Modern Corner 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Original Massimo Iosa Ghini 1987 Italian Design Chair "Velox", 20th Century
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare furniture-sculpture, Design: Massimo Iosa Ghini, Moroso, Milano, 1987. Literature: N. Bellati, Neues italienisches design, 1990.
Material used is leather in silver, wooden ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Melides Chair/Bench combination
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Melides Bench, designed in 2024
This bench is a combination of four individual chairs, each formed from 8 slotted elements from which 7 form a curved seat.
The bench offers a big v...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Oak
Original Maurizio Peregalli 1988 Chair, Noto Zeus Milano Modern Art Piece
Located in Vienna, AT
Design: Maurizio Peregalli, Noto Zeus, Milano, 1988.
Square steel tube, powder-coated, seating- and backrest surface formed Polyurethan.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Iron
Customizable Walnut Finish Dining Chair with Off White Upholstery, Stuzi Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Stuzi dining chair by Sérgio Batista for Uultis embodies a harmonious blend of contemporary design and timeless craftsmanship. Featuring a sleek walnut wood finish, this chair ad...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood
Teak Wood Dining Chair with Oatmeal Fabric Upholstery, Stuzi Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Stuzi chair by Uultis Design pairs subtle sophistication with ergonomic comfort, making it a versatile addition to contemporary interiors. *Please check availability prior to pur...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery
Richmond Contemporary Dining Chair in Wood and Fabric
Located in London, GB
The Richmond chair is a dining chair designed for the foodies, the perfect chair for taking your time over a meal and designed to be used for a long ti...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hanging Leather Butterfly Chair Swing
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The timeless Butterfly Chair is a classic that has stood the test of time for over 80 years. Its story is one of transformation, adaptability, and evolution, making it an icon in the...
Category
2010s South African Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Steel
Modern Sling Chair Soft Leather
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the seat made of leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experienc...
Category
2010s South African Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Steel
Oxbend Chair 3 Legs, Dining Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This listing includes one three-legged Oxbend chair in American walnut hardwood.
The original inspiration for the entire Oxbend collection, this modern dining chair was designed b...
Category
2010s American Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Walnut
First Wood and Metal Chair, by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Milano Collection
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The First chair in enameled wood and metal, was originally designed in 1983 by Michele De Lucchi.
Michele De Lucchi was born in 1951 in Ferrara and graduated in architecture in Florence. During the period of radical and experimental architecture he was a prominent figure in movements like Cavart, Alchymia and Memphis. His architectural designs have been mainly for office buildings in Japan, in Germany, in Switzerland and in Italy. He has taken care of numerous art and design exhibitions and has planned buildings for museums as Triennale di Milano, Palazzo delle Esposizioni di Roma and Neues Museum...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Metal
Occasional Parchment Chair Carlo Bugatti Palazzetti Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a original Bugatti design.
He had only eight made for his own dining set.
This one is a limited license production by Palazzetti Italy.
Mahogany wood construction with parch...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Parchment Paper, Mahogany
Chainmail Chair by Panorammma
Located in Geneve, CH
Chainmail chair by Panorammma
Materials: steel, nickel plating
Dimensions: 120 x 60 x 60 cm
Panorammma is a furniture design atelier based in Mexi...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Lunar Chair in Cream Boucle Wool Fabric and Brushed Brass, by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
With Lunar chair, Lara Bohinc develops her stellar themes, finding inspiration in planetary and lunar orbits, whose gravitationally curved trajectories dri...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Brass
Teak Wood Armchair with Curved Seat and Back – Velo Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Velo armchair by Uultis embodies sculptural simplicity, crafted entirely from sustainably sourced teak veneer. Defined by its dynamic silhouette, the Velo features an organically...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Teak
Colony Armchair in Black Legs, Walnut Structure, Upholstered Cushions, by Skrivo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Colony armchair with metal base varnished is offered here in black, however, also available in white, silk grey, dusty grey, intense blue or bronze. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Wood
Alchemy Chair by Rick Owens
By Rick Owens
Located in Geneve, CH
Alchemy chair by Rick Owens.
