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Set of Two Croissant Sofas by Raphael Raffel Leather and Bouclé 1970s
Set of Two Croissant Sofas by Raphael Raffel Leather and Bouclé 1970s

Set of Two Croissant Sofas by Raphael Raffel Leather and Bouclé 1970s

By Raphael Raffel, Maison Honoré

Located in Paris, IDF

Rare set of two small croissant sofas by Raphaël Raffel for Maison Honoré Paris made in the mid 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Bouclé

Raphael Raffel “Croissant” Sofa, 1970
Raphael Raffel “Croissant” Sofa, 1970

Raphael Raffel “Croissant” Sofa, 1970

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Raphael Raffel “Croissant” sofa, leather, France, 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Raphael Raffel “Croissant” Sofa, 1970
Raphael Raffel “Croissant” Sofa, 1970

Raphael Raffel “Croissant” Sofa, 1970

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Raphael Raffel “Croissant” sofa, leather, France, 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Raphael Raffel Designed Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa in Suede
Raphael Raffel Designed Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa in Suede

Raphael Raffel Designed Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa in Suede

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a 1970's, made-to-order, suede upholstered, Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris. Design is attributed to the famous Raphael Raffel (1912-2000). Raffel, who trained at the École d...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede

Mid Century French Brown Leather Lounge Chairs by Raphael Raffel 1970s
Mid Century French Brown Leather Lounge Chairs by Raphael Raffel 1970s

Mid Century French Brown Leather Lounge Chairs by Raphael Raffel 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Detroit, MI

This stunning pair of vintage mid century modern lounge chairs were designed by Raphael Raffel and made in France circa 1970. These matching arm chairs are exceptionally well-made wi...

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Space Age Lounge Chair by Raphaël Raffel, France 1960s
Space Age Lounge Chair by Raphaël Raffel, France 1960s

Space Age Lounge Chair by Raphaël Raffel, France 1960s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Chicago, IL

France, 1960s. Raphaël Raffel was a highly influential French mid-century modern designer and decorator.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Acrylic

Mid-Century Modern Red Leather Space Age Club Chair Raphael Raffel, France, 1965
Mid-Century Modern Red Leather Space Age Club Chair Raphael Raffel, France, 1965

Mid-Century Modern Red Leather Space Age Club Chair Raphael Raffel, France, 1965

By Raphael Raffel

Located in London, GB

A Mid-Century Modern space age club chair by Raphael Raffel, France 1965. The club chair features a tulip form with a rounded seat, covered in its original red leather upholstery. 

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Moon sofa attributed to Raphael Raffel
Moon sofa attributed to Raphael Raffel

Moon sofa attributed to Raphael Raffel

By Honoré Paris, Raphael Raffel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Canapé croissant ou lune attribué à Raphael Raffel pour la maison honoré

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of French Lounge Chairs Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s
Pair of French Lounge Chairs Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

Pair of French Lounge Chairs Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Paris, FR

A pair of French vintage lounge chairs attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, dating to the 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Raphael Raffel Croissant Sofa in Brown Leather, Honoré Paris, 1970s
Raphael Raffel Croissant Sofa in Brown Leather, Honoré Paris, 1970s

Raphael Raffel Croissant Sofa in Brown Leather, Honoré Paris, 1970s

By Honoré Paris, Raphael Raffel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by Raphael Raffel (1912-2000) and produced by Honore Paris in the 1970s, the Croissant Sofa takes a fully sculptural crescent form upholstered in natural leather.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of Raphael Raffel poufs for Honore Paris, 1970's, France
Pair of Raphael Raffel poufs for Honore Paris, 1970's, France

Pair of Raphael Raffel poufs for Honore Paris, 1970's, France

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in TOURS, FR

Pair of large Raphael Raffel poufs / ottomans

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 Fine French 1950s Dining Chairs by Raphael
Set of 6 Fine French 1950s Dining Chairs by Raphael

