With enduring designs like the immensely plush, Pop art–inspired Togo lounge chair and sofa, Ligne Roset has become synonymous with radical luxury furniture. However, when Antoine Roset (1841–93) started the company in 1860 in the small French town of Oussiat, its focus was on wooden umbrella handles.
In 1892, Ligne Roset’s founder 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. In 1975, the company introduced its Cinna brand, known to collectors for the Sandra sofa designed by Annie Hiéronimus and other alluring seating.
Ligne Roset 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.
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Ligne Roset Ilot Low Stool
By Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the sleek and modern Ilot Low Stool by Ligne Roset, now available at Rehaus. Crafted with the finest materials and expert craftsmanship, this low stool is the perfect add...
Metal
Vintage Boho Equipale Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace rustic elegance with this Vintage Boho Equipale Low Stool, a striking piece that showcases the timeless craftsmanship of traditional Mexican design. Crafted from intricately ...
Leather, Rattan
Ligne Roset Rattan Longue Chair
By Ligne Roset
Located in Čelinac, BA
Ligne Roset Rattan Longue Chair 1980s
Fabric, Rattan
Low Brown Milk Stools
Located in Geneve, CH
Brown milk stools by Bicci de' Medici Studio Dimensions: diameter 30 cm x height 30 cm Materials: Natural wood. Pigment. Technique: Carved wood. Handmade. Oiled. varnished. De...
Wood
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 45,7 cm. Materials: Upholstery and powder-coated steel. Fabric price not included. Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polished chrome, burnt copper, or powder coat finish with upholstered top. Upholstery may be sourced in Customer Own Material (COM), Customer Own Leather (COL), or in Phase Design's suggested fabrics and leathers. Prices may vary. Please contact us. The Bride's Veil Stool family...
Steel
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Elephant Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite vintage elephant stool is a quintessential example of Hollywood Regency glamour meeting Chinoiserie flair. Expertly crafted from substantial ceramic and finished in a ...
Ceramic
Elm Low Stool, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Simple low elm stool or table with large curved legs
Elm
A brutalist low stool
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A low oak stool with an African style
Oak
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This elegant vintage Regency-style ceramic stool features a beautifully glazed white finish with intricate openwork detailing. Its timeless barrel silhouette and sophisticated design...
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Horn Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with the unique allure of this Vintage Boho Horn Low Stool. Crafted from natural horn, this low stool features an organic shape and rich textures that bring an ear...
Horn, Leather, Upholstery
$8,950 / set
H 30 in W 15 in D 15 in
David Rockwell for Knoll Easy Stools – 5 Bar Height & 1 Low Stool
By Knoll, David Rockwell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Complete set of five bar-height stools and one low stool from the Easy Collection, designed by David Rockwell for Knoll International. Featuring a clean, contemporary design, each st...
Steel
Charlotte Perriand Low ‘Berger’ Stool
Located in New York, NY
Charlotte Perriand was a groundbreaking French designer and architect whose work helped shape modernist furniture and interiors in the 20th century. Born in 1903 in Paris, she traine...
Ash
Low Black Stained Milk Stools
Located in Geneve, CH
Low black stained milk stools. Dimensions: diameter 30cm x height 30cm. Materials: natural wood. Pigment. Available in multiple materials and finishes...
Wood
Vintage Leather Ligne Roset Togo Stool
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in London, GB
A stylish and iconic vintage leather Ligne Roset Togo stool. This was designed by Michael Ducaroy, it was made in France and dates from around the 197...
Leather
Ligne Roset Black Metal & Leather Bar Stools, Set of 4
By Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Ligne Roset, these sleek bar stools are constructed with a black tubular metal frame and feature minimalist black leather sling seats. The backrests are slightly curve...
Leather