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Modern Armchairs

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
2018 Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass DAW Dining Chair in Tan Fabric w/ Walnut Leg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are DAW Armchairs, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948. These examples hail from 2018. The listed price includes one chair, and we have several chairs available...
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2010s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Gallotti Radice Thea Queen Armchair by Pinuccio Borgonovo
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Gallotti & Radice Thea Queen Armchair, a stunning piece designed by Pinuccio Borgonovo. This armchair exudes elegance and sophistication with its sleek, curved lines ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Contemporary Bold Blue Velvet Armchair Quimera
Located in Almería, ES
The Quimera Armchair is a dream made tangible. More than a seat, it is a vision—an invitation to step into the surreal. With its deep cushioned seat and enveloping, rounded backrest,...
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2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Molteni C Doda Armchair
Located in Basildon, London
The Molteni & C Doda Armchair is a blend of comfort and modern design. Molteni & C, a leader in luxury furniture, offers this stylish armchair with a contemporary look and premium ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Molteni 
C Doda Armchair
Molteni 
C Doda Armchair
$790 Sale Price
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Mirage armchair for SWAN Italia, 1967
Located in Vicenza, VI
The Swan Italia company has established itself as one of the benchmarks in the upholstered furniture manufacturing industry. Swan Italia is synonymous with quality upholstery, but it...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Giorgetti Alina Chair by Antonello Mosca
Located in Boston, MA
This small armchair, with its removable cover, has all the characteristics of the meticulous manufacturing tradition. This is a floor sample model. Fabric: ELOM 12829/01 NOTTE Base...
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2010s Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Wenge

DS-262 Armchair by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-262 armchair by De Sede Dimensions: D 54 x W 80 x H 103 cm Materials: steel, leather Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size. Unimagined flexibility,...
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2010s Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1 SOHO Task Chair by Roberto Lucci Paolo Orlandini for Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 SOHO Task chair by Roberto Lucci & Paolo Orlandini for Knoll Ergonomical design from 1994, this award winning chair features a wide seat that slid...
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Early 2000s North American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Nube Italia Rest Armchair in Red or Dark Brown Velvet by Carlo Colombo
Located in New York, NY
Metal base painted and finished under high heat in col. Opaque black nichel. Multi-layered curved wood frame covered in polyurethane foam with a differentiated density and shape reta...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Armchair Glass by Anacleto Spazzapan Series Minimalists
Located in Milano, IT
Armchair designed and made by Anacleto Spazzapan by welding an iron rod subsequently enameled black that is completed with a removable seat of woven fabric, also black. Chair that be...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Norway modern black leather and wood armchair by Westnofa, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Norway modern black leather and wood armchair by Westnofa, 1980s Armchair with round base in black painted wood. The armchair has back and seat, padded and covered on the front in bl...
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1980s Norwegian Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Jacob Armchair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Jacob armchair by Collector Materials: Fabric. Dimensions: W 110 x D 90 x H 75 cm x SH 42 cm This fun and sophisticated armchair, it’...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Indoor Matilda Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor Matilda easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Rattan. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: 100cm x 110cm x H 63cm. The same principle of...
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2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

2023 Ron Arad for Moroso Little Albert Laquered White Lounge Arm Chair, RAL9003
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is the Little Albert armchair, originally designed by Ron Arad in 2000. This particular example was produced by Moroso in Italy circa 2023. The chair is entirely made up of rota...
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2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Postmodern Vintage Swivel Plastic Armchair Black Silver Philippe Starck, 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
Postmodern vintage swivel armchair or desk chair from plastic, aluminum and steel in black and silver by Philippe Starck 1980s. The curved armrests flow into the seat and you can fi...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pair of Gae Aulenti 54L Armchairs for Knoll International in Beige Leather
Located in Zagreb, HR
Exceptionally rare and collectible, armchairs, model ’54L’ designed by Gae Aulenti for Knoll International. Late 1970s production in beige leather and white metal. Iconic design of ...
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1970s European Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Collectable design Armchair Mohs by Bogaerts in Kvadrat Coda fabric
Located in Best, NL
Mohs is a chair design deeply rooted in the principles of Modernism: clean lines, honest materials, and a construction that reveals itself rather than hides. Reduced to its essential...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Plywood

Collectable design Armchair Mohs by Bogaerts in Kvadrat fabric
Located in Best, NL
Mohs is a chair design deeply rooted in the principles of Modernism: clean lines, honest materials, and a construction that reveals itself rather than hides. Reduced to its essential...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Plywood

Set of 4, Secreto Little Armchair, Natural Beech by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4, Secreto little armchair - natural beech by Colé Italia with Lorenz Kaz Dimensions: H 76, D 52, W 57, cm Materials: Solid beech wood natural or lacquered finishing Also...
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2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Roda Teka 172 Indoor/Outdoor Stacking Armchair Designed by Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Boston, MA
Roda teka 172 stacking armchair Overview: The Teka collection, signed by Gordon Guillaumier, shows all the ability of Roda to innovate and harmoniously com...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Italian Modern White Leather Curved Armchair by Augusto Betti for Habitat Faenza
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern white leather curved armchair by Augusto Betti for Habitat Faenza, 1970s. Very special and rare Noodle model armchair with curved shell in polyurethane foam, upholste...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

