Sergio Rodrigues Tonico

This exquisite sofa designed at the height of Sergio Rodrigues' career is a synthesis of his creativity as one of the most celebrated Brazilian architect and designer. Made in caviun...

Single vintage rosewood lounge chair, made by Oca for Meia Pataca in Brazil, circa 1963. "Tonico", lounge chairs were constructed with solid Jacaranda rosewood, webbing and lose cushions. Elegant in form, the design features wonderful lines playing with large round ball finials...

A great Brazilian modern design. They appear to have been redone (not by us) a few years ago. solid architectural jacaranda (Brazilian rosewood) construction, leather headrest with ...

If you are looking for the most unique and coveted rare pair of armchairs for you or your client, look no further, this pair of Sergio Rodrigues 'Tonico' lounge chairs are the best examples you can find, and we will explain why below. First, this pair was produced under supervision by Sergio in his own factory in Brazil - but - exclusively for the US market, distributed for a very short time by Brazilian Interiors in the late 1960s and early 1970s. In the gallery of this listing is a photo of the Brazilian Interiors catalogue that displays this model and confirms production was supervised by Sergio in his own factory in Brazil. The unique attribute on this pair of 'Tonico' lounge chairs is the addition of paddle arms whereas normal production of the Tonico design was without armrests. This addition adds greater comfort to these already incredibly comfortable chairs. Secondly, 'Tonico' lounge chairs, loveseats and sofas are already incredibly rare - this pair with paddle arms are even more exceptionally rare and special. Of Sergio's designs, the 'Tonico' line is the most sought after by collectors and art collectors - this pair possesses greater rarity and also have the additional value of provenance which makes them much more valuable and desirable for collectors over the typical Tonico chairs...

Pair of armchairs, model "Tonico", designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) circa 1965. Rectangular structure in hardwood, seat and back recently reupholstered in white piped fabric,...

One of a Kind Sergio Rodrigues for Oca Solid Jacaranda chair restored in Gotland sheepskin and Loro Piana Italian buffalo leather by Forsyth in Saint Louis. Brazilian architect-desi...

The Tonico armchair is more than an icon of Sergio Rodrigues's playful technique and innovative vision. Beyond that, it is a landmark in Brazilian midc...