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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Benna Medium Bench
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
Minimalist and essential, this bench boasts a sleek and elegant silhouette marked by rigid geometric lines merged in perfect symmetry. Exquisitely crafted of black-finished bent stee...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Benna Medium Bench
Benna Medium Bench
$3,715 / item
Bench with Antique Rug Upholstery
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 ...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Bertu Benches, Suelo Modern Walnut Bench, Upholstered, Artisan
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Walnut Suelo® Bench is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This walnut silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek, topped with a comfortable cushion. The S...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

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 ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Clothespin 55 Inches Cedar Bench with Red Iron spring, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2) Bench made of solid scented cedar worked from single blocks. It features a sculptured de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Forest Bench with Brass Inlay by Marcantonio
Located in Kolkata, IN
Forest bench with brass inlay by Marcantonio is a fun seat with a brass inlay top and "walking" legs. For his debut creations, Marcantonio introduced “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Forest Bench with Brass Inlay by Marcantonio
Forest Bench with Brass Inlay by Marcantonio
$3,980 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Eduard Locota Side Table Bench with Turquoise-Green Acrylic Glass
Located in Timisoara, RO
“La Falaise” is a French name translated into “The Cliff” Walking along side to the Failaise d’Etretat, inspired by the beauty and strong contrasts of the France’s Northern Coast...
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2010s Balkan Modern Benches

Materials

Composition

Barney Solid Walnut Side Bench
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Barney's Bench is hand crated of solid walnut. The design features minimal details, allowing the character of the wood to be the main feature. This...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Vodo bench, in oak and metal, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Vodo is a collection made up of folded sheet metal structures and solid wood shelves fixed by a joint. Whether it is our bench, stool, console or bookcase, Vodo will be perfect for any environment thanks to its clean line and lightness. Vodo is a line of furniture redefining internal landscapes. Objects made of bent sheets of metal, recalling voids like windows opened towards inhabited spaces...
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2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Sheet Metal

Solid Oak Mobley Bench in Natural Golden Finish
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Mobley bench in solid 1 3/4" oak using natural oils to give a golden finish Customizable to specifications.
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Custom Modern Natural Oak Bench with White Boucle by Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Introduce a touch of contemporary comfort with this newly handcrafted bench by Carrocel. Featuring a clean and modern design, this piece showcases a beautiful natural oak on its colu...
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2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Modern Hand-Woven Cording Outdoor Banquette from Costantini 'In Stock'
Located in New York, NY
The Modern Hand-Woven Cording Outdoor Banquette from Costantini 'In Stock' is an attic stock item we have in South American Teak and hand-woven cordi...
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2010s Argentine Modern Benches

Materials

Cord, Wood

Ombra Bench Hikaru Mori Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva1920
Located in Cantù, IT
Bench made of two parallelepipeds integrated with each other, like an object and its shadow. Union between a single block of solid scented cedarwood, squared section, and a part obta...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Peana Low Coffee Table, Bench in Black Tinted Wood Finish by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Peana Low Coffee Table, Bench in Black Tinted Wood Finish by Joel Escalona Peana, which in English translates to base or pedestal, is a series of tables and different surfaces inspi...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Wood, Hardwood

Banana Wood Organic Bench by CEU Studio, Indoor - Outdoor
Located in New York, NY
Represented by Tuleste Factory Banana Bench by CEU L 54.3" x W 11.8" x H 13.8" The item is customizable by size The Banana Bench features a gently curved seat and solid legs for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Walnut Cantilever Bench by Phaedo
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut Cantilever arm bench by Phaedo. Dimensions: L 84" x D 18-1/2" x H 35" inches. Materials: Oxidized black walnut. The cantilever ...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Kai Walnut and Black Steel Bench by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Introducing the epitome of modern luxury and functionality – the Kai Walnut Bench by Autonomous Furniture. Crafted with precision and passion by renowned designer Kirk Van Ludwig, th...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Steel

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 sculptural but practical as you can...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Beige Leather Bench Designed by Marco Zito
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (1.8) This Beige leather bench offers a multipurpose supp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

Kai Torched Solid Oak Wood and Steel Hallway Bench by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Modern industrial. The Kai Hallway bench is all about proportions, balancing the width of the steel legs and the thickness of the bench seat. It provides...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Steel

3 Scots Watch Bench by Fratelli Boffi
Located in Milan, IT
This unique design will enliven both a Classic and a contemporary interior. The ideal accent piece for an entryway, this three-seat bench was crafted of wood with a finish in natural...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Bench with Antique Rug Upholstery
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 ...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Cork Stool by Studio AHEAD
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cork is a regenerative bark that can be harvested every 9 years. Steel is timeless. Together they maintain growth and balance. D I M E N S I O N S : 17 in. Width, 17 in. Depth, 18 i...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Outdoor Modern Bench with Industrial Concrete Wood and Stainless Steel
Located in Middle Grove, NY
This is an outdoor version of the Classic Jupiter bench by Peter Harrison. It is constructed of concrete, stainless steel, and mahogany and specifically intended for exterior use. Its design has nautical references. The hole through the top centers over the crossing point of the gently curved stainless...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Concrete, Stainless Steel

