Good Bench Seat
Early 20th Century French Benches
Rush, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Benches
Rush, Maple
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Fabric, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Benches
Mahogany
Antique 1790s Georgian Benches
Oak
Mid-20th Century Industrial Benches
Beech
Vintage 1910s Scottish Benches
Oak
Vintage 1980s Italian Benches
Metal, Chrome
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Benches
Fabric, Cherry
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Benches
Linen, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Rush, Walnut
20th Century American Benches
Early 20th Century British Chippendale Benches
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Benches
Animal Skin
Early 2000s Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Leather
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Benches
Cherry
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Naugahyde, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Benches
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Textile, Wood
Antique 1860s Indian Anglo-Indian Benches
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Benches
Stone
20th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Wood
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Benches
Pine
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Aluminum
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Beech
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Benches
Oak
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Benches
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Benches
Wood, Oak, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Italian Brutalist Benches
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Benches
Oak
20th Century English Edwardian Benches
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century British Jacobean Benches
Cane, Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Provincial Benches
Oak
Antique 1890s Folk Art Benches
Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Modern Benches
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Hardwood, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Benches
Wood, Hardwood, Ash
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Chestnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Cherry
1990s Neoclassical Revival Benches
Cotton, Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century Spanish Benches
Horn, Animal Skin
Antique Mid-19th Century French Benches
Chestnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Oak, Pine
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Benches
Oak
Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Benches
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Benches
Chestnut, Pine
Antique 19th Century Austrian Benches
Pine
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Good Bench Seat For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Good Bench Seat?
Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat should be between 18 and 20 inches in height (46-51 cm). Though this is an average range, the height depends on its use. Bench height is also defined based on the distance from the seat to the ground. Find antique and vintage benches 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 bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Bench seats are typically around 18 inches deep.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023A good seat height for an accent chair is around 16 inches. However, you should also consider the height of the other seating furniture, like a sofa or a loveseat, in your space. Generally, an accent chair's seat should be no more than 4 inches higher or lower than the seats on adjacent furniture to maintain a balanced look and allow for easy conversation in seating areas. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of accent chairs.
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