Beige Leather Togo Set, 3-Seat & Ottoman 1970s by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Gaetano Pesce, Ligne Roset
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 Organic Modern design.
Leather, Foam
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.
Fabric
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.
Fabric
5 Piece Black Leather Togo Set by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Togo is one of the most recognized seating designs of the 20th century — created by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 and still in production today.
Leather, Fabric
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, Set of Two
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
The pieces feature the instantly recognisable pleated design, which create the iconic relaxed aesthetic of the togo. This set has been newly reupholstered in a soft brown leather tha...
Leather
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, Set of Three
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.
Leather
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Camel Brown Leather Togo, Set of Two
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Rochester, England
The pieces feature the instantly recognisable pleated fabric design, which create the iconic relaxed aesthetic of the togo. This set has been newly reupholstered in a soft brown leat...
Leather
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.
Leather
Michel Ducaroy 'Togo' Sectional Sofa Set in Oxblood Red Leather for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Tilburg, NL
Michel Ducaroy 'Togo' Set in Oxblood Red Leather for Ligne Roset, France, Early 21st Century.
Leather
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Black Leather Togo Sofa and pouf, Set of 2
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Classic French Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset.
Leather
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Camel Leather Togo Sofas, Set of 5
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Classic French Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset.
Leather
Togo Sofa 3 seater in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Classic French Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset.
Textile
Black Leather Corner Togo Seat by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Full Togo set along with individual Togo pieces available in Separate Listings.
Leather
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Living Room Set for Ligne Roset, Leather, 1973, Set of 2
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” living room set for Ligne Roset, black leather, 1973, France, set of two.
Leather, Foam
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Living Room Set for Ligne Roset, Leather, 1973, Set of 2
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” living room set for Ligne Roset, burgundy leather, 1973, France, set of two.
Leather, Foam
Black Leather 2 Seater Togo Sofa by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to be sat in rather than sat on, the piece favors comfort and sculptural presence over formality — equally at home as an anchor in a lounge seating group, a reading nook cha...
Leather, Fabric
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Yellow Armchair and Footstool, Set of Two
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
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.
Fabric
7-Seat 5-Piece Togo Sofa Set in Black Leather by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France
By Mario Bellini, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
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.
Velvet, Foam
Michel Ducaroy Togo Modular Sofa Set by Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
French Designer Modular Lounge Seating An iconic composition of modern seating design, this Togo modular sofa set designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset includes two separate el...
Suede
Set Mod. Togo Designed By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Madrid, ES
Set mod. Togo designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
Leather
$12,500Sale Price|30% Off
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Togo Red Leather Sectional Sofa Set
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning red leather Togo sectional by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
Leather
Ligne Roset Blue Modular Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy, 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.
Fabric
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Yellow 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.
Fabric
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Grey 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.
Fabric
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Togo Four-Piece Modular Sofa Set in Gold Velvet
Located in Nottingham, GB
Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, the Togo is one of the most iconic seating designs of the 20th century.
Wool
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Black Leather Togo Modular Sofas, Set of Three
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.
Leather
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Black Leather Togo Modular Sofas, 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.
Leather, Foam
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.
Fabric
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, Black, 1973, Set of 4
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” modular sofa for Ligne Roset, black leather and foam, France, 1973, set of four.
Leather, Foam
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, Burgundy, 1973, Set of 4
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” modular sofa for Ligne Roset, burgundy leather and foam, France, 1973, set of four.
Leather, Foam
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Orange Armchair and Footstool, 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.
Fabric
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Togo Brown Leather Modular Sofa, 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.
Leather
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Yellow Sofa and Footstool, 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.
Fabric
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.
Fabric
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Camel Brown Leather Togo Sofas, 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.
Leather, Foam
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.
Fabric
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Blue Modular Sofa and Footstool, 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.
Fabric
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, Sand Beige, 1973, Set of 4
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” modular sofa for Ligne Roset, sand beige leather and foam, France, 1973, set of four.
