Pierre Paulin Seating
French, 1927-2009
Pierre Paulin introduced a fresh breeze into French furniture design in the 1960s and ’70s, fostering a sleek new Space-Age aesthetic. Along with Olivier Mourgue, Paulin developed chairs, sofas, dining tables and other furnishings with flowing lines and almost surreal naturalistic forms. And his work became such a byword for chic, forward-looking design and emerging technologies that two French presidents commissioned him to create environments in the Élysée Palace in Paris.
Paulin was born in Paris to a family of artists and designers. He initially sought to become a ceramist and sculptor and was studying in the town of Vallauris near the Côte d'Azur — a center for pottery making, where Pablo Picasso spent his postwar summers crafting ceramics — but broke his hand in a fight. He enrolled at the École Camondo, the Paris interior design school. There, Paulin was strongly influenced by the work of Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Arne Jacobsen, as was reflected in his early creations for the manufacturer Thonet-France.
It was at the Dutch firm Artifort, which he joined in 1958, where Paulin blossomed. In a few years, he produced several of his signature designs based on abstract organic shapes. These include the Butterfly chair (1963), which features a tubular steel frame and slung leather, and a group of striking seating pieces made with steel frames covered in polyurethane foam and tight jersey fabric: the Mushroom (1960), Ribbon (1966) and Tongue (1967) chairs. The revered designer not only introduced new construction techniques to Artifort furniture but contributed fresh materials, Pop art colors and dazzling shapes to the mid-century modern era as a whole.
In 1971, the Mobilier National — a department of France’s Ministry of Culture in charge of furnishing top-tier government offices and embassies — commissioned Paulin to redesign President Georges Pompidou’s private apartment in the Élysée Palace. In three years, Paulin transformed the staid rooms into futuristic environments with curved, fabric-clad walls and furnishings such as bookcases made from an arrangement of smoked-glass U shapes, flower-like pedestal chairs and pumpkin-esque loungers.
Ten years later, the Mobilier National called on Paulin again, this time to furnish the private office of President François Mitterand. Paulin responded with an angular, postmodern take on neoclassical furniture, pieces that looked surprisingly at home in the paneled, Savonnerie-carpeted Louis XVI rooms. As those two Élysée Palace projects show, Paulin furniture works well both in a total decor or when used as a counterpoint to traditional pieces. His creations have a unique personality: bright and playful yet sophisticated and suave.
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Creator: Pierre Paulin
Big Tulip Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Set of 2 Model F444 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Steel
Big Tulip Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Mid Century Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Mid-Century Desk Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute desk- or armchair.
This extremely rare chair is designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort in the 60's.
The nicely shaped seat with the soft cushion makes the chair very comfortable.
It has been restored by a Pierre Paulin specialist with new fabric and new foam.
Upholstered with the high quality and soft Pierre Frey bouclé fabric.
This lovely pivoting chair...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Steel
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Mid Century Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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 str...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Mid Century Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin, the big model with a ottoman.
Designed and manufactured in the beginning of the 60's, it's a fir...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Customizable Gubi Pacha Outdoor Lounge Chair, Swivel Designed by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Legendary French designer Pierre Paulin originally designed the Pacha Lounge Chair in 1975. Paulin designed the chair in harmony with the changing design style of its period, replaci...
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2010s Danish Pierre Paulin Seating
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Textile
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Fabric
Pierre Paulin 442 lounge chairs Artifort Netherlands 1962
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice minimalistic pair of model 442 lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands 1962. This is for a pair of lounge chairs model 442 which is...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Stainless Steel
Globe Chair by Pierre Paulin in Brown Leather for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Barcelona, ES
Globe chair model F422 designed by Pierre Paulin in 1959 for dutch company Artifort. Rare version upholstered in original chocolate brown leather with swivel steel base and very comf...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Steel
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Vintage Artifort Design Armchair Model Ben in High-Quality Red Fabric
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This is the BEN chair designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort. It features a sleek design and is upholstered in luxurious red fabric. The armchair is very comfortable and ...
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20th Century Pierre Paulin Seating
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Fabric
$261 Sale Price
61% Off
2023 Pierre Paulin for GUBI Pacha Module Two Seater Sofa with Middle Armrest
By Pierre Paulin, Gubi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Pacha Sofa, originally designed by Pierre Paulin for GUBI in 1975. This particular example was produced in in 2023. The sofa is comprised of a met...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Paulin CM 190 Bergeres for Thonet Original Upholstery. Free transport
By Pierre Paulin
Located in London, GB
Pair of original "Chauffeuse" or low seat designed by Pierre Paulin in the 50's for Thonet.
In skaie leather which in the 50 60's was very chic and revolutionary.
