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Steel And Brass Bench Jansen House
By Maison Jansen
Located in PARIS, FR
Steel and brass Curule Savonarola bench model by the designer and publisher Maison Jansen, from the 1960s. Two-seater bench with a steel grid seat and decorative brass elements. In e...
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Mid-20th Century Benches

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Brass, Steel

Steel And Brass Bench Jansen House
Steel And Brass Bench Jansen House
H 35.63 in W 23.23 in D 41.34 in
Slat Bench by Walter Antonis
By Walter Antonis
Located in BREDA, NL
Rare slatted bench designed by Walter Antonis for the 't Spectrum in 1969. The slatted bench can be used as a bench or coffee table.
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Vintage 1960s Benches

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Steel

Slat Bench by Walter Antonis
Slat Bench by Walter Antonis
H 12.21 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
4 French Mid-Century Modern Industrial Iron Stools / Benches
Located in New York, NY
Two pairs of French Mid-Century Modern / Industrial Design stools Priced and sold by the pair.
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Stools

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Steel

Mid Century Modern Chrome Steel Flat Bar Milo Baughman Style Bench by Tulip Inc
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Chrome Steel Flat Bar Milo Baughman Style Bench by Tulip Inc. Item features a steel metal chrome plated frame, original upholstery and tag, clean Modernist...
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Bench
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-century modern chrome bench. Nice architectural bench of chrome-plated steel. Minor surface scratches. 2 available. 46 1/2" long x 15" deep x 17" high.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Bench
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Bench
H 17 in W 46.5 in D 15 in
Large steel hammer bench, 1940s Belgium
Located in Brussels, BE
Unique addition to your outdoor or indoor space – a massive steel hammer from the 1940s repurposed as a bench and decorative element. With 230cm, this sturdy piece serves as a powerf...
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Industrial Benches

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Steel

Large steel hammer bench, 1940s Belgium
Large steel hammer bench, 1940s Belgium
H 39.38 in W 114.18 in D 13.78 in
Vintage Industrial Bench
Located in Oakville, CT
Wooden Factory Bench Overall Dimensions: 11" x 73" x 21" high Sear Height: 18" Materials: Maple & Steel
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Mid-20th Century American Benches

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Steel

Vintage Industrial Bench
Vintage Industrial Bench
H 21 in W 73 in D 11 in
Pair of Hunter Green Square Faux Leather Stools/Benches with Brushed Steel Legs
Located in San Francisco, CA
each square-form bench with semi-detached faux leather cushion over a deep apron; raised on square tapering brushed-steel supports
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Benches

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Steel

Willy Guhl Concrete and Steel Floating Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable mid-century floating concrete bench by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Circa 1960s. Sturdy and substantial. Holds the weight of 3 adults easily. Perfect minimal design as is c...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Benches

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Concrete, Steel

Mid-Century Neo-Classical Maison Jansen Style Steel Bench W/ Faux Marble Fabric
By Maison Jansen
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Maison Jansen inspired neoclassical style steel bench newly upholstered in a silver / bronze faux marbleized fabric. It is purported to be Italian. There is some age approp...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches

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Steel

Willy Guhl Fiberglass Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Malibu, US
Stunning floating bench designed by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland, circa 1960. Made of reinforced fiberglass and steel tubular frame. Incredible patina to both ...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Willy Guhl Fiberglass Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Malibu, US
Stunning floating bench designed by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland, circa 1960. Made of reinforced fiberglass and steel tubular frame. Incredible patina to both ...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Steel and brass bench by Maison Jansen
Located in PARIS, FR
Steel and brass Curule Savonarola bench by the designer and publisher Maison Jansen, 1960s. 2-seater bench with a checkered steel seat and decorative brass elements. Very good condit...
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Mid-20th Century Benches

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Brass, Steel

Steel and brass bench by Maison Jansen
Steel and brass bench by Maison Jansen
H 35.63 in W 41.34 in D 23.23 in
Original Bench from Helsinki House of Culture by Alvar Aalto, 1952-1958
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Transform your space with the soul of Helsinki's cultural history embodied in an original 3-seat bench from The House of Culture Helsinki, designed by Alvar Aalto between 1952-1958. ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Model 400 Bench in Oak with Black Base
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an iconic slatted oak bench designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by Knoll. It dates to circa 1952. This piece was constructed using solid oak wood for the top an...
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Benches

