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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Returnable Items Only
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...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
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 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Viva Stripe Black and White Bench by Houtique
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
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
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...
Category
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 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Long Steel and Felt Bench by Roberto Gabetti & Aimaro Isola, 1969
By Roberto Gabetti and Aimaro Isola, Roberto Gabetti
Located in New York City, NY
Long Steel and Felt Bench by Roberto Gabetti & Aimaro Isola for ARBO, Italy
Additional Information:
Materials: Tapisom (Heavy duty Felt), Chromed Steel, La...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
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
Sculptural Champaign White Leather Vitra Flower Bench By SANAA - Set of 3
By SANAA
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,...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Leather
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,...
Category
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
1989 Antonio Citterio for Vitra Area Montage Daybed Bench Sofa w/ Black Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original Montage, Area Series daybed/sofa, designed by Antonio Citterio for Vitra. This design was produced in 1988 and continued in production for a few years ...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Pierre Frey Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
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, Bouclé, Wood, Oak
Pair of Sculptural Curved Benches
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite 20th century American Modernist curved benches, originating from an Arts and Crafts house in upstate New York, tell a story of both form and function. Their simple yet sculptural architectural frames are a testament to the modernist movement's emphasis on design rooted in geometric forms and harmonious integration into the architecture in which it lives.
These benches once graced the game room of that house, standing sentinel on either end of a billiard table. Their crest rails, perfectly positioned for leaning or sitting, witnessed countless games of pool and camaraderie. Now, these beauties have been meticulously restored. Upholstered in an Italian Alpine...
Category
20th Century American Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
Viva Purple Bench by Houtique
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...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
American Designer, Large Organic Bench, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A large organic off white bouclé fabric over wood bench designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.
Condition: Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, 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 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Wood
1950s George Nelson Herman Miller 72.5 inch 4692 Slatted Platform Bench in Birch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1950s vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller natural and black-lacquered birch platform bench (Model 4692). This classic George Nelson example has a gorgeous pa...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Birch
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
1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Model 400 Bench in Oak with Black Base
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an iconic slatted oak bench designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by Knoll. It dates to circa 1952. This piece was constructed using solid oak wood for the top an...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
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
Steel Sculptural Stool by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural stool - Arno Declercq
Measures:
Small: 63 cm L x 38 cm W x 69 cm H
24,8” L x 15” W x 27" H
Medium: 104 cm L x 38 cm W x 69 cm H
41” L x 15” W x 27" H
Large: 1...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Rustic Solid oak benches -sold separately
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W60 D21 H32.5 SW60 SD13 SH17
Rustic Solid oak benches sold separately. These primitive benches have been restored, filled and sealed. Both benches are heavy and structurally sound. ...
Category
1970s Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Driftwood
Viva Checkerboard Black White Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Checkerboard Black White Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also availab...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
1950s Erwine & Estelle Laverne Woven Black Leather Bench Laverne International
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a very rare Erwine & Estelle Laverne woven black leather bench, produced by Laverne International. This example dates to the 1950's and is in gorgeous original con...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Eto Bench in Coral cotton velvet with upholstered legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Eto Bench is our new addition to our collection for 2023, to compliment our elegant Eto range. This piece is idyllic as an end-of-bed bench or hallway statement piece. Simple and beautifully detailed, with exquisite scrolled arm rests...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
1984 Herman Miller Eames 3734 T&em Four Seater Arm Shell Bench in Gray Naugahyde
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Herman Miller Eames Tandem four seater bench, model 3734 base and 3730 top, designed by Ray and Charles Eames. This set was manufactu...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
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
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
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
2014 Poltrona Frau Quadra Bench / Ottoman by Studio Cerri & Associati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single Quadra bench, designed in 2001 by Studio Cerri & Associati for Poltrona Frau. Studio Cerri is the collaboration of two dynamo Italian designers, Pierluigi Cerri and ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Viva Checkerboard Green and Purple Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Checkerboard Green and Purple Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different co...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
DMP Side Table by Goons
By Goons
Located in Paris, FR
DMP Side Table/Bench was originally designed for a collaboration project, which will launch in 2024. This side table/bench consists of Goons signature zigzag legs and a top with 1 rounded and 3 right angle corners...
