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Mid-Century Modern Benches

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Pair of Charles Hollis Jones Brass Benches, "Box" Line
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of brass benches designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones in the 1960s. The benches are upholstered in white Naugahyde and they are in excellent original condition. ...
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1960s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Custom Upholstered Mondrian Bench
Located in New York, NY
Custom integrated leg Mondrian bench, shown in rich charcoal mohair, with buttons and seaming. Available in any size custom-made to order COM / COL. Legs can be brass, nickel or chro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Nickel

Mid Century Modern Adjustable Bench
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: USA Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Walnut, Wool Measurements: 50″ wide x 24″ deep x 14″ tall Condition: Frame in excellent original condition....
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wool, Walnut

Pair of Polished Brass Benches by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of polished brass benches designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones in the 1970s. We currently have one pair in aged brass and one p...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass, Steel

Mid-Century Italy Settee, Sofa, in the Manner of Neo-Plasticist Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FS34 Vintage sofa in black lacquered walnut, with original artistic tapestry, in the manner of the neo-plasticist designer Gerrit Rietveld. Neo-plasticism refers to the auste...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Canvas, Walnut

Italian Beechwood Benches from 1960 – Timeless Mid-Century Seating
Located in Oirlo, LI
These authentic Italian benches from around 1960 capture the understated elegance of mid-century European design. Crafted from solid beechwood and finished with distinctive original ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Beech

Mid-Century Modern Slat Oak Bench / Coffee Table with Tapered Legs and Cushion
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Mid-Century American Modern slatted oak bench or coffee table supported by four, slim, tapered legs (ca. 1950s, USA). Includes a removable orange vinyl cushion Conservatively...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Oak

West Michigan Furniture Mid Century Walnut Bench
Located in Franklin Park, IL
West Michigan Furniture Mid Century Walnut Bench This bench measures: 48 wide x 18 deep x 16.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage con...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Walnut

Pair of Charles Hollis Jones Empire Style Benches in Lucite Polished Nickel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One empire style bench by Charles Hollis Jones.  
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Nickel

Charles Hollis Jones "Empire" Style Benches in Polished Nickel Lucite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional pair of Empire style benches designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones. The benches were designed in the 1960s and they are just as influential today. The pla...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Nickel

"X" Frame Benches in Polished Nickel and Leather by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning and minimalistic benches designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones. These benches are very versatile and perfect for condominiums ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Nickel

1920 Edwardian Handcrafted and Carved Oak Trestle Bench or Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A patinated 1920 Edwardian handcrafted and Carved Oak Trestle Bench or Table. Measures22" in width, 11.75" in depth and stands 18.5" tall.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

German Handmade Bench Made of Oak, Coated Steel and Handwoven Jute Belts
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The bench is made of a filigree construction of powder-coated steel. On this construction rests a frame of solid, lacquered oak tree, which is covered with handwoven stripes of fabri...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Chrome and Smoked Bronze Gauffraged Velvet Stool by Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of stool was realized by the esteemed American designer Arthur Umanoff in the United States, circa 1960. It features circular polished chrome frames with six verti...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

French Bamboo and Bouclé Two-Seater Bench, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
French Bamboo and Bouclé Two-Seater Bench, 1960s A beautifully crafted bamboo two-seater bench from France, dating to the 1960s, this piece is a striking example of mid-century orga...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Bouclé, Bamboo

Brazilian Modern Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Rosewood Iron, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural bench, crafted in Brazil in the 1960s by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, exemplifies the intersection of modern design, artisanal skill, and architectural thinking that def...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Iron

Pair of Charles Hollis Jones Benches in Polished Nickel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of polished nickel benches designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones in the 1970s. The frames of the benches are made in solid st...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Nickel

