Mid-Century Modern Benches
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Artisanal Bench in Natural Walnut
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Artisanal Bench by Stamford Modern, a stunning blend of art and functionality. Handcrafted from solid walnut or oak with captivating curves, this bench adds elegance ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Black Enameled Metal Bench with Tufted Gold & Ivory Upholstery
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Subtle elegance delivered with this fully restored mid century modern Milo Baughman style bench. Sexy simple mid century modern lines. Clean. Airy. Tufted seat cushion floats atop me...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Enamel, Chrome
Minimal Modern Oak wood upholstered Bench with bolster, brass and wooden armrest
By Esvee
Located in Hyderabad, TG
The Sachi Bench is a versatile piece of furniture that is perfect for adding a touch of tranquility to your home. It is made in solid American oak with fine upholstery and elegant br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Theater Wooden Bench, circa 1920
Located in Barcelona, ES
Bench designed by unknown designer, manufactured in France, circa 1920. Wood. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a nice patina. The...
Category
1920s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Stylish & Practical Mid-Century Stable Long Bench / Stool or Coffee Table, 1960s
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful design and condition, 1960s hand-crafted leather bench.
This perfectly symmetrical and straight lined bench is in amazingly good condi...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Leather
Classic Modernist Slat Bench / Table after George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist Slat Bench / Table after George Nelson , A bit more unusual than most with the leg mount separators,, Beautiful warm tones of woods. Quality construction..Great des...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Walnut
John Risley Monsieur & Mademoiselle Patio Bench Sculpture 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Dallas, TX
Handmade John Risley Studio welded steel bench sculpture. Freshly restored in a stunning yellow-orange powder coat.
Measures: Seat height is 17"
Seat depth is 17".
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
1930s Style Swedish Modern Bench Handcrafted From Vintage Teak
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exquisite handcrafted bench made from vintage teak wood, designed in the refined style of 1930s Swedish Modern. This piece embodies the clean lines, elegant simplicity, and masterful...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Teak
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 ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Wood
Bench in 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...
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
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...
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bouclé
Mid-Century Industrial Modern Long Bench or Coffee Table in Stainless & Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple and gorgeous post modern industrial design. Studio made early 2000's. Heavy, well made & ready to use condition.
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pierre Jeanneret 057 Civil Bench, Wood and Woven Viennese Cane
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 ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Wood
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Charlotte Perriand.
Edited by Steph Simon.
Provenance: Cansado, Mauritania (Africa).
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserv...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
44" Woven Rush Bench in Walnut by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956, the Woven Rush Benches have been redesigned by Judy Smilow and officially reintroduced in 2013. This collection’s handwoven seating and han...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rush, Walnut
20th Century Swedish Dux Three Seater Teak Sofa, Vintage Settee by Folke Ohlsson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish three seater sofa with two pillows made of hand crafted polished Teakwood, designed by Folke Ohlsson and produced by DUX, in good condition. The ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Teak
Mid Century English Upholstered Bench with Ebonised Oak Base
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this upholstered bench dates from the 1950s. The bench features an ebonised oak base with seat and arms upholstered in muslin - ready to be reupholstered in the fab...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Rare Italian pancha Designer Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Rare Italian pancha by Giuseppe Rivadossi from the 1970s. The bench is made entirely of wood. Its construction is a perfect interlocking of noble wood inserts. Great mastery in woodw...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Hommage À Pierre Jeanneret Civil Bench For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Hommage À Pierre Jeanneret Civil Bench For Cassina
Included in Cassina’s study of the furnishings of the city of Chandigarh, the Civil Be...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Teak
George Nakashima Studio Conoid Bench Signed Mira Nakashima, 1992
Located in New York, NY
George Nakashima Studio Conoid bench signed Mira Nakashima 1992. The bench is walnut has hickory spindles and rosewood butterfly joints. This bench was commissioned for a private col...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Hickory, 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 the Civil...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Wood
Mid-Century Oak Bench
Located in London, GB
A solid oak bench
France, mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
GIO Bench Series 48 in Espresso by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Gio Bench by Stamford Modern: a perfect blend of Gio Ponti's timeless design and modern functionality. This elegant bench features signature angled legs with metal sabots for add...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Stool M. 1730, Walnut, Brass, Canvas, Widdicomb, C. 1950
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, brass and canvas stool, model 1730, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, United Kingdom/USA, c. 1950.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1960s Teak wood slatted bench Italian design
Located in None, IT
Bench with black metal frame and gilt brass feet, seat with solid Teak wood slats, Italian design, 1960s.
CONDITION:
In good condition, shows signs of wear given by time.
