De Sede sofa, DS-76 – 2-seater sofa / Daybed

De Sede designer team designed this sofa in 1971.
This modular 2-seater sofa in cognac leather. The sofa element can be converted into a guest bed or daybed and back to the sofa in a matter of minutes.
Signs of wear and patina
Measurements:70 x 190 x 95 cm, seat height 40 cm. Bed size: 20 x 220 x 90 cm each item
Produced by De Sede
Designed in 1971, the DS-76 is one of the most representative models produced by De Sede, the Swiss furniture manufacturer internationally renowned for its exceptional leather craftsmanship and its seamless combination of technical innovation and artisanal excellence. Conceived as a modular two-seat sofa, the DS-76 stands out for its remarkable versatility: thanks to an ingenious transformation mechanism, it can be converted within moments into a comfortable guest bed or a spacious daybed, before easily returning to its original sofa configuration without compromising the purity of its design.
Its design perfectly embodies the principles that defined furniture of the 1970s, a decade in which flexibility in domestic living and everyday comfort became central concerns. Generous proportions, low horizontal volumes, and the enveloping presence of leather give the piece an elegant yet inviting character, while its modular construction reflects the period's growing interest in furniture that could adapt to changing lifestyles and multifunctional interiors.

Upholstered in cognac leather, the sofa exemplifies one of De Sede's defining hallmarks: the use of premium-quality hides, meticulously crafted using traditional tanning and upholstery techniques. Rather than concealing the effects of time, the leather develops a rich natural patina that enhances its texture and character, making each example entirely unique.
Founded in Klingnau, Switzerland, in 1965 from a workshop specializing in fine leather goods, De Sede brought the same uncompromising standards of craftsmanship to furniture production. From the late 1960s onward, the company collaborated with leading international designers, developing a collection of sofas and armchairs that quickly became synonymous with high-end European design. Throughout its history, De Sede has remained committed to a philosophy centered on the finest materials, exceptional craftsmanship, and the creation of furniture designed to last for generations.