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Nicos Zographos Alpha Bucket Desk Chairs w/ Bronze Base Cordovan Leather

$1,275per item
£948.38per item
€1,110.37per item
CA$1,779.06per item
A$1,990.82per item
CHF 1,039.51per item
MX$24,475.01per item
NOK 13,114.62per item
SEK 12,340.80per item
DKK 8,284.22per item
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Listed for sale is a gorgeous set of six Nicos Zographos Alpha Bucket rolling desk chairs chairs, produced circa 1990. These examples were specified in a cordovan-color leather with cast (and I believe solid) bronze bases. These chairs were unbelievably expensive to order when new due to the high cost to manufacture the chairs and upholster them. The chairs are in very nice vintage condition, showing some light wear to the leather from use. There are some light scuffs from use as is expected for chairs of this vintage. We will do our best to touch them up prior to shipping. For reference, Nicos Zographos, the renowned industrial designer became a household name at Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill (SOM) architects during the late 1950's and continued to have a relationship with the architectural firm for many decades. He split off to form Zographos Designs Limited. Zographos pieces are known for their uncompromising craftsmanship and quality of materials. The price listed is for each chair. Six chairs are available. They measure 26.5 inches wide by 26.5 inches deep and 32 inches tall. The chairs tilt, swivel, and are also height adjustable.
  • Creator:
    Zographos Designs Ltd. (Manufacturer),Nicos Zographos (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 201022161stDibs: LU8164235951262

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