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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Number in Set: Set of 2
Style: Modern
Hand-Tailored Curved Sectional Sofa in Light Grey Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern inspired sectional sofa featuring curved design with luxurious light grey velvet fabric. Supported by walnut stained wood base.
The velvet suggested on this sofa i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Armchair in Smooth Black Leather and Laser-Cut Steel
By Klein Agency
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bulging over its edges, this contemporary single sofa seat by Klein Agency screams comfort. Puffy cushions hug the laser cut steel frame, crea...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cut Steel
Curved Sofa
By Eastern Edition, Teo Yang
Located in 강남구, KR
The curved sofa has a comfortable yet sculptural presence through its elegant curves, bringing a sense of softness to any space. Both the sofa and the pil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Korean Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Retro Roll Arm Sofa in Kvadrat Ecriture
Located in Nyack, NY
Our retro take on a roll arm sofa. Cylindrical arms, a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop an ultra-thin deck elevated on cylindrical steel legs to create a sleek, retr...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Customizable Modern Sofa Citlal, Solid wood, Leather and upholstery.
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
This sofa is perfect for when you want to show the back of it. It doesn’t have to be up against a wall. This contemporary yet classic design is a perfect piece to give your space a d...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Saint-Germain 2-Seat Sofa in Sella Touch Leather and raw Silver
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Saint-germain sofa, available in 2 or 3-seater versions, is composed of a matte black wood panel, covered in the external part with a metal plating, with a padded border in the same ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Daybed
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 Belg...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
Parisian Style Loose Cushion Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
Parisian style sofa with single bench cushion and large side and back cushions, all stuffed with down/feather. Shown in white denim with black lacquer l...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Down, Feathers
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
Frame Green Sofa by Stefano Giovannoni
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Plush volumes featuring a rich padding and a classy, olive-green fabric upholstery lend this sofa its pampering feel still not compromising on elegance. Also offered in other color options to best fit in any color palette, it invites you to enjoy moments of pure relaxation in the company of a good read or of friends for chilled conversations while having a cup of coffee...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Tateyama Contemporary Sofa in Fabric
Located in London, GB
Tateyama is a conversational sofa characterised by its soft curves and unusual shape which encourages the users to engage with one another. It is b...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Petronio 603 sofa by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, Italy
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Distinctive Poltrona Frau Petronio sofa from the premium collection in the late 1970s.
This very comfortable two-seater sofa upholstered in genuine goose down is covered in top grain...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Retro Style Velvet Sofa W/Oversized Curvy Arms
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa has an impactful Silhouette. The oversized softly curved arms and back work in either formal and more casual settings, it has relaxed comfort in mind. It’s grand, curvy and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Lacquer
Hug Modular Sofa by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Hug modular sofa by Collector
Dimensions: W 330 x D 160 x H 74 cm.
DX terminal element gap module: W 180 x D 98 cm x H 74.
Chaise longue XL module:...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Club Sofa
By Carpanelli
Located in Desio, IT
Three seats sofa with wooden structure covered with a layer of polyurethane. The maximum comfort of the seat is determined by an intertwining of elastic straps. Wooden feet in dark S...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Weather-Resistant Outdoor Hanging Couch in Grey
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 detai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
The Marshmallow Lounge -Swivel Lounge Chair in Black Leather with Aluminum Frame
By Klein Agency
Located in Los Angeles, CA
There is something magical about dropping into an array of soft, supple marshmallow like pillows, that hug your body in all the right places and allow you to rest comfortably while spinning around and around. With its 360 degree swivel, the Marshmallow Lounge sits as joyfully in a living room as it does in a lobby of an office.
Paired with an ottoman as the ultimate end of day spot for relaxation, this lounge chair shines in simplicity. Composed solely from sheet aluminum press broken into a form that holds 12...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Supaform Chaise Longue from "Hidden Entourage" Collection
By Supaform
Located in Florence, IT
Russian designer Maxim Scherbakov‘s new exhibition at Rome’s Contemporary Cluster gallery, he pushes that idea to the extreme: What if design could be all about emotion, and little else? His barely functional pieces, and his general conceit, feel uncomfortable at first — we’re not sure we want to live in a world where design is purely an aesthetic indulgence — but in an era when furniture is increasingly difficult to distinguish from art, it does feel in some ways like we already are. And the ornate backdrop of the gallery’s home, the 14th-century Palazzo Brancaccio, serves as a potent reminder that it’s possible we always have.
