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Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair

Stunning Pair Vintage Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs Mid-Century
Stunning Pair Vintage Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs Mid-Century

Stunning Pair Vintage Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs Mid-Century

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning pair of vintage Pierre Paulin ribbon chairs. Manufactured by Artifort and distributed by Turner Ltd in the late 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs by Artifort
Pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs by Artifort

Pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs by Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Dallas, TX

Exceptional pair of vintage Ribbon Chairs designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

French Design Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chairs by Artifort, 1990s
French Design Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chairs by Artifort, 1990s

French Design Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chairs by Artifort, 1990s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Renens, CH

The Ribbon Chair, with its distinctive silhouette is an iconic piece of furniture designed in 1966 by Pierre Paulin: Pierre Paulin was a Paris-born French designer, who created his...

Category

1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chair, Fabric, Wood, Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s
Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chair, Fabric, Wood, Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s

Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chair, Fabric, Wood, Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in High Point, NC

A lacquered wood and graphic printed fabric Ribbon Chair designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Customizable Artifort Ribbon Chair  by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Ribbon Chair  by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

A completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-known ribbon form.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile

Pierre Paulin For Artifort Ribbon Chairs with Ottomans
Pierre Paulin For Artifort Ribbon Chairs with Ottomans

Pierre Paulin For Artifort Ribbon Chairs with Ottomans

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a superb pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Lounge chairs for Artifort. They are upholstered in a royal blue linen fabric that can be removed for cleaning.

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Customizable Artifort Ribbon Lounge Chair  by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Ribbon Lounge Chair  by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Ribbon Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

A completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-known ribbon form.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile

Artifort Pierre Paulin Blue Ribbon Lounge Chair in Stock
Artifort Pierre Paulin Blue Ribbon Lounge Chair in Stock

Artifort Pierre Paulin Blue Ribbon Lounge Chair in Stock

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

upholstered in Planum (DD) 0201 Base- Ral 9001 / Cream White glossy A completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-kno...

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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mid Century Ribbon Chairs with Ottoman
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mid Century Ribbon Chairs with Ottoman

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mid Century Ribbon Chairs with Ottoman

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mid Century Ribbon Chairs with Ottoman The chair measures: 39.5 wide x 30 deep x 27.75 high, with a seat height of 15 inches and arm height/chair clearanc...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

"Ribbon" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
"Ribbon" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

"Ribbon" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This iconic and innovative ribbon chair and matching ottoman designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort is a stunning organic form of contoured tubular steel that is ergonomically design...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Beige Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Mid-Century Modern
Beige Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Mid-Century Modern

Beige Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Astoria, NY

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Beige Upholstered Ribbon Chair, with Turner Ltd label to the underside, mounted on painted wood and mirrored base. 28" H x 39" W x 29" D; seat: 15" H.

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Amazing Ribbon Chair in a very rare edition. It is designed by the famous Pierre Paulin (France) in the 60's and produced by Artifort (The Netherlands).

Category

Early 2000s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966

Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

An iconic Ribbon Chair, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's

Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Stunning Ribbon Chair, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Original Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Pair of Original Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Pair of Original Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of iconic Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Original Made in the Netherlands labels.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Linen, Wood

Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's

Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Stunning set of Ribbon Chairs, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ribbon Chair With Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990's
Ribbon Chair With Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990's

Ribbon Chair With Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990's

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Amazing Ribbon Chair with Ottoman in a very rare edition.

Category

1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Mid Century Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's

Mid Century Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Stunning Ribbon Chair, designed by the famous French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Martin Ballendat for Wiesner Hager, 8 Chairs
Martin Ballendat for Wiesner Hager, 8 Chairs

Martin Ballendat for Wiesner Hager, 8 Chairs

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 22.45 in

Martin Ballendat for Wiesner Hager, 8 Chairs

By Wiesner-Hager

Located in Lábatlan, HU

Ballendat is known for the Perillo chair (his version of Pierre Paulin's Ribbon chair) and the N@t chair (for Rossin) Marked: below on seat, see photos.

Category

1990s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Pierre Paulin Artifort Ribbon Lounge Chair in Kvadrat Tonus Fabric
Pierre Paulin Artifort Ribbon Lounge Chair in Kvadrat Tonus Fabric

Pierre Paulin Artifort Ribbon Lounge Chair in Kvadrat Tonus Fabric

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Paris, FR

Ribbon chair originally created by Pierre Paulin in 1966.

Category

2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair, Artifort 1966
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair, Artifort 1966

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair, Artifort 1966

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Vintage Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair by Artifort and imported to the US by Turner.

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs Upholstered with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs Upholstered with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs Upholstered with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Price reduced from $24,000 Most unbelievable and unique pair of original Pierre Paulin Ribbon chairs. Original fabric by Jack Lenor Larsen on white lacquered wood base.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Lounge Chairs

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs

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H 27.5 in W 38.75 in

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Original, first-issue pair of ribbon chairs model 582, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Boxwood

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair

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H 28.5 in W 39.5 in L 28.5 in

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

A completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-known ribbon form. Metal frame with horizontal springs, covered with foam...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with ottoman
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with ottoman

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with ottoman

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H 28.35 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with ottoman

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

A completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-known ribbon form. Metal frame with horizontal springs, covered with foam...

Category

2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with ottoman
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with ottoman

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with ottoman

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H 28.35 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with ottoman

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

A completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-known ribbon form. Metal frame with horizontal springs, covered with foam...

