Italma Wood Art Furniture

Typical Brazilian modern sofa model 'Rodeio' designed by Jean Gillon and manufactured by Italma Woodart, Brazil 1965. This sofa features a sturdy rosewood frame in a rich brown-red hue. The sofa consists of black padded leather cushions and back straps, creating an elegant contrast. In its good original condition, the leather showcases a gentle patina which gives it its character. Named "Rodeo," the design has the imagery of a classic ranch. The rosewood frame can be interpreted as a fence of a ranch, while the black leather upholstery resembles a finely crafted horse-saddle. The leather straps skill-fully attached to the wooden frame. The armrests, curved over the wooden armrests, further show the saddle-like appearance. A standout feature of this sofa are its uniquely angled feet, providing an intriguing and distinctive aesthetic. The overall design captures the essence of a western ranch with its subtle yet striking details. Jean Gillon, originally from Romania and later a naturalized Brazilian, gained prominence as an architect-designer through his company Italma WoodArt. In the 1960s and 1970s, he crafted furniture collections using Brazilian rosewood. Gillon's early years involved living in various European cities, and after studying arts in Iași, he moved to Paris, where he engaged in cartooning and set design. His architectural studies took him to Vienna and later London, where he became a visiting lecturer. In 1956, Gillon and his wife Edith relocated to São Paulo, drawn by the vibrant Brazilian architecture scene. Initially focusing on architecture, Gillon shifted to furniture design in 1961, founding Fábrica de Móveis Cidam, later known as Italma WoodArt. By the mid-1960s, his WoodArt designs, especially lounge chairs and sofas made of rosewood and Brazilian leather, gained popularity in Brazil. In 1964, Gillon expanded globally, exporting his products to twenty-two countries. One of Gillon's notable designs was the Jangada Chair (1968), a lounge chair and ottoman inspired by a traditional Brazilian fishing...

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"Amazonas" armchair by Jean Gillon for Italma Wood Art, Brazil, 1970s.

Jangada Jacaranda lounge chair and ottoman, Jean Gillon Italma Wood Art, Brazil, 1968. Labeled. All original. Lovely patina. Romanian-bor...

Jean Gillon distress cognac leather sofa for Italma wood art.

Jean Gillon sculpted rosewood and leather stool for Italma wood art.

For your consideration is this fantastic side table or entry way table, or even a small desk by Jean Gillon made of native hardwood Jangada (a type of Bolivian rosewood). Featuring a...

Jean Gillon Office chair in Louro Preto Wood ( a Rosewood) soft pad with chrome details. Height, tilt and swivel adjustments. Utilizing bend plywood similar to the Eames lounge chair...

Midcentury Brazilian Jangada lounge chair by Jean Gillon for Italma / Wood Art. Like many of his designs Gillon was inspired by traditional fishing in Brazil utilizing native hardwoo...

Pure Brazilian midcentury design. Featuring a solid Brazilian rosewood frame and netted rope inspired by local fisherman having a sleek design that look spectacular from any angle. This rare set is in original condition with the leather having been previously retouched. Jean Gillon Amazonas...