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

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Daybeds

Materials

Iron

D70 Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani Tecno

$8,882

Stunning Poul Kjærholm PK80 Daybed by E Kold Christensen

By Poul Kjærholm

Located in Toronto, Ontario

An exemplary example of Poul Kjærholm’s iconic minimalist daybed for E Kold Christensen, circa 1960. This example is in exceptional original condition. Lovingly cared for by one...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Stunning Poul Kjærholm PK80 Daybed by E Kold Christensen

$29,000

Teak and Brass Daybed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Utrecht, NL

Daybed model GE19 from 1956 constructed from solid teak with beautiful contrasting brass mattress support bars on both sides. The daybed comes with a completely new mattress and ne...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Teak and Brass Daybed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA

$4,618

Hot Hvidt Mølgaard-Nielsen Restored Teak Minerva Sofa with Rare Armrests

By Hvidt Mølgaard, France Søn

Located in New Westminster, British Columbia

This striking Danish modern teak Minerva daybed was designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Sons and is the rare version with the teak armrests, as well as the o...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

Hot Hvidt Mølgaard-Nielsen Restored Teak Minerva Sofa with Rare Armrests

$4,995

Daybed / Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1958

By Florence Knoll

Located in Berlin, DE

Daybed, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, manufactured in 1958. Beechwood frame, metal feet, the reupholstery covered with black fabric, folding mechanism. Very ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Daybed / Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1958

$2,605

Midcentury Modern Plywood Daybed with Copper Feet, Italy, 1950s

Located in Woudrichem, NL

A beautiful Italian modernist daybed from the 1950s. We don't know the designer of this exceptional and skillfully made daybed. It features a nicely detailed nine layer thick plywood...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Copper, Metal

Midcentury Modern Plywood Daybed with Copper Feet, Italy, 1950s

$4,085

PK-80 Daybed by Poul Kjærholm

By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Daybed on frame of chromed steel and cushion of upholstered with black leather. Designed in 1957. Manufactured by Kold Christensen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

PK-80 Daybed by Poul Kjærholm

$31,621

Amazing Mid-Century Daybed Sofa by Fred Ruf 1950s with Teddy Bear Fur Upholstery

By Fred Ruf, Dieter Waeckerlin, Wohnbedarf

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Beautiful Swiss made daybed by Fred Ruf, designed in 1951 for Wohnbedarf AG Switzerland. Frame in black, solid teak and chrome with patina. Very cool upholstery in teddy bear fur wi...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Amazing Mid-Century Daybed Sofa by Fred Ruf 1950s with Teddy Bear Fur Upholstery

$3,434

Mid-Century Modern Cleopatra Daybed by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, NL

By Auping, Dick Cordemeijer

Located in Beek en Donk, NL

New upholstered Cleopatra daybed designed in 1953 by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping (Holland). The frame is made of dark grey coated metal and the ends are in solid teakwood. The spring...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Cleopatra Daybed by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, NL

$1,730

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Day Bed in Solid Beech

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Berlin, DE

This Charlotte Perriand daybed was made for and used in the African town of Cansado, Mauritania. Solid beech frame and new Kvadrat wool fabric with buttons. The town Cansado was desi...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mauritanian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Day Bed in Solid Beech

1950s Daybed Beechwood Knoll Antimott by Wilhelm Knoll Mid-Century Modern

By Wilhelm Knoll

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Nice daybed/sofa by Wilhelm Knoll, Germany, 1950s. Extendable version, mod. Knoll Antimott. Multi adjustable headrest, adjustable back rest. Freestanding. Green woven fabric, reuphol...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

1950s Daybed Beechwood Knoll Antimott by Wilhelm Knoll Mid-Century Modern

$2,013

1950 Tommy Parzinger Daybed

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Miami, FL

Silver leaf and metal daybed.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Silver Leaf, Steel

1950 Tommy Parzinger Daybed

$12,500

Dick Cordemeijer Cleopatra Daybed with Mattress for Auping, 1954

By Auping, Dick Cordemeijer

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Iconic Dutch design, the Cleopatra bed by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, Holland, 1954. This bed was launched in 1954 by Auping, because of this design in the first year the sales incr...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Dick Cordemeijer Cleopatra Daybed with Mattress for Auping, 1954

$1,717

Rare Hans J. Wegner 1950s Teak Brass Daybed Mod. Ge 19 Getama Sofa b

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Fantastic Hans J. Wegner Daybed, Mod. GE 19 for Getama, Denmark. Very good condition, the original innerspring mattress was reupholstered and covered with new woven fabric in grey,...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass, Metal

