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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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: Single Piece
Hayche Clasico 3 Seater Sofa - Yellow, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
Channeling a classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design, the Clasico 3 Seater Sofa effortlessly combines timeless aesthetics and contemporary comfort. As an OEM product, it prese...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Hayche Clasico 3 Seater Sofa - Green Velvet, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
Channeling a classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design, the Clasico 3 Seater Sofa effortlessly combines timeless aesthetics and contemporary comfort. As an OEM product, it prese...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Hayche Nave Lux 2 Seater Sofa - Green, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Nave Lux 2 Seater Sofa exudes contemporary sophistication. As an OEM product, it comes with choices of black metal or oak lacquered legs, complemented by an array of fabric or wo...
Category
2010s European 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
Large De Sede "Ds18" Leather Sectional Corner Sofa, Switzerland 1980s
By De Sede
Located in DE MEERN, NL
MASSIVE GREY/BLUE LEATHER "DS-18" SECTIONAL CORNER SOFA BY DE SEDE DESIGN TEAM, SWITZERLAND 1980S
Looking for a statement piece that combines luxury and history? Look no further tha...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Hayche Nave 2 Seater Sofa - Grey, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Nave 2 Seater Sofa, with its clear contemporary allure, offers a harmonious blend of comfort and style. This OEM product, available with either black metal or oak lacquered legs,...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Wood
Niemeyer II Round Sofa, Dark Oak & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer II round sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind.
The rounded lines o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Modern Curved Italian Boudoir Cloud Sofa
Located in North York, ON
This modern curved Italian boudoir cloud sofa will take your living space to another level with its unique curved shape and brass metal supports. Upholstered in a beautiful textured ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
HANJI modular sofa with rattan detail on the back
Located in Frazão, Porto
The unbridled desire to achieve the perfect balance of a modular sofa led our design team to HANJI. Named “desire” in an African word, this modular sofa wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Feathers
‘Fantasy Island’ 2-seater sofa by Kurt Bayer, 1980's
By Kurt Bayer
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A magnificent "Fantasy Island" 2-seat sofa by Kurt Bayer, Germany 1980's.
This sculptural sofa is made of wood, steel and leather, a beautiful combination.
...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Individual Confort, Mexican Contemporary Armchair by Emiliano Molina for Cuchara
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
Introducing the Individual Confort, a Mexican Contemporary Armchair designed by Emiliano Molina for CUCHARA. As a part of the CONFORT Collection, this armchair represents a fusion of...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak, Walnut
Hayche Clasico 2.5 Seater Sofa - Brown, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Clasico 2.5 Seater Sofa emanates a classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design, adding a timeless touch to any setting. As an OEM product, it offers a variety of wood finishes...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Light Brown Pulla 3-Seater Sofa Designed By Studio Truly Truly for Leolux
By Leolux
Located in Chicago, IL
Soft and round versus angular and hard. Pulla was born of a study in shape and material and how they relate to the space around them. The result of that study is a timeless sofa that...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Wonatti Davos Sofa, Walnut Wood Footer, Cream Velvet, Stainless Steel Detail
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury
Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort.
Wonatti Davos Sofa, Footer Solid Walnut wood, Beige...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hayche Clasico 3 Seater Sofa - Green, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
Channeling a classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design, the Clasico 3 Seater Sofa effortlessly combines timeless aesthetics and contemporary comfort. As an OEM product, it prese...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Gervasoni Samet Modular Sofa by Federica Biasi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Samet is a modular sofa without rules, a multifunctional and configurable product that places the person as an active subject in the composition of their own space, encouraging them ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Polyester
Hayche Nave 2 Seater Sofa - Brown, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Nave 2 Seater Sofa, with its clear contemporary allure, offers a harmonious blend of comfort and style. This OEM product, available with either black metal or oak lacquered legs,...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Wood
De Sede DS 80 Three-Seat Sofa in Naturale cuoio leather
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Feet up and just unwind – our DS-80 relocates sleep to the daytime hours, the time when we are supposed to be active and getting things done. Its subtle appearance reminds us to take a relaxing break from our hectic everyday lives once in a while – and that’s certainly nothing to be ashamed of.
The modest dimensions of the daybed are a benefit here, as they gently force you to spend some time on your own. Part of the basic furnishings of any upscale interior in the 1920s, the flat daybed has been enjoying a Renaissance for several years now.
Our daybed caused a stir more than 30 years ago, with its elaborate patchwork processing and freely placeable back cushions. This timeless Classic has now been gently updated. It is available both as a daybed and as a small lounge sofa, too.
