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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1910s
Modern One Arm Slipper Sofa in Velvet
Located in Wichita, KS
This beautiful one arm slipper sofa is upholstered in blush pink velvet and is made by Lee industries. its scale is modern and its lines are soft and curved. The sofa is made by Le...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Art Deco Style Sofa in Velvet with Toned Piping
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Marina Sofa by Ciarmoli Queda Studio
Located in Milan, IT
Transform your outdoor space into a calming oasis with the Marina Sofa. Its stainless steel frame draws inspiration from classic Florentine designs, exudin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hand Tailored Fringes 3-Seater Sofa in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The handmade sofa draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run along the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
CraftAssociates, Vancouver Modern Mohair Sofa, Copper, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates, Vancouver Modern Mohair Sofa, Copper, Walnut
This modern sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. The sofa boasts hand cut high-...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Copper
Extra Deep Curved Sofa Offered In Performance Velvet and Metal Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Made to order sofa with deep curved chaise offered in a selection of luxurious performance soft velvets. The velvet is stain resistant, and water repellent.
The base is offered in me...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Retro Roll Arm Sofa in Kvadrat Vanir
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
Extra Deep Sectional Sofa Made to Order in Performance Fabric
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics.
Shown with salmon cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Wood
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
Contemporary Velvet Sofa with Curvy Silhouette
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa breathes heritage, taking notes from curves and silhouettes from eras of unmatched elegance. The sleek curvy lines, superb and cozy high back and perfectly proportioned sea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Customizable ClassiCon Lota Sofa by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
The apartment of Madame Mathieu-Levy on Rue de Lota in Paris was regarded as one of the most sensational examples of French interior architecture of the 1920s. Eileen Gray had create...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Contemporary Curved Sofa in Linen Beige Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Olympia projects pure haute couture from this two-piece suite, with its sensuous feminine outline and voluptuous shape. Each exquisitely curved design features detailed seaming to th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Hand Tailored Fringes 2-Seat Sofa in Antique Pink Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The handmade sofa draws on the signature Franjas fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Silk, Trimming
Extra Deep Sectional Sofa In Custom Velvet Color
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics.
Shown with taupe cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Foam
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Linea Sofa, COM upholstery with walnut detail, by Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Linea Sofa is defined by the gentle flow of its upholstered curves, balanced by solid wood details. Staying true to the studio's design philosophy, it p...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mohair, Walnut
Contemporary Velvet Sofa with High Back and Long Seat
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sofa with a high back and long seat that is designed for talking, for lounging, for sharing secrets and laughs. This high back sofa is like an embrace, whi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Hand-Tailored Curved Sectional Sofa in Deep Blue Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern inspired sectional sofa featuring curved design with luxurious blueberry blue cotton velvet fabric. Supported by smoked eucalyptus wood base.
Standard dimensions:
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Modular Rounded Bulky Sofa With Upholstered Footer
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This new addition to the collection of modular sofas includes six unique modules. It stands out for several reasons. Firstly, it is entirely upholstered, including the footer, ensuri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Wood
Contemporary Channel-Tufted Sofa Offered in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Designed with a thorough but playful attention to geometry and form, this sofa has a glamorous 60’s & 70’s sci-fi retro look. Its quilted upholstery...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Teak Wood Three-Seat Sofa with Light Beige Upholstery, Fine Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Fine teak wood three-seat sofa designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with light beige fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Fine three-seat sofa balances contemporary elegance with the inviting warmth of natural materials. Wrapped in soft wheat-thin twill weave fabric, this sofa exudes a light, airy feel, perfect for modern and refined interiors. The solid teak wood arms, finished with a matte, velvety teak touch, add architectural structure while showcasing the organic beauty of the wood's natural variations.
Designed with deep cushions and a very soft comfort level, this sofa invites relaxation without compromising on style. Its solid wood frame, enhanced with elastic bands and foam support, ensures both durability and plush seating. Whether styled in a minimalist space or incorporated into a more layered decor, the Fine sofa...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
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
Contemporary Modular System, Black Steel / Water Repellent Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious soft velvets with high resistance to abrasion, stains and is water repellent.
Hardwood frame with advanced comfort spri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
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
Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom one arm sofa with down wrapped cushions
In stock ready for immediate shipping
showroom samples, reflects discounted price, we offer custom in any...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Ivory-Gold Jacquard Brass Handmade Portugal 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 curved sofa and day bed shar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Chesterfield Green Leather 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
The Chesterfield sofa, from Tribeca Collection, is an icon of the world of the leather lounge, a timeless classic in the world of upholstery, an ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
CraftAssociates Sofa, Floating Modern Sofa, Mid Century
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Sofa, Floating Modern Sofa, Mid Century
This modern sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. Each sofa boasts hand cut foam and high grade commercial fabric. The so...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
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
Amorphous Sculptural Outdoor Sofa In Dark Concrete Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary garden sofa crafted of fiberglass-reinforced acrylic resin in aged concrete finish. The reinforced resin is forceful enough to withstand extreme weather conditions witho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer
The Pillow Sofa Triple Seat - Modular Upholstered Sofa with Aluminum Frame
By Klein Agency
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tasking ourselves to design a robust sofa that could stand
up against two small children yet look simple and elegant in
a family home, we developed the Pillow Sofa. It’s laser cut, p...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Magic White Fabric Sofa Bed by BBB Italia
By BBB Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Sophisticated and practical, this sofa bed will be a standout addition to a contemporary home. A patented mechanism allows it to become a chaise longue and a queen-size bed when need...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Italian Hamilton Sofa by Minotti
By Minotti
Located in Austin, TX
Sofa from Italy made by Minotti. Founded in 1948; Minotti is a world-renowned company based in Italy that designs and produces some of the most sought-after contemporary furniture. The Hamilton sofa...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Curved Velvet Sofa with Wooden Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Experience this curved sofa that offers both serene comfort and timeless elegance, Its low height and soft, cloud-like curves create an inviting and versatile seating experience. Thi...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Modern Designer Fendi Casa ivory leather sofa
By Fendi Casa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Modern Designer Fendi Casa cream leather sofa with back drink shelf. Authentic Fendi Casa Italian modern designer sofa, featuring soft light cream leather upholstery with b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
2000s Room & Board Gray Leather Sofa Pierson
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Gray Leather Sofa by Room & Board
Relaxed seating down blend cushions sleek modern profile
Dimensions: 102 long x 40 d x 26.5...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Suelo Outdoor Armless Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® Outdoor Armless Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions....