Rare Hans J. Wegner 1950s Teak Brass Daybed Mod. Ge 19 Getama Sofa b

$4,500

Pair (2) Rare Hans J. Wegner 1950s Teak and Brass Daybed Mod. GE 19 GETAMA Sofa

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Fantastic set of 2 Hans J. Wegner daybeds, Mod. GE 19 for GETAMA, Denmark. Very good condition, the original innerspring matress was reupholstered and covered with new woven fabric i...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair (2) Rare Hans J. Wegner 1950s Teak and Brass Daybed Mod. GE 19 GETAMA Sofa

$9,308

Jean Prouve, S.C.A.L. Daybed, Swivel Shelf by Charlotte Perriand France, 1952

By Jean Prouvé

Located in New York, NY

SCAL daybed by Jean Prouve, France, 1952. Black enameled metal frame with an elm swivel shelf by Charlotte Perriand. Cushion is upholstered in oatmeal linen with white trim and butt...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Jean Prouve, S.C.A.L. Daybed, Swivel Shelf by Charlotte Perriand France, 1952

$30,000

Jean Prouve, S.C.A.L. Daybed, Swivel Shelf by Charlotte Perriand, France, 1952

By Jean Prouvé

Located in New York, NY

S.C.A.L. daybed by Jean Prouve, circa 1952. Black enameled bed frame, with a swivel elm shelf by Charlotte Perriand. Mattress is upholstered in black linen with leather trim and but...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Jean Prouve, S.C.A.L. Daybed, Swivel Shelf by Charlotte Perriand, France, 1952

$30,000

Poul Volther Oak Sofa or Sofa Bed

By FDB Møbler, Poul Volther

Located in London, GB

Vintage solid oak sofa bed with newly upholstered sprung mattress. Designed by the architect Poul Volther. Solid oak frame and a newly upholstered mattress.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Poul Volther Oak Sofa or Sofa Bed

$3,414

Iconic Tecno D70 Sofa Daybed Designed by Osvaldo Borsani

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Antwerp, BE

This Mid-Century sofa - daybed was designed in Italy by Osvaldo Borsani and was manufactured by Tecno during the 1950s. This sofa was presented for the first time at the 10th Tri...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Iconic Tecno D70 Sofa Daybed Designed by Osvaldo Borsani

$7,698

Jean Prouve Scal Daybed, Jean Prouve Ateliers, France, 1951

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Jean Prouve 'Scal' daybed. Model no. 450. Newer cushion.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Jean Prouve Scal Daybed, Jean Prouve Ateliers, France, 1951

Dick Cordemeijer Cleopatra Daybed with Mattress Auping, 1954

By Dick Cordemeijer, Auping

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Iconic Dutch design, the Cleopatra bed by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, Holland 1954. This bed was launched in 1954 by Auping, because of this design in the first year the sales incre...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Dick Cordemeijer Cleopatra Daybed with Mattress Auping, 1954

$1,894

George Nelson Daybed

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

The daybed designed by George Nelson is newly upholstery with high-quality fabric and comes on metal legs holding a wooden frame. The Minimalist design gives each room an elegant atm...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

George Nelson Daybed

$6,869

Knoll Convertible Sofa Bed

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Florence Knoll & Charles Niedringhaus for Knoll sofa bed model 701; features convenient swivel and or removable back bolster that converts to bed. Sturdy painted iron frame with new...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Knoll Convertible Sofa Bed

$10,560

1950s Teak Daybed, Mid-Century Modern Danish Modern Lounge Sofa Prototype

By France Daverkosen, Hvidt Mølgaard

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Beautiful 1950s Daybed, beautiful teak base, renewed upholstery (spring upholstery) and covered with new woven high quality fabric. It was bought in the late 1950s and looks very sim...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

1950s Teak Daybed, Mid-Century Modern Danish Modern Lounge Sofa Prototype

$2,919

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Daybed for Widdicomb

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in New York, NY

Perfectly restored. Cushion re-upholstered in white linen with two matching bolsters.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Daybeds

Materials

Brass

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Daybed for Widdicomb

$28,000

Rare Rob Parry Daybed for Gelderland, 1950s

By Gelderland, Robert Parry, Martin Visser

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Stunning bed sofa by Rob Parry for Gelderland. Rare model! Completely reupholstered with new filling and fabric. Solid rosewood armrests. Rob Parry was a protégé of the famous ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Rare Rob Parry Daybed for Gelderland, 1950s

$3,849

D70 Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno, 1953

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Fossano, IT

Beautiful sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno since 1953 , this is the original and first model from the fifties Original in all parts , iron black lacquered fra...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Daybeds

Materials

Brass, Iron

D70 Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno, 1953

$6,513

Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Knoll Antimott, Beech Wood Daybed, Germany, 1950s

By Wilhelm Knoll

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

This mid century modern daybed was designed and produced by Knoll in the 1950s. It is made of beech and has been newly upholstered and covered with woven fabric. This piece has many ...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Knoll Antimott, Beech Wood Daybed, Germany, 1950s

