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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Edra Grande Soffice Sofa and Footstool
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Grande Soffice Sofa and Footstool by Edra, a luxurious addition to any living space. The sofa boasts a soft and inviting design, with plush cushions filled with goose...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Piero Lissoni for Cassina Mex Cube 271 3-Seater Sofa in Elmosoft Saddle Brown
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare and illusive Mex Cube 271 extra wide three-seater sofa, down-filled cushions, completely reupholstered in Elmo-soft Saddle Brown leather. Designed and went into production by ...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
Located in Basildon, London
The Charles Sectional Sofa by B&B Italia is an iconic piece, crafted with high quality materials and impeccable attention to detail. The sleek and modern design of the sofa is co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage Military Canvas Guest Bed Sofa with Storage Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This deep and loungey sofa is comprised of two pieces that can easily be converted to two single beds, or a split king bed. When in the guest bed configuration, each bed is the size of a twin mattress and fits twin sheets. When pushed together it forms a king sized bed and can fit king sheet...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Canvas

Le Jeune Upholstery Shaker 3-Seat Sofa Showroom Model
Located in Miami, FL
Le Jeune Upholstery Shaker 3 Seat Sofa Showroom Model Offered for sale is a SHAKER S9.923 generous 3-seat sofa showroom model. The Shaker sofa is a modern boxed arm sofa with medium...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Walnut, Down, Feathers

Saint-Germain 3-Seat Sofa in Black Timeless Leather and Raw Silver
Located in Milano, IT
Saint-germain sofa, available in 2 or 3-seater versions, is composed of a matt black wood panel, covered in the external part with a metal plating, with a padded border in the same u...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It doesn't get much cooler than this early year (original) collectors set of the model-932 'Quartet' sectional by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Released in 1964, this example has incredible thick leather hides in a gorgeous patinated cognac color. The leather is remarkable, and with the perfect amount of patina that you want to see - for those leather lovers out there, don't hesitate to buy this Bellini 932...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Spectacular Christian Liaigre “Augustin” Sofa in Blue Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Christian Liaigre sofa in navy blue cotton blend fabric and luxurious back pillows. The mismatching pillows are intentional and part of the desig...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Suelo Modern Wood Sofa with Plinth Base
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® Modern wood sofa with plinth base is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and se...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Hardwood

Armchair in Smooth Black Leather and Laser-Cut Steel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bulging over its edges, this contemporary single sofa seat by Klein Agency screams comfort. Puffy cushions hug the laser cut steel frame, creating a supple cocoon, demanding you to w...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Cut Steel

Gervasoni Loll 11 Modular Sofa in Munch Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modules of different shapes and particular corner elements of the LOLL sofa family allow you to create ever new configurations. A proposal that tells a s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Minimalist Sofa in Hardwood, Metal and Fabric, Usable Outdoors
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This sofa is made of of hardwood, metal and fabrics. The multi-finish structure is combined with outdoor fabrics such as the Batyline to create an interesting outdoor solution. Bellow the full Skyfolding collection concept: Skyfolding In-Outdoor collection, the collection concept is inspired by the Asian building scaffoldings, where a structure is composed by bamboo sticks crossed to create this inspiring and fascinating structures. We combined elements of this structures and also references from the ballet stretching bars that often combine metal and wood, this combo is the concept very soul. All the figurative elements are abstracted in the design process to extract the precise best of each world, and by then resulting in a collection of delicate objects, cult and curated to the minimum details, in design and engeneering. The collection is composed by outdoor net, batyline or plastic, in a portion leaving room to a more soft design approach that is harmonious, this elements are combined to a structure made of wood and metal that transcends to tech and soft, a paradigm of past, present and future that invite all the viewers to contemplate and reflect in this philosophical matters in a tactile and visual way. Resulting is a essencial and timeless set of objects...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Modern Curved Loose Cushion Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
This modern curved sofa is built to order and features 3 loose back cushions with a single cushioned seat. This piece is customizable and can be built to...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple

Elegant Italian Design Sofa Free Standing. Printed velvet Fabric
Located in Kastrup, DK
Italian design sofa, very elegant shape. 2 loose cushions. Newly upholstered in printed velvet from GP J Baker. Good seating comfort. Incl. ...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Francesco Beghetto Floating Sofa Fully Upholstered In Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is defined by its soft, sinuous lines and a unique construction. A tubular structure, supported by straps, is fully upholstered in fabric, eliminating the need for traditio...
Category

2010s European Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Twist Knot Black Two Seater Sofa in Rope with Brass legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Twist Knot Black Two Seater Sofa in Rope with Brass legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal Immersed in the heritage of India's ancient artistry, the humble rope transports us to the heart...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

