What is a bench with a back called?

A bench with a back on it is usually just called a bench, while one without a back is a backless bench. Pieces placed in public areas to seat one or two people are park benches. Longer, more decorative ones for home use are garden benches. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of benches.

Spindle Back Bench

Deacons Bench

Antique Windsor Bench

Early Mid Century Transitional Modern Spindle Back Bench or Settee in Mahogany

$4,800

Early Mid Century Transitional Modern Spindle Back Bench or Settee in Mahogany

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An incredible piece of artistry. This spindle back bench dates back to the 1940's and is made out of mahogany.

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Vintage 1940s American Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Spindle Back Bench in Walnut and Ash

$3,500 / item

Spindle Back Bench in Walnut and Ash

By Brian Holcombe

Located in Princeton, NJ

Contemporary walnut bench handmade by Brian Holcombe utilizing the techniques of traditional Windsor chair making combined with traditional mortise and tenon joinery similar to that ...

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2010s American Benches

Materials

Walnut

Tell City Hitchcock Style Maple Rumford & Gold Stenciled Spindle Back Bench 40"

$1,250

Tell City Hitchcock Style Maple Rumford & Gold Stenciled Spindle Back Bench 40"

By Tell City Chair Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century Tell City Chair Company bench seat featuring Hitchcock styling with spindle back and stenciled gold accents.

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Maple

Yale Burge 6.5 Ft Long, Spindle-Back Bench w/Black Upholstered Seat, Mid-Century

$4,340

Yale Burge 6.5 Ft Long, Spindle-Back Bench w/Black Upholstered Seat, Mid-Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

This well-constructed, American-made bench has a cleanly-designed top rail with an upper back rest framed with spindle carved back-splats.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Oak Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee 1970s

$1,500

Vintage Oak Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee 1970s

By Henredon

Located in Southampton, NJ

Vintage Windsor spindle back bench with full stretcher constructed of solid Oak.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Benches

Materials

Oak

Black Walnut Live Edge Bench, G7 Summit ‘Bench in the Woods’ - In Stock

$15,000

Black Walnut Live Edge Bench, G7 Summit ‘Bench in the Woods’ - In Stock

By Möbius Objects

Located in Calgary, AB

A contemporary spin on an iconic bench - handcrafted in rich American black walnut this spindle-backed bench with exaggerated hand-turned legs makes a perfect entry bench.

Category

2010s Canadian American Craftsman Benches

Materials

Wood, Walnut

19th Century Swedish Slagbänk Storage Bench with Spindle Back

$3,800

19th Century Swedish Slagbänk Storage Bench with Spindle Back

Located in Mckinney, TX

19th-century Swedish slagbänk bench with spindle back, reeded panels, and beautifully worn layered paint.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Benches

Materials

Pine, Paint

French Patinated Beech and Rush Two-Seat Bench, France, 1950s

$2,150

French Patinated Beech and Rush Two-Seat Bench, France, 1950s

Located in Almelo, NL

Dimensions Width: 91 cm / 35.83 in Height: 78 cm / 30.71 in Depth: 50 cm / 19.69 in Seat Height: 35 cm / 13.78 in Details Origin: France Period: 1950s Materials: Patinated beechwood...

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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches

Materials

Rush, Beech

Vintage Spindle Back Settee, Floral Upholstered Bench, c. 1970s USA

$1,100

Vintage Spindle Back Settee, Floral Upholstered Bench, c. 1970s USA

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A delightful vintage spindle-back wood settee featuring gracefully curved arms, turned legs, and a floral tapestry-style upholstered seat.

Category

Late 20th Century American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Indian Bench, Carved Wood with Spindle Back, Late 19th Century

$3,080 / set

Antique Indian Bench, Carved Wood with Spindle Back, Late 19th Century

Located in Morristown, NJ

The construction feels assembled rather than purely ornamental — honest joinery, visible hardware, and surface wear that speaks to long use. The spindle back likely originated from a...

