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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Flush Mount Construction of Brass Rings with Led
Located in Roeselare, BE
This pendant is a construction of 4 brass rings with flexible led tubes in the rings. The rings are connected to each other and hang over and next to each other. Measures: There is...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Coffee Table, Crafted from Wood with Plaster By José Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This contemporary coffee table stands as a sophisticated focal point, meticulously designed to anchor a modern living space. Its most distinctive features are its legs and tabletop, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Plaster, Wood

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...
Category

1940s Mexican Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

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 Eccentric Armchair, Solid Sucupira Wood and Purple Heart
Located in São Paulo, SP
A "Eccentric Armchair!" draws its inspiration from the sophisticated design of Brazilian modern furniture. Its essence lies in the daring pursuit of originality, reflected in the pro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Straw, Wood, Purpleheart

Important French moderne Signed Carpet by Sonia Delaunay 20th century – No. 1579
Located in Paris, FR
No. 1579 – Signed 20th-Century Carpet, Sonia Delaunay – 145 x 220 cm Period: 20th century Condition: Excellent Material: Wool Dimensions: 220 x 145 cm This magnificent carpet, havi...
Category

20th Century French Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

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

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

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

Pair of Hand-Blown Aquamarine Murano Fluted Glass Table Lamps w/ 24 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Pair of Hand-Blown Murano Fluted Glass Table Lamps in Aquamarine Hue W/ 24 Karat Gold Fleck Banded Detailing is a perfect synthesis of Venetian craftsmanship and moder...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold

Iron pot -Contemporary Japanese Crafts
Located in 加須市, 11
Made of iron, this pot looks as if it has simplified the concept of a vessel and converted it into pixels. The pipes used in industrial products are carefully processed one by one wi...
Category

2010s Japanese Modern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Leather Tray, Large A Rectangular Tray, Handmade - Color: Wine
Located in Curitiba, Parana
Monochrome Collection Trays For various purposes, the Monochrome Collection Trays can be used individually or as a set. Their sizes are customizable, so feel free to get creative an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather

Alcove Linear Sofa – Curved Backseat with Fringe Base In Burnt Orange Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

IRIS round pink Velvet Deluxe Fringed Decorative 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Gold Plated Flatware 24-piece set in a crystal glass Egg holder L’ambrosia.
Located in Glendale, CA
L'Ambrosia is a unique 24-piece cutlery set that comes in a crystal case, bringing elegance to any interior. The extraordinary design of this timeless set allows it to serve as the ...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Stainless Steel

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

Bonnie Solid Wood Coffee Table by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Bonnie Coffee Table by Crump and Kwash Solid wood construction / Acrylic table top sealer / Powder coated steel feet Wood - White Oak, Walnut, Maple, Black Oak Steel Feet - Bronz...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

Black Friday- 24-piece Silverware Set in Crystal Glass Egg Case L’ambrosia
Located in Glendale, CA
L'Ambrosia is a unique 24-piece cutlery set that comes in a crystal case, bringing elegance to any interior. The extraordinary design of this timeless set allows it to serve as the c...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cassina - Vico Magistretti Maralunga 2 Seater Leather Sofa
Located in Bern, CH
Vico Magistretti Maralunga two seater leather sofa, produced by Cassina. Dark brown leather. With two adjustable backrests for variable sitt...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather

Shearling Sheepskin Brown Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This cushion is handcrafted in our Atelier in Italy using only the best materials, starting from real Shearling Sheepskin fur. Its particular look allows this piece to both stand out...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Tenfold Chandelier 5T 24inch Brushed Bronze, Perforated Metal Geometric Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
TENFOLD CHANDELIER 5 TIER 24inch in Brushed Bronze by Luft Tanaka Studio Brutalism meets glam. The Tenfold Chandelier is inspired by brutalist design and Op Art, and composed of int...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Contemporary Modern Ligne Roset Prado Adjustable Daybed Sofa by Christian Werner
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Prado sofa by Christian Werner for Ligne Roset. This is a beautiful contemporary sofa with a unique adjustable seat design. The Prado consists of a large ...
Category

20th Century Albanian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

2 Ralph Lauren Modern Glass Hurricane Bronze Library Buffet Table Lamps
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Ralph Lauren Lighting Modern Table Lamps. The minimalist design features a glass cylinder accented with Bronze finished metal rims and pe...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Brass and Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of brass and Murano glass sconces.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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

Handcrafted Oak Cabinet - Sideboard
Located in London, GB
This impressive panelled cabinet/sideboard boldly displays the beautiful oak and craftsmanship with flair. Rather than apologising for proprietary hardware, James makes a virtue of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

8.3x12.5 Ft Dark Green Color Handmade Large Area Rug, Modern Turkish Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Category

1960s Turkish Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Contemporary Curved Velvet Sofa with Wooden Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Experience this curved sofa that offers both serene comfort and timeless elegance, Its low height and soft, cloud-like curves create an inviting and versatile seating experience. Thi...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Pair of Tulips Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of wall lamps, entirely handmade in Murano, Italy, that bring the energy of Nature and Feng Shui into your interior. This pair of modern organic wall lamps is composed of a hand...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Monumental Forged Iron Glass Serpent Coffee Table Manner of Diego Giacometti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Monumental Forged Iron and Glass Serpent Coffee Table in the Manner of Diego Giacometti, France, Late 20th Century Consisting of two pieces: the bronzed forged iron base and monumen...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Style Coffee Table In Luxurious Glossy Walnut Root By José Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sophisticated coffee table is a masterful blend of rich materiality and architectural form. The tabletop, a perfect square with gracefully rounded corners, is crafted from exqui...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Brass and Smoked Glass Pendant Lamp by Allied Maker, USA
Located in Glasgow, GB
“Arc Well” pendant lamps by Allied Maker, an American studio known for its precision craftsmanship and minimalist material palettes. Handcrafted in New York, these contemporary pend...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Daisy II Cloudy 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