CraftAssociates, Vancouver Modern Mohair Sofa, Copper, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates, Vancouver Modern Mohair Sofa, Copper, Walnut This modern sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. The sofa boasts hand cut high-...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Copper

Preben Fabricius Jørgen Kastholm for Alfred Kill FK-6720 Leather Sofa, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
For those who love beautifully distressed leather, this three-seat sofa designed by Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm for Alfred Kill International in the 1960s is a fantastic col...
Category

1960s German Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Modern Versailles Sofa Cream Leather Handmade in Italy by Fendi
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Versailles Sofa Cream Leather Handmade in Italy by Fendi Plaza Versailles Materials Frame: Wood padded with Polyurethane and Fiberfill Seat: In...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Sheep Sofa by Studio AHEAD
Located in San Francisco, CA
S H E E P S O F A The form of the sofa is inspired by the curvature of stones found at Muir Beach, which have been shaped over time by ocean currents. D I M E N S I O N S : Four...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Felt

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Orange
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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Gervasoni Ghost 112 Sofa in White Linen Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gervasoni Ghost 112 sofa in white linen upholstery by Paola Navone Sofa upholstered with polyurethane foams, removable covers. Three back cushions in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage 70ties Togo Living Room Suite Modular Sectional Sofa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare and striking modular sectional sofa is a pure example of 1970s design, reminiscent of iconic models by Ligne Roset (Togo) and Roche Bobois. The original manufacturer is cur...
Category

1970s German Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam

Vladimir Kagan for American Leather Curved Zoe Sofa
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Embrace the epitome of iconic design with this stunning vintage Mid Century "Zoe" Sofa, an homage to the legendary Vladimir Kagan's signature aesthetics. Designed by Kagan for Americ...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede

Extra Deep Metal-Framed Madda XL Sofa by Michael Felix
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Madda XL is a contemporary interpretation of the classic club chair, extended into sofa form. Its metal base fully wraps around the sofa, as if to squeeze it into a plump and com...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Leather togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Athens, Attiki
Togo toffee leather 3-seater sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1973. A Ligne Roset classic of all-foam cushion seating with no hard points. Michel Ducaroy’s Togo has been the u...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Rencontre Moi Modular Sofa Timeless Leather Black
Located in Milano, IT
Rencontre Moi modular sofa is composed of a wooden shell padded with different densities polyurethane foam with a top layer in memory foam. The sofa is c...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In High Performing Ecru Velvet By Sidani Design
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

Retro Roll Arm Sofa with Upholstered Plinth Base in Maharam Beck
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

Retro Roll Arm Sofa with Upholstered Plinth Base in Kvadrat Vanir
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

Hand-Tailored Retro Style Sofa, Channel Tufted Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary retro style sofa in beige latte velvet. Plinth antique brushed brass. All hardwood frame with interlocking construction. Advanced comfort...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

Elegant and Comfortable Sofa yellow fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Hight back and sides sofa. Completely re-upholstered in a soft yellow Thick linen. Interesting and great look from each side (back and sides.) Very comfortable and elegant. Easy to m...
Category

20th Century French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofa Offered for sale is one upholstered three-seat sofas designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll Studio. The sofa was recently reuph...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

21st Century Conde 2 Seat Sofa by Mavo Atelier, Hand-Crafted in Portugal
Located in Trofa, PT
Evoking a bold and charismatic presence, the Conde Sofa showcases a robust, geometric profile, softened by gentle curves that add architectural lightness to the sofa’s visual weight....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mongolian Sheepskin, Solid Cast Brass, Modern White Primal Sofa by Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Enter the realm of timeless sophistication with the Primal sofa a pinnacle of Egg's design ethos and a beacon of style in any Minimalist, Modern, or Mid-century modern interior. Bol...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Velvet Sofa with High Back and Long Seat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sofa with a high back and long seat that is designed for talking, for lounging, for sharing secrets and laughs. This high back sofa is like an embrace, whi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Modern Tight Seat Curved Sofa with Neutral Boucle and Contrast Welting
Located in Greenwich, CT
Mid-century modern curved sofa with tight seat and tight back. Upholstered in a light grey / tonal woven with variegated patches of ashy white bou...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

Pluma Sofa Set in Linen Color Fabric Upholstery
Located in Mexico City, MX
Originally design to make everyday life more enjoyable. The piece centers in its comfort and lightness of the feather. It has a soft body covered in relaxed removable covers that mak...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

