Jorge Zalszupin Brazil, 1922-2020
Exceptional set of eight chairs, ca. 1960
Jacaranda da Bahia (rosewood), bent chrome-plated steel frame, reupholstered seat and backrest.
80 x 45 x 53 cm
31 1/2 x 17 3/4 x 20 7/8 in
31 1/2 x 17 3/4 x 20 7/8 in
Manufactured by L’Atelier
Further images
Zalszupin once again showed his profound spirit with the 'Kanguru' seats' line. The designer has challenged our understanding of weight distribution, reducing the number of legs to two. These delicate...
Zalszupin once again showed his profound spirit with the "Kanguru" seats' line. The designer has challenged our understanding of weight distribution, reducing the number of legs to two. These delicate and flexible metal legs provide nevertheless a strong support, while the upholstery of the seat and backrest ensures comfort for the seater. Conceived as an experiment, with a very limited production, this exceptional design displays characteristic elements of Zalszupin's work: a combination of organic shapes, curved woods, and graceful lines.
Provenance
Private collectionLiterature
Jorge Zalszupin, M-C Loschiavo, Olhares, 2014, p. 102, 104A Passion for Jorge Zalszupin, Gokelaere & Robinson, Interiors Magazine, 2019, p.74, p.75