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
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
Credenza "Modular" in Hardwood Patchwork Style, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This credenza was designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by L’Atelier in the 1960s. This piece is part of a whole series of products with modular elements. The buyers could cho...
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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Metal
Ouro Preto Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Leather, L'atelier, 1960s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Leather, Wood, Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin - Guanabara Dining or Work Table - plain Rosewood 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 for L'atelier, "Commander" Armchair, 1973
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in PARIS, FR
Dating back to 1973, this "Commander" armchair surprises connoisseurs of Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin, best known for his creations in rosewood, veneered or thermoformed, such ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Aluminum
Jorge Zalszupin Oxford sofa l'Atelier Brazil 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice so called 'Oxford' sofa designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company l'Atelier, Brazil 1970. These chairs are made with a chrome-plated tubular structure...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Chrome
Jorge Zalszupin Lounge Chair in Black Leather and Brazilian Rosewood
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare Jorge Zalszupin Presidential Lounge Chair. Brazilian Rosewood frame with expertly reupholstered black leather cushions...
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1960s Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Steel, Chrome
Jorge Zalszupin - L´ Atelier - Home office desk 2 drawers and patchwork rosewood
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in São Paulo, SP
Jorge Zalszupin for L'atelier. Desk veneered in Jacaranda wood with patchwork design. Partition also veneered, very rare, since the most common models for this size have leather-cove...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Leather, Jacaranda, 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 Furniture
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Marble
Jorge Zalszupin 1960s Brazilian Parquet Jacaranda Wood 102 Bench
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
102 bench by Jorge Zalszupin from the 1960s in parquet Brazilian jacaranda wood with two-seat and black metal base.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Metal
Mid-Century Modern Armchair “Senior” in Metal & Suede, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The “Senior” armchair, crafted by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by l’Atelier in the 1960s, features an inverted T-shaped chrome steel frame that supports both the seat and backres...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Aluminum
Brazilian Modern Filing Cabinet & Drawers in Rosewood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian modern filing cabinet in Brazilian rosewood and leather is a true beauty. This filing cabinet was designed by Jorge Zalszup...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Metal
Large Jacaranda Executive Desk by Jorge Zalszupin by L'Atelier San Paulo, 1960
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful large desk designed by Jorge Zalszupin, manufactured by L’Atelier San Paulo, circa 1960.
Made of high quality jacaranda wood. The desk has four drawers with very well craf...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Jacaranda
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
Brazilian Modern Filing Cabinet & Drawers in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960’s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern Filing Cabinet & Drawers in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1960’s, is nothing less than gorgeous!
This filing cabinet was designed by Jorge Za...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Hardwood
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
Brazilian Modern Chairs in Chrome & Red Suede, Jorge Zalszupin, 1965 Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern Chairs in Chrome & Red fabric by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965 Brazil are a showstopper!
These gorgeous chairs feature a super sleek design composed of two chrome legs and a curved body structure consisting of a seat and backrest in red velvet. Sold as a set of three.
These beauties are showcased in our showroom next to a Jorge Zalszupin credenza and a Giuseppe Scapinelli armchair and the convo is stunning! Attached image. The last image is a vintage publication featuring the same chairs.
Equally as practical as beautiful, these chairs will add a touch of mid-century swagger to any home but will also fit into a Modern, Contemporary, or even Eclectic environment.
Dimensions: H31.5, W18.5, D19.7 (in) H80, W47, D50 (cm)
In regards to the creator, Jorge Zalszupin (1 June 1922 – 17 August 2020) was a Polish-born Brazilian architect and designer, who founded L’Atelier, in São Paulo. He began in the 1950s decade with craftwork and soon after, to the production in series.
Jorge Zalszupin a native of Warsaw, Poland, studied architecture at Bucharest’s Ecole des Beaux Arts. While working as an architect in Paris, he found inspiration in articles about Brazilians Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx and immigrated to Brazil.
His work as an architect created a demand for decoration and furniture proposals that suited the style of his projects and, for many years, Zalszupin designed and executed them for his clients. The demand was as great as the desire to grow and expand his business, and he then decided to found Atelier Móveis in November 1959.
A significant part of Zalszupin's furniture production is tributary to his architecture. He used new design language and tendencies, while maintaining a functional view of Ambience for internal spaces. L’Atelier was a design collective of architects, engineers, craftsmen, and a full-scale team of professionals that did everything from researching materials to finalizing the product.
Jorge Zalszupin has developed some of the most iconic models in Brazilian Modern furniture and has grown a lot in popularity in the last few years. The “Petala” Coffee table, “Paulistana” armchair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Chrome
Mid-Century Modern 'Guarujá' Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern 'Guarujá' Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
The iconic 'Guarujá' is a table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by his company, L'atelier.
