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Paul Láslzó Bench in Mahogany and Cane
By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul László for Glenn of California, bench or sofa, mahogany, cane, United States, 1950 This sofa or bench, a creation of Paul László, contains a well-preserved caned back and seat....
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Paul Láslzó Bench in Mahogany and Cane
Paul Láslzó Bench in Mahogany and Cane
H 30.99 in W 70.99 in D 25.01 in
Vintage Pair of Wicker Mushroom Shape Benches Stools
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage wicker, mushroom shape, stools benches. Original light mint green paint. No missing or broken wicker pieces. Can be painted or lacquered a different color for ...
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Stools

Materials

Wicker

1990s Lane Venture Rattan Bench on Castors
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan bench you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful bench is statement pie...
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1990s American Bohemian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

White and Gold Paint Decorated Cane French Louis XV Style Six Leg Window Bench
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a charming upholstered cushion over a cane base bench. The bench is painted in white and gold and is in good original condition with no major issues. The upholstery is origin...
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Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Benches

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Mid Century American Modern Wood, Black Naugahyde & Cane Bench or Chaise Lounge
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A clean simple design bench from the 1960's. It features solid wood framing, caning and black naugahyde seating. Clean ready to use condition.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Naugahyde, Cane, Wood

American Designer, Bench, Walnut, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and rattan bench designed and produced in the US, 1950s. seat height 14”.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Paul McCobb Brass & Cane Bench
By Paul McCobb
Located in Highland, IN
This lovely model 7709 Paul McCobb bench, is light and elegant. The brass bass with its X shaped stretchers supports a walnut and cane top. Comfort can be increased with the addition...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Brass & Cane Bench
Paul McCobb Brass & Cane Bench
H 14.5 in W 30 in D 17 in
Vintage Pair of Palm Beach Rattan Bamboo Pagoda Stools Ottomans Benches
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage rattan bamboo pagoda benches stools ottomans footstools. No damage or defects. Original vintage natural finish. Ready to add your cushion. Dimensions: 14.5 H x...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan

The Twisted Sassafras Wood & Rush Seat Bench, by Studio Artist, David Ebner
By David Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
Works by Internationally Renowned Studio Craft Designer David N Ebner, from the Sassafras Twisted Stick Collection. One of three ever made in this size,of twisted wood and woven rush...
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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Benches

Materials

Rush, Wood

Vintage Pencil Reed Curved Bench
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-Century Modern curved bench made of pencil reed and covered in fabric. The piece is a mix of Hollywood Regency, Caribbean and Island design and brings a relaxed coastal charm to ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Reed

Vintage Pencil Reed Curved Bench
Vintage Pencil Reed Curved Bench
H 18 in W 53 in D 28 in
Sno-Cone Indoor Swing, Single Seater in Hand Dyed Cotton Velvet
By Gabriela Noelle
Located in Miami, FL
The Sno-Cone swing is a playful indoor swing featuring a hand dyed multi-color velvet cushion, colorful accessory cord, a Lucite base and Lucite accessories created in collaboration ...
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2010s American Other Benches

Materials

Lambskin, Mohair, Acrylic, Lucite, Fabric, Rope

60" Woven Rush Bench in Walnut by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
Available in 44" or 60". RLB 60 measures 60"w 18"d 17"h RLB 44 measured 44"w 18"d 17"h Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956, the Woven Rush Benches have been redesigned by Jud...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rush, Walnut

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Low Mahogany & Cane Bench, Coffee Table, 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Low Slung Cane, bleached Mahogany Bench -Cocktail Table. Featuring a sturdy rectangular solid bleached Mahogany frame, stretchers to each end, inset w...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Mahogany, Cane

Paul Laszlo, Bench, Mahogany, Rattan, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany and rattan bench designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Glenn of California, USA, 1950s seat height: 13.5”
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Paul Laszlo, Bench, Mahogany, Rattan, 1950s
Paul Laszlo, Bench, Mahogany, Rattan, 1950s
H 31.5 in W 70.25 in D 28.5 in
French Louis XVI Style Cane Curve Back Settee
By Baker Furniture Company, Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A very sweet small scale Louis XVI style settee in pink & green damask stripe jacquard floral upholstery; enhanced with a single custom goose down bolster cushion. Excellent vintage ...
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20th Century American Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

