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Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This is a 100 year old Limestone bench with a wonderful patina. This antique limestone bench is
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1920s Italian Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Limestone

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench

H 21 in W 72 in D 21 in
Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old Limestone bench was hand carved in the mid 17th century and installed in a Large Italian
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Mid-18th Century Italian Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Limestone

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench

H 36 in W 84 in D 21 in
Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old Limestone bench was hand carved in the mid 17th century and installed in a Large Italian
Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Limestone

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench

H 21 in W 72 in D 21.5 in
Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old Limestone bench was hand carved in the mid 17th century and installed in a Large Italian
Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Limestone

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench

H 33.5 in W 60.5 in D 17.5 in
Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These two rustic benches showcase the timeless beauty of natural wood. Their robust, simple forms
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1860s French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique Benches
Benches

Benches

H 18 in W 91 in D 11.5 in
Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Belgian modernist benches, each crafted with a sleek metal base and a solid teak top. These pieces
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1920s Belgian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Metal

Antique Benches
Benches

Benches

H 18 in W 65 in D 14 in
Settle Bench Rustic American Entryway Furniture Bench Classic American Bench
Located in Rochester, NY
This bench is a must have with its knotted wood slatted back in a scalloped form with two scroll
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Late 19th Century Unknown American Classical Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Antique Settle Bench Rustic American Entryway Furniture Bench Classic American Bench
Settle Bench Rustic American Entryway Furniture Bench Classic American Bench

Settle Bench Rustic American Entryway Furniture Bench Classic American Bench

H 52.25 in W 69 in D 30 in
Railroad Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This railroad bench showcases a sturdy, utilitarian design with a timeworn patina that speaks to
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Early 1900s French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique Railroad Bench
Railroad Bench

Railroad Bench

H 18 in W 84 in D 12 in
Leather Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These benches have supple leather tops with sleek iron bases, creating a sophisticated blend of
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1920s French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Leather

Antique Leather Bench
Leather Bench

Leather Bench

H 17 in W 53 in D 21 in
Nuristan Bench
Located in Munich, DE
Bench from Nuristan Afghanistan/Swat Valley Pakistan, hand-carved cedar wood
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19th Century Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Cedar

Nuristan Bench
Nuristan Bench

Nuristan Bench

H 33.08 in W 47.25 in D 25.99 in
Gustavian Bench
Located in Cirencester, GB
This beautiful antique Swedish bench is early 19th century from Northern Sweden. The layers of
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Gustavian Bench
Gustavian Bench

Gustavian Bench

H 32.09 in W 72.45 in D 25.6 in
Italian Bench
Located in Hudson, NY
Italian bench with carved legs and stretcher, recently reupholstered.
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19th Century Italian Antique Bench Benches

Italian Bench
Italian Bench

Italian Bench

H 21 in W 35.75 in D 16 in
Gillows Bench
By Jonathan Sainsbury
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine regency design Grand Tour inspired mahogany bench/hall seat of elegant proportions. Almost
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19th Century British Regency Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Gillows Bench
Gillows Bench

Gillows Bench

H 17.13 in W 39.38 in D 12.6 in
Thonet Bench
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
two Thonet benches from the late 1930's still unrestored. (the second one a little bit different
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1920s Austrian Modern Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Bench
Thonet Bench

Thonet Bench

H 35.44 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Edwardian Bench
Located in Faversham, GB
A simple, diminutive Edwardian ironwork bench. The seat and backrest, both in beech, are supported
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

Edwardian Bench
Edwardian Bench

Edwardian Bench

H 32.29 in W 46.46 in D 15.36 in
Pair of Benches
Located in London, England
Pair of French cherrywood benches France Circa 1890
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Late 19th Century Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Cherry

Pair of Benches
Pair of Benches

Pair of Benches

H 19.3 in W 70.87 in D 14.57 in
Curved upholstered bench
Located in Hudson, NY
Unique "station bench" style curved bench with original upholstery from early 1900's. Charming and
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Late 19th Century American Regency Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Curved upholstered bench
Curved upholstered bench

Curved upholstered bench

H 31 in W 55 in D 17 in
Primitive Painted Bench
Located in Bradenton, FL
Exceptional example of an original condition 19th century Pine bench in old grey paint over the
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Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Primitive Painted Bench
Primitive Painted Bench

