Black Leather Vintage Mid Century Daybed by Johannes Spalt Austria, circa 1959
By Johannes Spalt
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage daybed designed by Johannes Spalt and executed by Franz Wittmann
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa Lounger
Located in North York, ON
Introducing our Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa Lounger, a stunning piece that encapsulates
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century 1950 Vintage Joaquim Tenreiro Daybed
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in London, GB
Though it exemplifies Tenreiro's characteristic style, this daybed is a rare creation by the
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Modern Vintage Rattan Bamboo Soft Blue Velvet Daybed Chaise Longue
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage organic single daybed or chaise lounge from rattan and bamboo very
Metal
$8,000
Vintage Rattan Daybed
By Franco Albini
Located in Houston, TX
Midcentury Italian rattan and wood daybed attributed to Franco Albini. The curved arms and caning
Rattan
Vintage daybed, Denmark 1960
Located in Torino, IT
Vintage daybed, Denmark 1960
Metal
Vintage Boho Brass Daybed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the understated glamour of this chic vintage brass daybed. A beautiful representation of
Brass
1950s Vintage Mel Bogart Daybed for Felmore Sofa Daybed
By Mel Bogart
Located in Monrovia, CA
FELMORE low slung sofa daybed 1950s Designed by Mel Bogart. Vintage 1950s Daybed Designed by Mel
Metal
Vintage Leather and Wood Daybed
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful daybed attributed to Thonet, circa 1970s-80s. The design features a wood frame with
Metal
Vintage Fiberglass Black Leather Daybed
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Daybed produced in the 1960s in Germany. Upholstered in black leather with heavy latex foam
Leather, Fiberglass, Beech
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
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Daybed by Christian Durupt, Pine, French Modernist, 1960s
By Christian Durupt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Vintage Daybed by Christian Durupt, 1960s – French Modernist Design, Collaboration with Charlotte
Pine
RARE Vintage Black Leather Daybed Strässle International 70er Sofa
By Strässle International
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Rare Daybed produced in the 1970s Switzerland in by Strässle International. Upholstered in black
Leather, Beech, Foam
$11,776 / item
Vintage De Sede Leather Daybed DS-80 with Patina
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
DS-80 Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s – Early EditionBrown/Burgundy Patchwork Leather Daybed
Leather
$3,024Sale Price|20% Off
1960's vintage Retro champagne coloured Studio Couch daybed
Located in Markington, GB
This Studio Couch is a charming and practical addition to any home. It is a nostalgic and standout. Featuring traditional spindle details and a simple, backrest created from a singul...
Beech, Elm
Vintage Lounge daybed in black leather by Mobel Italia - Italy
By Mobel Italia
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Ultra comfortable daybed in its original black leather. First owner - very good vintage condition
Leather
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
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Daybed by a.r.p. Atelier De Recherche Plastique, 1955
By Studio A.R.P. (Joseph-André Motte, Michel Mortier and Pierre Guariche)
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The esteemed bed model LC5, created by the illustrious A.R.P. (Atelier de Recherche Plastique), was established in 1954 by the visionary Joseph-André Motte, Michel Mortier, and Pierr...
Ash
$3,849Sale Price|20% Off
1960's vintage Retro black painted Studio Couch, daybed surfboard shaped backing
Located in Markington, GB
This Studio Couch is a charming and practical addition to any home. It is a nostalgic and standout. Featuring traditional spindle details and a simple, backrest created from a singul...
Beech, Elm
Vintage Sage Mohair Daybed with Hairpin Legs by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic hairpin/v-leg daybed/settee by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Early example (ca. 1950
Metal
Vintage Daybed in the Style of Donald Judd, Pine wood and Linen, c. 1970s
By Donald Judd
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Vintage Daybed in the Style of Donald Judd, c. 1970s. Constructed from solid pine with a new linen
Linen, Pine
Stunning vintage Daybed DS-80 in rare black original leather by De Sede Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
De Sede DS-80 Black Leather Daybed – Rare Vintage Swiss Modern Classic (1970s) A strikingly rare
Leather
Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We collected this cult-favorite, vintage Mies Van Der Rohe daybed at auction. The stainless steel
Leather, Zebra Hide
MCM Daybed Sofa Walnut Frame with Arms & Gray-Blue Upholstery & Stram Springs
Located in Topeka, KS
upon this absolutely Delightful Daybed. This is a gorgeous vintage mid-century modern daybed sofa
Metal
Exceptional 1920s French 2–3 Seater Sofa / Convertible Folding Daybed
Located in Markington, GB
daybed. With its refined proportions and timeless French design, the sofa offers generous seating while
Wood
Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Leather Daybed Sofa Johannes Spalt 1961 Vienna
By Johannes Spalt
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage sofa or daybed model Constanze from black quilted leather with chromed
Metal
Vintage Ercol daybed studio sofa
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Mid-century design Ercol Sofa (Studio Couch) designed by Lucian Ercolani around the 1960s. The
Fabric, Elm
Vintage Regency Carved Wood Daybed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace timeless elegance with our Vintage Regency Carved Wood Daybed, exquisitely crafted in
Wood
Mid Century Danish Modern Solid Walnut Daybed Sofa Attributed to Grete Jalk
By Grete Jalk
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Solid Walnut Daybed Sofa Attributed to Grete Jalk Attributed to Grete
Walnut, Upholstery
Vintage Italian Rattan daybed, circa 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Italian rattan daybed, circa 1960. Interior dimensions : 33.5" W x 75" D
Rattan
Vintage 1970s Large Bamboo Chaise Lounge Daybed Frame MINT!
