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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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.
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Pink Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Green Indian Marble Coffee Table Nápoles Luxury Modern Design Joaquín Moll Spain
By Meddel, Joaquín Moll
Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL
Green Indian Marble Coffee Table Nápoles Luxury Modern Design Joaquín Moll Spain. Green indian marble coffee table nápoles is a refined and contemporary centre table conceived by Joa...
Stone, Marble, Metal
Silver finish coffee table and top artistically decorated with polished scagliola
Located in Rimini, IT
The Charles sofa side table stands out as a fine example of artistic craftsmanship, conceived as a single body of great elegance. The top, embellished with the scagliola technique, i...
Resin, Wood
Coffee table, glossy purple scagliola top and silver-finish wood base by Cupioli
Located in Rimini, IT
The Charles sofa side table stands out as a fine example of artistic craftsmanship, conceived as a single body of great elegance. The top, embellished with the scagliola technique, i...
Resin, Wood
Coffee Table Living Room Black and Gold Decor Murrine Inlaid by Hand by Cupioli Italia
Located in Rimini, IT
Bon Bon is a capsule collection of small tables with rounded and irregular shapes characterized by colorful and playful decorations. The textured exterior finish contrasts with the s...
Ceramic, Wood
Occasional Table in Walnut, Imperial Brown 39-Inch Top and Stainless Base, Regia
Located in Miami, FL
An occasional table designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with circular 39” diameter tray top featuring Imperial brown marbled glass surrounded by walnut veneer. *Please check avail...
Stainless Steel
$7,219 / item
Unique Marble Caravel Center Table by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique marble caravel center table by Collector Dimensions: D 80 x H 38 cm Materials: Marble Other materials available. Colombo, the Italian explo...
Marble
Variazioni dining and living table, in oak wood by NaessiStudio for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
A vast, mirror-like expanse, the waters of the Venetian lagoon come to life with the passage of vessels, taking on chromatic mutations and luminous wrinkles in a continuous reflection which brings its surface to life. In VARIATIONS, the piece of furniture designed for the brand by NAESSI STUDIO – the Roman design duo Eleonora Carbone and Alessandro D’Angeli...
Wood, Oak, Plywood
$401Sale Price|20% Off
Saporiti design blue fabric 1970s vintage coffee table
By Saporiti
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Coffee table with blue fabric cover and mirrored metal top, Saporiti design, 1970s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear given by time. DIMENSIONS: Height 42 cm; Width...
Metal
Contemporary Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, White Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essence ...
Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Coffee Table Green Reflections Gold Hand Inlaid in Italy by Cupioli
Located in Rimini, IT
Green coffee table with inlays and gold highlights handmade in Italy by Cupioli BonBon: A Playful Touch of Art for Your Interior BonBon is a capsule collection of coffee tables cha...
Ceramic, Scagliola, Wood
Luxury Outdoor Coffee Table with Marble and Cast Aluminum Base
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
The Zaya Coffee Table is a sculptural piece that celebrates the meeting of forces beyond control, natural elements and the human gesture. Its organically shaped top blends marble and...
Marble
$13,915 / item
Stella Table by Jiri Krejcirik
Located in Geneve, CH
Stella table by Jiri Krejcirik Dimensions: 87 x 87 x 42 Cm Materials: steel alloys The tables entitled Odyssey and Kalokagathos represent the dialogue between the aesthetics o...
Steel
$3,406 / item
Isola Table by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Isola table by Imperfettolab Dimensions: 90 x H 45 cm Materials: Raw Material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children E...
Other
$14,321 / item
Equilibrium Table by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Equilibrium table by Imperfettolab Dimensions: 125 x H 74 cm Materials: Fiberglass Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our childr...
Fiberglass
$5,021 / item
Isola Table by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Isola table by Imperfettolab Dimensions: 90 x H 45 cm Materials: Fiberglass Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children Elia...
Fiberglass
Round Twist Table, High Gloss Laminate & Brass Details, Handcrafted, Size S
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Twist Round Coffee/Side Table with Mirror or High-Gloss Laminate, Customizable The side tables and coffee tables from the Twist Collection, with their organic shapes, are handcrafted...
