1980s Steel Daybeds
Marble stainless steel and felt daybed by Christoph Siebrasse
Located in London, GB
Hand crafted from German steel, the 'Contemplation' daybed by German artist/designer Christoph R
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Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Daybeds
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Daybed "Rataplan" by Roberto Tapinassi for Dema, 1980s
By Dema
Located in Brussels, BE
-plated steel and polyurethane structure complemented by luxurious black leather cushions.
Its versatile
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather
Eileen Gray Daybed
By Eileen Gray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red leather and tubular chrome daybed by Eileen Gray, 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Steel
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
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 17.72 in W 77.17 in D 38.59 in
Barcelona Daybed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Iconic Mies van der Rohe daybed manufactured by Knoll in walnut and red leather. Designed in 1930
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Steel
Mauve Leather and Charcoal Gray Daybed by Mirak for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular 1980s Post-Modern Attila daybed designed by French Architect Jean Michele Wilmotte
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Steel
Pair Diesis Daybeds or Benches by Paolo Nava & Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Paolo Nava, Antonio Citterio
Located in Torquay, GB
1980s.
These pair dates back to 1988.
In supple red leather, resting on brushed steel frame.
An
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Steel
H 16.54 in W 77.56 in D 35.44 in
Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We collected this cult-favorite, vintage Mies Van Der Rohe daybed at auction. The stainless steel
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Zebra Hide
Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International, 1960s, Signed
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
International labels) daybed is the 'Barcelona Daybed' also referred to as the 'Barcelona Couch' by Ludwig Mies
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Midcentury Brown Fabric and Chrome Steel Chaise Longue, Paul Tuttle Style, 1980s
By Paul Tuttle
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury brown fabric and chromed steel chaise longue. This wonderful daybed is
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 36.62 in W 26.38 in D 68.9 in
Arflex Ribalta Adjustable Daybed by Fabrizio Ballardini
By Arflex, Fabricio Ballardini
Located in Dronten, NL
Ribalta Sofa designed by Fabrizio Ballardini for Arflex, 1980s.
Easily adjustable from a spacious
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Blue Velvet Modern Memphis Chaise Lounge
By Memphis Milano
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodern design in Memphis style chaise lounge, couche, settee, daybed and loveseat! Steel chrome
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Dutch 'Backbone' Chaise Longue in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chaise lounge in teak, aluminium and fabric, Netherlands, 1980s.
Exceptional Dutch chaise
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
"Leeon" Leather Bench Designed by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba for Driade
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, featuring a seat with elastic straps and structure in painted steel and wood, padding in polyurethane foam
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 16.1 in W 74.8 in D 27.5 in
"Leeon" Three-Seat Velvet Covered Sofa Designed by L. and R. Palomba for Driade
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
elastic straps and structure in painted steel and wood, padding in polyurethane foam and painted aluminum
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
H 31.8 in W 83.4 in D 31.8 in
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By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. In patinated unlacquerd brass and steel with (1) E26 medium based socket. Light...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
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Steel, Brass
Flush Mount Brass and Glass Chandelier 8 Arms, Stilnovo Style, Low Ceiling Best
By Stilnovo, Silvio Piattelli
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This chandelier is specifically designed for low ceilings, with a height of only 13 inches (32 cm). The arms and shade holders are made of brass, while the central part is made of me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
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Metal, Brass
H 12.6 in W 28.35 in D 36.23 in
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By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö.
This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought with three feet. The upholstered se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
Tulip Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light in White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Tulip organic modern wall light/ wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary organic modern design insp...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...
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Plaster
H 11.8 in W 11.8 in D 7.5 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada.
Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Textile, Wood
Leather Meander Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Our updated Meander Reader light with a larger cone shade and new upward angle feature.
Bulb can be fully recessed. Comes with suggested LED bulb.
Choose from over 25 leather color...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair and Stool
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Mies van der Rohe's iconic Barcelona chair with stool. Stamped Knoll.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Gio Ponti Wardrobe Doors from the Hotel Royal, Naples, 1955
By Giordano Chiesa, Gio Ponti
Located in Rome, IT
Rare pair of Gio Ponti wardrobe doors, 1955
from the furniture of the Hotel Royal, Naples
manufactured by Giordano Chiesa and produced by Dassi Lissone
mirrors on the verso
walnu...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Cupboards
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Minimal Round Coffee Center Table in Travertine Stone Natural Pores
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Center Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key coffee table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone is p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
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Travertine
H 13.78 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
B&B Italia Antonio Citterio Daybed or Bench Reupholstered in your fabric
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Italian Daybed or Bench, designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy, circa 2000s. This daybed is currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
H 20.75 in W 75.75 in D 34.25 in
Velvet 'Dress-Up' Sectional Sofa Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Cassina
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Cassina
Located in Dallas, TX
Three-piece velvet Cassina Sectional sofa designed by Rudolfo Dordoni. Upholstered in a high-grade deep wine-colored velvet. Purchased new but never installed. Can be reconfigured to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
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Velvet
H 26.4 in W 153.5 in D 38.6 in
Museum Quality Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs with Table
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
Someone heavily involved in the Mies catalogue raisonne project has personally confirmed that these chairs are in fact authentic Barcelona chairs manufactured by the German Company, ...
