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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
JASPER, GEMMA AMETISTA Set of 3 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Pillows Blue and Brown
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 Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Mottled Smoked Interlocking Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A stunning display of Italian glassmaking ingenuity, this 21st-century modernist chandelier showcases hand-blown Murano glass crafted into interlocking elements with a mottled and sm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Sculptural Indoor/Outdoor Dining Table in Handcrafted Terracotta Matte Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A warm and sculptural designer piece handcrafted with reinforced resin and finished in a Terracotta Matte texture that evokes the natural beauty of unglazed clay. The surface reveals...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Lacquer, Resin

Lilly Coffee Table, Organic Cast Brass Legs Cascading Glossy Lacquered Tops
Located in NEW YORK, NY
An expressive centerpiece that redefines organic form through color and reflection. The Lily Cluster Coffee Table features four petal-like tops that interlock at varied heights, crea...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Blackbuck Napkin Rings in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Blackbuck Napkin Rings in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal In "The Book of Dreams”, the 17th century Indian manuscript, a glimpse of the Blackbuck signifies an excellent omen, a harbinge...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Blue Vase Marble Azul Macaubas Handmade in Italy, Organic Shape
Located in Ancona, Marche
“Le Grand Bleu” is a large sculptural vase, entirely hand-carved from a single block of Azul Macaubas quartzite with stunning blue veining. Each piece begins with the careful selecti...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Blush Camel Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Throw Pillow
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

Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Ochre Dot
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Acrylic, Polyester

In Stock-Brutalist Minimal Sideboard In Dark Stained Oak By Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A long, modern sideboard in a dark stained Oak, almost black color with a very dark brown espresso shade. The piece of furniture has a rectilinear, minimalist design. The top surface...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 Rosso Levanto Marble Block Coffee Tables – Handcrafted Coffee Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
Dimensions: 1 - 85 x 65 x 38 CM 2- 50 x 40 x 45 CM This set of two block marble coffee tables is a bold expression of Italian design, sculpted from the rare and dramatic Rosso Le...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone, Marble

Large Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Photo / Picture Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century photo or picture frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked Cartier / Sterling / 53 / Hand Made Sight Height: ca. 9 7/8 in...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dandy California King Size Bed Offered In Moss Green Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Embrace the whimsical allure of the "Dandy" California King Size Bed, featuring a captivating wavy headboard top that exudes charm and character. This bed isn't just furniture; it's ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Contemporary Barrel Armchair Sits On Cylindrical Wooden Base-Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This contemporary armchair is meticulously engineered to serve as an anchor of both style and sanctuary within your living space. It seamlessly delivers superior, enveloping comfort ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Set of 4 Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces in Opalene Glass w/ 24Kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning set of four modernist hand-blown Murano glass sconces, created in Italy in the 21st century, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and timeless allure associated with Venetian glassmaking. The sconces feature opalene glass, renowned for its delicate translucence and milky, ethereal quality, which allows light to diffuse through the material gently, creating an elegant and ambient glow. The opalene glass is adorned with 24-karat gold flecks, a hallmark of Murano artistry that imbues the pieces with a subtle yet luxurious shimmer. The intricate bullicante detailing—a technique that uses trapped...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold, Brass

Daisy Round Stone Green Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the simple beauty and power of a flower, DAISY is more than just a cushion... it's a burst of comfort, positive energy, freedom, and happiness. Elevate your home’s ambia...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Handmade Tile Top Lith Coffee Table by Lynnea Jean, In-stock
Located in Aitkin, MN
The Lith Collection by Lynnea Jean Inspired by a love for vintage tile tables and the desire for hands-on creation, the Lith Side Table was born. T...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Contemporary Voluminous 2-seater Sofa with Rounded Contours By Carlos Soriano
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary minimalist modular 2-seater sofa with rounded contours. The sofa is upholstered in a deep navy blue velvet. It consists of three connected modules, giving it a symmetric...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Bertu Coffee Table, Oakley Walnut Coffee Table, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Oakley Coffee Table in Walnut is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is hand-made with mitered corners from walnut veneer and finished with a beautif...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Alvar Aalto Inspired Work or Dining Tables by Farstrup Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alvar Aalto desk or dining table designed with rectangular tables with bentwood legs. In original condition with four individual legs and beveled table top. Wear is consistent with a...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Modern Chelsea Umbria Glass Dry Bar Cabinet by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Modern Chelsea Umbria Glass Dry Bar Cabinet by Ercole Home features six doors framed in hand-hammered Dark Bronze metal, each with a sheet of Umbria glass. The case is finished i...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Art Glass, Walnut

