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MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Modern
Contemporary Blue Velvet Upholstered Dining Armchair - Stay by Nika Zupanc
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary Fresco Blue Velvet Upholstered Dining Armchair - Stay by Nika Zupanc The Stay Family turns everyday seating into a special occasion. The Dining Chair and Dining Armchair are variations on an elegant social theme whilst the Dining Table adds a theatrical touch to social gatherings; the upholstered Armchair and Sofa make an irresistible invitation to sit, the dream-like Stay Daybed encourages peaceful reverie and the Stay Barstool and Stay Benches complete this refined yet glamourous range. Design: Nika Zupanc Frame upholstered in Fresco Blue fabric. Available also in a choice of leathers or fabrics, or in customer’s own material or leather. Powder coated steel frame (available also in any RAL K7 Classic Color). Please contact us directly to find out more about all the color options available. Dimensions: W65 × D57 × H100 cm, seat height 45 cm Made by hand, in Slovenia Sé: When Sé began in 2007, director and founder Pavlo Schtakleff had a goal – to reclaim the glamour and quality of 20th century furniture and to become a dynamic and innovative presence in the world of contemporary luxury design. Sé’s vision was to invite some of the world’s best design talent to produce collections, akin to an art gallery or a couture house, the ultimate object being to build a catalogue of highly-crafted and beautifully-finished objects, made of the finest, noble materials, by the best craftspeople in Europe. With timeless forms, a curvaceous aesthetic and a spirit of play, Sé pieces are now feted for their characterful, sculptural profiles, and their ability to captivate the senses. Since its beginnings, this European design brand has stayed true to its founding ethos and to date, Sé has created three editions from the French designer Damien Langlois-Meurinne, the Spanish-born Jaime Hayon and Slovenia-based Nika Zupanc, all of which have been highly acclaimed. Under Sé’s stewardship, each designer brings their own sensibility and character, while harnessing a personality, polish and sheer sense of finish that is undeniably Sé. All our pieces are the products of the most exacting collaborations. They are sensual, tactile and cerebral, inviting the gaze and the touch as well as engaging the mind. Headquartered in London and fabricated across Europe to the highest technical standards, Sé aims to make furniture that not only delights, but that will also become tomorrow’s heirlooms. Nika Zupanc: Product and interior designer Nika Zupanc became a globally recognised name with the launch of the Lolita lamp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Exceptional Set of 8 Chairs at Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Set of 8 chairs in chrome, seat and back upholstered with fabric.   
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Sculptural Table Height Stool w. Backrest Old Silver Metal & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary table stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility o...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Black Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Mary bar stool...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Lisboa Lounge Chair Blue Velvet Gold Leaf Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lisboa Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Lisboa armchair adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living area. The armchair is upholstered in dark blue velvet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Thelma Grey Chair by Fabio Rebosio by Pacini & Cappellini
Located in Milan, IT
Designed by architect Fabio Rebosio, this chair is a sophisticated accent piece that combines functionality and a highly decorative quality. Its structure in solid Canaletto walnut b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

JD01 Noir Contemporary Chair in Plywood
Located in London, GB
The “JD01 Noir” began as a case study in reductivism, whose epilogue played out to be a single sheet of baltic birched plywood, manipulated into this simplis...
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Contemporary Avio Blue Velvet Upholstered Dining Armchair, Stay by Nika Zupanc
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary Avio blue velvet upholstered dining armchair - Stay by Nika Zupanc The Stay Family turns everyday seating into a special occasion. The Dining Chair and Dining Armchair are variations on an elegant social theme whilst the Dining Table adds a theatrical touch to social gatherings; the upholstered Armchair and Sofa make an irresistible invitation to sit, the dream-like Stay Daybed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Modern Chair - Ash Wood/Walnut Stained Finnishing Fabric Upholstery
Located in Lisbon, PT
The conceptural idea around the CAST chair was to come up with a simple chair that could fit any nice table, desk and place. And so it was. The CAST cha...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

