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Lapis Bench
Located in Milan, IT
The bench is fully upholstered in water-repellent and washable 'Econabuk Bretone' microfibre fabric
Category

2010s Italian Benches

Materials

Textile

Lapis Bench
Lapis Bench

Lapis Bench

H 18.9 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Japanese Primitive Bench / Wabisabi Long Bench
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a solid wooden bench that makes you feel Japanese wabi-sabi. It's made of driftwood, but
Category

2010s Japanese Primitive Benches

Materials

Wood

Japanese Primitive Bench / Wabisabi Long Bench
Japanese Primitive Bench / Wabisabi Long Bench

Japanese Primitive Bench / Wabisabi Long Bench

H 17.72 in W 73.23 in D 15.75 in
Figures Bench
By Michael Javidi
Located in Greenport, NY
The Figures Bench is a 7-foot bench with a 16” deep seat and 16” height. The default top and base
Category

2010s American Benches

Materials

Wood, Ash

Figures Bench
Figures Bench

Figures Bench

H 16 in W 84 in D 16 in
Sintra Bench
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
"Sintra bench" Designed by Project 213A in 2023 The bench is made by highly skilled craftsmen in
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Sintra Bench
Sintra Bench

Sintra Bench

H 17.72 in W 61.03 in D 13.98 in
Most Bench
By Aleksandar Ugresic
Located in Beograd, RS
This bench was created as a design sequence inspired by the Bridge deckchair. Similar in
Category

2010s Balkan Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Most Bench
Most Bench

Most Bench

H 17.72 in W 59.06 in D 15.75 in
Bamboo Bench
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A lovely rattan bench can also be used as a table as well as seating.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Bamboo

Bamboo Bench
Bamboo Bench

Bamboo Bench

H 18 in W 33 in D 16 in
Surge Bench
By Neal Aronowitz
Located in Portland, OR
The "Surge Bench” is a fusion of art and functionality, crafted from Concrete Canvas, an innovative
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Concrete, Cement

Surge Bench
Surge Bench

Surge Bench

H 20 in W 72 in D 18 in
Burdigala Bench
By Goat Lab Furniture
Located in Gironde, BORDEAUX
A hand made oak bench perfect for an entryway or to accompany a dining table. Curved corners reveal
Category

2010s French Benches

Materials

Oak

Burdigala Bench
Burdigala Bench

Burdigala Bench

H 18.12 in W 63 in D 11.82 in
Scena Bench
By Aleksandar Ugresic
Located in Beograd, RS
This bench was created as an addition to the bed Wave. The primary purpose was to be set up in
Category

2010s Balkan Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Scena Bench
Scena Bench

Scena Bench

H 20.08 in W 70.87 in D 15.75 in
Acrilar Bench
By Luiz Solano
Located in São Paulo, SP
feet and aluminum arms, which have square black plastic tips at their ends. The ACRILAR Bench is a
Category

2010s Brazilian Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Acrilar Bench
Acrilar Bench

Acrilar Bench

H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in
Looping Bench
By Kino Guerin
Located in Melbourne, CA
This bench has a very unique design, it's the result of many years of research on the technique of
Category

2010s Canadian Benches

Materials

Bamboo, Plywood

Looping Bench
Looping Bench

Looping Bench

H 28 in W 88 in D 32 in
Milo Bench
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
New to the Marie Burgos collection is Milo Bench, complimenting the Milo Bean. The design
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric

Milo Bench
Milo Bench

Milo Bench

H 16 in W 48 in D 16 in
Thonet Bench
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
two Thonet benches from the late 1930's still unrestored. (the second one a little bit different
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Modern Benches

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Bench
Thonet Bench

Thonet Bench

H 35.44 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Bench Murundu
By Cultivado em Casa
Located in Floresta, MG
Inspired by quite common natural elements in our region, Murundu speaks of affective landscapes, our rural nature and our profound connection with the countryside. At the same time...
Category

2010s Brazilian Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bench Murundu
Bench Murundu

