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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chairs in Blue Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Desk Chairs, Model EA435, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the 2010s. The listed...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Tractor Bar Stool in Carved, Solid Wood by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Since debuting at the Milan furniture fair in 2003, the BassamFellows Tractor stool has become a bona fide modern icon. From the outset, it has proven to be a piece of infinite varie...
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2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Curve, 71" Cedar Bench, Designed by Brodie Neill, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bench in a single block of scented sandblasted cedar. Distinguished by its arched shape below the seat that exalts the wood grains and the shades of the natural cedar. Designed by Br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Cedar

Vintage Ikea Green Upholstered Bentwood Chairs
By IKEA
Located in Countryside, IL
Vintage Ikea Green Upholstered Bentwood Chairs This chair measures: 22.5 wide x 24 deep x 33.25 high, with a seat height of 18.25 and arm height/chair clearance 25.25 inches We tak...
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Early 2000s Swedish Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Naked Curved Sofa, Medium with Natural Oak and Barcelona Lotus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The naked curved sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Round sofa is available in a number of different materials, finishes ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, DEDAR Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Laurence dining chair is an artistic tribute to the essence of femininity in contemporar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

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Bouclé, Wood, Leather, Mohair, Linen, Velvet

Bomb Green Armchair by Simone Micheli
Located in Milan, IT
The designer entrusted bomb with a special task as while sitting on we are invited to reflect on the eternal drama of war and hope that life will always prevail. This armchair is cha...
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2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Other

"Bo" Stackable Colored Chair Designed by Philippe Starck for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Bo" is a stackable chair (max 8 pieces), designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Driade, in polypropylene monobloc available in mustard yellow, white, carnation or gray colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Plastic

Claire Sofa or Settee by DeMuro Das with Solid Antique Finish Bronze Legs
Located in New York, NY
The Claire sofa by DeMuro Das has a crescent-shaped back supported by six solid bronze legs with an antique finish. Construction includes solid hardwood frame with European webbing a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Seating

Materials

Bronze

Organic Modern Hand Carved Woven Wood w/Stainless Steel Base Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand crafted carved wood low profile bench with solid steel base. Modern/contemporary style. One large log carved with a unique weave pattern.
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Contemporary Ceramic Side Table Column Stool Dark Grey Glazed Stoneware
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
Handmade stoneware side table manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The pieces...
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2010s Spanish Modern Seating

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware

Minimalist Modern Lounge Chair in Natural Ash
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Designed to have a calming and inviting presence, the Allay chair brings together craft and simplicity to create an honest, comfortable and timeless piece. By engaging in the process...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Ash

Foz Armchair, Bouclé & Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Foz is an armchair with the same design as the grand sofa that gathers surprising details of a beach located in Porto, in the north of Portugal. Designed in layers, the contour of t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Lensvelt MVS CN Chair by Maarten van Severen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Lensvelt MVS CN chair by Maarten van Severen. Chair.   
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Reclining Leather Chair and Ottoman By Ekornes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chair and ottoman by Ekornes for their stressless line. This piece features subtle leather seating, armrests and ottoman sitting on a ornate wood and metal base. If you are in need o...
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20th Century Norwegian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Melting Chair by Philipp Aduatz
Located in Geneve, CH
Melting chair by Philipp Aduatz 2011 Edition of 12 + 3 A/P Dimensions: 95 x 93 x 78 cm Materials: Glass fibre reinforced polymer with a special silver coating New since 2012: special black chrome edition of 12 + 3 A/P Philipp Aduatz´ intention in the design of the Melting Chair is to capture a transient transformation within a sculptural object. The Melting Chair, which is suitable for use, is carefully crafted to appear to the viewer either as a solid chair melting away or as a solidification of a liquid melt. Usually, materials can be observed in certain aggregate phases: they can be solid, fluid or gaseous, but not at the same time. Only during phase transitions the borders between these phases become blurred. This moment of change seems utterly fragile and filled with fascinating possibilities at the same time. Aduatz main goal in the design of the Melting Chair was to hold on to this fleeting moment and phrase his fascination for it into a usable object. To create a realistic illusion, Aduatz studied the solidification of fluids as well as the melting of solids with modern 3D animation software. With this background, he designed the surface of the object down to the smallest detail - like an architect plans...
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2010s Austrian Modern Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

