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Minimalist Chairs

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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Style: Minimalist
Modern Steel Outdoor Basket Swing Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Basket hanging chair swing seat's round shape creates a cozy feel. It is simple and striking in its visual appeal. The twig pattern detail ...
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2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Set of 4 X-Line Chairs in Iron Red Powder Coated Steel by Niels Jørgen Haugesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Originally designed by Niels Jørgen Haugesen in the late ‘70s, the X-Line Chair has joined HAY’s universe of timeless, original designs. Made in thin metal wire, the chair’s industri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Minimalistic Beechwood Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalistic beechwood side chairs.
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1980s American Vintage Minimalist Chairs

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Beech

Modern Hanging Sling Chair for Outdoor! in Earth Tones, Customisable
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The S...
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2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Italy Ghidini 1961 Pair Brass Dining Chairs Contemporary Design
Located in Brescia, IT
The design of this iconic Ghidini 1961 chair was inspired by the Californian coastline. Blending refined architectural elements with fluid gestures, the chair's form brings surprisin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Brass

Knotty Contemporary Rattan Indoor-Outdoor Ottoman, Cushion in Sunbrella Fabric
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Looped are a set of armchairs in polyethylene rattan. The set debuted at ICFF in 2016, comprising of sculptural knot forms. Edwards Anker says: “The affect of the form imitates the f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Chairs

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Textile, Rattan

Sol Chair in Coated Aluminum and Spinneybeck Leather by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Sol chair in powder-coated aluminum, perforated steel sheet. Top cushion is made of foam with a down topping and stitched in Spinneybeck leather. Produced for The New, the inaugural show of Volume...
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2010s American Minimalist Chairs

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Aluminum

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
Stunning hand carved teak arm chair with beautiful patina. The front legs and arm rests are beautifully fluted and hand carved. The rattan seat has been replaced with wood. We have a...
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Early 1900s Antique Minimalist Chairs

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Italy Ghidini 1961 Set 6 Brass Dining Chairs Contemporary Design
Located in Brescia, IT
The design of this iconic Ghidini 1961 chair was inspired by the Californian coastline. Blending refined architectural elements with fluid gestures, the chair's form brings surprisin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Brass

Stool in leather by Tiago Curioni, handmade in Brazilian in contemporary style.
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Inspired by human anatomy, the Fly Stool by Tiago Curioni has a metallic skeleton, and cushions that refer to the musculature of the human body. Also, check the Fly chair, for a com...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Minimalistic Beechwood Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalistic beechwood side chairs.
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1980s American Vintage Minimalist Chairs

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Beech

Minimal Steel Hanging Chair in Black for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Lucky Bean or Coral tree, Erythrina Lysistemon is a species of deciduous tree that is native to South Africa. This hanging chair is inspired by the pods and vibrant red seeds of ...
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2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Pair of X-Line Indoor Chairs Chromed base Seat/Back by Niels Jørgen Haugesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Originally designed by Niels Jørgen Haugesen in the late ‘70s, the X-Line Chair has joined HAY’s universe of timeless, original designs. Made in thin metal wire, the chair’s industri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Set of 3 Contemporary Modern Bar Stool Black Smoke Metal Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary barstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
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2010s Spanish Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Pair Contemporary Classic Counter Bar Stool Aged Brass Metal Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned m...
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2010s Spanish Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Luxurious Gold Leather Hanging Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy,...
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2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Minimalist Modern Outdoor Chair, Metal Structure with Nautical Rope Pattern
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This outdoor chair is part of the Flap 2.0 Outdoor collection design, which is based on the flaps part of aircrafts, this element is possible to be seen in the arms curvature and the...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

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Metal

Paris Chair
Located in Milano, IT
The Paris Chair is a handcrafted piece made to order, designed to combine formal purity and refined materiality. The stainless steel frame, crafted with sculptural precision, dialogu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Paris Chair
Paris Chair
$2,692 / item
Vienna Chair
Located in Milano, IT
Designed and made by STRATO ITALY, the Vienna chair is one of our most recognizable chairs, an emblem of balance and refinement. Solid Canaletto walnut, The frame, carved with essent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Wood

Vienna Chair
Vienna Chair
$3,425 / item
Vienna Chair
Located in Milano, IT
The Vienna Chair interprets STRATO ITALY's architectural aesthetic through rigorous shapes, measured proportions and a sculptural presence that transcends the simple concept of seati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Wood

Vienna Chair
Vienna Chair
$3,485 / item
Paris Chair
Located in Milano, IT
The Paris Chair is a handcrafted piece made to order, designed to combine formal purity and refined materiality. The stainless steel frame, crafted with sculptural precision, dialogu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Paris Chair
Paris Chair
$2,692 / item
Andrianna Shamaris Rattan and Teak Wood Chair
Located in New York, NY
Hand woven rattan and teak wood framed chair. Full dimensions; 27.5" wide x 19" deep x 14.5" seat height x back rest 20" high x floor to top of back rest 32” high. Own an Andrianna...
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2010s Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Antique Chair or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Antique village chair that can also be used as a side table. We have a small collection. Lovely patina and character on this beautiful piece. Circa 1950. The images and price reflect...
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1950s Vintage Minimalist Chairs

