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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Kaleidoscope Bench (brown)
Located in MEDINA, AU
This Kaleidoscope bench is one of a pair executed in different veneers whilst retaining the same base material of American Ash. The listing you're looking at is made of Ash, Walnut...
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2010s Australian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

e15 Customizable ELBE III Bench by Marguerre, Besau and Schöning
By Eva Marguerre, Marcel Besau and Daniel Schöning, e15
Located in New York, NY
Originally conceived for concert hall Elbphilharmonie by Herzog & de Meuron architects, bench ELBE III is focussed on essential forms that allow for classic references. The removable...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Textile

e15 Calle Wood Bench by 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches

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Wood

Black Ash Solid 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Modern Benches

Materials

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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Sheep Bench by Studio AHEAD
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep bench is designed by Studio Ahead. The bench is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep. Each side design is unique. Designed and fabricated...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Wool, Felt

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood, Oak

KGBL Lennox Bench
By KGBL
Located in New York, NY
While benches are not typically associated with comfort, the Lennox Bench, with its twin cushions, is the embodiment of unexpected ease. Featuring Fortuny's Camo Isole fabric. This ...
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2010s Modern Benches

Materials

Suede, Fabric, Wood

Modern Luxury Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Elegant in a luxe material mix, this streamlined bench is well-scaled for the end-of-bed or an entryway. A reeded apron in a creamy Almond Milk finish brings a sense of rhythm and s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

White Chrome Vinyl Shiro Chair, Kuramata Tribute, in Stock (80s style)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Shiro chair comes in several colors, custom or supplied by owner fabrics. Its language is a classic take on modern movement furniture pieces such as Mies Van Der Rohe's Barcelona chair, and especially a tribute to the Japanese designer...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Sintra Bench
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Sintra Bench in oak Designed by Project 213A in 2023 The bench is made by highly skilled craftsmen in Northern Portugal from solid oak. Bespoke dimensions and wood options availabl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

White Arch Bench by Karstudio
Located in Geneve, CH
White Arch bench by Karstudio. Materials: FRP. Dimensions: 120 x 40 x 43 cm. *This piece is suitable for outdoor use. Both display ways make it the ...
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2010s Chinese Modern Benches

Materials

Fiberglass

CraftAssociates Bench, Alaska Modern Wood Bench, Walnut, Upholstered
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Bench, Alaska Modern Wood Bench, Walnut, Upholstered This Alaska Modern Wood Bench in walnut is expertly crafted and upholstered. T...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

CraftAssociates Bench, Alaska Modern Upholstered Bench, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Bench, Alaska Modern Upholstered Bench, Walnut This Alaska Modern Bench is expertly crafted and upholstered. The bench boasts hand cut high-density foam and commerci...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Custom Cassaro Corner Banquette
Located in Houston, TX
Custom showroom corner banquette with Zebrawood veneer in Cassaro fabric from Italy. Also available C.O.M. Each bench measures 28" in depth, 56" in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches

Materials

Zebra Wood

Bench Rendez-Vous Model by Studio Superego, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
A beautiful bench Redez-Vous model in transparent plexiglass with different colors and with two brass legs designed by Studio Superego for Superego Editions. Signed. Biography: Supe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Rounded Black Bouclé Bench With Handpainted Legs
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Bench is a maximalist bench with a seductive texture and a luxurious combination of simple shapes. The bench has a rounded silhouette and is upholstered in velvet for a warm and inviting feel. This sophisticated seating option is the perfect addition to a contemporary dining room or to create a cozy moment in the entryway or hallway. With sculptural feet, this modern bench is a stunning piece that transforms any room. The oversized shapes, charismatic silhouettes, bold patterns, and pops of color of maximalist furniture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Small Colorful Graffiti Tagged Wood Bench "Rase The Roof"
Located in East Quogue, NY
Fun, unique, one-of-a-kind tagged "Rase the Roof" small graffiti wood bench, with colorful graffiti tags covering the top and underside of the wood seat. Material: Spray paint, paint pens, and polyurethane on wood with steel legs Size: 52 x 11 x 16.5 in (L x W x H) Street culture and graffiti are well known for being provocative, appealing, bold, and uncompromising. Initially used by gangs to mark their territory in urban areas, graffiti has become a rich medium for unapologetically expressing ideas and statements. Graffiti represents a free art form that rebels against but now compliments domestic conventional forms. This unique, one-of-a-kind bench was tagged by a group of graffiti artists from Northern California who are more than artistic outlaws. They think outside the canvas. Their art is unsanctioned and boundless in its range. The furnishing transforms into a focal design point in a defined interior space. It reveals incredible imagination, color, and composition but remains provocative—an intriguing conversation piece for any design enthusiast! Wood bench, graffiti bench...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Bertu Bench, Rockefeller Modern Black Bench, Oak
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Bench, Rockefeller Modern Black Bench, Oak This Modern Black Bench - The Rockefeller is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. ...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Oak

