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Early 1900s Walnut Benches

Rare and Important Walnut And Upholstered Parchment Bench By Carlo Bugatti
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Montreal, QC
Carlo Bugatti bench upholstered with parchment, inlaid with pewter details and mounted with hammered copper decorations.Italy, c. 1906 literature: Carlo Bugatti au Musée d'Orsay, Mas...
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Antique Early 1900s European Benches

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Walnut

20th century French Louis XV Walnut and Caned Bench, 1900s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice Louis XV style walnut caned bench dating from 1900. Very good condition. Canework in very good condition. Ideal at the end of a bed or in an entryway.
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Benches

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Cane, Walnut

Bench in Spanish Walnut and Blue Dedar Upholstery
Located in Berlin, DE
Bench in Spanish walnut and blue Dedar upholstery with hand painted stripes.
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Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Benches

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Bench in Spanish Walnut and Blue Dedar Upholstery
Bench in Spanish Walnut and Blue Dedar Upholstery
H 38.59 in W 108.27 in D 22.84 in
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Upholstered Seat Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A beautiful and high quality French walnut Louis XVI bench raised by elegant fluted baluster shaped legs with exceptionally carved acanthus leaf designs and shaped foliate feet below...
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Benches

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique French 19th Century Newly Upholstered Bench with Hand Turned Legs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This is a beautiful antique classic French bench: the frame is all original with turned carved legs and clean lines. This piece has been newly upholstered in a neutral off-white fab...
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Benches

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Stylish Edwardian hall bench in figured walnut, having shaped and reeded upstand to back and sides, figured walnut seat and reeded frieze, standing on turned and ringed legs. This an...
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Benches

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
H 18.9 in W 36.23 in D 12.6 in
Pair of Antique French Solid Walnut Benches or Dining Seats with Backs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great pair of antique walnut wood benches from France. Simple and timeless design with thick wood seat and beautiful wood legs and open wood beam back. Original wood finish showing n...
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Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Benches

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Walnut

Pair of Hand Carved Giltwood Square Benches Louis XV Style circa 1900
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An Elegant pair of hand carved gilt wood square benches with new fabric. The real gold leaf frames with hand carved details with an X stretcher base. The new upholstery is vintage Fo...
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Antique Early 1900s European Louis XV Benches

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Walnut

Continental Napoleon III Style Walnut Bench
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental Napoleon III style walnut bench, with turned legs ending in hoof feet, circa 1900.
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Antique Early 1900s European Napoleon III Benches

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Upholstery, Walnut

Small Louis XV Sofa Walnut and Pale Beige Velvet Golden Wickerwork
Located in Weiningen, CH
Small Louis XV sofa walnut and pale beige velvet golden wickerwork, can be placed in the middle of the room, used for entry, bedroom or even children's room The wood is restored, th...
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Sofas

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Velvet, Walnut

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Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Bronze Bench, France 1950's
By Alberto Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench in patinated wrought iron and bronze. The sabots are reminiscent of Giacometti's work for Jean-Michel Frank. 3 benches are available; the price is for one.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Benches

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Set of 4 'Campagne' Steel and Rush Counter Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 'Campagne' steel and rush counter stools by Design Frères. Chic combination of slender but sturdy powder coated steel frames with handwoven rush seats and backs. Suppo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Stools

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Steel

Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench
Located in London, GB
A custom-made upholstered bench with fumed and oiled oak frame. The padded top has been upholstered with in Pierre Frey mustard mohair velvet. *Alternative upholstery options als...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Tables

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Mohair, Oak

Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench
H 14.77 in W 46.46 in D 14.97 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy

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Other

Late 18th Century French Bench
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Late 18th century French bench cover with Aubusson tapestry.
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIII Stools

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Tapestry, Walnut

Late 18th Century French Bench
Late 18th Century French Bench
H 17 in W 33 in D 14 in
19th Century French Louis Philippe Marble Top Walnut Marquetry Bedside Table
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique nightstand was crafted in France, circa 1880. The traditional fruit wood cabinet sits on bracket feet over a wide bottom plinth; it is fitted with a single drawe...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Night Stands

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Marble

Fontana Arte Attribution, Mirror, Brass, Italy, 1940s
By Fontana Arte
Located in High Point, NC
A brass wall mirror attributed to Fontana Arte, Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Fontana Arte Attribution, Mirror, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Fontana Arte Attribution, Mirror, Brass, Italy, 1940s
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H 16.54 in W 17.13 in D 0.99 in
21st Century ‘Greek Coupe’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
By Inhee Ma
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Coupe’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradi...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases

