This pair of small chairs was designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in 1960. They feature a structure in caviona wood, a curved cane back, a cane seat, and turned legs. Tenreiro (1906-1992) was born in Portugal into a family of woodworkers and emigrated to Rio de Janeiro in the 1920s. He played a key role in disseminating modernist design ideas within Brazil as well as defining Brazilian design to the rest of the world. Oscar Niemeyer was one of his most high-profile champions and clients.
Joaquim Tenreiro
1960
Caviona wood, cane
55.9 x 47 x 85.7 cm
Historic
Brazil
Brooklyn
$20,000
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