What is a prayer bench?

A prayer bench, also known as a hassock or prie-dieu, is a piece of furniture that you can kneel on when praying. It helps to keep your knees feeling comfortable and elevated off the floor. Shop a variety of prayer benches from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a bench seat?

Benches can be used in nearly every space, from the foyer to the bedroom to the living room. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host several guests with limited space. On 1stDibs, find benches and other seating today.

What are some types of benches?

Some types of benches designed primarily for indoor use include storage benches, entry benches, backless benches, settee benches and dining benches. Garden benches, memorial benches and planter benches are three types commonly displayed outdoors. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage and antique benches.

What is a telephone bench?

A telephone bench, sometimes called a gossip-bench, is a bench that features an attached side-table at one end. These styles became popular after the telephone was invented in the 19th century. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary telephone benches from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a parametric bench?

A parametric bench is a long seating solution made out of evenly spaced rows of wood. Because of the precision required to create the complex pieces, construction of parametric furniture normally uses computer-controlled manufacturing machinery. Find a collection of parametric furniture on 1stDibs.

What is a waterfall bench?

A waterfall bench is a bench that has rounded corners, which gives the illusion that the lines of the seating solution flow like water. Waterfall benches and other waterfall furniture were popular during the 1930s and 40s. Shop a collection of waterfall furniture on 1stDibs.

What is a deacon’s bench?

A deacon’s bench is a long bench with a back, and often arms, made up of spindles or slats. It is typically crafted from wood and often used as an entryway bench or at the foot of a bed. On 1stDibs, find a range of deacon’s benches.

What is a Windsor bench?

A Windsor bench is typically a two-seater chair built with solid wood and round-tenoned legs with seats that are a shallow dish or saddle shape for comfort. Windsor chairs grew in popularity during the 16th century with the design being fashioned after wheel spokes. Shop a selection of Windor-style seating on 1stDibs.

What is a cobblers bench?

A cobbler’s bench is a low-to-the-ground wooden bench that has a backless seat on one end and a workstation on the other.

What is a shoe bench?

A shoe bench refers to a bench that can also be utilized as a shoe storage compartment underneath the seating. Some shoe benches feature shelving, while others may have compartments to keep your shoes sorted. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary shoe benches on 1stDibs.

What is a settle bench?

Settle benches are long wooden benches with arms and tall backs. They were common in Europe during the first half of the 18th century.

What is a mission bench?

A mission bench is a long rectangular bench, often with a mid-height back and open arms. The bench is made out of wood, oak to be specific, and sometimes even animal skin. You’ll find a collection of mission benches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a teak bench?

A teak bench is a bench that is constructed from teak, which is a kind of tropical hardwood which is mostly used for making chairs, seats and even boats. Appreciated for its dense grain and rich luster, old-growth teak was a sought-after material among mid-century modern designers. With proper care, a teak bench can last for nearly 70 years! Find your long-lasting teak bench on 1stDibs.

What is a piano bench called?

A piano bench is called a duet bench, it is generally wide enough for two people to sit, and its width is in proportion to the width of the piano. A collection of antique and vintage piano benches can be found in varying colors on 1stDibs.

What is a bench with a back called?

A bench with a back on it is usually just called a bench, while one without a back is a backless bench. Pieces placed in public areas to seat one or two people are park benches. Longer, more decorative ones for home use are garden benches. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of benches.

What is the most durable outdoor bench?

There is no single most durable outdoor bench. Aluminum, steel and cast iron can all make for strong, sturdy benches, but other factors like how well you maintain a piece and the quality of the craftsmanship will affect how long a particular piece lasts. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of outdoor benches.

When were gossip benches made?

Gossip benches, also known as telephone benches, became popular shortly after the telephone was invented in the 1870s. They’re still made to this day, and are beloved by many homeowners and interior designers for their vintage flair. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary gossip benches from some of the world’s top sellers.

Are piano benches necessary?

No, piano benches are not necessary. You can sit on any stool or chair that is the appropriate height to play the piano. However, some pianists find them more comfortable or prefer how they look in front of the instrument. You'll find a selection of antique and vintage piano benches on 1stDibs.

What is the average height of a bench?

Benches are typically between 16 and 20 inches tall.

What is the best piano bench?

The best piano benches are really a matter of preference. Benches with a padded seat and options for adjusting the height are the most popular benches for such use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary piano benches from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.