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Clay, Stoneware

Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England to an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gilt bronze...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Folk Art Side Tables

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Iron

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern End Tables

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Wood

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
H 28.5 in W 26 in D 26 in
Bed in Midollino by Adalberto dal Lago for Germa, 1969
By Adalberto Dal Lago
Located in Milano, IT
A demountable bed made of wicker. Composed of four elements, it can be assembled and disassembled very easily thanks to iron anchor plates. It is in almost excellent condition excep...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Rattan, Wood

20th Century Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed with Wood Slabs
Located in Miami, FL
20th century baroque bed, original Spanish bed. This queen-size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate details, fluted turned post, 3D open spiral twist spindles, and Moorish ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Joe Colombo 'Roll' Armchair for Sormani, Italy, 1964
By Sormani, Joe Colombo
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was designed by the iconic Italian designer Joe Colombo and was named the 'Roll' chair. The model was produced by the Italian manufacturer Sormani for a short peri...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal, Steel

1960s Woven Wicker Single Headboard Rattan Midcentury Rustic Provence
Located in London, GB
A single woven wicker headboard from Provence, with integrated circular bedside tables. French, c. 1960s. Between bedsides 100cm.
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

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Wicker

Barro Negro Table Lamp w/ White Linen Shade
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The clay – known as barro negro – from which these table lamps are made is exclusive to the Sierra Madre mountains in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. Local legend holds that the clay is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Clay, Linen

Custom Made Model 54 Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Design Model 54 lounge chair A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The 54 chair is available...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

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Antique French Art Nouveau Period Walnut Settee Bench, circa 1900
Located in Houston, TX
Receive our new selections direct from 1stdibs by email each week. Please click on “Follow Dealer” button below and see them first! An antique French Art Nouveau period walnut set...
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Settees

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Fabric, Walnut

Antique French Table Side Table End Table Nightstand Pedestal Cherub Walnut
Located in Tyler, TX
UNIQUE and CHARMING Antique French Walnut End Table, Side Table, Pedestal, or Nightstand with HIGHLY CARVED Cherub and Beveled Edge~~c. 1900 Versatile size~~23.5" tall x 23.25" wi...
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Antique Early 1900s French Renaissance Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Pair of English Charles II Leather Upholstered Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th century English Charles II Style walnut benches with the original leather upholstered seats. Detailed with antique nailhead trim. Soft wear consistent with age and use o...
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Antique Early 1900s French Charles II Benches

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Leather, Walnut

Antique French Walnut and Original Tooled Leather Corner Banquette Bench
Located in Centennial, CO
A truly rare find! This antique French banquette bench was carved out of walnut and upholstered with Fine tooled leather and brass Renaissance style tacks. Leather is in immaculate c...
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Antique Early 1900s French Aesthetic Movement Benches

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Brass

Elegant French Louis XVI Carved Walnut Bench with New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A lovely French Louis XVI style walnut bench with hand-carved details and sturdy tapered fluted legs. Newly reupholstered in neutral cotton linen fabric. #5831.
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Benches

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Linen, Walnut

Antique Bleached Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pair of 1900s lovely settees are in great condition and beautifully crafted out of walnut wood and have been completely restored and upholstery by our professional craftsmen tea...
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Antique Early 1900s American Queen Anne Benches

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Metal

Antique Bleached Benches
Antique Bleached Benches
H 35.5 in W 48 in D 25 in
Pair of English Walnut Leather Benches W/ Nailhead Trim Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of English walnut leather upholstered benches with scalloped apron and nailhead trim detail. The benches stand on four cabriole legs with a subtle carved animal foot.
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Antique Early 1900s English Louis XV Benches

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Brass

6-Legged French Louis XV Style Leather Tufted Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20th century French Louis XV style carved walnut bench. The bench stands on six cabriole legs with rams head feet. A double "X" stretcher connects all six legs and give the ben...
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Benches

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Brass

Antique Upholstery Walnut Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1900s lovely settee is in great condition and beautifully crafted out of walnut wood and has been completely restored and upholstery by our professional craftsmen team in the ho...
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Antique Early 1900s American Queen Anne Benches

