When it came to creating his visually pleasing armchairs, lounge chairs and office chairs, designer Geoffrey Harcourt stuck to his design dictum: “First the person, then the chair.” The result? Mid-century modern furniture that was not only ergonomic and comfortable but artistic in form.
Born in 1935 in London, Harcourt’s artistic leanings began at an early age. In his youth, he attended the High Wycombe Technical School, followed by the High Wycombe School of Art, where he obtained a national diploma in design and a place to study at the Royal College of Art. After graduating in 1960, Harcourt left the United Kingdom. for Chicago, where he worked in industrial design until 1961. Then, he went to Copenhagen and worked with designer Jacob Jensen.
In 1962, Harcourt returned to the U.K. and began designing his first series of open-armed chairs for the Dutch furniture manufacturing company Artifort. His Space Age 042 Series lounge chair, designed in 1963, was an immediate success and launched Artifort into the international furniture market — like Olivier Mourgue’s low-slung Djinn chair, Harcourt’s seat was also prominently featured in Stanley Kubrick’s film 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Harcourt designed several other notable pieces for Artifort. These included his “500 Series” lounge chairs in 1967, the F140 swivel chair in 1970, and the undulating “Cleopatra” chaise longue also in 1970.
In addition to Artifort, Harcourt designed for several other furniture companies such as Dynamite Nobel, Mines and West, Trau of Turin, Hands of Wycombe and Steelcase Strafor. In his 70s, Harcourt retired from furniture design to focus on painting.
Harcourt’s furniture pieces have been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the Design Council in London and Glasgow, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam and the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague. In 1978, he was awarded the title of Royal Designer for Industry by the Royal Society of Arts.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Geoffrey Harcourt lounge chairs and other seating.
Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort F588 Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Geoffrey Harcourt F588 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort, 1967 Designed in 1967 by acclaimed British designer Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, the F588 swivel chair is a celebrat...
Metal
Geoffrey Harcourt Pair of F152 Lounge Chairs with Ottoman for Artifort 1975
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Meer, VAN
Geoffrey Harcourt Pair of F152 Lounge Chairs with Ottoman for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1975. Beautiful and original pair of swivel lounge chairs designed by Geoffrey Harcourt (193...
Leather, Wool
Pair of white Leather Geoffrey Harcourt 042 lounge chairs for Artifort
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of white Leather Geoffrey Harcourt 042 lounge chairs for Artifort. Pre owned chairs that are very clean all around. Great pair of Modern Lounge chairs. These chair look to be re...
Steel
Model 975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Iconic swivel lounge chair model 975, designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort. A beautiful example of Dutch modernist design, originally conceived in the 1970s and manufactured i...
Metal
Pair of Artifort Model 508 Swivel Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt, 1980s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Exceptional pair of original Artifort model 508 swivel lounge chairs, designed by renowned British designer Geoffrey Harcourt during the 1970s and produced in the Netherlands in the ...
Metal
Iconic 'F518' Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Iconic ‘F518’ swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort (Holland) in the early 1970s. It has been professionally reupholstered with a funky blue fabric by Aristi...
Metal
975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable 975 Lounge Chair designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. Solid frame with a pivoting foot. The chair has the original high qua...
Metal
Set of 2 F517 Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort F517 lounge chair, set of 2. Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 70's. Very solid wooden frame with a large pivoting metal ...
Metal
Geoffrey Harcourt Patinated Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, The Netherlands
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Almelo, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt Patinated Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, The Netherlands 1970s Patinated cognac leather Artifort F141 Swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt mid-...
Steel
975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable 975 Lounge Chair designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. Solid frame with a pivoting foot. The chair has the original high qua...
Metal
975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable 975 Lounge Chair designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. Solid frame with a pivoting foot. The chair has the original high qua...
Metal
Artifort F588 lounge chair with ottoman by Geoffrey Harcourt
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in RIDDERKERK, NL
Comfortable Artifort F588 swivel armchair , designed by the renowned English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 1960s. This timeless swivel chair offers d...