Void 02 by DMNTS Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Void 02 by DMNTS design Dimensions: 160 x 43 x 45 Materials: MDF-FSC Unique Pieces Also available one piece in anthracite color. VOID 02 is a functional sculpture designed ...
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2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Carbon Fiber

SHORN OTTOMAN - Calm Boucle Soft White by SHO MODERN
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
- 24" width x 24" depth x 18" seat height - Upholstered in our Calm Boucle in Soft White ALERT: The Shorn Ottoman may cause extreme sophistication and refinement in any room it enters. Prolonged exposure to its white boucle goodness may lead to spontaneous outbursts of "oohs" and "aahs" from friends and family. Its sculptural design is not just a pretty face - it's also ridiculously comfortable, so be prepared. Upgrade your interior game with the Shorn Bench and bask in the envy of all who enter. Shine by S.H.O, a leader in luxury home furnishings, proudly announces the launch of its newest brand; SHO MODERN...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Benches

Materials

Bouclé

Pietra Lavica Samaveta Marble Bench by Serafini
Located in London, GB
The Samaveta Bench, the epitome of elegance and innovation. Step into luxury redefined with the masterpiece born from the collaboration between Karan Desai and Serafini: the Chaise L...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Marble

Aerea Large Bench
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A striking work of masterful craftsmanship, this bench exudes elegance and minimalist allure in its sturdy geometric silhouette. Exquisitely fashioned of bent steel with a matte blac...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Aerea Large Bench
$6,009 / item
Dom Hans van der Laan Unique Oak High Back Bench c. 1960
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Dom Hans van der Laan unique oak high back bench. Commissioned for Willibrordkerk (St Willibrord’s Church), Almelo. The Netherlands c. 1960’s. Van der Laan rarely used oak ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

George Koch Sons Chrome-Plated Steel Silk Velvet Upholstered Stool / Bench
By George Koch Sons, Inc.
Located in Germantown, MD
George Koch Sons Chrome-Plated Steel and Silk-Velvet Upholstered Stool / Bench. Velvet Upholstered. Clean and very solid. Measures 19.5" i...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Bench, Rich Red Velvet/ Bronze Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary bench is a statement design piece. This contemporary upholstered piece with an interesting twist of two fur strips. It evokes strength with the use of straight lines whi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Benches

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Minimal Black and White Ecowood Veneer Fold Bench, USA
Located in Chicago, IL
Perfect for a foyer or the end of a bed, the contemporary minimal lined, black and white, Fold Bench is easily adapted to any space. The Fold Bench began as an experiment in creating...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches

Materials

Composition

Vintage Modern Oak Bentwood & Chrome Two-Seat Settee or Bench Attr to Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage modern two-seat settee or bench of oak bentwood, chrome, and upholstery attributed to Thonet. It is in wonderful vintage condition. The wood, chrome, and fabric are ...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Bentwood

Narrow 'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères, in COM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Narrow Méandre™ bench by DESIGN FRÈRES® in COM. Perfect for an entry, a hallway or a the foot of a bed. COM: 1 yard for the. bench, to be sent to our workroom when your order is co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Cork Bench by Studio AHEAD
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cork is a regenerative bark that can be harvested every 9 years. Steel is timeless. Together they maintain growth and balance. D I M E N S I O N S : 44 in. Width, 18 in. Depth, 18 i...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Minimalist Arched Upholstered Arcade Bench Lacquer on Oak by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Arcade Bench 48” in Lacquer is a nod to the ancient Roman architectural form- a succession of contiguous arches supported by columns. It...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Architectural Concrete Bench by Martin Kleppe, Germany, circa 2011
Located in Berlin, DE
Handmade bench made of concrete by german artist Martin Kleppe. Martin Kleppe studied at the Art Academy Düsseldorf with Tony Cragg from 1993 to 1999 and graduated as a master student.
Category

2010s German Modern Benches

Materials

Concrete

Io Bench Signed by Buket Hoşcan Bazman
Located in Geneve, CH
IO bench signed by Buket Hos¸can Bazman Dimensions: 140 x 42 x 42 cm Material: Patinated brass detailed, solid wood legs, bouclé fabric pouf Available in custom sizing and finis...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Berman Rosetti Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
Contemporary walnut bench with tapered round legs reupholstered by the Selby House in an Anne Kirk linen.
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Benches

Materials

Wool, Linen, Walnut

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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Bench is a versatile piece that can be used as a chaise extension on any sofa, as an independent seating option or as a large upholstered coffee table...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Chrome Over Steel X Frame Bench With New 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

Giorgio Cattano Mammut Post Modern bench for Cleto Munari, Italy limited edition
Located in Skokie, IL
Giorgio Cattano Mammut (Mammoth) bench for Cleto Munari, Italy, 2009 from an edition of 99 examples. Designed by renowned Italian artist and designer Giorgio Cattano, the Mammut Be...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Oslo Bench in Ash by Studio Moe
Located in Portland, OR
Whether at the end of your bed, next to shoes at the door, or seating several at your dining table, this clean modern design was made with versatility in mind. Featuring our signatur...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

