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
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
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
$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
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
Caucasian Rug Upholstered Bench, Hand-Woven Bohemian Style
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a unique design of a multi-functional bench upholstered, unexpectedly, in a large antique Caucasian flat weave bag/basket with multiple woven rings or loops that most probabl...
Textile, Wood
Caucasian Rug Upholstered Bench, Hand Woven Bohemian Style
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a unique design of a multi-functional bench upholstered, unexpectedly, in a large Caucasian flat weave bag or basket with the bottom of the bag forming the top seat covering....
Textile, Wood
Vintage Handcrafted Textile and Wood Animal Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring a sense of artistry and whimsy to your interior with this vintage handcrafted animal bench, a delightful example of folk art craftsmanship. Constructed with solid wooden legs a...
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vintage Rattan and Leather Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage rattan and leather bench exemplifies a thoughtful balance of natural materials and timeless design, evoking the relaxed sophistication of mid-century organic modern inte...
Leather, 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
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
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
$8,018Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 81.5 in D 44.1 in
Modern Unfinished Curved Sofa, Pearl Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Unfinished Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Unfinished curved sofa pushes the boundaries of contemporary design, celebrating organic beauty and masterful craftsmanship through a daring yet graceful form. Created for those who embrace the unconventional, its sculptural silhouette blurs the line between art and function. A true work of visionary design, the Unfinished curved sofa invites a fresh perspective on modern luxury, where authenticity meets uncompromising comfort. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Unfinished Sofa...
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
New Black Wrought Iron Bench with Arms and Back
Located in Miami, FL
A wonderful French wrought iron Baguès style bench with lattice seat and scrolled arms. Cushion included.
Iron
Art Deco Style Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Art Deco Style Bench, a bold statement with a handsome tight back design featuring curved corners set upon a reeded carved frame and tapered legs. Dimensions: 55" W x 20" D x 24" H ...
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage-Style Pearl Leather Trunk Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Vintage-style pearl leather trunk bench. A fully functional trunk that hinges open to reveal storage. The padded leather exterior makes it a great bench ...
Leather, Wood
$3,301 / set
H 27.17 in W 36.23 in D 81.11 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Pair of Bamboo and Wicker Sofa Beds, 1960s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian pair of bamboo and wicker sofa beds or single beds. The beds need a mattress of cm. 85 x 190 (Standard Italian single bed size).
Bamboo, Rattan
William and Mary Style Mahogany Storage Blanket Chest and Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
A William and Mary Style Mahogany Storage Blanket Chest and Bench MEASUREMENTS: 49.75″ wide x 19" Dx 23.5″ in height . Seat height is 18.5"
Mahogany
Walnut Cedar Lined Mid-Century Modern Hope Chest by Lane
By Lane Acclaim
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut cedar lined hope chest.
Walnut, Cedar
Santa Rosa Bench in White Oak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Santa Rosa bench is a simple piece of seating for the well appointed interior. Its clean lines, hand turned base, and wedged through tenons amount to a design that is at home in ...
Oak, Walnut
$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
Lane Cedar Lined Cherry Upholstered Storage Bench Blanket Chest
Located in Germantown, MD
A Lane Altavista Cedar Lined Cherry upholstered seat storage bench or blanket chest in good vintage condition. Panelized front with two faux drawers mounte...
Brass
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
French Provincial Style Curved Bench Recamier New Upholstery
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice vintage newly upholstered recamier or love seat w/ art nouveau paint decorated elements.
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Indian Damchiya Bench trunk in Patinated Teak Carved Wood
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique Imported Indian Damchiya Bench , a unique distressed green finish, with hidden compartment imported from India 30 years ago, and never used sav...
Teak
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 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