Bench Murundu

H 29.53 in W 78.75 in D 20.48 in
Bamboo Bench
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Simple, comfortable, sturdy, which can be set anywhere. I only have one and I'm trying to go out of business. M/1048.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Other Benches

Materials

Bamboo

Bamboo Bench
Bamboo Bench

Bamboo Bench

H 17.72 in W 59.45 in D 15.36 in
Bench 001
Located in Ridgewood, NY
Hand-cast bench that can be used for seating or as a side table or as a sculptural piece. For
Category

2010s American Benches

Materials

Concrete, Cement

Bench 001
Bench 001

Bench 001

H 16 in W 26 in D 15.42 in
Brown Ash Solid Wood Bench, Entryway Wood Bench
Located in Naperville, IL
The Eola bench provides a multi-use bench that can be easily placed in the kitchen, dining room
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Brown Ash Solid Wood Bench, Entryway Wood Bench
Brown Ash Solid Wood Bench, Entryway Wood Bench

Brown Ash Solid Wood Bench, Entryway Wood Bench

H 32 in W 47 in D 17 in
Astin Bench
By Ashley Yeates
Located in Carmel, CA
The Astin Bench is part of the BESPOKE collection and is made to measure unique creations tailored
Category

2010s American Benches

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Astin Bench
Astin Bench

Astin Bench

H 20 in W 48 in D 20 in
Pair of Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three rustic wood benches, originally built for a boys school in late 19th century France. With
Category

Antique 1880s French Benches

Materials

Wood

Pair of Benches
Pair of Benches

Pair of Benches

H 34.5 in W 55.5 in D 18 in
Suelo Modern Bench
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern bench is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood

Suelo Modern Bench
Suelo Modern Bench

Suelo Modern Bench

H 18 in W 72 in D 16 in
Kaleidoscope Bench (brown)
By Rick Knopke
Located in MEDINA, AU
This Kaleidoscope bench is one of a pair executed in different veneers whilst retaining the same
Category

2010s Australian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Kaleidoscope Bench (brown)
Kaleidoscope Bench (brown)

Kaleidoscope Bench (brown)

H 17.72 in W 48.43 in D 18.12 in
Sculptural Bench in wood - 'Gravity Bench' by Soo Joo
By Soo Joo Studio
Located in New York, NY
Gravity Bench by Soo Joo is a sculptural wood bench in Hard Maple. Gravity Bench has a timeless
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood

Sculptural Bench in wood - 'Gravity Bench' by Soo Joo
Sculptural Bench in wood - 'Gravity Bench' by Soo Joo

Sculptural Bench in wood - 'Gravity Bench' by Soo Joo

H 20 in W 33 in D 15 in
Large Chippendale Bench
Located in Annville, PA
The Large Chippendale Bench is a high quality, solid mahogany large Chippendale style bench with
Category

2010s Renaissance Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Large Chippendale Bench
Large Chippendale Bench

Large Chippendale Bench

H 22 in W 47 in D 21 in
Oversized Window Bench
Located in Annville, PA
This Oversized Window Bench is a luxury window bench with sweeping upholstered arms, solid mahogany
Category

2010s Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Oversized Window Bench
Oversized Window Bench

Oversized Window Bench

H 34 in W 57 in D 21 in
Benna Long Bench
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
Part of a series of indoor-outdoor benches that can be combined together in infinite compositions
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Benna Long Bench

Benna Long Bench

H 16.54 in W 88.59 in D 19.69 in
Bertu Bench, Suelo Modern Wood Bench, Upholstered, Thick Weave
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Bench, Suelo Modern Wood Bench, Upholstered, Thick Weave This upholstered Suelo Modern Wood
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Bertu Bench, Suelo Modern Wood Bench, Upholstered, Thick Weave
Bertu Bench, Suelo Modern Wood Bench, Upholstered, Thick Weave

Bertu Bench, Suelo Modern Wood Bench, Upholstered, Thick Weave

H 18 in W 72 in D 16 in
French Window Bench
Located in Annville, PA
The French Window Bench by Niagara Furniture is lovely and elegant in design. Hand carved from
Category

