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Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy White Bouclé Togo Sofa and Footstool, Set of Five
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy White Bouclé Togo Sofa and Footstool, Set of Five

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy White Bouclé Togo Sofa and Footstool, Set of Five

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.


Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Modular Sofa and Footstool, Set of Five
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Modular Sofa and Footstool, Set of Five

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Modular Sofa and Footstool, Set of Five

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.


Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Ligne Roset Togo Grey Modular Sofa and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy, Set of Five
Ligne Roset Togo Grey Modular Sofa and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy, Set of Five

Ligne Roset Togo Grey Modular Sofa and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy, Set of Five

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic.


Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Ligne Roset Togo 3-seater in cognac leather
Ligne Roset Togo 3-seater in cognac leather

Ligne Roset Togo 3-seater in cognac leather

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in RIDDERKERK, NL

The Togo by Ligne Roset , designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973, is an iconic design known for its unparalleled comfort and distinctive styling. This set consists of an armchair and mat...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset Two Seater Blue Togo by Michel Ducaroy
Ligne Roset Two Seater Blue Togo by Michel Ducaroy

Ligne Roset Two Seater Blue Togo by Michel Ducaroy

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

Please note, some of our Togo sofas are not available for immediate dispatch.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1st Edition Leather, Addiform 8x Unit Modular Sofa
1st Edition Leather, Addiform 8x Unit Modular Sofa

1st Edition Leather, Addiform 8x Unit Modular Sofa

By Rolf Benz

Located in Nashville, TN

It is likely this sofa influenced the design of the Togo sofa created by Ligne Roset in 1973.       

Category

Vintage 1960s German Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Newly Upholstered Ligne Roset 3-Seater TOGO by Michel Ducaroy
Newly Upholstered Ligne Roset 3-Seater TOGO by Michel Ducaroy

Newly Upholstered Ligne Roset 3-Seater TOGO by Michel Ducaroy

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Toronto, CA

A vintage standout with unmistakable charm, this three-seater Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset brings a softer, more romantic twist to the iconic form.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

White Leather Corner Togo Seat by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
White Leather Corner Togo Seat by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

White Leather Corner Togo Seat by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

By Ligne Roset

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic togo sofa is now a design classic. This seat comes in its original white leather.

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset Newly Upholstered 2-Seater Blue Floral TOGO by Michel Ducaroy
Ligne Roset Newly Upholstered 2-Seater Blue Floral TOGO by Michel Ducaroy

Ligne Roset Newly Upholstered 2-Seater Blue Floral TOGO by Michel Ducaroy

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Toronto, CA

This two-seater Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset pairs the sofa’s signature slouchy comfort with a striking and unexpected romantic blue floral fabric.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Set Mod. Togo Designed By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset
Set Mod. Togo Designed By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset

Set Mod. Togo Designed By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Madrid, ES

Some of his most successful Ligne Roset designs include the Adria, Kashima, Koufra, Safi, and Kali collections. The togo sofa put Ducaroy and Ligne Roset on the international design...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Black Leather Togo Corner Seat, France, 1989
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Black Leather Togo Corner Seat, France, 1989

Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Black Leather Togo Corner Seat, France, 1989

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in MONTPELLIER, FR

An iconic Togo corner seat designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, upholstered in original black leather. Manufactured in France in 1989. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for ...

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Ligne Roset Model 'Togo' in Original Leather Off White Signed, France 1980s
Ligne Roset Model 'Togo' in Original Leather Off White Signed, France 1980s

Ligne Roset Model 'Togo' in Original Leather Off White Signed, France 1980s

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Wien, AT

An exceptional and highly sought-after Togo sofa set, upholstered in a rare original off-white leather that has developed a beautiful natural patina over time.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Original Togo Medium Settee in beige leather 2007 - Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset
Original Togo Medium Settee in beige leather 2007 - Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset

Original Togo Medium Settee in beige leather 2007 - Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset

By Ligne Roset

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset – Togo Medium Settee, 2007 Stunning Leather Sofa with Armrests in Iconic Quilted Form Designed in 1973 by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, the Togo is ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Michel Ducaroy Togo Loveseat in Blue Leather for Ligne Roset, France, 1980s
Michel Ducaroy Togo Loveseat in Blue Leather for Ligne Roset, France, 1980s

