Miniature Replica 1:12 Ludwig Van Der Rohe 03. Barcelona Daybed for Miniature Dollhouse - Vitra - 3

This listing is for miniature furniture. Actual sized object can be obtained in Knoll Website

Name: Ludwig Van Der Rohe 03. Barcelona Daybed
Manufacturer - Knoll
Recommended Printer: Resin 3d Printer
Series: Furniture Designers Series
Scale: 1:12
3D Builder: Sensaiku



The Modernist Elegance of the Barcelona Daybed

The Barcelona Daybed was designed in 1930 by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe as a companion piece to the Barcelona Chair. Created shortly after the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona, the daybed reflects Mies’s continued exploration of structural clarity and refined minimalism.

Characterized by its sleek steel frame and hand-tufted leather cushion, the daybed combines industrial precision with luxurious comfort. The visible X-shaped supports echo classical forms while expressing modern construction techniques. Its clean lines and balanced proportions exemplify Mies’s philosophy of “less is more,” where simplicity enhances elegance.

Today, the Barcelona Daybed is produced by Knoll under official license. Its timeless geometry, architectural purity, and association with modernist design history make it one of the most prestigious and recognizable daybeds in contemporary interiors.


Ludwig Mies van der Rohe:

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886–1969) was one of the pioneering masters of modern architecture. Born in Germany, he later moved to the United States, where he became a defining figure in shaping 20th-century architectural thought. Known for his famous motto “less is more,” Mies advocated for clarity, structural honesty, and the reduction of design to its essential elements. His work emphasized open space, minimal ornamentation, and the expressive use of modern materials such as steel and glass.

Mies directed the Bauhaus from 1930 until its closure in 1933, reinforcing its influence on modern design education. After emigrating to America, he became head of architecture at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, where he developed a new architectural language characterized by rational grids and exposed steel structures. Iconic works such as the Seagram Building and the Farnsworth House exemplify his commitment to simplicity, proportion, and spatial fluidity.

Beyond architecture, Mies also designed influential modern furniture pieces, including the Barcelona Chair and Brno Chair, which expressed the same structural clarity found in his buildings. His integration of architecture and furniture design demonstrated a holistic approach to modern living. Today, his legacy continues to shape contemporary architecture worldwide, solidifying his reputation as one of the most important architects of the modern era.



The Model are suitable for:
1. Barbie Doll
2. Amigurumi Doll
3. Bjd Doll
4. Pullip Doll
5. Coraline Doll
6. Blythe Doll
7. Minifee Doll
8. Dollfie Doll

Commercial Use License
Buyers can print and sell physical items made from the STL file. However, they cannot resell or redistribute the digital file itself.

3D Printer Type Recommendation:
Scale:
1:12 - FDM & Resin 3D Printer
1:24 - FDM & Resin 3D Printer
1:48 - Resin 3D Printer

3D Printer Recommendations:

FDM Printer:
Creality Ender 3 V2
Bambulab A1

Resin Printer:
Elegoo Mars 3
Anycubic Photon Mono X