Plush, sculptural and low to the ground, the Mushroom chair is seating that prioritizes comfort over formality. Designed in 1960 to envelop the body, it anticipated an audacious era of exploration and rampant challenges to conventionality, and with its bright-colored fabric and bold organic form, the Mushroom chair was an immediate hit upon its release. For French designer Pierre Paulin (1927–2009), who had been in search of new methods of manufacturing chairs when he conceived of this provocative piece, he’d come a long way.
Paulin initially pursued ceramics and then trained as a sculptor in Burgundy, but gave up the latter after he injured his arm during a fistfight. Instead, he attended the École Camondo in Paris. “To make drawings of Louis XVI chairs was a good education, like learning Latin,”' he later said of his time at the institution. Early-career modernist experiments saw Paulin working with bent plywood processes and covering chair frames with stretched womens’ swimwear pieces during his tenure at Thonet — endeavors that would preface his celebrated work at Dutch manufacturer Artifort in the years that followed.
The production behind the Mushroom chair was nothing short of revolutionary, even though it required minimal materials. Underneath its single-piece elastic stretch jersey cover, a frame of steel tubing covered with molded foam padding comprises the piece’s alluring shape. Paulin would continue to use this construction technique at Artifort throughout the decade, including in two of his memorable designs, the Ribbon chair (1966) and the Tongue chair (1967). Still manufactured by Artifort, the Mushroom chair is as striking and seductive as ever.
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...
Steel
Customizable Artifort Mushroom Junior Armchair by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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 Mus...
Textile
Customizable Artifort Big Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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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Vintage Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in KUTNO, PL
The world-famous Mushroom ® (F560) by Pierre Paulin is an armchair for all generations. Part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. A sensitive but stur...
Textile
Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Vienna, AT
Blue Mushroom armchair designed by Pierre Paulin in the 1960s for Artifort, Netherlands. Excellent original condition.
Fabric, Wool
Pair of light blue Mushroom lounge chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in amstelveen, NL
Pierre Paulin “Mushroom” Chairs for Artifort, 1960s A sculptural pair of Pierre Paulin’s iconic Mushroom lounge chairs for Artifort. These early-edition pieces feature the charact...
Chenille
Customizable Artifort Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
The mushroom armchair is one of the world’s most famous designs. Designer Pierre Paulin distinguished himself with this armchair in the original shape, bright colours and revolutiona...
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Early Production Pierre Paulin 'Mushroom' Chairs for Artifort, 1960s, Signed
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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...
Fabric, Foam
French Design Classic Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mushroom Lounge Chair
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Renens, CH
Pierre Paulin was a Paris-born French designer, who created his best known pieces in cooperation with Artifort (The Netherlands). Famous are the Tongue, Ribbon or the Mushroom Chair,...
Fabric, Foam
Lounge chair f 560 Pierre Paulin mid century modern
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Pierre Paulin f560 called mushroom here is an Armchair and ottoman newly reupholstered in high-quality orange wool fabric The Mushroom Armchair, designed by the renowned French desi...
Wool, Foam
Customizable Artifort Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in New York, NY
The Mushroom armchair is one of the world’s most famous designs. Designer Pierre Paulin distinguished himself with this armchair in the original shape, bright colors and revolutionar...
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Mushroom armchair and ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifact, 1960
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Lyon, FR
Iconic Mushroom Lounge Chair with Ottoman, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, produced in the 1960s. A true functional sculpture, this piece captivates with its enveloping curve...
Metal
Pierre Paulin F560 Mushroom for Artifort, Netherlands, circa 1970
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Mushroom f-560 lounge chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands – circa 1970. The chair is made in a very dark brown (almost black) wool fabric by Kvadrat. The condition of th...
Fabric, Wool
Pierre Paulin, Armchair and Ottoman "Mushroom", France, 1960
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) Armchair and ottoman model “Mushroom” Manufactured by Artifort France, 1960s Steel, upholstery Measurements 86.36 cm x 81.28 cm x 63.5 cm 34 in. x ...
Steel
Little Tulip Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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...
Steel
Customizable Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
A completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-known ribbon form. Metal frame with horizontal springs, covered with foam...
Textile
$1,668Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.32 in W 25.2 in D 22.84 in
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...
Fabric
Pierre Paulin F598 Groovy Armchair for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in The Hague, NL
Groovy lounge chair designed by Pierre Paulin in 1972 and manufactured for Artifort, Holland. Model No: F598, or also known as "M" chair. Chair has been newly reupholstered in green ...
