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Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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
Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier Guanabara Dining Pedestal Table
Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier Guanabara Dining Pedestal Table

Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier Guanabara Dining Pedestal Table

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in PARIS, FR

Born in Warsaw in 1922, Jorge Zalszupin arrived in Brazil in 1949 and founded L'Atelier in São Paulo — a studio that gave him full control over design and production. He worked along...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Jorge Zalszupin, Side Table, Cavuina, Formica, Brazil, 1960s
Jorge Zalszupin, Side Table, Cavuina, Formica, Brazil, 1960s

Jorge Zalszupin, Side Table, Cavuina, Formica, Brazil, 1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in High Point, NC

A caviuna wood, metal and white formica side table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced for Hotel Nacional, 1960s. With a metal plate indicating the commission. Dimensions: 29...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Formica, Wood

Jorge Zalszupin, Large Dining Table, Imbuia, Leather,  Concrete, Brazil, 1960s
Jorge Zalszupin, Large Dining Table, Imbuia, Leather,  Concrete, Brazil, 1960s

Jorge Zalszupin, Large Dining Table, Imbuia, Leather, Concrete, Brazil, 1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo

Located in High Point, NC

A large Imbuia and leather over concrete 'Guanabara' dining or conference table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, c. 1960s.

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Concrete, Metal

Jorge Zalszupin Pétalas Coffee Table in Hardwood and Iron, Brazil, c.1975
Jorge Zalszupin Pétalas Coffee Table in Hardwood and Iron, Brazil, c.1975

Jorge Zalszupin Pétalas Coffee Table in Hardwood and Iron, Brazil, c.1975

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Dublin, IE

Details Pétalas Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin Hardwood and iron Produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, circa 1975 Height 30 cm (11.8 in) Diameter 108 cm (42.5 in) Provenance Private c...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Iron

Jorge Zalszupin, Lounge Chairs, Leatherette, Fabric, Brazil, 1969
Jorge Zalszupin, Lounge Chairs, Leatherette, Fabric, Brazil, 1969

Jorge Zalszupin, Lounge Chairs, Leatherette, Fabric, Brazil, 1969

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of red leatherette and pink fabric  "Cubo" lounge chairs designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, c. 1969. Several tears of various sizes in leather on ...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Fabric, Faux Leather

Jorge Zalszupin Carrinho de Chá Tea Trolley in Hardwood, Brazil, c.1970
Jorge Zalszupin Carrinho de Chá Tea Trolley in Hardwood, Brazil, c.1970

Jorge Zalszupin Carrinho de Chá Tea Trolley in Hardwood, Brazil, c.1970

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Dublin, IE

Details Carrinho de Chá Tea Trolley by Jorge Zalszupin Hardwood, steel frame and brass wheels Produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, circa 1970 Height 66 cm (26 in) Width 105 cm (41.3 in...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Brass, Iron

Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

This pair of armchairs presents a measured dialogue between sculpted rosewood and tailored upholstery, characteristic of Brazilian mid-century design. The structure is articulated in...

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern “Pétala” Coffee Table in Rosewood by Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
Brazilian Modern “Pétala” Coffee Table in Rosewood by Jorge Zalszupin, 1959

Brazilian Modern “Pétala” Coffee Table in Rosewood by Jorge Zalszupin, 1959

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

Designed in the late 1950s by Jorge Zalszupin, the Pétala coffee table stands among the most ambitious and sculptural works of Brazilian modern furniture. Conceived during Zalszupin’...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Petalas Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
Petalas Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1959

Petalas Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1959

By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Knokke-Heist, BE

An iconic “Pétalas” coffee table by Jorge Zalszupin, designed circa 1959 and produced by L’Atelier. Widely regarded as one of the most important early works of Brazilian modern desig...