Category
2010s French Modern Benches
Materials
Birch, Plywood
2014 Poltrona Frau Quadra Bench / Ottoman by Studio Cerri & Associati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Quadra ottoman, designed in 2001 by Studio Cerri & Associati for Poltrona Frau. Studio Cerri is the collaboration of two dynamo Italian designers, Pierluigi Cerri and Aless...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Giorgio Cattano Mammut (Mammoth) bench for Cleto Munari, Italy limited edition
By Cleto Munari
Located in Skokie, IL
Giorgio Cattano Mammut (Mammoth) bench for Cleto Munari, Italy, 2009 from an edition of 99 examples
Additional Information:
Materials: Enameled Steel
Dimensions: 17 3/4" H x 94 1/2"...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
2010 Alias Teak Outdoor Three Seat Bench Settee in Cast Aluminum by Alberto Meda
By Alias, Alberto Meda
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (two are available, but the price listed is for each bench) Teak Setes bench designed by Alberto Meda and produced by Alias. It is a gorgeous example cons...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Up Green Faux Leather Bench
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
The Up series, which stands out with its retro-futuristic style, brings together different materials as part of Lagu's signature design approach. The UP Benc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood, Foam, Faux Leather, Upholstery
Stainless Steel Bench by Vladimir Kagan for Gucci, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A stunning modernist stainless steel bench designed by Vladimir Kagan for Gucci, 1990s. This versatile bench would work in any interior, wheth...
Category
1990s American Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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
Nabuk Gold Arch Bench by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Nabuk Gold Arch Bench by Pietro Franceschini
Materials: Nabuk.
Dimensions: W 155 x L 33 x 43cm.
Manufacturer: Prinzivalli.
Available finishes:
Steel (black, white, brass finish)
Alu...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Other
Uginox Benches, France 1970
By Uginox
Located in New York, NY
Bent stainless steel benches with light blue hair on hide upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Viva Stripe Blue and Brown Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Stripe Blue and Brown Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Please contact us.
VIVA BENC...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Dark Olive Heavy Canvas and Blackened Steel Extra Large Bench
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Bench can be used as a chaise extension on the sofa or two-seat sofa, as an independent seating option, or as a large upholstered coffee table...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Panca o divanetto Vienna in metallo di Rodney Kinsman per Bieffeplast 1980 ca.
Located in MIlano, IT
Divano o panca modello Vienna con struttura con braccioli dal profilo curvo, in metallo a sezione tonda con finitura in grigio opaco, schienale e seduta imbottiti e rivestiti nel lor...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Surf Bench by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede
Located in Geneve, CH
Surf Bench by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede
Unique piece
Dimensions: W 118 x D 34 x H 43 cm
Materials: Wood, Natural Fibers.
SURF bench in oak or walnut and seat in natural fibers of ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Vintage Chrome Over Steel X Frame Bench With White Boucle Upholstered Seat
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely vintage chromed steel X frame bench is from the 80's and has been re-upholstered in an off white boucle fabric for the top as a sling seat. It remains modern and it has e...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Steel, Chrome
“Ico” Bench in Walnut & Leather by Montaperto Studios, 2023
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handmade bench designed by Angelo Montaperto for Montaperto Studios in Walnut & Grey Leather, 2023. Inspired by it’s namesake, “Ico” bench, is an homage to t...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Walnut
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.
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric
Ghost Bench by Charly Bounan
Located in Geneve, CH
Ghost Bench by Charly Bounan
One of a Kind
Dimensions: D 75 x W 200 x H 56 cm.
Materials: Acrylic glass.
Bench for 4 people. Please contact us.
Charly B...
Category
2010s French Modern Benches
Materials
Glass
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
Fast Track, Buttoned Bench In Emerald Green Velvet
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
The deep buttoned bed foot stool in a emerald green color exudes shabby chic elegance. Crafted from solid wood, it harmoniously blends durability and sophis...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Oracle Bench by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Oracle Bench by kar
Dimensions: W 120 x D 41 x H 42 cm
Materials: Ash Wood, High Gloss.
Oracle bone script dates back to the Shang Dynasty of China, a tex...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Surf Bench by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede
Located in Geneve, CH
Surf Bench by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede
Unique piece
Dimensions: W 118 x D 34 x H 43 cm
Materials: Wood.
The upholstered SURF version proposes a bench with quality fabrics to your...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Surf Bench by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede
Located in Geneve, CH
Surf Bench by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede
Unique piece
Dimensions: W 118 x D 34 x H 43 cm
Materials: Wood.
The upholstered SURF version proposes a bench with quality fabrics to your...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Bench "X" by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede
Located in Geneve, CH
Bench "X" by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede
Unique piece
Dimensions: W 118 x D 34 x H 43 cm
Materials: Wood.
Bench serves as auxiliary furniture for the entrance of the house or in th...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Viva Gradient 011 Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Gradient 011 Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D100 x W45 x H48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Please contact us.
VIVA BENCH.
Designed ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Custom Made Limited Edition Ottomans or Benches With Off White Boucle Upholstery
Located in North Miami, FL
This pair of fabulous custom made limited edition modern benches or ottomans are coined the Cloud Series. They have never been used and are upholstered in a thick large off white fin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Large Mecato Bench by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Mecato bench by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. Fibers from Iraca palm leaves.
Technique: weaved by local craftspeople in Colombia. ...
Category
2010s German Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
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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