Mah Jong Kenzo Missoni Sectional Sofa Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois, Missoni, Kenzo Takada
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A rare and iconic 20th century 'Mah Jong' modular sectional sofa designed in 1971 by Hans Hopfer (Germany b. 1931) for Roche Bobois.
Fabric, Cotton, Foam
Roche Bobois Mah Jong Section Sofa by Kenzo Takada
By Kenzo Takada, Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
The Roche Bobois Mah Jong Sectional Sofa is a vibrant and versatile icon of modern design. Designed in the 1980s, this modular set allows for endless seating configurations, blending...
Fabric, Foam
Mah Jong 27 Piece Kenzo Missoni Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic large Roche Bobois Mah Jong modular 27 piece sectional sofa designed in the mid 20th century by Hans Hopfer (German b. 1931).
Fabric, Foam
Mah Jong Sofa in ‘Kenzo Takada’ Fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Hans Hopfer
Located in Wien, AT
Designed by Hans Hopfer in 1971 for Roche Bobois, the Mah Jong sofa remains one of the most influential and recognizable seating systems of the 20th century.
Fabric
Mah Jong sofa in ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very nice Mah Jong modular sofa with the original and colorfull ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric!
Fabric
ROCHE BOBOIS 11 PiECE KENZO MAH JONG BY HANS HOPFER CORNER MODULAR SOFA SET
By Roche Bobois
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this collectable Roche Bobois 11 Piece Kenzo Mah Jong Corner sofa set by Hans Hopfer Please note the deliv...
Upholstery
Mah Jong Kenzo Platform Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois 2020
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois, Kenzo Takada
Located in Rio Vista, CA
The Natsu sofa was commissioned in 2021 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Mah Jong sofa. The Mah Jong composition Natsu-Kenzo Takada set includes three platform pieces.
Fabric, Beech
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H 27.56 in W 149.61 in D 74.81 in
Mah Jong 10 piece sectional sofa in Kenzo Takada fabric, Roche Bobois, France
By Kenzo Takada, Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in amstelveen, NL
Mah Jong modular sofa set by Hans Hopfer, designed in 1971 for Roche Bobois and in a customized mix of textiles by Kenzo Takada. it features multiple cushions that can be arranged in...
Cotton, Silk, Velvet
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H 7 in W 36 in D 36 in
Mah Jong Modular Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois Kenzo Floral Silk Velvet Kimono
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois, Kenzo Okada
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mah Jong Sectional sofa set, Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer, vintage, rare Kenzo collection from the aughts.
Silk, Velvet
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H 20 in W 150 in D 75 in
Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois Mah-Jong 18 pieces Sofa in Kenzo Takada Fabric
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois, Kenzo Takada
Located in Seattle, WA
A substantial 18 pieces Mah-Jong sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, in Kenzo Takada Fabric.
Fabric, Foam
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H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Sofa Mah Jong by Kenzo & Missoni for Roche Bobois, set of 15 pieces, 2000s
By Roche Bobois, Missoni Home, Kenzo Takada
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the original Mah Jong sofa, adorned with high-quality fabrics with different textures and patterns, designed by Kenzo Takada as well as Missoni,...
Textile, Velvet
Roche Bobois Kenzo Fabric Mah Jong Sectional Sofa, Set of 15
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois in 1971, the Mah Jong sofa has become a design classic. Since its original conception, Roche Bobois has collaborated with a varie...
Fabric, Velvet
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H 20 in W 150 in D 37.5 in
Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois Mah-Jong Sofa in Missoni and Kenzo Fabric
By Hans Hopfer
Located in Seattle, WA
A 12 pieces Mah-Jong sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, in a mix of Missoni and Kenzo fabric.
Fabric
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H 40.95 in W 149.61 in D 112.21 in
Modular Sofa Mah Jong by Kenzo & Missoni for Roche Bobois, set of 25 pieces
By Roche Bobois
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the original Mah Jong sofa, adorned with high-quality fabrics with different textures and patterns, designed by Kenzo Takada as well as Missoni,...
Textile, Velvet
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H 35.83 in W 149.61 in D 112.21 in
Modular Sofa Mah Jong by Kenzo & Missoni for Roche Bobois, Set of 25 Pieces
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the original Mah Jong sofa, adorned with high-quality fabrics with different textures and patterns, designed by Kenzo Takada as well as Missoni,...
Textile, Velvet
Mah-Jong Sofa Set by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, 12 Pieces
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois, Kenzo Takada
Located in Seattle, WA
A 12-piece Mah-Jong sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, in a mix of Kenzo Takada Fabric and Missoni Fabric.