Set of 6 Fine French 1950s Dining Chairs by Raphael

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Long Island City, NY

RAPHAËL Raffel (1912-2000) - A set of six fine French Mid-Century side chairs in Beka lacquer, with original leather upholstery and bronze sabots on tapered legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

Taupe Pair of Raphael Slipper Chairs, France 1950's
Taupe Pair of Raphael Slipper Chairs, France 1950's

Taupe Pair of Raphael Slipper Chairs, France 1950's

By Raphael Raffel

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Raphael Raffel Slipper chairs upholstered in leather suede on Stainless Steel Bases 26x26x30 Seat 18

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Raphael Raffel 1960s Brown Leather Futurist Lounge Chairs Pair
Raphael Raffel 1960s Brown Leather Futurist Lounge Chairs Pair

Raphael Raffel 1960s Brown Leather Futurist Lounge Chairs Pair

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H 37.4 in W 32.28 in D 28.74 in

Raphael Raffel 1960s Brown Leather Futurist Lounge Chairs Pair

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Chicago, IL

Incredibly cool lounge chairs designed by Raphael Raffel, circa 1960s. The rolled ergonomic back and seat supports create an unmistakable profile reminiscent of automobile designs.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Foam, Leather

Club space age chair by Raphael Raffel France 1960s
Club space age chair by Raphael Raffel France 1960s

Club space age chair by Raphael Raffel France 1960s

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H 25.6 in W 28.35 in D 27.56 in

Club space age chair by Raphael Raffel France 1960s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Sas van Gent, NL

Space age design by Raphael Raffel, a 1960s Club chair in injection moulded plastic shell. This is a European version produced in France during the 60s, not a later licensed Herman ...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Plastic

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Raphael Raffel, P.T.T. France 1974
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Raphael Raffel, P.T.T. France 1974

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Raphael Raffel, P.T.T. France 1974

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H 33.47 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Raphael Raffel, P.T.T. France 1974

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Hamburg, Hamburg

This beautiful pair of easy chairs by Raphael Raffel were initially made for the interior of the executive office of the P.T.T.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 12 Chairs by Raphael Raffel
Set of 12 Chairs by Raphael Raffel

Set of 12 Chairs by Raphael Raffel

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H 32.5 in W 17 in D 18 in

Set of 12 Chairs by Raphael Raffel

By Raphael Furniture

Located in Newburgh, NY

Exceptional set of 12 dining chairs by Raphael, well documented. Mahogany legs with brass sabots, sample upholstered in leather, the set can be done in COM. Measures: Seat H 18".

Category

20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Raphael
Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Raphael

Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Raphael

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H 30.5 in W 27 in D 27 in

Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Raphael

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Austin, TX

A modernist pair of French lounge chairs by Raphael Raffel, better known as Raphael, (1912-2000).

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Black Leather Lounge Chairs, France
Black Leather Lounge Chairs, France

Black Leather Lounge Chairs, France

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H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in

Black Leather Lounge Chairs, France

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Maastricht, NL

A pair of French lounge chairs made of black leather, attributed to Raphael Raffel. The filling of the chairs has been replaced in our in-house atelier and the original leather is...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

French Plastic Club Chair by Rafael, 1970s
French Plastic Club Chair by Rafael, 1970s

French Plastic Club Chair by Rafael, 1970s

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H 28.75 in W 24.02 in D 27.96 in

French Plastic Club Chair by Rafael, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Lábatlan, HU

This ivory plastic club chair was designed by Raphael Raffel (Rafael), France, 1970s Ivory fiberglass resin club chairs designed by Raphael Raffel (known as Raphaël), France, 1970s ...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Fiberglass

Raphael Raffel Leather Sofa
Raphael Raffel Leather Sofa

Raphael Raffel Leather Sofa

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H 27.5 in W 110 in D 47.2 in

Raphael Raffel Leather Sofa

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning leather sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore, Paris.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Sofas

