Geoffrey Harcourt 60s chair retro by Artifort

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Original and rare Geoffrey Harcourt swivel chair. I believe it's the 589 model - dating back to 1967 but I'm not 100% sure. The chair requires to be completely re-upholstered but the base is in good condition. Has been waiting as a "project" but I'm now running out of space so need to sell so no reserve. Will look fantastic once fully restored. Happy to arrange viewing. Buyer to collect. Similar modern version sells for over £2000 see link below/Artifort-F-510-F-511-Chair-by-Geoffrey-Harcourt-F510-F511-AFR1097.html?refid=FR81-AFR1097 Geoffrey Harcourt Biography: Geoffrey Harcourt (1935) trained at the Royal College of Art in London. In 1962, he designed his first series of small office fauteuils for Artifort. His designs introduced Artifort to the international market for contract design. In the beginning, Harcourt designed mostly seats for reception areas. His first design for Artifort, the 042 series in 1963, was an immediate international success. His philosophy is that the chair should focus on the person and not the other way around. “First the person, then the chair.” Harcourt has won many prizes and in 1978 was awarded the title of "Royal Designer for Industry". Geoffrey Harcourt's shell seats are futuristic and yet pleasantly nostalgic at the same time. Through its use in offices and public spaces, the series has acquired read more

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