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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Leo Bench, Ivory Bouclé & Wood Bench by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order wood & bouclé bench designed by Christian Siriano.
Fabric for seat/back cushion:
Ivory Bouclé
Base: Black lacquered maple.
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Bouclé, Maple
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
Tillikum Black Oak Bench by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
The Tillikum bench in Blackened Oak is set on matte black frame and legs for a dramatic statement. The minimalist design by Kirk Van Ludwig combines these elements to create a modern entrance bench.
A tailored bench for contemporary design-driven people who like to make a statement. A welcome addition to any room, use this modern wood and acrylic bench as an entryway bench, under a window, pulled up to a table, or as a hallway bench.
Handcrafted bench with sustainable materials - matte black frame and legs using solid surface material made of 65% recycled paper and a non-petroleum resin, FSC certified, with a torched and fumed solid oak top.
Designed by Kirk Van Ludwig, six-time Designer of the Year finalist for Western Living magazine. Autonomous Furniture...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut, Fir, Paper, Oak
Corbu Bench in Walnut by DeMuro Das
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the curved forms of Le Corbusier's High Court in Chandigarh, the Corbu bench features a domed seat that blends seamlessly into its contoured so...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Walnut
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
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
Bench Sitting AccardiBuccheri Medulum Oak Sheet Metal
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Vodo is a line of furniture redefining internal landscapes. Objects made of bent
sheets of metal, recalling voids like windows opened towards inhabited spaces,
sculptures that become a bench, a bookcase, a bedside table or a consolle.
Elementary forms inspired by architectural shapes...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Sheet Metal
21st Century, Modern, Bouclé, Brass, Hand carved, Oak, Furniture, IO Bench
Located in Istanbul, TR
IO Bench
Hand-sculpted solid wood legs, Bouclé fabric and Patinated brass.
Designed by Buket Hoscan Bazman
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Most Bench
Located in Beograd, RS
This bench was created as a design sequence inspired by the Bridge deckchair. Similar in construction to a deckchair, this bench exudes its poetics. Although it has calmer lines, the...
Category
2010s Balkan Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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
Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Leather Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven leather strap bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Teak
Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Synthetic Rattan Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven synthetic rattan bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Benches
Materials
Synthetic, Rattan
Fernando's Sculptural Wood Bench by CEU Studio, Represented by Tuleste Factory
By CEU Studio
Located in New York, NY
Fernando's Sculptural Bench by CEU
L 59" x W 28.7" x H 25.6"
One of a kind.
?Item available for immediate delivery.
Shipping is not included. See our shipping policies. P...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
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
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
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
Umpire Bench
Located in Miami, FL
The graphic layering of exotic burled and cathedral grained woods frame the luxe upholstery comprised of a satin twill, mohair and wool boucle.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches
Materials
Birdseye Maple
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
S Collection Wooden Bench Woven with Jute
Located in CDMX, MX
S Collection wooden bench woven with jute available in oak or tzalam wood.
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Benches
Materials
Jute
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
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
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
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
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
Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Leather Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven leather strap bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle woo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Teak
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
Rive Bench Big by Draga & Aurel Cement and Bronze, 21st Century
Located in Como, IT
Transparency Matters collection by Draga & Aurel:
Bench in concrete with details obtained through a technique involving the corrosion of sea salt. Hand finished brass leg.
The benc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Cement, Brass
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
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Tillikum Walnut Bench With Clear Acrylic Legs by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Step into contemporary elegance with the Tillikum Walnut Bench by Autonomous Furniture. Crafted with precision, this bench is more than just furniture; it's a statement piece for des...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
Acrylic, Oak, Walnut, Fir
Phase Design, "Pill Bench", (Three-Piece)
By Phase Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Important to note that this listing is for the Pill Bench (Three Piece) in a Flat Black Powder Coat Finish. Pricing is COM and this listing does not include...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Brass, Steel
Phase Design, "Pill Bench", (Two-Piece)
By Phase Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Important to note that this listing is for the Pill Bench (Two Piece) in a Flat Black Powder Coat Finish. Pricing is COM and this listing does not include t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Brass, Steel
Viva Gradient Yellow and Blue Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Gradient Yellow and Blue 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 B...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, 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
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
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
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
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
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
Handmade Modern Bench by Peter Harrison, Industrial Concrete Cables & Black Wood
Located in Middle Grove, NY
The Axis bench is made from aluminum, concrete, stainless steel cable and Mahogany dyed black. It has an undulating pattern of cable which plays off of its convex sides. Unorthodox c...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete, Stainless Steel, Aluminum
Hand Tailored Fringes Bench Offered in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
The handmade bench draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run along th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
Viva Checkerboard 024 Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Checkerboard 024 Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D100 x W45 x H48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Please contact us.
VIVA BENCH.
Desig...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Bo, Bench by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bo - Bench by Alva Design
Materials: Metalic and wooden structure, leather seat, brass spheres
Dimensions: 182 x 40 x 40 cm
ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Benches
Materials
Metal, Brass
Forsyth x Old Hickory Butte Bench with Custom California Sheepskin Cushion
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Forsyth X Old Hickory butte bench with custom California sheepskin cushion and Loro Piana buffalo leather
When the Old Hickory Furniture Company a...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Sheepskin, Hickory, Leather
Foot Bench in Walnut
By Project 213A
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. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut, Chestnut, Oak
Roll Arm Bench or Chaise in Silk by Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Roll arm bench or Chaise in Silk by Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture
Baker Furniture item number 6392, out of production. Muted yellow textured silk upholstery. Welt base standard, original Sable finish beech solids...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Silk, Beech
Contemporary Lock Stool in Oak
Located in London, GB
Lock, the first series of Kolektt is based on the idea of joining one single form to another.
In principle, two L-shaped pieces of different sizes create balance by interlocking. The linear form, which is striking at first glance, and its holistic stance consisting of one single solid material, give ‘Lock, a sculptural attitude. Launched with two different materials, wood and metal, the collection is also inspired by the material itself and the manufacturing process.
Produced entirely from solid oak wood. Characterized by contrast dying. Since wood is a natural material, wood grains may differ from the product in the image.
Materials: solid oak
Available colors/Finishes or customizations: - Cerused Black Oak...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
Viva Gradient Peach and Navy Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Gradient Peach and Navy Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D100 x W45 x H48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colours. Plea...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Viva Green Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Green 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 BENCH.
Designed by C...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Vintage R Jones Furniture Custom Contemporary Bench On Plinth
Located in Clermont, FL
A vintage RJones furniture tufted bench. Seat and back cushions constructed of foam core with a 25/75 down encased wrap - firm sit.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Materials
Polyester, Wood
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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