French Provincial Benches
FRENCH PROVINCIAL STYLE
Removed from the fashions of the court, French Provincial style developed in the provinces of the country, such as Provence, Normandy, the Loire Valley and Bordeaux. Dating to the 17th and 18th centuries, French Provincial furniture was not as ostentatious as the designs being produced for the royal palaces, but elegant S-shape cabriole legs and ornate carvings elevated the sturdy chairs, sofas, tables and bedroom furniture intended for everyday use.
Although it varies by region, antique French Provincial furniture is unified by solid construction and an artisanal attention to design. While this furniture often followed the metropolitan trends — including the Rococo or neoclassical aesthetics of Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI — since it was produced in the French countryside it was more subdued with nods to its rustic settings.
Local materials like fruitwoods, oak, beech and walnut were used to construct large French Provincial armoires for storage and comfortable armchairs with rush-woven seats. Wrought-iron elements and carvings like floral details and scallop patterns were common as ornamentation. Furniture was frequently painted white or other muted colors that coordinated with gilt and would acquire a patina of age over time. Other wood was just stained with vibrant fabric such as toile de Jouy, which sometimes depicted pastoral scenes, adding color as upholstery.
The style arrived in the United States after World War I, with soldiers returning home wanting furniture like what they had seen in the rural homes and castles of France. In Grand Rapids, Michigan, designer John Widdicomb split from his family business, the Widdicomb Furniture Company, and had been focusing on Louis XV– and French Provincial–style furnishings since the early 1900s. Other American manufacturers such as Baker, Drexel, Henredon and Thomasville also responded to demand. Today antique French Provincial pieces and reproductions continue to be popular.
Find a collection of antique French Provincial dining tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: French Provincial
Antique Period French Provincial Carved Walnut Bench Coffer Late 18th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 18th Century French Provincial Carved Walnut Coffer Bench, having a hinged rectangular top, above a carved paneled walnut front, and rising on a molded base. Hardwood constructi...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Walnut
Painted Pine French Farmhouse Long Bench c. 1900
Located in London, GB
This charming painted Pine French Farmhouse long bench from the 1930's is a beautiful addition to any home. Made from sturdy pine wood, this bench exudes rustic charm with its distre...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Pine, Paint
18th Century Pine Long Benches
Located in Billingshurst, GB
A pair of 18th century long pine benches. Good seat size and all sturdy. Good colour and patina.
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Pine
Mid 20th Century French Country Mahogany Adjustable Piano Stool Foyer Bench Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
A lovely French inspired piano bench. Made from mahogany with rolled arms and adjustable seat. Features a unique adjustable mechanism with iron pins and spring that you pull out to...
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Benches
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage French Provincial Slatted Pine Bench Seating
Located in Trensacq, FR
French Provincial pine benches from the South West region of France C1980.
These simple but stylish, artisan-made wooden 'bancs' sit easily in almost any setting. At over five feet l...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Pine
French country wicker rush and ladderback painted oak wood bench, 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A wicker rush and oak wood ladder back Provençal painted bench, 20th century. Probably circa early 1950s. Featuring spindle and painted cerise detail. Fabulous indoors or as an outdo...
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20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wicker, Oak, Paint
1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Bench or Side Accent Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern bench that can be used as side accent or coffee table, perfect in any entry hallway as well as in front of a sofa or under an important pai...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Benches
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Custom Storage Bench "Baxter" by foley&cox HOME
Located in Hudson, NY
Custom storage bench on plinth base with leather pull hardware. Shown in medium walnut and upholstered in a natural linen fabric. Also available in white or black lacquer, light ceru...
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2010s American French Provincial Benches
Materials
Metal
Antique French Country Farmhouse Pine Wood Low Side Table Bench w/ Drawer - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Country Farmhouse Pine Wood Low Side Table Benches w/ Drawer - Pair. Item features solid wood construction, distressed antiqued finish, single drawer with iron hardwar...
