Modern Armchairs
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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.
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Style: Modern
Stephen Burks Contemporary Fabric Upholstered and Iron 'Grasso' Armchair for BD
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Stephen Bruks manufactured by BD Barcelona.
An iron tubular (25mm) structured armchair. Seat and backrest upholstered in fabric.
The fabric upholstery oozes ov...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
21st Century Iranja Armchair in Jacquard by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Iranja is a small armchair with compact proportions and a captivating geometric design. The cushion covered in animalier fabric makes the seat comfortable while enriching the decorat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Foam, Fabric, Wood
21st Century Curacao Bergère in Black Fabric by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A dynamic and embracing shape with sinuous lines for the Curaçao Bergère. With four sloping legs with references to the Fifties, it is proposed in different fabrics of the collection...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of ‘A 60 F’ armchairs for Thonet Mundus, Austria 1929
By Thonet
Located in London, GB
With their Bauhaus form this pair of ‘A 60 F’ armchairs by Thonet Mundus epitomise avant-garde design. Their arms and legs connect round to form a soft rectangular form, giving the c...
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cotton, Bentwood
Bold Armchair - Azimut 104
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Celebrating the art of relaxed sophistication, the Bold Armchair is a statement piece that embodies the spirit of modern design. The skillful use of high...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
KGBL Armstrong Armchair
By KGBL
Located in New York, NY
The architectural rigor of the Armstrong Armchair's mechanically fastened, metal frame forms a striking juxtaposition to the generously proportioned, down-filled seat and back cushio...
Category
2010s Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Cross Banded Armchair in Light Brown Corduroy
By Marnois
Located in Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia
Wrapped in a luxurious light brown corduroy and suede upholstery, this armchair is not just a piece of furniture; it’s a statement of sophisticated relaxation.
The light brown cordur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
armchair art. Ines in white leather for living room or restaurant, confortable
By EP Studio
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
The armchair Ines is the excellent italian manufactures.
The frame in solid wood is curved by hand and work with skill.
The padding is soft ,comfortable and at the same time long-las...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Scandinavian grace armchair with stool
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Contemporary Scandinavian grace armchair with stool circa 2004.
Elegant piece of Scandinavian design. Shaped wing back head rest, with buttoned det...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Armchair Large GREEN, seduta ecologica in carta - fatta a mano
Located in Parabita, LE
La scocca della seduta è fatta a mano con l'uso di stampi. Per raggiungere la tenuta meccanica si susseguono varie pose del materiale umido, con successive asciugature. Ad ogni strat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Paper
armchair art. Ines in green leather for living room or restaurant, confortable
By EP Studio
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
The armchair Ines is the excellent italian manufactures.
The frame in solid wood is curved by hand and work with skill.
The padding is soft ,comfortable and at the same time long-las...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Italian Plona armchair by Piretti for Anonima Castelli in leather and steel 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Plona model armchair, folding, with chrome-plated oval aluminum tube frame and original black leather seat.
Circa 1970 production by Anonima Castelli and 1969 design by Giancarlo Pir...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Baba Armchair Salmon-Pink Designed By Chloé Nègre
By Chloé Nègre
Located in PARIS, FR
The Baba armchair was designed and imagined for a residential project in Paris.
Its iconic design was inspired by the floral shapes of 70s furniture.
Th...
Category
2010s European Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cotton
Armchair Large GRAY, seduta ecologica in carta - fatta a mano
Located in Parabita, LE
La scocca della seduta è fatta a mano con l'uso di stampi. Per raggiungere la tenuta meccanica si susseguono varie pose del materiale umido, con successive asciugature. Ad ogni strat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Paper
Armchair Large, seduta ecologica in carta fatta a mano
Located in Parabita, LE
La scocca della seduta è fatta a mano con l'uso di stampi. Per raggiungere la tenuta meccanica si susseguono varie pose del materiale umido, con successive asciugature. Ad ogni strat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Paper
Set of 4 Stools Upholstered in Linen Fabric in Champagne Colored Metallic Feet
Located in Centro, RS
The set of 4 stools is upholstered in fabric like a linen, with champagne-colored metallic feet made of carbon steel. (as the photo in the environment).
We can deliver the set with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Candelaria Contemporary Armchair
By Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
A conversational armchair built by a unique assembly process of three separate elements, with a subtle visual effect intended to create a classic, but infinitely bold piece. Ad Hoc g...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Baba Armchair Designed By Chloé Nègre
By Chloé Nègre
Located in PARIS, FR
The Baba armchair was designed and imagined for a residential project in Paris.
Its iconic design was inspired by the floral shapes of 70s furniture.
Th...