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1950s Brazilian Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Iron

Jorge Zalszupin, Console Table, Rosewood, Brazil, 1970s
Jorge Zalszupin, Console Table, Rosewood, Brazil, 1970s

Jorge Zalszupin, Console Table, Rosewood, Brazil, 1970s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in High Point, NC

A rosewood console table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.75"H x 33.125"W x 17.75"D All items ship from High Po...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Rosewood

Sideboard by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
Sideboard by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

Sideboard by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A minimalist yet elegant example of Zalszupin’s mastery of proportion and joinery, this sideboard showcases the richness of jacarandá rosewood in a composition of striking clarity. I...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Rosewood

Dining Table "Guanabara" in Hardwood, Concrete & Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
Dining Table "Guanabara" in Hardwood, Concrete & Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

Dining Table "Guanabara" in Hardwood, Concrete & Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

The iconic Guanabara Table, designed in the late 1950s by Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020) and produced by his firm L’Atelier, is a rare and important example of Brazilian mid-century mod...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Concrete, Metal

Brazilian Modern Set of Five Rosewood & Leather Dining Chairs, Jorge Zalszupin
Brazilian Modern Set of Five Rosewood & Leather Dining Chairs, Jorge Zalszupin

Brazilian Modern Set of Five Rosewood & Leather Dining Chairs, Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

A sculptural and refined set of five dining chairs by Jorge Zalszupin, crafted in Brazilian jacaranda (rosewood) during the height of the country’s modernist movement in the 1960s. D...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Jorge Zalszupin Presidencial Armchairs
Jorge Zalszupin Presidencial Armchairs

Jorge Zalszupin Presidencial Armchairs

$23,100Sale Price / set|40% Off

Jorge Zalszupin Presidencial Armchairs

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Washington, DC

Beautiful pair of iconic Presidencial lounge armchairs by Brazilian design master Jorge Zalszupin. Produced in the 1960's, these uniquely ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Jorge Zalszupin - rare Pétala table L'Atelier, Brazil 1959, original label
Jorge Zalszupin - rare Pétala table L'Atelier, Brazil 1959, original label

Jorge Zalszupin - rare Pétala table L'Atelier, Brazil 1959, original label

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE

Delicate and sophisticated, the Pétala CoffeeTable is one of Jorge Zalszupin's most famous pieces. The curvature, which defies wood structures, is brilliantly reminiscent of the peta...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Iron

Vintage Set of Six Senior Armhairs, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1950s
Vintage Set of Six Senior Armhairs, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1950s

Vintage Set of Six Senior Armhairs, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1950s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Jorge Zalszupin / Set of Six Senior Armchairs Wood, Upholstery / Brazil, 1959 The Senior chair, designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1950s and produced by L’Atelier from 1959 to 1969,...

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1950s Brazilian Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Pair of Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs in Shearling & Brass, Jorge Zalszupin
Pair of Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs in Shearling & Brass, Jorge Zalszupin

Pair of Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs in Shearling & Brass, Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

A refined example of late 1970s Brazilian modernism, this pair of lounge chairs embodies the period’s transition toward more sophisticated and executive interiors, where structural r...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury
Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury

Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

The iconic Brasiliana is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1965 and produced by his company, L'atelier. These rare pieces have molded laminate wood structures and were part of the first line of furniture from L’atelier. Designed for the launch of the store, this collection still had the execution and details of artisanal woodwork but already introduced some techniques and materials considered innovative. Brasiliana armchairs...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Rosewood, Fabric

Pullman Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin in Olive Mohair Velvet and Rosewood
Pullman Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin in Olive Mohair Velvet and Rosewood

Pullman Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin in Olive Mohair Velvet and Rosewood

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

A refined expression of late Brazilian modernism, the “Pullman” sofa by Jorge Zalszupin captures the designer’s signature balance between architectural clarity, material sophisticati...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Mohair, Rosewood

Capri Side Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s
Capri Side Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s

Capri Side Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The Capri side table exemplifies Zalszupin’s mastery of proportion and his ability to elevate minimal form through exquisite materials. A slender geometric frame supports a richly fi...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Jorge Zalszupin 2  armchairs model   'Ouro Preto'  Brazil 1960
Jorge Zalszupin 2  armchairs model   'Ouro Preto'  Brazil 1960