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Steel

Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Teak "Krobo" Long Coffee Table, Bench, 1960's
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Long Torbjorn Afdal solid Teak Table, Bench by Bruksbo Mellenstrands Norway. Featuring a longer lower lipped rectangular framework in smoothly grained Teak, with Steel supported legs...
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Florence Knoll Leather Bench, Knoll Associates Inc.
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Florence Knoll bench with early label Knoll Associates, Inc. Madison Ave, NY. We had the bench redone in brown leather. Bench measures 80" wide, 20" deep and 17.5" high. The bench...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

1960s John Behringer Link Bench Model 656 for Fabry Associates
By John Behringer, Fabry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous 4-seater bench (model 656) by John Behringer for Fabry Associates. These iconic benches were used in the TWA terminal, famously designed by Eero Saarine...
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Benches

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Bench
Located in Highland, IN
This nicely scaled upholstered bench was part of the Eli Lilly corporate collection. Likely used in a reception area, it’s perfect to now serve in an entryway, hallway, living room, ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Bench
Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Bench
H 16.5 in W 50 in D 18.5 in
Jean Prouvé Style Concrete Bench, 1950s France
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of Jean Prouvé style concrete benches from France, circa 1960. Very similar to Prouvé’s iconic ‘Marcoule’ bench from 1953, these benches were clearly designed and fabri...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Concrete, Steel

Modernist Concrete Bench, Belgium circa 1940s
By Le Corbusier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage modernist concrete bench from Belgium, circa 1940s. Reminiscent of Le Corbusier’s ‘Borne Béton Grande’ outdoor floor lamp for Chandigarh. Minimalist, Bauhaus’esque design, th...
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Concrete, Steel

Neoclassical steel brass curule bench by Maison Jansen 1960s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful 1960’s Curule Savonarola bench made of heavy stainless steel metal with brass accents. This timeless bench was created by French interior design firm Maison Jansen in the e...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Willy Guhl Concrete and Steel Floating Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable mid-century floating concrete bench by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Circa 1960s. Sturdy and substantial. Holds the weight of 3 adults easily. Perfect minimal design as is c...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Benches

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Concrete, Steel

1970s Italian Vintage Black Faux Fur Steel Bed Stool Bench - 1 Pair available
Located in New York, NY
A pair is available - Mid-Century Modern Italian bench, rare for the structure in satin steel with a silver brushed chrome color, very modern in the construction with a stylized C sh...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Bench for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1960s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Almelo, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Bench for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s This mid-century modern bench, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt for Artifort in the 1960s, is the perfect addit...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Aluminum, Steel

Mid-Century Charles & Ray Eames Tandem Seating for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Beirut, LB
Iconic three-shell seating tandem by Charles & Ray Eames, black fiberglass shells on an aluminium base with a white side table attached, labeled on bottoms.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Aluminum, Steel

John Risley Monsieur & Mademoiselle Patio Bench Sculpture 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Dallas, TX
Handmade John Risley Studio welded steel bench sculpture. Freshly restored in a stunning yellow-orange powder coat. Measures: Seat height is 17" Seat depth is 17".
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Midcentury Set of 2 Chairs or Benches in Teak, Italy, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice set of 2 Italian benches or chairs. They are made in the 1960s. Teak wooden seating with a black metal structure. We work with professional packers and shippers, we...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Four Seat Bench for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1960s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Almelo, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Bench for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s This midcentury four-seat bench, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt for Artifort in the 1960s, would be a great a...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Aluminum, Steel

Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Rosewood "Krobo" Coffee Table, Bench
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Torbjorn Afdal solid dark rosewood table, bench by Bruksbo Mellenstrands Norway. Featuring a sturdy, lipped and, balanced rectangular framework in smoothly grained dark Rosewood, wit...
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid century bench with table Tendo Mokko
By Tendo Mokko
Located in Venezia, VENETO
This 3-seats and table bench has been made in the 1960s. It was part of a limited edition designed for the furnishings of a facility in Japan with other rare Japanese modern items fr...
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Mid century bench with table Tendo Mokko
Mid century bench with table Tendo Mokko
H 24.81 in W 84.65 in D 23.63 in
Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Wonderful mid-century slat bench or coffee table by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1950s. Stained ash. Early original Bowtie Label (Knoll Associates) that predates Knoll International. Has...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Modernist Wire Settee
Located in Portland, OR
A compelling and sculptural seating option made from welded steel wire rod. As acquired, with rust in spots and nice overall patina. Very structurally sound, even comfortable. Geomet...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Modernist Wire Settee
Modernist Wire Settee
H 31 in W 39.5 in D 27.25 in
Italian Modernist Teak and Leather Bench by Inge and Luciano Rubino
By Inge & Luciano Rubino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bench designed by Inge and Luciano Rubino in 1964 for Apec Italy. Of the few pieces of furniture the Danish/Italian couple designed, this bench is the most iconic and coveted. Long ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Beautiful Mid-Century Walnut Slatted Bench Chrome Frame Style of George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson, Mueller Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern walnut slatted bench chrome frame style of George Nelson . Very clean 1960s bench. Made by Mueller Furniture Company USA. Very High Quality construction ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome, Steel

Midcentury “Krobo” Table / Bench by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Scandinavian modern low coffee table / bench designed by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway. This piece displays rich wood grains and sculpted edges. The perfect fit for ...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Black Enameled Steel Slat Bench or Low Coffee Table, USA 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Steel slat bench made of welded steel bars, enameled in black.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Circa 1950 French Sculptural Steel Lounges Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of French sculptural steel lounges, circa 1950s. This fantastic pair retains the original finish which has aged beautifully. The elegantly curved seats look great on their own o...
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Chaise Longues

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Steel

George Nelson Modular Seating System Bench in Alexander Girard Checker Fabric
By George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
Nelson’s studio “George Nelson & Associates” produced countless designs that were ahead of their time, including the Nelson Modular Seating System from which we have this three piece...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Galvanized Steel Manelco Bench, Cannes, France 1958
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Substantial and very heavy galvanized steel "Manelco" bench, from Cannes, France in 1958. Only produced for two years. Beautiful modern design with a large circular back rest and fra...
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Benches

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Steel

Rare Vintage Dutch Church Bench, 1960s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
What a beauty! This unique bench is made for in a church. But is now an absolute eyecatcher for every home, restaurant or hotel. Ca Stand against the wall or free, so you can use the...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Rare Vintage Dutch Church Bench, 1960s
Rare Vintage Dutch Church Bench, 1960s
H 45.67 in W 78.75 in D 16.54 in
Jean Prouvé Bench, 1957
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Rare Jean Prouvé bench from the back row of the University of Paris Medical School Auditorium, circa 1957, in completely original condition, original green paint, single plank seat w...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Jean Prouvé Bench, 1957
Jean Prouvé Bench, 1957
H 30 in W 78 in D 12.5 in
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench in Mahogany Wood Bench
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Chicago, IL
Bench designed by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1950. Manufactured by Steph Simon (France), circa 1950. Mahogany wood, lacquered metal frame and legs. Provenance: Cansado, Mauritania (...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Pair, Pierre Guariche French Black Benches Steel & Distressed Faux Leather 1960
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Pierre Guariche French black benches or stools in steel & distressed faux leather 1960 designed. Hand stitched Faux Leather with rivets decoration. In all original distress...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Custom Florence Knoll Bench
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Florence Knoll Bench USA 2017 leather, steel Measures: 48 W x 19.5 D x 16.75 H inches. Custom sized Florence Knoll bench in a custom flat steel finish with leather upholster...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Custom Florence Knoll Bench
Custom Florence Knoll Bench
H 16.75 in W 48 in D 19.5 in
Vintage Woven Leather Long Bench by Katavalos Littell and Kelley Laverne c.1950s
By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Vintage Woven Leather Long Bench by Katavalos Littell and Kelley Laverne c.1950s The bench was designed by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley in 1952 as part of the original Laverne Colle...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Bench in Teak with Brass Feet, Italy, 1950s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice Italian bench or side table made in the 1950s. Teak wooden seating with a black metal structure and brass adjustable feet.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass, Steel

