Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
daybed by René Jean Caillette from the 1950's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French oak daybed from the 1950's designed by René jean Caillette in original condition.
Modernist design from the master of the furniture of the pos...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Oak
Daybed "Luxor" by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1965
Located in Antwerp, BE
This "Luxor" daybed by Sergio Rodrigues, crafted in 1965 for OCA, is a true masterpiece of Brazilian design. With its solid, minimalistic frame of straight lines and rounded edges, i...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
A Daybed by Jacques Hitier, Mobilor, 1950s
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Daybed with a black lacquered metal tubular base, characteristic of French designer Jacques Hitier's work, featuring a headboard and footboard adorned with yellow lacquered scrolls.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Cleopatra Daybed in Luxurious Mohair by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, 1950s
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage daybed designed by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping (the Netherlands) during the 1950s.
New exclusive beige-colored natural mohair and foam; the daybed can be used as both a sofa...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Bodil Kjaer Bench
By Bodil Kjaer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Denmark, Bodil Kjaer bench in leather (Re-Edition).
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Chrome
Pair of 1960s French Daybed
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of 1960s daybed, modernism style, steel frame, newly reupholstered.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Steel
1950s Daybed in Pine, Seat and Cushion Covered with Velvet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1950s daybed in pine, seat and cushion covered with velvet.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Velvet, Pine
Swiss Design Vintage De Sede DS-80 Daybed, 1980s
By De Sede
Located in Renens, CH
De Sede Daybed model DS-80 in beautifully patched leather, featuring one pillow.
The leather has been completely cleaned and treated by a professional.
Origination: 1970s, Sw...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa & Daybed 1954 by Tecno Italy Reupholstered Mid Century
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Munster, NRW
Osvaldo Borsani - D70 Sofa & Daybed 1954 by Tecno, Italy
The fully reversible cult sofa with movable wings..
This sofa / Daybed is a unique object distinguished by the special mecha...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric
1960s Frem Rojle Daybed
By Frem Røjle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare Danish mid-century daybed by Frem Rojle showcases sleek modern lines, a sturdy wood base, and an ecru upholstered seat cushion accompanied by a bolster pillow.
Denmark, ci...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Upholstered Swedish Modern Daybed with Matching Accent Pillow, Sweden ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Pieces from the mid-century era - like this daybed - are characterised by clarity in design, impeccable craftsmanship, and high-quality materials. The perfectly balanced proportions ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Alpaca, Wood
Gio Ponti in Style of Mid-Century Grey Silk Satin Dormeuse
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous dormeuse attributed to the great designer Gio Ponti of fine Italian manufacture, from the 1950s.
The base is made of a very beautiful and durable wood with four beautiful c...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Satin, Silk, Wood
Caviuna Wood Slatted Bench by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955, Midcentury
Located in New York, NY
The powerful partnership between Carlo Hauner (1927-1996) and Martin Eisler (1913-1977) in the 1950s as Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte's creative directors resulted in many incr...
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1650s Brazilian Antique Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Rosewood
Original 1950s Danish 3-Seat Sofa or Daybed
Located in Markington, GB
1950s Danish 3-seat sofa or daybed
Lovely 1950s part wood framed sofa in very good condition, it has blanket storage underneath and folds down into a very useful daybed
Measure...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid Century Teak Daybed, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice teak daybed, fabricated in The Netherlands in the 60's.
Underneath the bed there are two drawers.
The mattress, bolster and cushions are renewed with new foam and they...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Rare Chaise by Jules Heumann for Metropolitan with Bronze Frame
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare and unusual chaise or daybed by Jules Heumann for Metropolitan Furniture of San Fransisco, with original upholstery and bronze fi...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Bronze
Dick Cordemeijer Cleopatra daybed in blue Auping The Netherlands 1954
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful and iconic Cleopatra daybed designed by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, The Netherlands 1954. Typical industrial Dutch design. The frame is made of black coated metal and the ...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Andrianna Shamaris Midcentury Couture Low Teak Wood Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the midcentury Couture Collection, furniture constructed by hand from start to finish. Reclaimed teak wood taken from my finest collection is used to reproduce this beaut...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Two Cleopatra Daybeds, Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, circa 1954
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
three Cleopatra daybeds, Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, circa 1954
three Cleopatra daybeds. A breakthrough for the Auping bed company designed by Dick Cordemeijer. It was originally en...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
1950's Mid-Century Modern Gold Velvet Daybed - Two Available
Located in Burbank, CA
We have two original Midcentury Modern daybeds for sale. They have both been professionally reupholstered in new yellow gold velvet and foam, and look great. They are really structur...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Minimalist Daybed, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The daybed, manufactured by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, is a prime example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture design, which is renowned for its blend of modernist principles with traditional Brazilian materials and techniques.
