On the Rocks Sofa by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, Italy, 2004

About the Item

Designed by Francesco Binfaré for Edra in 2004, On the Rocks is a bold, sculptural sectional sofa made up of three seating elements and one large, freely positioned backrest. With no fixed structure and generous, irregular shapes, it invites playful configurations that adapt to any mood or gathering. Its unconventional geometry is meant to be explored, shared, and rearranged, ideal for open spaces where it can take center stage. Whether arranged as a unified form or spread apart, it transforms a room with its dynamic presence. On the Rocks blurs the line between furniture and soft architecture, making comfort a statement. Finished with Edra’s signature tag, this sofa is a true icon of contemporary design: authentic, expressive, and endlessly reconfigurable. Dimensions Biggest piece: W 225 cm, D 140 cm, H 35 cm Smaller pieces: W 220 cm, D 150 cm, H 35 cm

Creator:
Francesco Binfaré (Designer),Edra (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 133.86 in (340 cm)Depth: 125.99 in (320 cm)Seat Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Fabric
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
2000-2009
Date of Manufacture:
2004
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Antwerp, BE
Reference Number:
Seller: GW42311stDibs: LU933445679272

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Edra

The name Edra is derived from the Greek word exedra, meaning a space for conversation and socialization. True to its name, the Italian furniture manufacturer creates beautiful seating like sofas and armchairs, as well as coffee tables and end tables to go with them. Its unique and heritage-quality modern pieces are sure to become the classics of tomorrow.

Edra was established in 1987 in Tuscany with the goal of combining traditional craftsmanship and technological innovation into a new style of collectible design. The company wanted to challenge established ideas about how living room furniture such as chairs, tables and cabinets are to look and function, deploying cutting-edge materials and working with unique shapes to produce exciting designs that disrupted the design world.

Part of Edra’s success has been due to its fruitful collaborations with acclaimed designers. The company has worked with Italian designer Francesco Binfare since 1992, producing the iconic Tangeri, Angels, Flap and Essential seating collections. Jacopo Foggini, known for his own innovative designs, is another frequent Edra collaborator. In 2022, Edra and Foggini released the sea-inspired A'mare collection of translucent blue outdoor furniture made from polycarbonate.

Edra has also represented Italy on several international sporting stages. The company was an official furniture supplier for the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, the 2018 Olympics in Pyeongchang and the 2022 Alpine Skiing World Championships in Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Since its founding, the company's contemporary furniture has been added to museums around the world. Today, Edra's designs are held in the collections of New York City’s Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.

In 2022, Edra also exhibited at the Salone Del Mobile, where the brand debuted a chic, pebble-inspired sofa — On the Rocks — that demonstrates the company's continued commitment to originality and ingenuity.

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