Fabric, Foam
Mah-Jong Sectional Sofa Set by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, 18 Pieces
By Hans Hopfer, Kenzo Takada, Roche Bobois
Located in Seattle, WA
A substantial 18 pieces Mah-Jong sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, in a mix of Kenzo Takada Fabric and Missoni Fabric.
Fabric, Foam
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H 37.41 in W 37.41 in L 37.41 in
Mah-Jong 8 Piece Living Room Set by Missoni for Roche Bobois, France
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer, Kenzō Tange
Located in Gardena, CA
1971 : Hans Hopfer Imagines The Mah Jong Painter, sculptor and designer… Hans Hopfer has designed several sofas that have become iconic pieces in Roche Bobois collections. In 1971,...
Cotton, Velvet
Roche Bobois Mah Jong Kenzo Takada Lounge Sofa by Hans Hopfer
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
One of the most iconic sofas of our time, the Mah Jong lounge sofa was designed in 1970 by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois and broke the mold, creating a lounging sofa that is fully mod...
Leather, Silk
Mah Jong Kenzo Missoni Sectional Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois 2015
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic large Roche Bobois Mah Jong modular sectional sofa designed in the midcentury by Hans Hopfer.
Fabric, Foam
Mah Jong Kenzo Missoni Sectional Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois 2015
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic large Roche Bobois Mah Jong modular sectional sofa designed in the midcentury by Hans Hopfer.
Fabric, Foam
Mah Jong Kenzo Missoni Sectional Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Missoni, Kenzo Takada, Hans Hopfer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
This special set measures 19 feet wide and features 4 rare corner pieces which are the most valuable and coveted allowing for greater design possibilities. (Most Mah Jong sectionals...
Fabric, Foam
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H 27.56 in W 118.12 in D 39.38 in
Mah Jong Ten Piece Living Landscape by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois, Kenzo Takada
Located in Dronten, NL
Large living room set by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois, called the "Mah Jong" sectional sofa.
Fabric, Foam
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H 27.56 in W 159.45 in D 84.65 in
Mah Jong 17-piece sectional sofa in Kenzo Takada fabric, Roche Bobois
By Kenzo Takada, Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in amstelveen, NL
Mah Jong modular sofa set by Hans Hopfer, designed in 1971 for Roche Bobois and in a customized mix of textiles by Kenzo Takada.
Cotton, Silk, Velvet
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H 27.56 in W 149.61 in D 37.41 in
"Yoru" Mah Jong 12-piece sectional sofa in Kenzo Takada fabric, Roche Bobois
By Kenzo Takada, Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in amstelveen, NL
To 'dress' the Mah Jong sofa Kenzo Takada took inspiration from ancient kimonos used in the Noh Theatre, re-interpreting their patterns and colors to create fine and sophisticated ha...
Cotton, Silk, Velvet
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H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Modular Sofa Mah Jong by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois, set of 9 pieces, 2000s
By Roche Bobois, Kenzo Takada
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the original Mah Jong sofa, adorned with high-quality fabrics designed by Kenzo Takada exclusively for Roche Bobois.
Textile
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H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Mah Jong Modular Sofa by Kenzo Takada & Missoni for Roche Bobois, Set of 18
By Hans Hopfer, Missoni, Kenzo Takada, Roche Bobois
Located in Buccinasco, MI
⸻ Design Notes • Original Mah Jong concept by Hans Hopfer (1971) • Upholstery by Kenzo Takada and Missoni • Produced by Roche Bobois • Fully modular system
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Foam
Colorful Mah Jong sofa in Kenzo fabrics by Gobbo Salotti
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing the Mah Jong sofa by Gobbo Salotti in the manor of Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois.
Fabric, Velvet
Mah Jong Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois Kenzo Missoni 21 Piece Sofa
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental Iconic Mah Jong sectional sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois featuring Kenzo Takada and Missoni fabric.
Fabric
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H 29.53 in W 187.01 in D 37.41 in
Mah Jong 10 piece sectional sofa in Kenzo Takada fabric, Roche Bobois, France
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in amstelveen, NL
Mah Jong modular sofa set by Hans Hopfer, designed in 1971 for Roche Bobois and in a customized mix of textiles by Kenzo Takada. it features multiple cushions that can be arranged in...
Velvet, Cotton, Silk
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H 7 in W 38 in D 38 in
Mah Jong Modular Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois. Missoni & Kenzo Fabric
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Kansas City, MO
Eleven piece modular Mah Jong Sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, France, 1970s.
