Dutch Benches

Dom Hans van der Laan, bench, lacquered pine, copper, the Netherlands, 1975 This bench was conceived in 1975 by Dutch Benedictine monk and architect Dom Hans van der Laan for a priv...

An exceptionally rare Dutch Baroque hall bench, or halbank, dating from circa 1720 - 1740, executed in solid carved oak and closely following the decorative language associated with Daniel Marot (1661–1752). A highly unusual survivor from the Dutch Baroque interior - sculptural and exuberantly carved, yet exceptionally intimate in scale. The hall bench (halbank) is a distinctly Dutch type of furniture that became fashionable around 1700, when the entrance halls of prosperous Dutch houses developed into increasingly important representative spaces. In the grand canal houses and patrician townhouses of cities such as Amsterdam, these halls were often furnished quite sparingly, allowing a small number of impressive objects, such as a standing clock, console or richly carved bench, to become part of the architecture itself. The finest hall benches were therefore conceived more as sculptural elements for an interior than as functional seating. Their elaborate carving echoed the carved woodwork, stucco decoration and architectural ornament found elsewhere in the house. Surviving examples are rare, particularly those retaining such an extensive and sophisticated carved decoration. The development of this type of furniture is closely connected with the enormous influence of Daniel Marot, the French Huguenot architect, engraver and designer who settled in the Netherlands and became court designer to Stadholder-King William III of Orange. Marot introduced the grandeur and ornamental vocabulary of the French Louis XIV court to the Netherlands, adapting it to Dutch architecture and interiors. His designs for furniture, interiors, architecture and gardens circulated widely through engravings and provided an important source of inspiration for Dutch craftsmen well into the 18th century. This particular bench is best described as “after Daniel Marot”, referring to this strong stylistic and ornamental connection. The design is remarkably elaborate. The high pierced back is constructed around a strongly symmetrical composition of latticework, sweeping C- and S-scrolls, flowers, acanthus leaves, scrolling foliage and deeply carved ornamental strapwork. At its centre is a charming figurative panel depicting what appears to be a leaping stag or deer in a landscape, positioned above a small shield. Large scrolling elements rise above and around this central motif, while carved rosettes and foliage punctuate the open latticework. The sculptural treatment continues throughout the bench. The arms sweep forward in powerful scrolling curves, the seat rail is carved with continuous foliage, and the pierced apron below forms an almost lace-like sequence of scrolling ornament. Particularly striking are the broad panelled front supports, each decorated with a large flowering foliate motif carved in relief against a textured ground and framed by a dramatic inward-curving scroll. Despite the extraordinary amount of decoration, the bench has unusually modest proportions. At only 98 cm wide, it is considerably smaller than the monumental hall benches normally associated with this tradition, yet it incorporates virtually all of their architectural and ornamental vocabulary. This compact scale is one of its most intriguing characteristics. It strongly suggests that the bench was made as a specific commission for a particular position within a sophisticated private interior, rather than as a conventional large hall bench. It possesses the visual presence of a much larger piece while occupying remarkably little space. Literature: The Schermerhorn Collection: Important Dutch Furniture and Sculpture, Christie’s Amsterdam, 29 September 1999, pp. 8–14, with an essay by Amjad Rauf discussing the history and development of the Dutch hall bench...

Stunning and elegant Brutalist Rustic small bench. Striking Dutch design from the 1960s. Solid oak frames which can be dismantled for safe transport. This wonderful Brutalist Rustic ...

Solid wood slats in olive green run horizontally across tubular metal X-frame folding legs on these Dutch Army benches, offered as a pair. Each bench featur...

Magnificent and ultra rare Gothic Revival high back hall bench. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid oak frame with original hand-carved elements in the back and the sides! Un...

Handmade needlepoint gives this antique bench the appearance of a miniature historic tapestry, with flowers, fruit, birds, a rabbit, a monkey and other small animals worked across a ...

A characterful early 20th-century Dutch wooden bench, executed in a restrained Arts and Crafts style. This beautifully proportioned piece features a tall slatted back, broad flat arm...

Created in the 19th century during the great European Renaissance Revival, this Dutch carved oak hall bench reflects a period when designers and craftsmen deliberately looked back to...

Stacking gymnastics bench of Dutch school origin, constructed from planked oak and teak with a natural leather cushion top. The frame comprises three interlocking sections secured by...

Gerrit Rietveld and interior designer J. Tricht, bench, faux-leather, metal, the Netherlands, 1965 This bench was originally designed for a local bank in Dedemsvaart, The Netherland...

