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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Miniforms NEBULONE Sofa by E-GGS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nebulona has become a sofa and now it’s named Nebulone. You can find the same drop-shaped armrests, but now they embrace an extended and seriously welcoming seat, to relax yourself f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Moroso Gentry Sofa in Big Braid Capuccino by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A project whose origins lie in the search for meticulous and well-balanced comfort, restrained yet with a nod to exaggeration. Gentry is about tradition, distinction and belonging bu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

3-Piece Italian Modular Sofa in Zebra Print Upholstery, circa 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
3-Piece Italian Modular Sofa in Zebra Print Upholstery, circa 1970. Pieces look great pushed together as a sofa but also can stand alone as chairs. The book-matched channel tufting g...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Home Cinema Electric Reclining Sofa By Jacobo Ventura
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Relax 4 seater sofa with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the seat. This modular sofa with its impeccable proportions offers a wide variety of compositions ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Wire

Bertu Banquette, Chili Modern Banquette, Customizable, Walnut Finish
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Banquette, Chili Modern Banquette, Customizable, Walnut Finish This Chile Modern Dining Banquette is beautifully constructed from solid white o...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Wood

Plush Modular Modern Sofa in Premium Belgian Linen
Located in Nyack, NY
The Geometric Modern armchair exudes understated elegance. Its extra-wide, rectilinear arms are adorned with relaxed throw pillows, all resting on a single, seamless bench seat—chic ...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Winner of the Compasso d’Oro award in 1970, the Soriana led Italian power couple Afra and Tobia Scarpa to instant success. An original concept, metal belts front and back give struct...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Pierre Sofa by Nolita Harbour: Velvet Upholstery and Walnut Base
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Pierre Sofa is a luxury velvet modular sofa conceived as a calm architectural anchor for living spaces. Its language is linear and composed, designed to read as part of the interior’...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut, Velvet

Bend Sofa by Paulo Antunes: Velvet Upholstery Exposed Wood
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa stands out with its distinctive combination of geometric shapes. Upholstered in smooth velvet fabric and designed with plush, padded seats, it offers unparalleled comfort. ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Acerbis Trench Sofa by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trench is a collection of sofas and armchairs that reinterprets the concept of upholstered seating with new proportions. Its pure, almost ancestral form exudes a sculptural presence,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Curved Sofa, attributed to Ico Parisi, Italy, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sculptural curved sofa, attributed to Ico Parisi, features an elegant, enveloping form with gently flared arms and a continuous upholstered backrest. Raised on tapered wooden le...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Plush Modular Modern Sofa in Maharam Corduroy
Located in Nyack, NY
The Geometric Modern armchair exudes understated elegance. Its extra-wide, rectilinear arms are adorned with relaxed throw pillows, all resting on a single, seamless bench seat—chic ...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Suelo Modern Wood Sectional
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® modern wood sectional - 4622 is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cu...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Hardwood

"New York" Charcoal Gray Sofa by Katavolos, Littell & Kelley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare collector's piece is the 'New York' settee sofa by William Katavolos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelley for Laverne International (Erwine & Estelle Laverne). Features a chrom...
Category

1950s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Introducing the Le Bambole sofa by renowned designer Mario Bellini, upholstered in luxurious bouclé fabric, an exquisite addition to elevate any interior space. With its sleek lines ...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Gold and Brown Velvet Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
Sleek tight back sofa with sinuous curves. Silky tiger eye velvet covers a solid maple frame with a firm seat made with 8-way hand tied springs. Tapered legs are made in wenge with b...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Maple

Ligne Roset L Shaped Rive Gauche Sofa by Didier Gomez
Located in Basildon, London
An icon of contemporary design, the Ligne Roset L-Shaped Rive Gauche Sofa by Didier Gomez embodies both style and comfort. This vintage modernist piec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Moroso Ruff Large swivel armchair in Sand by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ruff, Getlucky‘s “sister” armchair, is designed by Patricia Urquiola for the contract and hospitality sectors, and indeed any living space, as it offers the ideal forum for a convers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Gufram Pratone Forever Green Chaise Lounge By Ceretti / Derossi / Rosso
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
On the 50th anniversary of PRATONE®, Gufram pays homage to history once again by reimagining the most innovative lounge chair in the history of design with the release of its new unl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

