Initially known as Spanish Metal Arts — a supplier of fencing for stately homes on Long Island — the principals at New York furniture manufacturer Brueton were artistically minded from the start, ensuring that their furniture company would become a major player in the world of stylish, modern stainless steel-based design. The company’s sculptural glass-topped dining tables and vintage mid-century modern chrome-framed armchairs are welcome additions to any contemporary interior.
Brueton got its start with the Manufacturers Hanover Trust building in Manhattan. When award-winning architect Gordon Bunshaft of engineering firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) was designing what would become a modernist marvel in the 1950s — a structure that traded sleek glass facades for the stone columns typically associated with banks — SOM worked with Spanish Metal Arts’s Bruno Saudino and Tony Vitale to furnish the property.
For Bruno and Tony, it marked the start of the aptly named Brueton — the pair produced understated side tables and seating made of glass and aluminum for SOM’s project. Revolutionary for its time, instead of traditional narrow windows, the Manufacturers Hanover Trust building was practically transparent — allowing passers-by to see the vault from the outside. (Celebrated photographer Ezra Stoller, who chronicled iconic New York buildings like Mies van der Rohe’s Seagram Building and the soaring silhouette of Eero Saarinen’s TWA Terminal, shot the building in 1954.)
Much like the material associated with so many of its offerings, Brueton built a reputation of being a strong, dependable and polished manufacturer. The brand worked with designers such as J. Wade Beam, who created cylindrical tables of polished chrome and exquisite marble mirrors during the 1970s, as well as Massimo and Lella Vignelli, a pair of innovative polymaths who left a profound mark on design and wider visual culture.
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1 of 2 Modern Brueton Industries Silver Gray Bouclé Fabric Wave Daybed Bench 90
By Brueton
Located in Miami, FL
1 of 2 Custom made Modern Brueton Industries silver grey Bouclé fabric upholstery daybed, sofa or bench in wave design. Very comfortable and sturdy mounted on 4 chrome legs. Has a gr...
Chrome
19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Daybed or Bench
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive 19th century walnut daybed or bench seat made in the grand French Napoleon III period. The walnut frame features large round padd...
Fabric, Walnut
Bronze and Leather Daybed or Bench by Nicos Zographos
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bronze and caramel color leather daybed or bench, designed by Nicos Zographos, American, circa 1960s. Retains warm original patina to the bronze.
Metal, Bronze
19th Century Serpent Carved Walnut Daybed/Bench
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A whimsical carved walnut daybed from the estate of Merv Griffin, of entwined serpents supporting an upholstered bench. Small scale is ideal child size daybed.
Walnut
All Black Cowhide Fur Upholstery Custom Daybed Large Bench
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Stylish custom made all black cowhide upholstery sofa daybed.
Cowhide
ASYM Day Bed - Modern Asymmetrical Day Bed in Cream Boucle
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Introducing the Asym Day Bed, a stunning piece of furniture designed to add elegance and sophistication to your living space. With its asymmetrical design elements, this day bed is b...
Upholstery
Contemporary Goddard Bench in Gray Leather with Steel Legs
By Michael Felix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Smaller than a sofa, but bigger than a bench, the Goddard daybed functions as both when needed. It takes its form from 1950s French Industrial design, maintaining a sense of lightnes...
Metal
$10,800
H 20.28 in W 76.78 in D 29.93 in
Guillerme & Chambron Daybed or Bench with Side Table in Oak and Fabric
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, daybed bench, oak, fabric, France, 1960s. This low bench or daybed shows the admirable, characteristic details of the French designer duo Guillerme and Chambr...
Fabric, Oak
$5,800Sale Price|27% Off
H 14 in W 75 in D 26.5 in
Large-Scale Woven Leather and Chrome Daybed Bench by Erwine & Estelle Laverne
By Erwine & Estelle Laverne
Located in Atlanta, GA
eLarge-scale woven leather and chrome daybed or bench, designed by Erwin and Estelle Laverne, American, circa 1960s. Retains warm original patina to the leather. It is a versatile si...