Maxim Scherbakov, who works under the studio name Supaform, says that he developed the new collection “as a result of a careful visual search for the frontiers of comfort,” seeking to celebrate “beauty for no reason,” he says. His floor lamp has no bulb, his coffee table is too bumpy to hold a glass upright, and his desk has trick drawers and a gap in the middle where its writing surface should be. Yet his various seating elements look no less functional than, say, Rick Owens’s, and Scherbakov has a compelling raison d’etre: Also a longtime painter, he pulled all of the works directly from his canvases, making them a literal elision of the two-dimensional realm and the three. If he can celebrate fantasy and feeling in one of them, he wondered, then why not the other?
This wooden sofa is a part of the 'Hidden Entourage...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Oak
Customizable Modern Sofa Avenida México, Solid wood, Metal and upholstery.
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
The Avenida Mexico colorful sofa is a light, metal dark blue-structured sofa ideal for COVERED outdoors spaces. Its metal structure is powder-coated whi...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Custom Made Designer Sofa with A Vintage Touch
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is a stylish and versatile piece that blends contemporary design with a vintage touch. It features a wooden base and convex edges, providing both comfort and a sleek aesthe...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hand-Tailored Retro Style Sofa, Channel Tufted Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary retro style sofa in beige latte velvet.
Plinth antique brushed brass.
All hardwood frame with interlocking construction.
Advanced comfort...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
LUSO 3-seater sofa
Located in Frazão, Porto
LUSO sofa is a very delicate piece, with special details, designed to be used on a daily basis. Upholstered with two fabrics, using a contrasting piping for an refined result. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Lacquer
Sunz Ultra Modern Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Geometry intersects with organic artistry for a look that is simultaneously timeless and modern. Clean lines and a linear form are softened by a luxurious boucle fabric, making the s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug, 1 Element
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-164 Left Sofa Bed in Schiefer Brown Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise loungein a single movement, while the backrest can be st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
"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
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Valentino Bench by Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Valentino bench by Pepe Albargues
Dimensions: 45 x 150 x 45 cm
Materials: Beechwood structure.
Seat stuffed with polyurethane 3542.
The Valentino bench is an extremely versatil...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
Opera Burgundy Sofa by Stefano Giovannoni
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
This superb sofa exudes pure regal flair with its palette combining the intense shade of burgundy of its fabric upholstery and glistening golden finish of the base. Marked by rolled ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Niemeyer II Two Seat Sofa, Dalai & Oak, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer II sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind.
The rounded lines of the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Suelo Modern Black Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo modern black sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable ...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Chic 1960 Ies Curved Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
One of a kind 60ies semicircular Sofa which will be an eye catcher in your entrance hall or your living room.
It's not only looking real good. It's...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
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 relaxati...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Fabric, Upholstery
Contemporary Upholstered Sofa, Repose by Adam Court for OKHA
By OKHA
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary upholstered sofa - Repose by Adam Court for OKHA.
Design: Adam Court
Solid timber frame construction, foam laminate seat and back, timber & a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Outdoor Swing Bench with Brown Fabric and Leather Upholstery
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable - Hanging sofa by Myface
21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa made with suspension: Outdoor leather straps, Metallic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Victorian-Style Handcrafted Cotton Velvet Sofa with Chrome Nailhead Trim
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This Sofa stands as a testament to unwavering audacity, boldly asserting its presence in any space it graces. Its iconic architectural shapes emerge as commanding figures amidst a se...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Outdoor Swing Set with Waterproof Cushions and All-Weather Build
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor swing sofa by Myface
21st-century contemporary outdoor swing sofa made with suspension: Outdoor leather straps, Metallic, Structure:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Minotti Andersen Six Seater Slim Sofa
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Minotti Andersen Slim Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni, a stunning addition to any modern living space. This sleek and sophisticated sofa boasts a sl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Rencontre Moi Modular Sofa Timeless Leather Black
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Rencontre Moi modular sofa is composed of a wooden shell padded with different densities polyurethane foam with a top layer in memory foam. The sofa is c...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Stainless Steel Outdoor Hanging Sofa with Water-Repellent Leather
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Hanging Outdoor Sofa 3 Seater
Hold by premium outdoor leather straps and with the addition of one seat, this inviting hanging sofa will allow quality outdoor moments without any concerns.
