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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Number in Set: Set of 12 or more
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 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-056-1 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 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 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-056-1 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 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-056-1 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 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 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 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
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
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak 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. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak 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 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
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak 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 Natural Oak 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 Natural Oak 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 d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak 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 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 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. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak 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 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
Dust Bench, Small with Natural Oak 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 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. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Mountains Bench Hsiao-Ching Wang Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva19
By Riva 1920
Located in Cantù, IT
Bench made from a single block of scented cedar. Unique wavy and sinuous movement that evolves through an interplay of fullness alternated with emptiness.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Cedar
OPIARY 'Soy Una Roca' Sculptural Concrete Seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Soy Una Roca concrete rock seats are an elegant way to introduce nature and sculpture into your space. Like all Opiary products, these are hand-sculpted i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete
Smoke Leather 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
Barney Solid Walnut Side Bench
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Barney's Bench is hand crated of solid walnut. The design features minimal details, allowing the character of the wood to be the main feature.
This...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Contemporary Silent Bench in Burnished Natural Wood
Located in London, GB
The Silent Bench illustrates the beauty within the imperfections of natural wood. While the whole piece is charred to give it a minimal aesthetic, the sha...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Pair of Grey Painted Benches
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern Jacobean single bench constructed of acacia and finished in pale grey paint with a fine rush seat is perfect at the foot of a bed.
Dimensions: 38...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Handcrafted Solid White Ash Himes Bench 60"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio
Located in Toronto, ON
Originally created to pair with our Himes Table, the Himes Bench explores the principals of tension and compression. Each of the six parts that make up this piece fit into one and other and are held together using these forces of strength and stability. This bench features a through tenon connection between its legs and top creating a stunning contrast in grain and a clean design detail. Additionally a subtle angled cut adds interest to and comfort to the bench seat. Customized lengths available.
We work with North American solid hardwoods on a made-to-order fabrication basis. The images and pricing above illustrate our use of flat cut white ash in a variety of stains. Additional offerings in white oak, dark oak, walnut & hard maple are available, with different finish oils & stains at our disposal.
Please reach out for any customizations to species, stains, or leather quality. We are more than happy to provide more information and pricing as per your specifications.
As all of our products are made-to-order, we cannot accept returns or refunds of purchased items.
Crating, shipping & packaging materials are not included in the flat rate shipping quote provided. Please inquire within at the time of order for a quote on any applicable charges.
Mary Ratcliffe Studio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Ash
Oscar Tusquets, Lluís Clotet Perforano Bench by BD Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The profile of this bench is taken from a bench designed by Gaudi for Güell Park in Barcelona. The authors affirm that the benches ergonomics are unimprovable. They have been part of...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
e15 Fawley Wood Bench by David Chipperfield
Located in New York, NY
The bench Fawley elegantly features a linear form referring to the structural principle of the table Fayland. Highlighting stability and comfort, a signature horizontal bar dominates...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Bench with Antique Rug Upholstery
By Stephen Kenn
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
Couture Yellow Bench by Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning bench is a superb accent in a modern or eclectic interior, where it will be a precious addition to a bedroom, entryway, or living room bringing a pop of sophisticated c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Playamar Dining Bench
By Casa Quieta
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Playamar Dining Bench is inspired by ingenious and rural furniture, with the aim of enjoying life outdoors.
Production time: 8-10 weeks for items w...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Benches
Materials
Marble
Libellula Eco Earthy Gold 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
Walee Bench 210cm, Natural Acacia Wood
By Moonler
Located in Chiangmai, TH
Usually treated as scraps, broken wood ends are joined to create furniture pieces of distinctive character. The assembly of small pieces allows customization with any desired shape a...
Category
2010s Thai Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Traaf Large Contemporary Bench in Granito and American Walnut
Located in London, GB
Traaf's design language offers a selection of the ancient and the modern. The basic characteristics of the materials used determine how these materials relate to each other and thus ...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Benches
Materials
Granite
21st Century Awaiting H Bench Printed Velvet and Brass double seating
Located in Roma, IT
This bench is part of the awaiting collection, presented by Secondome during Milan Fuorisalone 2016. It's a series of items born from the encounter between the printed silk and cotto...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Serra Pelada Bench by Arthur Vallin
Located in Geneve, CH
Serra Pelada Bench by Arthur Vallin
Limited 12 + 2 A/P
Dimensions: W 60 x D 20.5 x H 16.5 inch
Materials: Statuario Marble, Steel, Brass
Finishing: Hand s...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Marble, Brass, Steel
Big Sur Wooden Couch, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Big Sur couch is made out of 100% wool, and the structure is in lacquered wood. The couch was originally designed in 1986 by Peter Shire for Memphis M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Wool, Wood
Modern Classic Curved Back Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
Modern classic curved back bench upholstered with black velvet and botanical patterned loose cushion. Exposed poplar legs finished and stained by han...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Maple
Famed Brass Velvet Blue Upholstered Bench
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
*****LEAD TIME 5-6 WEEKS
The FAMED BLUE VELVET BENCH...harmoniously combines brass and fabric brining a refined elegance and comfort to your home.
Length: 59.1'' / Depth: 17.7'' /...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Arch Solid Cork Contemporary Sculptural Carved Side Table Bench Stool Natural
By Grain
Located in Bainbridge Island, WA
A realization of meticulous research, this piece is part of a collection that highlights the formal longevity and environmental sustainability of Mediterranean cork.
Monolithic an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Cork
ASYM Day Bed - Modern Asymmetrical Day Bed in Cream Boucle
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Introducing the Asym Day Bed, a stunning piece of furniture designed to add elegance and sophistication to your living space. With its asymmetrical design elements, this day bed is b...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery
Contemporary Handcrafted Bench "Aenos" in Wood and Marble Base by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handmade bench model "Aenos" in solid oak wood base, with inclined legs. Cushioned seat upholstered in linen in the center, with solid marble surfaces on each side.
Var...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Benches
Materials
Marble
Modern Lacquered Beveled Small Bench Upholstered in Grey Boucle Fabric
Located in Greenwich, CT
A new take on a classically shaped modern bench with its 3 inch beveled white lacquered base contrasting with a soft wooly grey upholstered seat, this piece is an excellent addition ...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Bouclé, Maple, Lacquer
Pure Bench Matteo Thun Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva 1920
By Matteo Thun
Located in Cantù, IT
Bench made from a single block of scented cedar. Distinguished by its minimalist and extremely natural design. Rests on feet made from the same wood.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Modern Tufted Leather X Frame Stool
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern tufted leather X frame stool, classic meets contemporary with this versatile piece. The top boxed cushion is crafted in rich brown leather accented with button tufting, it s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Brentwood Navy Leather and Blackened Steel Extra Large 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
Contemporary Handcrafted Geometric Ottoman "Aktis" in a Meander Form by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handcrafted ottoman "Aktis" shaped like a meander, entirely covered in fabric.
The geometric design of the seating is inspired by the Meander or Greek key, one of the mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery
Custom Bench in Deep Blue and Clear Lucite by Amparo Calderon Tapia
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Cobalt blue & Clear Lucite Bench by Amparo Calderon Tapia, a stunning addition to any contemporary living space. Crafted from high-quality Lucite material.
This bench...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Benches
Materials
Lucite
Bench with Antique Rug Upholstery
By Stephen Kenn
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
Bench/Stool Modern Medieval Handmade Horsehair Iron Tassel Fringe Woven
Located in Bronx, NY
HORSE HAIR BENCH NO. 3
J.M. Szymanski
D. 2022
Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to create an exciting juxtaposition of ele...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel, Iron
Libellula Eco Pink Pastel 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
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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