Modern Chairs
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Modern
Curzio Landscape
By Sotow
Located in Aiurzio, IT
This elegant and contemporary armchair has an iron structure covered in a dust paint and oven-finished, to make it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The black mate iron struc...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
LUENA Dining Chair
Located in Frazão, Porto
The prominent curved backrest gives this generously sized chair its modern design and makes it the ideal occasional piece for anyone looking for the ultimate in style without skimpin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather
Italian Modern Black Scooby and Metal Spaghetti Chair by G. Belotti, Alias 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black scooby and metal rod Spaghetti chair by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias, 1980s
Beautiful Spaghetti model chair in black metal rod with elastic seat and back made...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian modern Chairs in blue metal, black wood and black rubber, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Chairs in blue metal, black wood and black rubber, 1980s
Pair of fantastic and vintage chairs with round seat in black painted wood. The backrest is made up of a pair ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Chestnut Fiberglass Chair, Roly-Poly Dining Chair by Faye Toogood
By Faye Toogood
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary fiberglass chair - Roly Poly Dining Chair by Faye Toogood. This is shown in the chestnut fiberglass finish.
Design: Faye T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Paul Black and White
By Sotow
Located in Aiurzio, IT
This unique chair has an iron structure covered with a 24-karat gold flash plating, and elegant galvanized brass feet. The seats are covered in cotton velvet and decorated with an ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Kazuki Armchair by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina
Located in Carpi, IT
Kazuhide Takahama was born in Japan in 1930 and after completing his studies in Architecture in Tokyo he started working in Kazuo Fuioka’s studio. In 1957, he went to Italy to visit ...
Category
1960s Japanese Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Paul Gold Chocolate
By Sotow
Located in Aiurzio, IT
This unique chair has an iron structure covered with a 24-karat gold flash plating, and elegant galvanized brass feet. The seats are covered in cotton velvet and decorated with an ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
An Authentic EARLY MODERNIST Chair by ROBERT MALLET-STEVENS, TUBOR, France 1925
Located in PARIS, FR
We are presenting 2 rare pieces on sale one by one on 1stDibs :
the earliest and rarely seen version of the iconic Tubor chair created by French Architect Robert Mallet-Stevens, cert...
Category
1920s French Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Luigina Exotic Evasion Chair
By Sotow
Located in Aiurzio, IT
I cuscini dello schienale e del sedile di questa sorprendente sedia sono una versione rielaborata dei dipinti panoramici del XIX secolo e le loro decorazioni finemente eseguite sono ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Fasem Vintage Cognac Vegetal Leather Chair P40 by Vegni & Gualtierotti
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Vintage armchair roundchair by Gianfranco Gualtierotti Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem Modell P40
This roundchair is an Italian classic.
The seat and backrest are lightly padded and covered with full-grain vegetal leather. The backrest, which extends seamlessly into the armrests, both in the frame and in the upholstery, accentuates the sinuosity and elegance.
This Roundchair have a perfect shape.It is nearly inspired by Hans Wegners Round Chair / Kennedy Chair...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Arches II Dining Chair, Steel & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a crossing through the structures of a utopian c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Contemporary Recycled Plastic Chair by James Shaw
By James Shaw
Located in London, GB
Contemporary recycled plastic chair by James Shaw
English, 2020
Height 78cm, width 58cm, depth 49cm
Designed and made by James Shaw, the renow...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Vintage Chairs in Walnut and Beech, 1970s, Set of 5
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Vintage Chairs in Walnut and Beech, 1970s, Set of 5
Category
1970s Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Luigina Gold BlackSport
By Sotow
Located in Aiurzio, IT
This striking chair has an iron frame covered with 24-karat gold plating and elegant galvanized brass feet, while the backrest can rotate on its own frame to achieve the perfect tilt...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sand Brutus Dining Chair by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Sand Brutus dining chair by 101 Copenhagen
Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Dimensions: L68 / W50 /H68 cm
Seat height: 44 cm / Seat dep...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Concrete
Pontina Lawn
By Sotow
Located in Aiurzio, IT
Exquisite craftsmanship and a stunning contemporary design are the hallmarks of this sleek, modern chair that will look visually stunning on a modern dining table. Its iron structure...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pontina Brass Beige
By Sotow
Located in Aiurzio, IT
This skillfully hand-crafted Pontina chair will make a distinctive statement in a sophisticated contemporary interior with its understated elegance. Showcasing a minimalist silhouett...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pontina Gold Blue
By Sotow
Located in Aiurzio, IT
This timeless chair has an iron structure covered with a 24-karat gold flash plating, and elegant galvanized brass feet. The seats are covered in stain resistant PL velvet, and decor...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set di due sedie "Caprice" disegnate da Philippe Stark prodotte da Cassina 2010
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Iconico set composto da due sedie modello" Caprice" disegnate da Philippe Starck per Cassina nel 2010,seduta originale in pelle naturale nella raffinata lavorazione capitonne',gambe ...
