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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
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Style: Modern
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Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1, Polished Brass and Teal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1, Polished Brass and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1, Polished Brass and Paris Mouse
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Paris Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Barcelona Lotus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1, Polished Brass and Aluminium
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Spina Side Table in Lac Wood Off-White 1 Edited by Portego
By Cara e Davide, Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
Spina is a collection of tables, seating and consoles characterized by a dense skeletal base that supports a smaller horizontal plane along its axis.
The thicknesses and proportions...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Lacquer
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Vigo Blossom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Paris Lavanda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Paris Green
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Smooth 60
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Paris Safira
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Bench by Dongwook Choi
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural bench by Dongwook Choi
Crest and Trough series
Dimensions: 125 x 39 x 50
Materials: FRP, chrome coated
There may be a visual difference i...
Category
2010s South Korean Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Golia Bench by Draga & Aurel
Located in Geneve, CH
Golia bench by Draga & Aurel.
Dimensions: W 67 x D 33 x H 44 cm.
Top Ø 50 x 96 cm.
Materials: resin top, concrete.
The Golia benches are featured by...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete
Set of 2 Contemporary Benches by Faina
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 contemporary benches by Faina
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: textile, wood, foam, rubber, sintepon
Dimensions: H 49 x W 124 x L 33 cm
In search of new-old design ...
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2010s Ukrainian Modern Benches
Materials
Textile, Foam, Wood
Libellula Eco Red Passion Velvet Bench
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
Libellula Ottoman Bench is inspired by the classical piano seat, its clear lines and luxurious finishes add a sophisticated touch to any home. This is a ver...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet
21st Century Elena Salmistraro Ione Bench Polyurethane Marble Black Scapin
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Ione Bench, design by Elena Salmistraro for Scapin Collezioni
New Atomic Age Collection
In Ione bench, the encounter between simple geometries and graphic designs of the Limited ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Marble
Golia Bench by Draga & Aurel
Located in Geneve, CH
Golia bench by Draga & Aurel
Dimensions: W 67 x D 33 x H 44 cm
top Ø 50 x 96 cm
Materials: Resin top, concrete
The Golia benches are featured...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete
Steel Bahaus Lounge Bench by Kristina Dam Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Steel Bahaus lounge bench by Kristina Dam Studio
Materials: Beige outdoor powder-coated steel
Dimensions: 170 x 67 x 64 cm
*Safe to use outdoor.
D...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Ava Textured Brass Bench by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Ava textured brass bench by Fakasaka Design.
Dimensions: W 45 cm, D 45 cm, H 59.5 cm.
Materials: textured brass.
FAKASAKA is a design company focused on production of high-end furn...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Muse Bench by Jude Di Leo
Located in Geneve, CH
Muse bench by Jude Di Leo
Dimensions: 160 x 50 x 47 cm
Materials: Solid white oak
Muse was designed with Bear & Lion partner Bernardo Guillermo in 2008. I...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
Ava Polished Bronze Bench by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Ava polished bronze bench by Fakasaka Design.
Dimensions: W 45 cm, D 45 cm, H 59.5 cm.
Materials: polished bronze.
FAKASAKA is a design com...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Benches
Materials
Bronze
Proportions of Stone Chair by Lee Sisan
Located in Geneve, CH
Proportions of stone chair by Lee Sisan, 2019
Dimensions: W 45 x D 41 x H 90 cm
Materials: Stainless steel, natural stone
Each piece is made to o...
Category
2010s South Korean Modern Benches
Materials
Stone, Steel
Kai Solid Fir Wood and Black Steel Hallway Bench by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Modern industrial. The Kai Hallway bench is all about proportions, balancing the width of the steel legs and the thickness of the bench seat. It provides...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Metal, Steel
Duc Bench by LK Edition
Located in Geneve, CH
Duc bench by LK Edition
Dimensions: 180 x 42 x H 50 cm
Materials: Bronze and leather.
It is with the sense of detail and requirement, this research of the exception by the selecti...
Category
2010s French Modern Benches
Materials
Bronze
21st Century Elena Salmistraro Ione Bench Polyurethane Marble Red Scapin
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Ione Bench, design by Elena Salmistraro for Scapin Collezioni
New Atomic Age Collection
In Ione bench, the encounter between simple geometries and graphic designs of the Limited ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Marble
Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench+ Cushion
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Following the principles of minimalist and multifuncional design, inspired by Japanese joinery and where woodworking joints are the key to produce this table. A light-looking table e...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Oak, Ash
Contemporary Channeled Fleure Bench Midi in Velvet with Walnut feet
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Fleure Bench Midi, with its impeccable fluted detailing complements one of our signature pieces: The Fleure Sofa. Shown here upholstered in Designers Guild Varese Ochre cotton ve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Anatole Bench by LK Edition
Located in Geneve, CH
Anatole bench by LK Edition
Dimensions: 220 x 45 x H 43 cm
Materials: Black oak.
It is with the sense of detail and requirement, this research of the exc...
Category
2010s French Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
Circus Bench by Llot Llov
Located in Geneve, CH
Circus bench by Llot Llov
Dimensions: W 48 x L 210 x H 79 cm
Materials: powder coated steel, fabrics, birch wood
LLOT LLOV produce exclusive furnit...
Category
2010s German Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Other
21st Century Contemporary Minimal Orange Velvet Bench Black Lacquered Base
Located in Porto, PT
Fifih Bench is a luxury bench upholstered in velvet and wood base. A contemporary design bench is perfect for minimalist and modern interior architecture ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Smooth 72
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Vernon Entry Bench White Oak with Marble Insert 46"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio
Located in Toronto, ON
Four slabs, carefully considered and placed create a subtle yet sturdy entry bench. Completed with an integrated tray of either marble or leather, this piece is designed to add a fun...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Stone, Marble
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Vigo Plantain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak and Boucle Snow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust Bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Lavanda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Green
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Smooth 60
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak and Paris Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Ad Stool Medium by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
AD stool medium by Arno Declercq.
Signed by Arno Declercq.
Dimensions: D 38 x W 104 cm x H 69 cm.
Materials: rubber seat and burned steel.
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art dea...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Boucle Snow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Alfredo Häberli Contemporary Interior and Exterior 'Swiss Bench', "The Poet"
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Interior and exterior bench designed by Alfredo Häberli.
Manufactured by BD Barcelona (Spain).
Steel tube legs and perforated steel sheet seats with...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak, Polished Brass and Aluminium
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Corn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Vigo Plantain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust Bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Barcelona Lotus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust Bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Brick
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Vigo Blossom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Aluminium
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak and Paris Green
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Smooth 72
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood,with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Boucle Snow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Brick
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Teal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Mouse
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust bench is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal feet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
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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