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Antique 1890s Indian Late Victorian Benches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Farmhouse Spindle Back Wooden Bench, Rustic Charm, USA, c. 1980s

$2,182

Vintage Farmhouse Spindle Back Wooden Bench, Rustic Charm, USA, c. 1980s

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A distinctive wooden bench in the vintage farmhouse tradition, crafted from solid wood and showcasing a spindle back, turned legs, and gently curved arms.

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Late 20th Century American Rustic Benches

Materials

Wood

Tranquilo Loveseat in White Oak with Spindle Back

$7,800 / item

Tranquilo Loveseat in White Oak with Spindle Back

By Greg Mitchell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our design marries the warmth and charm of a Shaker spindle back bench with the comfort of a modern couch.

Category

2010s American Shaker Loveseats

Materials

Linen, Oak, Walnut

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

$3,295

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Arts & Crafts solid oak spindle back banker or lawyer bench USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 75.5"W x 22.5"D x 33.75"H.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

$3,295

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Arts & Crafts solid oak spindle back banker or lawyer bench USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 75.63"W x 22"D x 34"H.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Oak

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Original Blue Gray Painted Pine Bench

$5,850

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Original Blue Gray Painted Pine Bench

Located in Round Top, TX

Layers of blue and gray remain visible throughout the scraped and worn surface, creating a soft aged patina that complements the graceful form of the bench. A spindle back and arms d...

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches

Materials

Metal

Recent Sales

Pair of Rare 19th Century Chinese Spindle Back Benches

Unavailable

H 35 in W 32 in D 18 in

Pair of Rare 19th Century Chinese Spindle Back Benches

Located in Washington, DC

Pair of spindle back namwood benches with hard cane seats.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Benches

Materials

Cane

19th Century Small Country Bench

Unavailable

H 35 in W 49 in D 20 in

19th Century Small Country Bench

Located in Culver City, CA

Spindle back bench for two with two arms on four square tapered legs, shaped arms and top rail.

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Country Benches

Materials

Wood, Paint

Nakashima Style One Arm Spindle Back Bench

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H 35 in W 88 in D 31 in

Nakashima Style One Arm Spindle Back Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nakashima Style One Arm Spindle Back Bench

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20th Century Unknown Benches

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Bench, Newly Refinished

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H 34.75 in W 58.5 in D 22.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Bench, Newly Refinished

By George Nakashima

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern solid maple spindle back bench In the manner of George Nakashima Mid-20th Century Measures: 58.5"W x 22.5"D x 34.75"H.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Maple

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Bench, Newly Refinished

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H 34.75 in W 47.63 in D 22.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Bench, Newly Refinished

By George Nakashima

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern style solid maple spindle back bench In the manner of George Nakashima Mid-20th Century Measures: 47.63" W x 22.5" D x 34.75" H.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Maple

Vintage Spindle Back Bench

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H 35 in W 41.5 in D 20.5 in

Vintage Spindle Back Bench

Located in Pasadena, CA

Vintage bench with spendle back and turned legs. Newly refinished and upholstered in a vintage wool rugs with nail heads.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Benches

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Mira Nakashima Spindle Back Bench

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H 32 in W 60 in D 20 in

Mira Nakashima Spindle Back Bench

By Mira Nakashima

Located in Dallas, TX

5' bench with back, 2005. Mira Nakashima. Walnut with Hickory Spindles.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Hickory, Walnut

19th Century Painted Spindle Back Bench

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H 36.63 in W 69.88 in D 17.25 in

19th Century Painted Spindle Back Bench

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A European late 19th century painted bench circa 1890. This bench is an eye-catcher of good quality with pleasing and well patinated blue paint and an attractive shaped backrest with...

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Antique 19th Century French Other Benches

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century American Country Spindle Back Bench

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H 31 in W 51 in L 31 in

19th Century American Country Spindle Back Bench

Located in Pomona, CA

An American country bench with turned legs and spindle back, 19th century.

