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Modern Seating

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Contemporary Channeled Fleure Luxus Sofa in Green Velvet and Oak or Walnut Legs
Contemporary Channeled Fleure Luxus Sofa in Green Velvet and Oak or Walnut Legs

Contemporary Channeled Fleure Luxus Sofa in Green Velvet and Oak or Walnut Legs

By Stuart Scott

Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire

The Fleure Luxus sofa is our latest adaptation of the award winning Fleure 3 – seater sofa, upholstered in this premium cotton velvet. The Fleure range combines traditional style cue...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Oak, Walnut

Set of 6 sculptural walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
Set of 6 sculptural walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand

Set of 6 sculptural walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand

By InsidherLand, 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 city, organized by the principles of sy...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

"Mississippi" Lounge Sofa (15 pieces) by The Artifort Group For Artifort, 1970's
"Mississippi" Lounge Sofa (15 pieces) by The Artifort Group For Artifort, 1970's

"Mississippi" Lounge Sofa (15 pieces) by The Artifort Group For Artifort, 1970's

By Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very rare and exclusive "Mississippi" sofa model 100. This very comfortable sofa was designed and manufactured in the Netherlands by Artifort in 1978. Designed by the Artifort de...

Category

1970s Dutch Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Pair of 'Camargue' Chairs by Design Frères in COM
Pair of 'Camargue' Chairs by Design Frères in COM

Pair of 'Camargue' Chairs by Design Frères in COM

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 'Camargue' chairs by DESIGN FRÈRES, in COM (1 yard per chair). Shown here in cream vinyl and stained white oak rods. Great as comfortable and functional dining chairs or sid...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of 3 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères, in COM
Set of 3 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères, in COM

Set of 3 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères, in COM

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Méandre™ counter stool by DESIGN FRÈRES®, in COM. Dark bronze frame. Upholstered firm but comfortable. Requires 1.5 yards COM fabric total for the set of 3, to be sent to our ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Vintage Tufted Dunkirk Right Arm Chaise Lounge
Vintage Tufted Dunkirk Right Arm Chaise Lounge

Vintage Tufted Dunkirk Right Arm Chaise Lounge

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Dunkirk Right Arm Facing Chaise from Century Furniture. It features a low-profile design with a tufted seat, a single arm on the right (when facing), and a contemporary, textured hea...

Category

1990s American Modern Seating

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Contemporary Misty Mauve Velvet Dining Chair with Black Lacquer Wood
Contemporary Misty Mauve Velvet Dining Chair with Black Lacquer Wood

Contemporary Misty Mauve Velvet Dining Chair with Black Lacquer Wood

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Handcrafted dining chair upholstered in misty mauve alpaca velvet, structure in black mate lacquered wood. The rounded backrest and extra wide seat offers an ultimate comfortable din...

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Lacquer

Armchair on Castors Made to Order in Custom Finishes
Armchair on Castors Made to Order in Custom Finishes

Armchair on Castors Made to Order in Custom Finishes

Located in NEW YORK, NY

The designer's goal on creating this lounge chair was to seek comfort and amazement at the highest level. With its hidden castors you can easily glide across the space to surprise yo...

Category

2010s European Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Contemporary sculptural chenille wood Silhouette dining chair by InsidherLand
Contemporary sculptural chenille wood Silhouette dining chair by InsidherLand

Contemporary sculptural chenille wood Silhouette dining chair by InsidherLand

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

Located in Maia, Porto

Iron Design Award Winner for Furniture Design at the A’Design Award Competition 2023-2024 Silhouette is a surreal reminiscence of a woman’s sensual curves that arise designed in an ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Chenille, Beech

Inez Counter and Barstool by Crump and Kwash
Inez Counter and Barstool by Crump and Kwash

Inez Counter and Barstool by Crump and Kwash

By Crump and Kwash

Located in Baltimore City, MD

Inez counter stool and barstool by Crump and Kwash Upholstered seat top / premium foam cushion / solid wood base / hand rubbed oil finish / solid steel construction / durable powder coat finish / 360 degree rotating...

Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Stool / Table in Carbon Dyed Cedar with Black Marble Insert by Hinterland Design
Stool / Table in Carbon Dyed Cedar with Black Marble Insert by Hinterland Design

Stool / Table in Carbon Dyed Cedar with Black Marble Insert by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

Cast-off cedar logs are given second life as a crystalline form. Named Little Gem, the natural beauty of reclaimed wood is harnessed in this side table and sculpture piece where nature informs design. Each Little Gem is hand-shaped and faceted based on the different characteristics of the log used, and variations in wood grain. Top surface and finish further ensure that no two are alike. Left to weather outdoors, this piece will acquire a natural silver finish. Stool is sold as an individual piece. Shown in main image is carbon-dyed Western red cedar...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Seating

Materials

Stone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal

Bar stool Fox in fabric Dedar Tiger Mountain 002 for Elevated Home Bars
Bar stool Fox in fabric Dedar Tiger Mountain 002 for Elevated Home Bars

Bar stool Fox in fabric Dedar Tiger Mountain 002 for Elevated Home Bars

Located in Kyiv, UA

"Fox" Bar Stool by Dmytro Kozinenko – A Minimalist Approach with Nature-Inspired Details The "Fox" bar stool stands out with its clean lines and subtle reference to nature. The sing...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Volpe Chaise Longue
Volpe Chaise Longue

Volpe Chaise Longue

$18,500 / item

Volpe Chaise Longue

By Medea

Located in New York, NY

Dormeuse with structure, base and external back in wood. Upholstered in fabric

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Drapè Sofa
Drapè Sofa

Drapè Sofa

$23,645 / item

Drapè Sofa

By Laura Meroni

Located in Milan, IT

This stunning three-seat from the Drapè collection combines unique design, exquisite craftsmanship, and extra comfort. The metal structure is linear and yet welcoming, thanks to the ...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Dining Chair Gropius CS2 by Noom, Ash Wood Legs, Wool, Brown
Sculptural Dining Chair Gropius CS2 by Noom, Ash Wood Legs, Wool, Brown

Sculptural Dining Chair Gropius CS2 by Noom, Ash Wood Legs, Wool, Brown

By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova

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...

Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Felt, Cotton, Jacquard, Linen, Velvet, ...

Pierre Paulin Le Chat Chairs
Pierre Paulin Le Chat Chairs

Pierre Paulin Le Chat Chairs

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of 'Le Chat' chairs designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Netherlands, c. 1970’s. These chairs have been newly upholstered in Kvadrat Tonus fabric. sold as a pair

Category

1960s Dutch Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Wool

'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères in Mohair Velvet or COM
'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères in Mohair Velvet or COM

'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères in Mohair Velvet or COM

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Méandre bench by DESIGN FRÈRES in mohair velvet or COM. Upholstered firm in mohair velvet (specify color) or provide COM (1 yard). Mohair velvet is extremely durable and resists...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Lounge Chair 'Puffy' by HEM, White Steel, Eggshell Bouclé
Contemporary Lounge Chair 'Puffy' by HEM, White Steel, Eggshell Bouclé

Contemporary Lounge Chair 'Puffy' by HEM, White Steel, Eggshell Bouclé

By Faye Toogood, HEM

Located in Paris, IDF

PUFFY, Lounge Chair Design: Faye Toogood Editor: HEM Model shown on main image: Steel frame: Cream, Matte (RAL 9001) Upholstery: Storr, Eggshell (97% Pure New Wool, 3% Nylon) The detachable upholstery of the Puffy Lounge Chair is fat and plump, its generous shape spills freely over the sides of a tubular steel frame which, in stark contrast, is hard-lined and strong. The two key elements of this seating design by Faye Toogood are in purposeful and playful juxtaposition. The elementary frame is inspired by the rational structure of classic modernist design, whilst the extravagant quilt-like upholstery warmly embraces and envelopes, is comforting and reassuring. The Puffy Chair...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair, with matching ottoman
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair, with matching ottoman

The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair, with matching ottoman

Located in Jesteburg, DE

The Albert armchair with ottoman in minimal style, with slipcover in Belgian linen, colour post oyster, no piping, skirting continous or slit The measurements of the chair are: Heig...

