With enduring designs like the immensely plush, Pop art–inspired Togo lounge chair and sofa, Ligne Roset has become synonymous with radical luxury furniture. However, when Antoine Roset (1841–93) started the company in 1860 in the small French town of Oussiat, its focus was on wooden umbrella handles.
In 1892, Ligne Roset’s founder expanded with a property in Montagnieu where he set up a wood-processing factory, eventually expanding into manufacturing chairs. After his death, his wife, Marie-Victorine, took over before his son, Emile Roset, began leading the company in the 1910s.
It wasn’t until after World War II that Antoine’s grandson, Jean Roset, would recognize the need for furniture in settings like schools, hospitals and retirement homes and take inspiration from Scandinavian modern design for functional pieces made primarily from affordable beech.
Under Jean, Ligne Roset supplied quite a few European institutions with beautiful wood furnishings. In the 1970s, he shifted the company’s focus again, this time looking to domestic and residential markets. Around this time, Jean’s two sons, Pierre and Michel, joined the company.
Ligne Roset opened its first store in 1973 with one of the most popular collections being designer Michel Ducaroy’s Togo modular sofa and chairs — classics of contemporary French design that look like oversize bent pillows.
After the success of this initial designer collaboration, Ligne Roset brought on more guest designers over the following decades, including Didier Gomez, Pascal Mourgue, Peter Maly, Pierre Paulin, Inga Sempé and Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec. Paulin’s Elysée sofa and Pumpkin chair — designed in 1971 for Elysée Palace — are among the brand’s most popular pieces. In 1975, the company introduced its Cinna brand, known to collectors for the Sandra sofa designed by Annie Hiéronimus and other alluring seating.
Ligne Roset continues to be run by the Roset family who works on revolutionary furniture in partnership with a variety of collaborators. It has operated in Briord since 1973 where it produces its iconically sleek and innovative pieces.
Find new and vintage Ligne Roset sofas, lounge chairs, tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
$2,922
H 26.78 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Original Ligne Roset Zweisitzer Sofa Design Couch Urbani Leder braun
By Ligne Roset
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Zwei- bis Dreisitzer Sofa vom französischen Traditionshersteller Ligne Roset zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa stammt aus dem Jahr 2008, trägt die Modellbezeichnu...
Steel, Chrome
Cinna / Ligne Roset Daybed Sofa GAO Design Jean Paul Laloy
By Cinna (Ligne Roset)
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Cinna / Ligne Roset Sofa Daybed Model GAO designed by Jean Paul Laloy. Rare Daybed Sofa in very good condition. The colour of the fabric is brown and...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
$3,345
H 30.71 in W 92.52 in D 32.68 in
Original Ligne Roset Sofa Ted Design Couch Peter Maly Dreisitzer
By Ligne Roset, Peter Maly
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Design Sofa von Ligne Roset zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Peter Maly, wurde bekannt unter dem Namen Ted und gilt als Neuinterpretation des Desig...
Metal
Eric Jourdan for Ligne Roset Snowdonia Cream Modernist Sofa
By Eric Jourdan, Ligne Roset
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A sculptural Modernist Snowdonia Sofa designed by Eric Jourdan (French b. 1961) for Ligne Roset, France. Constructed in the early 2000s in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. The low-s...
Metal
Didier Gomez for Ligne Roset Modern Convertible Daybed Sofa
By Ligne Roset, Didier Gomez
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern convertible daybed sofa By Didier Gomez for Ligne Roset France, Early 21st Century Measures: 81"W x 43"D x 37"H. Seat height: 16". Very good original vintage c...
Steel
Ligne Roset Sofa Couch Multy Claude Brisson weiß Zweisitzer
By Ligne Roset, Claude Brisson
Located in Berlin, DE
Mit dem Zweisitzer von Ligne Roset (Modell: Multy) bieten wir einen wahren Designklassiker zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa verfügt über einen weißen/ sehr hellen Bezug und lässt sich ebenfa...
Fabric
Yoko 3-Seater Sofa, Leather by Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Toronto, CA
Exceptional YOKO 3-seater in new, extremely soft caramel leather. Designed by Michel Ducaroy, famous for producing the TOGO for Ligne Roset, and produced only for a few years from 1...
Leather, Foam
$7,550
H 27.56 in W 66.93 in D 39.38 in
Michel Ducaroy Togo Three-Seat Sofa in Almond Alcantara for Ligne Roset, France
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Schilde, BE
Iconic three-seat ‘Togo’ sofa designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. Originally introduced in 1973, the Togo has become one of the most recognizable and enduring seating designs of the 20th century. Its distinctive low profile, ergonomic all-foam construction, and signature pleated upholstery offer exceptional comfort and a sculptural presence. This 21st century example is upholstered in Almond-colored Alcantara, a soft and durable microfiber fabric that enhances the relaxed yet refined character of the design. The neutral tone makes it versatile and suitable for both contemporary and mid-century interiors. The sofa retains the original manufacturer’s label. A timeless design classic that remains as relevant today as at its introduction. Seats: 3 Original upholstery No restorations Ready to place Michel Ducaroy Togo sofa Ligne Roset French design 1970s design Iconic seating Mid-century modern Alcantara sofa...
Foam, Fabric
Original GAO Sofa Couch Ligne Roset Cinna Jean Paul Laloy
By Cinna (Ligne Roset)
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein cooles ausklappbares Zweisitzer Schlafsofa von Ligne Roset / Cinna zum Verkauf an. Das Modell heißt "GAO", wurde von Jean Paul Laloy ent...
Fabric
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Brown Fabric Aralia Sofa
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, the Aralia sofa is similar in style to the iconic Togo and Kashima designs. Built for laid back comfort, the two seat sofa is constructed...
Fabric