Dom Hans van der Laan, bench, copper, steel, the Netherlands, 1960s Designed by Dutch Benedictine monk and architect Dom Hans van der Laan, this bench was initially conceived for th...

Handmade needlepoint gives this antique bench the rich surface of a small tapestry, with an allover floral design worked in the millefleurs tradition against a deep blue ground. Insp...

A rhythmic interplay of volumes and voids. The Fenestra collection is inspired by Brick Expressionism, the architectural movement visible in Amsterdam’s ‘South Plan’ area - the city ...

An 18th Century oak hall sofa, bench, settee, Dutch An 18th Century oak hall sofa, bench, settee with sledge legs and armrests The hall bench is made wi...

Rare Gothic bench with top quality carved, church letter panel and more. This beautifully hand carved, oak church bench from the early 1900s is in ...

Stunning and elegant extra large Art Nouveau hall bench. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Original elm and beech base with six original wooden legs and six original wooden seats...

Marvelous high end design Dutch Art Deco sofa designed & produced by Pander 1930 in Burl Walnut. Exquisite Art Deco design lines & both sides of ...

Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School bench or sofa. Design by Daniël van Dorp for Gebroeders Reens Amsterdam. Solid macassar ebony and original macassar ebony venee...

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School three seat bench. Design by Willem Penaat. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak three-seat bench with decorative hand-carv...

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Haagse School bench or sofa. Design by Willem Penaat for Metz & Co. Amsterdam Striking Dutch design from the 1930s. Solid oak frame with black lacquered...

Rare Dutch Modern Solid Large teak Brutalist Slatted bench. Nice solid wood Bench great Dutch woodworking. Great for entryway hallway or bedroom. Shows normal wear from use and age. ...

After a beginning as a furnitures restorer in Italy, and more than seven years of experience in metalworking as an assistant of Valentin Loellmann, Christian specialized in merging t...

The Cadence bench is inspired by the simplicity and power of the rhythmic stepped brickwork visible in the architecture of Amsterdam's 'South Plan' area; the city development plan de...

Woven Short Bench 70 by Max Lipsey Dimensions: D 54 x W 70 x H 46 cm. Materials: Steel, Kvadrat canvas, and fabric. Custom with Kvadrat Canvas and RAL colors...

Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Bench for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s This mid-century modern bench, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt for Artifort in the 1960s, is the perfect addit...

Woven rush bench by Dutch designer, Wim Den Boon c.1950's, Netherlands. The long bench features a solid beech wood frame with a woven rush seat. Dimensions 60" width x 22" depth x 1...

Large Dutch armless oak slat bench with original black skai cushion. Can be used with or without back cushions. Beautifully built, heavy and handsome piece. In original condition wit...

Antique Dutch marquetry mahogany single bed with colorful inlay. The side parts were made of walnut and have the same hand carvings as the headboard and the footboard. Very extraord...

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern C683 sofa or bench. Design by Kho Liang Le for Artifort. Striking Dutch design from the 1960s. Re-upholstered with blue Manchester corduroy fabric. Origi...

A minimal design bench in the manner of Wim Rietveld. The bench still has it's original black skai leather upholstery from the 1950's

The Brut collection takes cues from Brutalism and Amsterdam School architecture. A balance of raw materiality and subdued forms with geometrically expressive detailing. The Brut benc...

After a beginning as a furnitures restorer in Italy, and more than seven years of experience in metalworking as an assistant of Valentin Loellmann, Christian specialized in merging t...

Dom Hans van der Laan, bench, lacquered pine, steel, the Netherlands, 1960s Designed by Dutch Benedictine monk and architect Dom Hans van der Laan, this bench was initially conceive...

Bench in Solid Oak and Wengé by Dutch Wood Artist ‘1337 Furniture’ This wonderful piece was handcrafted by Dutch wood artist Bouke Meeuwis, also known as ‘1337 Furniture’. Timeless...

A characterful antique wooden bench with a beautifully aged and authentic appearance. The bench features a long solid wooden seat supported by distinctive sculptural legs, giving the...

A rhythmic interplay of volumes and voids. The Fenestra collection is inspired by Brick Expressionism, the architectural movement visible in Amsterdam’s ‘South Plan’ area - the city ...

Long bench designed by Nico van der Laan for the Pauluskerk, Dongen, The Netherlands, 1967. This exceptional and rare bench embodies the serene power and precision that define the ar...

The Brut collection takes cues from Brutalism and Amsterdam School architecture. A balance of raw materiality and subdued forms with geometrically expressive detailing. The Brut Slim...