Primitive Painted Bench

H 19 in W 60 in D 12 in
Arts School Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
A Scottish Arts and Crafts period arts school bench of thick solid pale oak slabs for the ends
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Early 20th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Arts School Bench
Arts School Bench

Arts School Bench

H 39.5 in W 71 in D 26.5 in
Swiss alp bench
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss alp bench
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Swiss alp bench
Swiss alp bench

Swiss alp bench

H 18.12 in W 50.4 in D 13 in
Antique elm bench
Located in L'AMETLLA DE MAR, ES
French antique bench made circa 1900. Farmhouse style probably south of France. In original antique
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Elm

Antique elm bench
Antique elm bench

Antique elm bench

H 19.69 in W 86.62 in D 7.88 in
Iron French Bench
Located in Pomona, CA
A curved shape iron base bench. New upholstery
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1920s French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

Iron French Bench
Iron French Bench

Iron French Bench

H 19 in W 47 in D 14.5 in
Antique oak bench
Located in L'AMETLLA DE MAR, ES
French antique bench made circa 1900. Farmhouse style probably south of France. In original antique
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Elm

Antique oak bench
Antique oak bench

Antique oak bench

H 19.69 in W 88.19 in D 7.88 in
Swedish Polychrome Bench
Located in New Orleans, LA
This beautifully polychromed bench adds a subtle pop of color. Place in any space to create
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19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Swedish Polychrome Bench
Swedish Polychrome Bench

Swedish Polychrome Bench

H 33.5 in W 70 in D 23 in
French Black Bench
Located in New York, NY
A chic French black wood bench or stool, Rococo Revival period, circa early-20th century, France
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

French Black Bench
French Black Bench

French Black Bench

H 21.63 in W 21.63 in D 15 in
Swiss alp bench
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss alp bench
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Early 19th Century Swiss Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Swiss alp bench
Swiss alp bench

Swiss alp bench

H 32.29 in W 63.78 in D 14.57 in
German Biedermeier Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
Fine 19th century German Biedermeier mahogany large scale bench. Circa 1850. Adds warmth and charm
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1850s Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Textile, Mahogany

German Biedermeier Bench
German Biedermeier Bench

German Biedermeier Bench

H 33 in W 77 in D 26 in
1840 English Bench
Located in Pomona, CA
An English 1840 bench. Raised chamfered panels to the back. Dowl peg construction. Turned legs and
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

1840 English Bench
1840 English Bench

1840 English Bench

H 41.5 in W 75 in D 28 in
Neoclassical Style Bench
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical style bench. Severely handsome provincial neoclassical style dark stained wood bench
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Style Bench
Neoclassical Style Bench

Neoclassical Style Bench

H 38 in W 60 in D 21 in
Antique Bench / Stool
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique bench / stool upholstered with special fabric and finished with beautiful
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Walnut

Antique Bench / Stool
Antique Bench / Stool

Antique Bench / Stool

H 19.69 in W 32.29 in D 13.78 in
French Park Bench
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Gorgeous French park bench that was recently restored in a brilliant green color. This bench is
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Early 20th Century French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

French Park Bench
French Park Bench

French Park Bench

H 32 in W 200 in D 29 in
Antique European Rustic Butcher’s Bench – Handcrafted Bleached Wood Bench
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare and character-rich antique European butcher’s bench, beautifully aged and bleached to
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Early 20th Century European Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique European Rustic Butcher’s Bench – Handcrafted Bleached Wood Bench
Antique European Rustic Butcher’s Bench – Handcrafted Bleached Wood Bench

Antique European Rustic Butcher’s Bench – Handcrafted Bleached Wood Bench

H 26 in W 98.5 in D 25 in
Antique Farm Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Antique farm bench, great patina.
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1920s American American Craftsman Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique Farm Bench
Antique Farm Bench

Antique Farm Bench

H 18 in W 84 in D 11.5 in
French Box Bench
Located in Faversham, GB
A charming box bench of diminutive proportions in pine with remnants of white and pink paint on the
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine, Paint

