Modern Benches
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
Style: Modern
Color: Gray
Faribault Grey Wool and Blackened Steel Bench
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inheritance bench is a versatile piece that can be used as a chaise extension on any sofa, as an independent seating option or as a large upholstered coffee table...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Established & Sons Indoor A-Bench by Felix de Pass
Located in London, GB
A-Bench is a versatile indoor or outdoor, domestic or contract bench. Made from mirroring and repeating two different components, A-Bench has a symmetry...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
e15 Tafel Table Bench by Hans De Pelsmacker
By e15, Hans De Pelsmacker
Located in New York, NY
The table bench tafel draws special interest with its sculptural, functional appeal. Tafel is included in various museum collections. The combination of table and bench creates a uni...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Fortuna Bench in Gray Wool with Solid Walnut Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Fortuna bench is an updated version of a Classic modernist daybed. The solid walnut base provides strength and style while it's high density cushion will become the more versatil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Crest and Trough Contemporary Bench
Located in London, GB
When two waves encounter each other, they make ‘interference pattern’. Crest and trough create a resultant wave of greater, lower or the same amplitude in this superposition and thes...
Category
2010s Korean Modern Benches
Materials
Polystyrene
Santa Clara, Outdoor Aluminum Bench with Chrome Finish, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Shiny and bright outdoor bench, ready to be sun kissed. A luxurious and timeless piece...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Bench Series Contemporary Seating
Located in London, GB
The bench is an example of hot wire extensions’ bold innovative manufacturing process. Hot wire extensions are a young sustainable design brand, dedicated to ...
Category
2010s British Modern Benches
Materials
Nylon
21st Century by S.Asti "DIVANO POLICROMO 1" Indoor/Outdoor Marble Bench
By Sergio Asti
Located in massa, IT
Name: Divano Policromo
Materials: Rosa Wiscarro - Fossena
Size: cm. 175 x 70 x H 71
Designed by: Sergio Asti.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Marble
Two-Tone Upholstered Bench
By S&L Interni
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant bench boasts a brass base with a polished finish, characterized by semi-circular details for a modern look. Its padded seat is upholstered in soft fabric with a subtle t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Pair of Modern Chrome Stainless Steel Benches
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous and substantial pair of mirrored stainless steel benches, with floating frames, one with an attached seamless, white laminate table. Sofas are incredibly well made, easily w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bond Bench, Made of Polished and Brushed Stainless Steel, Handcrafted in Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
A subtle mix of polished and brushed stainless steel, this bench is about attention to detail. The simple T-shape structure is simplicity at its best with the...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Sculptural Cast Bronze Bruda Bench in Polished Gold Bronze by Elan Atelier
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural Cast Bronze Bruda Bench in Polished Gold Bronze by Elan Atelier
Cast bronze Bruda bench in polished gold finish with marine blue green silk seat cushion...
Category
2010s European Modern Benches
Materials
Bronze
Wam Grey Long Bench, Designed by Marco Zito, Made in Italy
By Marco Zito
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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This bench offers a multipurpose support to those sitting, being it to lay a cup, or a book,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric
Plain Upholstered Bench
By S&L Interni
Located in Milan, IT
Exuding a modern elegance, this sophisticated bench is the perfect addition to the hallway or bedroom. Its polished brass base is characterized by semi-circular details, topped with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Croissant 569 Light Gray Ottoman by Emilio Nanni
Located in Milan, IT
Exuding modern sensibility, this exclusive ottoman strikes with its clean aesthetic balancing simple lines and delicate shades. Fashioned of beech maintaining its natural look, the f...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Vintage Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Bench
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Bench is a versatile piece that can be used as a chaise extension on any sofa, as an independent seating option or as a large upholstered coffee table...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Bubble Bench
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
Merging midcentury austerity with Hollywood glamour, the upholstered gray leather seat of this elongated bench (in the picture fabric nabouk leather in tortora 215 color) is balanced...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Farfalla Bio Ottoman Bench Gray by Davide Barzaghi
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
Perfect for perching on at the end of a bed or for simply relaxing, the Farfalla Ottoman Bench in Gray by Davide Barzaghi is firm, comfortable and stun...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Other
Architectural Concrete Bench by Martin Kleppe, Germany, circa 2011
Located in Berlin, DE
Handmade bench made of concrete by german artist Martin Kleppe.
