Modern Seating
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Arches Dining Chair, Walnut & Tan, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Chair Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2021
Honorable Mention at the European Product Design Awards 2021
The Arches dining chair is designed in the like...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Conchula Armchair Set of 2, Swivel, Italian MOHAIR, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Conchula Swivel Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Conchula swivel lounge chair is a room-defining fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Dedar Jacquard, Brass, Handmade Portugal By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
T50 Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the T50 lounge chair pays homage to the retro design of the 1950s, a period when interior design expressed the optimism of the post-war era. Reflecting a time characterized by creativity and a focus on functionality, T50 ensures unparalleled comfort within a sophisticated design. Combining style and function, this lounge chair incorporates key details of mid-century modern design without compromising its suitability for today’s modern interiors.
T50 Lounge Chair Material Codes
ME032 Oxidized brass; matt finish
Dedar Tiger Mountain Fabric...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Black Leather Sofa by COR, Germany
By COR
Located in Miami, FL
Black Leather Sofa by COR, made in Germany. Great quality.
Category
1990s German Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Bertu Arm Chair, Modern Mondo Arm Chair, Maple
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Mondo Arm Chair in Maple is beautifully constructed from solid wood and veneer in Ohio, USA. The chair's silhouette is low, simple, and modern with comfortable reversible back a...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Maple
Customizable Walnut Finish and Grey Bouclé Accent Armchair– Fane Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Fane armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with walnut finish and grey bouclé fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Fane armchair blends timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Bertu Sofa, Mondo Modern Sofa, Maple
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Maple Mondo Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood and veneer in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is low, simple, and modern with comfo...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Maple
Sculptural Modern Oil Rubbed Bronze and Fabric Bench by Costantini, Elia
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Elia Bench by Costantini features a metal frame and upholstered seat. Available as shown or in custom sizes and shapes and the fabric or leather of your choice. Additionally, th...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Double Arch Dining Chair, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in Arches National Park in Utah, USA, Double Arch is a grand natural formation which results from an underground sandstone pocket where water and wind erosion gradually sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Anthracite Black Leather Coupe Sofa
Located in London, GB
A very bold and unusual anthracite black leather coupe sofa by Kai Kristiansen for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, circa 1970's.
A solid statement design.
Soft anthracite leather with feathe...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi Set of Six 'Sapporo' Dining Chairs, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
The highly acclaimed and superbly crafted 'Sapporo' dining chairs, designed by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, Italy, circa 1970. These chairs are made from Italian walnut with a stun...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
21st Century Modern Small Armchair in Cotton Velvet with Solid Oak Armrests
Located in Milan, IT
It’s the younger sister of our homonymous armchair and while it shares the same aesthetic and constructive principles it introduces two new elements to the formal language of the Got...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Arms, Chile Stool
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern with a comfortable cushion in the thick weave fabric color of your choice. Sleek black metal rods complete the frame for stability, function, and aesthetic. We offer these counter stools in dining seat height or bar height as well. These can be made for outdoor use as well, or other indoor woods. We absolutely love this one! Price is per stool.
specs
Period/Model: New; Modern
Specs: White Oak, Natural Commercial Grade Finish
Customizable: Yes! It's what we do :)
dimensions
H: 33"
W: 18.5"
D: 19"
Seat H: 24"
SKU: Bertu Counter Stools...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Double Back Designer Sofa Upholstered In Boucle Fabric
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is characterized by its upholstered design and features a double back. The upholstery provides a comfortable and soft seating surface, while the double back suggests added ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Bouclé
The Laziness Armchair in Brazilian Solid Wood with a rocking footstool
Located in São Paulo, SP
Laziness is a laid-back and spacious rocking armchair, crafted for sitting/lying down and unwinding. The low seat height from the ground draws inspiration from Japanese rocking chairs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Wood, Hardwood
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Double Arch Dining Chair, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in Arches National Park in Utah, USA, Double Arch is a grand natural formation which results from an underground sandstone pocket where water and wind erosion gradually sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, White Bouclé, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Dining Chair Balance by WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
Dining chair Balance invites you to experience the balance that we all seek in life.
This designer chair draws inspiration from the art of rock balancing, where natural stones are ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Conchula Armchair Set of 2, Swivel, Italian MOHAIR, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Conchula Swivel Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Conchula swivel lounge chair is a room-defining fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Collector Core Bar Chair in OAK
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
The Core Bar Chair blends architectural rigor with sculptural softness. With its strong, geometric oak frame and gently curved upholstered backrest, it offers both structure and comf...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Modern Black Leather Modular Sectional Tappo Sofa by John Mascheroni for Vecta
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Modern black leather 6-piece modular sectional Tappo sofa by John Mascheroni for Vecta Contract. It retains its original tags. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, all of the leather has been cleaned & reconditioned but there is a small poke or indention (not a hole) on one back, a couple of seats have some crazing in the leather, & the leather shows signs of age-related use in places. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Design 1973. Production, 1986.
