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.
Roche Bobois Sideboard Credenza from Dining Set Offered in Other Listings
By Roche Bobois
Located in Miami, FL
Roche Bobois Sideboard Credenza from Dining Set Offered in Other Listings Offered for sale is a Roche Bobois server credenza made in France that is part of a full dining set. The c...
Wood
Bookshelf by Sormani for Roche Bobois Green Lacquer and Stained Cherrywood, 1990
By Roche Bobois, Sormani
Located in Arosio, IT
This sculptural wave-shaped cabinet was designed by Emilio Rossi and produced by Sormani for the prestigious French brand Roche Bobois in Italy in the early 1990s. An exceptional exa...
Wood
Pair Pierre Cardin for Roche Bobois Low Chests, c 1980s
By Pierre Cardin, Roche Bobois
Located in Norwalk, CT
These glamorous low cabinets by Pierre Cardin feature gold washed brass with opalescent lacquered shell detail. The main body of the chests are finished in high gloss lacquer. The la...
Brass
Michel Ducaroy for Roche Bobois Floor/ceiling shelf/Bar (Claustra) 1970s
By Roche Bobois, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Aluminum and smoked acrylic elements Measures : 106x37cm H:248cm (Variable) Materials : Aluminium - Acrylic Michel Ducaroy was a French designer born in 1925. He became renowned fo...
Aluminum
Speed Up Sideboard In High Gloss Grey Painted By Sacha Lakic For Roche Bobois
By Sacha Lakic, Roche Bobois
Located in Lejre, DK
Futuristic sideboard from Roche Bobois Paris, designed by Sacha Lakic. Model Speed Up is made in high-gloss gray with organic curves and sliding doors, placed on a round base in bl...
Steel
Roche Bobois Maple Carnaval Wall Unit Media Cabinet, France 2012 with Lighting
By Roche Bobois
Located in Miami, FL
Roche Bobois Maple Carnaval Wall Unit Media Cabinet, France 2012 with Lighting Offered for sale is a Roche Bobois maple wood and glass "Carnaval" wall unit media cabinet with slidin...
Glass, Maple
White Lacquer and Brass Sideboard by Jean Claude Mahey, 1980s
By Jean Claude Mahey, Roche Bobois
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous sideboard white lacquer and brass elements designed and handcrafted by French designer Jean-Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois, 1980. This features brass detailing around the dra...
Brass
$4,560Sale Price|20% Off
Roche Bobois Leather Top Vanity Dresser, Luigi Gorgoni
By Luigi Gorgoni, Roche Bobois
Located in Culver City, CA
A little Italian glam meets quiet luxury in this sculptural dresser by architect-designer Luigi Gorgoni for Roche Bobois. Designed as part of the “Vanity” bedroom collection, this pi...
Chrome
Jean Claude Mahey Highgloss Black Lacquer Sideboard, 1970s
By Jean Claude Mahey, Roche Bobois
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Large sideboard made of brass and black high-gloss piano lacquer. Behind the two outer hinged doors is the elegantly integrated bar. The beautifully crafted interior compartments per...
Brass
$2,712Sale Price|50% Off
Freestanding Michel Ducaroy Wall Unit in Acrylic and Aluminum for Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Markington, GB
Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall unit in acrylic and aluminum for Roche Bobois Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall uni...
Aluminum
Michel Dumas Large Chrome, Clear Plexiglass Shelf Unite by Roche Bobois
By Michel Dumas, Roche Bobois
Located in Haderslev, DK
Rare shelf system by Michel Dumas for Roche Bobois, France early 1970s. High quality built clear plexi glass and chrome plated details. The system consists of a bar, cabinet for vinyl...
