Title: Mid-Century Modern Three Seat Gallery Bench in Oak & Leather by Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft, USA, c. 1960s
About: Introducing a rare, low stance three-seater bench designed by the influential Arthur Umanoff. Produced in limited numbers, this hard-to-find bench is constructed from a mix of solid and veneered oak. The legs, in their original black paint, were painted to off-set the piece offering a playful two tone theme. The upholstery, redone a rich Italian leather hide, offers a touch of elegance and timeless comfort.
Arthur Umanoff (1913–1985) was an American industrial designer renowned for his contributions to Mid-Century Modern furniture, particularly in wrought iron and bentwood. Born in New York, Umanoff studied at the Pratt Institute before establishing his own design practice in the 1940s. He gained prominence for creating functional, sculptural pieces that combined metal frames with organic materials, often collaborating with manufacturers like Raymor to produce affordable yet stylish furniture. His designs, characterized by their playful yet practical forms, became iconic in Mid-Century interiors, with wrought iron chairs and bar stools remaining highly sought after by collectors for their enduring appeal and innovative craftsmanship.
With so few of these benches available for sale, and fewer still in such excellent restored condition this extraordinary low profile three-seater is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Umanoff bench that is ready for a lifetime more of use. Able to blend seamlessly against a myriad of design backdrops this bench's petite size makes it perfect for those who are limited on space but unwilling to compromise on style and functionality. Make it yours today before it's truly gone forever.
Origin: United States of America
Proof: Ample Provenance - Industry Consensus
Period: 1960s
Material: Oak | Leather
State: ABT Modern Restored Customization
Condition Details: This iconic three-seater bench by Arthur Umanoff has recently undergone a comprehensive restoration process featuring new upholstery. The mix of solid and veneered oak frame has been hand-sanded and refinished and shows no discernable wear whatsoever.
The upholstery, redone in a luxurious genuine Italian leather hide, is in showroom condition and shows only the wear of a once living animal (ranch brands and scars etc.). All seats feature new medium density foam for maximum comfort and longevity.
This incredibly rare bench is comfortable, structurally sound and ready for a lifetime more of use thanks to its recent restoration process. Please view all photos and natural light video provided for details on this bench's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so additional photos and videos are available upon request.
Style: Mid-Century Modern | Modern
SKU: AM02803
---Dimensions---
Width: 60.5 in / 153.67 cm
Depth: 16.5 in / 41.91 cm
Height: 15.5 in / 39.37 cm
Seat Height: 15 in / 38.1 cm
-- Re-upholstery Option --
If you would like to have the seats reupholstered, please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
-- Shipping and Handling --
This shipping total in the listing is for local pickup only. If you would like to manage shipping yourself, we have several companies we will gladly recommend. If you prefer to have us manage the shipping process we ship to the US and Canada. Rates vary by location. Please message us prior to payment and checkout as you will receive an additional invoice for shipping, handling, and insurance if we manage the process for you in this transaction.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Do I get the piece(s) in the listing? Yes you can but we also source other pieces and have many others in stock if this isn't the exact piece(s) you were looking for. The piece(s) in this listing are currently available for sale as-is, restored or re-worked and will be noted in the description above. If this isn't the exact piece you are looking for or you would like this piece customized, please send us a private message and we'll do our best to meet your specific needs in sourcing or creating your dream piece(s).
Do you ship overseas? Can I manage shipping myself? Each listing includes shipping information specific to the item being sold. If our shipping service does not include your location or if you would like to manage the shipping process yourself for any other reason please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
Why buy ABTModern? We pride ourselves in finding truly amazing, one-of-a-kind pieces and bringing them to you, our clients! We are a small family business and take tremendous pride in doing what we love. Thank you for allowing us to do what we love! Please know we make YOU our NUMBER 1 PRIORITY throughout the entire process. It's our honor to serve you with your furniture and custom design needs.
About: Introducing a rare, low stance three-seater bench designed by the influential Arthur Umanoff. Produced in limited numbers, this hard-to-find bench is constructed from a mix of solid and veneered oak. The legs, in their original black paint, were painted to off-set the piece offering a playful two tone theme. The upholstery, redone a rich Italian leather hide, offers a touch of elegance and timeless comfort.
Arthur Umanoff (1913–1985) was an American industrial designer renowned for his contributions to Mid-Century Modern furniture, particularly in wrought iron and bentwood. Born in New York, Umanoff studied at the Pratt Institute before establishing his own design practice in the 1940s. He gained prominence for creating functional, sculptural pieces that combined metal frames with organic materials, often collaborating with manufacturers like Raymor to produce affordable yet stylish furniture. His designs, characterized by their playful yet practical forms, became iconic in Mid-Century interiors, with wrought iron chairs and bar stools remaining highly sought after by collectors for their enduring appeal and innovative craftsmanship.
With so few of these benches available for sale, and fewer still in such excellent restored condition this extraordinary low profile three-seater is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Umanoff bench that is ready for a lifetime more of use. Able to blend seamlessly against a myriad of design backdrops this bench's petite size makes it perfect for those who are limited on space but unwilling to compromise on style and functionality. Make it yours today before it's truly gone forever.
Origin: United States of America
Proof: Ample Provenance - Industry Consensus
Period: 1960s
Material: Oak | Leather
State: ABT Modern Restored Customization
Condition Details: This iconic three-seater bench by Arthur Umanoff has recently undergone a comprehensive restoration process featuring new upholstery. The mix of solid and veneered oak frame has been hand-sanded and refinished and shows no discernable wear whatsoever.
The upholstery, redone in a luxurious genuine Italian leather hide, is in showroom condition and shows only the wear of a once living animal (ranch brands and scars etc.). All seats feature new medium density foam for maximum comfort and longevity.
This incredibly rare bench is comfortable, structurally sound and ready for a lifetime more of use thanks to its recent restoration process. Please view all photos and natural light video provided for details on this bench's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so additional photos and videos are available upon request.
Style: Mid-Century Modern | Modern
SKU: AM02803
---Dimensions---
Width: 60.5 in / 153.67 cm
Depth: 16.5 in / 41.91 cm
Height: 15.5 in / 39.37 cm
Seat Height: 15 in / 38.1 cm
-- Re-upholstery Option --
If you would like to have the seats reupholstered, please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
-- Shipping and Handling --
This shipping total in the listing is for local pickup only. If you would like to manage shipping yourself, we have several companies we will gladly recommend. If you prefer to have us manage the shipping process we ship to the US and Canada. Rates vary by location. Please message us prior to payment and checkout as you will receive an additional invoice for shipping, handling, and insurance if we manage the process for you in this transaction.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Do I get the piece(s) in the listing? Yes you can but we also source other pieces and have many others in stock if this isn't the exact piece(s) you were looking for. The piece(s) in this listing are currently available for sale as-is, restored or re-worked and will be noted in the description above. If this isn't the exact piece you are looking for or you would like this piece customized, please send us a private message and we'll do our best to meet your specific needs in sourcing or creating your dream piece(s).
Do you ship overseas? Can I manage shipping myself? Each listing includes shipping information specific to the item being sold. If our shipping service does not include your location or if you would like to manage the shipping process yourself for any other reason please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
Why buy ABTModern? We pride ourselves in finding truly amazing, one-of-a-kind pieces and bringing them to you, our clients! We are a small family business and take tremendous pride in doing what we love. Thank you for allowing us to do what we love! Please know we make YOU our NUMBER 1 PRIORITY throughout the entire process. It's our honor to serve you with your furniture and custom design needs.