Mid Century Modern Sheepskin Upholstered Bench
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid Century Modern Sheepskin Upholstered Bench.
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Mid Century Modern Sheepskin Upholstered Bench
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid Century Modern Sheepskin Upholstered Bench.
Wood
Greek Klismos Bench with Woven Rope Seat in the style of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Troy, MI
Klismos bench attributed to T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings USA circa 1960's Black lacquered wood frame with dramatic saber legs and exposed pegged joinery Handwoven rope seat with wrapped d...
Rope, Wood, Lacquer
Pierre Chapo 'L09' Bench in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, bench, 'L09', oak and fabric, France, 1960s This piece is an early edition designed by Pierre Chapo, known for his commitment to pure and clean design and construction...
Fabric, Elm
Vico Magistretti 'Carimate' Bench in Red Stained Wood and Straw
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti, ‘Carimate’ bench stained beech, straw, Italy, design 1963 This bench belongs to the 'Carimate' line, one of Vico Magistretti’s most well-known furniture series. Ch...
Straw, Beech
Odyssey Bench Series 48 in Espresso Walnut by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Odyssey Bench Available in four standard sizes: Series 48, Series 60, Series 72, and Series 96, with custom sizing also available. The Odyssey Bench is a sculptural study in moveme...
Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Bench in Dedar Lilaz Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Contemporary Bench inspired of 1960s style. The bench consist of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. Bench was design...
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
1950's Brass And Crushed Velvet French Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
1950's solid brass French ottoman newly re-upholstered in crushed velvet, the brass is in vintage original condition, with some wear and patina due to age and use.
Brass
Dom Hans der Laan Bench in Pine and Copper
Located in Waalwijk, NL
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...
Copper
$14,700 / item
Mid-Century Long Benches in Oak and Straw
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Benches, straw, oak, Europe, 1950s An impressive set of comfortable long benches, measuring an exceptional 3.5 meters in width, combining simplicity with striking presence. Crafted...
Straw, Oak
Odyssey Bench Series 72 in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Odyssey Bench Available in four standard sizes: Series 48, Series 60, Series 72, and Series 96, with custom sizing also available. The Odyssey Bench is a sculptural study in moveme...
Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Bench in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bench, walnut, faux leather, Europe, 1950s This European bench from the 1950s combines a walnut frame with black faux leather upholstery. The design is straightforward and functiona...
Faux Leather, Walnut
William Westenhaver for Witco Bench in Black Faux Leather & Carved Cedar
By William Westenhaver / Witco, Witco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by William Westenhaver, he made this bench for his company, Western International Trading Co. in the 1960s. His pieces were revolutionary in the world of Tiki, blending its ...
Wood, Cedar
Linear Bench in Special Walnut Series 96 by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Linear Bench is a refined take on mid-century modern design inspired by Edward Wormley with a sleek silhouette emphasizing balance and proportion, handcrafted for today’s interio...
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
P. Jeanneret Civil Bench, Wood and Woven Viennese Cane with Cushion by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1955, relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Cassina continues its study of the furniture of the city of Chandigarh and ad...
Cane, Wood
Pair of Benches in Dedar Lilaz Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Contemporary Bench inspired of 1960s style. The bench consist of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. Bench was design...
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Ercol Spindle Bench in Ebonized Elm, United Kingdom c1960s
By Ercol
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ebonized solid elm spindle bench by Ercol. Continuous curved back with integrated arms, vertical spindles, a shaped plank seat, and tapered legs. Sourced in the United Kingdom. Dime...
Elm
Pierre Chapo 'S14B' Bench in Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, bench, model 'S14B', solid elm, France, design circa 1960 Stunning early edition 'S14B' bench designed by Pierre Chapo, known for his hallmark use of solid elmwood and...
Elm
Early Mid Century Modern George Nelson Platform Slatted Bench for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Iconic Early Mid Century Modern George Nelson Platform Bench for Herman Miller composed of a natural maple slatted bench and black painted maple legs. Beautiful condition, keeping in...
Maple, Paint
Wooden Rush Bench or Side Table, France, 1950's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Wooden Rush Bench or Side Table, France, 1950's Would fit perfectly as a side table in your living room to put books on or to sit. Please contact us for an affordable shipping quote.
Wood, Rush
Danish Modern Rosewood Bench, Mirror and Drawers by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s.
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Bench, Mirror and Drawers by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s. This Scandinavian mid-century modern hallway set was designed by Danish architect Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, Denmark in 1960. This set consists of: - Freestanding bench/side table in rosewood/palisander with sleigh legs, Model No. 36. Measures: depth 34 cm, width 120 cm, height 39.5 cm. - Moveable chest of drawers in rosewood/palisander with two drawers, Model No. 32. Depth 31.5, Width 40.5 cm, Height 19.5 cm. - Mirror in solid rosewood Model No. 220. Depth 5.5 cm, Width 52 cm, Height 119.5 cm. High quality craftsmanship with beautiful details. Drawers with dovetail joints. Makers mark stamped on all three parts. Suitable for many purposes at the entrance, in the bedroom or dressing room. This set is the top of the line with the most expensive mirror...
