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Artifort Furniture

Dutch

The sterling reputation that Artifort enjoys isn’t limited to the innovative upholstery and fluid, organic shapes for which its products are widely known — the legendary Dutch brand’s vintage seating and other furniture is also celebrated for its embodiment of functionality, comfort and quality. These are among the principles that underpin the philosophy toward modern furniture design at Artifort, which has been at the crossroads of furniture and art for over 125 years.

Prior to 1928, the year Artifort officially became a brand, Jules Wagemans had a small upholstery business in Maastricht, the Netherlands. After setting up in 1890, his son, Henricus Wagemans, broadened the scope of the company to include furniture production. By the end of the 1920s, their showroom in Amsterdam had made them a recognizable brand across the Netherlands.

Then named H. Wagemans & Van Tuien, the company changed its name to Artifort after the economic recession. Artifort came from two Latin words meaning “art” and “strong” — a perfect description for the style of each design and the manufacturer’s intention to create sturdy furnishings. Artifort’s reputation for durable armchairs and sofas endures, and vintage editions of this seating are now family heirlooms in many homes.

Artifort became a magnet for high-profile and up-and-coming designers alike. Many furniture designers’ careers began thanks to collaborations with Artifort, such as Dutch industrial and jewelry designer Gijs Bakker and Indonesian-born designer Kho Liang Ie. Also known for designing the interiors at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, Kho Liang Ie was an aesthetic consultant at Artifort and used his expertise to turn the company into a world-class brand. Perhaps his largest contribution, however, was attracting the talents of French furniture and interior designer Pierre Paulin and English furniture designer Geoffrey D. Harcourt.

Paulin’s bright and colorful lounge chairs, such as his Orange Slice chair and Mushroom chair, are still central to the Artifort identity. The revered designer not only introduced new construction techniques to Artifort furniture, but contributed fresh materials, Pop art colors and dazzling shapes to the mid-century modern era as a whole, while Harcourt deserves credit for popularizing Artifort internationally and extending their reach into foreign markets.

Another talent boom in the 1990s at Artifort yielded collaborations with Jasper Morrison, Wolfgang Mezger and René Holten. Iranian designer Khodi Feiz was named art director in 2014 and has continued the tradition of recruiting top designers such as Claesson Koivisto Rune, Ilse Crawford and Luca Nichetto.

Find a collection of vintage Artifort lounge chairs, tables and more on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Artifort
"Circle" Coffee Table by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice round coffee table, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 1960s. This particular table is fabricated end 60's. The name of the table is "Circle" and it is manufactured by A...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Steel

Set of Model F570 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare set of lounge chairs, model F570. Designed by Pierre Paulin in 1963 and manufactured by Artifort. This beautiful model was produced for just a very short time, 1 year, ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal

"Apollo" Chair by Patrick Norguet for Artifort
By Artifort, Patrick Norguet
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice and comfortable Artifort Apollo Chair, designed by Patrick Norguet in 2002. It is covered with the original black Gabriel Fame wool fabri...
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Early 2000s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Furniture

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Steel

1940s Sofa Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Very rare set of 3 armchairs and bench designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort made from leather and oak with block turned legs and arms. In 1936 Ruth joined Wagemans and Van Tuinen, first as a furniture maker and then, from 1939, as head of the design and development department. Ruth was the first permanent designer at Artifort furniture. 1940s - Netherlands The chairs are beautiful made with quality oak and nice patinated but comfortable leather seats...
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1940s Dutch Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Leather, Oak

Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s
By Artifort
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by the Artifort design group in 1987, the 691 sofa has been in production ever since making it a true classic of the collection. Fully upholstered in a blue-grey...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Fabric

Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s
Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s
$1,308 Sale Price
39% Off
"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1970s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Artifort F157 "Oyster" chair designed by Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) for Artifort in 1970S. Introducing the Oyster lounge chair by Pierre Paulin...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Chrome

Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chair in Ash and Orange Upholstery
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chair, stained ash, fabric, The Netherlands, 1952 Known as an iconic creation of the Artifort's production line, the Congo easy chair embraces...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Fabric, Ash

Artifort "Winner" Lounge Chair by Floris van den Broecke, Netherlands 1980s
By Artifort
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Beautiful rare 760 Winner armchair by Floris van den Broecke. Looking for a standout piece of furniture to add to your home or office? Look no ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal

Set of Iconic Artifort F330 ‘Cordoba’ Lounge Chairs in Soft Ochre Leather
By Artifort, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Voorburg, NL
Rare set of Artifort F330 lounge chairs designed by Gerard van den Berg. These classic chairs with high comfort come in beautiful Ochre soft leather upholstery and with black wooden ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Theo Ruth 122 Lounge Chair Alpaca Wool Artifort, 1956
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and cosy lounge chair model 122 designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by Artifort, Holland 1956. The chair has black painted cast iron legs and is newly upholstered with p...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal

Artifort Green Lilla Stool Patrick Norguet in Stock
By Artifort, Patrick Norguet
Located in New York, NY
We are very fond of Lilla, the little stool Artifort introduced in 2006. It adds colour and fun to a house or office like no other. Lilla is extremely practical and can be easily dou...
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2010s Dutch Artifort Furniture

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Fabric

Artifort Beso Sled Base Lounge Chair in STOCK
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Beso lounge chair UPHOLSTERED IN PG CC: MAX KNIT #923 Beso, Spanish for ‘kiss’, is an affordable and highly versatile chair programe created by Dutch designer Khodi Feiz. In terms of shape and construction, the Beso allows for long comfortable dinners with friends and family or brainstorm sessions, without the need to take a break or stretch your legs. The chair was introduced at the Milan Furniture Fair in 2016. The Beso sled base lounge chair...
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2010s Dutch Artifort Furniture

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Fabric

1960, Pierre Paulin, Original 1st Fabric Silver Grey Leather Slice Chair
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Theo Ruth Pair of Lounge Chairs in Patterned Upholstery
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, pair of easy chairs, model 115, metal, fabric, The Netherlands, 1958 An iconic easy chair with a sleek metal base, expertly designed by the Dutch designer T...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal

Vintage Reupholstered Pierre Paulin Big Tulip Chair, for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage reupholstered Pierre Paulin big tulip chair, for Artifort, 1960s A lounge chair by Pierre Paulin produced by Artifort, with red wool...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal

Black Leather Vintage Artifort Design Armchair Model NINA in Leather
By Rene Holten, Artifort
Located in Harderwijk, NL
The Artifort NINA armchair is designed by Dutch designer René Holten and fits easily into almost any interior. This armchair is striking and timeless due...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Artifort Furniture

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Metal

Theo Ruth f115 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
F115 Sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1958. These are rare pieces; amazing and sophisticated center-pieces. We also have two armchairs available. The sofa has been n...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal

Pierre Paulin, Globe Seat F 422 and Its Ottoman in Steel and Fabric, circa 1960
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pierre Paulin, globe seat F 422 and its ottoman in steel and fabric, circa 1960 Artifort Edition.
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

Materials

Steel

1965, Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Set Early Original Base and Red Blue Fabric
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach, check last pictures on this listing and/or find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-) Set of four Tulip chairs in red with red bleu upholstery. All chairs are rotatable. This unique set off four consist of 2 chairs in a fairly good condition (pictures 1st chair...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal

1970s Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort Conference Desk Chair with Arms in Fabric
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Large Swivel Desk or Conference Chair, designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 1970s. The chairs were produced in The Netherlands. The listed price includes o...
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1970s Dutch Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Steel

Hartmut Lohmeyer for Artifort Easy Chair, Netherlands, 1957
By Hartmut Lohmeyer, Artifort
Located in Almelo, NL
Hartmut Lohmeyer for Artifort easy chair, The Netherlands 1957. The "Columbus" lounge or easy chair by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Artifort. ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

2010s Lilla 2.0 Low Stool in Royal Blue Fabric by Patrick Norguet for Artifort
By Patrick Norguet, Artifort
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Lilla Stool, Edition 2.0, originally designed by Patrick Norguet in 2006. The piece was designed in Paris and manufactured by Artifort in the Netherlands. These examples da...
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2010s Dutch Modern Artifort Furniture

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Upholstery

Elegant Artifort C 070 Lounge Chair by Kho Liang Ie in Black Leather and Chrome
By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort
Located in Voorburg, NL
Very elegant C 070 lounge chair designed by Kho Liang Ie in 1964 for Artifort. The chair comes in black leather in perfect condition constructed on a very heavy chromed base. Manufac...
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Early 2000s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Furniture

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Chrome

1968, Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, Chrome Base 2-Seat, Redone in Purple Fabric
By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Jeremy Harvey, Hello There Breakfast Set for Artifort
By Artifort
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Furniture

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Porcelain

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 particular chair is fabricated in the 80's ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Furniture

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Fabric

Artifort furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Artifort furniture 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 Artifort furniture, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Artifort were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Pierre Paulin, UMS Pastoe, and Martin Visser. Prices for Artifort furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $169 and can go as high as $37,614, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,939.

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