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Danish Modern Teak Sofa Daybed by Edvard Kindt
By Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Frederick, MD
This Danish teak sofa has a secret. It has hide-away side tables but even better, it opens up into
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Wool, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid-Century Modern daybed, sofa - model GE- 258 designed by Hans Wegner for Getma
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Peter Hvidt Gray Daybed or Sofa, Denmark 1950s
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Berlin, DE
Peter Hvidt daybed or sofa in teak, Denmark 1950s. New upholstered in Raf Simons Kvadrat Fabric.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Original 1950s Danish 3-Seat Sofa or Daybed
Located in Markington, GB
1950s Danish 3-seat sofa or daybed
Lovely 1950s part wood framed sofa in very good condition, it
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Attr. Borge Mogensen Danish Mid-Century Convertible Daybed Sofa
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Take relaxation to a new level of style with this Danish mid-century convertible sofa/daybed
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Oak
Danish Daybed Sofa Lounge Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in KINGSFORD, NSW
Danish 'Minerva' Daybed Sofa Lounge Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France and Sons
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Wood
Fine Danish Box Sofa / Daybed in Oak 1960s. New Upholstered
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish box sofa / daybed with new mattress and new grey wool fabric. Made in solid oak and produced
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1960s Hans Wegner GE-258 Daybed, Sofa in Lacquered Oak / Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 258 daybed is a versatile piece of furniture. The
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sofa or daybed ‘Model No 4311’ by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s.
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare sofa or daybed ‘Model No 4311’ designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Brass
H 29.93 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Sofa / Daybed, Danish 1960s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Sofa / Daybed, Danish 1960s
Danish modern sofa by
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
H 27.75 in W 75 in D 30 in
Børge Mogensen Sofa / Daybed Model 4311/4312
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Børge Mogensen sofa / daybed model 4311/4312. Produced by Fredericia Möbelfabrik in Denmark. Very
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Leather, Oak
Mid-Century Danish Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The term “daybed” traditionally applied to sofas and chaise lounges used for socializing during the
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Poul Volther Diva Daybed Sofa Gemla, Denmark, 1959
By Poul Volther
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice sophisticated daybed sofa Model 981 designed by Poul M Volther and manufactured by Gemla
Category
1950s European Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Modern Teak Modular Sofa, Denmark 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
is delightfully unique.
Danish Modern designs are mostly utilitarian objects and as such they can
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Buffalo, NY
The perfect New York sofa and guest bed, and one of the finest daybed designs of the era. The model
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern, Minimalist Daybed Reupholstered in Vintage Fabric, Made in 1980s
Located in Odense, DK
A playful minimalist daybed / sofa with two pillows, reupholstered in colorful vintage gobelin
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Late 20th Century Danish Bauhaus Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 12.6 in W 83.86 in D 40.16 in
Børge Mogensen Sofa / Daybed Model 4311/4312 by Fredericia in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa / daybed model 4311/4312 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia stolefabrik
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 30.71 in W 76.38 in D 29.53 in
Danish Modern Daybed, Reupholstered, Made in Pine, by Nyt i Bo, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A large Danish mid century daybed in solid pine, reupholstered in grey wool. Made by a Danish
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Wool, Pine
H 16.15 in W 78.75 in D 47.25 in
1970s Teak Daybed Burnt Orange + Gray Scandinavian Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sofa daybed.
Danish modern teak wood sofa day bed.
Fabric is burnt orange with a gray bolster
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The perfect New York sofa and guest bed, and one of the finest daybed designs of the era. The model
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak
Danish Cabinetmaker Daybed Upholstered in Yak Hide, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish mid-century furniture designer was concerned with graceful proportions and restrained, harmonious
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Hide, Wood
H 17.33 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Børge Mogensen #330 Fredericia Oak "Football" Sofas / Daybeds w/ Original Fabric
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Winnipeg, CA
A rare pair of sofas/daybeds designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia A/S. Originally designed in
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 12.75 in W 56 in D 27.5 in
Danish Teak Daybed and Sofa Model Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard 50s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in St-Brais, JU
Mid-century 3 seater sofa and daybed designed by the Danish architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
H 29.53 in W 63.78 in D 31.5 in
Minerva Daybed or Sofa Model 417 Manufactured by France & Søn
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The King of Danish Modern.
The Minerva Daybed/Sofa Model FD 417t is a solid investment piece and
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Wool, Wood
Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard For John Stuart FD451 Daybed Sofas & Corner Table Set
By Peter Hvidt, Hvidt & Mølgaard, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. This leather sofa set is an archetypal example of their mastery. Lovingly restored, Mid-Century Modern
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
H 32 in W 63.5 in D 32.5 in
Danish Modern Minerva Teak Daybed by Hvidt & Mølgaard for France & Søn, 1960s.
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen
Located in Asaa, DK
-Century Modern daybed or sofa model FD 417 designed by Danish architects Peter Hvidt og Orla Mølgaard
Category
1960s Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak
H 30.32 in W 80.71 in D 30.32 in
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed in Oak and Rattan "GE7" Made at GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Oak, Wool
H 25.99 in W 78.35 in D 35.04 in
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa Daybed Model GE7 in Teak and Cane 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Cane, Teak
Daybed with Upholstered Mattress and Brass Shoes, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This gorgeous daybed was inspired by classic Danish furniture design and its elegant simplicity
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Brass
Poul M Volther Daybed Sofa Model 981 DIVA by Frem Røjle, Teak 60ties green cord
By Frem Røjle, Poul Volther
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Danish Modern Mid Century Daybed Modell 981 DIVA by Poul Volther for Frem Røjle.
1st Edition by the
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Cord, Beech
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Mid Century Danish Daybed in Solid Pine, Reupholstered in Wool, 1980s
Located in Odense, DK
Mid century Danish daybed / sofa in solid pine and reupholstered in bouclé ish wool, 1980s.