21st Century Carrés Beige Fabric Armchair Indoor Outdoor Metal
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beige armchair "Carrés Beige "Carrés" armchair. Very comfortable and original, it can decorate your garden or terrace. Available in a range of fabric and frame colours. This armchair...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Munu armchair in Blend Beige fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
Discover MUNU, an exquisite reinterpretation of the legendary Chesterfield, meticulously designed for connoisseurs of timeless elegance and refined taste. This armchair transcends or...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Gold Plate

1965 Augusto Savini Design 1 Pamplona Chair, Pozzi Italy
Located in Biella, IT
Augusto Savini design one Pamplona chair Pozzi Italy 1965 rare optic textile orange Very rare original optic textile orange version, good vintage condit...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1987 Bert England for Stow Davis England Dining Chair with Brown Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an 'England Chair', designed by Bert England for Stow-Davis Furniture of Grand Rapids, MI. in the late 1970s. These chairs date to 1987 and the listed price includes one ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Visionnaire Sontag Armchair in Wood and Padded Seat by Samuele Mazza
Located in Bologna, IT
Diamond shaped structure in solid wood and plywood, seat with spring system with straps and padding in polyurethane, Memory Foam and acrylic fibre. Internal parts of the back in poly...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Wave-Shaped 21st Century Creme Fabric Armchair Indoor Outdoor
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Wave-shaped Cream armchair Cream-coloured Wave-shaped armchair with cylinder rollers on the back and seat. Very comfortable and original, it can decorate your garden or terrace. Avai...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Modern Yellow Armchair Outdoor or Indoor in Metal and Ropes, 21 century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Yellow Armchair Outdoor or Indoor in Metal and Ropes, 21 century Modern production armchair for outdoor or indoor use. The structure is m...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Leather Vera Armchair by Porada
Located in Boston, MA
Porada Vera armchair designed by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti. Armchair with frame in solid Canaletto walnut with Cuoietto leather back and removable cover in the fabrics of the collecti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Indoor Noodle Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor noodle armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Rattan, nylon, steel. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: 59 cm x 61 cm x H 78cm Spontaneous an...
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2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

2012 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Dining Arm Chair Maple and Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Series 7 Dining Arm Chair, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. This particular example was produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark and dates to the year 2012. The cha...
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2010s Danish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

21st Century White Carrara Marble CUBIC-A Outdoor Armchair, Gallery stock
Located in Carrara, IT
Vigorous lines and enveloping shapes. The idea of essential luxury in an armchair bold in size, but with a minimalist and sleek design. A collection in which geometric rigor pairs to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Marble

1950s Set of Four Lewis Larsen for Lloyd Loom Tubular Steel Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Bent Tubular Steel Dining Chairs, designed by Lewis Larsen for the Lloyd Loom Company in ca. 1942. Lloyd Loom was operating under the ownership of the Haywood-W...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Italian modern light beige Soriana armchairs, Afra Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern light beige Soriana armchairs, Afra Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, 1970s Pair of armchairs, Soriana model, with padding contained by elements in chromed steel rod and covering...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Fauteuil "Joe "Mod P100
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair in polyurethane foam molded on a tubular metal frame and upholstered in natural leather. leather. Assembled to the structure using laces at the base. Two small castors make ...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

ItooRaba Lounge Chair by Sizar Alexis
Located in Geneve, CH
ItooRaba lounge chair by Sizar Alexis Dimensions: length 60cm, width 60cm, height 70cm, seat height: 37cm Comes in stained black, white and natural pine Signed pieces. A furni...
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2010s Swedish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Yellow Primitive Armchair, Designed by Studio Nucleo, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Primitive armchair, played on the asymmetry of primary volumes, is made with a padded structure and covered with a melange-colored cloth. “Primitive as primary geometric figur...
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2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Tangerine Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Microfiber, fiberglass reinforced polymer, and steel. Dimensions: 98 x 105 x H 87cm Inspired by a d...
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2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Gandia Blasco Stack Dining Armchair in Aluminum by Borja Garcia
Located in New York, NY
Stack is Gandiablasco’s most free-and-easy collection of outdoor furniture. Inspired by aesthetics from the world of sailing, it is refreshingly reminiscent of the retro elegance of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Handmade Margot Armchair in Plush Upholstery with Wooden Base by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Nolita Harbour Margot Armchair, a sophisticated blend of contemporary design and premium materials. This exquisitely crafted armchair features a plush seat upholstered in soft boucle...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut, Bouclé

