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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Pair of "Man Ray" Chairs by Philippe Starck
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This pair of "Man Ray" chairs by Philippe Starck was inspired by the photographer Man Ray, who in one of his most famous fashion photographs, dressed a model in an evening gown and seated her in a wheelbarrow as in a luxurious armchair. The bleached wood frames have a "wheelbarrow" style wheel for the rear support, these chairs were manufactured for Clift Hotel...
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Early 2000s American Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of 'Benjamin' Stools by Lisa Norinder for IKEA, 1990's
By IKEA
Located in Bern, CH
Pair of IKEA Benjamin plywood stools designed by Lisa Noringer, 1990's. Made of plywood. Stackable and can be used either as a stool or side table. Modern iconic designs from Ikea. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Modern Seating

Materials

Plywood

Ready To Ship Outdoor Dining Set: 8 Rope Chairs & Teak Dining Table
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Timeless and carefully handcrafted by master-weavers in our own production facility. Our highest quality materials are recyclable, weather resistant to rain, frost, snow and are 100%...
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2010s Asian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Pair of Large Italian Bamboo and Rattan Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
This stunning pair of vintage Italian bamboo chairs from the 1980s is an authentic work of art in exotic design. Crafted from bamboo and rattan, these chairs captivate with their env...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Cotton, Bamboo, Rattan

Silhouette Bar Stool, Mix & Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Silhouette is a surreal reminiscence of a woman’s sensual curves that arise designed in an eye catching bar stool. The joint dimension of people and objects strongly influenced th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Brass, Metal

Willy Guhl Concrete Bench, 1960s, Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Substantial mid-century concrete seat/ bench by Eternit, circa 1960s. Perfect minimal concave design with convex sides that bow out gently. The bench is made of fiber cement which al...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Concrete

Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères. Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contras...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Modern Counter Chair Gropius CS1/65 Fully Upholstered in Wool Fabric by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
New Noom furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of Craft...
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2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet

Pair of Exceptional Mid-Century Italian Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of exceptional mid-century Italian dining chairs in the style of Gio Ponti. Large scale for European chairs. One pair left from the set of 6 pictured in situ.
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Bronze

Zebra Ottoman, Made in USA, Zebra Hides from South Africa, Wood Legs, Nail Heads
Located in New York, NY
Decorative zebra ottoman. We also custom make other sizes and shapes. Production time 12 weeks. Factory is located in NJ. Zebra hides are from South Africa. This ottoman is sold. W...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Zebra Hide

PAIR of Tan Leather & Brushed Nickel Lounge Chairs by Fabien Baron 4 Avail
Located in Hudson, NY
Simply stunning 'B3' Lounge Chair designed by Fabien Baron for Bernhardt. Bernhardt has upped it game with this stunning design. These chairs were custom made with a butter soft tann...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Nickel

Customizable Modernist Club Chair by Mauser, Chromed Metal, Leather Upholstery
Located in Berlin, DE
Customizable club chair by Mauser Werke, Waldeck, Germany, c. 1939. Chrome plated tubular steel, leather upholstery and lacquered wood. Delivery time c. 8-10 weeks.
Category

2010s German Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare 'Karate' Swiveling Fiberglass Shell Chair by Michel Cadestin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 'Karate' swiveling fiberglass shell chair by Michel Cadestin. This iconic chair was designed circa 1970 by Michel Cadestin for French furniture manufacturer Airborne. Referred ...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Iron

Organic Outdoor Lounge Chair in Wood and Rope
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Tupi Armchair - 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘢 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘢 𝘓𝘪𝘯𝘦 A refined outdoor lounge chair inspired by the traditions of the Tupi people, combining artisanal rope work with durable, high-perfor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Alma Bar Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alma counter & bar stool. As any admirer would experience gazing at its muse, it is impossible not to feel enchanted and almost hypnotized by the refined, sensual lines and the delightfully charming soul of Alma Bar Stool...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Alma Bar Stool
Alma Bar Stool
$2,519 / item
Black Sculptural Three-Legged Armchair in Resin-Covered Foam by Michal Cihlar
By Michal Cihlar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The three legged armchair is an experiment in construction and finish, its form inspired by a 13th-century Mycenaean terracotta sculpture — “Fema...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Resin, Foam

