Defying design conventions and embracing all tastes, Bohemian style, or Boho style, is eclectic, bold and, above all, individual. Vintage Bohemian-style furniture and decor feature bright colors, natural materials and a global spirit, ranging from statement pieces such as peacock chairs constructed with wicker and handmade art-glass vases to jewel-toned plush seating like turquoise sofas.
Although Bohemian furniture is not rooted in a specific time and can include Victorian lamps alongside Space Age chairs, its name dates back to the 19th century. Its exact origins are unclear, with some sources linking it to a counterculture formed in the wake of the French Revolution and others to a pejorative for the Romani people in France who were erroneously believed to be from Bohemia, which was part of what is now the Czech Republic.
By the 1850s, “bohemian” was used to describe someone who led an itinerant life, usually an artist, actor or author. This helped shift the term from disparaging to something romantic and evoking creativity, culture and travel. In the 20th century, to be a bohemian was fashionable, and the celebration of free expression in the 1960s gave the Bohemian style a hippie flair. It has remained popular over the years, especially with younger generations seeking to express their personality and individual perspective through furniture, folk art, antiques and other collectibles.
A Bohemian interior exuberantly mixes textures and patterns, particularly through textiles from around the world in tapestries, rugs and upholstery. Bohemian decor can include Japanese shibori, Indonesian ikat and Kazakhstani suzani prints mingling with Moroccan lanterns, Turkish carpets and wall hangings from India. Saturated earthy colors like burnt orange and marigold yellow are common to bring together the mix of vintage, modern and global design.
Find a collection of vintage Bohemian tables, mirrors, rugs and carpets, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Mod Square Suede Ottoman by Made Goods, Off-White with Fringe, India
Located in Stamford, CT
A fun Mod style square off-white suede ottoman with floor length suede fringe. It is 17.5" square and 19" high. It was made in India by Made Goods. The suede is in nearly flawless co...
Upholstery, Wood, Suede
1970s Carved Gilt Wood Floral Rustic Bench
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan and smoked glass coffee table you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design ...
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Boho Chic Coastal Style Rattan Vanity Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage late 20th century Boho chic coastal style rattan vanity bench. Circa 1990s Features a off white rattan body with carved wooden details on the scrolled ends. In excellent ne...
Rattan, Twine
Rustic Lodge Style Solid Wood Slatted Bench with Log Frame and Natural Finish
Located in High Point, NC
This substantial solid wood bench embodies rustic lodge style with its simple, honest construction and natural organic character. Crafted with thick cylindrical log legs and supports...
Wood
1990s Lane Venture Blue Rattan Wicker Bench on Castors
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan blue bench you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is exhibited throug...
Upholstery, Rattan
Black Rattan Bench, 2 Persons, Boho Style
Located in Hamburg, DE
Decartiv black bench. It's made of rattan, originally white but has lacquered and second layer black. This vintage look perfectly complements the trendy Boho interior style. The bank...
Rattan
Vintage Coral Vinyl Faux Leather Cedar Lined Storage Bench Settee Nailhead Trim
Located in Topeka, KS
Beautiful cedar lined storage bench, settee, chest, or trunk comprised of coral vinyl or faux leather and brass nailhead trim. Wonderful original vi...
Faux Leather, Cedar
Antique Art Deco Rattan Bohemian Styled Bench with Cushion & Bolsters
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique bench is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Italy and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Boho style. The bench is composed of rattan with a caned seat. The sides and both front and back are accented with a combination of squares and circular rattan sections and comes with a colorful seat...
Rattan
1970s Sculptural Faux Bois Folk Art Frog Motifs Wrought Iron Rattan Settee Bench
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, sculptural, faux bois, wrought iron and rattan settee bench you could hope to find. In its original condition. Outstan...
Iron
Studio Made Bench in Steel, Leather, Tapestry Fabric
Located in Greensboro, NC
Studio Made Bench in Steel, Leather, Tapestry Fabric Truly unique and very well built steel bench with inset resin "gems", woven leather sides and tapestry fabric seat. 40 x 22 x 2...
Steel
$3,560Sale Price|20% Off
Bohemian Bamboo Sofa-Bed, Curved Design, 20th Century, Excellent
Located in Antwerp, BE
Oriental; bamboo; sofa-bed; daybed; 20th century; Bohemian; French; organic; curved; bench; A 20th-century oriental daybed made of bamboo, raised on f...
Bamboo
Solid Oak Mobley Bench in Natural Golden Finish
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Mobley bench in solid 1 3/4" oak using natural oils to give a golden finish Customizable to specifications.
Oak
$1,750
H 15.5 in W 34 in D 17 in
George Smith Kilim Upholstered Bench Boho Tribal Rug English Country Style 34"L
By George Smith
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Kilim Bench or Stool, by George Smith, England, circa 1990s. Signed with George Smith label underneath. Please see our other 1stdibs listings for other George Smith Kilim pie...
Tapestry, Upholstery, Wood
Italian Brutalist Carved Wood Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning carved wood bench from Italy, 1950s. Brutalist design with plank wood seat, lovely carved wood beam back and angled tapered legs. Original wood finish shows nice age and pat...