Michel Ducaroy Togo Loveseat in Blue Leather for Ligne Roset, France, 1980s

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Iconic Togo Loveseat designed by Michel Ducaroy for the manufacturer Ligne Roset. Executed in a deep blue leather, this two-seater lounge seat features the pleated craftsmanship and ...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Living Room Set for Ligne Roset, Leather, 1973, Set of 2
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Living Room Set for Ligne Roset, Leather, 1973, Set of 2

Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Living Room Set for Ligne Roset, Leather, 1973, Set of 2

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Three-seater sofa + single chair Iconic and timeless, the Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset represents a revolutionary approach to comfort and form.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Original Togo & poof (2007) in red leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
Original Togo & poof (2007) in red leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.

Original Togo & poof (2007) in red leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

This 2007 Togo sofa boasts a stunning red leather upholstery that would be a stunning addition to any interior design.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Living Room Set for Ligne Roset, Leather, 1973, Set of 2
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Living Room Set for Ligne Roset, Leather, 1973, Set of 2

Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Living Room Set for Ligne Roset, Leather, 1973, Set of 2

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Three-seater sofa + single chair Iconic and timeless, the Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset represents a revolutionary approach to comfort and form.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Black Leather Fireside Togo Seat by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
Black Leather Fireside Togo Seat by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

Black Leather Fireside Togo Seat by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The ultimate icon of modern comfort: an authentic Ligne Roset Togo Fireside Lounge Chair. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973, the Togo remains one of the most recognizable and covete...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Black Leather Fireside Togo and Ottoman by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
Black Leather Fireside Togo and Ottoman by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

Black Leather Fireside Togo and Ottoman by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic Ligne Roset Togo fireside chair and matching ottoman set. Originally designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973, the Togo collection remains the ultimate statement in mid-century mode...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Orange Togo, Set of Three
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Orange Togo, Set of Three

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Orange Togo, Set of Three

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic.



Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Orange Togo, Set of Five
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Orange Togo, Set of Five

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Orange Togo, Set of Five

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic.



Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, Set of Two
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, Set of Two

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, Set of Two

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a design Classic.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, Set of Three
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, Set of Three

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, 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.



Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Camel Brown Leather Togo, Set of Two
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Camel Brown Leather Togo, Set of Two

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Camel Brown Leather Togo, Set of Two

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a design Classic.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Camel Brown Leather Togo, Set of Three
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Camel Brown Leather Togo, Set of Three

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Camel Brown Leather Togo, 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.


Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset Pink Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy, Set of Two
Ligne Roset Pink Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy, Set of Two

Ligne Roset Pink Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy, Set of Two

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Blue Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of Two
Blue Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of Two

Blue Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of Two

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Togo 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Togo 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

Togo 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

By Arconas, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, manufactured by Airborne/Arconas Canada, 80's Arconas was the licensed North American manufacturer of Ligne Roset for a very brief pe...

Category

Vintage 1980s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

Leather Togo 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Leather Togo 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

Leather Togo 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful authentic midnight black leather Togo Settee designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset from the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Leather

Space Age Vintage Modular Lavender Leather Togo Sofa Michel Ducaroy 1970s
Space Age Vintage Modular Lavender Leather Togo Sofa Michel Ducaroy 1970s

Space Age Vintage Modular Lavender Leather Togo Sofa Michel Ducaroy 1970s

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage authentic corner sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in fabulous lavender pastel color from leather 1970s France. An iconic modular freestanding corner sofa chai...

Category

Late 20th Century French Space Age Corner Chairs

Materials

Leather

Two Seat Togo Sofa, black Leather by Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, France
Two Seat Togo Sofa, black Leather by Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, France

Two Seat Togo Sofa, black Leather by Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, France

Located in Berlin, DE

Two seater Togo sofa, black leather by Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, France, Originally designed in the 1970s, the iconic Togo sofa is now a design classic.