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios was an important institution in the development of Brazilian design, providing education and promoting craftsmanship. Their furniture production is noted for its high-quality craftsmanship and use of local materials.
This particular daybed features a robust and simple wooden frame, made from native Brazilian hardwood, which is known for its durability and beautiful grain. The use of such wood not only ensures longevity but also gives the piece a warm, inviting appearance.
The design of the daybed is minimalist, with clean lines and an unadorned structure that emphasizes the natural beauty of the wood. It has a low profile and a rectangular shape, which are characteristic of modernist design, aiming for functionality without sacrificing style.
The cushioning on top is tufted, adding a touch of classic detailing to an otherwise modern piece. The tufting is not merely decorative but also helps to keep the upholstery in place and maintain its shape over time.
The legs of the daybed are short and splayed, a design choice that provides stability and a slight mid-century aesthetic flair. The clean geometry of the daybed allows it to fit seamlessly into various interior design schemes, from the more traditional to the contemporary.
Overall, this daybed represents the innovative spirit of Brazilian design from the mid-20th century, where designers and manufacturers were embracing modernist trends while fostering a unique Brazilian identity through the use of local materials and traditional craftsmanship. It's a functional, elegant piece that reflects the era's design values: form, function, and a close relationship with the materials used.
About the manufacturer:
The Liceu de Artes e Ofícios in São Paulo, established in 1873, is a significant Brazilian institution with a focus on technical education and has also made contributions to cultural and industrial production. The school was founded by the elite of coffee aristocrats with the positivist ideal of promoting the "dignity of man through work," aiming to prepare specialized labor for the country's future industrialization.
Throughout its history, the institution has undergone several transformations. It started with simple courses such as Arithmetic and then expanded to include technical education, inspired by the European Arts and Crafts Movement, which valued the manual work of craftsmen within the capitalist industry. Under the direction of architect Francisco de Paula Ramos de Azevedo...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Dick Cordemeijer Cleopatra daybed i
Located in Milano, IT
COD-CVL
Dick Cordemeijer
Cleopatra daybed in metal and teak wood.
Auping Manufactory, Netherlands, 1954.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian 2-Seat Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian two-seat sofa Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark. Teak structure with black leatherette upholstered seat and cushions. This vintage sofa can be tran...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Bench
Located in Toronto, Ontario
An exceptional solid Sissoo bench by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project, circa 1956.
This bench is a sturdy example of an uncommon form in...
Category
1950s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wood
Cleopatra Daybed in Mohair by Dick Cordemijer for Auping, 1950s
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage daybed designed by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping (the Netherlands) during the 1950s.
New exclusive mustard-colored natural mohair and foam; the daybed can be used as both a so...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Leather Daybed Sofa Johannes Spalt 1961 Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage sofa or daybed model Constanze from black quilted leather with chromed metal feet designed by Johannes Spalt 1961 for Wittmann, Austria.
A beautiful sofa o...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Daybed - Sofa by DOMUS KG, Schwaikheim, 1950s
By Domus
Located in Halle, DE
Domus KG sofa bed from the 50s. Great constructive design that shows the design visions and innovative power of the economic miracle years. By means of a simple yet ingenious mechani...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Contemporary Curved Italian Daybed
Located in London, London
A contemporary daybed, meticulously crafted in a small workshop in northern Italy. This piece seamlessly blends modern design with mid-century influences, resulting in a stylish and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Mel Smilow Mid-Century Wide Walnut Lounge Chair Daybed
By Mel Smilow
Located in Countryside, IL
Mel Smilow mid-century wide walnut lounge chair daybed.
The lounge chair measures: 49 wide x 27.5 deep x 25 high, with a seat height of 11 inches.