Jorge Zalszupin 2 armchairs model 'Ouro Preto' Brazil 1960

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Paris, IDF

Jorge Zalszupin (né en 1922) Pair or armchair Modèle "Ouro Preto" in solid Rio palissander and original beige leather Made in Brazil around 1960 Good condi...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Leather, Jacaranda, Palisander

Brazilian Mid-Century Rosewood Writing Desk, by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier
Brazilian Mid-Century Rosewood Writing Desk, by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier

Brazilian Mid-Century Rosewood Writing Desk, by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

Iconic writing desk designed by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier in the 1970s, with a solid Brazilian rosewood frame and laminated top. Features a plywood modesty panel covered in black...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Rosewood

Jorge Zalszupin “Tall Commander” Swivel Chair, 1973 – Aluminum, Chenille, Brazil
Jorge Zalszupin “Tall Commander” Swivel Chair, 1973 – Aluminum, Chenille, Brazil

Jorge Zalszupin “Tall Commander” Swivel Chair, 1973 – Aluminum, Chenille, Brazil

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

Designed in the late 1960s to meet Brazil’s rapidly expanding demand for modern corporate and executive furniture, the “Commander” armchair stands as one of the period’s most innovat...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Aluminum

Jorge Zalszupin Veranda lounge chairs Atelier Brazil 1959
Jorge Zalszupin Veranda lounge chairs Atelier Brazil 1959

Jorge Zalszupin Veranda lounge chairs Atelier Brazil 1959

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Exquisite Pair of ‘Veranda’ Lounge Chairs designed by Jorge Zalszupin for L’Atelier, Brazil, 1959. A rare and sophisticated example of Brazilian modernism, this exceptional pair of ‘...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Brass

Jorge Zalszupin Arraia Lounge Chair L'Atelier Brazil, 1959
Jorge Zalszupin Arraia Lounge Chair L'Atelier Brazil, 1959

Jorge Zalszupin Arraia Lounge Chair L'Atelier Brazil, 1959

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Ultra-rare and fully original so-called 'Arraia' lounge chair designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured in his own company L'Atelier, Brazil 1959. As only a few original of the ‘A...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Steel

"Manhattan" armchair, designed by Jorge Zalszupin for "l'Atelier"
"Manhattan" armchair, designed by Jorge Zalszupin for "l'Atelier"

"Manhattan" armchair, designed by Jorge Zalszupin for "l'Atelier"

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Barcelona, ES

Fantastic "Manhattan" armchair designed by the Brazilian architect of Polish origin Jorge Zalszupin, produced by his own company “l’Atelier”, an authentic rarity. Perhaps “Manhattan”...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Iron

Rare Large Jacaranda Executive Desk by Jorge Zalszupin, L’Atelier São Paulo 1960
Rare Large Jacaranda Executive Desk by Jorge Zalszupin, L’Atelier São Paulo 1960

Rare Large Jacaranda Executive Desk by Jorge Zalszupin, L’Atelier São Paulo 1960

By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Dronten, NL

A rare, large Jacaranda executive desk by Jorge Zalszupin for L’Atelier São Paulo, circa 1960, representing the pinnacle of Brazilian mid-century modern design. This is the slightly ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Jacaranda

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1959
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1959

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1959

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

“Limestone” Coffee Table in Rosewood & Marble Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1959 The Limestone coffee table exemplifies the intellectual rigor and material experimentation that defin...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Marble

Cubo sofa by Jorge Zalszupin
Cubo sofa by Jorge Zalszupin

Cubo sofa by Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Canapé cubo par Jorge Zalszupin par l’atelier. État d’origine

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Leather, Fabric, Wood

Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chair by Jorge Zalszupin
Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chair by Jorge Zalszupin

Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chair by Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare piece of Brazilian modern design, the "presidencial" lounge chair with arms was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (b. 1922) for L'Atelier, circa 1960s. Constructed with Brazilian ro...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959

Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

The 1950s proved to be politically and economically favorable to initiatives related to industrial production. The Polish naturalized Brazilian architect, Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020)...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Rosewood, Fabric

“Pullman” Sofa in Burnt Caramel Mohair with Rosewood Buttons, Jorge Zalszupin
“Pullman” Sofa in Burnt Caramel Mohair with Rosewood Buttons, Jorge Zalszupin

“Pullman” Sofa in Burnt Caramel Mohair with Rosewood Buttons, Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

An iconic statement of Brazilian modern design, the “Pullman” sofa by Jorge Zalszupin exemplifies the designer’s ability to merge architectural discipline with tactile material richn...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Hardwood, Mohair

Brazilian Modern Foldable Desk in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
Brazilian Modern Foldable Desk in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s

Brazilian Modern Foldable Desk in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020) and produced by his own company L’Atelier, this foldable desk exemplifies the designer’s commitment to material intelligence, structural clari...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Jorge Zalzupin Cubo Armchair for L’Atelier Brazil - Brazil, 1970.
Jorge Zalzupin Cubo Armchair for L’Atelier Brazil - Brazil, 1970.

Jorge Zalzupin Cubo Armchair for L’Atelier Brazil - Brazil, 1970.

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in London, GB

These 1970s Cubo chairs take cuboid forms and scoop out their core. They were designed by Jorge Zalszupin, a Polish architect who moved to Brazil, having been inspired by the works o...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Jorge Zalszupin Set of 8 Dining chairs
Jorge Zalszupin Set of 8 Dining chairs

Jorge Zalszupin Set of 8 Dining chairs

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Washington, DC

Elevate your dining space with this exceptional set of eight vintage dining chairs, designed by renowned Brazilian modernist Jorge Zalszupin in the 1960s. A rare find in this complet...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Jorge Zalszupin's Presidential Lounge Chair, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
Jorge Zalszupin's Presidential Lounge Chair, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design

Jorge Zalszupin's Presidential Lounge Chair, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

The "Presidencial" lounge lounge armchair is a true icon of Brazilian modern design, created by the legendary Polish-Brazilian architect and designer Jorge Zalszupin in the 1960s. This rare and coveted piece showcases the fusion of two cultures, with its base made of tubular steel and black lacquered metal slats, topped with Brazilian Jacaranda Rosewood veneers in an unusual bentwood design. Zalszupin's innovative use of molded laminate wood allowed him to create the curves he desired, without the need for costly manual processes. This resulted in a beautifully unique armchair, part of a series composed of a sofa and armchair, that has become a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of Brazilian modern design. The lounge armchair's backrest is composed of profiled hardwood veneer slats, giving the piece a light and organic structure that elegantly accommodates voluminous cushions. Its "U" form seat rests on chrome-plated steel legs with tubular feet, while the armchair's rosewood-reinforced slat back adds a touch of elegance and sophistication. The Presidencial lounge chair is in very good vintage condition and has received new upholsteries in suede. Its sleek and modern design makes it a perfect addition to any space, whether in a home or office setting. While the armchair can be displayed without its original cushions, it also comes with a custom cushion for added comfort and style. Overall, the Presidencial armchair...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern "Cubo" Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin
Mid-Century Modern "Cubo" Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin

Mid-Century Modern "Cubo" Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

This recently upholstered cubo (Cube) sofa was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in the 1970s. The elegance, a feature of Zalszupin designs, on this piece does not come from ...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Manhattan Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Manhattan Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Manhattan Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

The iconic Manhattan is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1960 and produced by his company, L'atelier. The piece is made of a wood structure entirely upholstered, with an organic shape achieved by the curvy lines of the single volume. The work of Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) presented itself as one of the most versatile in the late 1950s and early 1960s. His designs are an example of a transition process from the artisanal production mode to serial industrial production. L'atelier Móveis...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Upholstery, Faux Leather

