Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Vanessa’ Daybed / Bed
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
An early mid century / postmodern ‘Vanessa’ daybed / single bed frame designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Italy c. 1950’s.
Steel
$20,240Sale Price|20% Off
Marzio Cecchi Brown Buffalo Leather Sofa, Italy, 1970s
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Marzio Cecchi; Brown; Buffalo; Leather; Sofa; Italy; 1970s; Italian Design; Postmodern; Architect; Daybed; Adjustable Sofa; Cushions; A rare sofa by Italian designer Marzio Cecch...
Leather
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 73.63 in D 37.41 in
Memphis Style Italian 2-Seat Sofa in Blue Alcantara Fabric, Postmodern, 1980s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Postmodern sculptural daybed sofa featuring elegantly shaped asymmetrical seating and the 80's style metal legs.
Metal
Post Modern Daybed, 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern daybed, 1980. Original upholstery shows signs of use and some spots.
Upholstery
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 prestigious design award, the Compasso D'Oro, in 1987. This perfectly postmodern daybed,...
Steel
Sold
H 23.63 in W 79.93 in D 37.01 in
Rare vintage postmodern leather & palmwood daybed by Pacific Green, c1990s
By Pacific Green
Located in Hastings, GB
A rare postmodern leather & palmwood daybed by Pacific Green, c1990s.
Hide, Leather, Palmwood
Postmodern Danish Twilight Sleeper Sofa by DWR
Located in San Diego, CA
Is it a sofa, daybed, queen-size bed or two twins? Yes to all the above. No other sofa bed will prove to be as useful as the versatile Twilight Sleeper Sofa (1999). Compact and nicel...
Metal
Sold
H 30.75 in W 87 in D 35 in
Vladimir Kagan “Matinee” Sofa/ Daybed for American Leather, Postmodern
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vladimir Kagan "Matinee" sofa/ daybed produced by American Leather, 2007. Pewter leather with soft light grey backrest and grayish brown bolster pillows. Backrest easily lifts off t...
Leather, Upholstery
Sold
H 28 in W 36 in D 61 in
Stunning Postmodern John Mascheroni for Swaim Chaise Lounge / Daybed Floral
By John Mascheroni, Swaim
Located in Houston, TX
Unique chaise lounge with a large detachable pillow. The lounger is upholstered in a colorful floral fabric. Under the cushion is a John Macheroni and Swaim originals tag. Original f...
Fabric
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H 28.5 in W 89 in D 34 in
Postmodern Wide Arm Double Bench Daybed Chaise Lounge by Interior Crafts
By Interior Crafts
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern Wide Arm Double Bench Lounge The Postmodern Wide Arm Double Bench Lounge is a designed piece that combines classic elegance with contemporary flair.
Chenille
Postmodern Multy Sofa Daybed By Ligne Roset Designed by Claude Brisson
By Ligne Roset, Claude Brisson
Located in San Diego, CA
1998 Sofa Daybed designed by Claude Brisson Multy line great condition comes with 3 extra attachments the side table the arm rest , and extra custom pillow wiich adds to the value , ...
Metal
Tito Agnoli for Cinova Sofa Bed in Cognac Leather and Steel
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for Cinova, sofa bed 711 in cognac leather, Italy, 1960s This Postmodern daybed and or sofa is designed by Tito Agnoli and manufactured by Cinova.
Leather
Sold
H 30.5 in W 87 in D 34.5 in
Vladimir Kagan “Matinee” Sofa/ Daybed for American Leather, Postmodern
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vladimir Kagan "Matinee" sofa/ daybed produced by American Leather, 2007. Pewter leather with soft blue backrest and red bolster pillows. Backrest easily lifts off to convert into...
Leather
Sold
H 30.25 in W 88 in D 34.5 in
Vladimir Kagan for American Leather 'Matinee' Blue Leather Sofa Daybed, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The blue leather on this Vladimir Kagan for American leather Postmodern 'Matinee' convertible sofa / daybed is absolutely to die for.
Leather
Sold
H 31 in W 86 in D 35 in
Vladimir Kagan for American Leather 'Matinee' Red Leather Sofa Daybed, Signed
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The red leather on this Vladimir Kagan for American leather Postmodern 'Matinee' convertible sofa daybed is absolutely to die for.
Leather
Geometric Studio-Crafted Postmodern Daybed
By Memphis Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Postmodern daybed with triangle and cylinder rests.
