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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 Mendinia 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
Paolo Gucci White Leather Curved Sofa & Table Set, Formitalia 1991
Paolo Gucci White Leather Curved Sofa & Table Set, Formitalia 1991

Paolo Gucci White Leather Curved Sofa & Table Set, Formitalia 1991

By Paolo Gucci, Formitalia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sculptural curved sofa and matching side table showcase Paolo Gucci's sophisticated approach to luxury furniture design. Created for Formitalia's inaugural Boutique collection in 199...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Postmodern French Sofa in Stainless Steel and Burgundy Velvet Upholstery
Postmodern French Sofa in Stainless Steel and Burgundy Velvet Upholstery

Postmodern French Sofa in Stainless Steel and Burgundy Velvet Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, stainless steel, velvet, France, late 1960s This sofa grabs attention with its modern substantial design, combining a sturdy stainless steel frame with decorative velvet cushi...

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1960s French Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Post Modern Perforated Steel and Chrome Arm Chair c. 1980's
Post Modern Perforated Steel and Chrome Arm Chair c. 1980's

Post Modern Perforated Steel and Chrome Arm Chair c. 1980's

By Shiro Kuramata

Located in New York, NY

Chic perforated steel and chrome arm chair, in excellent original, clean and ready to use condition. The chair features a perforated steel seat, back and arms, which are supported by...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Post Modern Black Leather UNO chairs with chrome tube frame Archizoom
Post Modern Black Leather UNO chairs with chrome tube frame Archizoom

Post Modern Black Leather UNO chairs with chrome tube frame Archizoom

By Archizoom Associati

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Black leather and tubular cantilever chrome "Uno" chair made by Marcatre and designed in 1973 by Paolo Deganella and Gilberto Corretti members of the Italian "Archizoom" group in Flo...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

1980's Giandomenico Belotti Black Leather Dining Chairs, A Pair - Made in Italy
1980's Giandomenico Belotti Black Leather Dining Chairs, A Pair - Made in Italy

1980's Giandomenico Belotti Black Leather Dining Chairs, A Pair - Made in Italy

By Giandomenico Belotti

Located in San Carlos, CA

For Sale: Stunning Pair of Giandomenico Belotti Black Leather Dining Chairs Elevate your space with these gorgeous, high-end designer dining chairs crafted by the renowned Italian m...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980
Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980

By Charles Pfister, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chair, 1980. Original black leather. We have 20 of these chairs available.

Category

1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Mexican White Onyx Marble, Panorammma, Mexico
Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Mexican White Onyx Marble, Panorammma, Mexico

Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Mexican White Onyx Marble, Panorammma, Mexico

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

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

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Onyx

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni Set of Twelve 'Monk' Dining Chairs
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni Set of Twelve 'Monk' Dining Chairs

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni Set of Twelve 'Monk' Dining Chairs

By Tobia Scarpa

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of twelve 'Monk' dining chairs, walnut, leather, Italy, 1974. Set of ‘Monk’ chairs by renowned Italian designers Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Th...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa
Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa

Postmodern Leather Sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti Italian 2 Seat Sofa

Located in Rochester, NY

Iconic postmodern rich red leather 2 person sofa. Likely a Natuzzi version of the Nicoletti Salotti Italian leather sofa and chair line. A statement piece in your living room or anyw...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Vintage Bernhardt 4 Piece Sectional, for Custom Reupholstery
Vintage Bernhardt 4 Piece Sectional, for Custom Reupholstery

Vintage Bernhardt 4 Piece Sectional, for Custom Reupholstery

By Bernhardt

Located in Denver, CO

1980s sectional by Bernhardt. Custom reupholstery labor of sectional included in the price (labor and materials, except for fabric). COM or MENO can advise and order fabrics. Fabric...

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1980s Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Bouloum Human Form Ergonomic Lounge Chair by Arcanas (Canada) Postmodern Chaise
Bouloum Human Form Ergonomic Lounge Chair by Arcanas (Canada) Postmodern Chaise

Bouloum Human Form Ergonomic Lounge Chair by Arcanas (Canada) Postmodern Chaise

By Arconas, Olivier Mourgue, Airborne International

Located in Round Top, TX

The eye-catching “Bouloum” chair was designed by Olivier Mourgue and manufactured by Arconas in Canada in the 1970s. This unique, pop-art style chair in the shape of a person is full...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Textile

M.O.R. sofa designed by Javier Mariscal and Pepe Cortés for Akaba in 1986.
M.O.R. sofa designed by Javier Mariscal and Pepe Cortés for Akaba in 1986.

M.O.R. sofa designed by Javier Mariscal and Pepe Cortés for Akaba in 1986.

