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Artifort Seating

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
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mid Century Big Globe Chair
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mid Century Big Globe Chair

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mid Century Big Globe Chair

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Big Globe Lounge Chair F422 designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Designed in 1959. Newer upholstery

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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Fabric

Artifort 410 Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s
Artifort 410 Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s

Artifort 410 Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Amazing Artifort model 410 Chair. This comfortable chair is designed by Theo Ruth in the beginning of the 50's. This original chair is completely restored with new fabric and new fo...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Fabric

Artifort  Beso Adjustable Swivel Stools by Khodi Feiz in STOCK
Artifort  Beso Adjustable Swivel Stools by Khodi Feiz in STOCK

Artifort Beso Adjustable Swivel Stools by Khodi Feiz in STOCK

By Artifort

Located in New York, NY

upholstered in Artifort Lana (AA) 561 Sunny Yellow Height seat 61 cm Bar stool disc, swiveling With felt ring at the bottom Colour of base P67 Chocolate Brown RAL 8017 (Fine textur...

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2010s Dutch Artifort Seating

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Fabric

Model ABCD 1-Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s
Model ABCD 1-Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s

Model ABCD 1-Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Amazing sculptural one-seater ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968. The sofa is composed of three separate segments characterized by the wave-shaped curves. The ...

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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Seating

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Fabric

Vintage Bench by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, 1960s
Vintage Bench by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, 1960s

Vintage Bench by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, 1960s

By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice and solid bench, designed by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort in the 60's. Strong structure with wooden slats and steel. Can be used inside or outside.

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Stainless Steel

Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Stunning Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60’s. This very comfortable and cosy set is just covered with beaut...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Fabric

2005 Patrick Norguet for Artifort Apollo Counter Stool in Yellow Fabric
2005 Patrick Norguet for Artifort Apollo Counter Stool in Yellow Fabric

2005 Patrick Norguet for Artifort Apollo Counter Stool in Yellow Fabric

By Patrick Norguet, Artifort

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Apollo Counter Stools, originally designed by Patrick Norguet in 2002. These particular examples were produced by Artifort in the Netherlands in 2005. The stools are compri...

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Early 2000s Dutch Modern Artifort Seating

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Steel

Mid Century F510 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
Mid Century F510 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s

Mid Century F510 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s

By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very comfortable Artifort lounge chair. Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's. The chair is just restored with new fabric and new foam. It is r...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Bouclé, Plastic, Wood

Theo Ruth f115 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958
Theo Ruth f115 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958

Theo Ruth f115 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

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 Seating

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Metal

Artifort Beso Sled Base Lounge Chair in STOCK
Artifort Beso Sled Base Lounge Chair in STOCK

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 Seating

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin, F784 “Concorde” Lounge Chair, in Brown Fabric for Artifort, 1960s
Pierre Paulin, F784 “Concorde” Lounge Chair, in Brown Fabric for Artifort, 1960s

Pierre Paulin, F784 “Concorde” Lounge Chair, in Brown Fabric for Artifort, 1960s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Beirut, LB

An exceptional piece of mid-century modern design history, this iconic "Concorde" lounge chair was meticulously designed by the renowned French master, Pierre Paulin, and expertly ma...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Seating

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Aluminum

Model 122 chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s The Netherlands.
Model 122 chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s The Netherlands.

Model 122 chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s The Netherlands.

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Landgraaf, NL

Model 122 chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s The Netherlands. Theo Ruth (1915- 1971) was one of the pioneer designers of Artifort. The chair has black cast iron legs and is reuph...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Iron

Artifort F141 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt, Design 1972 (2000s Production)
Artifort F141 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt, Design 1972 (2000s Production)

Artifort F141 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt, Design 1972 (2000s Production)

By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

An elegant and exceptionally comfortable swivel lounge chair, model F141, designed in 1972 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort. This iconic design perfectly reflects Harcourt’s philos...

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Early 2000s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Seating

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Metal

Globe Chair by Pierre Paulin in Brown Leather for Artifort
Globe Chair by Pierre Paulin in Brown Leather for Artifort

Globe Chair by Pierre Paulin in Brown Leather for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Barcelona, ES

Globe chair model F422 designed by Pierre Paulin in 1959 for dutch company Artifort. Rare version upholstered in original chocolate brown leather with swivel steel base and very comf...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Steel

Pierre Paulin F560 Mushroom for Artifort, Netherlands, circa 1970
Pierre Paulin F560 Mushroom for Artifort, Netherlands, circa 1970

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 made in a very dark brown (almost black) wool fabric by Kvadrat. The condition of th...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Fabric, Wool

Artifort Set of Three Black Beso Barstools with Wood Legs by Khodi Feiz
Artifort Set of Three Black Beso Barstools with Wood Legs by Khodi Feiz

Artifort Set of Three Black Beso Barstools with Wood Legs by Khodi Feiz

By Artifort

Located in New York, NY

Beso barstool on a wood base 81cm SH Wood base: 01 black Footrest: powder coated black RAL 9005 (structure) Upholstered in: bute tiree CF650 #0145 (CAT 2, PG. EE) Felt gliders...

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2010s Dutch Artifort Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Theo Ruth Model 135 lounge chair Artifort 1956
Theo Ruth Model 135 lounge chair Artifort 1956

Theo Ruth Model 135 lounge chair Artifort 1956

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Theo Ruth's Model 135 lounge chair, designed for Artifort in 1956, is a classic and elegant piece of furniture. With its clean lines and sleek silhouette it’s the perfect example of ...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Metal

Model 442 3-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1962.
Model 442 3-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1962.

Model 442 3-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1962.

