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POSTMODERN STYLE

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

ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

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

POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Style: Post-Modern
Meritalia Senzafine Chair, Senza Blue by Gaetano Pesce
Meritalia Senzafine Chair, Senza Blue by Gaetano Pesce

Meritalia Senzafine Chair, Senza Blue by Gaetano Pesce

By Meritalia, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Toronto, ON

The "Endless" Chair. Colourful tangles that give life to a geometric and dynamic seat. A series of joyfully inconsistent seats designed by Gaetano Pesce, and a manifesto of Meritalia...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Plastic

Gaetano Pesce Bernini Broadway Chairs, Set of 4
Gaetano Pesce Bernini Broadway Chairs, Set of 4

Gaetano Pesce Bernini Broadway Chairs, Set of 4

By Gaetano Pesce

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Broadway chairs Gaetano Pesce Bernini set of 4: iconic Italian design chairs characterized by the experimental approach with the use of epoxy and unconventional resin by Gaetano Pesc...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Cult Stool, Sculptural Stool, Hand-Carved Mexican Ice Onyx Marble, Panorammma
Cult Stool, Sculptural Stool, Hand-Carved Mexican Ice Onyx Marble, Panorammma

Cult Stool, Sculptural Stool, Hand-Carved Mexican Ice Onyx Marble, Panorammma

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Cult stool / side table; a hand sculpted stone from an incredibly particular stone; Mexican Ice Onyx, remits to primal sculptural-architectural language while displaying materials in...

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Onyx

Lamb Sofa by Vladimir Naumov
Lamb Sofa by Vladimir Naumov

Lamb Sofa by Vladimir Naumov

Located in Geneve, CH

Lamb Sofa by Vladimir Naumov Dimensions: D 284 x W 164 x H 84 cm Materials: Faux Lamb Fur, Wood Customizable Size. Please contact us. Vladimir Naumov is a ...

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Faux Fur, Wood

Ligne Roset Sofa Couch Multy Claude Brisson weiß Zweisitzer
Ligne Roset Sofa Couch Multy Claude Brisson weiß Zweisitzer

Ligne Roset Sofa Couch Multy Claude Brisson weiß Zweisitzer

By Claude Brisson, Ligne Roset

Located in Berlin, DE

Mit dem Zweisitzer von Ligne Roset (Modell: Multy) bieten wir einen wahren Designklassiker zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa verfügt über einen weißen/ sehr hellen Bezug und lässt sich ebenfa...

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2010s French Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Custom Scalloped Tuxedo Sofa in Olive Green Pierre Frey Fabric, 1990
Custom Scalloped Tuxedo Sofa in Olive Green Pierre Frey Fabric, 1990

Custom Scalloped Tuxedo Sofa in Olive Green Pierre Frey Fabric, 1990

Located in Hudson, NY

A luxurious custom scalloped tuxedo sofa in olive green. Seat back is diamond tufted with a scalloped crest rail. New upholstery invokes a seventies feel with Pierre Frey's Yeti fabr...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Wool, Alpaca, Mohair, Wood

Luna Chair by Studio Kallang
Luna Chair by Studio Kallang

Luna Chair by Studio Kallang

Located in Geneve, CH

Luna Chair by Studio Kallang Dimensions: W 37 x D 39 x H 70 cm Materials: Solid Teak. STUDIO KALLANG IS A SINGAPORE AND SEATTLE BASED PROJECT FOCUSING ON OBJECTS DESIGNED BY FAEZAH...

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2010s Singaporean Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Teak

Object 085 Sofa by NG Design
Object 085 Sofa by NG Design

Object 085 Sofa by NG Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Object 085 Sofa by NG Design Dimensions: W 220 x D 110 x H 60 cm Materials: Velveteen Also Available: All of objects available in different materials and colors on demand. Our firs...

