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Seating For Sale
Creator: Artifort
Creator: Svend Åge Madsen
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 Seating

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Metal

Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Bijenkorf Two-Seat Sofa Steel and Grey Upholstery
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Bijenkorf Three-seat sofa steel and fabric The Netherlands 1960s The "Bijenkorf" sofa, designed by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort in the 1960s, is...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Bijenkorf Three-Seat Sofa Steel and Grey Upholstery
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Bijenkorf Three-seat sofa steel and fabric, The Netherlands, 1960s The "Bijenkorf" sofa, designed by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort in the 1960s, i...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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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" Chairs), model F580. This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966. This particular chairs is the very first edition ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Vintage Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s in Kvadrat Upholstery
Located in Vorst, BE
Vintage Oyster armchair model 157 from the 1960s. Completely new upholstery (new foam and Kvadrat fabric). Very comfortable and in very nice conditi...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Steel

Midcentury Model F572 Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning creation of the French designer Pierre Paulin. He designed this model (F572) for Artifort in 1967 and it is produced for just a few years. This magnificent set is upho...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Foam

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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chair, Fabric, Wood, Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s
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 ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Forrest Green Leather "F141" lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort 1978
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Timeless Elegance of the Forrest Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair Model F141 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort Netherlands 1978 Step into a world of sophisticatio...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Aluminum

Vintage Alky Chairs in Off-White Fabric by Giancarlo Piretti for Artifort, 1970s
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
A pair of beautiful Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” chairs reupholstered in luxurious off-white wool-cotton blend fabric produced by a highly recognized textile manufacturer Chase Erwin fro...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Bouclé

Suite of 8 Artifort “Hello There” Dining Outdoor Chairs in Aluminium
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is one of the most handsome, fun suites of outdoor/dining chairs you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being a most spectacular, striking and beautifully-preserved 8-piece suite of 1980’s aluminium-alloy “Hello There” Chairs...
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2010s Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Customizable Arris Sofa by Artifort Design Group
Located in New York, NY
Modern, soft and welcoming, with wonderful seating comfort, Arris is an elegant sofa programme with inviting loose back cushions. Perched high on its beautifully cast aluminum le...
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2010s Dutch Seating

Materials

Textile

Geoffrey Harcourt Patinated Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, The Netherlands
Located in Almelo, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt Patinated Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, The Netherlands 1970s Patinated cognac leather Artifort F141 Swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt mid-...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Customizable Arris Sectional Sofa by Artifort Design Group
Located in New York, NY
Modern, soft and welcoming, with wonderful seating comfort, Arris is an elegant sofa programme with inviting loose back cushions. Perched high on its beautifully cast aluminum le...
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2010s Dutch Seating

Materials

Textile

Midcentury Set of 2 Model 442 Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 2 Pierre Paulin "442" Chairs for Artifort, designed in the 1960s. These lovely chairs are also fabricated in the 1960s The combination of steel and the upholster...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Kho Liang Ie 416/3 Sofa for Artifort Holland, 1959
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly rare and original 3-seat sofa Model 416/3 designed by Dutch designer Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, Holland 1959. This sofa was one of the nicest designs by Kho Liang Ie for Artif...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Theo Ruth Daybed for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1950s
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This Mid-Century Modern daybed was designed by Theo Ruth in 1947 and produced by Eugen Schmidt Soloform, Artifort in a limited series. That is a veritable reflection of the specta...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Wool, Alpaca, Wood

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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Four Seat Bench for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Bench for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s This midcentury four-seat bench, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt for Artifort in the 1960s, would be a great addition to any office or waiting area. The modular seating system is made with cast aluminium leg frames and base plates that can be mounted on a steel beam set diagonally. This bench is in excellent condition with minor wear and tear that is consistent with its age and use. There are three black leather chairs with padded seats, totaling approximately 232 cm in length, 82 cm in height, and a seat height of 46 cm. The leather is in good used condition, and the legs and mounting clamps under the seats are made of sturdy aluminum, while the black supporting beam is made of thick steel. These chairs have a rich history, having been previously used for decades at a German airport and later in the waiting area of a Düsseldorf doctor's office. They are ideal for representative medical practices, law firms, or as lounge furniture in the commercial or private sector. Choosing used midcentury Furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

Midcentury 2-Seat Model 442 Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Pierre Paulin "442" Sofa for Artifort, designed in the 1960s. This lovely sofa is fabricated in the 1980s The combination of steel and the upholstery give this sofa the...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Svend Madsen for Moreddi High Back Danish Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Stylish set of eight high-back dining chairs designed by Svend A Madsen for Moreddi ,1960, Denmark. The 8 chair frames are crafted of solid walnut with angled, slatted back rests, de...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

