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Run Daybed 72" Kvadrat Hallingdal 200 Fabric With Ash Top And Black Aluminum
By Sam Hecht + Kim Colin
Located in Hanover, PA
Run is a collection of tables, benches and shelves by Sam Hecht and Kim Colin, designers of the simple and no-nonsense. Run effortlessly finds balance in both indoor and outdoor land...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Daybeds

Materials

Aluminum

Run Daybed 72" Kvadrat Hallingdal 200 Fabric With Walnut Top And Black Aluminum
By Sam Hecht + Kim Colin
Located in Hanover, PA
Run is a collection of tables, benches and shelves by Sam Hecht and Kim Colin, designers of the simple and no-nonsense. Run effortlessly finds balance in both indoor and outdoor land...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Daybeds

Materials

Aluminum

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

Linear Bench in Natural Wanut Series 72 by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing "The Linear Bench" – Where Clean Lines and Modern Design Converge! Draw clean lines with contemporary furniture inspired by the Mid-Century Modern Legend, Edward Wormley...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Linear Daybed Series 60 in Espresso and Bronze
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by Mid-Century Modern Legend, Edward Wormley "The Linear Daybed" embodies modern minimalism with clean lines and a sturdy metal stretcher. Explore our seven wood finishes an...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bronze

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

Barcelona Daybed in Brown Leather by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1980s.
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
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

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...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Classic Walnut Daybed by Chris Lehrecke
By Chris Lehrecke
Located in Bangall, NY
The classic Lehrecke daybed was designed in 1996 at a time when the influences were a combination of Scandinavian and African, resulting in a primitive, yet highly refined, look. Thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Daybeds

Materials

Aluminum

Linear Daybed in Special Walnut Series 72 by Stamford Modern
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-Century Modern Legend, Edward Wormle...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Woven Rush Daybed in Walnut with Leather Pillow and Cushion by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
The Woven Rush Day Bed, designed by Judy Smilow in 2014, is a modern addition to Mel Smilow's Woven Rush Collection. Solid walnut daybed with handwoven rush seat and leather cushio...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Rush, Walnut

Linear Daybed in Dark Walnut Series 84 by Stamford Modern
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-Century Modern Legend, Edward Worml...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise Lounge New Ultra Suede Alcantara Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Vintage Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise Lounge New Ultra Suede Alcantara Upholstery.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Woven Rush Daybed in Walnut by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
The Woven Rush Day Bed, designed by Judy Smilow in 2014, is a modern addition to Mel Smilow's Woven Rush Collection. Solid walnut daybed with handwoven rush seat. Measures: 75" W ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Rush, 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

Dutch Daybed Extra Large by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Dutch daybed extra large has a semi-attached cushion with one bolster pillow. The base is made of American walnut or white oak and antique brass toecaps. The Lawson-Fenning Col...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Richard Schultz Pair of Single Beds for Knoll, Will Also Serve as a King Bed
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
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

Linear Daybed in Natural Walnut Series 72 by Stamford Modern
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-Century Modern Legend, Edward Wormle...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Unique GB201 Walnut Daybed Sculpted by Gregory Beson
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique GB201 walnut daybed sculpted by Gregory Beson Unique Dimensions: L 90" x W 28" x H 23.25" Materials: Walnut, Polyurethane Finish, Kvadrat Upholstery Available in domes...
Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Silas Daybed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Silas day bed uses an exposed solid wood frame to become the focal point for classic geometry, while maintaining a timeless feel. The silhouette of a soft bolster cushion and e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Velvet, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Silas Daybed
Silas Daybed
H 27.25 in W 84 in D 42 in
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!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Upholstered Walnut Buchanan Daybed Twin Size with Dovetails and Turned Legs
By Meredith Hart Furniture
Located in Durham, NC
A simple, sturdy daybed that works well as seating in a living space and as a guest bed. A mix of construction techniques both seen and hidden create a sturdy yet sleek focal point t...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

Materials

Cowhide, Upholstery, Walnut

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

Mel Smilow Daybed Couch
By Mel Smilow
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Mel Smilow daybed couch.
Category

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

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

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Basso Customizable Metal and Leather Bench or Daybed Handmade by Laylo Studio
By Laylo Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Shown in blackened steel, brushed stainless, natural walnut, and black leather. at 20” wide x 18” high x 60” long also shown with natural ash legs in various dimensions The BASS...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Benches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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

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.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Custom Oak Bench by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is one of our custom benches that can be made in walnut or oak. As shown in oak with a distressed natural, weathered looking finish. This can be made in custom lengths and it ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut

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...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Turquoise Sofa Daybed with Built-in End Table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
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

EÆ Daybed in Fortuny Wool, Walnut and Blackened Brass by Erickson Aesthetics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The EÆ daybed in ribbed Fortuny checkered wool cushion with asymmetrically tapered oval Black Walnut legs and blackened brass frame. Matching or custom contrasting bolster included....
Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

EÆ Daybed in Grey Brindle Hide, Walnut, Blackened Brass by Erickson Aesthetics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The EÆ daybed in ribbed grey Brazilian brindle hair-on-hide cushion with asymmetrically tapered oval black walnut legs and blackened brass frame. Matching or custom contrasting bols...
Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Walnut & Bouclé Daybed / Japanese Jointed
By Chris Miano
Located in Union City, NJ
Constructed from solid walnut this Japanese jointed Daybed is designed and built to last. Its mattresses and bolster are upholstered with a natural Bouclé fabric. We also offer COM ...
Category

2010s American American Craftsman Daybeds

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Custom King, Queen Full or Twin Spool Bed by Dos Gallos Studio
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom bobbin bed with spool/bobbin head and foot board. Shown here in a twin size, in mahogany. Can be made in oak, mahogany, walnut or alder in a variety of sizes, full, queen king...
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21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Beds and Bed F...

