Post-Modern Furniture
POSTMODERN STYLE
Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.
ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerges during the 1960s; popularity explodes during the ’80s
- A reaction to prevailing conventions of modernism by mainly American architects
- Architect Robert Venturi critiques modern architecture in his Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture (1966)
- Theorist Charles Jencks, who championed architecture filled with allusions and cultural references, writes The Language of Post-Modern Architecture (1977)
- Italian design collective the Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano, meets for the first time (1980)
- Memphis collective debuts more than 50 objects and furnishings at Salone del Milano (1981)
- Interest in style declines, minimalism gains steam
CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Dizzying graphic patterns and an emphasis on loud, off-the-wall colors
- Use of plastic and laminates, glass, metal and marble; lacquered and painted wood
- Unconventional proportions and abundant ornamentation
- Playful nods to Art Deco and Pop art
POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Ettore Sottsass
- Robert Venturi
- Alessandro Mendini
- Michele de Lucchi
- Michael Graves
- Nathalie du Pasquier
VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.
Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendini — a onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.
Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group, which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.
Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals.
After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.
On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.
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Style: Post-Modern
Returnable Items Only
Toscana Chairs by Piero Sartogo for Saporiti
By Saporiti
Located in Dronten, NL
A nice pair of asymmetrical Toscana chairs designed in 1986 by Piero Sartogo for Saporiti .
These chairs were designed in 1986 by Piero Sartogo and Nathalie Grenon for Saporiti Itali...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Burl, Maple
$795 / item
Large Crumpled Vase in Dark Blue 3D Printed Plant Based Plastic - Smooth Edition
By É Pedra
Located in São Paulo, BR
3D-printed in bioplastic and hand-shaped, the Crumpled Vase combines digital precision with expressive craftsmanship. Its sculptural form and delicate texture make each piece a one-o...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Philippe Starck Pair Of Miss Dorn Model Armchairs for Disform, c. 1982
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Philippe Starck Miss Dorn model armchairs for Disform 1982.
Black metal structure, original black fabric round seat.
Dimensions: 70 cm H, 54 c...
Category
1980s French Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Modern Style Aurora Chair Sculpted in Walnut Finish No Arms, leather seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Aurora collection aka Dawn marks a new exiting moment in our design history, in where we dove deep in to the creativity unknown, to create a collection that would be able to hold...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
Early 90
s Production Getsuen
Rose Lounge Chairs Masanori Umeda for Edra Italy
By Edra, Masanori Umeda
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of early 1990's production Getsuen & Rose Flower lounge chairs by Japanese designer Masanori Umeda for Edra Italy 1990
Very rare to find 2 early production examples now combine...
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
$14,950 Sale Price
35% Off
Post Modern Waterfall Bench Newly Upholstered in Leopard Velvet c. 1980s
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Perfectly plush Post Modern 1980s waterfall bench fully professionally restored with new cushioning and leopard velvet upholstery piped in black...
Category
1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Velvet
Italian Acerbis Modern Black Lacquer Sheraton Sideboard
By Acerbis
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Super long.
Would fit an 100" TV with room to spare.
Italian Postmodern glossy black lacquer "Sheraton" sideboard, designed by Giotto Stoppino (Italian, 1926-2011) and Lodovico Acer...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
$1,225 Sale Price
75% Off
Ettore Sottsass: Tutta La Ceramica
Located in New York, NY
Catalogue raisonne of Ettore Sottsass ceramics organized chronologically from 1955 to 1994—from postwar to Post-Modern. Published in 1996 by Umberto Allemandi & C. Text in Italian by...
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
1980s Herman Miller Burdick Group Post Modern Industrial Design Modular Desk USA
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A rare opportunity to buy a stunning Post Modern desk designed in 1981 by Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller.
Burdick’s first product for Herman Miller was the 'Burdick Group System', ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
1970s Post Modern Tubular Chrome Rocker Rocking Chair Manner Of Maison Jansen
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a post - modern tubular chromed rocking chair attributed to Maison Jansen. These were manufactured in Italy. It symbolized the spa...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Small Postmodern, Green Murano Glass, Bottle Vase by Nason, 1980
s, Italy
Located in Glasgow, GB
Small Postmodern style Murano Glass bottle vase by Nason.
Handcrafted from mint green Murano glass in the form of a double gourd shape. The exterior is detailed with smooth linear s...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
$107 Sale Price
35% Off
Postmodern Bakelite "Liberte" Letter Holder by Philippe Starck for Alessi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Liberte letter holder/desk organizer/envelope box was designed by French Industrial Designer/Architect, Philippe Starck for Alessi (Portugal, 1992).