2010s Renaissance Benches

Materials

Mahogany

French Window Bench
French Window Bench

French Window Bench

H 28 in W 45 in D 16 in
Mahogany Piano Bench
Located in Annville, PA
A Mahogany Piano Bench is produced from solid mahogany with hand carved details all the way from
Category

2010s Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Mahogany Piano Bench
Mahogany Piano Bench

Mahogany Piano Bench

H 28 in W 48 in D 20 in
Sweep Bench Small by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Bench
Located in Guatemala, GU
Bench made with vertical sections of laminated birch and spruce wood (18.5 mm thickness each). Matt
Category

2010s Guatemalan Benches

Materials

Plywood

Sweep Bench Small by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Bench
Sweep Bench Small by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Bench

Sweep Bench Small by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Bench

H 17.3 in W 16.7 in D 70.9 in
1960s Organic Bench
Located in New York, NY
1960s organic bench. Solid walnut bench with dovetails. Can also be used as a coffee table.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

1960s Organic Bench
1960s Organic Bench

1960s Organic Bench

H 13.75 in W 40 in D 11.25 in
Branda Fabric Bench
By Manifestodesign
Located in Milan, IT
bench is made of solid black hickory, with a seat in 100% cotton. Branda can be folded for storage when
Category

2010s Italian Benches

Materials

Cotton, Hickory

Branda Fabric Bench
Branda Fabric Bench

Branda Fabric Bench

H 18.12 in W 73.63 in D 32.29 in
Modern Benches, ETA Modern Teak Benches, Craft Associates, Teak
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern Benches, ETA Modern Teak Benches, Craft Associates, Teak This ETA Modern Bench - 2311 for
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Modern Benches, ETA Modern Teak Benches, Craft Associates, Teak
Modern Benches, ETA Modern Teak Benches, Craft Associates, Teak

Modern Benches, ETA Modern Teak Benches, Craft Associates, Teak

H 17.25 in W 58.75 in D 24 in
Gold Love Bench
By Giulia Ligresti
Located in Milan, IT
flair, this handcrafted iron bench showcases a warm golden finish and coordinated velvet seat upholstery
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Gold Love Bench
Gold Love Bench

Gold Love Bench

H 40.36 in W 43.31 in D 16.54 in
Apex Bench - Modern Scandinavian Bench with Wooden Legs
By Prieto Studio
Located in London, GB
The Apex collection brings a fresh look into our houses with its modern lines and Scandinavian influence, crafted with the most advanced techniques and the finest materials. The piec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Apex Bench - Modern Scandinavian Bench with Wooden Legs
Apex Bench - Modern Scandinavian Bench with Wooden Legs

Apex Bench - Modern Scandinavian Bench with Wooden Legs

H 17.72 in W 86.62 in D 25.6 in
Contemporary Storage Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
conversation piece bench. Hallways, foyers and mudrooms tend to be an afterthought. Furniture designed for
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Bouclé, Maple

Contemporary Storage Bench
Contemporary Storage Bench

Contemporary Storage Bench

H 18 in W 36 in D 16 in
Sunday Bench Oak
Located in Plymouth, GB
The Sunday Bench, in Oak. An Alexander & Ellis collection piece exclusively designed by Founder
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Sunday Bench Oak
Sunday Bench Oak

Sunday Bench Oak

H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Sunday Bench Walnut
Located in Plymouth, GB
The sunday bench, in walnut. An Alexander & Ellis collection piece exclusively designed by Founder
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Sunday Bench Walnut
Sunday Bench Walnut

Sunday Bench Walnut

H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
'Angle Bench' Industrial Bench by Basile Built - Limited Edition
By Basile Built
Located in San Diego, CA
industrial heavy duty bench is fabricated from hot-rolled steel with leather cushions. Featuring a minimalist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Benches

Materials

Steel

'Angle Bench' Industrial Bench by Basile Built - Limited Edition
'Angle Bench' Industrial Bench by Basile Built - Limited Edition

