Friends & Founders Furniture

Creator: Friends & Founders

Contemporary Round Table 'Quarter', Smoked Oak / Black Top

$4,293 / item

Contemporary Round Table 'Quarter', Smoked Oak / Black Top

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

'QUARTER' Round table Designed by IDA L. HILDEBRAND Dimensions: diameter 120 cm / height 75 cm / top thickness 5 cm Model in the picture : smoked oak - black laminated tabletop FRIENDS FOUNDERS create contemporary designs with strong focuses on architecture, art, and craft. We strive to create timeless pieces and are guided by the simplicity of artistic minimalism. Their sculptural approach to furniture design, clean aesthetic profiles, and attention to detail show through in their work. Their creations are made in Scandinavia and Europe by skilled craftsmen with high standards of quality. The DNA of our pieces has evolved from Scandinavian tradition and a heritage of precise and innovative craftsmanship. They reinterpret Scandinavian design by pairing its traditional emphases with more contemporary and international influences. In so doing they define a new Scandinavian modernism. Architect and designer Ida Linea Hildebrand was born in Stockholm in 1978. The daughter of a cabinet maker, she continued the family tradition by choosing a path that led her to furniture design. In 2008 Ida Linea graduated from the distinguished Stockholm art...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

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Oak

Contemporary Sofa 'Femme Modular' 3-Seater in Beige Fabric by Friends&Founders

$10,524 / item

Contemporary Sofa 'Femme Modular' 3-Seater in Beige Fabric by Friends&Founders

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary and minimalist sofa named 'FEMME Modular' signed by Danish design studio Friends&Founders Model shown on main image: - 3 seater: 255cm - depth: 85 cm - fabric: Axel by...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Minimalist Friends & Founders Furniture

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Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', A Joy, 'Fixed'

$4,247 / item

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', A Joy, 'Fixed'

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Fixed Lounge 'La Pipe' designed by Ida. L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 77.5 / W. 83.5 / D. 78 / Seat Height: 41 cm H. 30.51" / W. 32.87" / D. 30.71" / Seat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Armchair 'Femme Lounge' in Brown Linen by Friends&Founders

$4,293 / item

Contemporary Armchair 'Femme Lounge' in Brown Linen by Friends&Founders

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary and minimalist armchair named 'FEMME Lounge' signed by Danish design studio Friends&Founders Model shown on main image: - small model (75cm) - fabric: Chalet by Astrid...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Minimalist Friends & Founders Furniture

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Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood

Modern Coffee Table 'Quarter', Square Glass Top, Smoked Oak, Low

$2,053 / item

Modern Coffee Table 'Quarter', Square Glass Top, Smoked Oak, Low

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Coffee table 'Quarter' by Friends & Founders. Dimensions : H. 21 x 120 x 120cm. Model shown: Square tabletop and smoked oak legs OPTIONS - Shape of the tabletop : Square: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

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Glass, Oak

Contemporary Sofa 'Femme' 3-Seater in Brown Linen by Friends&Founders

$7,774 / item

Contemporary Sofa 'Femme' 3-Seater in Brown Linen by Friends&Founders

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary and minimalist sofa named 'FEMME' signed by Danish design studio Friends&Founders Model shown on main image: - 3 seater: 225cm - depth: 75cm (deeper version available)...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Minimalist Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' in Leather, Dakar 0197, Chrome Frame

$1,612 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' in Leather, Dakar 0197, Chrome Frame

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Dining chair 'Pipe' designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 81 / W. 59 / D. 55 cm H. 31,89 / W. 23,23 / D. 21,65" Model shown on main picture: Fabric: N...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Leather

FF Chairs, Chrome Frame, Beige Wool (set of 6 - or more)

$6,683 / set

FF Chairs, Chrome Frame, Beige Wool (set of 6 - or more)

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Dining chair 'FF' 4-Legs designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 75 / W. 55 / D. 55 cm H. 29.53" / W. 21.65" / D. 21.65" Model shown on main picture...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Set of 3 Chairs 'Pipe', Tiger Mountain Fauve 02, Black Frame

$4,502 / set

Contemporary Set of 3 Chairs 'Pipe', Tiger Mountain Fauve 02, Black Frame

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Pipe Set Tiger Mountain - 3 chairs Design: Friends & Founders Upholstery available in a wide range of fabrics and leathers Legs available in: blac...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Chair 'FF 4-Legs' Camel, Dunes Leather, 21004

$1,462 / item

Contemporary Chair 'FF 4-Legs' Camel, Dunes Leather, 21004

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Dining chair 'FF' 4-Legs designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 75 / W. 55 / D. 55 cm H. 29.53" / W. 21.65" / D. 21.65" Model shown on main picture: Fa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' with Bouclé, Karakorum 003, Brass Frame