Leather, Foam
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy White Bouclé Togo Sofa and Footstool, 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.
Fabric, Bouclé
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.
Fabric
$5,280Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 6 Stackable Outdoor Indoor Woven Chairs
Located in Paddington, NSW
Crafted with striking simplicity and timeless appeal, these woven chairs are handwoven in Africa using durable nylon cord over a hand-beaten, reclaimed rebar steel frame. Each piece ...
Steel
Michel Ducaroy Purple Cotton Togo Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, 1974, Set of 2
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Vicenza, IT
The set is composed of 2 modules. Purple cotton upholstery.
Cotton, Foam
Ligne Roset Togo Grey Modular Sofa and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy, 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.
Fabric
Handwoven set of 6 stackable chairs at Studio ALM
Located in Paddington, NSW
Crafted with striking simplicity and timeless appeal, these woven chairs are handwoven in Africa using durable nylon cord over a hand-beaten, reclaimed rebar steel frame. Each piece ...
Steel
Handwoven set of 6 stackable chairs at Studio ALM
Located in Paddington, NSW
Crafted with striking simplicity and timeless appeal, these woven chairs are handwoven in Africa using durable nylon cord over a hand-beaten, reclaimed rebar steel frame. Each piece ...
Steel
Handwoven set of 6 stackable chairs at Studio ALM
Located in Paddington, NSW
Crafted with striking simplicity and timeless appeal, these woven chairs are handwoven in Africa using durable nylon cord over a hand-beaten, reclaimed rebar steel frame. Each piece ...
Steel
Handwoven set of 6 stackable chairs at Studio ALM
Located in Paddington, NSW
Crafted with striking simplicity and timeless appeal, these woven chairs are handwoven in Africa using durable nylon cord over a hand-beaten, reclaimed rebar steel frame. Each piece ...
Steel
$17,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Outdoor Indoor Set of 20 Stackable Woven Chair at Studio ALM
Located in Paddington, NSW
Crafted with striking simplicity and timeless appeal, these woven chairs are handwoven in Africa using durable nylon cord over a hand-beaten, reclaimed rebar steel frame. Each piece ...
Steel
$3,200 / set
Set of Five Iron Phallus Fertility Figures
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful set of five early 20th century iron phallus figures from Togo.
Iron
Ligne Roset Black Leather Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
The pieces feature the instantly recognisable pleated design, which create the iconic relaxed aesthetic of the togo. This set has been newly reupholstered in a soft black leather tha...
Leather
Ligne Roset Model 'Togo' in Original Leather Off White Signed, France 1980s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
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.
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1970’s Arconas Togo Set
By Ligne Roset
Located in Toronto, CA
Vibrant vintage velvet Togo set. Original sunset orange upholstery. One of the harder colours to come by.
Velvet
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 51.58 in D 40.16 in
Togo Set in Brown Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in lyon, FR
Togo set in brown leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. circa 2000.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 39.38 in
Ligne Roset Togo Set: 1-Seater Armchair and Pouf in Black Leather Iconic Design
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Alsdorf, NW
This stunning Ligne Roset Togo set, featuring a 1-seater armchair and matching pouf, embodies the iconic design by Michel Ducaroy, first introduced in 1973.
Leather, Foam
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 68.51 in D 40.16 in
Three-Piece Togo Set, Design by Michel Ducaroy, Manufactured by Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Berlin, DE
This Togo living room set was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 and was manufactured by Ligne Roset in France.
Velvet
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 51.58 in D 40.16 in
Three Piece Togo Set by Michel Ducaroy Manufactured by Ligne Roset in France
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Berlin, DE
This Togo living room set was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1974 and was manufactured by Ligne Roset in France.
Velvet
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 68.51 in D 40.16 in
Full set Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset 1973
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in PARIS, FR
This sofa was designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 70’s. He devoted 26 years of his life to the head of Ligne Roset’s design department. It was in 1973 that he designed ...
