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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
16
5,698
681
172
to
542
3,800
1,921
6,551
1,299
2,628
8,518
6,551
1,294
650
360
238
191
187
184
175
172
164
147
137
111
102
84
72
1
5
675
5,870
17
176
425
12
14
11
39
68
106
175
81
Height
to
Width
to
Depth
to
5,092
4,572
3,823
4,630
3,750
4,382
3,696
4,522
3,728
4,217
3,648
4,518
2,941
2,997
2,403
1,449
1,370
4,814
2,182
926
687
489
235
180
160
135
103
Style: Modern
Tre Sedie grigie Modello 441 Bigframe di Alberto Meda per Alias 2000
By Alias, Alberto Meda
Located in Milano, IT
Gruppo di 3 sedie, in alluminio e la seduta e lo schienale in rete plastificata. Buone condizioni.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Minimalist Organic Chair in Solid Wood, camel leather Seating tone
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Plump Chair by Ian Cochran, Represented by Tuleste Factory
By Ian Cochran
Located in New York, NY
A continuation of the Plump series of sculptural furniture. The shapes play upon the effect that resin has as light is refracted through the solid parts. The chair is only held toget...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chairs
Materials
Resin
1980s Postmodern Sculptural Arc Chairs - a Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
These chairs are incredible. Very heavy with a wooden swivel base in excellent condition. Use as is or redo in glue favorite fabric.
DIMENSIONS: 32ʺW × 32ʺD × 31ʺH
STYLES: Modern...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Duo of Fast Forest chairs
Located in LYON, FR
We have had these aluminum chairs that we love professionally powder-coated in a current color that will fit perfectly into your garden or terrace. Indeed, initially intended for out...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, cian textiles Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
LaPalma Vintage Cognac Vegetal Leather Chair
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Great dining chair in vegetal natural saddle cognac leather. Manufactured in Italy by Lapalma.
The leather is in vegetal natural leather which is now cognac.
Beautiful backrest.
The ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ballerina Chair - Version: T
Located in Jaipur, IN
The Ballerina Chair, a masterpiece of design by Siddhant Bothra from XYZ DESIGNS, embodies the essence of ballet—stability, balance, and expressive freedom—through meticulous craftsm...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Chairs
Materials
Linen, Foam, Wood, Ash
Column Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Column Chair brings a striking architectural silhouette to any space. Solid steel rods transition into scrolls at the top of the chair, evoking classic ionic columns. The flared ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Bride’s Veil Static Chair by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Static Chair by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 75 x W 83,2 x H 68,6 cm.
Materials: Upholstery, steel and smoked brass.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polished...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Bride’s Veil Static Chair With High Back by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Static Chair With High Back by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 85,7 x W 91,4 x H 121,9 cm.
Materials: Upholstery, steel and polished chrome.
Solid steel bar available in a ...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Bride’s Veil Static Chair by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Static Chair by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 75 x W 83,2 x H 68,6 cm.
Materials: Upholstery and powder-coated steel.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polished...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Copper, Steel
Pair of Car Designer Pininfarina for Reflex Angelo Occasional Chairs
By Reflex, pinin farina
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of RRP £1980 occasional chairs designed by the racing car manufacturer Pininfarina for Reflex Angelo
The chairs are simply st...
Category
20th Century German Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Bride’s Veil Static Chair by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Static Chair by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 75 x W 83,2 x H 68,6 cm.
Materials: Upholstery, steel and burnt copper.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polished...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Copper, Steel
Minimalist Organic Chair in natural Solid Wood, black leather Seating tone
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Bride’s Veil Static Chair by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Static Chair by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 75 x W 83,2 x H 68,6 cm.
Materials: Upholstery, steel and smoked brass.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polished...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, cian textiles Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Minimalist Organic Chair in Solid Wood, camel leather Seating tone
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, camel leather Seating tone
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Minimalist Organic Chair in natural Solid Wood, black leather Seating tone
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, off-white textiles Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, camel leather Seating tone
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
6 Original Thonet 209 Dining chairs with rare blue upholstery
By Thonet
Located in Rümmingen, BW
The Thonet 209 is a timeless classic. The brother Thonet designed this elegant Chair design already in 1900. This chair has a simple and minimal aesthetic which almost gives the chai...
