Daybed by Fred Ruf for Wohnbedarf, Switzerland, 1951

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Fred Ruf designed the elegant day bed in 1951 for Wohnbedarf AG in Zurich. It is shaped entirely in the style of the new era, the bed rests lightly on the curved tubular steel legs. The curved brackets on the narrow sides are made of solid ash wood. Wohnbedarf AG was the source for modern housing needs in Switzerland after the war. The range of carefully curated "living needs" in the shops in Zurich and Basel spread far beyond Switzerland and helped shape the trend throughout Europe.

Very few signs of wear. We offer this unusual day bed from a Swiss private collection, designed by Fred Ruf 1951 for Wohnbedarf. The condition, as is so often the case with Swiss furniture, can be described as very good. No wonder, since the production quality is first class and the furniture is very well cared for. The rich black high-gloss finish of the frame still shines with the fresh colors it did 70 years ago, all surfaces are still original. For reasons of hygiene, we deliver the day bed without a cushion. A mattress measuring 190 x 90 cm is easily available today.

Chrome-plated tubular steel, beech frame, spiral springs, solid ash wood.

H 24cm - 39 cm W 195 cm - 190 cm D 90 cm.

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Creator	Fred Ruf
Manufacturer	Wohnbedarf
Design Period	1950 to 1959
Production Period	1950 to 1959
Country of Manufacture	Switzerland
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Midcentury, Modernist
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use, Needs new mattress
SKU	LOB-1410961
Materials	Beech, Chrome Plating, Ash
Color	Black
Width	196 cm 196 cm
Depth	91 cm 91 cm
Height	39 cm 39 cm
Seat Height	24 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Germany
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

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Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.