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Pierre Paulin Seating

French, 1927-2009

Pierre Paulin introduced a fresh breeze into French furniture design in the 1960s and ’70s, fostering a sleek new Space-Age aesthetic. Along with Olivier Mourgue, Paulin developed chairs, sofas, dining tables and other furnishings with flowing lines and almost surreal naturalistic forms. And his work became such a byword for chic, forward-looking design and emerging technologies that two French presidents commissioned him to create environments in the Élysée Palace in Paris.

Paulin was born in Paris to a family of artists and designers. He initially sought to become a ceramist and sculptor and was studying in the town of Vallauris near the Côte d'Azur — a center for pottery making, where Pablo Picasso spent his postwar summers crafting ceramics — but broke his hand in a fight. He enrolled at the École Camondo, the Paris interior design school. There, Paulin was strongly influenced by the work of Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Arne Jacobsen, as was reflected in his early creations for the manufacturer Thonet-France.

It was at the Dutch firm Artifort, which he joined in 1958, where Paulin blossomed. In a few years, he produced several of his signature designs based on abstract organic shapes. These include the Butterfly chair (1963), which features a tubular steel frame and slung leather, and a group of striking seating pieces made with steel frames covered in polyurethane foam and tight jersey fabric: the Mushroom (1960), Ribbon (1966) and Tongue (1967) chairs. 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.

In 1971, the Mobilier National — a department of France’s Ministry of Culture in charge of furnishing top-tier government offices and embassies — commissioned Paulin to redesign President Georges Pompidou’s private apartment in the Élysée Palace. In three years, Paulin transformed the staid rooms into futuristic environments with curved, fabric-clad walls and furnishings such as bookcases made from an arrangement of smoked-glass U shapes, flower-like pedestal chairs and pumpkin-esque loungers.

Ten years later, the Mobilier National called on Paulin again, this time to furnish the private office of President François Mitterand. Paulin responded with an angular, postmodern take on neoclassical furniture, pieces that looked surprisingly at home in the paneled, Savonnerie-carpeted Louis XVI rooms. As those two Élysée Palace projects show, Paulin furniture works well both in a total decor or when used as a counterpoint to traditional pieces. His creations have a unique personality: bright and playful yet sophisticated and suave.

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Creator: Pierre Paulin
Gubi Pacha Lounge Chair in Karakorum Stripe Fabric by Pierre Paulin - In Stock
Gubi Pacha Lounge Chair in Karakorum Stripe Fabric by Pierre Paulin - In Stock

Gubi Pacha Lounge Chair in Karakorum Stripe Fabric by Pierre Paulin - In Stock

By Pierre Paulin, Gubi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Legendary French designer Pierre Paulin originally designed the Pacha Lounge Chair in 1975. Paulin designed the chair in harmony with the changing design style of its period, replaci...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Foam

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.

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Upholstery, Linen, Wood

Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 195 Armchair for Thonet France Circa 1958
Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 195 Armchair for Thonet France Circa 1958

Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 195 Armchair for Thonet France Circa 1958

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 195 Armchair for Thonet France Circa 1958

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Mohair, Metal, Germany, 1960s
Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Mohair, Metal, Germany, 1960s

Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Mohair, Metal, Germany, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin

Located in High Point, NC

A blue mohair and chrome-plated metal lounge chair, model CM236, designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Thonet, Germany, 1960s. Reupholstered in brand new mohair. Overall Dimens...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Pierre Paulin, Little Tulip chair, Artifort, 1960
Pierre Paulin, Little Tulip chair, Artifort, 1960

Pierre Paulin, Little Tulip chair, Artifort, 1960

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Uppsala, SE

Little Tulip chair (originally known as the F163), designed in the 1960s by Pierre Paulin. The Artifort Tulip collection remains a true Mid-Century Modern icon. A perfect fusion of e...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Two Early Pierre Paulin F598 "Groovy" Chair for Artifort
Two Early Pierre Paulin F598 "Groovy" Chair for Artifort