Materials

Leather

Raphael Raffel Leather Sofa
Raphael Raffel Leather Sofa

Raphael Raffel Leather Sofa

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H 27.5 in W 110 in D 47.2 in

Raphael Raffel Leather Sofa

By Honoré Paris, Raphael Raffel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning leather sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore, Paris.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Sofas

Materials

Leather

Raphael Raffel Leather Lounge Sofa Honore Paris 1970s
Raphael Raffel Leather Lounge Sofa Honore Paris 1970s

Raphael Raffel Leather Lounge Sofa Honore Paris 1970s

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H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 39.38 in

Raphael Raffel Leather Lounge Sofa Honore Paris 1970s

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Amazing lounge sofa in original burgundy full grain leather with two poofs, designed by Raphael Raffel and produced by Honoré Paris in France in 1970.

Category

Vintage 1960s Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Cognac Leather Sofa by Raphael Raffel
1970s Cognac Leather Sofa by Raphael Raffel

1970s Cognac Leather Sofa by Raphael Raffel

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H 27.56 in W 110.24 in D 47.25 in

1970s Cognac Leather Sofa by Raphael Raffel

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Made on demand by Maison Honoré in the 1970s in Paris, France. A super quality and comfortable leather sofa. It's organic shape resembles a croissant or perhaps a banana. Meas...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

French brown leather couch sofa Croissant by Raphael Raffel, 1970s
French brown leather couch sofa Croissant by Raphael Raffel, 1970s

French brown leather couch sofa Croissant by Raphael Raffel, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in MIlano, IT

The backrest of the couch features a decorative leather band. Produced and designed by Raphael Raffel in 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

French Raphael Raffel Lounge Chair in Red Leather & Stainless Steel, 1970s
French Raphael Raffel Lounge Chair in Red Leather & Stainless Steel, 1970s

French Raphael Raffel Lounge Chair in Red Leather & Stainless Steel, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

A beautiful lounge chair designed by Raphael Raffel, initially made for the interior of the executive office of the P.T.T.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

20th Century Office Chair by Raphaël Raffel, 1974
20th Century Office Chair by Raphaël Raffel, 1974

20th Century Office Chair by Raphaël Raffel, 1974

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H 33.47 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

20th Century Office Chair by Raphaël Raffel, 1974

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Paris, FR

A highly collectible vintage lounge or office chairs by iconic French designer Raphael Raffel designed in stainless steel and black leather with its distinctive tripod shaped structu...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris in Patinated Cognac Leather
Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris in Patinated Cognac Leather

Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris in Patinated Cognac Leather

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Culver City, CA

A rare croissant sofa by Raphaël Raffel for Maison Honoré Paris, made in the mid 1970s in its original weathered / patinated cognac leather.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

20th Century Pair of Armchairs by Raphaël Raffel, 1974
20th Century Pair of Armchairs by Raphaël Raffel, 1974

20th Century Pair of Armchairs by Raphaël Raffel, 1974

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Paris, FR

A set of two highly collectible vintage lounge or office chairs by iconic French designer Raphael Raffel designed in stainless steel and black leather with its distinctive tripod sha...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Raphael Raffel Pod Bronze Acrylic Pair of Chairs with Light Gray Leather Seats
Raphael Raffel Pod Bronze Acrylic Pair of Chairs with Light Gray Leather Seats

Raphael Raffel Pod Bronze Acrylic Pair of Chairs with Light Gray Leather Seats

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Miami, FL

A pair of French 1970s chairs by Raphael Raffel. Clear acrylic in bronze color with light gray leather seats and backs. 2 pairs available.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Club Chairs

Materials

Acrylic

Fauteuil vintage Raphaël Raffel en cuir et acier des années 70
Fauteuil vintage Raphaël Raffel en cuir et acier des années 70

