Pierre Paulin, Sofa, Fabric, Metal, Netherlands, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and metal ABCD sofa designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s.
Metal
Cashmere 'ABCD' Two Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Three shades of blue 'ABCD' cashmere two-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort on metal casters.
Fabric
Pierre Paulin ABCD Three-Seater Sofa for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Pierre Paulin in 1968 and produced by Artifort in the Netherlands from 1969, the ABCD sofa is one of the most recognisable designs of the Space Age era.
Fabric, Foam
Pierre Paulin ABCD Two-Seater Sofa for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Pierre Paulin in 1968 and produced by Artifort in the Netherlands from 1969, the ABCD sofa is one of the most recognisable designs of the Space Age era.
Fabric, Foam
Pierre Paulin Pumpkin Two-Seater Sofa in Black Alcantara-Style Fabric
By Pierre Paulin
Located in MONTPELLIER, FR
Iconic Pumpkin two-seater sofa designed by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset, upholstered in its original black suede-effect microfiber fabric, believed to be Alcantara.
Suede, Foam
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...
Steel
$15,225 / item
Osaka Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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.
Upholstery
Ligne Roset Pumpkin Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Pumpkin sofa by Ligne Roset, designed by Pierre Paulin. This iconic piece is a revolutionary example of soft, organic seating that prioritises comfort and protective ...
Leather
Osaka Small Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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.
Upholstery
Osaka Large Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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.
Upholstery
Osaka Medium Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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.
Upholstery
Osaka Extra Small Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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.
Upholstery
Osaka Extra Large Sofa in Stretchy Blue Upholstery by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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.
Upholstery
Customizable Gubi 2-Seater Pacha Outdoor Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for the starting fabric category A. Legendary French designer Pierre Paulin originally designed the Pacha Lounge Chair in 1975. Paulin designed the chair in harmony wit...
Textile
1970s Modular Sofa by Karl Wittmann after Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Karl Wittmann
Located in Wien, AT
A sculptural and elegant modular sofa designed by Karl Wittmann after Pierre Paulin, produced by Wittmann, Austria, in the 1970s.
Fabric, Upholstery
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.
Chrome
Gubi Pacha 3-seater Modular Sofa with armrest by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, 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...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
Gubi Pacha 2-seater Modular Sofa with armrest by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, 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...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
ABCD 2-seat Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning sculptural ABCD 2-seat sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968.
Metal
ABCD 2-seat Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning sculptural ABCD 2-seat sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968.
Metal
Mid Century ABCD 2-Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing sculptural two-seater ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968.
Fabric
Mid Century ABCD 3-Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing sculptural three-seater ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968.
Fabric
Mid Century Model 442 Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Pierre Paulin "442" Sofa for Artifort, designed in the 1960s.
Steel
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Rare First Edition ABCD Three-Seat Sofa, 1968
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
An exceptionally rare first-edition ABCD three-seat sofa (Model F260), designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968.
Fabric, Foam
Sofa, Pierre Paulin, Curved Modular Design, Navy Blue Upholstery, Italy
By Pierre Paulin, La Cividina
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Sofa, Pierre Paulin, Curved Modular Design, Navy Blue Upholstery, Italy TITLE: Osaka Sofa DESIGNER: Pierre Paulin STYLE: Modern MATERIALS: Fabric, Polyurethane Foam, Steel DIMENSION...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Gubi Pacha Outdoor 2-seater Modular Sofa with armrest by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, 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...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
Gubi Pacha Outdoor 4-seater Modular Sofa with armrest by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, 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...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
Gubi Pacha Outdoor 3-seater Modular Sofa with armrest by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, 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...
Stainless Steel
Gubi Pacha Outdoor 3-seater Modular Sofa with armrest by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, 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...
Stainless Steel
Gubi Pacha 3-seater Modular Sofa with middle armrest by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, 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...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
Pierre Paulin "Osaka" Sofa for La Cividina, Italy 90's
By La Cividina, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Wonderful "Osaka" sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin in 1967 for the 1970 World Expo in Osaka Japan.