'Angle Bench' Industrial Bench by Basile Built - Limited Edition

H 31 in W 48 in D 24 in
Why Knot Bench
By Kino Guerin
Located in Melbourne, CA
This bench has a very unique design, it's the result of many years of research on the technique of
Category

2010s Canadian Benches

Materials

Walnut, Plywood

Why Knot Bench
Why Knot Bench

Why Knot Bench

H 24 in W 54 in D 30 in
Pierre Jeanneret Bench
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
An exceptional solid Sissoo bench by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project, circa 1956
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Bench
Pierre Jeanneret Bench

Pierre Jeanneret Bench

H 18 in W 53.75 in D 18 in
Edward Ferrell Bench
By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1
Located in Lake Worth, FL
style window bench in carved wood with Burnout Velvet upholstery and scrolled arms. Makers label is on
Category

1990s Neoclassical Revival Benches

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Wood

Edward Ferrell Bench
Edward Ferrell Bench

Edward Ferrell Bench

H 32 in W 56 in D 17 in
Scandinavian Vintage Bench
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage pine wood bench. A simple, square-shaped piece of furniture that can be used for
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Vintage Bench
Scandinavian Vintage Bench

Scandinavian Vintage Bench

H 17.33 in W 53.55 in D 16.34 in
Forest Minimalist Bench
Located in Geneve, CH
Forest Minimalist bench Dimensions: D 145 x W 43.3 x H 45.5 cm Materials: Steel w. Matte powder
Category

2010s Danish Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Forest Minimalist Bench
Forest Minimalist Bench

Forest Minimalist Bench

H 17.92 in W 17.05 in D 57.09 in
Black Minimalist Bench
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Minimalist bench Dimensions: D 145 x W 43.3 x H 45.5 cm Materials: Steel w. Matte powder
Category

2010s Danish Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Black Minimalist Bench
Black Minimalist Bench

Black Minimalist Bench

H 17.92 in W 17.05 in D 57.09 in
Bordeaux Minimalist Bench
Located in Geneve, CH
Bordeaux Minimalist bench Dimensions: D 145 x W 43.3 x H 45.5 cm Materials: Steel w. Matte
Category

2010s Danish Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Bordeaux Minimalist Bench
Bordeaux Minimalist Bench

Bordeaux Minimalist Bench

H 17.92 in W 17.05 in D 57.09 in
NUAGE BENCH - Modern Asymmetrical Bench with COL (Customers Own Leather)
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The Nuage Bench is a contemporary and highly customizable piece of furniture that is proudly made
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

NUAGE BENCH - Modern Asymmetrical Bench with COL (Customers Own Leather)
NUAGE BENCH - Modern Asymmetrical Bench with COL (Customers Own Leather)

NUAGE BENCH - Modern Asymmetrical Bench with COL (Customers Own Leather)

H 20 in W 84 in D 18 in
Japanese Inspired Bench
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Japanese inspired bench made with a supple maple frame with matte finish is adorned with a
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Maple

Japanese Inspired Bench
Japanese Inspired Bench

Japanese Inspired Bench

H 34 in W 63 in D 24 in
Bench/side table
By Jason Mizrahi
Located in Calabasas, CA
A versatile piece that can function as a stool or as seating while enjoying appetizers and wine set on the wood surface next to the seat.
Category

2010s American Minimalist Benches

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Bench/side table
Bench/side table

Bench/side table

H 14 in W 34 in D 17 in
Remix Maison Bench
By Irina Flore
Located in Portland, OR
environmentally conscious and practical, Flore and Native Shoes’ first Remix Maison designs are sculptural benches
Category

2010s Canadian Benches

Materials

Metal

Remix Maison Bench
Remix Maison Bench

Remix Maison Bench

H 29.93 in W 11.82 in D 46.46 in
Remix Maison bench
By Irina Flore
Located in Portland, OR
environmentally conscious and practical, Flore and Native Shoes’ first Remix Maison designs are sculptural benches
Category

