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Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Dutch School Stacking Gymnastics Bench in Oak, Teak and Leather
Dutch School Stacking Gymnastics Bench in Oak, Teak and Leather

Dutch School Stacking Gymnastics Bench in Oak, Teak and Leather

By Schelde

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stacking gymnastics bench of Dutch school origin, constructed from planked oak and teak with a natural leather cushion top.

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Metal

Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench Top, 1930s
Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench Top, 1930s

Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench Top, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnastics bench comes from a gym in Prague and was designed in the 1930s.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

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Large gymnastic bench from the 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Large gymnastic bench from the 1950s, Czechoslovakia

Large gymnastic bench from the 1950s, Czechoslovakia

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H 41.34 in W 74.02 in D 43.31 in

Large gymnastic bench from the 1950s, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

Large gymnastics bench from the 1950s. It can be used as a dining or central table in your room.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Mid Century  Stacked Oak & Teak Brown Leather Topped Rolling Gymnastics Bench
Mid Century  Stacked Oak & Teak Brown Leather Topped Rolling Gymnastics Bench

Mid Century Stacked Oak & Teak Brown Leather Topped Rolling Gymnastics Bench

By Schelde

Located in Los Angeles, CA

XL 1950's gymnastics bench with natural leather top on six stacked oak frames with wheels and locking mechanism.

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Metal

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench
Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

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H 14.5 in W 56 in D 24.5 in

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original Dutch gymnastics vault transformed into a multi purpose ottoman-bench-coffee table in teak and oak with new leather top.

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench
Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

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H 14.5 in W 56 in D 24.5 in

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dutch gymnastics vault transformed into a multi purpose ottoman-bench-coffee table in teak and oak with new leather top.

Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Large Gymnastics Bench, 1930s
Large Gymnastics Bench, 1930s

Large Gymnastics Bench, 1930s

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H 21 in W 68 in D 37 in

Large Gymnastics Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This vintage gymnastics tournament table is from a Czech school sports hall. It was cut to a height of 55 cm and has leather-covered legs and a removable panel. The leather was clean...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Dutch Stacking Gymnastics Benches
Dutch Stacking Gymnastics Benches

Dutch Stacking Gymnastics Benches

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H 49.5 in W 59 in D 26 in

Dutch Stacking Gymnastics Benches

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredible original tall stacking benches with rolling mechanism and leather cushion. Unstacks into seven pieces. In original condition with visible wear to wood and leather consiste...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Dutch Mid-Century Schelde Stacked Oak and Teak Gymnastics Bench or Coffee Table
Dutch Mid-Century Schelde Stacked Oak and Teak Gymnastics Bench or Coffee Table

Dutch Mid-Century Schelde Stacked Oak and Teak Gymnastics Bench or Coffee Table

By Schelde

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dutch Mid-Century, multi purpose rolling gymnastics bench by Schelde. This gym piece is made up of individual stacked oak and teak layers make this a multifunctional unit that can be...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Small Dutch Stacking Gymnastics Bench
Small Dutch Stacking Gymnastics Bench

Small Dutch Stacking Gymnastics Bench

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H 13 in W 36.5 in D 23 in

Small Dutch Stacking Gymnastics Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Dutch gymnastics vault transformed into a low bench, ottoman or soft coffee table.

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench on Wheels
Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench on Wheels

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench on Wheels

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H 12 in W 53 in D 21.5 in

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench on Wheels

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Repurposed vintage Dutch gymnastics vault with new natural leather top and wheels. Frame in original condition with moderate wear and scratches consistent with age and use. Others av...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Leather Gym Bench, 1930s
Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

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H 20 in W 52 in D 20 in

Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This vintage gymnastics bench from a gym in Prague was made in the 1930s in former Czechoslovakia.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s
Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

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H 18 in W 55 in D 19 in

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnastics bench comes from a gym in Prague and was designed in the 1930s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Large Gymnastics Leather Bench, 1930s
Large Gymnastics Leather Bench, 1930s

Large Gymnastics Leather Bench, 1930s

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H 22 in W 69 in D 38 in

Large Gymnastics Leather Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Vintage gymnastics tournament equipment from a Czech school sports hall It was cut to a height of 55 cm The leather was cleaned and preserved The wooden parts were restored The ...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Restored Vintage Leather Gymnastics Box Bench, 1940s
Restored Vintage Leather Gymnastics Box Bench, 1940s

