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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Style: Modern
Vintage Modern Black & Chrome Cantilever Chair by United Chair Co Style of Steel
By Steelcase
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage modern black & chrome cantilever chair by United Chair Company in the style of Steelcase. Comprised of a chrome cantilever frame, black plastic armrests, and its original black hopsacking fabric with button details. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1970’s.
What an EXQUISITE chair!!! This fabulous black and chrome cantilever chair was made by United Chair Company and it’s in the style of Steelcase. It is comprised of a gorgeous chrome cantilever frame with black plastic armrests, and it is wearing its original black hopsacking fabric with button detail on the seat back and cushion. Super stylish and super comfortable!! We say this chair is mostly modern...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Invito Solid Wood Stool, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A simple and refined design in which solid walnut finds its highest expression. The Invito solid wood stool combines timeless style with authentic and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Floor Model Sale, Oak, Bluff Side Chair Left, Hardwood, Sculptural Side Chair
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Bluff side chair is an homage to the foothills surrounding Luft Tanaka's hometown of Kasugai, Japan. Poetic and architectural; planar yet curvy, the Bluff side chairs are sculptu...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Set of 4 Purple Circo Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 Purple circo lounge chair by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings.
Technique: made from recycled plastic. Weaved by local c...
Category
2010s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rêverie x Judge Dogbed in Green, Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Rêverie x Judge by Alexandre Ligios
Plush Seat, Casamance Fabric
Medium: 35.4" W x 27.6" D x 23.6" H = $2,950
Small: 27" W x 21" D x 18" H = $1,000
Inspired by clouds and the ico...
Category
2010s Moroccan Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Apollo Dinning Chair, Modern, Sculptural, Red Steel Frame and Red Wool
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Apollo dining chair creates its own graceful simplicity, by presenting its fine metal loops outwards at each side, rather than to the front. Th...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Garcon Chair in Black Nubuck Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Garcon Chair is more than steel and leather, rather a perfect minimalist blend of those two materials. Supple leathers contrast beautifully against t...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
"Joca" Chair with arms, Solid Wood and Customized Handwoven
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
When she created Joca chair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the master designer Joaquim Tenreiro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Polyester, Wood
Sigve Knutson Wood Chair, Shelf Manufactured by Sigve Knutson, Oslo, 2019
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sigve Knutson
Wood chair
Manufactured by Sigve Knutson
Oslo, Norway, 2019
Wood, ash
Measurements:
43 cm x 50 cm x 80 H cm
16.92 in x 19.68 in x 31.49 H in
Edition
Unique...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair Contemporary Kitchen Counter Bar Stool Brass Metal & Black Leather Sample
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Showroom sample
The Hug contemporary counter stool is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibil...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hawa Beirut Naked Chair by Richard Yasmine
Located in Geneve, CH
Hawa Beirut naked chair by Richard Yasmine
Materials: Structure in powder coated metal, fabric upholstery
Dimensions: H 92 cm x W 46cm x D 47cm.
HAWA...
Category
2010s Lebanese Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Black Metal & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Prototype Richard Schultz for Steelcase Sheet Metal Dining Chair from Circa 1985
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz sheet metal dining chair prototype for Steelcase, dating to circa 1985. This is a marvelous and rare example. The frame is in very good shape wit...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Smile Chair
Located in Milan, IT
Playing on texture contrast, this chair will put a pop of positivity into any room with its eccentric backrest showcasing a large smiley face emoji. Part of the Pop Collection inspir...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Customizable ClassiCon Munich Armchair by Sauerbruch Hutton
Located in New York, NY
Modern art of the 20th and 21st centuries deserves an appropriate setting, with a building and its furniture that is just as modern. Berlin architects Sauerbruch Hutton were thus fac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Dining Chair Motto with Armrests by WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
Motto Dining Chair with Armrests – Modern Elegance and Personalized Comfort
Elevate your space with the Motto Dining Chair with Armrests, a perfect balance of modern elegance and ev...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Antique Copper Cloud Chair by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cloud Chair
Antique Copper
Hand Repoussé
Limited Edition
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto s...