Category
2010s European Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cotton
Century Nancy Corzine Tufted Velvet Upholstered Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
21th Century Nancy Corzine Tufted Velvet Upholstered Armchair. Excellwnt v8ntage condition. Measures 25.5" in width, 26" in depth 39" in height. Seat height is 20". Seat interior wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Hardwood
Set of 6 Oscar Tusquets Mid-Century Modern Black Gaulino Spanish Easy Chairs
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gaulino easy chair designed by Oscar Tusquets manufactured by BD Barcelona Design.
Solid ash lacquered in black with seat in black hide.
Gaulino chair which, designed in 1987, was...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash
Arflex armchair mod. Springtime designed by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous armchair designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex.
A beautiful and functional lightweight armchair perfect for any living room that can be easily moved with its original chrome...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Candelaria Contemporary Armchair
By Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
A conversational armchair built by a unique assembly process of three separate elements, with a subtle visual effect intended to create a classic, but infinitely bold piece. Ad Hoc g...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Armchair chair model Orgone production Cappellini
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Armchair Chair Model Orgone designed by Marc Newson and produced by Cappellini Italia.
Sculpture polypropylene/plastic armchair for indoor or outdoor use. Marc Newson has designed an...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Plastic
Mario Bellini Vintage Chocolate Brown Leather Dining Chairs Cassina 1970s Italy
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Vienna, AT
Mario Bellini vintage set of six dining chairs or armchairs Mod. Cab 413 from high quality leather in chocolate brown color Italy 1970s. Executed by Cassina, 1990s, Italy.
While the ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Bold Love Seat
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Expressing modern design excellence, the Bold Love Seat is a testament to the artistry of luxury living. Decades of design expertise are showcased through an elegant and refined aest...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Mw02 "Pop" design armchair, handmade in France, designed by Olivier Santini
Located in Notre Dame d'Oé, FR
Olivier SANTINI's "MW02 POP" armchair, handmade in France, comes in a signed and numbered edition, MW022212.
The POP model is a modern, unique armchair with a delightfully carefree...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
Italian Modern Red Wood Chair Kazuki by Takahama for Simone Gavina, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Red wood chair mod. Kazuki by Kazuhide Takahama for Simone Gavina, 1960s
Armchair mod. Kazuki in glossy red lacquered wood. The back is...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Italian Contemporary Creamy White Chenille and Wood Armchair
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful armchair upholstered with creamy white chenille, designed and handcrafted by us with structure in solid wood, legs and armrests.
It is an object of high quality and refinem...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chenille, Wood
Bold Armchair - Azimut 100
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Celebrating the art of relaxed sophistication, the Bold Armchair is a statement piece that embodies the spirit of modern design. The skillful use of high...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Bold Armchair - Karakorum 003 by Dedar
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Celebrating the art of relaxed sophistication, the Bold Armchair is a statement piece that embodies the spirit of modern design. The skillful use of high-quality materials, combined ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
NEW armchair in black fabric. By Legame Italia
Located in Pistoia, IT
The Di Nuovo armchair echoes the characteristic lines of 1970s design; it has an abundant and generous shape, with a wide seat and high back.
The name in Italian is meant for what this furniture represents to designer Ricardo Antonio, an armchair that welcomes us like a hug. 'Again' every moment, as if it were the first time.
Di Nuovo line includes sofa and armchair.
It can be upholstered in fabric in the range offered by Legame Italia...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Mw04 "J'adore" design chair by Olivier Santini and Leah Kirsch, made in France
By MW Exclusive
Located in Notre Dame d'Oé, FR
The MW04 "J'adore" chair (identification number MW042305) is limited to 20 pieces worldwide. It is the result of a collaboration between Olivier SANTINI, the designer of MOJOW...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
Bold Armchair - Anouk 100
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Celebrating the art of relaxed sophistication, the Bold Armchair is a statement piece that embodies the spirit of modern design. The skillful use of high...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Bar Cabinet Carmen, Special Edition (Centinelas), Contemporary Mexican Design
Located in Mexico City, MX
Carmen is a bartender, a storage cabinet with a functional design. Inside, it has a pair of drawers for storing objects, space for bottles, compartments for glasses and a cup holder...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Le Stelle armchair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1974.
Located in Athens, Attiki
Le Stelle armchair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1974.
Awards:Moma, Design Study Collection,New York.
