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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Extra Deep Sectional Sofa Made to Order in Performance Fabric
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics. Shown with salmon cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Vintage Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage laboratory microscope. A German, enamelled metal scientific instrument by Carl Zeiss Jena, dating to the late 20th century, circa ...
Category

Late 20th Century German Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Koi Glass Repousse Vase in the Style Of Lalique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Vase with Swimming Koi in the style of Lalique. The lavender opalescent glass with three dimensional fish makes a wonderful statement. The vase can stand alone as a de...
Category

20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

cc-tapis Moire Collection Splash Lilac Rug by by Objects of Common Interest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The starting point and inspiration for Objects of Common Interest comes from the observation of landscapes and natural materials but specifically how they transform through erosion a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mario Bertorelle Disco table lamp
Located in Montréal, QC
Iconic Mario Bertorelle Disco lamp for JMRDM Massanzago. Adjustable molded plastic disc. 15-25 watt E-14 (European bulb) or higher if LED/CFL. Tested origi...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Orange Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Geometric sculpture made in polished resin in variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. This sculpture is very versatile and fun! You can cr...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin

Blue and Green Translucent Hand Dyed Acrylic Tone Shelf by Sohyun Yun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The tone shelf is inspired by the traditional colors of Korea, especially "Hanbok," which is a traditional Korean dress for formal occasions. Here, those traditional colors are made into art furniture with a modern sensibility, in Korean jade and sky blue. The tone of the blue gives an elegant and dreamy vibe. As artisans dye each piece of acrylic by hand, the tone in this piece is completely different from that of a mass-produced product, and as such, has its own value as a limited artwork. Wide spaces between the shelves can fit large...
Category

2010s Korean Modern Furniture

Materials

Acrylic

Johnnie Blackened Brass Lost Wax Cast Butterfly Wall Sconce by Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
A kaleidoscope of finely handcrafted cast brass butterflies make the magic of light even more seductive combining material and ethereal in a sculptural wall sconce. Lost wax cast by ...
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2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Contemporary Hand Blown Glass Bottle Alchemica Old Fashioned Set Liquor Bar
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the *Alchemica Old Fashioned Set*, an exquisite trio of hand-blown glassware by the talented Simone Crestani. This sophisticated se...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

French Daum Bacchus Green Amethyst Vase-Centerpiece Pâté De Verre
By Daum
Located in Vilnius, LT
French Daum Bacchus large vase-centerpiece with amethyst glass top and green pâte de verre bottom, decorated with woman and man faces, grapes and leaves. Circa 2000. Signed "Daum Fra...
Category

Early 2000s French Modern Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

ClassiCon Pli Table in Green with Crystal Glass Top by Victoria Wilmotte
Located in New York, NY
With the Pli table series French designer Victoria Wilmotte brings objects of unusual crystalline elegance and astonishing geometry to living environments, d...
Category

2010s German Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Foot Stool in Oak
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
This playful design is inspired by a classic milking stool, and has a fun twist with three individually shaped legs. The stool is hand carved by artisans in northern Portugal from ch...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Foot Stool in Oak
Foot Stool in Oak
$1,321 / item
Socle Dining Room Sets No23, Elegance Defined in Wood by NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Socle Dining Room Sets No23, Elegance Defined in Wood by NONO —— Introducing the "Socle Dining Table Series" by NONO, a distinguished expansion of our beloved side table collection...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Contemporary Chair, Walnut Color/Black Faux Leather, Set of 8
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The chair features extraordinary design with curved back legs that form part of the armrests and back support. Handcrafted of solid wood frame in walnut color and upholstered in blac...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Faux Leather

Tivoli Coffee Table; 4 Legs; 39"D Round 3CM Travertine Top; Bronze Plated Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ten10 Tivoli coffee table with 4 legs and a round travertine top. It is also available with a square top. The base is stainless steel tube plated i...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Bronze, Stainless Steel

Emeco Hudson Chair in Polished Aluminum by Philippe Starck
Located in Hanover, PA
The Hudson, designed for the Hudson hotel in NYC, is Emeco and Starck’s first collaboration. Starck described the chair as “washing the details from the N...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Walnut Laine Counter Stool by Defne Koz for Bernhardt Design
Located in Miami, FL
Laine Counter Stool by Defne Koz for Bernhardt Design, Walnut and Stainless Steel. Price is for one, four in total available. In the pictures stools may seem to be different height’s...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tulle 2 Wall Lamp in Brass and Black Enamel Mesh by Blueprint Lighting, 2019
Located in New York, NY
The Tulle 2 wall lamp is an architectural piece that works well in both modern and transitional interiors. Shown here in our black enamel mesh and n...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Nickel, Bronze

Upholstered, Wood-Framed Perception Lounge Chair by Known Work
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A graceful articulation of comfort through form, the Perception Chair explores the relationship between upholstery and framework. Its soft, sculpted interior creates cozy contours wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Maple, Burl

