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Spanish Wooden Bench w/Arms & Back, Moorish Influenced Carving & Nicely Textured
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish carved wooden arm-bench with back from the mid 20th century. This vintage natural wood
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Benches
Materials
Wood
H 31.25 in W 46.25 in D 22.5 in
Oak Panel Back Settle
Located in Woodbury, CT
Four shaped panels comprise the back of this antique settle dating to the era of George III. The
Category
Antique 18th Century British George III Benches
Materials
Oak
Pair of Villa Suvera Benches with Coat of Arms of the Lucchesi Palli Family
Located in Walkertshofen, BY
the back with corresponding grisaille paintings on canvas. The benches have a swivel base and are
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Charles X Benches
Materials
Wood
H 35.83 in W 107.88 in D 17.33 in
English Pheasant & Retriever Carved Wood Hall Bench
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large-scale English wood-carved hall bench with high back from the mid 20th century. This vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century English Benches
Materials
Wood
Danish Modern Hand-Crafted Wooden Bench, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade midcentury Danish modern wooden bench with a slightly higher seat than the average dining
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Paul Láslzó Bench in Mahogany and Cane
By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
or bench, a creation of Paul László, contains a well-preserved caned back and seat. The sofa's legs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
19th Century Black Swedish Gustavian Fållbänk, Antique Pinewood Fall Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black, antique Swedish Gustavian FÅLLBÄNK, fall bench composed with a storage space below sitting
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Materials
Pine
No Reserve
H 34 in W 71.75 in D 20.25 in
18th Century Italian Arte Povera Pinewood Bench, Antique Seating Furniture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 18th century Tuscan bench hand painted in the Arte Povera technique, made of hand crafted
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Benches
Materials
Metal
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish gustavian country sofa or bench from the early 19th century. The sofa is a country house
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Materials
Pine
BULLE Round Curved Bench in Solid Oak and Metal Details on Legs
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
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Experience unparalleled comfort with the Bulle, featuring a thoughtfully designed seat and back cushion
Category
2010s Italian Benches
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Black Vintage Leather Sofa Bench Johannes Spalt Vienna c 1960
By Johannes Spalt
Located in Vienna, AT
loose back cushions promise a comfortable and relaxed seat feeling.
The bench is supported by a
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
H 28.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Curvy Modern Banquette with Botanical Velvet
By The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our Alizon Banquette features a curvy cushioned seat and swooping tight back design with tapered
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Custom Fringe Settee Upholstered in Schumacher Fabric and Sandra Jordan Welt
Located in New York, NY
Custom made bench with three back cushions. Meant to be used against a wall with back cushions
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Alpaca, Linen
H 31.75 in W 62.5 in D 26 in
"Xilte" Sofa
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The "Xitle" sofa is part of ADN Studio´s Volcan Collection. This collection seeks to go back to
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Corner Sofa Blond Wood and Fabric, Italy, 1950's
By Ico Parisi
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Corner sofa in blond wood and fabric,, Italy, 1950's
What stands out most in this low corner bench
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Chair red fabric Orbit sofa Eero Koivisto Y2K style design space age
By Offecct, Marc Newson
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Orbit sofa designed by Eero Koivisto for Offecct. This seating can be used as bench with back
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Space Age Sofas
Materials
Steel
H 30.32 in W 39.38 in D 29.53 in
18th Century Italian Venetian Sofa with Removable Back, Converts to a Bench
Located in Atlanta, GA
An 18th century Italian Venetian sofa with removable back. This antique sofa from Italy, just over
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood
Swedish Period Baroque Carved Wood Three-Chair Back Bench with Upholstered Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
century. This fabulous hand carved wood bench features three carved back splats for resting, flanked
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 40 in W 67 in D 21 in
Early 19th Century Swedish Sofa Bench with Nicely Arched Back on Bracket Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish sofa bench from the early 19th century. This antique Swedish wood sofa bench features a
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 40.5 in W 68.25 in D 24 in
Antique Mahogany High Back Bench Sofa, Denmark, circa 1920-1940
Located in Round Top, TX
, this large bench or small sofa is ready to use and enjoy. Note that the back is not finished so is
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Swedish Period Rococo 3-Chair Back Painted Sofa Bench, Early 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
antique bench from Sweden features three carved back splats for resting, with sweetly carved flowers
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish Karl Johan Style Bench w/ Fabulous Pyramidal Back Pediment, Early 1800s
Located in Atlanta, GA
bench features a pyramidal back pediment with a five-pointed star at the top center, high arms and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 47.5 in W 71 in D 24 in
Stefan During "Colosseum" Sofa w/ Slatted Curved Back & Brown Leather Bench Seat
By Stefan During
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous "Colosseum" leather and elm wood sofa by Dutch designer Stefan During. Working only with the best local woods and vegetable-tanned leather During strives for beauty, constru...
