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Midcentury Barcelona Daybed Ludwig Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
One of the most important and iconic modern chair designs, the Barcelona daybed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe is as stylish and relevant today as when it was first designed in 1929 for...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

Luigi Tiengo Surfboard Gondola Sofa for Cimon
By Cimon, Hella Jongerius
Located in Hanover, MA
Strikingly sculptural vintage early 1960s gondola sofa with floating surfboard upholstered back designed by Luigi Tiengo for Cimon Ltée of Montreal in 1964. Loose seat cushion. Walnu...
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Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Midcentury American Modern Mel Smilow Solid Walnut Frame Sofa or Daybed
By Mel Smilow
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning midcentury American Modern Mel Smilow Walnut frame long low sofa or daybed. Beautiful armless sofa with solid walnut sculpted frame and steel spring support insert. Has Orig...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Vintage Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise Lounge New Ultra Suede Alcantara Upholstery
By Milo Baughman, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Vintage Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise Lounge New Ultra Suede Alcantara Upholstery.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Daybed by Gerald McCabe
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expertly Refinished, Newly Reupholstered With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vint...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Foam, Walnut

Daybed by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Dallas, TX
A Jens Risom daybed with walnut frame and steel glides. Fully restored.
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Vintage 1960s Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Daybed by Jens Risom
Daybed by Jens Risom
H 22 in W 77 in D 32 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybed, "Chesa Laria" sofa, Azucena, Italy 50s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Argelato, BO
Luigi CACCIA DOMINIONI 1913-2016 Daybed mod. L4 called "Chesa Laria" - circa 1959 Walnut structure upholstered in white fabric Azucena Edition Bibliography: Adalberto Dal Lago, Arre...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona daybed
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
iconic Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Daybed. Knoll International Germany, c. 1986. Chrome-plated stainless steel, walnut, and leather. Also available in white leather.
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

MCM Daybed Sofa Walnut Frame with Arms & Gray-Blue Upholstery & Stram Springs
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible Mid-20th Century MCM (Mid Century Modern) daybed sofa with a square walnut frame & poly wrapped foam seat and back cushions in a zippered gray blue/green and brown upholst...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Italian Art Deco Daybed in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Daybed or bed, walnut, sheepskin, Italy, 1940s This daybed alludes to the stylistics traits of the artistic Art Deco movement of the 1940s. The whole unit feels unified and simplist...
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Daybeds

Materials

Sheepskin, Walnut

Italian Art Deco Daybed in Walnut
Italian Art Deco Daybed in Walnut
H 31.5 in W 79.53 in D 33.47 in
George Nakashima, Long Chair, American Black Walnut, Cotton Webbing, Usa, 1960s
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in High Point, NC
An American black walnut and cotton webbing long chair designed and produced by George Nakashima, USA, 1960s. Features a large burl-detailed, free edge plank armrest typical of Na...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Walnut, Cotton

Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Single Bed in Walnut
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bed or daybed, walnut, oak, Italy, 1980s Giuseppe Rivadossi once again proves his great eye for materialization and technicality this bed ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall 1709-S Style Platform Sofa with Floating Walnut End Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
At well over 9 feet long (112"), this Adrian Pearsall style sofa appears to be soaring like a B-2 bomber with built-in, floating end tables extending like wings off the frame. The fr...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Barcelona Daybed in Brown Leather by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1980s.
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This iconic Knoll Studio Barcelona daybed was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930. Just like the Barcelona chair, the daybed is characterized by a high degree of detail. Eac...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo Daybed in Walnut
By Arredamenti Borsani, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo, daybed, model 5767, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1941 This exceedingly rare sofa or daybed, designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Bor...
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Walnut Frame Stamps Theme Upholstery Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern walnut frame stamps theme blue upholstery gondola sofa.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Fine Quality Louis Phillipe Style Walnut Leather Fainting Couch Daybed Chaise
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Wood. Leather. 40 1/2" h x 72 1/2" w x 30" d. 19" seat height. Condition Scratches. Dents in edges. Stains to leather.
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Louis Philippe Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Scandinavian Modern Daybed
Located in Dallas, TX
Simple and elegant vintage MCM daybed comprised of teak wood frame supporting a tufted upholstered cushion. Sturdy and in good vintage condition; cushion is stained on one side, reup...
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Scandinavian Modern Daybed
Scandinavian Modern Daybed
H 17.5 in W 75.75 in D 30.75 in
Richard Schultz Pair of Single Beds for Knoll, Will Also Serve as a King Bed
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of steel-reinforced bedframes with tilting cane headboards and walnut legs produced by Knoll in the early 1950s. The body is upholstered in the original Alexander Girard striped...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Steel

