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What is banquette seating?
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Banquettes are a bench-like seat that can be either freestanding or built into a wall. They're similar to a booth in a restaurant in that they can seat multiple people.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Swedish Pine Upholstered Banquette Benches
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of pine benches perfect for banquette seating. Upholstered backs easily come out so you can customize fabric.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Pine
$6,200 / set
Restored 1960s Chinoiserie Parsons Bench with Dove Gray Upholstery
By Milo Baughman, Dorthy Draper, Billy Baldwin, Bunny Williams Home, Dorothy Draper
Located in Round Top, TX
This would make a fabulous “end of the bed” spot, a luxe ottoman with a nice tray and a stack of books in front of a loveseat, or a great banquette seating option.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Benches
Materials
Textile, Wood
$1,451 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Rustic European Wooden Pew Bench
Located in Las Vegas, NV
The bench is long and narrow making it the perfect piece for an entry way, a focal wall with a beautiful piece of art hung above or even add a cushion and make it cozy banquette seat...
Category
Antique 19th Century Primitive Benches
Materials
Wood
Banquette/Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Empire banquette or settee, embodies the classical elegance and refined craftsmanship of the era. Crafted from rich fruitwood, this piece features a gracefully upholstered seat ...
Category
Antique 1820s French Settees
Materials
Fruitwood
$4,750
Banquette Centerpiece Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large oval seating bench with tufted back for banquet, store or wedding hall. Beautifully designed in art deco manner with brass colored feet, black leather and velvet trimming. This...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Benches
Materials
Leather, Velvet
Christian Liaigre Velin Banquette
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Rochester, England
Whether used as a statement piece or as a cosy seating option, the Velin Banquette is sure to elevate any room with its timeless design.
Category
Late 20th Century French Minimalist Benches
Materials
Leather, Oak
$3,972 Sale Price
50% Off