5 piece Brown Carrera Modular Sofa by Lomazzi, De Pas + D urbino for BBB Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare five piece Carrera modular sofa designed by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D’Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi for BBB Italia in 1969. This stunning sofa has two curved corner sections and three center sections with ribbed seat detailing. It was restored by previous owners in a handsome woven brown upholstery. Unmarked. Sourced in Italy. Jonathan De Pas (1932-1991), Donato D’Urbino (1935-) and Paolo Lomazzi (1936-) are Italian designers who began working together in 1966. They are best known for their unconventional pop art designs, many of which are in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris among others. Their most iconic pieces include the Joe Sofa, 1970 and the “Blow” armchair...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary Modular Sofa Offered in Elephant Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics. Shown with elephant cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spri...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Organic Modern Fibonacci Spiral Sofa, Beige Velvet, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Fibonacci sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Fibonacci combines fine craftsmanship and noble materials, becoming a Greenapple best-seller...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

80" Leolux Kikko Style Biomorphic Shaped Leather Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
This sofa is biomorphic shaped and has chrome legs. The back has 2 separate curved backrest . The sofa comes with 2 pillows. We also have a slightly larger one available.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Super-plush Organic Modern Sofa in Maharam Hearth
Located in Nyack, NY
This sofa's deep, ultra-plush cushions invite you to sink in, while the soft, organic curves and gently arched back add an elegant touch to any space. Crafted with the highest qualit...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

2 Piece Sectional Sofa made in Italy by Saba Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2 piece sectional sofa designed and manufactured in Italy by Saba Italia. The sofa has a chrome base with removable cushions and it comes with 2 pillows, ...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

De Sede Terazza Sofa by Ubald Klug
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare modular sofa designed by Ubald Klug for De Sede, Switzerland, 1973.
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-102 Sofa in Taupe Upholstery by Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A series with an eye-catching, core leather lacing. This model series’ softly upholstered shell with its extremely comfortable cushions creates a island in the living space. Whether ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1990s John Nelson for Tuohy Furniture Three Seat Tuxedo Sofa 83"
By Tuohy Furniture Corp., John Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Modern Tuxedo Sofa, designed by John Nelson for Tuohy Seating in the 1990s. The sofa was produced in the USA. The design features white upholstery, and it has an aluminum p...
Category

1990s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Giovannetti, Anfibio Foldable Sofa Blue Colored Fabric Project, Becchi
Located in Casalguidi, IT
From an idea of Cav. Giovannetti Benito was born the project Anfibio. Production year 1970. Its history is full of important events and participations. A piece considered a “Classic”...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Fabric

Metropol Sofa by Cesare Arosio
Located in Milan, IT
The stylish Metropol 3-seater sofa in nubuck leather features the distinctive element of wrapping the seats with the back and side shell in brushed matt lacquered wood, providing a h...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

1950s George Nakashima Studio 72 inch Three Seat Slatted Sofa / Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare settee crafted by George Nakashima circa late 1950s, acquired from the family of the original owners. This is an iconic example of the slatted series, which in many ca...
Category

1950s American Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

Chic 1960 Ies Curved Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
One of a kind 60ies semicircular Sofa which will be an eye catcher in your entrance hall or your living room. It's not only looking real good. It's...
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Philippe Hurel 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Basildon, London
The Philippe Hurrel 3-Seater Sofa combines modern elegance with superior comfort. Known for his sophisticated designs, Philippe Hurrel offers a sofa that features clean lines and hig...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Philippe Hurel 3-Seater Sofa
Philippe Hurel 3-Seater Sofa
$1,154 Sale Price
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Julep 3 seater sofa designed by Jonas Wagell for Tacchini
Located in Carson, CA
Designed by Jonas Wagell Julep is an upholstered sofa with soft, enveloping forms, inspired by the Avant-Garde of the 1950s, from which it draws simplicity and grandeur, softened wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Arc Sofa by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This chic sofa, reminiscent of the 1960s, has elegant lines with gracious curves. The brass feet add to its sophistication with their delicate design. It will surely be the focal poi...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian ‘Socrates’ Olive Leather Sofa by Poltrona Frau
Located in Chicago, IL
The ‘Socrates’ sofa, designed by Poltrona Frau in the 1980s, is defined by its low-slung, leather-clad silhouette. Upholstered in supple, olive-toned leather, its form is balanced by...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Naked Curved Sofa Single with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional Sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Montis Aztec Sectional Sofa Ottoman by Gerard Van Den Berg in STOCK
Located in New York, NY
Fabric: MONZA Aztec sofa sectional consist of the following: (1) 3-Z-AL (1) H-30 R (1) H-CLOSED-90 (1) 1-5-Z-ZA (1) P-60X90 The Aztec is back at last, wi...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Modern Two Seat Sofa Wooden Curved Back Ironwood Polished Brass Gold Finish
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
The curved Lazy Day Two-Seat Sofa is part of a seating collection that includes armchairs and sofas for three people. This piece is entirely made in Portugal and artisanally by the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Brass, Cut Steel

