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Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair for Artifort 1970s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Čelinac, BA
Mushroom Chair By Pierre Paulin For Artifort 1970s
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Vintage Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair for Artifort 1970s
Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair for Artifort 1970s
H 33.86 in W 32.29 in D 36.23 in
Maurice Burke - Set of 8 Mushroom chairs
By Maurice Burke
Located in PAU, FR
Set of Mushroom chairs designed by Maurice Burke in the 1960s. Made by Arkana. The chairs are made
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fiberglass

Vintage Maurice Burke - Set of 8 Mushroom chairs
Maurice Burke - Set of 8 Mushroom chairs
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Mushroom Chairs In White Bouclé Wool by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in London, GB
A pair of newly upholstered Mushroom chairs designed by Pierre Paulin, in white bouclé. The
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Wool, Foam, Plywood

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Green F560 Mushroom Chair
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Pierre Paulin in 1960 in collaboration with Artifort, the Mushroom chair
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1960s Dutch Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin “Mushroom” Chair with Stool for Artifort, Netherlands 1960
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful “Mushroom” chair with matching pouf, designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Mid Century Mushroom Chair, Hand Tufting Beige Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice shape. A very
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Wool, Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Purple Mushroom Chair, Type 200/128, by J. Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice shape. A very
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Velvet, Beech

Set of Eight Mid Century Purple Mushroom Chairs, by J. Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice shape. A very
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Velvet, Beech

Mid Century Mushroom Chair, Hand Tufting Blue Zebra Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice shape. A very
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Wool, Velvet, Beech

Four Mid Century Mushroom Chairs, Hand Tufting Blue Green Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice shape. A very
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Wool, Velvet, Beech

Mid Century Mushroom Chair, Hand Tufting Blue Green Orange Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice shape. A very
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Velvet, Beech, Wool

Set of 2 Mushroom Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy set of 2 Artifort Mushroom Chairs, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

Materials

Bouclé

Set of Eight Mid Century Mushroom Chairs, Hand Tufting Beige Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice shape. A very
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Wool, Velvet, Beech

Set of Four Mid Century Mushroom Chairs, Tufting Blue Zebra Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice shape. A very
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Wool, Velvet, Beech

Pierre Paulin Mushroom Lounge Chairs
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4. Iconic in form and effortless in comfort, this pair of Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chairs has
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Velvet

Pierre Paulin Mushroom Lounge Chairs
Pierre Paulin Mushroom Lounge Chairs
H 25.5 in W 34 in D 32 in
French Design Classic Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mushroom Lounge Chair
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Renens, CH
with Artifort (The Netherlands). Famous are the Tongue, Ribbon or the Mushroom Chair, featured in
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric, Foam

French Classic Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mushroom Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Renens, CH
with Artifort (The Netherlands). Famous are the Tongue, Ribbon or the Mushroom Chair, featured in
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric, Foam

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This lovely
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric, Wood

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This original
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric, Wood

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This lovely
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric, Wood

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60s. These
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60s. These
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s. This
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin F570 Armchair Artifort, 1963
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
a design after the famous mushroom chair which was much more popular and cheaper to produce. This
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Stainless Steel

Pierre Paulin F570 Armchair Artifort, 1963
Pierre Paulin F570 Armchair Artifort, 1963
H 30.71 in W 34.26 in D 29.93 in
Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60s. These
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

An Italian 1950s cocktail chair upholstered in mushroom velvet.
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1950s cocktail chair upholstered in mushroom velvet with brass stud detail and solid
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Wood

Pierre Paulin F675 Butterfly chairs Artifort Netherlands 1963
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
his innovative designs as the Mushroom Chair (1959), the Ribbon Chair (1966) and the Tongue chair
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Steel

Pair of Modern French Mushroom Swivel Chairs in Latte Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
French Modern feels to the max with these Sculptural Mushroom Swivel Chairs that immediately
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1970s American Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Bouclé, Upholstery

Pierre Paulin F572 lounge chair Artifort Netherlands 1967
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
manufacturers Artifort where he is best known for his innovative designs as the Mushroom Chair (1959), the
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin Model F598 Groovy Armchair for Artifort Netherlands, 1972
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
famous Mushroom Chair (1959), the Ribbon Chair (1966), and the Tongue Chair (1968). Notably, Paulin was
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Metal

Mid Century Model F570 Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
books by Pierre Paulin. It is a design after the famous mushroom chair which was more popular and
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Metal

Set of Model F570 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
several books by Pierre Paulin. It is a design after the famous mushroom chair which was more popular and
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Metal

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom Chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s. Covered
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Bouclé

XL Rattan Geflecht „Mushroom“ Sessel Pille mit Schaffell Kissen, Frankreich 70s
Located in Reutlingen, DE
Wunderschöner und seltener, großer Mushroom Rattan Sessel mit neuem Sitzkissen in Schaffell Optik
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Metal

Pierre Paulin 446 Pair of Rare Club Chairs for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Antwerp, BE
chair designs were the Mushroom chair (1959), Ribbon chair (1966) and Tongue chair (1968). Pierre Paulin
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Steel

Pair of Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Custom Swivel Ottoman in Ivory White Bouclé
By Preview, Directional, Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful Post Modern Pair of Swivel Chairs and custom mushroom swivel top ottoman newly
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1990s American Post-Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Bouclé, Upholstery

