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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Modern
Great Modern Sofa in Burnt Orange Velvet by Steelcase
Located in Miami, FL
Great modern sofa in burnt orange velvet made by Steelcase. In direct sunlight the orange color looks brighter.
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Elm & Boucle Sofa by Maison Regain, France circa 1970
Located in Culver City, CA
Elm Sofa by Maison Regain France circa 1970 Newly upholstered in boucle on elm frame. 70”L x 31”d x 33.5”h x 14”seat
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Elm

Mid Century Mark Goetz Three Seat Sofa for Herman Miller Sage Green
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This sofa color muted sage green/tan upholstery with a vertical texture and lighter wood shell that sits on (4) solid Aluminum legs. This unique 'Goetz Sofa' by Mark Goetz for Herman...
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Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Saporiti Italia Padded Leather and Stainless Steel Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
Saporiti Italia padded leather and stainless steel sofa Offered for sale is an elegant Saporiti Italian two-seater stainless steel and padded ...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Sacha Sofa, Modern Sofa in COM
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SACHA SOFA - Modern Sofa in COM The Sacha Sofa is a modern and stylish piece of furniture that adds elegance to any room. It is upholstered in COM (Customer Own Material); this cu...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

CraftAssociates Sofa, Peabody Bracket Back Sofa, Upholstered
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Sofa, Peabody Bracket Back Sofa, Upholstered This Lawrence Peabody Bracket Back Sofa for Craft Associates Furniture is expertly hand crafted and upholstered. This L...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Contemporary Leather Banquette in Deep Teal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W84 D84 H30 SW73 SD18 SH18 Aria Leather Banquette by Sixpenny in the color North Atlantic. Upholstered in suede like nubuck leather in a deep teal. Item is in like new condition wit...
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2010s Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Marge Carson Jacquard Gondola Sofa
Located in west palm beach, FL
Incredible vintage Carson’s Gondola sofa. A chic futuristic design with wrap around arms. Done in a neutral jacquard in a modern graphic paisley design. Acquired from a Palm Beach es...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Goodman Charlton Tanzu Chair and Ottoman
Located in Stratford, CT
Swivel chair and ottoman by Goodman Charlton. Frame: Select hardwood and industrial grade plywood cover with polyurethane foam and polyester fiber. Suspension: 3” unidirectional we...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Ubald Klug Leather Terrazza Couch
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of the Ubald Klug Leather Terrazza Couch upholstered in premium Edelman leather. Renowned for its exquisit...
Category

1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Doric Bench in Cerused White Oak and White Linen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Doric bench is a versatile and elegant piece, which has found its place in museums, offices, and homes. The brutalist, monolithic legs suggest ancient ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Hardwood, Maple

Chenille Upholstered Three Seater Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Chenille upholstered three seater sofa, covered in a dark kingfisher blue chenille, with square back and drop in seats, Crate and Barrel (sun bl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Chenille, Wood

Orla Sofa by Cappellini, Upholstered in Schumacher's Orley Jacquard Fabric
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered in our sophisticated Orley jacquard, this elegant sofa by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini offers a breathtaking and unexpected combination of traditional and modern design...
Category

20th Century French Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

CraftAssociates Sofa, Peabody Danish Modern Sofa, Walnut, Slatted
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Sofa, Peabody Danish Modern Sofa, Walnut, Slatted This Lawrence Peabody Danish Sofa P-1713 for Craft Associates Furniture is expertly handcrafted and upholstered. T...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan for American Leather 'Zoe' Sofa in Grey Alcantara, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular example of Vladimir Kagan design was produced by American Leather in 2012, in its original Alcantara (ultrasuede) in a medium grey color called 'Otter', signed under...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Ultrasuede

Matching Pair Late 20th c. Custom Upholstered Cream Silk Damask 3-Seat Sofas
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th c., USA, a pair of custom sumptuous three-seat sofas of squared form with slightly flared arms and tight back. They are upholstered in a cream and champagne silk and cotton...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Damask, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Trimming, Feathers

COR Trio Sofa, Team Form Ag, Germany 1973
Located in Las Vegas, NV
All-foam “Trio” sofa by design duo Team Form AG for German manufacturer COR. Custom champagne teddy fabric designed specifically for the Trio. Designed to represent maximum mobilit...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Suelo Outdoor Armless Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Outdoor Armless Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfort...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Rosewood and Suede MP-091 Sofa by Percival Lafer for Lafer MP
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Brazilian modernist Percival Lafer, this bold sofa, model MP-091, is deeply inviting. The comfortable tufted cushion sits on sturdy straps, attac...
Category

1970s Brazilian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede, Rosewood