$1,427 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' with Bouclé, Karakorum 003, Brass Frame

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Dining chair 'Pipe' designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 81 / W. 59 / D. 55 cm H 31,89" / W 23,23" / D 21,65 Model shown on main picture: Fabric: Ded...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Coffee Table 'Pond' Clear Glass

$1,914 / item

Contemporary Coffee Table 'Pond' Clear Glass

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Pond coffee table Design: Friends & Founders Material: glass * Clear * Bronze * Grey smoke Contemporary design studio Friends & Founders ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' Black Frame, Beige Wool, Xylophone

$1,496 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' Black Frame, Beige Wool, Xylophone

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

The 'Pipe' Chair designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 81 x W. 59 x D. 55 cm H. 31,89 x W. 23,23 x D. 21,65" Model shown in main picture: - Seat Fabri...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge' with Velvet, Alexander, 'Fixed'

$3,423 / item

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge' with Velvet, Alexander, 'Fixed'

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Fixed Lounge 'La Pipe' designed by Ida. L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 77.5 / W. 83.5 / D. 78 / Seat Height: 41 cm H. 30.51" / W. 32.87" / D. 30.71" / Seat Hei...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Contemporary Armchair 'Novel' with Kvadrat x Raf Simons fabric

$2,668 / item

Contemporary Armchair 'Novel' with Kvadrat x Raf Simons fabric

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Novel - Armchair Design: Friends & Founders Upholstery available in a wide range of fabrics and leathers (contact us!) Model shown (fabric): Kvadrat, Vidar x Raf Simons 1511 + 1880...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Side Table 'Pond' Clear Glass

$1,578 / item

Contemporary Side Table 'Pond' Clear Glass

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Pond - Side table Design: Friends & Founders Material: glass * Clear * Bronze * Grey smoke Contemporary design studio Friends & Founders was founded in 2003 by Ida Linea ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Bar Stool 'Pipe' Black Leather Dakar, Black Legs

$1,624 / item

Contemporary Bar Stool 'Pipe' Black Leather Dakar, Black Legs

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

The Bar Stool 'Pipe' designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Model shown in main picture: Fabrics: Dakar Nevotex - Black Leather 0842 - Black Frame Legs: Black steel D...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Leather

Modern Coffee Table 'Quarter', Square Glass Top, Smoked Oak, High

$2,541 / item

Modern Coffee Table 'Quarter', Square Glass Top, Smoked Oak, High

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Coffee table 'Quarter' by Friends & Founders. Dimensions : H. 36 x 120 x 120cm. Model shown: Square tabletop and smoked oak legs OPTIONS - Shape of the tabletop : Square: 120 x 1...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Glass, Oak

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', Dedar, Xylophone, 'Fixed'

$4,247 / item

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', Dedar, Xylophone, 'Fixed'

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Fixed Lounge 'La Pipe' designed by Ida. L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 77.5 / W. 83.5 / D. 78 / Seat Height: 41 cm H. 30.51" / W. 32.87" / D. 30.71" / Seat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' Black Leather Bolero, Black Legs

$1,346 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' Black Leather Bolero, Black Legs

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

'Pipe' chair designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 81 / W. 59 / D. 55 cm Model shown in main picture: Fabric: Bolero CA-MO Black Leather Legs: Black ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Round Table 'Quarter', Smoked Oak / White top

$4,293 / item

Contemporary Round Table 'Quarter', Smoked Oak / White top

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

'QUARTER' Round table Designed by IDA L. HILDEBRAND Dimensions: DIA. 120 cm / H. 75 cm / Top thickness 5 cm Model in the picture : Smoked Oak - White laminated tabletop FRIENDS FOUNDERS create contemporary designs with strong focuses on architecture, art, and craft. We strive to create timeless pieces and are guided by the simplicity of artistic minimalism. Their sculptural approach to furniture design, clean aesthetic profiles, and attention to detail show through in their work. Their creations are made in Scandinavia and Europe by skilled craftsmen with high standards of quality. The DNA of our pieces has evolved from Scandinavian tradition and a heritage of precise and innovative craftsmanship. They reinterpret Scandinavian design by pairing its traditional emphases with more contemporary and international influences. In so doing they define a new Scandinavian modernism. Architect and designer Ida Linea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Chair 'FF 4-Legs', Vidar Fabric, Black 1880 and White 1511

$1,032 / item

Contemporary Chair 'FF 4-Legs', Vidar Fabric, Black 1880 and White 1511

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Dining chair 'FF' 4-Legs designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 75 / W. 55 / D. 55 cm H. 29.53" / W. 21.65" / D. 21.65" Model shown on main picture: Fa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', Kvadrat, Zero, 'Fixed'

