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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Arflex Ladle Armchair in Fabric Heidi by Luca Nichetto
By Arflex, Luca Nichetto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ladle Armchair designed by Luca Nichetto for Arflex showcases the contemporary design model. The structure of the chair is extremely adaptable. The seat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$12,932 / item
Customizable Artifort Kalm Comfort Lounge Chair by Patrick Norguet
Located in New York, NY
Kalm is a large, cosy armchair designed by Patrick Norguet in 2015. To give you a warmer and more domestic feel, Artifort now brings Kalm Comfort. Developed with extra soft padding a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile
Emilia Armchair
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Ponsacco, IT
This armchair has modern and minimalist design with a sculptural, geometric structure. It features a wide, slightly curved backrest and a thick cushioned seat, both upholstered in f...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
$4,014 / item
Timeless Counter Barstool w. Backrest Natural Tan Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter height stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces whe...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Grand Haven Chair by Jack Van Der Molen for Jamestown Oak Open Desk/
Located in San Francisco, CA
the framed incurved upholstered back above a loose cushion seat flanked by graceful sling-form arms; all raised on tapering turned supports ending in ebonized feet; arm height: 25.5"...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Pair Timeless Contemporary Armchair Black Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary armchair belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such a...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Upholstered Theia Lounge Chair in Natural Oak by Cultivation Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Theia Lounge Chair inherited its name from the Greek goddess who gave birth to Selene, the moon goddess. The name Theia was also later used to describe a planet which, according ...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Wool
Chesterfield Brown Leather Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
The Chesterfield armchair, from Tribeca Collection, is an icon of the world of the leather lounge, a timeless classic in the world of upholstery, an item that enriches any home and m...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
$6,647 / item
De Sede Leather Club Chair by Kurt Erni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-2620/01 armchair by De Sede.
Technical details:
Standard configuration: Legs beechwood black-coated. If not specified otherwise, the standard configuration will be confirmed....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Relaxing Bouclé Armchair with Curvy Silhouette
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Armchair featuring an enveloping composition of shapes, it’s thorough embrace is perfect for relaxed seating. The arms support the light structure, as the curvy elements of the seat ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
$5,215 / item
Traco Gray Armchair by Paolo Cappello
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
The sculpted look distinuishing this armchair merges clean lines softend by smoothed corners. Raised on four egg-shaped ash feet (also in polished aluminum upon request), the design counterbalances an inner steel frame with a structure in directional European plywood. The padding in natural latex...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$9,074 / item
Blue Velvet and Leather Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
Fluid lines come together to create a pleated seat with intense textures and tones. The design is harmonious, delicate and intriguing with the lower part designed with a soft and flu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile
$5,049 / item
Modern and minimalist "Joca" armchair in fabric or leather
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
When she created the Joca armchair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the work of master designer J...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Synthetic, Polyester, Wood
Midi by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Midi by Imperfettolab
2012
Designer: Verter Turroni
Dimensions: W 89 x D 70 x H 74 cm
Materials: Fibreglass
Armchair in varnished or upholstered fibreglass.
Also avalaible in...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fiberglass
$2,484 / item
Traco Cognac Armchair by Paolo Cappello
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
Synthesizing modern luxury and comfort, this refined armchair flaunts a rigorous profile with smoothed edges. The frame in directional European plywood stands on four, egg-shaped ash feet (also available in polished aluminum upon request) and features an inner steel core padded with natural latex...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$9,074 / item
21st Century Ligomancer Armchair in Metal and Black Elastic Webbing by CTRLZAK
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
"Ligomancer armchair shows what is normally hidden. More than one hundred meters of elastic band, the type commonly used for the internal structure of cushioned furniture, is wrapped...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Copper
Sculptural Contemporary Chaise Lounge & Ottoman Old Silver Metal, Tan Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary chaise longue and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 16 / 12 mm is complemented by the flexibil...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Degraded Birch Couture Armchair
Located in Geneve, CH
Degraded birch couture armchair
Dimensions: D 73 x W 70 x H 101 cm
Materials: Seat structure in solid wood and upholstered. Backrest in varnished walnut or degraded birch made up...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Foam, Wood, Birch
$11,839 / item
Moooi Jackson Chair in Boucle, Black and White Upholstery with Steel Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sometimes you just need to feel supported, seduced, protagonist of your own world for a moment. After much giving, working and planning for others, you need to find your center by se...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Outdoor Armchair Made to Order in Solid Wood, Wenge Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary upholstered garden sofa with armrests. Frame and legs are made of thermally treated Ash wood. Upholstered seat and back cushions are removable and made of high density p...