20th Century Grassi Red Leather Chairs Set of 4
Located in IT
Set of four vintage chairs by Matteo Grassi, dark red leather. From Italy form 1990s period. Shows light scratches and wear from previous use but remains in fair condition. No stru...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Yellow Primitive Armchair, Designed by Studio Nucleo, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Primitive armchair, played on the asymmetry of primary volumes, is made with a padded structure and covered with a melange-colored cloth. “Primitive as primary geometric figur...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Florio Outdoor Chair with Armrests
Located in Milan, IT
The striking design of this magnificent chair with armrests comes to life thanks to the masterful expertise of Officina Ciani's craftsmen, who forged...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of B&B Italia Maxalto Imprimatur Antonio Citterio Armchairs
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of high back B&B Italia hand made in Italy Maxalto Imprimatur armchairs designed by Antonio Citterio RRP £6000. The chairs ar...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Nickel

Contemporary Taupe Velvet Upholstered Dining Armchair, Stay by Nika Zupanc
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary taupe velvet upholstered dining armchair - Stay by Nika Zupanc The Stay Family turns everyday seating into a special occasion. The ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Timeless Classic 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 Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Fluted Florence Easy Chair in Tan Leather and Oiled Walnut Frame
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Created with the ultimate lounging comfort in mind and featuring a subtly detailed oiled walnut frame, the Florence is pure statement. It works well upholstered in fabric but our recommendation is lustrous leather in a bold color. Shown here in natural oiled walnut, featuring a fluted seat in full grain cow hide leather. Shown here: in natural oiled walnut, featuring a channeled seat...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Werner Aisslinger Juli Plastic Chair with Ash Base & Plastic Shell by Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
The Juli Plastic armchair, by Werner Aisslinger, reflects new experimental frontiers. Over the decades, this chair has lent itself to numerous creative and constructive interpretatio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Ash

Table Bar Stool w. Backrest Old Silver Metal & Cognac Leather Organic Design
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary table stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility o...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Chair / Table Stool W Backrest Aged Brass Metal & Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary table stool with backrest offers a light and aesthetically pleasing design, characterized by the slight oscillation of the 12mm steel rod and the flexibility of ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Brogliato Traverso Newood Barstool in Solid Ashwood Structure for Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
The result of a contemporary re-interpretation of the timeless charm of Windsor-style chairs. Newood chairs and stools express the successful harmony between technologically advanced...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Jasper Morrison Small Hi Pad Stool in White Leather by Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
The Hi pad chair, and accompanying Hi pad stool, are the result of a production process that represents the perfect balance between technology and artisan...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Foam, Beech, Plywood

Minimalist Modern Chair in Beech Wood Leather Upholstery
Located in Lisbon, PT
The conceptural idea around the CAST chair was to come up with a simple chair that could fit any nice table, desk and place. And so it was. The CAST cha...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Wood

