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.
Michel Ducaroy for SNA Roset Pair of Lounge Chairs in Teak and Cane
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Michel Ducaroy for SNA Roset, pair of armchairs, teak, cane, France, 1950s In the 1950s, the French designer Michel Ducaroy designed these elegant lounge chairs as part of his colle...
Cane, Teak
$9,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
'Marsala' Lounge Chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France c 1971, Signed
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exceptional pair of ‘Marsala’ lounge chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, circa 1971, showcasing one of the designer’s most sculptural and innovative seating concepts of the ...
Leather, Acrylic
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
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
Ligne Roset 'Dainthus' lounge chair by Michel Ducaroy 'Liberty of London' fabric
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
The Ligne Roset Dianthus in Rare ‘Liberty of London’ Floral Velour A masterpiece of French design meets British textile heritage. Designed in 1978 by Michel Ducaroy—the visionary beh...
Velvet, Beech
Marsala Lounge Chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of iconic Marsala lounge chairs designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, dating from the 1970s. These sculptural low lounge pieces are a perfect example of Ducaroy’s signatur...
Textile, Plastic, Foam
Stunning vintage Kashima 1979 lounge chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Kashima Lounge Chairs Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset 1979 Natural textured fabric on soft all foam construction The Kashima series by Michel Ducaroy captures the essence of late se...
Fabric
Togo Lounge Chairin cream fabric by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, circa 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in amstelveen, NL
Togo lounge chair designed by Michel Ducaroy in the 1970s for Ligne Roset. It shows a nice warm natural color tone and its famous wrinkled cozy design. Lined underneath with original...
Fabric
Vintage Marsala Set in 'Liberty' Fabric by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Stunning Marsala in a limited ‘Liberty’ fabric. The sofa has the brown liberty fabric, the chairs the green one. Perfect match. Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset 1970. ...
Fabric
Rare Michel Ducaroy "Adria" Lounge chair for Ligne Roset, France, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Tresbœuf, FR
Rare “Adria” lounge chair designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 1970s. A distinctive and highly sought-after example of French avant-garde seating design, this model refl...
Cotton, Velvet, Foam
Togo Space Age Authentic Blue Ultra Suede Chair One Seater Ligne Roset 1970
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern authentic vintage one seater or lounge chair by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset 1970s France. An iconic modular freestanding lounge chair or chair element from ultra suede Alc...
Ultrasuede
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Brown Fabric Aralia Sofa
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, the Aralia sofa is similar in style to the iconic Togo and Kashima designs. Built for laid back comfort, the two seat sofa is constructed...
Fabric
Ligne Roset Brigantin Leather Sofa Michel Ducaroy
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Fraser, MI
Ligne Roset Leather Sofa. Wing arms move outward to 90".
Leather
$5,010 / set
H 27.56 in W 68.51 in D 40.16 in
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Brown Leather Togo, 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. This two-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and comprises of...
Leather
$5,828 / set
H 27.56 in W 51.58 in D 40.16 in
Pair of 2-seaters Togo sofa, by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Lyon, FR
Pair of 2-seaters Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Rose, made in the 2000s. In its original upholstery, a thick blue jean / lavender cotton. A true design icon, the Togo remains as ...
Fabric
$23,791 / set
H 28 in W 52 in D 40 in
7-Seat 5-Piece Togo Sofa Set in Black Leather by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France
By Michel Ducaroy, Mario Bellini, 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. Extremely lightweight, it is designed ...
Velvet, Foam
$17,099 / set
H 27.56 in W 125.99 in D 108.67 in
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. This five-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and can be config...
Leather, Foam
$5,412
H 70 in W 87 in D 102 in
Original vintage leather Togo (1978) by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset France
By Ligne Roset
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Togo Lounge Chair, France 1978 Rare vintage edition in mint lime green leather An extraordinary and highly collectible example of Michel Ducaroy’s ic...
