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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
Original Pierre Paulin Ribbon Lounge Chairs for Artifort - A Pair
Original Pierre Paulin Ribbon Lounge Chairs for Artifort - A Pair

Original Pierre Paulin Ribbon Lounge Chairs for Artifort - A Pair

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of rare Ribbon® chairs in original purple Kvadrat Tonus 4 fabric on lacquered light gray bases by Pierre Paulin for Artifort circa 1970s. Defined by the interplay of positive a...

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

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Fabric, Wood

Pierre Paulin Orange Slice Lounge Chair Artifort signed
Pierre Paulin Orange Slice Lounge Chair Artifort signed

Pierre Paulin Orange Slice Lounge Chair Artifort signed

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Den Haag, NL

Iconic Orange Slice model Lounge chair designed by French designer Pierre Paulin in 1957. this model was produced by Artifort in the 1980s An Lounge chair with an astonishing desig...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Chrome

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Sofa in Blue Upholstery
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Sofa in Blue Upholstery

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Sofa in Blue Upholstery

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pierre Paulin for Artifort, sofa model '442/3', fabric upholstery, chromed steel, The Netherlands, 1962 This modest sofa is based on a solid construction featuring clear lines and g...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

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

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

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

Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort 1st Edition
Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort 1st Edition

Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort 1st Edition

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in New York, NY

Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Mid Century Lounge Chairs 1st eddition. The Pierre Paulin Model F557, famously known as the "Oyster Chair" (First...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam, Wood

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

Model F577 ‘Tongue’ by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1960s
Model F577 ‘Tongue’ by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1960s

Model F577 ‘Tongue’ by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in GORINCHEM, NL

Designed by French designer Pierre Paulin in 1967, the F577 “Tongue” chair is one of his most recognisable designs. Its name refers to the chair’s distinctive, elongated form, which ...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

Customizable Artifort Moulin Chair with Armrests  by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Moulin Chair with Armrests  by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Moulin Chair with Armrests 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

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

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Vienna, AT

Blue Mushroom armchair designed by Pierre Paulin in the 1960s for Artifort, Netherlands. Excellent original condition.

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1980s Dutch Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Wool

Gubi Pacha Swivel Lounge Upholstered Chair in Pearl Gold Base by Pierre Paulin
Gubi Pacha Swivel Lounge Upholstered Chair in Pearl Gold Base by Pierre Paulin

Gubi Pacha Swivel Lounge Upholstered Chair in Pearl Gold Base by Pierre Paulin

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

Customizable Artifort Little Tulip Swivel Barstool by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Little Tulip Swivel Barstool by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Little Tulip Swivel Barstool by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

Elegance through and through. Delicate, flowing, cheerful, light. Like a blossoming flower or a friendly smile. Available with a disk-shaped or cross-foot base. Both styles are equal...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

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

Customizable Artifort Orange Slice Armchair  by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Orange Slice Armchair  by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Orange Slice Armchair by Pierre Paulin

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in New York, NY

The orange slice armchair by designer Pierre Paulin is one of the most popular design armchairs in the world. The iconic armchair makes every roo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

F780 Concorde Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in New Upholstery
F780 Concorde Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in New Upholstery

F780 Concorde Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in New Upholstery

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Den Haag, NL

Concorde Lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin and made by Artifort. This chair was originally designed by Pierre Paulin for the waiting room of the French Concorde aircraft, after...

