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French 9-Piece Serpentine Sectional Sofa Attributed to Étienne Fermigier, 1970s

$26,000per set
£19,558.23per set
€22,657.31per set
CA$36,654.62per set
A$40,762.38per set
CHF 21,390.85per set
MX$497,077.62per set
NOK 270,387.84per set
SEK 253,499.38per set
DKK 169,111.41per set

About the Item

This rare nine-piece serpentine sectional—attributed to French designer Étienne Fermigier, 1970s—channels the modular exuberance of postmodern living. Each bulbous module retains its original upholstery in a saturated spectrum from oxblood to fuchsia to Yves Klein blue, resting playfully on Fermigier’s signature rubber ball feet. Sculptural and unapologetically expressive, the composition morphs with placement, offering endless configurations. A bold architectural gesture disguised as a place to lounge. Étienne Fermigier (1932–1973) was a visionary force in postwar French design, whose career, though tragically brief, left an enduring imprint. Trained at both the École Boulle and the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs, he opened his own studio in 1957 and quickly established a language of form that felt both industrial and poetic. Fermigier was drawn to the aesthetics of production—embracing emerging materials like molded foam and metal to craft silhouettes that were at once functional and sculptural. Best known for his sinuous, organic seating, he also turned his hand to a wide range of objects, from radios and televisions to desk accessories and hardware—each imbued with a quiet, modern clarity. Condition: Fair vintage condition, with significant wear and various tears to the upholstery. Includes a few brackets to keep the pieces in-tact. Reupholstery recommended; we have elected to sell this sectional in its current state so the end user can select fabric. Upholstery services are available through our showroom (Fabric + Upholstery Labor is not included in the purchase price). Additional Dimensions: Red: 23"W x 31"D; Pink: 29"W (widest) / 14.5"W (narrowest); Orange: 23"W; Yellow: 30”W (widest) / 15.5"W (narrowest); Purple: 15"W (narrowest) / 29"W (widest); Blue: 15"W (narrowest) / 29"W(widest)
  • Attributed to:
    Etienne Fermigier (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 174 in (441.96 cm)Depth: 109 in (276.86 cm)Seat Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 9
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Fair vintage condition, with significant wear and various tears to the upholstery. Includes a few brackets to keep the pieces in-tact. Reupholstery recommended.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1.0124011274551E131stDibs: LU5092146169762

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