21st Century Modern Walnut Bench with Leather Upholstered Seat Cushion
Located in Oakhurst, NJ
Introducing the 21st Century Modern Walnut Bench with Leather Upholstered Seat – a fusion of functionality, elegance, and timeless craftsmanship. This versatile bench is not just a p...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Large Gradient Bench by Philipp Aduatz
Located in Geneve, CH
Large gradient bench by Philipp Aduatz Limited Edition of 50 Dimensions: 230 x 56 x 45 cm Materials: 3D printed concrete dyed, reinforced with steel Also available in small. Available in red, blue, beige, green and black. The 3D printed gradient furniture collection is Philipp Aduatz latest project in the field of 3D concrete...
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2010s Austrian Modern Benches

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Lotus Banquette - Modern White Leather Sofa with Stainless Steel 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lotus Banquette - Modern Brown Leather Sofa with Stainless Steel 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

Stainless Steel

Doric Bench in Cerused White Oak and White Linen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Doric bench is a versatile and elegant piece, which has found its place in museums, offices, and homes. The brutalist, monolithic legs suggest ancient ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Hardwood, Maple

Intersekt Bench
Located in Dubai, AE
Drawing inspiration from Japanese minimalism, the Intersekt collection elevates its design with a harmonious blend of symmetrical and linear features. Its foundational material, Capr...
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2010s Emirian Modern Benches

Materials

Limestone

Organic Modern Hand Carved Woven Wood w/Stainless Steel Base Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand crafted carved wood low profile bench with solid steel base. Modern/contemporary style. One large log carved with a unique weave pattern.
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Sculptural Black Galaxy Fiberglass Popcorn Bench by Kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
Contemporary, hand sculpted fiberglass seat - Popcorn Bench by Kunaal Kyhaan. The sensual form, is imagined in a Galaxy finish with a unique composition of gloss black, iridescent g...
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2010s Indian Modern Benches

Materials

Fiberglass

Aluminum Bench by Mylene Niedzialkowski
Located in Geneve, CH
Aluminum Bench by Mylene Niedzialkowski Dimensions: D 80 x W 190 x H 47 cm. Materials: Aluminum and wood. Basic shapes associated with mascul...
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2010s French Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Laverne TG-18 Long Woven Leather Bench in Tan Leather on a Polished Chrome Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a TG-18 Long Woven Leather Bench in tan leather with a polished chrome frame produced by Gratz Industries. The bench was designed was designed by Katavolos, Littell and Kelle...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Sintra Curved Bench
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Sintra Curved Bench in oak Designed by Project 213A in 2023 The bench is made by highly skilled craftsmen in Northern Portugal from oak wood. Bespoke d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Taisan Bench designed by Lowlit Collective, Double
Located in Seoul, SO
Taisan Bench Single designed by Lowlit Collective Award Winning Design Dezeen Award 2022 Furniture Longlist 2023 iF Design Award Public Design Material Locally sourced post-consume...
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2010s South Korean Modern Benches

Materials

Plastic

Taisan Bench designed by Lowlit Collective, Single
Located in Seoul, SO
Taisan Bench Single designed by Lowlit Collective Award Winning Design Dezeen Award 2022 Furniture Longlist 2023 iF Design Award Public Design Material Locally sourced PCR, PIR pol...
Category

2010s South Korean Modern Benches

Materials

Plastic

Large Colorful Graffiti Tagged Wood Bench
Located in East Quogue, NY
Fun, unique, one-of-a-kind tagged "Rase Alley" graffiti wood bench, with colorful graffiti tags covering the top and underside of the wood seat. Material: Spray paint, paint pens, and polyurethane on wood with steel legs Size: 68 x 11 x 16.5 in (L x W x H) Street culture and graffiti are well known for being provocative, appealing, bold, and uncompromising. Initially used by gangs to mark their territory in urban areas, graffiti has become a rich medium for unapologetically expressing ideas and statements. Graffiti represents a free art form that rebels against but now compliments domestic conventional forms. This unique, one-of-a-kind bench was tagged by a group of graffiti artists from Northern California who are more than artistic outlaws. They think outside the canvas. Their art is unsanctioned and boundless in its range. The furnishing transforms into a focal design point in a defined interior space. It reveals incredible imagination, color, and composition but remains provocative—an intriguing conversation piece for any design enthusiast! Wood bench, graffiti bench...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Foot Bench in black
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Foot Bench Designed by Project 213A in 2022 The bench is part of the "Foot collection" which is all hand carved by skilled artisans in Northern Portugal. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Chestnut, Oak, Walnut