Steel
Sold
H 31.11 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Postmodern Leather Sofa / Daybed / Loveseat by Peter Maly for Cor, Germany 1980s
By Peter Maly, COR
Located in Zagreb, HR
Cirrus sofa designed by German designer Peter Maly for COR in the 1980s in Post-modern style influenced by Memphis Group The sofa features heavy metal frame, a streamline shaped b...
Metal
Sold
H 30.32 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
Set of 2 Postmodern Curved Yin-Yang Shaped Sofa Daybeds in Red Fabric, c 1980s
Located in Zagreb, HR
1980s curved sofa daybed Price is for the set of 2 Wooden frame upholstered in red fabric supported with five black painted globe-shaped wooden feet Unknown manufacturer Both ...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
$5,466
H 27.96 in W 79.14 in D 70.87 in
Mid-Century Modern Vanessa Bed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, 1950s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
The Vanessa bed, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Tobia Scarpa around 1959 and originally produced for Gavina (and later by Simon by Cassina), is an icon of Italia...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Daybed in Beech and Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in Firenze, IT
A stunning and versatile Mid-Century Modern daybed, dating to the 1950s. This piece is a masterclass in the "form follows function" philosophy, featuring a minimalist aesthetic that ...
Metal
Cocker leather sofa, Franco Bresciani for Poltrona Frau, 1970s
By Franco Bresciani
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Cocker model sofa designed by Franco Bresciani for Poltrona Frau in Italy in the late 1970s. Fully upholstered in cognac full-grain leather, it is defined by its low and deeply enve...
Leather
$3,986
H 23.23 in W 78.75 in D 33.08 in
Italian modern daybed sofa Locus Solus by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, 1970s
By Poltronova, Gae Aulenti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern daybed sofa Locus Solus by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, 1970s Daybed mod. Locus Solus with patina chromed metal structure. The structure is entirely in tubular, which i...
Metal
Bastiano sofa, original leather upholstery by Tobia Scarpa
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2912 Tobia Scarpa Bastiano sofa, original leather upholstery, in perfect condition. Gavina label. Gavina manufacture, circa 1970.
Leather
Tobia Scarpa "Vanessa" Daybed for Gavina, Italy / C.1959
Located in Montréal, QC
Tobia Scarpa "Vanessa" Daybed for Gavina, Italy / C.1960 Original black frame, strong. Fabric freshly redone in Light Camel Brown 100% Angora by Holly Hunt Sizing approx : Width 8...
Metal
De Sede DS-44 Buffalo Leather 3-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic three seat leather sofa DS-44 by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970, handcrafted from thick buffalo neck leather with a rich patina that showcases the exceptional Swiss craftsmanship ...
Leather
$3,263
H 26.78 in W 59.65 in D 31.89 in
Italian mid-century leather sofa Bastiano by Afra Tobia Scarpa Gavina, 1960s
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century brown leather and black wood sofa Bastiano by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, 1960s Two-seater sofa model Bastiano with seat, backrest and armrests made of squa...
Leather, Wood
$8,403
H 24.41 in W 90.56 in D 36.23 in
Cini Boeri - Leather Sofa "Gradual" for Knoll International, 1970s
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Cini Boeri “Gradual” Sofa for Knoll International, Italy, 1972 Rare “Gradual” sofa designed by Cini Boeri for Knoll International in 1972. Upholstered in supple brown leather, this ...
Leather
DS 44 Two Seater Sofa in Buffalo Leather by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in New York, NY
Made in Switzerland, 1970s Leather block style sofa with vertical stitching on seat and seat back. The De Sede DS-44 buffalo "Neck" leather is extremely thick (up to 5mm or 3/16in) a...
Leather
ClassiCon Eileen Gray Daybed Original Vintage Day Bed
By Eileen Gray
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Vintage daybed with the name Day Bed by Eileen Gray. Manufactured by Classicon. Classic all time piece of furniture by the original producer. Black leather and chrome tubular steel ...
Steel, Chrome
$8,692
H 27.37 in W 70.87 in D 78.75 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Vanessa Bed Frame for Gavina, Italy, 1950s
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
Vanessa bed frame by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, 1950s. A refined and elegant example of post-war Italian design, the bed combines a clean architectural frame with distinc...
Metal, Stainless Steel
Daybed by Edoardo Gellner, Italy 1970
By Edoardo Gellner
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
This elegant daybed was designed by Italian architect and designer Edoardo Gellner around 1970 and perfectly reflects the refined modernist spirit of the period. The design combines ...
Leather, Textile, Wood
MCM Italian Leather Sofa by Baxter of Italy
By Baxter Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For full item description click on "Read More" or "Read More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from Chairish and they normally s...
