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Oak Bench with Woven Rush Seat, France 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This mid-century bench shows the French cabinetmaking tradition of taking advantage of natural materials and masterfully executed constructions. The subtle curvature of the construct...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Rush, Oak

Rustic Solid Karelian Birch Stool, Latvia, 1950s
Located in Rīga, LV
Carved low stool made of solid Karelian birch wood.
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Vintage 1950s Latvian Rustic Benches

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Birch

Clean Lined Walnut Bench or Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined midcentury walnut bench, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, American, circa 1950s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a coffee table or bench. Beautiful graining...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Outstanding Gilded Swan Carved French Directoire Style Rectangular Window Bench
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a stunning French-made giltwood bench with super carving and gorgeous vintage upholstery that really compliments the gilded frames. The carved swans are very naturalistically...
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Vintage 1950s French Directoire Benches

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Gold Leaf

Antique danish folk table from the 18th century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish antique folk table / bench in patinated pine wood. The table is approx. from the 19th century and serves both as a folk bench or folded out - as a small table. With iron hing...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Folk Art Benches

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Pine

1950s Regency Style Bench
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A neoclassical style window bench. Great style .
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Vintage 1950s French Benches

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Italian Rustic Benches in Woven Straw and Chestnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Benches, chestnut, straw, Italy, 1950s Provincial carved benches, embodying the perfect balance of rustic charm and a sense of robustness. The frames are crafted with elegance, show...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Rustic Benches

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Straw, Chestnut

The Bar Bench by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare teak 'Bar" bench with slats 'floating' above the teak rail frame.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Benches

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Wood

Teak bench by Pierre Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
The beautiful sturdy bench is made from solid teak and features a rectangular seat with broad slats. It rests on two compass-style side legs, which are connected by a sturdy crosspie...
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Vintage 1950s Indian Benches

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Mid-Century Upholstered Bench
Located in Karis, Nyland
Mid-century upholstered bench by an unknown Swedish maker. Fully restored. Upholstered with quality sheepskin imitation fabric by Nevotex. Beech wood legs have been sanded and treate...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Fabric, Beech

Pierre Jeanneret A Leg Bench, 1950s Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful teak bench titled the King Bench A Leg designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh. Imported from India with care, this bench tell a story far beyond what the eye can see. ...
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Vintage 1950s Indian Benches

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Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret X Leg Bench, 1950s Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful teak bench titled the King Bench X Leg designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh. Imported from India with care and fully restored from the 1950s. This particular bench i...
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Vintage 1950s Indian Benches

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Cane, Teak

Mid-Century American Modern Low Table or Bench by Paul Tuttle for Baker
By Baker Furniture Company, Paul Tuttle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural low and and long coffee table/bench designed by Paul Tuttle, Michael Taylor, and Winsor White for Baker Furniture's New World Group (c.1953, USA). Composed of an ebonized ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

1950 s Patinated Leather and Steel Gym Bench
Located in Culver City, CA
This bench isn’t just furniture—it’s a damn mood. Picture this: a smoky bar in Paris, the clink of whisky glasses, a guy in a tailored Tom Ford suit lounging casually with an air of ...
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Vintage 1950s Benches

Materials

Steel

Pair of solid exotic wood chairs, 1950s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pair of folding chairs in solid exotic wood resting on four inclined legs. Congo, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Congolese Benches

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench / Light Patina Beautiful
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in San Francisco, CA
This slatted bench is simple in its form and function, yet beautifully modern and timeless. From the mining town of Cansado in Mauritania, it was originally made for the flat of Mife...
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Vintage 1950s Benches

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Mahogany

Outstanding French Regency Gold Gilt Ebonized Window Bench with Wings
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic absolutely out of this world window bench in the French Regency style. The bench is ebonized in black lacquer and features superb carved wreathes of gold leaf and...
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Vintage 1950s French Regency Revival Benches

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Bench C. 1950
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Bernville, PA
Original vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar solid mahogany six-leg bench with brass accents. Newer cloth fabric and clean original finish. Reupholstering is recommended but not ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Bench Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar C. 1950
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Bernville, PA
Mahogany bench table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950. Model 2288C. Occasionally referred to as a 'telephone table or bench'. Drawers have original brass and Rosewood hardwar...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Vintage Small Slatted Bench on Tapered Legs by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Small Slatted Bench on Tapered Legs Mel Smilow, circa 1956 "bench is in original as found condition. could be used as is or refinished" "could also be used as an end table"
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood

French 20th Century Elm Organic Modern Bench
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in CANTELEU, FR
This French 20th-century elm bench embodies the essence of organic modern design, merging natural beauty with a minimalist aesthetic. Crafted from solid elm, the bench showcases the ...
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Vintage 1950s French Organic Modern Benches