SIZING:
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Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Stunning Solid Birch Modernist Church Pew / Bench, After Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning solid birch Modernist Church Pew / Bench, in the manner of Frank Lloyd Wright, Usonian, Purchased out of architectural designed modernist chu...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Birch
New Upholstery John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Couch
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New basket weave fabric upholstery Widdicomb sofa love seat slipper chair booth sofa. Black lacquer hardwood frame.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
J. Robert Scott Upholstered Mahogany Bench
Located in Astoria, NY
J. Robert Scott Upholstered Mahogany Bench, 20th century. 26" H x 48" W x 18" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Black Leather Upholstered Rectangular X-Base Bench
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Established Lines, mid century modern decor, solid stainless steel base rectangular X base bench in black leather upholstery.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Slatted Bench George Nelson for Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Slat platform bench designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, marked underneath.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Birch
Convex Bench Series 48 in Natural Walnut
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Convex Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern—an exquisite blend of timeless craftsmanship and lightweight design. Meticulously crafted from solid oak or walnut, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Artisanal Bench in Special Walnut
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Artisanal Bench by Stamford Modern, a captivating sculptural masterpiece that seamlessly blends artistry and functionality. Handcra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Modernist Wire Settee
Located in Portland, OR
A compelling and sculptural seating option made from welded steel wire rod. As acquired, with rust in spots and nice overall patina. Very structural...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' Style Rosewood Planter Bench
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
1960s rosewood planter bench, similar to the 'Krobo' style benches by Torbjørn Afdal.
Incredible rosewood grain and color throughout. Planter box and pa...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Italian mid-century modern Bench in red wood and straw, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Bench in red wood and straw, 1970s
Bench with rectangular seat and backrest in woven straw. The structure and the round section legs are in red painted woo...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Straw, Wood
Pair of Vintage Vogue Rattan Olive Green Bamboo and Rattan Benches Stools 1970
By Vogue Rattan
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of vintage olive-green bamboo and rattan stools or benches made by Vogue Rattan.
Original stripped Linen Fabric.
Makers Mark underneath, Vogue Rattan.
F-781-335
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Charlotte Perriand.
Edited by Steph Simon.
Provenance: Cansado, Mauritania (Africa).
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserv...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Rosewood and Cane Bench
Located in Oakland, CA
Bench crafted of dark figured solid Brazilian rosewood and handwoven cane in manner of Joaquim Tenreiro.
Bench is in excellent condition with minor signs of age and use.
Measurements...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Rosewood
French antique soldid wood bench with narrow and long seat, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Mid-century French wooden bench with long narrow seat, 1930s
Bench with narrow and long seat with rounded corners, entirely in solid wood. The square section legs facing outwards are...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century American Classical Pine Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
AvMid-Century American Classical Pine Bench. Structurally sound.
Measures 60" in width, 11.5" in depth and 17.5" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Pine
George Bench by Brian Paquette x Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The George Bench is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The low profile silhouette sits above a sculpted solid wood base and is available with...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Pink Velvet Bench, Italy 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous Italian bench from the 1970s featuring soft, pink velvet upholstery with decorative trim detailing. The bench stands on delicately fluted wooden legs, each tapered and fin...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1970s bench, Drabert
By Drabert
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic waiting bench from the 1970s. High-quality steel and stainless steel frame with two plastic seat shells in brown and a table top with original HPL coating and plastic edge in...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Plastic
Mahogany Bench Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar C. 1950
Located in Bernville, PA
Mahogany bench table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950. Model 2288C. Occasionally referred to as a 'telephone table or bench'. Drawers have original brass and Rosewood hardwar...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Paul Bench by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Paul bench features a solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler.
The Lawson-Fenning Collec...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Linen
Large Sculptural Black Lacquered Bench in the Manner of Carlo Mollino
Located in London, GB
A large Italian Mid-Century bench of sculptural design in the manner of Carlo Mollino. Black lacquered and newly upholstered in bubble-gum pink velvet with cream detailing.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Beech
Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Couture Teak Wood Bench
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Mid Century Couture Collection. Furniture constructed by hand from start to finish. A beautiful single three and a half thick slab of teak wood taken from my finest c...
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood by Jorge Jabour Mauad, 1960s
By Jorge Jabour
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern bench, designed by Jorge Jabour Mauad for Móveis Cantu in Brazil, is a showstopper!
The bench is entirely made in Brazilian rosewood (also ...
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Mid-Century Navy Leather Bench Chrome Frame Style of Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern navy blue leather bench chrome frame style of Florence Knoll. Very clean 1960s bench. Made in USA. Very High Quality construction leather upholstery and ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Classic Hannah Morrison Knoll Bench, 1970s
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic off-white and original orange upholstery bench by Hannah Morrison for Knoll, circa 1970s. The three-seat is 81" long.
