Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed "Ge-268" Made at GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and wool upholstery. The back reveals a hidden space for blankets, pillow...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Oak
Sofa or daybed ‘Model No 4311’ by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare sofa or daybed ‘Model No 4311’ designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1950s. This sofa features a frame made out of oak and remains the original upholste...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Modern Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking Swedish Modern lounge chair with bold lines, upholstered with sheepskin. Wooden legs with original black lacquer.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Midcentury "Ari" Lounge Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool and comfortable “Ari” lounge chair by Arne Norell, made from steel and leather. Striking and decorative belt closing on the back. Leather in a milk chocolate brown color.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Walter Knoll für Knoll „Stella“ Sleeper Loveseat, 1950er Jahre
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The sofa can be transformed into a day bed with a lying surface of 200 cm x 80 cm by simply pushing the backrest backwards.
Original woollen fabric in very good condition.
Very goo...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Midcentury "Prag" Lounge Chair by Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant lounge chair and footstool by Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, model called “Prag”. Made from beech with sheepskin upholstery. Generous size and lovely details, like the neck cu...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Model OW150 Daybed, Ole Wanscher, Carl Hansen & Søn, 21st Century
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model OW150 daybed, designed by Ole Wanscher, manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, 21st Century. Oak frame with black leather upholstery. Cotton webbing. Great condition, minor patina ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Oak
Midcentury Modern Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking Swedish Modern lounge chair with bold lines, upholstered with sheepskin. Wooden legs with original black lacquer.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed "Ge-268" Made at GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and wool upholstery. The back reveals a hidden space for blankets, pillow...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, "GE-258", Daybed in Teak, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
This model GE-258 Daybed, designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA in the 1960s is crafted from teak with the original wool upholstery. The clean, minimalist design highlights Wegner's ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Teak
Fur Bean Bag Chair Cover taupe or Stone - Merino Sheepskin
Located in Dural, AU
After a long day at work, there is no better way to relax than submerging into the oozing comfort of our fur bean bag chair cover.
Handcrafted in Austr...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin
Large Boucle Ottoman Pouf - Shearling sheepskin
Located in Dural, AU
Get ready to get comfy and submerge into this luxurious and extra, extra large sheepskin ottoman or bean bag. Its impressive 180cm diameter siz...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Daybed in Teak and Rattan GE7 Made at GETAMA, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated teakwood frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden spa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Teak
Børge Mogensen Daybed Oak and Almond colored fabric, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Scandinavian modern sofa bed, Model 190, designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark. Solid oak frame with ash slats. Very good condition with some signs of wear a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Ash, Oak
Peter Hvidt Daybed for France & Søn, Denmark 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Crafted by Peter Hvidt for France & Søn, this daybed exemplifies the clean and functional elegance that characterised Scandinavian mid-century modernism. Peter Hvidt, one of Denmark’...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury "Prag" Lounge Chair by Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant lounge chair and footstool by Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, model called “Prag”. Made from beech with sheepskin upholstery. Generous size and lovely details, like the neck cu...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Midcentury "Ari" Lounge Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool and comfortable “Ari” lounge chair by Arne Norell, made from steel and leather. Striking and decorative belt closing on the back. Leather in a milk chocolate brown color.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Walnut, Camel Velvet Modern Essex Daybed
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the architectural beauty of New York City, the Essex daybed combines the natural elegance of solid walnut wood with the luxurious s...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Suede, Wood, Walnut
1970s Scandinavian Modern Teak Daybed Sofa Bed
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Danish Modern Teak Wood Sofa Day Bed
Fabric orange with a gray bolster pillow.
54 x 75 Sofa 27.25 tall x 83 w x 31.13 d Seat 18 tall
Preowned original...
