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Artifort Club Chairs

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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
Cowhide F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Izegem, VWV
The F675 als known as the Butterfly Chair was designed by Pierre Paulin in 1963 and manufactured by Artifort, Holland. This chair with elegant lines is edited with the original cow s...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Club Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Artifort Two-Toned Club Chair with Chrome Legs
By Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced in the 1960's, this low profile and almost minimalist Mid-Century club chair by Dutch manufacturer Artifort has been reupholstered in almost black fabric with bone seat and ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Chrome

Pierre Paulin Artifort Wool Upholstery Oyster Chair Orange Wool Upholstery
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern oyster chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Light orange to deep yellow original wool upholstery.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Artifort Club Chairs

Materials

Wool

Midcentury Set of 2 Model 442 Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 2 Pierre Paulin "442" Chairs for Artifort, designed in the 1960s. These lovely chairs are also fabricated in the 1960s The combination of steel and the upholster...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Steel

Pierre Paulin 442 lounge chairs Artifort Netherlands 1962
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice minimalistic pair of model 442 lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands 1962. This is for a pair of lounge chairs model 442 which is...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Stainless Steel

‘Ben’ Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Hilversum, NL
In the late 1960s and early 1970s, French designer Pierre Paulin created several sculptural masterpieces for Dutch manufacturer Artifort. We are pleased to offer this beautiful Artif...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Aluminum

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

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Metal

Theo Ruth Pair of Lounge Chairs in Patterned Upholstery
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
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 Club Chairs

Materials

Metal

Elegant Artifort C 070 Lounge Chair by Kho Liang Ie in Black Leather and Chrome
By Artifort, Kho Liang Ie
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 Club Chairs

Materials

Chrome

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 Club Chairs

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Leather, Wood

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Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
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H 28.35 in W 39.38 in D 29.14 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. With its sculptural, organic form and sleek black finish, this chair is as much a work of art as it is a functional piece of furniture. The black Ribbon Chair...
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Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
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$11,093
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Set of 2 Mushroom Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy set of 2 Artifort Mushroom Chairs, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s. Covered with stunning and high quality ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Bouclé

Set of 2 Mushroom Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Set of 2 Mushroom Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
$9,439 / set
H 25.99 in W 35.44 in D 32.29 in
ABCD 3 Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin in 1968, is indeed a remarkable piece of furniture that exemplifies his innovative and forward-thinking approach to design. This sofa is high...
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20th Century Dutch Artifort Club Chairs

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Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
$15,347 / set
H 28.35 in W 39.38 in D 29.14 in
Pierre Paulin sofa 442/3 Artifort Netherlands 1962
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice minimalistic model 442/3 sofa designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands 1962. This is for a three-seater sofa model 442/3 which is the largest from...
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Pierre Paulin sofa 442/3 Artifort Netherlands 1962
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H 28.35 in W 81.89 in D 30.71 in
ABCD 2 Seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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20th Century Artifort Club Chairs

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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 Club Chairs

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Customizable Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Artifort Club Chairs

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Textile

Customizable Artifort Ribbon Chair  by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Ribbon Chair  by Pierre Paulin
$10,103 / item
H 28.35 in W 39.38 in D 29.14 in
Set of 4 little Tulip chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s Netherlands.
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Set of 4 little Tulip chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s Netherlands. Also known as the F163. This set has the original swivel base as designed in 1965 (not in production an...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Previously Available Items
Orange Slice Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Izegem, VWV
The F437 lounge chair, commonly known as the Orange Slice chair was created by French designer Pierre Paulin in 1960 and is one of the most popular design armchairs in the world. The...
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Mid-20th Century Space Age Artifort Club Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Coral Orange Slice Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Set of 2
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Izegem, VWV
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Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail 'Lady' Chair, Netherlands, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail chair, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The chair is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white Alcantara upholstery in very good condition....
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Club Chairs

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Pair Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Dallas, TX
Original pair of ribbon chairs model 582, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. A striking, space-age form with curving planes. Incredible swoo...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Bouclé, Wood

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 over formality. Designed in 1960 to envelop the body, it a...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Artifort Club Chairs

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Wool

‘Ben’ Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Hilversum, NL
In the late 1960s and early 1970s French designer Pierre Paulin created several sculptural masterpieces for Dutch manufacturer Artifort. We are happy to offer this beautiful Artifort “Ben...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Aluminum

Vintage 'Groovy' or F598 Lounge Chair in Blue by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The 'Groovy' or 'M-chair' shell seat, model F598, was designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1973. It is a timeless and beautiful design that still finds great demand. This chair ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Metal

Vintage 'Groovy' or F598 Lounge Chair in Red by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The 'Groovy' or 'M-chair' shell seat, model F598, was designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1973. It is a timeless and beautiful design that still finds great demand. This chair ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Geoffrey Harcourt Series No 042 Lounge Chairs, 1963
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Geoffrey Harcourt series no. 042 lounge chairs designed in 1963. Designed as a multi-seat system where individual units are joined together, side by side and back to back. Bo...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Chrome

Pierre Paulin Artifort Pair of 'Groovy' Lounge Chairs in Red Wool Upholstery
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of groovy chairs F598 in red wool fabric by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.    
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Club Chairs

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Aluminum

Pierre Paulin Set of 2 "442" Club Chairs for Artifort, 1960
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in The Hague, NL
Set of 2 Club chairs called "442" designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. In 1962, reinterpreting Florence Knoll's settee from 1954, he softe...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Chrome

Nicely Refined Rosewood Sideboard Designed by Rudolf Bernd Glatzel and Manufactu
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic lounge chair model 121 designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by Artifort, Holland, 1956. The chair is newly upholstered with teddy fabric made from alpaca wool. Which give...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Club Chairs

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Metal

Artifort club chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Artifort club chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Artifort club chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original club chairs 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 club chairs by Theo Ruth, and Pierre Paulin. Prices for Artifort club chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $850 and can go as high as $21,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,038.

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