2012
Dimensions: L 62 x W 50 x H 71 cm
Materials: Bronze, leather
Weight: 20 kg
Rick Owens is a California-born fashion and furniture has developed a un...
Category
2010s French Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Orbit Chair, Outdoor , Red Powder-Coated Steel and Stripe Fabric, in stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Orbit Chair is now available with outdoor specifics and can be left outside all year round, even in winter. The frame is made from powder coated stainless steel to protect it fro...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Oxbend Chair 3 Legs, Dining Seat in Charcoal Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This listing includes one three-legged Oxbend chair in American ash hardwood stained charcoal black.
The original inspiration for the entire Oxbend collection, this modern dining ...
Category
2010s American Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Ash
Teak and Oatmeal Upholstered Dining or Desk Chair, Curved Backrest - Bone Line
Located in Miami, FL
Sleek, sculptural, and built for comfort, the Bone dining or desk chair by Uultis highlights the natural warmth of teak wood paired with soft oatmeal upholstery. Crafted from sustain...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery
Waldo Chair by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Waldo chair by Pietro Franceschini
Materials: Mohair Velvet
Dimensions: W 60 x L 94 x H 57-93cm
Designed during a creative momentum in the relaxed Ita...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Modern Green Velvet Armchair Back in Fur, Polished Brass Legs
Located in Porto, PT
Max Armchair is a modern mid-century style armchair. This modern armchair brings details from the old days to contemporary design. The armchair design shape and exquisite materials l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Brass
MCR Lounge Chair By André Fu Living
By André Fu
Located in Admiralty, HK
a contemporary armchair that embraces a modern asian aesthetic. its lush upholstery, set against an expressive ash backrest, provides the ideal seating for lounging or entertainment.
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Ash
Niemeyer Armchair, Bouclé and Oak, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Golden Winner at the Muse Design Awards Competition 2022
The Niemeyer armchair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Niemeyer Dining Chair, COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind. The rounded lines of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric, Wood
Richmond Contemporary Dining Chair in Wood and Fabric
Located in London, GB
The Richmond chair is a dining chair designed for the foodies, the perfect chair for taking your time over a meal and designed to be used for a long ti...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Unique Pouf Marshmallow by Draga & Aurel
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique pouf marshmallow by Draga & Aurel.
Dimensions: W 120 D 120 H 38.
Materials: wool velvet.
Deliciously soft and fluffy. This is the design of mar...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Orbit Chair, Brushed Brass and Cream Boucle Wool Fabric, by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
With orbit chairs Lara Bohinc develops her stellar themes, finding inspiration in planetary and lunar orbits, whose gravitationally curved trajectories dri...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Brass
Modern Banquette, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
This elegant and functional modern banquette was designed by Jhon Ortiz and built in our Norwalk, CT workroom. Shown in Nobilis Opale 66, the banquett...
Category
2010s Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Maple
Niemeyer II Armchair, Fur and Oak, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022
The Niemeyer II fur armchair is named after the Brazili...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Fur, Oak
Contemporary Pair of Christian Astuguevieille Moisart Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing a striking pair of Contemporary Moisart chairs by the renowned designer Christian Astuguevieille, each a testament to his artistry and cultural resonance. These distincti...
Category
2010s French Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Hemp, Cord, Raffia, Rope
Niemeyer Dining Chair, Bouclé, Oak & Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind. The rounded lines of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Brass, Metal
Orbit Garden Chair, Outdoor , Pink Steel and Stripe Fabric, in stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Orbit Chair is now available with outdoor specifics and can be left outside all year round, even in winter. The frame is made from powder coated stainless steel to protect it fro...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
21st Century Modern Cream Bouclé Armchair Back in Fur, Polished Brass Legs
Located in Porto, PT
21th Century Modern Cream bouclé armchair back in fur, polished brass legs.
