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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Polished Petrified Wood Coffee Table or Bench with Nice Modern Metal Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petrified wood top modernly designed coffee table (or bench). This custom coffee table has been fashioned from a gorgeous single thick slab of smoothly polished petrified wood, wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Indoor / Outdoor Black and Red Glossy Lacquered Bench by Christophe Pillet
By Serralunga
Located in Chicago, IL
Loop bench by Christophe Pillet for Serralunga.
Indoor / outdoor bench in glossy black and red lacquer. Frame in LLDPE (linear low-density polyethylene).
Dimensions:
180cm ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Lacquer
Megalithic Bench Seating Wood & Steel by Sol Bailey Barker REPby Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
Megalithic bench Sol Bailey barker
Charred Tropical hard wood & steel
Measures: 90.5" x 15" x 18.9"
The ancient standing stones of Britain hold within them a power and a mystery t...
Category
2010s British Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
White Bone Bench, Designed by Daï Sugasawa, Made in Italy
By D. Sugasawa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Plastic
American Leather 3 Seater Bench in White
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Bench made by American Leather furniture company. High quality white leather. 3 cushioned seats. The middle seat flips over to reveal a dark espresso wood tray.
The bench is on cas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Leather
Lotus Banquette - Modern White Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference to elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
American Leather 3 Seat Bench in White
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Bench made by American Leather furniture company. High quality white leather. 3 cushioned seats. The middle seat flips over to reveal a dark espresso wood tray.
In white leather. L...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Leather
Lotus Banquette - Modern Black Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference to elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Lotus Banquette - Modern Brown Leather Sofa with Brass Legs
Located in London, GB
The Lotus collection was created as a reference to elegance and etiquette, imbuing its design of a magnetic personality with its geometrical beauty. Its structure is shaped from curv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Burnt Sienna Cheetah Cut Velvet and Faux Fur Organic Modernism Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 68”W x 24.25”D x 17.25”H
Price As Shown: $4,399 each
COM Price: $2,900 each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture d...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Faux Fur, Poplar
Proportions of Stone Stool by Lee Sisan
Located in Geneve, CH
Proportions of stone stool 01 by Lee Sisan, 2019
Dimensions: W 36 x D 36 x H 45 cm
Materials: Stainless steel, natural stone
Each piece is made to order and...
Category
2010s South Korean Modern Benches
Materials
Stone, Steel
1960s John Behringer Link Bench Model 656 for Fabry Associates
By John Behringer, Fabry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous 4-seater bench (model 656) by John Behringer for Fabry Associates. These iconic benches were used in the TWA terminal, famously designed by Eero Saarine...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
American Leather 3 Seat Benches in White, a Pair
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
A pair of benches made by American Leather furniture company. High quality white leather. 3 cushioned seats. The middle seat flips over to reveal a dark espresso wood tray.
In whit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Leather
Vintage Modern Aero Bench Styled after Lievore Altherr Molina for Sellex
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modern Aero Bench Styled after Lievore Altherr Molina for Sellex
This wonderful aluminum bench was styled after one for Lievore Altherr Molina's Spanish design consultation ...
Category
1990s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Graffiti Project Bench by Wonwoo Koo
Located in Geneve, CH
Graffiti Project Bench by Wonwoo Koo
Dimensions: D 35 x W 160 x H 55 cm.
Materials: Oak wood veneer.
Different color options are available: black, beige, white gray, blue or orange....
Category
2010s South Korean Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
Pair of Contemporary Herringbone X-Form Bronze Benches
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of contemporary 20th century herringbone benches with bronze x-form bases.
Newly reupholstered in herringbone fabric in 2022.
Category
20th Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Alma
By André Ferri
Located in Belo Horizonte, MG
Solid wood bench with water-based varnish finish.
The aluminum structure, in addition to being the base, has a rod on which you can place a stem from a solitary plant.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Mappa Burl Bench
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A Uniqe bench in Mappa Burl. Handmade by Swedish Master Cabinet Maker Axel Wannberg.
Mappa Burl is a beautiful wood with unique character. This bench is made from solid Mappa Bur...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Benches
Materials
Burl
V-Bench in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
V-bench in Iroko wood by Arno Declercq
Dimensions: W 180 x D 38 x H 55 cm
Materials: burned and waxed Iroko wood
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art dealer who makes bespok...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Chic Worlds Away Faux Ostrich and Polished Nickel Stool Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glam vanity bench or stool having elegant polished nickel base and creamy faux ostrich upholstered seat. Like new.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Nickel
Victorian Eastlake Walnut Stool Bench - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Victorian Eastlake Walnut Stool Bench - Pair
Each bench measures: 28 wide x 15 deep x 18.75 high
About Photos: We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much de...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
A Pair Of Unusual Benches By John Vesey ca' 1960's
By John Vesey
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of rare benches in solid brass by John Vesey, ca' 1960's. Priced per pair (2 pairs or four stools available). Heavy brass, reupholstered in natural suede.
