Mid-century furniture by Artifort (Netherlands)

Artifort is a Dutch furniture company founded in 1923 by Willem Gispen. The company is known for its modern and innovative furniture designs, many of which were created by famous mid-century designers such as Pierre Paulin, Gerrit Timmer, and Hans Knoll. Its furniture is characterized by its use of new materials and technologies, as well as its clean lines and geometric shapes. The company's early designs were inspired by the Bauhaus movement, and Artifort furniture was often used in public spaces such as offices, schools, and hospitals.

In the 1950s and 1960s, Artifort furniture became popular in the United States, and the company's designs were featured in magazines such as Vogue and Architectural Digest. Artifort furniture is still in production today, and the company continues to collaborate with leading designers to create new and innovative pieces.

Some of the most famous Artifort furniture designs include the Ribbon more... Chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in 1955 , the Tulip Chair, designed by Eero Saarinen in 1956, the ELC Sofa, designed by Gerrit Timmer in 1963, the CS Chair, designed by Jasper Morrison in 1988.

Artifort furniture is highly collectible, and many of the company's designs are considered to be classics of modern design. If you are looking for a unique and stylish piece of furniture, Artifort is a great option. Notable mid-century designers who worked with Artifort include Pierre Paulin, a French designer who is best known for his curvaceous and upholstered furniture; Gerrit Timmer, a Dutch designer who is best known for his minimalist and functional furniture; Gerrit Timmer, mid-century furniture designer and Hans Knoll, an American designer who is best known for his modern and sleek furniture. His designs for Artifort include the Barcelona Chair and the Womb Chair. less...