African Wood Bench
Mid-20th Century African Tribal Benches
Wood
20th Century African Primitive Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century Ivorian Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century African Minimalist Benches
Wood
20th Century African Tribal Benches
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
20th Century Malian Tribal Benches
Wood
20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Benches
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Steel
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Steel
Vintage 1960s Beninese Tribal Benches
Wood
1990s Ivorian Rustic Benches
Wood
2010s Argentine Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s Ivorian Tribal Benches
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Ash
Antique Early 1900s African Moorish Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Benches
Hardwood
2010s American Post-Modern Benches
Leather, Wood
20th Century Malian Rustic Benches
Wood
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Benches
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Mohair, Wood
Early 20th Century Egyptian Moorish Benches
Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Wood, Upholstery
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Metal
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Wood
2010s French Post-Modern Benches
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Nutwood, Plywood, Lacquer
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Nutwood, Plywood, Lacquer
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Nutwood, Plywood, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
20th Century Javanese Country Benches
Wood
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Oak
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Oak
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Beech
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Beech
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Oak
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Oak
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Oak
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Walnut
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Beech
2010s Argentine Modern Benches
Metal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Cherry
2010s Belgian Modern Benches
Steel
2010s Belgian Modern Benches
Steel
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Beech
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches
Textile, Beech
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Finding the Right benches for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Many types of wood can be used for an outside bench — it is really a matter of preference. Generally, hardwood is considered the best option since these varieties are durable, rot-resistant and have the best chance at a long life outdoors.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The best wood for a garden bench is one that is durable and naturally weather-resistant. The need for outdoor chairs, tables and benches to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. For a touch of glamour in your garden, antique and vintage pieces from France or Italy, which have already proven they can stand the test of time, can introduce an elegant sensibility to your outdoor space. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage garden benches.
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