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2010s Polish Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Other

Set of 4 Vintage Postmodern Geometrical Armchairs, Sculptural Memphis Style, 90s
Set of 4 Vintage Postmodern Geometrical Armchairs, Sculptural Memphis Style, 90s

Set of 4 Vintage Postmodern Geometrical Armchairs, Sculptural Memphis Style, 90s

Located in Zagreb, HR

Set of four vintage postmodern armchairs featuring black faux leather upholstery, a black metal frame, and natural wood backrest/armrest and seat detail. Reminiscent of Memphis Milan...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Jell Sofa by Alter Ego Studio
Jell Sofa by Alter Ego Studio

Jell Sofa by Alter Ego Studio

Located in Castelo da Maia, PT

Jell Sofa by Alter Ego Studio Dimensions W 260 cm D 120 cm H 85 cm Product features Product options: Upholstery: Available in all Alter Ego Stud...

Category

2010s Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Stone

Ut 02 Cowhide and Walnut Sofa by Sing Chan
Ut 02 Cowhide and Walnut Sofa by Sing Chan

Ut 02 Cowhide and Walnut Sofa by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

Ut 02 Sofa by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 76 x D 135 x H 67 cm Materials: Cowhide, North American Black Walnut, waxing. Sing Chan ( Chinese: 陈星宇/Xingyu Chen), the founder of SINGCHAN D...

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2010s Chinese Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Sister Stool by Nick Sugihara
Sister Stool by Nick Sugihara

Sister Stool by Nick Sugihara

Located in Geneve, CH

Sister Stool by Nick Sugihara Dimensions: D 19.05 x W 33.02 x H 83.82 cm. Materials: Oiled cherry. Available in cherry, oak, and walnut. Please contact us. Sugihara Fine Furniture...

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2010s American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Cherry

Kyokusen Fully Upholstered Monolithic Sofa by Quinti Sedute
Kyokusen Fully Upholstered Monolithic Sofa by Quinti Sedute

Kyokusen Fully Upholstered Monolithic Sofa by Quinti Sedute

Located in Geneve, CH

Kyokusen Fully Upholstered Monolithic Sofa by Quinti Sedute Dimensions: D 134 x W 250 x H 77 cm. Materials: Metal, wood, and upholstery. Available in different finishes, sizes, and ...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Postmodern lacquered wood italian dining chairs, 1980s
Postmodern lacquered wood italian dining chairs, 1980s

Postmodern lacquered wood italian dining chairs, 1980s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Postmodern design dining chairs with black lacquered wooden frames and faux leather upholstery. 1980s - Italy Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 106cm Width: 45cm Depth: 45cm...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Lacquer

Fringes Counter Stool by Munna
Fringes Counter Stool by Munna

Fringes Counter Stool by Munna

Located in Geneve, CH

Fringes Counter Stool by Munna Dimensions: D 54 x W 57 x H 90 cm. SH: 70 cm. Materials: Wood, foam, nickel, and upholstery. Finish: Upholstery: Cotton Velvet, ref. Steel Blue, CV27. ...

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Nickel

Cobra Lounge Chair by Giuseppe Zani for Zani Collezione Poltrone Italy NOS
Cobra Lounge Chair by Giuseppe Zani for Zani Collezione Poltrone Italy NOS

Cobra Lounge Chair by Giuseppe Zani for Zani Collezione Poltrone Italy NOS

By Zani Colliezone

Located in San Diego, CA

Cobra recliner chair , designed by Giuseppe Zani for Zani, Collezione Poltrone, represents an exceptional example of postmodern design from late 20th century Italy. Crafted with slee...

Category

20th Century Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Toshiyuki Kita Wink chair 80's for Cassina performed by AFS
Toshiyuki Kita Wink chair 80's for Cassina performed by AFS

Toshiyuki Kita Wink chair 80's for Cassina performed by AFS

By Toshiyuki Kita

Located in LYON, FR

Created by Toshiyuki Kita in 1980, the Wink chair is a complex design based on the human body, with ergonomics and modularity as the guiding principles behind this lounge chair. This...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Fringes Stool by Munna
Fringes Stool by Munna

Fringes Stool by Munna

Located in Geneve, CH

Fringes Stool by Munna Dimensions: D 50 x W 50 x H 50 cm. SH: 50 cm. Materials: Wood, foam, and upholstery. Finish: Upholstery: Cotton Velvet, ref. Steel ...

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Luna Sofa in Stained Rattan, Plywood and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS
Luna Sofa in Stained Rattan, Plywood and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS

Luna Sofa in Stained Rattan, Plywood and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS

By Popus Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Luna Sofa in Stained Rattan, Plywood and HR Foam by POPUS EDITIONS. Dimensions: W 160 x D 78 x H 76 cm. Materials: Stained rattan base frame, plywood seat, and high-resilience (HR) f...

