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Though the designer remains unidentified, the table reflects the high level of craftsmanship and material intelligence characteristic of Brazil’s finest furniture workshops during the 1950s and early 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003eVersatile in scale and timeless in presence, this side table works effortlessly beside a sofa or armchair, or as a bedside table—offering a quiet yet confident expression of Brazilian modern design grounded in architectural principles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Found Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51551788663071,"sku":"854A","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/9645\/0847\/files\/1_39.jpg?v=1768883330"},{"product_id":"mid-century-modern-pair-of-table-lamps-with-floral-motif-unknown-1960s-lot-822a","title":"Mid Century Modern Pair of Table Lamps with Floral Motif, Unknown, 1960s – Lot 822A","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"346\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThis pair of vintage satin glass table lamps reflects a design integrates both upper illumination and a secondary light within the base, allowing the two sources to operate independently or simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"348\"\u003eEach lamp is composed of a white satin glass body defined by a gently tapered neck and rounded urn form. A delicate gold floral motif encircles the central body, applied with measured detail that contrasts subtly against the matte translucence of the glass. The sculptural quality of the form is anchored by a cast metal base, whose aged patina provides tonal depth and visual grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1060\" data-start=\"737\"\u003eThe integrated base illumination introduces an additional layer of ambient light, reinforcing the lamps’ dual function as both decorative objects and atmospheric lighting elements. The newly fitted shades maintain a clean cylindrical profile, preserving the vertical clarity of the composition while diffusing light evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1440\" data-start=\"1062\"\u003eThe lamps remain in excellent vintage condition, with minimal wear to the gilt decoration and light patina consistent with age on the metal bases. They have been rewired with a beautiful braided cable. 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The design is distinguished by its finely tapered and faceted legs, crowned by Bertomeu's signature finial-like details that create a rhythmic sculptural presence from every angle. Gracefully curved stretchers connect the legs beneath the top, providing visual lightness while emphasizing the table's exceptional craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe inset marble surface is seamlessly integrated within the solid wood frame, creating a refined contrast between the warm tones of the exotic hardwood and the cool elegance of the stone. The marble appears almost suspended within the sculptural framework, highlighting the sophisticated balance of materials that characterizes the best examples of Brazilian modern design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in São Paulo, Bertomeu became recognized for producing furniture of remarkable quality during the golden age of Brazilian modernism. Drawing inspiration from both European modernist principles and Brazil's rich woodworking traditions, the company developed a distinctive design language characterized by sculptural forms, exceptional joinery, and the use of luxurious native hardwoods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe caviúna wood displays a rich palette of honey-caramel and deep reddish-brown tones with dramatic natural grain movement throughout, enhanced by a beautifully restored satin finish that accentuates the material's depth and dimensionality. 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Beyond their visual refinement, they were intentionally chosen for Brazil's tropical climate, providing natural ventilation and exceptional seating comfort while referencing the long tradition of woven colonial Brazilian furniture. Tenreiro reinterpreted this historic material through a thoroughly modern lens, transforming it into one of the defining characteristics of his early work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chair has undergone a meticulous professional restoration revealing the extraordinary depth, dramatic figuring, and warm tonal variation for which old-growth Brazilian rosewood is renowned. 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It is widely illustrated as one of the defining icons of twentieth-century Brazilian furniture design, further underscoring its importance within the history of modern decorative arts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, authentic early examples remain exceedingly scarce. 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