Member of the following market(s): New York City

          Contact us: Mobile: +1 954 294 3099, Landline: +1 646 649 4260

Found Collectibles is a furniture and décor gallery located in 225 West 36th Street, Suite 503 in New York City, dedicated to sourcing unique yet timeless collections from across the globe. Each collection tells a story particular to its time and place in history. Specializing in expert craftsmanship, we only feature small-batch, high-quality designs.

Our first collection consists of over 1,200 Brazilian midcentury-modern furniture pieces. The collection is vast and diverse, with iconic and historical pieces from design masters such Joaquin Tenreiro & Sergio Rodrigues, as well as less known designers of the same time, such as, Pierre Weckx & Alexandre Rapoport.

We only work with pieces with a clear provenance and attribution by choosing them from trusted sources in Brazil where we can trace their origin. Equally important, we restore the pieces to their original state, working with the same artisans who handcrafted these pieces back in the 70s & 80s.

The founder, Rodrigo Salem, is an avid collector with over 20 years of experience. He has personally sourced the pieces, overseen restauration, and shipped to NYC from Brazil this year.

Staff

Jose Frances Director of Sales

Director of Sales with 14 years of experience on Luxury Retail in NYC.
http://www.foundcollectibles.com/
E: jose@foundcollectibles.com
Phone: 917-386-4767

Jose Frances, a seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience in luxury design sales, has successfully held senior consultant sales positions at renowned companies such as Avenue Road, Rose Tarlow, and Swarovski. Over the past three years, Jose has been instrumental in representing contemporary artists including Bradley Duncan, Ben Medansky, and Olivia Cognet, helping them establish themselves within the New York City design community. Throughout the years, Jose has cultivated trusted relationships with prestigious design firms like Robert Stillin, Gachot Studio, and Workshop APD; as well as other industry players such as specialized PR firms, artists, and craftsmen across the US.
Originally from Uruguay, Jose moved to the United States in 2003 to pursue a master's degree in biology at The University of New Mexico. However, he decided to shift his career path after relocating to NYC in 2008
In March 2023, Jose took on the role of Director of Sales at Found Collectibles after crossing paths with founder Rodrigo Salem. In this position, Jose’s main focus is to establish and execute the commercial strategy with the interior design community, while also expanding Found Collectibles' presence within the broader design industry.