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Danish Cabinetmaker Daybed with Upholstered Mattress, Denmark ca 1950s

$9,900
£7,483.17
€8,599.50
CA$13,785.69
A$15,336.01
CHF 8,039.33
MX$187,402.35
NOK 102,370.85
SEK 96,367.99
DKK 64,191.98
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Danish Modern is a recognized term around the world, and pieces from the mid-century era, like this daybed, are characterized by clarity in design and extremely high-quality craftsmanship and choice of materials. The streamlined solid wood frame of this model features a robust, fully upholstered mattress, and a sturdy, sculpted wood base with stunning dovetail joinery. From the minimalistic design to the focus on the materials, this daybed has the characteristics of “honest” design that has been a core concept among Scandinavian furniture designers and makers. The sleek look is the result of the clean lines, functional design and expert craftsmanship. Still, evident attention was paid to the details, which is most visible in the dovetail joinery connecting the wooden frame. Danish cabinetmakers, renowned for their meticulous attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship, have played a pivotal role in shaping the mid-century modern design movement. These artisans elevated furniture making to an art form, incorporating traditional techniques alongside innovative design principles. Their emphasis on functionality, simplicity, and aesthetics has left an indelible mark on the world of interior design. In the absence of any other form of ornamentation, the materials, including the luxurious bouclé upholstery, stay in focus, utilizing the fabric’s texture to elevate the mattress visually. The marriage of the wood and the bouclé fabric encapsulates the essence of mid-century modern Danish design – a marriage of form and function, simplicity and luxury. If there is a single common denominator for Danish Modern, it is not so much the design or form, but the quality of the execution: the woodwork and the choice of materials. This daybed excels in these areas, bringing modernism and quality to any space. Denmark has a long history of furniture-making. Through the 19th and 20th century, the country also had a very strong tradition of cabinetmaking, or producing traditional furniture by hand. In the later 20th century, these cabinetmaking traditions began to merge with modern forces like industrialization. This daybed, however, is a handmade piece that therefore remains quite rare and unique. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The daybed has been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 78.74 in W x 43.11 in D x 17.51 in H 200 cm W x 109.5 cm D x 44.5 cm H
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)Width: 78.75 in (200 cm)Depth: 43.12 in (109.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca 1950s
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The daybed has been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
  • Seller Location:
    Utrecht, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 202316931stDibs: LU2947337501532

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