Restored Vintage Leather Gymnastics Box Bench, 1940s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnasium comes from a Prague gym and has been completely restored. The thick cow leather has a beautiful patina. We offer shop to door delivery worldwide. Please ask for a q...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Dutch Leather Gym Vault or Coffee Table
Vintage Dutch Leather Gym Vault or Coffee Table

Vintage Dutch Leather Gym Vault or Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Dutch gymnastics bench repurposed to a bench or coffee table with removable new natural leather top and three tiered wood frame.

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Leather Gymnastic  Bench
Vintage Leather Gymnastic  Bench

Vintage Leather Gymnastic Bench

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H 15 in W 61 in D 28 in

Vintage Leather Gymnastic Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wide and low rolling vintage Dutch leather gymnastics vault transformed into a bench, ottoman or soft coffee table.

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Leather Gymnastic Horse Bench or Coffee Table
Leather Gymnastic Horse Bench or Coffee Table

Leather Gymnastic Horse Bench or Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wide and low rolling vintage Dutch leather gymnastics vault transformed into a bench, ottoman or soft coffee table.

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench
Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

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H 16 in W 56 in D 23 in

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Dutch gymnastics bench repurposed to a bench or coffee table with removable new natural leather top and wood frame.

Category

1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench, Oak & Teak, Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench, Oak & Teak, Mid-Century Modern

Vintage Dutch Gymnastics Bench, Oak & Teak, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960s stacking Dutch school gymnastics bench with oak and teak frame finished with new soft natural leather top.

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Dutch Stacked Oak and Teak Gymnastics Bench with Leather Top
Mid-Century Dutch Stacked Oak and Teak Gymnastics Bench with Leather Top

Mid-Century Dutch Stacked Oak and Teak Gymnastics Bench with Leather Top

By Schelde

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dutch Mid-Century, multi purpose gymnastics bench. Stacked oak and teak layers make this a multifunctional unit that can be used as an ottoman, bench or even coffee table The piece ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Metal

Leather Gym Bench, 1930s
Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

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H 19 in W 51 in D 19 in

Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnastics bench from a gym in Prague was made in the 1930s in former Czechoslovakia.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s
Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

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H 18 in W 51 in D 19 in

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnastics bench comes from a gym in Prague and was designed in the 1930s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Long Leather Gym Bench, 1930s
Long Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Long Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

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H 20 in W 59 in D 20 in

Long Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnastics bench comes from a gym in Prague and was designed in the 1930s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Vintage Leather Gym Bench Long, 1930s
Vintage Leather Gym Bench Long, 1930s

Vintage Leather Gym Bench Long, 1930s

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H 19 in W 59 in D 20 in

Vintage Leather Gym Bench Long, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnastics bench comes from a gym in Prague and was designed in the 1930s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s
Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

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H 20.48 in W 52.37 in D 21.66 in

Vintage Leather Gym Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnastics bench comes from a gym in Prague and was designed in the 1930s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench TOP, 1930s
Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench TOP, 1930s

Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench TOP, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This gymnastics bench comes from a gym in Prague and was designed in the 1930s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench TOP Extra Long, 1930s
Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench TOP Extra Long, 1930s

Gymnastic Vintage Leather Pommel Horse Gym Bench TOP Extra Long, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

This long gymnastics bench comes from a gym in Prague and was designed in the 1930s.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Czech Gymnastics Pommel Horse Bench, 1930s
Czech Gymnastics Pommel Horse Bench, 1930s

Czech Gymnastics Pommel Horse Bench, 1930s

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H 20.08 in W 69.69 in D 14.57 in

Czech Gymnastics Pommel Horse Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Pommel horse from former Czechoslovakia. It has been shortened to a height of 51 cm. The iron feet are preserved. The thick leather has been cleaned, restored wood surface and the pa...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Czech Gymnastics Pommel Horse Bench Long, 1930s
Czech Gymnastics Pommel Horse Bench Long, 1930s

Czech Gymnastics Pommel Horse Bench Long, 1930s

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H 21.26 in W 75.99 in D 16.93 in