All pieces of furniture can b...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Yellow Sofa Bed, Original Fabric by Miroslav Navratil
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Yellow Sofa Bed, Original Fabric by Miroslav Navratil 1960s
Depth when open : 87cm
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rare Sleep-O-Matic Sofa / Daybed by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Munich, DE
Made by arflex. Can be pulled out as bed.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric
1960's Wicker Rattan Daybed with New Upholstery
Located in Wichita, KS
Beautiful Wicker Rattan Day bed with fresh upholstery and new foam. This piece is wonderful indoor or outside (best on covered patio) and the fabric is Sunbrella for outdoor perform...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Bench oak long version
Located in Plymouth, GB
(Long version - see other listings for regular length version)
Pictured in Oak with a cream linen blend fabric, this Sunday Daybench was designed by Fosfeen founder Oliver A-J and i...
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Linen, Oak
MŪ181 Daybed in Oak by MŪVEK
By MŪVEK
Located in Cape Town, Western Cape
The MŪ181 daybed celebrates the simplicity and usefulness of the archetypal modernist furniture item. Constructed of converging timber elements with a focus on the junctions, the day...
Category
2010s South African Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Minimalist Daybed by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This exceptional daybed from the 1960s, designed by renowned Polish-Brazilian architect and designer Jorge Zalszupin, is a testament to mid-century modern elegance. One of only two ever produced, this rare piece was crafted in 1963 as a personal gift for Zalszupin's sister, Ina Zalszupin, making it not just a striking design object but also a unique historical artifact. Crafted with a minimalist approach, it boasts a warm wooden frame with an inviting patina, supporting a high-quality off-white mattress.
Jorge Zalszupin (1922 - 2020) was a prominent figure in modern design, known for his architectural and artistic contributions. Born in Poland and later relocating to Brazil, he played a crucial role in the Brazilian modernist movement. Zalszupin co-founded L'Atelier, a renowned furniture design manufacturer, and collaborated with renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer to create furniture for Brazil's capital, Brasília. His mastery of materials like plywood and chromed metal resulted in sensually elegant pieces, making L'Atelier a significant player in the Brazilian furniture industry and leaving a lasting legacy in the world of design.
This daybed is one of only two ever produced by Jorge Zalszupin as a personal gift for his sister, Ina Zalszupin. Its exceptional rarity and authenticity are documented by a signed statement from Roberto Halfin, son of Ina Zalszupin, confirming that the two daybeds...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wood
French 1950s Oak Banquette, Daybed by Free-Span
By Free Span
Located in Long Island City, NY
A French midcentury "Jour et Nuit" oak sofa or daybed by Free-Span.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Rare Version of the Famous Constanze Daybed by Wittmann
Located in Munich, DE
very rare version of the famous constanze daybed by johannes spalt for wittmann. Professional re-upholstered with belts, foam and very cosy fabric.
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
rare ea-616 sofa by ernst ambühler for theo jakob
Located in Munich, DE
nice and elegant sofa / daybed by ernst ambühler. very clever and easy to handle construction.
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Crescent Daybed in Polished Brass by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Daybed by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern a remarkable blend of elegance, stability, and artistic craftsmanship. This exquisite bench is designed to enhance any space ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Mario Bellini Le Mura Daybed in Original Mohair Velvet, Italy, 1972
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Rare ‘Le Mura’ daybed by Mario Bellini for Cassina – Italy, 1972.
The daybed still has the original Mohair velvet fabric.
Designer: Mario Bellini
M...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Mohair, Velvet
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-L-02-A Collapsible Single Bed / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see a decision to project the universal ideals of modernity onto Indian reality. However, this piece was inspired by North Indian culture, as well the cosmic and spiritual I...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Cotton, Teak
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Turquoise Sofa Daybed with Built-in End Table
Located in West Hartford, CT
Authentic Adrian Pearsall pieces are some of his most dramatic creations. They also need space!
Magnificent and coveted Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates sofa with walnut front...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Iron
Kipp Stewart for Calvin Furniture Blue Leather Diamond Tufted Daybed 1960
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Chicago, IL
Kipp Stewart for Calvin Furniture Blue Leather Diamond Tufted Daybed 1960c
Original blue leather with a rich, broken-in patina. Solid Walnut legs.
