Brazilian Modern Set of Five Rosewood & Leather Dining Chairs, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s - Lot 114

Description

A sculptural and refined set of five dining chairs by Jorge Zalszupin, crafted in Brazilian jacaranda (rosewood) during the height of the country’s modernist movement in the 1960s. Defined by their subtly curved seat and backrest—an essential gesture in Brazilian design—the chairs embody Zalszupin’s mastery of proportion and ergonomic intelligence.

Executed in solid rosewood, rosewood veneer and leather upholstery, the frames reveal vibrant grain movement and a satin-matte luster achieved through professional restoration. As was common in Brazil’s artisanal production of the period, slight variations in dimension underscore their handcrafted origin rather than industrial standardization.

Zalszupin’s work for L’Atelier positioned Brazilian furniture within an international dialogue of modernism, balancing European refinement with tropical material richness. This set may be acquired together or individually, offering versatility for collectors and designers seeking authentic Brazilian Modern seating with architectural presence.