Modern Green Outdoor or Indoor Armchair in Metal and Ropes, 21 century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Green Outdoor or Indoor Armchair in Metal and Ropes, 21 century Modern production armchair for outdoor or indoor use. The frame is made of metal and reinforced with ropes on t...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Ornamentum 1 6mm Lasered Aluminium Chair Orson Van Beek Quinten Mestdagh
Located in Antwerp, BE
‘Ornamentum 1’ chair made from 6mm lasered aluminium. Designed as part of a collaborative project between spatial designer Orson Van Beek and fashion designer Quinten Mestdagh, consi...
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2010s Belgian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Black and Brass Outdoor Cactus Chair by Marcantonio, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) In Stock in Los Angeles This black and brass indoor / outdoor armchair features a brass finish mid century...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Ginny Armchair by I.d. Ulivi Salotti
Located in Cascina, IT
Internal structure: Fir wood multi-ply . Cushions padding: Sitting and back cushion : Superficial padding with natural , sterilized goose feathers. Center with expanded polyuret...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Nutwood

2024 Pair of Mathieu Mategot for GUBI Tropique Dining Chairs with Fringes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Tropique Dining Chairs, originally designed by Mathieu Mategot for GUBI in 1951. These particular examples were produced in Denmark in 2024. Their frames are compri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Pink Terracotta Armchair Outdoor or Indoor in Metal and Ropes, 21 century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Pink Terracotta Armchair Outdoor or Indoor in Metal and Ropes, 21 century Modern production armchair for outdoor or indoor use. The frame is made of metal and reinforced with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

21st Century Carrés Olive Green Fabric Armchair, Indoor , Outdoor, Metal
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Olive colour armchair "Carrés Pink armchair "Carrés". Very comfortable and original, it can decorate your garden or terrace. Available in a range of fabric and frame colours. This ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Wicker Swing Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Leather Swing Chair by Egg Designs Dimensions: 100 L X 80 D X 110 H cm Materials: Polished Stainless Steel, Synthetic Wicker Founded by South...
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2010s South African Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Italian Design / Mid-Century Style Modern Lounge Chair by Andrea Branzi, 1993
Located in New York, NY
An iconic, visually stunning modern design armchair by Andrea Branzi in a matt anodized steel frame with a molded beech wood back support and arm structure in the form of reverse rib...
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1990s Italian Modern Armchairs

Rattan armchair with metal legs
Located in Paris, FR
The structure is made entirely of natural rattan, forming a large, rounded, openwork backrest, designed by a succession of curved strands converging towards a woven center. The deep,...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

WK Wohnen Solo Sessel Leder Schwarz Relax Liege Guter Zustand Hochwertig
By WK Wohnen
Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE
WK Wohnen Solo Relaxsessel – Schwarz, Guter Zustand Ergänzen Sie Ihr Zuhause mit dem eleganten WK Wohnen Solo Relaxsessel in zeitlosem Schwarz. Entworfen von Prof. Stefan Heiliger u...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Organic nature-inspired cream velvet brass Figueroa armchair by InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in the sunny California, the charming Figueroa Mountain is a magical landscape that led to the creation of the Figueroa armchair. The long curves of the mountain were taken to the armchair’s exterior and the mountainside ripples were placed on the inside. The top of the armchair features the great bow of the skyline and the yellow tone of the ground is replaced by the brass base. Both velvet and brass reunite in the soft curves that go all around this compact creation. Just like the mountain meets the land. Handcrafted by a very talented team of Portuguese furniture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Nido Fabric Lounge Chair by Estudio Persona
Located in Geneve, CH
Cognac Nido lounge chair by Estudio Persona Dimensions: W 76.2 x D 78.8 x H 76.2 cm Materials: Oak, upholstered seat Lounge chair made from a solid wood base with an upholstered...
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2010s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Outdoor Armchair with Bouclé Upholstery and Green Leather Accents
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound armchair The Hound armchair is a perfect combination of classic elegance and modern durability, designed to elevate any outdoor setting. Designed with high-quality materials, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Bergere Chair, circa 1960, Edition Votre Maison
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, oak bergere chair, circa 1960, Edition Votre Maison. wood in good condition, upholstery and fabric to be changed.
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1960s French Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of 20th Century Armchairs by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll International
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of 20th Century Knoll International oak framed armchairs designed by Vincent Cafiero. Circa 1950.
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20th Century Belgian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Armchair, AUGUSTE, by Reda Amalou, 2020, Oak
Located in Paris, FR
Auguste armchair, comfortable, elegant, cosy. Auguste sets down, impose himself and uses his seduction at his full capacity. The Auguste seat is not an invitation to sit down, it is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Oak

Pair of 20th Century Memphis Movement Armchairs by Kostea Covamaad
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An interesting pair of 20th Century French armchairs in a constructivist style as part of the 'Memphis Movement'. They are by 'Kostea Covamaad Paris', a Romanian furniture designer. ...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Italian modern Red armchair Toro by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Red armchair Toro by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1980s Armchair mod. Toro entirely padded and covered in dark red fabric, original from the time. The backrest,...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mango Armchair in Black Oak
Located in San Pedro Garza García, N.L.
A celebration of form and craftsmanship, the Mango Chair from the Atelier Collection, designed by Luis Morales for Unicuo, reimagines the language of tradi...
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2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Modern armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern armchairs 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 armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Finn Juhl, De Sede, Jaime Hayon, 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 armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $139 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $4,833.