Category
1990s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, black leather Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, black leather Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, off-white textiles Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE."
Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
V-Bench in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
V-bench in Iroko wood by Arno Declercq
Dimensions: W 180 x D 38 x H 55 cm
Materials: burned and waxed Iroko wood
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art dealer who makes bespok...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
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
Set 3 Counter Height Stool w. Backrest Black Leather & Black Rubber Metal Sample
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Those chairs were part of our exhibition at last Maison Objet show in Paris as display product.
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director cha...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Italian modern set of four solid wood chairs, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern set of four solid wood chairs, 1980s
Set of four chairs with structure entirely in solid wood.
1980 approx.
Good conditions
Measurements in 43x46x76h cm and seat 42h c...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
6 FENDI CASA Dining Chairs
By Fendi Casa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful set of 6 FENDI CASA original dinging chairs `Elisa` are very beautiful and unique in their classical but modern appearance. They are covered with a blue, slightly shi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Textile
70s Hall Chair
Located in London, GB
Hall chair hand embroidered with circles motif employing bullion, beads, silk, and metallic threadwork. 70s style design.
This chair is part of a trio.
The other two chairs still hav...
Category
2010s British Modern Chairs
Materials
Metallic Thread
'Infantes Chair', black, La Caja
By La Caja
Located in MADRID, ES
Designed by CASA&JARDÍN in the early 90s, the Infantes Chair is a contemporary adaptation of Habsburg furniture. In place of the wood the monarchs once used, the structure of the Inf...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Modernist Lounge Chair in Woven Ivory Fabric by Pierre Frey
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Contemporary armchair designed by Goncalo Compos for Pierre Frey. The modernist chair features a suspended backrest with graphic angular lines against a round base. Completely uphols...
Category
2010s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Upholstery, Beech
Italian modern wooden chairs with brown leather seating, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern wooden chairs with brown leather seating, 1970s
Set of three chairs with square seat. The seat is in brown leather, it is fixed to the backrest via two metal strips th...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
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
Sculptural Contemporary Bar Stool, Black Smoke Metal & Black Leather Sample
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Showroom sample
The Hug contemporary barstool 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
Sculptural Organic Contemporary Bar Stool Old Silver & Black Leather Sample
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary barstool is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility of the double 3.5 ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Estella Chair Design By Mehmet Orel for Capella
Located in İnegöl, TR
As Capella, our job is to ensure the perfect harmony between materials and present them to you in the most accurate and compatible way. We give them a soul and a life. This is our fi...
Category
2010s Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Modern Folding chair Tric Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni Bonacina Italy 2000
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Folding chair Tric by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Bonacina, 2000s
Folding chair mod. Tric entirely in transparent plexiglass. The seat and backrest are ro...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plexiglass
Pair Spaghetti Chair by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias, 1980s
Located in Den Haag, NL
These beautiful Spaghetti chairs were designed by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias in Italy in the 1980s. It has chrome-plated steel frames and light beige straps. All PVC tapes are...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
PVC
Cockpit chair, modern Italian, made of vienna straw wood and steel, ca 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Cockpit chair, modern Italian, made of vienna straw wood and steel, ca. 1970.
Cockpit chair, with Vienna straw seat and back and curved wood to form the seat frame, finished with a r...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Finn Juhl in 1945, relaunched in 2003.
Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in Denmark.
In the Autumn of 1945, Finn Juhl presented the 45 Chair at the annual Cabi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mera Chair
By Kam Ce Kam
Located in London, GB
Inspired by a traditional cane chair design, this chair is a contemporary version of a much loved classic that we have seen in many forms. The spoke-shaved frame is a solid ash, give...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Rattan, Ash
lina bo bardi giraffe stool
Located in 東御市, JP
giraff stool manufactured by Baraúna designed by Lina Bo Bardi.
