The best ... classic modern designs

Nakashima Straight-Backed Chair

First crafted by modernist George Nakashima 60 years ago, this chair has been rereleased by Knoll in solid walnut with hickory spindles. Price: $650 Contact: Dwr.com

Source: Metropolis

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Alessi wire baskets

These stainless-steel baskets have been reproduced using the same tools and molds as the company’s 1950s originals.

Contact: Momastore.org Price: $85 for round; $110 for rectangular

Source: The New York Times

X-frame Glass Top table

This table, designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1958, has a hand-carved cherry base that conjures “sea-urchin spines or forked plant stalks.”

Price: $17,500 Contact: Artek.fi

Source: I.D.

Eva Zeisel’s Classic Century collection

Crate and Barrel has resurrected many of the items from Eva Zeisel’s 1952 dishware line, which display the designer’s penchant for sculptural forms, including these teardrop-shaped salt and pepper shakers.

Price: $38.95 Contact: Crateandbarrel.com

Source: Dwell

Jens Risom A-Chair for Ralph Pucci

This armchair, conceived in 1960 by Danish designer Risom, evokes the era in which it was first made with sensual curves and a “tangy” color.

Price: $6,390 Contact: Ralphpucci.net

Source: Town & Country