Jorge Zalszupin Senior chair set L’Atelier Brazil 1960
Jorge Zalszupin Senior chair set L’Atelier Brazil 1960

Jorge Zalszupin Senior chair set L’Atelier Brazil 1960

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

This rare and impressive set of ten “Senior” armchairs, designed by renowned Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin and crafted by L’Atelier in the 1960s, embodies the hallmarks of mid-c...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Brazilian Modern "Paulistana" Armchair with Ottoman by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1959
Brazilian Modern "Paulistana" Armchair with Ottoman by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1959

Brazilian Modern "Paulistana" Armchair with Ottoman by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1959

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1959 by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by his firm L’Atelier, the Paulistana lounge chair and ottoman stand among the most emblematic works of Brazilian modernism. Conceive...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Pair of “Cubo” Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
Pair of “Cubo” Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin

Pair of “Cubo” Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in London, England

Part of the “Cubo” line, this beautiful pair has just been reupholstered in French Boucle. Sold as set of 4.

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Fabric

1960' s Jorge Zalszupin Andorinha Wood & Leather Coffee Table Brazil
1960' s Jorge Zalszupin Andorinha Wood & Leather Coffee Table Brazil

1960' s Jorge Zalszupin Andorinha Wood & Leather Coffee Table Brazil

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Milano, IT

ANDORINHA Coffee Table by JORGE ZALSZUPIN (Brazil, 1960s). Shaped multi-layer wood coffee table, veneered in wood, featuring a natural leather and chrome metal magazine rack. Dimensi...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Jorge Zalszupin, Console Table, Rosewood, Brazil, 1975
Jorge Zalszupin, Console Table, Rosewood, Brazil, 1975

Jorge Zalszupin, Console Table, Rosewood, Brazil, 1975

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in High Point, NC

A rosewood console table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, 1975. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5"H x 44.375"W x 17.875"D All items ship from High Poi...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Rosewood

"Chanceler" Coffee Table in Brazilian Hardwood and Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
"Chanceler" Coffee Table in Brazilian Hardwood and Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

"Chanceler" Coffee Table in Brazilian Hardwood and Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1960s, the Chanceler coffee table exemplifies the refined materiality and structural clarity that define the designer’s work. Zalszupin (1922–2020)...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Iron

Jorge Zalszupin - Guanabara Dining or Work Table - plain veneer not patchwork
Jorge Zalszupin - Guanabara Dining or Work Table - plain veneer not patchwork

Jorge Zalszupin - Guanabara Dining or Work Table - plain veneer not patchwork

By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in São Paulo, SP

The iconic Guanabara Table, designed in the late 1950s by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and crafted by his L' Atelier is a rare and exceptional example of mid-century modern Brazilian ...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Concrete, Iron

Jorge Zalszupin foldable desk table L’Atelier Brazil 1959
Jorge Zalszupin foldable desk table L’Atelier Brazil 1959

Jorge Zalszupin foldable desk table L’Atelier Brazil 1959

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

This rare folding desk, designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L’Atelier in Brazil in 1959, is a remarkable piece of mid-century Brazilian design history. As...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Faux Leather, Hardwood

Presidential Armchairs, Brazilian Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood, c.1959
Presidential Armchairs, Brazilian Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood, c.1959

Presidential Armchairs, Brazilian Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood, c.1959

By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

The iconic pair was designed in 1959 and is part of a series consisting of armchairs and a sofa. Made from molded Rosewood laminated wood, the wide armchairs offer a throne-like comf...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Jorge Zalszupin /L’atelier Single Daybed, c. 1960
Jorge Zalszupin /L’atelier Single Daybed, c. 1960

Jorge Zalszupin /L’atelier Single Daybed, c. 1960

By L’Atelier, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in PARIS, FR

Jorge Zalszupin / L’Atelier Single Daybed, c. 1960 This rare single daybed, produced by L’Atelier and designed by Jorge Zalszupin circa 1960, exemplifies the refined elegance of Bra...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Hardwood

