Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
By Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
1950s French Vintage Modern Seating
Upholstery, Oak
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
By Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
Upholstery, Oak
Opinion Ciatti Primasedia Chair, Set of 2
By Opinion Ciatti, MARCANTONIO
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Primasedia is a chair that, as the name suggests, could be the archetype of the first seat ever designed in human history. A chair that despite the stability and solidity of the stee...
Steel
Felix Bar Stool with Brass Base and Sage Green Leather, Modern Design
Located in Westport, CT
The Felix Bar Stool combines a sculptural simplicity with a refined brass pedestal base and back. It`s curved silhouette provides a sophisticated look, balancing elegance with conte...
Brass
$5,000 / item
Moroso SMOCK Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Take a classic looking embroidery stitch and decontextualize it. Blend craftsmanship and industrial processing and broaden the imagination to create a stylish, sophisticated piece wh...
Steel
$2,435 / item
Emerald and Sea Foam Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Create a lush and relaxed vibe with this pouf in two different shades of green. Imbibing any space with a natural appeal, the pouf is upholstered in velvet 100% trevira and wrapped i...
Textile
Set of Two Oversized Pebble Armchairs In Velvet, Ciarmoli Queda Studio
Located in New York, NY
Oversized pebble-shaped lounge chair by Ciarmoli Queda Studio, featuring a sculpted monolithic form with integrated arms and backrest built on a solid timber frame padded with multi-...
Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood
$12,609 / item
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 relaxati...
Bouclé, Fabric, Upholstery
Contemporary Unfinished Curved Sofa, DEDAR Mohair, Handmade by Greenapple
By Dedar, Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Unfinished Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Unfinished curved sofa pushes the boundaries of contemporary design, celebrating organic beauty and masterful craftsmanship through a daring yet graceful form. Created for those who embrace the unconventional, its sculptural silhouette blurs the line between art and function. A true work of visionary design, the Unfinished curved sofa invites a fresh perspective on modern luxury, where authenticity meets uncompromising comfort. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Unfinished Sofa...
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood, Alpaca, Mohair, Linen, Velvet, Oak, Walnut, Lacquer
$1,247Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chiado Counter Stool, Monel Leather with Barcelona Lotus and Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Chiado bar and counter stools are comfortable stools with inviting curves and a comfortable soft seating. The Stools have a fully upholstered backrest and elegant metal legs. The...
Fabric, Velvet, Faux Leather, Wood
Bertu Stools, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Dining Stool, White Oak
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Cicely Dining Stool in Sheepskin is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. These stools ar...
Sheepskin, Oak
$3,700Sale Price|31% Off
Loveseat Sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Italy, c 1970, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This newly reupholstered loveseat sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, circa 1970s, features a graceful chrome frame with nubby white bouclé fabric. Signed with 1960s/ 1970s Sormani label as shown in photo gallery. *Note, we have the matching pair of club chairs available in another listing. The graceful frame shares a design quality with Cassina's LC2 / LC3 design by Le Corbusier, as they are 'buckets of cushions' in similar fashion and comfort. However this Sormani sofa features some unique subtle details, such as the slight "twist" in the rear legs (see photos). Signed with a Sormani label, this particular rare design is attributed to Claudio Salocchi. While there were several other famous designers who created works for Sormani in this time period, the style best matches Salocchi's work. For collectors looking for something unique and rare within a collection of 1960s/ 1970s Italian designs, this pair two-seater couch is an amazing opportunity. This Cassina LC2 / LC3 loveseat...
Chrome
$3,650 / item
Lloyd Round Back Lounge Chair by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Lloyd Lounge Chair by Crump and Kwash Solid maple frame / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass rungs / shearling wrapped back support / shearling seat top / premium foam cushion ...
Brass
$11,130 / item
Clair Armchair by Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by the chic elegance and bold style of art deco furniture, this superb armchair will be a standout addition in a classically decorated home or a striking contrasting piece i...
Textile, Wood
$3,324 / item
Quinta Bench in oak
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
QUINTA BENCH, designed in 2024. This bench combines traditional design features with a simplistic appearance. Crafted from solid wood. Bespoke dimensions available upon request. Pl...
Walnut
$3,840 / item
Contemporary English Rolled Arm Club Chair
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Contemporary take on English Roll Arm-style chair with a tight back and loose seat cushion. The chair also features spool turned legs at the front and...
Velvet, Wood
Set of Ten Parsons Dining Chairs with Pollack Fabric
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent set of ten bespoke parsons style dining chairs upholstered with Pollack viscose fabric from Germany. The flow pattern fabric has a plush shimmery silver water motif over a dr...
Fabric, Wood
French Design Charlotte Perriand, Pine Stool for Les Arcs, 1950s
Located in Renens, CH
Original pine stool designed by Charlotte Perriand for the Les Arcs ski resort in the 1950s. Made in solid pine with a minimalist and functional design characteristic of Perriand’s w...
