Unusual French Pine and Leather 1940s Bench
Located in Long Island City, NY
Unusual French 1940s bench in solid pine with leather upholstery.
Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Benches
Leather, Pine
Unusual French Pine and Leather 1940s Bench
Located in Long Island City, NY
Unusual French 1940s bench in solid pine with leather upholstery.
Leather, Pine
Italian 1940s Bench in Wood and Yellow Velvet Upholstery
By Studio BBPR
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1940s bench in wood and yellow velvet upholstery Attributed to Studio BBPR.
Upholstery, Wood
$1,250
French 1940s Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hand-forged gilt iron, French, circa 1945.
Iron
1940s Bench Ottoman Stool in Walnut, New Upholstered in Vintage French Linen
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Provincial Walnut Stool Ottoman with vintage linen upholstery, France, 1930s A Turn of the century backless carved walnut bench or stool raised on four scroll ended legs. This...
Fabric, Linen, Wood, Walnut
Pair Of C.1940s Catalan Constructivist Benches/Low Consoles
Located in London, GB
A pair of C.1940s benches/low consoles from a gallery in Girona, Catalonia.
Pine
Danish 1940's Bench-Style Settee in Carved Oak with Open armrests
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1950s Settee in red wool and beautifully carved oak base and open armrests. Very refined clean lines and an almost benchlike style to the settee. It's an unusual piece and ...
Wool, Oak
Italian Art Deco bench in wood and white leather, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco bench in wood and white leather, 1940s Bench with rectangular seat and backrest upholstered in light beige-white leather.
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century Hickory & Bronze Staten Island Ferry Auxiliary Bench
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Latches fold and lock legs. Bench folds flat. Used on the Staten Island from early 1900s through the early 1940s.
Bronze
$2,500
1940’s Adirondack bench
Located in Chicago, IL
1940’s Adirondack bench with hide upholstery. It has storage underneath seat.
Hide, Wood
Italian 1940's Walnut Bench
Located in New York, NY
An Italian 1940's walnut bench with cabriole legs and cream cotton seat.
Fabric, Walnut
1940's Danish Ottoman or Bench
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Oakland, CA
1940s Scandinavian ottoman raised on elegant mahogany legs in the manner of Frits Henningsen. The ottoman is upholstered in the original blue wool fabric and can be used in its curre...
Wool
Italian Walnut Long Bench, Italy, circa 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Northern Italy, circa 1940's 22 1/4" high at handles x 14 1/2" seat h x 60 1/2" wide x 16" deep
Walnut
Rustic Splayed Leg Solid Wood Sculptural Bench, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Lovely through tenon detail. Some discoloration on surface. Seat is 8'' deep.
Hardwood
$4,000Sale Price|41% Off
1940s French Caned Bench
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Art Deco bench in oak with caned seat and back, France circa 1940's Great curved shaped arms Wonderful patina.
Cane, Oak
1940's Pitch Pine English Cast Metal Railway Bench
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Pitch Pine English Cast Metal Railway Bench.
Pine
1940's English Cast Metal Church Benches - Several Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s English Cast Metal Church Benches – Several Available 1940’s English Cast Metal Church Benches – Several Available.
Metal
$12,500 / item
Art Deco Chromed Steel Upholstered Bench, USA 1940's
By Walter Dorwin Teague
Located in New York, NY
Large and heavy solid chromed steel bench from an Albany bank lobby decorated in the 30’s
Chrome
Wrought Iron Vanity Widow Bench in Faux Gilt Finish c 1940/1960's
Located in New York, NY
Probably made in Italy, or possibly Spain, circa 1940/1960's, unsigned.
Wrought Iron
1940s Swedish Cabinetmasters Slatted Bench
Located in Long Island City, NY
The seat and back of this Scandinavian Modern bench comprise a stylish wave of conjoined slats. Set on sturdy tapered legs, this is a design with a compelling presence.
Fir
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1940s.