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

Nura Ceiling Fixture - 18" - Cognac Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Nura Ceiling Fixture combines hand-stitched leather over walnut accented by a brass pole and canopy. This fixture can either be hung as a ceiling surface mount or a pendant suppo...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

4 Italian Modern Parsons Dark Oak Suede Side Accent Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Four vintage modern Italian Parsons dining chairs featuring dark oak frame with suede upholstery. Made in Italy. Attributed to Arhaus. Dimensions: 20" x 21" d x 39.5" h; seat 19"
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Suede, Oak

Contemporary Green Velvet Arm Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Contemporary armchairs with curved wooden backs and frames and green velvet upholstery Small chips on the arm of one of the chairs.
Category

20th Century American Modern Furniture

Under The Banyan Side Table Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Under The Banyan Side Table Large in Brass Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each object captures the essence of the Banyan tree, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Under The Banyan Gold Side Table Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Under The Banyan Gold Side Table Small in Brass Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each object captures the essence of the Banyan t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Inácio Stool in brazilian solid wood.
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Inácio stool plays with geometric shapes, aiming to create a sensation of movement and fluidity. It is made entirely from leftover solid wood from other projects, which would nor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Silver Fox Fur Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This natural Silver 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 meticulou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Hanging Pendant Cage Light Sculpture Hand-Blown Glass Blackened Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 1 - MEDIUM (WHITE) J.M. Szymanski D. 2024 What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The co...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

IDE Travertine Stone Side Table, 15.8Ø"x17.7"H - Accent, End Table, Coffee Table
Located in St Petersburg, US
IDE Table: a stunning piece that embodies the natural elegance of travertine stone. This table is crafted with precision and attention to detail, making it a unique addition to any ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Furniture

Materials

Travertine

JOJO LED Pendant
Located in Renton, WA
With and adjustable height shade inspired by the movement of a Yo-Yo, the JOJO LED Pendant is a traditional shape with modern sensibilities. Lit with an LE...
Category

2010s Taiwanese Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

JOJO LED Pendant
JOJO LED Pendant
$500 / item
Dining Chair Hello Artistry Edition in Patience Gough recycled velvet by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
NOOM x Patience Gough Present a Bold Collaboration Bridging HELLO chair, Textile, and NFT Art In a bold cross-disciplinary collaboration with British design studio Patience &a...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur

Eric Dobson and Michael Harris for Mdina Blue Streaked Studio Glass Vase
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning Maltese Mdina studio glass streak pattern vase by Eric Dobson and Michael Harris dating from around 1970. Mdina glass was founded in 1968 by Michael Harris on the Island...
Category

1970s Maltese Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Custom-Made Swivel Armchair in BlackBerry/ Ruby Red Color
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement in tone-on-tone green, this custom-made armchair features a smooth matte leather like shell enveloping a plush velvet seat. The silhouette is soft yet structur...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Faux Leather

Modern Italian Desk by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and architectural desk designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, showcasing the refined craftsmanship and modern sensibility that define Italian design. This sleek piece f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Vintage Italian Rosso Levanto Marble Coffee Table
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Vintage Italian Solid Rosso Levanto Marble Coffee Table Massive square coffee table made from the most beautiful Rosso Levanto Italian marble. Strong color in burgundy, white and da...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Gucci Silvered and Gilded Square Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Incorporate a hint of elegance into your private interior with this exceptional Gucci-designed picture frame, a true masterpiece from the brand's prestigious Interior Collection. Exp...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate, Chrome

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

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

AUREA Side Table, Silver Travertine Stone Round Side Table for Living Room Decor
Located in St Petersburg, US
‘Aurea’ Side Table by HAAND, crafted from premium silver travertine. This exquisite piece measures 13.8 inches in diameter and 18.5 inches in height, with a substantial weight of 80 lbs. The Aurea Side Table is a testament to superior design and craftsmanship, embodying HAAND’s commitment to quality. Its honed finish and exceptionally smooth surface give it a luxurious feel—like touching velvet. Its sleek, modern silhouette and natural stone finish make it a versatile addition to any living space. While it functions beautifully as a side table, its versatility extends beyond this. Use it as: 1. A Statement Piece: Place it in your living room to hold decorative items like vases, sculptures, or candles, enhancing your room’s aesthetic. 2. A Nightstand: Its sturdy design makes it perfect for a bedroom nightstand, providing ample space for a lamp, books, and a glass of water. 3. An Accent Table: Ideal for your office or hallway, where it can display art pieces, houseplants, or serve as a convenient spot for your keys and mail. 4. A Plant Stand: Elevate your indoor garden by using it as a stylish plant stand, showcasing your favorite plants in a unique way. 5. A Patio Table: Its robust construction allows it to be used outdoors, making it a great option for a patio or balcony table...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Marble

Small Ceramic Side Table
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
SMALL 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 custo...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

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

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

Pair of Modern Brass and Murano Glass Grit Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Murano glass and brass wire wall lights of modern inspiration, with an elegant aesthetic. Perfect for creating the perfect warm light in any environment. Each wall light is e...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pichet Espagnol from the Madoura Pottery AR 245 by Pablo Picasso 1954
Located in London, GB
'Pichet Espagnol' ceramic piece from the Madoura Pottery (A.R. 245) by Pablo Picasso (1954). A fired, unglazed ceramic pitcher in the form of a stylise...
Category

1950s French Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

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