What is 1950s furniture called?

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What watches were popular in 1950s?

Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?

Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

1950s Metal Daybeds

Tecno D70

Osvaldo Borsani D70

Cleopatra Daybed Auping

Adjustable Daybed

Cordemeyer Cleopatra

Mid Century Modern Sofa Daybed

Modernist Daybed

Cleopatra Bed

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cleopatra Daybed in Charcoal Grey Linen by Andre Cordemeyer, 1953

$3,023 / item

Convertible Daybed Sofa with Hairpin Legs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This incredible highly collectible Mid-Century Modern convertible daybed sofa was designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Herman Miller, circa 1950s. Ingenious design allows th...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Convertible Daybed Sofa with Hairpin Legs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$3,920

D70 Sleeper Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH

Totally reupholstered in fine yellow mustard fabric with a touch of black Perfect details in shiny brass for adjustment round knobs Prize: X Triennale D70 Diploma d’onore, 1954 I...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes

Materials

Metal, Brass

D70 Sleeper Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950s

$8,781

Jean Prouvé Double Daybed

By Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouvé

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare and stunning S.C.A.L. Antony double daybed with pivoting oak side tables designed by Jean Prouvé and Charlotte Perriand. Newly upholstered in slubby greige linen. Manufactured b...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Jean Prouvé Double Daybed

$65,000

French Midcentury Steel, Bronze, Black bamboo Leather Daybed by Jacques Adnet

By Compagnie Des Arts Français, Jacques Adnet

Located in Uccle, BE

A black steel structure daybed by Jacques Adnet. The structure is covered by black leather saddle stiched. Bronze rings giving an impression of bamboo (faux bamboo) decorated the w...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Iron

French Midcentury Steel, Bronze, Black bamboo Leather Daybed by Jacques Adnet

$16,614

Mid-Century Modern Cleopatra Daybed in Dark Grey Linen, Andre Cordemeyer, 1953

By A.R. Cordemeijer, Auping

Located in Beek en Donk, NL

Mid-Century Modern Dutch daybed re-upholstered (including foam and fillings) in dark grey linen with a camel colored faux leather role / cushion. The daybed was designed by Andre Cor...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Cleopatra Daybed in Dark Grey Linen, Andre Cordemeyer, 1953

$3,023

Harvey Probber Style Brass Frame Bench, 1950s

By Harvey Probber

Located in Chicago, IL

Massive brass frame bench by Harvey Probber style. Fully restored and reupholstered in curly white wool upholstery. 100" in length.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Harvey Probber Style Brass Frame Bench, 1950s

$9,500

Marco Zanuso Midcentury Brown Fabric "Sleep-O-matic" Italian Sofa, 1951

By Marco Zanuso, Arflex

Located in Lucca, IT

Sofa, model Sleep-O-Matic designed by Marco Zanuso, 1951. Manufacture by Arflex (Italy). Metal structure, foam rubber back and seat covered by refined fabric newly upholstered. The ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Marco Zanuso Midcentury Brown Fabric "Sleep-O-matic" Italian Sofa, 1951

$4,628

Teak Minerva Sofa Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen, 1955

Located in Basel, CH

Stunning Minerva sofa or daybed, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Son in 1955. Great craftsmanship, made of solid teak and chrome-plated metal. The back...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

Teak Minerva Sofa Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen, 1955

$3,085

Early "BR02" Sofa or Daybed by Martin Visser for t Spectrum, Dutch Design, 1958

By t Spectrum Bergeijk, Rob Parry, Martin Visser

Located in Amsterdam, NL

"BR02" sofa with armrests that can be transformed into a daybed by Martin Visser. Produced by 't Spectrum the Netherlands in 1958. Visser designed this sofa in 1958 when he was wo...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Early "BR02" Sofa or Daybed by Martin Visser for t Spectrum, Dutch Design, 1958

$1,958

Chaise Lounge Midcentury French Manufacture in Iron and Skin Form, 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant and modern chaise lounge of French manufacture. The structure of the seat is in tubular lacquered iron, while the entire seat is in cream-colored imitation leather. The seat...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Iron

