Vintage Rustic Oak Chairs, 1950s, Set of 8

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Joseph Savina was born in Douarnenez and settled in Tréguier, Brittany.
In 1929, he founded a "Celtic Art" workshop in … Read more Joseph Savina was born in Douarnenez and settled in Tréguier, Brittany.
In 1929, he founded a "Celtic Art" workshop in Tréguier (rue Saint-André) to produce furniture and objects blending Breton tradition with modernized forms.
He is renowned for his talents as a cabinetmaker and sculptor, particularly for his ability to integrate Celtic motifs, interlacing, and Breton symbols into furniture with modern lines.
Savina was also an active member of the Seiz Breur (the "seven brothers") movement, which worked for a revival of Breton art, drawing inspiration from both local craftsmanship and 20th-century modern trends. This piece is designed in the style of the selected designer and/or manufacturer See less