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Minimalist Furniture

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
Period: Late 20th Century
Paolo Caliari design years 70 by Linea T production Italy tilting table mirror
Located in Biella, IT
Paolo Caliari design years 70 by Linea T Italy production tilting table mirror double face
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the rustic charm of this vintage studio pottery vase, a unique handcrafted piece that embodies the soulful artistry of the mid-20th century. Its organic, teardrop silhouette...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Vintage Boho Plaster Lips Relief
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This unique plaster relief is an eye-catching statement piece that adds a modern touch with a bohemian flair to your decor. The intricate design features sculpted lips in a smooth pl...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Plaster

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.
Category

1990s Swedish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of Postmodern Brass, Steel and Glass Nesting Tables by Romeo Rega, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. These three tables feature a brass and steel frame with glass tops. They are vintage, therefore they might show slight traces of use, but they can be considere...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vintage Boho Matte Ceramic Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite vintage ceramic bowl embodies a charming boho aesthetic, perfect for adding a touch of serene elegance to any setting. Its distinctive scalloped edge design, reminisce...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

“Nude in the Green Realm” Sitting Woman Portrait - Pastel by Louis Nadalini
By Louis Nadalini
Located in Pasadena, CA
This artwork features a nude woman seating on the ground with a green background behind her. The woman's large eyes imbue the portrait with an otherworldly quality, hinting at an alm...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Paper

Limited Edition Lithograph by Keith Finch
Located in Surrey, BC
Signed and numbered abstract of child and woman in great condition by Keith Bruce Finch. He was born in Holyoke, Colorado on October 9, 1919. Finch was most active in Los Angeles i...
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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Paper

1 of 6 Minimalistic Design Geometric Chandeliers in Chrome, Germany, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set Minimalistic Design Geometric chandeliers in Chrome, Germany, 1970s. An extensive set mid-Century Modernist chandeliers contain eight lights arranged symmetrically. The...
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Late 20th Century German Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Boho Original Found Object Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a compelling Vintage Abstract Found Object Mixed Media Art piece, an original work that masterfully blends painting with sculptural elements. This unique artwork features ...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Graphic Abstract Geometric Bronze Sculpture
Located in Montreal, QC
Graphic abstract geometric patinated bronze sculpture on white marble base. Dark rich patina. Signed "R Y De Los Heros."
Category

1970s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Stem Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Celebrate artisanal craftsmanship with this vintage Boho studio pottery stem vase. Hand-thrown with earthy tones and a minimalist silhouette, it’s perfect for showcasing a single blo...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Chrome Side Table After Platner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning Mid-Century Modern side table is a timeless piece inspired by Warren Platner’s iconic design. Featuring an elegant chrome wire base with a sculptural hourglass silhouet...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Boho Original Abstract Diptych on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This captivating vintage abstract diptych on canvas presents a mesmerizing exploration of organic forms and fluid movement, embodying a distinct bohemian aesthetic. Each panel, when ...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

1970 s Danish Erik Magnussen Thermo Jug by Stelton
Located in Knebel, DK
1970's Danish Erik Magnussen Thermo Jug by Stelton Timeless thermo jug in futuristic minilalist style designed by Erik Magnussen for Stelton in 1977. The thermo jug is in good vi...
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1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Turkish Angora Wool Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
52108 Vintage Turkish Angora Wool Rug, 05'01 x 07'01. Long-haired Turkish Angora wool rugs are esteemed for their plush texture, lasting resilience, and intricate designs, crafted fr...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Angora

Waterfall wall lamp attributed to Robert Sonnemann, USA, 1970s
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Cluster Wall Lamp from the "Waterfall" line attributed to Robert Sonnemann and made in the 1970s. Structure with curved stems made of chrome-plated steel and steel sheet. Three light...
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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Boho Crackle Glaze Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce understated elegance and textural depth to your home with this vintage ceramic drum stool. The piece is defined by its clean, unadorned cylindrical form, allowing the sophi...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Saturno Sofa Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA of Italy, 1957
Located in Camden, ME
A rare and beautifully preserved example of Gastón Rinaldi’s iconic “Saturno” sofa, designed in 1958 for RIMA, this example was produced in 1970. Upholstered in its original charcoa...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Vintage Boho Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a bold, sculptural statement with this monumental vintage urn planter by the renowned Maitland-Smith. Masterfully crafted, the entire surface is hand-clad in tessellated fossil ...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Boho Tessellated Bone Boxes - Set of 3
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of timeless sophistication to your decor with this exquisite set of three vintage tessellated bone boxes. Crafted with meticulous artistry, these handcrafted storage boxe...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Bone, Wood

