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Mid-Century Modern Bench
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern bench. Original mid-century design, America, circa 1970’s. Masterfully restored
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Bench
Mid-Century Modern Bench
H 20 in W 60.5 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Bench by Emilio Lancia, Italy, 1930s
By Emilio Lancia
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Bench by Emilio Lancia, Italy, 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Fabric, Wood

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Benches in Boucle
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Benches in Boucle.
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Bouclé

Italian Designer, Mid-Century Modern, Bench, Sheepskin, Walnut, 1960s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern bench, footstool or seat in the manner of Gio Ponti in a new luxurious neutral
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Sheepskin, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Bench, Wood and White Boucle Fabric, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Bench, Wood and White Boucle Fabric, Italy, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Benches

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Wood

Mel Smilow Slatted Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Bench on Tapered Dowel Legs
By Mel Smilow
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mel Smilow Slatted solid walnut Mid-Century Modern bench on tapered dowel legs.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Bench Upholstered in Boucle
By Shelby Williams
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century Modern bench with polished aluminum legs. Legs are repurposed from "Gazelle" chairs
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid Century Bench with a shallow button tufted cushion, 'Berlin Silver" industrial bolt motif sides
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Bench
Mid-Century Modern Bench
H 18 in W 58 in D 18 in
Unique Mid-Century Modern Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous vintage modern bench features decorative vinyl upholstery, a wood frame, and aluminum
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Aluminum

Unique Mid-Century Modern Bench
Unique Mid-Century Modern Bench
H 17.5 in W 67 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Bench / Ottoman, Leather, Steel
By J.A. Casillas
Located in Stamford, CT
. Casillas. A sleek and stylish bench in the Mid Century Modern Taste on a rectangular base.
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Vintage 1980s Benches

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Steel

Restored 1960 Chrome Steel Mid-Century Modern Bench with Navy Blue Mohair Velvet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Delve into the iconic style of the 1960s with our Mid-Century Modern Bench, a piece that perfectly
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel, Chrome, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
Eye-catching modern bench. Item originates from France.
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20th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture

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Limestone

Mid-Century Modern Bench
Mid-Century Modern Bench
H 19.75 in W 51.25 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Bench by David Smith & Co
Located in Seattle, WA
Dark Toned Petite Rustic Bench. Makers Mark States “Handcrafted From Old World Java .” Vintage
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Bench “Cíntia” by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1964
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
absolutely stunning. This piece can fit in any type of environment, from mid-century modern to contemporary
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Bench in Solid Teak Slats – Italy 1960
Located in Girona, ES
Bench in solid teak slats with brass finishes. Original satin varnish. Very nice quality.
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Antique 1660s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Sober French Mid-Century Modern Bench Covered in Giraffe Skin
Located in New York, NY
A rare French Modernist bench covered in Giraffe Skin, circa 1930. A sober and exotic piece.
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Vintage 1930s French Modern Benches

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Wood

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches or Stools, Osvaldo Borsani Attributed
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern wood stools or benches featuring pairs of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Small MId-Century Modern Bench in Greige Chenille Fabric - Italy, Early 1950s
Located in Girona, ES
Small bench with backrest and four long legs in solid shellac-varnished maple. Upholstery redone in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chenille, Maple

'Canela III' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
faithful to the original mid-century modern design albeit in a more robust and imposing fashion
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Benches

Materials

Brass

'Canela II' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
modern statement. Canela II is the perfect addition to any environment, its minimalist mid-century
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Benches

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Brass

Danish Mid-Century Modern Bench or Footstool
Located in Atlanta, GA
This vintage Danish modern footstool features sturdy teak legs with original brown tweed upholstery
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Bench Cocktail Table Style of George Nelson Solid Beech 1950s
By George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-century slatted bench, cocktail table from the mid-1950s. Faintly stamped Yugoslavia on the
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Vintage 1950s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Beech

Mid Century Modern Bench in Pine, Made by a Swedish Cabinetmaker in the 1970s
By Roland Wilhelmsson, Pierre Chapo, Carl Malmsten, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
A charming bench in solid pine, crafted by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the 1970s. Great craftmanship
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Pine

Pair of Light Blue Flame Stitch X-Base Billy Baldwin Mid Century Modern Benches
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage original upholstered pair of Billy Baldwin "Parson's style" ottomans or benches in light
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Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Benches

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Cotton

Mid-Century Modern Black Vinyl Upholstered Oiled Walnut Bench by Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice mid-century modern bench by Jens Risom
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Lacquered Mahogany Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern bench features a clean, geometric, lacquered mahogany frame with high handled
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wool, Mahogany

Mid-Century Bench Upholstered in Fur
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning Mid-Century Modern bench. Having an X form black iron base with fur upholstery.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern New Blue Upholstery X-Stretchers Benches
By Ico Parisi
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of new upholstery Italian Mid-Century Modern benches on X-stretcher bases and brass tips.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal, Brass

Mid Century Modern Curlicue Steel & Brass Upholstered Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish mid century modern bench having curlicue steel base with decorative brass ball accents and
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Vintage 1970s Benches

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Leather and Chrome Entry Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern bench is sure to stand out in the entryway to a room or living
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

Tibetan Sheepskin Bench Lucite Tapered Legs Mid-Century Modern, 1970
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern bench with exotic Tibetan sheepskin in ivory. Fabulous bench has a sturdy
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Sheepskin, Lucite

Pair of Large Oversize 4x4 Orange Upholstery Square Benches by Steelcase Sofa
By Steelcase, Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of oversize mid century modern benches by Steelcase.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Italian White Lacquered Curved Seat Wooden Stool Side Table
By Charlotte Perriand, George Nelson
Located in Carimate, Como
Italian Mid-Century Modern bench stool with white lacquered and curved top seat standing on four
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood

