Brazilian Folk Art Brutalist Circular Coffee Table in Wood, 1950s

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Imposing 1950s coffee table, a piece of Brazilian folk art distinguished by its brutalist aesthetic and profoundly sculptural character.

Likely … Read more Imposing 1950s coffee table, a piece of Brazilian folk art distinguished by its brutalist aesthetic and profoundly sculptural character.

Likely crafted from a heavy, reclaimed agricultural element (a cartwheel or mill wheel), its large, circular 102 cm diameter top is assembled from thick planks of solid exotic wood, most likely Peroba or Jatobá. These tropical hardwoods, renowned for their extreme density and robustness, have developed a rich reddish-brown patina.

The passage of time has highlighted the wood's deep grain, while the surface is punctuated by square-headed wrought iron nails and primitive geometric cutouts. The overall effect is one of brutalist power.

Ideal for a wabi-sabi, contemporary, or modernist interior, this distinctive coffee table will bring an organic, warm, and unique touch to a beautiful living room.

A true work of folk art, a testament to raw and timeless craftsmanship, weighing approximately 40 kg and perfectly stable and sound.

Dimensions: Diameter 102 cm x Height 39 cm See less