Upholstery
Mah Jong 34 Piece Kenzo Missoni Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental iconic 20th century Mah Jong sectional sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois.
Fabric
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H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Mah Jong Velvet Kenzo Modular Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, Italy 2018
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Gardena, CA
Sublime Mah Jong modular sofa designed by Hans Hopfer in 1971 for Roche Bobois in Kenzo Takada-designed fabric.
Fabric, Foam
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H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Mah Jong Velvet Kenzo Modular Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, Italy 2018
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Gardena, CA
Wonderful Mah Jong modular sofa designed by Hans Hopfer in 1971 for Roche Bobois in Kenzo Takada-designed fabric.
Fabric, Velvet, Foam
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H 6.7 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Mah Jong sofa in ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very nice Mah Jong modular sofa with the ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric!
Fabric
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H 20 in W 150 in D 75 in
12 piece Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois Mah-Jong Sofa in Kenzo Composition Hiru Fabric
By Hans Hopfer
Located in Seattle, WA
A 12 pieces Mah-Jong sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois.
Fabric
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H 21 in W 39 in D 39 in
Mah Jong by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois in Kenzo Takada Fabric, 2010s, Signed
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer, Missoni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible modular seating system designed by Hans Hopfer and edited by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois, is called the "Mah Jong" system.
Fabric
Mah Jong Eight Piece Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
By Hans Hopfer, Kenzo Takada, Roche Bobois
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic mid-century modular French sectional sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois. The sofa features 8 hand-made elements with Kenzo Takada (Japanese 1939-2020) and Missoni f...
Fabric
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H 8.27 in W 38.19 in D 38.19 in
Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer and Kenzo Fabric Mah Jong Sectional Sofa, Set of 15
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois in 1971, the Mah Jong sofa has become a design classic. Since its original conception, Roche Bobois has collaborated with a var...
Fabric, Velvet
Roche Bobois Mah Jong sofa Kenzo design by Hans Hopfer
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in OSS, NB
Roche Bobois Mah Jong sofa Kenzo design by Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois Mah jong sofa consiting of 14 pieces in designed in 1971 by Hans Hopfer.
Fabric
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H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Mah jong sofa from Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois design by Kenzo Takata
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Alsdorf, NW
Presenting the remarkable "Mah Jong" sectional sofa, a creation by Hans Hopfer in collaboration with Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois.
Fabric, Silk, Velvet
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H 27.75 in W 40 in D 40 in
Mah Jong 7 Piece Living Room Set Upholstery by Kenzo, Made by Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois
Located in San Diego, CA
Designed in 1971 by Hans Hopfer, the Mah Jong modular sofa allows total freedom of form and function.
Fabric
$10,625
H 42 in W 102 in D 60 in
Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Tufted Serpentine Parlor Corner Sofa Settee Couch
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental Victorian corner parlor sofa featuring serpentine walnut frame with S scroll carved and padded arms. Features queen anne legs and tufted upholstery. Circa 1870s 102" W ...
Velvet, Walnut
$55,689
H 76.78 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Poerugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple The Penedo quartz display cabinet captures the enduring beauty of nature’s landscapes,...
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Granite, Brass
$1,349 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
$928 / item
H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Linen Schwarzwald Dedar, Dark Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back in beautiful italian fabric. This chair can be customized to your speci...
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Certified Maison Bagues Ship Chandelier - iron and crystal
By Maison Baguès
Located in Paris, FR
Certified Maison Baguès Chandelier - iron and crystal Finish: Gold or Silver gilding Re-edition of its old model "Le Bateau". UL listing available for an additional charge.
Crystal, Iron
$10,511 / set
H 27.56 in W 80.32 in D 108.67 in
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Corner Modular Sofa, Set of Three
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic. This three-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and can be conf...
Fabric
$40,606 / set
H 26.4 in W 36.2 in D 36.2 in
Mario Bellini Blue Cotton Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 7
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Vicenza, IT
Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The set features seven modules with backrest (four big modules and three small ones) and one armres...
Cotton, Velvet, Foam
$2,316Sale Price|20% Off
H 80.5 in W 42 in D 20 in
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Bamboo Motif Armoire Linen Press by C
By Chelsea House
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking Late 20th Century chinoiserie armoire or linen press by Chelsea House, featuring exquisite hand-painted scenes in the chinoiserie style. The cabinet showcases a deep green...
Rattan, Wood
Dutch Delft Blue Ceramic Tulip Vase Set in Matte Pink
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch Delft Blue Ceramic Tulip Vase Set in Matte Pink This stunning three-tiered tulip vases by van Heinen features a matte pink color. The pink color forms a beautiful backdrop for...