Chaise Lounge Midcentury French Manufacture in Iron and Skin Form, 1950s

$5,696

Black Leatherette "Cleopatra" Daybed by Cordemeyer for Auping, Dutch, 1953

By A.R. Cordemeijer, Auping, Friso Kramer

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Black leatherette daybed model "Cleopatra" by A.R. Cordemeyer for Auping, the Netherlands 1953. This must be one of the most famous Dutch daybeds from the midcentury. The bed was ...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Black Leatherette "Cleopatra" Daybed by Cordemeyer for Auping, Dutch, 1953

$3,263

Cognac Leatherette "Cleopatra" Daybed by Cordemeyer for Auping, Dutch, 1953

By Auping, Friso Kramer, Dick Cordemeijer

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Cognac leatherette daybed model "Cleopatra" by A.R. Cordemeyer for Auping, the Netherlands 1953. This must be one of the most famous Dutch daybeds from the mid-century. The bed wa...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Cognac Leatherette "Cleopatra" Daybed by Cordemeyer for Auping, Dutch, 1953

$3,263

Sofa Midcentury by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in Brass and Leather, 1950

By Marco Zanuso, Arflex

Located in Milano, IT

Extending sofa by Marco Zanuso from 1950 in brass and leather. The leather sofa becomes a square sofa bed thanks to an internal mechanism that extends the part of the seat. The sofa ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Sofa Midcentury by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in Brass and Leather, 1950

$8,900

Pair of Børge Mogensen Teak Day Beds

By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik

Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH

New mattress New cover totally reupholstered in 1st class cerulean grey velvet.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Pair of Børge Mogensen Teak Day Beds

$3,382 / item

Midcentury Chair/Bed, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

Showed in Brussel Expo 1958. Newly upholstered.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Chair/Bed, Czechoslovakia

$1,993

Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern White Metal Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950

By A.R. Cordemeijer

Located in Enschede, Overijssel

A.R (Dick) Cordemeijer "Cleopatra" daybed for Auping. Frame is made of white enameled metal, with teak head and foot board. André (Dick) Cordemeyer (1924-1998) was born in Bussum. ...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern White Metal Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950

$1,305 / item

Janine Abraham and Dick Jan Rol Pair of Daybed

By Abraham and Rol

Located in Grenoble, FR

Pair of rattan bed "Monsieur Madame" by Janine Abraham and Dick Jan Rol Very beautiful patina and good condition of use.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Janine Abraham and Dick Jan Rol Pair of Daybed

$4,272 / set

French Daybed by Louis Paolozzi Oak Brass Kvadrat, 1950s

By Louis Paolozzi

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Daybed by Louis Paolozzi in solid oak with brass details from the 1950s (French reconstruction). Nice patina. New Kvadrat upholstery and foam.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

French Daybed by Louis Paolozzi Oak Brass Kvadrat, 1950s

$5,458

Daybed by Ammannati Vitelli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy, 1956

By Rossi di Albizzate, Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli

Located in Milan, IT

Daybed by Ammannati & Vitelli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy, 1956.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Daybed by Ammannati Vitelli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy, 1956

$5,340

Rare Achilles Grey Industrial Metal Daybed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Surprisingly feminine institutional grey enameled metal daybed frame by Rawi Winschoten, 1950s. New dove grey velvet mattress. Frame in original condition with wear consistent with i...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Rare Achilles Grey Industrial Metal Daybed

$2,250

Jean Prouvé Daybed

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

"Scal No. 450" daybed Structure in black lacquered folded sheet steel resting on cylindrical feet with an oak washer. Mattress and back cushion covered with beige cotton canvas. E...

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Vintage 1950s Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Jean Prouvé Daybed

$14,122

Mid-Century Modern Cleopatra Daybed in Dark Grey Linen, Andre Cordemeyer, 1953

By A.R. Cordemeijer, Auping

Located in Beek en Donk, NL

Mid-Century Modern Dutch Daybed re-upholstered (including foam and fillings) in dark grey linen with a camel colored faux leather role / cushion. The daybed was designed by Andre Cor...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Cleopatra Daybed in Dark Grey Linen, Andre Cordemeyer, 1953

$3,023

Edward Wormley Sofa and Daybed

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar "Flip-Flop" sofa bed, model 5523. Shaped foam cushions reupholstered with great plains cotton-poly blend fabric. Hinged back cushions can be flipped and controve...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Sofa and Daybed