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Metal

Antique Upholstery Walnut Bench
Antique Upholstery Walnut Bench
H 35.5 in W 48 in D 25 in
Rare French Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Hall Bench Attributed to Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Breathtaking & Mesmerizing! This French Art Nouveau hall bench with Herons Attributed to Louis Majorelle 1900s. The design & craftsmanship just take your breath away. The solid car...
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Benches

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Walnut

Stunning Antique circa 1900 English Oak & Brown Leather Chesterfield Bench
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this antique circa 1900, fully restored, hand dyed brown leather Chesterfield bench with oak frame A very good looking well made and decorative ...
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Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Benches

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Leather, Walnut

Ten Legged Walnut Carved Leather Bench W/ Nailheads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spanish ten legged bench with straight legs and scalloped apron. The bench is upholstered in leather with nailhead trim detail.
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Antique Early 1900s Spanish Spanish Colonial Benches

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Walnut

Six Legged French Carved Leather Bench C. 1900's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French walnut carved bench standing on six cabriole legs that are joined by two "X" stretchers. Beautiful and intricate carving throughout the bench that is upholstered in a tobacco ...
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Antique Early 1900s French Baroque Benches

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Walnut, Leather

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4880 Edwardian hall seat in walnut, having solid walnut seat with roll ends above shallow frieze, standing on four turned, ringed and tapering legs. This antique bench retains its ...
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Benches

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
H 20.48 in W 42.52 in D 11.03 in
Pair of Upholstered Solid Walnut Ocean Liner Benches, English Early 20th Century
Located in Totnes, GB
A pair of antique walnut steam liner benches of the highest quality. Heavy solid walnut frames with chamfered legs and moulded aprons. Decorative roundels to all the corners and midw...
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Benches

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Upholstery, Walnut

Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Walnut Oval-Form Stool/Bench
Located in San Francisco, CA
The inset oval-form leather seat above a plain frieze apron; all raised on beautifully carved cabriole legs ending in hoof feet.
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Neoclassical Benches

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Walnut

Walnut Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Hall Bench by Royal H.P. Mutters & Zoon, 1900s
By H.P. Mutters and Zoon 1
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau hall bench. Design by Royal H.P. Mutters & Zoon Den Haag. This famous Dutch company made furniture for the Dutch Royal family and als...
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Benches

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Brass

French Antique Louis XV Velvet Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This antique French walnut Louis XV style bench has been restored and is a stained a rich walnut color with patina finish. It features a newly upholstered seat covered in a blue colo...
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Benches

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Velvet, Foam, Wood, Walnut

Early 20th Century Walnut Window Seat Bench
Located in Benington, Herts
An good quality early 20th century William and Mary style walnut long bench / stool upholstered in linen  English, circa 1900 The oblong padded top covered in a quality linen, ...
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Antique Early 1900s English William and Mary Benches

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Linen, Walnut

Early 20th Century Walnut Window Seat Bench
Early 20th Century Walnut Window Seat Bench
H 14.18 in W 55.12 in D 18.12 in
French Walnut Art Nouveau Bench or Stool with Armrests, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau bench or stool with armrests. Striking French design from the 1900s. Solid walnut frame with re-upholstered velvet seat. In good original condition w...
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Benches

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Velvet, Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4633a Edwardian window seat in walnut, having moulded seat and ringed roll ends, standing on turned and ringed legs. This antique seat retains its original mellow color and patina,...
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Benches

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
H 20.08 in W 36.23 in L 20.08 in
English "x" Shaped Leather Bench with Adjustable Knobs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming English leather upholstered "X" shaped bench with adjustable wood knobs to adjust the height. Leather has beautiful rich patina and finished with antique brass nailhead trim.
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Antique Early 1900s English Other Benches

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Leather, Walnut

French Louis XV Style Walnut Benches with Loose Cushions circa 1900s, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French Provincial style walnut benches that are upholstered in a high end golden colored designer silk with gold chenille flecks throughout and detailed with antique brass co...
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Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Benches

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Walnut, Silk

Spanish Carved Walnut Bench, circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spanish carved walnut bench upholstered in a paisley wool with antique brass nailhead trim detail.
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Antique Early 1900s Spanish Spanish Colonial Benches

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Wool, Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4459 Edwardian solid walnut hall bench with figured seat with shaped ends, reeded frieze and turned legs, all in original condition throughout, ready to place at home. c1900 Measu...
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Benches

