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Modern 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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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Item Ships From: New York
Style: Modern
Modern Chelsea Gray Leather Pocket Door Bar with Forged Metal Base by Ercole
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Chelsea bar cabinet by Ercole Home has a 4-door front, with earl gray ceruse wood finish on oak. Hand-stretched leather in Polis gray decorate the door fronts. Hand-hammered me...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Ralph Lauren Wrought Iron "Sheltering Sky" Round Indoor or Outdoor Table
Located in Plainview, NY
A timeless and quality Ralph Lauren " Sheltering Sky" wrought iron round table. Perfect for both indoor and outdoor, the stylish table feature...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Aperture 4
Located in Glen Cove, NY
The Aperture series was created to provide a beautiful quality of light by combining bounce and ambient glow. The light source is held in a hand-spun perforated brass dome on one sid...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Aperture 4
Aperture 4
$8,350 / item
Set of 4 Modernist Handblown Murano Glass, Nickel 24K White Gold Fleck Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This elegant set of four Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Fluted Glass Sconces w/ 24Karat White Gold Flecks and Reeded Nickel Fittings originates from ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold, Nickel

Kawa Vase 22, Large White Organic Porcelain Vase, Tactile Ceramic Vessel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large organic ceramic vase. One-of-a-kind. Dimensions 9" dia x 12" height Watertight. In stock. Ships in 5-7 days. Signed and dated. Kawa Series by Luft Tanaka Studio The unusual...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Customizable color USM Haller Serving Cart L 18
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With handle and casters. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM H...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Chair (IV) Pop Art Graffiti Tagged Chair by Adam Baranello
Located in East Quogue, NY
Chair (IV) - unique, collectable artist-designed chair, tagged and signed by the artist. Size: 31 H x 16 D x 16 W Multidisciplinary artist Adam Baranello embraces the grit and text...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Wonderful French Lalique Coppelia Crystal Rose Garland Brass Dresser Jewelry Box
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Lalique Coppelia Frosted Crystal With Roses & Garland And A Brass Housing Dresser / Jewelry Box
Category

20th Century French Modern Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Monumental Custom Made Oval Dining Table
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
The oval top comprised of a thick walnut veneer over solid oak. The whole supported by a hand wrought iron base. This table is incredible solid and well balanced.
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rug Kilim s Modern Rug in Beige, Gold, and Pink Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
This magnificent 8x10 Contemporary rug is a vibrant, hand-knotted piece in wool and silk. It features a bold, all-over pattern of stylized flowers in vivid magenta with deep black le...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Silk

Modern Side Table Desk Bronze Cream Steel Parchment Hand stitched Suede Leather
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 13 J.M. Szymanski d. 2025 This versatile side table, which can also shift effortlessly from side table to desk, features a bronze patinated steel frame paired with a hand ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Pair of Modernist Pearl White Murano Glass Table Lamps with 24-Karat Gold Bands
Located in New York, NY
This pair of modernist table lamps showcases the refined artistry and exquisite craftsmanship of Murano glass, blending elegant minimalism with material opulence. Each lamp features ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold

Cocktail Side Table Modern Contemporary Round Corten Rust Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
Table No. 8 J.M. Szymanski d. 2021 A perfectly simple stool or side table. Solid 3/4” steel components are combined to make a dynamic form. Custom sizes available. Made in New Yo...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Original Restored Danish Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen in Natural Sheepskin
Located in Bronx, NY
Original Restored Danish Clam Chair in Natural Sheepskin by Arnold Madsen d. 1950 Condition: Excellent Reupholstered. Repaired: Legs, armrests and frame have all been fully restored...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin, Walnut

Black Rounded Square Quad Coffee Table in Fiberglass by Mike Ruiz Serra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Quad is a low, sculptural coffee table with four hemispherical legs that acts as a quiet yet powerful visual anchor in the room. Cast in fiberglass, it has a unique satin finish ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fiberglass

Custom Pair Hand-Rushed Oak Gabriel Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Custom pair of oak hand-rushed Gabriel lounge chairs. Lead Time for custom made is 8-12 weeks.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Cane, Oak

Modern Oval Coffee Table in Walnut Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory Japaneese glass sits on 4 Walnut Wood pedestal by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today for your living space. A sleek table with high craftsmanship and flowing mosaic patterns. The ivory and green glass is embedded into carved out refined walnut wood. Skillfully executed by Ercole's team of mosaic artists. Part of the Palazzo collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Art Glass, Cut Glass, Walnut

Fornasetti “Commedia” Ceramic Paperweight and Cup Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“I have thus dressed ceramics, furniture, and things in signs, and in that way I have placed a message in every work — a small story that is sometimes ironic, obviously wordless, but...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Amuneal’s Collector s Hanging 2 Bay Brass and Glass Shelving Unit
Located in New York, NY
This Wall Hanging Brass and Glass Shelving Unit is part of Amuneal’s Collector’s Shelving System and features our precision machined brass fittings ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

