With enduring designs like the immensely plush, Pop art–inspired Togo lounge chair and sofa, Ligne Roset has become synonymous with radical luxury furniture. In 1975, the company introduced its Cinna brand, known to collectors for the Sandra sofa designed by Annie Hiéronimus and other alluring seating.
When Antoine Roset (1841–93) started Ligne Roset in 1860 in the small French town of Oussiat, its focus was on wooden umbrella handles. A bit more than thirty years later, Roset expanded with a property in Montagnieu where he set up a wood-processing factory, eventually expanding into manufacturing chairs. After his death, his wife, Marie-Victorine, took over before his son, Emile Roset, began leading the company in the 1910s.
It wasn’t until after World War II that Antoine’s grandson, Jean Roset, would recognize the need for furniture in settings like schools, hospitals and retirement homes and take inspiration from Scandinavian modern design for functional pieces made primarily from affordable beech.
Under Jean, Ligne Roset supplied quite a few European institutions with beautiful wood furnishings. In the 1970s, he shifted the company’s focus again, this time looking to domestic and residential markets. Around this time, Jean’s two sons, Pierre and Michel, joined the company.
Ligne Roset opened its first store in 1973 with one of the most popular collections being designer Michel Ducaroy’s Togo modular sofa and chairs — classics of contemporary French design that look like oversize bent pillows.
After the success of this initial designer collaboration, Ligne Roset brought on more guest designers over the following decades, including Didier Gomez, Pascal Mourgue, Peter Maly, Pierre Paulin, Inga Sempé and Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec. Paulin’s Elysée sofa and Pumpkin chair — designed in 1971 for Elysée Palace — are among the brand’s most popular pieces.
The brand continues to be run by the Roset family who works on revolutionary furniture in partnership with a variety of collaborators. It has operated in Briord since 1973 where it produces its iconically sleek and innovative pieces.
Find vintage Cinna sofas and other Ligne Roset furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Cinna / Ligne Roset Lounge Chair Sandra by Annie Hieronimus Lime Green
By Annie Hiéronimus, Cinna (Ligne Roset)
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Cinna / Ligne Roset model Sandra designed by Annie Hieronimus. This is the Chair Version. The fabric has a stripe design, a truly 1970s design. The colour is stunning lime green and ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
$2,497Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Togo Lounge Chair and pouf by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
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...
Textile, Foam
$13,798 / set
H 27.56 in W 82.68 in D 39.38 in
Sandra Living Room Set in Camel Leather by A. Hieronimus for Cinna Ligne Roset.
By Annie Hiéronimus, Cinna (Ligne Roset)
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
An iconic 1970s design, the Sandra sofa collection was designed by Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna after she joined the Roset Bureau d'Etudes in 1976. Constructed from foam, this armchair...
Leather, Foam
Vintage Yoko Lounge Chair By Ligne Roset From France, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Yoko Lounge Chair By Ligne Roset From France, Circa 1970. Original black leather upholstery with great patina and wear.
Leather
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 32 in D 46 in
Ligne Roset Fireside “Neo” Lounge Rocking Chair and Footrest
By Ligne Roset
Located in Miami, FL
Ligne Roset “Neo” fireside rocking chair and footrest with original canary yellow fabric by Alban-Sebastian Giles . Use with existing fabric or have r...
Fabric, Foam
$3,842
H 27.56 in W 82.68 in D 38.98 in
Original Cinna Sandra Three Seater Sofa In Velvet By Annie Hieronimus, France 19
By Cinna (Ligne Roset), Annie Hiéronimus
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful three seater in the original purple velvet upholstery, by Annie Hieronimus for Cinna, a division of Ligne Roset, France 1970s. This incredibly comfortable, yet lightweight ...
Velvet
$1,501
H 31.5 in W 29.93 in D 34.65 in
French post-modern green armchair Femina Body Annie Hiéronimus Ligne Rose, 1990s
By Annie Hiéronimus, Ligne Roset
Located in MIlano, IT
French post-modern green armchair Femina Body Annie Hiéronimus Ligne Rose, 1990s Set of armchair and pouf mod. Femina Body in green fabric with visible sti...
Fabric, Wood
Sandra Sofa by Annie Hieronimus, Italy 1980s
By Annie Hiéronimus, Ligne Roset
Located in Roma, IT
Sandra Sofa is a design item realized in 1980s for Cinna (Ligne Roset). Designed by Annie Hieronimus in 1976. Rare Leather two seats Sofa Dimensions: h: 70 cm L.: 125 cm Depth: 9...
Leather
$3,002
H 13.78 in W 32.68 in D 25.6 in
Sandra ottoman/pouf in cream leather by Annie Hieronimus for Cinna, 1970s
By Cinna (Ligne Roset), Annie Hiéronimus
Located in amstelveen, NL
A timeless piece of French design, the Sandra Ottoman by Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna combines sculptural form with everyday comfort. Created in the late 1970s, this iconic design is c...
Leather
Ligne Roset Lounge Chair in Orange By Christian Werner 1990's
By Ligne Roset
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Christian Werner For Ligne Roset Easy Lounge Chair Supported By Chromed Feet With Original Labels In Orange Upholstery Made In France French modern furniture...
Chrome
$2,353Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Togo Leather Lounge Chair by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
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...
Leather, Foam
Cinna/Ligne Roset 2seat Sofa by Annie Hieronimus
By Annie Hiéronimus
Located in Brussels, BE
This stunning sofa by Cinna/Ligne Roset, designed by Annie Hiéronimus, the iconic "Sandra" model is reupholstered in a luxurious new fabric that highlights its timeless design. T...
Textile
Set of 4 Green Caribe Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 green Caribe lounge chair by Sebastian Herkner. Materials: galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings are made from recycled plastic. Technique: made from rec...
Steel
Sold
H 26.78 in W 37.8 in D 38.59 in
Cinna / Ligne Roset Lounge Chair Sandra by Annie Hieronimus Lime Green
By Cinna (Ligne Roset), Annie Hiéronimus
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Cinna / Ligne Roset model Sandra designed by Annie Hieronimus. This is the Chair Version. The fabric has a stripe design, a truly 1970s design. The colour is stunning lime green a...
Upholstery, Fabric, Foam