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Walnut

Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort Swivel Office Chair in Deep Purple Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, office chair, aluminum, upholstery, The Netherlands, 1970s This office chair was designed by Geoffrey Harcourt manufactured by Artifort in the sevent...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Aluminum

1st Edition Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin Artifort New Upholstery, 1965
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Early 1st edition production ‘Oyster’ F157 lounge chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort – 1965. The early metal bases were made of brushed stainless steel. The new modern ones are m...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Stainless Steel

Rare "Eared" Lounge Chair by Bengt Ruda for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This cosy midcentury lounge chair by Bengt Ruda is an exceptional find, as this “eared” version is one of the designer’s rarest designs. The combination of the Swedish designer’s IDE...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

NEW Artifort Pink F978 Lounge Chair designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt in STOCK
Located in New York, NY
polished chrome base. synthetic white shell upholstered: ohmann kol p F978 lounge chair by Artifort makes a gorgeous statement piece in a modern living room. The angled seat and b...
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2010s Dutch Seating

Materials

Textile

Pierre Paulin F300 Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early production F300 lounge chair, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. A striking space-age form, with appealing curving planes, constructed of molded fiber...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Seating

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Leather, Fiberglass

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 chairs are fabricated in the 80s Covered with very exclusive Dedar Ital...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Fabric

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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Chrome, Steel

Midcentury Big Globe Armchair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and turnable Big Globe Lounge Chair with Ottoman. The Globe Chair is designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1959, this particular set is fabricated in the 1970s....
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Pierre Paulin, Rare Sofa Model 442 for Artifort, 1962
Located in Paris, FR
Here is the two-seat model sofa from the 442 series designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, Netherlands, 1962. Original Piece from the 1960s Newly re-upholstered in the traditional way by the best French craftsmen, we used a high quality wool Bouclé fabric from the French House Nobilis. Excellent condition. Biography - Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) Born in 1927 in Paris, Pierre Paulin is a French designer and interior designer. After studying at the Camondo School in Paris, with Maxime Old as a teacher, Pierre Paulin incorporated Marcel Gascoin’s studio in 1953. That same year, he exhibited his first designs which met a great success, at the “Salon des Arts Ménagers”. In 1954, Thonet France started to manufacture his creations. In 1959, Pierre Paulin began to work for the Dutch manufacturer Artifort, for whom he designed a range of bright colours, supple and curved shapes seats, upholstered with jersey. It was the beginning of a long and profitable collaboration that gave birth to many design icons. In 1967, he laid out Christian Dior’s office. In 1970, he started a collaboration with “Mobilier National” for whom he designed “Amphis” sofa, made out of three draught excluders built in and waving. Consecration came in 1971, when he took on the realisation of President Georges Pompidou’s private apartments at the Élysée Palace, assuring long-term recognition. François Mitterrand also drew on him in 1984, to conceive the interior design of his presidential office. Later, he renovated the dining room for the President Jacques Chirac. In 1975, he founded along with his wife the AD/SA agency, in which Roger Tallon associated in 1984. This company allowed them to work with great French firms such as Calor, Villeroy & Bosch, Citroën and SNCF and to arrange Paris-Gare de Lyon...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Artifort Nina Chair Designed by René Holten in STOCK
Located in New York, NY
one chair A contemporary, luxurious design. Elegant and comfortable. For meeting rooms and dining rooms. The rounded, well-fitted back makes the chair comfortable as active seating ...
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2010s Dutch Seating

Materials

Fabric

Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Sofas in Black Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, sofas model 'C683', fabric, coated steel, The Netherlands, design 1968 A classic midcentury sofa designed by Indo...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Lounge Chair C610 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
Located in Almelo, NL
Lounge chair C610 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969 The rich, coffee brown leather is still in good condition with no significant blemishes, a beautiful patina,...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather, Beech

1940s Sofa Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Very rare set of 3 armchairs and bench designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort made from leather and oak with block turned legs and arms. In 1936 Ruth joined Wagemans and Van Tuinen, first as a furniture maker and then, from 1939, as head of the design and development department. Ruth was the first permanent designer at Artifort furniture. 1940s - Netherlands The chairs are beautiful made with quality oak and nice patinated but comfortable leather seats...
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1940s Dutch Vintage Seating

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Leather, Oak

20th Century Dutch Artifort Set of a Congo Sofa & Slipper Chairs by Theo Ruth
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A white, vintage Mid-Century Modern Dutch living room set of a two seater Congo, small sofa and a pair of lounge chairs designed by Theo Ruth and produced by Artifort, in good condit...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Fabric, Rosewood, Upholstery, Bouclé

Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Leather, Steel, Artifort, 1963
Located in High Point, NC
A lounge chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Designed in 1963, produced in the 1960s. Features its original leather with dramatic patina.
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Artifort Mare Leather Sofa by René Holten in Stock
Located in New York, NY
Mare sectional 121.6"x32.7" upholstered in Ohmann #1614 Cool Gray polished stainless steel legs: 2x FC 112 End unit right facing 138 cm (54.3") w 2x FC 105 Intermediate element ...
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2010s Dutch Seating

Materials

Leather

Artifort Theo Ruth 'Gentleman's' Cocktail Chair, Netherlands 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort Cocktail Chair, designed by Theo Ruth in the early 1950s. The chair is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white Alcantara upholstery in very good condition. T...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

Mid Century Mushroom Stool by Pierre Paulin for Artifort Netherlands 1960s
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mid century original, Mushroom pouf stool, or ottoman designed by Pierre Paulin by Artifort. Features original woven cream wool upholstery. Uniquely sculpted in an organic shape addi...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1970s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Artifort F157 "Oyster" chair designed by Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) for Artifort in 1970S. Introducing the Oyster lounge chair by Pierre Paulin...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Chrome

Customizable Artifort Track Modular Sofa Design by Norm Architects
Located in New York, NY
Track is a modular sofa concept with an iconic and sculptural approach. The floating rock-like formations create a comfortable landscape of small seating islands that will become the...
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2010s Dutch Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Model "Onda" Set by De Pas D’Urbino and Lomazzi for Zanotta, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice rounded and curved "Onda" set of one 3-seat sofa and one fauteuil. The set is designed by De Pas, D’Urbino and Lomazzi and fabricated by Zanotta, Italy, 1985. The expressive curves of the sofa is emphasized by the vibrant color of the green leather. The structured and bend tubular chrome makes the piece look nice in a freestanding place. Because of the soft leather, it is comfortable to sit in. The original green leather is in good used condition with some normal traces of use (see the pictures). Jonathan De Pas, Donato D’Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi are three Milanese designers, born in the 1930s. Around 1960, they started working together. With their designs, they wanted to bring forward a new Italian design, contrasting with the international style...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Lounge chair "F545" "BIG TULIP" by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1980s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
SKAI LEATHER LOUNGE CHAIR "F545" BIG TULIP BY PIERRE PAULIN FOR ARTIFORT, NETHERLANDS 1980S Introducing the SKAI Leather Lounge Chair "F545" Big Tulip, a...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Blue Artifort F588 chair, by Geoffrey D. Harcourt, 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
Blue Artifort F588 chair, by Geoffrey D. Harcourt, 1960s The chair, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt (English) for Artifort, has a chic look due to th...
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20th Century Dutch Seating

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Metal

Customizable Artifort Track Modular Sofa Design by Norm Architects
Located in New York, NY
Track is a modular sofa concept with an iconic and sculptural approach. The floating rock-like formations create a comfortable landscape of small seating islands that will become the...
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2010s Dutch Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Pierre Paulin Model F678 Spider Lounge Chair, Artifort, Netherlands, Circa 1965
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional 20th century design lounge chair model F678, also known as the Spider Lounge Chair. This piece was designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Wool, Upholstery, Nylon, Rope, Foam, Wood, Plywood, Lacquer, Paint, Fabric

Desk or Office Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice and comfortable desk or office chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1970s. These swivel chairs are made with the best materials, they have ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Rocking Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Rocking Chair, manufactured by Artifort and designed by Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's. This particular chair is manufactured in 2022. The fabric and the foam ...
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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

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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 60’s. This very comfortable and cosy set is just covered with beaut...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Fabric

Mid Century F518 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Extremely comfortable Artifort F518 lounge chair. Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 70's. Very solid wooden frame with ...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1970s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Artifort F157 "OYSTER" chair designed by Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) for Artifort in 1970S. Introducing the Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Chrome

Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail 'Lady' Chair, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail chair, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The chair is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white Alcantara upholstery in very good condition....
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail sofa, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The sofa is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white alcantara uphols...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

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 60's. This is an original set with chromed legs, they are...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Customizable Artifort Track Modular Sofa Design by Norm Architects
Located in New York, NY
Track is a modular sofa concept with an iconic and sculptural approach. The floating rock-like formations create a comfortable landscape of small seating islands that will become the...
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2010s Dutch Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Artifort "Winner" Lounge Chair by Floris van den Broecke, Netherlands 1980s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Beautiful rare 760 Winner armchair by Floris van den Broecke. Looking for a standout piece of furniture to add to your home or office? Look no ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” Chairs in New Velvet, Artifort, 1970s - *Customizable*
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A pair of Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” chairs newly upholstered in Designers Guild linen-colored cotton velvet & potentially customizable in over 100 colors. Our Alky chairs can be comp...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Steel

508 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable Lounge Chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. It has a rotating metal foot. It has just been reupholstered with lovely bouclé fa...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

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