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Modernist Tufted Velvet Bench
Modernist Tufted Velvet Bench

Modernist Tufted Velvet Bench

By Gio Ponti

Located in Westport, CT

Stylish 1950s tufted bench, newly upholstered in shiny beige velvet. Brass legs newly polished.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench
Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Westport, CT

Mid-Century Modern bench in the style of Adrian Pearsall, sculptural walnut base fully restored to it original medium walnut tone. Top newly upholstered in grey or blue velvet.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Modernist pine bench Circa 1950
Modernist pine bench Circa 1950

Modernist pine bench Circa 1950

Located in LYON, FR

Modernist pine bench Circa 1950 Maison Lecan presents this beautiful modernist pine bench, fully restored by us.

Category

Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches

Materials

Pine

Modernist Aqua Velvet Italian Benches
Modernist Aqua Velvet Italian Benches

Modernist Aqua Velvet Italian Benches

Located in Austin, TX

Aqua velvet modernist Italian benches. This pair has been upholstered in a high grade aqua velvet and feature four solid gilt brass feet.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Modernist Wood Bench, France, 1950s
Modernist Wood Bench, France, 1950s

Modernist Wood Bench, France, 1950s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

A solid and heavy stained wood bench of elegant and minimalist design. Would also work very well as a low console / side table, or as a bench at the foot of a large bed.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Benches

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Mohair
Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Mohair

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Mohair

Located in Westport, CT

Beautiful and sculptural large-scale bench in the style of Vladimir Kagan. Walnut base fully restored, newly upholstered in taupe mohair.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Velvet
Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Velvet

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Velvet

Located in Westport, CT

Beautiful and sculptural large scale bench in the style of Adrian Pearsall. Walnut base fully restored. Newly upholstered in beige velvet by Holly Hunt designs.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Bouclé
Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Bouclé

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Bouclé

By Adrian Pearsall, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Westport, CT

Beautiful and sculptural large scale bench in the style of Adrian Pearsall. Walnut base fully restored. Newly upholstered in beige in off-white bouclé by Kravet.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut, Bouclé

Mid-Century Modernist Cerule Leg Bench
Mid-Century Modernist Cerule Leg Bench

Mid-Century Modernist Cerule Leg Bench

Located in New York, NY

This very sophisticated bench features brass finial detailing and woven textured geometric design fabric in amber, crème and silver. It is made of ebonized walnut and has been restor...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Pair of Brass French Modernist Upholstered Benches
Pair of Brass French Modernist Upholstered Benches

Pair of Brass French Modernist Upholstered Benches

Located in New York, NY

Pair of brass upholstered benches. Newly upholstered in a gray linen-blend fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Modernist Extra Long Paul McCobb Style Bench
Modernist Extra Long Paul McCobb Style Bench

Modernist Extra Long Paul McCobb Style Bench

By Paul McCobb

Located in Westport, CT

Mid-Century Modern bench newly upholstered in an off-white coda wool by Maharam / Kvadrat. Walnut base fully restored.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Modernist Slat Teak Wood Bench or Daybed
Modernist Slat Teak Wood Bench or Daybed

Modernist Slat Teak Wood Bench or Daybed

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Buffalo, NY

Indoor or outdoor slat-wood bench or daybed in the manner of Bertoia.Elegant. Sleek styling, classic Mid-Century Modern.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

A modernist chrome bench, mid 20th century
A modernist chrome bench, mid 20th century

A modernist chrome bench, mid 20th century

Located in View Park, CA

A mid century modern chrome and pleather bench with thick tubular frame, circa 1960. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for alternative shipping options.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Bouclé, 1950s
Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Bouclé, 1950s

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench in Bouclé, 1950s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Westport, CT

Mid-Century Modern bench in the style of Adrian Pearsall, sculptural walnut base fully restored to its original medium walnut tone. Top newly upholstered in Knoll bouclé. Other de...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut, Bouclé

Pair of Italian Modernist Oak Benches or Stools
Pair of Italian Modernist Oak Benches or Stools

Pair of Italian Modernist Oak Benches or Stools

Located in New York, NY

A pair of organic Modernist Italian oak benches or large stools; with elegantly curved aprons supported on gracefully tapered legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench or Ottoman in Mohair
Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench or Ottoman in Mohair

Modernist Sculptural Walnut Bench or Ottoman in Mohair

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Westport, CT

Mid-Century Modern sculptural walnut bench or ottoman newly refinished and re-upholstered in green / grey mohair.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Fabulous Modernist Cubist Design, Macassar Ebony Upholstered Bench
Fabulous Modernist Cubist Design, Macassar Ebony Upholstered Bench