Pine
4 MODERNIST BRUTALIST "CRATE" CHAIRS by GERRIT RIETVELD, Holland 1980
Located in PARIS, FR
A suite of 4 "Crate" chairs, Constructivist, Cubist, Modernist, Brutalist, geometric structures in blackened solid wood, based on the model by Gerrit Rietveld, handcrafted by anonymo...
Wood
Midcentury Style Armchair With Lacquered Legs and Brass Detailing By José Castro
Located in New York, NY
This stylish armchair is designed for comfort and looks. It has a comfy seat covered in a captivating patterned fabric that adds personality. The chair's feet are smooth and polished...
Brass
Set of 6 Baxter "Colette" Chairs by Roberto Lazzeroni in Leather Brass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant set of six Colette dining chairs designed by celebrated Italian designer Roberto Lazzeroni for Baxter, one of Italy’s most respected luxury furniture houses. Sculptural, r...
Leather, Wood
2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Blue Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Desk Chair, Model EA435, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. This example dates to the 2010s. I...
Aluminum
$1,490 / item
M C Home Esperanza Outdoor Lounge Chair in Natural
By Foley & Cox
Located in New York, NY
Our Esperanza outdoor lounge chairs are made for style, comfort and durability. Inspired by the classic Willy Guhl Loop chair, the Esper...
Metal
Modern Arm Chair by J.M. Szymanski in Blackened Steel & Shearling
Located in Bronx, NY
CHAIR NO. 2 J.M. Szymanski d. 2023 Did you count sheep as a child to fall asleep? We introduce you to one of these sheep. Hand craved iron is combined with plush shearling to creat...
Steel, Iron
2015 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair in All Black
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair, Model EA337, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller and ...
Aluminum, Steel
Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture Tufted Camel Back Sofa
By Thomas Pheasant, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture Tufted Camel Back Sofa This sofa measures: 95 wide x 33 deep x 34.75 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 24.5 inches We take...
Upholstery
Italian blue wood, metal and blue fabric chair by Danber, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian blue wood, metal and blue fabric chair with daisy by Danber, 1980s Chair in wood, metal and blue fabric. The round backrest is made of blue painted wood with a daisy design a...
Metal
Lotus Stool by Daniel Simonini, Solid Wood & Cane Back, Mocha Leather
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Lotus Stool - SL3 is a solid wood counter stool with arms, designed by Daniel Simonini, in a walnut finish with a hexagonal cane back in the same tone and a seat in off white nubby b...
Leather, Cane, Hardwood
A Set of Armchair with Ottoman–Linear Form & Fringed Base By Mondo Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. This sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a soft,...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
Set of Four Brazilian Leather and Stainless Steel Bar Stools by Fernando Jaeger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four modern bar stools by Fernando Jaeger (ca. 1990s, Brazil). Composed of stainless steel frames with square foot rests supporting sculptural brown aniline leather seats. Lea...
Stainless Steel
Contemporary Oversized Lounge Chair In Velvet, Ciarmoli Queda Studio
Located in New York, NY
Oversized pebble-shaped lounge chair by Ciarmoli Queda Studio, featuring a sculpted monolithic form with integrated arms and backrest built on a solid timber frame padded with multi-...
Wood, Upholstery, Velvet, Foam
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
Charlotte Perriand Berger Stool, Hardwood, Modern Design, France, 1950s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful example of Charlotte Perriand's Berger stool--her famous modernist interpretation of the classic tripod wood milking stool. This particular stool shows considerable wea...
Hardwood
"Wind" Swivel Armchair in Velvet and Silk Fringes in Black
Located in Centro, RS
The breeze is identified with the lightness and freshness of the feeling of the skin, of the wind, in its constant movement. Thus came the inspiration for the design of the Wind swivel armchair...
Velvet
Exotic Wood Contemporary Low Back Stool in Leather from Costantini, Umberto
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Costantini prides itself in using the hardest and most beautiful hardwoods in the construction of its line of seating. The Umberto stool is one of Costan...
Leather, Wood
"Pietra" Curved Armchair with Leather Arms Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
Located in Centro, RS
Pietra from Italian: Stone The designer Marta Manente is of Italian descent, her great-grandparents migrated from Italy over 100 years ago and lived in the region of Bento Gonçalves ...
Bouclé
handmade Sintra Bench with Cushion in solid Walnut carved leg details
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
SINTRA BENCH, designed in 2023. This bench combines traditional design features with a simplistic appearance. Crafted by hand from solid walnut wood in Northern Portugal. Bespoke d...
Walnut
$4,539 / item
Senufo Ottoman in African Walnut by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Senufo ottoman in African walnut by Arno Declercq Made African walnut and sheep wool. (ask for different wool colors) *Fur color based on availability Measures: L 45 cm x W 45 cm x H...
Wood
$2,435 / item
Yellow and Sea Foam Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Bright and sunny, this pouf from the Couture Geometric Collection features yellow velvet 100% trevira and sea foam viscose fringe, lending it a colorful and cozy appeal. Perfect for ...