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Foam, Plywood

Knoll Robert & Trix Haussmann Black Leather Club Chairs
Knoll Robert & Trix Haussmann Black Leather Club Chairs

Knoll Robert & Trix Haussmann Black Leather Club Chairs

Located in Stafford, TX

Pair of Knoll Robert & Trix Haussmann Black Leather Club Chairs An iconic pair of Knoll lounge club chairs designed by renowned Swiss architects and designers Robert and Trix Ha...

Category

1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

HABANA Sectional Sofa by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton, 1980
HABANA Sectional Sofa by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton, 1980

HABANA Sectional Sofa by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton, 1980

By Brueton

Located in Chicago, IL

HABANA Sectional Sofa by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton, 1980 Reupholstered Each section measures 35" deep, 26" wide 27" tall 17" seat height. That is the 4 sections and 2 ottomans

Category

1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Josephine 280 Sofa by Munna
Josephine 280 Sofa by Munna

Josephine 280 Sofa by Munna

Located in Geneve, CH

Josephine 280 Sofa by Munna Dimensions: D 103 x W 280 x H 83 cm. SH: 42 cm. Materials: Wood, foam, and upholstery. Finish: Cotton Velvet upholstery and wild silk. Available in all M...

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Ball Foot Sculptural Chair, Baby Blue, Post-Modern Design, Panorammma, Mexico
Ball Foot Sculptural Chair, Baby Blue, Post-Modern Design, Panorammma, Mexico

Ball Foot Sculptural Chair, Baby Blue, Post-Modern Design, Panorammma, Mexico

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

The “Ball-Foot Chair” is upholstered with a baby blue leather. The chair’s comfortable and rounded seat is playfully in dialogue with its distinctive spherical extremities. Appearin...

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Sweet Fuchsia Queen Of Love Armchair by Moro, Pigatti
Sweet Fuchsia Queen Of Love Armchair by Moro, Pigatti

Sweet Fuchsia Queen Of Love Armchair by Moro, Pigatti

Located in Geneve, CH

Sweet Fuchsia Queen Of Love Armchair by Moro, Pigatti Dimensions: D 98 x W 103,5 x H 112,5 cm. SH: 38 cm. Materials: Polyethylene. Available in different color and finish options. T...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Other

Jell Armchair in Kvadrat Uniform Melange Fabric by Alter Ego Studio
Jell Armchair in Kvadrat Uniform Melange Fabric by Alter Ego Studio

Jell Armchair in Kvadrat Uniform Melange Fabric by Alter Ego Studio

Located in Castelo da Maia, PT

Jell Armchair in Kvadrat Uniform Melange Fabric by Alter Ego Studio Dimensions W 155 cm D 120 cm H 80 cm Product options: Upholstery: Available in all Alter Ego leathers and f...

Category

2010s Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Post-Modern Slatted High Back Dining Room Chairs by Pietro Costantini, 1980s
Post-Modern Slatted High Back Dining Room Chairs by Pietro Costantini, 1980s

Post-Modern Slatted High Back Dining Room Chairs by Pietro Costantini, 1980s

By Pietro Costantini

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant set of six Post-Modern slatted high back dining room chairs. Design by Pietro Costantini. Striking Italian design from the 1980s. The clear lacquered maple frame...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Maple

1970s Vintage Mid Century Modern Hand Lounge Chair, in White-- One Piece
1970s Vintage Mid Century Modern Hand Lounge Chair, in White-- One Piece

1970s Vintage Mid Century Modern Hand Lounge Chair, in White-- One Piece

By Pedro Friedeberg

Located in Madison, WI

Excellent Prop piece, or a Living Room, studio or office POP! This listing is for the White chair. We also have a Black chair, sold separately, pictured here. The RMIC hand chair made its first appearance around the year 1970. The spectacular chair is made of plastic and shaped like a giant hand with its palm turned upward, while the fingers serve as a backrest. Originally, the hand chair was designed in 1962 by Pedro Friedeberg, a then 24 years old surrealist artist. Friedeberg artistic sensibilities were decisively directed against everything conventional, and he was inspired by the Dadaistic practice of producing anti-art for art's sake. This White Hand Chair features the cup holder. Dimensions 27ʺW × 21ʺD × 34ʺH Seat Interior Width: 21" Seat Interior Depth: 21" Seat Height: 18" Arm Height: 20" Shipping: We ship insured and to your door, using blanket...

