Artifort Armchairs
Dutch
The sterling reputation that Artifort enjoys isn’t limited to the innovative upholstery and fluid, organic shapes for which its products are widely known — the legendary Dutch brand’s vintage seating and other furniture is also celebrated for its embodiment of functionality, comfort and quality. These are among the principles that underpin the philosophy toward modern furniture design at Artifort, which has been at the crossroads of furniture and art for over 125 years.
Prior to 1928, the year Artifort officially became a brand, Jules Wagemans had a small upholstery business in Maastricht, the Netherlands. After setting up in 1890, his son, Henricus Wagemans, broadened the scope of the company to include furniture production. By the end of the 1920s, their showroom in Amsterdam had made them a recognizable brand across the Netherlands.
Then named H. Wagemans Van Tuien, the company changed its name to Artifort after the economic recession. Artifort came from two Latin words meaning “art” and “strong” — a perfect description for the style of each design and the manufacturer’s intention to create sturdy furnishings. Artifort’s reputation for durable armchairs and sofas endures, and vintage editions of this seating are now family heirlooms in many homes.
Artifort became a magnet for high-profile and up-and-coming designers alike. Many furniture designers’ careers began thanks to collaborations with Artifort, such as Dutch industrial and jewelry designer Gijs Bakker and Indonesian-born designer Kho Liang Ie. Also known for designing the interiors at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, Kho Liang Ie was an aesthetic consultant at Artifort and used his expertise to turn the company into a world-class brand. Perhaps his largest contribution, however, was attracting the talents of French furniture and interior designer Pierre Paulin and English furniture designer Geoffrey D. Harcourt.
Paulin’s bright and colorful lounge chairs, such as his Orange Slice chair and Mushroom chair, are still central to the Artifort identity. 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, while Harcourt deserves credit for popularizing Artifort internationally and extending their reach into foreign markets.
Another talent boom in the 1990s at Artifort yielded collaborations with Jasper Morrison, Wolfgang Mezger and René Holten. Iranian designer Khodi Feiz was named art director in 2014 and has continued the tradition of recruiting top designers such as Claesson Koivisto Rune, Ilse Crawford and Luca Nichetto.
Find a collection of vintage Artifort lounge chairs, tables and more on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Artifort
Mid Century Little Globe Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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 Artifort Armchairs
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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 te 60's. Fabricated by Artifort in the 80's. Round metal base with ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin, the big model with a ottoman.
Designed in the beginning of the 60's, this particular set is manu...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Big Tulip Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and original big tulip lounge chair with Ottoman, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1965.
This 80's pivoting edition has a round metal foot.
The set ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
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Metal
Alky Lounge Chair by Giancarlo Piretti for Artifort, 1980s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Elevate your interior with the iconic Alky Chair, designed by Giancarlo Piretti. This 1970s design classic effortlessly blends comfort with sleek, sculptural lines.
This particular...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
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Aluminum
F510 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort model F510 lounge chair.
Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's.
The chair is just restor...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Tongue Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
F510 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort model F510 lounge chair.
Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's.
The chair is just restor...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Mushroom Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy set of 2 Artifort Mushroom Chairs, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s.
Covered with stunning and high quality ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Mid Century F588 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable midcentury Artifort lounge chair, model F588.
This chair is designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's.
It is just reupholstered wi...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Set of 2 Tongue Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
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 Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Tongue Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960
s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60’s.
The chair and the pouf are completely restored with new fabric and new foam by a French Pie...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
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Fabric
Mid-Century F555 Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980
s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare F555 model, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the 60's.
Executed with high quality and original green and yellow fabric from the 80's.
Perhaps the design was too m...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Artifort Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s.
This very comfortable and cosy set is just covered with beautiful and high qual...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Rene Holten for Artifort - Pair of "Dodo" armchairs
By Rene Holten, Artifort
Located in Brussels, BE
The "Dodo" armchairs by Rene Holten for Artifort strike the eye for its clarity and simplicity of design.
Both seat and back appear to float due to the sleek chrome structure in m...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Leather
$2,385 / item
Mid Century Big Globe Armchair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century F511 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort lounge chair, model F511.
Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's.
The chair is just restored with new fabric and new foa...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 "Ben" Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair is designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, 1963.
The tubular frame is thin and geometric.
The beautiful leather seating a...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century F588 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable midcentury Artifort lounge chair, model F588 Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's. Just reupholstered with high quality leather and ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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 Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin, the big model with a ottoman.
Designed in the beginning of the 60's, this particular set is manu...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Desk or Office Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
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 a...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Artifort 410 Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing Artifort model 410 Chair.
This comfortable chair is designed by Theo Ruth in the beginning of the 50's.
This original chair is completely restored with new fabric and new fo...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of Ribbon Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of Ribbon Chairs, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60's.