Chrome
$4,191Sale Price|20% Off
Roche Bobois France, Black display case/architect library “Architecte
By Roche Bobois
Located in Valladolid, ES
Unique and very refined display case or architect's bookcase from the renowned French firm Roche Bobois. It combines elegance with functionality thanks to its sophisticated and refined design. Its wooden structure follows a vertical, rectangular shape divided into two connected modules. It opens through four doors, two in the lower module and two in the upper one. Each door, like the sides, features partitions with large glass panels inserted to display the objects inside. The back features original wood paneling that gives the piece its personality. Exclusive Piece with refined finishes balanced between solidity and lightness, perfect for sophisticated and modern spaces. It features six decorative panels that suggest the type of objects that could occupy each space, referring to terms specific to the discipline (esquisses, plans, echantillons, colorations, dossiers, and archives). Roche Bobois is a French company that, since its founding in 1960, has been dedicated to marketing collections of high-end furniture, sofas, and other accessories. The company was born from the union of Philippe and François Roche, owners of a boutique in Paris, and Jean-Claude and Patrick Chouchan, then owners of the Au Beau Bois store. After meeting in 1960 at the Copenhagen fair, they began manufacturing and importing Scandinavian furniture to Paris. Thus, they began selling this furniture and other accessories such as textiles, tableware, and upholstery in their boutiques. They even dedicated a floor to renovation and decoration projects. thus giving birth to the famous Roche Bobois brand. Roche Bobois France...
Wood, Lacquer
$2,979Sale Price|50% Off
Roche Bobois Hauteville Sideboard
By Roche Bobois
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Roche Bobois Hauteville Sideboard, a stunning addition to any luxury living space. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this sideboard features a sleek and mod...
Wood
$8,458Sale Price|40% Off
J.C. Mahey Brass Black Lacquered Sideboard Bar Cabinet 1970s
By Roche Bobois, Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Paris, IDF
A timeless vintage piece, this mid-century cabinet bar sideboard feels imposing and glamourous, with thick, straight lines of brass adorning its exterior of reflective black lacquer. Glossy black lacquer, paired with bright brass accents, feels crisp and luxe. Its boxy, simple style, featuring four doors and one drawers, is typical of both the 1970s and designer Jean Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois design. The two external doors...
Brass
1990s Set of 2 Nightstands Walnut Stained Cherry and Black Lacquer, Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Sormani
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
Luigi Gorgoni for Roche Bobois Sideboard in Solid Elm
By Luigi Gorgoni, Roche Bobois
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Gorgoni for Roche Bobois, sideboard, solid elm, France, 1980s The Italian designer and architect Luigi Gorgoni designed furniture pieces for Roche Bobois since the mid 1970s. ...
Elm
Black Lacquered Credenza with Layered Wood by Pierre Cardin for Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Pierre Cardin
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Roche Bobois production. Elegant black lacquered sideboard with profiles in two layers of wood and handles in metal and maple. It shows some signs of wear and tear due to age and use...
Wood, Lacquer
Showcases by Pierre Cardin for Roche Bobois, 1980s, set of 2
By Pierre Cardin, Roche Bobois
Located in Correggio, IT
Pair of display cases by Pierre Cardin for Roche Bobois, vintage 1980s production. They are made of glossy black lacquered wood with elegant brass details in Hollywood Regency style....
Brass
Roche Bobois China Display Cabinet Encased in Glass with Interior Lighting
By Roche Bobois
Located in Miami, FL
Roche Bobois China Display Cabinet Encased in Glass with Interior Lighting Offered for sale is a tall Roche Bobois china display cabinet That is encased in glass on all sides by Roc...
Glass, Tulipwood
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 Buffet by Alain Richard, Modern Rio Rosewood, 1960s
By Alain Richard, Roche Bobois
Located in London, England
Le buffet Roche Bobois, créé par Alain Richard, est soigneusement conçu en palissandre de Rio, un bois précieux reconnu pour sa beauté et sa durabi...
Metal, Chrome
Small Wood and Rattan Cabinet - Leather Knobs - Maugrion/Roche Bobois - 80's
By Roche Bobois
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant storage cabinet from the 1980s, the result of a collaboration between the renowned French companies Maugrion and Roche Bobois. This one-of-a-kind piece, made of fine mahogany...