Fabric
Karate Armchair by Michel Cadestin for Airborne, France, 1970s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable space age "Karate" armchair by the french designer Michel Cadestin, manufactured by Airborne (France) during the 70's. This pivoting lounge chair is made of a fiberglass shell with upholstered seats. Originally upholstered with a green velvet fabric, the fabric is in used but in good condition (see the pictures). Its organically rounded and embracing form invites for a comfortable sitting. This version is fully upholstered. It is also possible to choose the color or fabric you want. We work with professional upholsterers and specialists. Please ask for the options. This armchair was notably displayed in 1971 in the very first scenes of the French film by Serge Korber with Louis de Funes...
Metal
Lounge Chair C610 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Almelo, NL
Lounge chair C610 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969 The rich, coffee brown leather is still in good condition with no significant blemishes, a beautiful patina,...
Leather, Beech
Artifort Geoffrey Harcourt Swivel Lounge Chair F 975
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning swivel lounge chair was designed by Geoffrey Harcourt 1968 for Artifort. This version ist the latest and was produced 2015 with the new aluminum contemporary base. The...
Aluminum
Early 'F141' Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1972
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Iconic ‘F141’ swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in 1972. This is a chocolate brown leather version and it comes with its rare and matching footstool. Ear...
Metal
Mid Century Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt, 1960s
By Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Attractive mid century leather armchair with tufted leather cushions and sling leather armrests. Designe dby Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort Starshaped chrome base. The loung...
Chrome
975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable 975 Lounge Chair designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. Solid frame with a pivoting foot. The chair has leather cushions in t...
Leather
Geoffrey Harcourt prototype chair Artifort Netherlands 1970
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely special and rare prototype of the 508 lounge chair by Geoffrey Harcourt manufactured by Artifort in the Netherlands in 1970. Where the 508 came out with its tulip base, thi...
Upholstery
2024 Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort F510 Lounge Chair in Red Vinyl 4x Available
By Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an F510 Lounge Chair, originally designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in 1967. These particular examples were produced in 2024. Their design features a molded shell sea...
Metal
2023 Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort F510 Lounge Chair in Fire Red 4x Available
By Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an F510 Lounge Chair, originally designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in 1967. These particular examples were produced in 2023. Their design features a molded shell sea...
Metal
Forrest Green Leather "F141" lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort 1978
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Timeless Elegance of the Forrest Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair Model F141 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort Netherlands 1978 Step into a world of sophisticatio...
Aluminum
Cleopatra Sofa by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This beautiful model Cleopatra chaise longue or sofa was designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. This original Artifort piece has just been reupholstered with lov...
Fabric
$2,658
H 27.17 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
Mid Century 975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 60's. It has a rotating foot. Original brown leather with nice patina.
Leather, Fiberglass
$2,924 / set
H 32.29 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Early 'F141' Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1972
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Iconic ‘F141’ swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in 1972. This is a chocolate brown leather version and it comes with its rare and matching footstool. Ear...
Metal
508 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable Lounge Chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. It has a rotating metal foot. It has just been reupholstered with lovely bouclé fa...
Metal
F588 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1960s
By Geoffrey D. Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cosy and comfortable Artifort model F588 lounge chair. Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's. The chair is...
Fabric
975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable 975 Lounge Chair designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. Solid frame with a pivoting foot. The chair has the original high qua...
Metal
$1,895
H 33.08 in W 27.96 in D 33.86 in
Geoffrey Harcourt Patinated Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, The Netherlands
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Almelo, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt Patinated Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, The Netherlands 1970s Patinated cognac leather Artifort F141 Swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt mid-...
Steel
$14,850 / set
H 32 in W 37.75 in D 33 in
Pair Swivel Lounge Chairs Model 421 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Pierre Paulin lounge chairs model 421 made by Artifort, circa 1970. Both chairs are in very good condition and ready to use. The swivel mechanism works perfectly. Rare and fi...