Fauteuil vintage Raphaël Raffel en cuir et acier des années 70

By Raphael Raffel

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Fauteuil lounge vintage des années 70, de Raphaël Raffel, dossier, assise et accoudoirs en cuir fauve, structure et piétement Y en acier, joli design, non pivotant, très bon état gén...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Raphaël Raffel French Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Leatherette Club Chair 1960s
Raphaël Raffel French Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Leatherette Club Chair 1960s

Raphaël Raffel French Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Leatherette Club Chair 1960s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ivory fiberglass resin club chairs designed by Raphael Raffel (known as Raphaël), France, 1970s in tulip style. A rounded seat, original leatherette upholstery, 3 in canary yellow an...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Fiberglass

Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s
Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s

Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning leather sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore, Paris.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honoré Paris, 1970s
Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honoré Paris, 1970s

Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honoré Paris, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Incredible and rare croissant sofa in original light brown leather by Raphaël Raffel for Maison Honoré Paris, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Leather

Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s
Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s

Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Incredible and rare croissant sofa in original cognac leather by Raphaël Raffel for Maison Honoré Paris, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Leather

Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's
Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's

Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Mid century, Raphael Raffel designed, 1970's, beautiful cognac leather Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Croissant Sofa in Cognac Leather by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s
Croissant Sofa in Cognac Leather by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s

Croissant Sofa in Cognac Leather by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Incredible and rare croissant sofa in original cognac leather by Raphaël Raffel for Maison Honoré Paris, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Leather

Raphael Raffel Armchair from the 70s for Herman Miller
Raphael Raffel Armchair from the 70s for Herman Miller

Raphael Raffel Armchair from the 70s for Herman Miller

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H 26.78 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in

Raphael Raffel Armchair from the 70s for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Raphael Raffel

Located in bari, IT

Plastic club chair designed by Raphael Raffel produced in France in the 70s in tulip style with rounded seat, covered with black leather.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Raphael Raffel Croissant sofa for Maison Honoré, Paris 1970s
Raphael Raffel Croissant sofa for Maison Honoré, Paris 1970s

Raphael Raffel Croissant sofa for Maison Honoré, Paris 1970s

By Maison Honoré, Raphael Raffel

Located in London, GB

Raphaël Raffel (1912-2000) studied at the École des Beaux Arts and became a renown interior designer from the 1940s to the end of the twentieth century.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Sofas

Materials

Leather

Raphael Rafael French Modern Smojed Lucite Club Tub Chair, Beige, Leather, 1960s
Raphael Rafael French Modern Smojed Lucite Club Tub Chair, Beige, Leather, 1960s

Raphael Rafael French Modern Smojed Lucite Club Tub Chair, Beige, Leather, 1960s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

W: 28.0 inch D: 26.0 inch H: 25.6 inch Raphaël Raffel, best known as Raphaël, was born in Paris in 1912.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Lucite

Raphael Rafael French Modern Smokey Lucite Club Tub Chair, Red, Leather, 1960s
Raphael Rafael French Modern Smokey Lucite Club Tub Chair, Red, Leather, 1960s

Raphael Rafael French Modern Smokey Lucite Club Tub Chair, Red, Leather, 1960s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Raphael Rafael French modern Smokey Lucite club tub chair, dark red / burgundy leather / leatherette, 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Lucite

Leather Lounge Sofa in Natural Leather, Italy, 1970
Leather Lounge Sofa in Natural Leather, Italy, 1970

Leather Lounge Sofa in Natural Leather, Italy, 1970

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H 31.5 in W 86.62 in D 39.38 in

Leather Lounge Sofa in Natural Leather, Italy, 1970

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Super shaped lounge sofa / bean bag seat designed and made by unknown designer or manufacturer, Italy 1970. Very nice foam filled sofa for super comfort lounging. Can be used both wa...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Raphael Raffel Club Chair, France, circa 1970
Raphael Raffel Club Chair, France, circa 1970

Raphael Raffel Club Chair, France, circa 1970

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H 25.6 in W 27.96 in D 25.99 in

