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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Number in Set: Set of 12 or more
Modern Cream Gradient Velvet Wave Bench Ebony Veneer Base
Located in Porto, PT
21th century Contemporary cream bench & Ebony veneer base bold shapes Cadiz Bench combines bold shapes with extreme attention to comfort. A modern bench i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Ebony

Modern White Velvet Upholstered Bench with Black Wenge Legs Gold Stainless Steel
Located in Porto, PT
Moa bench is an accent bench. It is upholstered in suede and structure in matte wengue ash wood with details in polished brass. Its design expresses a solemn...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

21st Century Contemporary Minimal White Velvet Bench With 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

Outdoor/Indoor Bench Made From A Single Block of Scented Cedar
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary handcrafted cedar bench 100% Italian product. If you'd like to learn more about customization options and available finishes, we encourage you to get in touch with us. P...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Foot Bench in Oak
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
This playful design is part of Project 213A's hand carved wooden "foot series"; inspired by a classic milking stool, this bench comes with three foot shaped legs and one uneven leg. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Chestnut

Pinz Upholstered Oak Settee
Located in Westwood, NJ
A traditionally styled and contemporary-inspired bench or settee with a solid oak wood frame finished in Echo Oak. Dimensions: 54" W x 20.75" D x 26" H FEATURES: Tight Upholstered...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Kai Torched Solid Oak Wood and 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

Tillikum Walnut Bench With Clear Acrylic Legs by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Step into contemporary elegance with the Tillikum Walnut Bench by Autonomous Furniture. Crafted with precision, this bench is more than just furniture; it's a statement piece for des...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Acrylic, Oak, Walnut, Fir

Contemporary Lock Bench in Black Oak
Located in London, GB
Lock, the first series of Kolektt is based on the idea of joining one single form to another. In principle, two L-shaped pieces of different sizes create balance by interlocking. The linear form, which is striking at first glance, and its holistic stance consisting of one single solid material, give ‘Lock, a sculptural attitude. Launched with two different materials, wood and metal, the collection is also inspired by the material itself and the manufacturing process. Produced entirely from solid oak wood. Characterized by contrast dying. Since wood is a natural material, wood grains may differ from the product in the image. Materials: Solid Oak Available colors/finishes or customizations: - cerused black oak...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Leather Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven leather strap bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Teak

Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Synthetic Rattan Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven synthetic rattan bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Benches

Materials

Synthetic, Rattan

Contemporary Lock Stool in Oak
Located in London, GB
Lock, the first series of Kolektt is based on the idea of joining one single form to another. In principle, two L-shaped pieces of different sizes create balance by interlocking. The linear form, which is striking at first glance, and its holistic stance consisting of one single solid material, give ‘Lock, a sculptural attitude. Launched with two different materials, wood and metal, the collection is also inspired by the material itself and the manufacturing process. Produced entirely from solid oak wood. Characterized by contrast dying. Since wood is a natural material, wood grains may differ from the product in the image. Materials: solid oak Available colors/Finishes or customizations: - Cerused Black Oak...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Leather Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven leather strap bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle woo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Teak

Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Leather Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven leather strap bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle woo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Teak

Famed Brass Bench
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
The FAMED BENCH...harmoniously combines brass and fabric brining a refined elegance and comfort to your home. Length: 59.1'' / Depth: 17.7'' / Height: 18.5'' -Brass -Registered Design. BRASS USE...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, White Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
T50 Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the T50 lounge chair pays homage...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Wood, Bouclé

Bench with Antique Rug Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bench, in the style of Stephen's Kenn Inheritance Collection, has been upholstered with an antique rug from the collection of King Kennedy rugs. The textile has been lovingly re...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

'Arca' Mid-Century Modern Shoe Rack in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Arca shoe rack/bench is made up of thin slats of wood which encircle the piece supporting the main body and creating a sensation of movement. The slats permit constant ventilation wh...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Suelo Modern Bench
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern bench is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek, topped with a comfort...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood

Solid Oak Mobley Bench in Natural Golden Finish
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Mobley bench in solid 1 3/4" oak using natural oils to give a golden finish Customizable to specifications.
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Outdoor Slat Bench in Vertical Grain Douglas Fir Wood Rustic Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ten10 Slat Bench made with vertical grain Douglas fir. It is suitable for indoor or outdoor use. The style of this bench is rustic. The legs are darker than the seat slats for subtle...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Spina Side Table in Wood 3 Edited by Portego Customizable Bench
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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Lacquer