By Ficks Reed, McGuire, John Wisner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Vintage 1970s Large Bamboo Chaise Lounge Daybed Frame MINT!
Rattan, Bamboo
Vintage French Neoclassical Cane Daybed Sofa with Bolster Cushions
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
backrest and delicate turned legs, evoking a mid-century take on classic Neoclassical forms. The design is
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Large Chrome Daybed Chaise Sofa Bench by Selig
By Paul Tuttle, Selig
Located in Chicago, IL
Ultra modern Chaise lounge / daybed / bench by Selig in the manner of Paul Tuttle. Style of Milo
Chrome
Tufted Patinated Vintage Leather Chaise Lounge from Sweden, Daybed
Located in Manhasset, NY
20th century patinated vintage leather chaise lounge or daybed from Sweden Unique form
Leather, Wood
Wittmann Leather Chocolate Brown Vintage Sofa Daybed Atrium 1970s Austria
By Wittmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Wittmann freestanding vintage sofa or daybed in chocolate brown color tone from patinated leather
Leather
Rare Vintage Solid Oak Daybed / Rest Bed, Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in TARBES, FR
Française (Annonce 1stDibs) TITRE Rare Daybed / Lit de Repos Vintage en Chêne Massif, Guillerme et Chambron
Wood
Danish MSM Solid Oiled Walnut Frame New Upholstery Vintage Daybed Sofa Settee
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish MSM Solid Oiled Walnut Frame New Upholstery Vintage Daybed Sofa Settee
Brass
$4,326Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Swedish 1980s Convertible Sofa Lounge Chairs built in Table Daybed
Located in Basel, BS
This unique midcentury design sofa/daybed / Lounge chairs with a table in between is incredibly
Chrome
$1,884Sale Price / set|30% Off
Paire de lits de jour daybeds superposables vintage en bois de chêne et métal
Located in BESANÇON, FR
2 lits de jour ou daybeds superposables vintage des années 60, en bois de chêne et métal, pour 1
Metal
$2,065Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Distressed White Iron & Brass 5 Piece Daybed Crib Doll-bed Wood Casters
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Vintage antique distressed white finished Iron Crib with Nautical Shells and Brass knobs
Brass, Iron
Unavailable|$3,750
Mid Century Inspired Daybed with Vintage Obi
By Five Finger Furnishings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Spanning east and west, these daybeds are a beautiful piece of artistry. Each uses an authentic
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Unavailable|$3,200
Custom Made Steel, Alder and Velvet Daybed, 1950s Inspired
By Rehab Vintage Interiors
Located in Alhambra, CA
1950s inspired, custom built daybed made with alder wood, steel and blue velvet upholstery. It's
Unavailable|$9,733
Vintage De Sede DS-80 Daybed
By De Sede
Located in Bern, CH
De Sede Daybed model DS 80 in a warm brown leather, featuring a wonderful patine and comes with 3
Leather
Unavailable|$3,238
Vintage Ilmar Relling, Model "Svanette" Oak Daybed
Located in Panningen, NL
Vintage Norwegian design daybed/two-seat sofa designed by Ilmar Relling, model "Svanette" for
Fabric, Oak
Unavailable|$2,900
Restored Vintage Grey Linen and Black V-Leg Daybed
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A vintage daybed with clean Classic Mid-Century Modern lines. The daybed is supported by four black
Metal
Unavailable|$3,484
Vintage Cleopatra Daybed by Dick Cordemijer for Auping
By A.R. Cordemeijer
Located in Bern, CH
Vintage modernist daybed designed by Dick Cordemijer for Auping (the Netherlands) during the 1950s
Steel
Unavailable|$3,589
Vintage Nordic Restored Walnut Daybed in Boucle Fabric, 1970s
Located in PEGO, Alicante
Beautiful Nordic style daybed completely restored, with an easy-to-clean boucle fabric made of
Fabric, Walnut
Unavailable|$7,160
Vintage DS-80 Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage patchwork leather daybed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s. Sits on an ebonoized walnut wood
Leather, Walnut
Unavailable|$3,589
Vintage Nordic Restored Walnut Daybed in Ecru Cotton Fabric, 1970s
Located in PEGO, Alicante
Completely restored Scandinavian Daybed, in ecru cotton fabric, walnut wood legs and cembrano
Fabric, Walnut
Unavailable|$12,304
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to a rare De Sede DS 80 daybed with a full set of patchwork bolster
Leather, Wood
Unavailable|$13,679
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to a rare de Sede DS 80 daybed with a full set of patchwork bolster
Leather, Wood
Unavailable|$11,617
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an extremely rare and highly desirable original vintage daybed
Leather, Wood
Unavailable|$12,304
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an extremely rare and highly desirable original vintage daybed
Leather, Wood
Unavailable|$11,617
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to a rare De Sede DS 80 patchwork leather daybed with patchwork cushion
Leather, Wood
Unavailable|$9,555
Vintage Swiss De Sede Ds 169 Leather Sofa and Daybed, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
Ultra rare Vintage De Sede DS 169 daybed and sofa 1970s. Designed by Ernst Ambuhler and hand built
Leather
Unavailable|$2,739 / item
Vintage Cleopatra Daybed by Andre Cordemeyer in Charcoal Grey Linen, 1953
By A.R. Cordemeijer, Auping
Located in Beek en Donk, NL
Vintage Industrial daybed (model Cleopatra) designed by Dick Cordemeyer in 1953 for Auping. A Dutch
Metal
Unavailable|$9,280
Vintage De Sede DS 85 Sofa, Daybed and Loveseat, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you a highly desirable vintage De Sede daybed and sofa. Rarely
Leather, Wood
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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.
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