Is there anything more BEAUTIFUL than black leather?? Well, actually… NO!! ESPECIALLY when it’s wrapped around an INCREDIBLE vintage modular sectional Tappo sofa by John Mascheroni for Vecta!!! That’s right!!!!! This is a wonderful black leather modular sectional Tappo sofa by John Mascheroni for Vecta Contract composed of 6 pieces including 2 wedges and 4 straight pieces. It was originally designed in 1973 by John Mascheroni where it won “Best New Seating” design… and after you experience its luscious leather foam filled cushions and low profile, ergonomically pleasing composition… it’s EASY to see how it won that award!!! And talk about versatility OVERLOAD!!! It is VERY modular. We have photographed it in a couple of different setups ideal for a fantastic seating situation in your living or family room, sitting area, or maybe your entertainment room. Group it with a gorgeous chaise lounge, marvelous coffee table, a gorgeous pair of end tables, a fabulous accent or side table, or all the above!!! Comfort, versatility, spectacular style, and it’s BURSTING with an unmeasurable Modern MAGNIFICENCE you are sure to ADORE for years to come!!!
John Mascheroni was born in 1932 and has been designing furniture since he began his working career. He studied Industrial Design at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York and he worked at his father’s furniture factory where he learned to create reproductions of European antiques. Eventually he opened his own design practice with a showroom in New York’s elite D & D Building. He had many influences over the years including Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobson, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Mies van der Rohe, & Jean-Michel Frank but stated that he was most influenced by Charles & Ray Eames & George Nelson and their awareness of the human body and the ability to design furnishings ergonomically appropriate. His famed 1966 design of the “Tubo Table” is in a collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. Today he is a spirited 90 years old and has been working with Lazar Furniture...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Set Of 8 Dining Chairs With Semi Upholstered Seat & Back In Walnut Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This stylish chair combines the warmth and durability of solid ash wood with the comfort of upholstery. The seat and backrest are half upholstered, creating a unique and visually app...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
A Set of 3 MODERNIST BAUHAUS Desk CHAIRS by RENE HERBST, France 1930
By René Herbst
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional museum set of 3 radical desk chairs, Modernist, Bauhaus, Constructivist, early modern creatins in the purest Bauhaus spirit featuring a President chair...
Category
1920s French Vintage Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Bouclé Dining Chair with Pedestal Base-Set Of 8 Chairs White Bouclé
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural blend of form and function, this contemporary dining chair exudes elegance with its soft curves and refined silhouette. Upholstered in a range of bouclé fabric colors.
...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Double Arch Dining Chair, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in Arches National Park in Utah, USA, Double Arch is a grand natural formation which results from an underground sandstone pocket where water and wind erosion gradually sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Nazaré Daybed
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
NAZARÉ DAYBED, designed in 2024.
The Nazaré Daybed is crafted from solid walnut and has a removable cushion. The legs have a hand-carved detailed wave texture giving the piece it's ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
1980s Cognac Leather Piumotto 3 Seat Sofa by Arrigo Arrigoni for Busnelli 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful cognac leather 3 seater sofa designed by Italian architect Arrigo Arrigoni for Busnelli, 1980s. The cushions are filled with low-density foam, ensuring an ultra-soft and lo...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Vintage Studio Made Forged Iron Artisanal Bench
Located in Roanoke, VA
A unique studio made bench that feels like a piece of art itself. Beautifully crafted with forged iron detail along the top as well as the interesting shaped legs. The bench features...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Verellen Slip-covered Black Linen Sofa
Located in Nashville, TN
Verellen sofa with black linen slip cover. Used extremely minimally for a design project. Two minor imperfections on front of slipcover with one minor spot that can be removed, shown...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Linen
Modern Minho Chaise Lounge, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Chaise Longue, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Contemporary Sofa 'Femme Deep' 3-Seater by Friends&Founders in White Linen
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary and minimalist sofa named 'FEMME' signed by Danish design studio Friends&Founders
Model shown on main image:
- 3 seater: 255cm
- depth: 85 cm
- fabric: Chalet by Astri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood
Zanotta Maggiolina Lounge Chair in Cream Leather & Steel Frame by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso, Zanotta
Located in Miami, FL
One Maggiolina lounge chair with ottoman designed Marco Zanuso in 1947, steel frame, cowhide sling, goose down, cream leather upholstery.