Raphael Raffel Club Chair, France, circa 1970

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Rare Raphaël Raffel club chair with tan leatherette cushions, France, 1970s. Design: Raphaël Raffel Date of manufacture: circa 1970 Model: Club lounge chair Material: Plexiglass ...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Plastic

Vintage Club Chair by Raphaël Raffel, 1970s
Vintage Club Chair by Raphaël Raffel, 1970s

Vintage Club Chair by Raphaël Raffel, 1970s

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H 23.63 in W 28.35 in D 27.56 in

Vintage Club Chair by Raphaël Raffel, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Seventies smoked plexiglass club chair designed by Raphaël Raffel. The chair has the original leather cushions in good original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Space Age Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plexiglass

French Leather Executive Chair Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s
French Leather Executive Chair Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

French Leather Executive Chair Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Paris, FR

A French executive chair attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, dating to the 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Raphaël Raffel French Mid-Century Modern Club Chair, 1960s
Raphaël Raffel French Mid-Century Modern Club Chair, 1960s

Raphaël Raffel French Mid-Century Modern Club Chair, 1960s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ivory fiberglass resin club chair designed by Raphael Raffel (known as Raphaël), France, 1970s in tulip style. A rounded seat, original leatherette upholstery. This listing is for on...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Fiberglass

Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Mini Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's
Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Mini Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's

Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Mini Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's

By Honoré Paris, Raphael Raffel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Raphael Raffel cognac leather mini Croissant sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Pair of 1960s Space Age Modern Molded Plastic Lounge Chairs by Raphaël Raffel
Pair of 1960s Space Age Modern Molded Plastic Lounge Chairs by Raphaël Raffel

Pair of 1960s Space Age Modern Molded Plastic Lounge Chairs by Raphaël Raffel

By Herman Miller, Eero Aarnio, Raphael Raffel

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of 1960s Space Age Modern molded plastic lounge chairs by mid-century modern french designer Raphaël Raffel for Herman Miller. Raphaél became inspired later in his design career...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Plastic, Faux Leather

Raphael Raffel Pair of Stamped Chairs, 1955-1965
Raphael Raffel Pair of Stamped Chairs, 1955-1965

Raphael Raffel Pair of Stamped Chairs, 1955-1965

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H 31.25 in W 23.25 in D 22.5 in

Raphael Raffel Pair of Stamped Chairs, 1955-1965

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Encino, CA

Raphaël (1912-2000). Beautiful and rare pair of chairs in black lacquer terminated with gilt bronze sockets. Seats and backs upholstered in double stitch burgundy leather. Signed "R...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Buffalo Hide Leather Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore of Paris, 1978
Buffalo Hide Leather Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore of Paris, 1978

Buffalo Hide Leather Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore of Paris, 1978

By Honoré Paris, Raphael Raffel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique vibrant red buffalo leather sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, France, 1978.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Raphael Dining Chairs
Raphael Dining Chairs

Raphael Dining Chairs

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H 34 in W 22.5 in D 17 in

Raphael Dining Chairs

By Raphael Furniture

Located in Newburgh, NY

Beautifully executed dining chairs by Raphael Raffel. Topstitched leather seat and back.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut, Rosewood

‘’Lucite Pod’’ Lounge Chair by Raphael Raffel, France 1970s
‘’Lucite Pod’’ Lounge Chair by Raphael Raffel, France 1970s

‘’Lucite Pod’’ Lounge Chair by Raphael Raffel, France 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in L'Escala, ES

"Lucite Pod’’ Space Age lounge chair designed by Raphael Raffel. Base structure in two smoked see-through plastic pieces and havana leatherette cushions. France, 1970’s.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Acrylic

Space Age Chair
Space Age Chair

Space Age Chair

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H 25.5 in W 28.5 in D 27 in

Space Age Chair

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage smoked plastic tulip-style base with original synthetic leather cushion and backrest.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Plastic

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Gianfranco Frattini “Sesann” Sofa for Cassina, Cognac Leather, 1969

Gianfranco Frattini “Sesann” Sofa for Cassina, Cognac Leather, 1969

By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Gianfranco Frattini “Sesann” Sofa for Cassina, cognac leather, Italy, 1969 Designed in 1969 by Gianfranco Frattini, the Sesann collection marked a turning point in upholstered furni...