Wood
Modernist Concrete Bench, Belgium circa 1940s
By Le Corbusier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage modernist concrete bench from Belgium, circa 1940s. Reminiscent of Le Corbusier’s ‘Borne Béton Grande’ outdoor floor lamp for Chandigarh.
Concrete, Steel
1940's Original Railway Waiting Room Benches With Strap Steel Bases.
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940's Original Railway Waiting Room Benches With Strap Steel Bases. 1940's Original Railway Waiting Room Benches With Strap Steel Bases.
Beech
1940s Czechoslovakian Rustic Solid Oak Corner Bench
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful antique corner bench produced in 1940s Czechoslovakia. This handcrafted two-piece corner seating set is made from solid oak wood and features a warm rustic character with b...
Wood
Swedish Designer, Bench, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A large pine and red fabric bench designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Wood, Pine
$1,928Sale Price|20% Off
Traditional Asian Influenced Solid Dark Wood Carved Bench / Sofa 1940's
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Traditional Heavy Darker Toned Wooden Bench/ Sofa/ Daybed. We received this piece from our people in France who "pick" for us sometimes and we were told this piece is from Japan.
Wood
French Provincial Bench, Mahogany & Linen, Brass Nailheads, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming petite French Provincial style bench that is newly upholstered in Belgium linen and detailed with brass nailheads.
Brass
20th century French Caned and Wooden Bench, 1940s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Charming barrel back armchair dating from the 1940s, combining classic elegance with authentic character. This model stands out for its solid wood structure with soft, enveloping li...
Cane, Wood
Pair of Italian Benches, 1940s
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of Italian benches, 1940s. Dimensions: H=70 cm; W=105 cm; D=60 cm; Height seat= 35 cm.
Velvet, Wood
1940s Thonet Cinema Double Seat, Beech Wood Theater Bench
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare two-seat cinema bench from the 1940s, produced by Thonet. This authentic theater seating piece is crafted from solid beech wood and bent plywood, featuring original folding seat...
Wood, Beech, Plywood
1940s Hand Made Rustic Benches Found In Texas Famrhouse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc farmhouse benches that came from a farm house in Texas. This pair are built strong and are in sturdy condition. Wonder-full matching pair with an old stain finish.
Wood
Large steel hammer bench, 1940s Belgium
Located in Brussels, BE
Unique addition to your outdoor or indoor space – a massive steel hammer from the 1940s repurposed as a bench and decorative element.
Steel
Danish Cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose Sofa Bench in Teakwood & Cane, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined and highly versatile Danish Modern bench designed by master cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose, executed in the 1940s.
Cane, Teak
Neoclassical Iron and Velvet Curule Bench, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Art Deco bench with a painted wrought iron base and surround, with original white and gilt paint. Royal blue crushed velvet seat.
Wrought Iron
Sculptural Bench by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, 1940s
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An unusual and expressive bench having a sculptural rounded form with patinated brass nailhead trim and a rich embossed silk fabric resting on squared mahogany feet.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Alvar Aalto Bench with War Time Legs by Artek 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek lattice bench with finger-jointed wartime legs. Designed by Alvar Aalto, and manufactured during war-time 1940s.
Birch
Vintage Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench, Circa 1940s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Arts & Crafts solid oak banker or lawyer bench USA, Circa 1940s Measures: 52.75" W x 18.75" D x 35.5" H.
Oak
1940s Curved Long Purple Damask Tufted Neoclassical Style Wood Bench
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, long curved bench you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful bench is statement...
Upholstery, Wood
1940s Original British Station Benches, Model 2336
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940s Original British Station Benches – Model 2336 1940s Original British Station Benches – Model 2336.
Metal
Alvar Aalto Bench with War Time Legs by Artek in 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek bench with finger-jointed wartime legs. Designed by Alvar Aalto, and manufactured during war-time 1940s.
Birch, Fabric
Gilt Wrought Iron Bench / Stool with Gray Velvet Seat, France 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Gilt Iron Bench with Scrollwork details and grey velvet, 1940s In the manner of Gilbert Poillerat.