A
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Wool, Pine
H 29.93 in W 80.71 in D 33.47 in
Børge Mogensen Oak Daybed "Model 190" for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Utrecht, NL
Børge Mogensen designed for function more than sculptural effect. Daybed Model 190 was designed in
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Superb Studio Craft Teak Mid-Century Sofa or Daybed or Twin Bed Frame
By George Nakashima Studio
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Custom Studio Craft Handmade midcentury Solid teak sofa or daybed or twin bed frame in teak wood
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak
Art Deco Daybed, Reupholstered in Vintage Fabric, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
By Josef Frank
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Art Deco daybed / sofa, reupholstered in colorful vintage gobelin fabric from the 80s. Made by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 18.12 in W 74.02 in D 33.08 in
“Model 159” Daybed in Bouclé by Bernhard Pedersen Og Søn, Denmark, 1960s
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Utrecht, NL
; unlike a traditional sofa, this modern bench-style daybed won't block the view of the window and the deep
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 13.78 in W 72.45 in D 31.5 in
Hans Wegner Sofa Daybed Model GE7 in Teak and Cane 1960's for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Daybed model GE 7
Denmark, circa 1965.
Teak, painted wood, upholstery
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner Model GE 6 Teak and Cane daybed by Getama, Denmark 1960s
Located in Emeryville, CA
craftsmanship, functionality, and elegant simplicity. This convertible daybed/sofa, created in 1965, features a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Cane, Teak
Osvaldo Borsani D70 daybed sofa Tecno Italy 1954
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful D70 daybed/sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani D70 and manufactured by Tecno in Italy in
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Metal, Brass
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare minerva daybed / sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
H 31.11 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
1960s Daybed, Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic 3-seater sofa with daybed function from the 1960s. Model Senator by Ole Wanscher for P
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Sofa/ Daybed by Rob Parry for Gelderland, Netherlands, 1950s
By Rob Parry, Gelderland
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
This sofa is designed by Rob Parry and produced by Gelderland. This specific design with
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Metal
Daybed/Sofa Made In Oak Designed by Hans J. Wegner From 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Hans J. Wegner's oak daybed / sofa is a unique design from around the 1960s, created with a
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Expertly Restored - Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Teak & Cane Daybed Sofa
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Wood, Teak
H 30.5 in W 80 in D 29.5 in
Danish Mid-Century Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Denmark 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in St-Brais, JU
A comfortable 3seater sofa and daybed designed by Danish architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
Sofa/daybed in oak and checkered original fabric by Børge Mogensen & Lis Ahlman
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sofa/daybed model 4312 designed by Børge Mogensen. produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 76.38 in D 39.38 in
Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner GE-259 Adjustable Daybed Sofa for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak
"Minerva" Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Møllgaard, Denmark, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Stockholm, SE
into a daybed by removing the back cushions. Made from teak with metal details, a sleek and modern
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak
Minerva sofa or Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard for France & Søn, 1960s
By Fredericia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s
- Made in Denmark
- Good original condition
- New black upholstery
- Wooden parts refreshed
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
H 34.65 in W 49.22 in D 32.29 in
Six Piece Mid Century Danish Modern Sectional sofa by Hans Olsen For Bramin
By Hans Olsen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
" deep daybed for overnight guests.
This sofa has received a new platform fabric cover. When this was
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak
Harbo Sølvsten Model "Tivoli-Df 22" Convertible Sofa, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare sofa and daybed was made by Danish designer, Harbo Sølvsten, and is an exquisite piece of
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Teak Sofa Set Model Minerva by Hvidt & Mølgaard 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in St-Brais, JU
modern demands. The back rest can be removed, so the sofa turns easily into a daybed. Beyond this, all
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen Daybed in Teak
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, daybed or sofa, teak, Denmark, 1956.
This Scandinavian
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak
1950s Hans J Wegner Daybed Model Ge19 by GETAMA, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with good original corduroy fabric
- sturdy and stable.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Børge Mogensen Model 4312 Natural Oak Sofa Bed
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Model 4312' loveseat or daybed designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik.
Børge
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Model FD130/3 Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Denmark 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in St-Brais, JU
A comfortable 3seater sofa and daybed designed by Danish architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
Model FD130/3 Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Denmark 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in St-Brais, JU
A comfortable 3seater sofa and daybed designed by Danish architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Teak, Wool, Upholstery
Hvidt and Mølgaard-nielsen for France & Søn 'Minerva' Daybed in Teak
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, Denmark, design 1957, production 1960s.
This elegant daybed or sofa is named 'Minerva' after the goddess
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 30.32 in
Danish GE6 Sofa Bed By Hans Wegner For Getama Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅
Danish GE6 Sofa Bed by Hans Wegner for Getama
The model GE6 Daybed designed by Hans J
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Linen, Teak
H 30.32 in W 76.78 in D 33.86 in
Danish Teak "Minerva" Sectional Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Danish teak “Minerva” sectional sofa / daybed designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Chrome
H 31 in W 78.5 in D 31 in
Grete Jalk Daybed for Poul Jeppesen
By Grete Jalk
Located in London, England
Grete Jalk (1920-2006) was a Danish architect and furniture designer known for her contributions to
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Danish Modern Daybed Sofa
Materials
Velvet, Teak
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the retro Danish modern daybed sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each retro Danish modern daybed sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and hardwood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect retro Danish modern daybed sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right retro Danish modern daybed sofa, those designed in Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made retro Danish modern daybed sofa over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, Hvidt & Mølgaard and Peter Hvidt are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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A retro Danish modern daybed sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,098, while the lowest priced sells for $1,435 and the highest can go for as much as $9,400.
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