Antique Bench Benches

17th Century Angloindian Day Bed Or Moorish Settle Bench

Swedish Bench Gustavian

Regency Mahogany Bench

French Painted Bench

Italian Limestone Bench

19th Century Mahogany Benches

Early 20th Century Leather Benches

Hall Bench

Pair of 19th Century English oak benches

$4,428 / set

Pair of 19th Century English oak benches

Located in Malton, GB

What is nice about these benches in particular is the depth of seat which is larger that usual making them ideal for dining or impressive hall benches.

Category

19th Century Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Napoleon III Ebonized Hourglass Shaped Bench

$3,850

Napoleon III Ebonized Hourglass Shaped Bench

Located in Essex, MA

Hourglass shape with nicely upholstered seat done in an orange fabric. Ebonized seat frame and turned lotus carved tapered legs with casters.

Category

1870s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Brass

Swedish 18th Century Wabi Sabi Rustic Bench

$5,722

Swedish 18th Century Wabi Sabi Rustic Bench

Located in London, GB

A monumental, late 18th century kitchen or hallway bench in beautifully patinated pine timber with visible remnants of historic paint.

Category

18th Century Swedish Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century French Chestnut Trestle Bench

$1,600

Early 20th Century French Chestnut Trestle Bench

Located in Round Top, TX

Early 20th century French bench with a simple trestle base and clean, understated lines.

Category

Early 20th Century French Country Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Chestnut

A Coalbrookdale cast iron garden bench

$8,011

A Coalbrookdale cast iron garden bench

By Coalbrookdale Foundry

Located in London, GB

late 19th century, cast with a pierced lily-pad design to the back and sides, centred with a mask, cast ‘C.B.DALE C No.195629’ and with registration lozenge, polychrome painted and w...

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Gray Painted Bench

$5,100

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Gray Painted Bench

Located in Round Top, TX

Exposed staples. This wood bench has been restored and is solid/stable; all nicks, scratches, distress, aged separation and signs of wear are commensurate with age and do not impact ...

Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Linen, Pine, Paint

Rustic oak bench, France, Mid 19th century

$2,558

Rustic oak bench, France, Mid 19th century

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Despite its utilitarian origins, the bench has a sculptural simplicity that makes it highly adaptable.

Category

Mid-19th Century French Provincial Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Mid 19th century rustic oak bench, France

$2,558

Mid 19th century rustic oak bench, France

Located in Meulebeke, BE

The bench’s weathered presence adds depth and soul to contemporary interiors, whether rustic, minimalist, or modern.

Category

Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Pair of South German Biedermeier Walnut Benches

$22,500 / set

Pair of South German Biedermeier Walnut Benches

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of South German Biedermeier (1820s) walnut benches with splayed form legs and upholstered seat with spool design side arms (PRICED AS Pair).

Category

19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Antique Louis XV-style Upholstered Piano Bench

$750

Antique Louis XV-style Upholstered Piano Bench

Located in San Francisco, CA

This undulating line integrates seamlessly into the corner joints to make the frame look organic and sculptural. The bench is supported by four classic cabriole, or S-curved legs.

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XV Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Textile, Mahogany

Italian Neoclassical Style Painted And Giltwood Bench

$4,350

Italian Neoclassical Style Painted And Giltwood Bench

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Neoclassical Style Painted And Giltwood Bench. Offered is a stunning Italian Neoclassical or Louis XVI style painted and giltwood bench professionally upholstered in a plush ...

Category

1920s Italian Neoclassical Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Giltwood

Barley Twist Bench/ Stool With Leather Cushion

$950

Barley Twist Bench/ Stool With Leather Cushion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 20thc barley twist stool or bench with a leather seat cushion on the top of the bench.

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair Of George I Walnut Benches

$12,500 / set

Pair Of George I Walnut Benches

Located in Essex, MA

Each with rectangular drop in green damask upholstered seat and molded edge of seat frame. Cabriole legs with carved scrolls and ending on hoof feet. By repute purchased from Mallett...

Category

Early 18th Century English George I Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Damask, Walnut

Vintage/Antique Shandong Elmwood Bench / 83" Long

$2,200

Vintage/Antique Shandong Elmwood Bench / 83" Long

Located in thousand oaks, CA

Absolutely stunning vintage extra-heavyweight rustic bench. This one-of-a-kind 83" extra long statement piece is an outstanding example of a solid Elmwood Shandong bench.

