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Pair of Mid-Century Modern Billy Baldwin x Base Upholstery Benches
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Billy Baldwin X Base Upholstery Benches.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pink Velvet Upholstery Dowel Legs Benches
By Gio Ponti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of newly upholstered Italian style Mid-Century Modern dowel leg benches.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass Bench, New Upholstery, 2 Available
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian brass bench, new upholstery - 2 available Price is per item.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Lorin Marsh "U Bench" Satin Brass and Muslin Upholstery
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern Lorin Marsh "U bench" In satin brass cladding on wood frame with
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Brass

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern New Blue Upholstery X-Stretchers Benches
By Ico Parisi
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of new upholstery Italian Mid-Century Modern benches on X-stretcher bases and brass tips.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Metal, Brass

Restored Mid-Century Modern Rosewood & Lucite Bench with White Linen Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the fusion of elegance and contemporary design with our mid-century modern bench, a
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Bench
Located in Highland, IN
This nicely scaled upholstered bench was part of the Eli Lilly corporate collection. Likely used in
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Steel

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Bench
Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Bench
H 16.5 in W 50 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Daybed or Bench in Teak and Black Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bench or daybed, faux leather, teak, Europe, 1960s This streamlined design is executed within a
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Faux Leather, Teak

Mid Century Modern U Shape Gilt Wrought Iron Window Bench NEW Upholstery MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Hollywood regency style newly upholstered window bench MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tufted Bench
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern tufted bench with a walnut base. Newly upholstered.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tufted Bench
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tufted Bench
H 19.5 in W 60.5 in D 20.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Bench
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern chrome bench designed and manufactured in the United States, circa
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Bench
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Bench
H 17 in W 48.5 in D 22.75 in
Mid Century Modern Adjustable Bench
Located in Berkeley, CA
restoration + new upholstery in your choice of material. Restoration Includes: • Refinish legs • New custom
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Unique Mid-Century Modern Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous vintage modern bench features decorative vinyl upholstery, a wood frame, and aluminum
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Aluminum

Unique Mid-Century Modern Bench
Unique Mid-Century Modern Bench
H 17.5 in W 67 in D 19 in
French Mid-Century Giltwood Bench with Saber Legs and New Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
upholstery. Created in France during the mid-century period, this window bench features two out-scrolling
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Giltwood

Unusual Lucite Piano Bench Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual Lucite piano bench. We love the fact the seat lifts up to store sheet music or what ever
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Vinyl Window Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-modern window bench features sculpted sides and vinyl upholstery, making a stylish yet
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Faux Leather

Mid-Century Modern Vinyl Window Bench
Mid-Century Modern Vinyl Window Bench
H 22 in W 44.5 in D 15 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman-Style Blue Chrome Bench
By Milo Baughman
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a gorgeous mid century modern style chrome bench with blue upholstery. In good used
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Witco Style Bench and Table
By Witco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This amazing vintage modern piece combines seating and a table all in one. A one of a kind two-tone
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Oak

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Southwestern Pattern Upholstery and Wood Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish mid-century rectangular floating bench with a banded Southwestern blue and green patterned
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Wood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Oak Bench
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak midcentury bench, circa 1960s. A perfect entryway seating solution! Dovetailed drawer with
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Oak

Mid Century Modern Curlicue Steel & Brass Upholstered Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish mid century modern bench having curlicue steel base with decorative brass ball accents and
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1970s Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Steel

Mid Century Custom Upholstered Bench
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century Custom Upholstered Bench. 1980's stye with a parsons shape but upholstered to the floor
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Wood

Midcentury Chrome and Upholstery Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This bold entry bench features a tufted top with a sharp chrome base. With both style and
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Window Bench by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning vintage modern window bench features black tapered legs and two unique sculpted seats with
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Wood

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Two-Seat Bench by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely Mid-Century Modern two-seat bench. Black painted wood frame with black upholstered seats by
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Italian Heavy Chrome Plated and Velvet Benches
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern Italian heavy chrome plated and velvet benches. These
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Black Vinyl Upholstered Oiled Walnut Bench by Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice mid-century modern bench by Jens Risom
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Tufted Bench by Meuller Furniture
By Mueller Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage bench features a tufted vinyl upholstery covering the seating surface ensuring
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Faux Leather

Mid-Century American Modern Three-Seat Walnut Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American Modernist three-seat bench with walnut frame and vinyl upholstery (ca. 1950s, USA
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Naugahyde, Walnut

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Louis XVI Piano Bench
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Mid-Century piano bench or stool in the Modern neoclassical style with delicately
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Mid-Century Modern Italian Bench/Coffee Table
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
An exquisite Italian Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Bench/Coffee Table, a captivating fusion of
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1960s Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Ultrasuede, Lucite, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Half Circular Nickel Silver Upholstered Knotched Bamboo Bench
Located in North Miami, FL
This Mid-Century Modern bench is a half moon knotted bamboo nickel silver bench that is upholstered
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Iron, Nickel

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Stools with Silk Upholstery
By Paul McCobb
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Wonderful and fabulous set of 4 matching stools with various colors in silk upholstery. One top has
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Silk, Hardwood, Paint

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Brass Faux Bamboo Bench by Maison Baguès
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and timeless French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical bench or stool by Maison Baguès in
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Brass

