Christian Liaigre Sofa Upholstered in Silk Velvet

A handsome black ebonized mahogany and upholstered sofa by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. The simple lines of this sofa would fit well in any Mid-Century Modern, Traditional, or Contemporary interior. The gently used upholstery is vintage but in good condition with some age-appropriate wear including some light stains, as shown in the images. This Christian Liaigre sofa...

A simple and stunning design by Christian Liaigre produced by Holly Hunt. This two piece sofa is very deep and comfortable and is newly upholstered in a striking textured abstract c...

Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt, Tan Mohair Velvet Mousson 3-seat sofa, France. Designed circa 2011. Produced circa 2016. Gorgeous golden tan mohair velvet. Labelled. See photos. Liaigre was born in the Vendée region of France where he grew up on his parent’s farm. Christian’s parents bred horses, a detail that has had a substantial influence in his work which has been described as having “strong equestrian flavor.” As a young man he attended the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, where he studied painting. By the early 60’s he returned to Vendée where he worked on his parent’s farm – perhaps re-opening his eyes to the beauty of country living. In the early 1970’s, Liaigre returned to Paris where he worked as a design director at Nobilis Fontan. Eventually, he left Nobilis, as they wouldn’t allow him to show his own furniture. The joke was on them when he opened his own Parisian design studio in the late 80’s. In 1985, he opened his first store, and he designed the Hôtel Montalembert in 1990. In 1997, he designed The Mercer Hotel in New York City. His clients included Larry Gagosian, Marina Abramovic, Bryan...

A vintage recamier sofa upholstered in Clarence House blue and white velvet geometric fabric. The sofa features graceful curves to the back, legs and...

Osvaldo Borsani (1911-1985) Corner sofa upholstered in velvet with elegant patellation on the back. ABV Arredamenti Borsani Varedo manufacture 1950s.

We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely well made, vintage Versace Upholstered Italian with silk velvet, Giltwood framed sofa and pair of armchairs suite. A truly stunni...