Category
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Elm
H 29.25 in W 78.875 in D 32.325 in
Pair of Solid Oak Wood Curved Spindle Back Loveseat Settee Benches by Howard
By Howard Furniture Manufacturing
Located in Chattanooga, TN
with traditional design elements like the spindle back. Imagine upholstering these to suit your space
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 26.5 in W 63 in D 32.5 in
Elegant Swedish Empire Bench Birch with Inlays
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant Swedish Empire bench in birch with inlays, Sweden, circa 1810.
The backs with inlays in
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Sofas
Materials
Birch, Mahogany
Ming Style Carved Wooden Sofa/Bench With Arm Chair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
. The furniture pieces feature intricate carvings on the back, sides, and armrests, offering both
Category
Mid-20th Century Ming Sofas
Materials
Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Stickback Sofa Bench with Lift Seat
Located in Birmingham, AL
A mid-19th century Swedish Gustavian style painted wood stick back kitchen sofa or bench, circa
Category
Antique 1850s Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Wood
H 30 in W 72.5 in D 25.75 in
Classic Tufted Curved Back Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic tufted curved back bench seat sofa. Curvaceous and shapely, with traditional elements like
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ghidini1961 Katana bench in Fabric with Polished Brass Legs by Paolo Rizzatto
By Paolo Rizzatto, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
relation to use and comfort. Finally, the back formally released from the seat, allows you to free its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
19th century Swedish Sofa Bench
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century late Gustavian period painted wood sofa bench with out- scrolling arms, pierced back
Category
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Materials
Linen, Pine, Paint
Classic Tufted Curved Back Sofa - Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic tufted Curved back bench seat sofa. Curvaceous and shapely, with traditional elements like
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
French Empire Sofa Bench Settee
Located in New York, NY
back offers excellent support having a deep seat sits well with generous room for two persons
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Frits Schegel Sofa Bench, Denmark 1930s
By Frits Schlegel, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FRITS SCHLEGEL & FRITZ HANSEN - SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A beautiful and rare sofa bench by Frits
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Wood Float Bench, Walnut and Acrylic Sofa
By Lauren Rottet
Located in Houston, TX
No. BCH-003
The Wood Float Bench blurs the lines between art and furniture. Handcrafted from solid
Category
2010s Chinese Sofas
Materials
Acrylic, Walnut
Interior Crafts Tuxedo Pillow Back Sofas in Chenille
By Interior Crafts
Located in Chicago, IL
upholstered Interior Crafts tuxedo / pillow back sofa, masterfully reimagined by VERN + VERA in a modern style
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Chenille, Upholstery, Down
1960's California Studio Walnut Sofa Bench
By Sam Maloof
Located in Oakland, CA
joinery, slatted back, and two built-in tapered side tables. Raised on round tapered legs. The frame has
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Chinese Rosewood Carved Sofas or Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
curved spindle backs. Each bench has a spring cushion constructed in the frame for comfort and is topped
Category
20th Century Chinese Ming Sofas
Materials
Metal
A Swedish Sofa bench Late 18th- 19th century
Located in Charlottesville, VA
, acanthus carving, fluted legs and new Belgian linen upholstery. The rectangular back adorned with acanthus
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Sofas
Materials
Wood
Pierre Jeanneret, Peon or Public Bench, Chandigarh late 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Pierre Jeanneret, 'Peon' or Public Bench, model PJ-SI-37-B, designed for the High Court in
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench
Located in Kramfors, SE
. This sofa, dating back to the early 19th century, around 1800 to 1810, exemplifies the practicality of
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Pine
Period Antique American LateVictorian Carved Walnut Balloon Back Sofa Circa 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period Antique American Late Victorian Balloon Back Bench Sofa With Classical Victorian Hand
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood, Silk, Walnut
H 32 in W 60 in D 24 in
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A long 19th c. Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period, hand-scraped to reveal the original
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Pair of 19th Century, Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Sofa Benches
Located in Wichita, KS
An almost identical pair of 19th century Swedish sofa benches in the Gustavian style, newly
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Hans Wegner 1949 Armless Sofa Bench Settee Johaness Hansen JH555
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish armless bench designed by Hans Wegner. Model JH555, crafted of a solid teak frame with
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Teak
Neoclassical Revival Swedish Painted and Carved Upholstered Bench, circa 1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Neoclassical Revival Swedish carved and painted bench from the late 19th century with scrolled
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Revival Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 38.5 in W 83.5 in D 23.5 in
Ash Mid-Century Modern High Back Sofa by Frits Eschauzier Jr, 1967
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and one of a kind Mid-Century Modern high back sofa or bench.
