Pair of Brazilian Modernist Armchairs in Hardwood, Burgundy Leather & Bouclé by Carlo Hauner, 1950s – Lot 466

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An iconic pair of armchairs by Carlo Hauner, executed in Brazil in the 1950s and emblematic of the designer’s most … Read more An iconic pair of armchairs by Carlo Hauner, executed in Brazil in the 1950s and emblematic of the designer’s most refined seating forms. The silhouette is immediately recognizable: a gently winged, enveloping back; sculpted, inward-curving arms; and a compact yet generous seat volume elevated on four tapered hardwood legs. The balance between softness and architectural clarity reflects Hauner’s European formation — shaped by his Italian roots — translated into the warmth and material richness of Brazilian modernism.

The solid hardwood structure anchors the design with integrity and proportion. The body has been upholstered in deep burgundy leather, secured with discreet brass rivets in keeping with period techniques, emphasizing both craftsmanship and authenticity. Loose seat cushions in ivory bouclé introduce tactile contrast, heightening the interplay between supple leather and textured fabric — a sophisticated material dialogue characteristic of Hauner’s interiors.

This model appears in period publications, reinforcing its position within the canon of 1950s Brazilian design. Acquired from a private residence in São Paulo, Brazil, the pair carries both provenance and presence — a museum-worthy example of Carlo Hauner’s iconic contribution to Brazilian modernist seating. See less