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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Gufram Pratone Forever Greener Chaise Lounge by Ceretti / Derossi / Rosso
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
On the 50th anniversary of PRATONE®, Gufram pays homage to history once again by reimagining the most innovative lounge chair in the history of design with the release of its new unl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Saint-Germain 2-Seat Sofa in Sella Touch Leather and raw Silver
Located in Milano, IT
Saint-germain sofa, available in 2 or 3-seater versions, is composed of a matte black wood panel, covered in the external part with a metal plating, with a padded border in the same ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman for The Sherman Bertram Company. USA, 1952 A rare and collectible sofa designed by Greta Grossman. This sofa appeared in the May 1952 edition of the Arts & Architecture magazine. The metal frame is in original vintage condition. The sofa has been fully restored and upholstered in a luxurious ebony suri bouclé Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca fabric from the Sonoma Coast...
Category

1950s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Contemporary Curved Sofa Sense, by Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Sense sofa, by Tiago Curioni has a bean design, but it differs from the other models because it has a free span in the center that defies the limitations of...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Vintage Chesterfield Tufted Leather Sofa With Brass Rivets in Red
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Chesterfield Tufted Leather Sofa Red Brass Rivets 3-Seater Modern Style This vintage Chesterfield tufted leather sofa with brass rivets in oxblood red is a stunning piece of...
Category

1990s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Gufram, Bocca Lip-Shaped Sofa, Wine, 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

Christian Liaigre Sofa selected by Ai Weiwei
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Christian Liaigre Sofa in light grey fabric—likely a high performance cotton blend. This sofa strikes a perfect balance between comfort and s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Guest Bed Sofa with Storage Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This deep and lounge sofa is comprised of two pieces that can easily be converted to two single beds, or a split king bed. When in the guest bed configuration, each bed is the size of a twin mattress and fits twin sheets. When pushed together it forms a king sized bed and can fit king sheet...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Walnut

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

Hug Modular Sofa by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Hug modular sofa by Collector Dimensions: W 330 x D 160 x H 74 cm. DX Terminal Element Gap module: W 180 x D 98 cm x H 74. Chaise Longue XL module:...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Large Scalloped Sofa in Pink Velvet, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Scalloped sofa with striking form. Sits deep with ample single seats that can be customized. Shown in performance pink velvet and hemp brush fringe, stan...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Bertu Banquette, Chili Modern Banquette, Customizable, Walnut Finish
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Banquette, Chili Modern Banquette, Customizable, Walnut Finish This Chile Modern Dining Banquette is beautifully constructed from solid white o...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Wood

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

Philippe Hurel 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Basildon, London
The Philippe Hurrel 3-Seater Sofa combines modern elegance with superior comfort. Known for his sophisticated designs, Philippe Hurrel offers a sofa that features clean lines and hig...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Philippe Hurel 3-Seater Sofa
Philippe Hurel 3-Seater Sofa
$1,151 Sale Price
50% Off
1980s Vintage Curved Cloud Red Sofa
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning cloud sofa, circa the 1980s. This biomorphic sofa sits on four chrome legs and features a red microsuede fabric. This piece is structurally so...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

2 Piece Sectional Sofa made in Italy by Saba Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2 piece sectional sofa designed and manufactured in Italy by Saba Italia. The sofa has a chrome base with removable cushions and it comes with 2 pillows, ...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

The Pillow Sofa Double Seat - Modular Upholstered Sofa with Aluminum Frame
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

Tacchini "Orsola" Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Originally designed in 1970 by Gastone Rinald. This contemporary production is licensed to Tacchini Italy. Upholstered by Italian masters in thick premium cognac leather over multi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage George Smith Kilim Upholstered Three Seat Couch or Sofa Feather Cushions
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original George Smith three seat sofa with the period Kilim upholstery and feather filled cushions A stunning sofa which is one of G...
Category