The daybed doubles as a lounge sofa The daybed DS-80 has established itself as a timeless Classic by De Sede ever since it was launched in 1969: to this day, the model is a paradigm of highclass leather manufacture and
popular all-over the world.
To be honest, we’re not quite sure which we like better: the newly produced models or the 50-year-old sculptures...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Nico Sofa by DeMuro Das in Solid Natural Oak
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
The Nico Sofa combines handsome proportions with timeless materials and an emphasis on comfort. Straight lines are tempered by curved edges and sloping arms,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Hayche Clasico 2 Seater Sofa - Yellow, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
Echoing the timeless appeal of mid-century Scandinavian design, the Clasico 2 Seater Sofa brings together comfort and style. This OEM piece offers customization with various wood fin...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
"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
Hayche Oscar 3 Seater Sofa - Blue, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Oscar 3 Seater Sofa captures the essence of classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design. This OEM product offers a range of wood finishes for the legs and a variety of fabric ...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
New Chester Premium 3 Seater Sofa, Navy Blue Velvet Upholstery
Located in Madrid, ES
CHESTER PREMIUM 3-seater sofa, navy blue velvet upholstery
-Design sofa, 3 seats.
-Made with a solid wooden structure.
-High density polyurethane foam.
-Upholstered in na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Hayche Nave Lux 2 Seater Sofa - Red, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Nave Lux 2 Seater Sofa exudes contemporary sophistication. As an OEM product, it comes with choices of black metal or oak lacquered legs, complemented by an array of fabric or wo...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Hayche Clasico 3 Seater Sofa - Brown, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
Channeling a classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design, the Clasico 3 Seater Sofa effortlessly combines timeless aesthetics and contemporary comfort. As an OEM product, it prese...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Hayche Oscar 3 Seater Sofa - Blue, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Oscar 3 Seater Sofa captures the essence of classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design. This OEM product offers a range of wood finishes for the legs and a variety of fabric ...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
LUSO 2-seater sofa in white boucle
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
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
HANJI modular sofa with chaise longue
Located in Frazão, Porto
The unbridled desire to achieve the perfect balance of a modular sofa led our design team to HANJI. Named “desire” in an African word, this modular sofa wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Feathers
Hayche Retro 2 Seater Sofa - Grey, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Retro 2 Seater Sofa celebrates a timeline of British and Scandinavian upholstery design. Straddling a decade period from 1960 through to 1970 ...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
ASAWA Sculptural Contemporary Sofa in Fabric and solid wood
Located in London, GB
The Asawa sofa is characterised by a sculptural and organic back which seems to have grown from the ground up. Two solid wood pieces act as the base for this curving and enveloping s...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hayche Leyi 3 Seater Sofa, United Kingdom, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Leyi 3 Seater Sofa embodies sustainable design principles with its contemporary elegance. This meaningful OEM product offers practicality and exceptional comfort, ensuring a long...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Wonatti Belem Sofa, Walnut Wood Footer, Cream Velvet
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury
Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort.
Wonatti Belem Sofa, Footer Solid Walnut wood, Cream...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Hayche Retro 3 Seater Sofa - Grey, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Retro 3 Seater Sofa celebrates a timeline of British and Scandinavian upholstery design. Straddling a decade period from 1960 through to 19...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Hayche Ela Chaise+1, Brown, United Kingdom, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Ela Chaise+1 epitomizes sustainable design, seamlessly blending contemporary elegance with purposeful features. As a practical and modular OEM product, it prioritizes exceptional...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Hayche Clasico 2 Seater Sofa - Grey, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
Echoing the timeless appeal of mid-century Scandinavian design, the Clasico 2 Seater Sofa brings together comfort and style. This OEM piece offers customization with various wood fin...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Hayche Oscar 2 Seater Sofa - Blue, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Oscar 2 Seater Sofa showcases the enduring elegance of classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design. As an OEM product, it offers a range of wood finishes for the legs and a se...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Meilleur Nom Sofa in Black Lacquer and Polished Bronze by Palena Furniture
Located in Istanbul, TR
Meilleur Nom Sofa
Open your senses to the enticing shape of the Meilleur Nom Sofa which adds visual elegance. Much like the grandeur of Italian design, Meilleur Nom is especially sui...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Hayche Paleta Chaise+2 - Blue, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Paleta Chaise+2 Sofa seamlessly blends clean, gentle contours with a modern design aesthetic. This OEM product presents options for black metal or oak lacquered legs, which harmo...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Wood
Hayche Oscar 2 Seater Sofa - Black, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Oscar 2 Seater Sofa showcases the enduring elegance of classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design. As an OEM product, it offers a range of wood finishes for the legs and a se...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Hayche Oscar 2 Seater Sofa, Black, United Kingdom, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Oscar 2 Seater Sofa showcases the enduring elegance of classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design. As an OEM product, it offers a range of wood finishes for the legs and a se...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hayche Retro 3 Seater Sofa - Green, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Retro 3 Seater Sofa celebrates a timeline of British and Scandinavian upholstery design. Straddling a decade period from 1960 through to 19...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Hayche Oscar 3 Seater Sofa - Black, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Oscar 3 Seater Sofa captures the essence of classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design. This OEM product offers a range of wood finishes for the legs and a variety of fabric ...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Hayche Ela Chaise+2, Blue, United Kingdom, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Ela Chaise+2 embodies sustainable design with its contemporary elegance and meaningful features. This practical and modular OEM product is exceptionally comfortable and crafted w...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Wonatti Lozere Sofa, Walnut Wood Footer, Yellow color Velvet
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury.
Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort.
Wonatti lozere sofa, footer walnut wood, beige premium Portuguese leather...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Alpaca Wool Blend Espresso Pillow with Basket Weave Pattern by Pehuen
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful espresso pillow is handmade in the mountainous regions of Patagonia, Argentina. Realized in an Alpaca/Merino wool blend, it offers a basket weave pattern in heather. S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Alpaca
Hayche Leyi Chaise+1, United Kingdom, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Leyi Chaise+1 embodies sustainable design principles with its contemporary elegance. This meaningful OEM product offers practicality and exceptional comfort, ensuring a long life...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vao Sofa 380 by Paolo Castelli
Located in Boston, MA
Three-seat sofa with a sinuous shape and ample dimensions, supported by a structure with legs made of discarded eco-friendly solid ash with an acetic finish, whose imperfections give...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
Wonatti Lozere Sofa, Walnut Wood Footer, Grey color Velvet
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury.
Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort.
Wonatti lozere sofa, footer walnut wood, beige premium Portuguese leather...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
B&B Italia by Naoto Fukasawa Red Highback Papilio Loveseat Sofa
Located in London, GB
Designed by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia, the Papilio collection is named after the Latin word for butterfly and draws inspiration from the silhouette.
Taking the same form as the iconic grande Papilio...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Hayche Oscar 3 Seater Sofa - Black leather, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Oscar 3 Seater Sofa captures the essence of classic mid-century Scandinavian modern design. This OEM product offers a range of wood finishes for the legs and a variety of fabric ...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
BRISTOL modular sofa
Located in Frazão, Porto
Modern, sleek, and minimalist.
Our Bristol sofa with straight lines, a perfectly balanced silhouette, and surprising comfort.
Bristol invites the user to feel at home in every living...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Hayche Paleta Chaise+2 - Light Brown, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Paleta Chaise+2 Sofa seamlessly blends clean, gentle contours with a modern design aesthetic. This OEM product presents options for black metal or oak lacquered legs, which harmo...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Wood
Luxurious L shaped sofa tailored in British Wool Denim Blue Coil Sprung seat
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
We want you to meet your perfect partner, the luxurious Enchanté Modular Sofa, with its solid beech frame and finely-tailored, pure wool fabric upholstery.
The Enchanté brings back...
Category
20th Century English Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Hayche Paleta Chaise+2 - Brown, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Paleta Chaise+2 Sofa seamlessly blends clean, gentle contours with a modern design aesthetic. This OEM product presents options for black metal or oak lacquered legs, which harmo...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Wood
Individual Lccc, Mexican Contemporary Armchair by Emiliano Molina for Cuchara
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
This individual armchair is a true masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. The structure of the chair stands tall, almost like a tribute to the art of furniture-making. The delicate...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Oak, Wood
Contemporary Alice Sofa in White Upholstery
Located in London, GB
ALICE is a new way of looking at the sofa as a leisure and resting space. Its ergonomic shape, works like a cloud that becomes part of the body. With an ever-changing society, smalle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Ciottolo #1 Seat by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Ciottolo #1 Seat by Imperfettolab
Dimensions: D 580 x W 90 x H 50 cm
Materials: Fiberglass.
Also available in different dimensions and colors. Please contact ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fiberglass
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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