Dimensions: 76" W × 30" D × 16" H
C...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Walnut
William Plunkett "Kingston" Daybed
Located in New York, NY
William Plunkett "Kingston" Daybed. Black leather with a stainless steel frame.
Category
1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Carlo Hauner. Headboard (piece on order), c. 1950. Edition Forma
By Forma, Carlo Hauner
Located in PARIS, FR
Made of Caviuna wood, with a matching veneer and a delicate cane, this piece combines the robustness of the wood with the delicacy of the cane. The generous dimensions of 82 x 257 x ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Straw, Laminate, Hardwood
Daybed in solid wengé by Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Daybed in solid wengé with stretched nylon cord. Designed in 1955.Daybed in solid wengé with stretched nylon cord. Designed in 1955 by Helge Vestergaard-Jensen and made by cabinetmak...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Nylon, Wenge
Bruno Mathsson Daybed for Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leather daybed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, c.1960s, Sweden. The daybed features a bent birch plywood frame that curves slightly upwards at the headrest. It is finished...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Birch
Pierre Jeanneret De-Mountable Daybed with Headrest, Circa 1956
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Jeanneret, De-mountable Daybed with Headrest in Stained Cedar Wood, Cotton Straps and Leather upholstery.
Provenance: Commissioned for MLA Hostel and Flats, Private Residence...
Category
20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Cedar
Minimalist Daybed by Jorge Zalszupin for L’atelier, Brazil, 1959 '2 Available'
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful minimalist daybed in very good original condition. (Two available)
Designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the the 1950s.
Manufactured by L’atelier, Brazil (Marked)
The minimalis...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Jacaranda
Brown Leather Daybed by Kill International Attributed to Horst Brüning
Located in Munich, DE
Very rare daybed by Alfred Kill International attributed to Horst Brüning, made in Germany, 1970s.
The daybed can be easily turned in a comfortable double bed. Very good vintage c...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Linen
Upholstered Channel Pattern Daybed by Preview
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered Channel Pattern Daybed by Preview. Upholstered in velvet. Style of Vladimir Kagan.
Category
1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Twins Day Bed, Velvet, Walnut, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Twins daybed and its matching curved sofa share the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Walnut, Oak, Linen, Mohair, Leather, Wood, Velvet, Bouclé, Fabric
Rare Chaise Lounge by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, circa 1954, Móveis Artesanal
Located in New York, NY
This chaise Lounge is one of the fantastic designs by Martin Eisler (1913-1977) and produced by Móveis Artesanal and then Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte. Galeria Artesanal, the first showroom that presented the furniture and objects created by Moveis Artesanal and HG Ceramica, used to sell this design.
The traditional chaises...
Category
1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Iron
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings White Lacquered Walnut Daybed New Abstract Upholstery
Located in Rockaway, NJ
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings white lacquered walnut daybed new abstract linen like fabric upholstery. Tufted with square buttons. Stunning looking piece.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Bench walnut
Located in Plymouth, GB
Pictured in Walnut with purple blend Boucle fabric, this Sunday Daybench was designed by Fosfeen founder Oliver A-J and is exclusive to us.
Originally made for clothing store With No...
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Topa Daybed by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Topa daybed features a round over frame handcrafted in American walnut or white oak. The daybed is tufted and comes with a loose bolster pillow.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Jacques Hitier, Daybed, France 1950
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Daybed in blond solid oak and black lacquered tubular metal by Jacques Hitier, Tubauto edition, France 1950. The metal base is surrounded by an oak frame, the curved base receives th...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Sophisticated Black Leather ‘Skye’ Chaise Longue by Tord Björklund, Sweden 1970s
By IKEA, Tord Bjorklund
Located in Voorburg, NL
Awesome ‘Skye’ lounge chair, designed by Tord Björklund for Ikea Sweden in the 1970s. This chair is extremely comfortable and has a beautiful black l...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
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Mid-century Modern daybeds for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern daybeds for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage daybeds created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern daybeds made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original daybeds, popular names associated with this style include Pieter Compernol, Stephanie Grusenmeyer & Jerôme Barrier, Auping, Lawson-Fenning, and Wittmann. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for daybeds differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $329 and tops out at $130,000 while the average work can sell for $5,800.