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Elm

Tall Rustic Stools, France 1950
Located in Culver City, CA
Tall Rustic Stools France, 1950 Carved cherrywood stools with circular slab seats, on 4 legs with stretchers. 19"dia x 31.5"h
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Fruitwood

Jens Risom Walnut Bench Coffee Table with Boucle Cushions Mid Century
By Jens Risom
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A bench / coffee table in walnut designed by Jens Risom circa 1950s. Expressive grain in the walnut veneer top suspended over solid walnut legs, which give the appearance of a floati...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Bouclé, Walnut

Mid-Century Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-century bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s Structured in wood with a plywood top, this versatile piece by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios can be used either as a low tabl...
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Plywood

Pierre Gautier-Delaye Bench
By Pierre Gautier-Delaye
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pierre Gautier Delaye bench Made in France in 1960 with rich oak wood Fantastic patina with signature tenon-mortise construction.
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Vintage 1950s French Benches

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Wood, Oak

Early Harry Bertoia Model 400 Bench For Knoll International 1950s
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
An incredible edition of the model 400 bench, which marks the first collaboration between Harry Bertoia and Knoll International, designed in the 1950s. The welded wire base show the ...
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Vintage 1950s Benches

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Metal

1950 s French Folding Garden Or Hall Bench
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's French Folding Garden Or Hall Bench. Classic honest French folding bench with hand forged metal work and original oak slats with great wear and character. The bench is strong...
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Vintage 1950s French Benches

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Metal

Walnutwood Bench by Gio Ponti made by Fratelli Reguitti, 1950
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Oirlo, LI
Step back in time with this exquisite walnut bench, a testament to the timeless elegance of mid-century design. Attributed to the legendary Gio Ponti and crafted by Fratelli Reguitti...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Walnut

Pine french farm bench, circa 1950
Located in LYON, FR
We present to you this fully restored and varnished pine bench. A small lack of wood should be noted on one of the legs, which in no way affects the very good stability of this prett...
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches

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Pine

Small solid walnut artisanal farm bench, 1950s
Located in LYON, FR
Small farm bench, French artisanal work, circa 1950. Irresistible and endearing, this small solid walnut bench has been completely restored and varnished by us for good durability. ...
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches

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Walnut

Mid-Century Oval Bench W/ Sculptural Ebonized Walnut Supports by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
This well scaled Mid-Century Modernist Oval Bench W/ Sculptural Ebonized Walnut Supports by Adrian Pearsall originates from the United States, Circa 1950. This piece features a uphol...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Fabric, Walnut

Set of 2 Art Deco Style Walnut Benches/Footstools, Italy, 1950s
Located in amstelveen, NL
This Pair of Art Deco-style benches from the 1960s. Reupholstered in a high-quality boucle. The base is made of walnut. The set is perfect if you want to bring a classy look into you...
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Vintage 1950s European Art Deco Benches

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Bouclé, Walnut

Pair of Italian Curved Benches in the Manner of Carlo di Carli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of vintage Italian curved benches made in the 1950's, consisting of walnut curved legs and newly upholstered white fabric. In the style of the renowned designer, Carlo di Carl...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Benches

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Upholstery, Walnut

Long Louis XVI Style Gold Gilt Upholstered Window Bench Circa 1950
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a great size bench for teh foot of a full or queen size bed. The bench is done on gold leaf and beautifully aged with time-worn patina and signs of age and distressing from a...
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Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Benches

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Walnut

Fantastic Pair of Red and Black Glazed Carved French X Form Benches Circa 1950
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of red upholstered Dorothy Draper era X benches with a red and black glazed finish to compliment the red and black velvet upholstery. The stools are in good c...
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Vintage 1950s French Hollywood Regency Benches

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Walnut

Paul McCobb Cane Bench for Calvin Furniture
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul McCobb bench for Calvin Furniture, c. 1950s, USA. This model 7709 rectangular bench features a brass base and interlocking 'x' stretchers. The top of the bench has the original ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Long John Bench for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edward Wormley design Long John Bench for Dunbar Furniture Company. Simple yet sophisticated design bench or coffee table that was an immediate sales success when launched. Made from...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Walnut

A " Bauche " Bench by Charlotte Perriand France 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A rare " Bauche " bench by Charlotte Perriand. France 1950s In ashwood and straw (original). In very good original condition
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Vintage 1950s French Benches

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Straw, Wood

Banc Cansado de Charlotte Perriand, Edition Steph Simon, circa 1958
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Renens, CH
The Cansado bench was designed by Charlotte Perriand, Edition Steph Simon. It is a solid mahogany bench with a black lacquered metal frame. Provenance: Miferma, Cité Cansado, Maurita...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

3 Seat Cinema Bench By Ton 1950s
By TON a.s.
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage cinema bench produce din 1950s by TON company. Original design shown in catalogues. The bench has three seats that open and close, cinema style. The bench is made o...
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Oak, Plywood