$12,200

Marco Zanuso Midcentury Brown Fabric "Sleep-O-Matic" Italian Sofa, 1951

By Arflex, Marco Zanuso

Located in Lucca, IT

Sofa, model Sleep-O-Matic designed by Marco Zanuso, 1951. Manufacture by Arflex (Italy). Metal structure, foam rubber back and seat covered by refined fabric newly upholstered. The ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Marco Zanuso Midcentury Brown Fabric "Sleep-O-Matic" Italian Sofa, 1951

$4,628

Pair of ”Cleopatra” Daybeds by André Cordemeijer for Auping, 1950s

By Dick Cordemeijer, Auping

Located in Karis, Nyland

Elegant "Cleopatra" daybed, designed in 1953 by A.R. Cordemeijer for Auping. Black enameled metal frame with teak ends, "Auping" printed on the mesh springs. Minor wear to enamel and...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Pair of ”Cleopatra” Daybeds by André Cordemeijer for Auping, 1950s

$1,542

Florence Knoll, Rare and Very Early Sofa Model 578 for Knoll International, 1954

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Paris, FR

Here is a very early version of the long 578 Sofa designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1954. Black lacquered metal structure and wooden frames with foams and fabr...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll, Rare and Very Early Sofa Model 578 for Knoll International, 1954

$8,307

Josef Pentenrieder, Minimalist Daybed Convertible Sofa for Hans Kaufeld, 1954

By Josef Pentenrieder, Hans Kaufeld

Located in Paris, FR

Nice Minimalist daybed designed by Josef Pentenrieder in 1954 and edited by Hans Kaufeld. Germany, circa 1950. Birch wood frame, feet and back in black lacquered tubular steel. T...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Josef Pentenrieder, Minimalist Daybed Convertible Sofa for Hans Kaufeld, 1954

$5,340

Peter Hvidt Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Sofa, Daybed, Denmark, 1950s, Model Minerva

By France Søn, Hvidt Mølgaard

Located in Antwerp, BE

Midcentury Danish daybed in teak wood with slats and chrome accents. Original orange woven wool upholstery and comfortable spring mattress. Minimalistic daybed/sofa model FD 417 'Mi...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Peter Hvidt Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Sofa, Daybed, Denmark, 1950s, Model Minerva

$3,560

Bench Model 161 Designed by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, 1957 Teak Daybed

By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler

Located in Roma, IT

Fantastic sofa model TV161 designed by Hans Olsen, produced by Bramin, Denmark 1957. Made of solid teak. It can be used as a sofa or bench. Very beautiful and robust. Original cond...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Bench Model 161 Designed by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, 1957 Teak Daybed

$2,658

Two Cleopatra Daybeds, Dick Cordemeijer for Auping

By Dick Cordemeijer

Located in Den Haag, NL

Two Cleopatra daybeds. A breakthrough for the Auping bed company designed by Dick Cordemeijer. It was originally envisioned as a sofa bed which could transform into a living room sof...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Two Cleopatra Daybeds, Dick Cordemeijer for Auping

$2,670 / set

Pair of Gio Ponti Style Twin Beds

By Gio Ponti

Located in Hanover, MA

1950s Italian pair of twin beds in light color finished birch wood with highly figural book matched birch veneer asymmetric headboards mounted with floating nightstands with a single...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Gio Ponti Style Twin Beds

$6,900

Dutch Industrial Green Velvet Midcentury Convertible Daybed, Sofa or Sleeper

By Poul Kjærholm, Friso Kramer, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Beautiful Dutch daybed which can be transformed into a two person sleeper. It has a Dutch midcentury appearance with a back coated steel frame. We reupholstered the sofa with new ...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Dutch Industrial Green Velvet Midcentury Convertible Daybed, Sofa or Sleeper

$2,314

Cleopatra Daybed by Auping, Metal, Teak, New Upholstery, Netherlands, 1950s

By Dick Cordemeijer, Auping

Located in Regensburg, DE

Cleopatra Daybed by Auping, Metal, Teak and New Velvet Upholstery, Netherlands, 1950s Iconic and comfy Mid-Century Design Daybed / Chaiselongue. The ‘Cleopatra’ daybed has been de...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Cleopatra Daybed by Auping, Metal, Teak, New Upholstery, Netherlands, 1950s

$4,094

Børge Mogensen Sofa or Daybed Model 192 by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare sofa or daybed model 192 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Børge Mogensen Sofa or Daybed Model 192 by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark

$7,713

Sculptural Daybeds Jacques Hitier Style, France, 1950

By Mathieu Matégot, Jacques Hitier

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice pair of daybeds in the manner of Jacques Hitier and Mathieu Mategot, France 1950. These beds are made of black refinished tubular metal and look very nice and sculptural. M...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Daybeds Jacques Hitier Style, France, 1950

$1,186

Jean Prouvé S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1955

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Paris, FR

S.C.A.L. daybed designed by Jean Prouvé. Manufactured by Ateliers Prouve, France, circa 1955. Metal frame, wood, new upholstery.