Contemporary Artisan Counter Bar Stool Navy Blue Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four White Moroso Chairs, Model Fjord, by Patricia Urquiola 2002
Located in Schagen, NL
The Fjord Hirek chair is designed by the famous Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola. This chair reminds us of the shape of Scandinavian Fjords. The shell which was inspired from a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vienna, Chair Contemporary Design in Walnut and Straw, Beige Upholstered Seat
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Vienna is an extraordinarily comfortable and elegant chair designed by Emmanuel Gallina who loves to quote Brancusi when saying that “simplicity is complexity resolved”. Inspired to ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Contemporary Fresco Blue Upholstered Dining Chair, Stay by Nika Zupanc
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary Fresco Blue Upholstered dining chair - Stay by Nika Zupanc The Stay Family turns everyday seating into a special occasion. The Dining...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Indigo Blue Velvet Upholstered Dining Chair, Stay by Nika Zupanc
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary indigo blue velvet upholstered dining chair - stay by Nika Zupanc The Stay Family turns everyday seating into a special occasion. The Dining Chair and Dining Armchair are variations on an elegant social theme whilst the Dining Table adds a theatrical touch to social gatherings; the upholstered Armchair and Sofa make an irresistible invitation to sit, the dream-like Stay Daybed encourages peaceful reverie and the Stay Barstool and Stay Benches complete this refined yet glamourous range. Design: Nika Zupanc Frame upholstered in Se Velvet fabric. Available also in a choice of leathers or fabrics, or in customer’s own material or leather. Powder coated steel frame (available also in any RAL K7 Classic Color). Please contact us directly to find out more about all the color options available. Dimensions: W50.7 × D57 × H100 cm, seat height 45 cm Made by hand, in Slovenia Sé: When Sé began in 2007, director and founder Pavlo Schtakleff had a goal – to reclaim the glamour and quality of 20th century furniture and to become a dynamic and innovative presence in the world of contemporary luxury design. Sé’s vision was to invite some of the world’s best design talent to produce collections, akin to an art gallery or a couture house, the ultimate object being to build a catalogue of highly-crafted and beautifully-finished objects, made of the finest, noble materials, by the best craftspeople in Europe. With timeless forms, a curvaceous aesthetic and a spirit of play, Sé pieces are now feted for their characterful, sculptural profiles, and their ability to captivate the senses. Since its beginnings, this European design brand has stayed true to its founding ethos and to date, Sé has created three editions from the French designer Damien Langlois-Meurinne, the Spanish-born Jaime Hayon and Slovenia-based Nika Zupanc, all of which have been highly acclaimed. Under Sé’s stewardship, each designer brings their own sensibility and character, while harnessing a personality, polish and sheer sense of finish that is undeniably Sé. All our pieces are the products of the most exacting collaborations. They are sensual, tactile and cerebral, inviting the gaze and the touch as well as engaging the mind. Headquartered in London and fabricated across Europe to the highest technical standards, Sé aims to make furniture that not only delights, but that will also become tomorrow’s heirlooms. Nika Zupanc: Product and interior designer Nika Zupanc became a globally recognised name with the launch of the Lolita lamp, her first object to be produced by Moooi. Zupanc works as an independent designer who is constantly involved in fresh projects that grow out of distinctive interpretations of modern culture, contemporary design and available technological options. Her products are part of the range of distinguished design companies such as Moooi, Moroso, Nodus, Bosa, Sé, Scarlet Splendour among others. Her praised limited edition collections and installations are exhibited around the world, sometimes as part of high-end collaborations like the one with Rossana Orlandi. Along the way, Zupanc continuously produces objects under her own brand and is involved in various interior projects. Besides the Lolita lamp, Zupanc has designed a long line of signature ready-to-use pieces like 5 O’Clock Table and 5 O’Clock Chair (Moooi) or Tailored Chair (Moroso). But it is her conceptual installations that saw her evolving into an authentic global voice – I Will Buy Flowers Myself (2009) and Gone with the Wind (2010) presented a collection of objects inside blown-up doll house structures that became a hallmark of Milan Design Week. The Black Cherry lamp, now one of the iconic pieces of her own brand, also debuted at Milan Design Week. The installations that followed, Selfdiscipline (2011) and Summertime (2012), mark the beginning of limited edition collections in partnership with Rossana Orlandi, where with a stubborn passion Zupanc examines the nature of furniture. In 2012, her hometown of Ljubljana had the privilege to be the first with an interior designed and art-directed by Zupanc personally. The noir refurbishment of As Aperitivo is an introduction to her new venture of designing interiors. Since emerging on the global design platform, her work has been watched closely by the international press, describing her work as everything from “punk elegance” (Elle USA) and “techno chic” (BusinessWeek) to “larger than life” (Clear magazine...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Lionel Jadot Stools Everyday Gallery, Belgian Art and design, Contemporary
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lionel Jadot; Stools; Everyday Gallery; Contemporary; Belgian design; Belgian Art; Gesmonite; Presented at Art Basel 2021, Everyday Gallery is thr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Fried Egg Two-Tone Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
A unique asymmetrical lounge chair, designed by the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen in the 1950s. Fried Egg is also available in an exclusive anniversary edition with s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Foam

