Set of Six Nikolas Chairs (1968)
Solid freijó wood with slatted seat
Dimensions: 52 × 50 × 80 cm
Country of origin: Brazil
This set of six Nikolas chairs, designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1968, exemplifies the designer’s ability to express modernist clarity through traditional Brazilian materials. Executed in solid freijó wood, each chair features a gently curved backrest and a slatted seat that emphasizes airiness, craftsmanship, and material rhythm.
The design balances geometric restraint with organic warmth—traits that are hallmarks of Rodrigues's work. Light yet robust, these chairs are suited for both residential and institutional settings, embodying the principles of functionality, regional identity, and design economy.
Sergio Rodrigues (1927–2014) remains one of the most revered figures of modern Brazilian design. Known for his deep integration of architecture, furniture, and national culture, Rodrigues brought Brazilian hardwoods like freijó, jacaranda, and imbuia to international attention through forms that are as enduring as they are human. The Nikolas chairs are a quintessential expression of this legacy—elegant, accessible, and timeless.