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
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Steel
Set of 12 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 12 original and signed "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. NOS (new old Stock) This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967.
PLIA, the symbol of a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Steel, Chrome
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 20.48 in
Marcel Breuer Style Daybed
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing Marcel Breuer style daybed. Tubular chrome at both ends. Bed has hinges which allow it to be lifted, allowing for storage underneath. Great piece of design. Fantastic spring ...
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Vintage 1940s Austrian Daybeds
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Chrome
Eileen Gray Pair of 'Roquebrune' Dining Chairs in Red Leather
By Eileen Gray
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eileen Gray, pair of 'Roquebrune' chairs, chrome-plated steel, red leather, France, design 1927, later production
Sleek pair of roquebrune chairs designed by Eileen Gray. The frame ...
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Vintage 1920s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Steel
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Daybed Barcelona after Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Wonderful Barcelona daybed after Ludwig Mies van der Rohe made during the 1980s.
Newly recovered
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Vintage 1980s French Daybeds
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Steel
Antonio Citterio Minimalist Design B&B Italia Daybed Ottoman
By B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Incredibly comfortable, modern and stylish daybed/ottoman from B&B Italia designed by Antonio
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Daybeds
1970s Pair of TOTEM Sconces by Maria Pergay
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
Stainless steel and bronze sconces by Maria Pergay.
Literature: Demisch, Suzanne, Maria Pergay
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Vintage 1970s French Wall Lights and Sconces
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Bronze, Stainless Steel
Mario Bellini Taupe "Le Bambole" 2-Seat Sofa for B&B Italia, 1976, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Padova, IT
compromised a sofa, daybed, chaise longue and bed. The first prototypes of this collection where stuffed with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
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Steel
H 28.35 in W 60.63 in D 31.89 in
1960s French Modern Table Laquée Inclusions by Maria Pergay
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
: Maria Pergay complete works 1957-2010, by S. Demisch et S. Danant, Damiani, Bologna, 2011, p. 101
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Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Marble
Modern Stainless Steel Daybed
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Mirror Polished Stainless Steel Day Bed with Black Python Trim. Cushions are Newly Upholstered in
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Daybeds
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Stainless Steel
"Diesis" Leather Daybed by Antonio Citterio& Paolo Nava for B&B Italia, 1980's
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in The Hague, NL
Daybed created in 1980 by Antonio Citterio Paolo Neva for B&B ITALIA manufacture.
Black leather
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
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Steel
H 14.57 in W 75.2 in D 32.29 in
Maison Jansen Italian Style Steel and Brass Daybed, 1980
By Maison Jansen
Located in Hamburg, PA
A Maison Jansen Italian style daybed made of brushed steel and brass with neoclassical cross based
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Daybeds
Materials
Brass, Steel
1980s Barcelona Daybed by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Hudson, NY
steel tubular legs. Retains labels. Made by Knoll Int'l.
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Late 20th Century Daybeds
Maison Jansen Style Classical Steel and Brass Daybed
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Italian classical steel daybed with brass ornamentation.
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Vintage 1980s Daybeds
Daybed Grand Italia by De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Zanotta, 1980s
By Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi, Zanotta
Located in Renens, CH
, ensuring a truly comfortable lounging experience.
