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Post-Modern Sofas

POSTMODERN STYLE

Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.

ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Emerges during the 1960s; popularity explodes during the ’80s
  • A reaction to prevailing conventions of modernism by mainly American architects
  • Architect Robert Venturi critiques modern architecture in his Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture (1966)
  • Theorist Charles Jencks, who championed architecture filled with allusions and cultural references, writes The Language of Post-Modern Architecture (1977)
  • Italian design collective the Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano, meets for the first time (1980) 
  • Memphis collective debuts more than 50 objects and furnishings at Salone del Milano (1981)
  • Interest in style declines, minimalism gains steam

CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Dizzying graphic patterns and an emphasis on loud, off-the-wall colors
  • Use of plastic and laminates, glass, metal and marble; lacquered and painted wood 
  • Unconventional proportions and abundant ornamentation
  • Playful nods to Art Deco and Pop art

POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.

Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendinia onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.

Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group,  which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.

Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals. 

After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.

On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.

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Style: Post-Modern
Howard Keith for HK Furniture 'Diplomat' Sofa
Howard Keith for HK Furniture 'Diplomat' Sofa

Howard Keith for HK Furniture 'Diplomat' Sofa

By Howard Keith

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Howard Keith for HK Furniture, 'Diplomat' sofa, velvet, chrome-plated steel, United Kingdom, 1970s The ‘Diplomat’ sofa, designed by Howard Keith, exemplifies the sophisticated comfo...

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1970s British Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Red Brown Leather
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Red Brown Leather

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Red Brown Leather

By De Sede

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa, leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofa in red brown leather by the Swiss manufacturer De Sede. The design for...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Brown Leather
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Brown Leather

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Brown Leather

By De Sede

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ueli Berger, Eleonora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, 'Snake' sectional sofa, model 'DS-600', leather, Switzerland, 1970s Designed by Ueli Berger, Eleonora Pe...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Tan & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Loveseat Sofa
Tan & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Loveseat Sofa

Tan & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Loveseat Sofa

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Tan & Black 2 tone Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Loveseat Sofa. Very fun Beautiful pop art leather sofa. Has unique back supports and legs upholstered in leather....

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Post-Modern Italian Sofa in Wood and Creme Colored Velvet Upholstery
Post-Modern Italian Sofa in Wood and Creme Colored Velvet Upholstery

Post-Modern Italian Sofa in Wood and Creme Colored Velvet Upholstery

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, beech, fabric, Italy, 1970s This three-seat sofa dates from Italy in the 1970s and is designed in the style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa. The design is defined by clear proportion...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Rich Beige Leather
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Rich Beige Leather

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Rich Beige Leather

By Ubald Klug, De Sede

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofas in leather by the Swiss manufacturer De Sede. The design for...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Superb Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Sofa
Superb Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Sofa

Superb Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Sofa

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Red & black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa. Very fun Beautiful pop art long leather sofa. Has unique back supports and legs upholstered in leather. Beautiful ...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of Weiman Post Modern Chaise Lounges Sofas in Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1990
Pair of Weiman Post Modern Chaise Lounges Sofas in Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1990

Pair of Weiman Post Modern Chaise Lounges Sofas in Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1990

By Weiman

Located in Saint Louis, MO

There are pieces that furnish a room and there are pieces that alter its atmosphere entirely and these sculptural Weiman chaises created at the height of American postmodernism in th...

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1990s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Italian Post-Modern Sectional Corner Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather
Italian Post-Modern Sectional Corner Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather

Italian Post-Modern Sectional Corner Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Modular corner sofa, leather, Italy, 1970s A spacious L-shaped modular Italian corner sofa, upholstered in firm cognac leather. The cushions are generously padded with a rounded, pl...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Warm Sage Colored Suede
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Warm Sage Colored Suede

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Warm Sage Colored Suede

By De Sede, Ubald Klug

Located in Waalwijk, NL

De Sede, ‘Snake’ DS-600, suede, felt, Switzerland, 1970s A design by Ueli Berger, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerland. This De Sede modular Sn...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede, Felt

