1960s Bench Seat
Mid-20th Century Industrial Benches
Beech
Mid-20th Century Industrial Benches
Beech
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Oak, Leather
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage 1960s Benches
Wood
Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Benches
Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Rush, Beech
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Modern Benches
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Wood, Beech, Bentwood, Plywood
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Plywood
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Benches
Elm
Mid-20th Century French Benches
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Benches
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Benches
Chrome
Vintage 1960s French Benches
Rush, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Rope, Teak
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Cowhide, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Travertine, Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Cord, Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Benches
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Benches
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Rattan
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wenge
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Lucite
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Beech, Poplar
Vintage 1960s French Benches
Vintage 1960s Czech Industrial Chairs
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
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1960s Bench Seat For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 1960s Bench Seat?
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- What is a bench seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Benches can be used in nearly every space, from the foyer to the bedroom to the living room. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host several guests with limited space. On 1stDibs, find benches and other seating today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Bench seats are typically around 18 inches deep.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat should be between 18 and 20 inches in height (46-51 cm). Though this is an average range, the height depends on its use. Bench height is also defined based on the distance from the seat to the ground. Find antique and vintage benches on 1stDibs.
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