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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Style: Modern
Pair of 1979 Roche Bobois Pantoufle Beige Fabric Slipper Sofa Lounge Chairs
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of vintage 1979 Roche Bobois "Pantoufle" slipper sofas. This stunning set of sofas from Roche Bobois feature a simple, yet beautiful design si...
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Exceptional Franco Buzzi Attributed Oval Dining Table in Walnut, Italy, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare oval dining table was produced by a master cabinetmaker in Italy during the 1940s. The design is attributed to Franco Buzzi, with several closely related examples documente...
Category

1940s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Barbican Bedside Tables
Located in London, GB
Handmade in the English Lake District from European oak and native British ash, the Barbican bedside tables bring together bold geometry and traditional craftsmanship. Inspired by br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Ash, Oak

Pure Cashmere Brown Classic Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
Pure Cashmere fabric Cushion with a tight knitted effect. Cashmere textile is one of the most valuable and thin fiber in the world. Extremely soft and lightweight, it is breathable ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Ametista II Brick and Pink Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Ametyst, the gem of calm and clarity, has long been admired for its soothing hues and its ability to inspire inner peace and criativity. Like so, our AMETISTA striped cushions are a ...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

William Spratling 1940s Mexican Butaque Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
This piece reeks of adventure. Visualize a seated Hemmingway cupping his Daiquiri and recalling his war correspondent days during the Spanish Civil War. Crafted of solid sabino wood, original and patinated by life like Hemmingway, this is a "Butaque" chair by the American-born designer William Spratling. And it was produced in his workshops in Taxco, Mexico, primarily in the 1940s and 1950s. While Spratling is widely known as the "Father of Mexican Silver" for reviving the town's silver industry, he also designed furniture. These chairs were handmade from local Mexican sabino wood...
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1940s Mexican Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Dreamscape Blackbuck Multicolor Embroidered Cushion Large, Viya By Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Dreamscape Blackbuck Multicolor Cushion Large in Linen, Viya By Vikram Goyal Behold the tangible embodiment of a reverie – a whimsical collection of textiles inspired by the 17th-ce...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Simply Taupe Merino Modern Artisanal Throw Handwoven in Earthy Warm Ombre Hues
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Simply Taupe handloom merino throw / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal and dip dyed entirely with certified Eco-friendly Swiss Dyes. Each piece is individually dip dy...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Furniture

Materials

Yarn

Kumiko Teak Room Divider
Located in San Francisco, CA
Four-panel teak folding screen featuring traditional Japanese kumiko joinery with hemp leaf (asanoha) geometric pattern. Kumiko is an intricate woodworking technique where thin woode...
Category

1960s Japanese Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Honed Pink Rouge Fleur de Pecher Marble Center Table
Located in Houston, TX
Honed pink rouge Fleur de Pecher marble center table with octagonal base.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Roslin Leather Wrapped Credenza and Sideboard by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
The Roslin Credenza by Crump and Kwash Features both solid wood and laminate construction / low VOC acrylic finish / sustainably sourced leather wrapped doors / premium, full exten...
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2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Side Table Medium
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Hand-sculpted ceramic side table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop. Finished in a contemporary glaze. Each piec...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Flexform Soft Dream 2 Seater Leather Sofa designed by Antonio Citterio
Located in Bern, CH
Flexform Soft Dream 2 Seater Leather Sofa (Pelle 2 823) designed by Antonio Citterio. With two matching cushions. New purchase price inc. cushions: CHF 11'140.- (This is a shop disp...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

1234567 Aluminum Bookshelf by Clay Brown
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Standing at 8 feet tall, the 1234567 bookshelf is a striking example of minimalist design. Constructed from 1/8-inch water-jet cut waxed aluminum, it features 75 hand welds that seam...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Christian Liaigre “Mandarin” Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present these elegant Liaigre leather slipper chairs. This model was originally designed in 1998. Reflecting Liaigre's attraction t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather

8x10 Ft Modern Moroccan style Handmade Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Bench with Solid Wood Base and Upholstered Seat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This bench elevates any interior with its sculptural presence. Defined by a rounded, oversized silhouette and meticulous stitching, this piece strikes a perfect balance between bold ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Contemporary Isabella Carver Chair in grey cotton velvet with Solid Walnut Legs
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Isabella Carver Chair is the latest edition to our signature collection – 12 years in the making. Sister of the original Stuart Scott piece, the Isabella Dining Chair, the Carver...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Dreamscape Multicolor Embroidered Cushion Small, Viya By Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Dreamscape Multicolor Cushion Small in Linen, Viya By Vikram Goyal Behold the tangible embodiment of a reverie – a whimsical collection of textiles inspired by the 17th-century Rajp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Hugs Sculptural Small Sofa In Deep Chocolate Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Crafted in luxurious velvet, this charming two-seater upholstered sofa features a distinctive design characterized by two plush, contoured backrest cushions, offering an inviting and...
Category

