What is a Windsor bench?

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 cobblers bench?

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?

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?

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 mission bench?

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 teak bench?

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 deacon’s bench?

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 prayer bench?

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 bench seat?

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 waterfall bench?

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 telephone bench?

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 parametric bench?

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?

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.

Are piano benches necessary?

No, piano benches are not necessary. You can sit on any stool or chair that is the appropriate height to play the piano. However, some pianists find them more comfortable or prefer how they look in front of the instrument. You'll find a selection of antique and vintage piano benches on 1stDibs.

What is the average height of a bench?

Benches are typically between 16 and 20 inches tall.

What is the best piano bench?

The best piano benches are really a matter of preference. Benches with a padded seat and options for adjusting the height are the most popular benches for such use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary piano benches from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.

What can I use for an outdoor bench?

You can use a variety of things as an outdoor bench. As an alternative to actual benches, consider a pair of garden stools placed side by side. Or, try upcycling items like crates, wood boxes or large planters, all of which are suitable pieces of seating for gardens and other exterior spaces. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of outdoor furniture.

What is a bench seat sofa?

A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.

What is a live edge bench?

A live edge bench is a piece of furniture that features a live edge seat. This means that the top is a slab of wood that shows off the edges of the tree trunk, allowing you to admire its natural patterns and imperfections. Find a collection of live edge benches on 1stDibs.

What is a backless bench called?

A 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.

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Antique Settle Bench

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Hand Carved Oak Bench

19th Century Oak Bench

19th Century English Oak Joint Stool / Bench

$1,200

H 18.51 in W 19.3 in D 15.16 in

19th Century English Oak Joint Stool / Bench

Located in Miami, FL

19th century English oak joint stool / bench Jacobean style stool / bench Hand crafted English oak The oak shows some distress from the past 300+ years The images here show...

Category

Antique 1890s Spanish Baroque Stools

Materials

Oak

Faux Bamboo (English, 19th Centunry) Stool/Bench

$3,900

H 17 in W 21 in D 21 in

Faux Bamboo (English, 19th Centunry) Stool/Bench

Located in Queens, NY

Faux bamboo (English, 19th century) ebonized and gilt trimmed round stool/bench with a needlepoint seat.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Footstools

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Wood, Giltwood

English Gray Chesterfield Stool / Bench, 20th Century

$619

H 15.75 in W 26.38 in D 18.51 in

English Gray Chesterfield Stool / Bench, 20th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

English gray Chesterfield stool / bench, 20th century Chesterfield stool with a wooden yew frame.

Category

Early 20th Century English Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique English upholstered bench stool window seat

$4,036

H 20 in W 55 in D 25 in

Antique English upholstered bench stool window seat

Located in Stroud, GB

Antique Victorian stool covered in Rose Tarlow ticking standing on mahogany legs and period castors. Suitable as a bed-end, window seat or centre stool. Dimensions: H 20″ W 54″ ...

Category

Antique 1880s Stools

Materials

Beech

Madison Square English Mahogany Chippendale Style Footstool Benches

$1,800 / set

H 19.75 in W 20.25 in D 12.25 in

Madison Square English Mahogany Chippendale Style Footstool Benches

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Southampton, NJ

A pair of Chippendale style bench footstools by Madison Square, of Hanover, Pennsylvania, USA. Constructed of solid Mahogany with Pomegranate floral tapestry style seats. A timeless ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

19th Century English 'Dog and Snake' Garden Bench

$5,800

H 29.5 in W 72 in D 28 in

19th Century English 'Dog and Snake' Garden Bench

Located in Chicago, IL

A remarkable classical 19th century English 'Snake and Dog' cast iron garden bench by famed iron forge, Coalbrookdale Iron Company, with dog head arm finials and sides with swirling ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

c. 1835 English William IV Ottoman or Bench

$760Sale Price|20% Off

H 18 in W 24 in D 24 in

c. 1835 English William IV Ottoman or Bench

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1835 curule form William IV ottoman or bench, English. Carved mahogany. A shield is carved at the center of the leg with whorls at the ends of each scrolled section.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood

English Style Galvanized Metal Garden Bench with Scroll Design

$4,400

H 42.5 in W 49.5 in D 24 in

English Style Galvanized Metal Garden Bench with Scroll Design

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

English style galvanized metal garden bench is decorated with multiple scrolls following the backrest, seat and arms.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

19th Century English Cast Iron 'Love Seat' Garden Bench

$4,131

H 36.62 in W 44.1 in D 18.12 in

19th Century English Cast Iron 'Love Seat' Garden Bench

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Authentic, compact English garden bench (love seat) made of heavy cast iron with a romantic and ornate design.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique English Regency Upholstered Bench Long Footstool C.1820

$3,147

H 19.69 in W 37.41 in D 16.54 in

Antique English Regency Upholstered Bench Long Footstool C.1820

Located in London, GB

Antique English Regency Upholstered Bench Long Footstool C.1820 Ebonised Walnut frame, with cabriole legs.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique English Jacobean Style Carved Oak Joint Bench Stool

$1,771

H 12.21 in W 36.23 in D 11.82 in

Antique English Jacobean Style Carved Oak Joint Bench Stool

Located in London, GB

Antique English Jacobean style carved oak joint bench stool circa 1920 A good size piece.