It is produced by Artifort, The Netherlands.
The Ribbon Chair is a piece of Art and it i...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$15,490 / set
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 chair is fabricated in the 80s
Covered with very beautiful Scandinavian wo...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Desk or Office Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
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 ...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s.
Covered with stunning and high quality wool fabric.
The ch...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
1940s Sofa Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
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 Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
$3,571 / set
Oyster Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980
s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A set of the famous and very comfortable Artifort Oyster Chairs by Pierre Paulin.
Designed in the beginning of the 60's, this particular set is man...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin.
Designed in the 60's and produced in the 80's.
Cute and very comfortable chair.
It has chrome metal legs.
The cha...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century F510 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort lounge chair.
Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's.
The chair is just restored with new fabric and new foam.
It is r...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Plastic, Wood
Mid Century F555 Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare F555 model, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the 60's.
Just upholstered with new foam and lovely Pierre Frey bouclé fabric. The chair is in p...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Artifort Armchair Model
905
in Metal and Fabric Upholstery
By Artifort
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Artifort, lounge chair model '905', metal, fabric upholstery, the Netherlands, design 1964
The Artifort '905' armchair was designed by the company in 1964. Although the design was created in the sixties, thanks to its very modest and clean look, it still feels modern today. The model radiates class through the usage of sleek and slim lines. The legs and frame are created in a metal chrome.
Artfifort was founded by Jules Wagemans in Maastricht in 1890. During this period, the company only focused on the upholstery of furniture. Wagemans’ son, Henricus, changed the business to a furniture factory. During this period, the company was called ‘H. Wagemas & Van Tuinen...
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1960s Dutch Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Artifort Armchairs in Metal and Beige Upholstery
By Artifort
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Artifort, lounge chair model '905', metal, fabric upholstery, the Netherlands, design 1964
The Artifort '905' armchair was designed by the company in 1964. Although the design was created in the sixties, thanks to its very modest and clean look, it still feels modern today. The model radiates class through the usage of sleek and slim lines. The legs and frame are created in a metal chrome.
Artfifort was founded by Jules Wagemans in Maastricht in 1890. During this period, the company only focused on the upholstery of furniture. Wagemans’ son, Henricus, changed the business to a furniture factory. During this period, the company was called ‘H. Wagemas & Van Tuinen...
Category
1960s Dutch Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$2,225 / item
Pierre Paulin F560 Mushroom for Artifort, Netherlands, circa 1970
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool
Pierre Paulin F570 Armchair Artifort, 1963
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare lounge chair model F570 designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, Holland 1963. This rare armchair was only produced for 1 year and the...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Artifort by Patrick Norguet Apollo Blue Armchair
By Artifort, Patrick Norguet
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed in 2002 by Patrick Norguet for Artifort, the Apollo armchair is a bold example of modern design.
The armchair has a wide, sculptural form, creating a comfortab...
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Early 2000s Dutch Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of Iconic Artifort F330 ‘Cordoba’ Lounge Chairs in Soft Ochre Leather
By Artifort, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Voorburg, NL
Rare set of Artifort F330 lounge chairs designed by Gerard van den Berg. These classic chairs with high comfort come in beautiful Ochre soft leather upholstery and with black wooden ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Artifort Theo Ruth
Gentleman
s
Cocktail Chair, Netherlands 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
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 Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Set of Model F570 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960
s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare set of lounge chairs, model F570.
Designed by Pierre Paulin in 1963 and manufactured by Artifort.
This beautiful model was produced for just a very short time, 1 year, ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
"Apollo" Chair by Patrick Norguet for Artifort
By Artifort, Patrick Norguet
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice and comfortable Artifort Apollo Chair, designed by Patrick Norguet in 2002.
It is covered with the original black Gabriel Fame wool fabri...
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Early 2000s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pierre Paulin 446 Pair of Rare Club Chairs for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Antwerp, BE
Artifort 446 lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured in Holland, 1962. The chairs have been newly upholstered in off-white / light grey velvet. The chairs have solid steel legs, chrome-plated. This is an extremely rare and very collectible pair of chairs by Paulin.
Pierre Paulin was most famous for his innovative designs during the 1960s when he worked for Artifort. His most famed...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Steel
1959, Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Early Globe Chair in Pink Fabric
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-)
Original early Globe chair...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Artifort "Winner" Lounge Chair by Floris van den Broecke, Netherlands 1980s
By Artifort
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 Artifort Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Artifort armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Artifort armchairs 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 Artifort armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 187 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 16 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original armchairs by Artifort 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 armchairs by Pierre Paulin, Martin Visser, and Theo Ruth. Prices for Artifort armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $762 and can go as high as $24,299, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,243.