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Vintage 1950s French Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Jean Prouvé S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1955

$16,614

Rob Parry Sofa Daybed for Gelderland with New Upholstery, circa 1950

By Gelderland, Rob Parry

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Rob Parry for Gelderland daybed sofa with new wool fabric by De Ploeg and new foam filling. Rob Parry was a protege of the famous Gerrit Rietveld which shows in his beautiful minima...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Rob Parry Sofa Daybed for Gelderland with New Upholstery, circa 1950

$2,960

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Hairpin Leg Daybed

Located in San Francisco, CA

A 1950s Mid-Century Modern daybed or sofa with hairpin legs. Minimalist form features a loose wedge back on a rectangular seat with internal wood frame. Crisply reupholstered in v...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Hairpin Leg Daybed

$2,150

Auping Arielle Bed Daybed Wim Rietveld Dutch Industrial Design

By Wim Rietveld, Auping

Located in LA Arnhem, NL

Arielle Auping bed. Dutch design. Designed by Wim Rietveld in 1956. The bed has a industrial look. One material: steel. Transparent en elegant. Less material. The legs can be fold un...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Steel

Auping Arielle Bed Daybed Wim Rietveld Dutch Industrial Design

$1,898

Reupholstered Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa in Warm Cognac Aniline Leather

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, sofa model D70, in cognac leather, metal and brass, Italy, 1954. This iconic sofa by Italian designer Osvaldo Borsani is reupholstered in high-quality ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass, Steel

Reupholstered Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa in Warm Cognac Aniline Leather

$13,600

Sofa or Sofa Bed by Martin Visser for ‘t Spectrum, Netherlands 1950s

By t Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser

Located in London, GB

Martin Visser (born 1922) was a celebrated Dutch furniture designer and art collector. He became head furniture buyer for De Bijenkorf department store in Amsterdam after he presente...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Sofa or Sofa Bed by Martin Visser for ‘t Spectrum, Netherlands 1950s

$3,628

Mathieu Matégot Daybed, circa 1955

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Daybed designed by Mathieu Matégot. Manufactured in France by Ateliers Matégot, circa 1955. Bed in metal with rattan on the sides. In good original condition, with minor wear ...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Mathieu Matégot Daybed, circa 1955

$17,207

Osvaldo Borsani P40 Reclining Lounge Chair by Tecno

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Utrecht, NL

P40 is the ultimate modern reclining lounge chair. The chair is adjustable to your needs in so many ways that it can be used in both active as well as relaxing positions. The chair i...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Osvaldo Borsani P40 Reclining Lounge Chair by Tecno

$8,900

Antony Daybed by Jean Prouvé and Charlotte Perriand, 1950s

By Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouvé

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

S.C.A.L. Antony daybed with pivoting table designed by Jean Prouvé and Charlotte Perriand. Manufactured by Ateliers Prouvé, France, circa 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Antony Daybed by Jean Prouvé and Charlotte Perriand, 1950s

$38,500

Edward Wormley 1953 Open Back or New York Sofa by Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Utrecht, NL

Very rare fully restored 'open back sofa' / model 5316 designed in 1953 by Edward Wormley by Dunbar USA. The sofa is reupholstered with magnificent attention to the original detailin...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley 1953 Open Back or New York Sofa by Dunbar

$17,207

Early D70 Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Provenance Cees Braakman

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Dronten, NL

Early D70 sofa, bought by Dutch designer Cees Braakman in 1954 and treasured by Braakman until he passed away in 1995. In all original condition with the original black Naugahyde uph...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Early D70 Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Provenance Cees Braakman

$8,900

Matégot Style Daybed with Woven and Iron Details, France Midcentury, 1950s

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

Matégot style daybed with woven and iron details, France midcentury, 1950s Beautiful original daybed possibly by Matégot. Iron lacquer and woven wicker. Wicker is in good conditio...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Matégot Style Daybed with Woven and Iron Details, France Midcentury, 1950s