French Box Bench
French Box Bench

French Box Bench

H 82 in W 88 in D 54 in
Hungarian Box Bench
Located in Cirencester, GB
This settle or bench is early 20th Century. Wonderful natural colours and patina. It's a really
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Hungarian Box Bench
Hungarian Box Bench

Hungarian Box Bench

H 38 in W 55.91 in D 17.13 in
Carved Oak Bench
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak bench the headed finials above carved backrests with scrolling details above planked seat
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Early 20th Century British Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Carved Oak Bench
Carved Oak Bench

Carved Oak Bench

H 34.5 in W 44 in D 23 in
Antique Hall Bench
Located in San Francisco, CA
A unique antique hall bench with a seat area of 72"x 21" x 51.5", seat height of 20.25", and
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Early 20th Century Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Hall Bench
Antique Hall Bench

Antique Hall Bench

H 74.5 in W 81 in D 24.5 in
Welsh Pig Bench
Located in Faversham, GB
A weathered Welsh mid-19th-century pig bench. Large single slab sycamore top with cast iron legs
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Early 19th Century Welsh Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

Welsh Pig Bench
Welsh Pig Bench

Welsh Pig Bench

H 19.3 in W 49.61 in D 18.12 in
Austrian Box Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Interesting 19th C Austrian original painted box bench. 1840 Seat height - 19.5" (50cms
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19th Century Austrian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Austrian Box Bench
Austrian Box Bench

Austrian Box Bench

H 38 in W 77.5 in D 19 in
English Tavern Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful little original painted tavern bench, 1840. Dimensions 41 inches (104 cms) wide 21
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

English Tavern Bench
English Tavern Bench

English Tavern Bench

H 37.5 in W 41 in D 21 in
Newly Upholstered Bench
Located in Nashville, TN
This bench is the perfect way to add dynamic touch to your space! The antique frames have been
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1920s French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Newly Upholstered Bench
Newly Upholstered Bench

Newly Upholstered Bench

H 21 in W 24 in D 20 in
Neoclassic Style Bench
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 French neoclassic style mahogany bench with open back. Measurements: Long: 61" Deep
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Early 1900s French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

Neoclassic Style Bench
Neoclassic Style Bench

Neoclassic Style Bench

H 32.5 in W 61 in D 14 in
American Tiger Maple Bench, Great for Hall Way Bench or Bench at Foot of Bed
Located in Buchanan, MI
American tiger maple bench, great for hall way bench or bench at foot of bed. Seat height could be
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19th Century American American Classical Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Birdseye Maple

American Tiger Maple Bench, Great for Hall Way Bench or Bench at Foot of Bed
American Tiger Maple Bench, Great for Hall Way Bench or Bench at Foot of Bed

American Tiger Maple Bench, Great for Hall Way Bench or Bench at Foot of Bed

H 29 in W 73 in D 23 in
Biedermeier Piano Bench
Located in New York, NY
Lovely antique piano bench with internal compartment for music sheet storage. The perfect
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1840s Swedish Biedermeier Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier Piano Bench
Biedermeier Piano Bench

Biedermeier Piano Bench

H 18.5 in W 26 in D 14 in
Regency Rosewood Bench
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular upholstered seat. The corners with gadrooned carving. The seat rail with molded sides and carved rosettes. Circular tapered reeded legs. Cup casters.
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Brass

Regency Rosewood Bench
Regency Rosewood Bench

Regency Rosewood Bench

H 19.75 in W 48 in D 16 in
Regency Ebonized Bench
Located in Essex, MA
With rectangular upholstered seat. [used fabric]. With splayed legs and curved stretchers.
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Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fruitwood

Regency Ebonized Bench
Regency Ebonized Bench

Regency Ebonized Bench

H 16.5 in W 20.75 in D 13.5 in
Regency Mahogany Bench
Located in Essex, MA
Wonderful elegant form with a rectangular shape seat and curved back with scrolled reeded arms. Loose cushion seat raised on saber legs with cup casters. Great color and patina. A gr...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Brass