Brass, Iron
$5,200 / item
Black Walnut Waterfall Epoxy Resin Coffee Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
Waterfall Walnut Wood Black Epoxy Coffee Table Presenting our Epoxy Waterfall Table – a true sample of craftsmanship and elegance. This exceptional p...
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut
$11,252 / item
From Above Marble Coffee Table by Hagit Pincovici
Located in Geneve, CH
From Above marble coffee table by Hagit Pincovici Dimensions: 120 D x 40 H Materials: Carrara Marble, Lacquered wood, Brass Hagit Pincovici founded her eponymous bespoke luxury ...
Marble, Brass
Low extensible coffee table by Ligne Roset, France 1980s
Located in Firenze, FI
Dynamic and versatile sofa table with dimensions H 25 cm. X 90cm. X 90/130 cm. Ligne Roset's Coffee Table combines contemporary design and smart functionality. Thanks to the innovati...
Wood
Round Twist Table, Aged Mirror Top & Brass Details, Handcrafted, Size M
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Twist Round Coffee/Side Table with Mirror or High-Gloss Laminate, Customizable The side tables and coffee tables from the Twist Collection, with their organic shapes, are handcrafted...
Brass, Iron
Contemporary Blue Blown Glass Bowl by Natalia Criado Circular Round Cone
Located in Milan, IT
The gelato cup, designed by natalia criado is part of the wonder crystal collection. Handcrafted with a nod to 19th-century glassblowing techniques, this delightful piece features an...
Blown Glass
Modern Pink and Grey Outdoor Square Center Coffee Table with Floral Design
By João Faria, EMOTIONAL OBJECTS
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by our collection "Fifties", the outdoor rectangular centre coffee table "Let's Go Outside" is part of our first outdoor line. Besides this listed piece, it also has sofas a...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel
Round Twist Table, High Gloss Laminate & Brass Details, Handcrafted, Size M
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Twist Round Coffee/Side Table with Mirror or High-Gloss Laminate, Customizable The side tables and coffee tables from the Twist Collection, with their organic shapes, are handcrafted...
Brass, Iron
Contemporary Coffee Table by Stuart Scott, Natural Walnut & Brass, UK
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
With its trefoil shaped top featuring Directional veneer and elegant stem like solid brass legs, this table can integrate or stand alone as a quiet piece of elegant design. Shown he...
Brass
Modernist Black and Glass Aspa Coffee Table by Pedro Ramírez Vázquez by Luteca
By Pedro Ramirez Vazquez, Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In 1962, Pedro Ramírez Vázquez’s architectural design for the “Estadio Azteca” broke ground to be completed in time for the 1968 Olympic Games. The Mexic...
Steel
Modern Lux Mirror Polished True Bronze Center Table and Smoked Glass Mirror Top
By Redsoul
Located in Seattle, WA
This modern lux mirror table is exquisite. A piece that is completely mirrored and with infinite reflective angles of shine and interest. Sophisticated and ...
Bronze
Chloe Curvy Oval Coffee Table in Sculpted Pink Portugal Marble by Fred&Juul
By Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
In ancient Rome and Greece figures of divinities were sculpted in marble and so is this modern-day coffee table inspired by bodily curves. Carved from a solid block of marble, the vo...
Marble
Round Twist Table, Aged Mirror Top & Brass Details, Handcrafted, Size S
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Twist Round Coffee/Side Table with Mirror or High-Gloss Laminate, Customizable The side tables and coffee tables from the Twist Collection, with their organic shapes, are handcrafted...
Brass, Iron
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado marble console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing the essence of its artistic life and bohemian spirit. Seamlessly combining contemporary elegance with luxurious materials, Chiado features one leg upholstered in high-quality Italian leather, while the top is crafted from exquisite stone. Designed to exceed all expectations, the Chiado marble console table accents any interior with its natural artistic expression. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Chiado Console...
