It depends on the paph. But most paphs will stay in bloom for at least a month. Vietnamense seems to be an exception, but not a lot of people have that species anyway.
I'd say that most of the 'Maudiae type' paphs (which the pictured plant is) should stay in prime condition for at least two months. I have had flowers last 4 months on some Maudiae type plants, sometimes a bit longer. By that time, the flowers usually have accumulated a few bumps and scrapes though. Probably best to remove flowers after they have been on the plant that long, especially if they aren't in perfect condition, just so you can get better flowers next time.
And yes, long flower life is just one of the many things that I and so many other people love about paphs... *grin*
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