Category

Antique 1850s American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Cherry, Pine

Wood + Rush Spindle Back Bench, France, 1950s

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H 37.5 in W 74.5 in D 27 in

Wood + Rush Spindle Back Bench, France, 1950s

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant 1950s three-seat wood bench sourced in France. This piece features a woven rush seat, carved spindle back and curved, angled arms.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Rustic Benches

Materials

Rush, Wood

Painted Pine Spindle-Back Bench or Settle

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H 37 in W 68 in D 18.5 in

Painted Pine Spindle-Back Bench or Settle

Located in Baltimore, MD

The thick back rail of this Central European Settle is a little raised at the ends and boldly arched in the middle and with the straight lower rail encloses a row of simple turned sp...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Benches

Materials

Pine

19th Century Antique Scroll Arm Spindle-Back Bench with Beautiful Patina

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H 34 in W 76.5 in D 18 in

19th Century Antique Scroll Arm Spindle-Back Bench with Beautiful Patina

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This beautifully timeworn antique spindle-back bench / settle is a beautifully preserved example of 19th-century primitive furniture, featuring a long plank seat, slender vertical sp...

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Antique Early 19th Century Rustic Benches

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Ebonized Wood Spindle Back Bench, France 20th Century

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H 34 in W 31.25 in D 18.5 in

Ebonized Wood Spindle Back Bench, France 20th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

A vintage French benche constructed with ebonized wood. This elegant bench features a spindle back and upholstered seat in original olive faux leather.

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Tell City Hitchcock Style Maple Rumford & Gold Stenciled Spindle Back Bench 40"

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H 35 in W 40 in D 21 in

Tell City Hitchcock Style Maple Rumford & Gold Stenciled Spindle Back Bench 40"

By Tell City Chair Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century Tell City Chair Company bench seat featuring Hitchcock styling with spindle back and stenciled gold accents.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Maple

Vintage Hale of Vermont Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee

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H 33 in W 34.5 in D 17 in

Vintage Hale of Vermont Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee

By Hale

Located in Southampton, NJ

Hale of Vermont continuous bow & swag arm Windsor spindle back bench with full stretcher, Mortis & Tenon joinery, constructed of solid Maple.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Benches

Materials

Maple

Vintage Hale of Vermont Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee

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H 33 in W 43 in D 20 in

Vintage Hale of Vermont Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee

By Hale

Located in Southampton, NJ

Hale of Vermont continuous bow swag arm Windsor spindle back bench with full stretcher, Mortis and Tenon joinery, constructed of solid Walnut.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Benches

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Hale of Vermont Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee

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H 33.25 in W 60.5 in D 19 in

Vintage Hale of Vermont Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee

Located in Southampton, NJ

Vintage Hale of Vermont continuous bow swag arm Windsor spindle back bench with full stretcher, Mortis and Tenon joinery, constructed of solid Maple in original Walnut finish.

Category

20th Century American American Craftsman Benches

Materials

Maple

Mahogany Bench

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H 25.5 in W 53 in D 21 in

Mahogany Bench

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stylish mahogany spindle backed bench professionally refinished in french polish and reupholstered in heather grey silk.

Category

20th Century American Benches

Materials

Mahogany, Silk

1840's Pennsylvania Courthouse Bench

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H 32.5 in W 138.5 in D 16 in

1840's Pennsylvania Courthouse Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

11.5 foot long spindle back bench. Old dark red milk paint, with some areas of wear.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Benches

Materials

Pine

Rare Drexel Declaration Bench

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Rare Drexel Declaration Bench

By Kipp Stewart

Located in San Francisco, CA

Spindle back bench by Drexel for the "Declaration" line.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Pine Spindle-Back Storage Bench

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H 40 in W 76 in L 40 in

Pine Spindle-Back Storage Bench

Located in Baltimore, MD

This outstanding pine storage bench has a beautifully graceful form. Its long flat back rail, nicely curved at the ends, has a horizontal incised reed from end to end. On each side o...

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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Benches

Materials

Pine

Spindle Back Shaker Style Wood Bench

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H 38.5 in W 44 in

Spindle Back Shaker Style Wood Bench

Located in North Miami, FL

This wonderful spindle bench seats two and has a high back with beautiful bamboo design.

