Outdoor Bench Seat
2010s British Minimalist Benches
Other
2010s German Benches
Steel
2010s German Benches
Steel
2010s Australian Minimalist Benches
Fiberglass
2010s Australian Minimalist Benches
Fiberglass
2010s Swiss Minimalist Benches
Aluminum
2010s Swiss Minimalist Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches
Teak
20th Century American Victorian Benches
Slate
Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Benches
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Benches
Velvet, Bamboo, Straw
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Classical Benches
Cement
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Teak
20th Century English Benches
Wood, Teak
Early 2000s Spanish Industrial Benches
Steel
2010s American Modern Benches
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Concrete, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Benches
Metal
Early 2000s Spanish Industrial Benches
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Benches
Steel
Late 20th Century Primitive Benches
Wood, Pine
Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Benches
Iron
2010s French Country Benches
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches
Aluminum
2010s French Benches
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Benches
Metal, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Aluminum
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Benches
Slate, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Aluminum
Antique 1850s French Benches
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Aluminum
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Benches
Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Benches
Bentwood
2010s Italian Benches
Plastic
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Outdoor Bench Seat For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Outdoor Bench Seat?
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- What is a bench seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Benches can be used in nearly every space, from the foyer to the bedroom to the living room. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host several guests with limited space. On 1stDibs, find benches and other seating today.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023You can use a variety of things as an outdoor bench. As an alternative to actual benches, consider a pair of garden stools placed side by side. Or, try upcycling items like crates, wood boxes or large planters, all of which are suitable pieces of seating for gardens and other exterior spaces. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of outdoor furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023There is no single most durable outdoor bench. Aluminum, steel and cast iron can all make for strong, sturdy benches, but other factors like how well you maintain a piece and the quality of the craftsmanship will affect how long a particular piece lasts. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of outdoor benches.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Bench seats are typically around 18 inches deep.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The materials used for outdoor benches depend on the locality. Wood and steel are the most common, although we can see newer models made from materials like aluminum. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage outdoor benches today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat should be between 18 and 20 inches in height (46-51 cm). Though this is an average range, the height depends on its use. Bench height is also defined based on the distance from the seat to the ground. Find antique and vintage benches on 1stDibs.
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