Category

2010s Belgian Modern Seating

Materials

Linen, Beech

Modern Acccent Dining Chair Gropius CS1 by Noom, Upholstered, Pink Wool
Modern Acccent Dining Chair Gropius CS1 by Noom, Upholstered, Pink Wool

Modern Acccent Dining Chair Gropius CS1 by Noom, Upholstered, Pink Wool

By Kateryna Sokolova, 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...

Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Ash, Acrylic, Velvet, Cotton, Felt, Bouclé, Mohair, Wool

"Holè" Chair by Carlo Bartoli for YCAMI, Italy - 1990s
"Holè" Chair by Carlo Bartoli for YCAMI, Italy - 1990s

"Holè" Chair by Carlo Bartoli for YCAMI, Italy - 1990s

By Ycami Collection, Carlo Bartoli

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Modern - interior design - Decoration Measures : 44x50cm H:78cm SH:44cm Material : Aluminium This chair is part of a series designed by Carlo Bartoli for the Italian manufacturer Y...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of "X" Armchairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, USA 21st Century
Pair of "X" Armchairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, USA 21st Century

Pair of "X" Armchairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, USA 21st Century

By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elevate your living space with this exquisite pair of "X" Armchairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture. Crafted in the USA in the 21st Century, these chairs exude elegance and soph...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Serpantine Cloud Sofas in Ivory Boucle, A Pair
Vladimir Kagan Serpantine Cloud Sofas in Ivory Boucle, A Pair

Vladimir Kagan Serpantine Cloud Sofas in Ivory Boucle, A Pair

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Culver City, CA

Let’s be honest—if Gabriella Crespi, Karl Springer, and Pierre Paulin walked into a room and had to pick a seat, they’d sink right into these. This matched pair of Vladimir Kagan Clo...

Category

1990s American Modern Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Lucite

Alcove Linear Sofa – Curved Backseat with Fringe Base In Rose Velvet
Alcove Linear Sofa – Curved Backseat with Fringe Base In Rose Velvet

Alcove Linear Sofa – Curved Backseat with Fringe Base In Rose Velvet

Located in NEW YORK, NY

A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Trimming

Three Sofa de Luxe Sofa Sofa with armrest by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
Three Sofa de Luxe Sofa Sofa with armrest by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini

Three Sofa de Luxe Sofa Sofa with armrest by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini

By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Three Sofa de Luxe defies the traditional function of a furnishing accent that is commonly perceived as merely a seat. For this collection, Jasper Morrison plays with this concep...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Plywood

Round Ball Ottoman in Latte Zenith Leather by Moses Nadel
Round Ball Ottoman in Latte Zenith Leather by Moses Nadel

Round Ball Ottoman in Latte Zenith Leather by Moses Nadel

By Moses Nadel

Located in Oyster Bay, NY

Functionality combined with elegance, the Ball Ottoman is a versatile piece of furniture. Sculptural with its round shape and playfully engaging, this leather ottoman is commonly use...

Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Hand-Crafted Art Deco Velvet Armchair by Munna Design Studio
Hand-Crafted Art Deco Velvet Armchair by Munna Design Studio

Hand-Crafted Art Deco Velvet Armchair by Munna Design Studio

By Munna Design Studio

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This armchair features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the d...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Gervasoni KIRA 43 Side Table in Cast aluminum Chrome by Marta Giardini
Gervasoni KIRA 43 Side Table in Cast aluminum Chrome by Marta Giardini

Gervasoni KIRA 43 Side Table in Cast aluminum Chrome by Marta Giardini

By Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Kira table stands out for its striking geometric language—an interplay of solid and void—the cubic base supporting a square top softened by rounded corners. Crafted in die-cast a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Maple-Framed Perception Bench or Loveseat by Known Work w/Customizable Fabric
Maple-Framed Perception Bench or Loveseat by Known Work w/Customizable Fabric