Morgana mirrors by Cortesi Chiappa-Catto 1970, published CASA VOGUE, Signed
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Superb and super rare pair of MORGANA mirrors designed by Angelo Cortesi and Sergio Chiappà -Catto. The frames of these mirrors are finished in aluminum brushed orthogonally to create a wonderful three dimensional op art interplay of light and shadow from a simple flat surface. This design clearly imbues the influence of important italian artist Getulio Alviani's masterful series of 'superficie a testura vibratile' (surfaces of vibrating textures). The central square opening was designed to either accomodate a mirror or a jewel like object of choice or a photo , a cameo etc. This is documented in the Formaluce February 1971 article. The Morgana mirrors were artisan produced in 1970 for the exclusive 'Forme e superficie' (forms and surfaces) gallery in Turin ,Italy. Both mirrors retain their original manufacturer's labels. 'Forme e superficie" employed some of the most brilliant local artists, designers and sculptors such as Nerone and Patuzzi to produce art and design pieces in exclusive small editions. Cortesi and Chiappà -Cattò are well known for their beautiful 'Cicindela'and 'Angolo' light sculptures also produced by Forme e Superficie. The Morgana mirrors were published in:- CASA...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Abstract Plaster Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Abstract Plaster Sculpture by an Unknown Dutch Artist. Holland, circa 1970.
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1970s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Boho Slab Built Stdio Pottery Platter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a sophisticated statement at your next gathering with this impressive vintage studio pottery platter. Hand-built using the slab technique, this substantial serving piece feature...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Nipped Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of sculptural contrast to your decor with this striking vintage studio pottery bowl. Hand-thrown from durable stoneware, this piece is defined by its artistic "nipp...
Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Small Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Immerse your space in the calming influence of artisanal craftsmanship with this vintage studio pottery bud vase. Hand-thrown from high-quality stoneware, this piece features a sophi...
Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Small Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of serene, architectural beauty to your decor with this exquisite vintage studio pottery vase. Hand-thrown with expert precision, the vessel features a pleasingly b...
Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Set of Two Table Lamps Attributed to Lumenform, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Set of two cantilevered Italian 1970s table lamps. Thin metal frame tube with adjustable shade and heavy counterweight. This piece is a later homage to Libralux lamp designed by Ro...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Tall Brass Table Lamps with Octagonal Minimalist Style
Located in London, GB
These cool minimalist lamps were designed in the 1970's at the height of the art movement Minimalism. It was a movement where the clean lines, the reductive, would transpire that the content was streamlined in form and structure. The pair of tall octagonal cylinder shape brass table lamp each hold four light bulbs set in a diabolic shape housing in cream on a wide black stem. They are accompanied by luxurious cream and gold lamp...
Category

1970s European Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Small Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the beauty of understated, artisanal design with this charming vintage studio pottery vessel. Hand-thrown on a wheel, this piece exemplifies the Wabi-Sabi philosophy, celebra...
Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Sculptural Turned Wooden Vase by Master Craftsman Bert Marsh 1990s
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden vase by master woodturner Bert Marsh (1932-2011). Bert Marsh was one of the leading woodturners of all time. His wooden pieces are like fine china, thin del...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Furniture

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Hardwood

Francois Morellet, Zwei Interferenz Schnitte, minimal sculpture, signed dated
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Stunning and rare work by one of the leading artists of the 20th century. This work is only produced in a limited edition of 30, each signed by Morellet. Two other examples of this ...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood

Age Plexiglass Dish Pendant with Chrome Detail, 1970s
Located in Mortsel, BE
Pendant light from the 1970s, exemplifies the minimalist side of Space Age design. The fixture features a large, shallow "dish" shade (47 cm diameter) crafted from high-quality acryl...
Category

1970s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Teda floor lamp in steel and pyrex, Ferdi Giardini for Oluce
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Indoor and outdoor floor lamp with indirect and diffused light. It is a floor lamp that combines a high-quality Pyrex glass tube and a stainless steel base. The lamp is completed ins...
Category

1990s Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Abstract White Rock Sculptures by Bryan Blow in Ceramic
Located in London, GB
Set of three small abstract white rock sculpture are hand sculpted in ceramic. The sculptures resemble white cliffs on the British coast line. They are c...
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1970s British Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Chromed Steel and Crystal 6-light Chandelier, Italy 1970s
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Elegant six-light chandelier produced in the early 1970s in chrome-plated steel and crystal, by master Angelo Gaetano Sciolari (1927-1994), restored and ready to be placed. The chrom...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Crystal, Steel, Chrome

Chrome Tube Pendant Light with Textured Glass Lens, 1970s
Located in Mortsel, BE
This sleek pendant light dates from the 1970s and exemplifies the refined, functionalist aesthetic of the era. The fixture features a compact cylindrical body finished in high-polish...
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Plexiglass Prototype "Fatua" Table Lamp by Guido Rosati for Fontana Arte, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
One-off Fatua table lamp by Guido Rosati Totally composed by plexiglass cylinder with sandy part to enhance diffusion of the hidden light source. This piece was presented by Rosati to Fontana Arte director to explain his new project, lately came in production and became a company best...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Plexiglass

Fred Sandback Limited Edition Framed Lithograph 1984
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Untitled lithograph by Fred Sandback printed in brown, 1984, on Japan paper, signed, dated and numbered 15/20 in pencil, published by Edition Fred Jahn, Munich, with full margins, fr...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Paper