Sacha Sofa - Modern Sofa in Soft White Bouclé
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The Sacha Sofa is a modern and stylish piece of furniture that will add a touch of elegance to any room. It is upholstered in a luxurious Soft Wite boucle fabric in warm white, which not only looks great but also feels soft and comfortable. The sofa features a unique and eye-catching iconic modern design that adds a sense of movement and flow to the room. The curves and channels of the sofa provide an iconic statement piece. The frame of the Sacha Sofa is constructed with a sturdy wooden structure and upholstered with a soft cloud boucle fabric. Overall, the Sacha Sofa is a beautifully designed and well-made piece of furniture that will make a statement in any room. Whether you use it in your living room, bedroom, or office, this chair will add a touch of modern elegance and sophistication to your space. The Sacha Sofa features layers of channeled fabric to create a chic and sophisticated lounge. One of Shine by S.H.O's most iconic designs began as a Chaise and has transformed into an entire family of products. Our Sacha Sofa is made to order in California and featured here in our Grade J Soft White...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Velvet 'Dress-Up' Sectional Sofa Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Cassina
Located in Dallas, TX
Three-piece velvet Cassina Sectional sofa designed by Rudolfo Dordoni. Upholstered in a high-grade deep wine-colored velvet. Purchased new but never installed. Can be reconfigured to...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Cork and Stainless Steel Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Beautiful, unique Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs stainless steel, cork, and velvet sofa. I would consider this in above average condition. Stainless steel frame has very little...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tête-a-Tête Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Soft lines and Organic silhouettes of Voluptuous Curves describe Michael's new Tête-a-tête sofa. Hand-crafted in the US. Available in 1' increments plus bespoke configurations are av...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1980's Modern Manhattan Elegant Tufted Standard Sofa
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1980's Modern Elegant and Tufted "Manhattan" style Standard Sofa. Beautiful modern style sofa.
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage 1970's Ultra Modern 4 Seater Sofa/ Daybed
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Ultra Modern 4 Seat Sofa Doubles as a Daybed. Extra wide and taking off the back pillows will all for Daybed use.
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

2014 Piero Lissoni for Cassina 8 Two Seat Sofa / Loveseat in Blue Suede
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Model 8 Sofa, designed by Piero Lissoni for Cassina. The piece was manufactured in Italy, circa 2014. It features soft blue suede (or perhaps microsue...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra 3-Seat Alcove Sofa in Volo Mid-Grey
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of sofas was designed by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec in the early 2000s for production exclusively by Vitra, one of the most recognized manufacturing and design powerhouses in...
Category

2010s German Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1970's Ultra Modern Sofa with Retro Designer Fabric by Shawnee Penn
By Shawnee Penn
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Ultra Modern Sofa with Retro Designer Fabric by Shawnee Penn. Very nice condition. Bal Harbour Florida estate.
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

2000s Royalton Two-Seater Sofa by Philippe Starck for Driade in Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Royalton Sofa, designed by Philippe Starck and produced by Driade shortly after the design's introduction in 1988. In the late 1980s, Starck was approached by hotelier Ian ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

Organic Modern Arc Sofa Cream Wool Linen Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Arc sofa, contemporary collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. A masterfully crafted sofa whose robust wooden structure and high-quality memory foam retain their...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Suzenne Sofa in Yellow and Black Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna reconfirms the collaboration with Chiara Andreatti with the new SUZENNE SOFA, a two-seater sofa that incorporates the aesthetic characteristics of the lounge c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

1980s Tentazione Two-Seater Sofa / Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina Model 685
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Tentazione two-seater sofa, model 685, originally designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1973. Its frame is made of steel, and the seat and back are formed from pliant mo...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Lawson-Fenning LF "Moreno" Sofa
Located in San Antonio, TX
Contemporary style Lawson-Fenning Moreno Sofa in boucle sits deep and spacious with a curved silhouette, U.S., California, 2022. The sofa features a bench seat and side cushions that...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Customizable Powdercoated Aluminum Indoor/Outdoor Curved Sofa by Laun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In the Ribbon outdoor bench, layered aluminum tubes stack together to form an accordian-like surface that's solid on the straighter ends and semi-solid in the curved middle. The benc...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Steve Chase Iconic Channel Sofa From Celebrity Estate in New Creme Upholstery
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The most desired sofa we have ever had in 13 years of business is the channel sofas that Steve Chase designed in the 1980s - 1990s. We were always going to keep this one for ourselve...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1949 Florence Knoll Associates 26 BC Upholstered 3-Seater Sofa New Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1949 Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates 26 BC upholstered 3-seater sofa, which was just freshly reupholstered by Forthright, a renowned upholstery shop based in...
Category

1940s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Dutch Leather Sling 3-seater sofa
Located in San Antonio, TX
Dutch leather sling sofa with wooden legs painted white, circa 1970s and in good overall condition. Dimensions: 67"x32"x30"x16" seat height "Dutch furn...
Category

1970s Dutch Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

2006 Herman Miller Ray and Charles Eames Sofa Compact Purple Fabric Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original Herman Miller Eames Sofa Compact designed by Ray and Charles Eames. The sofa compact was designed to be as eff...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

2019 Charles Pollock for Bernhardt Design Finale Brown Leather Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Finale sofa in brown leather with black base designed by Charles Pollock and produced by Bernhardt Design. Charles Pollock is perhaps most famous for his furniture produced...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Modern Minho Day Bed, HOLLY HUNT Indigo, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Paolo Castelli Coral White 3-Seater Sofa by Hubert de Malherbe
Located in Boston, MA
Generous and abundant shapes for a series of upholstered furniture items with a design that brings cloud-like softness to mind. The monolithic structure is far from heavy on the eye,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Ash