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Hardwood, Elm

17th century Jacobean carved oak bench, UK

$3,410

17th century Jacobean carved oak bench, UK

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A rare 17th‑century Jacobean bench in solid oak, exemplifying the robust craftsmanship and decorative vocabulary of early English furniture.

Category

17th Century British Jacobean Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Italian Brass Curule Bench With Lions Heads

$4,200

Italian Brass Curule Bench With Lions Heads

By Maison Jansen

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Brass Curule Bench With Lions Heads. Offered is a handsome Italian Neoclassical style brass curule bench with lions heads on all corners terminating in paw feet.

Category

1920s Italian Neoclassical Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Brass

Pair of rustic Oak Benches, France, 1850

$5,116 / set

Pair of rustic Oak Benches, France, 1850

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Despite their utilitarian origins, the benches have a sculptural clarity that makes them highly adaptable in contemporary interiors.

Category

Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Louis XVI Style Creme Painted Bench

$5,800

Louis XVI Style Creme Painted Bench

Located in Essex, MA

Rectangular with raised scrolled carved ends with caning. Upholstered seat and flute carved seat rail and with circular tapered fluted legs.

Category

Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Park Benches by Folke Bensow for Nafveqvarn

$20,000 / set

Park Benches by Folke Bensow for Nafveqvarn

Located in Allerum, SE

Fine pair of cast iron & wood benches designed by Folke Bensow (1886–1971) in the 1920's.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Cast Iron

18th Century Italian Walnut & Iron Benches - Pair

$12,500

18th Century Italian Walnut & Iron Benches - Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The backs can be folded down to make proper benches.

Category

18th Century Italian Primitive Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

1820 French Fruit-wood Regency Style Bench

$2,430

1820 French Fruit-wood Regency Style Bench

Located in Pomona, CA

The bench has been recovered. c1800-1820

Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fruitwood

Empire Bench in Mahogany Denmark 1810 - 1820

$2,202

Empire Bench in Mahogany Denmark 1810 - 1820

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant Danish Empire bench crafted in mahogany with a beautiful grain pattern and harmonious proportions.

Category

Early 19th Century Danish Empire Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Rustic Primitive Bench, Early 20th Century, France

$4,775

Rustic Primitive Bench, Early 20th Century, France

Located in Aartselaar, BE

Early 20th-Century French Wooden Bench, Rustic Design, Normandy Origin This early 20th-century French wooden bench, originating from the Normandy region in Northern France, reflects...

Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood, Oak

1970s Wooden Flower Pot Bench, Czechoslovakia

$216

1970s Wooden Flower Pot Bench, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition with minor signs of use

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Italian Neoclassical Style Painted and Giltwood Bench

$3,650

Italian Neoclassical Style Painted and Giltwood Bench

Located in Houston, TX

Stunning Italian Neoclassical style painted and gilt bench. This Italian 1920s Directoire style bench was taken down to the frame and professionally upholstered with cream striated c...

Category

1920s Italian Neoclassical Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Regence Style Giltwood Bench

$3,250

19th Century French Regence Style Giltwood Bench

Located in Houston, TX

19th century French Regence style giltwood bench. Stunning 19th century French Regence style gilt wood bench, ottoman, stool or tabouret.

Category

1860s European Régence Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Giltwood

French Louis XV Style Walnut Cane Bench

$3,200

French Louis XV Style Walnut Cane Bench

Located in Houston, TX

French Louis XV style walnut cane bench. This stunning French bench is a light shade of walnut and the cane seat is in very good tight condition.

Category

1920s French Louis XV Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Walnut, Cane

19th Century French Louis XIV Style Bench

$2,650

19th Century French Louis XIV Style Bench

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century French Louis XIV Style Bench. Our mid 19th century French Louis XIV style bench has beautifully carved legs connected by a lovely stretcher decorated with grotesque mask...

Category

1850s French Louis XIV Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Tapestry, Walnut

19th Century Split Bamboo Hoof Feet Bench

$2,452

19th Century Split Bamboo Hoof Feet Bench

Located in London, GB

A charming, 19th century bench constructed from carved timber with slatted, split-bamboo seat.

