{"product_id":"rare-cadeira-de-embalo-rocking-chair-in-solid-rosewood-caning-joaquim-tenreiro-brazil-1948-lot-1006","title":"Rare “Cadeira de Embalo” Rocking Chair in Solid Rosewood \u0026 Caning, Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1948 - Lot 1006","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptionally rare and historically important \u003cb\u003e\"Cadeira de Embalo\" (Rocking Chair)\u003c\/b\u003e designed by \u003cb\u003eJoaquim Tenreiro\u003c\/b\u003e in 1948—one of the earliest and most celebrated seating designs created shortly after the opening of \u003cb\u003eLangenbach \u0026amp; Tenreiro\u003c\/b\u003e, the workshop and gallery that would redefine Brazilian furniture design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned during the formative years of Brazilian Modernism, this rocking chair embodies the philosophy that established Tenreiro as the father of modern Brazilian furniture. Rejecting the visual heaviness that characterized traditional European-inspired furniture, Tenreiro sought what he famously described as \u003cb\u003e\"lightness\"\u003c\/b\u003e—not merely physical weight, but a sense of grace, elegance, comfort, and perfect functionality. His furniture introduced an entirely new language where refined proportions, honest construction, and native Brazilian materials worked together in complete harmony. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model is widely regarded as one of the designer's landmark creations. Executed in richly figured \u003cb\u003esolid Brazilian rosewood (jacarandá)\u003c\/b\u003e with its original hand-woven cane, it demonstrates Tenreiro's extraordinary understanding of wood construction and his ability to create furniture that appears almost weightless despite its remarkable structural integrity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe architectural frame is composed of slender yet strong solid rosewood members joined with meticulous cabinetmaking precision. Every line has been carefully resolved, from the elegant sweep of the rockers to the gently tapered legs and sculptural open armrests. The continuous flowing silhouette gives the chair an unmistakable sense of movement even while at rest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe generous caned back and seat remain entirely original and are beautifully preserved. 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. The finish presents a rich satin luster that highlights the natural character of the timber while respecting the integrity of the original piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportantly, the \u003cb\u003eoriginal caning has been preserved\u003c\/b\u003e and remains in outstanding condition, exhibiting excellent tension, color, and structural stability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most recognizable works in Tenreiro's oeuvre, the \u003cb\u003eCadeira de Embalo\u003c\/b\u003e has appeared extensively in scholarly publications, museum catalogues, major exhibitions, books dedicated to Brazilian Modernism, and countless international design publications. 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. Their rarity is heightened by their historical significance as among the earliest productions from Tenreiro's own workshop and by growing international institutional and private collector demand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining sculptural elegance, extraordinary craftsmanship, historical importance, and remarkable comfort, the \u003cb\u003eCadeira de Embalo\u003c\/b\u003e stands among the most significant achievements of Brazilian Modernist furniture design and represents one of Joaquim Tenreiro's most enduring masterpieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Found Collectibles 2","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52733644079391,"sku":"1006","price":55000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/9645\/0847\/files\/1_9f3017ce-fe85-468f-b06b-406b0346e196.jpg?v=1785695520","url":"https:\/\/foundcollectibles.com\/products\/rare-cadeira-de-embalo-rocking-chair-in-solid-rosewood-caning-joaquim-tenreiro-brazil-1948-lot-1006","provider":"Found Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}