Minimalist Timeless Armchair in Oak Wood and Natural Leather
Located in Lisbon, PT
An armchair named after a charismatic location in Lisbon, situated next to the river. ALCÂNTARA is meant to be relaxing, for one to take a break from the stress of daily life, to rea...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Oak

Opinion Ciatti Mammamia High Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mammamia high chair with die-cast aluminium shell, steel structure and rubber-covered footrest. Lacquered, not for outdoor use. Non stackable. Available in gold structure with white,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Opinion Ciatti Mammamia Sled Non Stackable Chair with Armrests
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mammamia Sled has non-stackable steel sled base with armrests. For indoor use only. Available in gold structure with option of fabric or leather upholstery.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Neutral Colors Velvet Dining Chair with Gold Polished Brass Legs
Located in Porto, PT
Davis Dining Chair exudes a quiet elegance and undeniably luxury energy. This modern dining chair is perfect for a luxury dining room project with a unique design shape upholstered i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Yves Dining Chair Fabric Wooden Feet Designer Sergio Prieto Dovain Studio
Located in Lisbon, PT
The Yves chair is a piece created by the prestigious Spanish designer Sergio Prieto for Dovain Studio. Its shapes and materials allow it to adapt to any environment, from a classic s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Fried Egg Chair Sheep Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
A unique asymmetrical lounge chair, designed by the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen in the 1950s. Fried egg is also available in an exclusive anniversary edition with s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Foam