Category

20th Century Settees

Materials

Leather

Michel Ducaroy Purple Cotton Togo Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, 1974, Set of 2
Michel Ducaroy Purple Cotton Togo Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, 1974, Set of 2

Michel Ducaroy Purple Cotton Togo Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, 1974, Set of 2

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Vicenza, IT

Togo modular sofa, designed by Michel Ducaroy and manufactured by Ligne Roset in 1974.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Daybeds

Materials

Cotton, Foam

7-Seat 5-Piece Togo Sofa Set in Black Leather by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France
7-Seat 5-Piece Togo Sofa Set in Black Leather by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France

7-Seat 5-Piece Togo Sofa Set in Black Leather by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France

By Mario Bellini, Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Created by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset, the Togo is one of the most versatile icons of Mid-Century Modern and Organic Modern design. Extremely lightweight, it is designed ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Ligne Roset Black Leather Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy
Ligne Roset Black Leather Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy

Ligne Roset Black Leather Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a design classic.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Togo Loveseat Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset with Armrest in Suede
Togo Loveseat Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset with Armrest in Suede

Togo Loveseat Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset with Armrest in Suede

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful light grey cream elegant rare Togo sofa very clean condition in suade, gorgeous elegant clean condition .

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Loveseats

Materials

Suede

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Orange Armchair and Footstool, Set of Two
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Orange Armchair and Footstool, Set of Two

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Orange Armchair and Footstool, Set of Two

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Yellow Armchair and Footstool, Set of Two
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Yellow Armchair and Footstool, Set of Two

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Yellow Armchair and Footstool, Set of Two

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The iconic Togo sofa set, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a Mid Century Design Classic.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

'Marsala' Lounge Chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France c 1971, Signed
'Marsala' Lounge Chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France c 1971, Signed

'Marsala' Lounge Chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France c 1971, Signed

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ducaroy, best known for his iconic Togo sofa, explored similar ideas of low, casual seating with the Marsala line, though examples such as these are far less common today.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Acrylic

Michel Ducaroy Sna Roset Armchair France 1950
Michel Ducaroy Sna Roset Armchair France 1950

Michel Ducaroy Sna Roset Armchair France 1950

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Michel Ducaroy, of course enormously famous by his Togo sofa designed for his own company Ligne Roset, was the director of SNA Roset before he started Ligne Roset.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

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Togo Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of togo sofas is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct togo sofas — often made from fabric, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of togo sofas available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Togo sofas are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern and modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some togo sofas are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller togo sofas, measuring 1 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset and Cinna (Ligne Roset) each produced beautiful togo sofas that are worth considering.

How Much are Togo Sofas?

Prices for togo sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, togo sofas begin at $897 and can go as high as $53,593, while the average can fetch as much as $5,795.

Michel Ducaroy for sale on 1stDibs

The Togo sofa isn’t the only piece of furniture Michel Ducaroy designed, but it is certainly the one that he will be long remembered for. The cozy, crumpled pillow-like sofa seems never to go out of style, and its features encapsulate Ducaroy’s design philosophy of combining ergonomics and comfort with high-tech synthetic materials like foam, quilting and thermoformed plastics.

Ducaroy was born into a family of French furniture manufacturers who specialized in residential interiors as well as fittings for ocean liners. However, he elected to study sculpture at the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Lyon, and this foundation would greatly influence his work and the way he thought about shape and form. Ducaroy worked at the family business and later founded his design studio in 1952.

In 1954, Ducaroy began working with Ligne Roset, the French family-run manufacturing giant known across the world for creating high-end seating. There, he was able to propel the research and development of their designs, and his work quickly became integral to the company’s identity.

Ducaroy’s innovations with thermoformed plastics and biomorphic forms can be seen in early designs for Ligne Roset in the ’60s and ’70s, like the cozy, modular Adria chair and low-sitting Kashima sofa. He designed the Togo furniture line in 1973 using an innovative all-foam seating structure that was covered with polyester; decades later the Togo sofa remains a Ligne Roset best seller.

The low rise and unique curve of any Ducaroy sofa make it instantly recognizable, and the distinctly Pop art–inspired, organic forms that the celebrated designer created from synthetic materials like polyester and foam made a powerful statement at their inception, as they continue to do now.

Find a collection of new and vintage Michel Ducaroy sofas, lounge chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Seating for You

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.