1960's Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Style Aluminum & Tweed Bench
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern bench for sale. Knoll style with an aluminum frame and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Aluminum

Reupholstered Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Chrome Bench
Located in Medina, OH
This chic Mid-Century Modern bench was realized in the United States, circa 1980. It features
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

1970's Restored Mid-Century Modern Benches with Chrome Bases & Hexagon Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a pair of 1970’s Mid-Century Modern-style benches, artfully combining style and
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Chrome, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Half Circular Nickel Silver Upholstered Knotched Bamboo Bench
Located in North Miami, FL
This Mid-Century Modern bench is a half moon knotted bamboo nickel silver bench that is upholstered
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Iron, Nickel

Danish Modern Teak and Beech Bench, 1950s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak and Beech Bench, 1950s. Gorgeous small Danish Mid-century modern bench with
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Beech, Teak

Danish Modern Teak and Beech Bench, 1950s
Danish Modern Teak and Beech Bench, 1950s
H 17.52 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in
Michel Boyer Style Mid-Century Modern Footstools, Stainless Steel, Black Leather
By Michel Boyer
Located in Stamford, CT
leather cushion. These impressive Mid-Century Modern benches are simply stunning. The strong heavy and
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Cut Steel

French Ebonized Ottoman in the Manner of Maison Jansen
By Jean Prouvé, Jules Leleu, Dominique, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Maison Jansen
Located in Houston, TX
stool has a matte Ebonized finish, tapered legs with brass sabots. This French Mid-Century Modern bench
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of French Ottomans After Jansen
By Jules Leleu, Dominique, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jean Prouvé, Maison Jansen
Located in Houston, TX
or stools have a matte ebonized finish, tapered legs with brass sabots. These French Mid-Century
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Velvet, Wood

Pair of French Ottomans After Jansen
Pair of French Ottomans After Jansen
H 19.75 in W 19.5 in D 18.5 in
Extra Large Vintage Oak Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
used as a monumental coffee table. This gigantic mid-century modern bench is crafted from solid oak. We
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Oak

Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheepskin & Lucite Bench Attr to Marzio Cecchi
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in New York, NY
A Large, Elegant and Dramatic Italian Mid-Century Modern Bench Attributed to Marzio Cecchi circa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Sheepskin, Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Italian Side Table, Metal Glass and Marble, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern bench, wood and white bouclé fabric, Italy, 1960s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Side Tables

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Marble, Metal

Restored Mid-Century Modern Rosewood & Lucite Bench with White Linen Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the fusion of elegance and contemporary design with our mid-century modern bench, a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal

Mid Century Style Mohair Bench
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Custom integrated leg mohair midcentury style bench, in rich dark charcoal mohair, with buttons
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

Mid Century Style Mohair Bench
Mid Century Style Mohair Bench
H 18 in W 48 in D 18 in
Mid Century Style Mohair Bench
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Custom made with integrated legs into the body of the mohair midcentury style bench. Upholstered in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Nickel

Mid Century Style Mohair Bench
Mid Century Style Mohair Bench
H 18 in W 48 in D 18 in
Pair of Custom Mid Century Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom hairpin leg benches, with satin black powder coated iron legs and four inch thick
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

1960s Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood by Jorge Jabour Mauad for Móveis Cantu
By Jorge Jabour
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern bench, designed by Jorge Jabour Mauad for Móveis Cantu in
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood

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
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Aluminum, Steel

Small Settee by Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern bench with attached table. Made by Thayer Coggin with upholstered settee on a
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Settees

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Wood

Small Settee by Thayer Coggin
Small Settee by Thayer Coggin
H 33 in W 66.5 in D 24.5 in
Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood & Orange Cushions by Fatima, 1960s, Brazil
By Moveis Fatima
Located in New York, NY
Available immediately, this Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood & Orange Cushions by Fatima Moveis
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Fabric, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood by Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto, 1970’s
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
the seventies is nothing less than gorgeous! This Mid-century modern bench is made of hardwood and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Hardwood

Midcentury Style Upholstered Armed Bench
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Two arm custom made midcentury style bench with brass legs, with buttons and seaming. This piece is
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery, Wood

Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Bench
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Custom hairpin leg bench, with satin black powder coated iron legs and four inch thick upholstered
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Pair Custom Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
These are newly made pair of custom hairpin leg benches, with satin black powder coated iron legs
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Pair Custom Hairpin Leg Benches
Pair Custom Hairpin Leg Benches
H 17 in W 24 in D 16 in
Madison Furn. Vinyl Faux Leather Turquoise Chrome Bench Daybed Style A. Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff, Madison Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome Mid-Century Modern bench or daybed in the style of Arthur Umanoff for Madison Furniture Co
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel, Chrome

Pair of Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom hairpin leg benches, with satin black powder coated iron legs and four inch thick
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Pair of Midcentury Style Hairpin Benches Quick Ship
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Circa 21st century pair of Mid-Century Modern style newly made upholstered benches with satin black
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Iron

Pair of Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom hairpin leg benches, with satin black powder coated iron legs and four inch thick
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

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Mid Century Modern Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century modern bench available at 1stDibs. A mid century modern bench — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a mid century modern bench, we have 4291 options in-stock, while there are 228 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century modern bench — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each mid century modern bench bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mid century modern bench that is appealing in its simplicity, but Edward Wormley, Milo Baughman and George Nelson produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Bench?

A mid century modern bench can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,916, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $130,000.

A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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.

Questions About Mid Century Modern Bench
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.