Located in Madrid, ES

Also known as the M.O.R. Sillón or “Morsillón,” this sculptural sofa is an outstanding example of the playful and experimental spirit that defined Spanish Postmodern design during th...

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1980s Spanish Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery
Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery

Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, fabric, Europe, 1970s/80s A robust and substantial sofa, exuding a playful charm through its distinct geometric form. The sofa's three back cushions seamlessly integrate into...

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1970s European Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Matteo Grassi Bar Stools in Dark Grey Leather
Matteo Grassi Bar Stools in Dark Grey Leather

Matteo Grassi Bar Stools in Dark Grey Leather

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Matteograssi, bar stools, leather, metal, Italy, 1970s Postmodern set of stools in dark grey leather, designed by Matteo Grassi. The stools are completely covered in leather, which ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Italian Solid Wood Fabric "Artona" Sofas
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Italian Solid Wood Fabric "Artona" Sofas

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Italian Solid Wood Fabric "Artona" Sofas

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Set of two Italian midcentury modern design three-seater sofa and two-seater sofa from the “Artona” series designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in the 1970s with solid woo...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Robert Venturi Sheraton chair for Knoll Postmodern 80s
Robert Venturi Sheraton chair for Knoll Postmodern 80s

Robert Venturi Sheraton chair for Knoll Postmodern 80s

By Knoll, Robert Venturi

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Robert Venturi chair for knoll Model: Sheraton Silkscreen printed pattern on black plywood. Rare model in famous Venturi's chairs in Knoll collection.  

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Plywood

Late 1970s Dick Spierenburg Model SDC Armchair, Black Leather, Chrome & Enameled
Late 1970s Dick Spierenburg Model SDC Armchair, Black Leather, Chrome & Enameled

Late 1970s Dick Spierenburg Model SDC Armchair, Black Leather, Chrome & Enameled

By Dick Spierenburg, Castelijn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by Dutch designer Dick Spierenburg for Castelijn in the late 1970s, the Model SDC armchair stands out for its boldly architectural, raked frame. Flat black enameled steel me...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Enamel, Steel, Chrome

Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa
Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa

Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa

By Milo Baughman

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Monumental serpentine snake sectional sofa in the style of Vladimir Kagan and Milo Baughman. This unique modular curved sofa consists of three interlocking sections reupholstered in ...

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1990s Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Ultrasuede, Wood

1980s Knoll Jorge Pensi Amat Toledo Chair Spain Postmodern
1980s Knoll Jorge Pensi Amat Toledo Chair Spain Postmodern

1980s Knoll Jorge Pensi Amat Toledo Chair Spain Postmodern

By Amat-3, Jorge Pensi

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Toledo chair stackable designed by Jorge Pensi for Amat 3 Spain for Knoll Organic and streamlined shape lightweight cast aluminum. Unmarked. Dye cast alum...

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1980s Spanish Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

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...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Glass, PVC

1981 'Ulisse' Orange Folding Cane Chairs by Ivan Loss for Sandrigarden
1981 'Ulisse' Orange Folding Cane Chairs by Ivan Loss for Sandrigarden

1981 'Ulisse' Orange Folding Cane Chairs by Ivan Loss for Sandrigarden

By Ivan Loss

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ulisse' folding cane chairs in deep orange enameled metal with beige plastic seats, designed by Ivan Loss for Sandrigarden Vicenza in 1981. The concept is straightforward and ingenio...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Enamel

1981 'Ulisse' Red Enameled Folding Cane Chair by Ivan Loss for Sandrigarden
1981 'Ulisse' Red Enameled Folding Cane Chair by Ivan Loss for Sandrigarden

1981 'Ulisse' Red Enameled Folding Cane Chair by Ivan Loss for Sandrigarden

By Ivan Loss

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Ulisse is a 1981 Italian Post-Modern folding chair designed by Ivan Loss for Sandrigarden Vicenza. Red enameled metal tubing forms a functional walking cane with a curved hook ha...

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1890s Italian Antique Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Italian Post Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair
Italian Post Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair

Italian Post Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair

Located in Las Vegas, NV

If you've been looking for an incredible, sculptural lounge chair that will be the center of attention, look no further. This chair is big on style and size, a truly gorgeous piece, ...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Polyester

Mid-Century Italian Post Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounge in Art Deco Form
Mid-Century Italian Post Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounge in Art Deco Form

Mid-Century Italian Post Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounge in Art Deco Form

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An incredibly designed chaise lounge from Italy circa 1990's. It features quality construction with a stacked art deco form.