Category

19th Century Indonesian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Brass and Leather Fireplace Fender / Bench

$2,450

Antique Brass and Leather Fireplace Fender / Bench

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Solid brass and leather Fireplace Fender / Bench by the renowned William H. Jackson Co. The finest quality with exceptional detail.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Brass

Painted and Dated Folk Art Corner Bench

$18,800

Painted and Dated Folk Art Corner Bench

Located in Greenwich, CT

A hand-painted late 19th century Hungarian corner bench. The bench is crafted in a corner‑settle form, built from solid wood and finished in a deep, traditional blue‑green ground.

Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Extraordinary Pair Of Antique Jacobean Style Benches

$5,600 / set

Extraordinary Pair Of Antique Jacobean Style Benches

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A rare early pair of Antique Benches in Jacobean style with well turned Bobbin legs and stretchers and highly decorative full surround Gadrooned seat edge.

Category

18th Century Jacobean Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair Of George III Mahogany Benches

$6,800 / set

Pair Of George III Mahogany Benches

Located in Essex, MA

Each with a yellow velvet drop in seat with seat rail with carved C scrolls on the corners and saw tooth carved detail. With square section legs.

Category

1760s English George III Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Art Deco Brass Club Fender, Fireside Bench

$4,019

Art Deco Brass Club Fender, Fireside Bench

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Deco Brass Club Fender, Fireside Bench This is a lovely old country house piece, it is made in Brass with burgundy leather seats, it has a long front rail for ease of access to ...

Category

Early 1900s Country Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Brass

Swedish Folk Art Bench 'Fållbänk' ca 1850

$1,364

Swedish Folk Art Bench 'Fållbänk' ca 1850

Located in Farsta, SE

Swedish Folk Art Bench 'Fållbänk' ca 1850 Primitive rural bench with storage under the seat.

Category

1850s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Victorian Mahogany Bench By Johnstone & Jeanes

$4,850

Victorian Mahogany Bench By Johnstone & Jeanes

Located in Essex, MA

Stamped on underside Johnstone & Jeanes. 67 New Bond street. London. Rectangular with roller pin ends, a plain apron and turned tapered legs. The maker is considered one of the fines...

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Rustic Wooden Bench, France, 1900s

$1,023

Mid-Century Rustic Wooden Bench, France, 1900s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1900 / bench / wood / rustic / mid-century This beautifully crafted wooden French bench is the perfect addition to any interior.

Category

Late 19th Century French Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Swedish Carved Oak Bench

$4,400

Early 19th Century Swedish Carved Oak Bench

Located in Round Top, TX

Slight bow/raised lip to the bench seat but causes no structural issues. Stable to sit on and use.

Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Renaissance Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

High Back Pine Settle, Fireside Pub Bench

$1,158

High Back Pine Settle, Fireside Pub Bench

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

High Back Pine Settle, Fireside Pub Bench This is an old Pine Settle, it has a planked back and curved end supports, it is made in 1” thick pine, the pine has an old waxed finish and...

Category

1920s Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Good Oak Table Top Hall Bench Settle

$1,764

Good Oak Table Top Hall Bench Settle

Located in Swadlincote, GB

A very good medium oak hall bench, top swivells over to create a table, lift up lid for storage, excellent colour and condition. 37" high 42" wide 22" depth You are welcome to view...

Category

Early 20th Century English Jacobean Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Bench No.2 by Folke Bensow

$4,434

Bench No.2 by Folke Bensow

By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk

Located in Stockholm, SE

Designed by Folke Bensow. For Nafveqvarns Bruk for the World exibition in Paris 1925. Swedish stand. Cast iron sides. Wooden planks. Distressed white paint all over.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

Large Swedish 19th century painted pine bench

$3,065

Large Swedish 19th century painted pine bench

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Large Swedish 19th century painted pine bench circa 1890. Here we present a Swedish painted bench which has been dry scraped through its various layers of lifetime paint.

Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine, Paint

Italian 19th Century Turned Leg Walnut Benches

$1,800

Italian 19th Century Turned Leg Walnut Benches

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand-carved, walnut Tuscan style benches with stretchers. New Scalamandre upholstery. 4 available.

Category

1880s Italian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Late Empire bench in Polished Beech, Denmark

$1,745

Late Empire bench in Polished Beech, Denmark

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant late Empire bench in polished beech, newly upholstered in a light velour blend.

