Elsie Crawford for Sintoform 'Carousel' Planter Sofa Bench in Fiberglass
By Sintoform, Elsie Crawford
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Elsie Crawford for Sintoform, 'Carousel' sofa bench, fiberglass, United States, 1969 The Carousel sofa bench, designed by American artist Elsie Crawford for Sintoform, is a distinct...
Fiberglass
Customizable Wittmann Party Lounge Sofa Bench by Friedrich Kiesler
By Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
The term party lounge, registered as a patent by Friedrich Kiesler in 1936, is something of a declaration of intent, as the sofa has room for up to six people – enough for a party. ...
Leather, Fabric
Arne Norell Safari Sofa Tropical Swedish 1960 Leather Bench
By Arne Norell
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Unique sofa of the 1960s of the designer Arne Norell in massive mahogany and black leather. New Tropical cotton fabric remakes.
Leather, Mahogany
$1,786Sale Price|20% Off
1960's Midcentury Modern Dutch Design 3 Seat Sofa Bench
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Dutch Design 3 Seat Sofa Bench, made in the Netherlands 1960's. Minimalist design on this low sofa or bench.
Metal
Sofa Bench Swedish Baroque Period 1650-1750 Brown Black, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Sofa bench Swedish Baroque Period 1650-1750 brown black, Sweden.
Leather, Wood
Fiberglass Sculptural Sofa, Bench, Loveseat '24U' Stone Finish Outdoor Indoor
By NAE
Located in Bochum, NRW
"2 4 U" is a limited edition designer Sofa, Bench, and Love seat for indoor or outdoor use.
Fiberglass
Military Canvas and Antique Brass Two-Seat Sofa and Bench
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This order contains (1) of each piece. (1) two-seat sofa and (1) Bench Two-seat sofa dimensions: 82 W x 36 D x 30 H (inches) Bench dimensions: 48 W x 28 D x 17 H (inches) Sinc...
Steel
1960s Architectural Sofa Bench by Pedro Ramírez Vázquez for IRGSA
By Pedro Ramirez Vazquez
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Pedro Ramírez Vázquez father of Mexican Modern Architecture Sofa extraordinaire Mexico Modernism 1960s. Floating mahogany wood-plywood. New upholstery in light gray pattern. New marb...
Marble
$2,360Sale Price / set|50% Off
Ligne Roset Moël Three Seater Sofa and Bench by Inga Sempé
By Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Condition Notes: Both the sofa and bench are in very good condition, with no marks or stains in the fabric.
Velvet
Ligne Roset Moël Three Seater Sofa and Bench by Inga Sempé
By Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Condition Notes: Both the sofa and bench are in very good condition, with no marks or stains in the fabric.
Velvet
Eliel Saarinen Cranbrook "The Blue Settee" Art Nouveau Settle Sofa or Bench
By Eliel Saarinen, Adelta
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding Art Nouveau style settle sofa or bench Designed by Eliel Saarinen in 1929 Produced by Adelta Oy Finland, 1980s Painted solid birch wood frame, with sawtoot...
Upholstery, Birch, Lacquer
Antique Early 19th Century Gustavian Sofa / Bench, By a Swedish Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning antique late Gustavian sofa/bench, skillfully crafted by a talented Swedish cabinetmaker of the era.
Pine
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Painted Barrel Back Sofa Bench with Splayed Legs
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful 19th c. Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period, newly upholstered in linen fabric with nail head trim.
Linen, Wood, Paint
Søren Hansen, Rare Sofa / Bench Model 2240 for Fritz Hansen, 1939
By Fritz Hansen, Søren Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
As a sculptural piece, this lovely sofa/bench could find a place in any impressive house, standing in a lobby, or a living room as well, and could also be perfect standing in a bedro...
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric
Walnut Leather Brown Spanish Sofa, Bench 18th Century Baroque Cordoba Ironwork
Located in Miami, FL
Doble Armchair or Sofa with arms and high back of the type known as “frailero”, which has leather with studs on the seat and upper part of the back, very low chambrances joining the ...
Leather, Walnut
Antique Swedish Sofa Bench Settee in Original Paint, Gustavian Period, 18th c.
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful antique Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period dry scraped to its original patina.
Linen, Wood, Paint
18th C. Italian Venetian Sofa with Removable Back (Converts to a Bench!)
