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Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Brazilian, Polish, 1922-2020

Just as emigrant Europeans — from Kem Weber and Paul Frankl to Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe — helped establish modernist design and architecture in the United States, so too did many of their peers foster the new design aesthetic in Brazil in the middle decades of the 20th century. Along with architect Lina Bo Bardi (from Italy) and Joaquim Tenreiro (from Portugal) — both of whom helped popularize Brazilian modern design and influenced today's generation of Brazilian designers — there was Jorge Zalszupin, who arrived from Poland in 1949 and created consistently sleek and elegant chairs, tables and case pieces using the South American country’s vibrantly grained tropical hardwoods.

Zalszupin was born in Warsaw (his given first name is Jerzy) and went on to study architecture at the École des Beaux Arts in Bucharest, Romania, graduating in 1945. Zalszupin moved to Paris but found few opportunities in the postwar City of Light. He was impressed by articles on the work of Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer that he saw in the André Bloc–edited magazine L’Architecture d’Aujourd’hui (Architecture Today). And after sailing to South America, Zalszupin went to work with his fellow Pole and architect Luciano Korngold in São Paulo. Zalszupin began designing furniture as part of his architectural commissions and created several pieces for Niemeyer for use in the new capital city, Brasília. He opened his own design and manufacturing firm, L’Atelier, in 1959.

While Zalszupin cannot be said to have had a signature style, his furniture designs all share a characteristic simplicity and purity of line and form. His work is often compared to that of Danish designers, most especially in their shared commitment to quality construction. He was a master of many materials: travertine marble for tabletops, slung leather for seating, man-made fabrics for upholstery and — his forte — highly figured woods such as jacaranda and rosewood. The latter plays prominently in two of Zalszupin’s best-known lounge chairs: the Brasiliana, with its austere, angular wood frame, and the Presidencial, with its curved seating shell and slatted backrest. Both chairs feature deep cushions and generous proportions in deference to the Brazilian proclivity for long and languid conversations. Yet both pieces — like all Zalszupin designs — possess a striking, tailored grace that would be perfect in any environment.

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Creator: Jorge Zalszupin
Side Tables by Jorge Zalszupin, Molded Rosewood and Mable, Brazil, 1964
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This fantastic side table was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and produced by his company L'Atelier circa 1960. The table presents an iron structure with rosewood feet and a ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Zalszupin Petala Table Mid-century Modern Brazilian Vintage Coffee Table
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Petala center table, designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1960s, showcases a minimalistic and cleverly constructed aesthetic. Composed of eight hardwood "petals" arranged in an oct...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Wood & Marble by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table made in Wood & Marble by Jorge Zalszupin in Brazil in 1959 is a masterpiece! The “Limestone” coffee table is a stunning example o...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Jorge Zalszupin 1960s Brazilian Jacaranda Square Andorinha Coffee Tables
By Jorge Zalszupin
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Pair of square 1960s Andorinha coffee tables by Jorge Zalszupin in Brazilian jacaranda. Priced individually.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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“Chancellor” Coffee Table with Marble Top by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The “Mesa de Centro Chanceler” designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L’Atelier, Brazil 1959. The circular marble top is supported by Brazilian Rosewood (Jac...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble, Steel

Jorge Zalszupin Rectangular Andorinha 1960s Brazilian Jacaranda Coffee Table
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular Andorinha coffee table by Jorge Zalszupin from the 1960s in Brazilian jacaranda.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Jacaranda

1959 Brazilian Modern “Romana” Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this “Romana” coffee table, designed by Jorge Zalsziupin in 1959, is nothing less than spectacular. The Romana coffee table is a s...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine, Brass

Jorge Zalszupin capri side table L'Atelier Brazil 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Minimalistic side table from the Capri line designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L'Atelier, Brazil 1959. The capri side table is made with a very minimalis...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine, Steel

Me 508 Side Tables by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Glass, Brazil, circa 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
The "me 508" side table was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and produced by his company L'Atelier in 1959 – the year of its inauguration. The works of the first phase of L'At...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood, Glass

Jorge Zalszupin Romana Table L'atelier Brazil 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful shaped so-called 'Romana' coffee table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L'Atelier, Brazil 1959. The Romana coffee table is a minimalist expre...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine, Brass

Jorge Zalszupin chancelers table L'Atalier Brazil 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
A beautiful version of the Mesa de Centro Chanceler designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L’Atelier, Brazil 1959. The Mesa de...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Jorge Zalszupin Mesa Chanceler Pair L'atelier, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
A beautiful pair of Mesa de Centro Chanceler tables designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L’Atelier, Brazil 1959. The Mesa de...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Brazilian Modern Cocktail Table in Hardwood & White Top by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Midcentury Modern Cocktail/Breakfast Table in Hardwood & White top by Jorge Zalszupin for L’Atelier is gorgeous! The table has an iron base, caviuna hardwood finishes and top in white Formica. The table has been refinished and besides the marks of age, the piece is in great condition. The table fits 2-3 people comfortably. This piece belonged to the Hotel Nacional...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Jorge Zalszupin Brazilian Low Table
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Rare table combining rich Brazilian wood with metal, by Brazilian master Jorge Zalszupin.
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Midcentury Coffee Table in Hardwood & Chrome by Jorge Zalszuspin, Brazil, 1963
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table model “Chanceler” in Hardwood & Chrome designed by Jorge Zalszuspin is stunning! The tabletop is made of Brazilian Rosewood, ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Chrome

Jorge Zalszupin Coffee Table
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rosewood coffee table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Jorge Zalszupin Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

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Jorge Zalszupin coffee and cocktail tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Jorge Zalszupin coffee and cocktail tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Jorge Zalszupin coffee and cocktail tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original coffee and cocktail tables by Jorge Zalszupin were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider coffee and cocktail tables by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Sergio Rodrigues, and Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler. Prices for Jorge Zalszupin coffee and cocktail tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $12,000 and can go as high as $12,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $12,000.

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