In 1974, Roche Bobois opened its first showroom in the United States on Madison Avenue in New York City. The celebrated luxury French furniture brand is now in 50 countries with more than 200 stores.
The Roche Bobois story has origins in 1950, when entrepreneur Jacques Roche converted an old Paris theater into two contemporary furniture boutiques so that his sons could help usher stunning Bauhaus-inspired work out of the shops and into French homes nearby.
At another showroom called Au Beau Bois, also in the French capital city, the Chouchan family was simultaneously selling home furnishings. The families met later, when Philippe and François Roche convened with Patrick and Jean-Claude Chouchan at a furniture exhibition in Copenhagen in 1960 and afterward produced a catalog announcing their partnership.
Minimal and modernist Scandinavian design had gained prominence in the furniture industry by 1960, rendering designers such as Kaare Klint and Poul Henningsen marquee names — and Roche Bobois's principals had taken notice. Following a national advertising campaign in Elle magazine a year later, the Scandinavian furniture that the newly minted Roche Bobois was importing to Paris became a huge success. Early promotional material from the firm likely included the sleek modular wall units crafted in rosewood by Danish furniture maker Poul Cadovius. It didn’t take long for Roche Bobois to shift toward producing its own contemporary furniture line.
When the popularity of cable television took hold in more major American cities during the 1970s, sofas and other seating became integral to contemporary living-room decor. Roche Bobois’s newly launched Les Contemporains series positioned its own sofas front and center, and it also offered plush lounge chairs designed by Mario Bellini.
Bold works from the company during the decade included Marc Berthier’s Pop Art–colored tubular metal desks and chairs — the latter covered with braided fabric — as well as one of Roche Bobois’s most enduring and well-known pieces, the Mah Jong sectional sofa created by sculptor, painter and designer Hans Hopfer. Anchored by few central elements, this modular lounge sofa can be combined or stacked, giving the buyer total freedom over its appearance and the ability to maximize comfort.
Since its inception, Roche Bobois has worked with many internationally renowned architects and designers on its collections, among them Paola Navone and Vladimir Kagan. Even fashion designers such as Missoni and Emanuel Ungaro have made contributions to the company’s lineup.
In 2010, Roche Bobois marked its 50-year anniversary by debuting a partnership with French fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier. A decade later, Roche Bobois teamed up with Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos, who designed a collection of organically shaped sofas as well as vibrant, colorful accent pillows and rugs.
Roche Bobois’s offerings over the years have included everything from mid-century modern armchairs to Art Deco case pieces to sculptural outdoor cocktail tables framed in metal wire — shop these classics now on 1stDibs.
21stC "Mah Jong" Sectional Sofa By Hans Hopfer For Roche Bobois, France c.2000
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Elevate a living space with this stunning designer “Mah Jong” modular sofa suite by Roche Bobois. The set consists of two seat cushions, and two backrests. The layout of the sofa mak...
Fabric
Very rare Mah Jong 'Private Collection' by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Extremely rare and stunning Mah Jong! Roche Bobois created this one-of-a-kind sofa for a special client in a custom yellow/gold fabric. The choice of the vibrant yellow/gold fabric ...
Fabric
$18,118 / set
1st edition Mah Jongh sofa by Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Original first edition Mah Jong sofa cushions by Roche Bobois, reupholstered in rich green leather. This iconic modular seating system, originally designed in the early 1970s, is kno...
Aluminum
Vintage coffee table by Roche Bobois, 1980s
By Roche Bobois
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wooden and black glass coffee table by Roche Bobois with storage space and bottle holders. Cool coffee table from the 1980s. 1980s - France Good overall condition with nor...
Glass, Wood
$4,228Sale Price|50% Off
Roche Bobois Agami Sofa
By Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Agami Sofa by Roche Bobois, a stunning addition to any modern living space. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this sofa boasts a sleek and contemporary desi...
Leather
Cipollino marble Coffee Table "Eye" by Roche Bobois, Italy, 1970s
By Roche Bobois
Located in DE MEERN, NL
A true statement piece, this exceptional eye-shaped coffee table by Roche Bobois perfectly captures the bold sculptural spirit of 1970s Italian design. Carved entirely from richly ve...