Italian Sofa in Cognac Leather and Aluminum
Italian Sofa in Cognac Leather and Aluminum

Italian Sofa in Cognac Leather and Aluminum

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, aluminum, leather, Italy 1970s Comfortable sofa made in the 1970s. This sofa strongly represent the essence of furniture design of the 1970s, going beyond the strict conventio...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Loveseat Sofa
Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Loveseat Sofa

Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Loveseat Sofa

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Red & Black 2 tone Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Loveseat Sofa. Very fun Beautiful pop art leather sofa. Has unique back supports and legs upholstered in leather. Bea...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vigo Magistretti for Cassina Sofa in Dark Grey Upholstery
Vigo Magistretti for Cassina Sofa in Dark Grey Upholstery

Vigo Magistretti for Cassina Sofa in Dark Grey Upholstery

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Vico Magistretti for Cassina, two-seater sofa, model 'Veranda', fabric, aluminum, Italy, 1983. Beautiful esthetically balanced two-seater sofa designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassi...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Post Modern Leather Sofa by Intertime Switzerland
Post Modern Leather Sofa by Intertime Switzerland

Post Modern Leather Sofa by Intertime Switzerland

By De Sede, Ligne Roset, Hans Eichenberger

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Gorgeous post modern leather sofa by Hans Eichenberger for Intertine, Switzerland. Although designed and manufactured in Switzerland, the sofa give off a very Italian vibe. The sof...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Post Modern 6 Piece Modular Sofa
Post Modern 6 Piece Modular Sofa

Post Modern 6 Piece Modular Sofa

By Rolf Benz

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Great 6 piece Post Modern modular sectional sofa attributed to Rolf Benz. A gorgeous sofa that will make a massive statement. Sofa is being sold as found, reupholstery is needed b...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa
Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa

Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa

Located in Rochester, NY

Iconic postmodern rich red leather 2 person sofa. Likely a Natuzzi version of the Nicoletti Salotti Italian leather sofa and chair line. A statement piece in your living room or anyw...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Rolf Benz Postmodern Plinth Base Sofa Couch (Germany) Charcoal Gray Late 1970s
Rolf Benz Postmodern Plinth Base Sofa Couch (Germany) Charcoal Gray Late 1970s

Rolf Benz Postmodern Plinth Base Sofa Couch (Germany) Charcoal Gray Late 1970s

Located in Round Top, TX

A Rolf Benz "345" lounge Postmodern sofa with comfortable, wide arms and inset plinth base. This three person sofa retains its original textiles, which does have life, and was steam ...

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Early 20th Century German Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Modern to Postmodern Low-Slung Love Seat & Chair Burnt Orange & Aluminum Detail
Modern to Postmodern Low-Slung Love Seat & Chair Burnt Orange & Aluminum Detail

Modern to Postmodern Low-Slung Love Seat & Chair Burnt Orange & Aluminum Detail

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage Modern to Postmodern very low slung sofa or loveseat & chair fully upholstered in a burnt orange velvet fabric with rolled-barrel shaped ruched backs & arms,...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506 In Tan Chenille
Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506 In Tan Chenille

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506 In Tan Chenille

By Vladimir Kagan, Preview

Located in Culver City, CA

This is the Tangent sofa by Vladimir Kagan—designed in 2001 for Preview, during that glorious late-career era when Kagan was no longer asking permission from anyone, least of all geo...

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Early 2000s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Chenille

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Olive Green Leather
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Olive Green Leather

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Olive Green Leather

By De Sede, Ubald Klug

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa element, patinated olive green leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofa in olive green leather by the Swiss manu...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Divano Anfibio, Alessandro Becchi, Giovannetti, 1970
Divano Anfibio, Alessandro Becchi, Giovannetti, 1970

Divano Anfibio, Alessandro Becchi, Giovannetti, 1970

By Alessandro Becchi

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Il Divano Anfibio, ideato da Alessandro Becchi per Giovannetti intorno al 1971, è un’icona del design che incarna l’essenza innovativa e la versatilità degli arredi degli anni ’70. Q...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa
Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa

Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa

Located in Rochester, NY

Iconic postmodern rich red leather 2 person sofa. Likely a Natuzzi version of the Nicoletti Salotti Italian leather sofa and chair line. A statement piece in your living room or anyw...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Large Gaetano Pesce for Cassina 'Cannaregio' Modular Sofa
Large Gaetano Pesce for Cassina 'Cannaregio' Modular Sofa

Large Gaetano Pesce for Cassina 'Cannaregio' Modular Sofa

By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, sofa, model ‘Cannaregio’, multicolored upholstery, Italy, 1987 Large ‘Cannaregio’ sofa, designed by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina. The 1987 design is playful,...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century
A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century

A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century

Located in View Park, CA

A vintage biomorphic curvy sofa, late 20th century. Upholstered in an off-white shearling bouclé, this piece represents the avant-garde of the postmodern design era, of which Russian...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa
Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa

Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa

By Milo Baughman

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Monumental serpentine snake sectional sofa in the style of Vladimir Kagan and Milo Baughman. This unique modular curved sofa consists of three interlocking sections reupholstered in ...

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1990s Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Ultrasuede, Wood

Post modern Italian black leather sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti
Post modern Italian black leather sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti

Post modern Italian black leather sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Italian black leather 3 seat long sofa in the manner of Nicoletti Salotti. Very clean sofa high quality leather and very comfortable modern design. Located in Brooklyn NYC 11...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture
Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture

Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture

By Preview

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sculptural base with floating front sofa made by Preview circa 1992. It features the original tweed fabric in good condition. Could use cleaning before use.

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Modular Leather Sofa by Eilersen, Denmark
Vintage Modular Leather Sofa by Eilersen, Denmark

Vintage Modular Leather Sofa by Eilersen, Denmark

By Eilersen 1

Located in Raleigh, NC

intage large modular sectional sofa in black leather. Manufactured by Eilersen, Denmark. This sofa is pure perfection in our book. If we could fit it in our home, we would absolutely...

Category

1980s Danish Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rima 160 Sofa in Solid Beech, Particle Board and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS
Rima 160 Sofa in Solid Beech, Particle Board and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS

Rima 160 Sofa in Solid Beech, Particle Board and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS

By Popus Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Rima 160 Sofa in Solid Beech, Particle Board and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS. Dimensions: W 160 x D 90 x H 71 cm. Materials: Solid beech, particle board, and high-resilience (HR) foam....

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2010s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery, Beech, Foam

1980s Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa
1980s Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa

1980s Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa

By Chateau d'Ax

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Lovely Italian Post Modern Leather sofa. Literally looks like it was never sat on. Off white color. Perfect condition.

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Noe Duchaufour-Lawrence Steel and Upholstered "Borghese" Sofa
Noe Duchaufour-Lawrence Steel and Upholstered "Borghese" Sofa

Noe Duchaufour-Lawrence Steel and Upholstered "Borghese" Sofa

By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Borghese sofa by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance. Designed in 2018 and Inspired by the stone pines of the Villa Borghese in Roma. The metal structure reproduces the network of branches and s...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Post modern Italian black leather loveseat sofa style of Nicoletti Salotti
Post modern Italian black leather loveseat sofa style of Nicoletti Salotti

Post modern Italian black leather loveseat sofa style of Nicoletti Salotti

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Italian black leather loveseat two-seater 6 foot long sofa in the manner of Nicoletti Salotti. Very clean sofa high quality leather and very comfortable modern design. Locate...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery
Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery

Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, fabric, Europe, 1970s/80s A robust and substantial sofa, exuding a playful charm through its distinct geometric form. The sofa's three back cushions seamlessly integrate into...

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1970s European Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Set of 4 Victoria Modular Sofa Pieces by POPUS EDITIONS
Set of 4 Victoria Modular Sofa Pieces by POPUS EDITIONS

Set of 4 Victoria Modular Sofa Pieces by POPUS EDITIONS

By Popus Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 4 Victoria Modular Sofa Pieces by POPUS EDITIONS. Dimensions: Left/Right/Corner Modules: W 90 x D 95 x H 70 cm each Simple Module: W 70 x D 95 x H 70 cm. Materials: Solid bee...