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
H 18.51 in W 36.23 in D 13 in
Elegant 1900s French Antique Gilt Painted Settee / Bench in Louis XV Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely French Louis XV style settee / bench. Solid walnut wood frame that has been painted with gilt details in a multi-color style with a distressed finish. Frame is hand-...
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Settees

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Walnut, Giltwood, Linen

Edwardian Walnut Luggage Rack
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4408, stylish Aesthetic movement luggage rack in walnut with slatted top decorated with scroll ends and turned and ringed legs united by stretchers. This antique luggage rack retai...
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Antique Early 1900s English Aesthetic Movement Trunks and Luggage

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Luggage Rack
Edwardian Walnut Luggage Rack
H 16.93 in W 24.02 in D 14.97 in
Arts and Crafts Solid Walnut Hall Bench
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4254 Arts and Crafts solid walnut hall bench with figured seat with shaped ends, reeded frieze and turned legs united by stretchers. This antique bench is in excellent original con...
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Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Benches

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Walnut

Arts and Crafts Solid Walnut Hall Bench
Arts and Crafts Solid Walnut Hall Bench
H 20.87 in W 44.1 in D 13 in
English Leather Tufted Bench with Nailhead Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English leather tufted upholstered bench stands on four walnut Queen Anne style Lion feet. Beautiful distressed leather with swag design nailhead trim detail.
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Antique Early 1900s English Queen Anne Benches

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Leather, Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4139 Edwardian solid walnut hall bench with figured seat with shaped ends, reeded frieze and turned legs united by stretchers, all in original condition throughout, ready to place ...
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Antique Early 1900s Great Britain (UK) Edwardian Benches

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
H 19.3 in W 42.13 in D 13 in
Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4116 Edwardian solid walnut hall bench with figured seat with shaped ends, reeded frieze and turned legs united by stretchers, all in original condition throughout, ready to place ...
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Benches

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
Edwardian Walnut Hall Bench
H 19.3 in W 36.23 in D 13.39 in
Wonderful Antique Walnut Bench Daybed
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome walnut daybed or low bench having hand-carved turned frame. Custom cushion.
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Antique Early 1900s English Benches

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Walnut

Wonderful Antique Walnut Bench Daybed
Wonderful Antique Walnut Bench Daybed
H 26 in W 71 in D 24.5 in
Switzerland Black Forest Carved Bear Bench, Circa 1900
By Black Forest
Located in Hollywood, SC
Solid walnut hand-carved black forest bear bench with carved centered standing bear, flanked by branches and oak leaves, two major standing bears with the original glass eyes, and a ...
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Glass, Walnut

French Leather Tufted Benche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French leather tufted walnut benche standing on four cabriole legs with nailhead trim detail.
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Benches

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Leather, Walnut

French Leather Tufted Benche
French Leather Tufted Benche
H 17 in W 17 in D 15 in
Old English Hepplewhite Style "Courting Bench" in Walnut
Located in New Orleans, LA
Old English Hepplewhite style "courting bench". Walnut. Circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s English Hepplewhite Benches

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Walnut

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Early 1900s Walnut Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of early 1900s walnut benches is available at 1stDibs. Early 1900s walnut benches made by Louis XV designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — are very popular at 1stDibs. Large early 1900s walnut benches can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller early 1900s walnut benches available at 1stDibs — each spanning 7 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Early 1900s walnut benches have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Black Forest and H.P. Mutters and Zoon are consistently popular.

How Much are Early 1900s Walnut Benches?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,800, while they’re typically $750 on the low end and $20,000 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 Early 1900s Walnut Benches
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the early 1900s, engagement rings often looked like other jewelry from the Edwardian era, which coincided with the reign of King Edward VII in the United Kingdom from 1901 to 1910. Cutters used new diamond saws and jewelry lathes to refine the old European cut. The resulting stones, designed to sparkle in the light from candles and gas lamps, are beloved by connoisseurs for their inner fire and romantic glow. The invention of the oxyacetylene torch enabled jewelers to use platinum, which had previously been too challenging to work with. This technological advancement made it possible for Edwardian rings to show off lacy filigree and milgrain work. Nature also influenced jewelry in the early 1900s. Flowing and floral garland motifs were so popular that the Edwardian age is sometimes called the "garland era." Find a selection of Edwardian engagement rings on 1stDibs.