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Benches
Materials
Pine
Antique French Breton Bench Settee Entry Hall Brittany Carved Oak Banquette
Located in Tyler, TX
Highly carved oak antique French Breton bench or settee with lift top seat~~c. 1880s
Classic French Breton design~~Breton (sometimes known as Brittany) furniture originated in late ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Oak
Vintage French Country Provincial Mahogany Wood Lift Top Storage Piano Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Country Provincial Mahogany Wood Lift Top Storage Piano Bench with Cabriole Legs. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 19" H x 37" W x 16" D.
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Bench Ottoman Stool in Walnut New Upholstered in Vintage French Linen
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Provincial Walnut Stool Ottoman with vintage linen upholstery, France, 1930s
A Turn of the century backless carved walnut bench or stool raised on four scroll ended legs.
This stylish ottoman has a clean classical design with the counterpoint of the rustic accent of the new upholstery with french vintage linen fabric.
This bench is in fully restored condition, structurally sound. Re-upholstered with a vintage french linen fabric...
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20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Wood, Walnut
French 50's bench in massive oak
Located in LYON, FR
Maison Lecan offers you this fully restored and varnished farm bench. From the 50s, it has a pretty veining and will fit perfectly into many interior decorations. Note that its legs ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Benches
Materials
Oak
Large C19th Provencal Cherry Wood Rush Seat Bench
Located in London, GB
Large C19th Provencal cherry wood rush seat bench.
Beautiful French settle in a deep, warm finish with wonderfully smooth aged patina. In excellent, solid condition with minor and a...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Rush, Cherry
Hand-carved French Linen Vanity Bench
Located in Malibu, CA
Hand carved Italian dressing table bench.
New upholstery in heavy weight Belgian linen with self-welt.
Gently curved legs hand painted & accented ...
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Early 20th Century Italian French Provincial Benches
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
TALL Antique French Louis XV Bench Settle Pew Carved Tiger Oak Chest Foyer Entry
Located in Shreveport, LA
TALL Antique French Louis XV Bench Settle Pew Carved Tiger Oak Chest Foyer Entry Piece.
Direct from France, a stunning antique French hall bench...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Oak
Early 1900 French Garden Bench with Dragons and Arrows
Located in amstelveen, NL
Garden bench, France, 1900
Fantastic early 1900 garden bench with dragons and arrows in cast iron. The original wooden planks serve as the seat and seatback, covered with many coats...
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Early 1900s European Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Iron
Antique Country French Hall Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Hall Bench will add a touch of provincial flair to any room or hallway, plus the added convenience of a place to sit, and even a bit of storage under the seat,...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Oak
Pair of oak monastic community benches, France, early 20th century
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Pair of farm/monastic community benches.
Rustic / French provincial style.
France, early 20th century.
Good condition.
Dimensions:
height 46 cm
width 220 cm
depth 30 cm
Weight: 40...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wood, Oak
Decorator Wrought Iron Scrolling French Country Style Gray Lattice Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Decorator Wrought Iron Scrolling French Country Style Gray Lattice Bench. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 20" H x 39" W x 20" D x 19" Seat Height.
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Country Painted Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Our antique replica made with recycled pine, gives you a casual look. The X brace legs are joined by a metal stretcher with a nice finial capping the ends. Grey painted with a white ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wood
Antique French Provincial Bench With Mohair Seat
Located in Chicago, IL
An antique French provincial bench featuring a black painted wood frame with an arched ladder back, curved arms and stretcher details. The seat...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Mohair, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Carved Walnut French Country Vanity Bench with Tufted Silk
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique French Country style vanity bench, unbranded. Solid walnut, light pink color button tufted silk fabric upholstered seat, carved apron & knees, curved legs, and scroll feet...