Category
1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Early Daybed GE-258 in Oak and Cane by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in oak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1954. Backrest in wicker cane. Original mattress with grey fabric. Early production 1950s. with beatiful patina and round legs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Oak
Natural White Fur Bean bBag Chair - Kids size
Located in Dural, AU
After a long day of learning and playing, there is no better way for a child to relax and find oozing comfort than in our junior-size fluffy sheepskin bean bag...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin
Poul Volther Daybed Model Diva 981 for Gemla, Sweden
By Poul Volther, Gemla
Located in Dronten, NL
Very nice sophisticated daybed sofa Model 981 designed by Poul Volther, manufactured by Gemla, Denmark, circa 1960. This sofa is nicknamed 'Diva' and features a sophisticated solid o...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Oak
1980s Scandinavian Modern Pine Daybed-Sofa
Located in Duxbury, MA
c. 1980s.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Pine
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist Garden of Eden / Lustgarden Chaise Longue Daybed, 1950s
Located in LEWES, GB
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Garden of Eden (Lustgarden) chaise longue or daybed. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniets, Sweden, 1958. Newly reupholstered in green velvet.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The perfect New York sofa and guest bed, and one of the finest daybed designs of the era. The model GE6 Daybed designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA. This brillia...
Category
1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
Daybed "GE-1" by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very cool lounge chair with footstool by Hans J. Wegner. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Made from oak with beautiful woodgra...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Danish Wooden Mid Century Daybed in Oak & Canvas by Tage Poulsen, 1950s
By Tage Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century wooden daybed in oak, canvas, sheepskin and leather by Tage Poulsen produced in Denmark, 1950s. In good original condition with patina from age and use. The c...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Canvas, Oak
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Day or Single Beds in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, daybed/single beds, teak, Denmark, 1960s.
Elegant en simplistic design by Børge Mogensen. Suitable to utilize as a day bed or a single bed. Th...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
'Cleopatra' Daybed by A.R. Cordemeijer for Auping Netherlands, c. 1953, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stylish 'Cleopatra' daybed by A.R. Cordemeijer for Auping, Netherlands, was designed and produced in circa 1953. Signed on the springs as can be seen in the photos.
Featurin...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Walnut, White Velvet Modern Essex Daybed
Located in New York, NY
The Essex Daybed combines the warmth of walnut wood with the luxurious softness of white velvet, creating a stunning piece that elevates any modern interior. Inspired by...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Suede, Wood, Walnut
Daybed "GE-1" by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very cool lounge chair with footstool by Hans J. Wegner. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Made from oak with beautiful woodgra...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
"Paris" Daybed by Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing “Paris” daybed by Bruno Mathsson, designed in 1937. Made from birch bentwood with wreathed jute. Sleek, clean design. Mattress in grey fabric on t...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Jute, Birch
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed in Oak and Rattan "GE7" Made at GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden space fo...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Oak
Rare Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen 'Kings Series' Daybed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning, rare daybed designed by Rud Thygesen & Johnny Sørensen for Botium in 1989, frame in cherrywood with French wicker backing and a red, maroon/burgundy colored tufted leather ...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Cane, Cherry
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare minerva daybed / sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
Ib Hylander Daybed / Bench / Bed Produced by Søren Horn in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed / bench / bed designed by Ib Hylander. Produced by Søren Horn in Denmark.
Dimensions (W x D x H): 75 – 132 x 190 x 26.5 cm.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Berlin Daybed T303 by Bruno Mathsson 1960
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime stamped Berlin daybed model #T303 designed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson in Varnamo, Sweden 1960. Crafted from blonde beechwood in the Scandinavian modern style o...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Beech
Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid-Century Modern daybed, sofa - model GE- 258 designed by Hans Wegner for Getma. This example is in very good, estate condition, specifically the fabric shows wear, s...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Børge Mogensen #330 Fredericia Oak "Football" Sofas / Daybeds w/ Original Fabric
Located in Winnipeg, CA
A rare pair of sofas/daybeds designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia A/S. Originally designed in a larger version for Erhard Rasmussen, this awesome sofa set is truly unique. It is...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Buffalo, NY
The perfect New York sofa and guest bed, and one of the finest daybed designs of the era. The model GE6 Daybed designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA. This brillia...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern Solid Teak "Minerva" Daybed / Sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Danish modern solid teak "Minerva" daybed / sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage condition with a brigh...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak, Chenille
Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Adjustable Daybed GE-1 in Teakwood by GETAMA, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Rare & important daybed with footstool model GE-1 by Hans J. Wegner. From the very early production by GETAMA in the 1950s. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Ma...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
Contemporary Lambda Daybed, Fumed Oak Frame, Oak Slatted Seat with Rush Mat
Located in Norwich, GB
Our Lambda daybed is handmade in small batches from sustainably sourced oak. Both modern and traditional joinery techniques are employed, ensuring the best attention to detail and qu...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Rush, Wood
Large Teak Daybed by Bernhard Pedersen & Søn Model 159, Denmark 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
This exquisite teak daybed, designed by Danish furniture maker Bernhard Pedersen & Søn, showcases the simplicity and elegance of classic Danish design.
