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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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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Style: Modern
IBIZA Contemporary Yellow Velvet Chair by Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
IBIZA Chair by Alexandre Ligios, Represented by Tuleste Factory W 39.4" x H 35.4" x D 37.4" Wooden structure and velvet fabrics Symmetrical and rounded ...
Category

2010s Moroccan Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Italian modern set of four wooden Milano chairs by Aldo Rossi for Molteni, 1987
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern set of four wooden Milano chairs by Aldo Rossi for Molteni, 1987. Set of four Milano model chairs, with a light wooden structure with a square shape, with a backrest a...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Round Soft Beige Lamp Chair with Gold Colored Legs by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Tomyris chair by Pietro Franceschini Sold Exclusively by Galerie Philia Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti Dimensions: W 79 x H 75 cm Materials: Lamb and ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Moroso Shortwave Chair by Diesel Living
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Although this chair is small in stature with a feminine side, it still has a lot of attitude. Perfect as a dining chair or side chair, the wing arms are designed for style and functi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Polyester, Birch, Ash

Daina-up Chair with Full Back by Fratelli Boffi
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning series of curves distinguish the elegant and playful design of this chair. Either displayed with multiples around a dining table or behind a Classic desk, this will be a t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Contemporary Armchair Offered in Wood & Metal Detailing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary dining armchair crafted of solid wood frame, with leather upholstered seat and back cushions in green leather. Available upholstered in various fabrics, leather or C.O....
Category

2010s European Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Tropical Chair with Hand-Woven Seat and Back in Caribbean Walnut
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The chair features a simple and lightweight structure. Its clean lines, with smooth, rounded edges, complement the meticulous handcrafted weaving. Made by a family of artisans from Bacalar, the weaving uses the "ojo de perdiz" technique with cotton or nylon thread. The design of this chair is inspired by the wicker rocking chairs and armchairs traditionally made in Yucatán. Today, this tradition is fading, along with the art of hand-weaving chairs. Therefore, the intention behind the Cocom Collection is to preserve and revive this legacy. The Cocom Collection merges tradition and modernity, elevating craftsmanship with exceptional attention to detail. It employs various endemic tropical wood from southern Mexico, giving each piece a vibrant tropical personality. The chairs, armchairs, and rockers are available in a variety of weaving colors. _ design: Ania Wolowska finish: wax weaving: cotton or nylon available in: Caribbean Walnut...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Hardwood, Walnut

Pebbled Black Leather & Blackened Steel Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek and refined, the Inheritance Collection Chair by Stephen Kenn is a great addition to nearly any space. This chair is upholstered in a rich black leather from the Moore & Gi...
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Metal

21st Century, Modern, Maçka Bench, Coated Metal Structure & Upholstery
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Maçka, defined by its juxtaposed simple geometrical forms, is a seating collection consisting of dining & corner chairs, bar stool and love & lounge benches. The designs elegantly re...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Viva Purple Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Bench by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Purple Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Bench by Houtique Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood Also available in different colours. Please contac...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Customizable ClassiCon Euvira Rocking Chair by Jader Almeida
Located in New York, NY
The Euvira rocking chair by Jader Almeida is a masterful blend of yesterday and today, lightness and solidity. With its precisely orchestrated flowing li...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Ledermann Chair by Tom Kelley
Located in Milan, IT
The Ledermann chair's seat and back are joined and completely covered in taupe-colored leather. The frame and four tapered, conical legs are made from gray ash wood. Its sturdy, shar...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 'Décade' Dining Chairs by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the 'Décade' chair by Design Frères, the perfect blend of French 60's style and contemporary comfort. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this chair features a h...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Cassina “Luisa” Chair by Franco Albini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully constructed chair with floating back design. Signed by Cassina. Two available. Priced individually.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

RAOUL SWIVEL CHAIR - Modern Ultra Suede Swivel Chair with Brass Base
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
RAOUL SWIVEL CHAIR - Modern Ultra Suede Swivel Chair with Brass Base The Raoul Chair is a luxurious and stylish piece of furniture that is inspired by the iconic fashion designer J...
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

70's Feel Modern Boucle, Brass & Carved Walnut Oromo Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This bespoke, luxurious, lounge chair is part of the Oromo collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. The Oromo collection is inspired by 70's surface design, the backrest of this chair has a tactile, sculpted surface that is meticulously, mechanically carved, the entire process taking over 50 hours. This nod to 70's furniture and surface design fused with sensual curves and a minimal aesthetic results in a highly individual unique lounge chair design. The Oromo lounge chair is upholstered in a cream boucle, this upholstery together with the carved walnut timber backrest gives the chair a distinct mid century modern vibe which will complement most interior design styles...
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Neto Modern Chair from Costantini in Wood Frame and Argentine Leather
Located in New York, NY
Costantini prides itself in using the hardest and most beautiful hardwoods in the construction of its line of seating. The Neto Chair has a gently curved back leg, with sleek, straig...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mimbre Chair
Located in Mérida, MX
Piece and materials inspired by a childhood surrounded by ''wicker furniture'' , which also goes by the names "rattan" and "wicker," at our grandparents' house, the woven wicker adds...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Cedar