Maple-Framed Perception Bench or Loveseat by Known Work w/Customizable Fabric

By Known Work

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A graceful articulation of comfort through form, the Perceptions Bench explores the relationship between upholstery and framework. Its soft, sculpted interior creates cozy contours w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Undulating Méandre Chair by Design Frères
Undulating Méandre Chair by Design Frères

Undulating Méandre Chair by Design Frères

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Undulating dark bronze 'Méandre' chair by Design Frères. Chic and understated.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Dining Chair Balance - Architectural Accent Chair in Premium Fabric
Dining Chair Balance - Architectural Accent Chair in Premium Fabric

Dining Chair Balance - Architectural Accent Chair in Premium Fabric

By Dmitriy Kozinenko

Located in Kyiv, UA

Dining chair Balance invites you to experience the balance that we all seek in life. This designer chair draws inspiration from the art of rock balancing, where natural stones are ca...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Sage Green Cotton Velvet
Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Sage Green Cotton Velvet

Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Sage Green Cotton Velvet

By Munna Design Studio

Located in NEW YORK, NY

The handmade sofa draws on the signature Franjas fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric
Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric

Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Custom one arm sofa with down wrapped cushions In stock ready for immediate shipping showroom samples, reflects discounted price, we offer custom in any...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Corolla 271 White Armchair by Cristina Celestino

Corolla 271 White Armchair by Cristina Celestino

By Cristina Celestino, Billiani 1911

Located in Milan, IT

Designed by Cristina Celestino for Billiani, this splendid armchair boasts an elegant and ergonomic profile. Distinguished for a total-white look, it rests on beechwood legs with rou...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Textile, Beech

Layton Curve Sofa, Velvet & Natural Wood Sofa by Christian Siriano
Layton Curve Sofa, Velvet & Natural Wood Sofa by Christian Siriano

Layton Curve Sofa, Velvet & Natural Wood Sofa by Christian Siriano

By Christian Siriano

Located in New York, NY

Made to order velvet and wood curved sofa designed by Christian Siriano. Fabric: Ivory Velvet Base: Natural Maple.   Available in custom fabrics and finishes. Dimensions: Overall ...

Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Maple, Velvet

A Pair Of Three Seat Rattan Sofas
A Pair Of Three Seat Rattan Sofas

A Pair Of Three Seat Rattan Sofas

$1,750Sale Price / set|30% Off

A Pair Of Three Seat Rattan Sofas

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of three seat rattan sofas with an interesting design. As a bonus-a side table with glass top and floor lamp are included. Sofas sold w...

Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Rattan

Light Grey 'Tucroma' Chairs by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani, 1980s, Signed
Light Grey 'Tucroma' Chairs by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani, 1980s, Signed

Light Grey 'Tucroma' Chairs by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani, 1980s, Signed

By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani and produced in Italy for the Pace Collection, the Tucroma chair has become one of the most recognizable and well-regarded seating designs...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Brown Velvet Bench with Black Legs, Contemporary Design
Brown Velvet Bench with Black Legs, Contemporary Design

Brown Velvet Bench with Black Legs, Contemporary Design

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Brown velvet bench, a seating piece designed for dry indoor spaces. This bench features a softly padded seat with a smooth touch, supported by black...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Susan Osbourne  Ottoman in Pierre Frey Fabric, Available in Bespoke Dimensions
Susan Osbourne  Ottoman in Pierre Frey Fabric, Available in Bespoke Dimensions

Susan Osbourne Ottoman in Pierre Frey Fabric, Available in Bespoke Dimensions

Located in London, GB

The Susan Osbourne ottoman is constructed with hand-tied coil springs and traditional upholstery, incorporating rubberised hair and latex over a solid beechwood frame, raised on turned tapering legs in the French manner. Upholstered in a heavily woven Pierre Frey jacquard...