Category

Mid-19th Century Danish Empire Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

$3,295

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Arts & Crafts solid oak spindle back banker or lawyer bench USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 75.5"W x 22.5"D x 33.75"H.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

$3,295

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Arts & Crafts solid oak spindle back banker or lawyer bench USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 75.63"W x 22"D x 34"H.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Pair Of Schoolbred Style Oak Benches

$6,800 / set

Pair Of Schoolbred Style Oak Benches

Located in Essex, MA

Each rectangular with cylindrical handles. Raised on turned tapered legs.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Magnificent 19th Century Neo-Gothic Wooden Bench

$3,126

Magnificent 19th Century Neo-Gothic Wooden Bench

Located in Madrid, ES

Act now to make this stunning Neo-Gothic bench a centerpiece in your collection!

Category

1890s Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Rustic Travail Populaire Bench, France, 19th Century

$4,300

Rustic Travail Populaire Bench, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

A beautifully preserved rustic bench from 19th-century France, exuding the charm of simple rural craftsmanship.

Category

19th Century French Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Gustavian inspired 19th century Swedish pine bench

$2,656

Gustavian inspired 19th century Swedish pine bench

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Gustavian inspired 19th century Swedish pine bench circa 1890. Elegant painted pine bench from the late 19th century, very much in the taste of the gustavian period.

Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine, Paint

Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet

$8,500

Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet

Located in Greenwich, CT

An 18th century West Country painted pine settle, the raised panel back extending almost to the floor (to keep out drafts), on open sled-form feet, with shaped arms, and raised ears ...

Category

1780s English Georgian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Walnut Bench with Arms

$1,975

19th Century French Walnut Bench with Arms

Located in High Point, NC

19th century French bench with arms. The frame is made from walnut, and has two hand carved and shaped scrolled arms, resting on fluted supports.

Category

19th Century French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Painted Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle.

$1,595

Painted Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle.

Located in Baltimore, MD

The top rail of this pretty bench is boldly scalloped and with the other backboards frames a single long rectangular panel.

Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Georgian Style Ball & Claw Foot Bench

$1,450

Georgian Style Ball & Claw Foot Bench

Located in San Francisco, CA

The glory of this piece, as with some ladies, is in its legs. Beautifully hand carved, each leg features a spray of ruffle-edge acanthus leaves leading the eye down to the ball and c...

Category

Early 20th Century Georgian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Seventeenth-Century Antique Rustic Bench from Galicia

$5,817

Seventeenth-Century Antique Rustic Bench from Galicia

Located in London, GB

Last image shows similar matching bench, sourced from the same farmhouse.

Category

17th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Execptional bench giltwood louis XIV style

$15,000

Execptional bench giltwood louis XIV style

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Magnificent regence style giltwood, exeptional carved wood the fabric is silk and coming from the famous silkerie in LYON france who specialise in silk fabric since the 18th century....

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood, Silk

Primitive American Hand Made Wood Carved Bench

$2,296Sale Price|30% Off

Primitive American Hand Made Wood Carved Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rustic modern primitive bench. Hand carved weathered patina that has withstood the test of time.

Category

Late 19th Century American Primitive Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Italian Walnut Benches with Silk Velvet Fabric

$11,600 / set

Italian Walnut Benches with Silk Velvet Fabric

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The scroll legs give elegance to these benches.

Category

Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Large 19th Century English Oak Hall Bench

$4,905

Large 19th Century English Oak Hall Bench

Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB

A large C19th oak hall bench, with arched back with pierced carving featuring intertwined trifold and quatrefoils, flanked by swept arms with scroll corbels and coronet capitals, rai...

Category

1840s English Early Victorian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Early 18th Century Welsh Painted Tavern Bench

$4,319

Early 18th Century Welsh Painted Tavern Bench

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Early 18th century Welsh painted oak tavern bench with nice faded/ worn paint work. 1720. Seat height: 17.5-inches (44cm) Code: 8846 Dimensions: W: 68" (172.7 cm) H: 44.5" (113 c...

Category

18th Century Welsh Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

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Antique Bench Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique bench benches is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique bench benches was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and oak. Antique bench benches have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique bench benches bearing Victorian or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique bench benches over the years, but those made by Andrianna Shamaris, Thonet and Jacob and Josef Kohn are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Bench Benches?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,902, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $350,000 highest priced.

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.

