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Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Creator: Pierre Paulin
Set of 2 Model F444 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 2 model "F444" Chairs. This model is designed by the famous French designer Pierre Paulin (1927-2009). It is manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s. This o...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mid-Century Tongue Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
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. The chair is completely restored by a French Pierre ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Set of 2 Model F444 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 2 model "F444" Chairs. This model is designed by the famous French designer Pierre Paulin (1927-2009). It is manufactured by Artifort, Holland 1960s. This origi...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé

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

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Steel

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s. This original chair is produced in the 90's. It is a cute and very comfortable chair. There are 2 avai...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Ribbon Chair, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This original chair is produced in the 80's by Artifort, The Netherlands. The Ribbon Chair is a pi...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s. This original chair is produced in the 90's. It is a cute and very comfortable chair. The chair is jus...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This lovely Mushroom Chair is made in the 80's. It is covered with the original Kvadrat Tonus wool ...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Set of 2 Tongue Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Set amazing and very comfortable Tongue Chairs, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's and produced by Artifort. These original chairs are completely restored by...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Ribbon Chair, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This original chair is produced in the 60's by Artifort, The Netherlands. The Ribbon Chair is a pi...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60’s. The chair and the poof are completely restored with new fabric and new foam by a French Pie...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s. This original chair is produced in the 90's. It is a cute and very comfortable chair. There are 2 avai...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Ribbon Chair, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This original chair is produced in the 60's by Artifort, The Netherlands. The Ribbon Chair is a pi...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60’s. The chair and the poof are completely restored with new fabric and new foam by a French Pie...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin Model F598 Groovy Armchair for Artifort Netherlands, 1972
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
Fantastic F598 armchair, also called Groovy, by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1972. This sculptural armchair has been recently reupholstered with lovely and high quality Pierre Frey wool and alpaca blend fabric from Paris, France. Like all iconic...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Little Tulip Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
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 ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
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 80's ...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Mid-Century Tongue Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
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. The chair is completely restored by a French Pierre ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for 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 Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Orange Slice Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s, Set of 2
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
The famous Artifort orange slice chairs by Pierre Paulin. Designed in the 60s and produced in the 80s. Cute and very comfortable chairs. They have chrome metal legs. This gorgeous...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Pierre Paulin Set of 2 F598 Groovy Armchairs for Artifort New Upholstery, 1972
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

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

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Steel

Set of 2 Tongue Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Set amazing and very comfortable Tongue chairs, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60s and produced by Artifort. These original chairs are completely restored by ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

"Little Tulip" Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for 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 Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Lovely and very comfortable Artifort Groovy Chair (or "M" Chairs), model F580. This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966. This particular chair is the very first edition with...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of Ribbon Chairs, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This original set is produced in the 60's by Artifort, The Netherlands. The Ribbon Chair...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Big Tulip Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
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...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair for Artifort, 1960
Located in The Hague, NL
This stunning Ribbon Chair, designed by the renowned French designer Pierre Paulin, is an iconic piece of 1960s modernism. With its sculptural, organic form and sleek black finish, this chair is as much a work of art as it is a functional piece of furniture. The black Ribbon Chair...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60s. These particular chair is fabricated in the 80s Covered with very beautiful Scandinavian wo...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Mid Century Little Globe Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Big Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for 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 ...
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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin F598 Groovy Armchair for Artifort
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 ...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This lovely Mushroom Chair is made in the 80's. It is covered with the original Kvadrat Tonus wool ...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s. This is an original set with chromed legs, they are produced in the 80s. ...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel, Chrome

Little Tulip Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Cute and very comfortable pivoting Armchair, designed by the famous Pierre Paulin in te 60's. Fabricated by Artifort in the 80's. Round metal base with ...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This original Mushroom Chair is made in the 70's. It is covered with the original Kvadrat Tonus woo...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Artifort Pierre Paulin Little Tulip Swivel Chair in STOCK
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 Armchairs

