{"product_id":"moveis-provenzal-lounge-chair-in-jacaranda-champagne-mohair-velvet-brazil-1960s-lot-519","title":"Móveis Provenzal Lounge Chair in Jacaranda \u0026 Champagne Mohair Velvet, Brazil, 1960s  — Lot 519","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eA deeply architectural interpretation of Brazilian Modernism, this rare lounge chair by Móveis Provenzal balances disciplined geometry with a remarkably sensual material palette. Executed in richly grained jacaranda rosewood, the frame is composed with an almost structural clarity — elongated tapered legs, sharply resolved vertical supports, and broad horizontal rails that emphasize proportion, rhythm, and negative space. The silhouette feels simultaneously restrained and luxurious, allowing the upholstery to read as a soft counterpoint to the precision of the woodwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eRecently reupholstered in an exceptional antique champagne gold mohair velvet, the chair carries a nuanced tonal depth that shifts subtly with light and movement. The textile features muted brass undertones and a refined metallic luster, creating a soft shimmering effect rather than overt shine. The result is atmospheric and sophisticated — somewhere between warm parchment, aged champagne silk, and brushed gilt. Under changing light, the mohair reveals a fluidity and dimensionality that elevates the entire composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eThe upholstery itself is meticulously tailored with a deeply tufted grid across both the backrest and seat, reinforcing the chair’s architectural language while adding softness and visual rhythm. Unlike heavier tufting traditions, the execution here remains refined and controlled, allowing the chair to maintain its elegant, linear profile. The slim upholstered arms appear almost suspended within the jacaranda structure, highlighting the craftsmanship and thoughtful engineering characteristic of high-level Brazilian cabinetmaking from the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eThe jacaranda has been restored to a rich satin-matte finish that emphasizes the density and movement of the grain without introducing unnecessary gloss. Dark chocolate undertones and warm reddish veining create dramatic contrast against the luminous mohair, producing an exceptionally balanced material dialogue. Every angle of the chair reveals a new interplay between light, texture, and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003eAn unusually sophisticated example from Móveis Provenzal, this piece encapsulates the quiet luxury and sculptural restraint that define the finest Brazilian seating designs of the mid-century period. Elegant yet commanding, it functions equally well as a standalone statement chair or within a layered interior alongside other Brazilian Modern masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2765\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Found Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52547226009887,"sku":"519","price":22000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/9645\/0847\/files\/1_abc69c4a-5db4-446a-ba77-a684b819952d.jpg?v=1778972868","url":"https:\/\/foundcollectibles.com\/products\/moveis-provenzal-lounge-chair-in-jacaranda-champagne-mohair-velvet-brazil-1960s-lot-519","provider":"Found Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}