Metal
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.
Metal
Gubi Pacha 3-seater Modular Sofa with armrest in White Fabricby Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Gubi
Located in Brooklyn, 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...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
ABCD Loveseat by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Oakville, CA
ABCD loveseat by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1968. Loveseat has been carefully restored by stripping down to bare metal frame and latex seat sling, re foaming and re upholstering in ...
Steel
New and Made to Order Customizable Gubi 3-Seater Pacha Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for the starting fabric category A. Legendary French designer Pierre Paulin originally designed the Pacha Lounge Chair in 1975. Paulin designed the chair in harmony wit...
Textile
2023 Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset Pumpkin 3-Seat Large Settee / Sofa
By Pierre Paulin, Ligne Roset
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The sofa was designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Ligne Roset in France.
Fabric, Foam
New and Made to Order Gubi 2-Seater Pacha Sofa with Armrests by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for the starting fabric category A. Legendary French designer Pierre Paulin originally designed the Pacha Lounge Chair in 1975. Paulin designed the chair in harmony wit...
Textile
New and Made to Order Gubi 3-Seater Pacha Sofa with Armrests by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for the starting fabric category A. Legendary French designer Pierre Paulin originally designed the Pacha Lounge Chair in 1975. Paulin designed the chair in harmony wit...
Textile
$30,800
Pierre Paulin ABCD Sofa
Located in New York, NY
The ABCD Sofa by Pierre Paulin is a celebrated example of the designer’s innovative approach to modern seating, showcasing his ability to combine comfort, visual elegance, and sculpt...
Fabric
Pierre Paulin Rare BLUB BLUB Seating Lounge 1972
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare Blub Blub by Pierre Paulin in gradient original fabric. The “Blub Blub” sofa, chair seating system is a rare 1972 design by Pierre Paulin, created during his experimental orga...
Fabric, Fiberglass, Carbon Fiber
Midcentury Set of 2 Model 442 Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 2 Pierre Paulin "442" Chairs for Artifort, designed in the 1960s.
Steel
Pierre Paulin Three-Seater Sofa, ‘Blub Blub 275’
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Paulin (1927–2009) was a celebrated French furniture designer renowned for his innovative, sculptural approach to modern seating.
Fiberglass
$52,800 / set
Pierre Paulin Living Room Suite, Model no. F500
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Paulin was a pioneering French furniture designer celebrated for transforming modern living spaces with organic, flowing forms and sculptural elegance.
Leather, Foam, Wood
Original Lara Sofa by Pamio, Toso and Massari for Stilwood, Italy, 1960s
By Stilwood, Mario Bellini, Pierre Paulin, Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original Lara sofa by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso and Noti Massari for Stilwood, Italy 1950s/1960s. Newly reupholstered in a premium, pure Alpaca wool fabric. Ships worldwide.
Foam
Elysée Sofa and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset
By Pierre Paulin
Located in BAUD, FR
“Élysée” sofa and ottoman by Pierre Paulin This two-seater sofa is produced by Ligne Roset Two-seater seating Height: 70 cm Width: 170 cm Depth: 80 cm Matching half-moon ottoman W...
Metal
$19,799 / item
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Four Seat Outdoor Sofa for Gubi
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Four Seat Outdoor Sofa for Gubi Designed for durability, this authorized re-edition of the 'Pacha' Collection for outdoors is executed in a specially-developed...
Steel
$15,399 / item
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Three Seat Outdoor Sofa for Gubi
By Pierre Paulin, Gubi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Three Seat Outdoor Sofa for Gubi Designed for durability, this authorized re-edition of the 'Pacha' Collection for outdoors is executed in a specially-develope...
