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Modern Loveseats

MODERN STYLE

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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.

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Style: Modern
Modern Settee with Cream & Tan Textured Upholstery and Dark Wood by Sheffield
Located in Middleburg, VA
Modern Settee with Cream & Tan Textured Upholstery and Dark Wood by Sheffield Furniture and Interiors. Carved details on arms and nailhead accents ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Waxed Walnut Leather & Blackened Steel Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category

2010s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Suelo Modern Loveseat
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo modern loveseat is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfo...
Category

2010s North American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Hardwood

Giovannetti, Modern 2000s Fabric Sofa by S. Giobbi, Red "Re Sole"
Located in Casalguidi, IT
Re Sole sofa series pays tribute to the star that gives life to everything, that illuminates and marks the days, bringing joy with its rays and its pleasant li...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Josef Hoffman Attributed Black Leather Sofa Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic modern sofa or settee attributed to Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, Austria. The geometric cube motif sofa features soft black leather seating surfaces fitted like a fine Itali...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Wood

Monumental Pair of Fiberglass 'Jennifer' Lounge Chairs by Michael Taylor, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
So many incredible aspects to this pair of monumentally sized 'Jennifer' lounge chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970s, we will attempt to list them all in this description. First, and most noticeably, is the size. They are huge, humungous, monumental, enormous... I mean, they are incredibly large. You can easily fit two people and a dog in a single chair and have room to cuddle, snuggle, hang-out, watch a movie, have drinks in an intimate setting, or even fall asleep comfortably cradled. It's not just how wide they are but also the depth also provides a dramatic increase in overall 'lounging' footprint of the chairs. These chairs are so large, they shouldn't even be called chairs, they are somewhere between a loveseat and a daybed - perhaps they should be called lovebeds instead? The second thing that we absolutely love about these chairs is its design history. The Jennifer chair is one of Michael's earliest designs. Michael designed it for actress Jennifer Jones (Mrs. Norton Simon), she asked him for a chair that she could curl her legs in and relax and this monumental chair...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Black Wool and Antique Nickel Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category

2010s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Fiberglass Loveseat w Pierre Cardin Fabric by Tue Poulsen for Domus Danica, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This very rare fiberglass loveseat sofa is by Tue Poulsen for Domus Danica, circa 1970, and is one of approximately 80 pieces within a collection of fiberglass furniture that were produced for a design exhibition at the Bella Center in Copenhagen Denmark. The cushions have been newly upholstered in dead stock (never used vintage) Pierre Cardin fabric. This settee sofa, also referred to as a double lounge chair, was accompanied with other living room furniture for this collection which included a lounge chair, sofa, chaise lounge and tables. The voluptuous shapes were created in Poulsen's ceramic workshop, and pays homage to the ceramicists skills and vision in his tenured career as a sculptor and artist. Included in the photo gallery is a photo of Tue Poulsen with a chair example of the same design. In the same photo is documentation of the chair design and production photos when the chair was originally conceptualized and created, provided by Tue Poulsen to dealer/collector 'Deerstedt' (photo credit also to 'Deerstedt'). This rare space age fiberglass love seat...
Category

1970s Danish Vintage Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Niemeyer II Two Seat Sofa, Oak & COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer II sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind. The rounded lines of the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Modern Patio Furniture, Suelo Slatted Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Patio Furniture - Suelo Slatted Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This sofas's silhouette is simple, modern, and slee...
Category

2010s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Mahogany

Quiete Solid Wood Armchair, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quiete sofa and armchair are born from the union of refined Italian design and skilled craftsmanship. Made in Italy by expert hands with passion, the structure is in premium soli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Hand Tailored Fringes 2-Seat Sofa in Antique Pink Velvet
Located in New York, NY
The handmade sofa draws on the signature Franjas fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Silk, Trimming

Buffalo Leather Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll, c. 1988, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This phenomenal buffalo leather three-seat sofa is by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll International (designed in 1988) and signed with Knoll decking fabric and Knoll Made in Ital...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Loveseats

Materials

Aluminum

Hand-Carved Massive Oak Outdoor Sofa with Rounded Armrests and Oversized Cushion
Located in Cairo, EG
Hand-carved massive oak outdoor sofa with rounded armrests and oversized cushion. If the feeling of elation were a tangible item, it would be this o...
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Modern Patio Furniture, Suelo Slatted Loveseat
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Contact us for designer/trade pricing. This Modern Patio Furniture - Suelo Slatted Loveseat is beautifully constructed in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is ...
Category

2010s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Mahogany

Kartell Cara Chair Rusty Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industria...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Beautiful Saccaro Velvet Love Seat with Walnut Trim, 21st Century
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Saccaro velvet loveseat with walnut trim. Saccaro produces high end designer furniture from Brazil's top furniture designers.
Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Foz 3 Seat Sofa, Bouclé & Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Foz is a grand sofa that gathers surprising details of a beach located in Porto, in the north of Portugal. Designed in layers, the contour of the sofa is an ode to the sea waves t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats

Materials

Brass

21st Century Modern Handcrafted African Chair
Located in Cape Town, WC
This piece is made with a single piece of wood. The wood is burned then brushed with a steel brush before being sealed with wax. The wood is hand carved and the bronze is handmade to...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loveseats