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Fabric

"Little Tulip" Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Ribbon Chair, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This original chair is produced in the 80's by Artifort, The Netherlands. The Ribbon Chair is a pi...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé

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

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Steel

Pierre Paulin leather F444 armchair Artifort 1963
Located in Grenoble, FR
Pierre Paulin Very beautiful armchair model F444 for the Artifort brand in 1963, structure in polished steel and stretched leather made by saddle maker. This is an edition from the 6...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Iron

ABCD Armchair by Pierre Paulin for ARTIFORT New Upholstery, Netherlands - 1968
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Rare ABCD F260 chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort – Netherlands, 1968. It is re-upholstered in a beautiful wool/cotton fabric from Paris, France. The chair is very comfortable and ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Mid Century Model 303 Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice and comfortable Artifort Model 303 chair, designed by Pierre Paulin. This model is designed and produced in the 70's. Original hard polyurethane moulded shell. Upholstered...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Alpaca, Polystyrene

Model ABCD 1-Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing sculptural one-seater ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968. The sofa is composed of three separate segments characterized by the wave-shaped curves. The ...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Set of 2 Model F444 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 2 model "F444" Chairs. This model is designed by the famous French designer Pierre Paulin (1927-2009). It is manufactured by Artifort, Holland 1960s. This origi...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Swivel Tulip Armchairs by Pierre Paulin, NL circa 1965
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful pair of dark brown mid-century swivel Tulip armchairs by Pierre Paulin. Made around 1965, this design classic comes with the still original brown woven special fabric showi...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Mid Century Pierre Paulin for Thonet Armchair
Located in Houston, TX
Mid Century Pierre Paulin for Thonet Armchair featuring bentwood back in an ebonized finish with compass style legs. Seat needs reupholstering.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bentwood

Pair First Edition "Big Tulip" Lounge Chairs F551 by Pierre Paulin Artifort 1959
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel, Nickel

Mid Century Little Tulip Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Cute and very comfortable armchair. This "Little Tulip" is designed by the famous Pierre Paulin in te 60's. It is fabricated by Artifort in the late 60's. The chair has the origin...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Set of 2 "Ben" Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Set of 2 very comfortable Artifort "Ben" chairs. The famous Pierre Paulin designed it in the 80's and named it after his favorite Artifort colleague. Just restored with lovely I...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum

Mid Century Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
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. This is the v...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

F784 “Concorde” Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Hilversum, NL
The F784 "Concorde" lounge chair, designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort in the 1980s, is a timeless piece of modern design originally developed in the 1960s. This c...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum

Little Tulip Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mid Century F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning easy chair named "Butterfly" is designed by French designer Pierre Paulin in 1963. It is produced by Artifort, a Dutch high quality furniture manufacturer. The tubula...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
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 ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin F598 Groovy Armchair for Artifort, 1972
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 is in original condition the fabric is...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Set of 2 Tongue Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Set amazing and very comfortable Tongue chairs, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's and produced by Artifort. These original chairs are completely restored by...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Set of 2 Tongue Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Set amazing and very comfortable Tongue chairs, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60s and produced by Artifort. These original chairs are completely restored by ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Set of 2 Model F580 Groovy Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Lovely and very comfortable set of Artifort Groovy Chairs (or "M" Chairs), model F580. This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966. This...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Pierre Paulin F598 Groovy Armchair for Artifort
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 high qual...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Set of 2 Model F444 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 2 model "F444" Chairs. This model is designed by the famous French designer Pierre Paulin (1927-2009). It is manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s. This o...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mushroom Poof or Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing Mushroom poof, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the 60's. It is covered with the original and stunning Momentum fabric by Jack Lenor Larsen in the colors blue and ...
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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin F560 Mushroom for Artifort, Netherlands, circa 1970
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...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Set of 4 Little Tulip Armchairs by Pierre Paulin for 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 Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-century Modern armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

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