A de Sede piece lends a strong personality to the room it occupies. One of the world’s most respected furniture design houses, de Sede’s quality Swiss craftsmanship has its foundation in a long history of making expertly designed saddles. Founded in 1965 to build on a successful family-run saddler’s workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede now is a leading manufacturer of leather goods and furniture, including sofas, chairs and beds.
At the core of de Sede’s philosophy is a reverence for the complexity and beauty of handcrafted furniture in an age when mass-produced objects are the norm. Over the years, the atelier has built a name for itself in its modular furniture pieces, which are made using the highest quality leather upholstery. The sleek, elegant pieces incorporate functionality with beauty. Amongst their best-selling designs is the DS-600 introduced in 1972. Also known as the Non Stop sofa, it is a sensually curved, snaking modular sofa whose individual pieces can be zipped together to create multiple variations and arcs.
De Sede has collaborated with some of the world's finest design minds, enhancing the prestige and individuality of their products. Designers like Santiago Calatrava, Antonella Scarpitta, Stephan Hürlemann, Gordon Guillaumier and Philippe Malouin have all created pieces with the atelier. Ubald Klug’s 1974 DS-1025, also known as the Terrazza sofa, is an enduring favorite with its cascading levels of leather. In 2017, de Sede expanded its product line to include high-quality leather handbags, which are as thoughtfully designed and beautifully crafted as its furniture. De Sede AG is now part of the Volare Group AG and continues to handcraft its fine furniture and other goods from its factory in Klingnau.
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$11,474 / set
H 28.75 in W 187.01 in D 37.41 in
Vintage DS46 Modular Leather Sofa from De Sede, 1970s, Set of 5
By De Sede
Located in Rouen, FR
Emblématique du savoir-faire suisse, ce DS-46 signé De Sede est composé de 5 modules indépendants tapissés en cuir de buffle pleine fleur. Le set a été entièrement rénové par nos at...
Leather
$2,824 / set
H 26.78 in W 133.86 in D 33.47 in
Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s.
By Durlet
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s. The sofa consists of four seating elements, 2 two-seats and 2 one-seats. The elements can be attached to each other with...
Leather
$10,800 / set
H 24.81 in W 111.03 in D 85.83 in
De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Patinated Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 6
By De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
De Sede "DS-11" modular sofa, patinated cognac leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of six. The De Sede “DS-11” modular sofa exemplifies the great art of craftsmanship and design of the ...
Leather
$11,800 / set
H 24.81 in W 114.97 in D 89.77 in
De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Natural Leather, 1970, Set of 6
By De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
De Sede "DS-11" modular sofa, natural leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of 6. The De Sede “DS-11” modular sofa exemplifies the great art of craftsmanship and design of the 1970s. The ...
Leather
$14,400 / set
H 24.81 in W 136.23 in D 111.03 in
De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Patinated Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 8
By De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
De Sede "DS-11" modular sofa, patinated cognac leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of 8. The De Sede “DS-11” modular sofa exemplifies the great art of craftsmanship and design of the 19...
Leather
$18,000 / set
H 24.81 in W 114.97 in D 114.97 in
De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Patinated Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 10
By De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
De Sede "DS-11" modular sofa, patinated cognac leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of 10. The De Sede “DS-11” modular sofa exemplifies the great art of craftsmanship and design of the 1...
Leather
$7,500 / set
H 31.5 in W 206.7 in D 33.47 in
Mid-Century Modern Leather Lounge Sofa/Living Room Set/7, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern sectional leather lounge sofa/living room set/7, Switzerland, 1970s Mid-Century Modern sectional leather lounge sofa/living room set of seven seats manufacture...
Leather, Beech
De Sede DS-47 Bullhide Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
This iconic De Sede DS-47 loveseat showcases an unmistakable sculptural presence, crafted from 5 mm thick natural neck leather (nappa leather). The characteristic mast folds and rich...
Leather
De Sede DS-86 Patinated Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-86 Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s An iconic and luxurious three-seater leather sofa from the DS-86 series by De Sede, handcrafted in Switzer...
Leather, Beech
$4,360
H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 34.65 in
De Sede Ds 63 Three-Seater Sofa in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 three-seater sofa in patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Robust DS-63 modular three-seater sofa. This De Sede sofa ensures ultimate c...
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Leather Sofas by Georg Thams, Danish Design
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extra long Danish sofas with original leather upholstery that are very comfortable. One of the sofas has a different cushion from the other 8, though it appears to be a close match. ...
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Danish Leather Sofas in the Style of Georg Thams, 1960s
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extra long Danish sofas with original leather upholstery that are very comfortable. One of the sofas has a different cushion from the other 8, though it appears to be a close match. ...
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage Italian Sofa Bed with Cane Sides and Bronze Details, 1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare, vintage 1950 Italian Sofa Bed with a sleek and minimalistic design. The unit is upholstered in plush gray fabric with a tufted backrest. The armrests feature a combination of ...
Bronze
Vintage High Back Sofa, Inspired by Gio Ponti Sofa, Italy, 1960s
By Gio Ponti
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic Mid-Century Modern three-seater sofa in the style of Gio Ponti, circa 1960. This piece features a gracefully curved backrest extending into full, winged armrests, all resting...
Upholstery, Velvet
Mid-Century Three Seat Office Sofa by Royal Metal Manufacturing, USA, 1950s
By Royal Metal Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Made by Royal Metal Manufacturing, this three seat metal and coated upholstery sofa defined the office during the Mid - Twentieth Century. Sleek, durable and functional, there produc...
Metal
Slope Arm Sofa by Baker Furniture, Beige Silk, Late 20th Century
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
Comfortable, sloped arm sofa with a single cushion and block-style legs made by Baker Furniture. The plush cushioning offers exceptional support, making...
Upholstery, Wood
Photographer Susan Ressler revisits the office life of decades past, whose style still resonates.
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