Brazilian Modern Two-Tier Side Table in Rosewood by Bertomeu, 1960s - Lot 868

This sculptural Brazilian modern two-level side table, attributed to Bertomeu, was produced in Brazil during the late 1950s to early 1960s—a period when Brazilian modern furniture evolved toward greater formal freedom and architectural expression. Designers and workshops increasingly treated furniture as spatial objects, emphasizing volume, rhythm, and material presence rather than ornament.
Executed in solid Brazilian rosewood, the table is organized around a cylindrical form articulated by four open, curved panels. This structural openness introduces lightness and depth, allowing the dramatic grain of the rosewood to animate the surface. The continuous flow of the wood reinforces the sculptural intent, while the two integrated tiers provide functional versatility.
Balancing utility with formal experimentation, the piece exemplifies the Brazilian modern approach: intellectually rigorous yet materially expressive. Rare in solid rosewood and distinctive in form, this table stands as a refined accent and a compact architectural statement within the interior.