Textile
"Wind" Swivel Armchair in Velvet with Silk Fringes Green
Located in Centro, RS
The wind swivel armchair is elegantly upholstered in velvet: Green, black, or offwhite colors options. The breeze is identified with the lightnes...
Velvet
Francesco Binfaré White Flap Sofa in Leather and Steel by Edra 2000s
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Flap sofa with a structure in steel and foam covered with white leather, was designed by Francesco Binfaré and produced by Edra in the early 2000s. The Flap...
Metal
Contemporary Goddard Bench in Gray Leather with Steel Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Smaller than a sofa, but bigger than a bench, the Goddard daybed functions as both when needed. It takes its form from 1950s French Industrial design, maintaining a sense of lightnes...
Metal
"Shortwave" Upholstered Chair with Frame in Varnished Ash by Moroso for Diesel
By Moroso, Diesel Creative Team 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Shortwave" is a chair, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring a structure in varnished ash, a seat and a back in birch covered by flame-retardant str...
Leather, Fabric, Velvet, Birch, Ash
Extra Deep Fully Upholstered Sofa With Minimalist Design & Ergonomic Proportions
Located in New York, NY
This extra deep sofa explores proportion through mass, softness, and continuous curvature. The design is defined by its monolithic silhouette, gently r...
Velvet, Foam, Wood
"Pietra" Curved Swivel Armchair Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
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...
Bouclé
$62,400 / item
GUFRAM La Cova Nest by Gianni Ruffi
By Gufram Furniture, Gianni Ruffi
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
This 1972 masterpiece by Gianni Ruffi and edited by Gufram in a limited edition is a veritable work of art on exhibit in many museums around the world. La Cova...
Foam
2010s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair in Leather and Chrome
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Barcelona Lounge Chair, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the 2010s. The chair is comprised of a chrome ste...
Steel
$4,143 / item
Slab Coffee Table by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Slab coffee table by Imperfettolab 2011 Dimensions: 157 x 88 x H 38 Materials: Fibreglass Seat/Coffee table in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Ve...
Fiberglass
Restored Danish Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen, Natural Sheepskin, 1950
Located in Bronx, NY
Original Restored Danish Clam Chair in Natural Sheepskin by Arnold Madsen d. 1950 Condition: Excellent Reupholstered. Repaired: Legs, armrests and frame have all been fully restored...
Sheepskin, Walnut
Contemporary Black Leather Armchair by KLEIN, Laser-Cut Steel Frame
By Klein Agency
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary Black Leather Armchair by KLEIN, Laser-Cut Steel Frame Materials - Black Leather, Steel // Style - Modern // Origin - USA // Condition - New, Made to Order Bulging ove...
Cut Steel
Original Pre-Production Prototype Wire Desk Chair by Niall O'Flynn
Located in New York, NY
Original pre-production prototype of a wire mesh metal desk chair by Niall O'Flynn shown at the New York Furniture Fair in 1994 and later produced by t' Spectrum. Composed of an E...
Brutalist Tobacco Velvet & Solid Cast Brass Lounge Chair, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Egg Designs’ Primal lounge chair is a commanding Brutalist statement piece that balances sculptural strength with sensual elegance. Upholstered in plush velvet, the chair introduces ...
Brass
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...
Velvet, Walnut
Italian modern black sofa LC2 by Le Corbusier Jeanneret Perriand Cassina, 1980s
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black leather sofa LC2 by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassina, 1980s LC2 three-seater sofa with tubular steel frame. The square seat, backrest and armrest...
Steel
2006 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chairs, Model EA435, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These particular examples date to 2006....
Aluminum, Steel
1990 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Pad Management Desk Chair in Hopsack Fabric
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chairs, Model EA435, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the year 1990. ...
Aluminum
Arflex Hall Armchair Black & White Riga Fabric and Wenge Legs by Roberto Menghi
By Arflex, Roberto Menghi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are at the end of the ‘50s: an interesting series of armchairs and sofas, designed by Roberto Menghi and called Hall, joins arflex collection. Hall armchair receives in 1959 the h...
Wood
De Sede DS-707/23 Sofa in Leather Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear op...
Leather, Upholstery
Armchair and Footstool UP5_6 by Gaetano Pesce for Superego Editions, Italy
By Superego Editions, Gaetano Pesce
Located in Asti, Piemonte
A large patinated bronze armchair casted with lost wax method with spherical footstool also known by the name 'Donna', foam model designed in 1969 by C & B, from 2012 limited edition...
Bronze
1992 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chair, Model EA435, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These particular examples date to 1992....
Aluminum, Steel
Emeco 1006 Navy Chair in Brushed Aluminum by US Navy
By Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
First built for use on submarines in 1944, the Navy Chair has been in continuous Production ever since. With the famous 77 step Process, our craftsmen take ...
Aluminum
Pierre Paulin "Pumpkin" Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Pierre Paulin Pumpkin swivel chairs and matching ottoman. Set is upholstered with designer and manufacturer label. Manufactured by Ligne Roset. France, 1971. Chairs: 27.5 h ...
Upholstery
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