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Modern Sofas

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Warren Platner Walnut and Leather Floating Case Sofa for Lehigh Leopold, c. 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally rare and highly sought-after collectors piece (with celebrity provenance) is a Warren Platner Executive Leather Case Sofa designed for Lehigh Leopold in circa 1970, and features a floating Walnut case with deep brown tufted leather upholstery and cushions, over a polished steel pedestal base. When comparing to the Milo Baughman case sofa, which is very popular and in-demand, this Warren Platner sofa...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Victorian Round Sofa by Munna Design Studio, Hand-Crafted in Portugal
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This round sofa is a revisited icon from the Victorian Era. Bright, light and feminine, this opulent signature piece is the perfect setting for a flirting ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Lacquer

3-seater sofa from the “Mobili nella Valle” series by Mario Ceroli for Poltronov
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Mario Ceroli 3-seater sofa for Poltronova, Italy, 1972. Mario Ceroli (Castel Frentano, 1938) is one of the most important Italian artists, sculptors, and designers of the post-war pe...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Pine

De Sede DS-600 Non Stop Modular 38 Elements Snake Sofa 2015
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental bespoke De Sede DS 600 Non-Stop snake sectional sofa featuring a dramatic indigo blue velvet upholstery. The custom ordered sofa is from a Samantha Todhunter Design instal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom one arm sofa with down wrapped cushions In stock ready for immediate shipping showroom samples, reflects discounted price, we offer custom in any...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Sofa V1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Conceived in 2011, this sofa design was the first piece in The Inheritance Collection by Stephen Kenn. Beginning from a place of curiosity about how furniture was constructed, the co...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Italian Modern Sofa of Chrome and Black Leather by Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Austin, TX
A fine, comfortable Italian sofa in the Modern style, featuring a stylish, bowed tubular chrome body with upholstered cushion back and sides of black leather, two fitted seat cushion...
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20th Century Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance two-seat sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Steel

PIA Curved Sofa
Located in London, GB
PIA is a sofa designed by Christophe Delcourt for Collection Particulière, mixing alluring curves to an elegant symmetry. Available in a choice of Delcourt Textiles fabrics. This is...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Hollywood Regency Style Sofa With Curved Silhouette By Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary retro style sofa offered in off-white velvet and walnut base. All hardwood frame with interlocking construction. Advanced comfort spring suspension. Tight seat and ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s.
Located in Athens, Attiki
Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s. Original fabric with extraordinary paisley pattern and leather. Excellent condition
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Silk

Top of the Line Custom Montauk Sofa 10 Foot Long Harris Plush Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super luxurious elegant and comfy 10 ft long custom sofa by Montauk Sofa having plush creamy upholstery with leather trim. Down filled, one huge seat cus...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Plana II, Lounge Chases by Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
About Plana II - A lounge chassis designed and crafted by Raka Studio, is a part of the new collection, in which the studio has integrated a plain wooden surface. In this case, th...
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2010s Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Bentwood

Newly Redone Pair of L-Shaped Sofas by Giulio Minoletti (Attributed)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A striking and rare pair of L-shaped sofas attributed to Italian architect and designer Giulio Minoletti. Defined by their low-back profile and sculptural curved edges, these pieces ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Luxury Home Cinema Custom Sofa W/ Electric Reclining System By Jacobo Ventura
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This relax 3 seater sofa offered with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the seat. This sofa with its impeccable proportions offers a wide variety of compositi...
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2010s European Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vladimir Kagan for American Leather Zoe Sofa in Grey Alcantara, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular example of Vladimir Kagan design was produced by American Leather in 2012, in its original Alcantara (ultrasuede) in a medium grey color called 'Otter', signed under...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Ultrasuede

