{"product_id":"set-of-2-chairs-in-metal-wicker-carlo-hauner-1950s-lot-118-copy","title":"Brazilian Modern Pair of Chairs in Iron \u0026 Wicker by Carlo Hauner, Brazil, 1950s — Lot 118B","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA refined pair of Brazilian modern dining chairs designed by \u003cstrong\u003eCarlo Hauner\u003c\/strong\u003e in the 1950s, exemplifying the designer's celebrated ability to unite industrial precision with the warmth of handcrafted natural materials. Characterized by their restrained geometry and exceptional visual lightness, these chairs embody the sophisticated optimism that defined Brazilian modernism during its most influential period.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chair is constructed from a slender matte black iron frame, engineered with elegant splayed legs and carefully balanced cross-bracing that provides structural integrity while maintaining an airy, architectural silhouette. Suspended within the steel framework, the seat and high back are meticulously handwoven in richly toned natural wicker, forming a continuous sculptural surface that appears to float effortlessly above the metal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dialogue between the crisp graphic lines of the iron and the organic texture of the woven wicker creates a composition that feels both disciplined and inviting. Rather than relying on ornamentation, the design celebrates proportion, craftsmanship, and material honesty—hallmarks of the finest mid-century Brazilian furniture. Every angle reveals a thoughtful balance between strength and visual delicacy, allowing the chairs to enrich an interior without overwhelming it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully scaled for both dining and occasional seating, the pair transitions seamlessly between contemporary and historic interiors. Whether placed around a dining table, flanking a console, or incorporated into a refined vestibule or bedroom vignette, they introduce warmth, texture, and timeless Brazilian elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional example of 1950s Brazilian design, this pair captures Carlo Hauner's enduring vision of modern living—where artisanal craftsmanship, architectural clarity, and natural materials exist in perfect harmony. Their sculptural presence and versatile proportions make them equally compelling as functional seating or as collectible works of modern design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carlo Hauner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1950s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matte black painted iron, handwoven natural wicker\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lot 118B\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Found Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52729709494559,"sku":"118B","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/9645\/0847\/files\/1.5_5273ccbf-727f-4c0e-8d61-de3415859190.png?v=1785605973","url":"https:\/\/foundcollectibles.com\/products\/set-of-2-chairs-in-metal-wicker-carlo-hauner-1950s-lot-118-copy","provider":"Found Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}