Chicago Skyline Artist Joseph Catanzaro Winner of the Chicago Artist of the Year
Located in Highwood, IL
Abstract Chicago skyline painting, acrylic on canvas, by local Chicago artist, Joesph Catanzaro. Winner of the Chicago “Artists of the Year” for the Chicago Convention and Tourism Bu...
Acrylic
$895
H 25.25 in W 37.5 in D 1.5 in
Modernist Oil on Canvas Abstract View of Chicago by James Sherman, C 1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Colorful view of Chicago from across Lake Michigan by James Sherman. Mid-sixties interpretation. Frame included in the size.
Canvas
$2,800
H 48.25 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
Yamil O. Cardenas Multi-Color Abstract Painting in Acrylic on Canvas 2019
By Yamil O. Cardenas
Located in Miami, FL
Multi-color Yamil O. Cardenas abstract painting in acrylic on canvas. Signed and dated, 02/2019 at the front right corner. Yamil O. Cardenas was born in Cuba in 1972 and recently mov...
Canvas, Acrylic
Luciano Di Concetto Painting
By Luciano di Concetto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Luciano Di Concetto early work with no title. One of the most important contemporary French painters is Luciano Di Concetto whose stylized work is becoming famous worldwide. His wor...
Paper
Untitled Work by Scott Kerr
Located in Dallas, TX
Scott Kerr is a self-taught Contemporary Abstract Artist. As a young boy, he was exposed to the art world by his father through the works of a local Texas artist, David Brownlow. Ama...
Canvas, Paint
$15,000
H 47.5 in W 39.5 in D 1.5 in
Italian Modern Abstract Expressionist Painting by Giuseppe De Gregorio
By Giuseppe De Gregorio
Located in Chicago, IL
Giuseppe De Gregorio (Italian, 1920-2007) 1960s. Signed on lower right. In a nice gilt frame.
Paint
Large Dario villalba abstract expressionist painting 1963
By Dario Villalba
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
A large abstract expressionist work by Dario Villalba (b. 1939-2018) an important Spanish painter as well as Olympic Figure skater. Untitled work, dated 1963, (45" X33") would have b...
Canvas, Paper
20th Century Abstract Artwork by Lionel Abrams
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large 20th Century abtsract oil on canvas painting By South African artist Lionel Abrams (1931-1997). Signed and dated 1972.
Canvas, Paint
Lee Reynolds Large Abstract Painting Vanguard Studio
By Lee Reynolds
Located in Westport, CT
Large Lee Reynolds abstract oil painting circa 1960s for Vanguard Studios original tag to back with a polished aluminum original frame.
Metal
$500
H 14.63 in W 18.75 in D 1 in
Abstract City Scape Painting by California Artist Jean Halpert-Ryden
Located in San Mateo, CA
Acrylic on masonite abstract painting by Jean Halpert-Ryden. The painting is titled "Toward the City". The painting is in the original likely artist made frame. There is some wear an...
Masonite, Paint
$4,000
H 59.06 in W 43.31 in D 1.58 in
Abstract Painting "AZ-TEP" by Venezuelan Artist Susana Amundarain
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This abstract painting titled "AZ-TEP" was created by contemporary Venezuelan artist Susana Amundarain. Her work has been included in many group and touring exhibition in Venezuela, ...
Canvas, Paint
$329Sale Price|52% Off
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 0.6 in
Abstract Painting No. 2, Modern Acrylic on Canvas, Signed Artwork
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Dimensions: 25cm x 25cm x 1,5 cm Technique: Acrylic on canvas Author: Miha Zorz Year: 2020
Canvas, Acrylic
Over-scale Signed 1980s Modern Abstract Painting on Canvas
Located in Miami, FL
Offered is a large-scale 1980s acrylic abstract painting on canvas. The painting has a lovely balanced composition in soft colorful tones accented in gray. The painting is signed ...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
$9,165
H 55.12 in W 74.81 in D 1.19 in
XL Abstract Painting titled "Poligon" by Simon Djermanovic, Yugoslavia 1991
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a striking extra large painting titled "Poligon", painted by a Yugoslav artist Simon Djermanovic. This abstract piece is an abstract painting that uses ...
Canvas, Wood
Framed Yamil O Cardenas Abstract Acrylic Painting Contemporary
By Yamil O. Cardenas
Located in Miami, FL
Framed abstract painting in acrylic on canvas. Signed at right bottom corner and dated 2016. Yamil O Cardenas was born in Cuba in 1959 and recently moved to Miami in the USA. Growing...
Canvas, Acrylic, Wood
Yamil O Cardenas Abstract Expressionist Painting
By Yamil O. Cardenas
Located in Miami, FL
Yamil O Cardenas abstract expressionist painting in acrylic on canvas. Yamil O Cardenas was born in Cuba in 1972 and recently moved to Miami in the USA. Growing up he was attracted t...
Canvas, Acrylic
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.5 in W 11.25 in D 0.1 in
21st Century Abstract Painting/Mixed-Media Work by Greg Dickerson
Located in Wainscott, NY
21st century painting by Greg Dickerson. Mixed-media on paper.
Fabric, Paint, Paper
$1,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 25 in W 22 in D 17 in
Stylish Pair of American of Martinsville Walnut Nightstands Mid-Century Modern
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Great looking pair of American of Martinsville walnut nightstands. These stylish nightstands have a great flip down door opening to reveal a nice open space with on small drawer. The...
Brass
$27,523
H 28.35 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Rare Angelo Mangiarotti Dining Table, La Sorgente Dei Mobili, Italy, 1970s
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Rare original Angelo Mangiarotti dining table, for La Sorgente Dei Mobili, Italy, 1970s. Cast bronze and wood. In good original condition with minor signs of use to corners. Fast shi...
