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'H' Armchairs by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil - 1950s

$28,700
£21,460.30
€26,568.26VAT Included
CA$40,323.47
A$40,845.54
CHF 23,452.66
MX$495,239.97
NOK 272,138.04
SEK 277,005.23
DKK 187,382.87

About the Item

This pair of ‘H’ armchairs by José Zanine Caldas reflects the architect-designer’s distinctive approach to Brazilian modernism, where structural clarity and material honesty converge in a refined yet deeply tactile form. Produced in Brazil during the 1950s, the chairs are constructed from precision-cut plywood panels joined visibly with metal fasteners, creating an architectural silhouette that feels both lightweight and grounded. The generous proportions are softened by newly applied cowhide upholstery, lending warmth and texture to the geometric frame while emphasizing the chairs’ relaxed, organic character. Comfort is further enhanced by padded armrests and sprung seating suspended within the wooden structure. Priced individually. José Zanine Caldas (1919–2001) remains one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century Brazilian design. Trained outside conventional academic structures, he developed a singular visual language rooted in craftsmanship, vernacular building traditions, and a profound respect for natural materials. His furniture designs often reveal construction rather than conceal it, celebrating utility as an aesthetic principle. These armchairs exemplify that philosophy through their expressive joinery, sculptural balance, and enduring material presence, embodying the innovative spirit of postwar Brazilian modernism.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.38 in (67 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 26.38 in (67 cm)Seat Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Antwerp, BE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GW41161stDibs: LU933450207402

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