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
1940s Mahogany and Upholstered Bench with Brass Capped Legs and Medallions
Located in Germantown, MD
An elegant 1940s Mahogany and Upholstered Bench with Brass Capped Legs and Medallions.
Brass
Antique Hoffmann Daybed Bench for Howell Art Deco Chrome Tubular Bench 1940s
By Wolfgang Hoffmann
Located in Detroit, MI
This antique Art Deco or Bauhaus bench or daybed designed by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell was made in Austria circa 1940. This minimalist bench features a chrome-plated tubular steel...
Steel, Chrome
Low oak bench, Breton craftsmanship from the 1940s
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This large stained oak bench is a Breton piece from the 1940s. Its sleek design is enlivened by two central turned wooden posts, which add a decorative detail while ensuring the stru...
Oak
French Provincial Oak and Rush Bench, France, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
French Provincial Oak and Rush Bench, France, 1940s This French Provincial three-seat bench, crafted in France during the 1940s, embodies the timeless rustic elegance of regional cr...
Rush, Oak
Danish Modern Fritz Hansen "Funkis" Sofa Bench in Beech & Blue Fabric, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen, Frits Schlegel
Located in Odense, DK
Danish 1940s Modern "Funkis" sofa bench made by Fritz Hansen exclusively for the National Museum of Denmark.
Beech
French Brass Long Bench Upholstered in Striped Silk Fabric, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant hall or bedroom brass long bench upholstered in striped silk fabric, France, 1930s This outstanding neoclassical style bench was manufactured at the Art Deco Period. The se...
Brass
American Designer, Large Organic Bench, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A large organic off white bouclé fabric over wood bench designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Wood
French Reconstruction Era Solid Oak Compact Bench, France, 1940s
By Jean Prouvé, Marcel Gascoin
Located in New York, NY
In the style of Prouvé and Gascoin. The surface has been refinished and a minor structural damage on the seat has been professionally restored.
Oak
$3,036Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Bench With Angled Wooden Legs
Located in High Point, NC
This 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern upholstered bench exemplifies the clean lines and functional elegance associated with Central European design of the period.
Upholstery, Wood
Original Italian railway station bench made of chestnut and beech wood, 1940s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Original Italian railway station bench made of chestnut and beech wood, dating from the 1940s.
Beech, Chestnut
Original Italian railway station bench made of chestnut and beech wood, 1940s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Original Italian railway station bench made of chestnut and beech wood, dating from the 1940s.
Beech, Chestnut
$2,140Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Hollywood Regench Carved and Ebonized Wood Sitting Bench Chinoiserie/Asian
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's Chinoiserie/ Asian Carved and Ebonized Wood Sitting Bench. Amazing carving. Please look closely at pictures as they tell the details of the carvings.
Wood
Large Early 20th Century French Bench in Oak with Long Seat, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th Century Large French Bench in Oak with Long Seat Seat height 47cm
Oak
Wrought Iron Bench w. Cream P. Frey Mohair att. Gilbert Poillerat - France 1940s
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in New York, NY
"Ferronerie d'art" solid neoclassical wrought iron bench attributed to Gilbert Poillerat. Originally a coffee table. Turned into a beautiful bench freshly upholstered with Pierre Fre...
Wrought Iron
French Art Moderne Lyre Window Bench
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Moderne (1940s) gilt wrought iron window bench with scrolling legs and arms with lyre form
Wrought Iron
$2,450 / set
Rustic Hand Made Wood Benches 70" length each
Located in Atlanta, GA
Hand Made Rustic Benches, American, circa 1940s or earlier. They are an impressive size, measuring 70.25" length x 12.5" depth x 16.75" height approximately each.
Wood
Italian Mid Century Modernist Cabriole Leg Brass Bench
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Italian 1940's modernist upholstered bench with thick solid stylized brass cabriole scroll legs.
Brass
Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.
Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.
Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.
For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.
Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.
Benches are typically between 16 and 20 inches tall.
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