Category
2010s European Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Ash
Set of 4 Contemporary Bar Stool w. Backrest Black Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary bar stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Quartz Finish Armchair Upholstered in Ivory Fabric, Customizable Fane Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Fane armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with quartz finish and ivory fabric. The Fane armchair, with its distinct quartz matte finish and ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Fabric
Handmade Contemporary Chaise Lounge & Footstool Silver Steel & Tobacco Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary chaise lounge and ottoman / footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and pre...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Gray Upholstery and White Matte Finish Armchair, Soft Comfort — Abra Collection
Located in Miami, FL
An Abra armchair by Uultis with white matte finish and gray fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Abra armchair blends contemporary...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Fabric
Walnut Highback Suzy Wong Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut highback Suzy wong easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Lampakanai, rattan, walnut.
Also available in maple.
Dimensions: 75 cm x 74 cm x H 122 cm
Woven panels ...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Walnut
Sol Modular Armchair
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
Part of a series of modular pieces that can be combined to create elegant and comfortable seating areas both indoor and outdoor, this armchair is marked by a clean design. The sleek ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
$8,234 / item
Leather Dining Armchair Made to Order in Graphite Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This armchair is comfortable, sturdy and very appealing to the eye with its midcentury modern style. Rounded ash wood frame painted in graphite black finish. Natural hide leather wit...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set Sculptural Chaise Lounge & Pouf, Black Smoke Metal & Natural Tan Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary chaise longue and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 16 / 12 mm is complemented by the flexibil...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Black Leather Armchair with Walnut Finish Frame and Curved Back – Osa Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Osa armchair by Uultis blends sculptural design with indulgent comfort, making it a standout piece for modern interiors. Upholstered in smooth true black leather, the seat, backr...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Abbracci Circular Taupe Armchair by Lorenza Bozzoli
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Marked by an enveloping backrest also incorporating the armrests in its sloping silhouette, this exquisite armchair is aptly named after the Italian for hugs. A luxurious taupe-hued ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
$10,885 / item
Roche Armchair in Red by Daria Zinovatnaya
By Adrenalina
Located in Milan, IT
With a futuristic design, this armchair features a base made from beech wood and is available in various colors. The armchair wraps around you like a warm hug and the seat is padded ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
$4,899 / item
Italian modern bamboo armchairs orange cushions Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern bamboo armchairs orange cushions Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1970s
Set of three armchairs with bamboo structure. The seat and backrest are slightly inclined, with two ar...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Modern Lounge Armchair Wooden Curved Back Ironwood Polished Brass Gold Finish
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
The curved Lazy Day Armchair is part of a seating collection with armchairs and sofas for two or three people.
This piece is entirely made in Portugal and artisanally by the author...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Brass, Cut Steel
Customizable Artifort Orange Slice Armchair in Blue by Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
The orange slice armchair by designer Pierre Paulin is one of the most popular design armchairs in the world. The iconic armchair makes every roo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile
Corolla 272 Green Armchair by Cristina Celestino
Located in Milan, IT
Superb for complementing a Scandinavian-style home, this elegant armchair from the Corolla Collection owes its name to the enveloping design of its backrest and armrests. The base is...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
$4,738 / item
Teak Wood Lounge Chair with Ivory Leather and Spindle Legs, Tai Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Tai armchair by Uultis balances organic warmth with a refined modern aesthetic. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
Crafted in teak wood, ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak, Upholstery
Bellagio Armchair
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
The effortless elegance of midcentury furniture is reinterpreted in this sophisticated armchair that will enrich the look of a modern or vintage-inspired interior. The solid wood str...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile
$11,224 / item
D673 - Occasional armchair
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Ponsacco, IT
A chair with wooden legs, featuring an external leather upholstery and internal lining made of either leather or fabric. The wooden legs provide a sturdy, classic foundation, while t...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
$5,315 / item
Lirio Wraparound Back Accent Armchair with Cane, Walnut Finish and Beige Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
The Lirio wraparound back accent armchair by Uultis, with walnut wood finish, cane and beige fabric. Inspired by the graceful beauty of its namesake flower, the Lírio armchair by Uul...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Wood, Straw
Dazzling Modern Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Dazzling Modern chair, bold in character, this dazzling chair is unique in every way. Its one-of-a-kind shape was born from design exploration of the orga...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$5,990 / item
Italian modern black Spaghetti armchairs by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black plastic and metal Spaghetti armchairs by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias, 1980s
Spaghetti armchair, with armrests and structure in black lacquered metal and seat ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Modern Chaise Lounge, Old Silver Metal & Natural Tobacco Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary chaise longue is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 16 mm is complemented by the flexibility of the doubl...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Minio Swivel Armchair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
The Minio sofa, which gives you freedom of movement while sitting with its rotating mechanism, reveals its difference in design with the striking curved form of its armrests...