Customizable Lounge Chair Colima, Solid wood, Wicker back and upholstery gold.
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Inspiration for this piece came from the outdoor spaces of guest houses found in tropical and exotic jungles on Mexico’s southern coastline. The boldness of the solid Huanacaxtle woo...
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2010s Mexican Modern Seating

Materials

Wicker, Hardwood

Pair of Ottomans on Rollers
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of ottomans on rollers which we had professionally reupholstered in a shiny velvet fabric. Ottomans measure 17" wide, 17" deep and 17" high. Seat height is also 17".
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1980s American Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Fried Egg Three Tone Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
A unique asymmetrical lounge chair, designed by the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen in the 1950s. Fried egg is also available in an exclusive anniversary edition with s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Foam

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Laurence dining chair is an artistic tribute to the essence of femininity in contemporar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen

2023 Moroso for Diesel Cloudscape Lounge Arm Chair with Goose Down in Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Cloudscape lounge arm chair, originally designed by Diesel in 2013. This particular example was produced by Moroso in Italy circa 2023. The chair is comprised of a steel fr...
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2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

High Brown Milk Stools
Located in Geneve, CH
Brown milk stools by Bicci de' Medici Studio. Dimensions: diameter 30 cm x height 40cm Materials: Natural wood. Pigment. Technique: Carved wood. Handmade. Oiled. Stained Design...
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2010s Belgian Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Zaha Hadid Moraine Sofa in Pont Hide
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Out of this world piece by iconic British-Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid. The Moraine sofa was designed in 2000, and produced by Sawaya & Moroni of Italy. Or...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Hide

Potomac Leather and Antique Nickel Two-Seat Sofa with Off-White Belting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Calico Ash
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an LCW Lounge Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948. It is an early Herman Miller example featuring the 5-2-4 screw pattern, dating it to ca. 1953. The ...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Wassily-Inspired Black Wood Box Chair w/ Swiveling Backrest by N. Bijan Pourfard
By Nicholas Bijan Pourfard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Box chair is a minimal occasional lounge chair created by California-based designer N. Bijan Pourfard to emphasize linear simplicity and an “airy” quality that allows you to see through the chair as much as possible. Built using solid wood with equal dimensions in all axes, the Box Chair creates a sort of cube that pays homage to Marcel Breuer's Wassily chair and other Bauhaus creations. With a swiveling backrest and oversized plank seat. Chair shown...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Famed Brass Framed Dining Chair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
The famed brass chair brings comfortable seating with luxurious design to your living room... It will also be a simple and elegant option for your dining r...
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2010s Turkish Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Customizable Classic Sofa with Crushed Velvet and Shaped Back Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
Designed for ballrooms, grand entries and other spaces requiring "forever" sofas, this piece is entirely customizable in length and sectional breakdown. Consider for commercial proje...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Maple

Contemporary Reposer Special Edition Chair in British Wool and Walnut Legs
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Reposer chair has been thoughtfully created with a relatively low, soft back and a generous seat depth encouraging you to repose. Construction: solid...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Modular Sofa in White Faux Sheepskin Fabric, Left-Side Customizable Ruy Design
Located in Miami, FL
A customizable Ruy modular sofa designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis in white faux sheepskin fabric, left side module. The Ruy Modular Sofa, inspired by the iconic work of Ruy Ohtak...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

2000s Marcel Wanders for MOOOI Bottoni Three Seat Sofa in Grey Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Bottono Sofa, originally designed by Marcel Wanders for MOOOI in 2004. This particular example was produced in the 2000s. The sofa is comprised of a wooden frame with steel...
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Early 2000s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Babe Armchair: A Contemporary Mid-Century Icon with Haute Couture Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This armchair holds the graciousness of modern mid-century design, with irresistible contemporary appeal. The haute couture upholstery and detailed seams, lacquered legs and outline ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