Mid Century French Jansen Style Steel, Brass and Leather Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorative mid century French Jansen style steel, brass and leather bench. A beautiful accent piece for a fine home!
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Mid-20th Century French Benches

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Brass, Steel

Set of custom ordered Florence Knoll Benches
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Florence Knoll Pair of benches USA 1954 leather, steel Measures: 48 W x 19.5 D x 16.75 H inches Pair of custom-sized Florence Knoll benches in a custom flat steel finish wit...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Maison Jansen Attributed Steel and Brass Bench
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Maison Jansen attributed steel and brass bench in the Regency style. France. Measures: 18". H. 23". W. 18". D. (seat. 16").
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Vintage 1960s French Stools

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Brass, Steel

Unique Industrial Plywood Stackable School Sofa Seat by Marko Holland, 1960s
By Marko
Located in Voorburg, NL
Unique and comfortable Industrial Plywood Schoolsofa seat consisting of 4 linked chairs, produced by Marko Holland in the ‘60’s. The chairs have a black tubular metal frame and beaut...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Benches

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Steel

Wood and Steel Mid-Century Table or Bench, Denmark, 1950's
Located in Austin, TX
Elongated table or bench of Scandinavian mid-century styling. Teak or rosewood top with steel legs and wood feet. Denmark, 1950's.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench in Ash Wood
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Chicago, IL
Bench designed by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1950. Wood, lacquered metal frame and legs. Provenance: Cansado, Mauritania (Africa). In original condition, with minor wear consiste...
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench in Ash Wood
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench in Ash Wood
H 9.5 in W 102.25 in D 27.25 in
Mid-Century Bench in Teak with Brass Feet, Italy, 1950s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice Italian bench or side table made in the 1950s. Teak wooden seating with a black metal structure and brass adjustable feet.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel, Brass

Rare 1940's /50's New York Times Newspaper Display Cart, News Stand
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare 1940's /50's New York Times Newspaper display cart, news stand, You would be hard pressed to find another!. Newspaper industrial rolling cart with famed New York Times logo, mos...
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Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Historical Memorabilia

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Metal, Steel

John Risley Sculptural Woman & Man Steel Bench in Fire Engine Red c. 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Saint Louis, MO
An artful and happy John Risley (1919-2002) "Woman and Man" 1960s bench made in Middletown, Connecticut of welded cold roll steel rods and finished in Fire Engine Red paint. An iconi...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Early Gae Aulenti Yellow 'Locus Solus' Bench
By Gae Aulenti, Poltronova
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, 'Locus Solus' bench, lacquered tubular steel, fabric, Italy, 1964 Italian designer Gae Aulenti designed the ‘Locus Solus’ series in 1964 especially for t...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Early Gae Aulenti Yellow 'Locus Solus' Bench
Early Gae Aulenti Yellow 'Locus Solus' Bench
H 25.99 in W 42.52 in D 21.66 in
Maison Jansen Folding X-Form Bench
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic folding bench dates to the 1960s and was created by Maison Jansen. The piece has been professionaly polished, and upholstered in an Italian, faux alligator p...
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Mid-20th Century French Empire Revival Benches

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Brass, Steel

Maison Jansen Folding X-Form Bench
Maison Jansen Folding X-Form Bench
H 17.25 in W 24.5 in D 17.25 in
Maison Jansen Bronze and Steel Tufted Bench
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Maison Jansen bronze and steel tufted upholstered bench.
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Vintage 1950s French Directoire Benches

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Bronze, Steel

Maison Jansen Bronze and Steel Tufted Bench
Maison Jansen Bronze and Steel Tufted Bench
H 18.5 in W 19.5 in D 14.25 in
Metal & Wood Convertible Daybed, France 1950's
By André Renou and Jean Pierre Genisset
Located in New York, NY
A great example of French mid century design, this daybed has sides that folds up to convert it from a bed to a settee.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Brass, Cut Steel

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Mid-20th Century Steel Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of mid-20th century steel benches for sale on 1stDibs. Mid-20th century steel benches bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Knoll, Herman Miller and George Nelson each produced beautiful mid-20th century steel benches that are worth considering.

How Much are Mid-20th Century Steel Benches?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,433, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $67,553 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.