The Montauk, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Bill Sofield for Baker Carlyle Gold Sofa
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Bill Sofield for Baker Carlyle Gold Sofa This sofa measures: 90 wide x 40 deep x 33 inches high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height of 28 inches We take our photos in a contro...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Piero Lissoni for Cassina Mex Cube 271 Sectional Sofa in Elmosoft Saddle Brown
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare and illusive Mex Cube 271 extra wide sectional, down-filled cushions, completely reupholstered in Elmo-soft Saddle Brown leather. Designed and went into production by Cassina ...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Extra Deep Sectional Sofa in Custom Velvet, Modern Design, Europe
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, Wood, Foam

Divano Saratoga di Lella e Massimo Vignelli per Poltronova, nero, Anni 2000
Located in Milano, IT
Divano a due posti con struttura in legno laccato nero, cuscini con imbottitura in espanso e rivestimento in pelle nera. Presente il marchio della manifattura 'Centro Studi Poltronov...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modern Modular Sofa in Fiberglass with Organic Flowing Design
Located in Barcelos, PT
Inspired by the golden dunes of Porto Santo Island, the Duna Sofa captures the fluidity of sand shaped by the elements. Designed for dynamic spaces, the sofa’s adaptable sections all...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fiberglass

Velvet Dress-Up Sectional Sofa Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Cassina
Located in Dallas, TX
Three-piece velvet Cassina Sectional sofa designed by Rudolfo Dordoni. Upholstered in a high-grade deep wine-colored velvet. Purchased new but never installed. Can be reconfigured to...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Modular Designer Sofa OAK by WOO – Customizable Contemporary Sectional Seating
Located in Kyiv, UA
The design of “OAK” sofa is inspired by the image of summer landscape, it`s side view reminds the tree, that grows alone in the field. This “tree”, seems like growing out of the seat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Plywood

Modern One Arm Slipper Sofa in Velvet
Located in Wichita, KS
This beautiful one arm slipper sofa is upholstered in blush pink velvet and is made by Lee industries. its scale is modern and its lines are soft and curved. The sofa is made by Le...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary Modular System, Black Steel / Water Repellant Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious soft velvets with high resistance to abrasion, stains and is water repellent. Hardwood frame with advanced comfort spri...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Chile Modern Dining Banquette
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Chile Modern Dining Banquette is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, USA. The banquette's silhouette is simple, modern, and sle...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak

Pyper Sofa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The Pyper Armchair and Loveseat are exquisite pieces designed for both comfort and style. Upholstered in a limited edition fabric, they feature a sturdy structure made from multilaye...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Pyper Sofa
Pyper Sofa
$10,607 / item
The Lily, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Adrian Pearsall Style Italin Modern Bouclè and Walnut Sofa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Two contemporary sofas in the style of Adrian Pearsall, made in Italy with petrol green Bouclè fabric and walnut wood. Price each.
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Beige Linen Pink Fabric Custom Made “Fashionista” Sofa with Matching Pillows
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This sofa is so unique and special and waiting for the perfect fashionable home or office. A one of a kind custom-made for an executive in the Fashion Industry's Rodeo Drive office. It was never used. For staging purposes only! Modern tan linen...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

B&B Italia Bend Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Bend Sofa by B&B Italia, designed by renowned architect and designer Patricia Urquiola. This luxurious piece features a unique c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Sofa in Knoll Textile Plush Mohair with Hand Carved Steel Elements and Horsehair
Located in Bronx, NY
Sofa No. 3 Materials: Knoll Mohair Plush Textile, Hand Carved Elements, Horsehair Fringe J.M. Szymanski d. 2023 This unique sofa is dressed for a special occasion. She is hand upho...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Corner Sofa Tailored British Wool Denim Blue Coil Sprung Handmade
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
We want you to meet your perfect partner, the luxurious Enchanté Modular Sofa, with its solid beech frame and finely-tailored, pure wool fabric upholstery. The Enchanté brings back...
Category

20th Century English Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Suelo Modern Loveseat
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® modern loveseat is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. This ...
Category

2010s North American Modern Sofas

Materials

Hardwood

Baldwin Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Our Baldwin Sofa is the height of elegance for the home. Hand-built by experienced craftsmen and women, this rolled-arm chesterfield features button tufting and antique brass nailhea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Plywood, Hardwood

Baldwin Sofa
Baldwin Sofa
$3,800 / item
Lunisolar Single Seater Couch in Lacquered Wood, Shell and Wool by Artempo
Located in Geneve, CH
Lunisolar Single Seater Couch in Lacquered Wood, Shell and Wool by Artempo Dimensions: D 93 x W 116,6 x H 73,5 cm. Materials: Solid wood, lacquer, plywood, shell, and wool. The desi...
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Sofas

Materials

Shell, Wool, Wood, Plywood, Lacquer

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.