Martin Kleppe studied at the Art Academy Düsseldorf with Tony Cragg from 1993 to 1999 and graduated as a master student.
Category
2010s German Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete
Contemporary Goddard Bench in Gray Leather with Steel Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Smaller than a sofa, but bigger than a bench, the Goddard daybed functions as both when needed. It takes its form from 1950s French Industrial design, maintaining a sense of lightnes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Helen Bench by Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
Luxury is in the detailing in the Helen Bench by Chiara Provasi. Blending influences, the bench rests on midcentury modern-inspired legs that flare out from each corner and are coate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Built to Order Armless Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our built to order bench is completely customizable. The bench shown has a cushioned back that is upholstered and welted with a grey vinyl material, the padded seat is upholstered in...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Maple
Dark Brown Scored Leather Bench by Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970s H dark brown scored leather bench by renowned designer Karl Springer.
The bench is constructed of wood covered in dark brown scored leather.
Newly restored. Shows minor wear consistent with age.
Sheep rug...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Leather
Foot Bench in Shearling Upholstery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The foot bench is a natural partner to our popular foot stool. The soft curves of this bench are covered in luxurious natural shearling and mounted atop sol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Hide
Tibetan Sheepskin Bench on 5 Lucite Legs
Located in Miami, FL
Modern bench with exotic Tibetan sheepskin in ivory.
Fabulous bench has a sturdy platform supported by five custom made Lucite legs.
The Tibetan Sh...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Sheepskin, Lucite
Apollo I Contemporary Bench in Metal and Fabric
Located in London, GB
The Apollo series is comprised of benches and stools available in 1, 2 or 3 seater options. The seat is made from a single piece of bent metal and all 3 are available with or without seat cushions. Each seat cushion contains a small magnet to secure it to the bench or seat. The Apollo series is available in a number of different finishes and fabrics including the choice of any RAL colour and COM for the cushions. The Apollo benches...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Claste Where We First Met Bench in Ultra Clear Glass with Pink Onyx Marble Slab
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A handcrafted slab of marble or onyx is suspended between 3 panes of glass to create this remarkable bench which emphasizes both the beauty of the stone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Glass
Pair of Chrome Modernist Benches
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of newly upholstered chrome Modernist benches, circa 1970s.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Industrial Bench "El Poeta" in Perforated Steel Finish By Alfredo Häberli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Alfredo Haberli is a great admirer of designs by Oscar Tusquets and Lluis Clotet. As a tribute to the Catalano and Perforano Benches, he designed the Suizos Benches Collection in per...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Golia Bench by Draga&Aurel Concrete Resin and Brass, 21st Century
Located in Como, IT
Dialoghi Mimetici collection by Draga&Aurel:
Bench in concrete with details obtained thought a technique involving the corrosion of sea salt. Top in cast resin. Details in brass. Ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Cement, Brass
Contemporary Backless Bench with Cushioned Seat
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our along the Nile bench is a contemporary backless bench with cushioned seating. The bench is supported by four satin nickel legs that shape like a Gre...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Nickel
Thin Tête-à-Tête in Contemporary Heat-Treated Steel and Polished Steel Inset
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The attenuated forms of the thin Tête-à-Tête accentuate their playful and beguiling nature. An intimate connection is forged between its users, as they negotiate the delicate balance.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Geometric Bench Metal Stainless Steel Brass by Ana Volante 21st century
By Ana Volante
Located in Miami, FL
Futuristic bench
Stainless steel 12Ga
Brush finish
Brass 260
Designed by Ana Volante
Dimensions:
45cm x 1.20m x 45cm
(17.7") x (47.2") x (17.7")
Handcrafted stainless-steel d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Brass Bench
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Brass bench, unique hand-painted leather cover from Japan, Studio Glustin creation.