The green plastic top, suppor...
Category
1990s Portuguese Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Plastic, Bakelite
Modern Style Aurora Chair Sculpted in Walnut Finish No Arms, Upholstered Seat
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Aurora collection aka Dawn marks a new exiting moment in our design history, in where we dove deep in to the creativity unknown, to create a collection that would be able to hold...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
Chair D
Located in Mérida, MX
The handwoven technique of the 'Petatillo' in Yucatan has been practiced for more than 50 years. Usually, it is woven with natural cane. This is one hundred percent artisan work, whi...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Nylon, Wood
$780 / item
Sculptural Light No. 132, Handblown Glass and Brass, by Milla Vaahtera
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural light no. 132 by Milla Vaahtera
Dimensions: D 44 x W 95 x H 70 cm
Materials: Handblown glass, handcrafted brass.
Sculptural Lights are handmade light fixtures that functi...
Category
2010s Finnish Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Red Leather Post Modern Lounge Chair, Italy 1990
Located in Chicago, IL
Red leather post modern lounge chair, with upholstery seat, Italy 1990
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
Vico Magistretti for O-Luce
Atollo
First Edition
233
Table Lamp
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti for O-Luce, 'Atollo' lamp, first edition model '233', aluminum, Italy, 1977
The Atollo lighting object, designed by Vico Magistretti in 1977, stands as one of his m...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Aurora stool, light honey solid wood, natural caning back, cream textile seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of the award-winning Aurora Collection, also known as Dawn — a transformative milestone in our esteemed design legacy that has earned the pr...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
Postmodern Bent Glass Ashtray Bowl Catchall, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
A transparent bent glass ashtray or bowl/catchall, Modern style or Postmodern period, circa late-20th century, late 1990s to early 2000s. Two indents at top. Excellent condition as s...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Italian Sculptural King Size bed with Integrated Nightstands in Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
King Size bed, ash, wood, Italy, 1970s
A captivating and sculptural double bed, made in Italy in the 1970s. This piece has amazing quality, not only visible in the design itself but...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Ash
A Heavy Plaster Tri-Legged Side Table
Located in North Miami, FL
These heavy plaster tri-legged side tables with foot details to legs. Sourced from a Miami Beach hotel and in wonderful condition (light touch up and repaint). SEE all detail images ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Plaster
$3,300 / item
De Sede ‘DS-15’ Modular Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, sectional sofa, model 'DS-15', leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
This high-quality sectional sofa designed by De Sede in the 1970s contains eight modular elements. Its flexible ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather
Hollywood Regency Design Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Belgo Chrom, 1970
s
By belgochrom
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Design Hollywood Regency Style set of 8 dining chairs attributed to Belgo Chrom. Made in Belgium for Belgochrom in the 1970's. Velor velvet seating and back with g...
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
$2,303 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Solid Pine Wood Sculpture Coat Rack
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare, solid pine sculptural cactus. Use is as a coat rack, hat rack or minimalist sculpture.
The sculpture is structurally sound but does have some cosmetic wear. Please see image...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Large Italian Tortoise Murano Art Glass Bowl 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
This impressive vintage Murano art glass bowl showcases a striking 14-inch tortoise or leopard pattern, exuding timeless elegance. Ideal for serving or display, this Italian blown art glass piece dates back to the 1970s or early 1980s and likely originates from Empoli, near Florence, known for its modern...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Polished Cast Brass Garra Door Hanger by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Cast Brass Garra Door Hanger by Studio Orth
Dimensions: W 14 x D 6 x H 33 cm
Materials: Cast metal.
Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum
About:
Studio O...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Manolo Eirin Enormous Wall Sconce Hand Crafted Ceramic off White
By Manolo Eirin
Located in Carballo, ES
Large ceramic wall sconce, designed and signed by Rulo and Manolo Eirin. Interior and exterior vitrified in white, which allows a greater projection of light on the wall. The electrical connection of the lamp is suitable for both the American and European markets (The bulb is not included). The wall lamp is designed both for the interior of a space and for the exterior, with a hole for the fall of rainwater. The piece includes a 6.5W waterproof led panel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Dr Glob Chairs Philippe Starck Grey Kartell, Italy, 1990
Located in Vienna, AT
Kartell Dr. Glob set of four grey modern chairs designed by Philippe Starck.
The Dr. Glob chair was designed by the acclaimed designer Philippe Starck for Kartell in Italy. Phillipe...