2010s Canadian Benches

Materials

Metal

Remix Maison bench
Remix Maison bench

Remix Maison bench

H 35.04 in W 46.46 in D 15.75 in
large french bench - 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Large bench or bench seat from the 1950s. The 3 wide pine wood slats offer a warm honey color
Category

Mid-20th Century French Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Wood

large french bench - 1950s
large french bench - 1950s

large french bench - 1950s

H 12.6 in W 88.59 in D 18.51 in
Bertu Bench, Suelo Bench, Wood and Thick Weave Fabric, Modern
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu bench, suelo bench, wood and thick weave fabric, Modern This Suelo Modern bench is
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Bertu Bench, Suelo Bench, Wood and Thick Weave Fabric, Modern
Bertu Bench, Suelo Bench, Wood and Thick Weave Fabric, Modern

Bertu Bench, Suelo Bench, Wood and Thick Weave Fabric, Modern

H 18 in W 72 in D 16 in
Yarrow Bench in Maple
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Our Bench is intended to be a piece that can fit into your home, where you need it. This piece can
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood, Cherry

Yarrow Bench in Maple
Yarrow Bench in Maple

Yarrow Bench in Maple

H 18 in W 38 in D 12 in
Antique Walnut Leather Bench
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Beautiful walnut studded bench with turned legs and casters. This chesterfield bench has been newly
Category

Antique 19th Century British Benches

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Walnut Leather Bench
Antique Walnut Leather Bench

Antique Walnut Leather Bench

H 19 in W 46.5 in D 19 in
Apalaches Bench, hand made
By Kino Guerin
Located in Melbourne, CA
This bench has a very unique design, it's the result of many years of research on the technique of
Category

2010s Canadian Benches

Materials

Bamboo, Plywood

Apalaches Bench, hand made
Apalaches Bench, hand made

Apalaches Bench, hand made

H 18 in W 88 in D 20 in
Famed Bench Small Pink
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Famed Short Bench is one of the small but most functional pieces in the collection with its elegant
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Famed Bench Small Pink
Famed Bench Small Pink

Famed Bench Small Pink

H 17.72 in W 27.56 in D 18.51 in
Sculpted Cast Aluminum Bench
By Paul Rudolph
Located in New York City, NY
ties. This bench can be customized and finished in gold, copper and other colors. This bench can be
Category

2010s Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Sculpted Cast Aluminum Bench
Sculpted Cast Aluminum Bench

Sculpted Cast Aluminum Bench

H 30 in W 72 in D 28 in
Industrial leather bench 1930
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A leather industrial bench is a perfect addition for any interior that loves a tough and authentic
Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Industrial Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Industrial leather bench 1930
Industrial leather bench 1930

Industrial leather bench 1930

H 18.9 in W 51.97 in D 16.93 in
Tabuba Bench solid wood
By Estudio Camarotti
Located in São Paulo, SP
Inspired by an architectural reference, this bench pays homage to the design of the Santa Paula
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Bentwood

Tabuba Bench solid wood
Tabuba Bench solid wood

Tabuba Bench solid wood

H 40 in W 160 in D 40 in
Church Antique Prayer Bench
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
An antique rare church kneeling bench, found many years ago in an old mountain hut in the mountains
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Other Benches

Materials

Chestnut

Church Antique Prayer Bench
Church Antique Prayer Bench

Church Antique Prayer Bench

H 34.26 in W 78.35 in D 23.63 in
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Can Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal can bench for your home. Each can bench for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. There are 3802 variations of the antique or vintage can bench you’re looking for, while we also have 2524 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a can bench — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A can bench is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one can bench that is appealing in its simplicity, but Andrianna Shamaris, Ken Petersen and Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer produced versions that are worth a look.

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The average selling price for a can bench at 1stDibs is $3,391, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $485,445 for the highest priced.
Questions About Can Bench
  • 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 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 is a prayer bench?
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    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 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 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 deacon’s bench?
    1 Answer
    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 telephone bench?
    1 Answer
    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 mission bench?
    1 Answer
    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 cobblers bench?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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 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 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 bench with a back called?
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    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.
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    Benches are typically between 16 and 20 inches tall.

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