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Sergio Rodrigues

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Oscar Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil 1956

Documentation

Documented elsewhere (exact item)

Origin

United States

Period

1950-1979

Materials

Hand-Woven Cane, Varnished Wood, Woodwork Wood.

Dimensions

W.	25.6 in;	H.	31.11 in;	D.	24.81 in;
W.	65.02 cm;	H.	79.02 cm;	D.	63.02 cm;

Condition

Good. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Light sympathetic restoration. Finished with natural varnish maintaining the wood's character. Overall original features well preserved. Original vintage hand-woven cane from the period.

Creation Date

1956

Number of Pieces

2-3

Description

Set of two Mid-Century Modern "Oscar" Armchairs by Brazilian Designer Sergio Rodrigues, 1956

Named after Oscar Niemeyer, this armchair features the iconic curves and sinuous lines characteristic of the work of the famous Brazilian architect. Designed in 1956 by the Brazilian designer Sergio Rodrigues, the "Oscar" consists of a solid Rosewood frame completed with seat and backrest in handwoven cane (original of the period).

Literature:
"Móvel Brasileiro Moderno", Organized by Marcelo Vasconcellos e Maria Lúcia Braga, Published by Aeroplano, P.218.
"Móvel Moderno Brasileiro", Organized by Alberto Vicente and Marcelo Vasconcellos, Published by Olhares, P.298

Styles / Movements

Mid Century, Modern

Incollect Reference Number

420675