The table-to...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Concrete
Jorge Zalszupin Dining table
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Elegant and sophisticated vintage dining table by Brazilian modern master Jorge Zalszupin. Rich Brazilian wood with folded edges and sensual curves allows this table to exude a sensu...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Metal
Set of 10 Del Rey Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Midcentury Design, Brazil, 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Upholstery, Faux Leather, Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Nightstands File Cabinet pair Hardwood Jorge Zalszupin 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, this File Cabinets or Nightstands in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960’s is nothing less than gorgeous!
This pair...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Hardwood
Jorge Zalszupin- L'atelier- 1960- Rare rosewood chest of drawers.
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
Jorge Zalszupin for L’Atelier, Rare Rosewood Chest of Drawers, 1960
This exceptional chest of drawers by Jorge Zalszupin is a striking example of Brazilian modernism. Designed in th...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Rosewood
Pair Jorge Zalszupin Modernist Brazilian Lounge Armchairs, 1960's
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of mid-century period upholstered lounge chairs by legendary designer Jorge Zalszupin.
In original condition with original fabric.
Wonderful condition, sturdy and sound.
The ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Black Leather & Wood by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this very Brazilian Modern sofa in black leather, wood and Chrome designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the seventies is simply spectacular!...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Chrome
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
Jorge Zalszupin Guaruja 140 Table L'Atelier Brazil, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Brutalist so called Guaruja round pedestal table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company l’Atelier, Brazil 1959. This stunning large dining table has a rosewo...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Concrete, Metal
Jorge Zalszupin side table L'Atelier Brazil 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Amazing side table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactures by his own company L’Atelier, Brazil 1960. This beautiful piece features a bend plywood ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Marble, Metal
Jorge Zalszupin armchairs 'Ouro Preto' Brazil 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Paris, FR
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
Jorge Zalszupin Hotel Gloria Mirror
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Beautiful and rare vintage mirror by Brazilian master Jorge Zalszupin designed for the Hotel Gloria in Rio de Janeiro. Once considered the most glamorous hotel in Brazil, guests incl...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Mirror, Wood
Brazilian Modern Set of Five Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
These chairs are made of Brazilian rosewood with leather cushions. The backrest and the seat of the chair have a natural curvature, which is a theme that is seen in many Brazilian mi...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Leather, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Grey Velvet & Fiber by Jorge Zalszupin, 1973, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available now, the VIP sofa was conceived to attend Brazil’s growing market of office furniture in the seventies decade. The sofa fits two comfortably and consists of a fiberglass structure with smooth gray velvet.
Not only beautiful and well designed, this piece is also known for its comfort. The base has been refinished and the sofa has been re-upholstered in silky velvet.
This futuristic looking sofa effortlessly flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, modern, Danish modern or contemporary environment. This sofa is currently displayed in the gallery with two Ax chairs from Peter Hvidt and looks spectacular. The last two images are vintage publications showcasing the piece
Dimensions: H27.6, W63, D33.5 (in) H70, W160, D85 (in)
About Jorge Zalszupin a native of Warsaw, Poland, studied architecture at Bucharest’s Ecole des Beaux Arts. While working as an architect in Paris, he found inspiration in articles about Brazilians Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx and immigrated to Brazil.
His work as an architect created a demand for decoration and furniture proposals that suited the style of his projects and, for many years, Zalszupin designed and executed them for his clients. The demand was as great as the desire to grow and expand his business, and he then decided to found Atelier Móveis...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Fiberglass, Velvet
Jorge Zalszupin 'Guaruja' Rosewood Vintage Dining Table, 1960s, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Guarujá is a table designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1959 and produced by his company, L'atelier. A rosewood patchwork top rests over one concrete base finished with leather.
This patchwork solution is present in other pieces designed by Zalszupin. Modern design taught us about using the material rationally, having the design as a tool to avoid waste. Aesthetically, the patchwork explores the different tones of the Brazilian rosewood beautifully, achieving a unique result.
At the time, the Guanabara table was presented as a dynamic piece that could be used in the corporate spaces (as a meeting...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Concrete
Sideboard by Jorge Zalszupin in Imbuia Wood for L’atelier, Brazil 1960s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Hellouw, NL
Sideboard by Jorge Zalszupin from his series of 'Modular Pieces' (Modulados Compiníveis) for L'Atelier. This sideboard in imbuia wood (walnut) is designed in Brazil around 1960. It h...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Wood, Imbuia
Minimalist Daybed by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Antwerp, BE
This exceptional daybed from the 1960s, designed by renowned Polish-Brazilian architect and designer Jorge Zalszupin, is a testament to mid-century modern elegance. One of only two ever produced, this rare piece was crafted in 1963 as a personal gift for Zalszupin's sister, Ina Zalszupin, making it not just a striking design object but also a unique historical artifact. Crafted with a minimalist approach, it boasts a warm wooden frame with an inviting patina, supporting a high-quality off-white mattress.
