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Edra Sofas

Italian

The name Edra is derived from the Greek word exedra, meaning a space for conversation and socialization. True to its name, the Italian furniture manufacturer creates beautiful seating like sofas and armchairs, as well as coffee tables and end tables to go with them. Its unique and heritage-quality modern pieces are sure to become the classics of tomorrow. 

Edra was established in 1987 in Tuscany with the goal of combining traditional craftsmanship and technological innovation into a new style of collectible design. The company wanted to challenge established ideas about how living room furniture such as chairs, tables and cabinets are to look and function, deploying cutting-edge materials and working with unique shapes to produce exciting designs that disrupted the design world.

Part of Edra’s success has been due to its fruitful collaborations with acclaimed designers. The company has worked with Italian designer Francesco Binfare since 1992, producing the iconic Tangeri, Angels, Flap and Essential seating collections. Jacopo Foggini, known for his own innovative designs, is another frequent Edra collaborator. In 2022, Edra and Foggini released the sea-inspired A'mare collection of translucent blue outdoor furniture made from polycarbonate.

Edra has also represented Italy on several international sporting stages. The company was an official furniture supplier for the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, the 2018 Olympics in Pyeongchang and the 2022 Alpine Skiing World Championships in Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Since its founding, the company's contemporary furniture has been added to museums around the world. Today, Edra's designs are held in the collections of New York City’s Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.

In 2022, Edra also exhibited at the Salone Del Mobile, where the brand debuted a chic, pebble-inspired sofa — On the Rocks — that demonstrates the company's continued commitment to originality and ingenuity.

On 1stDibs, find Edra seating, tables and case pieces.

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Creator: Edra
Tatlin Sofa in Velvet from Edra, 1990s
By Edra
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage Tatlin sofa by Mario Cananzi And Roberto Semprini For Edra, Italy, 1990s Made from white velvet swith chrome legs. Fantastic piece for a large living room or even the entra...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Edra Sofas

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Velvet

Contemporary Francesco Binfaré for Edra “On the Rocks” Sofa
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in west palm beach, FL
Introducing the epitome of modern luxury: the Contemporary Francesco Binfaré for Edra 'On The Rocks' Sofa. This exquisite piece seamlessly combines Italian ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Edra Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

Large round red velvet tower sofa by Edra
By Edra
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This red velvet Tatlin sofa was designed by Mario Cananzi and Roberto Semprini for Edra in the 1980s. Inspired by the famous Tatlin tower, a symbol of constructivism created by Vladimir Tatlin. This sofa is upholstered in its original red velvet. It might need new new upholstery because it has some spots and decoloration. The inside is still in good condition. Please check the pictures. 135cm H x 210cm W x 175cm D seating height: 38 cm This wild and amazing Postmodern 'Tatlin' center sofa was designed by Mario Cananzi and Roberto Semprini and produced by Edra in 2002. Covered in a sumptuous red velvet fabric over a steel and wood frame, this high quality and substantially sized circular settee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Edra Sofas

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Steel

Edra Tatlin Sofa Loveseat by Mario Cananzi + Roberto Semprini, Red Velvet ITALY
By Edra, Mario Cananzi & Roberto Semprini
Located in Basel, BS
Edra Loveseat Sofa in Red Velvet--This is an Incredibly spectacular Spiral / Fibonacci Shaped Sofa!! This is a rare piece, an original Italian designer Edra Tatlin...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Edra Sofas

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Steel

Rare Corbeille lounge sofa by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, Italy.
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Rare Corbeille lounge sofa by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, Italy. 3 seater sofa with a white basketshaped woven metal structure and filled with white leather, informal, loosely covere...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Edra Sofas

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Metal

Pack Black Bear Landscape Lounge Sofa by Francesco Binfaré for Edra
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Izegem, VWV
A landscape as a base. A big soft bear lying on its side as a backrest. Leaning over, the big 230cm bear that supports, embraces and welcomes, for a relaxing finally freed from an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Edra Sofas

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Fabric

“Bocca” Sofa by Studio 65 for Edra, Italy, 1999
By Edra, Studio 65
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 1990s “Bocca” sofa designed by Studio 65 and manufactured by Edra in Italy. The Bocca Sofa, also known as the Lips Sofa, is a design icon that has gained international fame for ...
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1990s Italian Edra Sofas

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Fabric

Edra “L’Homme Et La Femme” Sofa in Ostrich Leather
By Edra
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is an exceptionally-rare example of the iconic “L’Homme Et La Femme” Sofa, from the world renown Italian furniture house of Edra. In a world of temporary pleasures, Edra create beautiful furniture that remains a joy forever. Dressed in the most neutral, tactile, durable and quite-remarkable synthetic-ostrich-leather option in a flexible, neutral chalk-white. Whilst being as robust and hard-wearing as rhino skin, its texture is simply divine to the touch, and its appearance nothing short of extraordinary. This piece is in superb, well-maintained condition, having seen light, regular use in the past, with the covering as well-presented as you could possibly hope to find on such a thing. Please be aware that we will be giving this beautiful lump to our hugely-talented leather-specialist prior to sale...
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2010s Edra Sofas

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Leather

Francesco Binfaré Flap Sofa or Daybed in White Leather by Edra 2000s Italy
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
A beautiful flap sofa designed by Francesco Binfaré for Edra upholstered in white leather with nine reclinable parts. The sofa presents a steel structure an...
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Early 2000s Italian Other Edra Sofas

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Metal

Francesco Binafre Shark Sofa in Metal and Dark Brown Fabric by Edra Italy
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Sofa model Shark with a structure in chromed metal, wood, chromed backrest, and ground support, padding in polyurethane foam covered with dark brown fabric. Designed by Francesco Bi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Edra Sofas

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Metal

Francesco Binfaré for Edra Beige On The Rocks Sofa
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in London, GB
Designed by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, the On The Rocks sofa was inspired by the archipelagos of the Mediterranean, creating a unique conte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Edra Sofas

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Fabric

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Sofa Boa by the Brothers Campana for Edra
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Sofa Boa by the Brothers Campana for Edra
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Edra sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Edra sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Edra sofas, although red editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by Edra were created in the modern style in italy during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by and Francesco Binfaré. Prices for Edra sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,939 and can go as high as $18,349, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,282.
Questions About Edra Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The Edra Standard sofa is around 92 centimeters, or 36.2 inches, tall. The seat depth is around 96 centimeters, or 38 inches. Other dimensions, like the length and width, vary due to the fact that the Edra Standard is available in a number of configurations and shapes. Find a variety of Edra furniture on 1stDibs.

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