Background

When looking at the history of design, the 20th century is arguably one of the most fascinating eras. So many disruptions, so many strokes of genius… It’s not just that theoreticians in Dessau were redefining the contours of design practices — form follows function — but that, across Europe, creatives were rethinking the way we inhabit space and the furniture pieces we live with. They were experimenting with new materials and the possibilities offered by industrialization and streamlined production. They were reconciling the sophistication of applied arts with simpler, more modest forms. These architects and designers were working for the next century, delivering the iconic creations we’ve come to love and collect today, in the new 21st century. As design enthusiasts and connoisseurs, we appreciate these works because they carry a piece of history: that of the mind who conceived them, and that of our shared culture.

Showstoppers

We call “Design Classics” those respected, enduring furniture pieces that inhabit our imaginary and our homes. They span well-known styles from the 20th century, including Art Deco, Bauhaus, mid-century modern, postmodern, Scandinavian, and more. With a curation that is always renewed, connoisseurs and collectors will find a variety of sought-after designs in mint conditions. Whether it’s a rare pair of 1920s armchairs, a 1940s easy chair, or a Scandinavian masterpiece, you can find here the missing piece to complete any distinctive décor. Here is a fragment of history, ready to enter its next chapter in your home.