Panca Bench by Zeus Noto

The Panca Bench by Zeus Noto, designed by Maurizio Peregalli in 1984, distills industrial minimalism into a sleek, functional form. Its slender square‑section steel frame is hand‑welded and epoxy‑painted in a matte black finish, exposing every joint and angle to emphasize structural honesty. The long seat is crafted from Zeus’s signature “thousand‑points” textured rubber—held taut along the frame by extruded rubber sleeves—which offers a subtle tactile contrast to the cool metal and highlights the bench’s graphic simplicity.

Beyond its rigorous geometry, the Panca Bench balances utilitarian rigor with thoughtful comfort and adaptability. The elasticity of the rubber seat provides just enough give for seated ease, while the V‑shaped support bars beneath lend both stability and a refined visual rhythm. Whether placed in a contemporary loft, a corporate lobby, or an art gallery, this bench’s monochrome palette and pared‑back silhouette allow it to integrate seamlessly, serving as both a sculptural object and a versatile seating solution.

Made in Italy by Zeus Noto.

Dimensions: Height 15 3/4"  Depth 16 1/2"  Width 47 1/4" 

Weight: 16 lbs.

Materials: Square tubular frame with epoxy-painted embossed black finish.  Seating in thousand points rubber.  Back in extruded rubber.