After a beginning as a furnitures restorer in Italy, and more than seven years of experience in metalworking as an assistant of Valentin Loellmann, Christian specialized in merging t...

Large natural leather gymnasium mat mounted on new cast iron caster wheels with brakes. The mat carries a full-size bed footprint, with softly rounded edges and a thick padded body c...

The Cadence bench is inspired by the simplicity and power of the rhythmic stepped brickwork visible in the architecture of Amsterdam's 'South Plan' area; the city development plan de...

The project ’Tralucid' aims to build architectural objects from simple transparent building blocks, highlighting the internal structures. The objects are designed to naturally interact with light sources and cast sharp and soft patterned shadows into the room surrounding it. At the same time the objects have the power to blend into any surrounding and magnify the interior with a colourful statement. Unless stated otherwise the mentioned price is for a frosted surface finish. It is possible to produce most pieces with a polished, glass-like surface finish, this option will increase the price by 20%. Laurids...

An antique Dutch hall bench or pianist bench, dating to around 1900–1910. This bench is made in Louis XV style, with graceful cabriole legs, a dark-st...

The Adjacencies Bench is a study in simplicity, craftsmanship, and proportion, designed to bring understated elegance to contemporary interiors. Made to order from natural French Oa...

After a beginning as a furnitures restorer in Italy, and more than seven years of experience in metalworking as an assistant of Valentin Loellmann, Christian specialized in merging t...

The project ’Tralucid' aims to build architectural objects from simple transparent building blocks, highlighting the internal structures. The objects are designed to naturally intera...

This rare 3-seater sofa is a combination of designs by Tjerk Reijenga and Friso Kramer, produced by Pilastro in 1965. The seat was designed by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel 1959 ...

Bespoke Scandinavian Modern bench custom upholstered in dense forest green sheepskins. Bench rests on sold cherry frame and seat crown has a slightly quilted effect. Mint restored.

The project ’Tralucid' aims to build architectural objects from simple transparent building blocks, highlighting the internal structures. The objects are designed to naturally intera...

Woven Long Bench 190 by Max Lipsey Dimensions: D 54 x W 190 x H 46 cm. Materials: Steel, Kvadrat canvas, and fabric. Custom with Kvadrat Canvas and RAL colors. Custom lengths in 20c...

The project ’Tralucid' aims to build architectural objects from simple transparent building blocks, highlighting the internal structures. The objects are designed to naturally intera...

The "Oase" sofa, designed by the legendary Wim Rietveld for Ahrend de Cirkel, is a piece of mid-century modern furniture that has been celebrated for its timeless design and extraord...

Bench Duet grace GB03 designed by Peter Ghyzcy. Fabric Z/04 (Q3) Measures: L 90 x W 50 x H 43 Upholstered bench on a slender metal frame. A light weight construction, easy to pick ...

Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Bench for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s This midcentury four-seat bench, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt for Artifort in the 1960s, would be a great addition to any office or waiting area. The modular seating system is made with cast aluminium leg frames and base plates that can be mounted on a steel beam set diagonally. This bench is in excellent condition with minor wear and tear that is consistent with its age and use. There are three black leather chairs with padded seats, totaling approximately 232 cm in length, 82 cm in height, and a seat height of 46 cm. The leather is in good used condition, and the legs and mounting clamps under the seats are made of sturdy aluminum, while the black supporting beam is made of thick steel. These chairs have a rich history, having been previously used for decades at a German airport and later in the waiting area of a Düsseldorf doctor's office. They are ideal for representative medical practices, law firms, or as lounge furniture in the commercial or private sector. Choosing used midcentury Furniture...

Ruud Jan Kokke elm wooden slat bench or coffeetable, very rare, 100x40x40 cm Designed by Ruud-Jan Kokke, one of the most bespoken Dutch designers since the 1980s. Kokke is a Dutch d...

The old school is based on the traditionally known furniture in Dutch schools. Due to its clean and elegant lines, it fits into any environment. The Old School is in place both in th...

The Cadence bench is inspired by the simplicity and power of the rhythmic stepped brickwork visible in the architecture of Amsterdam's 'South Plan' area; the city development plan de...

The Cadence bench is inspired by the simplicity and power of the rhythmic stepped brickwork visible in the architecture of Amsterdam's 'South Plan' area; the city development plan de...

After a beginning as a furnitures restorer in Italy, and more than seven years of experience in metalworking as an assistant of Valentin Loellmann, Christian specialized in merging t...

Created by Cor de Ree during a period marked by a break from traditional creative conventions, this sculptural bench combines unconventional materials and bold forms that challenge t...