$12,500

Superb Triennale Brass Leg Daybed by Zanuso for Arflex, 1951, Original Labels

By Marco Zanuso

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Rare and magnificent restored brass leg 'Triennale' daybed designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in 1951. Zanuso's 'Triennale' daybed was produced in extremely small numbers and so...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass, Steel

Superb Triennale Brass Leg Daybed by Zanuso for Arflex, 1951, Original Labels

$12,000

Jean Prouvé "Antony" Daybed, 1954

By Jean Prouvé

Located in New York, NY

The "Antony" bed was designed by Jean Prouvé and enhanced with a swiveling wood table, by Charlotte Perriand as a part of the furnishing commission of the Antony university residenc...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Industrial Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Jean Prouvé "Antony" Daybed, 1954

$26,000

1952 Miami Daybed by Jacques Hitier for the Famous Antony Building, Paris

By Jacques Hitier

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Extremely rare 'Miami' daybed designed by French architect Jacques Hitier (1917-1999) in 1952 and fabricated by Tubauto, France. This design made its debut at the 1953 'Salons des ar...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

1952 Miami Daybed by Jacques Hitier for the Famous Antony Building, Paris

$8,800

Jacques Adnet Daybed, France, 1950

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Miami, FL

French midcentury hand-stitched black leather daybed by Jacques Adnet. Leather mattress and bolsters, interior steel frame, brass accents. Excellent vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Brass

Jacques Adnet Daybed, France, 1950

$22,000

1950s Minimalist Daybed Rolf Grunow for Knoll, Beechwood Metal, New Upholstery

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Amazing, 1950s Minimalist daybed, designed by the German Rolf Grunow for Walter Knoll, made in Germany, very unique piece, freestanding, new upholstery and new fabric, very good cond...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

1950s Minimalist Daybed Rolf Grunow for Knoll, Beechwood Metal, New Upholstery

$3,797

Minimalist Daybed, 1950s Midcentury Teak and Metal Teddy Bear Fur Sheepskin

By Pierre Chapo, Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Beautiful and very rare, 1950s daybed, teak frame and black metal legs, new upholstery and covered with super soft teddy bear faux fur (like very soft sheepskin) with a matching neck...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Metal

Minimalist Daybed, 1950s Midcentury Teak and Metal Teddy Bear Fur Sheepskin

$4,628

Danish 1950s Hans J. Wegner Daybed Model GE19 by GETAMA Teak and Brass Sofa

By Pierre Chapo, GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Amazing 1950s Hans J. Wegner daybed, model GE19 for GETAMA, Denmark. Very good condition, the original mattress was reupholstered and covered with new, high quality soft woven fabric...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Brass

Danish 1950s Hans J. Wegner Daybed Model GE19 by GETAMA Teak and Brass Sofa

$5,340

S.C.A.L Daybed Designed by Jean Prouvé N°450, circa 1950, France

By Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Milan, IT

Jean Prouve SCAL bed n° 450 of Jean Prouvé with Charlotte Perriand. This bed was designed for the student rooms of the Cité Universitaire d'Antony - the bed is also known as the An...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Metal

S.C.A.L Daybed Designed by Jean Prouvé N°450, circa 1950, France

$26,107

Rare Stainless Steel Based Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa or Daybed by Tecno

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Utrecht, NL

Rarely seen stainless steel based (usually comes with a black a frame) D70 sofa or daybed by Italian designer Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in completely restored condition and new fabri...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Stainless Steel

Rare Stainless Steel Based Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa or Daybed by Tecno

$8,900

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1950s Metal Daybeds For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1950s metal daybeds is available at 1stDibs. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern 1950s metal daybeds are consistently popular styles. Many 1950s metal daybeds are appealing in their simplicity, but Auping, Dick Cordemeijer and Osvaldo Borsani produced popular 1950s metal daybeds that are worth a look.

How Much are 1950s Metal Daybeds?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,527, while they’re typically $401 on the low end and $98,874 highest priced.

Finding the Right Daybeds 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.

Questions About 1950s Metal Daybeds

What is 1950s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
Were pearls popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What watches were popular in 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
What was the clothing style in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
What is the 1950s furniture style called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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