Design by Frits
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Ash
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
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Pine
H 37.8 in W 72.84 in D 25.6 in
Swedish Late Gustavian Period Carved-Wood Sofa Bench, Early 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
. This antique sofa bench from Sweden features a high back and arms comprised of a linear top rail with
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Wood
H 32.5 in W 73.25 in D 23.25 in
Huge Erik Jorgensen “Pipeline” Sofa Bench, in Burnt Orange Velvet
Located in Barrowford, GB
“Pipeline” sofa/bench consisting of 4 identical “EJ-925-30” sections, all dressed in a modern, short-pile
Category
2010s Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Qing Dynasty Aesthetic Movement Imperial Red Lacquer Sofa / Bench, 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
This Imperial red Lacquer Chinese bench with gilt highlights was made in the late Nineteenth
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Aesthetic Movement Sofas
Materials
Wood
H 40.25 in W 100.5 in D 26.5 in
Swedish Neoclassical Style Carved Gilt-Wood & Upholstered Sofa Bench, 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Neoclassic style gilt-wood and upholstered sofa bench from the 19th century. This antique
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 38 in W 70.25 in D 28 in
Jan Barboglio Mexican Modern Style Wrought Iron Outdoor Fleur de Lis Crest Bench
Located in New York, NY
Mexican Modern (contemporary) wrought iron outdoor two-seat garden bench with a scrollwork back
Category
20th Century Mexican Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
H 44.5 in W 42 in D 22 in
Andrea Brustolon Carved Venetian Baroque Walnut Settee Sofa Bench Brown Leather
By Valentino Besarel, Andrea Brustolon
Located in GB
walnut throne settee or bench, attributed to Valentino Panciera Besarel (Venice, 1829-1902) in the manner
Category
Antique 1850s Italian Baroque Settees
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 41.93 in W 56.3 in D 32.68 in
Pair Danish TV Bench Sofas Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Pair of modular teak TV benches model 161 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, ade in the 1960s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Teak, Wool, Rattan
H 29.93 in W 76.78 in D 28.75 in
Danish Midcentury Børge Mogensen 4 Seater Oak Bench Sofa and Two Armchairs
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A Danish midcentury 1950s oak and blue fabric lounge set featuring a 4 seater model 2219 bench sofa
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 27.56 in W 86.62 in D 30.71 in
Pierre Chapo Bench S18Y "Love Seat" in Elm Wood and Original Leather, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
Pierre Chapo, bench S18y "Love Seat", elm wood and original leather, 1970
Nice original lounge
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Elm
H 35.44 in W 49.22 in D 31.5 in
LOVELY ANTIQUE NAPOLEON III CIRCA 1890 BERGERE WiNDOW SEAT BENCH SETTEE SOFA
Located in GB
upholstered back and seat base. The bergère is all in very fine order, the frame is ornately carved all over
Category
Antique 1890s European Napoleon III Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
H 33.86 in W 50.4 in D 22.45 in
Fully Restored Pair of Huge 4-5 Seat Each Chesterfield Brown Leather Bench Sofas
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
brown leather Chesterfield bench sofas
These are a very solid and well made pair of large bench sofas
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 37.8 in W 104.73 in D 20.48 in
Suelo Modern Wood Sofa with Plinth Base
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. This
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Pale Pink Button Tufted Upholstered Sofa With Pleated Skirt
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage pale pink button tufted upholstered sofa with a pleated skirt. The sofa back is
Category
20th Century Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
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Find many varieties of an authentic bench with back available at 1stDibs. A bench with back — often made from wood, fabric and linen — can elevate any home. Find 14 options for an antique or vintage bench with back now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the bench with back you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A bench with back, designed in the Baroque or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made bench with back has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Fratelli Boffi are consistently popular. If space is limited, at least one smaller piece of bench with back, measuring 65.75 across, is available.
How Much is a Bench with Back?
A bench with back can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,135, while the lowest priced sells for $1,800 and the highest can go for as much as $14,361.
Finding the Right Sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
Questions About Bench with Back
- What is a backless bench called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A backless bench is called a form. It is mostly seen in courtrooms, school classrooms, and dining rooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary backless benches from some of the world’s top dealers 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The logo that is two Cs back to back is the logo of Chanel. You'll see the logo prominently featured in the designs of Chanel handbags, apparel, jewelry and other pieces. The pair of Cs pays tribute to Coco Chanel, who founded the French luxury fashion house in 1910. Chanel designed the logo herself and first unveiled it in 1925. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Chanel bags, apparel and accessories.
- What is on the back of a mirror?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024What is on the back of a mirror varies. Most mirrors feature a metal backing fashioned out of nickel, tin, silver, chromium or aluminum. Manufacturers typically apply film-forming paint to the metal to reduce the risk of corrosion and extend the life of the mirror. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of mirrors.
- 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 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 split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- What is a bow back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a lyre back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
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