2010s English Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

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

Minotti Andersen Three Seater Slim Sofa
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Minotti Andersen Slim Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni, a stunning addition to any modern living space. This sleek and sophisticated sofa boasts a sl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Minotti Andersen Three Seater Slim Sofa
Minotti Andersen Three Seater Slim Sofa
$9,919 Sale Price / item
30% Off
"Verlaine" Left and Right Sensuous Sofa by Lievore Altherr for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Verlaine" is an elegant and sensuous sofa, designed by Lievore Altherr and manufactured by Driade, with a polimex and MDF structure, different densities polyurethane foams padding a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Velvet

Carrera modular sofa mod. by De Pas D'Urbino & Lomazzi for BBB Italia 60's
Located in Catania, IT
Modular fabric sofa designed by Jonathan de Pas, Donato D'Urbino, Paolo Lomazzi for BBB Bonacina model Carrera Italy 1969. Large curved modular sofa, consisting of 2 end elements a...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rubber

Gervasoni Loll Modular Sofa in Munch Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modules of different shapes and particular corner elements of the LOLL sofa family allow you to create ever new configurations. A proposal that tells a s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary Flora Sofa in Cane Leather with White Oak Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The flora is just as comfortable as it looks. Completely wrapped in down and feather from the arms to the cushions and backs helps to create the marshmallow look. Shown in the cane l...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

"Pietra" Curved Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric 1.72m
Located in Centro, RS
The inspiration for the design features comes from the Italian name Pietra: The translation Stone, an element of organic nature that brings a feeling of biophilia and well-being to t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Sage Green Cotton 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

Silk, Trimming, Wood, Velvet

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

Fernandine Two Seat Sofa, Velvet and Brass, 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, Metal

Palace Sofa I in Dedar Milano Karakorum Bouclé by Paloma Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Palace Sofa I in Dedar Milano Karakorum Bouclé by Paloma Editions Dimensions: D 170 x W 240 x H 85 cm. Materials: Bouclé and hardwood. Generous 80 cm lounge seat. Wraparound arms fo...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Hardwood

D70 Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1954
Located in Bantam, CT
Extrordinary elegence in form, outstanding in a technical sense. A sofa that transforms to a daybed. Designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954. With a single twist, the back and seating a...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass, Steel

Little Baine Sofa in Dedar Milano Karakorum Upholstery by Jérôme Bugara
Located in Geneve, CH
Little Baine in Dedar Milano Karakorum Upholstery by Jérôme Bugara Limited Edition. Dimensions: D 110 x W 260 x H 80 cm. SH: 46 cm. Materials: Dedar Milano Karakorum upholstery. Sig...
Category

2010s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1980s Cassina LC2 Three Seat Sofa in Black by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an LC-2 Three-Seat Sofa, initially designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand. This example dates to the 1980s and was manufactured in Italy b...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Magritte 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
The Magritte Sofa is a timeless classic with a modern twist and strong aesthetic appeal. Upholstered in a velvety, light-taupe hued fabric, this sofa features block feet in gold-fini...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Other

Naked Curved Sofa Single with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Black
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

De La Espada Leather Box Sofa by Autoban
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Leather Box Sofa by Autoban for De La Espada, a stunning addition to any modern living space. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this sofa features a sleek a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Giovannetti, 1970s Anfibio Foldable Sofa Blue Colored, cotton, Project, Becchi
Located in Casalguidi, IT
From an idea of Cav. Giovannetti Benito was born the project Anfibio. Project: Alessandro Becchi. Production year 1970. Born in 1970, the historic Anfibio that continues to make drea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Cotton

1950s George Nakashima Studio 72 inch Three Seat Slatted Sofa / Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare settee crafted by George Nakashima circa late 1950s, acquired from the family of the original owners. This is an iconic example of the slatted series, which in many ca...
Category

1950s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

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

Flemming Lassen Mingle Sofa Moonlight Sheepskin Dark Stained Oak for 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

