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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Outdoor Armchair with Armrest by Cipriani
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor armchair with armrest, metal Feet. Fabric Cat. C More finishes available per request Dimensions: 106 x 96 x H 72 3.73" x 3.28...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Calice Armchair by Patrick Norguet
Located in Geneve, CH
Calice armchair four-leg base by Patrick Norguet Materials: Upholstery: Fabric or leather Structure: Black powder-coated metal or matte champagne an...
Category

2010s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Cassina Model Lazy Working Chair Blue Leather Armchair by Philippe Starck
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Philippe Starck designed this Model Lazy working armchair for Cassina Blue leather. Feet made of aluminium.  
Category

1990s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Ana Sculpted Chair by Sizar Alexis
Located in Geneve, CH
Ana sculpted chair by Sizar Alexis Limited Edition of 35 Dimensions: Length 62cm, width 50cm, height 72cm, seat height: 45cm Comes in black, white stained and natural pine plywood Signed and numbered pieces. Delivery time 4-6 weeks About Sizar Alexis Sizar Alexis is a Swedish-Iraqi product and furniture designer that experiments with objects that display serenity through geometrical shapes, while remaining robust in volume. His trademark style is built on creating objects bear a strong character, accomplished through the use of raw and imperfect surfaces in combination with a deep interest in Brutalism and the rich cultural and architectural heritage from ancient Mesopotamia...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Outdoor Gardenia Armchair with Cover by Jaime Hayon
Located in Geneve, CH
Outdoor gardenia armchair with cover by Jaime Hayon Dimensions: D 89 x W 70 x H 166 cm Materials: structure in cast aluminum and laminates in extruded aluminum. Powder coating in...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

The Cure Armchair by Richard Yasmine
Located in Geneve, CH
The Cure armchair by Richard Yasmine Materials: structure in powder coated Aluminum, Fabric Upholstery Dimensions: H.100 x W.62.5 x D.71.5 cm The word “cure” means restore, so f...
Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Lola, the Comfortable Padded Armchair with Covered Legs
Located in Milan, MI
The upholstered armchair is a classic and always up-to-date piece, which could not be missing from the Casa Casati catalogue. The Lola armchair, however, has been revisited in the pr...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ciottolo#1 by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Ciottolo#1 by Imperfettolab 2017 Dimensions: W 225 x D 98 x H 50 cm Materials: Fiberglass Varnished seat in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Set of Six Lucite Upholstered Armchairs Attributed to Lion in Frost
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of six Lucite newly upholstered armchairs unmarked but strongly attributed to Lion in Frost.
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lucite

Eclisse Easy Armchair by Andrea Bonini
Located in Geneve, CH
Eclisse Easy Armchair by Andrea Bonini Limited Edition Dimensions: D 21 x W 62 x H 70 cm. Materials: Bouclè fabric and copper. Made in Italy. Limited series, numbered and signed pie...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Copper

Visionnaire Mercury Anniversary Sofa
Located in Bologna, IT
Mercury, the armchair and sofa model designed by sculptor Rito Valla in 1961 for IPE, is returning with a limited edition by Visionnaire. Mercury was presented in the two sofa and ar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Nutwood, Fabric

Set of 3 Stools by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 stools by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez Dimensions: D 30 x W 30 x H 40 cm Material: Wood These stools are designed with the intention that the viewer will appreciate its...
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

1974 Pair of Nicos Zographos CH.33 Club Lounge Chairs in Cognac Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of CH.33 Tufted Leather Club Chairs, designed by Nicos Zographos for his company Nicos Zographos Designs Ltd. circa 1968. The listed price includes the pair of chairs ...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1970s Set of Eight Dining Arm Chairs Attributed to Jens Risom in Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of eight American Walnut Armchairs, attributed to Jens Risom Designs. This set dates to the 1970s, and the listed price includes the set of eight chairs as shown. Their...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Leather Bronze Finish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 'Brno' Armchair, model MR50, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Lilly Reich in 1929. This particular piece was produced by Knoll in the 1960s. The design features a fla...
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Canoa by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Canoa by Imperfettolab Dimensions: 490 x 85 x H 71 cm Materials: Fibreglass Other colors available. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Rave...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

A pair of Guillerme et Chambron of armchairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A sette in black oak which can be divided in two single armchairs dimensions are for one piece
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 4 Olive Cielo Stacking Chair with Armrest by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 olive Cielo stacking chair with Armrest by Sebastian Herkner. Materials: galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings are mad...
Category

2010s German Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Hygge Armchair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Hygge armchair by Collector Materials: Structure in solid oakwood Upholstered in Pierre Frey fabric Legs: Travertino Dimensions: W 95 x...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Travertine