Category

2010s English Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Natural Fiber, Beech

Mid-Century Modern curved cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II sofa by InsidherLand
Mid-Century Modern curved cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II sofa by InsidherLand

Mid-Century Modern curved cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II sofa by InsidherLand

By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand

Located in Maia, Porto

The Niemeyer II sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind. The rounded lines of the ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Italian Modern Sofa of Chrome and Black Leather by Paolo Lomazzi
Italian Modern Sofa of Chrome and Black Leather by Paolo Lomazzi

Italian Modern Sofa of Chrome and Black Leather by Paolo Lomazzi

By Paolo Lomazzi

Located in Austin, TX

A fine, comfortable Italian sofa in the Modern style, featuring a stylish, bowed tubular chrome body with upholstered cushion back and sides of black leather, two fitted seat cushion...

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Acerbis Trench Armchair by Philippe Malouin
Acerbis Trench Armchair by Philippe Malouin

Acerbis Trench Armchair by Philippe Malouin

By Acerbis, Philippe Malouin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Trench is a collection of sofas and armchairs that reinterprets the concept of upholstered seating with new proportions. Its pure, almost ancestral form exudes a sculptural presence,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

21st Century, Modern, Maçka Chair, Stainless Steel Structure & Upholstery
21st Century, Modern, Maçka Chair, Stainless Steel Structure & Upholstery

21st Century, Modern, Maçka Chair, Stainless Steel Structure & Upholstery

By DAY Studio

Located in İstanbul, İstanbul

Maçka, defined by its juxtaposed simple geometrical forms, is a seating collection consisting of dining & corner chairs, bar stool and love & lounge benches. The designs elegantly re...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stool/Bench Modern Medieval Handmade Horsehair Iron Woven Textile Fringe Tassel
Stool/Bench Modern Medieval Handmade Horsehair Iron Woven Textile Fringe Tassel

Stool/Bench Modern Medieval Handmade Horsehair Iron Woven Textile Fringe Tassel

By J.M. Szymanski

Located in Bronx, NY

HORSE HAIR BENCH NO. 1 - WHITE J.M. Szymanski d. 2019 Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to create an exciting juxtaposition o...

Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Iron

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa in Soft Alpaca Velvet, Hand-Crafted
Illusion Curved Corner Sofa in Soft Alpaca Velvet, Hand-Crafted

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa in Soft Alpaca Velvet, Hand-Crafted

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. ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Chic 'Méandre' Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
Chic 'Méandre' Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères

Chic 'Méandre' Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The 'Méandre'™ dark bronze side chair by Design Frères®. Chic and understated.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s brown leather
Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s brown leather

Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s brown leather

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

With its sleek lines and contemporary aesthetic, this sofa embodies modern elegance and timeless sophistication. Crafted with utmost precision and attention to detail, the Le Bambole...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Seating

Materials

Bouclé

Modern Vintage IKEA Urban Barstools Made in Italy by Carl Ojerstam a Pair
Modern Vintage IKEA Urban Barstools Made in Italy by Carl Ojerstam a Pair

Modern Vintage IKEA Urban Barstools Made in Italy by Carl Ojerstam a Pair

By IKEA, Carl Öjerstam

Located in Topeka, KS

Awesome Early 21st Century vintage IKEA Urban Barstools Made in Italy by Carl Ojerstam a pair composed of chrome plated steel frame & shafts with a 360 swivel & height adjusting hand...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Modern T50 Outdoors Lounge Chair, Dedar Jacquard, Walnut, Handmade by Greenapple
Modern T50 Outdoors Lounge Chair, Dedar Jacquard, Walnut, Handmade by Greenapple

Modern T50 Outdoors Lounge Chair, Dedar Jacquard, Walnut, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Dedar, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

T50 Outdoors Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The T50 outdoors lounge chair pays homage to the retro aesthetics of 1950s design...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair Of 1960s Locus Solus Chairs By Gae Aulenti For Poltronova
Pair Of 1960s Locus Solus Chairs By Gae Aulenti For Poltronova

Pair Of 1960s Locus Solus Chairs By Gae Aulenti For Poltronova

By Poltronova

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A refined example of Italian modernist design, this pair of 1960s Locus Solus chairs by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova showcases a bold yet refined tubular aesthetic. Constructed from co...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

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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