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century
A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century

A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century

Located in View Park, CA

A vintage biomorphic curvy sofa, late 20th century. Upholstered in an off-white shearling bouclé, this piece represents the avant-garde of the postmodern design era, of which Russian...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 1970s Postmodern Chrome Cantilever Armchairs
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 1970s Postmodern Chrome Cantilever Armchairs

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 1970s Postmodern Chrome Cantilever Armchairs

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Milo Baughman for ...

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1970s North American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Post Modern 6 Piece Modular Sofa
Post Modern 6 Piece Modular Sofa

Post Modern 6 Piece Modular Sofa

By Rolf Benz

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Great 6 piece Post Modern modular sectional sofa attributed to Rolf Benz. A gorgeous sofa that will make a massive statement. Sofa is being sold as found, reupholstery is needed b...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Giancarlo Vegni & Gianfranco Gualtierotti P40 Chairs for Fasem - Set of Three
Giancarlo Vegni & Gianfranco Gualtierotti P40 Chairs for Fasem - Set of Three

Giancarlo Vegni & Gianfranco Gualtierotti P40 Chairs for Fasem - Set of Three

Set of three P40 post modern dining arm chairs with black rubber seats and back on a black lacquered steel frame designed by Giancarlo Vegni & Gianfranco Gualtierotti for Fasem.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Mexican Honey Onyx Marble Conglomerate
Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Mexican Honey Onyx Marble Conglomerate

Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Mexican Honey Onyx Marble Conglomerate

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Cult stool/ side table; a hand sculpted stone from a Mexican marble and Mexican onyx conglomerate, remits to primal sculptural-architectural language while displaying materials in a ...

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli
Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli

Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli

By Busnelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful soft Beige Leather 3 seat Sofa by Busnelli. Rare time capsule sofa in amazing condition. Great post modern design. circa 1980. Made in Italy. Located in Brooklyn NYC 28” H...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Seven Salotti Modular Sofa in Cognac Colored Leather
Seven Salotti Modular Sofa in Cognac Colored Leather

Seven Salotti Modular Sofa in Cognac Colored Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Seven Salotti modular sofa, plastic, leather, Italy, 1970s This modular sofa by Italian maker Seven Salotti dates from the 1970s and showcases the era’s relaxed and sculptural appro...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Pair of post modern Black leather Chrome Bar stools style of Mart Stam
Pair of post modern Black leather Chrome Bar stools style of Mart Stam

Pair of post modern Black leather Chrome Bar stools style of Mart Stam

By Mart Stam

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of post modern Black leather and Chrome bar or Counter stools in the style of Mart Stam. Black leather seat and back with a chrome tube frame with footrest. Made in Italy circa ...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Maria Pergay Swivel Chairs in Stainless Steel and Cognac Leather
Maria Pergay Swivel Chairs in Stainless Steel and Cognac Leather

Maria Pergay Swivel Chairs in Stainless Steel and Cognac Leather

By Maria Pergay

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Attributed to Maria Pergay, swivel chairs, stainless steel, reupholstered leather, France, 1970s These chairs are a prime example of the 1970s French design movement, which combine...

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1970s French Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

1980s Post-Modern Upholstered Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman
1980s Post-Modern Upholstered Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman

1980s Post-Modern Upholstered Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Redding, CT

1980s Post-Modern Upholstered Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman. Colorful pair with busy abstract pastel patterns. These chairs would be a fabulous focal piece for any room. Solid cons...

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Curule Iron Bench
Curule Iron Bench

Curule Iron Bench

$1,480 / item

Curule Iron Bench

Located in Houston, TX

Iron curule stool with boxed linen seat cushion. Also available C.O.M.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Iron

Anfibio Sofa Collezioni Allessandro Becchi Leder Neubezug cognac
Anfibio Sofa Collezioni Allessandro Becchi Leder Neubezug cognac

Anfibio Sofa Collezioni Allessandro Becchi Leder Neubezug cognac

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes und äußerst seltenes Design Sofa vom italienischen Premiumhersteller Collezioni aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der klappbare Dreisitzer wurde von ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Pr. Italian  Brown Leather and Black Metal  Postmodern Arm Chairs by Cidue 1970s
Pr. Italian  Brown Leather and Black Metal  Postmodern Arm Chairs by Cidue 1970s

Pr. Italian Brown Leather and Black Metal Postmodern Arm Chairs by Cidue 1970s

By Cidue

Located in New York, NY

Chic pair of architecturally designed post modern arm chairs made in Italy by Cidue, circa 1970's. The chairs feature high quality brown leather seat and back rests, and enameled bl...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Mah Jong Modular 3-Piece Sofa Suite by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
Mah Jong Modular 3-Piece Sofa Suite by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois

Mah Jong Modular 3-Piece Sofa Suite by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois

By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois

Located in Basel, BS

An iconic three-piece Mah Jong lounge suite, by Roche Bobois, groundbreaking modular seating concept designed by Hans Hopfer in 1971. This set embraces the "ground-level living" revolution of the Space Age era, discarding traditional constraints to offer complete freedom of form, comfort, and interactive layout. **Special edition Seat backs feature adjustable back rests that can adjust the position into 4 different adjusted levels. The Mah Jong sofa is manufactured in a dedicated, specialized workshop located in Italy. Each modular element is entirely hand-made and hand-stitched, functioning much like an haute couture fashion studio Design & Configuration The set is balanced across three primary, highly adaptable elements: • One Black Seat Element complete with an integrated, adjustable low-profile backrest. • One Red Seat Element featuring a matching structural backrest for supportive, laid-back comfort. • One Orange Ottoman...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Foam

French Post-Modern Sectional Sofa in Purple Upholstery 1970s
French Post-Modern Sectional Sofa in Purple Upholstery 1970s

French Post-Modern Sectional Sofa in Purple Upholstery 1970s

By Ligne Roset, Bernard Govin

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ligne Roset, sectional sofa, fabric, foam, France, 1970s This organically shaped sofa is executed in a fresh purple fabric with subtle white flower motive. This sofa has an angular ...

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1970s French Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Carsons 5 Piece Post Modern Modular Sectional Sofa
Carsons 5 Piece Post Modern Modular Sectional Sofa

Carsons 5 Piece Post Modern Modular Sectional Sofa

By Carsons

Located in Lutz, FL

Being offered AS-IS for reupholstery. 5 piece Carsons of High Point post modern modular sectional in white wave upholstery. Frames are solid and in great condition, upholster to your...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Chainmail Camping Stool, Hand-Linked Mesh, Nickel-Plated Steel, Panorammma
Chainmail Camping Stool, Hand-Linked Mesh, Nickel-Plated Steel, Panorammma

Chainmail Camping Stool, Hand-Linked Mesh, Nickel-Plated Steel, Panorammma

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

This foldable camping stool exemplifies the fusion of utility and artistry within collectible design. Its unique seat, crafted from intricately woven chainmail, brings an unexpected ...

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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Michael Wolk Miami Swivel Lounge Chairs for Directional in Ivory Boucle, a Pair
Michael Wolk Miami Swivel Lounge Chairs for Directional in Ivory Boucle, a Pair

Michael Wolk Miami Swivel Lounge Chairs for Directional in Ivory Boucle, a Pair

By Michael Wolk

Located in Culver City, CA

A sculptural pair of Michael Wolk “Miami” swivel lounge chairs, freshly reupholstered in a dreamy ivory bouclé that somehow manages to feel both cloud-soft and architecturally seriou...

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1990s American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Bouclé

Arcadia dining chairs by Paolo Piva for B& B Italia set of 10
Arcadia dining chairs by Paolo Piva for B& B Italia set of 10

Arcadia dining chairs by Paolo Piva for B& B Italia set of 10

By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Set of 10 Arcadia dining chairs designed by Paolo Piva for B& B italia's Arcadia series. Upholstered in dark green leather. They are very comfortable. The set consists of 8 r...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

1 x Hourglass Rope Dining Chair Tom Dixon Style Metal Frame UK, 1980s Postmodern
1 x Hourglass Rope Dining Chair Tom Dixon Style Metal Frame UK, 1980s Postmodern

1 x Hourglass Rope Dining Chair Tom Dixon Style Metal Frame UK, 1980s Postmodern

By Tom Dixon

Located in London, GB

An amazing hourglass rope chair designed after the famous 'S' chair of Tom Dixon. The chair is weaved with rushed rope weaved around a metal frame. It holds a playful and beautiful...

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1980s British Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Iron

Postmodern Sectional Sofa Bench by Steelcase
Postmodern Sectional Sofa Bench by Steelcase

Postmodern Sectional Sofa Bench by Steelcase

By Steelcase

Located in New York, NY

Phenomenal sectional sofa, bench, or single chair set made by Steelcase, circa 2002. The pieces have tubular chrome feet, which support a thick and heavy board, to which a thick upho...

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Early 2000s American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Beige Suede
Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Beige Suede

Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Beige Suede

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Percival Lafer, lounge chair, model ‘MP-87’, leather, chrome-plated steel, rope, Brazil, 1971 The MP-87 lounge piece is conceived by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer in the 1970s....

Category

1970s Brazilian Vintage Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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.