Giuseppe Scapinelli Daybeds

This is a very important piece of design history, and to understand why - it is all in the details, so to anyone interested in modern art and interior design, please keep reading. Vladimir Kagan’s 'Roll Back Day Bed' (model #6718) was originally conceived as a one-off design for a client in the 1950s. Valdimir Kagan selected Rosewood and Lucite, materials he had just started experimenting with at that time, blended it into a futuristic frame with a brass-capped cylindrical adjustable back cushion that can transform the sofa into a daybed and even into a double sided gallery seating system. All on top of Lucite legs giving the appearance the sofa is floating above ground. By all accounts - Vladimir Kagan advertisements, catalogues, the design community and even the team at Vladimir Kagan Designs had it documented that the design (model 6718 Roll Back Day Bed) was first put into production in 1967, however this one - this exact sofa in the photos and listed for sale, IS THE ONE that he created in the 1950s for a special one-off client. And it was later, in 1967 that he decided to bring the design into production, all based on this concept model which we have listed for sale. This is all documented with the Vladimir Kagan archives under registry 25073. They were thrilled to have found this surviving example and have added it into their archives, knowledge-base and timelines. They wrote: "We conducted a detailed review of the Kagan Archive, and we were puzzled to find that Vladimir consistently dated the release of the Roll Back Day Bed to 1967. Also based on Vladimir’s accounts, Hugo Dreyfuss retired in 1960, ending their partnership. This would mean that your example pre-dates the “earliest production date” we have on record for the Roll Back Day Bed or Roll Back Sofa...

This mid-century lounge chair, designed by Italian-born Brazilian designer Giuseppe Scapinelli in the 1950s, exemplifies the bold yet elegant characteristics of his designs. Known fo...

This armchair in solid Caviuna with high backrests was designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli (1911-1982) in the 1950s. The piece has slatted backrests with thin vertical rods and comfortab...

Day Bed In Wicker, 1970s Product Details Dimensions: 200 W x 68 H x 93 D cm The mattress/cushion is not included, the price refers to the daybed without the cushion. If you are inte...

A pair of beige fabric and wood lounge chairs designed and produced by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in distressed condition; reupholstery recommended. Over...

An early French Architectural Mid-Century Modernist sofa / daybed by A.R.P. Atelier de Recherche Plastique and with a fabric color. The sofa / divan presents a pure 1960 architectura...

Antique Victorian day bed in the manner of Holland & sons with a button back and of good scale resting on fine turned legs ending on ceramic castors, will require recovering.

Introducing the ultimate in luxury and versatility - the Day Bed by Roche Bobois. This stunning piece is the perfect addition to any living space, offering both comfort and style. Cr...

Daybed. Customer fabrics fabric quantity: 1.7 m Lelievre Upholstery in image.

Introducing the Asym Day Bed, a stunning piece of furniture designed to add elegance and sophistication to your living space. With its asymmetrical design elements, this day bed is b...

1950s modernist ladder back side chair executed in Brazilian Caviuna rosewood with leather seat, designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli. Sensual, minimalist profile enhanced by beautiful wo...

This exquisite sculptural lounge chair, designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli and produced by his own factory, Fábrica de Móveis Giesse, in 1950, is a stunning example of mid-century Brazi...