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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
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Style: Modern
Number in Set: Set of 11
Arflex Marenco Sofa in Fabric Heidi and Candy by Mario Marenco
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Marenco Sofa is designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex. This sofa features the system with making the armrest and seat as the base portion. There is a metal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel, Jacquard Velvet, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Caju lounge chair stands as a trendy furniture piece that personifies the orga...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
GAN Grapy Soft Lounge Chair by Kensaku Oshiro
By GAN Rugs
Located in New York, NY
This innovative easy chair is available in two different cotton fabrics, canvas and velvet, in five color choices with reinforced seams with contrasting colors and a filling of polys...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Kartell Uncle Jack Sofa by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kartell presents Uncle Jack, the revolutionary single mould transparent polycarbonate sofa signed by Philippe Starck. It is 190 cm long in a single block we...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Plastic
Contemporary Channeled Fleure Sofa in Teal Blue Velvet with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The award winning Fleure Sofa is an eye-catching design which commands an audience. Exuding a contemporary vibe but with traditional style cues, as demonstrated by the exquisite flut...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection.
An iconic, unobtrusive design.
A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
Black and White Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa
Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the beautiful metallic details and the high-resistance m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Upholstered 3 Seats Sofa with an Iron and Wood Structure.
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
This elegantly crafted sofa is designed for both visual appeal and comfort, making it a perfect addition to varied environments like living rooms and hotel lobbies. It features a sim...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Upholstered 2 Seats Sofa with an Iron and Wood Structure.
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
This elegantly designed sofa combines aesthetic appeal with memory foam comfort, making it a perfect fit for various settings like living rooms and elegant lobbies. It features a sim...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Modern Minho Day Bed, Light Blue Leather, 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 Minho day bed with a wooden sid...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak, Leather
Modern Mel Armchair, Beige Linen Fabric, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mel Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Mel armchair, named after nature’s purest and sweetest gift, brings forth the comforting e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Oxford three-seater capitonné sofa in brick-colored nubuck leather
Located in Bisceglie, IT
Oxford is a sofa that talks: it talks about History, it talks about memories, it talks about emotions. And it is exciting to sit on such an elegant sofa, evoking smoky and exciting a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Trolley Sofa by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Trolley Sofa by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 77.5 x W 212.7 x H 81.3 cm.
Materials: Upholstery and powder-coated metal.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polished chrome, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Pangaea Sofa by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pangaea Sofa by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 99.1 x W 274.3 x H 63.5 cm.
Materials: Birch wood and upholstery.
Hardwood construction with upholstered body and birch base. Upholstery...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Contemporary Sofa in Creamy Green Velvet and Gold Nials
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Art Deco-inspired love seat, a timeless piece embodying Coco Chanel's philosophy: "Some people think luxury is the opposite of poverty. It is not. It is the opposite ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Havana Brown Leather Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Measuring 90 inches in width, 37 inches in depth, and 32 inches in height, this sofa is meticulously designed to fit seamlessly into your living space. The 17-inch high seat and 22-i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Charcoal Black Hand-Carved Massive Oak Sofa with Green Velvet Upholstery
Located in Cairo, EG
Charcoal Black Hand-Carved Massive Oak Wood Sofa with Velvet Green Upholstery.
Inspired by the legendary Hassan Fathy, this sofa pays homage to his architectural philosophies and pri...
Category
2010s Egyptian Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak, Velvet
Modern Black Leather Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Measuring 90 inches in width, 37 inches in depth, and 32 inches in height, this sofa is meticulously designed to fit seamlessly into your living space. The 17-inch high seat and 22-i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Lotus 2 Seat Sofa - Modern Black Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Lotus 2 Seat Sofa - Modern Brown Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Lotus 2 Seat Sofa - Modern White Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Lotus 3 Seat Sofa - Modern Brown Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Lotus 3 Seat Sofa - Modern White Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Lotus 3 Seat Sofa - Modern Black Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Thick Channeled Biege Velvet Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 108”W x 37”D x 37”H
Inside: 92”W x 23”D x 20”H
Seat Height: 17"
Price As Shown: $6,480 each
COM Price: $ each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to orde...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Foam, Maple
Blush Colored Bouclé Chaise White Oak Base Chaise Lounge
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 70”W x 34”D x 31.5”H
Inside: 27”D x 12”H
Seat Height: 17"
Price As Shown: $5,100 each
COM Price: $3,900 each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Maple, Oak
Modern Outdoor or Indoor Metal and Cord Sofa, 21 Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Outdoor or Indoor Metal and Cord Sofa, 21 century
Modern production sofa for outdoors or indoors. The structure is made of metal and reinforced by ro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Modern Yellow Outdoor or Indoor Metal and Cord Sofa, 21 century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Yellow Outdoor or Indoor Metal and Cord Sofa, 21 century
Modern production sofa for outdoor or indoor use. The structure is made of metal and reinfor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Modern Green Outdoor or Indoor Sofa in Metal and Rope, 21 Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Green Outdoor or Indoor Sofa in Metal and Cord, 21 century
Modern production sofa for outdoor or indoor use. The frame is made of metal and reinforced with ropes on the back a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Modern Grey Outdoor or Indoor Sofa in Metal and Cord, 21 Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Grey Outdoor or Indoor Sofa in Metal and Cord, 21 century
Modern production sofa for outdoors or indoors. The structure is made of metal and reinforced with ropes on the back ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Baïne Navy Sofa by Jérôme Bugara
Located in Geneve, CH
Baïne Navy Sofa by Jérôme Bugara
Limited Edition Of 25 Pieces.