$2,224

Solid Oak Hans J. Wegner Chaise Longue for Getama

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Solid oak daybed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark, 1954. This daybed is a perfect example of Scandinavian modernism. The wooden joints in this magnificent chaise longue are v...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Brass

Solid Oak Hans J. Wegner Chaise Longue for Getama

$7,950

Dick Cordemeijer s Cleopatra Daybed

By Dick Cordemeijer, Auping

Located in Brussels, BE

Cleopatra daybed from the Netherlands. Steel and teak frame and new upholstery

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Dick Cordemeijer s Cleopatra Daybed

$1,776

Florence Knoll Daybed Model 702 Midcentury Sofa, Metal Frame, 1958

By Florence Knoll, Charles Niedringhaus, Knoll

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

A rare and beautiful Florence Knoll Daybed, Mod. 702 bought in 1958 (orig. invoice available) Design by Florence Knoll & Charles Niedringhaus for Knoll International. The sofa is new...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Daybed Model 702 Midcentury Sofa, Metal Frame, 1958

$4,290

Rare, Fully Restored Zanuso Triennale Daybed, 1951 Published in Arflex Catalog

By Marco Zanuso

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

We are very pleased to be able to offer you this super rare and magnificent ''Triennale' daybed or chaise longue designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in 1951.This example retains its ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass, Steel

Rare, Fully Restored Zanuso Triennale Daybed, 1951 Published in Arflex Catalog

$7,500

French Leather Gym Bench or Daybed, 1950s

Located in New York, NY

Impressive scale French daybed or gym bench, France 1950s. Top has been upholstered later in distressed cognac leather. Great metal rings and detail. Very sturdy construction. Great...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Daybeds

Materials

Metal

French Leather Gym Bench or Daybed, 1950s

$6,500

1950s Magic Day Bed Sofa Model Stella (no. 5920) By Wilhelm Knoll Germany

By Wilhelm Knoll

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Extraordinary 1950's "Magic Sofa", model Stella by Wilhelm Knoll, Germany A subtle barrel-arbor mechanism changes the sofa into a comfortable daybed by sliding the seats sidewards...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

1950s Magic Day Bed Sofa Model Stella (no. 5920) By Wilhelm Knoll Germany

$3,200

French Mid-Century Modern Kyoto Enameled Iron Daybed / Bed by Mathieu Matégot

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

An elegant French Mid-Century Modern day bed, single bed or chaise lounge known as 'Kyoto' by Mathieu Matégot. The stunning black enameled iron frame emphasizes transparency with a p...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Iron

French Mid-Century Modern Kyoto Enameled Iron Daybed / Bed by Mathieu Matégot

$17,990

Jean Prouvé, S.C.A.L. Bed, circa 1954

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Paris, FR

Jean Prouvé (1901-1984). S.C.A.L. daybed, circa 1954. Black lacquered metal frame with wooden swiveling pad, fabric. In : Renée Diamant, Lits isolés ou jumelés, dans L’...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Jean Prouvé, S.C.A.L. Bed, circa 1954

Barcelona Daybed in the Manner of Mies Van der Rohe

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Bridport, CT

In the manner of Mies van der Rohe, daybed, USA, 1950s, leather, walnut, steel, a separate lacquered wood backrest attaches to the wall, bed only:76.25''w x 32.25''d x 16''h, Pro...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome

Barcelona Daybed in the Manner of Mies Van der Rohe

$5,600

Mathieu Matégot Kyoto Daybed, France, 1950

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mathieu Matégot's Kyoto daybed, newly upholstered in Paris.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Mathieu Matégot Kyoto Daybed, France, 1950

Sleeping Sofa by Martin Visser, in Original Upholstery, 1950

By t Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser

Located in Brussels, BE

Exceptionally rare in original upholstery and still in very good condition, has just replaced a new seat foam. Beautiful color, deep green with small black stripes (see last picture...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Sleeping Sofa by Martin Visser, in Original Upholstery, 1950

$1,900

Charlotte Perriand Jean Prouve Antony Daybed by Les Ateliers, Jean Prouve

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Daybed designed for the Cite' University in 1955. Manufactured by Les Ateliers, Jean Prouve & Andre Chetaille. Newly upholstered in Paris. Three available.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Daybeds

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Charlotte Perriand Jean Prouve Antony Daybed by Les Ateliers, Jean Prouve

Minimalist 1950s Swiss Sofa Bed

Located in Geneva, CH

Minimalist 1950s Swiss EA-616 sofa bed by Ernst Ambühler Original wool upholstery, new foam. Simple and elegant design. 195 x 98 x 72 cm in sofa position 195 x 115 x 40 cm in b...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Minimalist 1950s Swiss Sofa Bed

$6,500

Mid-Century Modern Teak Day Bed

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a vintage modern daybed. Teak wood venner in solid wood frame. Mounted in black metal legs. Original spring system. Cushion has the original spring load...