Category
2010s Modern Chairs
Materials
Copper
Louis XV Dining Chair
By Guerra Vanni
Located in Milan, IT
Combining curved forms, comfort and luxury, this elegant dining chair is inspired by traditional Louis XV styles. Crafted from solid beech with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
2008 Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair Black Sets Avail
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (multiple chair or sets are available) Eames Aluminum Group Executive high back desk chair. These examples were produced in 2008 (a few in 2009) and are upholstered in gorgeous black leather. The desk chairs are in excellent condition, showing only some light wear from use. The aluminum frame gleams. These chairs are guaranteed as authentic Herman Miller examples. They will have either the Eames office tag or the Herman Miller Eames anniversary...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian modern rectangular chair with black fabric and yellow metal, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Rectangular chair with black fabric and yellow metal, 1980s
Chair with rectangular seat and backrest, padded and covered in bla...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Invito Solid Wood Stool, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A refined and simple design, where the premium solid walnut in oil finish is used in its maximum expression. The central screw, entirely in wood, is the result of the work of expert ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Outdoor Chair Aluminium Structure Removable Cover Water Repellent Customizable
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Lightweight outdoor chair with armrests, inspired by one of Sicily's most intriguing islands. Made of matt white aluminum and cushions in differentiated density polyurethane foam, re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arches Dining Chair, Brass & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Chair Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2021
Honorable Mention at the European Product Design Awards 2021
The Arches dining chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Jungle Chair with Cushion by Qvinto Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Jungle Chair With Cushion by Qvinto Studio
Unique Piece. Handmade.
Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 114 cm.
Materials: stainless steel and wool.
In Jungl...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Jenga Chair with Cushion by Qvinto Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Jenga Chair With Cushion by Qvinto Studio
Unique Piece. Handmade.
Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 114 cm.
Materials: stainless steel and wool.
The Jenga is the chair which most vis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Elettrica Chair with Cushion by Qvinto Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Elettrica Chair With Cushion by Qvinto Studio
Unique Piece. Handmade.
Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 114 cm.
Materials: stainless steel and wool.
In t...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
21st Century Masai Armchair in Wodabe Fabric by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Emblematic of the ethnic mood of the ETRO Home Interiors 2019 collection, the Masai armchair is a tribute to Africa: the reference to the African continent can be found in its shape ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Set of 2 Loulou Chairs by Shin Azumi
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 LouLou chairs by Shin Azumi
Materials: base in black or white or chromed lacquered metal, seat and back in natural oak veneer or black or white stained.
Technique: Lacque...
Category
2010s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Kitchen Counter Bar Stool Black Metal & Natural Tobacco Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Counter stool in black smoke polished steel and Natural Tobacco saddle leather.
The phrases "Less is more" and "God is in the detail" from the German-American architect and industri...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Solid Wood Sculptural Accent Side Chair, Bluff Side Chair Left, White Oak
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Bluff side chair is an homage to the foothills surrounding Luft Tanaka's hometown of Kasugai, Japan. Poetic and architectural; planar yet curvy, t...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Load 647 White Chair by Emilio Nanni
Located in Milan, IT
Masterful use of first-rate materials defines this exquisite chair designed by Emilio Nanni, an elegant design that pairs well with a neutral-toned modern decor. The formal simplicit...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Rope, Ash
McGuire, Bamboo Set Of 4 Chairs With Orange Cushions
By McGuire
Located in IT
Set of 4 chairs with bamboo frame and orange silk cushions.
The armchairs have a curved bamboo backrest to create a comfortable support for the back, conservatively restored. The b...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Set of 2 Upholstered Dao Chairs by Shin Azumi
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 upholstered DAO chairs by Shin Azumi
Materials: stackable chair, black or white lacquered metal frame. Seat covered in imitation leather
Technique: Lacquered metal, natural ...
Category
2010s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1 sass stool from Souda. We offer three different shapes (A, B, & C). This listing is for 'A', which is the stool in the first image. 'B' and 'C' are available in...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Ash
Recalled Pink Kenzo and White Teddy Brass Chair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
The recalled kenzo pink chair brings out your resonance for antiquity with its fine workmanship and aesthetic form combined with practical comfort.
Measures: length: 17.7'' / depth:...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Nubuck Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
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
Velvet, Linen, Bouclé, Mohair, Leather, Wood
Modern Dining Chair Flock CS2 in Kvadrat Vidar 4 Fabric by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
The "Flock" collection embodies the idea that home should be a haven of comfort, a sanctuary, and a gathering place adorned with personalized, character-rich, and visually striking statement objects. The name "Flock" reflects its role as a tranquil oasis and central meeting space within the home, where soft, voluptuous forms, natural materials, and pleasing tactile surfaces create an ambiance of warmth and cocooning.
Designer Kateryna Sokolova explains, "Home is the most intimate place for rest, comfort, and gathering, and it should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching statement objects like Flock design pieces. In addition to the distinct shape, I wanted to create furniture that would become part of the family, a friend, intimate, and beloved."
