Industrial designer Nicos Zographos is renowned as a mid-century modern master. His abstract structures and minimalist forms helped elevate 20th-century furniture design.
Born in Athens, Greece, in 1931, Zographos completed his graduate degree at the University of Iowa before joining the architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in 1957.
He worked in SOM’s interior design department, where he enjoyed unlimited creative freedom, resulting in the design of two critically acclaimed pieces. The fluid Ribbon chair, which he created in 1959, is an interpretation of the Barcelona chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The Alpha bucket chair, featuring Zographos’s signature reverse curl, was designed in 1960. Also while at SOM, Zographos developed a suite of TA35 low tables, which have gentle curves and slim stainless steel legs.
Zographos spent five years at SOM before he formed his own company, Zographos Designs Limited, in 1964. The New York-based firm manufactured elegant, polished and streamlined pieces such as lounge chairs, office chairs, side tables, coffee tables and dining room tables. Several of his furnishings have been included in interiors by such revered architects as Gordon Bunshaft and I.M. Pei.
Among Zographos’s most iconic designs are the wood-carved Ireland chair, the wooden Saronis tables and his two tubular-steel cantilevered chairs: the solid CH17 chair and the CH66 chair, which he designed in 1966. It is included in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Zographos has retired to his native Greece, and Zographos Designs Limited recently closed after 56 years in business. His pieces continue to be highly sought by interior designers and avid vintage furniture collectors.
On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage Nicos Zographos seating and tables.
Nicos Zographos Leather and Chrome Lounge Chair Mid Century Modern CH28 Mies
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sleek Black Leather and Chrome Lounge Chair, designed by Nicos Zographos, American, circa 1960s. Similar in design to the Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, but much mor...
Metal, Chrome
1990s Nicos Zographos Model 70 lounge chair in Black Leather 6x Available
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original Nicos Zographos black Leather No. 70 lounge chair with arms. This example is fully upholstered in leather, with a ...
Stainless Steel
1970s Pair of Nicos Zographos Tuxedo Club Lounge Chairs in Blue Fabric
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of tuxedo club chairs, seemingly designed by Nicos Zographos and produced by Zographos Designs Inc. As the chairs are unmarked and many desi...
Steel
Pair of 1960s Nicos Zographos CH28 Ribbon Chairs in Caramel Leather
By Zographos Designs Ltd., Nicos Zographos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Nicos Zographos CH28 ribbon lounge chairs in caramel leather, produced by Nicos Zographos Designs Inc. in the 1960s. The listed price includes the pair as shown. Th...
Steel
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Nicos Zographos Lounge Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
Zographos Nicos Zographos The world`s most singular, severely elegant collection of contemporary furniture has been created by Nicos Zographos. He has produced more than 300 ki...
Chrome
Rare Pair Sleek Nicos Zographos Limited Leather & Stainless Steel Club Chairs
By Zographos Designs Ltd., Nicos Zographos
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of stunning black leather Nicos Zogrophos club chairs. Priced per pair. two pair available. Nicos Zographos made his name during his time at the renown architecture firm ...
Stainless Steel
Rare Nicos Zographos Black Leather -Brushed Aiiminum Parsons Club Chairs 4 AVAIL
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning black leather Nicos Zogrophos club chairs. Priced per chair. 4 chaiors available. Nicos Zographos made his name during his time at the renown architecture firm Skidmore, Ow...
Stainless Steel, Aluminum
1990 Pair of Nicos Zographos CH.86P Tuxedo Chairs with Round Arms, Upholstered
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of CH.86P Tuxedo Club Chairs, designed by Nicos Zographos and produced by Zographos Designs Inc. in the USA in 1990. The listed price...
Steel
H 28 in W 26 in D 26 in
Arc Lounge Chair in Blue Recycled Fabric
By TRNK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Incorporate this upholstered green lounge chair in your living room, or as a bold addition to a dining table or desk. Simple, striking, and deceptively comfortable despite its slende...
Fabric, Upholstery
H 34 in W 38 in D 36 in
Cinova, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow corduroy fabric and moulded plywood lounge chair produced by Cinova, Italy, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair condition, ideally replaced. ...
Fabric, Wood
H 29 in W 26 in D 38 in
Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brown and floral-printed fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s. Fabric distressed; reupholstery recommended. Wear consistent with age and use. ...
Fabric
H 30 in W 34 in D 34 in
1990s Salotti Post Modern Black Leather Chair
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite black leather chair. The ultra rare chair exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The luxurious chair is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality. The deep seat lend inviting comfort to the elegant and roomy silhouette. The distinctive craftsmanship frame that give this piece a delightful mid century design, assuring a striking proportioned profile view from all angles. The chair was individually produced and finished with the highest level of hand craftsmanship. The most accurate color shade can be seen in the detailed photos, allowing you to envision how the sofa will perfectly complement your space. The chair is in excellent vintage condition and very comfortable Ready immediate use from our climate controlled, smoke and pet free warehouse. Please view the video and images provided closely to confirm its condition and appearance. The listing is for the chair only. Complete the look with the matching love seat and chair...