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Faux Leather
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Sofa in Blue Upholstery
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Paulin for Artifort, sofa model '442/3', fabric upholstery, chromed steel, The Netherlands, 1962
This modest sofa is based on a solid construction featuring clear lines and g...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Steel
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Mid Century Big Globe Chair
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Big Globe Lounge Chair F422 designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1959. Original fabric. Labeled.
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Fabric
Vintage Artifort Design Armchair Model Ben in Sturdy Red Fabric
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This is the BEN chair designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort. It features a sleek design and is upholstered in luxurious red fabric. The armchair is very comfortable and ...
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20th Century Pierre Paulin Seating
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Fabric
$276 Sale Price
59% Off
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Stainless Steel
Set of Pierre Paulin French Mid-Century Black Ribbon Armchairs and Ottoman
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 3 French Mid-Century black ribbon form seating consisting of 2 armchairs on a metallic painted wooden base and a single matching winged ottoman (2 Armchairs, 1 Ottoman) (PIERR...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Paulin Seating
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Chrome
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...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Fabric, Wool
Osaka Cyan Flexible Curve Sofa 330cm by La Cividina
By Pierre Paulin, La Cividina
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In 1967, the French designer Pierre Paulin challenged the rationalism that was predominant at the time by envisaging a range of seats with naturally winding lines.
Developed for Exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pierre Paulin Seating
Materials
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
$8,641 / item
Model 442 3-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1962.
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
A minimalist icon from the golden era of modern design — this rare Model 442 sofa was designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the early 1960s.
The sleek architectural frame, uphol...
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Mid-20th Century French Minimalist Pierre Paulin Seating
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Chrome
Osaka 280cm Sunset Flexible Curve Sofa By La Cividina
By Pierre Paulin, La Cividina
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In 1967, the French designer Pierre Paulin challenged the rationalism that was predominant at the time by envisaging a range of seats with naturally winding lines.
Developed for Exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pierre Paulin Seating
Materials
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
Osaka Sunset Flexible Curve Sofa 480cm by La Cividina
By Pierre Paulin, La Cividina
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In 1967, the French designer Pierre Paulin challenged the rationalism that was predominant at the time by envisaging a range of seats with naturally winding lines.
Developed for Exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pierre Paulin Seating
Materials
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
$12,275 / item
Ligne Roset Andy Armchair by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Andy Armchair by Ligne Roset, a stunning addition to any modern living space. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this armchair boasts a sleek and contemporar...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pierre Paulin Seating
Materials
Metal
$2,362 Sale Price
30% Off
Osaka Cyan Flexible Curve Sofa 280cm by La Cividina
By Pierre Paulin, La Cividina
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In 1967, the French designer Pierre Paulin challenged the rationalism that was predominant at the time by envisaging a range of seats with naturally winding lines.
Developed for Expo 1970 in the city after which it is named, the Osaka sofa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pierre Paulin Seating
Materials
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
$7,966 / item
Pierre Paulin, Globe Seat F 422 and Its Ottoman in Steel and Fabric, circa 1960
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pierre Paulin, globe seat F 422 and its ottoman in steel and fabric, circa 1960
Artifort Edition.
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Steel
Osaka Cyan Flexible Curve Sofa 380cm by La Cividina
By Pierre Paulin, La Cividina
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In 1967, the French designer Pierre Paulin challenged the rationalism that was predominant at the time by envisaging a range of seats with naturally winding lines.
Developed for Exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pierre Paulin Seating
Materials
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
$9,876 / item
Osaka Cyan Flexible Curve Sofa 480cm by La Cividina
By Pierre Paulin, La Cividina
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In 1967, the French designer Pierre Paulin challenged the rationalism that was predominant at the time by envisaging a range of seats with naturally winding lines.
Developed for Exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pierre Paulin Seating
Materials
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
$12,275 / item
1959, Pierre Paulin, Large Early Oyster, Easy Chair F157
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1959, Pierre Paulin, large early oyster, easy chair F157
vintage condition.
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
Vintage Reupholstered Pierre Paulin Big Tulip Chair, for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage reupholstered Pierre Paulin big tulip chair, for Artifort, 1960s
A lounge chair by Pierre Paulin produced by Artifort, with red wool...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Steel
1959, Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Early Globe Chair in Pink Fabric
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
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 Pierre Paulin Seating
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Metal
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 ...
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1960s French Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
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Steel
1959, Pierre Paulin, Large Early Oyster, Easy Chair F157 in Brown Leather
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Beautiful Classic design.
Brand new upholstery in soft comfortable leather, but there is a spot where the upholstery is not glued completely tightly to the backrest of the seat (see...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Paulin Seating
Materials
Metal
Pierre Paulin seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Pierre Paulin seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Pierre Paulin seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 323 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 61 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Pierre Paulin were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt, and Metz
Co.. Prices for Pierre Paulin seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $165 and can go as high as $40,049, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,887.
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