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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Style: Modern
Number in Set: Single Piece
Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Sofa mod. Coronado in brown leather with high back. The seats, armrests and backrest have curved and s...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Erasmo leather sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Erasmo leather sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s Erasmo sofa in a very rare buffalo leather version, produced in the 1960s. Good condition, s...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Two-Seat ‘DS-47’ Sofa in Buffalo Leather by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
‘DS-47’ Two-Seat Sofa in Buffalo Leather by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s DIMENSIONS: 69"W x 33"D x 29"H; 16"Seat Height CONDITION: Great vintage condition.
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Erwin Lambeth Tomlinson Tuxedo Sofa
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Magnificent Erwin Lambe...
Category

1990s Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Foam, Feathers

Denmark Three-seater sofa 3303 Airport by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1993
Located in MIlano, IT
Denmark Three-seater sofa 3303 Airport by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1993 Three-seater sofa mod. 3303 Airport with square seat and backrest, padded and covered in red fabric. Sq...
Category

1990s Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Jules Leleu, Sofa, Mahogany, Brass, Fabric, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany, brass and bouclé fabric sofa or settee designed and produced by Jules Leleu, France, 1960s. Literature: Sirex, The House of Leleu, 2008, p. 327. seat height 15.5”. Reu...
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Alanda vintage sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Alanda sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. A true design product, typical of the 1990s. Made of Steel and upholstered in Grey color Alcantara, fully removable cover. Armrests and head...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Danish Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat GE-285 Jubilee Sofa in Oak and Fabric by GETAMA
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa in oak and fabric by GETAMA The model GE-285 sofa was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1985. The simple yet very elegant Wegner design feature a ...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak

DS-2878 Sofa by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-2878 sofa by De Sede Dimensions: D 170 x W 104 x H 86 cm Materials: board material, leather Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size. A re-edition tha...
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2010s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1958 Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Three Seat Sofa, Model 57 in Green Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an extremely early Florence Knoll ‘Parallel Bar’ Sofa, Model 57, designed by Florence Knoll in 1958. It is a rare example of Florence K...
Category

1950s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Custom Modern Channeled Sofa in Grey
Located in North York, ON
Hand crafted in Canada with the utmost attention to detail and quality, this sofa is a true testament to modern design and functionality. The sleek and minimalistic styling of this s...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

DS-85 Sofa or Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing DS-85 sofa or daybed in white (cream) leather. This DS 85 daybed was designed and manufactured in the 1970s by De Sede in Switzerland. This extremely comfortable sofa or l...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Lina Modular Sofa
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Feel the comfort with the organic modern Lina Sofa, formed by the modules that follow the curved lines... Length: 408x405 cm / 160.6x159.4 inch Depth: min 7...
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2010s Turkish Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood

Early Production #920 Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, c 1966, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early production Model #920 modular four-seat sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina was designed in circa 1966 and this example is from the earlier years of production as evidenced by the early style 'Figli di Amedeo Cassina' labels on each section (see photos). Featuring soft supple black leather cushions which extend to the arms and backside along with nicely grained Walnut accents to the frame, this sofa is in two parts and can either be used together as one long four-seat sofa or separated as two loveseat...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Delta Sofa - Modern White Upholstered Three Seat Sofa
Located in London, GB
The curvaceous sides of the Delta collection, give the design a modern and elegant look; blending together a sense of warmth and comfortableness with a touch of minimalist simplicity...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Odin Sofa by Konstantin Grcic, ClassiCon
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The special geometry of the seat means that people are not sitting parallel to each other, but facing each other: an invitation to dialogue. Seen in this way, Odin is a modern interp...
Category

1990s German Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

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

Modern Off-White Bouclé Curved Sofa with Rounded Design
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Selling a lovely modern sofa in super desirable bouclé fabric. Used only 2 years in a second home guest house in Palm Springs. The shade is super modern and chic. A firm seat with ro...
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Natuzzi Style Brown Leather Modular Reclining Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Natuzzi Style Brown Leather Modular Reclining Sofa This sofa measures: 94 wide x 39 deep x 39 inches high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height of 26...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Donghia Attributed Italian Custom L-Shape Sectional Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Italian Modern Custom long L-shape 3-piece sectional sofa with low back, attributed to Donghia. Measures: 31" H x 132" W x 132" L, Seat 19" H.
Category

20th Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede DS-1025 Terrazza Sofa in Cognac Suede by Ubald Klug, 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
Ubald Klug presented his design for the “Terrazza” sofa to De Sede in 1972 based on inspiration he found in the terraced fields of the Alps and the organic formations of sand. Pe...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

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

Modern Bamboo Bentwood Three Seat Sofa With White Seating Cushion, IDN 2024
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
One of a kind, modern bamboo bentwood three seat sofa with comfortable white seating cushion, designed by a very talented javanese designer. This unique large contemporay sofa was ma...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

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
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

Gian Pietro Arosio, Three Aluminum & Velvet Armchairs Forming Sofa, Italy 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Gian Pietro Arosio for D.A.S, three armchairs forming sofa, circa 1970, covered in original velvet, patinated aluminum structure.
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Modular Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
Located in BREDA, NL
A sofa extravaganza in soft calf leather. Made by B&B Italia, designed by Antonio Citterio. The set named 'LUIS' contains 7 modular units that can be combined in several set-ups. Th...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

