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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Benches
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Late 20th Century American Early Victorian Benches
Fabric, Wood
2010s Spanish Belle Époque Benches
Iron
2010s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Benches
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
2010s American Other Benches
Upholstery
Antique 1860s European Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century American Victorian Benches
Brass
2010s European Benches
Rattan
Late 20th Century Benches
Fabric
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
2010s Saudi Arabian Modern Benches
Steel
Early 20th Century French Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Benches
Wood, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Benches
Upholstery, Wood
2010s French Benches
Iron
Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Benches
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Benches
Maple
Antique Late 19th Century English Benches
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Benches
Walnut
2010s French Benches
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Benches
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Zinc
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Charles X Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Benches
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Benches
Suede
Early 20th Century American Empire Benches
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Spanish Benches
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Brass
Mid-20th Century Benches
Cord, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Benches
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Chestnut
Vintage 1960s Spanish Hollywood Regency Benches
Cane, Satinwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Benches
Wood, Pine
Early 20th Century Javanese Benches
Teak
Antique 1780s English Georgian Benches
Pine
20th Century Benches
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s European Gothic Benches
Oak
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Benches
Mohair, Wood, Paint
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Benches
Muslin, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Country Benches
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Benches
Pine
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Poplar
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Asian Benches
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century English Benches
Wood, Paint
20th Century French Modern Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Benches
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Benches
Walnut
2010s Brazilian Benches
Aluminum
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Pine, Paint
Early 20th Century British Benches
Oak
2010s Benches
Fabric, Mahogany
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Iron
2010s Chippendale Benches
Fabric, Mahogany
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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.
- What is a waterfall bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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 bench seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Benches 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 is a prayer bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 parametric bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 are some types of benches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Some 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 deacon’s bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 telephone bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 mission bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 cobblers bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Settle 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 teak bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A 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 Windsor bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 shelter arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A shelter arm sofa is a type of sofa wherein the sheltering arm bends outward from the sofa and has a gently sloping curve to it. Shelter arm sofas are generally praised for their comfort since they tend to cradle the person sitting. Find a wide variety of shelter arm sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop arm sofa for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
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A chair with arms is an armchair.
- Are rolled arms out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rolled arms have been around for centuries and offer a classic versatile look to any décor. While it really comes down to personal taste, rolled arms have indeed stood the test of time. Shop a collection of rolled arm furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- What are arm cuffs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What arm cuffs are called varies. Some people refer to them as armbands, while others call them armlets. Arm rings are another name for the jewelry. However, some individuals reserve this term for bangles designed to be worn on the upper arm rather than for cuffs. Find a wide range of arm cuffs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
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