Rattan, Wood
Postmodern "Brooklyn" sideboard by Luigi Gorgoni for Roche Bobois, 1980s
By Roche Bobois, Luigi Gorgoni
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
This postmodern “Brooklyn” sideboard, designed by Luigi Gorgoni for Roche Bobois in the 1980s, is a prime example of the Frasurbane style, blending urban design sensibilities with a ...
Glass, Plexiglass, Cherry
$11,453Sale Price|50% Off
H 78.75 in W 125.99 in D 17.72 in
Wallunit by Finn Juhl for Bovirke Denmark, 1960s
By Finn Juhl
Located in amstelveen, NL
Large modular wall unit BO71 from the 1960s by Finn Juhl with a beautiful rosewood veneer with brass. The placement of the shelves and cabinet can be freely chosen. The shelf was man...
Rosewood
$7,635
H 80.71 in W 88.59 in D 15.75 in
Michel Dumas Large Chrome, Clear Plexiglass Shelf Unite by Roche Bobois
By Michel Dumas, Roche Bobois
Located in Haderslev, DK
Rare shelf system by Michel Dumas for Roche Bobois, France early 1970s. High quality built clear plexi glass and chrome plated details. The system consists of a bar, cabinet for vinyl...
Chrome
1950s French Wall-Mounted Cabinet with Maple Starburst Veneer
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu, André Arbus
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A refined French wall-mounted cabinet from the 1950s, exemplifying the elegance of postwar French craftsmanship. The façade is distinguished by an exceptional light wood veneer, pr...
Wood
$4,800
H 72 in W 82 in D 16.5 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large Scandinavian wall unit circa 1960's. It features teak wood finish with a drop down center desk. The unit is totally modular and can arra...
Teak
Pierre Cardin night stands 1970s.
By Pierre Cardin
Located in bari, IT
The combination of glossy black lacquer, wood burl, and curved, sculptural lines are the hallmarks of Pierre Cardin's elegant and futuristic furniture design from the 1970s and 1980s...
Walnut
$2,712Sale Price|50% Off
H 86.62 in W 62.6 in D 15.75 in
Freestanding Michel Ducaroy Wall Unit in Acrylic and Aluminum for Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Markington, GB
Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall unit in acrylic and aluminum for Roche Bobois Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall uni...
Aluminum
$11,700
H 81.89 in W 188.19 in D 15.75 in
Michel Ducaroy Modular Wall Unit in Black Lacquered Wood and Steel
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Michael Ducaroy, free-standing wall unit, chrome-plated steel, lacquered wood, France, 1970s Sleek and stunning free-standing wall unit designed by Michael Ducaroy in the 1970s. In ...
Steel
Large Kofod Larsen Sideboard Credenza
By Niels Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Extra long Brazilian Rosewood sideboard credenza with five doors and pull out velvet lined drawers designed by Kofod Larsen.
Hardwood
German Modern Studded Maple Entertainment Unit
Located in Astoria, NY
German Modern Studded Tiger Maple Entertainment Center, with two doors opening to two shelves above two drawers. 78" H x 42" W x 24" D. Provenance: From a 28 East 70th Street Penth...
Brass
Mastercraft High Gloss Black Laquer and Brass Sideboard, 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored sideboard by Mastercraft. It is pill shaped and an iconic design. This is a high gloss black lacquer with shelving on one side ...
Brass
$14,096
H 42.13 in W 78.75 in D 20.87 in
Art Deco Sideboard in Macassar in High Gloss Lacquer with Marble, France 1930s
Located in Ulm, DE
This remarkable French Art Deco sideboard from the 1930s showcases the sophisticated materiality and refined geometry that defined the era’s most exclusive furniture. The body is cla...
