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.
A 21st Century Red "Togo" Corner Sofa By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset France
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
The iconic "Togo" sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a mid-century design classic. It is an extremely versatile modular sofa that can be ...
Foam
A 21st Century Red "Togo" Corner Sofa By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset France
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
The iconic "Togo" sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a mid-century design classic. It is an extremely versatile modular sofa that can be ...
Foam
$19,500
Michel Ducaroy Leather Sofa
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic chocolate brown leather sofa by Michel Ducaroy — France 1980's Great design with channeled stitched detailing Beautiful vintage leather patina throughout Matching smal...
Leather
Rare Michel Ducaroy "Anaïs" Camel Leather Sofa for Ligne Roset, France, 1980s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Tresbœuf, FR
Rare and highly collectible “Anaïs” sofa designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 1980s. An iconic example of French modern design, this model features Ducaroy’s signature all-foam construction, offering exceptional comfort combined with soft sculptural lines. The generous proportions and low profile create a relaxed yet sophisticated silhouette characteristic of the designer’s celebrated work for Ligne Roset. This rare, non-reissued model is upholstered in its original camel leather, beautifully preserved and developing a subtle vintage patina that enhances its timeless appeal. Both the foam and leather remain in excellent condition, reflecting careful ownership and conservation over the years. A striking and comfortable statement piece, ideal for contemporary, modernist, mid-century, or 1970s/1980s-inspired interiors. Excellent vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. Dimensions: W 150 cm × D 90 cm × H 66 cm W 59.1 in × D 35.4 in × H 26 in Keywords: Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset sofa, Anaïs sofa, vintage French design, 1980s sofa, camel leather sofa...
Leather, Foam
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
Ducaroy Ligne Roset Sofa Set in Brown Perspex with Black Leather
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
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
Marsala 3-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1970s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
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
Vintage three-seat KALI sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s–1980s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Tresbœuf, FR
Vintage three-seat KALI sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1970s–1980s. An iconic piece of French mid-century modern / space age design, this sculptural sofa showcases ...
Wool
Beige Leather Togo Set, 3-Seat & Ottoman 1970s by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, Gaetano Pesce
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 Organic Modern design. Extremely lightweight, it is designed to be shift...
Leather, Foam
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
1980s Brown Leather Loveseat by Michel Ducaroy, Channeled Design
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Leather "Ariala" loveseat by Michel Ducaroy in dark chocolate brown leather - France 1980's Great design with channeled stitched detailing and bulbous rectangular shape Matching ...
Leather
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