Located in Atlanta, GA
See our additional images on the conversion from sofa to bench. This 18th century Venetian sofa is pure and elegant, it will be a graceful and sophisticated addition to any living sp...
Wood, Linen
B&B Italia "Charles CH230" Sofa & "CH150P" Bench Ottoman - In Red Velvet
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is an iconic “Charles CH230” 3-Seat Sofa with “CH150P” Bench Ottoman/Footstool from the “Maxalto” range of seating from the world renown Italian furniture h...
Velvet
Antique Tripple Rush Seat Solid Linen Upholstery Cushion Bench Sattee Sofa Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very decorative antique tripple rush seat solid linen upholstery cushion bench sattee sofa mint!
Rush, Chestnut
Swedish Period Rococo 3-Chair Back Painted Sofa Bench, Early 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique Swedish rococo style sofa bench has a nice teal blue color which is an old finish, though not original.
Upholstery, Wood
Italian Pair of Antique Carved-Wood and Upholstered Sofa Benches, 5.25 Ft
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of early 20th century Italian sofa benches are approximately 5.25 feet in length each, and will make a wonderful seating arrangement for your home.
Upholstery, Wood
Large Restored Hand Dyed Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa Large Bench Piece
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England large fully restored Chesterfield brown leather bench This piece is exquisite, fully restored, made in England ...
Leather
Charlotte Perriand Refolo Low Table, Bench or Sofa for Cassina, Italy - new
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Berlin, DE
Low table that can also be used as a sofa or bench designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953.
Wood
19th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Gustavian sofa bench with original paint. Exquisite carving on the front and side panels and along the perimeter of the upholstered areas.
Wood
Lime Green Bench Cushion Sofa with Maze Pattern Cushions and Sunflower Feet
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Parisian style sofa with bench cushion and unusual side cushions which sit on the sofa deck versus the cushion.
Maple, Lacquer
Danish Modern, Sculptural Three Seater Sofa / Bench, Made by Hans Dau, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Odense, DK
A lovely romantic Baroque style three seater sofa with cushions covered in vintage fabric. Made in solid oak. Handcrafted by Danish cabinetmaker Hans Dau in the 1950s. The overall im...
Fabric, Oak
Custom 1960s Italian Style Velvet Sofa or Bench with Brass Base by Adesso Import
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom 1960s Italian style sofa or bench with handmade brass base upholstered in grey silk velvet.
Brass
Custom 1960s Italian Style Velvet Sofa or Bench with Brass Base by Adesso Import
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom 1960s Italian style sofa or bench with handmade brass base upholstered in grey silk velvet.
Brass
Custom 1960s Italian Style Velvet Sofa or Bench with Brass Base by Adesso Import
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom 1960s Italian style sofa or bench with handmade brass base upholstered in light pink velvet.
Brass
19th C. Gustavian Bench or Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful Swedish small sofa that should be used as a bench at the end of a bed.
Acrylic, Pine
2021 KK48651 Addition Sofa / Bench in Leather w/ Dark Wood Legs by Kaare Klint
By Carl Hansen, Kaare Klint
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK48651 Addition Sofa made with a tan leather seat and walnut legs (or perhaps dark stained oak).
Leather, Wood
2010s 2-seater Aero Sofa / Bench by Lievore Altherr Molina for Sellex in Tan
By Lievore Altherr Molina
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Aero 2-seater sofa bench, designed by Lievore Altherr Molina for Sellex in 2001.
Aluminum, Steel
Custom Tete-a-tete Sofa Bench in Grey Velvet with Walnut Base by Adesso Imports
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom tete-a-tete sofa bench in grey silk velvet with American walnut wood base.
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century French Sofa Bench Circa 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century French sofa bench, crafted around 1820, showcases the timeless sophistication of early 19th-century furniture design.
Walnut
Rustic Antique Pine Faux Painted Sofa Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Antique European faux painted sofa bench with pretty shaped top and wonderful worn patina that can easily grace an entry hallway.
Pine
Mid Century Three Seat Sofa / Bench on a Chrome Base after Florence Knoll, 1960s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Deland, FL
A minimal design in original orange upholstery set on an architectural chrome base. Provides a minimum of three seats. A great piece for home or the workplace. If the upholstery is n...