Made in Italy by Zanotta
We have two sets av...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Sense Accent Chair, Armchair Sapele Wood, Bouclé, Brass, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sense Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Sense lounge chair embodies the essence of slow living, designed to encourage a paus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Palizzata Briccola Wood Bench Featuring a Zig-Zag Backrest
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Palizzata designed by Michele De Lucchi for Riva 1920 is a bench entirely made of solid Briccola wood. It is distinguished by the ziz-zag shape of the backrest which defines the seat...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Bertu Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. The...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Mah Jong Ten Piece Living Landscape by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois France
Located in Dronten, NL
Large living room set by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois, called the "Mah Jong" sectional sofa.
Included in this set are 10 pieces in total which include 6 square seat cushions (which ...
Category
2010s French Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Tabei lounge chair by Crump and Kwash in Corduroy
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Tabei Lounge Chair by Crump and Kwash
Graded or COM upholstery / plywood construction / premium cushioning / down envelope
37”w x 34”d x 31”h (17” seat height) (27" arm height)
...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Modern Low Chair Hello in Dedar Tiger Mountain fauve jacquard velvet by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
HELLO Low chair, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually striking and emotionally appealing design. Its round organic shapes exude playfulness yet sophisticati...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Retro Roll Arm Sofa in Maharam Velvet
Located in Nyack, NY
Our retro take on a roll arm sofa. Cylindrical arms, a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop an ultra-thin deck elevated on cylindrical steel legs to create a sleek, retr...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Customizable Walnut Finish Dining Chair in Beige Fabric - Nowe Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Nowe customizable dining chair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with walnut finish and beige fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Nowe dining chair exud...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Oval Cocktail Ottoman Rolling Tufted
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Category
1990s Modern Seating
Materials
Cotton
Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In Soft Alpaca Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the illusion of seamlessly fitting into a 90-degree corner and making any room feel cozy. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Piero Lissoni for Cassina Mex Cube 271 3-Seater Sofa in Elmosoft Saddle Brown
By Cassina, Piero Lissoni
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare and illusive Mex Cube 271 extra wide three-seater sofa, down-filled cushions, completely reupholstered in Elmo-soft Saddle Brown leather. Designed and went into production by ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Ekornes Stressless Recliner White Lounge Chair + Ottoman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Scandinavian Modern Ekornes Stressless Lounge Chair White + Ottoman
Chair 39.5 h x 31.5 w x 26 d seat arm 21.5h seat h 16.5
Ottoman 16.5 h 22 w x 15 d
Original preo...
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Eto Bench in Coral cotton velvet with upholstered legs, scroll arms
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Eto Bench is a new addition to our collection to compliment our elegant Eto range. This piece is idyllic as an end-of-bed bench or hallway statement piece. Simple and beautifully...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Navy Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, The Twins curved sofa and day bed shar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Velvet
Handcrafted Italian Dining Armchairs In Leather, Set of 6
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This armchair is well-regarded piece, known for its elegant, minimalist design with a blend of high-quality leather and metal. crafted from steel and leather of very high resistance ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Modern Laurence Dining Chair, DEDAR Beige Chenille, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Laurence dining chair is an arti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Chenille, Linen
Modern Sofa Hello in Dedar Tiger Mountain jacquard velvet by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
A three-seater HELLO sofa aims to create a playful, inviting atmosphere and add a stylish statement to any space. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually strik...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
Multi-Functional Sofa with Walnut Frame and Built-In Storage
By Wewood
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Crafted from premium materials, this sofa offers both comfort and functionality with its surrounding wooden frame doubling as a bookshelf or room divider, showcasing exquisite crafts...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Handcrafted Large Sawtooth Oak Bench
By Loose Fit
Located in London, GB
Large Sawtooth Bench in European oak.
Handcrafted in solid English oak this bench has an elegant, imposing and robust design.
The solid seat has a very bold sawtooth relief cut into it, and features precisely hand cut, wedged mortise and tenon joints. Finished in Danish oil for a durable protection.
It has a shelf beneath that can be used as extra storage space, ideal for books or shoes.
Also available in white oak and to custom dimensions.
Please contact us for any further information and international shipping.
James designs and makes furniture to be fun to live with, while being sensitive to the demands of natural timber. He takes design inspiration from a wide range of sources, from English pub furniture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Mirage Sofa in Copper Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic Couch
Located in New York, NY
Mirage Sofa by Alexandre Ligios
Aliénor fabric base, Copper cushion upholstery.
118" W x 43.3" D x 36" H (Seat Height: 15.7")
The Mirage sofa captivates with its enveloping lines ...
Category
2010s Moroccan Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
French Vintage Reclining Armchair & Ottoman
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic mid-20th century modern “L’Extensif” adjustable, reclining armchair with matching footstool. Through a series of carefully-placed spring coils, the chair easily glides into a relaxed position by gentle pressure, forcing the seat forward and the back into recline for your comfort. The chair frame exhibits touches of Art Deco influence with clean and geometric angles, constructed of solid oak in a wonderful mahogany tone, complementing the salmon-pink velvet upholstery. A small matching footstool/ottoman makes a perfect companion to put up one’s feet, making this vintage recliner...