Category

Late 20th Century American Benches

Materials

Wood

Kipp Stuart Spindle Back Bent Walnut Bench

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H 39 in W 54 in D 22 in

Kipp Stuart Spindle Back Bent Walnut Bench

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Drexel bench by Kipp Stuart.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Antique Pine Rustic Spindle Back Long Deacon's Bench

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H 33.5 in W 81 in D 19 in

Antique Pine Rustic Spindle Back Long Deacon's Bench

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Crafted from pine, this antique Deacon's bench boasts a rustic aesthetic with its spindle back design.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century North American American Classical Benches

Materials

Pine

Antique Pine Rustic Spindle Back Long Deacon's Bench

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H 33.5 in W 81 in D 19 in

Antique Pine Rustic Spindle Back Long Deacon's Bench

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Crafted from pine, this antique Deacon's bench boasts a rustic aesthetic with its spindle back design.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century North American American Classical Benches

Materials

Pine

EARLY 19TH CENTURY PAINTED PINE SPINDLE BACK DEACONS BENCH.

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H 33 in W 74 in D 20 in

EARLY 19TH CENTURY PAINTED PINE SPINDLE BACK DEACONS BENCH.

Located in Buchanan, MI

Charming early 19th century pine spindle back deacons bench with worn painted finish.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Benches

Materials

Wood, Cane

Early 19th Century Painted Pine Spindle Back Deacons Bench.

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H 33 in W 74 in D 20 in

Early 19th Century Painted Pine Spindle Back Deacons Bench.

Located in Buchanan, MI

EARLY 19TH CENTURY PAINTED PINE SPINDLE BACK DEACONS BENCH WITH CANE SEAT, LOVELY OLD PATINA AND WEAR

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Antique 19th Century American Benches

Materials

Pine

Antique Spindle Back Pine Wood Deacons Windsor Farm Bench

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H 31 in W 114 in D 17 in

Antique Spindle Back Pine Wood Deacons Windsor Farm Bench

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique 114" long spindle back pine wood deacons windsor farm bench 9.5' Ft long.

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Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Wood, Pine

19th C. Spanish Arch & Spindle Back Carved-Wood Bench

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H 33.5 in W 77 in D 18 in

19th C. Spanish Arch & Spindle Back Carved-Wood Bench

Located in Atlanta, GA

This antique wooden bench from Spain features a back rest carved in a repeating open arch motif with spindle back-splats and straight-edge top rail.

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Antique 19th Century Spanish Benches

Materials

Wood

18th Century Spanish Spindle Back Carved Wood Bench, Cute

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H 25.5 in W 39.5 in D 15.5 in

18th Century Spanish Spindle Back Carved Wood Bench, Cute

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish carved-wood hall bench from the 18th century. This sweet little antique bench from Spain features a nicely-turned spindle back rest with top rail, back surround, and front ...

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique American Windsor Pine & Maple Spindle Back Colonial Deacon's Bench, 1840

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H 31.5 in W 96 in D 19.5 in

Antique American Windsor Pine & Maple Spindle Back Colonial Deacon's Bench, 1840

Located in Portland, OR

The bench having a single back splat with turned spindles below and having 'bentwood' arm supports at each end.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Maple, Pine

One of a Kind Antique Gustavian Spindle Back Swedish Bench Settee

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H 40 in W 72 in D 21 in

One of a Kind Antique Gustavian Spindle Back Swedish Bench Settee

Located in West Hartford, CT

Exceptional antique spindle-back settee crafted from solid wood. This bench features gracefully curved arms, delicately carved flourishes at the corners, and a distinctive spindle-b...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Kidney Bean Walnut Spindle Back Vanity Chair Stool Bench Seat

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H 26.5 in W 14 in D 20 in

Mid Century Kidney Bean Walnut Spindle Back Vanity Chair Stool Bench Seat

Located in Dayton, OH

A beautiful American walnut kidney shaped bench. Features hand turned spindles and legs connected by an H stretcher.

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Mid-20th Century American Classical Benches

Materials

Walnut

Classic Original Early Plank Seat Windsor Spindle Back Hoop Bench or Settee

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H 40 in W 51.5 in L 40 in

Classic Original Early Plank Seat Windsor Spindle Back Hoop Bench or Settee

Located in Hopewell, NJ

An original Windsor 19th century painted hoop spindle back oak bench with an arched back having turned slats, arms and uprights, the shaped plank seat above turned splayed legs.

