Frame 10 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 black ash frame 10 box by Lassen Dimensions: D 10 x W 10 x H 10 cm Materials: Finér, Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 0.85 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a cubistic shape. The simple boxes are inspired by the Kubus candleholder by Mogens Lassen, that are based on strict mathematical formulas and designed with the greatest precision. The Frame boxes are available in three sizes: 10, 14 and 20, which can be combined to exactly match your storage needs. The cubistic boxes can be easily stacked on top of each other, as the handle contains a spring function, which is easily pressed down when a box is stacked on top of another box. The Frame boxes provide a flexible storage solution – perfect for storing office accessories...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Set of 4 Dark Grey Frame 20 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 dark grey frame 20 box by Lassen Dimensions: D 20 x W 20 x H 10 cm Materials: melamin, melamine, metal, veneer Weight: 2.00 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a cubistic...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Set of 3 White Ash Nun Vases by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 white ash nun vases by Matthias Scherzinger Limited edition of 30 pieces, each colour each size Engraved brass-label with number Dimensions: Small: L 14.5 x W 14.5 x 46 c...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Ash

Small White Ash Nun Vase by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Large white ash nun vase by Matthias Scherzinger Limited Edition of 30 pieces, each colour each size Engraved brass-label with number Dimensions: L 14.5 x W 14.5 x 46 cm Material...
Category

2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Ash

Natalie Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Natalie box by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 15.5 cm D 15.5 cm H 9.5 Materials: polished bronze, agate. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on production of high-end furniture...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Ava Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Ava box by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 16 cm D 16 cm H 28.5 cm Materials: polished bronze. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on production of high-end furniture, lighting,...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Modern boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern boxes 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 boxes created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, case pieces and storage cabinets, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern boxes made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original boxes, popular names associated with this style include Agresti, AIREDELSUR, Lusitanus Home, and Greenapple. 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 boxes differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $27 and tops out at $299,000 while the average work can sell for $1,145.

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