Studio by Agni, an Indian brand known for its artisanal home textiles, unveils Diwan, a sofa that reinterprets the grandeur of an old-world salon through plum velvet, hand embroidery and carved oak. Its camelback profile gives the sofa a distinctive posture, while the expansive embroidered surface transforms a familiar furniture form into an expressive statement piece.
Built on an oak wood structure, the sofa features a distinctive camelback profile, with a gently rising back balanced by generously rolled arms. Below, a polished timber frame lends the piece an architectural quality. Hand-turned fluted legs reference traditional furniture-making techniques, while brass nailheads trace the base and create a precise transition between the upholstery and wood
Diwan Sofa Features Hand-Embroidered Velvet
The hand-embroidered cotton velvet defines the character of the Diwan sofa. A deep plum ground features paisleys, curling leaves and Jacobean-inspired blooms in terracotta, teal, ivory, rust and muted blue. The pattern extends uninterrupted across the back, seat cushions and rolled arms, allowing the textile to shape the sofa’s appearance from every angle.
The upholstery uses bold patterns rather than small decorative accents. Large paisleys sit alongside compact floral forms, while stems and leaves fill the spaces between them. Against the richness of the velvet, the warm oak base grounds the silhouette and balances the elaborate embroidery.
Traditional Craftsmanship Shapes the Sofa Design
The sofa combines traditional furniture-making techniques with detailed textile craftsmanship. Its carved oak structure, fluted legs and brass nailhead detailing establish a defined silhouette, while the embroidered cotton velvet introduces colour, texture and intricate patterns. Together, these elements give the Diwan sofa a layered visual character without diminishing the role of its underlying structure.
Studio by Agni Reinterprets the Classic Diwan
With Diwan, Studio by Agni reworks a form associated with formal Indian interiors into an expressive contemporary sofa. The design gives timber, embroidery and upholstery equal weight, making the hand-worked textile an integral part of the sofa’s architecture rather than merely a finishing touch.
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