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Daybeds

Scope note

Extended chairs, generally without arms, used for lounging with one backed end usually made to tilt; often supported on a stretcher frame with six or eight legs. Also, long, wide, sofalike seats, often with two low ends that somewhat resemble headboards or footboards, that can be use for sitting or sleeping.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300038586

Equivalent Terms used

daybed

Created

13yrs ago

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