USM Haller Nightstand P1 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Shag Pile Mohair Tulu Rug. Yellow and Hot Pink Colors. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This handmade rug is called "Flikli" in Turkey which is a word for a "flokati" style shag pile (Tulu) handmade rugs produced for daily use by Nomads in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Wool

Kalmar Chrome Molecule Twelve-Globe Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century twelve-globe chandelier with chrome armature. Chandelier length is adjustable and has been rewired for use in the USA.
Category

20th Century German Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Counter/Bar Stool Modern/Contemporary Corset Tie Blackened Steel and Leather
Located in Bronx, NY
BAR STOOL J.M. Szymanski d. 2018 Inspired by a Spanish toreador, this sleek combination of blackened steel and thick bull leather. Can be modified to any seat height. Custom size...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa designed by Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: design was as an answer to questions n...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Console Table Geometrical Modern Contemporary Waxed Blackened Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
Console No. 5 J.M. Szymanski d. 2022 This console is composed of stark, perpendicular planes that have been notched and precisely slotted together. Its hand-carved rough edges contr...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Rug Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Blue Tones with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 3x5 Swedish rug is a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian collection. Handwoven in a wool flatweave with undyed natural yarns as well, its design is inspired by Swedi...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Alma Counter Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alma counter & bar stool. As any admirer would experience gazing at its muse, it is impossible not to feel enchanted and almost hypnotized by the refined, sensual lines and the delightfully charming soul of Alma Counter Stool...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Alma Counter Stool
Alma Counter Stool
$2,015 Sale Price / item
20% Off
W. Beaupre Chain Mail Bust
Located in New York, NY
Futuristic android bust with hand applied chain mail and vintage jewelry findings and tiara from New York artist W. Beaupre. Signed.
Category

20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Customizable Curved Banquette / Booth Seating in COM/COL by Costantini, Neto
Located in New York, NY
The Neto Booth features the back leg of the eponymous chair repeated along the shape and size of the template or dimensions you provide. Shown here with a t...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Hand-Knotted Contemporary Solid Green Rug by Rug Kilim by Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
An 11x12 rug from Rug & Kilim’s contemporary Texture of Color collection. The carpet enjoys an alluring personality with light gray hues relishing pale green...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Silk

Castiglioni Modern Decorative LED Table or Desk Lamp in Orange Black for FLOS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
LED Lampadina Lamp Its name means, literally, “bulb,” and it’s easy to see why with one look at this playful Achille Castiglioni design. This unique table lamp provides direct and d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Naked Curved Sectional Sofa, 3 Piece with Wood and Paris Safira
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Moroso FJORD Small Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From a piece of seashell, which has been broken and smoothed by the waves, Patricia Urquiola has designed a collection of seats for both the home and public spaces. As the name sugge...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

White Ceramic Flower Vase, Kawa Vase #6, Handmade Organic Sculptural Porcelain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kawa Vase 06 Tactile and organic white vase with textured raw porcelain exterior surface and clear glazed interior. As a result of the production process each item is one-of-a-kind....
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Rug Kilim’s Modern Classics Rug with Black, White, and Gold Horse Pictorials
Located in Long Island City, NY
This new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics collection is a 8×10 pictorial rug—a contemporary resurrection of one of the most collectible styles. On the Design: This piec...
Category

2010s Afghan Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Groove Series Green Low Pod Pendant Customizable Modern Handmade Glass Lighting
Located in New York, NY
These hanging lights feature an embedded groove that offers a precise, machine-made quality to offset these otherwise wholly handmade creations. Whether showcased individually, as an aligned set or an organic cluster, these designs create a lustrous array of luminance appropriate for any locale. In addition to the variety of colors (transparent blue, amber, grey and green), one can also opt for the bubbled finish as opposed to the traditional clear glass finish for an additional $100.00. Each light comes furnished with a UL-wired Edison based socket and includes a ceiling canopy hardware kit to install into standard 110v ceiling junction box. Multiple pendant arrangements available and require custom net pricing...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Donghia Block Island Vintage Six John Hutton Cane Dining Chairs
Located in Water Mill, NY
Signed Six John Hutton Donghia Block Island Cane Dining Chairs 2 Arm 4 Side with Custom Cushions Circa 1995 This Design by John Hutto...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Rush, Mahogany

Rug Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Runner Rug with Light Blue Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 3x8 runner rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection—a contemporary reimagining of Swedish minimalism and vintage ru...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Moroso ROWS Cabinet by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With linear forms and clear-cut symmetries, the Rows collection by Patricia Urquiola is geometrical and minimalist, expressing a refined artistic concept. Doors, side panels and tabl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Modern sofa with 6 back pillows and low, wide arms. This sofa's deep single seat cushion is perfectly sized to serve as a daybed or single bed for ...
Category

2010s North American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed
Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed
$1,750 Sale Price
83% Off
Instock Black Side Table Round Modern Geometric Blackened Steel Contemporary
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 1 J.M. Szymanski d. 2017 A unique frame allows a one inch thick, cast steel top to balanace on two legs. This is the first table designed by J.M. Szymanski and it's a fav...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Venetian Etched Glass Mirror
Located in Astoria, NY
Venetian Etched Glass Mirror, 20th century, with foliate cresting, the marginal frame with floral etched decoration and beveled mirror plate. 18.5" H x 14" W.
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mirror