Marble
ROCHE BOBOIS 11 PiECE KENZO MAH JONG BY HANS HOPFER CORNER MODULAR SOFA SET
By Roche Bobois
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this collectable Roche Bobois 11 Piece Kenzo Mah Jong Corner sofa set by Hans Hopfer Please note the deliv...
Upholstery
$7,843Sale Price|50% Off
Roche Bobois Scenario Sectional Sofa by Sacha Lakic
By Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the ultimate in luxury and style - the Scenario Sectional Sofa by Roche Bobois. This stunning piece features a sleek and modern design, with plush cushions and a spacious seating area for ultimate comfort. The high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship ensure durability and longevity, making it a timeless addition to any living space. With its versatile modular design, the Scenario Sectional Sofa can be configured to fit any room layout, making it perfect for both large and small spaces. Elevate your home decor with this exquisite piece from Roche Bobois. Have you heard about our free same-day returns? If you're not happy with your item when it arrives for delivery, we’ll return it on the spot! *Please Note that items shown together are sold separately unless specified as a set in the title. Condition Notes: The Roche Bobois Scenario...
Leather
$2,728Sale Price|50% Off
Freestanding Michel Ducaroy Wall Unit in Acrylic and Aluminum for Roche Bobois
By Michel Ducaroy, Roche Bobois
Located in Markington, GB
Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall unit in acrylic and aluminum for Roche Bobois Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall uni...
Aluminum
Postmodern Sofa "Comete" designed by Vladimir Kagan for Roche Bobois, France
By Roche Bobois, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a spectacular and rare modular sofa "Comete" designed by Vladimir Kagan for French Luxury Furniture manufacturer Roche Bobois. Kagan created this curved...
Ostrich Leather, Wood
Pierre Cardin Dining Chairs for Roche Bobois, 1970, Set of 10
By Roche Bobois, Pierre Cardin
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Cardin dining chairs for Roche Bobois, black wood and black leather, France, 1970, set of ten. Pierre Cardin desig...
Leather, Wood
Roche Bobois Hans Hopfer Vintage Informel Cognac Aniline Leather Lounge Chair
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Roche Bobois armchair Lounge Chair Model Informel in cognac brandy soft aniline leather. Design by Hans Hopfer in the late 70ties. Original l...
Leather, Upholstery, Foam
$4,875Sale Price / set|25% Off
6 Pierre Cardin Roche Bobois Italian Black Lacquer Dining Room Conference Chairs
By Roche Bobois, Pierre Cardin
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set 6 Pierre Cardin Roche Bobois Italian black lacquer dining conference chairs. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zip co...
Wood
$12,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Outstanding Pair Roche Bobois Tangram Kidney Shaped Sofas Modern
By Roche Bobois
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding pair of Roche Bobois Tangram kidney shaped sofa. Sofas have been custom upholstered in Black Edition-Herbaria Jacquard velvet and grey...
Metal
Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Roche Bobois, France, 2003
By Roche Bobois, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Antwerp, BE
This "Comete" sofa, a futurist and asymmetric marvel designed by Vladimir Kagan for Roche Bobois in 2003, redefines modern elegance and luxurious comfort. It features two large secti...
Wool, Alpaca, Cotton
Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Roche Bobois, France, 2003
By Roche Bobois, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vladimir Kagan; Futurism; Modernism; 2000s; Mid-Century Modern; Roche Bobois; France; Cotton Chenille; Contemporary Design; Chenille Fabric; Ottoman; 2003; Grey; Glacier; Futurist asymmetric 'Comete...
Wool, Alpaca, Cotton
$3,767Sale Price|50% Off
Roche Bobois Opale Leather Sofa by Maurizio Manzoni
By Roche Bobois, Maurizio Manzoni
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Opale Leather Sofa by Roche Bobois, a stunning addition to any luxury living space. Crafted with the finest materials, this sofa boasts a sleek and modern design that...
Leather
French Rattan & Elm Buffet Cabinet, circa 1970
By Roche Bobois
Located in Labrit, Landes
French rattan and elm credenza buffet. Two doors and two drawers. Typical design of the 1970's, this side cabinet has been made by Maugrion for Roche-Bobois. Maugrion "Le Rotin Prest...