Steel
$12,099 / item
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Two Seat Outdoor Sofa for Gubi
By Pierre Paulin, Gubi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Two Seat Outdoor Sofa for Gubi Designed for durability, this authorized re-edition of the 'Pacha' Collection for outdoors is executed in a specially-developed ...
Steel
Model 1000 bench by Walter Papst for Wilkhahn, Germany 1960s
By Verner Panton, Walter Papst, Wilkhahn, Pierre Paulin
Located in ECHT, NL
Model 1000 bench. Designed by Walter Papst and produced by Wilkhahn Germany in the 1960s. The sculptural design bench is made of fiberglass reinforced resin. The surface of the ben...
Fiberglass
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa & Pouf in Boucle and Brass, Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
If you're into names like Milo Baughman, Karl Springer, Pierre Paulin, or Jean Royère — this sofa will absolutely make your heart skip a beat.
Brass
Model ABCD 1-Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing sculptural one-seater ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968.
Fabric
Model 446 Three-Seater Sofa and Club Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Izegem, VWV
The rather rare and sleek model 446 sofa and matching armchairs were designed in 1962 by the famous french architect Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, Holland.
Steel
Ligne Roset Daybed Sofa by Pierre Paulin, Reedition
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Ligne Roset daybed, originally designed by Pierre Paulin in 1953. This edition was produced by Ligne Roset in 2015 and features wooden feet. The frame is made of beech wood with wa...
Fabric, Foam, Beech, Walnut
Ligne Roset Daybed Sofa by Pierre Paulin, Reedition
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Ligne Roset daybed, originally designed by Pierre Paulin in 1953. This edition was produced by Ligne Roset in 2015 and features wooden feet. The frame is made of beech wood with wa...
Fabric, Foam, Beech, Walnut
Pierre Paulin Elysee Leather Sofa
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
designed for Palais Elysee, George Pompidou's private apartments, and edited by Alpha International
Leather
Unavailable
H 24.81 in W 95.28 in D 31.5 in
Pierre Paulin, a “F260” Sofa by Pierre Paulin, from the ABCD Series
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Paulin, L'homme et l'oeuvre, Nadine Descendre, Albin Michel A “F260” sofa by Pierre Paulin, from the ABCD series, in an original purple fabric.
Fabric
Sofa Seat by Pierre Paulin
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Interesting sofa seat by Pierre Paulin. Concord model ref. 780 (1966).
Pierre Paulin 'blu blu' sofa, Model 275
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
3 seat upholstered sofa/chair
(can be joined with other units)
Edited by Artifort and no longer in production
Unavailable
H 25.6 in W 64.97 in D 31.5 in
ABCD 2 Seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin in 1968, is indeed a remarkable piece of furniture that exemplifies his innovative and forward-thinking approach to design.
Fabric
Unavailable
H 25.6 in W 96.46 in D 31.5 in
ABCD 3 Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin in 1968, is indeed a remarkable piece of furniture that exemplifies his innovative and forward-thinking approach to design.
Fabric
Unavailable
H 23.63 in W 110.24 in D 27.56 in
Modular Sofa von Karl Wittmann für Wittmann nach Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Wittmann, Karl Wittmann
Located in Wien, AT
Sehr seltenes Modular Sofa entworfen von Karl Wittmann nach Pierre Paulin, hergestellt von Wittmann um circa 1975, bestehend aus 5 Modulen bezogen in hellem Stoff, schöne altersbedin...
Fabric
2 Seater Pumpkin Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in lyon, FR
2 seater pumpkin sofa by Pierre Paulin. White leather. Good condition.
Leather
PIERRE PAULIN SOFA
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
TO BE reupholstered
Wood, Plastic, Fabric
Pierre Paulin Sofa
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare sofa by P.Paulin.
Pierre Paulin sofa 442/3 Artifort Netherlands 1962
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice minimalistic model 442/3 sofa designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands 1962.
Steel
Artifort F780 sofa set by Pierre Paulin, 1980s
By Artifort
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pierre Paulin sofa set and table model F780 by Artifort.