Czech Gymnastics Pommel Horse Bench Long, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Pommel horse from former Czechoslovakia. It has been shortened to a height of 54 cm. The iron feet are preserved. He has extra length of 193cm. The thick leather has been cleaned, r...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Czech Gymnastics Leather Pommel Horse Bench, 1930s
Czech Gymnastics Leather Pommel Horse Bench, 1930s

Czech Gymnastics Leather Pommel Horse Bench, 1930s

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H 20.87 in W 63.78 in D 13.78 in

Czech Gymnastics Leather Pommel Horse Bench, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Pommel horse from former Czechoslovakia. It has been shortened to a height of 53 cm. The iron feet are preserved. The thick leather has been cleaned, restored wood surface and the pa...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Iron

Antique Leather Suede Gymnastics Pommel Horse
Antique Leather Suede Gymnastics Pommel Horse

Antique Leather Suede Gymnastics Pommel Horse

Located in Madison, WI

Designers often use the legs for the an industrial table base and the mount for a one-of-a-kind bench. Shipping: The pommel can deliver on a pallet to any business address for $175 o...

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20th Century English Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Metal

Pommel Horse Bench
Pommel Horse Bench

Pommel Horse Bench

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H 20 in W 64 in D 14 in

Pommel Horse Bench

Located in San Francisco, CA

Gymnastics Apparatus Converted into a Bench

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20th Century American Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Metal

Vintage Leather Gymnastics Pommel Horse, circa 1930
Vintage Leather Gymnastics Pommel Horse, circa 1930

Vintage Leather Gymnastics Pommel Horse, circa 1930

Located in Notting Hill, GB

These Pommel Horses were used in schools as gymnastic accessories, originally they were tall and its has converted as sitting benches.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Vintage Gymnastics Bench

Materials

Leather, Wood

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2010s American Modern Vintage Gymnastics Bench

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By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

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$4,800 / item

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Patinated Brass Sconces by Robert Stilin

Located in New York City, NY

Priced Individually. Lead time is 6-8 weeks. Patinates beautifully with time. Can be made in nickel, patinated brass, and lacquered brass.

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Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
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Vintage Arne Norell Inca Lounge Chair From Sweden, Circa 1970
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Located in Nashville, TN

Vintage Arne Norell Inca Lounge Chair From Sweden, Circa 1970. Solid beech frame with original brown leather cushions. Some wear and use.

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By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

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1950’s Swedish Cabinet With Nordens Flora Illustrations
1950’s Swedish Cabinet With Nordens Flora Illustrations

1950’s Swedish Cabinet With Nordens Flora Illustrations

$10,500

H 49.25 in W 42.25 in D 16.75 in

1950’s Swedish Cabinet With Nordens Flora Illustrations

By Josef Frank

Located in Turners Falls, MA

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H 5.12 in W 71.26 in D 41.34 in

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Located in Meulebeke, BE

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Early 20th Century Czech Leather and Pine Gym Bench with Metal Hoof Feet
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Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in the Czech Republic circa 1920, this rustic gym bench features a sturdy rectangular frame raised on four wide, angled pine legs capped with blue and black painted metal hoo...

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Gymnastic Leather Pommel Horse Bench Top, 1930s
Gymnastic Leather Pommel Horse Bench Top, 1930s

Gymnastic Leather Pommel Horse Bench Top, 1930s

$6,500

H 20.08 in W 63 in D 13.78 in

Gymnastic Leather Pommel Horse Bench Top, 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Pommel horse from former Czechoslovakia from the 1930s with beautiful patina, shortened to bench height 51cm and very good vintage condition. Completely restored. The iron feet are p...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

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Gymnastic Vintage Czech Leather Gym Stool Bench Pommel Horse, 1930s

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Gymnastic Bench from USA

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H 24 in W 64.5 in D 33 in

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Located in Sagaponack, NY

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Vintage Gymnastics Bench

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Vintage Gymnastics Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage gymnastics bench you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A vintage gymnastics bench — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage gymnastics bench, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each vintage gymnastics bench bearing industrial or mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one vintage gymnastics bench that is appealing in its simplicity, but Schelde produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Gymnastics Bench?

Prices for a vintage gymnastics bench can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $2,250 and can go as high as $6,900, while the average can fetch as much as $3,800.

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.