Bronze
$59,050
H 20.67 in W 44.49 in D 20.48 in
Side Table by Charlotte Perriand for Hôtel Les Trois Arcs, France, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
This side table, designed by Charlotte Perriand for Hôtel Les Trois Arcs in 1967-1968, is an exceptionally rare piece, with only three ever produced. Its distinctive three-part leg s...
Wood
$4,010
H 59.06 in W 48.04 in D 1.97 in
Pair of Gio Ponti Wardrobe Doors from the Hotel Royal, Naples, 1955
By Gio Ponti, Giordano Chiesa
Located in Rome, IT
Rare pair of Gio Ponti wardrobe doors, 1955 from the furniture of the Hotel Royal, Naples manufactured by Giordano Chiesa and produced by Dassi Lissone 2 mirrors on the verso walnut,...
Brass
Tall Mid-Century Gentleman's Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large chest of drawers with side cabinet storage. This all in one unit features five deep drawers and left side cabinet space with top drawer and adjustable shelves. Please confirm l...
Walnut
Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Lelievre Wool Boucle
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant modern scallop back sofa upholstered in Lelievre Lama Naturel wool boucle. Also available in COM - please enquire. Fast shipping worldwide. COM fabrics subject to app...
Fabric, Wood
$9,624 / set
H 29.93 in W 15.36 in D 16.93 in
Original Pierre Chapo French Elm S24 Chairs, France 1970s - Set of 4
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Renens, CH
Set of four original S24 chairs by Pierre Chapo. Pierre Chapo’s design have been heavily inspired by works from the Bauhaus period and designers like le Corbusier and Charlotte Perr...
Leather, Elm
Venezia Rialto Console
By Morici
Located in Milan, IT
A striking sculptural objet d'art that doubles as a console, this stunning piece will add color and cheer to any modern or eclectic entryway. A bold design of strong geometric value,...
Wood
Object 033 Cabinet by NG Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Object 033 Cabinet by NG Design Dimensions: D65 x W34 x H149 cm Materials: Powder coated steel, Tempered Glass Also Available: All of objects available in different materials and co...
Steel
$4,400Sale Price|36% Off
H 20.5 in W 16.25 in D 1 in
Charles Bunnell 1963 Abstract Expressionist Blue Black Oil Painting
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
Charles Ragland Bunnell (American, 1897–1968) Untitled, 1963 Oil on board Signed and dated lower right Dimensions: 20½ × 16¼ inches An exceptional example of mature American Abstrac...
Oil
Shaker Inspired Chest of Drawers, Steel Furniture Natural Rust Patina
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This Chest of Drawers distills Jim Rose’s legacy into one of its most elemental and enduring forms. Referencing the familiar typology of the tall American chest, the piece demonstrat...
Steel
Tall Vintage French Oak Cabinet, Manner of Jacques Adnet
Located in North Miami, FL
This is a wonderful natural oak cabinet with inset panels and two large doors which open to deep and wide shelving. Original key and lock. This has been lightly restored and the back...
Oak
$23,540 / item
H 15 in W 80 in D 28 in
Contemporary Minimal Bleached Oak Daybed Bench Mirror Polish St. Steel Backrest
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the antique wooden block planers used for working wood, the contemporary, minimal bleached oak Block Daybed and bench has the mirror polished stainless steel backrest whi...
Stainless Steel
White Oak Tojbox Large Wardrobe by Michael
Located in Geneve, CH
White Oak Tojbox large wardrobe by Michael. Materials: Oak Dimensions: D 38 x W 112 x H 200 cm. Also available in different colours and materials. The founders, Mia and Torben ...
Oak
$3,698 / item
H 14.97 in W 27.56 in D 55.12 in
Asos Coffee Table by Hermhaus - Modern Oak Wood Design from Turkey
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Asos Coffee Table by Hermhaus is a striking piece of modern furniture that embodies minimalist design with a bold, brutalist character. Despite its simple geometric form, the tab...
Wood, Oak
Lennox Vine and Leaf Wall Mirror in Gold Rubbed Black
Located in Dallas, TX
Nestled within the embrace of meticulously crafted branches, the Lennox Mirror weaves one of a kind metal artistry into living spaces. Every leaf, a work of precision, is thoughtfull...
Iron
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.
An empty wall in your home is a blank canvas, and that’s good news. Whether you’ve chosen to arrange a collage of paintings in a hallway or carefully position a handful of wall-mounted sculptures in your dining room, there are a lot of options for beautifying your space with the antique and vintage wall decor and decorations available on 1stDibs.
If you’re seeking inspiration for your wall decor, we’ve got some ideas (and we can show you how to arrange wall art, too).
“I recommend leaving enough space above the piece of furniture to allow for usable workspace and to protect the art from other items damaging it,” says Susana Simonpietri, of Brooklyn home design studio Chango & Co.
Hanging a single attention-grabbing large-scale print or poster over your bar or bar cart can prove intoxicating, but the maximalist approach of a salon-style hang, a practice rooted in 17th-century France, can help showcase works of various shapes, styles and sizes on a single wall or part of a wall.
If you’re planning on creating an accent wall — or just aiming to bring a variety of colors and textures into a bedroom — there is more than one way to decorate with wallpaper. Otherwise, don’t overlook what textiles can introduce to a space. A vintage tapestry can work wonders and will be easy to move when you’ve found that dream apartment in another borough.
Express your taste and personality with the right ornamental touch for the walls of your home or office — find a range of contemporary art, vintage photography, paintings and other wall decor and decorations on 1stDibs now.