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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Returnable Items Only
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
Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini Original for C & B Italia, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, circa 1970s.
This iconic sofa features four seat elements with four back-rests.
The Camaleonda became instantly famous when introduc...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede, Fabric
Harvey Probber Sofa
Located in San Francisco, CA
A three-seat sofa by Harvey Probber. Curved front. Loose cushions on the seat, back and sides. Sofa sits on 6 wooden feet.
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
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
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
Alanda vintage sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
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
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
Rén Lounge Chair Two Seater Sofa Stellar Works Space Copenhagen, Oak, Leather
Located in Miami, FL
Rén Lounge Chair Two Seater Sofa by Stellar Works Designed by Space Copenhagen, Oak, Leather. Matching chair available.
Category
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
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
3-Seater Sofa With Solid Natural Walnut Feet Offered In COM
By Mondo
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
Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Introducing the Le Bambole sofa by renowned designer Mario Bellini, upholstered in luxurious bouclé fabric, an exquisite addition to elevate any interior space. With its sleek lines ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
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
1958 Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Three Seat Sofa, Model 57 in Green Fabric
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
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
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
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
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
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
Bold Sofa Curved Open arms - M
By Mohdern
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
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
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
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
Bold Sofa Curved - L
By Mohdern
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
Bold Sofa Linear - S
By Mohdern
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 Open arms Karakorum 003 - S
By Mohdern
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
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
Groundpiece Sable Sofa by Flexform
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
Dakota Jackson Camel Mohair Iko Downs Sofa Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Bespoke camel mohair sofa settee designed by Dakota Jackson. The Iko Downs sofa features a hardwood frame mounted to a polished stainless steel base ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Sosa Two Seater Brown Teddy Sofa
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
With its monolithic structure and its perfect integration with the floor it is on, the Sosa sofa offers an image that is different from the usual form and appearance that includes yo...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Sofas
Materials
Foam, Hardwood, Bouclé, Upholstery
Lotus 3 Seat Sofa - Modern Black Leather Sofa with Stainless Steel Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Lotus 2 Seat Sofa - Modern Black Leather Sofa with Stainless Steel Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference of elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Joe D'Urso Island Sofa for Donghia Knoll Plaidtastic Fabric tete-a-tete chaise
By Joe D'Urso, Donghia
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A long tete a tete sofa / chaise designed by Joe D’Urso for Donghia. A slightly tapered form with an open back for passing through. Meant to float in a room hence the name “island” b...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Maarten Kusters Elliptical sofa 'no stop' for Edra
By Maarten Kusters
Located in Princeton Junction, NJ
Maarten Kusters Elliptical sofa 'no stop' for Edra
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede
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
Henredon Upholstery Collection Sofa
By Henredon
Located in Countryside, IL
Henredon Upholstery Collection Sofa
This sofa measures: 96 wide x 46 deep x 40 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm heigh...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Modern Galapinhos Sofa, Cream Wool-Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Galapinhos Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Galapinhos modern sofa was designed to add the essence of nature into the interior spac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Italian modern Green leather sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Faru, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Green leather sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Faru, 1970s
Three-seater sofa fully padded and covered in dark green leather...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
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
Modern Lisboa Sofa Terracotta Jacquard Fabric Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lisboa sofa, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
A masterfully crafted sofa whose robust wooden structure and high-quality memory foam retain their sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Indoor Blue XS Isle Lounge Sofa by Tokio
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor blue XS Isle lounge sofa by Tokio.
Dimensions: D 374 x W 183 x H 89 cm.
Materials: Glossy carbon/epoxy sandwich with a natural carbon-fiber appearance or in any RAL color. Upholstered in a special 3-D textile.
(indoor version only).
Outdoor upholstery fabrics...
Category
2010s Slovenian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Epoxy Resin, Carbon Fiber
Contemporary Italian Sofa Bed by Spinzi, Green Fabric Upholstery, Bolts Details
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Spinzi is a Milano based creative atelier specialised in furniture design as well as sourcing and trading relevant mid-century collectible design. Check out our storefront and websit...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Modern Italian Stitched Leather “Alfred” Sofa by Gamma Arredamenti
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GAMMA "ALFRED" MODEL D3M STITCHED GRAY-LEATHER THREE-SEATER SOFA
Made by Gamma Arredamenti International, ca. 21st century
Item # 311UAG30M-2
An exceedingly beautiful and remarkably...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Pair of Bespoke Modern Sofas Atrributed to Gregorius Pineo
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant pair of large custom-made matching sofas attributed to Gregorius Pineo, Los Angeles, CA. The sofas feature ebonized Oak frames topped with thick down filled cushions upholste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Down, Oak
1980s Paolo Piva Sofa Italian Pink Leather
By Paolo Piva
Located in Buxton, GB
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Experience the allure of vintage Italian design with this stunning Paolo Piva pink leather sofa. Crafted in Italy with a solid pa...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Cestone Sofa by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, Italy, Showroom Sample
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cestone three-seater sofa designed in 2008 by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, an embodiment of authentic Italian craftsmanship. This showroom model, designed to command attention and ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Modular Strips Sofa by Cini Boeri. 1970s
By Arflex, Cini Boeri
Located in London, GB
Modular Strips sofa by Cini Boeri for Arflex.
The architect revolutionised the furniture market with this seating system, earning a compasso d’Oro in ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Modern Grass Armchair, Pink Nubuck Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grass Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Grass armchair takes its shape from nature’s own dewdrop on grass, promising a comfortab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel, Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Caju lounge chair stands as a trendy furniture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Wave Sofa in Cognac Chenille
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W100 D37 H25 SW100 SD33 SH16
Handcrafted Wave sofa by Vintage on Point on white oak cylinder legs. Upholstered in Cognac colored chenille.
Category
2010s Modern Sofas
Materials
Polyester
Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Anouk 100 - S
By Mohdern
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
Modern Barao Lounge Chair, Caramel Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Barão Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Barão leather lounge chair draws inspiration from the meticulous craftsmanship of sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
2000s Modern Gray Leather Sofa Pierson Room & Board
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Gray Leather Sofa by Room & Board
relaxed seating down blend cushions sleek modern profile
102 long x 40 d x 26.5 h Arm rest 22 h Seat 16 h
Preowned original unrestored vinta...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Lifesteel Sofa by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, Italy, 2018
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lifesteel two-seater sofa by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, the embodiment of contemporary luxury and timeless design. The Lifesteel sofa features a st...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Hayche Abrazo 2 Seater Sofa - Brown, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Abrazo 2 Seater Sofa, translating to "Hug" in Spanish, embodies a design that lightly envelops the user. Crafted with a powder-coated metal frame and fire-retardant foam and fabr...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Hayche Abrazo 2 Seater Sofa - Green, UK, Made to Order
Located in Liverpool, GB
The Abrazo 2 Seater Sofa, translating to "Hug" in Spanish, embodies a design that lightly envelops the user. Crafted with a powder-coated metal frame and fire-retardant foam and fabr...
Category
2010s European 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.
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