Santos Rosewood
$2,750Sale Price|20% Off
Spanish Long Bench or Coffee Table in Rattan and Woven Cane, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand Woven Bamboo Rattan Bench with Cane Seat This Mid-Century Modernist bamboo and woven rattan / wicker rectangular long bench was handcrafted in Spain near 1960s. Design with hand...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Italian Designer, Bench, Brass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and floral-printed coated fabric bench designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. In vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Upholstery distressed a...
Brass
Italian Mid Century Modern Sculptural Graphic Walnut & Taupe Mohair Bench
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid Century Modern walnut and taupe bench was realized in Italian, circa 1950. It features a sculptural high gloss walnut base composed of two adjoining inverse arch "v ...
Velvet, Walnut
$4,500 / item
Wave III Bench in Espresso Walnut by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Wave Bench by Stamford Modern The Wave Bench by Stamford Modern is inspired by vintage mid-century design and crafted with an emphasis on proportion, material, and craftsmanship...
Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Mobichalet Brutalist Long Bench in Oak and Pine
By Mobichalet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mobichalet, long bench, oak, pine, Belgium, 1950s This rustic bench will come forward nicely in a relaxing atmosphere, like a patio or a studio space. The brutalist appearance is ex...
Oak, Pine
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Daybed in Mahogany, Brass, and Blue-Grey Fabric
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, daybed, mahogany, reupholstered fabric, brass-plated aluminum, United States, 1950s. This rare design by Edward Wormley exemplifies his commitment to crea...
Aluminum, Brass
$1,250 / item
Benches by Ton in Bentwood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
TON, benches, bentwood, faux leather, Czech Republic, 1960s These benches are manufactured by TON in the 1960s. The benches have a circular bentwood frame with striking round forms....
Bentwood, Faux Leather
Guillerme & Chambron Daybed or Bench with Side Table in Oak and Fabric
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
$11,958 / item
Pierre Jeanneret 057 Civil Bench with Cushion by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1955, relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Cassina continues its study of the furniture of the city of Chandigarh and adds ...
Cane, Wood
$12,800 / set
Early Pierre Chapo 'S38A’ Benches in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, benches, model 'S38A', elm, France, 1960s. This wonderful ‘S38A’ set of benches is designed by Pierre Chapo in the 1960s. A soft, warm all-over patina is visible on th...
Elm
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Rare Bench in Oak
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bench, oak, Italy, design 1980s This lovely bench is a design by Giuseppe Rivadossi. The material used to make this piece is oak, which sh...
Oak
Mid Century Matchbook Walnut Tonkbench Chicago Foyer Piano Bench Seat W/ Storage
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Piano Bench by Tonkbench of Chicago, Illinois, circa 1940s. Features a walnut frame with Matchbook veneered top. The lid of the bench lif...
Walnut
Unusual and charming grey wooden industrial bench, France ca 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1890 / bench / wood / rustic / mid-century / industrial Rare wooden bench with genuine patina after many years of use. Made in France around 1890. With reinforcement beam a...
Wood
Walnut & rope 1963 Carimate bench by Magistretti for Cassina
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Two-seater walnut bench with a removable seat upholstered in rope. The bench is part of the "Carimate" collection, designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1963. Very good overall...
Straw, Rope, Walnut
Long Bench, Cantilever, Mid-Century Style, Custom, Danish Cord, Woven, Hardwood
Located in Issaquah, WA
Mid-century inspired, hardwood and woven Danish cord bench. Standard length for this bench is 63.25", it can be made any length from 45" - 70". The lead time provided is an estimate and may extend up to 12 months. If you require delivery by a specific date, we kindly recommend inquiring prior to purchase to ensure availability. The Danish cord has the perfect amount of give which makes for a very comfortable seat. Great for the entryway, foyer or foot of the bed. All of our pieces are made-to-order and fully customizable. Semigood products come with a lifetime warranty to the original purchaser and is built to be passed down from generation to generation. Our Rian Cantilever bench...
Cord, Hardwood, Walnut
Jana Entry Bench, Upholstered Cushion Version - Walnut Mid-Century Modern
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
The Jana entry bench is an original design, rooted in my love of all things modern, mid century, and Scandanavian. It's lovingly hand-built by me and my team from solid walnut (other...
Walnut
Rare sculptural vintage mid century couple bench by John Risley, USA 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Hastings, GB
One of our favourite finds ever: this rare sculptural mid century Monsieur Madame couple bench by John Risley, USA 1960s Risley was a renowned artist / designer who mainly made whi...