Dimensions: D 100 x W 550 x H 91,5 cm. SH: 45 cm.
Materials: Lelièvre navy velvet fabric.
...
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Baïne Sand Sofa by Jérôme Bugara
Located in Geneve, CH
Baïne Sand Sofa by Jérôme Bugara
Limited Edition Of 25 Pieces.
Dimensions: D 100 x W 550 x H 91,5 cm. SH: 45 cm.
Materials: Dedar Milano Karakorum fabric...
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
"Panoramic" sofa by Studio Glustin
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
"Panoramic Colisée" sofa upholstered with a bouclette fabric.
Matching armchair available.
Creation by Studio Glustin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Contemporary 2 Seat Sofa Offered In Velvet & Metal Base
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa is an elevated homage to the golden age of gentleman drivers. The piece’s flawless structure is deceivingly simple, yet undeniably striking. The detailed upholstery and se...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Outdoor Sofa With Lacquered Metal Structure & Backrest
Located in New York, NY
Two-seats sofa with four legs base, structure and backrest in lacquered metal. Cushions upholstered in fabric, leather or faux leather. It is possible to configure the sofa choosing ...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
3-Seater Sofa With Solid Natural Walnut Feet Offered In COM
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
The 3-seater sofa offers the perfect reception for your guests, whether it's in the heart of your home or within the dedicated space for clients and collaborators in your business. I...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Madison nubuck leather capitonné sofa
Located in Bisceglie, IT
A classic sofa king interpreted in a modern key, capitonné work, a decorative classic in the production of high-end sofas, distributed on the back of the backrest and armrests, a str...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Tôle
Giovannetti, 1970s Anfibio Foldable Sofa in Cream Colored Fabric Project, Becchi
Located in Casalguidi, IT
The bed-sofa, designed by Alessandro Becchi together with the Giovannetti staff has recently celebrated its 50 years.
Its history is full of important events and participations. A p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Cotton
"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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Divano Dubhè in velluto viola con base in metallo ottone anticato
Located in Bisceglie, IT
Il divano Dubhè, unico nel suo genere, è un pezzo molto richiesto. Il divano i cui fianchi sono sollevati da terra, è il punto forte della collezione Supernova. Disponibile in vellut...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Bold Sofa Linear - S
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
With its sleek, modern design, this version of the Bold Sofa brings a new level of comfort, providing ample space for pure relaxation. The clean lines and straightforward form, compl...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Bold Sofa Curved - L
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of comfort, offering expanded space for ultimate relaxation.
The fluid lines and organic...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Fabric, Upholstery
Modern Conchula Corner Sofa, White Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Conchula Corner Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Conchula corner sofa is a room-defining...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Oak
Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Karakorum 003 - S
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of comfort, offering expanded space for ultimate relaxation. The fluid lines and organic ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Modern Coast Mudular Sofa, Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Coast Mudular Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The modern Coast modular sofa was designed to bring a sense of calm and peace to anyone ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
"Sancho" Outdoor Armchair in Natural Teak Wood Aluminum and Naval Rope by Hand
Located in Centro, RS
Classic and sophisticated design, by the mix of the materials.
The Sancho Armchair can be used in both indoor and outdoor areas.
Its structure is produced in natural naval teak wood ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Lotus 3 Seat Sofa - Modern Black Leather Sofa with Stainless Steel Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Lotus 2 Seat Sofa - Modern Black Leather Sofa with Stainless Steel Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern Galapinhos Sofa, Cream Wool-Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Galapinhos Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Galapinhos modern sofa was designed to add the essence of nature into the interior spac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Outdoor Swing in White Lacquered Stainless steel and beige outdoor fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Swing armchair
The Fable swing is completely customizable, which offers you the possibility of turning it into the main attraction and st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern Lisboa Sofa Terracotta Jacquard Fabric Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lisboa sofa, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
A masterfully crafted sofa whose robust wooden structure and high-quality memory foam retain their sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Indoor Blue XS Isle Lounge Sofa by Tokio
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor blue XS Isle lounge sofa by Tokio.
Dimensions: D 374 x W 183 x H 89 cm.
Materials: Glossy carbon/epoxy sandwich with a natural carbon-fiber appearance or in any RAL color. Upholstered in a special 3-D textile.
(indoor version only).
Outdoor upholstery fabrics...
Category
2010s Slovenian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Epoxy Resin, Carbon Fiber
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Green Velvet 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 closed, it works as a comfortab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Outdoor Resistant Modern Sofa in Leather and Acrylic Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
The Flow series was designed to complement any space. With a minimal design, it's guaranteed to bring a high level of comfort and usability to different areas like patios, gardens, p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Karma Large Sofa in Byblos White Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Karma collection is the ultimate expression of the versatility of Saba Italia products: a sofa that fits seamlessly into both modern settings and more classical homes. Karma has ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Modern Grass Armchair, Pink Nubuck Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grass Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Grass armchair takes its shape from nature’s own dewdrop on grass, promising a comfortab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel, Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Caju lounge chair stands as a trendy furniture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Anouk 100 - S
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of comfort, offering expanded space for ultimate relaxation.
The fluid lines and organic...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
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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