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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Bielecky Brothers, Modern Two Seater Sofa, Settee, Cane, Bamboo, USA, 21st C.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Bielecky Brothers, Modern Two Seater Sofa or Settee, Cane, Bamboo, USA, 21st C.
Very well done two seater bamboo and cane wrapped sofa or settee handmade by Bielecky Brothers having...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Italian Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Modular Outdoor Sofa with Waterproof Blue Leather Upholstery
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Archi Modular Sofa - 5 modules available
The Archi outdoor sofa was designed to easily adapt to any outdoor project.
Composed of several modules that can be purchased separately, an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Potomac Tan Leather and Blackened Steel Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Conceived in 2011, this sofa design was the first piece in The Inheritance Collection by Stephen Kenn. Beginning from a place of curiosity about how furniture was constructed, the co...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Winner of the Compasso d’Oro award in 1970, the Soriana led Italian power couple Afra and Tobia Scarpa to instant success. An original concept, metal belts front and back give struct...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian modern Three-seater sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Three-seater sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 1980s
Iconic and vintage three-seater sofa mod. Cornaro with round section structure in black painted solid...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Modern Lc2 Sofa, Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassina, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Lc2 two-seater sofa, with black tubular structure with satin finish and completely removable cover in white cotton fabric.
Designed by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassi...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Sofa V1
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Conceived in 2011, this sofa design was the first piece in The Inheritance Collection by Stephen Kenn. Beginning from a place of curiosity about how furniture was constructed, the co...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Divano Saratoga di Poltronova anni 70 struttura laccata e cuscini in pelle
Located in Milano, MI
Saratoga è il divano disegnato nel 1964 da Lella & Massimo Vignelli per Poltronova con struttura in legno laccato al poliestere lucido nero e cuscini sfoderabili di piuma rivestiti in pelle cognac. La struttura rigida, realizzata mediante assemblaggio di quattro elementi di uguale spessore, con angoli smussati, accoglie cuscini di seduta leggermente sporgenti. Sono sedute da porre al centro dello spazio in quano dotate di una rifinitura molto elegante anche sul retro.
L’essenzialità della forma, abbinata alla precisione del disegno e alla raffinatezza di finiture e dettagli, rende il design di Lella e...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Lacquer
Waxed Cognac Leather 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 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
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 His...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Ligne Roset L-Shaped Sofa with Alcantara Upholstery
By Ligne Roset
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Ligne Roset L-Shaped Sofa, a stunning addition to any modern living space. This sleek and stylish sofa features a unique shape and is upholstered in luxurious alcanta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Modular Sofa with Waterproof Leather
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Nomad Modular Sofa - 4 different modules available.
The Nomad sofa is more than just a simple piece of outdoor furniture. It is a flexible and adaptable seating solution that can be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Knit Fabric 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
Bliss Sofa & Ottoman Set by Mother
Located in New York, NY
Bliss Sofa by Mother, Represented by Tuleste Factory
2023
Reclaimed 100 year old pine, Marine grade foam, Water resistant Sunbrella
88” x 28.63” x 35.25”
Bliss Sofa & Ottoman Set...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Pine
Flemming Lassen Mingle Sofa Moonlight Sheepskin Dark Stained Oak for Audo
By Flemming Lassen, Audo
Located in New York, NY
The Mingle sofa was designed in 1935 by architect Flemming Lassen (1902-1984) and was presented at The Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Competition in the same year. It was subsequent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak, Wood
Naked Curved Sectional Sofa, 4 Piece with Beech Ash-056-1 and Vigo Plantain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional Sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
KGBL Famechon Sofa
By KGBL
Located in New York, NY
The delicately proportioned Famechon is gently curved in both plan and elevation. The channeled back and seat provide a surprising amount of comfort. Shown with turned American Black...
Category
2010s Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
21st Century Fielder Outdoor Loveseat by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Fielder Outdoor round love-seat with pouf with structure in mat micaceous iron
Finishing. Upholstery in Fabric cat. A outdoor sky 912/15 & sun. Cushions set excluded. Additional deco...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Gervasoni WK Large Sofa in Beech with Woven Rawhide & Cushions by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A structure with squared lines but of great visual lightness characterises the family of WK sofas, available with two or three seats. A proposal with a charm that is both classic and exotic, with a beech structure covered with a texture made with interweaving of natural parchment, featuring soft loose seat and back cushions.
Large sofa in beech woven...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Hide
Outdoor Swing Bench with Black Leather Accents
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
Waxed Cognac Leather & Blackened Steel 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 ste...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Set of DS-1025 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-1025 sofa by De Sede
Designer: Ubald Klug
Dimensions: left D 91 x W 156 x H 70 cm
right D 91 x W 156 x H 70 cm
Total: 91 x 312 x 70 cm
Materials: Leather, SEDEX upholstery ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Modern Almourol Sofa, Olive Green Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Almourol Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Almourol leather sofa draws inspiration from the distinctive...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
American Designer, Freeform Sofa, Green Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric sofa designed and produced by an American designer, USA, 1940s.
