Dutch furniture company UMS Pastoe was established in 1913 by German-Jewish entrepreneur Frits Loeb and became rapidly successful largely owing to its reputation for well-made tables and chairs. Today, however, the brand is best known by collectors for the modular sideboards, storage cabinets and other spare, streamlined case pieces that it produced during the postwar years.
Influential mid-century modernist designer Cees Braakman had been creating furniture since his teenage years when he was promoted to head of design at Pastoe in 1948. The Utrecht-born designer took over for his father, Dirk Braakman, who had by then been managing the company for more than 20 years and had designed a variety of furnishings for the manufacturer by himself. A year before he assumed his new role at Pastoe, Cees visited the United States where he became enamored with the designs of Charles and Ray Eames and the other creative minds associated with legendary American furniture manufacturer Herman Miller.
While many Dutch designers who are now celebrated by vintage furniture collectors — names like Gerrit Rietveld and Friso Kramer are in this list — found inspiration in Piet Mondrian and the country’s De Stijl art movement, they also looked to Scandinavian modernists such as Alvar Aalto and Americans such as the Eameses. Cees Braakman was no different.
Braakman’s 1940s-era tour to the States included a visit to the Herman Miller factory in Zeeland, Michigan. At the time, architect-designer-journalist George Nelson was director of design at the firm and had enlisted a range of designers to collaborate with Herman Miller and create what are now icons of mid-century modernism. Braakman took notice of industrial manufacturing techniques at HM and in particular, the company’s innovations in furniture design owing to experimentation with molded plywood and fiberglass-reinforced plastic.
The Dutch designer introduced the first line of modern furniture at UMS Pastoe thereafter — a table, a chair, a bed and more created in molded plywood and featuring oak veneers, specifically tailored for smaller living spaces. Braakman was convinced that Pastoe should move on from the restrictions that a collection or set of furniture presented to consumers. Furniture for a bedroom, for example, should be practical and built as individual pieces that could be adapted as more space became available. New production methods and creative marketing came into focus under Braakman’s leadership, and his own lines of oak and birch furniture — which were created around cupboards that could be reconfigured as needed, or armchairs that could be combined to form a sofa — earned acclaim and were commercially very successful.
UMS Pastoe was recognized for its innovative furniture at the Milan Triennial in 1957 and Le Signe d’Or in Belgium, and Cees Braakman’s work can today be found at the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam. Over the years, designers such as Jan van Grunsven, Radboud Van Beekum and Rob Eckhardt collaborated with UMS Pastoe.
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Radboud Van Beekum Lounge Chair Black Leather by for Pastoe Post Modern, 1980
By Radboud Van Beekum, Pastoe
Located in Vienna, AT
FM62 lounge leather chair by Radboud Van Beekum for Pastoe Post Modern, 1980 Dutch minimalistic lounge chairs in black saddle leather. Designed with geometric precision, these chair...
Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Ekselius Lounge Chairs for Pastoe, Red Upholstery, Chrome
By Karl-Erik Ekselius, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Jan Ekselius for Dutch manufacturer Pastoe, newly reupholstered in vibrant lipstick red fabric that brings fresh energy to their sculptural Mid-Cent...
Chrome
Radboud van Beekum FM60 Lounge Armchairs by PASTOE - Netherlands, 1981
By Radboud Van Beekum, Pastoe
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Iconic and minimalistic cube lounge chairs by Radboud van Beekum for PASTOE - Netherlands, 1981. The chairs are made of creme lacquered metal with original canvas upholstery. Althoug...
Metal
Mid-Century PASTOE FM08 Swifflel Chair by Cees Braakman, Netherlands 1959
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Modern - Design - Pastoe Experience timeless sophistication with the iconic Mid-Century Pastoe FM08 Swiffle chair, a masterpiece of design by Cees Braakman dating back to 1959. Craft...
Metal
Radboud van Beekum FM61 pair of cubic lounge chairs Pastoe Netherlands 1980
By Pastoe, Radboud Van Beekum
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Striking pair of FM61 cubic lounge chairs designed by Radboud van Beekum and produced by Pastoe in the Netherlands, circa 1980. The design is a very nice example of Dutch minimalist ...
Metal
Pair of U+N Series lounge chairs By Cees Braakman for Pastoe japenese series
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare & Exquisite Executive Lounge Chairs by Cees Braakman for Pastoe from the U+N Series 1950s. A truly exceptional find: this rare pair of executive lounge chairs from the icon...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern FB18 Scissor Chair by Jan Van Grunsven for Pastoe
By Jan van Grunsven, Pastoe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern FB18 Scissor chair. Design by Jan van Grunsven for Pastoe. Striking Dutch design from the 1950s. Original black lacquered plywood frame and re-up...
Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Teak Lounge Chair FT14 by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Elegance and beauty arre the words that describe this chair best. It was designed by Cees Braakman for the famous Dutch Pastoe label. The chair has a frame of teak wood and has been...
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Chair FM08 with Loose Cushions by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This easy chair was designed by Cees Braakman in the 1950s for famous Dutch furniture manufacturer Pastoe. Its shell is covered in black vinyl, standing on four elegantly shaped blac...
Steel
$2,885Sale Price|24% Off
H 31.11 in W 34.26 in D 35.83 in
Post Modern Black Leather Lounge Chair Made by Marinelli, Italy
By Marinelli Home 1
Located in Weesp, NL
Very comfortable black heavy leather lounge chair produced in the 1980s by Marinelli, Italy. The chair is in excellent condition. Measurements: H 79 x D 91 x W 87, seating height 42 ...
Leather
Original Pastoe Dutch Minimalist SM01 Chair by Cees Braakman, 1954
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This rare and hard to find Dutch Minimalist design chair was designed by Cees Braakman in the 1950s and has model name SM01. The chair has a metal frame and the seat and backrest are...
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Red Velvet Lounge Chairs or Armchairs
Located in Rome, IT
Very comfortable pair tulip shape red velvet of armchairs with scrolled hand holds . Soft and beautiful original vintage red velvet upholstery. The conical legs are in original con...
Wood
$2,350
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 35.44 in
Lotus Lounge Chair by Rob Parry, Red Upholstery, Mid-Century, 1960s
By Gerrit Rietveld, Rob Parry
Located in Dronten, NL
An iconic Lotus Lounge Chair designed by Dutch modernist Rob Parry, presented here in a striking red upholstery that accentuates its sculptural silhouette. Originally conceived in t...
Steel
$2,043 / set
H 26.78 in W 24.22 in D 26.78 in
Black Leather FM62 Chair And Table For Pastoe by Radboud van Beekum
By Radboud Van Beekum, Pastoe
Located in London, London
Cube lounge chair and table designed by Radboud Van Beekum for Pastoe, The Netherlands, 1980s. The armchair and table has a strong, geometric character. Following in the tradition ...
Steel
$2,603 / set
H 26.78 in W 26.78 in D 24.02 in
Cubic FM60 Chairs & Table by Radboud van Beekum for Pastoe
By Radboud Van Beekum, Pastoe
Located in Izegem, VWV
Characteristic set of two FM62 Cubic chairs designed by Radboud van Beekum for Pastoe the Netherlands in the 1980s. The Chairs come with a dark grey lacquered square metal frame...
Metal
New Upholstery Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New grey basket weave fabric upholstery Mid-Century Modern lounge chair on dowel legs.
Upholstery, Hardwood
1990s Salotti Post Modern Black Leather Chair
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite black leather chair. The ultra rare chair exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The luxurious chair is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality. The deep seat lend inviting comfort to the elegant and roomy silhouette. The distinctive craftsmanship frame that give this piece a delightful mid century design, assuring a striking proportioned profile view from all angles. The chair was individually produced and finished with the highest level of hand craftsmanship. The most accurate color shade can be seen in the detailed photos, allowing you to envision how the sofa will perfectly complement your space. The chair is in excellent vintage condition and very comfortable Ready immediate use from our climate controlled, smoke and pet free warehouse. Please view the video and images provided closely to confirm its condition and appearance. The listing is for the chair only. Complete the look with the matching love seat and chair...
Leather, Wood
$6,983
H 45.67 in W 45.28 in D 35.44 in
Rare Wammes Lounge Chair 1974 by Gerard van den Berg for Montis The Netherlands
By Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Wammes Lounge Chair by Gerard van den Berg for Montis Natural Cognac Leather Lounge Chair on a Metal Swivel Base Designed in the early 1970s, the Wammes chair represents the experim...
Leather
$6,500
H 31.5 in W 28.15 in D 29.73 in
Ate van Apeldoorn Pair of Lounge Chairs for Houtwerk Hattem, Netherlands 1960s
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Skokie, IL
This exemplary lounge chair, designed by Ate van Apeldoorn in the early 1960s for Houtwerk Hattem, exemplifies mid-century Dutch craftsmanship. Constructed from high-quality ash wood...
Leather, Pine
Pair of 1980s Bouclé Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A modernist's dream! Offered is a stunning pair of restored 1980s swivel lounge chairs. Solid wood frames wrapped in a gorgeous bouclé fabric brings the comfort of sitting on a cloud...