Eero Aarnio "Silver Chair" For Mobel Italia, 1968
By Eero Aarnio, Mobel Italia
Located in Hilversum, NL
reupholstered in a luxurious mushroom chocolate velvet. The chairs are in very good vintage condition, with only
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Ladder Back Rush Seat Mushroom Cap Farmhouse Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Chester, PA
Unusual pair of ladderback armchairs with rush seats, mushroom cap arms, and solid hardwood frames
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Rush, Birch

Pierre Paulin F560 Mushroom for Artifort, Netherlands, circa 1970
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Mushroom f-560 lounge chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands – circa 1970. The chair is
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric, Wool

Vintage Bohemian Blonde Pressed Bamboo Mushroom Shaped Stool Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Organic modern bamboo plywood mushroom shaped stool, low chair Mid-Century Modern Period. Stunner
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Bamboo

Adrian Pearsall Angular Settee in Cafe au Lait Bouclé c. 1980
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
of Modern 1970s Pierre Paulin Style Mushroom Swivel Chairs in Latte Bouclé
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1980s American Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Bouclé, Upholstery

Vintage Mushroom Chair
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Vintage mushroom chair upholstered with new fabric and fake fur pillow.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric, Upholstery

Vintage Mushroom Chair
Vintage Mushroom Chair
H 22.84 in Dm 27.56 in
Pair of Mushroom chairs and ottoman by Pierre Paulin.
By Pierre Paulin
Located in London, GB
are also called 'Mushroom' chairs. Reupholstered in blue wool.
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1960s French Vintage Mushroom Chair

Beautiful Pair of Green Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair for Artifort, 1960
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Megeve, FR
Reupholstered in a new green Kvadrat fabric.
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

Materials

Wool

Artifort Mushroom Style Club Chair, the Netherlands 1950's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Amsterdam, NL
us of the "Mushroom chair by Artifort.
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Pair of Chairs and Footstool by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
are also called 'Mushroom' chairs. Reupholstered.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

Pair of Chairs and Footstool by Pierre Paulin
Pair of Chairs and Footstool by Pierre Paulin
H 25.2 in W 33.47 in D 25.2 in
Mushroom Pierre Paulin, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Paris, IDF
Mushroom by Pierre Paulin is an iconic chair design that dates back to 1960. Pierre Paulin was a
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Foam

Mushroom Pierre Paulin, 1960s
Mushroom Pierre Paulin, 1960s
H 26.38 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in
Pair of 1960s Thonet Armchairs by Pierre Paulin
By Thonet, Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
century. He is perhaps best known for his innovative designs for Artifort of the 1960s the famed Mushroom
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1960s Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Chrome, Steel

Pair of 1960s Yellow Mushroom Stools by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
the 1960s– the famed Mushroom Chair (1959), the Ribbon Chair (1966) and the Tongue chair (1968)– but
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1960s Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Foam, Wool

Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Highland, IN
A terrific example of Paulin's organic design aesthetic, the mushroom chair sprouts from the floor
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

Materials

Steel

Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair
Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair
H 26.75 in W 25 in D 33 in
Hot Pink Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Hot pink Pierre Paulin Mushroom chair. Item is in very good to excellent vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Mushroom Chair

Mushroom Chair by Pierre Paulin 'Model F560'
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mushroom chair by Pierre Paulin (Model F560).
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

Materials

Bouclé

Mushroom Chair 'Model F560' by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mushroom chair (Model F560) by Pierre Paulin.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

Materials

Cotton

F560 Mushroom Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Izegem, VWV
Plush, sculptural and low to the ground, the Mushroom chair is seating that prioritizes comfort
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Wool

Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair and Ottoman, for Artifort, circa 1960
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Model mushroom chair and ottoman designed by Pierre Paulin in 1960 for Artifort. Black fabric
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1960s French Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Steel

1950s Mushroom Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Pair
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Wilton, CT
during his career. This pair is called the "Mushroom" chair. Soft, curvy lines and no real visible seams
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Fabric

Mushroom Chair and Pouf by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Chicago, IL
Mushroom Chair and pouf by Pierre Paulin in almost new white stretch fabric. Not the original
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

Vintage Mushroom Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Upholstered in Kvadrat Maharam grey wool fabric.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

Materials

Wool

Vintage Mushroom Chair
Vintage Mushroom Chair
H 28.5 in W 34 in D 31 in
Red Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair for Artifort, 1960
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in London, GB
Red Pierre Paulin Mushroom chair designed for Artifort in 1960, Netherlands. After a brief
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Chair

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Foam, Wood, Wool

Rare Green Willy Guhl Concrete Mushroom Chair
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning green concrete mushroom chair by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. 60 plus years of patina
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1960s Swiss Vintage Mushroom Chair

Materials

Cement

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Vintage Mushroom Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage mushroom chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each vintage mushroom chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and upholstery. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage mushroom chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right vintage mushroom chair, those designed in mid-century modern and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage mushroom chair over the years, but those crafted by Artifort, Pierre Paulin and Laurel Lamp Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Mushroom Chair?

The average selling price for a vintage mushroom chair at 1stDibs is $4,714, while they’re typically $800 on the low end and $14,395 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Vintage Mushroom Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    More than one type of seating is identified as a mushroom chair. Some people refer to Papasan chairs with round cushions placed in a metal or wicker frame as mushroom chairs. In addition, antique chairs of the 17th century with round finials on their posts are sometimes called mushroom chairs. The most common mentions of mushroom chairs, however, refer to the work of venturesome French furniture designer Pierre Paulin, who created a curvy chair upholstered in Pop art fabrics called the Mushroom for Artifort in 1960. Shop a selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.