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Paolo Castelli Coral White 3-Seater Sofa by Hubert de Malherbe
Located in Boston, MA
Generous and abundant shapes for a series of upholstered furniture items with a design that brings cloud-like softness to mind. The monolithic structure is far from heavy on the eye,...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Ash
Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Leather Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Leather sofa designed by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1980. All original and in great vintage condition. Arms are removable.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Garden Swing Sofa with Stainless Steel Frame, Waterproof Leather Upholstery
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor swing sofa two 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
De Sede DS-705 Sofa by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Infinite seating comfort
Design and comfort go arm in arm in a very appealing way in the DS-705 by Philippe Malouin. The way the armrests are casually folded inwards creates a ve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Dark Olive Heavy Canvas and Marbled Rust Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat 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 upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in White
By Piero Lissoni, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Hand-Dyed Indigo Canvas and Marbled Rust Three Piece 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 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Pasqualina Sofa by Grassi & Bianchi
Located in Milan, IT
This sofa is completely covered in natural-colored leather. Its thin, minimal structure creates a distinct, striking visual silhouette. Formed from a tubular steel frame, it can be c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped har...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Customizable Classic Sofa with Crushed Velvet and Shaped Back Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
Designed for ballrooms, grand entries and other spaces requiring "forever" sofas, this piece is entirely customizable in length and sectional breakdown. Consider for commercial proje...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Maple
Natural Leather and Antique Brass Two Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat 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 upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Blue with Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Curved Sofa with Oxblood Cowhide and Fantastical Printed Velvet, Slope Arm
Located in Greenwich, CT
Curved, symmetrical sofa with slop arms upholstered with oxblood color hair on hide on back and fantastical printed velvet on seat with contrast welting...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cowhide, Velvet
Custom Curved Channel Back Sofa by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Custom curved channel back sofa by Carrocel. Displayed with a Gold Leafed Platform and luxurious fabric material. Featuring unique channel back desig...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Sofas
Materials
Gold Leaf
Gervasoni Ghost 15 Sofa Bed in Rene Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gervasoni Ghost 15 sofa bed in white linen upholstery by Paola Navone
Sofa-bed upholstered with polyurethane foams, removable covers. Three back cushi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Contemporary X-Large 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
Gufram Standard Colors Bocca Unlimited by Studio 65
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
On the occasion of its 50th anniversary, Bocca revolutionizes its image: 25 new colors dye Gufram’s iconic lips, which for the occasion are dressed up in an unprecedented, more mater...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
1950s Florence Knoll Parallel Bar System Three Seat Sofa for Reupholstery
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an early Florence Knoll Parallel Bar System Sofa, Model 53, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1955. This piece was produced in the USA at around the same time. It is a ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Large sofa by Novo Rumo, 1960s
By Novo Rumo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Rare canapé par Novo Rumo, vers 1960 à six pieds.
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Modern Grass Curved Sofa, Nobilis Fabric, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grass Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Grass curved sofa takes its shape from nature’s own dewdrop on grass, promising a comfortabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Sturdy Modular Outdoor Lounge with Leather Accents
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound Modular Sofa
The Hound modular sofa combines classic elegance and durability to take your outdoor space to new levels of design and comfort. Developed using high-quality mater...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Morfeo Sofa in velvet
By Carpanelli
Located in Desio, IT
Important volumes harmoniously define the Morfeo 3 seats sofa line characterized by intentionally enveloping armrests to give comfort while remaining in a stylistic context of refinement and elegance. It is a program of sofas, armchairs and modular elements, the study of the seat and the inclination of the backrest, down filled cushions are all designed...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Moooi Nest Double Seater Sofa in White Steel Frame by Marcel Wanders Studio
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Nest collection’s linear, clear metal structure lifts the plumpest and softest cushions from the floor. It is a comfy elevated nest for one or more people. For the lovers of fres...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Modern Curved Sofa in Black Linen After Edward Wormley
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic bespoke modern sofa custom upholstered in a black linen fabric. The angular sofa features a concave or curved front in the style and manner of Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Sacha Sofa, Modern Sofa in COM
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SACHA SOFA - Modern Sofa in COM
The Sacha Sofa is a modern and stylish piece of furniture that adds elegance to any room. It is upholstered in COM (Customer Own Material); this cu...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Rolf Benz Vintage Modular Brown Leather Lounge Sofa, Germany, 1970
By Rolf Benz
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Modular sectional leather sofa was by Rolf Benz manufactured in Germany.
It is a pure 70ties design with timeless modern shape.
The leather is a aniline brown color wit...
Category
1970s German Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Polystyrene, Wood
DeSede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Espresso Leather & Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped har...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
21st Century Woodstock 4-Seater Sofa in Velvet by Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A sofa with a welcoming and comfortable look, emphasized by the mattress conformation of the seat. Refined details such as the polished brass tips of the basement and the roll cushio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Bull 3-seater red leather sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 1987
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
A timeless design by infamous Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini (1926-2004) for Cassina; the Bull sofa. Only produced in 1987 by Cassina, this design is becoming increasingly rare...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plastic, Rubber
Gervasoni Open 5 Small Modular Bed Sofa in Munch Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
When it comes to furniture that transforms, Open is undoubtedly the perfect product. Collection of sofa beds with headboard and backrests available in different solutions, thanks to the foldaway bed with wooden slatted base, easily removable through a servo-assisted movement mechanism, which adds an extra single bed. Reception furniture par excellence is suitable for a number of different rooms in your house.
Modular bed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Saba Italia New York Suite
Located in Boston, MA
The New York collection designs by Sergio Bicego still retain a contemporary soul and timeless spirit.
Experience the perfect fusion of retro elegance and futuristic Italian design w...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Fernandine Two Seat Sofa, Brass & COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Fernandine walls are a part of History that embraces the city of Porto, located in the north of Portugal.
These medieval fortifications topped off by battlements were completed d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
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.