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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
Sport Bench
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of cow skin and wood Very good original condition with nice patina Good ice-breaking piece!
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1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Animal Skin

Elegant Simplicity: A Mid-Century Beechwood Three-Seater Bench Handwoven Rush
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
"Embrace the understated elegance of our 1960s beechwood three-seater bench, a refined addition for those with a penchant for pastoral aesthetics. This slender and graceful bench is a hallmark of mid-century design, featuring a light beechwood frame that exudes an air of sophistication and charm. The fine rush weave adds a touch of rustic texture, enhancing the bench’s elegant...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Rush, Beech

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Hand Carved Espresso Stained Teak Wood Bench
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the midcentury Couture Collection with Minimalist carving. Furniture constructed by hand from start to finish. Beautiful reclaimed teak wood taken from my finest collecti...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Antique French Park Bench Painted In Greenish Color From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique French park bench from the 1930s, painted in a beautiful greenish color with a natural patina that reflects their age and history. Exude classic French charm and are both ro...
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1930s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Midcentury Style Teak Wood Coffee Table or Bench
Located in New York, NY
Impressive single slab reclaimed teak coffee table or bench set on mid century style legs. Beautiful grain on this live edge top with a natural oil finish. Own an Andrianna Shamaris...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Lucite Bench with Gray Velvet Cushion
Located in New York, NY
Custom Lucite bench with gray velvet cushion. The price listed is with customer own material/fabrics (COM/COF). Custom orders are available for different s...
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Velvet, Acrylic, Lucite

Pair of Faux Bamboo White Wash Finish Yellow Black Plaid Upholstery Benches
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of mid century modern white wash painted faux bamboo benches.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery

2 Rare Italian Modern Craftsman Alpine Benches in Hand Carved Cypress
Located in New York, NY
2 Rare, Hand Carved Cypress, Italian Alpine Benches circa 1950. The pieces convey the Mid-Century Modern Craftsman aesthetic with its emphasis on hand mad...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Cypress

Pair of Six-Legged Brass Feet Italian Daybeds on Brass Feet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fully redone pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern six-legged upholstered brass legs day beds or wide benches.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Andrianna Shamaris Mid-Century Couture Bench
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the mid-century Couture Collection. Furniture constructed by hand from start to finish. A two inch thick single slab of teak wood taken from my finest collection is hand ...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Red Upholstery Bronze Base Bench Settee by Gerald McCabe
By Nico Zoographos, Gerald McCabe
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern park bench style settee love seat by Gerald McCabe.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Bench in Teak with Brass Feet, Italy, 1950s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice Italian bench or side table made in the 1950s. Teak wooden seating with a black metal structure and brass adjustable feet.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass, Steel

Large Solid Brass X Base Ottoman New Upholstery
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice Mid-Century Modern large solid brass ottoman with new upholstery in style of Paul McCobb.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Thebes Stools in Bouclé, Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare pair of 'Thebes' stools Model no. 5002 designed by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar of Berne, Indiana. These iconic benches are the epitome of fine craftsmanship. These are in gre...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Bouclé, Wood

Wire Mesh Loveseat Settee Outdoor Bench
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern all wire mesh outdoor loveseat sofa park bench chair.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Pair of Large Oversize 4x4 Orange Upholstery Square Benches by Steelcase Sofa
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of oversize mid century modern benches by Steelcase.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery

Triangular Low Profile Chairs / Bench in Walnut by Brown Saltman, USA, C. 1950s
Located in Deland, FL
This is an ultra-rare set of 3-legged lounge chairs designed by the legendary John Keal for Brown Saltman. The chairs / modular benches feature original hardware that can be hinged t...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Square Chrome X Base Bench
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Stainless steel X base bench with fabric upholstery.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Ward Bennett Style Chrome and Leather X-Base Stool
Located in Highland, IN
This delightful stool in the manner of Ward Bennett has a strong, simple X-form base in chrome-plated tubular steel and is topped with a seat cushion of black patent faux-snakeskin l...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Three (3) Seat Bench / Sofa Attributed to Milo Baughman on Chrome Base, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
An jaw dropping statement piece. This three seat bench is attributed to Milo Baughman. The comfortable concave seats are found in navy velvet upholstery and are set on a sumptuous ch...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