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Bokken Chair Upholstered Walnut, Gold Leaf Back, Italian Emerald Green Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken upholstered chair in walnut stained beechwood, golden leaf backrest and padded seat covered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality. An essential chair in the...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Modern Nest Chair in Gold for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging swing chair is inspired from the organic forms in bird nests and has a natural egg shape. The pattern detail is remin...
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2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimal and Modern Style Chair with Arms, Metal with Nautical Rope Pattern
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The flap 2.0 outdoor collection design is based on the flaps part of aircrafts, this element is possible to be seen in the arms curvature and the geometry of the metal structure. Com...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dutch Minimalist Pastoe SM01 Chair by Cees Braakman, 1954
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Dutch Minimalist Pastoe SM01 Chair by Cees Braakman, 1954 Industrial - Minimalist - 1950s Measures : 41x41cm H:80cm SH:47cm Materials : Faux Leather - Metal This minimalist Dutch de...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Minimalist Chairs

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Metal

Ms. Cane
Located in beirut, LB
Ms. Cane carries the same architectural language and craftsmanship as Mr. Cane, but with a lighter, more compact form. Built in solid wood with a hand-caned seat and swivel backrest,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Brass

Ms. Cane
Ms. Cane
$945 / item
Impressive Antique Teak Wood Chair or Chaise
Located in New York, NY
Large rare antique chair with the arms extended to rest your legs. Hand made from beautiful old teak wood. It’s all in the details. Circa 1950. Ful...
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1950s Vintage Minimalist Chairs

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Modern Steel Gold Egg Chair for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging chair swing seat is inspired from the organic forms in birds' nests and has a natural egg shape. The chair has been designe...
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2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Minimalist Bar Stool, Brazilian Contemporary Style, Black, by Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Our Velvet collection has now the barstool version with the same comfort and perfect ergonomics in different colors and tapestries. Choose by cotton, linen, leather, velvet, and the ...
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2010s South American Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Perfidia_01 Teak Wood, Bronze and Pony Hair Lounge Chair by ANDEAN
Located in New York, NY
ASM 01 lounge chair by Alejandro Moyano. Measures : W 22” x H 37” x D 33” Structure and hardware: Stainless steel Lounge chair made of steel rod structure and solid colorado wood wit...
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2010s Central American Minimalist Chairs

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Bronze

Canelinha Mid-Century Modern Chair in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Strikingly simple and infinitely elegant, Canelinha combines traditional craftsmanship with modern Scandinavian inspired design. The minimalist clean lines and gentle curves invite you not only to sit down but to also run your fingers over its smooth finish. The backrest though low provides good support and comfort to the lower back. A timeless mid-century modern yet contemporary piece that can be used in any number of environments, be it dining room, living room or any other space where it can be admired. Made from Brazilian Wood Freijó with details in Canela and copper backrest with a natural finish of oil and wax. Knót Artesanal...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

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Copper

Minimalist Brazilian Chair "Joao" by Samuel Lamas in leather ch88
Located in Brasilia, DF
João Armchair by Samuel Lamas The João Armchair, inspired by modern Brazilian design, is a contemporary masterpiece characterized by its geometric and essential design. With a squar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Bokken Chair Upholstered Walnut, Gold Leaf Back, Italian Rusty red Fine Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken upholstered chair in walnut stained beechwood, golden leaf backrest and padded seat covered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality. An essential chair in the...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Gold Leaf

Bokken Chair Upholstered Walnut, Gold Leaf Back, Cobalt Blue Fine Italian Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken upholstered chair in walnut stained beechwood, golden leaf backrest and padded seat covered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality. An essential chair in the...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Gold Leaf

Bokken Chair Black, Silver Leaf Back, Upholstered Italian Mint Green Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken upholstered chair in black stained beechwood, silver leaf backrest and padded seat covered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality! An essential chair in the f...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Gold Leaf

Bokken Chair Upholstered black, Silver Leaf back, Italian Yellow fine Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken upholstered chair in black stained beechwood, silver leaf backrest and padded seat covered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality! An essential chair in the f...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Bokken Chair Upholstered Walnut, Gold Leaf Back, Italian Emerald Green Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken upholstered chair in walnut stained beechwood, golden leaf backrest and padded seat covered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality. An essential chair in the...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Gold Leaf

Bokken Chair, Black and Silver Leaf, upholstered with Peach Pink Italian Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken chair in the black stained beech wood version, and silver leaf back rest. The padded seat is upholstered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality! An essential ...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Gold Leaf

Bokken Chair, Black Beech Silver Leaf, Pale Pink Velvet Minimalist Made in Italy
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken chair in the black stained beech wood version, and golden leaf back rest. The padded seat is upholstered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality. An essential...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Gold Leaf

Bokken Chair by Colé, Beechwood Structure , Minimalist Design
Located in Milan, Lombardy
An essential chair in the form, yet precious in colors. Tapered and elongated, the legs of the seat are inspired by the bokken, a wooden replica of the Japanese sword used in the training of the Japanese martial art of Aikido and Kendo. Bokken chair...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Gold Leaf