Category
20th Century French Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Modern One Arm Slipper Sofa in Velvet
Located in Wichita, KS
This beautiful one arm slipper sofa is upholstered in blush pink velvet and is made by Lee industries. its scale is modern and its lines are soft and curved. The sofa is made by Le...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Timothy Oulton Soho Tufted U-Shaped Sectional Chaise Sofa 16 Ft.
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand three piece U-shaped sectional chaise lounge sofa designed by Timothy Oulton for Restoration Hardware measuring over 16 feet long. The Soho sofa features all-over button tuftin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Modern Sofa Hello in Dedar Tiger Beat off-white jacquard velvet by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
A three-seater HELLO sofa aims to create a playful, inviting atmosphere and add a stylish statement to any space. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually strik...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
2000s Accupunto Lounge Chairs by Yos & L. Theosabrata, Set of 2 in Gray, Awarded
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautiful and funky set of 2 large lounge chairs of the ''Slim Collection'' by Yos und Leonard Theosabrata of Indonesia.
A generously sized tubular stainless steel frame holds the li...
Category
Early 2000s Indonesian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Piero Lissoni for Cassina Mex Cube 271 Sectional Sofa in Elmosoft Saddle Brown
By Piero Lissoni, Cassina
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare and illusive Mex Cube 271 extra wide sectional, down-filled cushions, completely reupholstered in Elmo-soft Saddle Brown leather. Designed and went into production by Cassina ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Modern Dining Chair Hello in Dedar Tiger Beat brown jacquard velvet by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
HELLO chair, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually striking and emotionally appealing design. Its round organic shapes exude playfulness yet sophistication, ...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur
Vintage Arhaus Cambridge Collection Tufted Paisley Upholstered Sofa Couch 97"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Arhaus Cambridge Collection sofa or couch featuring a tufted paisley upholstery and rolled arms. Includes four throw pillows.
97" x 39" x 46" / Seat Height - 21" (Width x ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Modern Coast Modular Sofa, Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Coast Modular Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Coast modular sofa was designed to bring a sense of calm and serenity, inviting you ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Sofa 'Femme Modular' 5-Seater in Beige Fabric by Friends&Founders
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary and minimalist sofa named 'FEMME. Modular' signed by Danish design studio Friends&Founders
Model shown on main image:
- 5 seater: 425 cm
- depth: 85 cm
- fabric: Axel ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood
Arches Dining Chair, Twist & Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Chair Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2021
Honorable Mention at the European Product Design Awards 2021
The Arches dining chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Retro Roll Arm Sofa in Kvadrat Vanir
Located in Nyack, NY
Our retro take on a roll arm sofa. Cylindrical arms, a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop an ultra-thin deck elevated on cylindrical steel legs to create a sleek, retr...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Dining Chair Balance by WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
Dining chair Balance invites you to experience the balance that we all seek in life.
This designer chair draws inspiration from the art of rock balancing, where natural stones are ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of "Fringe" Slipper Chairs made in Italy by Gamma Arredamenti International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a luxurious addition to your home decor - a Pair of "Fringe" Slipper Chairs designed and manufactured in Italy by Gamma Arredamenti International.
These exquisite chairs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Inácio Stool in brazilian solid wood.
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Inácio stool plays with geometric shapes, aiming to create a sensation of movement and fluidity. It is made entirely from leftover solid wood from other projects, which would nor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Seating
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Armchairs Upholstered In Soft Boucle' Fabric
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This set of two armchairs is fully upholstered in soft boucle fabric, offering a luxurious wool-like texture that combines comfort with contemporary sophistication. Designed to compl...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Lennox Stool, Small Wood Stool by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order wood stool designed by Christian Siriano.
Red oak
Measure: Seat width: 12”.
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Era Chair by Ton, Bentwood Chairs, Thonet Style
Located in Miami, FL
Ton Bentwood Dining Chairs with dark brown finish. Large quantity available.
Chairs retail for $500 each. Shipping fee for 2 chairs is $150, $30 will be a...
Category
Early 2000s Czech Modern Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Layton Curve Sofa, Velvet & Natural Wood Sofa by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order velvet and wood curved sofa designed by Christian Siriano.
Fabric: Ivory Velvet
Base: Natural Maple.
Available in custom fabrics and finishes.
Dimensions:
Overall ...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Maple, Velvet
Lula Chair, Stripe Silk & Black Lacquer by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order silk and lacquer accent chair designed by Christian Siriano.
Fabric: Black/grey stripe silk (available in custom fabric)
Base: Black Lacquered Maple (available in cust...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Maple, Silk
Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Emeco, and Moooi. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $25 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $3,803.
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