Wood
Stainless Steel Bench by Vladimir Kagan for Gucci, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A stunning modernist stainless steel bench designed by Vladimir Kagan for Gucci, 1990s. This versatile bench would work in any interior, wheth...
Stainless Steel
$2,392Sale Price|20% Off
H 18 in W 56 in D 32 in
Custom Made Iron Base Upholstered Ottoman or Bench from Vintage Turkish Rug
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom Made Bench ottoman by Bloom Home Inc. Size: 56”W x 32”D x 18”H Custom made metal base, and powder coated in a dark iron bronze finish. The upholstered top is from an antique or vintage turkish rug. Color: cream / gray / taupe / faded red / pink / with floral patter / vintage rug Content: wool / metal Firm foam topper, can be used as an end of the bed bench...
Iron
Indoor & Outdoor Low Profile Woven Black Rattan Bench
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This outdoor low profile woven black rattan bench offers a sleek, modern take on classic woven furniture. Crafted with a sturdy frame and tightly wrapped in black rattan. The elongat...
Rattan, Wood
Late 20th century hand carved teak decorator bench.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a late 20th century handcrafted teak decorator bench. This bench has a hand carved X design to the back with a soft curved arm. This long bench has a highly polished Amber to...
Wood
Vintage Boho Ticking Stripe Upholstered Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of timeless charm to your home with this elegant upholstered bench. Featuring a classic silhouette with graceful, low-slung arms, this piece is beautifully tailored...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$1,140 / item
H 16.93 in W 55.12 in D 13.78 in
Wired Bench, Minimal Handcrafted Three-Person Bench in Walnut and Black Steel
Located in beirut, LB
The wired bench is a minimal, handcrafted raw bench featuring solid wood seating and a steel frame. The wood is encased by a signature solid steel frame in ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$7,160 / item
H 16.93 in W 94.49 in D 17.72 in
Clothespin 94 Inches Cedar Bench with White Iron Spring, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2) Bench made of solid scented cedar worked from single blocks. It features a sculptured de...
Cedar
$1,595
H 22 in W 43.5 in D 17 in
Late 20th Century Provincial Style Fruitwood and Caned Seat Upholstered Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 20th Century French Provincial style two-Seater Bench featuring a medium-tone Fruitwood frame with carved patterns and Cane seat with a button-tufted cushion in light pink uph...
Cane, Fruitwood
Beautiful Rattan & Bamboo Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning small rattan & bamboo bench having curved ends and lovely shape. Well made and beautiful.
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Rattan Bench, Italy, 1960s
Located in Charmes, FR
Rattan bench with brass finish. Mid-century period. Excellent condition, no faults to report.
Bamboo, Rattan
Live Edge Bench
Located in Jacksonville Beach, FL
Bleached Free Form Bench I Fallen timber has been hand sawn, sanded and assembled to be repurposed into a beautiful bench. The piece expresses its character with various unique feat...
Teak
Reclaimed Antique Wooden Bench
Located in Jacksonville Beach, FL
Solid wood is reclaimed and repurposed into an organic work of functional art. This bench features an unique silhouette while remaining comfortable. The reclaimed nature of the bench...
Teak
Antique 1926 Pine Eastern European Storage Bench with Original Paint
Located in Centennial, CO
A charming antique pine Eastern European (likely Hungarian) long storage bench with skillfully painted floral and grain painted decoration. The paint is original to the bench and it ...
Pine, Paint
Handsome Bamboo Bench with Custom Cushion
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage bamboo bench with custom made cushion. Beautifully constructed with an interesting lattice style fretwork on the siding. Bench is lightweight but still very sturdy. The latti...
Upholstery, Bamboo
Sculptural Scroll Rattan Mini Bench Side Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan mini bench or side table you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is ex...
Rattan
Gorgeous Bamboo Bohemian French Bench 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1960s French Mid-Century Modern bench, the organic beauty of the bamboo materials is timeless and classic, making bamboo furniture incredibly versatile. The bench is in per...
Bamboo
Natural German Carved Country Farmhouse Bench in Oak
Located in Voorburg, NL
This lovely, rare country farm oak bench was found in the south of Germany. These types of benches were commonplace in German and Eastern Europe farmhouses early 20th century. Hand c...
Oak
Vintage Italian Bamboo Sofa with Cushions from the 1970s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Italian Bamboo Sofa with Cushions from the 1970s Discover the charm of a bygone era with this beautiful Italian bamboo sofa from the 1970s. This stylish sofa is not only an...
Fabric, Bamboo
Vintage Rattan Bench - French Design, 1970s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Rattan Bench - French Design, 1970s Discover the charm of a bygone era with this beautiful vintage rattan bench, an authentic piece fro...
Bamboo
Late 19th to Early 20th Century Oriental Rug Upholstered Bench
Located in Middleburg, VA
Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century Bench with Oriental rug Upholstery and Brass Nail Heads Measures: 17" H, 36" W, 11" D.
Upholstery, Wood
Horn Bench by French Designer Michel Haillard, 20th Century
By Michel Haillard
Located in Hamburg, PA
A large exotic and rustic horn bench with ormolu hardware. This amazing bench was designed and made by Michel Haillard of France. Intertwining horns, b...
Brass