$3,829 / item

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', Kvadrat, Zero, 'Fixed'

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

'La Pipe' lounge armchair design by Friends & Founders Ida L. Hildebrand Dimensions: H 77.5 / W 83.5 / D 78 / Seat Height 41 cm H. 30,51 in / W. 32,87 in / D. 30,71 in / Seat H...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Wall and Floor Mirror 'Arc' Large

$1,520 / item

Contemporary Wall and Floor Mirror 'Arc' Large

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Arc, wall mirror / floor mirror Design: Friends & Founders Material: glass * Clear * Grey mist Contemporary design studio Friends & Founders was f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

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Mirror

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' Black Frame, A Joy Fabric

$1,496 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe' Black Frame, A Joy Fabric

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

The 'Pipe' Chair designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 81 x W. 59 x D. 55 cm H. 31,89 x W. 23,23 x D. 21,65" Model shown in main picture: Seat Fabric:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Round Table 'Pose', 100, Black Oak

$3,504 / item

Contemporary Round Table 'Pose', 100, Black Oak

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Round Table 'Pose' designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Model shown on main picture: - Dimensions: H. 75 x D. 100 cm - Wood finish: Black oak Dimensions available: Diameter 100 / 120 / 140 cm Wood finishes available: Smoked oak / Black oak / Natural oak Table featured in solid wood with a rectangular top. Available in solid oak with an oiltreated solvent-free satin finish. ----- IDA LINEA HILDEBRAND Creative Director and Co-founder of Friends Founders Architect and designer Ida Linea Hildebrand was born in Stockholm in 1978. The daughter of a cabinet maker, she continued the family tradition by choosing a path that led her to furniture design. In 2008 Ida Linea graduated from the distinguished Stockholm art...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Round Table 'Pose', 120, Black Oak

$4,096 / item

Contemporary Round Table 'Pose', 120, Black Oak

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Round Table 'POSE' designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Model shown on main picture: - Dimensions: H. 75 x D. 120 cm - Wood finish: Black oak Dimensions available: Diameter 100 / 120 / 140 cm Wood finishes available: Black oak / Smoked oak / Natural Oak Table featured in solid wood with a rectangular top. Available in solid oak with an oiltreated solvent-free satin finish. ---- IDA LINEA HILDEBRAND Creative Director and Co-founder of Friends Founders Architect and designer Ida Linea Hildebrand was born in Stockholm in 1978. The daughter of a cabinet maker, she continued the family tradition by choosing a path that led her to furniture design. In 2008 Ida Linea graduated from the distinguished Stockholm art...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge' in Leather, Royal Nubuck, 'Fixed'

$6,440 / item

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge' in Leather, Royal Nubuck, 'Fixed'

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Fixed Lounge 'La Pipe' designed by Ida. L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 77.5 / W. 83.5 / D. 78 / Seat Height: 41 cm H. 30.51" / W. 32.87" / D. 30.71" / Seat He...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe Wood' Smoked Wood, Loop Bouclé, Cream

$1,276 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe Wood' Smoked Wood, Loop Bouclé, Cream

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

The 'Pipe Wood' Chair designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H.81 x W.59 x D.55 H. 31,89 x W. 23,23 x D. 21,65" Model shown in main picture: Seat Fabric: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe Wood' Black Wood, Loop Bouclé, Cream

$1,276 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe Wood' Black Wood, Loop Bouclé, Cream

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

The 'Pipe Wood' Chair designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 81 x W.59 x D.55 cm H. 31,89 x W. 23,23 x D. 21,65" Model shown in main picture: Seat Fabr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Contemporary Round Table 'Pose', 140, Black Oak

$4,862 / item

Contemporary Round Table 'Pose', 140, Black Oak

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Round table 'POSE' by Friends & Founders designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Model on picture: - Dimensions: H. 75 x D. 140 cm - Wood finish: Black oak Dimensions available: D. 100 / D. 120 / D. 140 Wood finishes available: Black oak / Smoked Oak / Natural Oak Table featured in solid wood with a rectangular top. Available in solid oak with an oiltreated solvent-free satin finish. --- IDA LINEA HILDEBRAND Creative Director and Co-founder of Friends Founders Architect and designer Ida Linea Hildebrand was born in Stockholm in 1978. The daughter of a cabinet maker, she continued the family tradition by choosing a path that led her to furniture design. In 2008 Ida Linea graduated from the distinguished Stockholm art...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe Wood' Black Wood, Karakorum

$1,450 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe Wood' Black Wood, Karakorum

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

The 'Pipe wood' Chair designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 81 cm / D. 55 cm / W. 59 cm / SH. 46 cm Model shown in main picture: Seat fabric: Dedar Ka...