Two Early Pierre Paulin F598 "Groovy" Chair for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Two iconic early Pierre Paulin "groovy" chairs, reupholstered in a Maharam woven fabric, with new foam. Known for its striking, sculptural shape. It is also known as the "M" chair du...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Metal, Leather, Netherlands, 1960s
Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Metal, Leather, Netherlands, 1960s

Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Metal, Leather, Netherlands, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin

Located in High Point, NC

A brown leather and metal "F-444" lounge chair designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, c. 1960s.  Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.8” H x 32.75” W x 29.5” D ...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Pierre Paulin F444 Lounge Chair Artifort
Pierre Paulin F444 Lounge Chair Artifort

Pierre Paulin F444 Lounge Chair Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

The F444 chair by Pierre Paulin is a true design classic. With its metal frame and saddle leather seat, it has a strong and elegant look. This is an early edition of the chair, makin...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Original Pierre Paulin, Reupholstered Mushroom Chair by Artifort
Original Pierre Paulin, Reupholstered Mushroom Chair by Artifort

Original Pierre Paulin, Reupholstered Mushroom Chair by Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in London, GB

A fully reupholstered Pierre Paulin original Mushroom chair model F560 for Artifort, the Netherlands, circa 1960. The chair has its original metal tag label intact. Professionally re...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Pumpkin Chair by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset
Pumpkin Chair by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset

Pumpkin Chair by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset

By Ligne Roset, Pierre Paulin

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 2020s. France. White boucle fabric with stationary base.

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Bouclé

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Outdoor Armchair with Returning Swivel for Gubi
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Outdoor Armchair with Returning Swivel for Gubi

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Outdoor Armchair with Returning Swivel for Gubi

By Pierre Paulin, Gubi

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Outdoor Armchair with Returning Swivel for Gubi Designed for durability, this authorized re-edition of the 'Pacha' Collection for outdoors is executed in a spe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Cotton, Wood

Groovy F598 M Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Groovy F598 M Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

Groovy F598 M Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Funky and elegant Mid-Century Modern Groovy F598 M chair. Design by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1973, this version is from the 1980s. Striking French/Dutch design from the 1980s. R...

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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Set of 4 Stackable Plastic Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Henry Massonnet
Set of 4 Stackable Plastic Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Henry Massonnet

Set of 4 Stackable Plastic Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Henry Massonnet

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Wolfurt, AT

This set of 4 stackable plastic chairs was designed by Pierre Paulin for Henry Massonet and manufactured by STAMP in France in 1988. The chairs stand ou...

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1680s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Pierre Paulin Seating

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Plastic

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Lounge Chair with Returning Swivel for GUBI
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Lounge Chair with Returning Swivel for GUBI

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Lounge Chair with Returning Swivel for GUBI

By Gubi, Pierre Paulin

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Lounge Chair with Returning Swivel for GUBI Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' lounge chair upholstered in Harp ivory fabric (24- Fabric group A). Paulin designed the 'Pacha' lounge chair in 1975 with the intention of creating a sensation of sitting on clouds. With ivory cotton upholstery and a returning swivel wood base with a pearl gold finish, the curvaceous and low-slung Pacha lounge chair...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Cotton, Wood

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 Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in High Point, NC

A lacquered wood and graphic printed fabric Ribbon Chair designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s. Originally sourced from Turner Limited, 305 East 63...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pierre Paulin Pacha Lounge Chair for Gubi
Pierre Paulin Pacha Lounge Chair for Gubi

Pierre Paulin Pacha Lounge Chair for Gubi

By Pierre Paulin, Gubi

Located in Skokie, IL

Pierre Paulin classic Pacha Lounge Chair for Gubi. This chair features a non swivel base. A mid-century modern dark, rounded lounge chair with a low pro...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Upholstery, Plastic

Customizable Artifort Swivel Tulip Lounge with Ottoman  by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Swivel Tulip Lounge with Ottoman  by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Swivel Tulip Lounge with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

The Tulip armchair for Artifort…. as if designer Pierre Paulin had premonitions of Flower Power! The simple Tulip spreads its half-open petals around the sitter, inviting and warming...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

‘Dangari’ armchairs by Pierre Paulin for Allibert, 1978.
‘Dangari’ armchairs by Pierre Paulin for Allibert, 1978.

