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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 legendary 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.

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
Linear Daybed in Dark Walnut Series 84 by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing "The Linear Daybed" – Where Clean Lines and Modern Design Converge! Draw clean lines with contemporary furniture inspired by the Mid-Centur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Nickel

Pair of All Upholstered Flower Pattern c1960s Benches Billy Baldwin Style MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of All Upholstered Flower Pattern c1960s Benches Billy Baldwin Style MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Upholstery

Nara Bench Made in Tzalam Wood and Linen Upholstery by Tana Karei
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
The Nara bench is made out of a Mexican wood called Tzalam. The upholstery comes in linen-many color available. This bench can be a great compliment to a living room or the front ...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

George Nakashima, American Black Walnut & Hickory Spindle Bench, 1972
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nakashima bench, created 1972, carved from a single slab of American black walnut with freeform front edge, and with turned hickory spin...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Hickory, Walnut

Vintage Woodard Outdoor Iron Loveseat/Bench
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Woodard Outdoor Metal Loveseat/Bench Offered is a Vintage Woodard Outdoor Metal Loveseat/Bench. This bench has been repainted Black. The bench is ready to use condition. We ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Modern Upholstered Bench, c 1960s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Six wonderfully tapered oak legs on this long bench. At 60 inches a very useful size. This vintage bench has been completely reupholstered in a nubby striped fabric in pink and rose...
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1960s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Design Institute America Pair of Chrome Benches
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Design Institute America Chrome Benches. Nice Scale and Size. Very Solid! Fabric looks original! Often said to be Mio Baughman, but...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

Leather Ojai Bench by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai bench features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a tufted leather cushion with leather straps. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angel...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

Brazilian Midcentury Inspired Marcelo Bench, Tropical Parota Wood and Steel
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This Brazilian midcentury inspired Marcelo bench is a unique creation by Leon Leon Design from Mexico City. It features a p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Low Table from Les Arc 1600, by Charlotte Perriand
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Low table used in Les Arcs 1600. This piece was designed for Les Arcs 1600, one of Charlotte Perriand's most important works. The material is made of Swiss pine wood. Can be used ...
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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Pair of Midcentury Style Hairpin Benches Quick Ship
Located in New York, NY
Circa 21st century pair of Mid-Century Modern style newly made upholstered benches with satin black powder coated hairpin shaped legs and new upholstered seats with eight buttons each. Price is for the pair. Made in the United States. Good overall condition. Ready today, Quick ship...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Crescent Bench in Bronze by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern a remarkable blend of elegance, stability, and artistic craftsmanship. This exquisite bench is d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Bronze

Sergio Rodrigues brazilian white and wood 1950 rocking bench.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Sergio Rodrigues brazilian circa 1950 wood and iron rocking bench.
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Vintage Crown Mfg 7 Seat Aluminum Canvas Folding Chair Camping Sports Team Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Crown Mfg. 7 Seat Aluminum and Canvas Folding Chair Camping Bench Sports Team Seats. Item features an aluminum metal folding frame, brown canvas...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Bench by Emilio Lancia, Italy, 1930s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Bench by Emilio Lancia, Italy, 1930s
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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Roped Iron Benches Side Tables with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Rope Benches Side Tables Stools with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric, A Pair Design and purpose best describe this one-of-a-kind custom set. This pair features authentic classic Monogram Louis Vuitton...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Iris Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Iris Bench is beautifully constructed with a silhouette that is simple, timeless, and sleek. Topped with a cushion to provide additional texture and softness to the piece. Sta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Oak, Ash, Velvet, Linen, Mohair