44" Woven Rush Bench in Walnut by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956, the Woven Rush Benches have been redesigned by Judy Smilow and officially reintroduced in 2013. This collection’s handwoven seating and han...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rush, Walnut

44" Woven Rush Bench in Ash by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956, the Woven Rush Benches have been redesigned by Judy Smilow and officially reintroduced in 2013. This collection’s handwoven seating and han...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rush, Ash

Late 20th Century Italian White Rush Seat Bench
Located in Charleston, SC
Late 20th century Italian style Rush Seat with a Cream distressed finish Bench. Gorgeous Bench in Great Vintage Condition. Solid and Firm. Wear is usual for its age. Please see ph...
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Late 20th Century American Country Benches

Materials

Rush, Wood, Paint

Pick-Me-Up Indoor Swing, Single Seater in Tibetan Lamb, Rose Quartz
By Gabriela Noelle
Located in Miami, FL
The Pick-Me-Up Single Seater Swing is a playful indoor swing featuring a Tibetan Lamb cushion, colorful accessory cord, a Lucite base and Lucite accessories. Featured here is a Tibet...
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2010s American Other Benches

Materials

Lambskin, Mohair, Acrylic, Lucite, Fabric, Rope

Arthur Umanoff Birch and Iron Bench/Coffee Table with Rush Nesting Stools
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arthur Umanoff slatted birch bench/coffee table with iron legs concealing three nesting stools with rush seats (ca. 1950s, USA). Compact piece, ideal for smaller rooms with space li...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Chinoiserie Upholstered Rattan Ottomans
By McGuire
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a pair of McGuire style benches upholstered with attached box cushions on rectangular chinoiserie rattan bases. 1960s era. In very good condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Hardwood

Vintage Boho Turned Wood Spindle Bench
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho bench. A chic turned wood spindle design with a perfect rush seat. Sure to add a flash of charm to any space. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category

Late 20th Century American Benches

Materials

Rush, Wood

Vintage Boho Turned Wood Spindle Bench
Vintage Boho Turned Wood Spindle Bench
H 40.5 in W 55.5 in D 17.5 in
Katavolos, Littell and Kelley, Bench, Metal, Wood, Reed, USA, 1950s
By Laverne Originals, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal, wood and woven reed bench, designed byWilliam Katavolos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelley and produced by Laverne Originals, c. 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Unique Wrought Iron and Wicker Gossip Bench in the Style of Arthur Umanoff 1950s
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Mexico, DF
Very unique wrought iron and wicker Gossip Bench from the 50s. in the very simple yet sophisticated style of Arthur Umanoff (doesn´t have authentication). The design is simple and li...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Coastal Rattan X Bench
Located in west palm beach, FL
A very chic vintage coastal rattan bench. Perfect for many uses. End of your bed, entry hall or additional outdoor seating. You decide! Acquired at a Palm Beach estate.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Benches

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Coastal Rattan X Bench
Vintage Coastal Rattan X Bench
H 19 in W 47 in D 16 in
Pair of Laura Kirar for McGuire Rattan Raffia King Benches
By McGuire, Laura Kirar
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of lacquered rattan and raffia grass cloth benches or diminutive daybeds designed by Laura Kirar for McGuire. Known as ring benches they feature an oak frame with rattan...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Raffia, Rattan

Paul Laszlo Cane Bench for Glenn of California
By Paul Laszlo, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare museum grade bench by Paul Laszlo for Glenn of California, c.1950s. The bench features an oiled mahogany frame with newly woven cane seat and back. The woven seat lays atop the ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Bay Bench, Modern Rope Woven Seat Bench
By Phloem Studio
Located in Stevenson, WA
Our Bay Bench is a simple bench seat with a rope woven seat, perfect for an entryway, a dining table, or auxiliary seating. We utilize a polypropylene rope with a contemporary yacht ...
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2010s American Benches

Materials

Rope, Hardwood

Bay Bench, Modern Rope Woven Seat Bench
Bay Bench, Modern Rope Woven Seat Bench
H 18.5 in W 48 in D 16.5 in
Captain's Settee, Modern Solid Wood Rope Woven Seat Settee
By Phloem Studio
Located in Stevenson, WA
The Captain’s Settee is a modern settee with a rope woven seat. Available in 3 standard lengths. 74.5" length shown here. Please reach out for custom sizing. We utilize a polypropyle...
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2010s American Benches