Swivel Dining Chair w/ Architectural Silhouette—Sotiris Lazou Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This iconic fully upholstered chair is a masterful exercise in minimalist design, combining sleek volume with unparalleled comfort. Every detail has been precisely chosen to ensure t...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Freestanding Blackened Brass Coat Rack, Marble Base, Coat Tree, Stand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Coat Tree by Luft Tanaka Studio Freestanding coat tree made of solid brass components in a blackened finish, with a black or white marble base. The piece is made-to-order and fully...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Steel

Set of 4 Modernist Hand-Blown Smoked Murano Glass Three-Tier Triedre Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This gleaming and elegant Set of Four Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Three-Tier Triedre Sconces In Smoked Bronze W/ Brass Fittings originate from Italy, 21st Century. They feature...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Voluminous 3-seater Sofa with Rounded Contours By Carlos Soriano
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary minimalist modular three-seater sofa with rounded contours. The sofa is upholstered in a deep, plush navy blue velvet. It consists of three connected modules, giving it ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Ripple Armchair with Sculptural Wood Base-Sidani Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Ripple Armchair 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 f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Modern Silver Finish Luxury Bar Cabinet
Located in Riga, LV
The Orion Bar Cabinet is a statement piece designed by Kanttari for collectors, luxury interiors, and clients who desire functional art. Created in exclusive collaboration with glass...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal, Aluminum

Rosso Levanto Marble Cone Side Table
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Rosso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piece ...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone, Marble

Sculptural Chair in Bouclé Upholstery with Architectural Silhouette By Mondo
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sculptural dining chair redefines minimalism through sensual tactility and structural harmony. Its monolithic form, crafted with continuous flowing geometry, creates a sense of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Bouclé, Foam

Solid Oak and Walnut Jameson Desk by Lynnea Jean, In-stock
Located in Aitkin, MN
This custom wood desk is hand-made in the United States with all hardwood construction. This modern design is characterized by its solid white oak body, minimalist walnut inlay detai...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Pair, Kawa Series Table Lamp 03, Organic White Porcelain, Green Marble Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 2 Kawa Table Lamp 03 by Luft Tanaka A plug-in portable table lamp with a leather-cast porcelain diffuser, organic and asymmetrical in form, which casts a warm and comforting ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Stone, Brass, Steel

Arizona Mirror, Dark Emperator and Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Furniture design at the iLuxury Awards 2021 In the remote location of Coyote Buttes lies one of Arizona’s treasures. The absolutely surreal undulating patterns of ‘The Wave’ in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Fountain pen Ballpoint pen Tray and Letter Opener for Desk Set enamel Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Luxurious Desk Set Description:Elevate your workspace with this sophisticated set of desk objects, comprising a ballpoint pen, fountain pen, tray, and letter opener, all crafted from...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Red Marble Round Dining Table W/ Pedestal in Deep Burgundy Lacquer- Mondo Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The stylish round dining table combines sculptural presence with refined material luxury. Its circular top is crafted from richly veined red marble, revealing natural movement in sha...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Ink Black Off White Ombre Textured Modern Throw In Merino Hand Stitched Hem
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Ink Throw is a timeless piece that harmoniously drifts its beauty between white spaces and contrasting details. Our love for accentuating detailing in hem is taken one step further i...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Furniture

Materials

Yarn

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Preview Furniture After Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of upholstered lounge chairs in original beige fabric by Preview Furniture, 1970s / 1980s. Fabric is original and shows some signs of wear and minor discoloration. Use as is o...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Illusion Nuage Bench— White Bouclé , Glossy Walnut by Sidani Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Nuage Blanc Fauteuil is a collectible armchair where poetry meets craftsmanship. Its distinctive arms unfold in three rounded, petal-like forms on each side — a sculptural gestur...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Cocktail End Table Modern Circular Round Minimalist Contemporary Blackened Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 3 - SMALL J.M. Szymanski d. 2017 Playfully imagined, this sculpted bottom-frame supports a smooth top-surface that is ideal for drinks and small items. You may even say it...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Tiled Mirror
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
TILED MIRROR, designed in 2025. This mirror is crafted with hand-built tiles that are available in customer's own choice of glaze. Crafted by skilled ar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Mirror, Walnut

Tiled Mirror
Tiled Mirror
$1,420 / item
Set of 6 Murano Glass Placeholders by Venini VIP, 1990s — Original Box
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A delightful set of six Murano glass placeholders by Venini VIP, dating to the 1990s. Each piece is hand-crafted in a luminous knot form, executed in six distinct and vibrant colors:...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

