Minimalist Tables
A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Wood
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Wood
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Walnut
2010s Minimalist Tables
Copper
2010s American Minimalist Tables
Steel
1950s Vintage Minimalist Tables
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1920s Vintage Minimalist Tables
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Wood, Poplar, Burl
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Lacquer
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Lacquer
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Oak, Walnut
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Wood
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Burl, Poplar
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Lacquer
2010s Italian Minimalist Tables
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Tables
Hardwood
2010s American Minimalist Tables
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Hardwood
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Tables
Glass
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Walnut
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Marble
2010s South African Minimalist Tables
Travertine
2010s African Minimalist Tables
Travertine
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Tables
Wood
2010s Argentine Minimalist Tables
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Tables
Marble, Travertine
2010s Italian Minimalist Tables
Birch, Walnut, Plywood
2010s American Minimalist Tables
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Minimalist Tables
Birch, Oak, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Travertine
2010s Chinese Minimalist Tables
Leather, Oak
2010s Chinese Minimalist Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Tables
Marble
1970s French Vintage Minimalist Tables
Chrome, Steel
Early 2000s American Minimalist Tables
Walnut
1960s Belgian Vintage Minimalist Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Tables
Limestone
2010s Italian Minimalist Tables
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Smoked Glass
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Resin, Fiberglass
1950s Vintage Minimalist Tables
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1970s American Vintage Minimalist Tables
Stainless Steel
1950s Vintage Minimalist Tables
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
2010s Belgian Minimalist Tables
Concrete, Cement, Composition, Limestone
2010s Belgian Minimalist Tables
Concrete, Cement, Composition, Limestone
2010s Belgian Minimalist Tables
Concrete, Cement, Composition, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Tables
Limestone
1960s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Tables
Elm
1930s Indonesian Vintage Minimalist Tables
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Wood, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Tables
Wood, Maple
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