VENTURA dining chair
Located in Frazão, Porto
VENTURA is a classic chair by Casa Magna, characterized by the enveloping backrest and the elegant contrasting piping that runs along the entire backrest.‎...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Ledermann Chair Light by Tom Kelley
Located in Milan, IT
The Ledermann collection features linear geometries with a simple, sharp-cornered silhouette. Its combination of two substantial materials, such as wood and leather, recalls the natu...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Suiseki Left Armchair in Mosaic 2, 972 Green Upholstery by Andrea Steidl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suiseki left armchair is a collection of padded seats inspired – as its name suggests – by the Japanese art of arranging naturally occurring stones. Spontaneous, harmonious lack of alignment takes the place of geometric shapes in the simple modular units with organic volumes. Everything starts with three core building blocks: a low, broad seat, a backrest and an armrest. They can be combined with each other in an offset display of heights, widths and depths. The resulting sofas are sculpturesque and suitable for all types of use, in everything from the contract market to private homes. Additional Info: Material: Upholstery, steel Finish: Cat. Maxi, Mosaic 2...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Gufram, Orange Detecma Lounge Chair by Tullio Regge
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Its name, an acronym for Design, Technique and Mathematics, identifies by itself some of the characteristics that make this seat unique. These three values were united for the first ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Contemporary Ocean Green Velvet Upholstered Dining Armchair, Stay by Nika Zupanc
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary Ocean Green Velvet Upholstered Dining Armchair - Stay by Nika Zupanc The Stay Family turns everyday seating into a special occasion. The Dining Chair and Dining Armchair are variations on an elegant social theme whilst the Dining Table adds a theatrical touch to social gatherings; the upholstered Armchair and Sofa make an irresistible invitation to sit, the dream-like Stay Daybed encourages peaceful reverie and the Stay Barstool and Stay Benches complete this refined yet glamourous range. Design: Nika Zupanc Frame upholstered in Se Velvet fabric. Available also in a choice of leathers or fabrics, or in customer’s own material or leather. Powder coated steel frame (available also in any RAL K7 Classic Color). Please contact us directly to find out more about all the color options available. Dimensions: W65 × D57 × H100 cm, seat height 45 cm Made by hand, in Slovenia Sé: When Sé began in 2007, director and founder Pavlo Schtakleff had a goal – to reclaim the glamour and quality of 20th century furniture and to become a dynamic and innovative presence in the world of contemporary luxury design. Sé’s vision was to invite some of the world’s best design talent to produce collections, akin to an art gallery or a couture house, the ultimate object being to build a catalogue of highly-crafted and beautifully-finished objects, made of the finest, noble materials, by the best craftspeople in Europe. With timeless forms, a curvaceous aesthetic and a spirit of play, Sé pieces are now feted for their characterful, sculptural profiles, and their ability to captivate the senses. Since its beginnings, this European design brand has stayed true to its founding ethos and to date, Sé has created three editions from the French designer Damien Langlois-Meurinne, the Spanish-born Jaime Hayon and Slovenia-based Nika Zupanc, all of which have been highly acclaimed. Under Sé’s stewardship, each designer brings their own sensibility and character, while harnessing a personality, polish and sheer sense of finish that is undeniably Sé. All our pieces are the products of the most exacting collaborations. They are sensual, tactile and cerebral, inviting the gaze and the touch as well as engaging the mind. Headquartered in London and fabricated across Europe to the highest technical standards, Sé aims to make furniture that not only delights, but that will also become tomorrow’s heirlooms. Nika Zupanc: Product and interior designer Nika Zupanc became a globally recognised name with the launch of the Lolita lamp, her first object to be produced by Moooi. Zupanc works as an independent designer who is constantly involved in fresh projects that grow out of distinctive interpretations of modern culture, contemporary design and available technological options. Her products are part of the range of distinguished design companies such as Moooi, Moroso, Nodus, Bosa, Sé, Scarlet Splendour among others. Her praised limited edition collections and installations are exhibited around the world, sometimes as part of high-end collaborations like the one with Rossana Orlandi. Along the way, Zupanc continuously produces objects under her own brand and is involved in various interior projects. Besides the Lolita lamp, Zupanc has designed a long line of signature ready-to-use pieces like 5 O’Clock Table and 5 O’Clock Chair (Moooi) or Tailored Chair (Moroso). But it is her conceptual installations that saw her evolving into an authentic global voice – I Will Buy Flowers Myself (2009) and Gone with the Wind (2010) presented a collection of objects inside blown-up doll house structures that became a hallmark of Milan Design Week. The Black Cherry lamp, now one of the iconic pieces of her own brand, also debuted at Milan Design Week. The installations that followed, Selfdiscipline (2011) and Summertime (2012), mark the beginning of limited edition collections in partnership with Rossana Orlandi, where with a stubborn passion Zupanc examines the nature of furniture. In 2012, her hometown of Ljubljana had the privilege to be the first with an interior designed and art-directed by Zupanc personally. The noir refurbishment of As Aperitivo is an introduction to her new venture of designing interiors. Since emerging on the global design platform, her work has been watched closely by the international press, describing her work as everything from “punk elegance” (Elle USA) and “techno chic” (BusinessWeek) to “larger than life” (Clear magazine...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Reposer Special Edition Chair in British Wool and Walnut Legs
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Reposer chair has been thoughtfully created with a relatively low, soft back and a generous seat depth encouraging you to repose. Construction: sol...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Hayche WW Chair, solid oak & metal rods, United Kingdom, Made To Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
Based on a modern Windsor design, the WW Chair, where the first 'W' stands for Windsor and the second for Wire is an iconic piece of furniture. Produced from ...
Category

2010s British Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Hand Painted Tiger Gaulino Easy Armchair Ash Wood Limited Edition of 50
Located in Barcelona, ES
«A limited edition of 50 unique pieces, where the seat has been painted one by one by myself, with the interpretations of a tiger’s skin. This edition celebrates, on the one hand, BD...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Hide, Ash

Contemporary Deco Henri Armchair in Designers Guild Velvet with Walnut feet
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
With its soft and sumptuous curves, The Henri Armchair presents elegant style and optimal comfort. Shown here: upholstered in Designers Guild Varese ‘Linen’ cotton velvet. Feet in na...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Minimalist Timeless Armchair in Oak Wood and Black Leather
Located in Lisbon, PT
An armchair named after a charismatic location in Lisbon, situated next to the river. ALCÂNTARA is meant to be relaxing, for one to take a break from the stress of daily life, to rea...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Oak