Mimbre Chair
Mimbre Chair
$3,500 / set
Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Beech Prague Model 811 Chairs in Black and Leather Weave
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In the 1920s, Michael Thonet's company crafted the iconic No. 811 Bentwood Chair. Josef Hoffmann is commonly credited with creating the "Prague chair," the design is also attribute...
Category

1960s European Vintage Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Cane

Minimal style, solid wood chair, textiles or leather seatings
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired by the B-52 plane design, thi...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Hardwood

Set of 3 Contemporary Bar Stool Black Smoke Metal & Black Leather Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary barstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Brass Gold Arch Long Bench by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass gold arch bench by Pietro Franceschini Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia Materials: Brass Finishes available: Natural, satin, polished, aged Dimensions: W 155 x L 31.5 x 43cm ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Greige Leather and Walnut Finish Armchair, Soft Comfort — Abra Collection
Located in Miami, FL
An Abra armchair by Uultis with walnut finish and greige leather. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Abra armchair offers a refined bala...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Marble Chair by Jonathan Hansen
Located in Geneve, CH
Marble low table by Jonathan Hansen 12 Editions + 1 AP Dimensions: 40.6 x 50.8 x 71 cm Materials: Calacatta marble, architectural bronze, resin ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Kissing Sofa, Modern, Sculptural, Rounded, Bronze Metal, Cream Boucle Fabric
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Kissing sofa and Kissing armchair feature two semi-circle layers; one bearing the cupped seat and a second forming the back-rest. All the lines are covered w...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Indoor Lulu Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor Lulu Easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Abaca, Nylon, Steel. Also available in other colors and for o...
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hollywood Regency Style Dining Chair with Slimmed Down Armrests
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This dining chair is a tribute to the golden age of filmmaking, featuring the Classic Hollywood Regency look. Its deep seat, open back and slimmed down upholstered armrests brings back the retro glam...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Customizable Artifort Moulin Chair by Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
A good, old-fashioned chair designed by the late Pierre Paulin. Previously in the collection of Thonet France, it now completes the Artifort collection. The design of the Moulin date...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile

Reeves Swivel Bar or Counter Stool W/ Ash stained Walnut legs & Brass Finish.
Located in Westport, CT
Swivel bar stool with Ash legs stained Walnut #2 and satin brass finish accents. Seat and back shown upholstered in green leather. Available in bar height (30" seat height), counter ...
Category

2010s Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Moca Bar Chair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 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 Co...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Armchair in Premium Leather Molteni&C by Gio Ponti Round D.154.5 - made in Italy
Located in New York, NY
Armchair in Premium Leather Molteni&C by Gio Ponti Round D.154.5 - made in Italy More than 60 years after the original idea, Round (D.154.5) was rebo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Swing Rocking Chair in Teak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Upholstery Drake Sh
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Saba Italia Oltremare Armchair by Antonio Marras
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Oltremare Armchair by renowned designer Antonio Marras for Saba Italia. This exquisite piece is a true embodiment of luxury and style, featuring a sleek and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Life After Life Limited Edition Chair by Marcantonio
Located in Milan, IT
Part of a limited-edition series of only eight pieces by designer-artist Marcantonio, this wooden chair stands between art and design, present and future: inspired by traditional shapes and realized with traditional methods yet utterly innovative, unique, and eccentric. Finished in a dramatic black lacquer, the chair features a single armrest...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Free Form Organic Shape, Hand-sculpted Natural Beige Fiberglass Armchair by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Knead armchair by kar Dimensions: W 75 x D 55 x H 110 cm Materials: FRP Available in black Kar, is the root of Sanskrit Karma, meaning karmic repetition. We seek the cause and effec...
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Contemporary Nelligan Chair
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Nelligan chair emerges as an unfinished structure, rooted within the internal confines of the solidity of a cube. This latter, envisioned as the epitome of stability, stands in s...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Distressed Caramel Leather Armchair with Walnut Veneer Frame, Abra Collection
Located in Miami, FL
An Abra armchair by Uultis with walnut veneer and distressed caramel leather upholstery. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Abra armchai...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Walnut, Wood