Leather
$9,324
H 31.5 in W 90.56 in D 33.47 in
1930s Bauhaus Multifunctional Daybed, Robert Slezák, Tubular Steel, Storage Unit
By Robert Slezák
Located in Berlin, DE
This multifunctional daybed was manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s and is a fine example of Bauhaus-era tubular steel furniture. Designed to function as both a sofa and a day...
Steel, Chrome
René Gabriel Daybed in Elm, France 1950's
By Rene Gabriel
Located in New York, NY
A René Gabriel daybed of the reconstruction period in the original patina, of note, Is the layered construction of the lower frame that gives the daybed a strong presence—refinishing...
Elm
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Large Bamboo Pair of Table Lamps with Brass Bases
Located in New York, NY
large bamboo pair of table lamps with brass bases. Beautiful and chic table lamps. Lovely brass bases and bamboo tops held by brass top.
Brass
$4,959 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
Rare Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy, 1940/1950s
By Idman Oy, Gunnel Nyman
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant, design Gunnel Nyman, manufactured by Idman, 1940/1950s. Brass and glass. Wooden slat shade. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Brass
Candleholder by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden
Located in KUTNO, PL
This vintage candelabra, designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, is a distinctive example of mid-20th-century Swedish design, combining a geometric structure with the decorative u...
Metal
V. Soini Oy, Rare Floor Lamp, Brass, Leather, Rattan, Finland, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
V. Soini Oy, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Rare Floor Lamp, Brass, Leather, Rattan, Glass, Finland, 1950s A very rare polished brass floor lamp designed and produced by V. Soini Oy in...
Brass
$7,950 / set
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
1940s Kozelka & Kropacek Armchairs in Texel Sheepskin & Brown Patinated Frame
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Czech design by Kozelka & Kropacek, reupholstered in luxurious Texel sheepskin with warm brown patinated bentwood frames. Comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style. De...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
George Smith Zebra Hide "Fender" Stool, 2000s
By George Smith
Located in Coronado, CA
A gorgeous "Fender" stool produced by George Smith in England in the 2000s. This example features the original custom ordered zebra hide upholstery. This low, long stool is meant fo...
Zebra Hide
$54,000 / set
H 33.08 in W 38.59 in D 37.01 in
Rare Jean Pascaud Pair of Lounge Chairs with Compartments in Pierre Frey Mohair
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jean Pascaud, pair of lounge chairs, Duke mohair by Pierre Frey, beech, France, ca. 1949 These exceptionally rare lounge chairs were designed by the acclaimed French interior decor...
Mohair, Beech
Stilnovo Green Perforated Sconce with Brass Arm, Midcentury 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stilnovo Green Perforated Sconce with Brass Arm, Midcentury 1950 Executed in a vintage green painted perforated metal shade with brass arm and backplate. The shade rotates freely le...
Metal, Brass
Rare triangular Dutch Art Deco side table, Anton Lucas, 1920s
By Anton Lucas
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A remarkably rare triangular side table designed by Anton Lucas, dating from the 1920s. The model is documented in an original period publication (see last image) The design is wond...
Oak
20th Century Bleached Wood Rare Brasero Firepit Table
Located in High Point, NC
This piece carries genuine presence, its natural bleached oak, arched apron, turned legs immediately setting the tone for the piece. The piece dates to 20th Century, sourced from Fra...
Brass
$2,004Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 36.23 in W 30.71 in D 37.8 in
Pair of Durlet lounge chairs brown leather Belgium 1960
By Durlet
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
A beautiful pair of lounge chairs manufactured by Durlet in Belgium during the 1960s. The chairs feature generous proportions and a distinctive high-backed silhouette, combining the ...
Leather, Teak
Vintage Pair Of Gio Ponti Lounge Chairs From Italy, Circa 1960
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Pair Of Gio Ponti Lounge Chairs From Italy, Circa 1960. Comfortable model, later upholstered in Denmark with a copper colored mohair.
Mohair
Brazilian Modern Sofa, Percival Lafer 1960's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Uccle, BE
Sofa Mod. MP-13, 1960's Made by Lafer S. e Co, Sao Paulo Rosewood, chrome and faux leather H 70 x L219 x W80 x Seat Height 41Percival Lafer Mid-Century Brazilian sofa made of Walnut ...
Chrome
Sonneman lamp
Located in Paris, FR
Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs Desk Lamp, USA, circa 1980s A striking 1980s Postmodern desk lamp designed by Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs, featuring a distinctive combinati...
Brass
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