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.
Togo 3 seater sofa + ottoman by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL
Togo Sofa - Michel Ducaroy 1974 for Ligne Roset. 3-seater Sofa and matching ottoman - manufactured in France. Made by Ligne Roset about 1990 in France, beautiful original condition ...
Fabric, Foam
Michel Ducaroy Purple Cotton Togo Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, 1974, Set of 2
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Vicenza, IT
Togo modular sofa, designed by Michel Ducaroy and manufactured by Ligne Roset in 1974. The set is composed of 2 modules. Purple cotton upholstery. Ex...
Cotton, Foam
Ligne Roset Model 'Togo' in Original Leather Off White Signed, France 1980s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Wien, AT
This Togo sofa set features an exquisite and exceptionally rare minimal patinated original off-white leather upholstery, making it a standout addition to any interior. With its super...
Leather, Foam
2-seater Togo sofa, by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Lyon, FR
2-seaters Togo sofa 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 com...
Fabric
Marsala 3-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Marsala 3-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1970s Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 1970s, the Marsala sofa is an iconic piece of French design ...
Textile, Plexiglass
Space Age Togo Love Seat Two Seater Blue Ultra Suede Ligne Roset 1970s France
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age authentic vintage loveseat or two seater sofa Togo from ultra suede alcantara in cornflower blue color tone by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset 1970s. An iconic freestanding ...
Ultrasuede
Adria Three-Seat Sofa and Lounge Chair by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Tresbœuf, FR
Ensemble canapé 3 places et chauffeuse “Adria” par Michel Ducaroy pour Ligne Roset, années 1970 Rare ensemble vintage “Adria” composé d’un canapé trois places et d’une chauffeuse, de...
Cotton
Three-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
Corner-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
Ducaroy Ligne Roset Sofa Set in Brown Perspex with Black Leather
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Berlin, BE
A modular suite designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France. The set, consisting of a sofa and two lounge chairs, is made of a brown perspex frame with black leather upholster...
Leather, Lucite