Velvet, Foam
Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 2 seter
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Porto, Porto
The Togo sofa was presented for the first time at Furnishing Expo in Paris in 1973, Designed by Michel Ducaroy who was inspired by a toothpaste tube. Produced by Ligne Roset. This t...
Fabric, Foam
Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 5
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Porto, Porto
Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. 5 pieces set Togo was designed in 1973.
Fabric, Foam
Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 5
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Porto, Porto
Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. 5 pieces set Togo was designed in 1973.
Fabric, Foam
Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 5
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Porto, Porto
Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. 5 pieces set Togo was designed in 1973.
Fabric, Foam
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 2 pieces set
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Porto, Porto
Togo was designed in 1973. 2 pieces set: one seater and pouf.
Leather, Foam
Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 5
By André Ducaroy
Located in Porto, Porto
Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. 5 pieces set Togo was designed in 1973.
Leather, Foam
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 109.06 in D 73.63 in
Ligne Roset 'Togo' Michel Ducaroy Sectional Sofa Signed Set of 3
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Vienna, AT
Ligne Roset 'Togo' Michel Ducaroy sectional sofa set of 3 in very patinated original lilac caviar leather.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 51.58 in D 40.16 in
Togo Two-Piece Set, Design by Michel Ducaroy, Dubai Green Leather
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Berlin, DE
This Togo living room set was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 and was manufactured by Ligne Roset in France.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 51.58 in D 40.16 in
Togo Sofa velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 2
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Porto, Porto
Togo was designed in 1973. This set is made of 2 modules: 2 seater and ottoman the dimension of ottoman W87, D80, H34 The upholstery is new - green olive velvet, It is possible to ...
Velvet, Foam
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 402.37 in
Set of Two Togo "Chauffeuse" Models by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in lyon, FR
Set of two brown leather Togo "chauffeuse" models by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 91.74 in D 108.67 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Sofa Set in natural COGNAC Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
If you are looking for more than one original vintage TOGO module, or a special combination set, our experts can find them in France, as good as new, tested and ready to be re-uphols...
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 104.34 in D 40.16 in
Camel leather Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 5 pieces
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Porto, Porto
Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. 5 pieces set Togo was designed in 1973.
Leather, Foam
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 68.51 in D 40.16 in
Green Velvet Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 5
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Berlin, DE
This Togo living room set was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 and was manufactured by Ligne Roset in France.
Velvet
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 68.51 in D 40.16 in
Kentucky Leather Togo Living Room Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Berlin, DE
This Togo living room set was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 and was manufactured by Ligne Roset in France.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 68.51 in D 40.16 in
Light Grey Leather Togo Living Room Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Berlin, DE
This Togo living room set was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 and was manufactured by Ligne Roset in France.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 67.72 in D 40.16 in
Black Leather Togo Living Room Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Berlin, DE
This Togo living room set was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1974 and was manufactured by Ligne Roset in France.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 68.51 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Large Set in Black Full Grain Leather DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
If you are looking for more than one original vintage TOGO module, or a special combination set, our experts can find them in France, as good as new, tested and ready to be re-uphols...
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 91.74 in D 108.67 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Set in durable Chartreuse Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
If you are looking for more than one original vintage TOGO module, or a special combination set, our experts can find them in France, as good as new, tested and ready to be re-uphols...
Fabric
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 148.82 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Large set in natural COGNAC Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
If you are looking for more than one original vintage TOGO module, or a special combination set, our experts can find them in France, as good as new, tested and ready to be re-uphols...
Leather, Foam
Sold
H 27.56 in W 106.3 in D 98.43 in
Vintage togo set by Michel Ducaroy reupholstered with Pierre Frey textile
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
This vintage togo set (2 seater, 3 seater and corner) was reupholstered in a high quality Pierre Frey Fabric.
Textile, Foam
White Leather Togo Set by Ligne Roset, 1990s France
By Ligne Roset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset.
Leather, Foam
Vintage Orange Microsuede Togo Set by Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset.
Fabric
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.
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.