Materials

Bronze

Regina Loveseat, Handcrafted Diamond Tufted Wool Upholstered Loveseat
Located in Stevenson, WA
The Regina Loveseat is a handcrafted, modern contemporary loveseat with a solid wood frame that cradles a simple curved laminated plywood shell, hidden under layers of foam and traditional diamond...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Hardwood, Upholstery

Kartell Cara Mat Chair Black Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cara is the living room armchair which combines the rigour of classic lines and the comfort of the seat, characterised by the large, high cushion which offers maximum comfort. Cara ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Armchair Ursa by WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
Not boring armchair. Ursa shows minimalist, bold design with no straight lines. Cool enough to become a favorite corner at home. Materials: Plywood frame, polyurethane foam and ...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Inflated Steel Furniture Set by Robert Anderson
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Im pleased to offer this great set of inflated metal furniture by Robert Anderson. This set was purchased from Robert in 2000. This wild set consisting ...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Soy Una Roca, Sculptural Concrete Seat by OPIARY
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. Soy Una Roca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loveseats

Materials

Concrete

Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Blue Orange
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an or...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Frigerio Salotti Modell Cooper Loveseat Armchair Leather Chair Cognac
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Frigerio leather armchair Modell Cooper that is also a loveseat. The sizes of this Modell Cooper is medium with depth of 103 cm. Featuring maximum softness, the Cooper armchair...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Colima Steel and Upholstery Sofa
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Colima Sofa emphasizes function with its basic geometry. It is made up of a steel structure skeleton with electrostatic painting and twisted paper cord fabric that adds comfort, ...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Pop Duo Missoni Armchair by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop is the modular sofa with double cushion on the seat and armrests, making it soft, enveloping and even more comfortable. The armchair is also enhanced with side cushions, giving...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Contemporary Isabella Sofa in Designers Guild Kingfisher Velvet with Walnut Legs
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
An elegant addition to the Isabella range, this Occasional Sofa is perfect for intimate conversation or soulful contemplation. Shown here upholstered i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Loveseats

Materials

Walnut

Rotterdam Stool Giovanni Tomasini Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva1
Located in Cantù, IT
Stool made of a single block of scented cedar with an original design being a tribute to the cubic houses of the Dutch architect Piet Blom.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Pop Missoni Sofa 3 Seats by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop is the modular sofa with double cushion on the seat and armrests, making it soft, enveloping and even more comfortable. The armchair is also enhanced with side cushions, giving...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Quiete Solid Wood Armchair, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quiete sofa and armchair are born from the union of refined Italian design and skilled craftsmanship. Made in Italy by expert hands with passion, the structure is in premium soli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Walnut, Textile

Pop Missoni Sofa by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop is the modular sofa with double cushion on the seat and armrests, making it soft, enveloping and even more comfortable. The armchair is also enhanced with side cushions, giving...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Contemporary Grey Upholstered Sofa, Stay Sofa by Nika Zupanc for Se
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary ivory upholstered grey sofa - Stay Sofa by Nika Zupanc for Se. Design: Nika Zupanc Frame upholstered in Holland & Sherry Chamonix (Color Smo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in White by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Quiete Solid Wood Sofa, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary Design
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quiete sofa and armchair are born from the union of refined Italian design and skilled craftsmanship. Made in Italy by expert hands with passion, the structure is in premium soli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Kartell Cara Chair Black Antracite by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industria...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Pure Bench Matteo Thun Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva 1920
Located in Cantù, IT
Bench made from a single block of scented cedar. Distinguished by its minimalist and extremely natural design. Rests on feet made from the same wood.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Gervasoni Ghost 09 Love Seat in White Linen Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchairs of the Ghost family have backrests with different heights and seats of various sizes, have a thin, minimal structure padded with polyurethane foam and loose cushions in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Ikon White by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella White by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Vintage Wicker Sofa Loveseat with Matching Chair and Ottoman
Located in Sheffield, MA
Contemporary white washed wicker sofa/loveseat with matching lounging armchair and ottoman. Great for porch, patio or garden room. Armchair measures: 34 x 33 x 30 inches. Rattan, s...
Category

20th Century American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wicker

Suelo Modern Platform Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern platform sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortab...
Category

2010s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Hardwood

Quiete Solid Wood Armchair, Walnut Hand-Made Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quiete sofa and armchair are born from the union of refined Italian design and skilled craftsmanship. Made in Italy by expert hands with passion, the structure is in premium soli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Ikon Orange by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Momento Solid Wood Armchair, Walnut Hand-Made Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Momento rocking chair grants relax without sacrificing aesthetics. A classic reinterpreted in a contemporary design combining style and craftsmanship. Fully Made in Italy, the st...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon White by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Dove by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Ecru by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Quiete Solid Wood Sofa, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quiete sofa and armchair are born from the union of refined Italian design and skilled craftsmanship. Made in Italy by expert hands with passion, the structure is in premium soli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Century Furniture Contemporary Loveseat Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Century Furniture contemporary loveseat sofa This sofa measures: 79 wide x 36 deep x 36 inches high, with a seat height of 21 and arm height of...
Category

2010s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Orange by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Dove by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Dove by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ecru by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Blue by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Heavily Pebbled Black Leather & Blackened Steel Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category

2010s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Kartell Cara Chair Ivory Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industria...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Modern loveseats for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern loveseats for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage loveseats created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern loveseats made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original loveseats, popular names associated with this style include Kartell, Kenneth Cobonpue, Philippe Starck, and Paulo Kobylka. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for loveseats differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $895 and tops out at $87,798 while the average work can sell for $5,392.

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