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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Creator: Stephen Kenn
Brown Boucle and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience. This armchair comes with a removable cushion cover to allow for easy cleaning should the need arise.
Stephen Kenn furniture is typically is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. This particular version is currently in-stock with two chairs available, so there is no need to wait for our standard production lead time.
This version of our Inheritance Armchair is upholstered in rich, soft brown boucle...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Waxed Tan Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Waxed Moss Green Leather and Blackened Steel Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Waxed Moss Green Leather and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable armchair you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
This version of our Inheritance Armchair is upholstered in waxed moss green leather...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Waxed Moss Green Leather and Antique Copper Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mongolian Grey Sheepskin and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection brings together 3 elements: a steel welded frame, replica Swiss military belts and soft foam and down upholstered c...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Chair and Ottoman Set with Antique Rug Upholstery
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique chair and ottoman set in the style of Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection is upholstered with a 100-year-old Kazak Persian rug f...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Military Canvas and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
Since first designing Inheritance collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the inherent history in vintage militar...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Blush Pink Shearling & Antique Brass Armchair with Wing Table
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The refined design of the Inheritance Armchair is juxtaposed here with a luxurious and plush shearling upholstery set in a contemporary color palette.
This variation is upholstered...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Nickel
Vintage Military Canvas and Marbled Rust Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience. This armchair comes with removable cushion covers to allow for easy cleaning should the need arise.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable armchair you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
Since the development of the Inheritance Collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the history inherent in vintage military-issue materials. This version of our Inheritance Armchair is upholstered with salvaged vintage military canvas...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Ruffled Natural Canvas and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Brentwood Navy Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair and Ottoman Set
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Military Canvas and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable armchair you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
Since the development of the Inheritance Collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the history inherent in vintage military-issue materials. This version of our Inheritance armchair is upholstered with salvaged vintage military canvas...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Blush Pink Shearling and Antique Brass Armchair Pair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The refined design of the Inheritance Armchair is juxtaposed here with a luxurious and plush shearling upholstery set in a contemporary color palette. This set includes two Armchairs, each adorned with a tonal blush marble-topped Wing Table.
This variation is upholstered in ultra-soft blush pink...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Nickel
Ivory Shearling & Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
This variation is upholstered in ultra-soft ivory shearling from Moore & Giles Hastings collection. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in polyfiber, allowing for a soft and comfortable lounge experience. Sitting atop an antique...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Nickel
Valhalla Pecan Leather and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inheritance armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
This variation is upholstered in Valhalla Pecan leather by Moore & Giles. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in ...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Harness Burlap Leather and Polished Black Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable armchair you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
This version of our Inheritance Armchair is upholstered in light gold leather from the Harness Collection by Moore & Giles. The foam seat cushion has been wrapped in down for added comfort and sits atop a polished black nickel...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair with Black Marble Wing Table
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Brentwood Tan Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inheritance armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
This variation is upholstered in Brentwood tan leather by Moore & Giles. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in d...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Brentwood Navy Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Brentwood Tan Leather and Antique Brass Armchair and Walnut Wing Table
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience. This armchair comes with removable cushion covers to allow for easy cleaning should the need arise.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable armchair you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
Since the development of the Inheritance Collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the history inherent in vintage military-issue materials. This version of our Inheritance Armchair is upholstered with salvaged vintage military canvas...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Providence Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Chair and Ottoman Set
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair & Ottoman by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush up...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Cognac Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Olive Twill Canvas and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Providence Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair V2
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inheritance armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
This variation is upholstered in Providence Blue Smoke leather by Moore & Giles. The foam seat cushions have been wrap...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mongolian Black Sheepskin and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection brings together 3 elements: a steel welded frame, replica Swiss military belts and soft foam and down upholstered c...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
White Mongolian Sheepskin and Polished Nickel Armchair and Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ultra luxurious version of The Inheritance collection armchair and ottoman has super soft white Mongolian sheepskin upholstery, black webbing and leather belts, and a polished n...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Stone Leather and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Taupe Nubuck Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Tan Nubuck Leather and Antique Brass Armchair and Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection began from a place of curiosity about how furniture was constructed and the collection is a result of reimagining typical upholstered seating.
This Armchair and Ottoman pair from the Inheritance Collection is upholstered in a soft, sand-colored nubuck leather sourced from renowned tannery Moore & Giles. Sitting atop an antique brass frame, the back of the Armchair is supported by belts featuring Swiss Military...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Auburn Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
White Mongolian Sheepskin and Polished Brass Armchair and Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance Seating options, the Ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to ...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Valhalla Granite Leather and Marbled Rust Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Grey Wool and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Granite Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
White Mongolian Sheepskin and Polished Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ultra luxurious version of The Inheritance Collection Armchair has super soft white Mongolian sheepskin upholstery, black webbing and leather belt...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
White Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Light Caramel Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Smooth Black Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Black Canvas and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Tan Leather and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Navy Leather and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Hand-Dyed Indigo Canvas and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mauve Nubuck Leather and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A new chair in our leather series, this version of the inheritance collection chair has mauve leather upholstery atop an antique nickel frame with natural cotton webbing, natural veg...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Walnut Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A new chair in our leather series, this version of the Inheritance collection chair has walnut leather upholstery atop an antique brass frame with...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Sand Canvas and Tarnished Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Taupe Nubuck Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Indigo Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A new chair in our leather series, this version of the Inheritance collection chair has Indigo leather upholstery atop an antique brass frame with natural cotton webbing, matching Indigo leather belts, and antique brass buckles...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Providence Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair V1
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Black Wool and Polished Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Obsidian Black Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
This variation is upholstered in a deep, obsidian black leather. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in down, allo...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Hand-Dyed Indigo Canvas and Antique Copper Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Black Wool and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair 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 Armchairs
Materials
Steel
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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