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Teak Day Bed

$1,500

Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Sofa or Daybed, "Minerva"

By France Søn, Peter Hvidt

Located in San Francisco, CA

Sofa or daybed designed by Architect Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen of Denmark. Richly hued teak frame with chromed hardware accents and newly upholstered cushions. The paddle...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Sofa or Daybed, "Minerva"

$3,800

Dick Cordemeijer Cleopatra Daybed with Mattress Auping, 1954

By Dick Cordemeijer, Auping

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Iconic Dutch design, the Cleopatra bed by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, Holland 1954. This bed was launched in 1954 by Auping, because of this design in the first year the sales incre...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Dick Cordemeijer Cleopatra Daybed with Mattress Auping, 1954

$1,250

Daybed L77 by Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno Milano 1957

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Berlin, DE

Daybed L77 by Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno Milano 1957 adjustable in many positions original TECNO wool cover

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Daybed L77 by Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno Milano 1957

$22,502

Florence Knoll Daybed Sofa

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Amarillo, TX

Florence Knoll daybed Knoll USA , c. 1952 steel, upholstery 83 w x 35 d x 28 h inches Rare Florence Knoll daybed/sofa. Clean lines combine with simple function for home....

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Florence Knoll Daybed Sofa

$9,000

Poul Kjærholm PK-80 Daybed

By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in Los Angeles, CA

iconic PK 80 daybed designed by Poul Kjaerholm, Denmark, 1957, with satin brushed stainless steel frame, button-tufted and hand-welted black leather mattress, plywood supports and ru...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Daybeds

Materials

Stainless Steel

Poul Kjærholm PK-80 Daybed

$19,000

Daybed by Hans Wegner for RY Møbler

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Chicago, IL

Daybed features removable, freestanding backrest.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Daybed by Hans Wegner for RY Møbler

$3,850

Marco Zanuso "Sleep-O-Matic" Sofa for Arflex

By Arflex, Marco Zanuso

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The seat of the Sleep-O-Matic" pulls forward from the backrest to become a divan bed. Recently re-upholstered in keeping with the original lines and construction. This prize winnin...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass, Steel

Marco Zanuso "Sleep-O-Matic" Sofa for Arflex

$5,400

Vintage Iron Daybed with Highly Decorative Metal Work and White Lacquer Finish

Located in Pasadena, CA

This vintage iron daybed or twin bed features fanciful curls and feminine twists at either end and creates a wonderfully cozy space with its high head and foot. Black iron with a whi...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron

Vintage Iron Daybed with Highly Decorative Metal Work and White Lacquer Finish

$3,200

Jean Prouvé SCAL Bed, France, circa 1950

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Girona, Spain

Jean Prouvé SCAL nº 450 Bed with Swiveling Tablet (a.k.a. "Anthony Bed"). Bent sheet steel, steel tube and wood. France, circa 1950. Provenance Galeria Miquel Alzueta. Documenta...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Jean Prouvé SCAL Bed, France, circa 1950

$30,000

Clean Lined Modernist Daybed by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean lined modernist daybed by Paul McCobb, American, circa 1950s. It has been completely restored in an ivory color bouclé fabric and the legs have been refinished in an ultra-dee...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Clean Lined Modernist Daybed by Paul McCobb

$6,800

Jean Prouvé Scal Daybed by Jean Prouvé Ateliers, 1951

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Jean Prouve's scal daybed in yellow crème with newly upholstered cushion and bolster.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Jean Prouvé Scal Daybed by Jean Prouvé Ateliers, 1951

Clean Lined Modernist Daybed by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean lined modernist daybed by Paul McCobb, American, circa 1950s. It has been completely restored in an ivory color bouclé fabric and the legs have been refinished in an ultra-deep...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Clean Lined Modernist Daybed by Paul McCobb

$7,500

1950s Magic Sofa Model Stella (no. 5920) By Wilhelm Knoll Germany

By Wilhelm Knoll

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Extraordinary 1950's "Magic Sofa", model Stella by Wilhelm Knoll, Germany A subtle barrel-arbor mechanism changes the sofa into a daybed by sliding the seats sidewards The cush...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Sofas

Materials

Chrome

1950s Magic Sofa Model Stella (no. 5920) By Wilhelm Knoll Germany

$2,800

Leather Strap Daybed by Katavalos for Laverne

By Laverne International, William Katavolos

Located in Munich, DE

Natural Woven Leather Bench/Daybed With Chrome Base by Katavolos for Laverne | This very rare daybed designed by William Katavalos, Douglas Kelly and Ross Littell for Laverne Interna...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Leather Strap Daybed by Katavalos for Laverne

Daybed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Daybed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Daybed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

$4,500

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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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