Modern Sofas
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Style: Modern
Color: Silver
Moooi BFF Right Arm Chaise Longue Sofa in Vesper, Silver Upholstery
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The award-winning BFF Sofa by Marcel Wanders is everyone's new best friend! A high quality, soft yet firm modular sofa system, consisting of a wide variety of modules for endless con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Moooi BFF Left Arm Chaise Longue Sofa in Vesper, Silver Upholstery
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The award-winning BFF sofa by Marcel Wanders is everyone's new best friend! A high quality, soft yet firm modular sofa system, consisting of a wide variety of modules for endless con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Contemporary Outdoor Sofa in Silver Grey
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted garden sofa offered in silver grey. Its structure is completely made of stainless steel. Its main feature is its flexible system of modules in three sizes, which can be configured with or without backrests and allow a wide range of combinations. The upholstery is removable and the interiors are protected by a water-repellent polyester covering.
Cushions below are included in the price:
2 side cushions 17" x 17"
2 round cushions 38"
4 back cushions 24" x 16"
The constant research in the emerging technologies and materials is crucial to create a high quality outdoor product that is able to withstand adverse weather conditions. This research has led us to use stainless steel alloy with a minimum of 10.5% chromium content by mass.
Stainless steels contain sufficient chromium to undergo passivation, spontaneously forming a microscopically thin inert surface film of chromium oxide. This passive film prevents further corrosion. This alloy contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel.
The stainless steel alloys 304 are a part of the austenitic stainless steels.
Its excellent properties make them ideal for outdoor use:
- Resistance to corrosion.
- Prevents products’ pollution.
- Resistance to oxidation.
- Excellent formability.
- Easy to clean.
- High resistance and low weight.
- Good resistance and stability at cryogenic temperatures.
Sunbrella Upholstery fabrics are as versatile indoors as out due to the following properties:
- Colored all the way to the core so its original vibrancy lasts on and on.
- Repels liquids and dirty.
- Easy to clean, even using bleach.
- Smooth, warm and comfortable.
- No loss of color.
- Machine wash in cold water on the delicate cycle with normal amounts of mild laundry detergent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern 80s Sculptural Sofa in New Silver Grey Metallic Leopard Jacquard Fabric
By Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We took an amazing 1980s sofa by Directional and found a spectacular metallic silver gray leopard velvet fabric to redo it in. The result is a sp...
Category
1980s North American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
21st Century Highlander Sofa in Leather and Fabric by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A sofa with a bold personality that combines essential design, contemporary lines and a high level of craftsmanship. The alternation between different finishings, with capitonné part...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Foam, Leather, Beech
Milo Baughman Long Slipper Sofa in Tufted Silver Satin Vinyl, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Long slipper sofa in box tufted silver satin hernatite vinyl with chrome base by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American, 1970s. Clean design makes this piece both chic end elegant.
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
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"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Natural Linen and Wood Feet, Small Size
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece.
The couch has a cushion built into the seat that makes the piece with dual functionality: when is close...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
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Fabric, Hardwood
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 33.86 in
Large Brunati Leather Sofa in Typical 80s Color
By Brunati
Located in Schagen, NL
Great large leather sofa in Salmon-Pink Pastel and typical 1980s color. The sofa remains in good condition with some slight differences in color an...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
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Leather
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Dark Brown Linen and Wood Feet
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece.
The couch has a cushion built into the seat that makes the piece with dual functionality: when is close...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
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Fabric, Hardwood
Outdoor Sunbrella Sage & Black Powdercoat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Outdoor Collection sofa was designed to be as comfortable as it is modern and durable. It can be used on its own or paired with other elements of the Outdoor Collection to create a larger sectional. The stretch webbing base creates a soft lounging...
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2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Milo Baughman Chesterfield style tufted sofa with wood plinth base. In good vintage condition, circa 1980s
Dimension: 84" long 32" deep 26"...
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Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Circular Sectional Sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
Fabulous two piece circular sectional sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.
The original cream colored fabric seems to be an ultra suede. There are no flaws to the fabric. It is ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Sofas
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Upholstery, Wood
Milo Baughman Burl Wood Cased Sofa, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman Burl Wood Cased Sofa, 1970. Beautiful condition, original upholstery.
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1970s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Burl
21st Century Woodstock Carnival Sofa in Velvet and Wood by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A sofa 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 cushio...
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H 33.47 in W 114.18 in D 45.28 in
Suelo Modern Outdoor Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
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Antique Victorian C1860 Walnut Chaise Longue or Conversation Sofa
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality Victorian C1860 walnut chaise longue or conversation sofa. A beautiful statement piece of the finest quality.
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Walnut
Early Milo Baughman Sofa, Thayer Coggin
Located in Raleigh, NC
An early Milo Baughman sofa by Thayer Coggin, expertly restored.
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Italian Inspired Modern Curved Sofa in Silver Grey by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Italian Inspired Modern Designed Curvaceous Sofa Custom Made by Carrocel. Upholstered in a Designer Luxurious Silvery grey Fabric, Perched on a Charcoal Lacquered Base.
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2010s Canadian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Baleri Italia Bristol Loveseat in Silver Technical Fabric by Enrico Baleri
Located in Milan, IT
Loveseat sofa with structure in wood and filled with expanded elastic polyurethane and Dacron. Painted wood feet. Cover in technical fabric.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
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H 28.35 in W 66.15 in D 34.65 in
Baleri Italia Bristol Three-Seat Sofa in Silver Fabric by Enrico Baleri
Located in Milan, IT
Three-seat sofa with structure in wood and filled with expanded elastic polyurethane and Dacron. Painted wood feet. Cover in technical fabric.
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H 28.35 in W 84.65 in D 34.65 in
Pair Luxe Modern Silver Linen Metallic Sofas Palm Spings Designer Estate
Located in Palm Springs, CA
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Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern sofas 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 sofas 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, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern sofas 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 sofas, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Stephen Kenn, and Moooi. 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 sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $72 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $9,554.
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