Credenza in Rosewood att. to Joaquim Tenreiro for Laubitsch & Hirth, 1940s - Lot 731

$21,500
By Found Collectibles

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Description

This one-of-a-kind Credenza is made in Brazilian Rosewood and features four doors, 2 drawers with sculpted handles, 7 storage spaces and a wonderful Marble top.The wood has been masterfully restored and refinished and is in very good condition. The manufacturing seal in the back of the credenza. 

This credenza, attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro made in the 1940s during his years at Laubisch & Hirth, the prestigious furniture firm in Rio de Janeiro, marks one the earliest modernist works in Brazil as he and other designers transitioned away from traditional European design towards a more streamlined style of design. This gorgeous piece comes from a private collection in Petropolis, a city 3 hours away from Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.

Creator

Joaquim Tenreiro (Designer)

Materials and Techniques:

Cerejera Hardwood, Brass

Woodwork, Metalwork

Dimensions

Height: 70 cm, 28"

Width: 201 cm, 79"

Depth: 50 cm, 20"

Condition

Good. The wood has been refinished and the original marble is also in good condition.

Sold As

Set of 1

Place of Origin

Brazil

Style

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Date of Manufacture

1940s

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