Its sleek, solid wood frame f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Teak
Børge Mogensen Daybed 4312 for Fredericia Stolefabrik 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed, model 4312 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Made in solid oak. Original cushion and upholstery. Undeneath with rarely offered and original bed box in oak and li...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Oak
Mats Theselius for Källemo Exclusive Chaise Longue in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mats Theselius for Källemo, chaise longue, leather, wood, steel, Sweden, 1992
Limited edition daybed. This chaise longue was designed by Sw...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Daybed Attributed to Kurt Østervig Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed attributed to Kurt Østervig. Produced in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Sofa or daybed ‘Model No 4311’ by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare sofa or daybed ‘Model No 4311’ designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1950s. This sofa features a frame made out of oak and remains the original upholste...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Danish Daybed in Solid Pine, Reupholstered in Wool, 1980s
Located in Odense, DK
Mid century Danish daybed / sofa in solid pine and reupholstered in bouclé ish wool, 1980s.
A sculptural daybed that fit in every modern home.
...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Pine
'Berlin' Daybed in Birchwood by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden 1972
Located in Hellouw, NL
A rare Berlin daybed, designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1957, captures the essence of Scandinavian modernism. Introduced at the International Building Exhibition in Berlin, this model ex...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Birch
Midcentury Daybed in Solid Pine by Thorald Madsen, Made in Denmark
Located in Lejre, DK
Daybed in solid pine. Designed and by cabinetmaker Thorald Madsen. Great original condition
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Daybed & Lounge Chair Model GE1
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Utrecht, NL
Daybed model GE1 by Hans Wegner in solid oak with oil finish and a bespoke fine bouclé fabric upholstery in seafoam-green from a premium Italian brand.
Hans J. Wegner's idea was th...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans Wegner Sofa Daybed for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design sofa or daybed for GETAMA, Denmark. Restored cane headboard and refinished teak frame, retains the original mattress in good condition. Clever conversion from a so...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Teak, Cane
Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard For John Stuart FD451 Daybed Sofas & Corner Table Set
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard created many enduring and sought-after modern Scandinavian designs. This leather sofa set is an archetypal example of their mastery. Lovingly restored,...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Minerva daybed by P. Hvidt & O. M. Nielsen for France & Son, Denmark 1950s
Located in ECHT, NL
Iconic design from mid century Denmark. A three seater sofa from the "Minerva" range. Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen. Manufactured by France and Daverkosen. The so...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Scandinavian Daybed in Teak and Sheepskin 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Mid Century Scandinavian Daybed in Teak and Sheepskin 1960s.
This is a very comfortable and stylish Scandinavian daybed newly upholstered ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
Model 311 Teak Daybed by Kurt Østervig for Jason, Denmark
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare and beautiful daybed by Kurt Østervig for Jason. No. 311.
Solid teak wood frame, upholstered in wool from Kvadrat designed by Nanna Ditzel.