Fabric
Vintage Scandinavian Sofa/Bench/Vintage Coffee Table
Located in London, Lambeth
Unusual sofa bench / coffee table in steel and Perpex construction Number of options layout.
Metal
Sofa Bench Baroque Period 1650-1750 Black Europe
Located in New York, NY
Sofa Bench Baroque Period 1650-1750 Black Europe.
Oak
Antique French Recamier Sofa Bench, Ebonized Mahogany, Circa 1820
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black, antique French sofa bench-recamier made of hand crafted ebonized Mahogany, in good condition.
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Ebony, Mahogany
Massive Mission Oak c. 1920's Sofa Large Bench Sette Loveseat Couch
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Massive tall back and sides Arts & Crafts mission oak bench settee signed Stickley. Even arm early 1900s design.
Oak
An 18th Century oak hall sofa, bench, settee, Dutch
Located in Delft, NL
An 18th Century oak hall sofa, bench, settee, Dutch An 18th Century oak hall sofa, bench, settee with sledge legs and armrests The hall bench is made with pin connections The...
Oak
Child-Sized Deacons' Bench / Wooden sofa (20th-Century, Rare Find)
Located in Kvidinge, SE
This exceptional child’s bench (or "wooden sofa") is a rare find, a primitive bench from the early 20th century, scale for children.
Pine
Midcentury Swedish Sofas, Benchs "Primo" Yngve Ekström Skandiform, 1970s
By Yngve Ekström, Bruno Mathsson, Skandiform
Located in Praha, CZ
- 3-seat - confortable - marked by imprinted label - sofa or bench - in style of Bruno Mathsson or Gustav Axel Berg.
Fabric, Bentwood
$12,645
Saint Michel Skirted Sofa
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Belgian slope arm bench seat sofa is celebrated for its unparalleled comfort and timeless design.
Linen, Upholstery
Swedish 19th Century Gustavian Wooden Sofa Bench with Striped Upholstery
Located in Karis, Nyland
A beautifully aged 19th-century Swedish Gustavian wooden sofa bench, showcasing the handcrafted character and rustic charm typical of rural furniture of the period.
Fabric, Wood, Pine
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. Crafted from beautifully patinated solid Bangkok teakwood...
Cane, Teak
Saint Michel Large Skirted Sofa
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Belgian slope arm bench seat sofa is celebrated for its unparalleled comfort and timeless design.
Upholstery
20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
20th Century Italian bench style sofa of late Art Deco period. With curved back and arms and brass feet.
Brass
Mid Century Modern Black Vintage Leather Sofa Bench circa 1960
By Johannes Spalt
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern black vintage leather sofa or bench attributed to Johannes Spalt circa 1960 Vienna.
Metal
ASYM SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Sofa in Curly Lamb Boucle in Soft White
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The sofa is bench-made in California and can be tailored to your specific requirements.
Upholstery
Genuine Antique Rare Folk Art Northern Swedish Bench or Sofa
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare folk art bench or sofa from northern Sweden, unusually well-crafted with decorative panels and sculpted legs.
Pine
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Hall Bench - Antique Scandinavian Wood Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 18th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian Fållbänk, hall bench made of hand crafted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian sofa or bench in old paint. Recently upholstered seat and bolster cushions in linen.
Pine
20thCentury Italian Wooden Carved Upholstered Hallway Entrance Settee Sofa Bench
Located in Carimate, Como
A beautiful and sleek Italian wooden bench or settee of fine quality with excellent profile carvings and detail decors, this is a great and elegant hallway sofa or entrance seating p...
Wood, Fabric
Early 19th Century Antique Swedish Rococo Gray Painted Sofa Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
The delicate carving and cabriolet feet add a romantic touch to this deep seated bench or sofa (29" from seat front to back, 18" from seat front to current cushion back).
Wood, Paint
20th Century Vintage Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Round Top, TX
20th century leather Chesterfield 5.5' long bench seat sofa. Classic Chesterfield form with rolled arms, tufted button back, and simple buttons line the front.
Leather, Hardwood
$12,250 / item
Modern Armless Curved Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
The Aprés sofa is a curved bench style sofa and has hand tied coil spring foundation wrapped in high-density foam.
Cotton, Fabric, Maple
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