This “AP-14” canvas armchair, designed by Pierre Paulin for AP Polak in the 1950s, embodies the designer’s early explorations of lightness and comfort.
Its slender and elegant tubular steel frame showcases the original canvas, now enhanced by time. Initially a deep aubergine red, the fabric has subtly transformed under the sun, revealing a nuanced beige hue, lightly shaded with aubergine. This natural patina gives the armchair a unique presence, a true testament to the passage of time.
Despite its age, the canvas remains strong and retains all its tension. Lifting the chair reveals the original color, preserved and vibrant (a rare detail, a testament to its authenticity).
With its dimensions of 68 cm high, 65 cm wide and 78 cm deep, it offers a seat that is both flexible and enveloping, true to Paulin's experimental spirit.
A rare and sought-after piece, this “AP-14” perfectly illustrates the interplay between structural rigor and the sensuality of materials, characteristic of Pierre Paulin's work. A precious testament to French modernism of the 1950s, destined for collectors and connoisseurs of exceptional design.