Stool, by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Geneve, CH
Stool, by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez Dimensions: D 30 x W 30 x H 40 cm Material: Wood These stools are designed with the intention that ...
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Royal Carpanese Home Italia Swivel Armchair with Metal
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Swivel armchair with metal base and upper part upholstered. Characterized by a soft backrest perfectly curved that hugs you and enhances the comfort. Internal padding complete the d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Amazing Armchair Frame Made Solid Wood Distressed Paint Finish
Located in London, GB
About Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Mercurio by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Mercurio by Imperfettolab 2003 Dimensions: W 92 x D 82 x H 52 cm Materials: Fibreglass, chrome Seat in chrome finish fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are? We are a family....
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Midi by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of midi by Imperfettolab 2012 Designer: Verter Turroni Dimensions: W 89 x D 70 x H 74 cm Materials: Fibreglass Armchair in varnished or upholstered fibreglass. Also available i...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Set of 2 Black Cielo Stacking Chair with Armrest by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 black Cielo stacking chair with armrest by Sebastian Herkner. Materials: galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings are made from recycled plastic. Technique:...
Category

2010s German Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Palmspring Pouf by Anderssen Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palmspring Pouf by Anderssen & Voll 2020 Materials: Bronze lacquered metal structure, seat and back in polyurethane foam, upholstered in fabric Dimensions: 80 x 67 x 40 cm An...
Category

2010s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Nido Black in Black Oak Lounge Chair by Estudio Persona
Located in Geneve, CH
Nido black in black oak lounge chair by Estudio Persona Dimensions: W 76.2 x D 78.8 x H 76.2 cm Materials: Lack oak, upholstered seat Loung...
Category

2010s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Stool by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Geneve, CH
Stool by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez Dimensions: D 30 x W 30 x H 40 cm Material: Wood These stools are designed with the intention that t...
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Midi by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Midi by Imperfettolab 2012 Designer: Verter Turroni Dimensions: W 89 x D 70 x H 74 cm Materials: Fibreglass Armchair in varnished or upholstered fibreglass. Also avalaible in...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Stool by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Geneve, CH
Stool by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez Dimensions: D 30 x W 30 x H 40 cm Material: Wood These stools are designed with the intention that t...
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Indoor Gardenia Yellow Armchair by Jaime Hayon
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor Gardenia Yello armchair by Jaime Hayon Dimensions: D 89 x W 70 x H 100 cm Materials: structure in cast aluminum and laminates in extruded aluminum. Powder coating in Alesta Anodic Black or in high-gloss yellow...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 2, Vienna Little Armchairs, Canaletto Beige Beech Green by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2, Vienna Little armchairs, Canaletto, Beige & Beech Wood, Green by Colé Italia with Emmanuel Gallina Dimensions: H 78, W 53, D 50 cm Materials: Stained beech wood little ar...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Midi Armchair by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Midi Armchair by Imperfettolab 2012 Designer: Verter Turroni Dimensions: W 89 x D 70 x H 80 cm Materials: Fibreglass Armchair in varnished or upholstered fibreglass. Also av...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Ciottolo 06 by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Ciottolo 06 by Imperfettolab 1999 Dimensions: W 162 x D 83 x H 54 cm Materials: Fiberglass Avalaible in black, white / gold, chrome. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a fami...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

VC01 Brass Armchair by Chanel Kapitanj
Located in Geneve, CH
VC01 Brass Armchair by Chanel Kapitanj Dimensions: D62 x W40 x H100 cm Materials: Brass, stainless steel. Unique Piece Brass and stainless steel armchairs, with a chainmail seating....
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Calice Armchair by Patrick Norguet
Located in Geneve, CH
Calice armchair four-leg base by Patrick Norguet Materials: Upholstery: Fabric or leather Structure: Black powder-coated metal or matte champagne and...
Category

2010s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Flow 01 Seat by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Flow 01 Seat by Imperfettolab Dimensions: D96 x W60 x H77 cm Materials: Fiberglass. Also available in different dimensions and colors. Please contact us. These creations speak of wo...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

21st Century Modern Steel Outdoor Armchair "Not Out" Made in Italy
Located in Sant Elena, IT
A light and contemporary profile for the outdoor furnishing. The Not seating family grows even further, starting a new design approach of True aimed...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 2 Scala Bridge Chairs by Patrick Jouin
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Scala bridge chairs by Patrick Jouin Materials: chair covered in corrected pigmented cowhide leather. Backrest in split leather. Colors: black, brown, white, red Dimension...
Category