Incredible Neoclassical French Empire Swan Neck Daybed or Single Bed
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Early 20th century French Empire daybed featuring carved swan neck ends. Crafted from rich walnut having gorgeous neoclassical motifs of rosettes and acanthus leaves. Supported by ca...
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Antique Early 1900s French Empire Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mahogany Slight Panels Arms Compact Daybed Style Gold Stripe Window Bench MINT!
By Maison Jansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mahogany french slight panels arms compact daybed style gold stripe window bench mint!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley Style Walnut Upholstered Daybed
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Edward Wormley style walnut daybed. Has a loose cushioned headrest. Solid walnut frame and newly upholstered.   
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage DS-80 Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage patchwork leather daybed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s. Sits on an ebonoized walnut wood base. In overall good original condition with age appropriate wear. The leather has ...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE-7 Daybed
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE-7 daybed. Rare walnut, teak and cane combination. Original leather cushion with warm patina. Daybed has been refinished. Would work well in a variety...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Teak, Walnut, Leather, Cane

Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE-7 Daybed
Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE-7 Daybed
H 29.5 in W 78 in D 34 in
Mel Smilow Daybed Couch
By Mel Smilow
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Mel Smilow daybed couch.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mel Smilow Daybed Couch
Mel Smilow Daybed Couch
H 28.5 in W 95 in D 32 in
Large Black Leather Ottoman Bench Daybed, Mid-Century Modern Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Large black leather ottoman, Mid-Century Modern style. 49” by 49” and 17.25”tall. The black leather is beautiful with plenty of wear, walnut veneered base. Great for a home or store...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Black Leather Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Asheville, NC
This Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll daybed has new black leather tufted upholstery as the previous top was a bit worn. We kept the original boxing/band and underside. The cushion has ne...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Historicizing Sofa, Austria-Hungary, 1900
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Upholstered sofa in the historicizing style, walnut, floral fabric. Made at the turn of the 19th and 20th Century in Austria Hungary. In very good condition, it was renovated in the...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Baroque Sofas

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Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Historicizing Sofa, Austria-Hungary, 1900
Historicizing Sofa, Austria-Hungary, 1900
H 44.49 in W 74.41 in D 29.93 in
Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise in Zebra Print Cowhide Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Saint Louis, MO
One look and you'll be hooked on this drop dead gorgeous Mid-Century Modern wave chaise by none other than famed designer Adrian Pearsall freshly reupholstered in rich zebra stamped ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Cowhide, Upholstery, Walnut

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Sofa, circa 1960, Italy
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare Luigi Caccia Dominioni sofa, L4 "Chesa Laria" model, Azucena Edition circa 1960, Italy.` Model created in 1959, small production. Sculptural walnut wood structure, new upholster...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Sofa, circa 1960, Italy
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Sofa, circa 1960, Italy
H 37.41 in W 78.75 in D 35.04 in
1970s Grey Fabric on Walnut Legs Daybed by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
New upholstery in grey high-quality fabric, walnut base, daybed by Adrian Pearsall, USA, 1970. This organically shaped daybed stands on solid walnut tapered legs. The chaise loungei...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings White Lacquered Walnut Daybed New Abstract Upholstery
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings white lacquered walnut daybed new abstract linen like fabric upholstery. Tufted with square buttons. Stunning looking piece.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Martin Borenstein Elegant Daybed/Bench with Sculptural Legs, 1950s
By Martin Borenstein
Located in New York, NY
Daybed/bench with walnut base, upholstered cushion seat and sculptural chrome legs by Martin Borenstein for MB Designs, Challenge Series, American 1960's. Borenstein was a California...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