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1960s Dutch Space Age Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Aluminum

Midcentury F557 Lounge Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Midcentury F557 Lounge Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Midcentury F557 Lounge Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

An exceptional and highly collectible pair of lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin in 1961. This iconic model F557, famously known as the Oyster Chair, represents a rare first ed...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric

Customizable Artifort Mushroom P Stool by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Mushroom P Stool by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Mushroom P Stool by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

The Mushroom P. for Artifort is one of Pierre Paulin’s most famous designs. First there was the Mushroom armchair, that is now exhibited in the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Then...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

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

Customizable Artifort Moulin Stool by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Moulin Stool by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Moulin Stool by Pierre Paulin

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in New York, NY

Moulin bar stool Design by Pierre Paulin Designed in the late 1950s, the Moulin chair family reflects Pierre Paulin’s early explorations of elegant, minimalist seating forms. The ad...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile, Upholstery

‘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 Allibert, Pierre Paulin

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 for Artifort Big Tulip Chair in White Leather
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Big Tulip Chair in White Leather

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Big Tulip Chair in White Leather

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful elegant Big Tulip Chair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. This chair is likely early 2000’s production. It is done in pretty white le...

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Early 2000s Dutch Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

"Orange Slice" Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
"Orange Slice" Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

"Orange Slice" Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

An exceptional and original Artifort “Orange Slice” Lounge Chair, designed by the renowned French designer Pierre Paulin. One of the most iconic and sculptural seating designs of th...

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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Archi Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset Post Modern Leather & Chrome.
Archi Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset Post Modern Leather & Chrome.

Archi Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset Post Modern Leather & Chrome.

By Ligne Roset, Pierre Paulin

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, an Archi Armchair, designed by the legendary French designer Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Ligne Roset.This eye-catching piece features a hot pink leather...

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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Stainless Steel

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 Thonet, Pierre Paulin

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

Model F598 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
Model F598 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's

Model F598 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Lovely and very comfortable Artifort Groovy Chair (or "M" Chair), model F598. This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in the 80's. These particular chairs are fabricated in the end ...

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1980s 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 Pierre Paulin, Artifort

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

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

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 Artifort, Pierre Paulin

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

Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of the famous Artifort Oyster Chair with a Ottoman. This very comfortable chair is designed by Pierre Paulin in the beginning of the 60's. This particular set is als...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

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

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom Chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s. This particular chair is fabricated in the late 60's. Recovered some years ago with stunni...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Bouclé

Pierre Paulin F300 Lounge Chair by Artifort
Pierre Paulin F300 Lounge Chair by Artifort

Pierre Paulin F300 Lounge Chair by Artifort

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Highland, IN

Pierre Paulin's sublime sculptural sensibility is on full display with this F300 lounge chair designed in 1964 for Artifort. The one piece form in smooth fiberglass curves, folds a...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fiberglass

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, Uppsala

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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Metal, Chrome

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 Pierre Paulin, Artifort

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

Mid Century Little Globe Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Mid Century Little Globe Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

Mid Century Little Globe Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Cute and comfortable "Little Globe" armchair, designed by the famous Pierre Paulin in te 60's. Fabricated by Artifort in the 80's. Round metal base ...

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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Bar Stools by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Bar Stools by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Bar Stools by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Dallas, TX

Bar stools by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1965. Both stools are very comfortable, in excellent condition and have been professionally reupholstered in boucle textile.

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

Customizable Artifort Tulip Lounge  by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Tulip Lounge  by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Tulip Lounge by Pierre Paulin

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

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

Pierre Paulin Set of 2 F598 Groovy Armchairs for Artifort New Upholstery, 1972
Pierre Paulin Set of 2 F598 Groovy Armchairs for Artifort New Upholstery, 1972

Pierre Paulin Set of 2 F598 Groovy Armchairs for Artifort New Upholstery, 1972

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in The Hague, NL

Set of 2 groovy lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin in 1972 and manufactured for Artifort, Holland. Model No: F598, or also known as "M" chair. Chairs has been newly reupholstere...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Metal

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

Pair of Pierre Paulin Lounge Chairs Early French Model F580 for Artifort
Pair of Pierre Paulin Lounge Chairs Early French Model F580 for Artifort

Pair of Pierre Paulin Lounge Chairs Early French Model F580 for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Dallas, TX

Exceptional pair of first-edition F580 lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort in the Netherlands. Among Paulin's most sculptural seating designs, the F5...