‘Dangari’ armchairs by Pierre Paulin for Allibert, 1978.

By Pierre Paulin, Allibert

Located in Athens, Attiki

‘Dangari’ armchairs by Pierre Paulin for Allibert, 1978. Injection-molded “Ultra Resin” The ‘Dangari’ was one of Allibert’s best-selling chairs for many years. Even today, Allibert i...

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1970s French Space Age Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Plastic

Pierre Paulin 'Boston' Garden Chairs for Henry Massonnet in Black and Red
Pierre Paulin 'Boston' Garden Chairs for Henry Massonnet in Black and Red

Pierre Paulin 'Boston' Garden Chairs for Henry Massonnet in Black and Red

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Boston garden chairs by French furniture designer Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Henry Massonnet/STAMP in 1988. Paulin was influenced here by (and ...

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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Plastic

Pierre Paulin, Orange Slice chair, Artifort, 1960
Pierre Paulin, Orange Slice chair, Artifort, 1960

Pierre Paulin, Orange Slice chair, Artifort, 1960

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Uppsala, SE

Model F437, or more famously nicknamed the Orange Slice, was designed by French designer Pierre Paulin for the Dutch manufacturer Artifort in the mid 20th century after he became acq...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Pierre Paulin Seating

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Chrome

Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 194 Armchairs for Thonet, France, circa 1958
Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 194 Armchairs for Thonet, France, circa 1958

Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 194 Armchairs for Thonet, France, circa 1958

By Pierre Paulin, Thonet

Located in Miami, FL

Distinctive pair of mid 20th century design armchairs, model CM 194. This pair of chairs are early works designed by the visionary designer Pierre Paulin for Th...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Pierre Paulin x Jack Lenor Larsen little tulip armchair by Artifort
Pierre Paulin x Jack Lenor Larsen little tulip armchair by Artifort

Pierre Paulin x Jack Lenor Larsen little tulip armchair by Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Saarbrücken, SL

Rare Jack Lenor Larsen Mementum fabrics little Tulip chair. Made by Artifort - Netherlands

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1970s Dutch Space Age Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Chrome

Model "577" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s
Model "577" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s

Model "577" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Utrecht, NL

Artifort was founded in 1890, when Jules Wagemans started a business as an upholsterer in Maastricht. A great deal changed with the arrival of the interior and furniture designer Kho...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Mid Century Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort
Mid Century Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort

Mid Century Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Mid Century Lounge Chairs. Pierre Paulin Swivel chairs F557 in original condition, all original fabric. These ar...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric

Customizable Artifort Orange Slice Junior Chair by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Orange Slice Junior Chair by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Orange Slice Junior Chair by Pierre Paulin

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in New York, NY

If you’re a design-lover and your son or daughter likes to have their own chair with the “big people” then Artifort’s Junior Collection is for you. Like the junior version of the Ora...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

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. Metal frame with horizontal springs, covered with foam...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

Pair Swivel Lounge Chairs Model 421 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
Pair Swivel Lounge Chairs Model 421 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s

Pair Swivel Lounge Chairs Model 421 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Kansas City, MO

Pair of Pierre Paulin lounge chairs model 421 made by Artifort, circa 1970. Both chairs are in very good condition and ready to use. The swivel mechanism works perfectly. Rare and fi...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Chrome

Customizable Artifort Moulin Chair by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Moulin Chair by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Moulin Chair by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

A good, old-fashioned chair designed by the late Pierre Paulin. Previously in the collection of Thonet France, it now completes the Artifort collection. The design of the Moulin date...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