Materials: steel, leather
Origination: Italy, 1980s
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
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Steel
Contemporary Convertible Daybed
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Chic upholstered daybed with sculptural stainless steel frame. Opens to double bed. Very elegant
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Late 20th Century American Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
1980s Leather Daybed by Jochen Flacke for Etienne Aigner
Located in London, London
as pewter
Steel foot
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1980s
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather
1980s Sity Sofa Daybed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed for B&B Italia in 1986, Antonio Citterio's Sity sofa system was awarded Italy's most
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Daybeds
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Steel
Stunning Poul Kjaerholm Fritz Hansen Daybed
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen PK80 daybed circa early 1980's. This example has a satin finished
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Late 20th Century Danish Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Geometric Studio-Crafted Postmodern Daybed
By Memphis Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Postmodern daybed with triangle and cylinder rests. Steel frame with thick rubber foam cushion. Arm
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Daybeds
Materials
Steel
PK80 Daybed by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Patinated Niger leather PK80 daybed by Poul Kjærholm. Designed in Denmark, circa 1957
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Vintage 1980s Danish Daybeds
Materials
Steel
"Divan Adia" Daybed by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia
Located in Danville, CA
Fantastic and rare "Divan Adia" sofa/daybed in black leather by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. This
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Late 20th Century Italian Daybeds
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Steel, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Black Leather Daybed Sofa with Tubular Steel Frame
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare daybed was made in Germany during the 1980s. The wide seat with three pillows is
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Vintage 1980s German Minimalist Daybeds
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Chrome
H 29.93 in W 74.81 in D 34.65 in
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Daybed for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona daybed. Manufactured by Knoll. White leather with walnut frame.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
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Model Ds 140 Sofa by Reto Frigg for De Sede, 1980s, Switzerland
By De Sede, Reto Frigg
Located in Munster, NRW
epitome of contemporary European design, and this piece is no exception! Featuring an exposed black steel
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather
Pair of "Radiator Beds" Designed by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton
By Stanley Jay Friedman, Brueton
Located in Dallas, TX
Minimal Modernism these iconic daybeds called "Radiator" designed by Stanley Jay Friedman for
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
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Stainless Steel
Antonio Citterio Black Leather Daybed Model Sity B&B, Italia, 1980's
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Elegant with clean lines sofa or daybed model Sity designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
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Aluminum, Steel
Knoll Mies van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed in Custom Leather
Located in New York, NY
early 1980's with custom leather, colored in a deep creme. The leather has aged beautifully, with a nice
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20th Century American Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
Vintage Cobra Sofa Bench by Erik Jørgensen Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1980s
By Erik Jørgensen, Peter Hiort-Lorenzen, Johannes Foersom
Located in Stockholm, SE
Møbelfabrik in 1986 and then manufactured in the 1980s, Denmark. Cushions with beautiful cognac leather and a
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
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Stainless Steel
H 16.93 in W 94.1 in D 23.63 in
American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, Daybed
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
earliest steel furniture designs by Mies van der Rohe. The material choice was inspired by fellow Bauhaus
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
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Chrome
H 36 in W 26 in D 74 in
Set of Two Modern Memphis Style Lounge Chairs
Located in Antwerp, BE
Design. Steel chrome legs, upholstery blue leather with aubergine spots and 1980s feathers print motif
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chaise Lounge Chair Black & White Cowhide with Black Leather Pillow Le Corbusier
By Le Corbusier
Located in New York City, NY
Chromed tubular steel with blackened steel base, full grain natural black and white cowhide in the
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Late 20th Century Modern Chaise Longues
H 33 in W 63 in D 22.25 in
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italy Elegant Leather Daybed Sity, Italy, 1980
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Vienna, AT
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italy elegant leather daybed sity, Italy, 1980. Minimalistic daybed or
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Daybeds
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Steel, Aluminum
H 24.8 in W 78.74 in D 35.43 in
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italy Elegant Leather Daybed Sofa Sity, Italy, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Vienna, AT
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italy elegant leather daybed sity, Italy, 1980s. Minimalistic daybed or
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Daybeds
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 24.8 in W 78.74 in D 35.43 in
Black Leather Sity Daybed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Dronten, NL
This early Sity daybed was designed by Antonio Citterio and manufactured by B&B Italia in the 1980s
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Daybeds
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Aluminum, Steel
Unique Black Leather Chaise Longue or Daybed by Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1980s
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is a very stunning and comfortable chaise lounge or daybed, made by the Italian furniture
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
H 28.75 in W 82.68 in D 38.59 in
Vintage Mies Van der Rohe Daybed for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Iconic Mies Daybed manufactured by Knoll in black leather. Signed and in excellent condition.
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
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Steel
Brueton chrome "radiator" daybed (single bed size)
Located in Canaan, CT
these Brueton beds are really cool.
they are made from a heavy steel with a chrome finish
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20th Century American Daybeds
Materials
Steel
Daybed by B & B Italia
Located in Southampton, NY
Original brown linen daybed with steel legs, by B & B Italia. Signed on underside.
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Late 20th Century Italian Daybeds
Barcelona Daybed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Located in New York, NY
pavilion at the Barcelona world's fair. This iconic example was produced by Knoll in the 1980's and retains
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Vintage 1950s American Daybeds
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Steel
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1980s Steel Daybeds For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of 1980s steel daybeds for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1980s steel daybeds was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and animal skin. 1980s steel daybeds have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of 1980s steel daybeds to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Neoclassical 1980s steel daybeds are of considerable interest. 1980s steel daybeds have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia and Poul Kjærholm are consistently popular.
How Much are 1980s Steel Daybeds?
1980s steel daybeds can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $8,925, while the lowest priced sells for $2,500 and the highest can go for as much as $67,553.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About 1980s Steel Daybeds
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
- Was plaid popular in the 1980s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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