Modern Loveseats
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Blue by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Kazuhide Takahama two-seater 'Marcel' sofa for Gavina, Italy, 1965
Located in London, GB
Japanese designer Kazuhide Takahama (1930–2010) started working in Kazuo Fuioka’s studio soon after completing his architecture studies in Tokyo. In 1957 he oversaw the design of Jap...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Loveseats
Materials
Cowhide
Italian 1940s Style Modern Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
Italian 1940s style (modern) loveseat with camel back design and flaired arms upholstered in light green velvet with one large seat cushion, two bolsters, ...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Pop Missoni Sofa by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop is the modular sofa with double cushion on the seat and armrests, making it soft, enveloping and even more comfortable.
The armchair is also enhanced with side cushions, giving...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Custom Upholstery 2-Seater Sofa by Garcia Cumini for LaCividina
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This piece is a testament to wood engineering excellence, with a solid beech frame crafted according to the principles of the Friuli “school of upholstery.”
One of its standout featu...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Hardwood, Upholstery
De Sede Leather Sofa by Stephan Hürlemann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-77/03 2-seat sofa by De Sede.
Technical details:
Standard configuration: Steel legs, matte dark nickel coating. Standard seat and back heights. Neck support in brushed stainle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Gufram Standard Colors Bocca Unlimited by Studio 65
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
On the occasion of its 50th anniversary, Bocca revolutionizes its image: 25 new colors dye Gufram’s iconic lips, which for the occasion are dressed up in an unprecedented, more mater...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool
Suelo Modern Loveseat
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern Loveseat is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfo...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Hardwood
Pure Bench Matteo Thun Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva 1920
By Matteo Thun
Located in Cantù, IT
Bench made from a single block of scented cedar. Distinguished by its minimalist and extremely natural design. Rests on feet made from the same wood.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Modern Patio Furniture, Suelo Slatted Loveseat
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Contact us for designer/trade pricing.
This Modern Patio Furniture - Suelo Slatted Loveseat is beautifully constructed in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is ...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Mahogany
Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Pale Green
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In Cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industrial vibe that extends Kartell's range of soft furnishings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Fernandine Two Seat Sofa, Brass & COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Fernandine walls are a part of History that embraces the city of Porto, located in the north of Portugal.
These medieval fortifications topped off by battlements were completed d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Illuminated Double Sided Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Vladimir Kagan Illuminated Double Sided Sofa. Has a walnut and acrylic frame and the original upholstery. The sides also illuminates.
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Acrylic, Walnut
Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Blue Orange
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an or...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Modern Black Leather Channeled Sofa with Pull Out Bed
Located in Queens, NY
English style contemporary Chesterfield tufted black leather sofa with pull out folding bed beneath two channeled seat cushions.
Category
20th Century French Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
Custom Curved Channel Back Sofa by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Custom curved channel back sofa by Carrocel. Displayed with a Gold Leafed Platform and luxurious fabric material. Featuring unique channel back desig...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Gold Leaf
Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Ivory Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In Cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industria...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Niemeyer Two Seat Sofa, Oak & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Materials
Oak
21st Century White Carrara Marble and Wood SPHERIC-O Sofa, Gallery Stock
Located in Carrara, IT
A fluid and harmonious line that tells an idea of soft, sensual and contemporary style. Designed for the living area and a pleasant feeling of comfort. The SPHERIC-O sofa is part of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Marble
Modern Patio Furniture, The Bali Collection
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This listing is for our 32" chair. All Modern Patio Furniture - The Bali Collection is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is simple, modern, and sl...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Mahogany
Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Blue by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Kartell Cara Chair Black Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industrial vibe that extends Kartell's range of soft furnishings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Customizable Artifort 905 Sofa in leather by Artifort Design Group
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
This design, dating from 1964, is still up to date. As slim and tender as your first love. A Classic that is now in production for its second time. Now available as contract seating...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Materials
Textile
Maple Lowback Suzy Wong Loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Maple lowback suzy wong loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Abaca, rattan, maple.
Also available in walnut.
Dimensions: 83 cm x 162 cm x H 64 cm
...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Materials
Rattan, Maple
Rotterdam Stool Giovanni Tomasini Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva1
By Riva 1920
Located in Cantù, IT
Stool made of a single block of scented cedar with an original design being a tribute to the cubic houses of the Dutch architect Piet Blom.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Ghidini 1961 Katana 2-Seat Sofa in Fabric by Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
In the Katana sofa, Paolo Rizzatto, being the refined and expert designer he is, puts great care in the proportions of the structural elements of the produ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric
Pop Duo Missoni Armchair by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop is the modular sofa with double cushion on the seat and armrests, making it soft, enveloping and even more comfortable.
The armchair is also enhanced with side cushions, giving...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Ghidini 1961 Love Chair Powder Rose in Polished Brass by Nika Zupanc
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Love is all around. Clench yours tight, hold it close, and bestow on it the shiny perch it so wishes it deserved. Love chair for Ghidini 1961 provides a sumptuously soft landing for the love you’ve decided to start domesticating. Seated on a pale soft cushion and subtly yet firmly supported by the airy twists of the brass heart backrest your love has just enough room to stay right where it is. Thus installed it stays beautiful and liberating, and offers you the love-keeper a golden grip on it to bind it, chain it, or lock it up and silently hope it never breaks...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Kartell Cara Chair Black Antracite by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industria...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Outdoor Leaf and Charcoal Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, this collection is composed of steel frames that have been zinc primed and powder coa...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
Walnut Highback Suzy Wong Loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut highback Suzy Wong loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Lampakanai, rattan, walnut.
Also available in maple.