Rattan, Elm
$6,546Sale Price|20% Off
Dining Room Table by Jean Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois 1980s
By Jean Claude Mahey, Roche Bobois
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare and fine quality French design 1980s square luxury dining room table by Jean Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois. This fantastic tabl...
Smoked Glass, Walnut
Super Malta dining table in Calacatta marble, Roche Bobois, France, 1980s
By Roche Bobois
Located in Lyon, FR
Stunning round dining table, Super Malta model, crafted in Calacatta marble and produced in France by Roche Bobois in the 1980s. Thick white marble top with high-contrast veining typ...
Marble, Steel, Chrome
Mikado Coffee Table by Maurice Barilone for Roche Bobois, France ca. 1990
By Maurice Barilone, Roche Bobois
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This coffee table is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship, created by famous French designer Maurice Barilone for the brand Roche Bobois. The table top is made of transparent g...
Glass
Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois Post-Modern Lounge in Off-White Fabric
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, lounge chair, reupholstered fabric, France, late 1970s This substantial lounge chair as part of the 'Croissant' sofa is designed by Hans Hopfer for Ro...
Fabric
Post modern dining table by Roche Bobois, 1980s
By Roche Bobois
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Rare post modern dining table with a black metal frame and a black glass top. Beautiful post modern design. Good overall condition with normal user traces on the glass. 1980s - It...
Metal
Roche Bobois ‘Informel’ Two-Seater Sofa – Original Natural Leather Upholstery
By Roche Bobois
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN NEW YORK CITY A rare and elegant two-seater ‘Informel’ sofa by Roche Bobois, retaining its original natural leather upholstery in a sophisticated steel gr...
Leather
Mah Jong Roche Bobois 8-piece sofa by H. Hopfer fine Missoni fabrics
By Roche Bobois, Missoni, Hans Hopfer
Located in Milano, Lombardia
gorgeous Mah Jong model modular seating set from Roche Bobois. This set produced in the early 2000s comes from prestigious residence and has never been used. the fabrics used are of ...
Cotton, Satin, Velvet
Ash burl wood coffee table with bar by Paul Michel for Roche Bobois, 1980s
By Roche Bobois, Paul Michel
Located in Lyon, FR
Gorgeous sliding coffee table with a full mirrored bar and feet, designed by Paul Michel for Roche Bobois, France, in the 1980s. Central feet covered with smoked and lightly pink ton...
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Ash
Coffee table, by Roche Bobois, France, Circa 1980
By Roche Bobois
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful patinated iron coffee table. The square beveled glass top rests on four marble balls ending in four openwork sheathed feet, connected by a spacer. Biographie : Roche Boboi...
Marble, Iron
A POST-MODERN Lacquered CONSOLE Table, ALDO TURA, ROCHE & BOBOIS, France 1970
By Roche Bobois
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and luxurious console table with 2 trays, of Japanese inspiration, Post-Modern, Memphis, Constructivist, sophisticated geometric structure in lacquered wood, two separate ...
Wood, Lacquer
eye catching roche bobois chest of drawers / room divider
By Roche Bobois
Located in Munich, DE
elegant and eyecatching sideboard or chest by famous french company roche bobois. mirrored walnut burlwood with 14 drawers. very well made and with real back - can be used as a room ...
Brass
Roche Bobois Memento Sectional Sofa with Leather Side Bookcases
By Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Elevate your living space with the Roche Bobois Memento Sectional Sofa. This masterpiece combines luxurious style with unmatched functionality, featuring a spacious seating arrangeme...
Leather, Fabric, Wood
ViNTAGE BROWN LEATHER ROCHE BOBOIS MID CENTURY MODERN CONTEMPORARY SOFA
By Roche Bobois
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very cool and highly collectable Roche Bobois Mid Century Modern aged brown leather two seat sofa Ple...
Leather
Dining Table 'Iron Flower' By Maurice Barilone, Roche Bobois ED.
By Roche Bobois, Maurice Barilone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Torch cut steel table "Iron Flower" designed by Maurice Barilone for Roche Bobois c1985 Round base made of a single slab of cast steel, cut and stretched, supporting a thick glass top.