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Invite a sense of serenity into your home with this exquisite vintage studio pottery bud vase. Reminiscent of traditional Asian ceramics, the vessel features a lustrous celadon or pa...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Martinelli Italy Large Table Lamp 715 Pitagora Design Elio Martinelli Years 70
Located in Biella, IT
extralarge table lamp 715 or “Pitagora” designed by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce in years 1970, square base and foot in black lacquered metal with large pyramidal reflector in white ABS. Elio Martinelli was one of the masters of the sixties, undoubtedly the best of the Italian school, the years of the great designers Elio Martinelli collaborates with various renowned designers, such as Gae Aulenti, Sergio Asti and Luc Ramael...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Black Patent Leather Stools or Poufs
Located in Dallas, TX
The Minimalist Italian design. Wrapped in black patent leather stools or poufs on wood feet. Quilted with a modern square stitch. The poufs are in very good condition with lovely pat...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Patent Leather

Abstract french painting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
abstract oil on canvas from 1997 signed LS that reminds of the modernist work from 1930's
Category

1990s French Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Boho Monumental Textured Ceramic Lidded Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This rustic, lidded vessel features a beautifully organic silhouette and a raw, tactile surface that evokes the feel of hand-mixed clay or stoneware. With its wide, rounded body and ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Large Chrome and Glass Round Low Table, Italy, 1970s
Located in London, GB
High quality large chrome and glass round low table, Italy, 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Celebrate the beauty of artisanal craftsmanship with this exquisite vintage studio pottery bud vase. Inspired by the timeless form of a Japanese sake bottle (tokkuri), this hand-thro...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Minimalist Abstract Cocoon Shaped Ceramic Sculptures by Artist Judith Pike 1990s
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of 3 incredible ceramic abstract sculptures by California artist Judith Pike. These beautifully rendered ceramic sculptures are a study of form. The mi...
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1990s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Minimalist Steel Armchair, c.1980
Located in Surbiton, GB
Late 20th century minimalist armchairs composed from tubular and sheet steel frames with removable cushions upholstered in a vintage Missoni fabric...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This abstract wood sculpture by James Coutant, dated 2002, is a striking example of organic minimalism. Carved from a single piece of warm-toned wood, its smooth, undulating form res...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Boho Spiral Studio Pottery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This low, rounded vessel features a creamy glaze accented by hand-drawn brown rings that spiral organically around its form. The surface bears the gentle irregularities of a hand-thr...
Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Boho Monumental Bent Wood Butterfly
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Celebrate the beauty of nature and minimalist design with this monumental vintage butterfly wall sculpture. Masterfully crafted from bentwood, this piece captures the essence of ligh...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Bentwood

5FT Kevin O Toole Wood and Metal Sculpture
By Kevin O toole
Located in Pasadena, TX
5FT Kevin O'Toole Wood and Metal Sculpture Beautiful, rustic sculpture by Kevin O'Toole who is in the collections of many major corporations. The sculpture is of wood and metal.
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Memphis Style Marble and Chrome Torcheres, Made in Italy
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Memphis style marble and chrome torcheres, Made in Italy, amazing quality and design, black marble base, chromed tubular steel, cast metal pivoting lamps. Original dimmer's. ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture

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Marble, Cut Steel, Chrome

"Joe Cactus " new ashtray, Philippe, alessi, 1990 s
Located in PARIS, FR
Joe Cactus ashtray by Philippe Starck, ( new in box ), alessi, 1990's This ashtray is no longer manufactured by Alessi. Marking under the ashtray, unused in original packaging 20 ...
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1990s Portuguese Minimalist Furniture

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Plastic

Vintage Boho Abstract Painting Oil on Canvas Signed en Verso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Brimming with serene, organic energy, this vintage abstract oil on canvas is a beautiful study in color and form. The artist uses a warm, sophisticated palette of sun-drenched yellow...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Set of 3 Minimal Teak and Laminate Cube Coffee table or Side Tables
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 minimal teak and black laminate side tables. Matching bonus lamp included. Dimensions listed are for each table. The lamp is 6 in...
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1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Laminate, Teak

Black Iron Cubistic Chair
Located in Munich, DE
Cubistic and very minimalistic armchair attributed to Netherlands 1980s. Measures: 76 H x 93 W x 93 D cm SH 39.
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1980s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Iron

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 Furniture

Materials

Beech

studio Paolo Nava design Italy perpetual calendar ""today" years 90
Located in Biella, IT
studio Paolo Nava design Italy perpetual calendar ""today" years '90 in Norwegian language. the base is in plastic white with pressed paper signs and is signed Nava. the set i...
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1990s Italian Minimalist Furniture

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Plastic, Paper

Late 2oth Century Surrealist sketch
Located in London, GB
Unusual Surrealist style artwork depicting the fall of Western religion. This is an original art piece in the Surrealist manner with final detail and shading. Signed to back.
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1980s German Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Paper

Late 2oth Century Surrealist sketch
Late 2oth Century Surrealist sketch
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