Mawu Chair in Imprimé by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Made in France with hand-turned, flared oak legs in golden satin finish. Upholstered backrest and seat in textured jacquard velvet fabric (LG.FB-31).
Category

2010s French Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Satin, Oak

Ghidini 1961 Frame 3-Seat Sofa with Arms in Cuoio Leather by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Stefano Giovannoni designs Frame for GHIDINI1961, a new collection composed of sofas, armchairs, dining and coffee tables, bookshelves and cabinets. Everything starts from a simple e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Illusion 90 Degree Corner Sofa with Curved Silhouette In Black Forest Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the illusion of seamlessly fitting into a 90-degree corner and making any room feel cozy. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Craftassociates Counter Stools, Cane counter height Stools, Walnut and leather
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craftassociates Counter Stools, Cane counter height Stools, Walnut and leather "Modernism, rebelling against the ornament of the 19th century, limited th...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Cane, Walnut

1950s Pair of Armchairs With White Bouclè Fabric
Located in IT
Pair of armchairs belonging to mid-century ages characterized by wood foot and new white bouclè upholstery. Also the lining has been made new. Measurements: 94 x 85 x H 89cm. Ship...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Cotton

Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Rattan Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven rattan strap bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle wood...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Seating

Materials

Teak, Rattan

Missoni Diamante Pouf Ottoman or Footstool, Italy 2018
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Missoni pouf ottoman or footstool rendered in iconic woven Missoni fabric with a removable cover for ease of cleaning. Italy, 2018.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

"Oscar" Minimalist Chair with Arms, in Solid Wood and Handwoven
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
When she created Oscar chair with wooden arms, Alessandra Delgado was inspired by the master architect Oscar Niemeyer´s work. The Oscar chair i...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Leather, Canvas, Velvet, Polyester

Custom Made Designer Sofa with A Vintage Touch
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is a stylish and versatile piece that blends contemporary design with a vintage touch. It features a wooden base and convex edges, providing both comfort and a sleek aesthe...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

L'EMBLEMATIQUE Contemporary Armchair in White Curly Wool by Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
L'EMBLEMATIQUE Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, Represented by Tuleste Factory Curly Wool W 35.4" x H 25.6" x D 33.5" The wave-shaped design armchair is a contemporary and elegant pi...
Category

2010s Moroccan Modern Seating

Materials

Wool

Pair of Bill Sofield for McGuire “Baton” Arm Chairs in Walnut and Danish Cord
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by American designer Bill Sofield for McGuire, the Baton Arm Chair is a refined expression of natural craftsmanship. The frame is made of satin walnut wood with a blackened ...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige fabric, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Seat height: 19.5” Arm height: 25.25”
Category

1940s Italian Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Outdoor Swing Sofa with Rope Detailing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This swing sofa make a wonderful addition to the patio, deck, garden, yard, backyard, porch, bedroom, living room, and other places around your home. Thanks to its stylish design and comfortable and washable seat cushions, this swing sofa provides maximum seating comfort. The outdoor swing sofa...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rope

Customizable Artifort Little Tulip Swivel Barstool by Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Elegance through and through. Delicate, flowing, cheerful, light. Like a blossoming flower or a friendly smile. Available with a disk-shaped or cross-foot base. Both styles are equal...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Seating

Materials

Textile

Pair of Wrought Iron Benches Attributed to Ilana Goor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Wrought Iron Benches Attributed to Ilana Goor, Israel, Circa 1980s Striking in form and material, this sculptural pair of hand-wrought iron benches is attributed to Israeli ...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Seating

Materials

Iron

Emeco Hudson Chair by Philippe Starck Hand Polished
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Hudson Chair, designed for the Hudson Hotel in NYC, was Emeco and Philippe Starck’s first collaboration. When it launched in 2000, it was also Emeco's first new design in 50 year...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Sculptural Dining Chair in Ashwood Frame & Fabric Upholstery
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This chair offers timeless style and exceptional comfort, expertly crafted with a luxurious blend of fabrics and durable ash wood. The wood frame can be stained or painted in any RAL...
Category

