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The Z armchair by José Zanine Caldas is one of the most intellectually rigorous expressions of Brazilian Modern furniture from …
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The Z armchair by José Zanine Caldas is one of the most intellectually rigorous expressions of Brazilian Modern furniture from the 1950s. Designed for Fábrica de Móveis Artísticos Z, the chair reflects Zanine’s commitment to ethical material use and structural honesty.
Constructed from solid Pau Marfim (Brazilian ivorywood), the frame is fully exposed, allowing geometry and joinery to define both form and function. The angular structure dictates posture and support, reinforcing Zanine’s belief that comfort should emerge from construction rather than ornament. This example has been carefully refinished and reupholstered in a material chosen to remain faithful to period precedents.
The Z armchair stands as a foundational object within Brazilian Modernism, embodying a design philosophy rooted in material integrity, social responsibility, and clarity of form.
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- Dimensions
- 19.7ʺW × 24.8ʺD × 32.7ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Modern
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Seat Height
- 13.0 in
- Designer
- José Zanine Caldas
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Fabric
- Upholstery
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Lavender
- Condition Notes
- Good. The wood has been refinished and and the leatherete is new. Good. The wood has been refinished and and the leatherete is new. less
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