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Scandinavian Daybed in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Daybed, teak, beech, Scandinavia, 1960s A simple and minimalist single or daybed made in
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Beech, Teak

Vintage Scandinavian Daybed in Teak
Scandinavian Daybed in Teak
H 12.6 in W 75.99 in D 34.26 in
Scandinavian Daybed in Oak and Teak
By Poul Volther, FDB Møbler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Daybed, oak, teak Scandinavia, 1960s A simple and minimalist bed manufactured in Scandinavia in
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Oak, Fabric, Pine

Vintage Scandinavian Daybed in Oak and Teak
Scandinavian Daybed in Oak and Teak
H 11.5 in W 73.04 in D 27.96 in
Rosewood Daybed by Horsens Møbelfabrik
Located in Bristol, GB
A sleek Scandinavian daybed manufactured by Horsens Møbelfabrik with a beautiful minimalist
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Linen, Rosewood

Vintage Rosewood Daybed by Horsens Møbelfabrik
Rosewood Daybed by Horsens Møbelfabrik
H 16.15 in W 75.99 in D 34.65 in
Scandinavian Modern Daybed
Located in Dallas, TX
Simple and elegant vintage MCM daybed comprised of teak wood frame supporting a tufted upholstered
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Daybed
Scandinavian Modern Daybed
H 17.5 in W 75.75 in D 30.75 in
1930s Scandinavian Modern Daybed in Green Velvet Mohair
Located in New York, NY
Lovely c. 1930s Scandinavian Modern Daybed. Designed with modern solid oak tapered legs, this sleek
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Velvet, Wood

1970s Teak Daybed Burnt Orange + Gray Scandinavian Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sofa daybed. Danish modern teak wood sofa day bed. Fabric is burnt orange with a gray bolster
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Teak

Mid century Scandinavian modern blonde bentwood daybed style of Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Scandinavian Modern daybed in the manner of Alvar Aalto or Westnofa with bent beech
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Upholstery, Bentwood

Danish Modern 1940s Daybed
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A 1940s Scandinavian designed daybed. Recently reupholstered in a playful textile designed by Klaus
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Upholstery, Beech

Vintage Danish Modern 1940s Daybed
Danish Modern 1940s Daybed
H 20.5 in W 72 in D 28 in
Daybed Produced by Horsnæs
By Horsnaes
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed by unknown designer. Produced by Horsnæs in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Rosewood

Vintage Daybed Produced by Horsnæs
Daybed Produced by Horsnæs
H 16.15 in W 34.85 in D 74.81 in
1960s Daybed, Ole Wanscher
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic 3-seater sofa with daybed function from the 1960s. Model Senator by Ole Wanscher for P
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Teak

 1960s Daybed, Ole Wanscher
 1960s Daybed, Ole Wanscher
H 32.68 in W 81.5 in D 30.71 in
Hans J. Wegner Daybed
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
Description: Hans J. Wegner daybed, model GE 19 Made by: Getama, Denmark, c. 1950 Material
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Brass

Hans J. Wegner Daybed
Hans J. Wegner Daybed
H 16.25 in W 75.25 in D 28.5 in
Daybed by Grete Jalk
By Grete Jalk
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model 6-6 - Daybed in teak on medium frame, with mattress in light fabric. Grete Jalk / P. Jeppesen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Wool, Teak

Daybed by Grete Jalk
Daybed by Grete Jalk
H 11.82 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Bed / Daybed Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bed / daybed with storage by unknown designer. Produced in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Pine

Bed / Daybed Produced in Sweden
Bed / Daybed Produced in Sweden
H 14.57 in W 80.32 in D 33.27 in
Berlin T303 Daybed by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Portland, OR
Rare model Berlin daybed by Bruno Mathsson in Beech. Platform daybed features lovely sculptural
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Beech

Berlin T303 Daybed by Bruno Mathsson
Berlin T303 Daybed by Bruno Mathsson
H 18.5 in W 40 in D 79 in
Danish teak Daybed in wool fabric
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Modern minimalistic and sleek daybed, inspired by classic Danish furniture design. The daybed
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Wool, Wood, Teak

Danish teak Daybed in wool fabric
Danish teak Daybed in wool fabric
H 22.45 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
Danish Daybed in Wood with Brass Feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Daybed, beech, brass, Denmark, 1950s A simple and minimalist bed designed in line with the
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Brass