Fabric
Pierre Paulin pair of early three seater ABCD sofas by Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare pair of Pierre Paulin sofas, labeled and upholstered in their original fabric, belongs to the ABCD series, which was designed in 1968 for Artifort.
Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam
Mississippi Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mississippi by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1978.
Leather, Upholstery
Pierre Paulin ABCD Sofa
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in London, GB
The ABCD sofa by Pierre Paulin is iconic due to its inviting and undulating form.
Wool, Foam
Ligne Roset Andy Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the iconic Andy Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset. This stunning piece features a sleek and modern design, with clean lines and a low profile.
Metal
Ligne Roset Andy Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the iconic Andy Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset, now available at Rehaus.
Metal
Pumpkin Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Dronten, NL
Apple green pumpkin three-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset France. Marked.
Fabric
ABCD Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Oakville, CA
ABCD sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1968. Sofa has been carefully restored by stripping down to bare metal frame and latex seat sling, re foaming and re upholstering in a velvet...
Formica, Latex, Polyester
ABCD Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1968
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
ABCD sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1968 one of the greatest French designer Fabric by Kvadrat Raf Simons for Kvadrat The artistic director of the Dior house, Raf Si...
Fabric
Pierre Paulin "Osaka" Sofa for La Cividina, Italy
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by Pierre Paulin in 1967 for the 1970 World Expo in Osaka, Japan.
Steel
Pierre Paulin "ABCD" Sofa for Artifort, 1968
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Paulin three-seat sofa from the F260 series also known as "ABCD."
Fabric, Upholstery, Wool
Pierre Paulin "ABCD" Sofa for Artifort, 1968
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Paulin two-seat sofa from the F260 series also known as "ABCD."
Fabric, Upholstery, Wool
Pierre Paulin ABCD Sofa Set, Artifort, 1968
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Amazing pair of so called ABCD lounge sofas designed by Pierre Paulin, manufactured by Artifort, Holland, 1968.
Metal
Pierre Paulin White Leather "Pumpkin" Sofa for Ligne Roset, 2008
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Coronado, CA
A stunning, sleek and super comfy "Pumpkin" sofa designed by Pierre Paulin in original, supple white leather.
Leather
Sold
H 24.02 in W 94.49 in D 29.14 in
Pierre Paulin Abcd Sofa for Artifort 1968 France Fabric Pierre Frey
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
The ABCD three-seat sofa was created in 1968 by the French designer Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort.
Wool
Sold
H 28 in W 99 in D 32 in
Pierre Paulin "Pumpkin" Leather Sofa with Three Seats, circa 1970, France
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Girona, Spain
Pierre Paulin "Pumpkin" leather sofa with three seats.
Leather
Sold
H 24.81 in W 95.67 in D 30.71 in
Pierre Paulin Abcd Sofa Early Edition Artifort 1968 Fabric Pierre Frey
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
The Abcd three-seat sofa was created in 1968 by the French designer Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort.
Metal
Shopping for a Pierre Paulin sofa?
With their cushy organic forms sheathed in stretchy swimwear fabric in Pop art colors and mod patterns, vintage Pierre Paulin sofas and chairs have a fresh and bouncy charm still evocative of the freewheeling days of the 1960s. Even the names of the designs — Mushroom, Oyster, Orange Slice, Tulip and Tongue — have a sybaritic ring. In many minds, Paulin is forever the Designer as Swinger.
Pierre Paulin created a range of sofas and other seating for the likes of Artifort and Mobilier International. His Élysée sofa, which is part of a collection that was originally conceived for one of two Élysée Palace projects during the early 1970s, was later reintroduced by Ligne Roset from the designer’s archived plans (British housewares retailer Habitat reissued other Paulin seating under Tom Dixon's artistic direction). Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts also know Paulin for his low-slung Dune sofa, — a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. The acclaimed seating collection features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.
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.
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Styles to Know
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