Iron
Roche Bobois Glass Coffee Table with Stone & Chrome Base, 1970s
By Roche Bobois
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Glass coffee table with a slate grey stone base with chrome accented corners by Roche Bobois, circa 1970's. The stone has a beautiful light grey/white veining as well as a faint tran...
Stone, Slate, Chrome
Roche Bobois Sideboard by Alain Richard, Rio Rosewood, 1960s Design
By Roche Bobois, Alain Richard
Located in London, England
The Roche Bobois sideboard, created by Alain Richard, is carefully designed in Rio rosewood, a precious wood known for its beauty and durability, with a robust steel base that gives ...
Metal, Chrome
Roche Bobois Lounge Armchair in Original Green Patinated Leather – circa 1970
By Roche Bobois
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Very comfortable lounge chair by Roche Bobois, France / Italy – circa 1970. The leather has nice patina with normal signs of age and use. No tears or holes. The chair is labeled Roch...
Leather
Original Vintage Roche Bobois Leder Sofa Couch Zweisitzer schwarz
By Roche Bobois
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen von insgesamt zwei wunderschönen Vintage Zweisitzer vom französischen Premium Hersteller Roche Bobois zum Verkauf an. Die Sofas stammen aus den 1980er Jahren, wurden...
Leather
Roche Bobois Leather Sofa and club chairs With Movable Headrest
By Roche Bobois
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Experience timeless elegance with our Roche Bobois white leather club chairs and sofa set, circa early 2000. This exquisite collection is in impeccable condition and offers unparalle...
Leather
Roche Bobois Mid Century Burlwood Dining Table
By Roche Bobois
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Roche Bobois mid-century burlwood dining table. This table measures: 79 wide x 47 deep x 29 inches high with chair clearance of 27 inches. ...
Metal
Pair of Roche Bobois Red Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs, 2000s
By Roche Bobois
Located in Hamburg, PA
Pair of Roche Bobois swivel lounge chairs fully upholstered in pebble-grain red leather. Each chair has a compact, slightly tapered cube form with wraparound arms, a loose seat cushi...
Leather
Pierre Cardin Dining Chairs for Roche Bobois, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 6
By Pierre Cardin, Roche Bobois
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Cardin dining chairs for Roche Bobois, wood and black leather, France, 1970, set of six. Designed by Pierre Cardin in 1970s France for Roche Bobois, this set of dining chairs...
Leather, Wood
Pierre Cardin Dining Chairs for Roche Bobois, 1970, Set of 6
By Roche Bobois, Pierre Cardin
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Cardin dining chairs for Roche Bobois, wood and leather, France, 1970, set of six. Pierre Cardin designed these ic...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Leather Armchairs Roche & Bobois circa 1970
By Roche Bobois
Located in Grenoble, FR
A pair of beautiful armchair with new leather in perfect condition Roche& Bobois 1970 stainless steel.
Stainless Steel
$4,666Sale Price|20% Off
Bamboo and Rattan Sofa by Maugrion for Roche Bobois - France - 1980s
By Roche Bobois
Located in Milano, IT
Bamboo and Rattan Sofa by Maugrion for Roche Bobois - Unique Piece of Vintage Design Refined bamboo and rattan sofa, made by the renowned Maugrion brand "Le rotin prestige "for Roch...
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Vladimir Kagan "Comete" Chair for Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a fantastic "Comete" lounge chair by Vladimir Kagan for Roche Bobois, France circa 2003. The circular seating element features a removable two-tone red fabric cover and roun...
Fabric
Roche Bobois Coffee Table in Travertine, France, circa 1970
By Roche Bobois
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Teardrop shaped travertine coffee table by Roche Bobois, France, circa 1970. Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Roche Bobois Country: France Model: Coffee table Material:...
Travertine
Ottomans in Mustard Yellow Velour by Roche Bobois - A Pair
By Roche Bobois
Located in New York, NY
Vintage pair of square ottomans by Roche Bobois. They are upholstered in a soft, yellow mustard velour. The comfortable cushion is designed with elegant channel tufting. The base is ...
Velvet
Modular Italian 1970 Wooden Lacquered Sofa Reupholstered in Dedar Mohair
By Roche Bobois
Located in Paddington, NSW
This modular sofa features a lacquered wooden frame and has been newly reupholstered in luxurious Dedar mohair, offering a soft, understated finish. Composed of two elongated modules...