Category
2010s European Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Nylon, Wood
Sedie Sof Sof modern italiane in metallo e tessuto di Enzo Mari per Driade 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Bellissima coppia di sedie modello Sof Sof in tondino di metallo azzurro, con seduta e schienale della sedia imbottiti e rivestiti con tessuto originale beige, tenuto egregiamente.
P...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Senufo Tabouret in Burned Walnut by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Senufo Tabouret in burned walnut by Arno Declercq
Dimensions: W 34 x D 34 x H 45 cm
Materials: burned and waxed African walnut and oak
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art de...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Viva Green Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Green Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Please contact us.
VIVA BENCH.
Designed by C...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Chocolate and Black Memento Chair, Jesse Sanderson
Located in Geneve, CH
Chocolate and black Memento chair, Jesse Sanderson
Original signed chair by Jesse Sanderson
Materials: leather, steel
Dimensions: W 43 x D 50 x H 80 cm
Seating height: 47 cm.
F...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Viva Gradient Peach and Navy Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Gradient Peach and Navy Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D100 x W45 x H48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Plea...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Déjà Vu Chair in Natté White Fabrics and Black Matte Metal
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Déjà Vu chair is composed of a wooden shell padded with different densities polyurethane foam and finished with an upper layer of acrylic fiber.
The seat is available completely cov...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Chachachá Pouf by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Chachachá pouf by Houtique
Dimensions: H 45 x D 35 cm
Materials: Velvet upholstery, Wood
Art Deco style pouf with wood structure and velvet fabric. 4 modules connected by wooden sle...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Set of 2 Pamplona style Italian dining chairs
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The set of two Pamplona style chairs brings a touch of timeless elegance and comfort to any interior space. Crafted from sturdy, high-quality wood, these chairs boast a classic design with a modern twist. The combination of the wooden frame and the soft, inviting white boucle upholstery creates a harmonious blend of sophistication and coziness.
The wooden frame showcases meticulous craftsmanship, featuring sleek, clean lines that accentuate the chairs' graceful silhouette. The natural wood finish adds warmth and a hint of rustic charm, making these chairs an ideal addition to both traditional and contemporary settings.
Upholstered in white boucle fabric, the chairs offer a soft and sumptuous seating experience. The boucle texture not only looks visually appealing but also adds a layer of comfort to the chairs, inviting you to linger and relax for hours. The Pamplona style chairs offer more than just aesthetic appeal; they are designed with ergonomics in mind. The curved backrest provides excellent lumbar support, promoting a comfortable and posture-friendly seating position. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely meal or engaging in conversations with friends...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
INVICTA dining chair with one back foot in Solid Wood
Located in Frazão, Porto
The INVICTA dining chair is a unique piece, and the impressive design with just one leg in the back, in solid wood, will make the dining room a so...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Lacquer
Viva Checkerboard Red and Pink Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Checkerboard Red and Pink Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colour...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
Viva White Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva White Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Please contact us.
VIVA BENCH.
Designed by C...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Italian modern metal rod and perforated metal sheet black metal chairs, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern metal rod and perforated metal sheet black metal chairs, 1980s
Chairs with a rectangular base in black painted metal rod. The structure is made up of a single metal ro...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Déjà Vu Chair in Wobble Fabric and Black Matte Metal
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Déjà Vu chair is composed of a wooden shell padded with different densities polyurethane foam and finished with an upper layer of acrylic fiber.
The seat is available completely cov...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 dining chairs by Philippe Starck for Baccarat
Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR
Very rare for sale, set of four dining chairs designed by Philippe Starck for Baccarat from their Crystal Dream collection - France 2009.
Structure in polished steel
Baccarat clear c...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Italian modern green tubular metal and grey straw stackable chairs, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern green tubular metal and grey straw stackable chairs, 1980s
Set of six chairs with metal and straw structure. The structure is in green painted metal tubing, there are ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Moca Bar Chair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Moca bar chair by Collector
Dimensions: W 45 x D 52 x H 102 cm
Materials: boucle ivory fabric, oak wood
Other materials available
The Collector b...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Leather and Wood Dining Chairs for Agapecasa
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian dining chairs model 3T designed by Angelo mangiarotti from 1978 made of traditional materials like wood and leather feauturing simple but elegant constuction details.