Upholstery
$5,250 / set
H 40.95 in W 32.29 in D 32.68 in
Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Red Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of easy chairs, fabric, coated steel, Italy, 1960s These Italian easy chairs have a streamlined construction with elegant, subtle lines. When experienced from the side, a gentl...
Steel
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H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Set of 2 FM60 chairs by Radboud van Beekum for Pastoe, Netherlands 1980s
By Gerrit Rietveld, Le Corbusier, Pastoe, Radboud Van Beekum
Located in ECHT, NL
Dutch minimalist design lounge chairs. Designed by Radboud van Beekum in the early 80s. Manufactured by Pastoe. The black metal frame was inspired by designs by Gerrit Rietveld, Le C...
Metal
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H 26.78 in W 24.02 in D 26.78 in
Radboud van Beekum model FM61 cubic lounge chairs set Pastoe Netherlands 1980
By Pastoe, Radboud Van Beekum
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful minimalistic pair of cubic lounge chairs and table model FM61 designed by Radboud van Beekum and manufactured by Pastoe, The Netherlands 1980. These very nice geometrical s...
Metal
Pastoe FM60 chair by Radboud van Beekum for Pastoe , 1980s
By Pastoe
Located in Delft, NL
Pastoe FM 60 cube chair designed by Radboud van Beekum for Pastoe, 1981. This cube-shaped chair from the eighties has a lacquered metal frame and leather upholstery. Radboud van Beek...
Metal
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H 26.38 in W 16.15 in D 26.78 in
Scissor Lounge Chair designed by Pastoe, 1950s by Jan van Grunsven
By Jan van Grunsven, Pastoe
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern FB18 scissor chair designed by the Dutch architect Jan van Grunsven in 1959 and produced by UMS/Pastoe in Utrecht. This modernist low-sitting model was a part of...
Upholstery, Wood
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H 26.78 in W 24.02 in D 26.78 in
Radboud van Beekum FM61 cubic lounge chairs set Pastoe The Netherlands 1980
By Radboud Van Beekum, Pastoe
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful minimalistic pair of cubic lounge chairs and table model FM61 designed by Radboud van Beekum and manufactured by Pastoe, The Netherlands 1980. These very nice geometrical s...
Steel
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H 27 in W 24 in D 26.5 in
Pair of Radboud Van Beekum for Pastoe FM62 Cube Chairs; Black Leather & Steel
By Radboud Van Beekum, Pastoe
Located in Norwalk, CT
Dutch Minimalism has found an enduring champion in the FM62 lounge chair by Radboud Van Beekum for Pastoe. Designed with geometric precision, this chair features a timeless open cube...
Steel
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H 24 in W 39.5 in D 28 in
Pair of Rob Eckhardt Black Upholstered 'Pouffe Garni' Lounge Chairs, Pastoe 1986
By Rob Eckhardt, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Awesome pair of Rob Eckhardt 'Garni' lounge chairs for Pastoe, 1986. Original black fabric with removable backrests and black enameled metal legs fitted with purple lacquered wood ba...
Metal
Alvar Aalto Style Bent Plywood Lounge Chair By Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century lounge chair by Cees Braakman for Pastoe. Natural bent wood frame with reupholstered natural canvas cushions. Original owner used a Plywood seat bottom used in lieu of or...
Fabric, Wood
Alvar Aalto Style Bent Plywood Lounge Chair By Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century lounge chair in the style of Alvar Aalto by Dutch designer Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands. This chair has been newly reupholstered in natural canvas, has a bent na...
Fabric, Wood
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H 26.38 in W 27.37 in D 24.41 in
Set of Two Cube Chairs by Radboud van Beekum for Pastoe, the Netherlands 1980s
By Pastoe, Radboud Van Beekum
Located in Hellouw, NL
Vintage set of two geometrical chairs by Radboud van Beekum for Pastoe from the 1980s. These cube chairs were created as an evolution of Rietveld's red and blue chair, inspired by hi...
Metal, Steel
Yngve Ekstrom Ruster Swedish Chair and Ottoman
By Pastoe, Yngve Ekström
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Angular, high back 'Ruster' chair by Swedish Designer Yngve Ekstrom for Pastoe / Dux paired with an ottoman he also designed for DUX. Great lines, especially ...
Oak
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H 27.56 in W 18.51 in D 27.56 in
Jan Van Grunsven for Pastoe FB18 Scissor Armchair, 1950's The Netherlands
By Jan van Grunsven, Pastoe
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Rare armchair designed by Jan van Grunsven for Pastoe. The chair is actually called FB18, but has been renamed the Scissor chair because of the shape of the birc...
Birch