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A sculpturally grounded and materially rich pair of Brazilian Modern armchairs, executed in Caviuna wood and newly upholstered in a …
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A sculpturally grounded and materially rich pair of Brazilian Modern armchairs, executed in Caviuna wood and newly upholstered in a soft, tactile light grey sherpa fabric. Produced in Brazil during the 1960s, the design reflects the era’s commitment to warmth, proportion, and livable modernism.
The Caviuna frames anchor the composition with depth and visual weight. Their tone — a saturated reddish-brown layered with darker veining — reads almost architectural against the softness of the upholstery. The exposed side stretchers introduce a horizontal counterpoint to the tapered legs, reinforcing structural clarity while allowing the richness of the wood grain to remain uninterrupted. Professionally refinished to a restrained satin finish, the hardwood reveals dynamic movement and tonal variation without gloss — luminous, but controlled.
In contrast, the upholstery introduces softness both visually and physically. The sherpa's subtle texture diffuses light across its surface, enhancing the volume of the seat and back cushions. The silhouette is generous yet disciplined: broad arms, a deeply scaled seat, and a slightly pitched back that naturally encourages a relaxed posture. The cushions are plush without appearing overfilled — structured comfort rather than casual sprawl.
The interplay between dense wood and the light, cloud-like upholstery captures the Brazilian modernist balance of mass and softness. These are chairs designed not only to be seen, but to be inhabited — supportive, grounded, and inviting.
Sold as a pair, they embody the tactile warmth and confident restraint that define Brazil’s most enduring mid-century seating.
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- Dimensions
- 29ʺW × 31ʺD × 30ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Modern
- Seat Height
- 13.0 in
- Number of Seats
- 2
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Iron
- Upholstery
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Light Gray
- Condition Notes
- Good. Wood has been refinished and the upholstery is new Good. Wood has been refinished and the upholstery is new less
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