Category

Early 20th Century English Jacobean Stools

Materials

Oak

Classic English Edwardian Wrought Iron Strap Style Garden Bench

$1,900

H 29 in W 59 in D 30 in

Classic English Edwardian Wrought Iron Strap Style Garden Bench

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

An Edwardian period garden bench. The wrought iron "straps" are hand riveted and the arms and legs are forged in a scroll design with a worn painted finish.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

English Wicker Garden Settee Bench or Seat by Lloyd Loom

$4,895

H 33.5 in W 58.5 in D 26.5 in

English Wicker Garden Settee Bench or Seat by Lloyd Loom

By Lloyd Loom

Located in Austin, TX

A fine Lloyd Loom settee or seating bench sofa, synonymous with classic English style, featuring a settee of woven wicker and wire over a wood frame stretcher.

Category

20th Century English Settees

Materials

Wire

English Bench Made inlaid Mahogany Chippendale style Pedestal Partner's Desk

$7,650

H 31 in W 61 in D 37 in

English Bench Made inlaid Mahogany Chippendale style Pedestal Partner's Desk

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Quite possibly one of the finest English BENCH MADE (hand made on a cabinetmaker's "bench") reproduction Partner's Desks made today.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Chippendale Desks

Materials

Brass

Restored Suite of William Morris Richard Norman Shaw Tabard Bench & Armchairs

$5,473 / set

H 36.82 in W 41.54 in D 21.26 in

Restored Suite of William Morris Richard Norman Shaw Tabard Bench & Armchairs

By Norman Shaw, William Morris (English)

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to this very rare suite of original William Morris Richard Norman Shaw tabard seating with new Morris forest linen upholstery A very good looking and well-made su...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Wood & Hogan English Bench-Made Chippendale Style Mahogany Writing Table

$9,884Sale Price|30% Off

H 30 in W 61 in D 31 in

Wood & Hogan English Bench-Made Chippendale Style Mahogany Writing Table

Located in North Salem, NY

Fine Wood & Hogan English bench-made mahogany Chippendale style three drawer writing table with tooled leather shaped top and pull out slides on each end.

Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique English Regency Mahogany Folding Bench Loveseat Sleeper Sofa Campaign

$6,250

H 39 in W 22 in D 76 in

Antique English Regency Mahogany Folding Bench Loveseat Sleeper Sofa Campaign

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 19th century museum quality English Regency convertible hall bench or bed. A rectangular form made from walnut with with brass trim.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Regency Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

19th Century English Charles X Mahogany Bench with Green Velvet Upholstery

$2,200

H 20 in W 22 in D 16 in

19th Century English Charles X Mahogany Bench with Green Velvet Upholstery

Located in Dallas, TX

This 19th Century English Charles X Mahogany Bench with Green Velvet Upholstery is a stunning piece of antique furniture.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Charles X Stools

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Reclaimed Carved Stone and Portland Limestone Garden Bench Seat - English 1860

$6,529

H 21 in W 57 in D 17.75 in

Reclaimed Carved Stone and Portland Limestone Garden Bench Seat - English 1860

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A superb English garden piece, this stunning Reclaimed Carved Stone Garden Bench Seat is a perfect example of rustic charm and timeless elegance.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Sandstone

Paul F HardingVintage English Woman in Dress on Park Bench in Suburbia 1960's 1970's England, 2013

$2,668

H 20 in W 24 in D 2 in

Vintage English Woman in Dress on Park Bench in Suburbia 1960's 1970's England

By Paul F Harding

Located in Preston, GB

Vintage English Woman in Dress on Park Bench in Suburbia 1960's 1970's England, entitled 'Summertime Blues' by Retro Nostalgic Artist, Paul F Harding.

Category

Late 20th Century English School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

English Caned Bergere Stool or Bench Seat of Walnut on Cabriole Legs

$1,895

H 19.25 in W 19.5 in D 15.5 in

English Caned Bergere Stool or Bench Seat of Walnut on Cabriole Legs

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English bergere stool or bench of patinated walnut, featuring a rectangular caned seat on a frame of four turned cabriole legs.

Category

Early 20th Century English Stools

Materials

Walnut, Wood

English Bench Made Reproduction Pedestal Partner's Desk, Burr Elm, Chipp. Style

$7,850

H 31.25 in W 61 in D 37.25 in

English Bench Made Reproduction Pedestal Partner's Desk, Burr Elm, Chipp. Style

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

AVAILABLE LATE OCTOBER, 2025 Quite possibly one of the finest British bench-made pedestal partner's desks made today.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Large Antique Artist's Bench, English, Patina, 6 Seat, Kitchen, Desk, Edwardian

$5,965Sale Price|20% Off

H 30.52 in W 70.67 in D 35.63 in

Large Antique Artist's Bench, English, Patina, 6 Seat, Kitchen, Desk, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique artist's bench. An English, mahogany over pitch pine patinated kitchen table or desk, dating to the Edwardian period and later, circa 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Victorian English Oak Turned Bobbin Leg Rush Seat Bench With Geometric Stretcher