Pair of Groovy Chairs F598 designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Pair of Groovy Chairs F598 designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Pair of Groovy Chairs F598 designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Doornspijk, NL

The Groovy Chair, or F598, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, has become a true design classic. Very pleasant to the eye, especially in this stunning corn color, it is also rem...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Lovely and very comfortable Artifort Groovy Chair (or "M" Chair), model F580. This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966. These particular chairs are the very first edition wi...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Set of 2 F557 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Set of 2 F557 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Set of 2 F557 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Lovely and very comfortable lounge chair set, designed by Pierre Paulin in 1961. This model F557 is the first edition of the Oyster Chair and is shortly produced (till 1965), that's...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966
Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966

Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Paris, FR

Exceptional and rare pair of lounge chairs model F678, also known as the Spider Lounge Chair designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort Furniture Comp...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Velvet, Rope, Plywood

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Lovely and very comfortable Artifort Groovy Chair (or "M" Chair), model F580. This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966. These particular chairs are the very first edition wi...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Mid-Century Little Tulip Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Mid-Century Little Tulip Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

Mid-Century Little Tulip Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very comfortable and turnable Armchair, named "Little Tulip". Designed by the famous Pierre Paulin in te 60's. Fabricated by Artifort in the 80's. Solid metal base with a wooden f...

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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Pierre PAULIN - pair of "Groovy" armchair
Pierre PAULIN - pair of "Groovy" armchair

Pierre PAULIN - pair of "Groovy" armchair

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Set of two iconic Groovy lounge chairs designed in 1972 by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort in the Netherlands. Model F598, also known as the A&M chair, these sculptural se...

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Early 1700s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Antique Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Lovely and very comfortable Artifort Groovy Chair (or "M" Chair), model F580. This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966. These particular chairs are the very first edition wi...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Pierre Paulin Groovy armchair 1970s.
Pierre Paulin Groovy armchair 1970s.

Pierre Paulin Groovy armchair 1970s.

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in bari, IT

The Groovy chair, also known by catalog code F598, is one of the absolute masterpieces of Pierre Paulin, the French designer of the 1960s and 1970s. Designed in 1972 for the Dutch co...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric

Midcentury Model F572 Lounge Chair with Pouf by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967
Midcentury Model F572 Lounge Chair with Pouf by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967

Midcentury Model F572 Lounge Chair with Pouf by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Stunning creation of the French designer Pierre Paulin, the model F572 with pouf. He designed this amazing model for Artifort in 1967 and it is produced for just a few years. This ...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Foam

Elysée Shelving System by Pierre Paulin for MAGIS
Elysée Shelving System by Pierre Paulin for MAGIS

Elysée Shelving System by Pierre Paulin for MAGIS

By Pierre Paulin, Magis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The modular shelving system Elysée was born from the collaboration between Magis and the French designer Pierre Paulin. It was September 2002 when Eugenio Perazza, Magis founder, wen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pierre Paulin Seating

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Plywood

Customizable Artifort Tulip Midi Armchair  by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Tulip Midi Armchair  by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Tulip Midi Armchair by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

Vinyl The Tulip Midi was the missing member of the Tulip family for a long time. The armchair was designed by Pierre Paulin in 1960 and now completes the Tu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

Mid-Century Tongue Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Mid-Century Tongue Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Mid-Century Tongue Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Amazing and very comfortable Tongue chair, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60s and produced by Artifort. This lovely chair has the original high quality Kvad...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Foam

Osaka Extra Large Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin
Osaka Extra Large Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin

Osaka Extra Large Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

In 1967, the French designer Pierre Paulin challenged the rationalism that was predominant at the time by envisaging a range of seats with naturally winding lines. Developed for Expo...

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20th Century Italian Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Upholstery

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 Pierre Paulin, Artifort

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). This Iconic piece is produce...