Materials

Rope, Wood

Arthur Umanoff Midcentury Iron and Rattan Catchall Table Stool
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff mid-century Iron and Rattan Catchall Table Stool This Stool measures: 32 wide x 20 deep x 15.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Carved Mahogany Ladder Back Country Rush Seat Loveseat Bench MINT!
By Pennsylvania House, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Carved Mahogany Ladder Back Country Rush Seat Loveseat Bench MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut, Rattan

Regency Style Bench
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in North Miami, FL
Beautiful regency beach with upholstered seat cushion. Seat height 16” without the cushion.
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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Cane, Wood

Regency Style Bench
Regency Style Bench
H 28.5 in W 51 in D 18 in
Regency Style Cane Window Bench by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
Fabulous caned scroll arm window bench by Baker Furniture featuring Directoire styling to the walnut frame with new custom seat upholstered in Brunschwig & Fils floral velvet. The gr...
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20th Century American Directoire Benches

Materials

Velvet, Cane, Walnut

Regency Style Cane Window Bench by Baker
Regency Style Cane Window Bench by Baker
H 29 in W 48.5 in D 14.5 in
Louis XVI Bench Hand Carved Gilt Hardwood Woven Caning Brass Taupe Brown Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Louis XVI Bench gilt hand carved hardwood, handwoven Cane Backrest and Taupe color Cotton Fabric Upholstery, made in USA. The tapered legs on this graceful French style b...
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Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Benches

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pair White Wicker Stools Benches Ottomans New Coral Upholstery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of white wicker stools, benches, ottomans, newly upholstered in a beautiful coral. Dimensions: 16 H x 16.5 D x 16.5 W.
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Early 19th Century Black Painted Bench with Lyre-Form Backs-Plats & Rush Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 19th Century American black painted bench with lyre-form back-splats & rush seat.
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Antique Early 19th Century American Benches

Materials

Rush, Wood, Paint

Vintage Ficks and Reed Rattan Chaise Lounge
By Ficks Reed
Located in Bellport, NY
A newly upholstered Ficks and Reed chaise longue, indoor outdoor fabric, new fill in cushions, zippers installed. Lovely condition, easily placed in most settings. F & R now in busi...
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Vintage 1970s American British Colonial Chaise Longues

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Paint

Canva Bench, Walnut with Handwoven Natural Danish Cord, Occasional Bench
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring woven paper cord, walnut, and modest tapers the Canva bench explores a love for material and craftsmanship welded with warm welcome. Constructed with a mortice and Tenon fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Wood, Walnut

Stylish Faux Bamboo Bench with New Raffia Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish rectangular bench having painted faux bamboo base and new organic modern raffia upholstery.
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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Raffia

Majestic Restored Pagoda Coffee Table or Bench by John Wisner, circa 1954
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite meticulously restored Pagoda form coffee table or bench. Stout expertly constructed rattan frame with a beautiful woven raffia top which produces a fabulous parquet effe...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Hardwood

Handsome Boxy Caned Bench Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Hollywood Regency boxy caned bench. The cushion will need to be reupholstered. This piece retains its original black lacquered finish with some wear-great vintage appeal.
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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Hollywood Regency Oak Classic Bench Turned Legs & Carved Decor Handwoven Cane
Located in Miami, FL
American Hollywood Regency classic bench with peach cotton Seat Upholstery. All around woven caning frame and a sturdy base with turned wooden legs and carved lines for Decor. Grea...
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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Wood, Cane

Papyri Bench, Occasional Woven Bench in Blackened Ash and Natural Danish Cord
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring a mortice and tenon frame, custom doweling and a handwoven seat, the Papyri Bench is artisan-crafted from recyclable paper cord, and sustainably harvested Ash. The seat fe...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Custom Midcentury Style Modern Woven Rush Benches
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom, Mid-Century Modern style benches feature walnut and ash tapered legs with woven rush seat, made in Brooklyn, NY by City Foundry. The benches are available in 24 inch, 36 inch...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rush, Ash, Walnut

Cotton Candy Swing, Multi-Color, Made to Order
By Gabriela Noelle
Located in Miami, FL
The Cotton Candy swinging bench is a playful indoor swing for two featuring a Tibetan Lamb cushion, colorful accessory cord, a Lucite base and Lucite accessories. Featured here is a ...
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2010s American Other Benches