2010s European Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Moroso FJORD Small Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From a piece of seashell, which has been broken and smoothed by the waves, Patricia Urquiola has designed a collection of seats for both the home and public spaces. As the name sugge...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Suelo Modern Wood Dining Side Chair
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® modern wood dining side chair is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The chair's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat ...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Minimalist Organic Chair in Solid Wood, camel leather Seating tone
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood

Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Design by Salvador Dalí­, 1903 manufactured by BD Barcelona Solid Iroko wooden structure with polyamide wheels. Optional upholstered cushion with water repellent foam and material ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.
Category

2010s French Modern Seating

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Bouclé

Emerald Velvet Vintage Side Chair
Located in Austin, TX
Single side chair from France completely upholstered in a lush emerald colored green velvet. The four tapered legs are also covered in the green velvet. This piece is in very nice vi...
Category

1980s French Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet

Contract Grade Dining Chairs With Curved Organic Silhouette-Set Of 8
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This dining chair is designed with a sloped backrest that provides greater support. The seat is upholstered in high density foam, ensuring a smooth and comfortable dining experience....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Upholstery, Velvet

20th Century Guarnacci, Padovano and Vagnoni for 1P Attr. Pair of Armchairs, 70s
Located in Turin, Turin
1P - INDUSTRIA CHIMICA PER L'ARREDAMENTO is an italian manufacturer, active between 1967 and 1986, based in Florence. Thanks to the collaboration with several italian designer (such as Emilio Guarnacci, Felix Padovano...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Modern Baby Gropius Low Chair CS1 for Kids by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
Baby Gropius chair is designed in the same spirit as the collection's flagman Gropius chair, which makes the brand signature. We noted that kids love minimalist design and are always happy to interact with our chairs, and this fact encouraged us to create a miniature version of the Gropius chair. A distinctive silhouette that is sculptural yet comfortable, a wide range of colorful upholstery...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Modern Coast Modular Sofa, Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Coast Modular Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Coast modular sofa was designed to bring a sense of calm and serenity, inviting you ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Niemeyer II Armchair, Bouclé and Oak, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022 The Niemeyer II armchair is named after the Br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Modern Versailles Sofa Cream Leather Handmade in Italy by Fendi
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Versailles Sofa Cream Leather Handmade in Italy by Fendi Plaza Versailles Materials Frame: Wood padded with Polyurethane and Fiberfill Seat: In...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Modern Shaver Howard Slatted Steel Back Dining or Side Chairs Set of 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Modern Shaver Howard slatted steel back dining or side chairs with greige tweed seat cushions a set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, the seats have been professionally cleaned; however, a few stubborn stains remain, and they will eventually need to be reupholstered. The set is priced accordingly. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. NOTE: We have a matching Shaver Howard tulip pedestal dining table with a round glass top and a listing for the full set offered separately here for sale. Slatted Steel and Marvelous Modern Appeal!!! This is a FABULOUS set of four dining or side chairs by Shaver Howard composed of incredible clear coated steel frames with straight front and splayed back legs which also create the outer edge of the slatted backs, and they are wearing a greige (beige/gray) textured tweed fabric that will eventually need reupholstered. We never think of that as a negative aspect because we LOVE new fabrics… and think of the ENDLESS and incredible possibilities! Upon our extensive research we were able to confirm that this set was created prior to 1980 when Shaver Howard became Johnston Casuals...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Arches II Dining Chair, Walnut & Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a crossing through the structures of a utopian c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Fully Upholstered Lounge Features a Sleek Hourglass Silhouette and Plush Seat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Futuristic design meets ultimate comfort in this lounge chair. The sleek hourglass shape and plush seat create a visually striking and inviting space to unwind. We will be glad to c...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood

Military Canvas & Antique Brass Barstool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Barstool by Stephen Kenn is comfortable, stackable, and extensively customizable. It has been designed to withstand the rigors of a bar or restaurant environment, while still elegant enough to fit well in a residential home. 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. The design is highly customizable, so you can select from a range of metal finishes and upholstery materials that will complement your space and durability needs - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options. Since the development of the Inheritance Collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the history inherent in vintage military-issue materials. This version of our Inheritance Barstool is upholstered with salvaged vintage military canvas...
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2010s North American Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Ekornes Leather Sofa Stressless Reclining High-Back
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Norwegian Tan Leather Stressless Reclining Sofa Superior comfort Teak Colored Wood Frame not teak wood Model Windsor High Back-Seater....
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Early 2000s Norwegian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Supaform Chaise Longue from "Hidden Entourage" Collection
Located in Florence, IT
Russian designer Maxim Scherbakov‘s new exhibition at Rome’s Contemporary Cluster gallery, he pushes that idea to the extreme: What if design could be all about emotion, and little else? His barely functional pieces, and his general conceit, feel uncomfortable at first — we’re not sure we want to live in a world where design is purely an aesthetic indulgence — but in an era when furniture is increasingly difficult to distinguish from art, it does feel in some ways like we already are. And the ornate backdrop of the gallery’s home, the 14th-century Palazzo Brancaccio, serves as a potent reminder that it’s possible we always have. Maxim Scherbakov, who works under the studio name Supaform, says that he developed the new collection “as a result of a careful visual search for the frontiers of comfort,” seeking to celebrate “beauty for no reason,” he says. His floor lamp has no bulb, his coffee table is too bumpy to hold a glass upright, and his desk has trick drawers and a gap in the middle where its writing surface should be. Yet his various seating elements look no less functional than, say, Rick Owens’s, and Scherbakov has a compelling raison d’etre: Also a longtime painter, he pulled all of the works directly from his canvases, making them a literal elision of the two-dimensional realm and the three. If he can celebrate fantasy and feeling in one of them, he wondered, then why not the other? This wooden sofa is a part of the 'Hidden Entourage...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Wassily Style Leather Chair in the Manner of Marcel Breuer
Located in Austin, TX
A fine, comfortable Wassily style lounge chair from France featuring bands of stitched leather attached to a seamless tubular chrome frame, inspired by Marcel Breuer’s original desig...
Category

20th Century French Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of Six Walnut and Quilted Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Remarkable set of six dining armchairs designed by Douglas Levine for Bright Chair Company in New York. The Gosha armchair features a thick hardwood fra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

George Smith Howard & Son's Contemporary Velvet Signature Scroll Arm Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
George Smith Howard & Son's Contemporary Large Velvet Signature Scroll Arm Sofa This sofa measures: 85 wide x 39 deep x 34 inches high, with a sea...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Velvet

Hand-Tailored Curved Sectional Sofa in Mustard Yellow Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern inspired sectional sofa featuring curved design with luxurious mustard yellow velvet fabric. Supported by walnut base. Standard dimensions: 293 cm x 157 cm x 84 cm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

POUND CHAISE - Cream Shearling + Hammered Dark Bronze by SHO MODERN
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
- 67" length x 28" width x 30" height x 16" seat height - Upholstered in our Cream Shearling with Hammered Dark Bronze Base - Please note our Cream Shearling is a leather product ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Seating

Materials

Bouclé

A Pair of Counter Stools - Blackened Steel and Leather
Located in Bronx, NY
BAR STOOL - SET J.M. Szymanski d. 2018 Inspired by a Spanish toreador, this sleek combination of blackened steel and thick bull leather. Can be modified to any seat height. Custo...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Gerard Van Den Berg Butterfly Chairs
Located in Denton, TX
Gerard Van Den Berg butterfly chairs with plum crazy leather that rest upon a black mesh and chrome-plated steel legs.
Category

20th Century Dutch Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Bruno Mathsson "Berlin" Modern Daybed
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fantastic modern daybed from Sweden. This model is the "Berlin" daybed originally designed in the 1930s by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson. Fram...
Category

20th Century Swedish Modern Seating

Materials

Birch

Extra Deep Fully Upholstered Sofa With Minimalist Design & Ergonomic Proportions
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics. Shown with taupe cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Emeco, 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $25 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $3,803.

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