Danish Daybed in Wood with Brass Feet
Danish Daybed in Wood with Brass Feet
H 11.03 in W 31.5 in D 74.81 in
Mid-Century Danish Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
feature of this daybed is the upholstery that has a beautiful Scandinavian colour scheme and pattern that
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Danish Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960s
Mid-Century Danish Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960s
H 14.38 in W 73.63 in D 30.71 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Modern Bouclé Daybed, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, this daybed has the characteristics of “honest” design that has been a core concept among Scandinavian
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Wood

Hans Wegner Daybed & Lounge Chair Model GE1
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Daybed model GE1 by Hans Wegner in solid oak with oil finish and a bespoke fine bouclé fabric
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Stainless Steel

Hans Wegner Daybed & Lounge Chair Model GE1
Hans Wegner Daybed & Lounge Chair Model GE1
H 14.97 in W 70.87 in D 30.32 in
Nordic Modern Daybed in Sheepskin, Scandinavia, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This gorgeous daybed with dark wood legs was inspired by classic Scandinavian furniture design and
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Sheepskin, Wood

Daybed "Model 161" by Hans Olsen, 1957, Denmark
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in TOURS, FR
Daybed 'Model 161' in solid teak, designed in 1957 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark The mattress
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Teak

Daybed "Model 161" by Hans Olsen, 1957, Denmark
Daybed "Model 161" by Hans Olsen, 1957, Denmark
H 11.82 in W 76.78 in D 27.56 in
Teak Swedish Daybed by Triva Sweden, circa 1960
By Bengt Ruda
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Modernist daybed envisioned by Swedish designer Bengt Ruda in the 1960s, epitomizing the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Metal

Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The perfect New York sofa and guest bed, and one of the finest daybed designs of the era. The model
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Teak

Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
H 30 in W 76.75 in D 33.75 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Extendable Pine Daybed, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Functionalism in the Scandinavian modern style first developed in the first half of the 20th
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Wood

Ejvind Johansson Daybeds, Model G19 for FDB Mobler
By Ejvind A. Johansson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Ejvind Johansson design teak and oak daybeds, model G19 for FDB Mobler. Very good condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Oak

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.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Upholstery, Teak

Peter Hvidt Gray Daybed or Sofa, Denmark 1950s
Peter Hvidt Gray Daybed or Sofa, Denmark 1950s
H 33.86 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Børge Mogensen Daybed 4312 for Fredericia Stolefabrik 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed, model 4312 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Made in solid oak. Original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Linen, Oak

Daybed Attributed to Kurt Østervig Produced in Denmark
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed attributed to Kurt Østervig. Produced in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, 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
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Metal

Daybed in pine from Denmark, dating from the 1960s.
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely daybed in pine from Denmark, dating from the 1960s. This piece features a pine frame with
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Pine

Danish Modern Teak Sofa Daybed by Edvard Kindt
By Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Frederick, MD
This Danish teak sofa has a secret. It has hide-away side tables but even better, it opens up into a very comfy bed. One of the most clever designs of the 50s, these are are in very ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Wool, Teak

Severin Hansen Jr. Teak Daybed SH7 1957 / New Upholstered
By Severin Hansen Jr.
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed by Severin Hansen Jr. in teak. New upholstered with fine petrol colored velvet fabric. The
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Velvet, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen Daybed in Teak
By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, daybed or sofa, teak, Denmark, 1956. This Scandinavian
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Teak

Daybed GE-258 Teak/Cane by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in teak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1954. Backrest in wicker cane. Original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Cane, Teak

Daybed GE-258 Teak/Cane by Hans J. Wegner
Daybed GE-258 Teak/Cane by Hans J. Wegner
H 29.14 in W 78.15 in D 33.86 in
Swedish Modern Berlin Daybed T303 by Bruno Mathsson 1960
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime stamped Berlin daybed model #T303 designed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson in
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Foam, Beech

Ejvind A. Johansson for FDB Møbler Daybed in Oak
By Ejvind A. Johansson, FDB Møbler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ejvind A. Johansson for FDB Møbler, daybed, model 'G19', oak, Denmark, 1957 A simple and
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Oak

Attr. Borge Mogensen Danish Mid-Century Convertible Daybed Sofa
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Take relaxation to a new level of style with this Danish mid-century convertible sofa/daybed
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Oak