Two Doors Sideboard In Walnut Root with Oxidized Brass Base By José Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Elevate your interior with this exceptional two-door sideboard, a celebration of natural beauty and sculptural form. Fashioned from highly prized walnut root wood, its distinct, burl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Coffee Station Cabinet in Custom Leather and Lacquer Finishes By Jacobo Ventura
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A piece of furniture created for lovers of coffee and design. This coffee station is a creation by Jacobo Ventura with the aim of providing an elegant s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

Boho Linen Gray Decorative Throw Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
This new accent pillow of east-meets-west design aesthetic showcases a geometrical design with predominant Boho Linen gray color. Hand-made, using either 100% premium wool. This p...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Modern Oak Cabinet, Cicely Collection
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This modern oak cabinet for the Cicely collection is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each cabinet is hand-made with red oak and ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

130" Outdoor Dining Table Ft. Organic Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Outdoor oval dining table hand sculpted of reinforced resin and lacquered in matte finish. This inspiring masterpiece with its artistic sculp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer

Vitis 5 Chandelier by RBW in Frosted Ivory Blown Glass and Black Wire
By RBW
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Vitis 5 / Chandelier Designed by RBW Designed so that no two installations are exactly alike, Vitis, is a draped modular statement chandelier with customizable possibilities. Its fl...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Pontile Bookcase, in canaletto walnut, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Bookcase made of a series of solid wood poles with circular section, veneered shelves with solid wood edging, all made of Canaletto walnut finished with transparent paint. The head of the poles is coated with a blue protective paint. The system is completed by two storage compartments that feature sliding doors with integrated handle. The library is shipped semi assembled. Libreria costituita da pali continui a sezione circolare in legno massello. Ripiani impiallacciati con bordatura in massello. Il tutto realizzato in noce canaletto finito con vernice trasparente. La testa...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

21st Century Giorgione 180, Red Concrete Dining Table, 100% Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Rome, Lazio
Elementary, functional, customizable. Giorgione is a sculptural piece that brings to mind the architectural style of the beginning of the last century, fitting perfectly in any envir...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Le Corbusier LC1 Cowhide Armchair by Cassina
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This pair of LC1 Cassina armchairs captures the essence of Le Corbusier’s modernist design clean, balanced, and timeless. Made by Cassina, each chair carries the engraved signature a...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pontile bookcase and cabinet, in oak wood by AccardiBuccheri for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Bookcase made of a series of solid wood poles with circular section, veneered shelves with solid wood edging, all made of Oak wood finished with transparent paint. The head of the poles is coated with a brick red protective paint. The system is completed by two storage compartments that feature sliding doors with integrated handle. The library is shipped semi assembled. Cod. e DIM: — PON bookcase W200 x H200 x D40 cm MATERIALS: oak wood COLORS: colors head poles Design by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum Libreria costituita da pali continui a sezione circolare in legno massello. Ripiani impiallacciati con bordatura in massello. Il tutto realizzato in legno di rovere finito con vernice trasparente. La testa...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Large Concave Silver Distressed Mirror
Located in London, GB
A large contemporary concave mirror with distressed silver plate within a thick ebonized frame. Hand finished in the UK Frame 10cm thick.
Category

2010s English Modern Furniture

Materials

Mirror

Travertine Arch Side Table
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Add a touch of elegance to any room with this stunning Marble Side Table. The arch shaped sides of this side table works with a variety of interior aesthetics from traditional to con...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II armchair by InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022 The Niemeyer II armchair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer who...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Swarovski Crystal Palace Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A rare "glitterbox" vertical chandelier designed by Georg Baldele for Swarovski's Crystal Palace collection in celadon green. The chandelier in composed of a polished nickel frame and hundreds of rectangular cut Swarovski light...
Category

Early 2000s English Modern Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Steel

Teak Wood Armchair with Curved Arms and Oatmeal Fabric - Mince Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Mince teak wood armchair designed by Larissa Batista for Uultis with curved arms, and brown leather. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Mince armchair brings under...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Upholstery

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

Porcelain Pure Silver Salt Pepper Shakers By Emilia Castillo "
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage table sculptures made in porcelain and pure silver designed and manufactured in Mexico by Emilia Castillo. The sculptures depict two ...
Category

1990s Mexican Modern Furniture

Materials

Silver

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Floral Nut Bowl Bon Bon Dish Compote 23546 217g
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid-century Tiffany & Co makers sterling silver 925 scalloped flower or lotus shaped nut / bon bon dish, compote or bowl. 23546. Measures: 7.25” x 2.125” / 217.3 g (diameter x hei...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bertu Tables, Cicely Modern Walnut Coffee Table
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Tables, Cicely Modern Walnut Coffee Table This Modern Walnut Coffee Table - The Cicely is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sou...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mis-Shapes Contemporary Irregular Abstract Shape Hand Tufted Rug by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
'Mis-Shapes' Contemporary irregular abstract shape hand-tufted wool rug A combination of neatness and abstraction. A fluid patterns and shades of primary colors from vibrant to pas...
Category

2010s Indonesian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Nuage Bleu Fauteuil — Celadon Blue Bouclé , Grey Oak Legs 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, Wood, Upholstery