Gio Bench in White Oak by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Discover The Gio Bench by Stamford Modern: Inspired by the iconic Gio Ponti, this bench seamlessly marries classic elegance with modern functionality. Its distinctive angled legs, ad...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Gio Piano Bench in Espresso by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Discover The Gio Bench by Stamford Modern: Inspired by the iconic Gio Ponti, this bench seamlessly marries classic elegance with modern functionality. Its distinctive angled legs, ad...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Convex Bench Series 60 in Special Walnut
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Convex Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern—a blend of timeless craftsmanship and lightweight design. Crafted from solid oak or walnut, it exudes sophistication, complementing any interior. The upholstered cushion offers a cozy seating...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Vittorio Dassi Italian Modern Walnut and Black Leather Upholstered Long Bench
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Italian Modern walnut bench in sculptural form features a 3-row frame with rounded edges, rectangular seat cushion upholstered in black leather, standing on 4 short conica...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood, Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Italian White Lacquered Curved Seat Wooden Stool Side Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Italian Mid-Century Modern bench stool with white lacquered and curved top seat standing on four beautifully carved and typically shaped legs. We have 5 available.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Gerald McCabe Shedua Trestle Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shedua wood bench from American designer Gerald McCabe for Eon Furniture, c.1970s. The solid wood bench has a long seat with seat back perfect for a dining table or entry way. Two av...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Vintage Henredon Faux Alligator Leather Parsons Stool or Bench
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Henredon Faux Alligator Leather Parsons Stool from the Henredon upholstery collection.
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

The Architectural Bench by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing The Architectural Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern—a sleek and sophisticated addition to any contemporary space. Meticulously crafted with an all-metal construc...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Bench. This stunning modernist teak bench has been professionally upholstered in black and gold tiger print c...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Chenille, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Bench
Located in Highland, IN
This nicely scaled upholstered bench was part of the Eli Lilly corporate collection. Likely used in a reception area, it’s perfect to now serve in an entrywa...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Gio Bench in Black Ceruse by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Discover The Gio Bench by Stamford Modern: Inspired by the iconic Gio Ponti, this bench seamlessly marries classic elegance with modern functionality. Its distinctive angled legs, ad...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Mid- Century Chrome and Lucite Slat Bench in the Style of Milo Baughman
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Modernist chrome slat bench in the style of Milo Baughman. Chrome plated metal square slats with unique lucite spacers.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

1960’s Spanish bench by Sarreid
Located in Chicago, IL
1960’s Spanish bench with brass base and original leather upholstery. Designed by Sarreid.
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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Convex Bench Series 60 in Natural Walnut
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Convex Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern—a blend of timeless craftsmanship and lightweight design. Crafted from solid oak or walnut, it exudes sophistication, complementing any interior. The upholstered cushion offers a cozy seating...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Upholstered Bench by Directional
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered bench by Directional. The bench has an off-white upholstery with a loose cushioned seat.
Category

1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Style Large Rectangular Cambridge Metal Bench by Cumberland
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The classic look of the Cambridge metal bench by Cumberland is a simplistic and captivating piece that brings gratification to any home. This bench is the picture-perfect accent piec...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Billy Baldwin Pair of Vintage X-Benches Slightly in as is Condition
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Billy Baldwin pair of vintage x-benches slightly in as is condition.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery

"Bamse" Bench by Roland Wilhelmsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1971
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pine Wood; Bench; Mid-Century Modern: Karl Andersson & Söner; Roland Wilhelmsson; Swede; 1960s; Modernist Design; Swedish pine "Bamse" bench designed by Roland Wilhemsson for Karl ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Set of Gio Benches by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Discover The Gio Bench by Stamford Modern: Inspired by the iconic Gio Ponti, this bench seamlessly marries classic elegance with modern functionality. Its distinctive angled legs, ad...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Modular Corner setting De Sede Ds 46 (6 elements) NECK Buffalo 5mm leather
Located in Izegem, BE
6 modular elements Ds46 from the Swiss top brand De Sede, made of the thickest buffalo leather: NECK leather (5mm) and solid wood. 2 with an armrest, 1 corner and 3 regular elements:...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

Marquesa Beench by Oscar Niemeyer, Mid-Century Modern-Vintage 1978
Located in Houston, TX
Currently available for acquisition, this exquisitely crafted Mid-Century Modern masterpiece, known as the "Marquesa," represents an embodiment of the remarkable design acumen of Osc...
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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Hardwood, Lacquer