2010s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Ciottolo 03 by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Ciottolo 03 by Imperfettolab 1999 Dimensions: W 92 x D 80 x H 52 cm Materials: Fiberglass Avalaible in black, white / gold, chrome. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Vert...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Sculpted Oak Armchair Signed by Semen Lavdansky
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted oak armchair signed by Semen Lavdansky Material: Oak Dimensions: 74 x 116 x 58 cm Can be made to order in different dimensions.
Category

2010s Russian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Lunaire Armchair by Mydriaz
Located in Geneve, CH
Lunaire Armchair by Mydriaz Dimensions: D 63.1 x W 67 x H 33.7 cm Materials: Patinated polished brass with marble effect finish. 25kg Our products are handmade in our workshop....
Category

2010s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Gold Nido by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Gold Nido by Imperfettolab 2008 Dimensions: W 130 x D 97 x H 66 cm Materials: Varnished fibreglass, metal base Gold finish Imperfetto lab Who we a...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Fronteira Brazilian Contemporary Wood and Fabric Chair by Lattoog
Located in Sao Paolo, BR
One of the project assumptions for this chair was the intense formal dialogue between different materials like wood and fabric. The designers came to a trace that fluidly and continu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Fabric

Hand Stitched Leather Marla Armchair by Madheke
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand stitched leather marla armchair by Madheke Dimensions: W 60.8 x D 68 x H 80 cm. Materials: Leather, Fabric, Wood, Metal. The MARLA sets i...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Maple Tilt Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Maple tilt easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Natural maple Also available in walnut. Dimensions: 95 cm x 92 cm x H 62 cm Tilt is handmade...
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Maple

Seidecimi green Minimalist Gold Armchair Made in Italy by enricogirotti edizioni
Located in Verona, IT
A single stretch of wire that becomes a continuous element without end and without beginning, formed by the wire that describes the shape without stopping, reworking the concept of i...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Gold Plate

Carson Armchair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Carson armchair by Collector Materials: Fully upholstered in boho 10 fabric Solid walnut feet Dimensions: W 86 x D 76 x H 70 cm SH 43 cm.   ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mercurio by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Mercurio by Imperfettolab 2003 Dimensions : W 131 x D 83 x H 33 cm Materials : Fibreglass, Chrome Seat in chrome finish fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a fam...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Marques Chair, by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Geneve, CH
Marques chair, by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez Dimensions: D 51 x W 50 x H 82 cm Material: Wood The defining characteristic of these pieces is the use of sharp angles that form ...
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Myosotis, Forget Me Not, by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Myosotis, Forget me not, by Imperfettolab Exclusively sold by Galerie Philia Limited Edition of 8 Dimensions: D 95 x W 160 x H 90 cm Materials: fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Ciottolo 02 by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Ciottolo 02 by Imperfettolab 1999 Dimensions: W 72 x D 68 x H 46 cm Materials: fiberglass Available in black, white / gold, chrome. Imperfetto Lab Who we are? We are a family. ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Sesto Senso Bergère armchair
Located in Boston, MA
Bergere armchair in Nabuk leather and fabric. Leather CAT.A More colors and fabric available per request. Dimensions: Cm 77 x 88 x 106 H In 30 x 35 x 42 H.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Soft and Textured Cream Lamb Ottoman by Pietro Franceschini with Fuzzy Armrests
Located in Geneve, CH
Athena ottoman by Pietro Franceschini Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti Dimensions: W 79 x H 43-63 cm Materials: Lamb and gold leaf Available materials: Lamb, gold leaf, or cast bras...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Ciottolo 01 by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Ciottolo 01 by Imperfettolab 1999 Dimensions: W 58 x D 40 x H 54 cm Materials: Fiberglass Avalaible in black, white / gold, chrome. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Vert...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

DS-277 Armchair by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-277 armchair by De Sede Dimensions: D 53 x W 44 x H 100 cm, with extension W 153 Materials: steel, leather Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size. M...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

DS-344 Armchair by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-344 armchair by De Sede Dimensions: D 46 x W 71 x H 117 cm, with extension W 101 Materials: steel, leather Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size. T...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Palm Springs Armchair by Anderssen Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palm springs armchair by Anderssen & Voll Materials: Polyurethane foam of different densities, covered with fabric or leather. Base in bronze lacquered metal. Technique: Lacquered ...
Category

2010s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Modernist Lounge Chair by Kristina Dam Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Modernist lounge chair by Kristina Dam Studio Materials: Beige Boucle Dimensions: 87 x 77 x 70 cm Kristina Dam graduated from The Royal Danish School of Fine Arts, Architectur...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé

Papillon Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Papillon easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: polyethelene, steel. Also available in other colors. Dimensions: 91 cm x 108 cm x H 192 cm. The Papillon easy armchair a...
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

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.