Leather
'Togo' 3 seater sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Brussels, BE
TOGO Sofa by Michel Ducaroy – A Design Icon Since 1973 Designed by Michel Ducaroy (1925–2009), the iconic TOGO sofa is the very definition of relaxed comfort. Its distinctive, low-s...
Leather
$5,626
H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 43.31 in
Togo Sofa 3 seater in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Classic French Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset. Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic Togo sofa is now a design classic. Timeless comfort and style make...
Textile
$5,947
H 41.34 in W 87.8 in D 31.5 in
Ligne Roset Model "Marsala" Space Age Sofa designed by Michel Ducaroy, 1970s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Antwerp, BE
Seventies low three-seater lounge sofa designed by Michel Ducaroy. Manufactured by Ligne Roset. Model "Marsala" sofa shows Ducaroys characteristic style and innovative approach to de...
Plexiglass
Michel Ducaroy Yoko sofa set Ligne Roset France 1985
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
A rare and striking pair of postmodern sofas designed by Michel Ducaroy and produced by Ligne Roset, France, 1985. As the direct successor to the now-iconic Togo, this lesser-known m...
Leather
$4,364 / set
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
Ligne Roset Black Leather Togo Armchair and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy
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. This two-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and comprises of...
Leather
Aralia one seater with pouf by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Aralia one-seater lounge chair with matching pouf, designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. This iconic low-profile design is known for its relaxed, sculptural shape and exception...
Textile, Foam
Sold
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 51.97 in
Original Ligne Roset Togo Sofa Set In Beige By Michel Ducaroy, 1970s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing early Ligne Roset Togo sofa set in beige corduroy by Michel Ducaroy, 1970s. This iconic design has become more and more popular over the years due to its fun and comfortable...
Leather
Sold
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 42.13 in
"Marsala" Lounge chairs & Ottoman by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 2 lounge chairs and an ottoman in brown leather with plexiglass shell by Michel Ducaroy. Manufactured by Ligne Roset. Model: Marsala. Seat height: 38 cm. Ottoman dimensions: H...
Leather, Plexiglass
Sold
H 26 in W 49 in D 37 in
Ligne Roset Yoko 1-Seater Lounge Chair, Original Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Toronto, CA
This rare vintage Yoko lounge chair by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset combines his signature softness and slouch with a slightly more angular stance. The worn black leather shows its...
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
Ligne Roset Togo Sofa Set in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy, Original 1988
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing Ligne Roset Togo sofa set in original black leather by Michel Ducaroy, 1988. This iconic design by renowned French designer Michel Ducaroy has gained popularity over the yea...
Leather
Yoko one seater by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Yoko One-Seater by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset – Original Vintage Black Leather, 1970s Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, the Yoko one-seater is a rare and distinctive p...
Leather, Foam
Sold
H 29.53 in W 35.44 in D 41.34 in
Pair of Ligne Roset Marsala Lounge chairs by Michel Ducaroy, 1970s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Pair of Ligne Roset Marsala lounge chairs in black leather by Michel Ducaroy, 1970s A stunning design by renowned French designer Michel Ducaroy, which has become a classic over the...
Leather, Plexiglass
Sold
H 27.5 in W 40 in D 34.5 in
Togo Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in Brown Leather
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 2000s. France. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Brown leather togo set Ottoman 34.5L 31W 15H
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
‘Togo’ One Seater, Burgundy leather by M. Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1960s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Antwerp, BE
A true design classic, this Togo one-seater sofa was designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 1960s and remains one of the most recognizable pieces of 20th-century furniture...
Fabric
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
French Design Yoko Lounge Chair by Michel Ducaroy – 1980s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Renens, CH
The YOKO series designed by Michel Ducaroy, is a rare and exceptional piece of furniture history. Best known for creating the iconic Togo, Ducaroy brought the same innovative approa...
Leather
Togo 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 entirely of foam and leather. The collection features an ergonomic design with polyether foam construction and padded covers, making each piece both visually appealing and physically inviting. The Togo lounge chair...
Leather, Foam