Mel Smilow Mid-Century Wide Walnut Lounge Chair Daybed
By Mel Smilow
Located in Countryside, IL
Mel Smilow mid-century wide walnut lounge chair daybed. The lounge chair measures: 49 wide x 27.5 deep x 25 high, with a seat height of 11 inches. All pieces of furniture can b...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Turquoise Sofa Daybed with Built-in End Table
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Hartford, CT
Authentic Adrian Pearsall pieces are some of his most dramatic creations. They also need space! Magnificent and coveted Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates sofa with walnut front...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sofa Daybed with Cushion
Located in Downingtown, PA
Mid-Century Modern walnut sofa daybed with cushion. Walnut sofa with paddle arms and brass slide hardware for daybed function. Original cushion. Support straps damaged or missing and...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

TH Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Daybed for Widdicomb, USA 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
A TH Robsjohn-Gibbings daybed from his collaboration with John Widdicomb in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This line was a modern take on many classic designs, the bed carries the lines see...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sofa Daybed Model 615
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Hartford, CT
Authentic Adrian Pearsall pieces are some of his most dramatic creations. They also need space! Magnificent and coveted Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates daybed sofa with walnu...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Walnut

Edward Wormley Elegant Sofa Day Bed with Walnut Legs, 1953
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Elegant sofa daybed model no. 5334 with separated back and arm with walnut legs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, 1953.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Gradient Grey Upholstered Daybed
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern gradient grey monochrome upholstered daybed; walnut and bronze base. Upholstery in great condition.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury Daybed Sofa with Yellow Knoll Fabric, 1960s
By Jens Risom, George Nelson
Located in Detroit, MI
This incredible vintage daybed sofa in the style of George Nelson or Jens Risom is circa 1960. With Classic Mid-Century Modern styling, this unique piece features clean lines and a l...
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut

1930s Art Deco Daybed-Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Art Deco chair. Walnut frame French polish finish and new upholstery green Mohair. Chair convert in to the daybed. Chair extended circa 75 inches.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

1930s Art Deco Daybed-Chair
1930s Art Deco Daybed-Chair
H 40 in W 29.5 in D 27.5 in
Rare Smilow Daybed Couch
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
Wood frame, loose cushion seat and back. Well-crafted and well designed, the frame is in excellent condition, the cushions show significant wear and will need to be replaced. Rare fo...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Rare Smilow Daybed Couch
Rare Smilow Daybed Couch
H 25 in W 94.5 in D 28.5 in
Italian Walnut Sofa with White Upholstery from 1920s
Located in Florence, IT
Italian walnut sofa with white upholstery from 1920s. This sofa has already been completely restored.
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Vintage 1920s Italian Empire Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Sofa
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Sharp Adrain Pearsall sofa or daybed with built in white Formica and walnut Formica reversible side tables. Newly reupholstered in a stunning California Urban Collection fabric. ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Sofa
Adrian Pearsall Sofa
H 31 in W 113 in D 31.5 in
Ed Wormley for Dunbar Rectangular Upholstered Daybed, 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Ed Wormley for Dunbar rectangular upholstered daybed, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Mel Smilow Daybed Sofa Frame in Walnut for Smilow-Thielle
By Smilow-Thielle, Mel Smilow
Located in Asheville, NC
Long, low and sleek Mid-Century daybed or sofa frame by Mel Smilow for Smilow-Thielle. Finely crafted, this walnut daybed frame features a modernist rail back with a sprung-metal sla...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Pair of George Nakashima Walnut Daybeds
By George Nakashima
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid walnut frames, legs. Birch plywood platform. Gorgeous corner details. Has mattress or cushion top and two back pillows for each bed. Some minor corner bumps and scuffs. Fabric ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Birch, Textile, Walnut

