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.
Set of 5 Togo Modular Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Togo modular sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, dating to the 1970s, features rich olive green corduroy upholstery, deep quilted folds, and a distinctive low profile. Its s...
Fabric
Vintage Ligne Roset Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy in a toasted brioche alcantara
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Ligne Roset Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy in a toasted brioche alcantara. Signs of use commensurate with age. W68" D40" ...
Suede, Fabric
Togo Sofa 3 seater - Michel Ducaroy Ligne Roset black Leather made in France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Munster, NRW
Togo Sofa - Michel Ducaroy 1974 for Ligne Roset. 3-seater Sofa - manufactured in France. Made by Ligne Roset about 1990 in France, beautiful original condition in soft black leather...
Leather
Sofa, model « Gilda » by Michel Ducaroy
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Exceptional and rare circular sofa, model Gilda, by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France circa 1972. Fully reupholstered with a luxury chestnut brown velvet fabric by Lelièvre Par...
Metal
Rare and Exceptional 'Gilda' Circle Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy, 1972
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare extra large 'Gilda' circle sofa in excellent condition. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1972. The sofa is manufactured by 'Roset' the company name of Ligne Roset prior to 1...
Metal
Kimba Modular Four-Seat Sofa, Ligne Roset, France, 1973
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Rare and beautifully sculptural four-seat 'Kimba' modular sofa, designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973. Created during the same period as Ducaroy's iconic Togo collection, the Simba reflects his innovative approach to informal seating, combining generous proportions, a low-slung silhouette and distinctive quilted upholstery. This composition consists of four individual elements, including two corner modules and two central seats, together forming a spacious and inviting four-seater sofa. Its modular construction allows for different configurations, offering versatility while maintaining the characteristic soft, architectural appearance of the design. The entire set has been professionally reupholstered in a beautiful, soft ochre textile, enhancing its rounded forms, deep tufting and relaxed character. The warm, earthy colour brings a timeless elegance to this distinctive example of 1970s French furniture...
Textile
Marsala sofa set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Zwevegem, VWV
Beautiful vintage cognac leather Ligne Roset Marsala set in its original leather and in completely original top condition. WOW. How beautiful leather can be. This authentic Ligne Ro...
Leather, Plexiglass
Sold|$10,960
H 27.56 in W 78.75 in D 110.24 in
Michel Ducaroy 'Togo' Sectional Sofa Set in Oxblood Red Leather for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Tilburg, NL
Michel Ducaroy 'Togo' Set in Oxblood Red Leather for Ligne Roset, France, Early 21st Century. Wonderful and high quality 'Togo' set of sectional sofa's by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne R...
Leather
$4,377
H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 43.31 in
Black Leather Togo 3 seater Sofa Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Classic French Togo 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 thi...
Leather
$32,971 / set
H 26.4 in W 36.2 in D 36.2 in
Mario Bellini Brown Alpaca Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Vicenza, IT
Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The set features three modules with big backrest, and two modules with small backrest. Alpaca...
Velvet, Foam, Alpaca
$19,500 / set
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
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. Togo, by Ligne Roset, is a historic armchair, designed in 1973 by Michel Ducar...
Leather, Foam
$16,000 / set
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
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. Togo, by Ligne Roset, is a historic armchair, designed in 1973 by Michel ...
Leather, Foam
$22,738 / 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, Ligne Roset, Mario Bellini
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
$17,508 / set
H 27.56 in W 104.34 in D 74.81 in
Set Mod. Togo Designed By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Madrid, ES
Set mod. Togo designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. Reupholstered in yellow leather. France 70's. Dimensions: W265 x D 190 x H 35 / 70 cm Double armchair size: W 120 x D 100 ...
Leather
$1,750Sale Price|67% Off
H 33.75 in W 70.5 in D 35 in
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Model 1676 by Widdicomb Attributed Sofa
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stylish Mid-Century Modern three-seat sofa, attributed to model 1676 by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb featuring a blonde wood frame and velvet upholstery. This sofa was ...
Fabric, Wood
$7,200
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Two Seater Sofa for Ligne Roset, Burgundy Leather, 1973
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” two-seater sofa for Ligne Roset, burgundy leather and foam, France, 1973. Togo, by Ligne Roset, is a historic concept, designed in 1973 by Michel Ducaroy, with...
Leather, Foam
$28,423 / set
H 24.81 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Large COR Trio Sectional Sofa, Germany / Switzerland 1972 NEW VELVET UPHOLSTERY
By Team Form AG, COR
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Vintage COR Trio Sofa in new Dark Chocolate Brown Velvet. The velvet can easily be brushed to give it a different look, with lighter and darker brown tones (see different looks in th...