Front, Coat Rack Bench, Gebrüder Thonet, 2015
Located in Uppsala, SE
The Coat Rack Bench is a very unique piece of multiple-use furniture for the hallway. Designed by the Swedish design group Front in 2015 for the classical Austrian manufacturer Gebrü...
Category

2010s Austrian Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan, Beech

St. Charles Bench, Tropical by Volk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown: Bleached or blackened ash veneer with solid ash and optional inset marble, flat waterborne finish. 3/4” length or fully upholstered cushion and bolster. Tropical fabric...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

Unique Oak Bench by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique oak bench by Collector Dimensions: W 160 x D 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Oak Wood The Collector brand aims to be part of the daily life by fusing furniture to our home routine a...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

1 of 2 Modern Brueton Industries Silver Gray Bouclé Fabric Wave Daybed Bench 90
Located in Miami, FL
1 of 2 Custom made Modern Brueton Industries silver grey Bouclé fabric upholstery daybed, sofa or bench in wave design. Very comfortable and sturdy mounted on 4 chrome legs. Has a gr...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

Red Aluminium Bench with Lapping Cane Seating from Anodised Wicker Collection
Located in London, GB
Originally realised for the Hepworth Gallery in Wakefield and inspired by Donald Judd and Børge Mogensen, Anodised Wicker marries industrially extruded and anodised aluminium with ha...
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2010s British Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

2013 BassamFellows Geiger Tuxedo Lounge Quilted Bench Cognac Leather 1x Avail
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Tuxedo Component bench, designed by BassamFellows for Geiger and Herman Miller. This example was produced by Geiger in the USA in 2013. The base is comprised of steel with ...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

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

I Collection Wooden High Stool with Metallic Structure
Located in CDMX, MX
I collection wooden high stool with metallic structure made out of oak or tzalam wood.
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Dark Brown Scored Leather Bench by Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970s H dark brown scored leather bench by renowned designer Karl Springer. The bench is constructed of wood covered in dark brown scored leather. Newly restored. Shows minor wear consistent with age. Sheep rug...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

Capsule Accent Steel Bench with Walnut Side Table
Located in Indianapolis, IN
The Capsule Bench brings together a deep rich patinated steel body with a warm walnut side table. The table is independent of the steel so it can be pulled out and used along wit...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Antique Nickel Aluminum Compression Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Compression Bench by Stephen Kenn is a celebration of simplicity and strength. The bars are held together without nails or welds, but through compression along steel rods. The Compression Bench can be paired with the matching Compression Table or used as a standalone piece. Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this customizable bench...
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2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Steel

Kumo bench - Solid Oak Stool with Premium Upholstery and Sculptural Detail
Located in Baguim Do Monte, PT
Kumo Stool – Solid Oak Sculpted Stool with Premium Upholstery and Contrasting Pillow Detail Blending artisanal craftsmanship with refined design, the “Kumo” stool is a striking piec...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Sculptural Modern Oil Rubbed Bronze and Fabric Bench by Costantini, Elia
Located in New York, NY
The Elia Bench by Costantini features a metal frame and upholstered seat. Available as shown or in custom sizes and shapes and the fabric or leather of your choice. Additionally, the bench can be made in steel, iron, or lacquered or powder coated in any color you wish. The gentle curves of the legs envelop the soft foam seat. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use as shown. Measurements are 63” L x 18” D x 18” H as shown. Other materials available are Argentine Rosewood, Oak, Maple, Cherry, Beech, Elm, Okume, Teak, African Teak, Bird’s Eye Maple, Black Maple, Bubinga, Cerused Oak, Cerused Gray Oak, Gray Oak, Ebony, Macassar Ebony, Striped Macassar Ebony, Walnut Burl, Sycamore, Walnut and Zebrawood. Available in matte, semi-gloss, high gloss finish or lacquered. Available as shown or customizable to your desired size, shape, finish, and more. About Costantini Design Costantini has been a trusted source for custom furniture, objects and lighting for a global client base since 2002. Its founder and owner, William Stuart...
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2010s Argentine Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Claste Where We First Met Bench in Ultra Clear Glass with Pink Onyx Marble Slab
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A handcrafted slab of marble or onyx is suspended between 3 panes of glass to create this remarkable bench which emphasizes both the beauty of the stone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Inspired Teak Bench with White Lacquer Dipped Legs
Located in Greenwich, CT
Mid-century inspired teak bench with protective clear coat finish and White Lacquer Dipped Legs. Topped with a 1 1/2" fixed cushion made from cotton/dacron wrapped foam and covered w...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Teak, Lacquer

A Pair Of Unusual Benches By John Vesey ca' 1960's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of rare benches in solid brass by John Vesey, ca' 1960's. Priced per pair (2 pairs or four stools available). Heavy brass, reupholstered in natural suede.
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Modern 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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