Surrealist Salivasofa Original Prototype Red Lips Sofa By Salvador Dali
Located in Barcelona, ES
In the pioneering year of 1972, the visionary duo of Salvador Dalí and Oscar Tusquets unveiled their very first prototype sofa, a testament to their inn...
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970
Located in Cascina, Pisa
The Camaleonda sofa is one of the most iconic creations by Mario Bellini, designed in 1970 for the company B&B Italia. This sofa exemplifies how design can be functional, modular, an...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Bold Sofa Linear Regular - Karakorum 001
Located in Milano, Lombardia
With its sleek, modern design, this version of the Bold Sofa brings a new level of comfort, providing ample space for pure relaxation. The clean lines and straightforward form, compl...
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2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Lunisolar Three Seater Couch in Lacquered Wood, Shell and Wool by Artempo
Located in Geneve, CH
Lunisolar Three Seater Couch in Lacquered Wood, Shell, and Wool by Artempo Dimensions: D 93 x W 254 x H 73,5 cm. Materials: Solid wood, lacquer, plywood, shell, and wool. The design...
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2010s Chinese Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Plywood, Lacquer, Shell, Wool

Alcove Linear Sofa In Alpaca Velvet With Fringe Skirt, Sidani Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Drapè Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning three-seat from the Drapè collection combines unique design, exquisite craftsmanship, and extra comfort. The metal structure is linear and yet welcoming, thanks to the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Drapè Sofa
Drapè Sofa
$25,938 / item
Raffaella Bio Red and Orange 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
This luxurious sofa is smooth to the touch and ultra-comfortable. The deep seats and soft fabric make sinking in true pleasure. Rafael's angular profile gives this revival style a mo...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Moss Modular Sofa C004 - Nubuck col. Marron
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Moss collection draws inspiration from the softness and organic shapes of moss, offering a relaxed, natural aesthetic. This sofa collection boasts a unique, plush design with sof...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Coating

Contemporary Modular Sofa Palmo by Amura Lab, Daino Leather 004
Located in Paris, IDF
Sectional sofa Palmo by Amura Lab Designer: Emanuel Gargano Model shown: Leather - Daino 004 Inspired by the natural gesture of an opening hand, Pal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Extra Deep Fully Upholstered Sofa With Minimalist Design Ergonomic Proportions
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics. Shown with taupe cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Modern Galapinhos Sofa, Cream Wool-Linen Bouclé, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Galapinhos Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Galapinhos cream linen fabric sofa brings the essence of nature indoors, inspired by th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wool, Leather, Bouclé, Oak

Alcove Linear Sofa – Curved Backseat with Fringe Base In Honey Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming, Foam

Model #109 Sofa by Theo Ruth Sofa for Artifort
Located in San Francisco, CA
This expertly restored beech frame Model #109 sofa by Theo Ruth features luxurious textured Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca "Nomad Taupe" upholstery. The fabric is cleverly reversed on th...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

De Sede DS-164 Left Sofa Bed in Schiefer Brown Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise loungein a single movement, while the backrest can be stylefull rotated infinitel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Togo Sofa 3 seater in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Classic French Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset. Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic Togo sofa is now a design classic. Timeless comfort and style make...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

French Togo Sofa by Ligne Roset
Located in Austin, TX
Togo toffee leather 3-seater sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1973. An icon of style and good taste; a Ligne Roset classic of all-foam cushion seating with no hard points. Mic...
Category

Early 2000s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Camel Leather Togo Sofas, Set of 5
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Classic French Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset. Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic togo sofa is now a design classic. Timeless comfort and style make...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modern Black Leather Upholstered Sleeper Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Modern Black Leather Upholstered Three-Seat Sleeper Sofa, with Queen size bed and Avery Boardman label beneath center cushion. 31" H x 83" W x 35" D; seat: 20" H.  Provenance:...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