Custom Square Brass Pointe Leg Bench or Stool
Located in New York, NY
Custom Pointe' leg bench or stool, shown in 18” square velvet with tapered brass legs ending in a ball foot with buttons and seaming. Available in any si...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Custom Square Brass Pointe Leg Bench or Stool
Located in New York, NY
Custom Pointe' leg bench or stool, shown in 18” square velvet with tapered brass legs ending in a ball foot with buttons and seaming. Available in any si...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Regency Style Bench by Charles Hollis Jones in Brass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Regency style stool with a rope design by Charles Hollis Jones. The stool shows beautifully, upholstered in the original white Naugahyde and in need of new upholstery. Ex...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Hugh Acton Mid Century Walnut and Brass Slat Bench
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hugh Acton Mid Century Walnut and Brass Slat Bench This bench measures: 92 wide x 21 deep x 14.25 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Astor 60" Brass Bench in Navy Velvet by Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
Designed by Montage, the Astor Bench 60" is a wonderful addition to a refined interior space. Astor was designed with the delicate proportions of the midcentury, celebrating an era o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Square Chrome Midcentury Bench
Located in New York, NY
Square chrome midcentury bench with newly upholstered top. Some wear to chrome finish. Super sturdy! Would make great coffee table with tray added o...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern English Joint Solid Mahogany Turned Legs Bench Stool
Located in Germantown, MD
Amish crafted English joint solid mahogany bench / stool in excellent condition. Measures 20" in width, 14" in depth and 19" tall. W7060822B
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Mahogany

ARC Bench Series 60 in Espresso
Located in Westport, CT
A sculptural bench defined by its gracefully arched legs and clean, modern lines. Designed for both form and function, the ARC Bench offers a striking profile while maintaining every...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

P. Jeanneret Civil Bench, Wood and Woven Viennese Cane with Cushion by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1955, relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Cassina continues its study of the furniture of the city of Chandigarh and ad...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Cane, Wood

Solid Brazilian Rosewood Bench / Coffee Table
Located in Oakland, CA
Celina Decoracoes mid century bench consisting of rare, solid Brazilian rosewood planks, each with varying grain.
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Rosewood

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench in Muslin
Located in Buchanan, NY
This lovely iron bench was recently made by skilled European craftsmen and features gracefully curved legs and a central stretcher with a decorative central ring detail and spheres a...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Iron

Stay Bench by Nika Zupanc- Collection III- SE COLLECTION
Located in Atlanta, GA
Headquartered in London and fabricated across Europe to the highest standards, Sé Collections manufacturers furniture and lightings of the highest quality with a 1920s or 1950s flair...
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1950s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Brass X Base Bench 56.5" W Reupholstered Ivory Color Boucle Mid Century Modern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Brass X Base Bench, American, circa 1950s. It has been recently reupholstered in an ivory color boucle fabric. The brass plated metal base retains its warm original distresse...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass, Metal

Baker Furniture Mid-Century Modern Teak Slat Expanding Coffee Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern slatted expandable bench or coffee table By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Teak, with brass-capped f...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

1960s bench with faux fur cushion
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
1960s teak bench with faux fur fabric cushion. Iron frame and adjustable brass feet. A practical and fancy solution given by the addition of the faux fur cushion, which not only gi...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass, Iron

Loveseat by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1955
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Raw and monolithic, this very rare all-wood bench (Banco de Tronco) evokes the form of cut tree trunks, merging Brazilian materiality with bold volumetric design — one of Tenreiro’s ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Midcentury Four-Seat Bench Castelli, Axis 3000, Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
This bench features four seats and was designed by Giancarlo Piretti in the 1970s for Castelli. The fabric upholstery is in good original condition. Marks of use on the base. Rare mo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Aluminum

Shoreland Bench by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shoreland Bench is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The bench features a channel-tufted seat and a solid wood base. The Lawson-Fenni...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

1950s English Red Leather Bench with Faux Bamboo Frame
Located in London, GB
An English mid-century bench, circa 1950, with faux-bamboo hardwood frame and stretcher supports. Upholstered in button-tufted oxblood red leather with brass nail head trim. Raised o...
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1950s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Leather, Wood

21st Century Dawn Bench, Velvet Upholstery and Stainless Steel Legs, by Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Dawn Bench, Velvet Upholstery and Brass Legs, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt The DAWN bench is a statement design piece. The name dawn is inspired by the pieces clear horizontal ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Hand Carved Espresso Stained Teak Wood Bench
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful reclaimed teak wood taken from my finest collection and hand carved by our master carver featuring our unique minimalist carving. This wide single thick slab is shown with ...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Studio Slat Bench by Michael Rozell USA 2020 in Walnut and White Oak Inlays
Located in Berlin, DE
Studio Slat bench by Michael Rozell USA 2020 in walnut and white oak inlays.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Pair of Folke Bensow cast iron benches Sweden 1920
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare pair of folke Bensow benches Sweden circa 1920 Cast iron and new painted wooden seat and back Stamped
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Leather Gymnastic Bench Box, 1940s, Restored
Located in Wien, AT
This gymnastics box comes from a Prague gym and has been completely restored. The thick cowhide has a nice patina.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-century rustic bench in brown painted wood, France ca. 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1890 / bench / wood / rustic / mid-century / French provicial A rustic wooden bench with brown paint and beautiful patina due to age. Made in France around 1890. We can of...
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1890s French Antique Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Peana Coffee Table, Bench in Black Tinted Solid Wood Finish by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Peana Coffee Table, Bench in Black Tinted Solid Wood Finish by Joel Escalona Peana, which in English translates to base or pedestal, is a series of tables and different surfaces ins...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Wood, Hardwood