Handsome Modern Robert Marinelli Sofa High Back Settee
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Handsome Modern Robert Marinelli Sofa High Back Settee
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Salvador Dali, Contemporary, Red Dali Lips Sofa for BD
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

Super-plush Oversized Organic Modern Armchair in Kvadrat Ecriture
Located in Nyack, NY
This chair's deep, ultra-plush cushions invite you to sink in, while the soft, organic curves and gently arched back add an elegant touch to any space. Crafted with the highest quali...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

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

Nube Italia Tender Sofa in Orange Upholstery by Carlo Colombo
Located in New York, NY
Metal frame with braided elastic belts and internal multi-layered wood backrest. Seat cushions in feather and shape retaining polyurethane foam, covered in Nortek cotton. Backrest cu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

The Alice Sofa By Joana Teixeira
Located in Toronto, CA
Designed By Joana Teixeira Crafted by designer Joana Teixeira, the Alice sofa redefines the concept of rest and leisure. Breaking from traditional forms, its ergonomic, cloud like s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Pair of John Mascheroni Curved Sofas
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of John Mascheroni curved sofas, an elegant duo of modern furniture that adds a touch of sophistication to any living space. These beautifully crafted sofas feature strikin...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Moroso Gentry 2-seater Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A project whose origins lie in the search for meticulous and well-balanced comfort, restrained yet with a nod to exaggeration. Gentry is about tradition, distinction and belonging bu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Joe D'Urso Island Sofa for Donghia Knoll Plaidtastic Fabric tete-a-tete chaise
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

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

Vintage Modular champagne Sectional Sofa 1970
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This modular sectional sofa was manufactured in Germany and showcases an authentic 1970s design with a timeless, modern aesthetic. The upholstery is velour in a refined champagne col...
Category

1970s German Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Plastic, Beech

Leather togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Athens, Attiki
Togo toffee leather 3-seater sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1973. A Ligne Roset classic of all-foam cushion seating with no hard points. Michel Ducaroy’s Togo has been the u...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Nube Italia Book Nest Sofa in Light Cream Fabric by Carlo Colombo
Located in New York, NY
"Base in painted and belted metal. Frame in multi-layered wood covered in polyurethane foam. Cushions in shape retaining polyurethane with a differentiated density, back cushions in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Feathers

Multi-Functional Sofa with Oak Frame and Built-In Storage
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Crafted from premium materials, this sofa offers both comfort and functionality with its surrounding wooden frame doubling as a bookshelf or room divider, showcasing exquisite crafts...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Elegant Italian Design Sofa Free Standing. Printed velvet Fabric
Located in Kastrup, DK
Italian design sofa, very elegant shape. 2 loose cushions. Newly upholstered in printed velvet from GP & J Baker. Good seating comfort. Incl. ...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa in 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

Leather

Lunisolar Single Leisure Sofa in Gloss Lacquered Wood & Wool by Artempo
Located in Geneve, CH
Lunisolar Single Leisure Sofa in Gloss Lacquered Wood & Wool by Artempo Dimensions: D 67 x W 67 x H 60 cm. Materials: Solid wood, lacquer, plywood, and wool. Inspired by the modern ...
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood, Plywood, Lacquer

Customizable Modern Ottoman Avenida México, Metal and upholstery.
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
The Avenida Mexico colorful sofa is a light, metal dark blue-structured sofa ideal for COVERED outdoors spaces. Its metal structure is powder-coated whi...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Børge Mogensen Three-person Coupé Sofa, Model 2193
Located in Kastrup, DK
Børge Mogensen, 1914–1972 3-seater coupe sofa, model 2193, in outstanding quality. Originally designed in 1971, manufactured by Fredericia Furniture in the 1990s. Upholstered in bla...
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Brazilian Handcrafted Sofa ''Trancoso" by Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
It’s part of the Bahia, de Todos os Santos’ Collection. Inspired in the beautiful destinations in the Northeast, each piece of the collection receives the name of a different beach ...
Category

2010s Brazilian 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.

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