Brazilian Handcrafted Sofa Trancoso" by Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
It’s part of the Bahia, de Todos os Santos’ Collection. Inspired in the beautiful destinations in the Northeast, each piece of the collection receives the name of a different beach ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture Tufted Camel Back Sofa
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture Tufted Camel Back Sofa This sofa measures: 95 wide x 33 deep x 34.75 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 24.5 inches We take...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Thomas Pheasant Collection By Baker Contemporary White Upholstered Paris Sofa
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
From the Thomas Pheasant Collection for Baker, this contemporary Paris sofa presents a refined blend of clean lines and tailored comfort. Upholstered in crisp white fabric, the desig...
Category

20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Sofa
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Sofa This sofa measures: 79 wide x 34 deep x 34.75 inches high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm height of 25 inches We take our photos in a con...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

De Sede DS-47 Sofa in Black Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-47 is available as a two- and three-seat sofa, and as an armchair and stool; 5-mm-thick Neck leather recognizable in characteristic fat wrinkles lend it an unmistakable expression...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
Category

1950s French Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Roly Poly Polyethylene Sofa in Ochre by Faye Toogood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The distinctive, reassuringly chunky lines of Faye Toogood’s Roly-Poly furniture collection become even more inviting in her new collaboration with Driade. The latest line for the It...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Plastic

21st Century Modern Italian Sofa Upholstered In Leather
Located in Milan, IT
A simple and essential sofa that integrates a sophisticated comfort and a refined image through the careful study of proportions, filling materials and surface treatment. It is a min...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

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

Sofa Frame Solid Timber Wood Two Back Cushion Same Size Black Lacquered Feet
Located in London, GB
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 constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Feathers, Wood

Gervasoni Ghost 15 Sofa Bed in Rene Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gervasoni Ghost 15 sofa bed in white linen upholstery by Paola Navone Sofa-bed upholstered with polyurethane foams, removable covers. Three back cushi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater 40 s sweden
Located in Tomi, Nagano
Manufactured in the 1940s. Made in Sweden. This is a rare 3-seater tank sofa. This item has already been reupholstered and repaired. Although there are some ...
Category

1940s Finnish Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Birch, Fabric

Suelo Modern Wood Sofa in Solid Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® Modern Wood sofa in solid walnut is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and sea...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Vao Sofa 380 by Paolo Castelli
Located in Boston, MA
Three-seat sofa with a sinuous shape and ample dimensions, supported by a structure with legs made of discarded eco-friendly solid ash with an acetic finish, whose imperfections give...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

Grace Sofa by Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
A note of charm and timeless elegance to a small living room, library, or study, this two-seat sofa is a celebration of classic allure and modern sensitivity. Its structure in solid ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Wood

Moroso Gogan 2-seater Sofa in Clunis, Snow by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Gogan collection takes its name from nature and in particular from Japanese stones rendered smooth by time and water, which provided the inspiration for this project. This is the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

2-Seater Sofa in Beige Velvet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This fully reupholstered two-seater offers comfort, softness, and a calm presence. The beige velvet sofa has a low and generous silhouette, defined by deep seat cushions and rounded ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Contemporary Bouclé Sofa by Paulo Antunes, Modern Design from Customizable
Located in NEW YORK, NY
With its curved lines and unique shapes, this sofa shows a classic and timeless design that makes it ideal as an imposing complement to the decor of your living room. Dimensions: W ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Modern Slope Arm Sofa with Loose Cushions
Located in Greenwich, CT
New three cushion sofa with loose back and seat cushions. Frame made with real wood, and with glue and dowel joinery. Built to last. Cushions made with high density foam and feather ...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Maple, Down

3-Seater Sofa With Solid Natural Walnut Feet Offered In COM
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The 3-seater sofa offers the perfect reception for your guests, whether it's in the heart of your home or within the dedicated space for clients and collaborators in your business. I...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Ghidini 1961 Katana 3-Seat Sofa in Natural Leather by Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
In the Katana sofa, Paolo Rizzatto, being the refined and expert designer he is, puts great care in the proportions of the structural elements of the produ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian 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.