Brazilian “Denúncia” Sculptural Table with Six Matching Stools in Reclaimed Wood, 1970s - Lot 864-865

Description

This monumental ensemble—comprising a sculptural table and six matching stools—is a rare and powerful example of Brazilian Denúncia furniture from the 1970s. Conceived during a period of growing environmental consciousness, the Denúncia movement used furniture as a form of material protest, transforming reclaimed wood into functional works that speak directly to the deforestation of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica).

Entirely handcrafted from repurposed tree trunks, the table is anchored by two hollowed trunk bases that retain their raw, organic character. The tabletop is formed from two naturally contoured wood slabs, joined from below to create a continuous, expressive surface. Natural fissures, voids, and variations in grain are intentionally preserved, emphasizing the living history of the material and reinforcing the sculptural presence of the piece.

The accompanying set of six stools echoes the same language of material honesty and organic form. Each stool features a solid, sculpted seat supported by clustered vertical wood elements, resulting in forms that feel primitive, architectural, and quietly monumental. No two stools are identical, underscoring their handcrafted origin and sculptural individuality.

The wood throughout the set displays deep, warm tonal variation—ranging from rich browns to reddish undertones—developed naturally through age and oxidation. All pieces have been carefully polished and cleaned, remaining in excellent condition while preserving their authentic texture and patina.

More than furniture, this ensemble functions as a complete environmental and sculptural statement—blurring the boundaries between design, art, and social commentary. Ideal as a dramatic dining installation, communal table setting, or collector-level interior statement, it represents a rare opportunity to acquire a cohesive and historically significant work of Brazilian design.