A de Sede piece lends a strong personality to the room it occupies. One of the world’s most respected furniture design houses, de Sede’s quality Swiss craftsmanship has its foundation in a long history of making expertly designed saddles. Founded in 1965 to build on a successful family-run saddler’s workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede now is a leading manufacturer of leather goods and furniture, including sofas, chairs and beds.
At the core of de Sede’s philosophy is a reverence for the complexity and beauty of handcrafted furniture in an age when mass-produced objects are the norm. Over the years, the atelier has built a name for itself in its modular furniture pieces, which are made using the highest quality leather upholstery. The sleek, elegant pieces incorporate functionality with beauty. Amongst their best-selling designs is the DS-600 introduced in 1972. Also known as the Non Stop sofa, it is a sensually curved, snaking modular sofa whose individual pieces can be zipped together to create multiple variations and arcs.
De Sede has collaborated with some of the world's finest design minds, enhancing the prestige and individuality of their products. Designers like Santiago Calatrava, Antonella Scarpitta, Stephan Hürlemann, Gordon Guillaumier and Philippe Malouin have all created pieces with the atelier. Ubald Klug’s 1974 DS-1025, also known as the Terrazza sofa, is an enduring favorite with its cascading levels of leather. In 2017, de Sede expanded its product line to include high-quality leather handbags, which are as thoughtfully designed and beautifully crafted as its furniture. De Sede AG is now part of the Volare Group AG and continues to handcraft its fine furniture and other goods from its factory in Klingnau.
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Rare Natural Leather Brutalist Rocking Chair from de Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Izegem, VWV
This rare rocking chair was only produced for a short time in the 1970s by de Sede. It comes in natural leather with a beautiful patina. Even the rockers are covered in leather and ...
Leather
De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
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 ...
Leather, Beech
De Sede DS 63 Lounge Chair in Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 lounge chair in leather, Switzerland 1970s Robust DS-63 lounge chair. This De Sede lounge chair ensures ultimate comfort and building qu...
Leather
De Sede Brown Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Renowned globally for their uncompromising luxury, artisanal craftsmanship, and world-class leatherwork, Swiss manufacturer De Sede created some of the most sought-after furniture of...
Leather
De Sede Green Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in Switzerland by De Sede—the undisputed masters of luxury leatherwork—this round patchwork pouf is a masterclass in texture and form. This particular piece swaps out the com...
Leather
De Sede Gray Patchwork Leather Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible grey leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful light patina. Color would work in any space. Good vintage condition with...
Leather
De Sede DS-16 Brown Leather Lounge Chair, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Rødding, DK
This lounge chair is the DS-16 model, produced by De Sede in Switzerland. The chair is upholstered throughout in thick brown leather, with a boxy, architectural frame typical of De ...
Leather, Wood
$3,510
H 37.8 in W 33.47 in D 26.78 in
De Sede Terracotta Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Rødding, DK
Elegant vintage lounge chair produced by De Sede in Switzerland during the 1970s. This comfortable armchair is upholstered in thick terracotta-colored leather, a signature material ...
Steel
De Sede Brown Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hailing from Switzerland, De Sede is the gold standard for high-end European leather design. This piece avoids the typical "stiff furniture" look, offering a relaxed, low-slung bohem...
Leather
De Sede Pouf in Bufalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede Pouf in Bufalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s This De Sede pouf is made of buffalo leather and was produced in Switzerland in the 1970s. Its sturd...
Leather, Beech
$1,920
H 36.23 in W 22.05 in D 37.41 in
Nonna Rocking Chair by Paul Tuttle for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s
By Paul Tuttle
Located in Almelo, NL
The ''Nonna'' armchair is the modern interpretation of a rocking chair, designed by the designer Paul Tuttle for Swiss company Strässle 1972. Bent tubular steel chromed, in combinat...
Metal
Large Pine Wood Rocking Chair, Germany 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rocking chair, born from the era's penchant for Brutalist design, manages to strike an intriguing balance between the rugged and the refined. The 1970s marked a distinctive peri...
Fabric, Pine
De Sede Brown Patchwork Leather Beanbag, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous honey brown leather patchwork beanbag manufactured by Swiss company De Sede in the 1970s. Wonderful warm coloring and patina to leather. Some very light scuffs give the bag ...
Leather
Rare De Sede Rocking Chair, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Legant and rare thick Buffalo leather rocking chair by De Sede of Switzerland. The leather is everlasting and has a beautiful patina. 2 Cool design features: - Leather handle ...
Leather