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Post Modern Low Profile Square Coffee Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Big on style but not on size, this petite low profile, Post Modern coffee table is perfect for that small space that needs a unique piece. The rounded square corners and bullet shape...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Postmodern Rare Tea Kettle Designed by Michael Graves
Located in San Diego, CA
A Classic postmodern Memphis era design teapot designed by Michael Graves, circa the 1980s, a rare design not many were produced it's in good condition except for a ding on the botto...
Category
20th Century North American Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
$156 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Black Abstract Tessellated Stone Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Elevate your space with this compelling abstract sculpture, meticulously crafted from high-quality tessellated stone. Featuring a distinctive black hue interspersed with intricate gr...
Category
1970s Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Stone
Modern Style Aurora Chair Sculpted in Walnut Finish Arms, leather back
seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Aurora collection aka Dawn marks a new exiting moment in our design history, in where we dove deep in to the creativity unknown, to create a collection that would be able to hold...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
Postmodern Plaster Sculpture Pedestal / Plant Stand
By Emilio Terry, Sirmos
Located in Round Top, TX
Minimalist plaster pedestal or plant stand, circa 1980s with stippled Organic Modern texture.
Plaster furniture enjoys a long history, with the earliest attribution to Emilio R. Te...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Decorative Hand Painted Italian Ceramic Large Fish Plate/Bowl by Vietri Italy
By Vietri
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful decorative hand-painted Italian large ceramic fish plate-bowl by Vietri Italy. The plate is in great condition with no chips or cracks and...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Two
Filicudara
Sconces by Steve Lombardi für Artemide Italy 1980s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two amazing Post-Modern sconces or candle holders 'Filicudara'. Designed by Steven Lombardi for Artemide, Italy, 1980s. Makers mark on each sconce.
Each of the sconces will b...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
American Midcentury Knoll Studio Armchair by Linda
Joseph Ricchio
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful single armchair by Knoll great condition solid and sturdy. retains medallion with signature and date.
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
$620 Sale Price
20% Off
Post Modern Tessellated Stone Base Coffee Table Magnussen
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
The 1980s Postmodern Mactan Coffee Table, designed by Magnussen Ponte, is a distinct piece of furniture. Its eye-catching design is sure to make a ...
Category
1980s Philippine Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Stone
Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti
Avedon
Curved Sofa in Turquoise Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti 'Avedon' sofa, fabric, lacquered wood, chrome-plated steel, Italy, 1980s
A truly wonderful piece that breathes the elegance of Italian Post-Modern desig...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Philippe Starck. Limited edition “Toobe” table lamp by Kartell, Italy, 2000s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Philipp Stark. Limited edition "Toobe" table lamp by Kartell, Italy, 2000s. Composed of a transparent PMMA cylinder with the names of the authors of Rowohlt printed on it, and a whit...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Plexiglass, Plaster
Post-Modern table lamps by Bruno Gecchelin for Skipper and Pollux, Italy, 1980s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Pair of Italian table lamps attributed to Bruno Gecchelin, 1980s. Made of perforated metal lacquered in black and circular glass diffuser finished in 4 different tones, embodying the...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Polished Cast Brass Argola Wall Hanger by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Cast Brass Argola Wall Hanger by Studio Orth
Dimensions: W 15 x D 3 x H 15 cm
Materials: Cast metal.
Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum
About:
Studio...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of Eight 1980s Post Modern Dining Chairs by Ercol
By Ercol
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage set of eight dining chairs were made by British furniture icon Ercol. These are a rare set from the 1980s by Ercol with a 1980s postmodern design. Produ...
Category
1980s Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Elm
Gianni Versace for Rosenthal, Five Large "Ivy Leaves" Teacups with Saucers
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gianni versace for Rosenthal. Five large "Ivy Leaves" teacups with saucers, late 20th century.
In perfect condition.
The cup measures: 10.5 x 6 cm.
The saucer measures: 16.5 cm.
...
Category
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Postmodern Metal Two Become One Sculpture by Louise Hederström for Ikea, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Metal Two Become One Sculpture by Louise Hederström for Ikea, 1990s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1990 to 1999
Official proof of auth...
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Italian chaise lounge model Wave by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1974
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Postmodern chaise longue Wave model designed by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti. A timeless piece, characterized by a steel structure and a minimalist aesthetic in perfect postmodern style. The chair cushion...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Concrete Cantilever Coffee Table
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Rare coffee table designed in the late 1970s by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Masanori Umeda Table Lamp Yamagiwa Postmodern
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Umeda Stand
Designed by Umeda Masanori in the 80s. Manufacture is Yamagiwa, JAPAN.
The protrusions act as stoppers. This lamp can stay in several positions.
There is no chips or cr...
