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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available
Located in New York, NY
Modernist sofa designed by Larry Laslo for Directional featuring new Italian Ivory Boucle fabric. Back and seat feature cushions which are ...
Category

20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Down

Blue Velvet Sofa by Massimo Iosa Ghini
Located in San Francisco, CA
A purple velvet Newton sofa by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Moroso.
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Obsidian Black Leather and Blackened Steel Sofa
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

2004 Ron Arad for Moroso Victoria and Albert Sofa in Purple Leather 6x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Victoria and Albert Sofa, originally designed by Ron Arad in 2000. These particular examples were produced by Moroso in Italy C. 200...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Three-Piece Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience.  This version of our Inheritance Sofa can be broken down into three pieces for easy delivery through narrow hallways or elevators. Once reassembled, the seams are nearly invisible, allowing for a full sized lounge experience. Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable sofa you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle  - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options. This version of our Inheritance Sofa is upholstered in blue smoke leather...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

New Spanish Design Sofa 3 Seats
Located in Madrid, ES
Design sofa, 3 seats. -Made with solid wooden structure. -High-density polyurethane foam. -Upholstered in vintage imitation leather -Coordinating 2-seater sofa, optional ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modernist Oak Sofa Designed by Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
Modernist oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron for the French company "Le mobilier Votre Maison". Solid Oak frame with newly upholstered seat and back cushions.
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Moooi BFF Modular Sofa in Divina 3, 171 Light Grey Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The award-winning BFF Sofa by Marcel Wanders is everyone's new best friend! A high quality, soft yet firm modular sofa system, consisting of a wide variety of modules for endless con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1980s Eileen Gray "Lota" Sofa for ClassiCon in Black Leather and Lacquered Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a “Lota” sofa, designed by Eileen Gray in 1924. This particular sofa was manufactured by ClassiCon in the 1980s, and bears a label with Gray’s signature. Gray designed the Lo...
Category

1980s French Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Maple Lowback Suzy Wong Loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Maple lowback suzy wong loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Abaca, rattan, maple. Also available in walnut. Dimensions: 83 cm x 162 cm x H 64 cm ...
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan, Maple

Olive Twill Canvas and Blackened Steel Two-Seat Sofa
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 uphols...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Isola Sofa by Studio Cerri & Associati for Poltrona Frau
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Contemporary sofa upholstered in Pelle Frau® Color System leather, the finest raw material of European origin, is synonymous with color. Directing the palettes is the Frau® Color Sy...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Outdoor Sofa Featuring a Brown Wooden Frame and White Cushions
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Céline Three-seat Sofa The Céline sofa features a minimalist design enriched with subtle details that convey the essence of the brand, making it a versatile piece that integrates p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Essentiel Pink Sofa, Designed by Sergio Bicego, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2) Attention to detail, a feature that can be noticed in the quilting of the backrest cushi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Modern Outdoor Sofa with Green Leather and Gold Accents
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 se...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hand-Dyed Indigo Canvas and Blackened Steel Two-Seat Sofa
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

Floor Sample La Cividina Suiseki Sofa Designed By Andrea Steidl
Located in Boston, MA
Designed By Andrea Steidl Suiseki is a collection of padded seats inspired – as its name suggests – by the Japanese art of arranging naturally occurri...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Orla Sofa by Cappellini, Upholstered in Schumacher's Orley Jacquard Fabric
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered in our sophisticated Orley jacquard, this elegant sofa by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini offers a breathtaking and unexpected combination of traditional and modern design...
Category

20th Century French Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Set of DS-5 Sofa and Cushions by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-5 sofa and 2 cushions by De Sede Designer: Antonella Scarpitta Dimensions: Sofa: D 98 x W 143 x H 60/84 cm Cushion: 12 x 52 x 25 cm Materials: frame in solid beech, belted suspension...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vintage Military Canvas and Antique Brass Two-Seat Sofa
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

Olive Dark Green Leather and Antique Brass Two-Seat Sofa
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

21st Century Cushy Sofa in Blue Jacquard Fabric by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Expression of a new domestic scenario made of expressive colors and immersive fabrics, Cushy is a line of furniture made up of a sofa, armchair, bed and pouf, all characterized by so...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Brentwood Navy Leather and Blackened Steel Armless Sofa
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

Vintage Military Canvas and Antique Brass Three Piece Sofa
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