Category

1970s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Plastic

Concrete Chair by Stone By Hand
Concrete Chair by Stone By Hand

Concrete Chair by Stone By Hand

Located in Geneve, CH

Concrete Chair by Stone By Hand Dimensions: W 36 x D 41 x H 71 cm. Materials: Concrete, Sanded, sealed, waxed. Available colors: Grey Bone, Slate, Coral, Pistachio, Mustard, Lapis. W...

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Concrete

Lamb Chair by Vladimir Naumov
Lamb Chair by Vladimir Naumov

Lamb Chair by Vladimir Naumov

Located in Geneve, CH

Lamb Chair by Vladimir Naumov Dimensions: D 116 x W 119 x H 84 cm Materials: Faux Lamb Fur, Wood Customizable Size. Please contact us. Vladimir Naumov is a professional architect, ...

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Faux Fur, Wood

Philippe Starck 'Costes Alluminio' chair for Driade - Italy, 1988
Philippe Starck 'Costes Alluminio' chair for Driade - Italy, 1988

Philippe Starck 'Costes Alluminio' chair for Driade - Italy, 1988

By Philippe Starck, Driade

Located in London, GB

“It does not try to be too demonstrative, it has a certain form of discretion, it is a real success of contemporary furniture,” said Philippe Starck of his postmodern chair for Café ...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of 1980's Designer Sofas by Baker Furniture
Pair of 1980's Designer Sofas by Baker Furniture

Pair of 1980's Designer Sofas by Baker Furniture

$14,400Sale Price / item|20% Off

Pair of 1980's Designer Sofas by Baker Furniture

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Las Vegas, NV

TWO AVAILABLE Absolutely stunning Pagoda style sofas by Baker Furniture Company. If you are looking for a gorgeous pair of installation ready sofas, look no further. This truly d...

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Kwok Hoi Chan for Steiner Dining Chair in Red Leather
Kwok Hoi Chan for Steiner Dining Chair in Red Leather

Kwok Hoi Chan for Steiner Dining Chair in Red Leather

By Gilbert Steiner, Kwok Hoi Chan

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Kwok Hoi Chan for Steiner, dining chair, leather, lacquered steel, France, circa 1970 A postmodern design by Chinese designer Kwok Hoi Chan known for his works that are immediately ...

Category

1970s French Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Robert Venturi Post-Modern 'Chippendale' Chairs for Knoll International, c. 1985
Robert Venturi Post-Modern 'Chippendale' Chairs for Knoll International, c. 1985

Robert Venturi Post-Modern 'Chippendale' Chairs for Knoll International, c. 1985

This rare and sought after set of collectors chairs is called the 'Chippendale' chair by Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown for Knoll International, circa 1985 featuring a black c...

Category

1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Laminate, Plywood

1970s Post-Modern Chrome and Glass Dining Set by Daystrom, 5 Pieces
1970s Post-Modern Chrome and Glass Dining Set by Daystrom, 5 Pieces

1970s Post-Modern Chrome and Glass Dining Set by Daystrom, 5 Pieces

Exuding bold elegance and unapologetic mid-century charm, this four-piece dining ensemble encapsulates 1970s modernist glamour. A quartet of sculptural Daystrom “scoop” chairs—sinuou...

Category

1970s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence
Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence

Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence

Located in Geneve, CH

Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence Dimensions: D 80 x W 220 x H 78 cm. Materials: Velvet fabric SFY and polished brass. Also available in brushed brass and client's fabric with polished brass details. Please contact us. Inspired in Valentine's day and in the power of love for creation we present you a curvilinear sofa...

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair Milo Bauhgman Style Postmodern Lounge Chairs in Chrome & Mint Green Velvet
Pair Milo Bauhgman Style Postmodern Lounge Chairs in Chrome & Mint Green Velvet

Pair Milo Bauhgman Style Postmodern Lounge Chairs in Chrome & Mint Green Velvet

By Milo Baughman, Carsons

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed after the success of Milo Baughman's use of square tubular chrome framed chairs, this pair of chairs was made by Carsons in High Point, NC. Coincidentally, a lot of Baughman...