Category
1980s Japanese Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Rubber
Pink Laminated Post Modern Side End Table
By Parsons
Located in Toronto, ON
Post modern Light pink laminated end/side table. This Parsons style side table is finished in light pink. The laminated veneer has a textured feel. The lines of the table are seamles...
Category
1980s Canadian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Laminate
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
"Nobody
s Perfect" Chair by Gaetano Pesce X Etro for Zerodisegno, Italy 2003
Located in Hellouw, NL
Gaetano Pesce was an influential Italian designer and architect, and is celebrated for his unique approach that merges art with functionality, challenging conventional aesthetics. Hi...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Resin
Post modern 3 seat sofa dark brown bentwood Beech thin frame made in Germany
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Post modern 3 seat sofa dark brown bentwood Beech thin frame made in Germany. Beautiful sofa with bentwood blonde frame and brown leather cushions 3 seat sofa. Minimalistic design wi...
Category
1980s German Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
Mario Botta "Tesi" Dining Table for Alias, Italy, 1980
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Basel, BS
Outrageous opportunity to own a rare Mario Botta dining or conference table, made in 1986, in mint condition.
This Dining table or desk, titled the model "Tesi" from 1986, was designed by Mario Botta and produced by Alias. The perforated sheet steel structure is lacquered in black with a rectangular glass top. This iconic table demonstrates the influence of Le Corbusier, Louis Kahn and Carlo Scarpa on Botta’s work.
During the 1980s, famous Swiss architect, Mario Botta worked with the manufacturer Alias as a designer on a whole range of furniture. Botta’s ingenious designs are often composed of simple geometric shapes, while also creating unique complex spaces. See images 3, 8 and 9 in this posting to see some of his stunning architectural works.
This listing is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the last examples of the original production of this collectible and iconic design.
Condition: The table for sale here is in great original condition with less-than-usual usage marks for its age. It has been very well taken care of for its entire life.
Artist:
Mario Botta (Swiss, born 1943)
Title:
TESI TABLE...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Chair C
Located in Mérida, MX
Cane weaving in Yucatán has been practiced for more than 50 years. It is generally woven with the natural root of the cane. This is a 100 % artisanal work, which we are very proud to...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Nylon, Wood, Oak
$1,100 / item
Achille Castiglioni Zanotta Room Divider Paravent Black, Italy 1980
Located in Vienna, AT
Achille Castiglioni Zanotta Room Divider Paravent Black, Italy
Beautiful space screen designed by Achille Castiglioni. It's all black with black gaze, black steel columns and black...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Whimsical Vintage Man
Woman Metal Wire Bench by John Risley
By John Risley
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical vintage man & woman metal wire bench by John Risley, circa 1960s. The piece has its original white distressed finish and measures 36.5"W x 23"D...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Wire, Metal
Memphasis Sunburst Pattern Post Modern Lacquer Ice Bucket with Coaster Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Georges Briard Memphasis plastic-lacquer ice bucket in the Sunburst pattern, along with the corresponding coaster set, inspired by the Memphis Art Movement, produced in Japan, 1985...
Category
1980s Japanese Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Set of 6 Postmodern Flash One Series Coffee Service Plates, Cups, Saucers, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Flash One Series Coffee Service Plates, Cups, Saucers by Dorothy Hafner for Rosenthal, 1980s, Set of 6, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an at...
Category
20th Century German Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$910 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Forbidden Fruit Ceramic Pendant Lamp By Glimpt
Located in Munich, DE
Swedish design duo Glimpt designed these strawberry-inspired pendant lamps in 2010. Called Forbidden Fruit, the collection of lights feature ceramic shades that have been painted wit...
Category
2010s Swedish Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Beech
$2,159 / item
Dutch Design Lounge Chair Set by Dr. B Schwarz for Demury
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Rare Dutch Design Lounge chair set designed by Dr. B. Schwarz for Demury design. Marked; Dutch Design B.P.H. It is a shell chair of molded cream white plastic Material with two integ...
Category
1980s Dutch Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Plastic
$1,919 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Post modern lucite snail spiral glass top coffee table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Post modern lucite snail spiral glass top coffee table. Base is made of clear polished lucite abstract form. High quality rounded corner glass top c...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Plexiglass
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
1980
s Postmodern Frosted Lucite Block Kinetic Radiometer Rare Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare kinetic Sculpture a radiometer encased lucite cube with a frosted finish , inside holds a blue glass radiometer that when light or sun goes thru start spining a beautiful and un...
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Furniture
Materials
Lucite
Post-modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Post-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, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Post-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 Pepe Albargues, Ettore Sottsass, ATRA, and Christopher Gentner. 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. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $33 and tops out at $275,833 while the average work can sell for $2,610.
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