C. 2000s Set of Four Alvar & Aino Aalto for Artek 611 Stacking Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four 611 Stacking Chairs, originally designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto in 1929. These particular examples were produced by Artek in Finland in the 2000s. Their frames...
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Early 2000s Finnish Modern Seating

Materials

Birch, Fabric

DeSede DS-707 Corner Element Sofa in Fabric Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Where the St. Lawrence River Mon-treal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland – the famous Habitat 67. 354 concrete blocks arranged in a stepped pattern adorn a part of Montreal’s multifaceted skyline, designed by architect Moshe Safdie for Expo 67. Not far from this memorable silhouette grew up Philippe Malouin, who was inspired by these forms of brutalism through-out his life. After Malouin received the call from de Sede and initial ideas were exchanged, the designer was largely given a free hand and Malouin started his work “by making things”. Simply drawing, cutting or even folding different materials are part of the creation of the new sculpture DS-707. Philippe Malouin experimented with folding foam for the Swiss manu-facturer - the result: a modular sofa system with a traditional yet con-temporary aesthetic. Carried by the sweeping serpentines of the river, the idea for a sculpture that fuses into one form was born in the London studio near the Thames. The masterpiece DS-707 is a homage to classic de Sede designs and was created for the future. 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, open structures of brutalism that inspired designer Philippe Malouin. Available as a comfortable armchair or as a modular sofa that can be combined in infinite ways, the DS-707 is the visual perfection of form that gives every room a unique highlight. Designed in the style of brutalism, recounting the unruly origins of modern esthetics and dedicated to the sustainable use of materials, this sculpture is now also available with a corner element...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede DS-2011 Two-Seat Sofa in Black Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With its fluid, curved shapes, the DS-2011 appears powerful and dynamic where other furniture is already in a sleep mode. The visual lightness and modern, casual elegance underline the timeless look that makes the DS-2011 a sofa that can be and is everything but ordinary. With its exciting appearance, the sofa fills every room and surrounds people with its extraordinary, distinctive appearance. The solid...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

2013 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Lounge Chair in Chrome w/ Fabric Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Bertoia Small Diamond lounge chair, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA circa 2013. The chair is made of ...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Surge Bench in Concrete Canvas by Neal Aronowitz
Located in Portland, OR
The "Surge Bench” is a fusion of art and functionality, crafted from Concrete Canvas, an innovative new material that is the signature material of Neal Aronowitz. Concrete Canvas exp...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Concrete, Cement

"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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Seating

Materials

Bouclé

Contemporary set of 2 chairs by Studio Tecnico Interna8, Wood Leather
Located in Pordenone, IT
Chair in solid beech wood. Seat with webbing and plywood frame padded with elastic expanded polyurethane. This listing is for 2 chairs.      
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2010s Italian Modern Seating

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Wood

Cast Bronze resin, Shou Sugi Ban African Mahogany & Boucle Sherpa Lounge Chair
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The armless modern Sherpa lounge chair is part of the Sherpa collection. It is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This high...
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2010s South African Modern Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Resin, Hardwood

1988 Ron Arad Crust Lounge Chair Sawaya & Moroni Rome
Located in Chula Vista, CA
London based Israeli designer Ron Arad Crust Lounge Armchair  Ron Arad Associates architecture and design practice opened in London in 1989 known for experimentation with materials, ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Seating

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Faux Leather, Rubber, Plywood, Ash

Odette Curvy Dining Chair with armrests in Black Solid Oak Wood by Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
Odette elegantly shows that a wooden chair can recall the cozyness of our grandparents’ wingback armchairs. At first sight she seems to belong to the vast array of bentwood chairs, b...
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2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Daybed Oak
Located in Plymouth, GB
The Shark Daybed was designed and crafted in-house by Founder and Furniture Designer Oliver A-J using the finest materials. Available in almost limitless variations, the Shark Daybed...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Seating