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Classical Benches

Materials

Oak

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Spindled Barrel Back Kidney Shaped Floral Seat Settee

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H 31.5 in W 38 in D 23 in

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Spindled Barrel Back Kidney Shaped Floral Seat Settee

Located in Dayton, OH

A lovely early 1900s Edwardian kidney shaped settee. Made from mahogany with a barrel back, turned spindles and a floral upholstered seat. Its quaint size makes it perfect for a parl...

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

19th Century Deacon's Bench

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H 35 in W 26 in D 72 in

19th Century Deacon's Bench

Located in Sheffield, MA

19th century spindle back New England Deacon's bench Refinished has evidence of old paint patina and old repairs.

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Wood

George Nakashima Conoid Bench

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H 31 in W 72 in D 32 in

George Nakashima Conoid Bench

By George Nakashima

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Hickory spindles and walnut back rail. Bench is signed and dated.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Hickory, Rosewood, Walnut

19th Century Deacon's Bench

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H 32 in W 135.5 in D 19 in

19th Century Deacon's Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Spindle back very long Massachusetts Deacon's bench with prayer book shelf running the length of the seat.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Benches

Materials

Pine, Paint

Vintage Hitchcock Style Settee Bench

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H 33 in W 41.5 in D 15.5 in

Vintage Hitchcock Style Settee Bench

Located in Sheffield, MA

Diminutive vintage American Colonial spindle back Hitchcock style Windsor bench with classic gilt stenciled decoration, spindle and slat back, curved arms and elegant stretcher. arm ...

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Early 20th Century American Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique American Primitive Armed Bench

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H 32 in W 43 in D 21 in

Antique American Primitive Armed Bench

Located in Malibu, CA

Rustic Americana, a bench with spindle back. A seat comfortable for two adults.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Primitive Benches

Materials

Pine

Vintage Arts & Crafts Style Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

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H 19.5 in W 72 in

Vintage Arts & Crafts Style Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Arts & Crafts style solid oak spindle back banker or lawyer bench USA, Circa 1940s Measures: 72" W x 19.5" D x 33.75" H.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Oak

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench Painted Gray

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H 31.75 in W 71.5 in D 22 in

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench Painted Gray

Located in Round Top, TX

Mid-19th century antique sofa or bench with spindled back and sides, resting on eight tapered feet, painted in the exquisite colors of the Gustavian period.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Benches

Early 19th Century American Pine Windsor Style Deacon's Bench

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H 32 in W 77.75 in D 18 in

Early 19th Century American Pine Windsor Style Deacon's Bench

Located in San Francisco, CA

An unusually long Windsor style spindle back Deacon's Bench or farm style bench. Pine with plank seat and oak arms.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Craftsman Benches

Materials

Oak, Pine

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Walnut Lawyer's Bench, Circa 1920s

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H 36 in W 52 in D 22 in

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Walnut Lawyer's Bench, Circa 1920s

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Arts & Crafts solid walnut spindle back banker or lawyer bench USA, Circa 1920s Measures: 52"W x 22"D x 36"H.

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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Walnut

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench, Newly Refinished

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H 31.25 in W 75.75 in D 23.25 in

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer's Bench, Newly Refinished

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Arts & Crafts solid oak spindle back banker or lawyer bench USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 75.75"W x 23.25"D x 31.25"H.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Oak

Fantastically Long Country Pine Distressed Hallway or Mudroom Bench

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H 31.75 in W 96 in D 15 in

Fantastically Long Country Pine Distressed Hallway or Mudroom Bench

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A fantastic 8 foot long antique rustic distressed painted pine bench having spindle back and luscious multicolored aged patina.

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Vintage 1920s American Rustic Benches

Materials

Pine

Original Hand Painted Vintage Folk Art Bench with Storage, Hungary Dated 1925

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H 38 in W 76.5 in D 22.75 in

Original Hand Painted Vintage Folk Art Bench with Storage, Hungary Dated 1925

Located in Round Top, TX

Traditional spindle back, curved armrests and hinged bench seat revealing interior storage.

Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Benches

Materials

Wood, Paint

Spindle Back Mid Century Bench Settee by Bernhardt, Refinished

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H 32.25 in W 48.25 in D 21.5 in

Spindle Back Mid Century Bench Settee by Bernhardt, Refinished

By Bernhardt

Located in Lutz, FL

Fully-refinished top to bottom, this Bernhardt bench is poised and ready for another lifetime of use. The walnut frame has been sanded, stained, and sealed, the seat has been recove...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Swedish Gustavian Period Spindle-Back Lindome Sofa Bench, Early 19th C

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H 33.75 in W 75.75 in D 22 in

Swedish Gustavian Period Spindle-Back Lindome Sofa Bench, Early 19th C

Located in Atlanta, GA

Nicely carved spindle back splats are set within a straight but ornately molded frame, with a pair of fruit-carved accents crowning the top.

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Wood

Swedish 1820s Painted Wood Sofa Bench with Turned Spindle Themed Back

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H 33 in W 73 in D 21.75 in

Swedish 1820s Painted Wood Sofa Bench with Turned Spindle Themed Back

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish painted wood sofa circa 1820 with turned spindle themed back and arms, long wooden seat, turned cylindrical legs and slightly distressed patina. Enhance your living space w...

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Sofas

Materials

Wood

George Nakashima Bench

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H 32 in W 64 in D 24 in

George Nakashima Bench

By George Nakashima

Located in Pawtucket, RI

George Nakashima spindled back settee or bench in American black walnut with hickory spindlesSigned with clients name.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Walnut, Hickory

RARE & EARLY 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED WINDSOR SETTLE/BENCH

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H 33 in W 74 in D 21 in

RARE & EARLY 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED WINDSOR SETTLE/BENCH

Located in Los Angeles, CA

THIS FANTASTIC ORIGINAL WHITE PAINTED NEW ENGLAND SETTLE HAS REGULAR SPINDLES AND EVERY SIX SPINDLE IS ARROW BACK FORM.THE BENCH HAS MORTISSED ARMS AND WOOD PEG & SQUARE NAIL CONSTRU...

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Antique 19th Century American Settees

1960s Finnish Teak and Lacquer Dining Set - Table, Benches and Chairs

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H 28.75 in W 41.5 in D 41.5 in

1960s Finnish Teak and Lacquer Dining Set - Table, Benches and Chairs

Located in Victoria, BC

This charming suite includes a pair of spindle-back corner benches that form a cozy and intimate dining nook, complemented by four matching side chairs and a teak pedestal table.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Teak

Antique American Spindle Back Bench

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H 31.75 in W 71.75 in D 15.5 in

Antique American Spindle Back Bench

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A Classic Antique American Spindle Back Bench in original condition. Standing on six legs with stretcher supports.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Country Benches

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Walnut Spindle Back Bench by Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration

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H 38.5 in W 54 in D 18 in

Midcentury Walnut Spindle Back Bench by Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration

By Drexel, Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Beautiful midcentury spindle back bench designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Furniture.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

1950's Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Walnut Spindle Back Bench

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H 38.5 in W 54 in D 18 in

1950's Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Walnut Spindle Back Bench

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Southampton, NJ

An exceptional mid 20th century spindle back bench designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Furniture.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Walnut Spindle Back Bench

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H 38.5 in W 54 in D 18 in

Midcentury Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Walnut Spindle Back Bench

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Baltimore, MD

Beautiful midcentury spindle back bench designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Furniture.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Benches

Materials

Brass

Chinese Ming Style Hardwood Spindle Back Bench

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H 33 in W 39 in D 18 in

Chinese Ming Style Hardwood Spindle Back Bench

Located in San Francisco, CA

A Chinese Ming style hardwood spindle back bench with a paneled seat and spindled sides, supported on an elegant Ming style base, 19th century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

18th C. Spanish Wood Spindle-Back Bench W/Fabulous Trim Details

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H 34.5 in W 112.25 in D 17.25 in

18th C. Spanish Wood Spindle-Back Bench W/Fabulous Trim Details

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish carved-wood, spindle back bench from the 18th century. This antique wooden bench from Spain features a linear molded top chair rail with nicely-turned spindles set within t...