Regency Mahogany Bench
Regency Mahogany Bench

Regency Mahogany Bench

H 20.5 in W 60 in D 19 in
Regency Hope Bench
By Jonathan Sainsbury
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A carved and gilded window seat in the English Regency style. The upholstered and gently curved moulded ends are decorated with carved paterae and rest on Greek key pattern carved ra...
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18th Century European Regency Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Gold Leaf

Regency Hope Bench
Regency Hope Bench

Regency Hope Bench

H 29.14 in W 66.15 in D 20.08 in
Biedermeier Fruitwood Bench
Located in Essex, MA
With tall scrolled sides with turned rails, upholstered seat raised on curule form legs.
Category

1830s European Biedermeier Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Fruitwood

Biedermeier Fruitwood Bench
Biedermeier Fruitwood Bench

Biedermeier Fruitwood Bench

H 26 in W 24.63 in D 15.25 in
French Directoire Style Bench
Located in Houston, TX
French Directoire Style Bench. This lovely French Directoire bench or stool painted a gray/green
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1920s French Directoire Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood, Velvet

French Directoire Style Bench
French Directoire Style Bench

French Directoire Style Bench

H 27.5 in W 25.5 in D 16 in
French Art Deco Bench
By Francisque Chaleyssin, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, André Arbus, Dominique, Jules Leleu
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco Bench. This lovely period French Art Deco walnut bench dates to the 1930's with a U
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

French Art Deco Bench
French Art Deco Bench

French Art Deco Bench

H 18.5 in W 32 in D 16.5 in
Antique Pine Bench, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from hungary with the original paint. Over time and use, the green paint has been
Category

1920s Hungarian Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Antique Pine Bench, 1920s
Antique Pine Bench, 1920s

Antique Pine Bench, 1920s

H 37.41 in W 76.38 in D 20.48 in
Folding bench, circa 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Bench from the 1900s, made in France. The bench has a riveted iron base with wooden slats. The
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Early 1900s French Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Iron

Folding bench, circa 1900
Folding bench, circa 1900

Folding bench, circa 1900

H 34.65 in W 59.06 in D 20.87 in
Carved oak monk’s bench
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved oak monk’s bench/hall bench. The solid oak hinged top with geometric carvings. To the raised
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Early 20th Century British Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Oak

Carved oak monk’s bench
Carved oak monk’s bench

Carved oak monk’s bench

H 39.5 in W 48 in D 22.5 in
Chip Carved Settle Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
A settle bench with solid arched back and shaped wings, having lift top bench seat revealing
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1910s Swedish Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Birch

Chip Carved Settle Bench
Chip Carved Settle Bench

Chip Carved Settle Bench

H 42 in W 47.5 in D 18.5 in
Antique pine bench, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from Hungary. The bench was made around 1900. Due to time and use, the black paint
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Early 1900s Hungarian Rustic Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Pine

Antique pine bench, 1900s
Antique pine bench, 1900s

Antique pine bench, 1900s

H 37.41 in W 69.3 in D 20.48 in
18th Century Spanish Bench
Located in Brecht, BE
A very charming, elegant, Carlos IV Spanish bench, polychromed wood, original color, new upholstery
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18th Century Spanish Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Wood

18th Century Spanish Bench
18th Century Spanish Bench

18th Century Spanish Bench

H 35.04 in W 76.38 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Cherrywood Benches
Located in London, England
Pair of Cherrywood Benches, four seater. Lovely grain. France circa 1890 H 50cm x W 208cm x D
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1890s Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Cherry

Pair of Cherrywood Benches
Pair of Cherrywood Benches

Pair of Cherrywood Benches

H 19.69 in W 81.89 in D 13.39 in
Rush Seat Country Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This country style bench features a ladder back with carved floral designs, woven rush seat and
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Early 20th Century Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Rush, Wood

Rush Seat Country Bench
Rush Seat Country Bench

Rush Seat Country Bench

H 37 in W 53 in D 18 in
1900s French Upholstered Bench
Located in High Point, NC
Add a touch of rustic French elegance to your space with this 1900s upholstered bench. Featuring a
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Early 20th Century French Antique Bench Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1900s French Upholstered Bench
1900s French Upholstered Bench

1900s French Upholstered Bench

H 21.8 in W 67.1 in D 24.2 in
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Antique Bench Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique bench benches is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique bench benches was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and oak. Antique bench benches have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique bench benches bearing Victorian or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique bench benches over the years, but those made by Andrianna Shamaris, Thonet and Jacob and Josef Kohn are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Bench Benches?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,902, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $350,000 highest priced.