Bertu Outdoor Sofa, Outdoor Slatted Sofa, Large Sofa, Suelo
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Outdoor Sofa, Outdoor Slatted Sofa, Large Sofa, Suelo This Large Outdoor Slatted Suelo Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. ...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Custom Fringe Settee Upholstered in Schumacher Fabric and Sandra Jordan Welt
Located in New York, NY
Custom made bench with three back cushions. Meant to be used against a wall with back cushions resting on the wall surface as the cushions are not attached to the bench. Fabric information and detailed dimensions: - Upholstery Fabric: Schumacher Finn heavy weight linen - Piping Fabric: Sandra Jordan...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Alpaca, Linen

Modular 3 - Seat Sofa in Green Chenille, IPE Cavalli, Italy
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Perfect proportions on this beautiful and rare modular design from IPE Cavalli in a gorgeous, deep emerald green, chenille. Subtle silhouette and pillowy cushions. Can be set up as multiple chairs by removing armrests...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

1994 Gunilla Allard for Lammhults Sweden Cinema Settee Two Seater Sofa Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Gunilla Allard for Lammhults of Sweden cinema settee, produced circa 1994. This is a terrific original example, which appears to have been reupholstered circa ea...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Karim Rashid Casamania & Horm Kouch & Ouch 2-Seat Sofa Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The pieces are in terrific condition overall with some light signs of use. This listed price is for one chair. Two are available in this exact upholstery. Two others are available in...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s Eileen Gray "Lota" Sofa for ClassiCon in Black Leather and Lacquered Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a “Lota” sofa, designed by Eileen Gray in 1924. This particular sofa was manufactured by ClassiCon in the 1980s, and bears a label with Gray’s signature. Gray designed the Lo...
Category

1980s French Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

"Iron Maiden" Three-Seat Upholstered Sofa with Steel Frame by Moroso for Diesel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Iron Maiden" is a three-seat sofa, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring structure in brushed stainless steel and tighted...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1960's Knut Saeter Rosewood Sofa for Vatne Mobler Norway New Black Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous and authentic Knut Saeter rosewood sofa, produced by Vatne Mobler. This example has just been freshly reupholst...
Category

1960s Norwegian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

"Herve'" Two-Seat Right/Left Terminal Sofa by Lievore Altherr for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Herve'" is an outdoor two-seat right or left terminal sofa, designed by Lievore Altherr and manufactured by Driade, featuring a steel structure with an embossed painting in grayish olive green color, seat and back cushions, filled with Solotex and polyurethane foams. A removable optional outdoor slipcover is available. Indoor and outdoor use. DIMENSIONS: D. 31.8", W. 59", H. 34.6, Seat H. 15.3" Herve' is a garden and outdoor design collection inspired by natural forms, as it features a thin metal structure interlaced with the backrest in order to create a pleasant decoration recalling plants, bushes and branches, sporting a sober and refined taste. Several seatings are given form by these branches changed into thin metallic rod. Differently sized cushions make seatings comfortable. This outdoor collection offers different solutions for outdoors relax, including a two-seat sofa, a single element and two-seat left hand or right hand terminal, a coffee table or ottoman and a corner ottoman...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

"MT2" Sculptural Monobloc Sofa Designed by Ron Arad for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"MT2" is an iconic sculptural polyethylene monobloc sofa, designed by Ron Arad and manufactured by Driade, sand white colored outside and red, lilac, black or violet colored inside. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Plastic

"Grand Plie'" White or Light Grey Sofa Designed by L. and R. Palomba for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Grand Plie'" is a white or light grey polyethylene monobloc iconic sofa, designed by Ludovica e Roberto Palomba and manufactured by Driade. White version ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Plastic

"Tokyo-Pop" White or Black Monobloc Sofa Designed by T. Yoshioka for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tokyo-Pop" is a white or black anthracite polyethylene monobloc iconic sofa, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka and manufactured by Driade. White version only is available in quick ship. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Plastic

Contemporary Medium Standard Sofa in Caramel Leather with Walnut Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The standard sofa is deceptively simple at first glance. Upon closer inspection it manages to be both modern and nostalgic, the sofa you will bring with ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Minotti “Spencer” Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a "Spencer" three seat sofa, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni and produced by Minotti. The sofa was produced circa 2020 and appears to have only been lightly used. Condition overa...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Versailles Sofa Cream Leather Handmade in Italy by Fendi
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Versailles Sofa Cream Leather Handmade in Italy by Fendi Plaza Versailles Materials Frame: Wood padded with Polyurethane and Fiberfill Seat: In...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

2012 Florence Knoll 3 Seat Leather Sofa w/ Custom Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a classic Three Seat Sofa designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll in 2012. The sofa was custom ordered for the executive suite of a corporate office in New York City...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

21st Century Ease Sofa in Cream Velvet by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A modern and essential design for the Ease sofa. The presence of large cushions amplifies the feeling of comfort, while the possibility of adding storage elements, trays and small ta...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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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