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1970s Marius & Marius Leather Sofa and Pouf Set by Mario Marenco for Arflex
1970s Marius & Marius Leather Sofa and Pouf Set by Mario Marenco for Arflex

1970s Marius & Marius Leather Sofa and Pouf Set by Mario Marenco for Arflex

$4,960Sale Price / set|49% Off

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Located in Manzano, IT

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De Sede DS46 Cognac Buffalo Leather Sectional Sofa, Switzerland - 1976

$5,477Sale Price / set|20% Off

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By De Sede

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

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Three Seater Sofa "Sesann" by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy 1969

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By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Roma, IT

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Michel Ducaroy Togo 3-Seater Sofa for Ligne Roset in Cognac Leather, France

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam and leather. The collection features an ergonomic design with polye...

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By De Sede

Located in Almelo, NL

De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s Presenting a De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, crafted in the 1970s. This sofa is a sturdy and comfortable ...

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'Togo' 3 seater sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

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By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

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TOGO Sofa by Michel Ducaroy – A Design Icon Since 1973 Designed by Michel Ducaroy (1925–2009), the iconic TOGO sofa is the very definition of relaxed comfort. Its distinctive, low-s...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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With its sleek lines and contemporary aesthetic, this sofa embodies modern elegance and timeless sophistication. Crafted with utmost precision and attention to detail, the Le Bambole...

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Fantastic pair of Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs curved kidney shaped sofas. Sofas retain their original upholstery in not bad condition but we would recommend they get new upho...

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The extremely rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the gorgeous design and curves on this beauty! Just stu...

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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Settees

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of raphael raffel leather on 1stDibs. A piece of raphael raffel leather — often made from animal skin, leather and plastic — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of raphael raffel leather — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of raphael raffel leather bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of raphael raffel leather that is appealing in its simplicity, but Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris and Herman Miller produced versions that are worth a look.

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Raphael Raffel for sale on 1stDibs

Best known in the world of design as simply Raphaël, Raphaël Raffel was one of the most influential French mid-century modern designers and decorators. His style inspirations ranged from 18th-century Parisian design to 1960s American and Italian Space Age chic.

Born in 1912 in Paris, Raffel studied design at the École des Beaux-Arts. In 1934, he began an interior decorating business, counting legendary French-American dancer Josephine Baker among his first clients.

During the 1930s and throughout the 1940s, Raffel was regarded as one of France’s illustrious “ensembliers-décorateurs,” designers who not only created furniture but focused on every element of interior space, from wall decorations to lighting.

By the 1950s, Raffel’s decorating and design talents had gained the attention of the French public service. Several commissions were awarded to Raffel to decorate embassies, university residences, post offices, the National Assembly and the ground floor and a wing of the Hôtel de Ville de Paris. Additionally, in 1952, Raffel worked with French designer, sculptor and architect André Arbus to decorate a section of the luxury ocean liner Bretagne. That same year, Raffel’s work was shown with designs by French ceramist Georges Jouve at the Salon des Arts Ménagers. In 1958, Raffel exhibited at the Brussels World’s Fair.

During the 1960s and 1970s, Raffel was inspired by the era’s popular Space Age style, evident in his plush, croissant-shaped sofas and pod-shaped lounge chairs, club chairs and armchairs, which he designed for furniture makers such as Maison Honoré and Herman Miller. Raffel also combined lacquer, glasswork, distinct colors and gilt bronze in his elegant, French neoclassical coffee and cocktail tables, side tables and desks.

Towards the end of the 1970s, Raffel’s business began to wane, finally closing in 1983. Raffel continued to work on design and decorating commissions until he died in 2000.

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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.

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