The whole design of this contemporary outdoor hanging sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Intreccio Outdoor 2-Seater Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
A superb addition to a patio, pool area, or terrace, this two-seat sofa is the result of masterful metalworking skills. Entirely made of stainless steel, this lovely piece evokes the relaxing charm and timeless elegance of the Tuscan countryside. Its elements create a harmonious design, whose highlight is the pattern of open squares that graces seat and back. The metal is treated with zinc and varnished with powder for outdoor use while its cushions are upholstered with weather-resistant fabric, making this chair the perfect outdoor accent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Avant-Après Small Sofa in Vip A8 Upholstery with Metal Grey by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flow, adapt, create void, rearrange space, receive and renew indefinitely. The new Avant-Après seating is able to do it all. Rigid yet lightweight, the sofa comes in fascinating conf...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
B&B Italia Maxalto Febo Sofa by Antonio Citterio
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Maxalto Febo Sofa, a stunning piece designed by the renowned Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia. This luxurious sofa exudes elegance and sophistication, making it the pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Contemporary Isabella Sofa in Designers Guild Kingfisher Velvet with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
An elegant addition to the Isabella range, this Occasional Sofa is perfect for intimate conversation or soulful contemplation. Shown here upholstered i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
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
Modern Sofa Cast Bronze Polished Limited Edition StudioJob Handmade
Located in Milan, IT
The sofa shape is based on a design by Job's late friend designer Jan des Bouvrie's ‘Qube Sofa’ in 1969, yet now portrayed in its least presentable but most loved shape. The drapery and folds are reminiscent of a 17th century Baroque sculpture but the expression here is of a worn couch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Military Canvas and Marbled Rust Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa 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 sofa 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 sofa 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.
Since the development of the Inheritance Collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the history inherent in vintage military-issue materials. This version of our Inheritance Sofa is upholstered with salvaged vintage military canvas...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Ghidini 1961 Frame Sofa in Cuoio Leather by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Stefano Giovannoni designs Frame for GHIDINI1961, a new collection composed of sofas, armchairs, dining and coffee tables, bookshelves and cabinets. Everything starts from a simple e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM easy sofa by De Sede. Create new free spaces. So much, in fact, that even two people can relax next to one another. The seating depth can be increased up to 20 cm. The armrests c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Outdoor Swing Sofa with Rope Detailing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This swing sofa make a wonderful addition to the patio, deck, garden, yard, backyard, porch, bedroom, living room, and other places around your home. Thanks to its stylish design and comfortable and washable seat cushions, this swing sofa provides maximum seating comfort.
The outdoor swing sofa...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rope
Stellar Sofa by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Stellar sofa by Egg Designs
Dimensions: 190 L X 95 D X 80 H
Materials: walnut timber, ceramic, fabric upholstery.
Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry...
Category
2010s South African Modern Sofas
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric, Walnut
The Cavendish, 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. Made from a solid beech frame, oak feet, solid steel springs and other high quality components. Made to last.
Has been used by many influential interior designers throughout the US.
Available in any bespoke size.
Can be made with the very neat slipcover in our beautiful House Linen, or in any linen by Libeco, C& C Milano, Pierre Frey or De Le Cuona...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
BoConcept Leather Mezzo Corner Chaise Sectional Sofa
By BoConcept
Located in Basildon, London
The BoConcept Leather Mezzo Corner Chaise Sectional Sofa is a luxurious blend of contemporary design and unparalleled comfort. This sectional boasts ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
"Pietra" Curved Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric and Leather Arms 2m
Located in Centro, RS
The inspiration for the design features comes from the Italian name Pietra: The translation Stone, an element of organic nature that brings a feeling of biophilia and well-being to t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Curved 3 Seater Sofa with Rounded Chaise
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Made to order sofa with deep curved chaise offered in a selection of luxurious performance soft fabric.
The base is offered in metal or wood in several colors and finishes.
The meta...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
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.