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
L'INTEMPOREL Contemporary Sofa in Yellow Velvet by Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
L'INTEMPOREL Sofa by Alexandre Ligios, Represented by Tuleste Factory
Velvet
L 96 x H 39 x D 32
The velvet sofa with fringes exudes an aura ...
Category
2010s Moroccan Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Modernist Biscuit Tufted 'Relaxed' Sofa in Holly Hunt Fabric by Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
This thoughtfully designed Modernist Biscuit Tufted 'Relaxed' Sofa in Holly Hunt Upholstery is by Florence Knoll, originating from the United States, Circa 2000. Featuring a chrome f...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Bertu Sofas, Mondo Modern Sofa, Oak, Maple, Simple
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Sofas, Mondo Modern Sofa, Oak, Maple, Simple
This Modern Mondo sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood and veneer in Ohio, USA. The sofa's si...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Maple
Great Modern Sofa in Burnt Orange Velvet by Steelcase
Located in Miami, FL
Great modern sofa in burnt orange velvet made by Steelcase. In direct sunlight the orange color looks brighter.
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Suelo Modern Wood Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® modern wood sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. This...
Category
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Handcrafted Outdoor Sofa in Natural Teak Wood with Flat Weaving Detail
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Resistant to oxidation, designed for heavy loads, scratch-resistant, and easy to clean.
Weaving: Flat 4 mm weave.
Fixed Upholstery: 100% polyester. M...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rope, Teak
Retro Roll Arm Sofa in Maharam Velvet
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
The Pillow Sofa Double Seat - Modular Upholstered Sofa with Aluminum Frame
By Klein Agency
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tasking ourselves to design a robust sofa that could stand
up against two small children yet look simple and elegant in
a family home, we developed the Pillow Sofa. It’s laser cut, p...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Bomb Green Armchair by Simone Micheli
By Adrenalina
Located in Milan, IT
The designer entrusted bomb with a special task as while sitting on we are invited to reflect on the eternal drama of war and hope that life will always prevail. This armchair is cha...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Other
Suelo Modern Wood Sofa with Plinth Base
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® Modern wood sofa with plinth base is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and se...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Poltrona Frau Bosfora Cream Two Seater Sofa
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Poltrona Frau Bosfora Cream Two Seater Sofa, a stunning addition to any luxury living space. Crafted with the finest materials, this sofa boasts a sleek and modern de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Outdoor Woven Rope Sofa in Solid Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean.
Weaving: Flat 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean.
Fix...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Rope, Teak
Vladimir Kagan Matinee Sofa for American Leather, USA, 2000's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vladimir Kagan Matinee Sofa for American Leather, USA, 2000's
Vladimir Kagan Matinee Sofa
Manufacturer: American Leath...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Modern Upholstered Sofa 'Gropius CS1' by NOOM, Wool, Calico 29
By NOOM
Located in Paris, IDF
Modern sofa Gropius CS1 by NOOM
Fully Upholstered
Dimensions:
Height: 71 cm
Width: 150 cm
Depth: 70 cm
Seat height: 44 cm
Model shown in picture :
- Fabric : Wool - Co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Foam, Wood, Plywood
Contemporary Modular System, Black Steel / Water Repellant Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious soft velvets with high resistance to abrasion, stains and is water repellent.
Hardwood frame with advanced comfort spri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Salvador Dali, Contemporary, Red Dali Lips Sofa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dalilips designed by Salvador Dali for BD design.
Two-seat sofa made of polyethylene with rotational moulding process. Color red.
Measures: 100 x 170 x 73 H cm.
Is the famous sofa in the shape of a mouth which the artist created together with Oscar Tusquets in 1972 for the Mae West room at the Dalí Museum...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Plastic
Vintage Three Seater Sofa by Brunschwig & Fils
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage three seater sofa designed and manufactured in the United States by Brunschwig & Fils.
The piece has a beautiful white wooden frame and upholstered in a white and blue fabri...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Luke 3-Seater Sofa with Layered Curved Design in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is a time capsule of style. Taking cues from the most fashionable scarves in history, it’s subtle and layered composition create a dynamic and effortlessly stylish presence...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Angelo Modular Modern Customizable Sectional Sofa
Located in Studio City, CA
Sleek and low and sexy this five-piece modern modular sectional. Various configurations. Multiple fabrics and colors to choose from.
Measures...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ekornes Leather Sofa Stressless Reclining High-Back
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Norwegian Tan Leather Stressless Reclining Sofa
Superior comfort
Teak Colored Wood Frame not teak wood
Model Windsor High Back-Seater....
Category
Early 2000s Norwegian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Leather
Ploum medium Sofa high back by Ligne Roset in Kvadrat Febrik Apparel 433
Located in The Hague, NL
Introducing the 'Ploum' Sofa by Ligne Roset, newly reupholstered in a Kvadrat Febrik Apparel 433, a high quality fabric selected by Ligne roset for this sofa. Designed by the renowne...
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
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.