Hans Wegner Daybed Model GE-19 Produced by Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed model GE-19 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Getama in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Brass

Karl Erik Ekselius for Joc Vetlanda Convertible Sofa / Daybed, 1960s
By Karl-Erik Ekselius, JOC Mobler Vetlanda
Located in Norwalk, CT
Find ultimate relaxation with this Scandinavian mid-century convertible sofa / daybed designed by
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Beech

Rare Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen 'Kings Series' Daybed
By Botium, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning, rare daybed designed by Rud Thygesen & Johnny Sørensen for Botium in 1989, frame in
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Leather, Cane, Cherry

"Paris" Daybed by Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1940s
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing “Paris” daybed by Bruno Mathsson, designed in 1937. Made from birch bentwood with wreathed
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Jute, Birch

Early Daybed GE-258 by Hans Wegner for Getama 1954
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in teak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama 1954.. Early production with round legs, fixed
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Teak

Daybed with Upholstered Mattress and Brass Shoes, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This gorgeous daybed was inspired by classic Danish furniture design and its elegant simplicity
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Brass

Hans J. Wegner Versatile Chaise Lounge or Daybed in Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
which can be combined together into a daybed. This piece is a perfect example of Scandinavian Modern
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Metal

Rare 'Berlin' Daybed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, 1957
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A rare and beautiful ‘Berlin’ daybed designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson in 1957. It was
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Wool, Beech

'Minerva' Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgard Nielsen for France & Son
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
An excellent example of classic Scandinavian modern daybed, best quality Teak and freshly
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Teak

Model 311 Teak Daybed by Kurt Østervig for Jason, Denmark
By Kurt Østervig, Jason Møbler
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare and beautiful daybed by Kurt Østervig for Jason. No. 311. Solid teak wood frame, upholstered
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20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Wool, Teak

Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Daybed Model 4312 in Oak & Canvas Upholstery, 1960s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Minimalistic Scandinavian Modern oak daybed model 4312 with loose mattress upholstered with sand
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Canvas, Oak

Børge Mogensen Oak Daybed "Model 190" for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Børge Mogensen designed for function more than sculptural effect. Daybed Model 190 was designed in
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Wood

Hvidt and Mølgaard-nielsen for France & Søn 'Minerva' Daybed in Teak
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 'Minerva' daybed, teak, metal, fabric
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Teak

Danish Modern Daybed, Reupholstered, Made in Pine, by Nyt i Bo, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A large Danish mid century daybed in solid pine, reupholstered in grey wool. Made by a Danish
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Wool, Pine

Danish Oak Daybed with Upholstered Mattress and Pillow, Denmark, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This gorgeous daybed with oak legs was inspired by classic Danish furniture design and simplicity
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Fabric, Wood

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
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Wool, Pine

Bruno Mathsson Daybed Model Berlin Produced by Karl Mathsson in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed model Berlin designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Leather, Beech

Rare ‘Berlin’ daybed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, Sweden 1969
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare ‘Berlin’ daybed designed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, Sweden 1969. This first
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Beech

Børge Mogensen #330 Fredericia Oak "Football" Sofas / Daybeds w/ Original Fabric
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Winnipeg, CA
A rare pair of sofas/daybeds designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia A/S. Originally designed in
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Daybed Model GE-1 Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed model GE-1 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

Materials

Brass

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
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Brass

Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid-Century Modern daybed, sofa - model GE- 258 designed by Hans Wegner for Getma
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Upholstery, Teak

'Berlin 57' Daybed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A totally original piece from Bruno Mathsson dated 1968 and with original Beige cover with leather buttons. This model was originally shown at the Berlin International building exhi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandinavian Daybed

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Leather, Fabric, Beech

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Vintage Scandinavian Daybed For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage Scandinavian daybed you’re looking for. A vintage Scandinavian daybed — often made from wood, hardwood and fabric — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the vintage Scandinavian daybed you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage Scandinavian daybed is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia and Børge Mogensen each produced at least one beautiful vintage Scandinavian daybed that is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Scandinavian Daybed?

Prices for a vintage Scandinavian daybed start at $987 and top out at $7,995 with the average selling for $2,250.

A Close Look at scandinavian-modern Furniture

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 

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

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. 

Finding the Right day-beds for You

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.