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Benches

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Bench

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H 31 in W 49.25 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Bench

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

These Shaker-style American walnut benches feature a spindle-back construction with a curved back arm / backrest.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Amy Solid Walnut and Maple Bench

$3,600 / item

H 18 in W 72 in D 16 in

Amy Solid Walnut and Maple Bench

By Brett Paulin

Located in Toronto, Ontario

The Amy bench is constructed of one and three quarter inch solid walnut on two solid maple pedestal bases. We use a high quality bees wax finish from Clapham's in British Columbia. T...

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2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Bench in Walnut

$2,450

H 33.47 in W 78.94 in D 22.45 in

Mid-Century Modern Bench in Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Bench, walnut, faux leather, Europe, 1950s This European bench from the 1950s combines a walnut frame with black faux leather upholstery. The design is straightforward and functiona...

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Philadelphia Windsor-Style Low-Back Settee, 20th Century

$2,395

H 28.5 in W 65 in D 20 in

Philadelphia Windsor-Style Low-Back Settee, 20th Century

By D.R. Dimes, Wallace Nutting

Located in Southampton, NJ

20th-century Philadelphia Windsor-style low-back bench settee, modeled after 1750s colonial originals. Features include contoured, continuous low-back rail with outward splayed arms,...

Category

Vintage 1970s American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Cherry

Antique Jas Shoolbred Hall Bench with Brass Mounts & Walnut Frame circa 1890

$3,857

H 24.81 in W 22.25 in D 13 in

Antique Jas Shoolbred Hall Bench with Brass Mounts & Walnut Frame circa 1890

By Jas Schoolbred

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original circa 1890 Jas Shoolbred of Tottenham Court Road circa 1890 walnut & brass hall bench A very good looking, highly collectab...

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Benches

Materials

Brass

Restored 1960s Mid Century Modern Ashwood & Velvet Upholstered Bench

$1,350

H 17 in W 50.5 in D 18 in

Restored 1960s Mid Century Modern Ashwood & Velvet Upholstered Bench

By Tomlinson, Heritage Furniture

Located in Toluca Ter, CA

A restored entryway or bed-end bench in solid ash wood with tufted velvet upholstery, made in the United States c. 1960s. The cushion sits atop a solid ash frame with legs that begi...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Danish Cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose Sofa Bench in Teakwood & Cane, 1940s

$7,659

H 29.14 in W 74.81 in D 24.41 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose Sofa Bench in Teakwood & Cane, 1940s

Located in Odense, DK

A refined and highly versatile Danish Modern bench designed by master cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose, executed in the 1940s. Crafted from beautifully patinated solid Bangkok teakwood...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Teak

Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cane Loveseat Settee Bench by JJ Kohn 1880/1920's

$2,400

H 38 in W 46.75 in D 18 in

Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cane Loveseat Settee Bench by JJ Kohn 1880/1920's

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Thonet

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional bentwood settee, loveseat, bench, by J J Kohn. This charming bench is in excellent, original, clean and ready to use condition, free of damage or repairs. Executed in Au...

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Benches

Materials

Cane, Beech

Vintage American Birdcage Windsor Bench, 1990's after Nichols & Stone

$2,195

H 37 in W 51 in D 19.75 in

Vintage American Birdcage Windsor Bench, 1990's after Nichols & Stone

By Nichols & Stone

Located in Southampton, NJ

1990's American Folk style Windsor bench or settee with mortis & tenon joinery in the Birdcage style. Faux bamboo turnings combine traditional Windsor construction with Asian des...