Laverne TG-18 Long Woven Leather Bench in Black Leather on Blackened Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a TG-18 Long Woven Leather Bench in black leather with a blackened bronze frame produced by Gratz Industries. The bench was designed was designed by Katavolos, Littell and Ke...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

In Stock in LA, Wedge, Black Cedar Wood Bench with Red Iron Base, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (1.8) Bench made of a single block of scented cedar with a simple and linear geometrical sha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Minimal Modern Bench Full Upholstered in Natural Beige Linen
Located in Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia
An upholstered contemporary 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 Neutral Color Bench...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Linen

Gufram Broken Bench by Snarkitecture - Blue edition 1/33
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Broken Bench, an irregular slab of “soft concrete” in polyurethane, seems to be the part missing from the large Broken Mirror, and just like the other pieces of the collection pl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Other

KGBL Parisi Bench
By KGBL
Located in New York, NY
The simple, refined silhouette of the Parisi Bench makes it a perfect entry or footboard piece. Brakeformed, Solid Brass legs are integrated into blocks of Fumed White Oak. Featuring...
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2010s Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Riva 1920 Curve Volcano-Black Cedar Wood Bench by Brodie Neill
Located in Boston, MA
Designer Brodie Neill skillfully combines straight lines and graceful curves in this contemporary bench, showcasing a harmonious blend. Crafted from cedar and available in a rich vol...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Lego Bench with a Storage Slot, White
Located in Istanbul, 34
The Lego Bench looks exactly like its name, with several blocky feet that give it an anthropomorphic feel. It’s not only eye-catching, but practical as you ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

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 ...
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2010s Spanish Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

e15 European Walnut Calle Bench Designed by Philipp Mainzer in STOCK
Located in New York, NY
e15 Calle Bench Design: Philipp Mainzer, 2002 Measures: 63” L x 15.75” D x 16.5” H European walnut oiled. The solid wood bench Calle consists of a contoured seat, two sides flushed w...
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2010s German Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Oak

Sculptural Champaign White Leather Vitra Flower Bench By SANAA - Set of 3
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculptural Champaign White Leather Vitra Flower Bench By SANAA - Set of 3 The Sculptural Champaign White Leather Vitra Flower Bench, designed by SANAA and offered as a set of three,...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

Modern Bridge Bench made with Wood, Textile, Handmade by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
Inspired by the Golden Bridge itself, this collection was carefully planned to include simple elements in order to create an idyllic setting. The pieces in this collection recast the...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Textile, Wood

2018 Axel Bench in Black Walnut by Tyler Hayes for BDDW 2x Available
By Tyler Hays, BDDW
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an “Axel” Bench, designed by Tyler Hayes for BBDW. The piece is composed of solid American Black Walnut slabs, having an applied oil finish. The design features straight-cut ...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

KGBL Norton Bench
By KGBL
Located in New York, NY
One half inch thick brass straps embrace and are subsumed into the solid wood bench-top. The simple strength of the Norton Bench makes it ideal as an entry piece or in juxtaposition ...
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2010s Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Laverne TG-18 Small Woven Leather Bench w/ Multi Color Leather Straps on Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a TG-18 Small Woven Leather Bench in multiple brown leathers with a light antique bronze frame produced by Gratz Industries. The bench was designed was designed by Katavolos,...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Petrified Wood Coffee Table or Bench with Sleek 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches

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Metal

Modern Bench, Coffee Table, Ottoman
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Bench / Table upholstered in a beautiful high quality fabric. Matching stools available. Please see pictures.
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2010s American Modern Benches

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Fabric

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

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Oak, Chestnut

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

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Mohair, Bouclé, Wood, Oak

Upholstered Cherry Wood and Douglas Fir Bench by Gregory Beson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elemental wood-frame bench with a soft top is shown upholstered in one-of-a-kind vintage linen, but it is available made to order in COM / COL. It can also be custom ordered in ...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Cherry, Fir

Viva Purple Bench by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Purple Bench by Houtique Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood Also available in different colours. Please contact u...
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2010s Spanish Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

2014 Egalite Bench designed by Suzanne Trocmé for Bernhardt Design 6x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single (the price listed is for each bench, though multiple benches are available) Egalite bench, designed by Suzanne Trocmé for Bernhardt Design. Its frame is composed of ...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Scena Bench
Located in Beograd, RS
This bench was created as an addition to the bed Wave. The primary purpose was to be set up in front of or near the bed Wave and to be a support element for changing clothes. In addi...
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2010s Balkan Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

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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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