$1,094

H 13.78 in W 35.83 in D 12.21 in

Victorian English Oak Turned Bobbin Leg Rush Seat Bench With Geometric Stretcher

Located in Reading, Berkshire

English Antique Victorian Oak Turned Bobbin Leg Rush Seat Bench With Geometric Stretcher.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Stools

Materials

Oak, Rattan, Rush

Pair of Large Scale Antique English Regency Style Benches with Dolphin Feet

$6,850 / set

H 19.5 in W 25.75 in D 25.75 in

Pair of Large Scale Antique English Regency Style Benches with Dolphin Feet

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of large scale antique English Regency style benches with dolphin feet. These stunning large Regency style benches or ottomans are beautifully carved on all sides and large enou...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Walnut

English Bench Made Reprod. Burr Elm Hepplewhite Style Leather Top Writing Table

$5,975

H 31.75 in W 49.5 in D 25.5 in

English Bench Made Reprod. Burr Elm Hepplewhite Style Leather Top Writing Table

By George Hepplewhite

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Superb Quality Antique Copy Reproduction English Bench Made Burr Elm Hepplewhite Style Leather Top Writing Table made with all old reclaimed timber, including superbvly figured burr ...

Category

2010s English Hepplewhite Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Elm

Early 20th-C. English Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Settee / Bench

$3,495

H 42 in W 49 in D 19.5 in

Early 20th-C. English Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Settee / Bench

Located in Kennesaw, GA

Such a beautiful back! This is an early English Chinese Chippendale style mahogany settee. The carving is amazing! The vintage striped upholstery is in very good condition. It is unm...

Category

Early 20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique English Footstool Bench Stool Joint Stool Barley Twist Carved Oak c.1900

$975

H 18 in W 19.5 in D 11.5 in

Antique English Footstool Bench Stool Joint Stool Barley Twist Carved Oak c.1900

Located in Tyler, TX

CHARMING Antique English Carved Oak Barley Twist Joint Stool Footstool Bench c. 1900 Classic British flair with barley twist legs with carved apron~~A must have decorator piece 18"...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Stools

Materials

Oak

Antique Love Seat, English, Walnut, Duet Bench, Dog Bed, Small Settee, Victorian

$3,138Sale Price|20% Off

H 21.86 in W 48.23 in D 33.47 in

Antique Love Seat, English, Walnut, Duet Bench, Dog Bed, Small Settee, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique love seat. An English, walnut and textile duet bench or dog bed, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Loveseats

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Antique English Stool Footstool Bench Carved Top Barley Twist Legs Oak c. 1920s

$975

H 19.5 in W 13 in D 13 in

Antique English Stool Footstool Bench Carved Top Barley Twist Legs Oak c. 1920s

Located in Tyler, TX

BEAUTIFUL Antique English Carved Oak Barley Twist Stool Footstool Bench with Carved Topc. 1920s Barley twist legs and "X" stretcher with up finial~~a "must have" decorator piece 19...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Stools

Materials

Oak

Pair of Antique English Victorian Wrought Iron Garden or Park Seats / Benches

$7,067 / set

H 34.25 in W 97 in D 28 in

Pair of Antique English Victorian Wrought Iron Garden or Park Seats / Benches

Located in Glasgow, GB

A pair of unusual 19th century wrought iron garden seats or benches, with ornate scrolling armrests and ergonomically curved back and seats for each place. With scrolling legs to the...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique English Footstool Bench Stool Joint Stool Turned Leg Carved Oak c. 1900

$895

H 18.25 in W 18 in D 10.25 in

Antique English Footstool Bench Stool Joint Stool Turned Leg Carved Oak c. 1900

Located in Tyler, TX

CHARMING Antique English Carved Oak Joint Stool Footstool Bench c. 1900 Classic British flair with turned legs with "pear" feet and carved apron~~A must have decorator piece 18.25"...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Stools

Materials

Oak

Antique English Rush Seat Bench Stool Joint Stool Turned Leg Carved Oak c. 1930s

$1,800

H 20 in W 20.5 in D 14.5 in

Antique English Rush Seat Bench Stool Joint Stool Turned Leg Carved Oak c. 1930s

Located in Tyler, TX

CHARMING Antique English Carved Oak Rush Seat Joint Stool Footstool Bench c. 1930s Classic British flair with turned legs and rush seat~~A must have decorator piece 20" tall x 20.5...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Stools

Materials

Oak

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English Bench Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the English bench bench you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each English bench bench for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and fabric. Find 1398 options for an antique or vintage English bench bench now, or shop our selection of 27 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an English bench bench — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right English bench bench, those designed in Victorian, Regency and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. A well-made English bench bench has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Coalbrookdale Foundry, William Morris (English) and Ebenezer Gomme are consistently popular.

How Much is an English Bench Bench?

The average selling price for an English bench bench at 1stDibs is $2,885, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $68,000 for the 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.

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