Fabulous Modernist Cubist Design, Macassar Ebony Upholstered Bench

Located in New York City, NY

A French Art Deco tabouret in Macassar ebony and mahogany; winged arms with angular open frame detail flanking sides, upholstered in a cut velvet and silky neutral toned geometric pa...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Benches

Pair of Modernist Rectangular Upholstered Window Benches or Stools
Pair of Modernist Rectangular Upholstered Window Benches or Stools

Pair of Modernist Rectangular Upholstered Window Benches or Stools

Located in Miami, FL

20th century pair of modernist rectangular upholstered window benches or stools in Art Deco style in mahogany.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Contemporary Modernist Tufted White Vinyl on Chrome Bench Seat
Contemporary Modernist Tufted White Vinyl on Chrome Bench Seat

Contemporary Modernist Tufted White Vinyl on Chrome Bench Seat

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a terrific, tufted vinyl bench, on a chrome base. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 59" L x 21" D x 17" H.  

Category

Late 20th Century Benches

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Sauvetage Bench Coffee Table Industrial Prouve Perriand Assemblage
Modernist Sauvetage Bench Coffee Table Industrial Prouve Perriand Assemblage

Modernist Sauvetage Bench Coffee Table Industrial Prouve Perriand Assemblage

By Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Industrial/Rustic Baltic Birch plank assemblage. Strong and Level, Fully functional.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Modernist Series Art Deco inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer
Modernist Series Art Deco inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer

Modernist Series Art Deco inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer

By Roman Erlikh

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Art Deco Inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer with Cast Bronze Toe Caps is made with hardwood frame and veneered in book matched ebony Macassar veneer with satin lacquer finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Benches

Materials

Macassar

Modernist Series Art Deco inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer
Modernist Series Art Deco inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer

Modernist Series Art Deco inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer

By Roman Erlikh

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Art Deco inspired bench in Ebony Macassar veneer with cast bronze toe caps is made with hardwood frame and veneered in bookmatched ebony Macassar veneer with satin lacquer finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Benches

Materials

Macassar

Modernist Series Art Deco Inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer
Modernist Series Art Deco Inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer

Modernist Series Art Deco Inspired Bench in Ebony Macassar Veneer

By Roman Erlikh

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Art Deco inspired bench in ebony Macassar veneer with cast bronze toe caps is made with hardwood frame and veneered in bookmatched ebony Macassar veneer with satin lacquer finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Benches

Materials

Macassar

Italian Modernist Teak and Leather Bench by Inge and Luciano Rubino
Italian Modernist Teak and Leather Bench by Inge and Luciano Rubino

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modernist Studio Craft Wood Slat Bench, Architectural Design 1950s
Mid Century Modernist Studio Craft Wood Slat Bench, Architectural Design 1950s

Mid Century Modernist Studio Craft Wood Slat Bench, Architectural Design 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in Troy, MI

Architectural studio craft slatted bench circa 1950s Solid oak plank seat with beveled ends and exposed notch joinery Contrasting rectilinear base in stained birch with integrated t...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Stunning Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Greek Key Benches with Tufted Seats
Stunning Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Greek Key Benches with Tufted Seats

Stunning Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Greek Key Benches with Tufted Seats

Located in New York, NY

These stunning pair of Mid-Century benches are in black lacquer and neoclassical in form and feature 24-karat yellow gold greek key motif. They are newly upholstered in luxe citrine ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Gold Leaf

Modernist Solid Walnut Bench In The Style Of Esherick C.1940's-1950's
Modernist Solid Walnut Bench In The Style Of Esherick C.1940's-1950's

Modernist Solid Walnut Bench In The Style Of Esherick C.1940's-1950's

By Wharton Esherick

Located in Bernville, PA

Beautiful solid walnut bench in the style of Wharton Esherick Circa Mid 20th Century. A very functional bench that would work in any room. Bench has newer cotton fabric upholstery....

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Sculptural Curved Benches
Pair of Sculptural Curved Benches

Pair of Sculptural Curved Benches

Located in Chicago, IL

These exquisite 20th century American Modernist curved benches, originating from an Arts and Crafts house in upstate New York, tell a story of both form and function.