Questions About Antique Bench Benches

What is a prayer bench?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A prayer bench, also known as a hassock or prie-dieu, is a piece of furniture that you can kneel on when praying. It helps to keep your knees feeling comfortable and elevated off the floor. Shop a variety of prayer benches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a bench seat?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
Benches can be used in nearly every space, from the foyer to the bedroom to the living room. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host several guests with limited space. On 1stDibs, find benches and other seating today.
What are some types of benches?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Some types of benches designed primarily for indoor use include storage benches, entry benches, backless benches, settee benches and dining benches. Garden benches, memorial benches and planter benches are three types commonly displayed outdoors. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage and antique benches.
What is a telephone bench?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A telephone bench, sometimes called a gossip-bench, is a bench that features an attached side-table at one end. These styles became popular after the telephone was invented in the 19th century. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary telephone benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is a parametric bench?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A parametric bench is a long seating solution made out of evenly spaced rows of wood. Because of the precision required to create the complex pieces, construction of parametric furniture normally uses computer-controlled manufacturing machinery. Find a collection of parametric furniture on 1stDibs.
What is a waterfall bench?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
A waterfall bench is a bench that has rounded corners, which gives the illusion that the lines of the seating solution flow like water. Waterfall benches and other waterfall furniture were popular during the 1930s and 40s. Shop a collection of waterfall furniture on 1stDibs.
What is a deacon’s bench?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A deacon’s bench is a long bench with a back, and often arms, made up of spindles or slats. It is typically crafted from wood and often used as an entryway bench or at the foot of a bed. On 1stDibs, find a range of deacon’s benches.
What is a Windsor bench?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Windsor bench is typically a two-seater chair built with solid wood and round-tenoned legs with seats that are a shallow dish or saddle shape for comfort. Windsor chairs grew in popularity during the 16th century with the design being fashioned after wheel spokes. Shop a selection of Windor-style seating on 1stDibs.
What is a cobblers bench?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A cobbler’s bench is a low-to-the-ground wooden bench that has a backless seat on one end and a workstation on the other.
What is a shoe bench?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A shoe bench refers to a bench that can also be utilized as a shoe storage compartment underneath the seating. Some shoe benches feature shelving, while others may have compartments to keep your shoes sorted. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary shoe benches on 1stDibs.
What is a settle bench?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Settle benches are long wooden benches with arms and tall backs. They were common in Europe during the first half of the 18th century.
What is a mission bench?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A mission bench is a long rectangular bench, often with a mid-height back and open arms. The bench is made out of wood, oak to be specific, and sometimes even animal skin. You’ll find a collection of mission benches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a teak bench?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A teak bench is a bench that is constructed from teak, which is a kind of tropical hardwood which is mostly used for making chairs, seats and even boats. Appreciated for its dense grain and rich luster, old-growth teak was a sought-after material among mid-century modern designers. With proper care, a teak bench can last for nearly 70 years! Find your long-lasting teak bench on 1stDibs.
What is a piano bench called?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A piano bench is called a duet bench, it is generally wide enough for two people to sit, and its width is in proportion to the width of the piano. A collection of antique and vintage piano benches can be found in varying colors on 1stDibs.
What is a bench with a back called?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
A bench with a back on it is usually just called a bench, while one without a back is a backless bench. Pieces placed in public areas to seat one or two people are park benches. Longer, more decorative ones for home use are garden benches. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of benches.
What is the most durable outdoor bench?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There is no single most durable outdoor bench. Aluminum, steel and cast iron can all make for strong, sturdy benches, but other factors like how well you maintain a piece and the quality of the craftsmanship will affect how long a particular piece lasts. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of outdoor benches.
When were gossip benches made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Gossip benches, also known as telephone benches, became popular shortly after the telephone was invented in the 1870s. They’re still made to this day, and are beloved by many homeowners and interior designers for their vintage flair. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary gossip benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
Are piano benches necessary?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
No, piano benches are not necessary. You can sit on any stool or chair that is the appropriate height to play the piano. However, some pianists find them more comfortable or prefer how they look in front of the instrument. You'll find a selection of antique and vintage piano benches on 1stDibs.
What is the average height of a bench?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Benches are typically between 16 and 20 inches tall.
What is the best piano bench?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
The best piano benches are really a matter of preference. Benches with a padded seat and options for adjusting the height are the most popular benches for such use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary piano benches from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.

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