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Brazilian Modern Jacaranda and Leather Swiveling Lounge Chair by Jorge Zalszupin
Rare Jorge Zalszupin Brazilian modern armchair composed of bent jacaranda arms and back with black leather seat, back and hand rests. Supported by a stainless steel swivel base. Features a wide seat for added comfort. A true statement piece with a remarkable sculptural form and exceptional jacaranda grain and color. Completely restored (wood has been refinished and leather, which was redone roughly five years ago, has been conditioned with new firm foam).
Measures: Arm height 22.5″ Depth dimension provided reflects the base’s measurement; the depth of the chair itself (front of seat to back of frame) is 21″.
Overall: H: 30.5″ x W: 38″ x D: 34″
Brazilian Modern Rosewood and Copper Mosaic Coffee Table by Percival Lafer
$1,600.00Sculptural coffee table designed by Percival Lafer composed of a visually striking copper patchwork/mosaic surface supported by deeply carved Brazilian Rosewood bases with exposed metal hardware. Coated in dense epoxy, the surface is perfect for heavy usage.
Thoughtful design contrasting the vibrant, detailed surface with the airiness of the open sections on either side framed by the rosewood bases.
Copper shows natural patina and scuffs from use; rosewood has been newly refinished and shows only minor wear.
Marked “MADE IN BRAZIL.”
H: 13″ x L: 49.5″ x D: 23″
Corresponding side table available separately.
Brazilian Modern Rosewood and Leather Modular Sofa or Settees
Brazilian low, modular sofa set in rosewood that can form one four-seat sofa, two settees, or a single chair with a three-seat sofa, circa 1960s. Very unique form reminiscent of a design by Jorge Zalszupin but unattributed / unsigned. Rosewood has been refinished and caramel leather and foam are all new.
Includes various configurations of feet / caster wheels: one piece has four casters, two pieces have three casters and one cylindrical foot, one piece has two cylindrical feet at two casters (all can be switched around). This combination of wheels and feet allows for easy mobility while offering stability.
H: 28.25″
D: 30.5″
Seat height: 13″
Arm height: 20″
Length (single arm chair): 37.25″
Length (2-seat settee): 61.5″
Length (3-seat sofa): 86.5″
Length (4-seat sofa): 110″
Each seat cushions measures 24.5″ long.
Set can be delivered assembled in any configuration upon request.
Excellent, restored condition; nominal wear to the leather is natural.
Brazilian Modernist Brass Rhino by Alvaro Franklin da Silveira
Brass rhino sculpture designed in the 1970s by renowned Brazilian sculptor, Alvaro Franklin (Urandi, Bahia, 1935-2020).
Having learned forging and foundry methods from his grandfather, Franklin is most recognized for his metal and marble sculptural works, despite being an accomplished artist in other mediums.
Visually striking, modernist decorative object with good age/patina present, despite having been recently polished. There are spots of tarnish and scuffs, as shown.
Branded “Franklin” and “AFS”.
H: 3.25″ x L: 6.25″ x D: 2″
Pair of Jacaranda and Leather Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Percival Lafer
Set of two lounge chairs and one ottoman designed by Percival Lafer in Sao Paolo, Brazil in 1975. Leather ‘sling’ seats are supported by steel enforced jacaranda posts. Round rosewood beads and leather ties re-enforce the seats to the posts and add a nice decorative element. Leather has been conditioned and is in good, vintage condition. Though barely noticeable, small parts of each seat have been resewn, and the supports have been refinished. Comes with a single ottoman. Retains ‘Lafter MP Made in Brazil’ Foil Label along with fabric tag and paper label.
Ottoman measures: L: 31.75″ x H: 16.5″ x D: 23″
Each chair: H: 29.1″ x W: 38.75″ x D: 37″ x Seat Height: 17.5″
Condition Notes: Good. Re-sewn part of one of the seats and minor wear throughout. overall, in good, vintage condition with refinished supports.
Percival Lafer MP-211 Jacaranda and Leather Two-Seat Sofa with Ottoman
Sleek two-seat leather sofa designed by Percival Lafer in Sao Paolo, Brazil in 1975. Single leather ‘sling’ seat fits into the molded resin frame and is supported by steel enforced jacaranda posts. Round rosewood beads and leather ties re-enforce the seat to the posts and add a nice decorative element. Leather has been conditioned and is in very nice, vintage condition with only minor wear. Supports have been refinished. Comes with the original ottoman intended for the piece. Retains ‘Lafter MP Made in Brazil’ Foil Label Listed separately is a pair of matching Lafer lounge chairs and single ottoman (slightly different from the ottoman with this sofa, as the steel brackets differ from chairs to sofa).
Ottoman measures: L: 31.75″ H: 16.5″ D: 23″
Sofa measures: H: 29.1″ x W: 65.5″ x D: 38″ x Seat Height: 17″ (Note the length factors in the posts, which extended beyond the seat.)