Elastic membranes, polyurethane cartilage, straps. Muscles flexed by a light ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Bold Armchair - Anouk 105
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Celebrating the art of relaxed sophistication, the Bold Armchair is a statement piece that embodies the spirit of modern design. The skillful use of high...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Bold Armchair - Anouk 304
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Celebrating the art of relaxed sophistication, the Bold Armchair is a statement piece that embodies the spirit of modern design. The skillful use of high...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
DS-60 Armchair by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-60 armchair by De Sede
Designer: Gordon Guillaumier
Dimensions: D 54 x W 74 x H 76 cm
Materials: Metal frame. Seat with belted suspension
Fixed upholstery and armrest in leather
S...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Bold Armchair
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Celebrating the art of relaxed sophistication, the Bold Armchair is a statement piece that embodies the spirit of modern design. The skillful use of high...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Italian modern armchair Proust by Alessandro Mendini for Cappellini, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern armchair Proust by Alessandro Mendini for Cappellini, 1990s
Armchair mod. Proust with fabric and hand-painted wood. The pattern of the fabric and the decoration on the...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Chauffeuse d'angle Togo "peau de pêche" par Michel Ducaroy pour Ligne Roset
Located in SAINT-ESTÈVE, FR
Très belle chauffeuse d'angle, modèle Togo, créée par Michel Ducaroy pour Ligne Roset dans les années 70. Modèle en "peau de pêche" datant du début des a...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Mario Bellini "Forma" Cantilever Armchair for Vitra, Italy 1990s
Located in Budapest, HU
The now historic story goes:
“About 20 years ago Rolf Fehlbaum, the Chairman of Vitra, called me up and said: The things we’re making are too boring. We want to change that, and you...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Six Chairs with a Pair of 20th Century Italian Armchairs
Located in Madrid, ES
Six Chairs with a Pair of 20th Century Italian Armchairs
SIX CHAIRS
in walnut with Italian vintage white fabric h 95.5 x 45 x 45cm
PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS
in walnut with Italian vintage ...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Armchair Interview by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltrona Frau, Italy 1989
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
By Poltrona Frau the "Intervista" model designed by Massimo and Lella Vignelli in 1989 , which originated as a television studio armchair. Proposed here in a beautiful brick orange c...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Candelaria Contemporary Loveseat
By Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
A conversational loveseat built by a unique assembly process of three separate elements, with a subtle visual effect intended to create a classic, but infinitely bold piece. Ad Hoc g...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Leather
Modern Italian armchairs, brown leather and chrome-plated steel, Cassina ca. 1970.
By Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian and modern period armchairs in brown leather and chrome-plated steel, produced by Cassina ca. 1970.
Pair of brown leather office or desk armchairs with chrome-plated steel ar...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Candelaria Contemporary Armchair
By Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
A conversational armchair built by a unique assembly process of three separate elements, with a subtle visual effect intended to create a classic, but infinitely bold piece. Ad Hoc g...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Leather
Natural Oak Arm Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a luxe, lounge-like aesthetic, this statement-maker exemplifies a unity of materiality, form and function. An upholstered no-sag foam seat and backrest.
With a pillared Natural...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Candelaria Contemporary Sofa
By Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
A conversational loveseat built by a unique assembly process of three separate elements, with a subtle visual effect intended to create a classic, but infinitely bold piece. Ad Hoc g...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Leather
Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel, Bouclé Leather, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Caju lounge chair stands as a trendy furniture piece that personifies the orga...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Lounge Chair by František Jirák for Tatra Nábytok Pravenec
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Lounge chair by František Jirák for Tatra Nábytok Pravenec in 1960s. Armchair is professionally stained and repolished with new fabric.
Category
1960s Slovak Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Vintage LC2 Corbusier Armchairs
By Le Corbusier
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage LC2 Corbusier armchairs.
Original leather and chrome frame.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Digamma by Ignazio Gardella, Set of 2 with 2 Pouf
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Designed by Ignazio Gardella in 1957, the Digamma armchair is a comfortable chair rooted in the tradition of late Italian modernism.
Its rational structure features two geometric sec...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Black Goatskin Altay Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Goatskin Altay armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Materials: Black lacquered solid beech structure. Seat covered with black Mongolian goatskin.
Technique: Lacquered and stained wood...
Category
2010s French Modern Armchairs
Materials
Goatskin, Goat Hair, Beech
Pair of guillerme et chambron oak armchairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A large pair of oak arm chairs "Romeo" by Guillerme et chambray edition votre maison
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Coalesse Bob Lounge Leather Armchairs Pair, Exclusive by Pearson Lloyd
By Coalesse
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of RRP £5500 Coalesse Bob lounge armchairs with adjustable head rests designed by Pearson Lloyd
A...
Category
20th Century English Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Hayche Abrazo Armchair - Brown, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Abrazo Armchair, translating to "Hug" in Spanish, embodies a design that lightly envelops the user. Crafted with a powder-coated metal frame and fire-retardant foam and fabric, i...
Category
2010s European Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Hayche Abrazo Armchair - Green, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Abrazo Armchair, translating to "Hug" in Spanish, embodies a design that lightly envelops the user. Crafted with a powder-coated metal frame and fire-retardant foam and fabric, i...
Category
2010s European Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Modern armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Finn Juhl, De Sede, Jaime Hayon, and Philippe Starck. 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 armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $139 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $4,833.
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