Category
20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Teak
Daybed in Rosewood, Nylon Strings and Black Leather by Helge Vestergaard Jensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Daybed in Rosewood, Nylon Strings and Black Leather by Helge Vestergaard Jense
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood, nylon strings and black leather
Style: Mid century, Scandi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Rosewood, Leather, Nylon
Peter Hvidt Gray Daybed or Sofa, Denmark 1950s
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Berlin, DE
Peter Hvidt daybed or sofa in teak, Denmark 1950s. New upholstered in Raf Simons Kvadrat Fabric.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Børge Mogensen Oak Daybed "Model 190" for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Børge Mogensen designed for function more than sculptural effect. Daybed Model 190 was designed in 1954 for Fredericia Furniture and shows Mogensen’s strong design ideals putting functionality and longevity first.
Among the great mid-20th century Danish furniture designers, Børge Mogensen distinguished himself with his faith in traditional values of craftsmanship and honesty of materials. He focused on making pieces that were simple, durable and comfortable, while his chief tenets were quality of construction and simplicity of line. Even though he was a classicist, who believed that furniture forms should evolve from those of historical models, Mogensen shared the aesthetical sensibilities of his most forward-looking colleagues. This daybed has a simple look with understated elegance executed from high-quality materials. The solid oak construction stands on four round, tapered legs and has a lamella top with an upholstered mattress on it. Since the aesthetic is dominated by straight lines, the mattress has button tufting to bring depth into the appearance and accentuate the light coloured fabric. Paired with the blonde oak, the result is elegant and timeless, an aesthetic that can easily complement any style.
Danish furniture maker Fredericia Stolefabrik was founded in 1911 by N. P. Ravnsø in an industrial port town of the same name. From the start, Ravnsø built Fredericia's reputation on quality and hired only the most skilled craftsmen he could find. In 1955, the Ravnsø family sold Fredericia to Andreas Graversen, whose first order of business would be to hire Børge Mogensen as head of design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The mattress has been reupholstered recently in a premium 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:
76.37 in W x 32.87 in D x 10.82 in H (excl. mattress)
194 cm W x 83.5 cm D x 27.5 cm H (excl. mattress)
About the designer:
Børge Mogensen is without a doubt one of the most famous Danish designers. Born in 1914 in Aalborg, Mogensen was trained as a cabinetmaker and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen from 1936 to 1938, and architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture between 1938 and 1942.
At the beginning of his career, he became head of F.D.B. Mobler’s furniture design studio. In 1950, he started his own design studio, collaborating with manufacturers Soborg, the Swedish company Karl Andersson and the famous manufacturer Fredericia from 1955. The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Daybed in Pine, Upholstered in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Daybed made of solid pine, manufactured in Sweden, 1970s.
Condition: Signs of age and use on the wood, newly reupholstered in sheepskin
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin, Pine
“Model 159” Daybed in Bouclé by Bernhard Pedersen Og Søn, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
??This gorgeous oak daybed model by the Danish furniture maker Bernhard Pedersen og Søn was inspired by Classic Danish furniture design and simplicity.
The streamlined solid wood ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Teak Daybed Model 311 by Kurt Østervig for Jason Möbler 1950s
Located in ECHT, NL
The Model 311 daybed by Kurt Østervig for Jason Møbler is a quintessential example of Danish mid-century modern design. Designed in the 1950s, this piece combines functionality with ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Bed Made In Veneered Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Bed of veneered rosewood of Danish design from around the 1960s. Is in very good condition.
Measurements in cm: H:74.5 W:200 D:98 - 2 pcs in stock.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Rosewood
Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen Daybed in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, daybed or sofa, teak, Denmark, 1956.
This Scandinavian Modern daybed is designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured by Christensen & Lars...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
Hvidt and Mølgaard-nielsen for France & Søn 'Minerva' Daybed in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 'Minerva' daybed, teak, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1957, production 1960s.
This elegant daybed or sofa is named 'Minerva'...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Daybed by Johannes Andersen for Østergaard & Thaarsti, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The rise of Danish furniture is deeply rooted in the transformative shift in design philosophy during and post-World War II. Faced with material scarcity, designers pivoted towards a...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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