Fabric, Velvet
$14,780 / set
H 26.4 in W 36.2 in D 36.2 in
Mario Bellini White Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Vicenza, IT
“Camaleonda” sofa, in white velvet upholstery, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. Fully restored and reupholstered in Italy. The sofa is very comfort...
Velvet, Foam, Chenille
Two-Seater Togo Sofa 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
$3,183
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
Michel Ducaroy Ligne Roset Blue Leather Togo Corner Sofa France 1980s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Benalmadena, ES
This authentic Michel Ducaroy design for Ligne Roset is the iconic Togo Ottoman, executed in France during the 1980s. The piece features supple Blue Leather upholstery, defining the ...
Leather
$4,490 / set
H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 43.31 in
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. Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic Togo sofa is now a design classic. Timeless comfort and style make...
Leather
'Togo' 3 seater sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
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
Sold
H 27.56 in W 78.75 in D 110.24 in
Michel Ducaroy 'Togo' Sectional Sofa Set in Oxblood Red Leather for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Tilburg, NL
Michel Ducaroy 'Togo' Set in Oxblood Red Leather for Ligne Roset, France, Early 21st Century. Wonderful and high quality 'Togo' set of sectional sofa's by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne R...
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 35.44 in
Custom Product: Togo Set in Brown Leather (3-seater, 1-seater, pouf)
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in PARIS, FR
When French designer Michel Ducaroy presented the Togo to Ligne Roset in 1973, he described it as "a tube of toothpaste folded back on itself." A graduate of the École des Beaux-Arts...
Leather, Foam
Sold
H 27 in W 189 in D 40 in
Set of 5 Togo Sofa in Green Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning five-piece Togo sofa set in emerald green leather brings an iconic blend of form, function, and timeless style to any space. Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset,...
Leather
Sold
H 27 in W 189 in D 40 in
Set of 5 Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning five-piece Togo sofa set in cognac brown leather brings an iconic blend of form, function, and timeless style to any space. Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, ...
Leather
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset "Togo" Modular Sofa
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Astoria, NY
Michel Ducaroy (French, 1925-2009) for Ligne Roset "Togo" Black Leather Upholstered Modular Sofa, in four pieces with matching ottoman, with "Ligne Roset" label. Overall: 25.5" H x ...
Leather
5 Piece Black Leather Togo Set by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
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. Its signature look comes...
Leather, Fabric
Black Leather 3 Seater Togo Sofa by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A masterwork of postmodern French design, this three-seat Togo sofa was designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 and remains one of the most iconic silhouettes of 20th-cent...
Leather, Fabric
Sold
H 30.5 in W 33.5 in D 36.5 in
Black Leather Fireside Togo and Ottoman by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Ligne Roset Togo fireside chair and matching ottoman set. Originally designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973, the Togo collection rem...
Leather
Black Leather Fireside Togo Seat by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ultimate icon of modern comfort: an authentic Ligne Roset Togo Fireside Lounge Chair. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973, the Togo remains one of the most recognizable and covete...
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 51.97 in D 40.16 in
Ligne Roset Togo Sofa Set Liberty special edition by Michel Ducaroy, 1979
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing Ligne Roset Togo sofa set in original special edition ‘Liberty’ fabric by Michel Ducaroy, 1979. This iconic design by renowned French designer Michel Ducaroy has gained popu...
Velvet
Sold
H 27.56 in W 103.15 in D 40.16 in
Togo Sofa + Lounge Chair - Michel Ducaroy Ligne Roset Leather Mid Century Modern
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Munster, NRW
This Togo living landscape consisting of 3seater sofa, a lounge chair and a ottman was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1974. Made by Ligne Roset about 1990 in France, stunning beautif...
Leather
Original Ligne Roset Ecksofa Togo Couch Ducaroy Wildleder rot
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Togo Ecksofa vom französischen Traditionshersteller Ligne Roset zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa besteht aus einem 1-Sitzer, einem 2-Sitzer und einem Eckmodul un...
Suede, Fabric
Sold
H 28 in W 121 in D 42 in
Authentic vintage sand colored three piece Togo set with fabric upholstery
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic, well broken-in vintage Togo set with tags. Some wear and fading give it character + good price point. Original sand color upholstery is soft and has just been deep cleaned. 3 ...
Fabric, Velvet, Foam
Sold
H 29.53 in W 130.32 in D 111.03 in
French modern leather sofa Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in MIlano, IT
French modern leather sofa Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s Modular sofa model Togo fully padded and upholstered in red-brown leather. The couch has a corner module, a t...
Leather
Togo Sofa Set of Five
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning five-piece Togo sofa set in rich burgundy leather brings an iconic blend of form, function, and timeless style to any space. Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset,...
Leather