Leather, Wood
H 34.5 in W 24.75 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An exceptional pair of vintage “Pirate” lounge chairs, designed by the acclaimed Norwegian duo Elsa Solheim and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken & Co. in...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
H 26.38 in W 31.5 in D 37.41 in
Pair of Midcentury Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1970s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Praha, CZ
- extremely rare type - very confortable - Space Age era.
Fabric, Faux Leather
H 25 in W 33 in D 33 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs that feature a subtle yet stylish upholstery complemented by a wooden frame and legs. The rounded and cushioned shape of the chairs offers ...
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 29.14 in D 33.08 in
Pair of Sculptural 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs in Blue Velvet, Swivel Plinth Bas
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Description Striking pair of 1970s lounge chairs featuring a deeply sculptural, cocooning silhouette with generous channel tufting and integrated headrests. The design captures the r...
Velvet, Beech
H 22.05 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs or Club Chairs, 1970s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Beautiful and unique shape, made entirely from foam with a plastic floor. 1970-1975 production, reupholstered...
Upholstery, Foam
H 32 in W 24 in D 32 in
Pair of Mid Century Scoop Lounge Chairs
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare and unique pair of Mid Century Scoop Chairs. This pair has the most beautiful sculpted wood bases that gently cradle the seat, creating the perfect lounge chair. If you've bee...
Wood
H 30 in W 33 in D 33 in
Rare Vintage Jaymar Leather Lounge Chair (Only 1 available)
Located in Chicago, IL
1 Available only. A true standout from the bold era of late‑20th‑century design, the Jaymar Tongue Lounge Chair is where sculpture meets seriously comfy seating. Crafted in Québec, ...
Leather
H 26.5 in W 28 in D 29 in
Pair of Upholstered Mid-Century Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of comfortable and stylish mid-century lounge chairs. Features a teak structure and thick cushioning. This pair would complement any living room with a distinct mid-century pa...
Fabric
H 29 in W 31 in D 26.5 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Leather Swiveling Lounge Chairs with an Ottoman C1965
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Swiveling Lounge chairs in leather with an ottoman. Heavy duty frame with great style an...
Steel, Chrome
H 30 in W 30 in D 30 in
Pair 1976 Nicos Zographos Saronis Leather & Oak Lounge Chairs
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of leather and oak Nicos Zographos Saronis lounge chairs from 1976, which came directly from a Hugh Stubbins (Architect) designed Library at a notable ivy-l...
Leather, Oak
H 28.5 in W 32.5 in D 32 in
Nicos Zographos Streamline Mohair Club Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of Nicos Zographos club chairs newly upholstered in an aquamarine sea foam colored mohair with polished chrome legs. Price listed is for the pair.
Mohair
H 28 in W 30 in D 28 in
Pair of Swivel Chairs by Nicos Zographos
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Norwalk, CT
A pair of swivel based barrels chairs by noted designer and artist Nicos Zographos. Newly upholstered in moss grey/green random ribbed fabric. Loose seat cushions. Polished heavy ste...
Upholstery
H 29 in W 28 in D 29 in
Set of Three Lounge Chairs by Nicos Zographos
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Three model 28 lounge chairs having rich black leather seats with deep button tufting and welt cord detailing on stainless steel frames.
Stainless Steel
H 31 in W 31 in D 29 in
Original Pair of Nicos Zographos Swivel Lounge Chairs, Black Leather, Rare
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Miami, FL
Signed pair of Nicos Zographos lounge chairs, original black leather with normal wear but no damages. Chairs swivel.
Leather
H 28 in W 28 in
Pair of Midcentury Nicos Zographos CH28 Lounge Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
The world`s most singular, severely elegant collection of contemporary furniture has been created by Nicos Zographos. He has produced more than 300 kinds of products for thousands of...
Leather
H 26 in W 30 in D 26 in
Pair of Nicos Zographos Swivel Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of swivel or barrel lounge chairs by Nicos Zographos. Each chair measures 30" wide, 26" deep and 26" high. Seat height is 17" and cushion is about 17.5" deep. We had both of the...
Leather, Faux Leather
H 29 in W 28 in D 28 in
Pair of Nicos Zographos Chairs
By Zographos Designs Ltd., Nicos Zographos
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stainless steel and leather "CH 28" lounge chairs designed by Nicos Zographos in 1959 while he was still working at SOM, and produced by his eponymous company, Zographos Desi...
Stainless Steel
H 28 in W 30 in D 26 in
Pair of Nicos Zographos Modern Swivel Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in New Windsor, NY
Designed by Nicos Zographos. Re-upholstered in Knoll Hourglass Caviar fabric ( black fabric with a hint of gray). Flat bar chromed steel bases, circa 1970.
Steel, Chrome
H 31 in W 30 in D 31 in
Nicos Zographos Soft Leather Club Lounge Chairs
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Southampton, NJ
Beautiful and rare chairs made of leather and polished stainless steel. Designed by Nicos Zographos for Zographos Designs Ltd. Measures: Height of the arm is 23". Overall dimension...
Stainless Steel
H 28 in W 28 in D 28 in
Nicos Zographos Pair of Lounge Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Highland, IN
Sublimely beautiful and impeccably constructed, the 28 lounge chair by Nicos Zographos has qualities similar to Mies' Barcelona chair. However without the visible straps supporting l...
Stainless Steel