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Two Seat Low Bench for John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Dallas, TX
This low bench for John Stuart has been professional refinished and reupholstered in a Anne Kirk linen wool blend.
The piece is unmarked.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wool, Linen, Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern 72" Long Wood Slat Bench 6' Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern 72" Long Wood Slat Bench 6' Coffee Table with Sleek Tapered Legs, Made in Yugoslavia. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 16" H x 72" W x 18" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
French Mid-Century Modern Ottoman or Bench Attributed To Pierre Paulin
Located in Houston, TX
French Mid-Century Modern Ottoman Or Bench Attributed To Pierre Paulin.
Unusual French modern ottoman, pouf, stool or bench with a walnut base u...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Willy Guhl Iron Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare example of Swiss modernist design, this sculptural bench by Willy Guhl features a gracefully curved seat in fiber cement supported by a continuous tubular iron base with origi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Classic 1960s Modernist Black and Chrome Bench Sette', after Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic 1960s modernist, Space Age black and chrome bench Sette. Reminiscent of the Classic designs of Arne Norell, Nelson Knoll. Black tufted N...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Vittorio Dassi Italian Modern Walnut and Black Leather Upholstered Long Bench
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century Italian Modern walnut bench in sculptural form features a 3-row frame with rounded edges, rectangular seat cushion upholstered in black leather, standing on 4 short conic...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Leather, Upholstery
Petite Double Bench Banquette Attributed Maurizio Tempestini, circa 1940
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant petite long banquette attributed to Maurizio Tempestini, Italy circa 1940
Original yellow silk upholstery with French motive flower design, whi...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Bench Pouffe with Box, Green Boucle, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Contemporary Pouffe inspired of 1960s style. The pouffe consist of an upholstered part, a seat and box under the seat, characteristic of the 1960s style.
Bench was designed by Vintola Studio...
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Black Tufted Canvas Museum Bench by Metropolitan Furniture, 1986
By Metropolitan
Located in Miami, FL
Museum bench with newly upholstered heavy black canvas fabric on square tubular chrome frame by Metropolitan Furniture, 1986.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Paul Láslzó Bench in Mahogany and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul László for Glenn of California, bench or sofa, mahogany, cane, United States, 1950
This sofa or bench, a creation of Paul László, contains a well-preserved caned back and seat....
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Rustic low bench in solid wood, France ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / bench / wood / rustic / mid century
Beautiful rustic small low bench crafted in solid wood in France around 1850. On the elegant legs and with nice patina on the woo...
Category
1850s French Antique Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Niels Hvass Outdoor 'Cutter' Bench in Teak for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Niels Hvass outdoor 'Cutter' bench in teak for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Teak
Sculptural ICO Bench Series 48 in Espresso by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The ICO Bench is a stunning addition to any modern living space. Named after the celebrated Italian designer Ico Parisi, this bench beautifully showcases his signature lightweight ae...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Børge Mogensen 'BM0700 Asserbo' Bench in Oiled Eucalyptus for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Børge Mogensen 'BM0700 Asserbo' Bench in Oiled Eucalyptus for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Italian Designer, Bench, Steel, Teak, Vinyl, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A steel, moulded teak plywood and black vinyl bench designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 17.625” H x 49.75” W x 12.75” D
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
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....
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bentwood, Faux Leather
Antique Mario Lopez Torres Jaguar Stool
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970, we offer this Antique Mario Lopez Torres Jaguar Stool, made in natural woven and iron structure, the eyes are made in precious stone.
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Jean Gillon bench with magazine rack Italma Brazil 1965
By Jean Gillon
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare 'banco revisteiro’ designed by Jean Gillon and manufactured by Italma Woodart in Brazil in 1965. Beautiful slat bench made from solid rosewood with its red/brown warm ...
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cowhide, Rosewood
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...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Oak and Tan Leather Ojai Bench by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai bench features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a tufted
leather cushion with leather straps.
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Oak
Mid Century Modern Style of Knoll Chrome Bench Restored w Grey Cotton Velvet
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Very special and a rare form bench with a gallery style rail support which is a square tube that is incorporated into the frame. Completely restored chrome polished to perfection and...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Style Banquette/Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
Petite banquette/bench made of solid hard maple is inspired by Mid-Century Modern design. The tight seat bench made with a high density cushion, sitting atop 8-way hand tied springs,...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Linen, Faux Leather
Vintage Boho Leopard Velvet Parsons Bench
Located in west palm beach, FL
Infuse your space with exotic sophistication using this Vintage Boho Leopard Velvet Parsons Bench, a stunning fusion of bold design and luxurious comfort. Wrapped in plush leopard-pr...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Mid-century Modern benches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern benches for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, 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, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern benches made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include Stamford Modern, Carlos Solano-Granda, Lawson-Fenning, and Montage. 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.