Convex Bench Series 60 in Black Ceruse
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Convex Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern—a blend of timeless craftsmanship and lightweight design. Crafted from solid oak or waln...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Studio Walnut Bench
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Custom walnut bench measuring 55" wide, 18.5" deep and 16" high. Great walnut grain.
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1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Tufted Black Leather and Satin Chrome Leg Bench attributed to Nicos Zographos
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Tufted Black Leather and Satin Chrome Leg Bench, attributed to Nicos Zographos, unsigned, American, circa 1960s. The leather has been clea...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Harvey Probber Attributed Mid Century Walnut Bench Reupholstered
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Mid Century Walnut Bench, attributed to Harvey Probber, unsigned, American, circa 1960s. It has been recently reupholstered ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Folding Army Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage, Folding Dutch Army benches. Solidly constructed with solid wood slats, security strap and stained in camo green with wear that's appropriate for th...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Two Tier Maple Coffee Table, Circa 1960
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball attributed maple "magazine" coffee table - bench. Featuring an original vintage rectangular solid Maple construction with lap joints, wooden screw dowe...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Maple

Jean Prouvé Style Concrete Bench, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of Jean Prouvé style concrete benches from France, circa 1960. Very similar to Prouvé’s iconic ‘Marcoule’ bench from 1953, these benche...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Fratelli Reguitti's Gio Ponti Style Bench
Located in Madrid, ES
Tapered wood Bench fron unknown designer, in the style of Gio Ponti. Italy 1060s Fratelli Reguitti was one of the main producers of Gio Ponti’s designed furniture. This bench is comp...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Modernist Concrete Bench, Belgium circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage modernist concrete bench from Belgium, circa 1940s. Reminiscent of Le Corbusier’s ‘Borne Béton Grande’ outdoor floor lamp for Chandigarh. Minimalis...
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1940s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Rare Series VI 108 Modular Seating Suite by Jørgen Høj for Niels Vitsøe, c. 1962
Located in Norwalk, CT
A rare and highly sought-after example of early Minimalism, this fabulous seating suite from the VI 108 series was designed by Jørgen Høj and crafted by Niels Vitsøe from flat bars o...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Single Custom Channel Tufted Blue Soft Leather Stool or Bench, Italy, 2021
Located in New York, NY
Custom made channel tufted blue soft leather cascade stool or bench, handcrafted in Florence, Italy by an artisan carpenter. One of a kind. Soft Italian leather in a sophisticated de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Benches, Dedar Dalie Papaveri Tulipani by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Contemporary Bench inspired of 1960s style. The bench consist of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. Bench was design...
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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

French Concrete Jigsaw Bench, circa 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful vintage interlocking concrete bench from France, circa 1950s. Four separate components make up the bench, which all interlock with each other. Years of European weather has...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Concrete

Sculptural ICO Bench by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the ICO Bench, a stunning addition to any modern living space. Named after the celebrated Italian designer Ico Parisi, this bench beautifully sho...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Classic Modernist Slat Bench / Cocktail Table After George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist Slat Bench / Cocktail Table after George Nelson,, Nice original condition ,,patina.. Classic modernist design.. Hand delivery avail to New York City or anywhere en ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Vivai del Sud Bamboo Sofa, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vivai Del Sud; Italy; 1970s; Bench; Sofa; Bamboo; Rattan; 2 Seater; Craftsmanship; Vintage Design; Eclectic Interior; Outdoor Furniture; Bohemian; Boho; Mid-Century Modern; Vivai Del Sud bamboo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Bamboo

Iron and Brass Leopard Hide Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This regal leopard hide bench makes a statement as an entryway or bedroom addition.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass, Iron

Neoclassical steel brass curule bench by Maison Jansen 1960s
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful 1960’s Curule Savonarola bench made of heavy stainless steel metal with brass accents. This timeless bench was created by French interior design firm Maison Jansen in the e...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

A Pair Of Florence Knoll Angle Iron Tables Or Benches In Walnut
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic Florence Knoll for Knoll angle iron coffee tables or benches with bookmatched walnut tops. Beautiful veneer, quality early Knoll product...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

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.

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