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21st Century and Contemporary Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wood, Wool

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe Wood' Smoked Wood, Karakorum 003

$1,450 / item

Contemporary Chair 'Pipe Wood' Smoked Wood, Karakorum 003

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

The 'Pipe wood' Chair designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 81 cm / D. 55 cm / W. 59 cm / SH. 46 cm Model shown in main picture: Seat fabric: Dedar Ka...

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21st Century and Contemporary Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', Kvadrat x Raf Simons, 'Fixed'

$3,829 / item

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', Kvadrat x Raf Simons, 'Fixed'

By Friends & Founders

Located in Paris, IDF

Lounge 'La Pipe' fixed designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Dimensions: H. 77.5 / W. 83.5 / D. 78 / Seat Height: 41 cm H. 30.51" / W. 32.87" / D. 30.71" / Seat Heig...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Friends & Founders Furniture

Materials

Wool

Friends & Founders furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Friends & Founders furniture 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 Friends & Founders furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Friends & Founders were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 21st century and contemporary. Prices for Friends & Founders furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $322 and can go as high as $6,692, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,579.

Questions About Friends & Founders Furniture

Who is the founder of Marni?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Consuelo Castiglioni is the founder of Marni. She started the label in 1994 despite having no formal training in fashion. The headquarters of her company is in Milan, Italy. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Marni apparel and accessories.
Who is the founder of Chanel?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
Who is the founder of Kartell?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
The founders of Kartell are Italian chemical engineer Giulio Castelli and his wife, Anna Ferrieri. Kartell began as an industrial design firm, producing useful items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. Even as companies like Olivetti and Vespa made Italian design popular in the 1950s, typewriters and scooters were relatively costly. Castelli and Ferrieri wanted to provide Italian consumers with affordable, stylish goods. They launched a housewares division of Kartell in 1953, making lighting fixtures, kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. Buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. Castelli and Ferrieri sold Kartell to Claudio Luti, their son-in-law, in 1988, and since then, Luti has expanded the company’s roster of designers. Shop a collection of Kartell furniture on 1stDibs.
Who is the founder of Stellar Works?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
Yuichiro Hori is the founder of Stellar Works. He launched the company at the Salone del Mobile in 2012. Since then, Hori has partnered with designers such as Neri&Hu, Nendo, Yabu Pushelberg and David Rockwell to create unique furnishings. Stellar Works seeks to reintroduce past collections of classics alongside culturally inspired contemporary signatures. Find a selection of Stellar Works furniture on 1stDibs.
Who was the founder of Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
There was no single founder of Pop art, as many artists contributed to the development of the movement. Richard Hamilton’s 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today’s homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted the unconventional new style. Although Hamilton and other British artists launched the movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts.

Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American artist Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Roy Lichtenstein was another prominent American Pop artist. Much like Warhol, Lichtenstein drew his subjects from print media, particularly comic strips, producing paintings and sculptures characterized by primary colors, bold outlines and halftone dots, elements appropriated from commercial printing. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pop art.
Who was the real founder of Versace?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
The real founder of Versace was Gianni Versace. He was born in Calabria, Italy, in 1948. His mother was a successful dressmaker who employed more than 40 seamstresses. As a child, Gianni marveled at her workshop, which would become a university of sorts, where he learned the exceptional construction techniques that would be the foundation of his work. In 1972, at the age of 25, he moved to Milan to work in fashion. He launched his first collection and label in 1978, with his older brother Santo managing the business concerns. Soon, his sister Donatella joined the family venture, where she has had a creative role and managed enormously popular ready-to-wear lines such as Versus. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Versace apparel and accessories.
Who is considered the founder of Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Who is considered the father of Pop art is open for debate. Some experts give the title to Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Others may argue that Roy Lichtenstein deserves the credit, as his work drawing from print media helped to define the style. Another potential candidate is Richard Hamilton, whose 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted the Pop art movement. Shop a diverse assortment of Pop art on 1stDibs.
Were Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth friends?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
Yes, Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth were friends. The two met at the Leeds School of Art in the UK and maintained a friendly rivalry throughout their careers. Both Hepworth and Moore were members of Unit One, a group of British artists who sought to educate the public about avant-garde art during the 1930s. Shop a selection of Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth art on 1stDibs.
Who was the famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
The famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes was Thomas Cole. Born in England, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1818. During a trip to the Catskills, he first began producing paintings, and his work helped establish the tradition of landscape art in America. Shop a large selection of Hudson River School paintings on 1stDibs.

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