Georgia Black Walnut Console with Shelf by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
The Georgia console is our stunning black walnut console table, the perfect addition to any contemporary home. Crafted with the finest quali...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

"Pedro" bar cart Modernist style, painted steel and natural wood
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
With the Pedro trolley, Alessandra pays a loving tribute to her father. The light and functional piece has an interesting detail: the smaller top tray is movable, allowing you to use...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Carabottino cabinet, in basswood by Cara/Davide for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Carabottino is a contemporary and crafted cabinet, a wooden grating that is presented in a two-dimensional form traditionally made of wooden strips, it is considered to be an accesso...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

"Leopoldo" coffee table by A.Citterio G.O. Löw for Kartell - Italy - 1990s
Located in Milano, IT
The Leopoldo coffee table, designed in the 1990s by Antonio Citterio and Glen Löw for Kartell, is a perfect combination of minimalism and technical innovation. Characterized by an es...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Sleek Counter Stool In Textured Black Iron Frame And Performance Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This is a modern and elegant piece designed for both comfort and style. It features a robust stainless steel frame in that ensures durability and longevity. The stool is characterize...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Snow Leopard Rug by TeHer Rugs — Hand-Knotted Himalayan Wool Silk
Located in Miami, FL
Snow Leopard Rug, Contemporary Hand-Knotted Himalayan Wool and Bamboo Silk by TeHer Art Rugs. This contemporary Snow Leopard rug is a striking reinterpretation of the legendary Hima...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Silk

Angelina Console by Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
Placed in the living room or in an entryway as a supporting surface for lamps, vases, candle holders, or books, this console is a sure eye-catcher. Made of wood with a myrtle burl ve...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Linea Sofa, COM upholstery with walnut detail, by Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Linea Sofa is defined by the gentle flow of its upholstered curves, balanced by solid wood details. Staying true to the studio's design philosophy, it p...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mohair, Walnut

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Silk

Vista Bowl Large in Brass and Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Vista Bowl Large in Brass and Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal Crafted from cast brass and adorned with semi-precious stones, this collection pays homage to the diverse hue...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ward Bennett Murano glass bowl/ Vide-Poche by Salviati , signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vice and simple modern design in this bow / vide-poche by Ward Bennett , made and signed Salviati.
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

"Case Study" metal floor lamp
Located in Florence, IT
The design of Supaform's "Case Study" floor lamp draws inspiration from industrial and mechanical technologies. It incorporates components salvaged from idle machines and mechanisms,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheet Metal

Vintage Pink Emerald Green Cartier Panther Silk Scarf with Irish Linen Pillow
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pillow maker. Gaining notability for her unique idea and creations back in 2013 - featured in the likes of the Financial Times, and first selling here on 1stdibs in 2016 - our creations are of the absolute top most quality, craftsmanship and finesse. Thank-you for looking. Title: Vintage Pink Emerald Green Cartier Panther Silk Scarf with Irish Linen Pillow Cushion Description: This gem is a one-of-a-kind custom made luxury cushion (pillow) from an exquisite and rare vintage vintage pure silk Cartier fashion scarf...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Furniture

Materials

Linen, Silk

Outdoor Stool Carved from Single Block of Scented Cedarwood, Set Of 2
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Handcrafted by generations of skilled Italian craftsmen, this stool is meticulously carved from solid scented cedar wood. Serving as a captivating sculptural statement piece, it adds...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Contemporary European Block Pearl Candlestick In Green by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl and block shaped designs. Each candlestick begins as hand-sculpted components which are used to create moulds in different sizes. These highly original, eye-catching candlesticks come in different sizes depending on the number of blocks. The candlesticks are cast in bio-resin with 30% recycled components and Jesmonite mixed with pigment at the start of the process, to ensure color consistency. Some of the candlesticks are subtly finished with hand painted gold patina to reflect the shimmer of the candle. Each one is made with a solid brass drip catcher and can be cast in a variety of colors. Working from her studio in London, as well as candlesticks, Margit creates artistic lighting...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Calla floor lamp Venini VeArt Murrina Franco luce style.
Located in Lugo, IT
Calla floor lamp Venini VeArt Murrina style. Good condition. Thank you
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Riva 1920 Contemporary Dining Table, Black Oak Top Carbon Fiber Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This extraordinary table achieves a striking balance between the natural warmth of wood and the precision of modern engineering. The substantial tabletop is crafted entirely from oak...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Carbon Fiber

"Thorny" Heart Vases Set of 3 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, Porcelan, Wall decor
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. This collection is made by 4 beautiful...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vivian Beauty Desk, in brass, glass and wood, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Vivian is a contemporary Beauty Desk, it can be a Makeup Table, a Writing Table, and even a mirror. Vivian mirror is a mirror with a jewelry shelf. An eleg...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Route Brown Bar Cart
Located in Milan, IT
Impress guests with this charming and functional bar cart that perfectly displays your favorite drinks and glassware during formal dinners and parties. Supported by a slender metal frame with a bronze painted finish, the two oval shelves...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

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.

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