Set of 12 Mid-Century French Wood of Guinguette Village Folding Benches, 1960s
Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR
Mid-Century French Wood of Guinguette Village Folding Benches, 1960s Set of 12 Vintage Design Rare series of 12 guinguette benches in their original patina, solid and folding cleane...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal

Solid Wood Accent Bench Tables with Steel Bases, Pair
Located in Wilton, CT
Originally vanity ottomans from the Ritz Carlton Hotel, these petite steel framed pieces have been transformed into substantial tables with the help of...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Brazilian Modern Phone in Table in Hardwood Steel, Geraldo de Barros, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
This telephone bench has a two-tier metal frame, including a newly upholstered seat and a cabinet for phone books and notepads. The Rosewood has been refinished, and the upholstery i...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Vintage Wicker Bamboo Curved Bench  Rustic Bench
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage bench features a curved, woven wicker seat with a tight, herringbone pattern, supported by a bamboo frame. The legs are slightly angled for stability, with cross-bracing...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Bamboo, Wicker

Brushed Brass “Mushroom” Pouf in Blush Velvet by Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
The most versatile piece in any living space; "poufs" are elegant additions and very much objects of sculpture in their own right. The Montage Workroom was quite inspired by vintage ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel, Brass

X-Base Chrome and Leather Upholstery Square Bench
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Established Lines, mid century modern decor, solid stainless steel bar X base with leather upholstery seat bench.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Benches

Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Stools or Benches circa 1940
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical stools or benches typical of the South of France in the 1930- 1940 period. The pieces are enameled white with original faux leather coverings with ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery, Faux Leather, Hardwood

Mobichalet Brutalist Long Bench in Oak and Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mobichalet, long bench, oak, pine, Belgium, 1950s This rustic bench will come forward nicely in a relaxing atmosphere, like a patio or a studio space. The brutalist appearance is ex...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Oak, Pine

Midcentury Set of 2 Chairs or Benches in Teak, Italy, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice set of 2 Italian benches or chairs. They are made in the 1960s. Teak wooden seating with a black metal structure. We work with professional packers and shippers, we...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Petite Brass Hairpin Ottomans in Espresso Velvet by Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
The perfect addition to any space! Wonderfully proportioned pair of ottomans upholstered in a supple espresso velvet of the highest quality; 100% cotton. These work in a multitude of...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Petite Brass Hairpin Ottomans in Noir Velvet by Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
The perfect addition to any space! Wonderfully proportioned pair of ottomans upholstered in a supple Noir Velvet of the highest quality; 100% cotton. These work in a multitude of spa...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Mid-Century Modern Leather and Chrome Entry Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern bench is sure to stand out in the entryway to a room or living space. A comfortable white leather surface provides durability and a sleek look while b...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modernist Waterfall Lucite Stool with Chrome trim and Wheels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modernist Waterfall Lucite Stool with Chrome trim and Wheels. Great quality. It was reupholstered in the late 80's. 18" tall
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery, Lucite

Three Chrome and Leather Benches Attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of three chrome and leather upholstered benches attributed to Maison Jansen.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

Pair French Modern Craftsman Iron Teak Benches / Side Table, Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Unique pair of French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman benches / stools or side tables from the 1930 era. The pieces were custom, handmade p...
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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wrought Iron

Italian Bench, 1960s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wooden bench and black metal foot. Wear due to time and age of the bench. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal

Astor Petite Brass Ottoman in Snow Velvet by Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
Designed by Montage, the Astor Petite ottoman is a wonderful addition to a refined interior space. Astor was designed with the delicate proportions of t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Astor Large Brass Tufted Ottoman in Sharkskin Velvet by Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
Designed by Montage, the Astor large ottoman is a wonderful addition to a refined interior space. Astor was designed with the delicate proportions of the midcentury, celebrating an e...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Astor Petite Brass Ottomans in Blush Mohair by Montage, Pair
Located in Wilton, CT
Designed by Montage, the Astor Petite ottoman is a wonderful addition to a refined interior space. Astor was designed with the delicate proportions of the mid-century, celebrating an...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