Onyx, Marble
Contemporary Green Blown Glass Bowl by Natalia Criado Circular Round Cone
Located in Milan, IT
The gelato cup, designed by Natalia Criado is part of the wonder crystal collection. Handcrafted with a nod to 19th-century glassblowing techniques, this delightful piece features an...
Blown Glass
Coffee Table High Gloss Laminated Top Brass Tape Framed Black Pedestal Base M
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Julieta Collection. Coffee Table High Gloss Laminated Top Brass Tape Framed Black Pedestal Base Medium Size Introducing the stunning console table with b...
Brass, Cut Steel
Occasional Table in Walnut, Imperial Brown 26-Inch Top and Stainless Base, Regia
Located in Miami, FL
An occasional table designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with circular 26 diameter tray top featuring Imperial brown marbled glass surrounded by walnut veneer. *Please check availa...
Stainless Steel
Chloe Curvy Oval Coffee Table in Sculpted white Carrara Marble by Fred&Juul
By Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
In ancient Rome and Greece figures of divinities were sculpted in marble and so is this modern-day coffee table inspired by bodily curves. Carved from a solid block of marble, the vo...
Marble
Handcrafted Solid Walnut Pillar Table by SUM Furniture
Located in London, GB
Our Architectural Pillar Coffee Table is a bold and sculptural piece of handcrafted furniture, designed and handmade in England using traditional furniture making techniques. Crafte...
Walnut
Oasis Coffee Table by MSJ Furniture Studio
Located in Vancouver, BC
Our Oasis coffee table blends well in modern homes looking for something with a little character. The hand turned bases are made one at time a time in our Vancouver work shop. Shown ...
Maple, Walnut
Foyer Table by Raka Studio - Bent Wood with Brass Elements and Safety Glass
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Foyer table has an intense bent wood design, mimicking a flower with a stem emerging from the middle and with many detailed design elements which contribute to its aesthetic. The...
Brass
Limited Edition Collectible Cast Bronze and Wood Table by Costantini, Tavola 9
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Tavola 9 is a limited edition collectible object that debuted at the 2009 Salone del Mobile in Milan. This is number 8 in a series of 12. On view at the Costantini Design sho...
Bronze
Renzo Set Concrete Tray Made In Italy White&Red Cement Christmas Edition
Located in Rome, Lazio
Now available in Christmas Edition! Renzo Line is a family of multipurpose trays with a very smooth surface and soft curved edges, now available in different color compositions. Each...
Concrete
Solid Oak Portuguese Pedestal Table by Dos Gallos - AVAILABLE NOW!
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In stock: Our custom Portuguese pedestal table in solid Oak. Two inch framed top. Beautiful ebony finish where the grain is still visible. This table is available off the floor but c...
Oak
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Onyx, Marble, Brass
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Dark Oak and Travertino
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Dark Oak and Travertino DIMENSIONS W 180 cm 70,8” D 80 cm 31,5” H 35 cm 13,7” Collector brand was born and Portugal and a...
Travertine, Marble
$3,343Sale Price / item|20% Off
Luxury Green Marble Coffee Table Dove by Joaquín Moll Custom Modern Design Spain
By Joaquín Moll, Meddel
Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL
Luxury Green Marble Coffee Table Dove by Joaquín Moll Custom Modern Design Spain. Dove is a sophisticated and luxurious green marble coffee table that embodies balance, proportion, a...
Crystal, Marble
Round Glass Top Dining Table of Chrome and Brass from Italy, Attrib. Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Modernist dining or center table from Italy, circa 1970, featuring four arches over a cross shaped base of chrome metal and brass with a round glass top, attributed to the cel...
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Coffee Table High Gloss Laminated Top Brass Tape Framed Black Pedestal Base L
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Julieta Collection. Coffee Table High Gloss Top, Brass Tape Framed and Steel Black Conical Legs Brass End. Large Size Introducing the stunning consol...
Brass, Cut Steel
Modern Flow Nesting Coffee Table Calacatta Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Flow Coffee Tables Outdoors, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Inspired by nature's organic lines and movements, this low table set adds a con...
Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble
Handcraft Side Table Organic Shape Black Iron Outline 5 Color 2 Height Small Top
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Twist collection - side table with black iron outline - small height 16,5" or 18.1" // 42 or 46 cm Small (16.5"): 27.5x23.6x16.5 inches 70x60x42 cm Small (18.1"): 27.5x23.6x18.1 ...
Iron, Brass
Vintage American Made Large Round Inlaid Mahogany Dining Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Mahogany vintage dining table made in the USA. This round hand-crafted brown table has four tapered legs, brass feet and birch "string" inlay in top. Seats eight very comfort...
Mahogany
CraftAssociates Coffee Tables, Milo Baughman Pedestal Coffee Table, Striped Top
By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Coffee Tables, Milo Baughman Pedestal Coffee Table, Striped Top The Milo Baughman Striped Top Coffee Table for Craft Associates...
Wood, Rosewood, Walnut
New Modern Side Table Red and Black Marble, Creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
The value of change in a simple act. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. Bursting with undeniable energy court...
Marble
Polo Bespoke Travertine Marble Coffee Table Contemporary Design Italian Marble
By Meddel, Joaquín Moll
Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL
Polo Bespoke Travertine Marble Coffee Table Contemporary Design Italian Marble The Polo coffee table is a refined piece of modern design, meticulously handcrafted in creamy Roman tra...
Travertine, Marble
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira marble coffee table was designed to bring the essence of n...
Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble
Laurameroni "Hugs" Rounded Low Table in Lacquered Wood
By Laurameroni
Located in Monza, IT
Round tall coffee table with brushed matt lacquered hyper-wood structure and upper top in wood with patinated "gold" lacquering. FINISH: Brushed matt lacquered and patinated "gold" wood Hugs low tables, designed by Cesare Arosio, present soft and elegant lines making them suitable for both night and living areas. The gently curved structure supports a beautiful marble top which can be selected from our range of precious stones, while the peculiar lacquering, completely handmade, gives a soft and at the same time gritty effect. CUSTOMIZATION: Available in two dimensions. Available in brushed matt lacquered wood, Lacca 61, patinated "gold" lacquering, liquid velvet...
Wood
Modern geometric dark oak & polished steel, Utopia dining table by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Utopia dining table is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a crossing through the structures of a utopian city, o...
Stainless Steel, Metal
$697Sale Price|30% Off
Hickory White Two Tier Round Cherry Side or Center Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A quality late 20th century Hickory White Two Tier Round Cherry Side or Center Table in very good vintage condition. Measures 30" in diamter and stands 26" tall. Lower tier clearan...
Cherry
NEW! DOOQ! MODERN! Pliè Center Table in Inox
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Crafted entirely in brushed stainless steel, the pliè collection explores the tension between material and shape. The cold, industrial essence of metal is softened by fluid curves an...
Metal
Handmade Modern Oval Coffee Table by Raka Studio in Bentwood & Glass
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
One of the Studio's Classic oval coffee table designs. A minimal design achieved by bending wood which reveals beautiful details at a closer look. The walnut stain finish enhances th...
Glass, Bentwood
Set of 2 Duna Coffee Tables in Solid Walnut Wood, Coffee Table by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Set of 2 Duna Coffee Tables in Solid Walnut Wood, Coffee Table by Joel Escalona Duna Collection is a set of wood tables and surfaces inspired by the vast sand dune regions of the wo...
Wood, Walnut, Hardwood
Duna Coffee Table in Solid Poplar Wood, Coffee Table by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Duna Coffee Table in Solid Poplar Wood, Coffee Table by Joel Escalona Duna Collection is a set of wood tables and surfaces inspired by the vast sand dune regions of the world. These...
Wood, Poplar, Oak, Hardwood
Arkhe No 4 Coffee Table Oval Travertine, Modern Sculptural by Fulden Topaloglu
By Studio Kali, Fulden Topaloglu
Located in Istanbul, TR
Designer Fulden Topaloğlu explains the inspiration behind the design: “Arkhe Collection is a tribute to the beautiful amphitheaters dispersed throughout the Mediterranean geography....
Stone, Travertine