Category

1970s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Large Pouf! Leather Stool by Nestor Perkal
Large Pouf! Leather Stool by Nestor Perkal

Large Pouf! Leather Stool by Nestor Perkal

By Nestor Perkal

Located in Geneve, CH

Large Pouf! leather stool by Nestor Perkal Dimensiones: W 101 x D 85 x H 35 cm Materials: leather, poplar plywood, suede. Available in other colors and in 3 sizes. The POUF! collection is made up of three seats made of leather and suede. They look like diamonds, minerals or the footprints of an animal in the soil. They are suitable for home furnishing, in the office or in a public place. Genuine italian vegetable...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Suede, Poplar, Plywood

Modernist Lounge Chairs, Yellow Leather, 1970s, Set of 2
Modernist Lounge Chairs, Yellow Leather, 1970s, Set of 2

Modernist Lounge Chairs, Yellow Leather, 1970s, Set of 2

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Modernist lounge chairs in tubular chromed steel, yellow leather, Italy, 1970s, set of 2 With their sleek cantilever structure and soft round forms, these modernist lounge chairs encapsulate the radical spirit of 1970s Italian design. The chromed tubular steel frame defines a low-slung silhouette that balances structural clarity with sculptural presence. A continuous loop forms the base and supports both seat and backrest, showcasing an expressive mastery of bent metal—a material language that traces its roots back to the revolutionary designs of Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand in the 1930s, such as the iconic LC7 chair for Cassina. The round backrests and wide seats are upholstered in yellow leather, introducing a bold chromatic accent and a sensual tactile quality to the otherwise minimal composition. The contrast between the industrial frame and the saturated upholstery echoes the experimental ethos of postmodern design—reminiscent of the formal investigations by Giandomenico Belotti or Cini Boeri, whose work often blended technical precision with emotional softness. Though the author of these chairs remains unidentified, their design reflects the avant-garde energy of the Italian furniture scene in the late 20th century—a moment defined by material experimentation and structural boldness. Comparable in spirit to Belotti’s “Spaghetti” chair...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Link-Terra Wicker, Fabric And Powder-Coated Aluminum Dining Chair by SNOC
Link-Terra Wicker, Fabric And Powder-Coated Aluminum Dining Chair by SNOC

Link-Terra Wicker, Fabric And Powder-Coated Aluminum Dining Chair by SNOC

Located in Geneve, CH

Link-Terra Wicker, Fabric And Powder-Coated Aluminum Dining Chair by SNOC Dimensions: D 59 x W 63 x H 69 cm. Materials: Aluminium, wicker, and Luminesce fabric. Link-Terra When des...

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2010s Turkish Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Black Leather Alma Chair by Roberto Barbieri for B&B Italia
Black Leather Alma Chair by Roberto Barbieri for B&B Italia

Black Leather Alma Chair by Roberto Barbieri for B&B Italia

By B&B Italia, Barbieri e Marianelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Similar to his classic Lia chair for Zanotta, Roberto Barbieri’s late 1990s-early 2000s design for the Alma chair is perfect in its simplicity: polished aluminum metal frame, black l...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

1990s Salotti Post Modern Top Grain Two Toned Beige Leather Sofa
1990s Salotti Post Modern Top Grain Two Toned Beige Leather Sofa

1990s Salotti Post Modern Top Grain Two Toned Beige Leather Sofa

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite two toned beige leather sofa. The ultra rare three seaters sofa exudes an air of luxury and refinemen...

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ettore Sottsass Eastside Knoll 80s Memphis Sofa Black, Blue + Red (2 Avail)
Ettore Sottsass Eastside Knoll 80s Memphis Sofa Black, Blue + Red (2 Avail)

Ettore Sottsass Eastside Knoll 80s Memphis Sofa Black, Blue + Red (2 Avail)

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

Located in Basel, BS

Here for sale is one breathtaking Eastside Club Sofa loveseat two seater designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, a quintessential piece of 1980s postmodern design from the founder of ...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Post Modern Chrome & Abstract Upholstered High Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Post Modern Chrome & Abstract Upholstered High Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Post Modern Chrome & Abstract Upholstered High Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Milo Baughman

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Make a bold Post Modern statement with this striking set of six circa 1980s chrome dining chairs. Featuring sleek high-back silhouettes, polished chrome frames, and their original ab...