Brass

Unique Modern Concrete Two-Seated Black and White Sofa by Lucas Tyra Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Svav sofa by Lucas Tyra Morten 2020 Limited edition of 19 Price per module Module dimensions: H 32, D 110, W 140 cm Module weight: 100 kg. Material: concrete...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Sofas

Materials

Concrete

Elegant 4-Piece Modular Sofa in Mohair with Mahogany Legs 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Curved 4 piece modular sofa with mahogany legs, custom design, American 1940's. This sofa allows you to configure it in multiple ways with the slipper ...
Category

1940s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Upholstery, Mahogany

Large Beveled, Couch by Marc Dibeh
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Beveled - Couch by Marc Dibeh 2021 Materials: Fabric Dimensions: W 300 x H 63 x D 80 cm Also Available: Large Beirut based designer Marc Dibeh narrates his cultural e...
Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Moooi BFF Right Arm Chaise Longue Sofa in Justo, Bazalt Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The award-winning BFF sofa by Marcel Wanders is everyone's new best friend! A high quality, soft yet firm modular sofa system, consisting of a wide variety of modules for endless con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

One-Off American Studio Craft Movement Modern Sofa in Black Walnut and Raw Silk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An exceptional American Studio Craft sofa executed in black walnut and finished with a raw silk seat cushion, designed and built by Larry an...
Category

20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Military Canvas and Antique Brass Two-Seat Sofa and Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slightly smaller in size, the two-seat sofa is ideal for apartments or smaller spaces requiring a smaller footprint. The inheritance bench is a versatile piece that can be used as a ...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Chester 3 Seater Sofa, Red Wine Velvet New
Located in Madrid, ES
Chester 3 seater sofa, Red Wine velvet new. DATA SHEET: -Design sofa, 3 seats. -Made with solid wooden structure. -High-density polyurethane foam. -Upholstered in gree...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Gufram, Bocca Lip-Shaped Sofa, Cherry, by Studio 65
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bocca, the original 1970 lips-shaped couch is only Gufram’s. More than any other, this object of design represents the perfect abstraction of feminine beauty. It is no coincidence th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

DIVO Sectional Contemporary Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
Feel like a movie star on this luxurious sofa upholstered with memory foam and down-filled cushions for extra comfort. Its bold, self-assured personality rests on sleekly designed me...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Design sofa Mw02 "Bronze Cannage", made in France, designed by Olivier Santini
Located in Beaumont-Louestault, FR
"Elevate furniture aesthetics to an artistic level" with this MW02 "Cannage". High-end designer sofa, custom-made in France. This MW02 "Cannage" combines vintage elegance with chic...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel, Other

Modern Tight Seat Curved Sofa with Neutral Boucle and Contrast Welting
Located in Greenwich, CT
Mid-century modern curved sofa with tight seat and tight back. Upholstered in a light grey / tonal woven with variegated patches of ashy white bou...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

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

MADELEINE Upholstered Curved Sofa with Flower Fabric and Oak Wood Feet
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Introducing the enchanting Madeline Sofa—a testament to Italian craftsmanship that seamlessly marries sinuous femininity with generous proportions. This ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Wood, Fabric

Ghidini 1961 Tarantino 3-Seat Sofa in Green Cord Fabric by L. Bozzoli
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Soft and welcoming, this sofa is inspired by the 1970s, a decade that changed our culture forever through freedom and self-discovery. The sofa invites you to a world of fantasy where...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Rendez-Vous Sofa in Special A5 Upholstery with Black Metal by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rendez-vous is the new seating system envisaged not only for the home environment, but also for public spaces. The aim of the project is to allow upmost flexibility in configurations...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Ghidini 1961 Tarantino 3-Seat Sofa in Brown Cord Fabric by L. Bozzoli
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Soft and welcoming, this sofa is inspired by the 1970s; a decade that changed our culture forever through freedom and self-discovery. The sofa invites you to a world of fantasy where...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

"Grand Plie'" White or Light Grey Sofa Designed by L. and R. Palomba for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Grand Plie'" is a white or light grey polyethylene monobloc iconic sofa, designed by Ludovica e Roberto Palomba and manufactured by Driade. White version ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Plastic