New pr...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
CORDOBA S dining chair with solid wood legs
Located in Frazão, Porto
Elegant and timeless design, the CORDOBA chair is very comfortable and engaging, suitable for contemporary spaces.
Cordoba is available to order in fabr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Lacquer, Wood
Tecta B1 Three-Legged Armchairs by Stefan Wewarke
Located in BREDA, NL
The asymmetric chair, B1, designed by Stefan Wewerka can be seen as representative of this collaborative work. Its forerunners include chair sculptures which lead to a product with ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Viva Pink Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Pink Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Please contact us....
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Set of four Gastone Rinaldi 'Z' Chairs, Rima, Italy 1970s
Located in London, GB
SOLD AS A SET OF FOUR
Gastone Rinaldi (1920-2006) was a brilliant designer who also played football for AC Padua and AC Udinese in the 1940s. He took over RIMA, the metal furniture ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Olive Cielo Stacking Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Olive Cielo stacking chair by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: PVC strings, powder-coated steel frame.
Technique: Made from recycled plastic and we...
Category
2010s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Caribe Natural Dining Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Caribe natural dining chair by Sebastian Herkner.
Materials: wicker from Bejuco roots. Galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel frame.
Technique: weaved by local craftspeople in ...
Category
2010s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Safari or Oasi 85 armchair with armrests by Gian Franco Legler for Zanotta, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Armchair model Oasi 85 or Safari, with a light wood frame, attached by interlocking, while the seat and back are composed of beige-colored coarse-fiber cotton fabric, and finally, th...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modern Brown Leather Vintage Dining Chairs Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 1979
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern set of 8 cognac brown vintage dining chairs or chairs, which were designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi 1979, Italy.
A special feature from the model of chair Korium is hi...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Italian Modern Black Metal and Rubber Chair by Maurizio Peregalli for Zeus, 1984
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black metal and rubber chair by Maurizio Peregalli for Zeus, 1984.
Chair with matt black metal structure, with four square-section legs, the rear of which extend up t...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pouf Pill L by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pouf pill L by Houtique
Dimensions: H 45 x 80 x 35 cm
Materials: Velvet upholstery and 30cm fringes
Pill Pouf L
Art-deco style pouf with wood ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Ciottolo by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Ciottolo by Imperfettolab,
1999
Dimensions: W 162 x D 83 x H 54 cm
Materials : Fiberglass
Seat in fibreglass.
Avalaible in Black, White / Gold, Chrome.
Imperfetto Lab
Who...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Déjà Vu Chair in Black Leather and Brushed Brass
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Déjà Vu chair is composed of a wooden shell padded with different densities polyurethane foam and finished with an upper layer of acrylic fiber.
The seat is available completely cov...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Beivars Armchair by Delvis Unlimited
Located in Geneve, CH
Beivars armchair by Delvis Unlimited
Dimensions: D 58 x W 66 x H 75 cm
Material: Steel. Leather.
Finishes: Bronze.
Designed by Gianluca Cozzarolo.
Available upholstered in all leather or fabric.
A roomy and inviting padded chair, with a simple, slender steel frame that supports organic, voluminous cushions upholstered in high-quality leather or fabric, creating excellent ergonomic comfort.
The Delvis Unlimited brand consists of limited-edition furniture...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Déjà Vu Chair in Textured Fabric and Black Matte Metal
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Déjà Vu chair is composed of a wooden shell padded with different densities polyurethane foam and finished with an upper layer of acrylic fiber.
The seat is available completely cov...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Viva Grana Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Grana Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Please contact us.
VIVA BENCH.
Designed by C...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Set of 2 Pink Ribbon Chairs, Designed by Nika Zupanc
By Nika Zupanc
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2)
The Ribbon chair is the object that expresses the female language of Nika Zupanc with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Italian modern metal rod and perforated metal sheet black metal chair, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern metal rod and perforated metal sheet black metal chair, 1980s
Chair with a rectangular base in black painted metal rod. The structure is made up of a single metal rod ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Chachachá Pouf by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Chachachá Pouf by Houtique
Dimensions: H 45 x D 35 cm
Materials: Velvet upholstery, Wood
Art-deco style pouf with wood structure and velvet fabric. 4 modules connected by wooden sle...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Tube Chair in Canaletto Walnut, Upholster Seat, by Giopato & Coombes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This tube chair is available with a Canaletto wood structure, and an upholstered seat in the listed fabrics. The tube chair is also available in beech and solid oak wood.
Cristiana Giopato...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Viva Blue Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Blue Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Please contact us.
VIVA BENCH.
Designed by Ca...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
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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