De Sede DS-84 two-seater sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Two-seater sofa from the DS-84 series, produced by De Sede in Switzerland during the 1970s. The DS-84 belongs to a generation of De Sede seating that emphasized sculptural mass, tact...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Saba Teatro Magico Low Table by 967ARCH
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Teatro Magico Low Table is the new sculptural coffee table inspired by the sinuous base of the homonymous table. Two volumes and two heights characterized by the possibility of inter...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Nazaré Sofa
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
NAZARÉ SOFA, designed in 2025. The Nazaré sofa is crafted from solid walnut with an upholstered backrest and seating area. The legs have a hand-carved detailed wave texture giving t...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Nazaré Sofa
Nazaré Sofa
$9,729 / item
Pixel Sectional Sofa in Patchwork Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the creativity of Sergio Bicego comes Pixel sofa, featuring a series of elements that can be freely combined, thanks to an exclusive connector created ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Arflex Marenco Sofa in Fabric Heidi and Candy by Mario Marenco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Marenco Sofa is designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex. This sofa features the system with making the armrest and seat as the base portion. There is a metal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Retro Roll Arm Sofa in Maharam Velvet
Located in Nyack, NY
Our retro take on a roll arm sofa. Cylindrical arms, a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop an ultra-thin deck elevated on cylindrical steel legs to create a sleek, retr...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa in Soft Alpaca Velvet, Hand-Crafted
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the illusion of seamlessly fitting into a 90-degree corner and making any room feel cozy. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Modern Twins Curved Couch, Mint Green Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Perla Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular seating system with movable backrest in the further development of the modular seating system, the organic form of the sculptural body grew mo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Heavy Boucle
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the realm of luxury and design with this iconic Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa! Crafted with the finesse of a sculptor, this masterpiece is not just a piece of furniture; it's a...
Category

1990s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Avant-Garde Sofa with Jumbo Channel Back in Light Blue Crushed Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Avant-garde sofa design with jumbo, paired channels slightly resembling lady fingers from the back and balanced with a single tight bench seat. Outside back reveals primary red eel s...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

DS-76 Convertible Leather Modern Sofa or Daybed by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sofa with transitional bed function DS-76/102 by De Sede. We launched the DS-76 back in 1972. At that time, the element set was regarded as revolution...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa designed by Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: design was as an answer to questions n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Hand-Tailored Curved Sectional Sofa in Mustard Yellow Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern inspired sectional sofa featuring curved design with luxurious mustard yellow velvet fabric. Supported by walnut base. Standard dimensions: 293 cm x 157 cm x 84 cm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Poltrona Frau White Leather Sleeper Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Poltrona Frau White Leather Sleeper Sofa, with twin size pull-out bed on four chrome feet, with "Poltrona Frau / Made in Italy" label to the inter...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Christian Liaigre Sofa, 2000 s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome black ebonized mahogany and upholstered sofa by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. The simple lines of this sofa would fit well in any Mid-Century Modern, Traditional, or Contemporary interior. The gently used upholstery is vintage but in good condition with some age-appropriate wear including some light stains, as shown in the images. This Christian Liaigre sofa...
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Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Anouk 100 - S
Located in Milano, Lombardia
With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of comfort, offering expanded space for ultimate relaxati...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Cuoio Leather and Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Karma Large Sofa in Byblos White Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Karma collection is the ultimate expression of the versatility of Saba Italia products: a sofa that fits seamlessly into both modern settings and more classical homes. Karma has ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Gervasoni Samet Modular Sofa by Federica Biasi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Samet is a modular sofa without rules, a multifunctional and configurable product that places the person as an active subject in the composition of their own space, encouraging them ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Polyester

Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Ivory-Gold Jacquard Brass Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins curved sofa and day bed shar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

1970s Modular Sofa by Karl Wittmann after Pierre Paulin
Located in Wien, AT
A sculptural and elegant modular sofa designed by Karl Wittmann after Pierre Paulin, produced by Wittmann, Austria, in the 1970s. This rare and highly collectible piece embodies the ...
Category

1970s Austrian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

DS-2011 Bauhaus Leather Two-Seat Sofa by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two-seat sofa DS-2011/02 by De Sede. Aesthetics and functionality in a harmonious combination. An impressive design with a solid steel construction and light upholstery. Casual cushions and visible seams complete the harmonious look. Details: Standard configuration: Runners black...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-21 Three-Seat Sofa in Hazel Upholstery by Stephan Hürlemann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opulent elements for modular use. The architectural structure of DS-21 is created by a metal frame that surrounds individual cushion volumes, seemingly carrying them effortlessly. Th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern sofas 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 sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sofas, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Stephen Kenn, and Moooi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $72 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $9,554.