“Rectangular” Sofa in Hardwood & Pink Velvet, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1950s - Lot 501

$32,500

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Description

This unique and sizable four-seater "Rectangular" sofa, designed by Joaquim Tenreiro and produced by Tenreiro Móveis e Decorações in the 1960s, features a wooden frame with an upholstered body and loose cushions on the seat and back, all covered in pink velvet. The manufacturer's seal can be found on the back of the sofa.

The entire structure has been reinforced, ensuring that the sofa is quite comfortable. Provenance details can be provided upon request.

Bibliography: MMM, Ascânio; Macedo, Ronaldo do Rego. Joaquim Tenreiro: Wood/Art and Design. Rio de Janeiro: Edition of the Art Gallery of the Rio Business Center, 1986. 93 p. / Bibliography: Loschiavo, Maria Cecília; Cals, Soraia. Tenreiro. Rio de Janeiro: Bolsa de Arte; Icatu, 1998. 97, 109 p.

 

Creator:

Joaquim Tenreiro (Designer)

Materials and Techniques:

Hardwood, pink velvet

Woodwork, Upholstery

Dimensions

Height: 84 cm - 33"

Width: 290 cm - 114"

Depth: 84 cm - 33"

Seat Height: 34.29 cm (13.5 in)

Condition:
Good. The entire structure has been reinforced and the upholstery is new.

Set oF 1

Place of Origin

Brazil

Style

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Date of Manufacture:

C. 1950s