Charming Day Bed Composed of Antique Elements
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Great looking daybed made from two beds in walnut with cane and gilt decoration
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20th Century Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Divano letto Art Decò anni '50 in stoffa e radica di noce
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegante divano letto con struttura in radica di noce e imbottitura rivestita in tessuto abbinato originale dei primi anni '50. Elemento d'arredo polifunzionale, dalle linee contenu...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mies Van Der Rohe, Barcelona Daybed, Manufactured by Knoll International, 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Barcelona Daybed, designed by Mies van Der Rohe for the German Pavilion at the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona. The collection of furniture he created was received with g...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

Nancy Corzine Walnut French French Directoire Daybed Fainting Couch Chaise
By Nancy Corzine
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Walnut. Upholstered. Nail head trim. 73 long x 26 wide x 31 tall x 15 seat height Condition Scratches. Minor stains to upholstery.
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1990s Unknown Directoire Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Tufted Vinyl Daybed Sofa, 1950s
Located in Harlingen, TX
This sleek low profile vintage mid-century modern daybed style lounge sofa flaunts a minimalist design featuring walnut wood framing with a partial back rail and one side arm with ve...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Duchesse Brisée with Gilt X-Form Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis Louis XVI style walnut Duchesse brisée from the 20th century made of three pieces. Exemplifying the elegance of the Louis XVI style, this 20th-century French walnut Du...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Louis XV style daybed, walnut frame and gold velvet upholstery.
Located in Oakville, ON
A Louis XV style walnut daybed having a length of 89 1/2" and being supported by four legs, it is sturdy and comfortable. The length of the foam mattress is 74 1/2"i and suitable fo...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Daybed Sofa with Walnut Frame
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern daybed sofa features hardwood construction, beautiful walnut finish, removable cushions with original upholstery, unique lattice-style armrests, and tall tape...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Robin Day Daybed for Habitat
By Robin Day
Located in Solihull, GB
circa 1980s Habitat reissue of the 1957 Robin Day design. The back is designed to flip over to create a single bed. The daybed has been fully restored and presents superbly. It...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Robin Day Daybed for Habitat
Robin Day Daybed for Habitat
H 27.56 in W 75.99 in D 21.26 in
Midcentury Walnut Daybed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W77 D32 D64 H31 SW72 SD22 SD52.5 SH18 AH24 Bedw73 D31 H17.5 Fully restored solid walnut daybed in excellent condition. Frame has been secured and refinished by our in house art...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Midcentury Walnut Daybed
Midcentury Walnut Daybed
H 31 in W 77 in D 32 in
Upholstered French Daybed with Walnut Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French daybed. An upholstered body resting on a simple and elegant base made of walnut. End rectangular resting cushion fastened by a strap.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Daybed Sofa with Walnut Frame
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern daybed sofa features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, three cushions with vintage upholstery, and removable black legs. Dimensions: 78w 33d 2...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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20th Century Walnut Daybeds For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 20th century walnut daybeds is available at 1stDibs. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Louis XVI 20th century walnut daybeds are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made 20th century walnut daybeds over the years, but those made by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Adrian Pearsall are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 20th Century Walnut Daybeds?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,750, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $32,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Daybeds for You

An antique or vintage daybed is a practical solution for furnishing any modest-sized bedroom or guest room and can even be a versatile option for the reading nook in your living room.

Daybeds, which traditionally comprise a simple three-sided frame and twin-size mattress or boxy foam cushion, have a long history that dates back at least to the early Greeks and Romans. The spare construction and multipurpose nature of these multifunctional marvels — they’re not loveseats, sofas or chaise longues, but each share some commonalities — have over time rendered them an easy and often essential piece of seating.

All manner of daybeds have materialized over the years. There are ornate, unconventional versions created in the Louis XV, Art Deco and Empire styles, while popular mid-century modern iterations include the Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, as well as the Nelson daybed, which architect George Nelson created for Herman Miller in the 1940s. But you don’t have to limit yourself to one of the classics.

Variations on the daybed have been developed all over the world, and contemporary examples come in all shapes, upholstery options and sizes. (They’re no longer limited to twin size.) No matter what style you choose, this luxury furnishing ensures that you don’t have to wait until nighttime to start dreaming.

On 1stDibs, find a cozy collection of antique, new and vintage daybeds today.