"Venere" Table Light by Poliarte
Located in Albany, NY
A very rare light by Poliarte. The cast glass creates a sculptural effect that looks similar to lava. The glass's incredible texture and volume creates a wonderful play with the ligh...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Cocktail Side Table Pair Modern Minimalist Round Handmade Blackened Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
"Table No. 3 - Nesting Set" J.M. Szymanski d. 2017 These special cocktail tables were designed to live with each other. The different heights create a dynamic statement. Hammered an...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Mixed Media Collage
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of an unglazed mixed media abstract painting of stenciled letters in oil and collage on paper. Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Paint

Post Modern Designer Fendi Casa ivory leather sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Modern Designer Fendi Casa cream leather sofa with back drink shelf. Authentic Fendi Casa Italian modern designer sofa, featuring soft light cream leather upholstery with b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Moroso FJORD Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From a piece of seashell, which has been broken and smoothed by the waves, Patricia Urquiola has designed a collection of seats for both the home and public spaces. As the name sugge...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Zero LED Large Fisherman Pendant by Mattias Ståhlbom
By Mattias Ståhlbom, ZERO Lighting
Located in Yonkers, NY
The handmade fisherman-cord nets that hold the round UV-stable polythene globes bring with the Fisherman pendant, designed by Mattias Ståhlbom, the fe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Rug Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Kilim Rug in Brown with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 3x5 Kilim rug is from the flatweave line in the Scandinavian rug collection by Rug Kilim. Handwoven in wool and natural yarns, its design is a modern take on Rollakan and ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Beatriz Counter Stools
Located in Queens, NY
4 "Beatriz" counter stools featuring an industrial / biomorphic design that combines an organic form of a brass seat and contrasting dark patinaed textured ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Rectangular Modern Metal and Parchment Coffee Table by Costantini, Michelangelo
Located in New York, NY
Rectangular Modern Customizable Metal and Parchment Coffee Table by Costantini Dimensions: 66'' W x 30'' D x 16'' H About Costantini Costantini has been a trusted source for cust...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Round Orange and Red Rings Silk and Wool Accessory Rug Bullseye by Joseph Carini
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Bullseyes: The Icons, Carini Carpets' first limited-edition collection of round rugs. Renowned for innovative designs, Carini has long crafted variations of round accesso...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Silk

Set of 4 Modernist Pale Jade Hand-blown Murano Glass Sconces W/ Brass Fitting
Located in New York, NY
This elegant set of four modernist hand-blown Murano glass sconces, crafted in Italy in the 21st century, features a delightful pale jade green hue that brings a serene touch to any ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Marquise Petite Gray Optique Handblown Modern Glass Pendant Light, Made in USA
Located in Beacon, NY
Available in three sizes, this versatile series is comprised of Niche's newest shape, the Marquise. Pendants can be clustered in multiples to create stunning visual arrangements and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

"La campagne" Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 42" X 56"
Located in New York, NY
Find yourself in the organic rhythm of nature with our newest artwork, a modern ode to the timeless beauty of the earth's topography. Inspired by the undulating patterns of natural landscapes, this piece mirrors the interplay of movement, texture, and tone, creating both the serene and the dynamic elements of our environment. Subtle hues of navy, sienna, and olive combine with a delicately layered composition to create a visual space that feels both grounded and inspired. Printed on fine art German etching paper, this piece is created to bring a sense of artistic interplay to any space, with an invitation to reflect on the beauty of the world around us. Part of the Les Terrains...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Paper

Wonderful 5 Barovier Toso Murano Blown Art Glass Gold Flake Infused Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 5 Barovier & Toso Murano Blown Art Glass Gold Flake Infused Wall Sconces, 4 Are New And Never Opened In Original Packaging. Each Sconce Sold Separately For $925 5...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Isla Oversized Japanese Paper Parasol Pendant by Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Wild Kingdom Collection, a scene-stealing set of maximalist art lamps inspired by the majesty of nature. Designed with the modern kitchen island in mind, Model No. 0...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Venetian Etched Octagonal Mirror
Located in Astoria, NY
Venetian Etched Octagonal Mirror, surmounted by ornate foliate crest, etched floral details. 50" H x 28.5" W. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Indoor/Outdoor Hanging Pendant Light Made from Vintage 1950s Japanese Parasol
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Ligurian Summer Collection, a sophisticated family of handmade fixtures in natural sea shell, coiled leather, marble, and bamboo, inspired by the faded splendor of the northern Italian coast. We've made quite a few lamps out of antique parasols...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Vaughan Oakley Alabaster Nickel Semi Flush Ceiling Light Demo Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Floor Model Vaughan Oakley Alabaster Semi Flush Ceiling Light Fixture With Polished Nickel. This Was The Floor Sample, So It Does Have Minor Wear And On The Inner Lip A ...
Category

20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Nickel

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Find a broad range of unique Modern 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, lighting, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Rug Kilim, Schumacher, Vistosi, and Kartell. 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.