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Modern Tufted Leather Upholstered Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
This bench is covered in luxurious brown leather with a tufted design on its tops and sides. It sits on oak legs in a natural finish and has two silver ring handles on each end.
The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Wood
Famed Bench Small Pink
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Famed Short Bench is one of the small but most functional pieces in the collection with its elegant posture. In the design where your comfort is prioritized, the unique elegance of b...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Benches
Materials
Metal, Brass
'Cusi' Bench in Pierre Frey Quinoa Mohair
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
This fun yet Classic bench is indeed a celebration of the Romanian sculptor Constantin Brâncusi’s contribution to modernism, referencing one of his most celebrated work, Infinite Col...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery
Camber Bench, Paul Coenen
By Paul Coenen
Located in Geneve, CH
Camber bench, Paul Coenen
Dimensions: W 118 x D 37 x H 45 cm
Materials: Stainless steel
The Camber bench and stool originated from the idea of manufacturing a piece of furniture fro...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Curve, 71" Cedar Bench, Designed by Brodie Neill, Made in Italy
By Brodie Neill
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bench in a single block of scented sandblasted cedar. Distinguished by its arched shape below the seat that exalts the wood grains and the shades of the natural cedar.
Designed by Br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Cedar
Bench covered in white Bouclé, 1960s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A small mid-century style bench, covered in white bouclet, new upholstery.
Category
1960s Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Guglielmo Pecorini, Bench, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Italy, c. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brass, and white fabric bench designed and produced by Guglielmo Pecorini, Italy, circa 1950s.
seat height 13.5”.
Literature: M. R. Rogers, Italy At Work. Her Renaissance i...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Nest Bench by Morgan Clayhall, sculptural steel, leather
Located in Toronto, CA
The Nest bench is from our Nest series of designs.
The Nest bench designed and finished by hand in our Toronto studio, Morgan Clayhall. The Nest bench is inspired by the rustic and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Lucite Bench Upholstered in Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Design and purpose best describe this one-of-a-kind custom bench. This piece features an authentic classic Monogram Louis Vuitton fabric...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Lucite
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
Walnut Ball Foot Bench with Saddle Shaped Seat - Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Modern, organic style bench with ball / sphere feet of solid walnut. Saddle shaped seat and upholstered with eight-way hand-tied springs and high density f...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Birdseye Maple, Maple, Walnut, Beads
Tsuke Bench by Naibu
Located in Geneve, CH
Tsuke Bench by Naibu
Materials: Brushed oak wood.
Dimensions: D 50 x W 40 x H 100 cm.
Naibu
We are a multidisciplinary studio founded by Mara Calderón de la Barca and Brenda Ochoa, ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
A Classic Upholstered Bench With Caned Back
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic upholstered bench with original speckled finish. Caned back, reupholstered in Larsen fabric.
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Mahogany
'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
Modern Black Braided Leather Bench W/ Suede Arms & Polished Brass Legs
Located in Porto, PT
Limited Edition: Zeus Bench is a modern bench design, perfect for a modern hotel lobby or a presidential suite. An upholstered leather seat with a s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
X-Bench
By FOS
Located in Copenhagen, DK
About the bench
Other joys and fears or x- bench which come from the crooked legs making an X.
The bench is one of the furnitures connected to the art institution from where one rest...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete
Waterfall Velvet Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
With cascading curves in a smooth taupe velvet, this waterfall-style, upholstered bench effortlessly mixes organic simplicity with notes of glamour.
A Silver Driftwood frame adds su...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Kai Walnut and Black Steel Bench by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Introducing the epitome of modern luxury and functionality – the Kai Walnut Bench by Autonomous Furniture. Crafted with precision and passion by renowned designer Kirk Van Ludwig, th...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Metal, Steel
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
Kai Whitened Ash and Black Steel Bench by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Step into the realm of modern elegance with the Kai Petite Bench by Autonomous Furniture – where refined design meets unparalleled craftsmanship. Crafted with meticulous attention to...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Metal, Steel
Encore Modern Floating Banquette
Located in Westwood, NJ
A lavish landing for the end of bed, this bench introduces a note of luxury to bedrooms, powder rooms, and dressing areas. Suspended between two clear acrylic panels, a plush cushion...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Acrylic
Parchment Bench Attributed. Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Houston, TX
Jean-Michel Frank style goatskin bench newly upholstered in French gray mohair with feather down wrapped seat cushion.