2010s Greek Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Pair of Benjamin Stools by Lisa Norinder for IKEA, 1990 s
By IKEA
Located in Bern, CH
Pair of IKEA Benjamin plywood stools designed by Lisa Noringer, 1990's. Made of plywood. Stackable and can be used either as a stool or side table. Modern iconic designs from Ikea. ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Modern Furniture

Materials

Plywood

Large Leidyi Pendant: Satin Brass/White Glass by Avram Rusu Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Large Leidyi Pendant evokes domed shell and coral forms and is rendered in layered handblown glass with a delicate brass chain. It is part of the Marea Collection - an exploratio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Red Fox Fur Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This natural Red Fox fur cushion has been made by carefully selecting each skin, ro be processed as to create a chequered composition, combining colours and volumes in a meticulous a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Casa Table Light - round
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
CASA TABLE LIGHT (round), designed in 2023. Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade natur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Ripple Sofa – Angular Curved Silhouette with Sculptural Carved Wood Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Ripple sofa draws from the soft rhythm of water and air, vertical lines echoing ripples, pillars and sculpted silence. Its base anchors the form, while the upholstered seat float...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rectangular Ceramic Lamp
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
RECTANGULAR TABLE LIGHT, designed in 2023. Artisanal ceramic light with a rectangular base, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade nat...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Lumina ClassiC Black Daphine Led Floor Lamp by Tommaso Cimini
Located in New York, NY
Floor lamp in metal with an articulated arm and a diffuser pivoting on 360°. The base of cast iron always comes black varnished. Available with halogen or LED light source. Two step...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Eames Molded Plastic Side Chair Seat Pad, Herman Miller Chairs, Large Quantity
Located in Miami, FL
Eames Molded Plastic Side Chair with Seat Pad, made by Herman Miller 2020. Price is for one chair. 28 Chairs in total available. Large quantity will change shipping cost, please requ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Jacques Pine Green Console Table in Bird s Eye Maple by Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
Designed with the aim to find the perfect balance between clean lines and warm texture. Consisting of 5 rounded, 50 mm thick slats with bird’s eye maple veneer, the console table is ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Maple, Birdseye Maple

Art Deco Style Sectional Sofa in Ruby Red Velvet with Toned Piping
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Inspired by the timeless elegance of the Art Deco era, the Josephine Sofa showcases a graceful fan-shaped motif with flowing curves and a luxurious, opulent finish. Its sculptural si...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Trimming, Foam, Upholstery, Velvet

Leher Candelabra Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Leher Candelabra Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Cascading, like the lithe petals of the hundred-leaf rose, this collection bends light and form into sculptural abstraction. A ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Dining Chair Upholstered In Wooly Boucle-Frame in Walnut Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
An elegant dining chair with sculptural poise. Crafted in solid wood with a warm, walnut-toned finish, its curved backrest and cut-out arm detail offer a refined play of form and str...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Style Sculptural Sofa In Portofino Pink Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural interpretation of midcentury modern elegance, this curved sofa is upholstered in pink velvet that adds depth and style to any setting. The tailored silhouette features v...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Home Cinema Electric Reclining Sofa Customizable By Jacobo Ventura
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Relax 4 seater sofa with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the seat. This modular sofa with its impeccable proportions offers a wide variety of compositions ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Wire

Modern Outdoor Armchair Crafted from Iroko Wood with Striped Cushions
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This is an outdoor armchair, crafted from iroko wood, given its warm, medium-brown wood tone. The chair features a modern, rectilinear design with clean lines. The frame consists of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Bold Bed Queen Size - Karakorum 003
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Step into the realm of unparalleled luxury with the Bold Bed, where comfort meets opulence to craft a haven dedicated to serenity and relaxation. A seamless fusion of superior comfor...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé

Stella Box Blue Onyx Terreno Gold By Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
With a celestial silhouette, the Stella Box evokes the textures and terrains of lunar landscapes in contour and materiality. Carved from marble with a sculptural handle, the Stella B...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

71" Outdoor/Indoor Bench Made From A Single Block of Scented Cedar
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Experience the unique aroma of scented cedar with this bench, sculpted from a single piece of wood. Its graceful arched base below the seat magnifies the exquisite wood grains and na...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Turquoise II Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Bolster Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
A talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. This decorative pillow is ethically produced by small family run business, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio, Handmade Velvet Upholstery
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Evoking the bold and historic strength of Scotland's kilts, this Sofa makes a powerful statement. Its design captures the essence of the kilt's dynamic folds, resulting in a comforta...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet

The Laziness Armchair in Brazilian Solid Wood with a rocking footstool
Located in São Paulo, SP
Laziness is a laid-back and spacious rocking armchair, crafted for sitting/lying down and unwinding. The low seat height from the ground draws inspiration from Japanese rocking chairs...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood, Wood, Foam

Terzani “Solune” Suspension Lamp Pendant by Jean-François Crochet, Italy, 1990s
Located in Lisse, NL
A refined and atmospheric suspended lamp designed by Jean-François Crochet for Terzani, Florence, Italy. This elegant piece, model Ref. 0F61S, exemplifies Terzani’s mastery in combin...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Lumina Daphine LED Table Lamp in ClassiC Black by Tommaso Cimini
Located in New York, NY
Table standing lamp of metal with an articulated pivoting arm, the head can rotate 360°. The light source is a 8W-LED controlled by a switch which can be set in ways: on/half light/o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern National Lighting Brushed Brass Mushroom UFO Lamp 21"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th century brushed brass two light table / desk lamp featuring sleek, classic mid century modern styling with round base and tapered column leading up to a flat topped mushroom...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Gucci Barware Silver Plate and Crystal HighBall Tumbler Glasses, 5 pc circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exceptional Gucci Crystal Highball Glasses with Silver and Gold GG Emblems, Italy, circa 1970 — Rare Luxury Barware Set of Five Celebrate the art of entertaining with this rare and o...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Vendome California King Size Bed Offered In Mohair Velvet Fabric
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Vendome bed is a regal masterpiece, boasting a charming headboard adorned with exquisite handcrafted deep channel tufting, reminiscent of lustrous pearls. This majestic piece not...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Hardwood, Maple

Sculpture Vase Vessel Solid Rare Pure White Onyx Hand Carved in Italy Wavy Shape
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of pure white onyx. The vase is hand sculpted, starting from a large block of white onyx which has been carefully selected...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Marble

9x12 Ft Modern Moroccan Berber design Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Wool Cashmere Throw Blanket with Fox Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A wool and cashmere throw blanket hemmed with natural Gold Cross Fox fur. Thanks to its front Prince of Wales design and its back, black and white, Pied de Poule design, livens up th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Antique Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Hand Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver hand mirror. In sterling silver. By Tiffany & Co. Marked to the rim for Tiffany & Co. / Sterling. Simply a wonderful Tiffany design! Date: 20th Century O...
Category

20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Organic White Ceramic Vase, Kawa Vase 21, Handmade Sculptural Porcelain object
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kawa Vase 21 Organic white ceramic 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. Va...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Travertine Angled Wine Cooler
Located in Eindhoven, NB
The natural properties of this ANGLED travertine wine cooler will keep your wine chilled. That’s the beauty of natural stone: it looks good while serving a functional purpose. Place ...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Pair of Modular Sofas with Walnut Finish Base and Built-in Tables, Ruy Line
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of modular Ruy sofas with table tops, walnut finish and beige fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, this pair of modul...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Sintra Bench - Walnut
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
"Sintra bench" Designed by Project 213A in 2023 The bench is made by highly skilled craftsmen in Northern Portugal from oak wood. This bench is part of the "Sintra" collection whic...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Modernist Handblown Murano Jet Black Faceted Hourglass End Table
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Modernist end table showcases the exceptional artistry of handblown Murano glass craftsmanship. Featuring an elegant hourglass silhouette, the table is rendered in jet ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Bertu Stools, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Bar Stools, White Oak
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These Cicely Bar Stools in White Oak and Sheepskin - 3025 are beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is modern and architectural with a comfortable, sheepski...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Daisy II Horizon Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Murano Glass Bull Sculpture by Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
Exquisite Murano Glass Bull Sculpture by Giovanni Dalla Fina This striking and dynamic bull sculpture is a magnificent example of Murano glass artistry, created in the 1990s by the ...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Tea and Beverage Cart Crafted from Wood and Glass
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This is a stylish wheeled tea cart that combines industrial and mid-century modern design, crafted beautifully from wood and glass. Its sleek lines and mobility make it a practical a...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

4 Eames Aluminum Group Side Chairs Vicenza Leather Cream Herman Miller 2015
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 4 original Eames Aluminum Group Side Chairs in Vicenza Leather Cream. 360-degree swivel. Made by Herman Miler 2015
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

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