Me 508 Side Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Glass, Brazil, circa 1959
Me 508 Side Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Glass, Brazil, circa 1959

Me 508 Side Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Glass, Brazil, circa 1959

By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin

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 Furniture

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Glass, Rosewood

Jorge Zalszupin, 'Cubo' Sofa in Wool, Brazil, 1970s
Jorge Zalszupin, 'Cubo' Sofa in Wool, Brazil, 1970s

Jorge Zalszupin, 'Cubo' Sofa in Wool, Brazil, 1970s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Jorge Zalszupin / Cubo Sofa Wool, Wood / Brazil, 1970s Designed in the 1970s, the Cubo collection consists of sculptural seating and tables defined by bold geometry. The armchairs a...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Wool, Wood

Presidential Sofa, designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1950s
Presidential Sofa, designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1950s

Presidential Sofa, designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1950s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

Amongst Jorge Zalszupin’s most iconic creations is the Presidential series, composed of a sofa and an armchair, designed in 1959 and produced by L’Atelier. The set is made of molded ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchairs by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchairs by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchairs by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous pair of Cube Armchairs is a statement for itself. The Cube collection is a creation by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020), designed c. 1970, and it still leaves us breathless....

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Set of two Commander armchairs, Jorge Zalszupin for l’Atelier. Brazil, 1972.
Set of two Commander armchairs, Jorge Zalszupin for l’Atelier. Brazil, 1972.

Set of two Commander armchairs, Jorge Zalszupin for l’Atelier. Brazil, 1972.

By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Barcelona, ES

“Commander” armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin for l’Atelier. Solid aluminum, plastic, fiberglass and new mustard color leather cushions. This Brazilian design icon was designed to...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Aluminum

Outdoors bench, attributed to Jorge Zalszupin. Brazil, 1960s.
Outdoors bench, attributed to Jorge Zalszupin. Brazil, 1960s.

Outdoors bench, attributed to Jorge Zalszupin. Brazil, 1960s.

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Barcelona, ES

Outdoors bench, probably designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by l’Atelier in 1960s, made of fiber glass and plastic. The bench is perfect for outdoor garden area, with two seats...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Fabric, Fiberglass

Round Dining Table in Hardwood and Metal by Jorge Zalszupin, c.1960s
Round Dining Table in Hardwood and Metal by Jorge Zalszupin, c.1960s

Round Dining Table in Hardwood and Metal by Jorge Zalszupin, c.1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020) in the 1960s, this round dining table exemplifies the designer’s refined negotiation between material richness and structural restraint. A cen...

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchair and Side table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchair and Side table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchair and Side table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s

By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous set, composed of a Cube armchair and coffee table, is a statement for itself. The Cube collection is a creation by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020), designed c. 1970, and it...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Jorge Zalszupin. Suite of 4 "Marina" chairs. c. 1960. Wood, metal and fabric
Jorge Zalszupin. Suite of 4 "Marina" chairs. c. 1960. Wood, metal and fabric

Jorge Zalszupin. Suite of 4 "Marina" chairs. c. 1960. Wood, metal and fabric

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in PARIS, FR

Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020) Suite of 4 "Marina" Chairs, c. 1960 This rare set of four “Marina” chairs by Jorge Zalszupin dates to circa 1960 and exemplifies the refined modernism of...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Metal

"Cubo" Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
"Cubo" Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin

"Cubo" Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020), Brazilian architect and designer, founded the furniture design and manufacturing company L'Atelier in São Paulo, Brazil, in the 1950s. It became a benchm...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

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Jorge Zalszupin furniture 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 furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Jorge Zalszupin were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Sergio Rodrigues, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, and Percival Lafer. Prices for Jorge Zalszupin furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $151 and can go as high as $80,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $20,561.

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