Marble
$4,500
H 80.25 in W 32.75 in D 22 in
Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart Two Tone Lacquered & Walnut Bookshelf
By Glenn of California, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Wood, Walnut
Roche Bobois Speed Up Sideboard by Sacha Lakic
By Sacha Lakic, Roche Bobois
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Speed Up sideboard, designed by Sacha Lakic for Roche Bobois. This sleek and modern piece is the perfect addition to any luxury living space. Crafted with hi...
Metal
Chest of Drawers by Dal Vera for Roche Bobois, Signed, 1978
By Dal Vera, Roche Bobois
Located in Beerse, VAN
This Roche Bobois chest of drawers was manufactured by Dal Vera in 1978 in Italy. Crafted with Roche Bobois’ signature attention to detail, it offers generous drawer space, making e...
Bamboo, Beech
Sold
H 22.45 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in
Buffet bas 2 portes Roche Bobois en loupe d'érable Jean-Claude MAHEY 1970's
By Jean Claude Mahey, Roche Bobois
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Buffet bas 2 portes Roche Bobois en loupe d'érable Jean-Claude MAHEY 1970's
Brass
Roche Bobois Purple Wave Bar Cabinet
By Roche Bobois
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Roche Bobois Purple Wave Bar Cabinet, a stunning addition to any luxury home. This elegant piece features a unique wave design across the cabinet doors, adding a touc...
Metal
Globo Sideboard 1 by Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Globo Sideboard by Roche Bobois, a true statement piece for any luxury living space. Crafted with the finest materials, this sideboard features a sleek and m...
Wood
Pair of display cases by Pierre Cardin for Roche Bobois 1970
By Pierre Cardin, Roche Bobois
Located in Conversano, IT
Stunning pair of display cases designed by Pierre Cardin and produced by Roche Bobois in the 1970s. The display cases are in excellent condition and are made of glossy black lacquere...
Crystal
Roche Bobois Glassbox Sideboard in Anthracite & Smoked Glass
By Roche Bobois
Located in Basildon, London
The Roche Bobois Glassbox Sideboard in Anthracite and Smoked Glass blends modern elegance with functional design. Crafted with a sleek anthracite frame and featuring smoked glass doo...
Wood, Glass
Sold
H 78.75 in W 81.11 in D 25.2 in
Armoire vintage en rotin, rotin tressé et bois Maugrion pour Roche-Bobois
By Roche Bobois
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Armoire vintage des années 70, marque Maugrion éditée par Roche-Bobois, en rotin, rotin tressé et bois, poignées rondes et plates, 3 parties penderie avec étagère supérieure, 1 parti...
Rattan
Sold
H 109.45 in W 85.44 in D 15.75 in
Modular Shelving System by Michel Ducaroy for Roche Bobois 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Roche Bobois
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Purchasing the Modular Shelving System by Michel Ducaroy for Roche Bobois from the 1970s offers exceptional design, quality, and versatility. Michel Ducaroy's timeless design ensures...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Sold
H 78.75 in W 54.34 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Modular Shelf by Michel Ducaroy for Roche Bobois, France, 1970
By Michel Ducaroy, Roche Bobois
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Purchasing the Vintage Modular Shelf by Michel Ducaroy for Roche Bobois, France, 1970, offers a blend of aesthetic appeal, quality, and investment potential. Michel Ducaroy's design ...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Sold
H 28.75 in W 97.64 in D 22.05 in
Sideboard with Mother of Pearl Decorations by Pierre Cardin for Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois, Pierre Cardin
Located in Conversano, IT
Extraordinary vintage Pierre Cardin sideboard, an authentic work of design art, produced by Roche Bobois in black lacquered wood, mother-of-pearl and brass. With its bold brass lines...
Brass
Sold
H 30.71 in W 90.56 in D 19.69 in
A1970s black piano lacquer and brass sideboard by Jean Claude Mahey
By Jean Claude Mahey, Roche Bobois
Located in London, GB
A 1970s black piano lacquer sideboard by Jean Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois. The sideboard has wonderful Art Deco feel as it was des...
Brass