Materials

Mahogany, Oak, Walnut

Scandinavian Modern Day Bed with Back Rest Hand Cut Mitered Splines Solid Wood
By stille home
Located in Templeton, CA
The need for a good day bed in this collection felt essential. It is designed with one task in mind: lounging, whether that be in the day or sleeping through the night. It’s inspired...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bouclé, Faux Leather, Oak, Walnut

Scandinavian Modern Dog Bed Hand Cut Mitered Splines White Oak or Walnut Boucle
By stille home
Located in Templeton, CA
The Good Bed is named after and inspired by my two golden retrievers and their uncanny ability to sleep all day and all night. Made from quarter sawn white oak with mitered corners r...
Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Oak, Walnut, Bouclé, Faux Leather

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sofa Daybed Model 615
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
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...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Walnut

Walnut and Cognac Leather Daybed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Walnut and cognac leather daybed, American, circa 2000s. Beautiful joinery and construction. It was made circa 2008 and has seen very little use.
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut, Leather, Wood

Walnut and Cognac Leather Daybed
Walnut and Cognac Leather Daybed
H 16.25 in W 81 in D 30 in
Daybed in the Style of Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dorchester, MA
Custom-made by Machine Age in the style of Edward Wormley's work for Dunbar, this capacious daybed features an asymmetric L-shaped backrest and is upholstered in Knoll's Rivington te...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Stainless Steel

Edward Wormley Elegant Sofa Day Bed with Walnut Legs, 1953
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
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.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

William Emmerson Black Walnut and Leather Daybed Chaise
By William Emmerson
Located in Southhampton, NY
Solid black walnut and woven leather strapping. This piece is from Emmerson's Ab Ovo line. Ab Ovo means "from the beginning" or "from the egg." The line was inspired by the human ana...
Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Long Walnut Bench by Tinatin Kilaberidze
By Tinatin Kilaberidze
Located in New York, NY
Created by designer Tinatin Kilaberidze for Valerie Goodman Gallery. A spectacular bench in walnut, maple and ash beautifully crafted with mortise and tenon joints. Covered with Mer...
Category

2010s American Benches

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

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...
Category

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
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. ...
Category

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
Walnut Crescent Lounge or Chaise Longue by Vonnegut Kraft
By Vonnegut/Kraft
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Not So General Gallery in Los Angeles is proud to present the Crescent Lounge. Exquisitely crafted by design studio Vonnegut Kraft in their Sunset Park, Brooklyn studio, the crescen...
Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Ed Wormley for Dunbar Rectangular Upholstered Daybed, 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Ed Wormley for Dunbar rectangular upholstered daybed, 1950s.
Category

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...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Shimna Beam Upholstered Daybed with Solid Hardwood Legs
By SHIMNA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Based on the Shimna beam sofa, this daybed just seems to make sense. We’ve removed the sofa back, and this allows for a roughly twin-sized bed. Internal components include a layer of...
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2010s American Organic Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Ash, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Reclaimed Wood

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

LAWSON CARVED WALNUT LOUNGE WITH BOLSTERS
By Derapage Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
This hand carved walnut lounge is upholstered in leather with the saddle stitching to join the hides. THe carving is that of a acanthus/nautilus and is outlined with nailhead detail...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Daybeds

Materials

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...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

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

Neoclassical Daybed in Antique Chestnut Leather with Walnut and Brass Base
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Neoclassical style handmade Daybed upholstered in distressed chestnut leather and resting on an American Walnut frame with antiqued brass toecaps. Chic. Sexy. Elegant. The sort of da...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Daybeds

Materials

Brass

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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...
Category

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
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...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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American Walnut Daybeds For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of american walnut daybeds for sale on 1stDibs. Find 126 antique and vintage american walnut daybeds at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 13 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of american walnut daybeds available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of american walnut daybeds to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco american walnut daybeds are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large american walnut daybeds, so small american walnut daybeds measuring 9 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Adrian Pearsall each produced beautiful american walnut daybeds that are worth considering.

How Much are American Walnut Daybeds?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $6,500, while they’re typically $950 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.

Questions About American Walnut Daybeds
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    With respect to the actual wood, the outer layer of American walnut — the sapwood — has a creamy yellow-white color whereas the inner layer — the heartwood — ranges from a golden brown to dark chocolate brown color. In more descriptive words, the color of American walnut embodies the richness of chocolate mixed with slight undertones of red wine. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage American walnut furniture.