Vintage DS-47 Two-Seater Sofa from de Sede, 1970s

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A beautifully grounded vintage ds-47 two-seater sofa by de sede, made in switzerland in the 1970s. The ds-47 is one … Read more A beautifully grounded vintage ds-47 two-seater sofa by de sede, made in switzerland in the 1970s. The ds-47 is one of those designs that says everything through material and proportion alone: thick neck leather, softly rounded volumes, low architectural lines, and a quiet kind of authority that only gets better with age. De sede’s own brand history notes that the ds-47 was presented at imm cologne in 1976 and immediately drew attention for its use of exceptionally thick 5 mm bull leather, a detail the company still highlights today as an example of its craftsmanship.

that material quality is really the heart of the piece. De sede grew out of a swiss saddlery tradition and remains closely associated with hand-crafted leather furniture made in switzerland, long-lasting construction, and an almost sculptural treatment of upholstery. The ds-47 captures that particularly well: rather than relying on visible decoration, it lets the leather do the work. The broad rolled arms, dense form, and generous seat create a sofa that feels both restrained and deeply tactile. It is also functional in a way that feels very considered, with a pull-out seat that increases the depth for a more relaxed lounging position. De sede’s current brand material emphasises durability, natural materials, and swiss-made production, which aligns closely with the character of this model.

the shape is compact but substantial, and the leather already shows the kind of lived-in softness and patina that suits de sede so well. It is the sort of piece that works effortlessly in a more brutalist, quiet luxury, or mid-century informed interior, but also adds warmth and contrast to cleaner contemporary spaces. The extendable seat gives it another layer of practicality, making it especially good as a compact lounge sofa where comfort matters as much as presence.

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origin: switzerland
maker: de sede
model: ds-47
designer: manufacturer-attributed; some market listings attribute the model to ueli berger
period: 1970s
type: two-seater sofa / loveseat
material: thick neck leather, upholstery, internal frame
colour: dark brown
dimensions: 139 w × 89–106 d × 72 h cm (54.7 w × 35.0–41.7 d × 28.3 h in)
seat height: 42 cm (16.5 in)
seat depth: adjustable / extendable
notable feature: pull-out seat mechanism for deeper lounging position

condition
good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with use. The leather presents beautifully overall with a rich dark tone and natural patina. Visible signs of age include surface wear, creasing, small scratches, light scuffs, and some pressure marks to the upholstery, all in keeping with a vintage de sede sofa of this type. The piece remains very attractive overall and the wear adds to the character rather than distracting from it. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
designer records,
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