Fried Egg Three 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

Modern English Dining Chairs (set of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern English dining chair, with graceful lines and a full curved back to accentuate comfort, a linen cover speaks to soft tactile luxury. From a board meeting to dinner for twelve,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, XL Size, Nubuck, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Laurence leather dining chair is an artistic tribute to the essence of femininity in con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet

Set of 2 Kartell One More Please Square Bar Stools in Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
If you want to sip a drink at the bar in peace and quiet, you need a comfortable tall stool with a back to lean against. Sometimes one drink is not ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Crystal

Papillonne Brass Plated Bar Chair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Papillonne Bar chair comes to your living area with its details, combining comfort with elegance. Dimensions: Length: 23.6'' / Depth: 19.6'' / H...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Faux Leather, Foam

Modern De Castro Dining Chair, Ruby Pink Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
De Castro Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The De Castro dining chair is a tribute to one of the most remarkab...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Bent Plywood Chair, Model 18 by Bruno Weir for Thonet, c. 1950
Located in New York City, NY
Bent Plywood Chair, Model 18, by Bruno Weir, Thonet, Austria, c. 1950 Cool, simple bent plywood chairs by Bruno Weir for Thonet.
Category

20th Century Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Gervasoni Armchair Saia 09 by David Lopez Quincoces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With balanced lines, the Saia upholstered collection is created from a classic ideal reinterpreted in a contemporary key. The name, meaning "skirt" in Portuguese, illustrates its dis...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

"Oscar" Minimalist Chair in Solid Wood with Leather or Fabric
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
When she created Oscar chair, Alessandra Delgado was inspired by the master architect Oscar Niemeyer´s work. The Oscar chair is made of solid wood and although very sturdy it is ligh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Canvas, Velvet, Polyester

Pair of miss dorn chair by Philippe Starck
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paire de chaises dites miss dorn par Philippe Starck.
Category

1980s French Vintage Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

De Sede DS 531 Chair without Armrest in Black Upholstery by De Sede Design-Team
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Simply beautiful. Or beautifully simple. Whoever settles into seating furniture from the DS-531 range is not only in for a comfortable and relaxing experience, thanks to the lowe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Baleri Italia Paloma Outdoor Chair in Steel by Radice Orlandini Studio
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Paloma, both outdoors and indoors, translates the gestural sketch of the pencil into a three-dimensional object, capturing on the paper the essence of a chair through a minimalistic ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Genuine Leather Modern Angular Suspended Sling Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Angular Sling chair is spacious, comfortable and striking in its looks. It has an air of functional elegance. It has an angular metal frame and is co...
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Shaker Counter Stool Chair by Ambrozia, Walnut, Sandle Vinyl & Brindle Cowhide
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The shaker modern counter stool chair is handmade to order from our unique Ambrozia black textured steel tubing frame and a premium vinyl upholst...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Dining Chair In Sled Base Offered In Leather
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This chair is crafted from steel and leather of very high resistance and quality: high-end materials guarantee the necessary flexibility while meeting high production requirements. ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-51 Chair in Nougat Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-51 swivel armchair helped establish De Sede’s worldwide reputation for Swiss hand craftsmanship and production of the highest quality. Optionally available with or without arm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Modern Italian Re-vive Lounge Chair and Ottoman By Natuzzi Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Italian White Quilted Leather Re-vive Lounge Chair and Ottoman By Natuzzi Newly Upholstered in a High End Full Grain Soft Italian White Leather - Set of 2 The Natuzzi Re-v...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Minimal Style, Solid Wood Chair, Special Textile Seating, Caning Backboard
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Cane

Set of Four Contemporary Oak Dining Chairs with Cane Backrests – Dumick Model
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
The Dumick model combines playful geometry with natural materials, resulting in a statement piece that bridges functionality and sculptural form. Crafted in solid oak with a curved o...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

"Revoar" Hanging Swing Chair in Natural Leather Handmade in Caramel
Located in Centro, RS
The project starts from leather threads, valuing the manual work of various craft techniques, such as braids, cords, chains and fringes. The chains were represented in three-dimensio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Striped Outdoor Chairs, Matte White and Beige Finish, Aluminum Frame.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of striped outdoor chairs, matte white and beige finish, aluminum frame. Immerse yourself in luxury with this outdoor chair. Featuring a matte white aluminum frame and plush be...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Portugal Chair No.8
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Portugal Chair No8, designed in 2024 This chair is part of a series with eight different designs with a graphic shaped backrest and structural legs. Hand-carved in solid walnut by s...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Portugal Chair No.8
Portugal Chair No.8
$3,330 / item
Red New Eiffel Tower Chair by Alain Moatti
Located in Geneve, CH
Red new Eiffel Tower chair by Alain Moatti Materials: Structure in epoxy lacquered cast aluminum (suitable for outdoor and indoor) Dimensions: D 41 ...
Category

2010s French Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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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