Ergonomics plays a pivotal role in NOOM's design philosophy, ensuring that its products are aesthetically pleasing and incredibly comfortable. The Flock Chair...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé
Set of 4 Classic Contemporary Counter Barstool, Aged Brass Metal & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary counter stool 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 Chairs
Materials
Steel
Portugal Chair No.2
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Portugal Chair No2, 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
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
Rock Chair with Yellow Leather Seat by Marc Sadler
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A striking showcase of craftsmanship, this chair is distinguished for its unique combination of colors, materials, and ergonomic silhouette. Perfect for both a private studio and com...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Aro Chair, Merlot by Ries
Located in Geneve, CH
Aro Chair, Merlot by Ries
Dimensions: W60 x D60 x H67,5 cm
Materials: round steel tube, high-density foam, and velvet upholstery
Also available: black, dark blue, mika, oceano,...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Solid Walnut Dining Chair Made to Order in Grey Leather
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This chair is defined by it’s soft and sensual lines to create a delicate design characterized by elegance and simplicity. The characteristic line of the backrest offers a unique vis...
Category
2010s European Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Sw Velvet Chair by Soft-Geometry
Located in Geneve, CH
SW velvet chair by Soft-geometry
Materials: Velvet, Stainless steel
Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 30” H
Chair dressed in crisp velvet upholstery on a simple arched frame in stainless st...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Load Chair by Emilio Nanni
Located in Milan, IT
A timeless design object, the Load chair is inspired by Scandinavian design and brings to life a new idea about the meaning of contemporary.? The chair is made from solid beechwood.?...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Customizable ClassiCon Adjustable Bar Stool No. 1 by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
Eileen Gray designed bar stools in several variations. The Bar Stool No. 1 is the simplest and most handsome of them all. It initially found itself, along with the folding mirror Cas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set Contemporary Chaise Lounge & Footstool Brass Metal & Dark Brown Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Modern style, wanderlust collection. Chaise lounge and footstool aged brass steel and dark brown leather
Serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details suc...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Set of 4 Dark Grey Jupiter Lassen Chairs by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 dark grey jupiter Lassen chairs by Lassen
Dimensions: W 58 x D 60 x H 88 cm
Materials: textile
The Lassen chair by Flemming Lassen, Magnus Sangild and Marianne Viktor ...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile
Invito Solid Wood Stool, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A simple and refined design in which solid walnut finds its highest expression. The Invito solid wood stool combines timeless style with authentic and natural beauty. Contemporary an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Frame Side Chair by Jialun Xiong
By Jialun Xiong
Located in Geneve, CH
Frame side chair by Jialun Xiong
Dimensions: 23”W x 21”D x 29”H inch
Materials: Metal, Suede.
COM/COL and custom size option available
“ I have an aptitude for exploring the...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Octavia Chair, Gray & Green by Laun
Located in Geneve, CH
Octavia chair, gray & green by Laun ( Handmade in Los Angeles )
Dawn Collection
Dimensions: H.79 D.107 W.79 cm
Materials: Brushed Aluminum Or Painted Fiberglass, Plolished Aluminum Feet, Indoor/Outdoor Fabric
Also Available: Octavia Chair Green and Multicolor, custom sizing, and finishes upon request.
Taking inspiration from the vivid symbolism in Octavia Butler...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Contemporary Natural Beige Fiberglass Cubic Lounge Chair with Cusion by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Cubic lounge by kar
Dimensions: W 74 x D 80 x H 69 cm
Materials: FRP
Available in black
Kar, is the root of Sanskrit Karma, meaning karmic repetition. We seek the cause and effect i...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Two Modern Dining Chair Gropius CS1 in Different Fabrics by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
New Noom furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and concise...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
XL Dining Chairs In Mint Green Performance Velvet With Matching Green Tone Legs
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This oversized dining chair is designed with a sloped backrest that provides enhanced support. The seat is upholstered in high-density foam, ensuring a smooth and exceptionally comfo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Jannis Lounge Chair in Foam with Beige Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dainelli Studio, owned by the creative duo of Leonardo and Marzia Dainelli, designs JANNIS, a collection of upholstered furniture that are eminently suitable for contract use.
Two...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Customizable Artifort Apollo Lounge Chair by Patrick Norguet
Located in New York, NY
A sweeping stroke of elegant calligraphy. Poised. Open. Ergonomics at its best. Destined to be a classic. Designed by Patrick Norguet, the Apollo radiates balance and harmony. Develo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile
Modern Robert Marinelli Le Caprice Designer Shagreen Desk Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Modern Robert Marinelli Le Caprice Designer Shagreen Desk Arm Chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
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.