Category

20th Century American Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Modern Bench Designed by Jens Risom
Modern Bench Designed by Jens Risom

Modern Bench Designed by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean lined modernist six foot bench, designed by Jens Risom, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

John Behringer Aluminum Four-Seat Bench, 1960s
John Behringer Aluminum Four-Seat Bench, 1960s

John Behringer Aluminum Four-Seat Bench, 1960s

By John Behringer

Located in Hamburg, PA

A Modernist aluminum four-seat bench designed by John Behringer, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Unusual Chrome and Upholstery Bench after Milo Baughman
Unusual Chrome and Upholstery Bench after Milo Baughman

Unusual Chrome and Upholstery Bench after Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Unusual modernist chrome bench with four separate upholstered "slats" which constitute the top.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

Martin Visser BZ71 Slat Bench 't Spectrum, 1960
Martin Visser BZ71 Slat Bench 't Spectrum, 1960

Martin Visser BZ71 Slat Bench 't Spectrum, 1960

By Martin Visser

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Its a bit in the manner of the slat bench by Charlotte Perriand. This is the smallest version available, very nice modernist side table or bench in authentic condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Beech

Milo Baughman Walnut and Maple Long Bench for Glenn
Milo Baughman Walnut and Maple Long Bench for Glenn

Milo Baughman Walnut and Maple Long Bench for Glenn

By Milo Baughman

Located in San Francisco, CA

Designed in 1955 an early example of a prolific modernist designer Milo Baughman, this bench epitomized the California modernism movement.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Mid-Century Modernist Waterfall Lucite Stool in Smoked Pewter Velvet
Mid-Century Modernist Waterfall Lucite Stool in Smoked Pewter Velvet

Mid-Century Modernist Waterfall Lucite Stool in Smoked Pewter Velvet

Located in New York, NY

Chic Mid-Century Modernist clear Lucite bench or vanity stool in a waterfall design on chrome castors.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Pair of French Modernist ‘Bauhaus’ Stools with Upholstered Seats by Hermès
Pair of French Modernist ‘Bauhaus’ Stools with Upholstered Seats by Hermès

Pair of French Modernist ‘Bauhaus’ Stools with Upholstered Seats by Hermès

By Hermès, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina

Located in New York, NY

Rare and Exquisite Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus style benches / stools fabricated with chromed tubular steel with seat fabric by Hermès. The pieces feature a rare curved...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Long French Art Deco hammered iron upholstered sitting bench, Georges Vinant
Long French Art Deco hammered iron upholstered sitting bench, Georges Vinant

Long French Art Deco hammered iron upholstered sitting bench, Georges Vinant

By Georges Vinant

Located in New York City, NY

French Modernist hand hammered iron bench with four scroll legs displaying rope twist and flat stock design on the fer forge The tufted seat in champagne colored silky fabric featur...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Benches

Pair of Midcentury Black Lacquer Demilune Benches in Smoked Olive Slate Velvet
Pair of Midcentury Black Lacquer Demilune Benches in Smoked Olive Slate Velvet

Pair of Midcentury Black Lacquer Demilune Benches in Smoked Olive Slate Velvet

Located in New York, NY

With their sophisticated palate and clean modernist lines, these benches are as versatile as they are aesthetically compelling, blending perfectly with any style of interior from Cla...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet

Silver Cerused Oak Bench Designed by Noel Jeffrey in Smoked Platinum Velvet
Silver Cerused Oak Bench Designed by Noel Jeffrey in Smoked Platinum Velvet

Silver Cerused Oak Bench Designed by Noel Jeffrey in Smoked Platinum Velvet

By Noel Jeffrey

Located in New York, NY

This elegant modernist oak bench was custom designed by the esteemed modern designer Noel Jeffrey, circa 1980.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Petite Mid-Century Modern Bench by Foster-McDavid in the Style of Florence Knoll
Petite Mid-Century Modern Bench by Foster-McDavid in the Style of Florence Knoll

Petite Mid-Century Modern Bench by Foster-McDavid in the Style of Florence Knoll

By Foster-McDavid, Florence Knoll

Located in Southampton, NJ

Perfect for an entry way, the end of the bed, or a spot in the home or office to fill with the classic lines of modernist design that this bench encompasses.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Naugahyde, Walnut

Modernist Walnut Slat Back Bench or Settee
Modernist Walnut Slat Back Bench or Settee

Modernist Walnut Slat Back Bench or Settee

By Hans J. Wegner, Greta Magnusson Grossman, Edward Wormley

Located in San Diego, CA

Restored modernist solid walnut slat back bench or settee. Designer is unknown.