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19th Century American Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Walnut, Silk
Antique Joerns Bros Kidney Bean 6 Leg French Provincial Vanity Bench Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Joerns Bros Kidney Bean 6 Leg French Provincial Vanity Bench Seat. Item features a carved stretcher base, brown painted finish, tapered legs, upholstered seat, very nice vint...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of French Tufted Benches with cabriole legs
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of tufted French Louis XV style benches. There are beautiful carved details throughout. The bench stands on four cabriole legs that end in rams head feet. They are upholstered i...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wood
Louis XV Carved Wood and Cane Bench
Located in Miami, FL
French Provincial Louis XV Style hand-crafted carved wood and cane bench. The natural wood frame is hand-carved and features shell details and 6 cabriole legs joined by shaped stretc...
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20th Century Spanish French Provincial Benches
Materials
Cane, Wood
French Box Bench
Located in Faversham, GB
A charming box bench of diminutive proportions in pine with remnants of white and pink paint on the seat and sides.
The ample-sized box has a slatted backrest and two low arms and i...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Pine, Paint
19th Country French Provincial Painted Bench or Footstool
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming late 19th century country French provincial bench seat or footstool featuring a lacquer painted finish. The carved wood frame has serp...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bretton Oak Bench, Hall Seat with Shoe Cupboard This is a great piece for Hall
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Bretton Oak Bench, Hall Seat with Shoe Cupboard
This is a great piece for a hall way where storage space may be difficult, the bench is made with a curved end and a long seat that o...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Louis XV Style Flame Stitch 6 Leg Bench
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Antique Late 19th Century Louis XV Style Flame Stitch 6 Leg Bench
Rococo Style 6 Leg Supported Walnut Curvilinear Frame with Carved Flowers, Flame Stitch ...
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Walnut
Vintage French Baroque Carved Wood Bench
Located in Houston, TX
This updated vintage French bench is a stunning example of timeless elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. Crafted from solid carved hardwood, its intricate baroque details add an ex...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
French Caned Carved Walnut Bench
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Classic French bench features beautifully carved walnut with a caned seat and back.
Mid-20th century
Comfortably seats two.
Dimensions: 47" L x 21" D x 34" H Seat height: 15".
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Benches
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Pair of Spanish Benches Massive Beech, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Spanish pair of benches made in 1960.
The legs of the benches as well as the edges of the seats have been worked to give a brutalist style.
In original vintage condition, sound and s...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Beech
Mid 20th Century Walnut French Country Bench Footstool - A
Located in Charlotte, NC
A French Country style bench footstool, unbranded, similar quality to Henredon. Walnut with a distressed finish, yellow, blue, pink, green, ...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid 20th Century Walnut French Country Bench Footstool - B
Located in Charlotte, NC
A French Country style bench footstool, unbranded, similar quality to Henredon. Walnut with a distressed finish, yellow, blue, pink, green, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Antique French Solid Walnut Benches or Dining Seats with Backs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great pair of antique walnut wood benches from France. Simple and timeless design with thick wood seat and beautiful wood legs and open wood ...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Gilt Wood Bench
Located in New York, NY
A circa late 19th century gilt wood French bench
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of French Antique Style Farmhouse Benches Massive Pine, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pair of benches made in 1930.
Thoses benches come from a farmhouse in the South of Bordeaux.
In original antique condition sound and soli...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Pair of French Carved Benches With Antique Fortuny Fabric
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French Carved Benches With Antique Fortuny Fabric. The legs are beautifully carved.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique French Handmade Brutalist Oak & Cognac Leather Castle Bench, 1920s
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
Antique Castle Bench in thick Cognac leather and oak wood. It was handmade in France in the late twenties. Handmade only from wood and leather. The patina...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Leather, Oak
French Pine Bench
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A very long French armless pine bench from the turn of the 20th century. The hardwood is very smooth with a fine patina. The back has a comfortable sl...
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20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
French Provincial Style Bench w/ Rush Seat & Leather Cushion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Provincial style ladder back settee w/ leather cushion & rush seat. The bench stand on six straight legs connected by bottom stretchers. Car...
