{"product_id":"sergio-rodrigues-marquesa-chest-of-drawers-in-rosewood-oca-brazil-c-1960-lot-912","title":"Sergio Rodrigues \"Marquesa\" Chest of Drawers in Rosewood with Marble Top — Oca, Brazil, c. 1965 - Lot 912","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eAn exceptional example of Brazilian Mid-Century Modern design, this rare \u003cem data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eMarquesa\u003c\/em\u003e chest of drawers was designed by renowned Brazilian master \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSergio Rodrigues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and produced by Oca in Brazil during the 1960s. Widely regarded as one of Rodrigues’ most sophisticated case pieces, the \u003cem data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eMarquesa\u003c\/em\u003e line embodies his distinctive ability to merge sculptural form, refined craftsmanship, and luxurious materials into timeless functional design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eExecuted in richly figured Brazilian rosewood (jacarandá), the cabinet showcases dramatic grain movement across its eight drawers, creating a striking visual rhythm that highlights the natural beauty of the timber. The warm tones and organic patterns are complemented by Rodrigues’ signature recessed circular pulls, a sculptural detail that lends depth and character while maintaining the piece’s clean architectural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eA finely veined marble top provides an elegant contrast to the richly textured rosewood, elevating the composition while offering a durable and practical surface. The cabinet is raised on slender solid rosewood legs, giving the substantial form a light and balanced appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eBeyond its visual appeal, the piece offers generous storage through eight spacious drawers, making it equally suited for use as a bedroom dresser, statement credenza, or sophisticated storage cabinet within a living space. The combination of rare materials, masterful joinery, and iconic design places this example among the most desirable storage pieces produced during the golden age of Brazilian modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003eA highly collectible work by one of the most important figures in twentieth-century Latin American design, this \u003cem data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eMarquesa\u003c\/em\u003e chest represents an increasingly scarce opportunity to acquire an authentic Sergio Rodrigues masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Found Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52590443233567,"sku":"912","price":23400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/9645\/0847\/files\/1_a6e267b1-4b78-4883-a92f-0dc02860e234.jpg?v=1780428130","url":"https:\/\/foundcollectibles.com\/products\/sergio-rodrigues-marquesa-chest-of-drawers-in-rosewood-oca-brazil-c-1960-lot-912","provider":"Found Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}