This carbon version is not normally sold. It was probably created as a prototype. So it means early product.
Category
1990s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Black Lacquered and Brass Horseshoe Lounge Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Asian modern black lacquered horseshoe back lounge chairs with brass fittings. Manufactured by the Century Furniture Company. Each chair measures 30.5" wide, 29.5" deep, 29...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Tramawood 22 Bench by Humberto da Mata
Located in Geneve, CH
Tramawood 22 bench by Humberto da Mata
Dimensions: L 170 x W 45 x H 45 cm
Materials: Solid Freijó structure, foam, plywood and w...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Foam, Wood, Plywood
Lee Broom - Hanging Hoop Chair Brass
By Lee Broom
Located in New York, NY
Suspended from above, two brass plated steel circular hoops join to create the Hanging Hoop Chair, with a seat and backrest upholstered in Kvadrat wool.
Finishing:
Brushed brass pl...
Category
2010s British Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Stag T by Rick Owens
By Rick Owens
Located in Geneve, CH
Stag T by Rick Owens
Dimensions: L 55 x W 30 x H 44 cm
Materials: Plywood (natural), antler moose
Weight: 7.3 kg
Each piece is unique and may differ as the ...
Category
2010s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Antler, Plywood
Pair of Original Red Carimate Armchairs by Vico Magistretti
Located in MADRID, ES
Vico Magistretti (6 October 1920 - 19 September 2006) was an Italian industrial designer, dedicated to furniture and architecture.
He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic in 1945, and became a follower of Ernesto Nathan Rogers. During the 1950s he devoted himself to designing mass-produced furniture. Some of his lamps are famous, such as the so-called Eclisse.
Some of his designs can be found in important museums in Europe, the United States and Japan. The MoMA in New York houses objects...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Straw, Zebra Wood
Rare Translucent Molded Side Chair
Located in Princeton Junction, NJ
Rare Translucent Molded Side Chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Peacock Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Peacock Easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Rattan
Also available in other colors.
Dimensions: 68.5 cm x 90 cm x H 198 cm
Peacock is a modern take on the traditional wick...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
White Playdough Chair by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
White playdough chair by kar
Materials: FRP
Dimensions: 37 x 39 x 89 cm
*This piece is suitable for outdoor use.
Soft like cotton, with a strong cont...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Contemporary Facet Lounge Chair in Brass and Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Facet Lounge Chair w/ Cream Lacquer
Brass
Hand Repoussé
Cream Lacquer
Contemporary
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammeri...
Category
2010s Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
French modern black chairs by Philippe Gonnet for Protis Editions, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
French modern black chairs by Philippe Gonnet for Protis Editions, 1980s
Set of six chairs with rectangular seat. The chair develops "forwards" following a diagonal line. The seat is...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Selene Chair - White
Located in Princeton Junction, NJ
Selene Chair - White
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Steel Gold Arch Bench by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Steel gold arch bench by Pietro Franceschini.
Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia.
Materials: Steel.
Finishes available:...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Aqua Botanica Stool by WL Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Aqua Botanica Stool by WL Ceramics
Designer: Edward van Vliet
Materials: Porcelain
Dimensions: H40 x Ø40 cm
At WL CERAMICS we make porcelain with passion. We are a family run compa...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Chairs
Materials
Porcelain
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.
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Wegner Woven
Mid Century Italian Plywood Chair
Baroque Style Chair
Arts And Crafts Oak Chair Antique
Ribbon Back Chairs
Used Steel Folding Chairs
Hollywood Regency Velvet Chair
Mahogany French Art Deco Chair
Heart Chair Retro
Gold Italian Dining Chairs
Geometric Office Chair
Ponti Style Dining Chairs
Low Back Side Chair
Modern Circle Chair
Ear Chair
Mid Century Wood Square Chairs
Ornately Carved Chairs
Red Patterned Chair