Modern Children s Furniture
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
"MamaLove" Contemporary Headboard 160 wool pillows, silvered glass stripes
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
MAMA kind size bed headboard
For 20 years, we have been committed to offering you unique collections in terms of design and quality. Using an ancestral manufacturing silvering meth...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Silk, Birch, Velvet, Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Small Throw Rug Runner
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Malayer small throw rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 2' 2" x 5' 6".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Wool
Bubble Pink
Yellow Play Table by MAGILORE – Kids’ Chalkboard Table
Located in Vila Nova de Famalicão, PT
The Bubble Play Table is a playful yet functional kids’ activity table designed to spark creativity and brighten any interior. Its unique dual-surface tabletop offers two experiences...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Lacquer, Paint
Petite Fringed Throw Blanket, Twilight Navy Geometric Pattern, 40 x 54
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
The Twilight Geo throw, petite size, perfect for toddlers or kids. Gray, pink, ochre and navy geometric print woven throw with fringe edge. Woven with recycl...
Category
2010s American Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Petite Fringed Throw Blanket, Sixteen Multicolor Geometric Pattern, 40 x 54
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
The Sixteen Geo throw, petite size, perfect for toddlers or kids. Gray, pink, ochre and navy geometric print woven throw with fringe edge. Woven with recycle...
Category
2010s American Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Red Velvet Rabbit Chair, by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association of its silhouette with that of a seat, where the rabbit's ears become the backrest of the chair. It is conceived for children's fun: the rabbit chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Velvet
2023 Jens Risom for Knoll Amoeba 42” Child
s Table in Beech
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Child's Risom Amoeba Table, originally designed by Jens Risom in 1941. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA in 2023. The table is comprised of solid bee...
Category
2010s American Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Beech, Laminate
Iconic Eero Aarnio Orange Pony
By Eero Aarnio
Located in New York, NY
Pony is a friendly and characterful addition to any room, but as always, it was designed first and foremost to provide a comfortable seat. Pony has a moulded foam body, feet and ears...
Category
2010s Finnish Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Foam
$3,952 / item
Baby
s First Blanket in Lambswool
Cashmere, Monogram Gift
By JG Switzer
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Baby's first blanket is the perfect, super special baby gift. Made from a bland of lambswool (85%) and cashmere (15%) this blanket is soft and warm.
Baby's first blanket will last for many generations. Blanket stitch detail is in an alpaca and silk blanket stitch. Available in Blue or Fawn.
Dimensions: approximately 45" x 34". Please allow for one inch variance as these are sewn by hand.
Care: Wool cycle wash and dry (only in wool cycles) or delicate /no heat or dry clean.
Please specify for monogram: Three initials vs name spelled in cursive. All monogram blankets...
Category
2010s American Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Wool, Alpaca
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Art Deco Style Mahal Small Runner
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Art Deco style Mahal small runner handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 2' 2" x 7' 5".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Wool
De Sede Leather Beanbag Longue Chair
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-9087/60 beanbag chair by De Sede. Styrofoam ball filling.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Leather
Bubble Play Table by MAGILORE – Kids’ Chalkboard Table
Located in Vila Nova de Famalicão, PT
The Bubble Play Table is a playful yet functional kids’ activity table designed to spark creativity and brighten any interior. Its unique dual-surface tabletop offers two experiences...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Lacquer, Paint
Iconic Eero Aarnio White Pony
By Eero Aarnio
Located in New York, NY
Pony is a friendly and characterful addition to any room, but as always, it was designed first and foremost to provide a comfortable seat. Pony has a moulded foam body, feet and ears which are all connected by a tube frame and upholstered in a stretch fabric. Pony chair...
Category
2010s Finnish Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Foam
$3,952 / item
Gold Baby Rabbit Chair with Metallic Finish by Stefano Giovannoni, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Bubble Pink
Blue Play Table by MAGILORE – Kids’ Chalkboard Table
Located in Vila Nova de Famalicão, PT
The Bubble Play Table is a playful yet functional kids’ activity table designed to spark creativity and brighten any interior. Its unique dual-surface tabletop offers two experiences...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Lacquer, Paint
Black Baby Rabbit Chair with Metallic Finish by Stefano Giovannoni Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Iconic Eero Aarnio Mellow Pink Pony
By Eero Aarnio
Located in New York, NY
Pony is a friendly and characterful addition to any room, but as always, it was designed first and foremost to provide a comfortable seat. Pony has a moulded foam body, feet and ears...
Category
2010s Finnish Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Foam
$3,952 / item
Fuchsia Velvet Rabbit Chair by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association of its silhouette with that of a seat, where the rabbit's ears become the backrest of the chair. It is conceived for children's fun: the rabbit chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Black Rabbit Chair, Designed by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association of its silhouette with that of a seat, where the rabbit's ears become the backrest of the chair. Designed for adults and children, this rabbit chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Dark Gold Velvet Baby Rabbit Chair, Stefano Giovannoni, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association of its ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Art Deco Style Mahal Small Runner
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Art Deco style Mahal small runner handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 2' 2" x 6' 7".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Wool
Silver Baby Rabbit Chair with Metallic Finish, Designed by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2)
The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Plastic
1950s Pair of Alvar
Aino Aalto N65 Childrens / Childs Chairs With Blue Seats
By Artek, Aino Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of circa 1950s N65 childs chairs designed by Alvar and Aino Aalto, produced by Artek in Finland. These chairs were ordered with blue/green laminate seats an...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Birch
Modern children s furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern children's furniture 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 children's furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, seating, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with animal skin, leather and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern children's furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original children's furniture, popular names associated with this style include Stefano Giovannoni, De Sede, Scarlet Splendour, and Eero Aarnio. 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 children's furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $109 and tops out at $42,500 while the average work can sell for $1,476.
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