Materials

Lambskin, Mohair, Acrylic, Lucite, Rope

Canva Bench, White Oak with Handwoven Danish Cord, Occasional Bench
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring woven paper cord, sustainable lumber, and modest tapers, the Canva bench explores a love for material and craftsmanship welded with warm welcome. Constructed with a mortice...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Wood, Walnut

Pair of Vintage Vogue Rattan Olive Green Bamboo and Rattan Benches Stools 1970
By Vogue Rattan
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of vintage olive green bamboo and rattan stools or benches made by Vogue Rattan. Original stripped Linen Fabric. Makers Mark underneath, Vogue Rattan.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Custom Mid-Century Modern Style Rattan Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CF signature, Mid-Century Modern style, bench features a solid walnut and ashwood frame with handwoven rattan seat, custom made in Brooklyn by cityFoundry. The bench slopes from 18 -...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan, Ash, Walnut

Canva Bench, Walnut with Handwoven Black Danish Cord, Occasional Bench
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring woven paper cord, walnut, and modest tapers, the Canva bench explores a love for material and craftsmanship welded with warm welcome. Constructed with a mortice and Tenon f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Wood, Walnut

60" Woven Rush Bench in Ash by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956, the Woven Rush Benches have been redesigned by Judy Smilow and officially reintroduced in 2013. This collection’s handwoven seating and han...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rush, Ash

American Victorian Wicker Low Stools
Located in New York, NY
2 American Victorian round painted wicker low stools with stretcher (priced each).   
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Benches

Materials

Wicker

Bench/Stool Modern Medieval Handmade Horsehair Iron Tassel Fringe Woven
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
HORSE HAIR BENCH NO. 3 J.M. Szymanski D. 2022 Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to create an exciting juxtaposition of ele...
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2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Iron, Steel

Regency Style Cerused Faux Bamboo Bench or Chaise In Silk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a wonderful Regency style lymed faux bamboo and cane bench or chaise. It is unmarked and in very good condition, but the silk upholstery is vintage. The bolsters have stainin...
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Vintage 1970s American Regency Benches

Materials

Silk, Cane, Wood

Fabulous Mod White Faux Bamboo Wood Pucci Style Upholstered Bench Hollywood Glam
By William Billy Haines
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous mod white faux bamboo Pucci style upholstered bench. The vintage upholstery shows some light wear with a few minor spots but is very presentable as is. This wonderful bench ...
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Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Wood

Black Lacquered Wood, Brass & Cane Seating Bench Mid-Century Modern Asian Style
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
Chinoiserie inspired Mid-Century Modern rectangular seating bench in Black Lacquer. The Bench features a wooden frame with woven cane backrest. The legs have brass covers. Completely...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

21st Century Hand Rushed Woven Bench by Craftsman Tim Hagen
Located in Amarillo, TX
Incredible craftsmanship shines in this hand rushed woven teak bench.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Benches

Materials

Rush, Teak

Pair of Natural Woven X Base Benches with Wrapped Rattan Legs
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Great pair of X base benches. Natural woven rattan seat with contrasting wrapped legs and cross bar. Nice size, 20 by 20 by 17" tall.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Benches

Materials

Rattan

Matching Pair of Midcentury Hollywood Regency Yellow Rattan and Brass Bench Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Classic looking pair of benches straight out of the 1970s. They feature yellow rattan wood frames, upholstered seats, and brass accents. Price includes the pair.
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Brass

Giacomo Bench, Ebonized Ash with Handwoven Black Danish Cord
By Michael Yates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A bench with subtle curves (shown in ebonized ash) with a woven Danish cord seat, perfect for use in the bedroom, hallway, living space or kitchen. Measures 59”.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Ash

Pair of Chic Benches in Wicker in the Style of Karl Springer, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of chic benches in white wicker with curving sides and newly reupholstered seats in the style of Karl Springer, American 1970's. Newly reupholstered in linen by Lobel Modern. ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

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American Natural Fiber Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of american natural fiber benches for sale on 1stDibs. Find 157 antique and vintage american natural fiber benches at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 44 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. American natural fiber benches have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of american natural fiber benches to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern american natural fiber benches are of considerable interest. Large american natural fiber benches can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller american natural fiber benches available at 1stDibs — each spanning 1 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Gabriela Noelle, Arthur Umanoff and Mel Smilow each produced beautiful american natural fiber benches that are worth considering.

How Much are American Natural Fiber Benches?

Prices for american natural fiber benches start at $375 and top out at $17,900 with the average selling for $2,400.

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.