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 Gray Leather Office/Desk Chairs, 1980
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Chicago, IL
Nicos Zographos grey leather office/desk chair, 1980s. Original slate grey color leather.
Stainless Steel
Signed Nicos Zographos Mohair Mid Century Armchairs, Set of 4
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Signed Nicos Zographos Mohair Mid Century armchairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 26.25 wide x 26.5 deep x 32 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vint...
Metal
H 30.71 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Modern Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, DEDAR Mohair, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Caju swivel lounge chair embodies the perfect balance between organic design and sophisticated elegance. Inspired by the natural curves of a cashew, its enveloping silhouette and premium upholstery make it a standout piece of unparalleled comfort in contemporary interiors. A favorite swivel lounge chair among designers, Caju seamlessly combines artistry and design, becoming a timeless addition to any living space. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Caju Armchair...
Brass
H 33.5 in W 27 in D 17 in
Post Modern Knoll Swivel Desk, Office, Chairs 11 Available
By Don Chadwick, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Knoll swivel desk chair(s) from the 1970's, in rich brown formed foam upholstery, on five star base. The chair swivels a full 360, and the base is on double wheel coaster...
Plastic
H 44.89 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Vintage High Back Chesterfield Heritage Leather Office Captains Swivel Chair
By Chesterfield, Harrods
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely, large, very comfortable Chesterfield leather wing style office armchair This is a very comfortable captain’s indeed, it’s like your favourite reading chair with wheels. This was retailed through Harrods and was a very popular model until the range ended Condition wise we have cleaned waxed and polish it, the upholstery is heritage leather...
Leather
H 35.44 in W 32.29 in D 27.56 in
Rare Minimalist Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Black Leather Swivel Armchair
By Georg Thams
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare office armchair was designed by the Danish designer Georg Thams during the 1960s. It is upholstered in black natural leather. It has three loosely placed pillows. The armch...
Metal, Chrome
H 35 in W 24 in D 20 in
Swivel Tilt Office Desk Chair by the Good Form General Fireproofing Company
By GoodForm, General Fireproofing Company
Located in New York, NY
Architectural design, commercial quality swivel, tilt desk, office chair by Good Form, General Fireproofing. This example has a four leg aluminum base, with vinyl upholstered seat an...
Aluminum
H 34.5 in W 33 in D 32 in
Nicos Zographos Style Midcentury Swivel Chairs, Pair
By Nicos Zographos
Located in North Miami, FL
In the original eggplant fabric and with the most beautiful curves design, these Zographos style swivel lounge chairs on stainless steel base. They are ready to use and very comforta...
Stainless Steel
H 33.47 in W 24.81 in D 21.66 in
Velca Italian Midcentrury Swivel Office Chair Armchair 1960s
By Velca Legnano
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design swivel chair armchair by Velca Legnano with new faux leather ski upholstery, Italy 1960s Manufacturer’s adhesive label and brand name engraved...
Metal
H 30.88 in W 19 in D 21.38 in
Rare Set of 8 Mid Century Modern “CH66" Dining Chairs by Nicos Zographos
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Shippensburg, PA
SET OF EIGHT DOUBLE-CANTILEVER BLACK LEATHER "CH66" DINING CHAIR BY NICOS ZOGRAPHOS United States, circa 1970s Item # 307GYP27X A rare set of eight "CH66" dining chairs by Nicos Zog...
Steel, Chrome
H 27.96 in W 31.89 in D 25.99 in
"Wind" Swivel Armchair and Ottoman Set, Velvet, Silk Fringes
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The breeze is identified with the lightness and freshness of the feeling of the skin, of the wind, in its constant movement. Thus came the inspiration for the design of the Wind swivel armchair...
Velvet
H 34 in W 21 in D 24 in
1960 Vintage Office Chair Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Biella, IT
one chair Anonima Castelli production Italy, Giancarlo Piretti design years ’60 rare tipology chair with whells very solid structure but here are signs of use in the wood.
Metal, Aluminum
H 39 in W 26.5 in D 29 in
Keilhauer Elite 597 Black Leather Executive Office Armchair
By Keilhauer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Modern executive office desk swivel armchair made by Keilhauer. Model number 597-5 finished in black leather upholstery with a five star polished steel base. Mid back height office c...
Steel
H 30.88 in W 19 in D 21.38 in
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern “CH66" Dining Chairs by Nicos Zographos
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Shippensburg, PA
SET OF FOUR DOUBLE-CANTILEVER BLACK LEATHER "CH66" DINING CHAIR BY NICOS ZOGRAPHOS United States, circa 1970s Item # 307GYP27X-3 A set of four "CH66" dining chairs by Nicos Zograph...
Steel, Chrome
H 31.5 in W 25 in D 25 in
1970s Nicos Zographos Ochre Velvet and Bronze Swivel Bucket Chair – a Pair
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning pair of chairs by renowned designer Nicos Zogoraphos, circa the 1970s. Known for his timeless and elegant furniture designs, this pair is one of his most iconic creations the 'Bucket Chair”, it exemplifies his approach to combining comfort, style, and functionality. These pieces showcase clean lines, luxurious materials, and meticulous craftsmanship. The chairs feature curved backrests and rounded seat cushions...
Bronze
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 33 in W 24 in D 25 in
1960s Leather Swivel Desk Chair by Nicos Zographos
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A return-swivel desk chair with the original leather upholstery, on a steel X-base.
Steel
H 29 in W 29 in D 26 in
Nicos Zographos Modern Swivel Barrel Chair
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, barrel shape armchair by Nicos Zographos is newly upholstered in a raspberry tweed blend and swivels on a four prong, flat bar, chrome pedestal base. The Gothic w...
Chrome
H 32.5 in W 27 in D 28 in
Set of Four Leather Nicos Zographos Dining Chairs with Oil Rubbed Bronze Bases
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of four iconic 1970s Nicos Zographos low back bucket chairs with oil rubbed brushed bronze bases. They have a swivel and return mechanism so they will always return to the same p...
Bronze
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 40 in W 28 in D 28 in
Pair of Nicos Zographos Bronze Base Swivel Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Hanover, MA
We have two of these vintage Nicos Zographos high quality executive swivel or return chairs, available individually or as a pair. Each chair...
Bronze
H 32 in W 28 in D 24 in
Pair Of Nicos Zographos For Zographos Bucket Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
A pair of vintage bucket chairs designed by Nicos Zographos and made by Zographos. A sleek five-star stainless steel Alpha swivel base with gray...
Stainless Steel
H 42.5 in W 29 in D 28 in
Pair Of Nicos Zographos For Zographos Highback Chairs
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
A pair of mid century modern executive chairs designed by Nicos Zographos for Zographos. These chairs with unusually high backs for...
Bronze