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.
Ligne Roset Ilot Low Stool
By Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the sleek and modern Ilot Low Stool by Ligne Roset, now available at Rehaus. Crafted with the finest materials and expert craftsmanship, this low stool is the perfect add...
Metal
$2,190
H 28 in W 41 in D 40 in
2023 Yabu Pushelberg Pukka Lounge Chair in Gentle Iron Grey Fabric Upholstery
By Ligne Roset, Yabu Pushelberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Pukka Armchair made of polyether foam covered in Iron grey velvet. The chair was designed by Yabu Pushelberg and produced by Ligne Roset in France. It was made ...
Fabric, Foam
$3,304 / item
H 16.54 in W 37.41 in D 31.5 in
Moooi Bart Footstool in Divina Melange 3, 147 Grey Upholstery
By Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The indispensable items in a sitting room: poufs and footstools. The Bart Pouf and Footstool bring a cosy comfort in your home, combined with the Bart Sofa or Armchair, or as stand-alone pieces. Inspired by 18th-century Rococo, the Bart Pouf and Footstool bring 21st-century comfort with their friendly and rounded charm. Wooden frame covered in foam and dacron, foam seat. Additional information: Material: Foam, wood, dacron, upholstery Upholstery: Divina melange...
Upholstery
$3,450 / item
H 26 in W 39 in D 36 in
Impeccable Ottoman Armchair by Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Ottoman' swiveling armchair designed by Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance for Ligne Roset. Called ottoman because the gorgeous stitching pattern is inspired by traditional Moroccan footstools...
Leather, Suede, Upholstery
$3,165 / item
H 15.75 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
DOOQ Organic Modern Marlon Ottoman, Grey Kvadrat by Pietro Franceschini
By DOOQ, Pietro Franceschini
Located in Lisbon, PT
When pure geometry meets soft curves, something sculptural and sensual comes out. A fine dialogue between oversized legs and clean lines takes place in this piece upholstered in moha...
Bouclé, Velvet
$8,537 / item
H 13.39 in W 39.38 in D 29.53 in
Grey Cadaqués Contemporary Art Ottoman by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Cadaqués ottoman by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá Dimensions: D 75 x W 100 x H 34 cm Materials: beech wood, fabric. Available in other fabrics. The Cadaq...
Fabric, Beech
Ligne Roset Footstool by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec
By Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the ultimate addition to your living space - the Footstool by Ligne Roset. Crafted with the finest materials and exquisite attention to detail, this footstool exudes luxury and sophistication. Its sleek and modern design, combined with its plush cushioning, makes it the perfect piece for both comfort and style. Whether used as a footrest or extra seating, this footstool is a versatile and functional addition to any room. Elevate your home decor with the Footstool by Ligne Roset. Condition Notes: The Ligne Roset Ploum...
Fabric
$5,123 / item
H 16.93 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Ghidini 1961 Tarantino Ottoman in Grey Fabric with Black Base by L. Bozzoli
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Soft and welcoming, this sofa is inspired by the 1970s; a decade that changed our culture forever through freedom and self-discovery. The Sofa invites you to a world of fantasy where...
Fabric
Ligne Roset Two Seater Grey Sofa
By Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the stunning Two Seater Sofa by Ligne Roset, a must-have piece for any modern living space. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this sofa boasts a sleek and conte...
Fabric
Timeless Pouf in Gray by Borja Garcia and José A. Gandia-Blasco
By Gandia Blasco, Borja García
Located in New York, NY
Timeless is the outdoor furniture collection inspired by the rational architectural language from the early 20th century, designed by José A. Gandía-Blasco Canales and Borja García. ...
Aluminum