Metal
Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60s. These particular chairs are fabricated in the 80s Covered with very exclusive Dedar Italy f...
Fabric
$3,836
H 36.23 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
Mid Century Big Tulip Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and original Big Tulip lounge chair, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1965. This model remains one of the best known of the Pierre Paulin's work. The chair ...
Steel
$10,209 / set
H 29.14 in W 35.44 in D 28.75 in
Big Tulip Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A set with 2 very comfortable and original Big Tulip lounge chairs. These chairs are designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1965. This low version without head rest is a rare...
Metal
Ben Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Dronten, NL
Designed by visionary French designer Pierre Paulin for Artifort, the Ben Chair exemplifies his signature sculptural approach to seating. With its soft, organic curves and inviting f...
Aluminum
$7,203 / set
H 25.99 in W 35.44 in D 32.29 in
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60s. This very comfortable and cosy set is just covered with beautiful and the highest quality ...
Fabric
Artifort Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin in STOCK
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Mushroom lounge Tonus (BB) 0464 felt gliders Mushroom F 560 The Mushroom armchair is one of the world’s most famous designs. Designer Pierre Paulin distinguished himself with this a...
Fabric
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...
Chrome
Big Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Extremely comfortable and cosy Artifort big mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This lovely chair is covered with the original Kvadrat ...
Fabric
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H 26.38 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in
USA - Set of 2 Mushroom Sessel Artifort Pierre Paulin Stoff lila
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten zwei wunderschöne Mushroom Sessel von Pierre Paulin für Artifort zum Verkauf an. Insgesamt sind zwei Stück verfügbar. ***Preis pro Set*** Zustand: Guter gebrauchter Zust...
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H 25.99 in W 35.44 in D 32.29 in
Vintage Artifort F560 Mushroom Chairs By Pierre Paulin For Artifort 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Stunning set of two Vintage Artifort F560 Mushroom chairs by Pierre Paulin in beige upholstery, 1960s. An incredible early pair which have been preserved in a beautiful way. This mo...
Metal
2x Mushroom armchair Artifort Pierre Paulin fabric purple
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering two beautiful Mushroom armchairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort for sale. A total of two pieces are available. ***Price per piece*** ***If two pieces are purchased, a ...
Fabric
Original Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair & Ottoman, New Upholstery
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in London, GB
A fully reupholstered Pierre Paulin original Mushroom chair model F560 with its matching footstool for Artifort, the Netherlands, circa 1960. Professionally reupholstered from the f...
Steel
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H 26.38 in W 33.47 in D 29.53 in
French Design Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mushroom Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Renens, CH
Pierre Paulin was a Paris-born French designer, who created his best known pieces in cooperation with Artifort (The Netherlands). Famous are the Tongue, Ribbon or the Mushroom Chair,...
Fabric, Foam
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H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
Green apple mushroom armchair and ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Lyon, FR
Green apple mushroom armchair and ottoman, an iconic design of the 1960s by Pierre Paulin. Artifort edition, from the 1990s. Original Kva...
Fabric
Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in PARIS, FR
Mushroom Armchair by French designer Pierre Paulin (1927-2009), released by Artifort in the 1960s. This iconic armchair is upholstered in its original green fabric. Revolutionizing ...
Textile
Mushroom / F588 , Pierre Paulin , Artifort , Pays Bas , Années 1960
By Pierre Paulin
Located in PARIS, FR
Fauteuil mushroom F 588 de pierre Paulin, pour artifort Tissu iceberg en laine et coton de chez Bisson Bruneel
Fabric, Foam
Pierre Paulin Pumpkin Sofa for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Pierre Paulin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pierre Paulin design "Pumpkin" two seater sofa or loveseat by Line Roset. Contemporary edition less than 10 years old in good used condition. Upholstery appears to be suede in a soot...
Suede, Ultrasuede
Pierre Paulin Artifort Mushroom Lounge Chairs with Ottoman
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Model 560 mushroom lounge chair, paired with Model 561 ottoman, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. An organic form that was innovative in its design, where fabric is st...
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Mushroom Armchair By Pierre Paulin, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in PARIS, FR
Mushroom armchair by designer Pierre Paulin, published by Artifort in the 1960s. This iconic armchair is upholstered in its original blue jersey fabric. Slight discoloration visible ...
Fabric
Mushroom Chair by Pierre Paulin 'Model F560'
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mushroom chair by Pierre Paulin (Model F560).
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