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Settees

Modernist Brass "X" Base Bench by Paul McCobb
Modernist Brass "X" Base Bench by Paul McCobb

Modernist Brass "X" Base Bench by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist Brass "X" Base Bench, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, American, circa 1950's.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Elegant Mid Century Modernist Coffee Table/ Slat Bench
Elegant Mid Century Modernist Coffee Table/ Slat Bench

Elegant Mid Century Modernist Coffee Table/ Slat Bench

By Mel Smilow

Located in Buffalo, NY

Elegant mid century modernist coffee table/ slat bench..,, simple, sleek design, wonderful quality and construction.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Modernist Free-Form Stool Bench by Paul Laszlo
Modernist Free-Form Stool Bench by Paul Laszlo

Modernist Free-Form Stool Bench by Paul Laszlo

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Danville, CA

Amply scaled stool or ottoman with a free-form upholstered seat raised on a cruciform base by Paul Laszlo. The seat has been re-upholstered in luxurious heavyweight or backed JB Mart...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

20th Century Modernist Style Garden Bench, Cast Iron, Spain
20th Century Modernist Style Garden Bench, Cast Iron, Spain

20th Century Modernist Style Garden Bench, Cast Iron, Spain

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

20th century Modernist style garden bench, molten iron, Spain.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Dominique Attr. Deco Walnut Table Bench Modernist 1930 Mid Century France
Dominique Attr. Deco Walnut Table Bench Modernist 1930 Mid Century France

Dominique Attr. Deco Walnut Table Bench Modernist 1930 Mid Century France

By Dominique

Located in New York, NY

Dominique Attributed Deco Walnut Bench or Table Modernist 1930 Mid Century France Dimensions: Length 41 inches, height 19.5 inches, width 15 inches BGC 11.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Classic influenced Modernist Wrought Iron Garden Bench in Matte Black Finish
Classic influenced Modernist Wrought Iron Garden Bench in Matte Black Finish

Classic influenced Modernist Wrought Iron Garden Bench in Matte Black Finish

By Salterini

Located in Ferndale, MI

Classically styled modernist settee. Square stock wrought iron frame with flat band steel cushion supports. Salterini as manufacturer is my best attribution guess. Just over 5 feet w...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

Classic Modernist Long John Table or Bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Classic Modernist Long John Table or Bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Classic Modernist Long John Table or Bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic modernist long John table or bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, made out of solid walnut and stands on four beautifully created bent plywood legs.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut, Plywood

Iron Garden Bench by Woodard
Iron Garden Bench by Woodard

Iron Garden Bench by Woodard

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Modernist, neoclassical style bench attributed to Woodard.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Mid-Century Modern Expanding Slat Bench
Mid-Century Modern Expanding Slat Bench

Mid-Century Modern Expanding Slat Bench

By George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Mid-Century Modern expanding slat bench, Classic modernist design, tables retains original finish, black painted legs, nice patina, can be easily refinished, left to buyers discretio...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Four Garden Bench, Stools Attributed to Salterini
Four Garden Bench, Stools Attributed to Salterini

Four Garden Bench, Stools Attributed to Salterini

By John Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Modernist and chic, architectural benches, stools, ottomans.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Minimalist Paul McCobb Iron and Wood Table or Bench
Minimalist Paul McCobb Iron and Wood Table or Bench

Minimalist Paul McCobb Iron and Wood Table or Bench

By Paul McCobb

Located in Buffalo, NY

Minimalist Paul McCobb iron and wood cocktail table or bench Classic Modernist design, pencil solid iron frame with stunning bottom leg taper detailing with brass foot, remnants of o...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Architectural Bench
Architectural Bench

Architectural Bench

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Huge modernist bench in painted steel with removable slatted wood and formica sections.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Benches

Materials

Steel

Modernist Craft Bench
Modernist Craft Bench

Modernist Craft Bench

By Joseph Massimo

Located in New York, NY

1970's craft bench/chair with a mission-modern feel. Interesting and attenuated proportions. Made of two-toned birch. Incised signature underneath, "By Joseph Massimo/April 14, 19...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Benches

Materials

Birch

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Modernist Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal modernist bench for your home. A modernist bench — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a modernist bench, we have 168 options in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a modernist bench — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each modernist bench bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made modernist bench has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, Milo Baughman and Nathan Lindberg are consistently popular.

How Much is a Modernist Bench?

Prices for a modernist bench start at $1 and top out at $28,000 with the average selling for $3,082.

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.