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2010s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Beech, Wood, Foam

Vintage Vladimir Kagan Directional Cloud Sofa 1980s
Vintage Vladimir Kagan Directional Cloud Sofa 1980s

Vintage Vladimir Kagan Directional Cloud Sofa 1980s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Chicago, IL

This spectacular Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofa was produced by Directional Furniture in the 1980s and was just newly reupholstered in a gorgeous two toned velvet, and has the lucite ce...

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Postmodern Italian Sectional Sofa in Blue and Off-White Dots Upholstery
Postmodern Italian Sectional Sofa in Blue and Off-White Dots Upholstery

Postmodern Italian Sectional Sofa in Blue and Off-White Dots Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Modular sofa, fabric, brushed metal, Italy, 1970s A postmodern design of Italian origin with an ingenious construction comprised of three seating elements and five/six loose backres...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Substantial Lounge Chair in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery
Substantial Lounge Chair in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery

Substantial Lounge Chair in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Lounge chair, fabric, Europe, 1970s/80s A robust and substantial lounge chair, exuding a playful charm through its distinct geometric form. The chair features three back cushions t...

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1970s European Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Symbol sofa by William Sawaya for Sawaya and Moroni, Italian Design 1985
Symbol sofa by William Sawaya for Sawaya and Moroni, Italian Design 1985

Symbol sofa by William Sawaya for Sawaya and Moroni, Italian Design 1985

By William Sawaya, Sawaya & Moroni

Located in Milano, IT

An elegant expression of 1980s Italian design, the Symbol sofa designed by William Sawaya in 1985 represents a perfect balance between architectural rigor and contemporary comfort. I...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra
Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra

Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra

By Edra, Francesco Binfaré

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A post modern "Corbeille" Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra. Eight leather cushions are are held in place by an accordion style tubular metal frame. Original leather upholstery. Sou...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

1990s Vintage Leather Sofa
1990s Vintage Leather Sofa

1990s Vintage Leather Sofa

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Lovely 90s vintage Leather sofa. Interesting shape and style. Leather is a nice terracotta color. Sofa is heavy and solid. Shows some wear to...

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli
Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli

Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli

By Busnelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful soft Beige Leather 3 seat Sofa by Busnelli. Rare time capsule sofa in amazing condition. Great post modern design. circa 1980. Made in Italy. Located in Brooklyn NYC 28” H...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Babylone 230 Sofa in Solid Beech, Particle Board and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS
Babylone 230 Sofa in Solid Beech, Particle Board and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS

Babylone 230 Sofa in Solid Beech, Particle Board and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS

By Popus Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Babylone 230 Sofa in Solid Beech, Particle Board and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS. Dimensions: W 230 x D 93 x H 70 cm. Materials: Solid beech, particle board, and HR foam. Fabric is no...

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2010s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Beech, Wood

Tito Agnoli Black Leather Sofa for Poltrona Frau
Tito Agnoli Black Leather Sofa for Poltrona Frau

Tito Agnoli Black Leather Sofa for Poltrona Frau

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Weesp, NL

Introducing Timeless Luxury: Tito Agnoli's 1980s Italian Two-Seater Black Leather Sofa by Poltrona Frau Experience the epitome of sophistication with this Italian two-seater black l...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Italian Organic Sofa in Khaki Green Velvet
Italian Organic Sofa in Khaki Green Velvet

Italian Organic Sofa in Khaki Green Velvet

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, velvet, plastic, Italy, 1970s Eccentric sofa of Italian origin. The design reminds of the anatomy of the flower with its inward-facing tufted lines and a stuffed middle sectio...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Plastic

Post-modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Post-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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Post-Modern sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, Spain, 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 Pepe Albargues, Cini Boeri, Knoll, and De Sede. 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 $1,239 and tops out at $83,815 while the average work can sell for $5,344.