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Early 2000s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Wood

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

Artifort Pierre Paulin Blue Ribbon Velvet Lounge Chair in Stock

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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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Velvet

Little Tulip Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Little Tulip Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

Little Tulip Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Cute and very comfortable pivoting armchair, designed by the famous Pierre Paulin in the 60's. Fabricated by Artifort in the 80's. Solid round metal bas...

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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Early Production Pierre Paulin 'Mushroom' Chairs for Artifort, 1960s, Signed
Early Production Pierre Paulin 'Mushroom' Chairs for Artifort, 1960s, Signed

Early Production Pierre Paulin 'Mushroom' Chairs for Artifort, 1960s, Signed

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A collectors pair of early production year (circa 1965 to 1975) Pierre Paulin 'Mushroom' lounge chairs for Artifort, Netherlands, based on construction, materials and style of signat...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Foam

Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

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. It is produced by Artifort, The Netherlands. The Ribbon Chair is a piece of Art and it i...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966
Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966

Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Paris, FR

Exceptional and rare pair of lounge chairs model F678, also known as the Spider Lounge Chair, designed by French master Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, the Netherlands, 1...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Velvet, Rope, Plywood

Tongue Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Tongue Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Tongue Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Amazing and very comfortable Tongue Chair, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's and produced by Artifort. This original chair is completely restored. The foam...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric

Artifort Tulip F545 Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin, White Leather
Artifort Tulip F545 Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin, White Leather

Artifort Tulip F545 Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin, White Leather

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Dronten, NL

An icon of modernist design, the Tulip F545 lounge chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort exemplifies sculptural elegance and exceptional comfort. Its fluid, organic silhouette—instantl...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Aluminum

Set of 4 Little Tulip Armchairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Set of 4 Little Tulip Armchairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Set of 4 Little Tulip Armchairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Set of 4 Little Tulip Armchairs. These cute and very comfortable armchairs are designed by the famous French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's. ...

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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

F598 Groovy 'M' Chair in orange/red boucle by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
F598 Groovy 'M' Chair in orange/red boucle by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

F598 Groovy 'M' Chair in orange/red boucle by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in amstelveen, NL

The Groovy chair, or F598, was designed in 1973 by France’s top designer Pierre Paulin for Holland’s most Avant-Garde furniture maker Artifort. Their compactness combined with great ...

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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric

Model F-580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Model F-580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Model F-580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Dallas, TX

The iconic Groovy chair, designed for Artifort and also known as the M chair, is a first edition model designed with soft sculptural curves. The piece has been reupholstered in a Rog...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

"Little Tulip" Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
"Little Tulip" Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s

"Little Tulip" Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Cute and very comfortable armchair. This "Little Tulip" armchair with cross base is designed by the famous Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This early and rare edition is fabricated by Ar...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Rare Artifort F8800 Swivel Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin, The Netherlands 1970's
Rare Artifort F8800 Swivel Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin, The Netherlands 1970's

Rare Artifort F8800 Swivel Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin, The Netherlands 1970's

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

This exceptional and rare Artifort F8800 lounge chair was designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort in the mid-1970s. The F8800 belongs to a select group of Paulin’s mor...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Osaka Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin
Osaka Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin

Osaka Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

In 1967, the French designer Pierre Paulin challenged the rationalism that was predominant at the time by envisaging a range of seats with naturally winding lines. Developed for Expo 1970 in the city after which it is named, the Osaka sofa...

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20th Century Italian Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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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 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 Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Upholstered Ottoman with Pearl Base for Gubi
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Upholstered Ottoman with Pearl Base for Gubi

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Upholstered Ottoman with Pearl Base for Gubi

By Pierre Paulin, Gubi

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Upholstered Ottoman with Pearl Base for Gubi Pierre Paulin’s first sketches for what would become the 'Pacha' Collection were simple pencil outlines that rese...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Cotton, Wood

Pierre Paulin seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Pierre Paulin 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 Pierre Paulin seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 323 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 61 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Pierre Paulin 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 Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt, and Metz & Co.. Prices for Pierre Paulin seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $165 and can go as high as $40,049, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,887.