Category

1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy
Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy

Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Italian architect Ettore Sottsass, this set of chairs was manufactured by Knoll, resulting in extraordinary quality. Featuring a sculptural ribbon style main body, they r...

Category

1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Amanta Modular Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
Amanta Modular Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

Amanta Modular Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1976. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Previously reupholstered in beige leather. Rare and hard to find.

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Glass chair in the Manner of Louis Dierra
Glass chair in the Manner of Louis Dierra

Glass chair in the Manner of Louis Dierra

By Louis Dierra

Located in London, GB

This striking curved glass chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Louis Dierra for the Glass Centre Pavilion at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York, represents a masterful blend of a...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Glass, PVC

Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” Sofas for Gavina, Turquoise Velvet, 1973, Set of 2
Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” Sofas for Gavina, Turquoise Velvet, 1973, Set of 2

Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” Sofas for Gavina, Turquoise Velvet, 1973, Set of 2

By Carlo Scarpa, Gavina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” sofas for Gavina, wood and turquoise velvet, 1973, set of two. The Cornaro sofa represents a sublime exemplification of the harmony between Japanese minimalis...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

1980s Cloud Sofa, attributed to Weiman
1980s Cloud Sofa, attributed to Weiman

1980s Cloud Sofa, attributed to Weiman

By Weiman

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a stunning curvaceous sofa, circa 1980s, attributed to the Weiman company (though label no longer present). We offer this gorgeous sofa in the original fabric but could be...

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Armchairs 'Tlinkit' by Gae Aulenti for Tecno, Italy, 1990s
Armchairs 'Tlinkit' by Gae Aulenti for Tecno, Italy, 1990s

Armchairs 'Tlinkit' by Gae Aulenti for Tecno, Italy, 1990s

By Gae Aulenti, Tecno

Located in Antwerp, BE

'Tlinkit' armchairs, Gae Aulenti's iconic design manufactured by Tecno. Made in the 1990s in Varedo, Italy, these armchairs have a sophisticated aesthetic with a sleek, black rattan structure elegantly covered in Indian wicker...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Chair D
Chair D

Chair D

$780 / item

Chair D

By Chuch Estudio

Located in Mérida, MX

The handwoven technique of the 'Petatillo' in Yucatan has been practiced for more than 50 years. Usually, it is woven with natural cane. This is one hundred percent artisan work, whi...

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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Nylon, Wood

Postmodern Leather BOBO Easy Chair by Dietmar Sharping
Postmodern Leather BOBO Easy Chair by Dietmar Sharping

Postmodern Leather BOBO Easy Chair by Dietmar Sharping

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Postmodern black leather Bobo easy chair. Bobo was designed by German architect Dietmar Scharping in the early 1990s to fill the need for sculptural seating program that would look ...

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1990s American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

1980s Postmodern Chairs by Samo, Ettore Sottsass Style, Black Enameled Metal
1980s Postmodern Chairs by Samo, Ettore Sottsass Style, Black Enameled Metal

1980s Postmodern Chairs by Samo, Ettore Sottsass Style, Black Enameled Metal

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chair by French manufacturer Samo captures the bold spirit of 1980s Postmodern design. The striking U-shaped curved back formed from black enameled metal tubing creates a sculptural ...

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1980s French Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Model 9000 Modular Sectional Sofa by Tito Agnoli for Arflex
Model 9000 Modular Sectional Sofa by Tito Agnoli for Arflex

Model 9000 Modular Sectional Sofa by Tito Agnoli for Arflex

By Tito Agnoli, Arflex

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. Italy. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Original wool upholstery Armless sections: 26L 32W 24.5H 13.5SH Corner section: 32L 32W 2...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Wool

Post-modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Post-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, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Post-Modern seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Pepe Albargues, Cassina, Royal Stranger, and Philippe Starck. 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 $110 and tops out at $243,184 while the average work can sell for $3,662.