Gio Ponti Daybed, 1966
Italy | 1966

The Gio Ponti daybed, designed in 1966, captures the very essence of Ponti’s mastery as a visionary architect and designer. Known for his ability to blend artistic sensibility with practical function, Ponti created a daybed that is at once sculptural, comfortable, and timeless.

Constructed with a range of thoughtfully chosen materials, the daybed features a sapele laminate that brings depth and warmth to the design, while the fabric and leather upholstery offer tactile comfort. Its painted steel frame, paired with carefully integrated brass and rubber details, speaks to the innovative yet meticulous way Ponti approached each element. The use of industrial materials such as steel and rubber with refined finishes like brass was a hallmark of his style, and this piece perfectly encapsulates that balance.

The Gio Ponti daybed serves as both a functional piece of furniture and a work of art. Its clean lines and modular design reflect the modernist principles Ponti championed throughout his career. It’s a piece meant not only to be experienced visually but to be lived with—fitting seamlessly into a space while also making a strong design statement.

Accompanied by a certificate of expertise from the Gio Ponti Archives, this daybed stands as a verifiable and authentic piece from one of Italy’s greatest design minds, an iconic addition to any collection.