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Pierre Paulin Butterfly Chair

Creator: Pierre Paulin - Artifort
Offered by: Hobbs Modern

Description
An icon of modernist design, the Pierre Paulin Butterfly Chair (also known as the F675) stands as one of the most elegant expressions of form and lightness of the 20th century. Its architectural wire frame and suspended sling seat create a silhouette so striking—and so deceptively simple—that it has earned a place in museums around the world, from Paris to New York.

This example features a new black sling, crafted in the spirit of the original material and fitted with precision for a clean, sculptural presence. The sling’s crisp lines counterbalance the graceful tension of the stainless steel wire frame, creating a seat that appears to float while still offering comfortable, relaxed support.

Paulin’s Butterfly Chair is celebrated for its ability to defy both gravity and convention. At every angle, the chair becomes a drawing in space—pure geometry, pure poetry, pure mid-century brilliance. Whether placed in a living room, entry, reading nook, or surrounded by contemporary art, this piece brings instant sophistication and design credibility.

Key Features
Authentic Pierre Paulin Butterfly (F675) Chair
Newly made black sling, faithful to the original aesthetic
Iconic wire frame construction with architectural presence
A celebrated modernist design found in major museum collections worldwide
Timeless, lightweight, and effortlessly sculptural

Finish / Tone
Satin

Upholstery
Thick Leather hide - Black

Dimensions
25 5/8 x 31 1/2" (65.1 x 80 cm), seat h. 13 1/2" (34.3 cm)

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Netherlands
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Tubular steel and leather
Condition:	Excellent Restored condition
Creation Date:	1963
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	838730

Message from Seller:

FURNITURE SHOULD BE FUNCTIONAL ART, YOUR HOME SHOULD BE THE PERFECT RETREAT. Hobbs Modern is the premier mid century modern furniture dealer in San Diego, CA. We hand-select and curate each piece of our inventory which represents the iconic and exemplary Danish, American, and Brazilian vintage modern design with a relentless pursuit of restoration perfection and historical accuracy. Our passion is to breathe new life into vintage pieces. We ship nationwide.