Category
2010s French Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Military Canvas and Antique Brass Two-Seat Sofa and Bench
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slightly smaller in size, the two-seat sofa is ideal for apartments or smaller spaces requiring a smaller footprint. The inheritance bench is a versatile piece that can be used as a ...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Sigve Knutson Cast Aluminum Bench, Manufactured by Sigve Knutson Oslo, 2019
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sigve Knutson
Casted aluminum bench
Manufactured by Sigve Knutson
Oslo, Norway, 2017
casted aluminum
Measurements:
35 cm x 42 cm x 58 H ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Modern Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Emeco Alfi 3-Seat Bench in Gray and Ash with High Back by Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
Emeco and Morrison together, designed and engineered The Alfi Collection with the conviction that what you don't see is as important as what you do see. Alfi reflects Emeco and Morri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Triple Rectangle Bench in Stainless Steel by Cain Modern
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and modern bench executed in stainless steel and manufactured by Cain Modern as part of the Triple rectangle line.
The bench is very modern and it can be customized both i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Triple Rectangle Bench in Solid Brass and Antique Finish
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and modern bench executed in solid brass and manufactured by Cain Modern as part of the Triple rectangle line.
The bench is very modern and it can be customized both in si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Italian Minimalist White Carrara Marble Benches or Stools by Massimo Mangiardi
Located in New York, NY
Italian white Carrara marble benches or stools in a Minimalist aesthetic. Ideal for bath room and shower or garden. The benches are constructed with 6 pieces...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Marble
Ionic Steel Bench, Designed by Laurie Beckerman in 2014
Located in New York, NY
It's inspired by the capital of an ionic column. Instead of the look of dense stone, I wanted to extract the lines of the form to create a light, spacious and resilient bench in whic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Custom Mongolian Fur Bench with Twisted Lucite Legs
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom Mongolian fur bench with twisted Lucite legs. Customization is available in different sizes and colors.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Fur, Lucite
Pair of Poul Kjaerholm PK91 Folding Stools Created by E. Kold Christensen
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of PK91 stools each stamped EKC inside a square. Please note these are from the first edition of PK91 stools not the latter edition by Fritz Hansen....
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Modernist Vintage Grey Leather Bench Loveseat De Sede 1980s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
Modernist vintage sofa bench or loveseat Model DS-2011 from leather in grey color by De Sede.
An authentic gorgeous sofa or loveseat with a steel ...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
'Helping Hands' Bench / Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Stunning bench / sculpture composed of helping hands with a solid stone top resting between them. The pieces are both modern and have a timeless neoclassi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Benches
Tom Dixon Fat Chaise Lounge Right
By Tom Dixon
Located in Tulsa, OK
Tom Dixon Fat Chaise Lounge -
Designed to hug the body and allowing for multiple sitting positions, this Tom Dixon Fat chaise lounge is upholstered in K...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet
Ripple Bench by Laurinda Spears for Steelcase
Located in San Francisco, CA
A sculptural ripple bench by Laurinda Spear for Steelcase. Newly reupholsterd in a luxurious lavender grey bouclé by Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca. The bench...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Black and White French Demilune Iron Benches Recovered in Fortuny Fabric
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of black and white French demilune iron benches recovered in Fortuny fabric.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Design Institute of America Chrome Slat Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage chrome bench for the Design Institute of America in great vintage condition. Has light wear on the top surface. Retains DIA sticker.
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Modern benches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique 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 Modern benches made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include Marie Burgos Design, Emeco, Jasper Morrison, and Stephen Kenn. 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 $350 and tops out at $96,000 while the average work can sell for $4,139.
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