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

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Steel

Customizable Artifort Big Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Big Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Big Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

A design that is so clearly Artifort as the mushroom is something that’s dear to our hearts. Designer Pierre Paulin distinguished himself with this armchair in the original shape, bright colours and revolutionary manufacturing technique for the time. The idea for the mushroom came to Pierre Paulin while he was watching women, shaped and sheathed in their swimming suits. He wanted the same thing for a seat. The inspiration can be found in the beautiful curves as well as in the seamless one-piece elastic fabric. The mushroom is the first piece of furniture that is manufactured with an seamless one-piece elastic cover method. Its original shape will mark the furniture of the 60s by inspiring many other creations with sculptural forms. Today, the seat is part of the permanent collection of MoMa (The Museum of Modern Art in New York). The round shapes and comfortable padding are a perfect match with bright colours for an original and trendy effect. This iconic armchair was once launched as the F562, and has been re-launched as big mushroom...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Rare First Edition ABCD Three-Seat Sofa, 1968
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Rare First Edition ABCD Three-Seat Sofa, 1968

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Rare First Edition ABCD Three-Seat Sofa, 1968

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

An exceptionally rare first-edition ABCD three-seat sofa (Model F260), designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968. This highly sought-after early production example is distingui...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Foam

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 Los Angeles, 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

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

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

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

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

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 Pierre Paulin, Gubi

Located in Los Angeles, 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

Pair First Edition "Big Tulip" Lounge Chairs F551 by Pierre Paulin Artifort 1959
Pair First Edition "Big Tulip" Lounge Chairs F551 by Pierre Paulin Artifort 1959

Pair First Edition "Big Tulip" Lounge Chairs F551 by Pierre Paulin Artifort 1959

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Very rare pair of the first edition of the "Big Tulip" chair, model F551 Just Married! Designed by French designer Pierre Paulin in 1959 for Artifort, The Netherlands Reuph...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel, Nickel

Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, Netherlands, 1960s
Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, Netherlands, 1960s

Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, Netherlands, 1960s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in High Point, NC

A white-lacquered wood and brown fabric lounge chair, model Ribbon, designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, c. 1960s.  In good vintage condition, with visib...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Customizable Gubi Pacha Outdoor Lounge Chair, Swivel by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Gubi Pacha Outdoor Lounge Chair, Swivel by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Gubi Pacha Outdoor Lounge Chair, Swivel by Pierre Paulin

By Gubi, Pierre Paulin

Located in New York, 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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2010s Danish Pierre Paulin Seating

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Textile

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 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

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

Customizable Artifort Moulin Chair by Pierre Paulin

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

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

Artifort Pierre Paulin Little Tulip Swivel Chair in STOCK
Artifort Pierre Paulin Little Tulip Swivel Chair in STOCK

Artifort Pierre Paulin Little Tulip Swivel Chair in STOCK

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

upholstered in vidar 0554 - cat. FF base: p33 grey beige ral 1019 The Tulip midi was the missing member of the Tulip family for a long time. The armchair was designed by Pierre Pa...

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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating

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Fabric

1960s Pierre Paulin Tongue Chair in New Romo Mohair Upholstery
1960s Pierre Paulin Tongue Chair in New Romo Mohair Upholstery

1960s Pierre Paulin Tongue Chair in New Romo Mohair Upholstery

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Miami, FL

Originally designed in 1967 by celebrated French designer Pierre Paulin, the Tongue Chair remains one of the most iconic sculptural lounge chairs of the 20th century. Now part of the...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

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

Pierre Paulin F675 Butterfly chairs Artifort Netherlands 1963
Pierre Paulin F675 Butterfly chairs Artifort Netherlands 1963

Pierre Paulin F675 Butterfly chairs Artifort Netherlands 1963

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Striking pair of model F675 chairs designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands 1963. These chairs have nickel-plated geometric f...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating

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Steel

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.