Max Armchair Cream is a modern mid-century style armchair. This mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Brass
Etched Brass, Walnut Timber and Ardmore Fabric Big Crocco Chair by Egg Desings
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Big Crocco lounge chair belongs to the Big Crocco collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
This high end, contemporary and bespoke Lounge chair...
Category
2010s South African Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Brass
Suspended Seating, Modern Thick Leather Sling Chair in Black
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the seat made of leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experienc...
Category
2010s Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Steel
Memphis Design Style Plumy Armchair Upholstered in Green Velvet w Curved Shape
Located in Porto, PT
Memphis Design Style Plumy Armchair Upholstered in Green Velvet w Curved Shape
Vonkli Armchair II Green is a Memphis Design style plumy armchair with a large seat and a small backrest. This chunky armchair, upholstered in green velvet, has a voluptuous silhouette that offers a neat yet seductive aesthetics to any modern living room or contemporary entryway. The vibrant colors and the fabric’s unique texture highlight the rich details and refinement of Vonkli Armchair II Green.
Materials: Upholstered in Velvet. Base in Gloss Black Lacquer.
Dimensions: width: 116 cm 45.7 in – depth: 115 cm 45.3 in – height: 75 cm 29.5 in – seat height: 42 cm 16.5 in
About Hommés:
HOMMÉS Studio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Lacquer
Licitra Chair by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Licitra chair by Pietro Franceschini
Dimensions: W 62 x D 71 x H 95 cm
Materials: Velvet (by Métaphores).
Somebody once said ...
Category
2010s French Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Licitra Chair by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Licitra chair by Pietro Franceschini
Dimensions: W 62 x D 71 x H 95 cm
Materials: Velvet (by Métaphores).
Somebody once said ...
Category
2010s French Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Memphis Design Style Plumy Armchair Upholstered in Red Velvet & Red Pattern
Located in Porto, PT
Memphis Design Style Plumy Armchair Upholstered in Red Velvet & Red Pattern
Vonkli Armchair I Ruby is a Memphis Design style plumy armchair with a large seat, a small backrest, and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Lacquer
Licitra Chair by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Licitra chair by Pietro Franceschini
Dimensions: W 62 x D 71 x H 95 cm
Materials: Mohair Velvet
Somebody once said that simplicity is the essence of happiness. So I dedicated this work to my friend Caterina Licitra.
Licitra chair challenges the ability to simplify, eliminating the unnecessary so that the necessary can speak. The hardedged and bold silhouette speaks a clean language made of a few primitive volumes that firmly fit together. The soft and bright texture of the yellow Pierre Frey Mohair brings a contrast. The blend is sculptural and playful making Licitra a love-at-first-sight.
The piece is locally manufactured in Milan and two versions in different fabrics will follow. The perfect location for the launch is the iconic Le Corbusier’s Unité...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Playful H Shape Orange Velvet Chair with Two Backrests by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Waldo chair by Pietro Franceschini
Materials: Mohair velvet
Dimensions: W 60 x L 94 x H 57-93cm.
Designed during a creative momentum in the relaxed It...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Licitra Chair by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Licitra chair by Pietro Franceschini
Dimensions: W 62 x D 71 x H 95 cm
Materials: Velvet (by Métaphores).
Somebody once said ...
Category
2010s French Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Set of 2 Licitra Chairs by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Licitra chairs by Pietro Franceschini
Dimensions: W 62 x D 71 x H 95 cm
Materials: mohair velvet
Somebody once said that simplicity is the essence of happiness. So I dedicated this work to my friend Caterina Licitra.
Licitra chair challenges the ability to simplify, eliminating the unnecessary so that the necessary can speak. The hardedged and bold silhouette speaks a clean language made of a few primitive volumes that firmly fit together. The soft and bright texture of the yellow Pierre Frey Mohair brings a contrast. The blend is sculptural and playful making Licitra a love-at-first-sight.