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

A minimalist icon from the golden era of modern design — this rare Model 442 sofa was designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the early 1960s. The sleek architectural frame, uphol...

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Mid-20th Century French Minimalist Artifort Seating

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Chrome

Artifort Theo Ruth 'Gentleman's' Cocktail Chair, Netherlands 1950s
Artifort Theo Ruth 'Gentleman's' Cocktail Chair, Netherlands 1950s

Artifort Theo Ruth 'Gentleman's' Cocktail Chair, Netherlands 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Voorburg, NL

Beautiful Artifort Cocktail Chair, designed by Theo Ruth in the early 1950s. The chair is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white Alcantara upholstery in very good condition. T...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Pierre Paulin F570 Armchair Artifort, 1963
Pierre Paulin F570 Armchair Artifort, 1963

Pierre Paulin F570 Armchair Artifort, 1963

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Rare lounge chair model F570 designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, Holland 1963. This rare armchair was only produced for 1 year and the...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Stainless Steel

1965, Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Set Early Original Base and Red Blue Fabric
1965, Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Set Early Original Base and Red Blue Fabric

1965, Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Set Early Original Base and Red Blue Fabric

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, 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 Seating

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Metal

Set of beautiful ABCD chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1968
Set of beautiful ABCD chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1968

Set of beautiful ABCD chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1968

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Echt, NL

Impressive pair of ABCD lounge chairs in immaculate condition. The chairs were designed by Pierre Paulin in 1968. And they were manufactured by the Dutch Artifort company. The ABC...

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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Seating

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Metal

Reupholstered in Bouclé Theo Ruth “115” Sofa for Artifort, 1950s
Reupholstered in Bouclé Theo Ruth “115” Sofa for Artifort, 1950s

Reupholstered in Bouclé Theo Ruth “115” Sofa for Artifort, 1950s

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Renens, CH

Reupholstered 115 sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort (The Netherlands). The Sofa has been reupholstered with new foam and a soft bouclé/sheep wool style fabric. The material used is v...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Metal

2 F152 Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey D Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
2 F152 Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey D Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s

2 F152 Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey D Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s

By Geoffrey D. Harcourt, Artifort

Located in Izegem, VWV

Great set of lounge chairs by Geoffrey David Harcourt, designed for Artifort. These armchairs, upholstered in a brown leather on a plastic swivel base date from the 1970s and are in ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Artifort Seating

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Leather, Plastic

Exquisite Pair of Artifort Alky Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti
Exquisite Pair of Artifort Alky Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti

Exquisite Pair of Artifort Alky Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti

By Artifort, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Voorburg, NL

These Sculptural Alky chairs are designed by Giancarlo Piretti in the ‘70s for Artifort. Piretti is renowned for his innovative and functional furniture designs, particularly in the realm of ergonomic seating. The Alky chair...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Seating

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Aluminum

Forrest Green Leather "F141" lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort 1978
Forrest Green Leather "F141" lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort 1978

Forrest Green Leather "F141" lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort 1978

By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort

Located in DE MEERN, NL

Introducing the Timeless Elegance of the Forrest Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair Model F141 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort Netherlands 1978 Step into a world of sophisticatio...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Aluminum

Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s
Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s

Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s

$1,306Sale Price|39% Off

Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s

By Artifort

Located in Rochester, England

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 Seating

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Fabric

Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands, 1950s
Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands, 1950s

Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands, 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Voorburg, NL

Beautiful Artifort cocktail sofa, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The sofa is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white alcantara uphols...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

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 60’s. Covered with stunning and high quality wool fabric. The chair is just completely restore...

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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Bouclé

Perfect Original Artifort Swivel Lounge Chair F141 by Geoffrey Harcourt
Perfect Original Artifort Swivel Lounge Chair F141 by Geoffrey Harcourt

Perfect Original Artifort Swivel Lounge Chair F141 by Geoffrey Harcourt

By Geoffrey D. Harcourt, Artifort

Located in Voorburg, NL

Unique and original Artifort F141 Swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt, mid-1970s. In beautiful black coloured leather upholstery with matching black swivel base. Uphols...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Seating

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Steel

Alky Chair, Dark Green Bouclé, 1980s
Alky Chair, Dark Green Bouclé, 1980s

Alky Chair, Dark Green Bouclé, 1980s

By Artifort, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Renens, CH

Beautifully restored “Alky” lounge chair produced by Artifort and designed by Giancarlo Piretti (also known for the Plia and Plona chairs). The Alky chair was conceptualized in 1968...

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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Aluminum

2010s Lilla 2.0 Low Stool in Royal Blue Fabric by Patrick Norguet for Artifort
2010s Lilla 2.0 Low Stool in Royal Blue Fabric by Patrick Norguet for Artifort

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 Seating

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Upholstery

Bengt Ruda Lounge Chair in Cream/Beige Fabric for Artifort, Circa 1960
Bengt Ruda Lounge Chair in Cream/Beige Fabric for Artifort, Circa 1960

Bengt Ruda Lounge Chair in Cream/Beige Fabric for Artifort, Circa 1960

By Artifort, Bengt Ruda

Located in Beirut, LB

This stunning lounge chair, designed by Bengt Ruda for Artifort around 1960, is a beautiful example of Mid-Century Modern design. The chair features a sculptural form with a high, wi...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Elegant Artifort C 070 Lounge Chair by Kho Liang Ie in Black Leather and Chrome
Elegant Artifort C 070 Lounge Chair by Kho Liang Ie in Black Leather and Chrome

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 Seating

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Chrome

Artifort seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Artifort seating 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 seating, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Pierre Paulin, Theo Ruth, and Martin Visser. Prices for Artifort seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $413 and can go as high as $37,614, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,087.