Meas...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
$4,300 / item
Bold Beige Lounge Chair
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite lounge chair will create a suffused and charming effect in both a modern or classic living room or contract area, especially when combined to other designs form the Bold Collection...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
$17,647 / item
Minimalist Velo Occasional Chair in Black Oak Finish with Shaped Seat and Back
Located in Miami, FL
Velo occasional armchair by Uultis in black oak finish, with shaped back and seat. Introducing the Velo armchair by Uultis, a masterful blend of minimalist design and functional eleg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Doumo Armchair by Setsu & Shinobu Ito
By Adrenalina
Located in Milan, IT
A captivating design, characterized by straight lines, interrupted only by slight curves and bulges. Doumo is a collection which, due to its playful coloring, easily matches in with ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other, Metal
$3,870 / item
Sculptural Contemporary Chaise Lounge Aged Brass Metal & Natural Tobacco Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary chaise longue is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 16 mm is complemented by the flexibility of the doubl...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Handmade Classic Contemporary Chaise Lounge Old Silver Metal & Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Contemporary chaise lounge old silver steel and blue saddle leather. Wanderlust Collection
Serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Kartell Foliage Armchair in Dove Grey by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Foliage collection is a family of soft chairs. The key players are a two-seater sofa and an armchair, that seem to have grown "naturally": the frame provides support for a comfortabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
$2,235 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Outdoor Armchair Made to Order in Solid Wood, Moka Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary upholstered garden sofa with armrests. Frame and legs are made of thermally treated Ash wood. Upholstered seat and back cushions are removable and made of high density p...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Ash, Foam
Jacob Azure Armchair
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
Boasting sartorial appeal and sophisticated minimalism, this lavish armchair will be a refined touch to a traditional or contemporary living room decor. The bold silhouette, with sin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile
$13,254 / item
Miller Armchair
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
This glamorous armchair, inspired by the elegance of Art Deco style, makes a statement with its vibrant color and classic shape. The curved back envelops the seat and flows into the ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
$15,082 / item
Sculptural Organic Contemporary Chaise Lounge Black Smoke Metal & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
HUG Chaise Lounge Black Steel and Black Saddle Leather
The HUG contemporary chaise lounge is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod o...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Poltrona Gemella Armchair with Mosaic Seat by Yukiko Nagai
Located in Milan, IT
This Armchair has an antique frame and a seat made with unique handmade mosaic technique. The designer’s concept consists in the interpretation of various materials using exclusively...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
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
$3,675 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Capri Red Armchair
By Medaarch
Located in Milan, IT
The rounded silhouette of Capri digs its seat into pure volume. Designed by Medaarch in 2021 it stands out by becoming a contemporary decorative quirk for domestic environments and b...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Resin
$2,369 / item
Pasqualina Chair by Grassi&Bianchi
Located in Milan, IT
This armchair's Minimalist look is emphasized by its slate-colored leather covering. The style also features a tubular steel frame and a metal seat pan covered in black technical fab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$2,639 / item
Handmade Contemporary Chaise Lounge Old Silver Metal & Natural Tan Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary chaise lounge belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned m...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Corolla 271 Red and Orange Armchair by Cristina Celestino
Located in Milan, IT
Characterized by an exquisite combination of warm hues, this armchair features two different upholsteries: a red fabric covering the seat and back cushions, and an orange one for the waved backrest and armrests. An exquisite modern design by Cristina Celestino, it rests on a red-lacquered beechwood structure comprising four slanted legs...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Classic Contemporary Chaise Lounge Aged Brass Steel & Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary chaise lounge belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned m...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, 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.