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Oak

Set of 4 Oak W2 Chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of four solid oak W2 dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner. Made for CM Madsen factory. Seats have been previously reupholstered in a light wool fabric.
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1950s Danish Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Crofton Counter Stool with Black Stained Pinewood Frame by Daniel Schofield
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Crofton counter stool with black stained pinewood frame by Daniel Schofield The CROFTON Stool collection gives an understated nod to elegant Asian design traditions whilst embraci...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Seating

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Wood

Yomi Eko Chair
By MOJOW
Located in Toronto, CA
By Mojow A modern armchair with a timeless French design, produced in super resistant and eco-responsible materials, the sleek style will introduce a unique and...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Senufo Ottoman in American Walnut by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Senufo ottoman in American walnut by Arno Declercq Made American walnut and sheep wool. (ask for different wool colors) *Fur color based on availability Measures: L 45 cm x W 45 c...
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2010s Belgian Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Harvey Probber Sofa
Located in San Francisco, CA
A three-seat sofa by Harvey Probber. Curved front. Loose cushions on the seat, back and sides. Sofa sits on 6 wooden feet.
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1960s American Vintage Modern Seating

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Wood

1990s Arcadia Dining Side Chair by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in Ivory Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an ‘Arcadia’ armless dining chair, initially designed by Paolo Piva for B & B Italia in 1989. This piece was produced in Italy around the same time. It features a simplis...
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1990s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Customizable e15 That Lounge Chair by Stefan Diez
Located in New York, NY
The lounge chair That is part of the distinct This That Other seating series. Named after the famous card trick, Stefan Diez uses the same plywood material as for the iconic Houdini ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Seating

Materials

Oak

Bespoke Rounded Wood Armchair, Blackened Ash Veneer, Fabric Upholstery, 2024
Located in Berlin, DE
Armchair ‘Orient‘ made of rounded wood covered with Ash veneer. Removable cushions with fabric cover. Customizable, production time 10-12 weeks.
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2010s German Modern Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Ash, Bentwood

2023 Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset TOGO Footstool Ottoman in Kyoto Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a TOGO Ottoman made of polyether foam covered in Kyoto bronze leather. The ottoman was designed by Michel Ducaroy and produced by Ligne Roset in France. It was ma...
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2010s French Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Foam

White Hide and Patinated Brass 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and patinated brass 'Tambour' ottoman by Design Frères. The last picture is of a different version of the ottoman in the same size. Perfect as a coffee table, with t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Brass

Contemporary Wood Dining Chair by Costantini, Palermo Hollywood, In Stock
Located in New York, NY
Palermo Hollywood Chair in fabric. Measurements are 19" W x 20" D x 32" H x 19" SH Available as shown for immediate delivery or order in any solid wood or finish. Other mater...
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2010s Argentine Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Baloo Boucle Flock Chair CS2 by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Baloo Boucle Flock Chair CS2 by NOOM Dimensions: W 55 x D 61 x H 78 cm Materials: Ashwood, plywood, metal, moulded foam, textile. Weight: 11 kg Also available in other materials an...
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2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

1998 Knoll Handkerchief Chairs by Massimo & Lella Vignelli in Black
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Handkerchief Chair, Model 4901, designed by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Knoll in 1983. The listed price includes one chair, and we have several available for purchase. These examples date to 1998. Their design features a wavy molded seat in black, perched atop a black powder-coated steel sled base. The Vignelli’s were some of the most influential designers of the 20th century, perhaps most famous for their work with the New York City subway maps...
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1990s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Oscar Tusquets, Gaulinetta Chair, Red, Lacquered, Ash Wood, Contemporary
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Gaulinetta is an evolution of the Gaulino chair. In words of Oscar Tusquets In homage to Enzo Mari, who called his chair Tonietta, a derivative of Thonet, I’ve called this chair ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Seating

Materials

Hide, Ash

Beatriz Counter Stools
Located in Queens, NY
4 "Beatriz" counter stools featuring an industrial / biomorphic design that combines an organic form of a brass seat and contrasting dark patinaed textured ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Bronze

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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