Hayche WW Chair CS2, Stained Oak & Metal Rods, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
Based on a modern Windsor design, the WW Chair, where the first 'W' stands for Windsor and the second for Wire is an iconic piece of furniture. Produced from ...
Category

2010s British Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Agio Solid Wood Chair, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Fine craftsmanship and exceptional details are part of the unique design of the chair C-145, an elegant chair handcrafted with passion in Italy with high quality, premium solid walnu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut, Leather, Fabric

Minimalist Modern Chair in Oak Wood Leather Upholstery
Located in Lisbon, PT
The conceptural idea around the cast chair was to come up with a simple chair that could fit any nice table, desk and place. And so it was. The cast cha...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Beech

Layer 093 Lounge Chair by Michael Geldmacher
Located in Milan, IT
The natural beauty of ash is preserved in this refined lounge chair designed by Michael Geldmacher. Elegant lines define the chair's structure, fashioned of solid ash tinted in mahog...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Ash

Blue Primitive Armchair, Designed by Studio Nucleo, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Primitive armchair, played on the asymmetry of primary volumes, is made with a padded structure and covered with a melange-colored cloth. “Primitive as primary geometric figur...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Metis 0173 Dot Armlounge, Metal, Colors, Outdoor, Contract, Restaurant, Design
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
The collection Metis Dot includes the chair with or without armrest, the lounge version with or without armrest and the stool in two heights. In all its variants, the tubular metal s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Argent Grey Velvet Upholstered Dining Chair - Stay by Nika Zupanc
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary Argent Grey Velvet Upholstered Dining Chair - Stay by Nika Zupanc The Stay Family turns everyday seating into a special occasion. The Dining Chair and Dining Armchair are variations on an elegant social theme whilst the Dining Table adds a theatrical touch to social gatherings; the upholstered Armchair and Sofa make an irresistible invitation to sit, the dream-like Stay Daybed encourages peaceful reverie and the Stay Barstool and Stay Benches complete this refined yet glamourous range. Design: Nika Zupanc Frame upholstered in Se Velvet fabric. Available also in a choice of leathers or fabrics, or in customer’s own material or leather. Powder coated steel frame (available also in any RAL K7 Classic Color). Please contact us directly to find out more about all the color options available. Dimensions: W50.7 × D57 × H100 cm, seat height 45 cm Made by hand, in Slovenia Sé: When Sé began in 2007, director and founder Pavlo Schtakleff had a goal – to reclaim the glamour and quality of 20th century furniture and to become a dynamic and innovative presence in the world of contemporary luxury design. Sé’s vision was to invite some of the world’s best design talent to produce collections, akin to an art gallery or a couture house, the ultimate object being to build a catalogue of highly-crafted and beautifully-finished objects, made of the finest, noble materials, by the best craftspeople in Europe. With timeless forms, a curvaceous aesthetic and a spirit of play, Sé pieces are now feted for their characterful, sculptural profiles, and their ability to captivate the senses. Since its beginnings, this European design brand has stayed true to its founding ethos and to date, Sé has created three editions from the French designer Damien Langlois-Meurinne, the Spanish-born Jaime Hayon and Slovenia-based Nika Zupanc, all of which have been highly acclaimed. Under Sé’s stewardship, each designer brings their own sensibility and character, while harnessing a personality, polish and sheer sense of finish that is undeniably Sé. All our pieces are the products of the most exacting collaborations. They are sensual, tactile and cerebral, inviting the gaze and the touch as well as engaging the mind. Headquartered in London and fabricated across Europe to the highest technical standards, Sé aims to make furniture that not only delights, but that will also become tomorrow’s heirlooms. Nika Zupanc: Product and interior designer Nika Zupanc became a globally recognised name with the launch of the Lolita lamp, her first object to be produced by Moooi. Zupanc works as an independent designer who is constantly involved in fresh projects that grow out of distinctive interpretations of modern culture, contemporary design and available technological options. Her products are part of the range of distinguished design companies such as Moooi, Moroso, Nodus, Bosa, Sé, Scarlet Splendour among others. Her praised limited edition collections and installations are exhibited around the world, sometimes as part of high-end collaborations like the one with Rossana Orlandi. Along