Chrome
$13,215 / item
H 22 in W 90 in D 32.5 in
Modern Daybed with Black Matte Black Frame and 'Latte' Cotton Velvet Upholstery
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by the architecture of Luis Barragán, the Dorcia is a unique piece that focuses on form and function. The bolsters serve as head rests, armrests or low backrests that divide...
Steel
Contemporary Fortuna Bench in Gray Wool with Solid Walnut Base
By Michael Felix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Fortuna bench is an updated version of a Classic modernist daybed. The solid walnut base provides strength and style while it's high density cushion will become the more versatil...
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Style Daybed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-Century Modern style daybed, designed for daydreaming, this daybed is truly lounge-worthy. Clean lines and elegant tailoring distinguish its appearance and are enhanced by a semi-aniline cover tufted in a modern grid pattern. A plush pillow...
Metal
$2,150 / item
H 33.08 in W 74.81 in D 19.3 in
State Bench Settee with Lacquered Metal and Multicolor Fabric New
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Elegant and light piece that is comfortable and versatile, upholstery in velvet (several options) and metal or brass/copper structure. Made to Order. For sales with delivery addres...
Metal
Sold
H 20.5 in W 84 in D 24 in
Vintage Brueton Undulatus Wave Bench with Stainless Steel Legs Tan Leather Top
By Stanley Jay Friedman, Brueton
Located in North Miami, FL
This long and 3 seat wave chaise sculptural bench was designed by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton in the 1980s. It has been coined the undulatus bench as in waves. There is a feelin...
Stainless Steel
Chocolate Leather Bench by Brueton Industries
By Brueton
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Aluminum with chocolate leather bench by Brueton Industries. Bench measures 72" wide, 19" deep and 15" high.
Aluminum
Mid Century Post Modern Extra Long Black Leather Wave Bench by Breuton
By Brueton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extra long contemporary design produced by Brueton in the 1990's. It consists of a wavy design, black leather upholstery, and stainless steel legs. Leather has some small cuts and...
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 21.5 in W 54 in D 24 in
Brueton Vintage Undulatus Wave Chaise Bench with White Upholstery and Stainless
By Brueton, Stanley Jay Friedman
Located in North Miami, FL
This Brueton vintage backless and undulating wave chaise bench is very sculptural. It was designed by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton in the 80's and has...
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 21.5 in W 54 in D 24 in
Brueton Undulatus Silver Gray Boucle Upholstered Bench with Stainless Steel Legs
By Brueton, Stanley Jay Friedman
Located in North Miami, FL
This undulating wave sculptural bench or chaise lounge was designed by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton in the 80's. The name of the bench is called the undulatus bench. It is backle...
Stainless Steel
Brueton White and Stainless Steel Undulatus Wave Chaise Bench Vintage
By Brueton, Stanley Jay Friedman
Located in North Miami, FL
This backless and undulating sculptural upholstered wave chaise bench was designed by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton in the 80's. It has been totally re...
Stainless Steel
Geometric Bronze Finish Bench by Brueton Industries
By Brueton
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Geometric bronze finish bench by Brueton Industries, with step-ladder form legs, natural blend linen type fabric and patinated metal base. Very good c...
Metal
Brueton Chrome Base X-Bench in Midnight Blue Mohair
By Brueton
Located in Wilton, CT
Stunning one of a kind vintage piece. Using the Brueton base of a table, we've created a gorgeous modernist inspired X-bench. Simple upholstery defines a Minimalist look and the midn...
Chrome, Stainless Steel
Bruton Steel and Leather Bench
By Brueton
Located in Chicago, IL
Stainless steel bench with new leather upholstery.
Steel
Mid Century Chrome and Leather Bench by Brueton
By Brueton
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage bench with chrome legs and black leather tufted cushion. The piece is by Brueton and is labeled on the underside. Vintage condition with age appropriate wear; spotting on l...
Chrome
Large Leather Ottoman by Stanley Friedman for Brueton
By Brueton
Located in Dallas, TX
A large ottoman on polished stainless base with original blue leather. Designed by Stanley Friedman for Brueton. Very heavy and well made.