Steel
Mid-Century Green Folding Dutch Army Benches with Wood Slats and Metal Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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...
Metal
Crescent Bench Series 72 in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Bench by Carlos Solano is a refined expression of sculptural elegance and craftsmanship, inspired by mid-century modern design principles. Defined by its graceful curves...
Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Large solid pine bench, France, circa 1970
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Large solid pine bench featuring a long rectangular seat with straightforward proportions, resting on straight assembled legs. The design is simple and utilitarian, highlighting the ...
Pine
Italian Modernist Woven Cord Bench Attributed to Giuseppe Pagano, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
Exceptional and rare Italian Modernist two-seat bench from the 1940s, attributed to Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig. This highly architectural piece combines a slender black-finished me...
Metal
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Slatted Bench Maple Blonde
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century George Nelson Herman Miller slatted bench with Amazing Patina. This bench is 72.25" Long Slatted coffee...
Maple, Lacquer
Rare & Early Harry Bertoia for Knoll Model 400 66" Slatted Bench in Ash & Steel
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in 1952, this was the first project Harry Bertoia collaborated on with Knoll. This bench was made only a few years after, dating to the mid to late 1950s. It features a weld...
Enamel, Steel
Bench in Camel Boucle by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Contemporary Bench inspired of 1960s style. The bench consist of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. Bench was designed by Vintola...
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Crescent Bench Series 48 in Dark Walnut by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Bench by Carlos Solano is a refined expression of sculptural elegance and craftsmanship, inspired by mid-century modern design principles. Defined by its graceful curves...
Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Slatted Bench in Solid Beech, Yugoslavia, Circa 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautifully crafted mid-century modern slatted bench produced in Yugoslavia during the 1960s. The bench features a long rectangular seat constructed of solid European beech wood sl...
Beech
Bench Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich in Blonde Maple and Bouclé Upholstery, 1940
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A refined Italian bench attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, dating to the 1940s, embodying the designer’s distinctive balance between structural lightness and sculptural elegance. The f...
Bouclé, Maple
Large Klismos Style Bench With Sea Grass Woven Seat
Located in Peabody, MA
A large Klismos style bench in lacquered birch with woven sea grass seat. This classic Greek design originated in the 5th century BC and remains ju...
Seagrass, Birch
Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs 1600, Pair of Stools, 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of iconic pine benches from Charlotte Perand for Les Arcs ski resort in the Alps of eastern France. No adornments, no frills, utilitarian construction that could be carved and ...
Pine
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
$2,475Sale Price / item|50% Off
Selig Mid Century Modern Chrome Bench Chaise Day Bed
By Selig
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Modern Chrome Bench Chaise Day bed Sofa produced by Selig made in Italy. Chromed steel tubing 2 1/4 inch diameter with upholstered fabric seat and side arms. Many desi...
Steel, Chrome
Crescent Bench Series 60 in White Oak by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Bench by Carlos Solano is a refined expression of sculptural elegance and craftsmanship, inspired by mid-century modern design principles. Defined by its graceful curves...
Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Pierre Jeanneret Civil Bench, Wood and Woven Viennese Cane by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1955, relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Cassina continues its study of the furniture of the city of Chandigarh and adds ...
Cane, Wood
George Nelson Style Mid Century Modern Slatted Wood Bench Daybed Tufted Cushion
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen, Ingvar Hildingsson, George Nelson
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Large oversized minimalistic modern slatted deep bench or daybed in the style of George Nelson. This mid-century style modern bench features slatted teak stained wood with tapered l...
Metal, Brass
Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Parsons Long Bench, Circa 1970s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Parsons style upholstered window bench or end of bed bench In the manner of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 72"W x 17"D x ...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Benches, Dedar Dalie Papaveri Tulipani by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Contemporary Bench inspired of 1960s style. The bench consist of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. Bench was design...
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Crescent Bench Series 60 in Natural Walnut by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Bench by Carlos Solano is a refined expression of sculptural elegance and craftsmanship, inspired by mid-century modern design principles. Defined by its graceful curves...
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
Lawson-Fenning Topa Bench, Solid Oak Frame & Velvet Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning features a handcrafted roundover frame and secured tufted cushion. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade ...
Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
Linear Bench in White Oak Series 60 by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Linear Bench is a refined take on mid-century modern design inspired by Edward Wormley with a sleek silhouette emphasizing balance and proportion, handcrafted for today’s interio...
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Teal Blue Velvet Sabre Leg Bench By John Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Southampton, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Sabre leg bench having ebonized cherry wood frame under a newly upholstered velvet bench seat with cross-stitch and hand tufting throughout. Designed by T.H. Robsj...
Velvet, Cherry