Large Contemporary Sofa Made in Italy
Located in London, London
Large sofa Brass base Made to order by a small artisanal factory in Italy Can be customised with regards to size and material.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vintage Sofa Set by Silvio Cavatorta - Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sofa Set realized by Silvio Cavatorta in the Mid-20th century. Top rare an impressive set of a sofa and a pair of armchairs realized in cur...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Rosewood

Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa With White and Bege Outdoor Leather
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the beautiful metallic detai...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

1984 Herman Miller Eames Sofa Compact with Alexander Girard Miller Stripe Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Compact Sofa, Model S-473, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1954. This particular example dates to 1984 and is upholstered in its see...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Blue Leather and Polished Black Nickel Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience.  Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable sofa you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle  - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options. This version of our Inheritance Sofa is upholstered in smooth blue leather from the Acadia Collection by Moore & Giles. The foam seat cushion has been wrapped in down for added comfort and sits atop a polished black nickel...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Sectional Sofa 'Palmo' by Amura Lab, Brera 850, Ref. 13
Located in Paris, IDF
Sectional sofa Palmo by Amura Lab Designer: Emanuel Gargano Model shown: textile - Brera 850 Ref. 13 Inspired by the natural gesture of an openin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

C. 1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Three-Seat Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an important three-seater sofa, designed by renowned architect and furniture designer Warren Platner. The piece was part of a series that Platner designed in the mid-70s for ...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

CLARISSE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Cream Boucle
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
CLARISSE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Cream Boucle The Clarisse sofa is a modern and stylish addition to any living space. Its high-end construction and premiu...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 4 Moonlight Sheepskin the Tired Man Lounge Chair by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 moonlight sheepskin The Tired Man lounge chair by Lassen Dimensions: W 102 x D 87 x H 88 cm Materials: Sheepskin Flemming Lassen designed the overstuffed easy chair...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Perla Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular seating system with movable backrest in the further development of the modular seating system, the organic form of the sculptural body grew mo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Potomac Tan Leather and Blackened Steel Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Two Seat Sofa from Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection is ideal for apartments or smaller spaces requiring a smaller footprint. This variation is upholstered in a beautiful wa...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Moooi SLT Chaise Longue Left in Divina Melange 3, 620 Upholstery and Steel Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Something Like This sofa is a celebration of the designer's love for sketchy drawings translated into a soft unusually modelled sofa. Additional information: Material: Wood a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Essentiel 3-Seat 250 Sofa in Braided Pink Upholstery & Grey Legs, Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Essentiel sofa presents itself with a clear purpose. A design without excess and friendly ergonomics, it represents a mix of Italian elegance and northern traits, merging harmoni...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-747/23 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Once upon a time, there was a master saddler with his mind set on taking bulky, thick leather and using his perfect craftsmanship to make it comfortable and cozy. For genera-tions, the legacy of what Ernst Lüthy created when he established de Sede in the 1960s has been reflected in DS-747: form follows function. Be it sitting, sleeping, dining or relaxing – thanks to its essence of excellence, this all-rounder offers optimum functionality: with a few easy flicks of the wrist, the armrests can be tilted independently of each other and the soft seating surfaces enlarged. The exposed back lends DS-747 its lightness as a small sculpture with a high function – a sofa created to sit not on but in. A marvel in three dimensions, DS-747 is perfectly suited for small spaces or city apartments. If visitors spontaneously decide to stay longer, this elegant yet compact sofa offers an outstand-ing place to sleep – the armrests can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to enlarge the seating surface, while the deliberately exposed back offers a glimpse into the functions of DS-747. The multifunctional sofa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Fredericia Savannah Sofa by Erik Jorgensen and Monica Förster
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Fredericia Savannah Sofa, designed by renowned duo Erik Jorgensen and Monica Förster. This luxurious piece exudes elegance and sophistication, perfect for an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Karim Rashid Casamania & Horm Kouch & Ouch 2-Seat Sofa Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The pieces are in terrific condition overall with some light signs of use. This listed price is for one chair. Two are available in this exact upholstery. Two others are available in...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

SITIERA_01 Terracota Velvet Upholstered 3-seater Sofa with Aged Bronze Legs
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Velvet upholstered 3-seater sofa with lathed bronze or stainless steel legs and hardware. Available in Ivory, Olivo, Ochre, and ÉBANO velvet upholstery options. The SITIERA_01 sofa ...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Sofas

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sofas, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Stephen Kenn, and Moooi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $72 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $9,554.

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