Leo Bench, Ivory Bouclé & Wood Bench by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order wood & bouclé bench designed by Christian Siriano. Fabric for seat/back cushion: Ivory Bouclé Base: Black lacquered maple.  
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Bouclé, Maple

Spina Table in Lac Wood Bordeaux 1 Edit by 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 proportio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Lacquer

Corbu Ottoman in Grey Oak by DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the curved forms of Le Corbusier's High Court in Chandigarh, the Corbu bench features a domed seat that blends seamlessly into its contoured so...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Amy Solid Walnut and Maple Bench
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Amy bench is constructed of one and three quarter inch solid walnut on two solid maple pedestal bases. We use a high quality bees wax finish from Clapham's in British Columbia. T...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Corbu Bench in Walnut by DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the curved forms of Le Corbusier's High Court in Chandigarh, the Corbu bench features a domed seat that blends seamlessly into its contoured so...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Bench Sitting AccardiBuccheri Medulum Oak Sheet Metal
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Vodo is a line of furniture redefining internal landscapes. Objects made of bent sheets of metal, recalling voids like windows opened towards inhabited spaces, sculptures that become a bench, a bookcase, a bedside table or a consolle. Elementary forms inspired by architectural shapes...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Sheet Metal

21st Century, Modern, Bouclé, Brass, Hand carved, Oak, Furniture, IO Bench
Located in Istanbul, TR
IO Bench Hand-sculpted solid wood legs, Bouclé fabric and Patinated brass. Designed by Buket Hoscan Bazman
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Hypnotizm Solid Hardwood Slatted Bench by Izm Design
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
Hypnotizm is the perfect bench for entryway, foot of your bed, additional dining room seating, or as a hall table. With an obvious nod to George N...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood

S Collection Wooden Bench Woven with Jute
Located in CDMX, MX
S Collection wooden bench woven with jute available in oak or tzalam wood.
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Benches

Materials

Jute

Bench with Antique Rug Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bench, in the style of Stephen's Kenn Inheritance Collection, has been upholstered with an antique rug from the collection of King Kennedy rugs. The textile has been lovingly re...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Mountains Cedar Bench, Designed by Hsiao-Ching Wang, Made in Italy
By Hsiao Chin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (1.8) Bench made from a single block of scented cedar. Unique wavy and sinuous movement that...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Hypnotizm Solid Hardwood Slatted Bench by Izm Design
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
Hypnotizm is the perfect bench for entryway, foot of your bed, additional dining room seating, or as a hall table. With an obvious nod to George N...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Velvet and Bronze Bench
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary bench is a statement design piece. The design is inspired by the pieces clear horizontal lines and stability that the stripes and open structure provides. This bench is ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Bronze

Bedside Table Stool Little AccardiBuccheri Medulum Wood Sheet Metal
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Vodo is a line of furniture redefining internal landscapes. Objects made of bent sheets of metal, recalling voids like windows opened towards inhabited spaces, sculptures that become a bench, a bookcase, a bedside table or a consolle. Elementary forms inspired by architectural shapes...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Sheet Metal

Minimalist Arched Upholstered Bench in Italian Gray Oak by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Arcade Bench 48" is a nod to the ancient Roman architectural form, a succession of contiguous arches supported by columns. The bench has...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Apollo Loveseat, Sofa, Daybed, Dark Brass Frame and Cream Boucle by Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Apollo loveseat comprises of a series of playfully fine, elongated metal loops, which embrace the upholstered cushion rolls together to form its lo...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Montgomery Woven Leather Bench 60in
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Montgomery Bench by Crump and Kwash Solid wood frame / handwoven vegetable tanned leather seat / no VOC oil finish Dimensions: 18 H x 16 D x 60 ...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut, Maple, Leather

Contemporary QD02 Invisible Grey Marble Bench
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The QD02 contemporary marble bench made of invisible grey marble with brass details. Each piece is made from a unique slab of marble making each and eve...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Marble, Brass

RS Barcelona On the Road Bench in Peacock Fabric by Stone Designs
Located in Edison, NJ
The On the road bench isn’t interested in anything showy or superfluous. It presents itself just as it is: a natural, unassuming bench, inspired by a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Beech

RS Barcelona On the Road Bench in Ash Fabric by Stone Designs
Located in Edison, NJ
The On the road bench isn’t interested in anything showy or superfluous. It presents itself just as it is: a natural, unassuming bench, inspired by a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Beech