Mohair, Wood, Lacquer
Speed Up Coffee Table by Sacha Lakic for Roche Bobois, 2005
By Roche Bobois, Sacha Lakic
Located in Paris, FR
Speed Up Coffee Table by Sacha Lakic for Roche Bobois, 2005 Design by Sacha Lakic - coffee table - Roche Bobois. Dimensions: 150 cm x 75 cm, height: 40 cm. Materials: black glas...
Glass, Resin
Luigi Gorgoni Pour Roche Bobois, Coffee Table in Elm, 1980s
By Roche Bobois, Luigi Gorgoni
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Luigi Gorgoni, attributed to. Roche Bobois, edited by. Coffee table in blond elm, square shape. Italian work realized in the 1980s.
Elm
A 1980s colonial style carved wood and rattan desk by Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois
Located in London, GB
A 1980s colonial style carved wood and rattan desk by Roche Bobois, attributed to French rattan and bamboo company Maugrion. There are five drawers and the two lower drawers have a d...
Rattan, Wood
Oval coffee table in Carrara marble and rosewood by Hugues Poignant 1960.
By Hugues Poignant, Roche Bobois
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Stunning Scandinavian-style coffee table. A very elegant, understated design. The marble veining is magnificent. Made for Roche Bobois in the 1960s. Disassembles easily. Designer: H...
Carrara Marble
1990s Set of 2 Nightstands Walnut Stained Cherry and Black Lacquer, Roche Bobois
By Sormani, Roche Bobois
Located in Arosio, IT
Two convex and concave nightstands manufactured in the early Nineties by Sormani for Roche-Bobois. Top, bottom and drawers' front are in light waln...
Wood, Walnut
Jean Cocteau Decorated Vase
By Roche Bobois, Jean Cocteau
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a glazed earthenware vase produced by Roche Bobois in the 2010s. The vase utilizes a design Jean Cocteau produced in the early 1960s. It features 2 taupe profiles with geomet...
Earthenware
Suite de 3 fauteuils chauffeuses Roche Bobois vintage en cuir jaune moutarde
By Roche Bobois
Located in BESANÇON, FR
3 fauteuils chauffeuses Roche Bobois vintage des années 70, dans le goût du designer français Jacques Charpentier, en cuir jaune moutarde, pouvant être utilisés séparément ou assembl...
Leather
Postmodern Rare 1980s Italian Solid Burlwood Wall Mirror by Masterly Italy Milan
By Roche Bobois, Masterly
Located in San Diego, CA
An exceptional Italian Postmodern wall mirror dating to the 1980s, crafted in solid birdseye maple with beautifully contrasting accents and a substantial beveled mirror. Made in Ita...
Mirror, Wood, Birdseye Maple
French Mid-Century Rattan Lounge Chair with Leather Trim, Maugrion 1968
By Roche Bobois
Located in Salzburg, AT
French Mid-Century Rattan Lounge Chair with Leather Trim, Maugrion 1968 A dynamic rattan lounge chair, manufactured by Maugrion for Roche Bobois’ “Le Rotin Prestige” collection. The...
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Foam
$30,137Sale Price / set|20% Off
Very rare Vagues/Waves modular sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very stylish & rare ‘Vagues’ or ‘Waves’ modular sofa. The new reupholstery was carried out with careful consideration for the original stitching and overall character of this beauty...
Fabric
$753Sale Price|29% Off
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror by Pierre Cardin, France, 1970
By Roche Bobois, Pierre Cardin
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This exceptional wall mirror by Pierre Cardin in black piano lacquer is in very good condition. The mirror impresses with its brass rods that frame the flawless glass. The corners of...
Brass
$3,039 / set
1970 Pair of wrought-iron lamps by Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Composed of a black wrought iron structure of rectangular shape decorated with a multitude of oval-shaped loops of different sizes assembled by small welding points forming a cage, h...
Wrought Iron
Informel Chair by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. We have another available in different condition if interested. Made in France. Quilted cotton with foam structure. Extremely rare in USA. Cotton cover zips off for easy cl...
Cotton