Vienna Armchair Walnut and Straw Green felt Upholstered Seat. Made in Italy
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Vienna is an extraordinarily comfortable and elegant armchair designed by Emmanuel Gallina who loves to quote Brancusi when saying that “simplicity is complexity resolved”. Inspired ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Straw, Beech

Bokken Chair by Colé, Beechwood Structure, Red back Minimalist Design
Located in Milan, Lombardy
An essential chair in the form, yet precious in colors. Tapered and elongated, the legs of the seat are inspired by the bokken, a wooden replica of the Japanese sword used in the tra...
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Bokken Chair by Colé, Walnut Structure , Minimalist Design
Located in Milan, Lombardy
An essential chair in the form, yet precious in colors. Tapered and elongated, the legs of the seat are inspired by the bokken, a wooden replica of the Japanese sword used in the training of the Japanese martial art of Aikido and Kendo. Bokken chair...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Beech, Lacquer

Tria Wood Chair, Red Asch Veneered Coat, Solid Oak Legs Contemporary Design Icon
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Tria wood chair is the icon of our collection. It's a table chair, but many people use it as a sculpture for the Ambience, in an entrance, a bedroom, i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Paint, Oak, Plywood

Set of 3 Wrought Iron Bar Stools, Olsson Dam, Sweden, 1990s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 3 wrought iron bar stools with cow leather seats. Olsson & Dam design from the 1990s.
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1990s Swedish Minimalist Chairs

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Metal

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Grey Outdoor Sling, Free Shipping
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with spradling silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The S...
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2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Set of six dining chairs "Gaja", Italy
Located in Argelato, BO
Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Set of four six chairs "Gaja" an elegant but essential project, which combines the Japanese conceptual universe with Italian style. Upon request i...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Piaf Stackable Chair in Hard Wood and Straw by Tiago Curioni, Brazilian Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
In homage to Edit Piaf, the famous French singer affectionately referred to as the “little sparrow”, for her small stature but powerful voice timbre, Piaf is a chair of exact proport...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

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Straw, Hardwood

AITAI – Chair in Solid Wood Frame and Fabric Seat by Kengo Kuma
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
The Kengo Kuma AITAI Chair is a sculptural armchair in solid ash wood, designed to express presence, balance, and quiet connection. Created by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, this pi...
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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Chairs

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Ash

Minimalist Velvet Armchair in Brazilian Contemporary Style, by Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The 'Velvet' armchair in black was designed from clean and pure lines with the elimination of any kind of excesses so that your greater identity were the colors, in a range of 09 options chosen by the user. By its Minimalist appearance, the color of the structure always accompanies the color of the fabric, guaranteeing visual unity to the product. The backrest height does not exceed the top of tables which reflects its minimalism concept...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

Set of 6 Air Chairs by Jasper Morrison for Magis, 1999
Located in Izegem, VWV
Air Chair was born out of a simple length of plastic moulded tube given to me by Perazza as a sample of a new plastic moulding technology called gas injection, which he suggested we ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Plastic

1950s Chairs Chromed Steel Gaetano Descalzi Style, Restored, Leather Uphfoltered
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Very elegant and sturdy set of six chairs chiavarine Gaetano Descalzi style, in chromed steel, restored and leather upholstered Measures cm: H 84\...
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1950s Italian Vintage Minimalist Chairs

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Steel

LISBOA – Brushed Stainless Steel Lounge Chair with Textile Finish
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Enjoy effortless outdoor living with this Outdoor Lounge Chair — weather-resistant fabric paired with stainless steel, made in Portugal. Designed by Keiji Takeuchi as the outdoor ver...
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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Vitra Belleville Leather Chairs by Ronan Erwan Bouroullec, Set of Two
Located in Basildon, London
Created in collaboration between design icons Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, the Vitra Belleville Chairs are an ode to the classic Parisian bistro, reinterpreted for the modern home. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Minimalist Chairs

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Leather

"Pilar"chair, in sucupira wood.
Located in República, SP
Pilar is a line characterized by objectivity and clarity in its design, reflecting the designer's quest for formal rigor and conciseness. The round profile defines the dimensions of ...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

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Laminate, Hardwood

LISBOA – Polished Stainless Steel Lounge Chair with Textile Finish
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Enjoy effortless outdoor living with this Outdoor Lounge Chair — weather-resistant fabric paired with stainless steel, made in Portugal. Designed by Keiji Takeuchi as the outdoor ver...
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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Pair of Minimalistic Beechwood Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalistic beechwood side chairs.
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1980s American Vintage Minimalist Chairs

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Beech

Brasilia - a system of strong lines
By HEMO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Brasilia chair has a simple design with warm and soft shapes and a wooden structure made of cylindrical elements that fit together. In contrast to each other are the dark color c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Wood

Minimalist chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Minimalist chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Africa pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Joanina and David Pastoll, SP01, Bellavista e Piccini, and Tim Rundle. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $277 and tops out at $24,318 while the average work can sell for $1,887.

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