the way, Zupanc continuously produces objects under her own brand and is involved in various interior projects. Besides the Lolita lamp, Zupanc has designed a long line of signature ready-to-use pieces like 5 O’Clock Table and 5 O’Clock Chair (Moooi) or Tailored Chair (Moroso). But it is her conceptual installations that saw her evolving into an authentic global voice – I Will Buy Flowers Myself (2009) and Gone with the Wind (2010) presented a collection of objects inside blown-up doll house structures that became a hallmark of Milan Design Week. The Black Cherry lamp, now one of the iconic pieces of her own brand, also debuted at Milan Design Week. The installations that followed, Selfdiscipline (2011) and Summertime (2012), mark the beginning of limited edition collections in partnership with Rossana Orlandi, where with a stubborn passion Zupanc examines the nature of furniture. In 2012, her hometown of Ljubljana had the privilege to be the first with an interior designed and art-directed by Zupanc personally. The noir refurbishment of As Aperitivo is an introduction to her new venture of designing interiors. Since emerging on the global design platform, her work has been watched closely by the international press, describing her work as everything from “punk elegance” (Elle USA) and “techno chic” (BusinessWeek) to “larger than life” (Clear magazine...
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21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Valerie Armchair with Coral Seat and Wood Base, by Giopato & Coombes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Valerie armchair is available in an upholstered Kvadrat - Coral Steelcut Trio cushion, with a solid wood structure. Here you are offered wooden finishes in Stained Aniline, Oak, Canaletto Walnut, Beech or Lacquered. The Valerie Chair is also available as a stool or without armrests, or in additional seating upholstery's. If you are interested in a height that is not offered with this listing, please contact the dealer for further information.tructure available with or without seat-cushion, upholstered in the listed fabrics. Here you are shown the Valerie chair in oak with upholstered seat. Cristiana Giopato...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Iola Armrest Chair in Black Ashwood Base and Foam Seat, by E-ggs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iola chair comes with a seat, back and armrests in a injected flameretardant polyurethane foam covered with the listed fabrics. The structure base is available for custom orders in w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mula Chair in Black Metal Leg Base with Upholstery Seat, by E-GGs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mula chair is offered with iron rebar metal base, varnished in black. The seat and back are made with an injected flame-retardant polyurethane foam, upholstered in the listed fabrics. The body is packed separately from the base. Here you are shown the Mula Chair in Black Metal Base with Upholstery Seat. This item is also available in a swivel office chair option. Formed by Gaia Giotti, Giona Scarselli and Cristina Razzanelli, E-GGS deals with design with a transversal approach, ranging between product design, interior and architecture. Attention and curiosity are captured by the discovery of the unusual in everyday life, in the search for new expressive and material languages. Additional information: Dimensions: Seat height 46.7 cm, overall chair height 78 cm, width of chair 57...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

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Metal

Orbit Chair, Brushed Brass and Cream Boucle Wool Fabric, by Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
With orbit chairs Lara Bohinc develops her stellar themes, finding inspiration in planetary and lunar orbits, whose gravitationally curved trajectories dri...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

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Brass

Contemporary Blue Velvet Dining Chair with Black Legs
Located in Porto, PT
Scille Dining Chair is a luxury armchair that features an asymmetric seat composed of curvilinear panels that intersect each other. An original and comfortable dining chair, upholste...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Outdoor Upholstered Dining Armchair, Stay by Nika Zupanc
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary summertime upholstered outdoor dining armchair - Stay by Nika Zupanc The Stay Family turns everyday seating into a special occasion...
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21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Chairs

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Steel

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Find a broad range of unique Modern chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Finn Juhl, Jover + Valls, Emeco, and Kartell. 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 chairs 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 $103,950 while the average work can sell for $2,723.

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