Category
20th Century Modern Benches
Materials
Goatskin, Wood
Structura Crisscross Bed Bench by Gio Bagnara
Located in New York, NY
GIOBAGNARA
Renowned for its elegant creations that convey luxury
without ostentation, GIOBAGNARA adheres to the
highest standards of craftsmanship. By pursuing
a philosophy that incorporates traditional know-
how with leading-edge technologies, and offering a
limitless color palette of quality leathers and suede,
founder Giorgio Bagnara has been able to experiment
and push the technical boundaries of his craft in
order to create pieces that are both beautiful and
functional.
Launched in 1999, the GIOBAGNARA brand
has quickly earned a reputation for expert leather
workmanship, and its founder has become a key
partner for a large number of interior designers
as well as a select group of yacht and private jet
designers who rely on his specialized knowledge
to realize made-to-measure commissions.
In 2015, Giorgio Bagnara expanded his leather
goods portfolio with the acquisition of saddle leather
specialist RABITTI1969.
In 2017, Bagnara initiated a collaboration with French
designer Stéphane Parmentier, who was appointed
creative director of GIOBAGNARA and its affiliate
brands.
In 2018, the company’s portfolio grew with the
strategic acquisition of PIGMENT FRANCE...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Leather
Structura Crisscross Bench by Gio Bagnara
Located in New York, NY
GIOBAGNARA
Renowned for its elegant creations that convey luxury
without ostentation, GIOBAGNARA adheres to the
highest standards of craftsmanship. By pursuing
a philosophy that inco...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Wood
Anza Large Upholstered Bench with Floating Cushion
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For the past six years Portuguese designer Rui Pereira and Japanese designer Ryosuke Fukusada have been collaborating on projects that tap into the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Brown Ash Solid Wood Bench, Entryway Wood Bench
Located in Naperville, IL
The Eola bench provides a multi-use bench that can be easily placed in the kitchen, dining room, den, lounge or other space. With a double backing and forward angled legs, this Mid-C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Infinite Modern Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swirling with Infinite Possibilities are intertwining Whisper of Gold metal rings that create the sculptural base of this exquisite bench. Covered in a dark taupe fabric with the sof...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
e15 Calle Wood Bench by Philipp Mainzer
By e15, Philipp Mainzer
Located in New York, NY
The solid wood bench Calle consists of a contoured seat, two sides flushed with the seat and a support beam underneath. The top surface tapers toward the middle to allow comfortable ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
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
Minimal Modern Customizable Bench Full Upholstered in Green Linen
By Marnois
Located in Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia
An upholstered contemporary green bench , in neutral colors, fitting any kind of interiors.
Introducing our Contemporary Upholstered Bench, a versatile and stylish piece that seamlessly blends into various interior styles, from the most minimalistic to brutalist designs. Its neutral color provides a timeless base, while its contemporary aesthetic adds a touch of sophistication to any space.
This bench has been meticulously designed to offer not only exceptional comfort but also design flexibility. With a sturdy structure and clean lines, it harmoniously fits into modern, industrial, and even brutalist spaces. The versatility of this piece allows it to be incorporated into living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, or even commercial settings.
The highlight of this bench lies in its customization capabilities. We provide a wide range of fabric options, allowing you to choose the texture and color that best align with your design vision. Whether you prefer classic neutral tones or more bold and vibrant colors, there is a fabric option to suit your preferences.
Beyond its impeccable aesthetics, this bench is a testament to craftsmanship quality. High-quality materials and attention to detail ensure durability and a luxurious seating experience. Acquire the Contemporary Upholstered Green Color Bench...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches
Materials
Linen, Wood
"Construction" Minimalist Bench in Natural Solid Wood and Painted Steel
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The design Construction bench is inspired in the improvised structures used in non-professional constructions such as scaffolding made of reclaimed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian 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
Modern Metal Bench with Faux Flokati Seat
Located in New York, NY
Modern metal bench, rectangular, the faux Mongolian lamb upholstered seat above two grey enameled metal supports conjoined by a stretcher. 22" H ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Custom Rectangular Concrete Bench, 'Skye'
Located in Cazadero, CA
These customizable mid-weight concrete benches or coffee tables with or without impressions from real leaves can make a natural addition to nearly any room or outdoor environment.
T...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete
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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