French Modern Neoclassical Mahogany Leather Benches/ Stools, Andre Arbus, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, timeless pair of French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical mahogany and leather benches or stools attributed to Andre Arbus, circa 1930. The pieces feature Classic X-frame leg ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Leather, Mahogany

GP, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Bench, Pine, Sweden, 1978
Located in Manhasset, NY
GP, Swedish Designer, Mid-Century Modern, Bench, Pine, Sweden, 1978 Mid-century modern bench designed and produced in Sweden in 1978. This example features an interesting carved apr...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Pine

Mid-Century Lucite Tufted White Vinyl Bench
Located in Wilton, CT
Mid-Century custom tufted white vinyl bench with Lucite legs. Very well made and striking mid-1970s piece that may be used in any number of interior design...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

1960s Large Vintage Walnut Bench
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive vintage school bench from the 1960s. This is a really nice example, it is of excellent quality and is a great size. The ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Teak Plank Coffee Table or Bench with Butterfly Inlay Top
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Teak

Pair of Italian Midcentury Brass Stools Attributed to Ico Parisi, 1952
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern solid brass stools or vanity benches based on a prototype by Ico Parisi. 'The creation of these artisan made pieces from the workshop of Ariberto C...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Arthur Umanoff Midcentury Iron and Rattan Catchall Table Stool
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arthur Umanoff mid-century Iron and Rattan Catchall Table Stool This Stool measures: 32 wide x 20 deep x 15.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can b...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Italian Bench or Side Table, 1960 s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice Italian bench or side table made in the 60's. Wooden seating with a black metal structure and brass feet.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Circular Upholstered Cowhide Bench
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Round upholstered bench having cowhide supported on bronze washed metal base.  
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Mid Century Modern Vintage Metal Blue Bench France 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage metal vintage bench with a metal frame, France 1960s. A fantastic bench from metal with renewed loose cushion covered with blue textile fabric and blue cor...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal

Vintage Bench by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice and solid bench, designed by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort in the 60's. Strong structure with wooden slats and steel. Can be used inside or outside.
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Italian Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron Stools / Benches by Pier Luigi Colli, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite and Rare Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical hammered, wrought iron and gilt benches or stools by Pier Luigi Colli. The seats are upholstered in their original ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wrought Iron

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern / Futurist Benches Attr. to Gigi Radice
Located in New York, NY
Rare Pair of Italian Futurist Stools / Ottomans or Benches Attributed to Gigi Radice. These original Mid-Century Modern pieces are very special in embracing the Futurist aesthetic of...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass

Outdoor Overlap Bench in Western Red Cedar and Green Steel for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Overlap' bench in western red cedar and green steel 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

Steel

Hugo Passos Outdoor Banco Double Teak Bench for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Hugo Passos outdoor 'Banco' double teak bench for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Teak

Pine and Leather Hall Seat, Storage Sleigh Bench
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pine and Leather Hall Seat, Storage Sleigh Bench This is a great piece for a hall way where storage space may be difficult, the bench is made with outward sweeping armrests and has...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Cowhide, Oak

Mid-Century Bench in Teak with Brass Feet, Italy, 1950s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice Italian bench or side table made in the 1950s. Teak wooden seating with a black metal structure and brass adjustable feet.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Brass, Steel

Wonderful Pair Milo Baughman Style Chrome X Base Bench Stools Midcentury
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful pair of Milo Baughman chrome X base stools. We love the large scale size of these measuring 21" T x 23” W x 21" D. The tops were upholstered in white faux leather a few yea...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

Mid Century Italian Bench or Side Table, 1960 s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice Italian bench or side table made in the 50s. Wooden seating with a black metal structure.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

Pair of Linen Waterfall Upholstered Benches
Located in New York, NY
Pair of linen blend waterfall upholstered benches.
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Linen

Seldom Seen Brass Compass 2-Seat Bench Manner of Gio Point, Italy
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen brass compass 2-seat bench manner of gio point. Made in Italy. Amazing quality. Retains original brass finish, wonderful patina. Also retains its...
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1950s Italian 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.