Category

2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair by Artifort
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair by Artifort

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair by Artifort

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H 28 in W 40 in D 31.5 in

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair by Artifort

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Highland, IN

A sensuous design of sublime simplicity, the ribbon chair by Pierre Paulin is as comfortable as it is beautiful.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs in Missoni Fabric
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs in Missoni Fabric

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs in Missoni Fabric

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Pair of Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon chairs and ottoman circa early 1970's.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair for Artifort, 1960
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair for Artifort, 1960

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair for Artifort, 1960

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H 28.75 in W 40.56 in D 29.93 in

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair for Artifort, 1960

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in The Hague, NL

This stunning Ribbon Chair, designed by the renowned French designer Pierre Paulin, is an iconic piece of 1960s modernism.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chair and Ottoman for Artifort
Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chair and Ottoman for Artifort

Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chair and Ottoman for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sculptural chair and ottoman designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort in 1965 but distributed by Turner LTD.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair and Ottoman for Artifort
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair and Ottoman for Artifort

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair and Ottoman for Artifort

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pierre Paulin designed sculptural lounge chair and ottoman for Artifort, c.1960s, France.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair in White and Gray Upholstery
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair in White and Gray Upholstery

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair in White and Gray Upholstery

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Dallas, TX

The iconic ribbon chair by Pierre Paulin designed in 1966. This chair is amazingly comfortable with high style.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rare Pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs
Rare Pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs

Rare Pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs

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H 27 in W 38 in D 30 in

Rare Pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Rare pair of Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon chairs circa late 1960's.

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Vintage 1960s French Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair Ottoman by Artifort
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair Ottoman by Artifort

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair Ottoman by Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Highland, IN

This Pierre Paulin ottoman is waiting to be paired with a ribbon chair to make a set.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pierre Paulin "Ribbon" Chair, Model F582 for Artifort, Netherlands, 1966
Pierre Paulin "Ribbon" Chair, Model F582 for Artifort, Netherlands, 1966

Pierre Paulin "Ribbon" Chair, Model F582 for Artifort, Netherlands, 1966

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Miami, FL

Sculptural Ribbon chair rendered in zebra fabric with a white lacquered pressed wood base, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1966.

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair Ottoman by Artifort.. Classic Pop Modernist.
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair Ottoman by Artifort.. Classic Pop Modernist.

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair Ottoman by Artifort.. Classic Pop Modernist.

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Buffalo, NY

This Pierre Paulin ottoman is waiting to be paired with a ribbon chair to make a set.

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair In Jack Lenor Larsen Momentum Fabric For Artifort
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair In Jack Lenor Larsen Momentum Fabric For Artifort

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair In Jack Lenor Larsen Momentum Fabric For Artifort

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

The Ribbon Chair is among Pierre Paulin’s most celebrated designs, a sculptural seating form that perfectly reflects the designer’s innovative approach to comfort and modern living.

Category

Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Pierre Paulin Ribbon Lounge Chair for Artifort
Vintage Pierre Paulin Ribbon Lounge Chair for Artifort

Vintage Pierre Paulin Ribbon Lounge Chair for Artifort

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Pierre Paulin "Ribbon" chair for Artifort. Original upholstery fabric that's in good condition and needs cleaning, circa 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair

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H 27 in W 39 in D 30 in

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Dallas, TX

Ribbon chair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.

Category

Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Pierre Paulin Artifort Ribbon Chair and Ottoman
Pierre Paulin Artifort Ribbon Chair and Ottoman

Pierre Paulin Artifort Ribbon Chair and Ottoman

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Pierre Paulin for Artifort ribbon chair and ottoman, circa late 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair

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H 28.5 in W 39.5 in L 28.5 in

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

For your consideration is a striking piece of 1970s design the "Ribbon" chair from Pierre Paulin for Artifort.

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair is Pierre Frey Boucle'
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair is Pierre Frey Boucle'

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair is Pierre Frey Boucle'

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautiful and amazingly comfortable Ribbon Chair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.

Category

20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair and Ottoman
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair and Ottoman

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Ribbon Chair and Ottoman

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Dallas, TX

Ribbon chair and ottoman designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.

Category

Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Modernist Ribbon Chair, Surrealist, Manner of Pierre Paulin
Modernist Ribbon Chair, Surrealist, Manner of Pierre Paulin

Modernist Ribbon Chair, Surrealist, Manner of Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Buffalo, NY

After Pierre Paulin F-598. Upholstery, tubular steel, anodized aluminum. "A chair should be more than simply functional. It should be friendly, fun and colorful." -Pierre Paulin....

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of "Ribbon" Style Chairs after Pierre Paulin
Pair of "Ribbon" Style Chairs after Pierre Paulin

Pair of "Ribbon" Style Chairs after Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Toronto, ON

This cool pair of ribbon style chairs are in their original pale yellow upholstery and and are supported by a fiberglass base over metal. The covers are zippered so they can be easil...

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Vintage 1980s American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Yellow Ribbon Chair, 1970s
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Yellow Ribbon Chair, 1970s

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Yellow Ribbon Chair, 1970s

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H 28.01 in W 40.01 in D 33.01 in

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Yellow Ribbon Chair, 1970s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Rochester, England

Originally designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966 in collaboration with Artifort, the Ribbon chair is part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, making it a true design...

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Chairs

Materials

Fabric

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Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the pierre paulin ribbon chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each pierre paulin ribbon chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and upholstery. There are 61 variations of the antique or vintage pierre paulin ribbon chair you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a pierre paulin ribbon chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A pierre paulin ribbon chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one pierre paulin ribbon chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Pierre Paulin and Artifort produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair?

The average selling price for a pierre paulin ribbon chair at 1stDibs is $7,608, while they’re typically $860 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced.

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