Large French Organic Wood Bench, 1960s - 1 Available
Located in Chicago, IL
Sold and priced individually. This large French bench from the 1960s is hewn entirely from solid wood, its form carved by hand and intuition. Featuring an irregular silhouette and s...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood

Arthur Umanoff attr. for John Stuart Mid-Century Sculptured Bench
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Umanoff delivers a perfect blend of function and mid-century sophistication. Umanoff's designs are known for their balance of craftsmanship and simplicity and this embodies this phi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Crescent Bench Series 60 in Bronze by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Bench - a harmonious blend of elegance, stability, and artistic craftsmanship. Supported by four solid brass casted legs, this exquisite bench ensures enduring quality a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Bronze

Small Bernt Santesson Outdoor Drachmann 120 Teak Bench for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Bernt Santesson outdoor 'Drachmann 120' teak bench for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiratio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak

Convex Bench Series 60 in White Oak
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Convex Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern—an exquisite blend of timeless craftsmanship and lightweight design. Meticulously crafted from solid oak or walnut, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Oak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Custom Settee
Located in Denton, TX
This assemblage of three chairs into a settee with bentwood arms was custom ordered by Stephens Financial for their office in Michigan. New upholstery may be desired.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery, Ash, Rosewood

1960s Jack Lenor Larsen Style Upholstered Bench
Located in Charleston, SC
This lovely bench has been given a complete overhaul. Original hairpin legs, new foam and padding. Newly upholstered in old stock Jack Lenor Larsen style floral fabric. The fabri...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal

Faux Bamboo Base Tufted Upholstery Bench with Sides
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern silvered faux bamboo base tufted upholstery bench with upholstered side rails.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Likely Antique Eastlake Decorative Wooden Bench with Hidden Storage Comportment.
Located in Seattle, WA
This likely antique Eastlake-style bench offers a charming combination of decorative craftsmanship and practical storage. Constructed from what is likely walnut or stained oak-the be...
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Late 19th Century Antique Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Bench
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern chrome bench designed and manufactured in the United States, circa 1970s. Features a wide and comfortable seat that has...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Aluminum, Chrome

Michael Rozell Studio Dome Bench or Coffee Table in Figured Walnut USA 2020
Located in Berlin, DE
Michael Rozell Studio Dome bench or coffee table in figured walnut, USA, 2020.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Walnut Footstool, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A sculptural footstool or bench original from Denmark, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, reupholstered in soft heavy wool by Holly Hunt. Walnu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wool, Walnut

Vilhelm Lauritzen Bench, Denmark. 1937
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vilhelm Lauritzen, Scandinavian Modern A very rare bench by Vilhelm Lauritzen made for Gladsaxe Town Hall, Söborg, Denmark, 1936-1937. This model was also used for the Danish Embass...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Slatted Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sturdy walnut slatted bench at an ideal height for both seating and table use. Gorgeous mid-century details are great for living room use or entry way...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Walnut

Rust Brown Leather Seat Wrought Iron Arrows Decorated 46" Sattee Window Bench
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Rust Brown Leather Seat Wrought Iron Arrows Decorated 46" Sattee Window Bench MINT
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Contemporary "Xiloteca S-12" Slatted Bench by DJ Papagaio, Brazil, 2024
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary "Xiloteca S-12" Slatted Bench by DJ Papagaio, Brazil, 2024 Slatted bench made in different types of typical Brazilian wood.
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Brass Ottoman Footstool style of McCobb
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Only 1 available. Fabulous satin brass ottoman - footstool- bench. Reupholstered in a vintage style 1960s weave fabric with fabulous coloring that contrasts greatly with the brass. S...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Mid-century Modern benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century 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 Mid-Century Modern benches made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include Stamford Modern, Carlos Solano-Granda, Lawson-Fenning, and Montage. 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.