22–24-Person Outdoor Brutalist Table in Solid Oak Belgian Bluestone-Heerenhuis
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A contemporary outdoor dining table made in the traditional way, using authentic materials. Bluestone table top can be cleaned regularly with damp cloth. If you need to remove any st...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Contemporary Pair Of Barrel Armchairs in Eggplant Velvet-Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sophisticated pair of lounge chairs blending the sensual curves of modern design with the refined geometry of Art Deco. Each chair is upholstered in plush amethyst velvet, highligh...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

English Roll Arm Camelback Schumacher Darsy Tree of Life Down Sofa Settee
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
English Roll Arm Camelback Schumacher Darsy Tree of Life Down Sofa Settee
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Down

Luxury Solid Wood Pitta Bar Cart with Timeless Brazilian Design
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Pitta Bar Cart is a piece that combines functionality with timeless design. Crafted from solid wood with a natural finish, it highlights the unique grain and tones of the materia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Opala Horizon Blue Set of 2 Scalloped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushion, designed to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Ceramic Coffee Table
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Ceramic Coffee Table, designed in 2024. Hand-sculpted ceramic coffee table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop and finished with a custom glaze. E...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Minimal/Classic Velvet Dining Chairs In Black Oak Frame-Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The minimalistic design of the chairs brings a sense of sophistication while maintaining comfort. Constructed in black oak frame and upholstered in high quality cream leather. 100% E...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer Vase L Resin Grey Turquoise
Located in barasso, IT
Indian Summer vase - Clear grey, matt turquoise Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L - ø 22cm x H 36cm Colours: Clear grey an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin

Tall Ceramic Side Table
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
MEDIUM CERAMIC SIDE TABLE, designed in 2023. Hand-sculpted ceramic side table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop. Finished in a contemporary cust...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Bertu Stool, Cicely Wood Back Counter Stool, White Oak
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These Wood Back Cicely Counter Stool are beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. These stools ar...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Bronze Sculpture – El Gato – in the style of Fernando Botero
By Fernando Botero
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This bronze sculpture of a cat, El Gato, by Fernando Botero, exemplifies his iconic volumetric style. The figure’s rounded body, oversized paws, and serene expression transform a sim...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Jay Strongwater Tiger Lily Bees Enamel Swarovski Crystal Picture Photo Frame
Located in Dayton, OH
Jay Strongwater enameled brass picture frame and miniature floral print. Rectangular frame trimmed with swirling vines and enameled tiger lily blossom and bee studded with blue and g...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pisces Baby Zodiac Sign Poster by Leticia Gagetti - Size A1
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Zodiac sign poster by Leticia Gagetti, printed on 260g high-quality paper with a matte finish that ensures vivid and saturated colors. Crafted through giclée printing on museum-qual...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Furniture

Materials

Paper

Modernist Architectural Wood Ornament Sculpture Abstract Tuning Fork, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning tropical wood abstract sculpture is architecturally impressive, with its stylized tuning fork design. The piece was meticulously crafted in France circa 1950. The elong...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Forged Bowl Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Forged Bowl Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal From grit and flame, raw metal is reborn, each piece shaped by the ancient art of forging—a process that requires both brute force a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Flora Chandelier: Aqua, Jade, Mint, Peach, Coral Glass by Avram Rusu Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Flora chandelier is a vertical composition of two Botanica chandelier styles. Each chandelier combines a dramatically scaled floral bloom with an interlocking chain of glass lea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Lumina Daphine Led Floor Lamp in Soft Black 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

Paul Evans Patchwork Credenza Metal Wood Slate Custom Made Vintage c. 1960s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An original vintage 1960s patchwork credenza by Paul Evans. An example of Paul Evans’ iconic patchwork series, this monumental credenza showcases the sculptural craftsmanship and met...
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone, Bronze, Copper, Pewter

Ploum Sofa by Ligne Roset, designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ploum Sofa by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Ligne Roset. Ultra Comfy epitome of comfort! Form and Function United! Companion Loveseat available in a separate listing.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Mari Blue Gray Calming Hues Hand Woven Hand Knotted Textured Plush Merino Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
A calming reflection of the lakeside skies with pleasing color choices and textural details all created meticulously by expert artisans is what Mari Throw is all about. Modern harmon...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Furniture

Materials

Yarn

0414 Dining Chair by Gallotti Radice made in Italy
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
0414 Dining Chair Designed by Studio G&R Set of 4. Armchair / dining chair with black stained open pore solid curved ash structure. Seat and backrest with internal structure in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Ash

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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.