Stool/Bench Modern Medieval Handmade Horsehair Iron Woven Textile Fringe Tassel
Located in Bronx, NY
HORSE HAIR BENCH NO. 1 - WHITE J.M. Szymanski d. 2019 Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to create an exciting juxtaposition o...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel, Iron

Handmade Modern Bench by Peter Harrison, Industrial Concrete Cables & Black Wood
Located in Middle Grove, NY
The Axis bench is made from aluminum, concrete, stainless steel cable and Mahogany dyed black. It has an undulating pattern of cable which plays off of its convex sides. Unorthodox c...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Benches

Materials

Concrete, Stainless Steel, Aluminum

7-foot Bench in White Ash with Wool Upholstered Cushion by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
Like logs washed up and resting along the shoreline, the soft corners of this pillow-top solid wood bench will be at peace anywhere. With side tables and an upholstered seat for two, this is a useful addition to any modern setting. Whether you see it as an assortment of driftwood blocks, pillows, or marshmallows, the Pillowy Bench provides a gentle place to land. Made out of solid Canadian white ash with a powder coated steel frame and 100% wool upholstered cushion seat, the Pillowy Bench can be customized to a variety of lengths and fabric colors. Shown in the main image is the 7-foot bench with dark green wool fabric and an upholstered seat length of 48". The bench is also available as a 6-foot long ($5650) with pale pink wool version with an upholstered seat length of 36". All benches...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Coracle Bench with Storage, White Oak and eco-friendly Vegetable Tanned Leather
Located in Hamilton, ON
Inspired by ancient fishing vessels, the Coracle bench features a half hide of English bridle leather remarkably formed and stretched by hand about a fra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood, Oak

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

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Holly Hunt Light Brown, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
T50 Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the T50 lounge chair pays homage...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Wool, Oak, Wood, Bouclé, Mohair

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Pierre Frey Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
T50 Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the T50 lounge chair pays homage...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Mohair, Oak, Wood, Bouclé

Viva Stripe Black and White Bench by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Stripe Black and White Bench by Houtique Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood Also available in different ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Tillikum Black Oak Bench by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
The Tillikum bench in Blackened Oak is set on matte black frame and legs for a dramatic statement. The minimalist design by Kirk Van Ludwig combines these elements to create a modern entrance bench. A tailored bench for contemporary design-driven people who like to make a statement. A welcome addition to any room, use this modern wood and acrylic bench as an entryway bench, under a window, pulled up to a table, or as a hallway bench. Handcrafted bench with sustainable materials - matte black frame and legs using solid surface material made of 65% recycled paper and a non-petroleum resin, FSC certified, with a torched and fumed solid oak top. Designed by Kirk Van Ludwig, six-time Designer of the Year finalist for Western Living magazine. Autonomous Furniture...
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2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut, Fir, Paper, Oak

Tillikum Black Walnut Bench by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
The dramatic Tillikum Black by Autonomous Furniture features our Black Walnut solid wood top set on striking matte black frame and legs. The minimalist design by Kirk Van Ludwig combines these elements to create a modern handcrafted bench. A welcome addition to any room, use this bench in an entryway, under a window, pulled up to a table, or at the foot of a bed. Matte black frame and legs using solid surface...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Paper, Walnut, Fir

Clothespin 94 Inches Cedar Bench with White Iron Spring, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2) Bench made of solid scented cedar worked from single blocks. It features a sculptured de...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

De Sede DS-777 Dining Table in Jade Stone by Bruno Fattorini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“I want to build a table for you”, marked the beginning of the collaboration on the DS-777 dining table series between the Milanese designer and De Sede. From the very beginning, Fat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Benches

Materials

Jade

SSB01B Contemporary Bench in MDF
Located in London, GB
SSB01B bench is the first object created by sashaxsasha as a piece of collectible design. The source of inspiration for the form of the objects is the furniture that construction w...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Eero Aarnio Black Copacabana Bench
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Eero Aarnio, 1991 The Copacabana was designed to go with the Pastil chair; the curved line of the table suits the round shape of the chair. Copacabana can be used as bot...
Category

2010s Finnish Modern Benches

Materials

Fiberglass

Contemporary Upholstered Bench, Blush Velvet/ Bronze Base
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary bench is a statement design piece. The design is inspired by the pieces clear horizontal lines and stability that the stripes and open structure provides. This bench is ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches

Materials

Bronze

Tatami Tables, Japanese Straw Weaving with Eastern Marquetry
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the vibrant colors of modern Japan, the tatami tables are made of a traditional straw weaving technique typical of Japanese flooring framed wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Modern Benches

Materials

Straw

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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