Category

1990s American Folk Art Benches

Materials

Wood

Atelier C. Demoyen Bench in Solid Elm

$3,850

H 17.52 in W 57.49 in D 10.24 in

Atelier C. Demoyen Bench in Solid Elm

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Atelier C. Demoyen, bench, solid elm, France, 1970s Atelier C. Demoyen (Claude de Moyen) gained prominence as a workshop recognized for crafting, among others, Pierre Chapo's design...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Benches

Materials

Elm

Three Seat Gallery Bench in Oak, Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft, USA, 1960

$3,895

H 15.5 in W 60.5 in D 16.5 in

Three Seat Gallery Bench in Oak, Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft, USA, 1960

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare, low stance three-seater bench designed by the influential Arthur Umanoff. Produced in limited numbers, this hard-to-find bench is constructed from a mix of solid ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid-Century Modern French Bench in Warm Wood and Rush

$4,200

H 39.77 in W 62.21 in D 22.05 in

Mid-Century Modern French Bench in Warm Wood and Rush

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Bench, beech, rush, France, 1950s A charming French bench from the 1950s, crafted in beechwood with a focus on clarity of line and proportion. The geometric backrest is elegantly d...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rush, Beech

Dovetailed Corner Long Bench in Mahogany

$3,800 / item

H 17.5 in W 74 in D 14 in

Dovetailed Corner Long Bench in Mahogany

By Brian Holcombe

Located in Princeton, NJ

In designing this bench I took cues from sashimono, seeking a outwardly simple aesthetic which gives way to more elaborate detail upon a closer look. In building this bench I utilize...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Benches

Materials

Mahogany

George Nelson Style Mid Century Modern Slatted Wood Bench Daybed Tufted Cushion

$1,800

H 14 in W 74 in D 30 in

George Nelson Style Mid Century Modern Slatted Wood Bench Daybed Tufted Cushion

By Ingvar Hildingsson, George Nelson, Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Large oversized minimalistic modern slatted deep bench or daybed in the style of George Nelson. This mid-century style modern bench features slatted teak stained wood with tapered l...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Modernist Bench. Walnut

$5,800

H 18.75 in W 52 in D 20.75 in

Modernist Bench. Walnut

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A contemporary Scandinavian inspired Modernist bench crafted in walnut with splayed legs and upholstered in an ivory boucle fabric.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Argentine Designer, Bench, Wood, Vinyl, Argentina, 1950s

$6,800

H 18 in W 71 in D 16 in

Argentine Designer, Bench, Wood, Vinyl, Argentina, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and beige vinyl bench designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.0"H x 71.0"W x 16.0"D Seat Height (inc...

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Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Custom Modern Walnut Bench

$5,950 / item

H 19.25 in W 60 in D 16 in

Custom Modern Walnut Bench

By Carrocel

Located in North York, ON

Introducing the Carrocel Custom Modern Walnut Bench, a stunning fusion of modern and contemporary design. Hand-crafted from exquisite walnut, this bench showcases beautiful wood grai...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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$7,200 / item

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Located in Vienna, AT

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$950 / item

H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in

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Located in Miami, FL

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21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Benches

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$3,147 / item

H 14.97 in W 46.46 in D 14.97 in

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Located in London, England

Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...

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$9,475 / item

H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in

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Located in Cirencester, England

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$1,550 / item

H 10 in W 7 in D 7.875 in

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$2,650 / item

H 63.5 in Dm 16.25 in

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$777Sale Price / item|47% Off

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Located in Esbjerg, DK

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LUrman Sconce LALB

$1,460 / item

H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 12.5 in

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Located in Inglewood, CA

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$1,428

H 25.6 in W 59.06 in D 13.39 in

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Located in Kvidinge, SE

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Located in Somis, CA

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$1,250

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$8,345 / set

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$1,950 / item

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Spindle Back Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic spindle back bench available at 1stDibs. Each spindle back bench for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and pine. If you’re shopping for a spindle back bench, we have 41 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect spindle back bench — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each spindle back bench bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made spindle back bench has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Drexel, Kipp Stewart and Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall are consistently popular.

How Much is a Spindle Back Bench?

The average selling price for a spindle back bench at 1stDibs is $2,698, while they’re typically $1,100 on the low end and $16,000 for the 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.

Questions About Spindle Back Bench

What is a bench with a back called?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
A bench with a back on it is usually just called a bench, while one without a back is a backless bench. Pieces placed in public areas to seat one or two people are park benches. Longer, more decorative ones for home use are garden benches. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of benches.

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