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Benches
Materials
Leather, Maple
Antique French Country Paint Decorated Bench with Down Filled Cushion
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French Country Paint Decorated Bench with Down Filled Cushion
Additional information:
Materials: Feather, Paint, Wood
Color: Green...
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Early 19th Century Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wood
Pair of French Rococo Style Side Tables or Stools
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of French Louis XV style painted side tables or stools with upholstered top. Use as stools for extra seating. Rococo Style grey painted...
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20th Century French Provincial Benches
Materials
Wood
Pair of Foot Stools in Walnut and Leather Seat with Tacks
Located in Miami, FL
The structure forms a rectangular form with both sides of the base intersecting and supporting each other. The seats are natural cowhide and attached to the frame by large round bron...
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20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Bronze
Antique Cast Stone Bench on Pedestals
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast stone garden bench. Slight curve seat sits on two pedestals with carvings.
Beautiful aged patina adding elegance to any garden space or e...
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20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Cast Stone
French Bench in Pine, Perriand Spirit, 1970's
Located in LYON, FR
Bench from Les Arcs station in France. Wood : pine. In the style and the period of Charlotte Perriand. The plate has been refinished and the feet kept their original patina.
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Benches
Materials
Pine
Pair of 19th Century Country French Provincial Farmhouse Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of late 19th century country French provincial farmhouse bench seats crafted from fruitwood. These harvest benches feature a 1.5-inch thick...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fruitwood
French Linen Upholstered Bench C. 1940's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming petite French Provincial style bench that is newly upholstered in Belgium linen and detailed with brass nailheads.
Category
1940s Vintage French Provincial Benches
Materials
Brass
Oak Sofa by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Amazing French half round sofa by the famous duo Guillerme et Chambron from the 1960s. Guillerme et Chambron represent a significant moment in French m...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Oak
18th Century Chest or Coffer Carved Oak, End of Bed French Provincial
Located in Labrit, Landes
Coffer or chest French 18th century carved oak
French Provincial Country House
Very decorative and full of character
Decorated with geometrical motifs
This chest has the ideal si...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Oak
Vintage French Provincial Yellow Painted Cabriole Leg Vanity Bench Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Provincial yellow painted cabriole leg vanity bench seat. Item features wood and molded plastic frame, upholstered seat, cabriole legs,...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Benches
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Wood
19th Century French Empire Reclining Arm Bench Recamier Carved Old Distressed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
19th Century French Empire reclining arm bench recamier carved old distressed finish.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century Bench in Turner's Chairs Style French Provincial Baluster Bench
Located in Labrit, Landes
French provincial hall baluster bench, late 18th century
In the turner's chairs style,
Open arms with inset turnings, carved beech
Attractive settle...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Beech
1950s Painted Green and Carved Silver Gilt Venetian Bench
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1950s painted green and silver gilt Venetian bench. It is a wonderful transitional piece that can work from the foot of the bed to a hall or a formal living room...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Poplar
Late 19th Century French Bench Provincial Oak High Back, circa 1890
Located in Labrit, Landes
French high back bench, circa 1890 to be recovered
French Provincial hand carved oak
In good antique condition with minor signs of use for its age, the upholstery is in good condit...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Chestnut
Bench, Pair 18th Century, French, Vernacular, Provincial, Elm, Trestle
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Single plank tops, lovely shaped ends on trestle feet. Exceptional original color and patina.
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1780s European Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Elm
Pair of 19th Century French Cherry Benches
Located in High Point, NC
19th century pair of cherry benches from France. They are simply constructed with exposed mortises, and have wonderfully turned bases. One seat has a slight bow from age. The seat de...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Benches
Materials
Cherry
French Provincial benches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial benches for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial benches made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include Guillerme et Chambron, and John Hall. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $8,950 while the average work can sell for $2,190.
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