Two Large French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Carved Wood Benches circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
2 Elegant, Large French wood benches with the frames carved in a sober, pure Mid-Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Canvas, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Solid Brass Benches by Jansen
By Pier Luigi Colli, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and rare pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern neoclassical benches / stools in solid brass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Brass

Lucite Waterfall Bench: A Fusion of Mid-Century Elegance & Modern Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
that beautifully bridges mid-century design with contemporary style. This bench has been meticulously
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Metal

Brass and Steel White Upholstered 3-Legged Bench Mid-Century Modern Restored
Located in North Miami, FL
This most unusual and interesting fully restored Mid-Century Modern comfortable 3-legged bench is a
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Brass, Steel

Tommi Parzinger Mid-Century Modern Gold Leaf Over Iron White Upholstered Bench
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning Hollywood Regency inspired Mid-Century Modern vintage Tommi Parzinger gold leafed
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Iron, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bench in the Adrian Pearsall Style. Circa 1960s.
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bench in the Adrian Pearsall Style. Circa 1960s. Features a dark
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Walnut

Handsome Pair of Walnut Brass Campaign Stool Ottoman Bench Mid-Century Modern
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut and brass Campaign style benches. Upholstered in a
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Brass

Tri-Mark Designs Bench, Chrome, Cream Upholstery
By Tri-Mark
Located in New York, NY
Tri-Mark Bench, Chrome, Upholstery. Tri-Mark Designs of Pennsylvania manufactured this bench in two
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Steel

FBJ Møbler Mid Century Teak Storage Bench
By FBJ Møbler
Located in Countryside, IL
FBJ Møbler Mid Century Teak Storage Bench This bench measures: 39.5 wide x 15.75 deep x 19.75 high
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Teak

FBJ Møbler Mid Century Teak Storage Bench
FBJ Møbler Mid Century Teak Storage Bench
H 19.75 in W 39.5 in D 15.75 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern / Minimalist Bench by Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi
By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Italian mid-modern / Minimalist bench resting on enameled metal legs with molded plywood
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Steel

Mid 20th Century Kindel Furniture Oxford Cherry & Needlepoint Upholstered Bench
By Kindel Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Kindel Furniture solid Oxford Cherry and Needlepoint Upholstered Bench with
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Cherry

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Entry Telephone Bench
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful Scandinavian modern entry way/telephone bench in rosewood manufactured in
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Rosewood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Round Stools or Benches Attributed to Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern round stools or benches attributed to Marco Zanuso The pieces
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Brass

Faux Bamboo Base Tufted Upholstery Bench with Sides
By James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern silvered faux bamboo base tufted upholstery bench with upholstered side rails.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Solid Brass Frame Midcentury Window Bench New Upholstery
By Maison Jansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern heavy gage solid brass frame window bench. Heavy and solid brass machined
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Brass

Pair of Red Brick X Base Billy Baldwin Mid Century Modern Window Benches MINT!
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Red Brick X Base Billy Baldwin Mid Century Modern Window Benches MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Upholstery

Mid Century Modern Faux Leather/Vinyl Ottoman Bench with Teak Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MCM tufted leather/vinyl bench with teak base. Deep brown color. Original upholstery.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Hardwood Bench in the style of Jean-Michel Frank
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
A Rare, Elegant and Timeless Midcentury Modern Neoclassical X Form Bench in the style of the French
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Steel & Fabric Benches / Stools by Forma Nova
By Forma Nova
Located in New York, NY
Rare, Elegant Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Benches by Forma Nova with a sober
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Steel

Knoll Style Mid Century Chrome Upholstered Bench
By Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Knoll Style mid century chrome upholstered bench The bench measures: 60 wide x 18 deep x 19
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Chrome

Wonderful Pair of Arthur Umanoff Wrought Iron Stools Benches Mid-Century Modern
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful pair of Arthur Umanoff stacking stools from the 1964 Grenada Collection for Boyuer Scott, Shaver Howard collections. This pair is in wonderful vintage condition with a love...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Iron

Mid-Century Bench Upholstered in Fur
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning Mid-Century Modern bench. Having an X form black iron base with fur upholstery.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Updated Chic Mid-Century Modern Graphic Black and White Upholstered Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sophisticated Mid-Century Modern settee bench newly upholstered in an off white sateen with black
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Faux Bamboo Gilt Metal Bench with White Velvet
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Italian faux bamboo gilt metal bench with white velvet upholstery.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Paul Evan Style X Bench, Lucite Armrest, Chrome Accents
By Paul Evans
Located in Stamford, CT
Paul Evan Style X Bench,Footstool or Ottoman. Mid Century modern having Lucite Armrest on X Shaped
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

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Metal

Pair of Danish Teak Mid-Century Modern Flip Top Tables Suede Benches
By Hans J. Wegner, Arne Norell
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern teak tops side tables flipping to suede upholstery benches.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench

Materials

Suede, Teak

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Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic vintage midcentury modern upholstery bench available at 1stDibs. A vintage midcentury modern upholstery bench — often made from fabric, upholstery and wood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage midcentury modern upholstery bench, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A vintage midcentury modern upholstery bench made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one vintage midcentury modern upholstery bench that is appealing in its simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Dedar and Ficks Reed produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Midcentury Modern Upholstery Bench?

A vintage midcentury modern upholstery bench can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,600, while the lowest priced sells for $450 and the highest can go for as much as $4,800.

A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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.