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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Hannes Wettstein for Cassina Xen Cabinet Bench
Located in New York, NY
Hannes Wettstein (Swiss, 1958-2008) for Cassina, 1990's Xen Cabinet Bench L15 (designed) in beechwood stained cherrywood on a coated steel base.
Dimensions: 26.75"H x 39.25"W x 17.7...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Willy Guhl Concrete and Steel Floating Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable mid-century floating concrete bench by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Circa 1960s. Sturdy and substantial. Holds the weight of 3 adults easily. Perfect minimal design as is c...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete, Steel
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
Milling Road Baker Furniture Upholstered Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Milling Road 20th century bench with hardwood frame and upholstered seat and sides. Versatile design style that can easily compliment either home or office environment. Please confir...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Benches
Materials
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
"Tavira" Rectangular Walnut and Leather Bracket Leg Bench
Located in New York, NY
2 "Tavira" Contemporary Mid-Century Modern-style rectangular benches with walnut frames and brown leather seat tops, resting on two bracket-shaped walnut legs.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Wood
Nico Bench by DeMuro Das in Solid Walnut
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
The Nico Bench combines handsome proportions with timeless materials and an emphasis on comfort. Straight lines are tempered by curved edges, resulting in a thoughtful balance of har...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Bench in Knoll Textile Plush Mohair with Blackened Steel Modern Contemporary
Located in Bronx, NY
THE WALTON BENCH
J.M. Szymanski
d. 2023
Modern and minimal meets intimate and timeless. Iron is combined with com. Available in COM only.
Custom sizes available. Made in the Br...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Viva Checkerboard Red and Pink Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Checkerboard Red and Pink Bench by Houtique
Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm
Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Also available in different colour...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
Viva White Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva White 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
Swan Modern Minimalist Bench with French Vibes
By O&A London
Located in London, GB
With its graceful curves and delicate design, the Swan bench adds a touch of beauty to any room. Its ergonomic shape was inspired by swans with flexible necks. The comfortable paddin...
Category
2010s French Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Famed Brass Velvet Upholstered Bench
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
*****LEAD TIME 4-5 WEEKS.
**You can choose different velvet colors.
The FAMED VELVET BENCH...harmoniously combines brass and fabric brining a refined elegance and comfort to your ho...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Bench with Antique Rug Upholstery
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bench, in the style of Stephen's Kenn Inheritance Collection, has been upholstered with an antique rug from the collection of King Kennedy rugs. The textile has been lovingly re...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Storage Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Shoes look best on you, not on the floor! Stow away up to 8 men’s shoes in this very unique conversation piece bench.
Hallways, foyers and mudrooms tend to be an afterthought. Furniture designed for these spaces unfortunately get that same treatment when it comes to design. These areas of your home are important, it’s your welcoming space to both you and visitors when entering your home. Furnish it thoughtfully with our modern shoe bench...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Bouclé, Maple
Viva Black Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Black 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
Viva Pink Bench by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Pink 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....
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Petit Arrêt Bench Java Textured and Shiny Fabric
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Petit Arrêt is a bench composed of a wooden shell padded with different densities polyurethane foam and finished with an upper layer of acrylic fiber and characterized by a striped p...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Leather
Big Foot Bench by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Big foot bench by 101 Copenhagen
Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Dimensions: L 120 / W 40 /H 45 CM
Materials: Fiber concrete
At first ...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete
Hypnotizm Solid Hardwood Slatted Bench by Izm Design
By Izm Design
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
Hypnotizm is the perfect bench for entryway, foot of your bed, additional dining room seating, or as a hall table. With an obvious nod to George N...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Benches
Materials
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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