Dimensions: 75 cm x 164.5 cm x H 122 cm
Woven panels c...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Materials
Rattan, Walnut
Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Ecru by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa by Khodi Feiz
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
The Bras invites you to make yourself comfortable, and embraces you. Reclining and taking it easy, or sitting cosily in a corner, enjoy the relaxation and comfort offered by this bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Materials
Textile
Maple Highback Suzy Wong Loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Maple highback Suzy Wong loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Abaca, rattan, maple.
Also available in walnut.
Dimensions: 75 cm x 164.5 cm x height 122 cm
Woven panels cre...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Materials
Rattan, Maple
Salvador Dalí Sofa Vis-à-Vis De Gala
Located in Geneve, CH
Salvador Dalí sofa Vis-à-Vis De Gala
Dimensions: 80 x 170 x 82 H cm
Materials: Wood, upholstery, brass, silk
Structure in solid wood.
Traditi...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Contemporary "Giotto" Unique Round Bed, Handmade in Italy, Mattress Included
Located in Milano, IT
Giotto is the perfect designer bed to be the center of the room. 360 degrees of beauty. The light frame in beveled Canaletto walnut hides a super-comfortable boxspring made up with wool and pocket springs. The timeless headboard, also in Canaletto walnut, encloses a Vienna straw panel that makes it a unique piece of luxury bedroom furniture.
Lying on a circular bed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Walnut
Stunning Custom Designed Round Ottoman with Stainless Steel Base
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful round loveseat/ottoman with upholstered top.
This beautiful ottoman can be used indoors or outdoors, it is perfect for homes with large livi...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ghidini 1961 Love Chair Ninfea in Polished Brass by Nika Zupanc
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Love is all around. Clench yours tight, hold it close, and bestow on it the shiny perch it so wishes it deserved. Love chair for Ghidini 1961 provides a sumptuously soft landing for ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Foz 3 Seat Sofa, Bouclé & Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Foz is a grand sofa that gathers surprising details of a beach located in Porto, in the north of Portugal.
Designed in layers, the contour of the sofa is an ode to the sea waves t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Waxed Walnut Leather & Blackened Steel Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
21st Century Woodstock Daybed in Velvet by Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A dormeuse with a welcoming and comfortable look, emphasized by the mattress conformation of the seat. Refined details such as the polished brass tips of the basement and the roll cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Ghidini 1961 Love Chair Malachite in Polished Brass by Nika Zupanc
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Love is all around. Clench yours tight, hold it close, and bestow on it the shiny perch it so wishes it deserved. Love chair for Ghidini 1961 provides a sumptuously soft landing for ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Pop Missoni Sofa 3 Seats by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop is the modular sofa with double cushion on the seat and armrests, making it soft, enveloping and even more comfortable.
The armchair is also enhanced with side cushions, giving...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Na Pali Three-Seat Sofa, Walnut & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Na Pali means “the cliffs” and is a breathtaking landscape located on Kauai, a volcanic island resulting from the rain and the blasts of winter waves against t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Arflex Hug Love Seat Low Backrest & Armrest in Gun Metal Grey by Roberto Menghi
By Roberto Menghi, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“Arflex has had the audacity and the farsightedness, in the course of the years, to cooperate with some of the greatest and prize-awarded architects and designers. Some icons are sti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric
Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Dove by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Loveseat, Settee or Bench by Jordan Mozer, Unique, One of a Kind Prototype
By Jordan Mozer
Located in Kansas City, MO
This small sofa / love seat / bench is a one of a kind prototype designed by Jordan Mozer, Chicago. This was never put into production due to high manufacturing costs. A rare opportu...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Wicker Sofa Loveseat with Matching Chair and Ottoman
Located in Sheffield, MA
Contemporary white washed wicker sofa/loveseat with matching lounging armchair and ottoman. Great for porch, patio or garden room.
Armchair measures: 34 x 33 x 30 inches.
Rattan, s...
Category
20th Century American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wicker
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Moss Green High Wing Back Sofa or Settee
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, modern and intimate Scandinavian Danish love seat, settee, sofa or couch in the Mid-Century Modern style in moss green felt upholstery with a...
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Hand-Dyed Indigo Canvas and Antique Copper Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience. This loveseat comes with removable cushion covers to allow for easy cleaning should the need arise.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable loveseat you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
This version of our Inheritance Loveseat is upholstered in indigo canvas. Our indigo cotton canvas is hand dyed using a chemical free process resulting in unique texture and color variations from piece to piece. As with all naturally dyed materials, this canvas will be prone to fading in direct sunlight and will change color slowly over time. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in polyfiber for added softness and comfort. Sitting atop an antique copper plated...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Leaf & Charcoal Sectional
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, this collection is composed of steel frames that have been zinc primed and powder coa...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
Custom English Style Rolled Arm Sofa
Located in Sheffield, MA
Two-seat upholstered sofa featuring classic English style rolled arm design. Upholstered and completely skirted on all sides this sofa was made by Kravet one of the finest furniture ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric
Black Wool and Antique Nickel Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Orange by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Dove by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Outdoor Cream and Charcoal Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, this collection is composed of steel frames that have been zinc primed and powder coa...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
Italian Art Modern Brown Velvet Loveseat
By Giorgio Ramponi
Located in Queens, NY
Italian 1940s wing back loveseat with brown velvet upholstery and ribbon twist cord resting on short beechwood legs (style of GIORGIO RAMPONI) (ref: fig. 72, Roberto Aloi "ESEMPI Arr...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Modern Loveseats
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Hand-Dyed Indigo Canvas and Antique Brass Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
Modern loveseats for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern loveseats 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 loveseats 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 fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern loveseats made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original loveseats, popular names associated with this style include Kartell, Kenneth Cobonpue, Philippe Starck, and Paulo Kobylka. 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 loveseats differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $895 and tops out at $87,798 while the average work can sell for $5,392.