Ceramic
$4,640 / set
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 20.48 in
Set of 12 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 12 original and signed "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. NOS (new old Stock) This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967. PLIA, the symbol of a...
Steel, Chrome
$12,400
H 28.75 in W 144.49 in D 31.5 in
Adrian Pearsall 'Platform Gondola' Sofa in Walnut and Red Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, ‘Platform Gondola’ sofa, fabric, walnut, wood, United States, 1960s A wonderful sofa that features the combination of two great sofa models by ...
Fabric, Walnut
$5,724
H 72.84 in W 58.67 in D 20.48 in
Early 19th Century Blue Floral Painted Cupboard - European Alps
Located in Vo', Veneto
Blue Painted Wardrobe Technical information: Period: about 1805 Origin: Tyrol Wood type: Fir Height: 185 cm 72.83 in Width: 149 cm (166 cm with frame) 58.66 in (65.35 in with fra...
Fir
Antique French Louis XVI Sofa with Carved Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French Louis XVI Sofa with Carved Details Country: France Materials: Carved giltwood, Alpaca Mohair Condition: Newly Reupholstered Style: French Louis XVI Year: 1920...
Alpaca, Wood
George Smith Mohair Velvet Ottoman Sofa Banquette
By George Smith
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental bespoke mohair velvet tufted sectional banquette sofa custom designed by George Smith, London UK. The grand "ottoman sofa" was commissioned by Samantha Todhunter Design fo...
Hardwood, Mohair
$20,817
H 31.5 in W 157.49 in D 59.06 in
Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 3 Parts in 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat for Verpan
By Verner Panton
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 3-piece Cloverleaf Sofa in dark green 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat. Seats 5 people in a very interesti...
Fabric, Wood
$54,975 / set
H 0.25 in Dm 10.75 in
Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates originates from the United States, Circa 1970. This stunning set can serve as either c...
Sterling Silver
In 1974, Roche Bobois opened its first showroom in the United States on Madison Avenue in New York City. The celebrated luxury French furniture brand is now in 50 countries with more than 200 stores.
The Roche Bobois story has origins in 1950, when entrepreneur Jacques Roche converted an old Paris theater into two contemporary furniture boutiques so that his sons could help usher stunning Bauhaus-inspired work out of the shops and into French homes nearby.
At another showroom called Au Beau Bois, also in the French capital city, the Chouchan family was simultaneously selling home furnishings. The families met later, when Philippe and François Roche convened with Patrick and Jean-Claude Chouchan at a furniture exhibition in Copenhagen in 1960 and afterward produced a catalog announcing their partnership.
Minimal and modernist Scandinavian design had gained prominence in the furniture industry by 1960, rendering designers such as Kaare Klint and Poul Henningsen marquee names — and Roche Bobois's principals had taken notice. Following a national advertising campaign in Elle magazine a year later, the Scandinavian furniture that the newly minted Roche Bobois was importing to Paris became a huge success. Early promotional material from the firm likely included the sleek modular wall units crafted in rosewood by Danish furniture maker Poul Cadovius. It didn’t take long for Roche Bobois to shift toward producing its own contemporary furniture line.
When the popularity of cable television took hold in more major American cities during the 1970s, sofas and other seating became integral to contemporary living-room decor. Roche Bobois’s newly launched Les Contemporains series positioned its own sofas front and center, and it also offered plush lounge chairs designed by Mario Bellini.
Bold works from the company during the decade included Marc Berthier’s Pop Art–colored tubular metal desks and chairs — the latter covered with braided fabric — as well as one of Roche Bobois’s most enduring and well-known pieces, the Mah Jong sectional sofa created by sculptor, painter and designer Hans Hopfer. Anchored by few central elements, this modular lounge sofa can be combined or stacked, giving the buyer total freedom over its appearance and the ability to maximize comfort.
Since its inception, Roche Bobois has worked with many internationally renowned architects and designers on its collections, among them Paola Navone and Vladimir Kagan. Even fashion designers such as Missoni and Emanuel Ungaro have made contributions to the company’s lineup.
In 2010, Roche Bobois marked its 50-year anniversary by debuting a partnership with French fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier. A decade later, Roche Bobois teamed up with Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos, who designed a collection of organically shaped sofas as well as vibrant, colorful accent pillows and rugs.
Roche Bobois’s offerings over the years have included everything from mid-century modern armchairs to Art Deco case pieces to sculptural outdoor cocktail tables framed in metal wire — shop these classics now on 1stDibs.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.