Charlotte Perriand "Cansado" Bench Table, 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Cansado bench / low table designed by Charlotte Perriand and produced by Steph Simon for Cité Cansado, Mauritania circa 1958. In good original condition with patina from age and...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal

1950s wood and satin bench
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Uniquely shaped bench with sprung upholstery, original satin fabric upholstery of the period, and wooden legs. Good conditions.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Satin, Wood

Pair of Regency Style Genuine Gold Gilt Sword and Tassel X Style Benches
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a spectacular pair of Hollywood Regency style genuine gold gilded swords and scabbard carved x benches. They are upholstered in their original upholstery and are in good cond...
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Vintage 1950s French Hollywood Regency Benches

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Gold Leaf

Bench And Side Chair In Cherry Wood And Off-White Upholstery, Italy 1950 s
Located in Hellouw, NL
This set consisting of a two-seater bench and matching side chair brings a flair from times long past. Design The traditional wood joints and the upwardly curving corners and legs l...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Cherry, Upholstery

Andrea Busiri Vici Bench in Wood and Green Velvet Italian Manufacture 1950s
By Andrea Busiri Vici
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Bench with structure in wood and padded green velvet. Attributed to Andrea Busiri Vici, Italian manufacture from the 1950s. This mid-century bench present a elegant and beautiful ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Velvet, Wood

‘Krobo’ Teak Bench by Torbjørn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular low bench (or coffee table) by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruskbo of Norway, c.1950s. This example is executed in a beautiful Teak. The bench is supported by two runners, with an...
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Teak

Walnut Modernist Bench by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Montreal, QC
Walnut modernist bench by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb with sabre feet. Bearing sticker Widdicomb.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Walnut

Very large french restored pine bench from the 1950s
Located in LYON, FR
Very stable, slender and varnished, this large bench has a superb patina and very good solidity. It will easily find its place under a large farm table type dining table. Dimension...
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches

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Pine

Pair of french pine farm benches, 1950s
Located in LYON, FR
This duo of benches has been completely treated and restored in our workshop. The seat is matt varnished for good durability. Perfectly stable and solid. Dimensions: L200 x D30 x H4...
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches

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Pine

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Rare Pair of Benches with Gently Curving Legs 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of rare and elegant benches in walnut with iconic curved legs and upholstered seats by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's. These benches are the epidemy of re...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut

Paul Frankl Rectangular Cork Coffee Table or Bench for Johnson Furniture Co.
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This example produced by Johnson Furnit...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Mahogany, Cork

Andrianna Shamaris St. Barts Antique Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique Wabi Sabi bleached teak bench with unique natural wood character. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to this beautiful ancient wood panel. It’s all in the details. The St....
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Vintage 1950s Rustic Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Long Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Bench / Coffee Table with Tapered Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Mid-Century American Modern slatted walnut bench or coffee table supported by six, slim, tapered legs (ca. 1950s, USA). Newly refinished condition but light wear and slight w...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Walnut

Mid-Century Splayed Leg Sculptural Bench W/ Button Detailing in Ebonized Walnut
Located in New York, NY
This sleek and well balanced Mid-Century Modernist Splayed Leg Sculptural bench W/Button Detailing in Ebonized Walnut W/ Silver Linear Fabric originates from the United States, Circ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Fabric, Walnut

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Minimalist Hand Carved Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Furniture constructed by hand from start to finish. A beautiful single slab of teak wood taken from my finest collection is hand carved by our master carver to produce this impressiv...
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Vintage 1950s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

English Mahogany Window Seat
Located in London, GB
A simple, but elegant mahogany windowseat or bench with a rectangular top, raised bolster ends and turned tapering legs. A lovely piece of traditional English furniture for a window...
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Vintage 1950s British Victorian Benches

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Mahogany

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Table Bench
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-century mahogany coffee table designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This cocktail table design features a palm leaf motif on the ends and has been reinvented to inclu...
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Benches

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Fabric, Mahogany

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1950s Wood Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1950s wood benches is available at 1stDibs. There are many kinds of 1950s wood benches to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency 1950s wood benches are of considerable interest. Andrianna Shamaris, Charlotte Perriand and Edward Wormley each produced beautiful 1950s wood benches that are worth considering.

How Much are 1950s Wood Benches?

Prices for 1950s wood benches start at $1 and top out at $100,000 with the average selling for $2,988.

Finding the Right Benches for You

Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.

Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.

Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.

For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.

Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1950s Wood Benches
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Many types of wood can be used for an outside bench — it is really a matter of preference. Generally, hardwood is considered the best option since these varieties are durable, rot-resistant and have the best chance at a long life outdoors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    The best wood for a garden bench is one that is durable and naturally weather-resistant. The need for outdoor chairs, tables and benches to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. For a touch of glamour in your garden, antique and vintage pieces from France or Italy, which have already proven they can stand the test of time, can introduce an elegant sensibility to your outdoor space. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage garden benches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.