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 Antique Bench Benches
  • What is a telephone bench?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A telephone bench, sometimes called a gossip-bench, is a bench that features an attached side-table at one end. These styles became popular after the telephone was invented in the 19th century. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary telephone benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • What is a parametric bench?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A parametric bench is a long seating solution made out of evenly spaced rows of wood. Because of the precision required to create the complex pieces, construction of parametric furniture normally uses computer-controlled manufacturing machinery. Find a collection of parametric furniture on 1stDibs.
  • What is a waterfall bench?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall bench is a bench that has rounded corners, which gives the illusion that the lines of the seating solution flow like water. Waterfall benches and other waterfall furniture were popular during the 1930s and 40s. Shop a collection of waterfall furniture on 1stDibs.
  • What is a bench seat?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    Benches 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.
  • What is a prayer bench?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A prayer bench, also known as a hassock or prie-dieu, is a piece of furniture that you can kneel on when praying. It helps to keep your knees feeling comfortable and elevated off the floor. Shop a variety of prayer benches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What are some types of benches?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some types of benches designed primarily for indoor use include storage benches, entry benches, backless benches, settee benches and dining benches. Garden benches, memorial benches and planter benches are three types commonly displayed outdoors. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage and antique benches.
  • What is a deacon’s bench?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A deacon’s bench is a long bench with a back, and often arms, made up of spindles or slats. It is typically crafted from wood and often used as an entryway bench or at the foot of a bed. On 1stDibs, find a range of deacon’s benches.
  • What is a shoe bench?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A shoe bench refers to a bench that can also be utilized as a shoe storage compartment underneath the seating. Some shoe benches feature shelving, while others may have compartments to keep your shoes sorted. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary shoe benches on 1stDibs.
  • What is a settle bench?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Settle benches are long wooden benches with arms and tall backs. They were common in Europe during the first half of the 18th century.
  • What is a mission bench?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mission bench is a long rectangular bench, often with a mid-height back and open arms. The bench is made out of wood, oak to be specific, and sometimes even animal skin. You’ll find a collection of mission benches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a teak bench?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A teak bench is a bench that is constructed from teak, which is a kind of tropical hardwood which is mostly used for making chairs, seats and even boats. Appreciated for its dense grain and rich luster, old-growth teak was a sought-after material among mid-century modern designers. With proper care, a teak bench can last for nearly 70 years! Find your long-lasting teak bench on 1stDibs.
  • What is a Windsor bench?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Windsor bench is typically a two-seater chair built with solid wood and round-tenoned legs with seats that are a shallow dish or saddle shape for comfort. Windsor chairs grew in popularity during the 16th century with the design being fashioned after wheel spokes. Shop a selection of Windor-style seating on 1stDibs.
  • What is a cobblers bench?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A cobbler’s bench is a low-to-the-ground wooden bench that has a backless seat on one end and a workstation on the other.
  • 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.
  • What is a piano bench called?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A piano bench is called a duet bench, it is generally wide enough for two people to sit, and its width is in proportion to the width of the piano. A collection of antique and vintage piano benches can be found in varying colors on 1stDibs.
  • When were gossip benches made?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gossip benches, also known as telephone benches, became popular shortly after the telephone was invented in the 1870s. They’re still made to this day, and are beloved by many homeowners and interior designers for their vintage flair. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary gossip benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • What is the most durable outdoor bench?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    There 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 sofa called?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    A bench sofa is sometimes called a settee. However, you can also simply refer to it as a bench sofa. Both terms refer to an upholstered furnishing with a long seat and either an open back or a low backrest. Shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary settees and other sofas on 1stDibs.
  • What is the average height of a bench?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Benches are typically between 16 and 20 inches tall.

  • What is the best piano bench?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    The best piano benches are really a matter of preference. Benches with a padded seat and options for adjusting the height are the most popular benches for such use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary piano benches from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.

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