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1950s restored bench seat
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant ebony-stained wooden bench, sprung seat with velvet upholstery. Restaurato.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Bench by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare bench designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Beautifully refinished and reupholstered.
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Vintage 1950s Benches

Materials

Walnut

Elegant Vintage Italian velvet sofa little or bench
Located in Milano, IT
Immerse yourself in the elegance and charm of this delightful small sofa or bench from the Italian 1950s, a piece that beautifully captures the essence of its era. With every curve ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Yngve Ekstrom Bench for Småland, Sweden 1950
By Yngve Ekström, Småland
Located in Wilnis, UT
A beautiful and rare bench designed by Yngve Ekstrom, manufactured by Småland in Sweden around 1950. This unique piece is completely made of beautiful stained birch wood. The curved...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Benches

Materials

Wool, Wood

Slatted Elm Bench, France circa 1950
Located in Culver City, CA
France circa 1950 Slatted bench constructed in elm, with 4 legs and frontal stretcher with beams. 83.5”L x 15.75”d x 20”h
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Vintage 1950s Benches

Materials

Elm

Charlotte Perriand Cansado bench Steph Simon France 1958
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Large slat bench designed by Charlotte Perriand for the Cité Cansado in Mauritania and manufactured by Steph Simon in 1958. The bench is constructed with solid teak wooden slats and ...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

XL Pair Of Primitive Portuguese Elm Benches
Located in London, GB
XL pair of solid elm benches from Braga in Northern Portugal. Constructed simply in the 18th style with thick (4.5cm) slab tops. These were made by an artisan in the 1960s.
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Vintage 1950s Portuguese Benches

Materials

Elm

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Couture Bench or Stool
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful antique single teak panel from my finest collection, is expertly shaped into this beautiful bench or stool. Part of the Mid Century Couture Collection. Furniture construc...
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Vintage Tiger Hand Painted Carved Motif Wood Bench 1950s
Located in Čelinac, BA
If you are thinking about purchasing this great piece, feel free to ask for an additional video to be absolutely sure of your choice.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

French 50 s bench in massive oak
Located in LYON, FR
Maison Lecan offers you this fully restored and varnished farm bench. From the 50s, it has a pretty veining and will fit perfectly into many interior decorations. Note that its legs ...
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches

Materials

Oak

Antique French farm bench in solid oak (1950s)
Located in LYON, FR
We offer you this fully restored and varnished farm bench. From the 50s, it has a pretty veining and will fit perfectly into many interior decorations. Perfectly stable. Dimensions...
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Ico Parisi Italian Midcentury Bench from the Fifties
By Ico Parisi
Located in bari, IT
1950s wooden frame bench with velvet seat of the period in the style of Ico Parisi. Ico Parisi was born in Palermo in 1916. He gained a diploma in construction and served his appren...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Edoardo Paoli Top Italian Design Green Sofa from the Fish Market from Florence
By Edoardo Paoli
Located in Oirlo, LI
Edoardo Paoli Top Italian Design Green Sofa from the Fish Market from Florence 1955 Discover the charm of Italian design with this authentic green sofa. By Edoardo Paoli, a timele...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

French mid-century benches in oak, fully restored from the 50 s
Located in LYON, FR
Dating from the 1950s, the work on these two solid oak farm benches is very careful. The restoration carried out by us enhances the veining and patina of the oak wood. Note that one ...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

American Designer, Bench, Walnut, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and rattan bench designed and produced in the US, 1950s. seat height 14”.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Tommi Parzinger Elegant Upholstered Bench with Tapering Legs 1950s
By Parzinger Originals, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare elegant upholstered bench, model number 313, with base in mahogany and upholstered seat with signature elements that wrap around frame by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Minimalist Walnut Slatted Bench in European Walnut (6 ft), Yugoslavia, c. 1950s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an iconic slatted minimalist bench made in Yugoslavia in the late 1950's. Constructed from solid bands of European walnut with exceptional woodgrains throughout this benc...
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Vintage 1950s Macedonian Minimalist Benches

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Walnut

Classic Jens Risom Upholstered Bench Six Foot
By Jens Risom
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic Jens Risom six foot long, upholstered, floating bench. Walnut frame with natural, raw linen/silk upholstery. Note-this is a lighter wood-walnut version.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

French Directoire style painted and gilt window bench circa 1950.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Directoire style painted and gilt window bench circa 1950 having carved columns and rolled ends.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Directoire Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Sculptural Bench by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, Finland, 1950’s
By Olavi Hanninen, Mikko Nupponen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sculptural bench by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, Finland 1950’s. This bench is made of stained elm wood and sculpturally crafted by hand. Presented in a good, original, conditi...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Elm

Faux Bamboo Paint Decorated Window Bench Stool with Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous faux bamboo bench with needlepoint upholstery depicting volins and musical themes. The bench shows a distressed finish and is original. Measures 25.25 tall x 36.25...
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Vintage 1950s European Chinese Chippendale Benches