Chrome
$4,375
H 29.93 in W 26.38 in D 29.14 in
Artifort F 506 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey D. Harcourt RDI in STOCK
By Geoffrey D. Harcourt, Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered in Baru (GG) 0950 Powdercoat colour P51 Khaki Grey RAL 7008 (Fine texture) F506 Design by Geoffrey D. Harcourt RDI Inspired by modernist aesthetics, the mid-size F506 ar...
Fabric
$6,908
H 25.99 in W 75.6 in D 35.83 in
Geoffrey Harcourt's Iconic 1970s Cleopatra Chaise Lounge by Artifort
By Geoffrey D. Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Hilversum, NL
Inspired by the timeless concept of the chaise longue, Geoffrey Harcourt's interpretation from 1970 stands as a testament to modern design. Known as the Cleopatra, this unique Dutch...
Wool
$9,276 / set
H 29.14 in W 29.93 in D 35.44 in
Set of 2 F517 Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort F517 lounge chair, set of 2. Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 70's. Very solid wooden frame with a large pivoting metal ...
Metal
975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable 975 Lounge Chair designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. Solid frame with a pivoting foot. The chair has the original high qua...
Metal
Sold
H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 27.96 in
Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort F588 Lounge Chair, Netherlands, 1970s
By Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful pair of Artifort lounge chairs, model F588, embodying the soft, organic lines and exceptional comfort the brand is known for. The design features a sculptural, flowing shel...
Textile, Fiberglass
Sold
H 27.56 in W 28.35 in D 29.93 in
Set of 3 975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable set of 3 975 Lounge Chairs. These popular chairs are designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. The base and foot will be painted a...
Foam
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H 30 in W 31.5 in D 36 in
F584 Swivel Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in Eggshell Leather
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Acclaimed British Mid-Century designer Geoffrey Harcourt designed the "F584" Swivel Chair for Dutch manufacturer Artifort in 1967. Its inviting shape was inspired by a girlfriend who...
Metal
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H 27.96 in W 28.35 in D 31.89 in
Set of 2 975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable set of two 975 Lounge Chairs. These popular chairs are designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. The immaculate brown bucket seat ...
Metal
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H 37.8 in W 35.44 in D 37.8 in
FS588 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, Netherlands, 1967
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lounge chair model FS588 designed in 1967 by British designer Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, Netherlands. Early edition in classic tan leather and fiberglass swivel base. A very com...
Leather, Fiberglass
Lounge chair mod 508 Geoffrey Harcourt voor Artifort, 1970
By Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Lounge chair . Design by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort . in the 1970s ,comes with the original Lila color upholstery. In a used condition ,see photos . Good s...
Fabric
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H 36.75 in W 26.5 in D 30.5 in
Artifort Model F156 Swivel Lounge Chair with New Yellow Velvet Upholstery
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome Artifort swivel lounge chair with white Saarinen style tulip base and new yellow velvet upholstery, designed by British designer Geoffrey Harcourt for acclaimed Dutch furnit...
Metal
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H 33.08 in W 27.56 in D 29.53 in
Leather 'F152' Swivel Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Iconic ‘F152’ swivel lounge chairs designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort (Holland) in 1972. These are early black leather editions with a beautiful 5-star metal...
Metal
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H 29.14 in W 29.93 in D 35.44 in
Set of 2 F517 Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort F517 lounge chair, set of 2. Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 70's. Very solid wooden frame with a large pivoting metal ...
Metal
Lounge chair Fabric Artifort Geoffrey Harcourt 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Lounge chair. Original Grey mixed fabric upholstery, black star foot revolving . The armrests are newly upholstered in a Grey leather . Overall in a good condition . Des...
Fabric
Lounge Chair Artifort Geoffrey Harcourt 1970s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful lounge chair. Design by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort 1960s model F182 Elegant and good design. Very good condition. Creme color leather upholstery. On a Grey Metal base...
Leather
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H 24.81 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
No. 976 Swivel Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, The Netherlands
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Beerse, VAN
Very decorative chair designed in 1968 by Geoffrey Harcourt for the Dutch company Artifort. The fiberglass shell (1st edition?) is still in a very good and original condition. The...
Leather, Fiberglass