The piece is locally manufactured in Milan and two versions in different fabrics will follow. The perfect location for the launch is the iconic Le Corbusier’s Unité...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Olive Green Curvy Upholstered Armchair Inspired by Egypt's Nubian Architecture
Located in Cairo, EG
Olive Green curvy upholstered armchair inspired By Egypt's Nubian Architecture
The Nubia set is the heart of this Nubian collection. Nubian houses are typically built for entire f...
Category
2010s Egyptian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Luxury Living Weiner Chair by Gabriella Azstalos
Located in Miami, FL
The Wiener chair by Gabriella Aztalos is available in black lacquered wood. The seat back is made of Viennese made bamboo straw with matte natural finish.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Wood
Licitra Chair by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Licitra chair by Pietro Franceschini
Dimensions: W 62 x D 71 x H 95 cm
Materials: Velvet (by Métaphores).
Somebody once said ...
Category
2010s French Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Velvet
'The Quarry Collection' Bantam Chair, by Studio Artist, Ryan Dart, USA, 2017
Located in Bellport, NY
The Bantam Chair from ,The Quarry Collection. Two available now.
Ryan Dart is no ordinary designer and to quote him in his own words.
We have found that...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Wood, Birch
Modern contemporary chair in red blue yellow wood by Marc Morro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Silla 8 is the result of an exercise where flat plywood sheets are bent, under pressure and in a simple way, using different structures as support, achieving i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Unique Painted Handmade Sculpture Chair Dilmos Edizioni Colorful Geometric
Located in Milan, IT
Unique painted prototype of a wooden chair, entirely handmade by the author. The abstract and futuristic shape reminds of a utopian architecture, eternal in its uniqueness.
Unique p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Acrylic, Hardwood, Paint
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 Corner Chairs
Materials
Metal
Sclpt Bench by Onno Adriaanse
Located in Geneve, CH
SCLPT Bench by Onno Adriaanse, 2022.
Edition: 8 pieces for all three finishes.
(8x natural cork, 8x leather powder, 8x polyurethane).
Dimensions: H 5...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Reina Chair, Black Wood and Metal, Studio Mohs
By Zeynep Saz
Located in Istanbul , Istanbul
Reina is a sculptural chair that merges artistic expression with functional form. Defined by its towering backrest and rhythmic vertical lines, it commands presence as both a seating...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Modern Style Corner Chairs / Settee - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a versatile pair of corner chairs designed by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams for Bloomingdale’s. The tapered legs appear to be mahogany. The upholstery is in good shape. When ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
White Curvy Upholstered Armchair Inspired by Egypt's Nubian Architecture
Located in Cairo, EG
White curvy upholstered armchair inspired By Egypt's Nubian Architecture
The Nubia set is the heart of this Nubian collection. Nubian houses are typically built for entire familie...
Category
2010s Egyptian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Black Faux Leather Armchair with Black Matte Wood Frame, Stuzi Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Stuzi dining chair by Uultis offers a refined blend of form and function, combining a sleek black faux leather seat with a sculptural matte black wood frame. Its clean-lined silh...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Faux Leather
Bilge Lounge Chair
Located in Denver, PA
The Bilge lounge chair is made from reclaimed bourbon barrel staves from Kentucky and recycled leaf springs from New York City fire trucks. First, the n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Metal
Teak Wood Armchair with Natural Cane Back and Shaped Wooden Seat, Turn Line
Located in Miami, FL
A Turn teak wood armchair with natural cane back. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Turn armchair by Sérgio Batista for Uultis is a refined blend of natural materia...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Teak, Cane
Oxbend Chair 3 Legs, Dining Seat in White Ash Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This listing includes one three-legged Oxbend chair in American white ash hardwood.
The original inspiration for the entire Oxbend collection, this modern dining chair was designe...
Category
2010s American Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Ash
Modern corner chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern corner 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 corner chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern corner chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original corner chairs, popular names associated with this style include InsidherLand , Joana Santos Barbosa, Joanina and David Pastoll, and Lara Bohinc. 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 corner chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $192 and tops out at $33,155 while the average work can sell for $2,645.