Materials

Walnut

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Sculptural Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive antique bench with beautiful character and patina. Hand made from a thick three inch teak log. Both sculptural and usable. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spi...
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Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique bench hand made from a two inch thick single panel of teak wood with lovely character and patina. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese...
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Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Mid-Century Italian Bench in Beech Wood
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful and elegant Mid-Century Italian bench made out of beech wood. Newly re-polished and re-upholstered in light beige fabric. Wide bench seat is supported be 4 triangular legs....
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Black Leather Bench, c1960
By Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful bench was designed for Dunbar by Edward Wormely, c1960. Newley upholstered in dark grey/black Italian leather. On display in our Los Angeles showroom.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Wabi Sabi Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive antique bench with beautiful character and patina. Hand made from a single two inch thick teak top. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Jap...
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Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Sculptural Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive antique bench with beautiful character and patina. Hand made from a single thick teak log. Both sculptural and usable. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spirit ...
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Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Wabi Long Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive antique bench with beautiful character and patina. Hand made from a single 2.5″ thick teak top. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanes...
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Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Mid-century Italian Bench in Beech Wood
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant Mid-century Italian bench. Newly re-upholstered and re-polished. The legs of the bench are gracefully intertwined on the bottom. The condition is very good. Restored Italy,...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Upholstered Bench by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By John Keal
Located in Dallas, TX
A sculpted mahogany bench with upholstered top. Designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman.
Category

Vintage 1950s Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Primitive Oak Bench From France, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Primitive Oak Bench From France, Circa 1950. Solid oak construction with nice patina and use. Top slightly turned.
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Vintage 1950s European Benches

Materials

Oak

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Wabi Sabi Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A single thick antique panel with lovely character within the wood. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to produce this beautiful bench and finished with a secret ingredient, reveal...
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Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Log Style Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive antique bench with beautiful character and patina, hand made from a single thick teak log. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese phi...
Category

Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Mid century vintage newly upholstered Italian bench
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century vintage newly upholstered Italian bench. This bench has a soft rococo carved frame with soft curved Klismos legs. The bench is upholstered in a modern polkadot ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Rococo Benches

Materials

Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Wabi Sabi Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A single thick antique panel with lovely character within the wood. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to produce this beautiful bench and finished with a secret ingredient, reveal...
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Vintage 1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

1950 s Italian Architectural Walnut Bench
Located in Aspen, CO
Italian 1950's Architectural Walnut Bench Unique Piece
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Vintage 1950s Italian Benches

Materials

Walnut

Pennsylvania 6 Primitive Oak and Patinated Seafoam Green Paint Bench /coffee ta
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A primitive bench in weathered oak with a beautiful seafoam green paint showing through. This has been weathered to perfection and shows very well. This bench with through tenon jo...
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Vintage 1950s American Primitive Benches

Materials

Oak

Bench model 5272 designed by Börge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Bench model 5272 designed by Börge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1950s Stamped.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Oak

50 s bench 153A natural
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
alvar aalto design 153A bench. This condition is very nice patine and original finish.
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Modern Benches

Materials

Birch

George Nelson Classic Slat Bench 1950 s Original
By George Nelson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic, original 1950's vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller slat bench. Natural finish with warm patina and ebonized legs. This is a hard to find original, retaining its foil...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Maple

Vintage Cherrywood "Cow Horn" Bench by Kipp Stewart and Stewart McDougall
By Winchendon, Kipp Stewart Stewart MacDougall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Solid cherrywood bench designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart McDougall for Winchedon (ca. 1950s, USA). Composed of a deeply carved, cow horn-form backrest and minimal rectangular plat...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cherry

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique bench hand made from a thick single panel of teak wood with lovely patina. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty...
Category

Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A single wide teak antique top panel with lovely character. Finished with a secret ingredient revealing the beautiful wood grain. It’s all in the details. Circa 1950. This bench was...
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Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

1950s Regency Style Painted Wood Bench
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Regency style painted wood bench, needs reupholstering.
Category

Vintage 1950s Benches

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Italian Teak Slat Bench Designed by Ezio Longhi
By Elam, Ezio Longhi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Mid-Century Italian slat bench made from dark stained, solid teak. Designed by Ezio Longhi for Elam, 1950's. This piece has been lightly refinished with some remaining wear...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Wabi Sabi Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A single two inch thick antique panel with lovely character within the wood. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to produce this beautiful bench and a butterfly inlaid into one end....
Category

Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Wabi Sabi Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A single two inch thick antique panel with lovely character within the wood. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to produce this beautiful bench and finished with a secret ingredien...
Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique bench hand made from a single panel of teak wood with lovely patina. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can b...
Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Wabi Sabi Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A single thick antique wood panel with lovely character. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to produce this beautiful bench and finished with a secret ingredient, revealing the uni...
Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Wide Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique Wabi Sabi teak bench celebrating all the marks that time and loving use have left behind. Beautiful patina on this beautiful wide single top. Circa 1950. This bench was han...
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Vintage 1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique bench hand made from a single top panel of teak wood with lovely patina. Finished in a natural oil revealing the beautiful wood grain. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made i...
Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Borge Mogensen Large Side Table or Bench in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing Danish modern side table or bench model "BM5275" in solid oak and handwoven rattan cane by Danish architect Borge Mogensen. Mogensen designed this model in the 1950s when it ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Oak

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Bleached Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A single thick antique wood panel with lovely character. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to this beautiful bench. First bleached and finished with a light white wash revealing t...
Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Antique Teak Wood Wabi Bench
Located in New York, NY
Antique bench hand made from a single panel of teak wood with lovely patina. Circa 1950. This bench was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can b...
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Bleached Teak Wood Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A single wide antique wood panel celebrating the cracks and crevices and all the other marks that time and loving use have left behind. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to this b...
Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Solid Elm Bench attributed to Olavi Hänninen 1950s
By Mikko Nupponen, Olavi Hanninen
Located in Geneva, CH
Sculptural solid elm wood bench attributed to Olavi Hänninen produced by Mikko Nupponen, Finland, circa 1950s Handcrafted Rustic, Minimalist, Brutalist style Good condition Measures:...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Benches

Materials

Elm

X Base Bench by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare maple X base bench / stool designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Refinished and reupholstered.
Category

Vintage 1950s Benches

Materials

Maple

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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.