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

2 Sesann sofas Gianfranco Frattini Cassina
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Gianfranco Frattini's set of two Sesann sofas is a sublime expression of contemporary design. Characterized by clean lines and elegant shapes, these sofas embody the essence of Itali...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Togo Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Porto, PT
Togo sofa in velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset The designer was inspired by the tooth paste tube Three seater sofa, upholstered in soft and smooth vetvet. The colour and and p...
Category

1990s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Italian modern three-seat sofa in burgundy teddy fabric, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern three-seat sofa in burgundy teddy fabric, 1970s Three-seat sofa in burgundy Teddy fabric. It features soft and curved lines, from the backrest, to the seat and armrest...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Grey 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 closed, it works as a comfortab...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms - M
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

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 in Dark Grey Linen and Wood Feet
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart piece. -Accompanies plus two loose cushions to a better comfort. (If you want more, it is possible to request a quote). Cushion's measuring 45x45 cm each o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Renzo Zavanella Attribution, Large Sofa, Shearling, Wood, Italy, 1940s.
Located in High Point, NC
A large shearling and stained wood sofa attributed to Renzo Zavanella, Italy, 1940s. Seat height 18”
Category

1940s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

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

Outdoor or Indoor "2 4 U", Two for You Sofa Limited Edition
By NAE
Located in Bochum, NRW
Sculptural designer sofa or loveseat "2 4 U" (two for you) suitable for poolside, garden, patio etc. Fiberglass, black glossy painted surface. Limited edition, made by N.Ionesco for ...
Category

2010s European Modern Sofas

Materials

Resin

Interior Crafts Tuxedo Pillow Back Sofas in Chenille
Located in Chicago, IL
* A second sofa is available. See below. Immerse yourself in the luxurious embrace of this fully upholstered Interior Crafts tuxedo / pillow back sofa...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Chenille, Upholstery, Down

Arflex Ribalta Adjustable Daybed by Fabrizio Ballardini
By Arflex, Fabricio Ballardini
Located in Dronten, NL
Ribalta Sofa designed by Fabrizio Ballardini for Arflex, 1980s. Easily adjustable from a spacious two-seater sofa into a comfortable daybed. The upholstery is still presentable with no tears or excessive wear, reupholstery available upon request. Fabrizio Ballardini, architect since 1977, turns his attention to industrial Design in 1980, working with many internationally renowned furniture factories. He designs for Arflex, Roche Bobois, Seven, Bernini, Sirrah, Gamma International, Bontempi, Progetti, Atl Group, Altrenotti, Vetfor, Enterprice Marine, Ipe, Kenzo Maison...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Crest sofa in Boucle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W80 D34 H28 SW79 SD26-20 SH16.5 Handcrafted sofa made in house. Item features solid white oak legs and fresh nubby boucle fabric. Item is in excellent condition, price is for this f...
Category

2010s Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Bold Sofa Linear - S
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
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
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

Groundpiece Sable Sofa by Flexform
Located in BREDA, NL
The Flexform Groundpiece sofa is a design by Antonio Citterio and it symbolizes the ultimate Flexform comfort. This is one of the most well-known ...
Category

2010s Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede, Fabric

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

20th Century Leather Sofa In The Manner Of Le Corbusier, Italy c.1980
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A white leather sofa in the manner of Le Corbusier’s LC2 sofa, crafted in Italy in the 1980s. It captures the essence of vintage aesthetics and offers the same iconic look as its cou...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Giovannetti, 1970s Anfibio Foldable Sofa Blue Colored, cotton, Project, Becchi
Located in Casalguidi, IT
From an idea of Cav. Giovannetti Benito was born the project Anfibio. Project: Alessandro Becchi. Production year 1970. Born in 1970, the historic Anfibio that continues to make dream generations all around the world. In 1972 it was selected and awarded for the prestigious “Compasso d’Oro”: sold in tens of thousands of precious varieties and exhibited in 13 museums around the world. A very freedom seat, “relax version” to watch tv, “Atollo version” to seat with other, and bed for adults. These are its indispensable ingredients, that’s why the whole world loves and sympathizes with Anfibio. This historic sofa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Cotton

PILLAR SOFA - Modern design in Soft White Boucle
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The Pillar Sectional Sofa is a stunning piece of furniture with a unique and captivating design. It is characterized by layered, asymmetrical design elements that create a sense of sophistication and simplicity. The deliberate imbalance in these design elements comes together harmoniously to make a minimal yet elegant design statement. The displayed fabric for the Pillar Sofa...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

RAOUL SOFA - Modern Channeled Sofa on Brass Plinth Base in COM
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
RAOUL SOFA - Modern Channeled Sofa on Brass Plinth Base in COM The Raoul sofa sounds like a luxurious and stylish piece of furniture that draws inspiration from Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheet Metal

Grey Velvet tufted shelter style sofas, a pair
Located in Wichita, KS
These lovely tailored silver grey shelter sofas feature a tight arm, tight back and tailored seat. Pillows included. The sofas are being sold individually and are priced separately. The can also be purchased as a pair. Each with three 20" pillows. Dimensions: H 26.5" × W 90.5" x D 34.75" X SH 18.5"; Arm Height 26.5"; Inside Seat Depth 28.5" To View all...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

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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