Jorge Zalszupin (1922 - 2020) was a prominent figure in modern design, known for his architectural and artistic contributions. Born in Poland and later relocating to Brazil, he played a crucial role in the Brazilian modernist movement. Zalszupin co-founded L'Atelier, a renowned furniture design manufacturer, and collaborated with renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer to create furniture for Brazil's capital, Brasília. His mastery of materials like plywood and chromed metal resulted in sensually elegant pieces, making L'Atelier a significant player in the Brazilian furniture industry and leaving a lasting legacy in the world of design.
This daybed is one of only two ever produced by Jorge Zalszupin as a personal gift for his sister, Ina Zalszupin. Its exceptional rarity and authenticity are documented by a signed statement from Roberto Halfin, son of Ina Zalszupin, confirming that the two daybeds...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Wood
Brazilian Modern Dresser with Six drawers in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Modern Dresser with Six drawers in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s is nothing less than gorgeou...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Hardwood, Formica
Brazilian Modern “Lobby” armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin in metal and leather, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
SImilar to Commander armchairs, the Lobby armchair was designed to address the growing demand of office furniture in Brazil in the early 70s. The structure of these armchairs is made...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Metal
Daybed in Tropical Hardwood and Iron, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Modern Design
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This exquisite platform bed, a creation of the renowned designer Jorge Zalszupin, seamlessly merges minimalistic elegance with functionality, encapsulating his signature style and se...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Iron
L'Atelier Commander Office Chair, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1972-1973
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Created by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and his design team, the Commander chair was designed to attend to the growing market for office furniture. The...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Aluminum
Guanabara Oval Table by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in PARIS, FR
This rare Oval Guanabara table is a large top of 220 cm made of exotic patchwork marquetry. A technique used by Jorge Zalszupin to create dramatic contrasts of the different grains o...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Concrete
Jorge Zalszupin, Coffee Table Model “Romana”, Jacaranda, Marble, Brazil, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Barcelona, ES
Jorge Zalszupin
Coffee table model “Romana”
Manufactured by L’Atelier
Brazil, 1960s
Jacaranda, marble
From the archives of Side Gallery, Barcelona
Measurements:
137.16 cm x 68.58 cm x 30.48 H cm
54 in x 27 in x 12 H in
Literature
Maria Cecilia Loschiavo dos Santos, Jorge Zalszupin, Design Moderno no Brasil, Éditions Olhares, São Paulo 2014
Concept
Jorge Zalszupin collaboration with Oscar Niemeyer, a legend of Brazilian modernism, had a great influence on his aesthetics. He made his way to Brazil at the precise moment when the Brazilian form of modernistic architecture was being shaped by Niemeyer, Le Corbusier, and Lucio Costa. Zalszupin’s furniture fits perfectly with the style of this period in design. In his designs, Zalszupin blends simplicity of form with sensuality.
Materials of the highest quality are the essence of his design practice. With a marble top affixed on thin, exquisitely curved wooden bases, the Romana coffee table...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Marble
Rare "Kovacs" Modular Shelving, Designed by Jorge Zalszupin, 60's, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Definitely a statement piece, this fantastic “Kovacs” modular shelving was designed in the ’60s by the Brazilian master Jorge Zalszupin.
Super versatile, the design itself allows t...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Wood
Jorge Zalszupin, Desk Full Drawers, 1960's
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Featuring a combination of signature Rosewood veneer and leather on its surfaces, the desk exudes luxury. The framework itself is crafted from solid wood, ensuring both durability an...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Leather, Jacaranda
Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Black Leather & Metal by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern swivel armchair in metal & black leather was designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by L’Atelier Moveis in 1970 and is stunning!
The name of the model is “Low Commander” and has become an icon of Brazilian Modernism recently. This armchair was conceived to attend Brazil’s growing market of office furniture. The first model (with casters) was developed in 1973 and latter then, a fixed model.
The armchair consists of a seat/back made of fiberglass where the black leather rest. The armrests and feet are in well-made cast aluminum pieces. Not only beautiful but well designed, this piece is also known for its comfort, with a reclining mechanism and a swivel base. The piece has the heritage plaque under the seat.
The armchair has been reupholstered in black leather with some of the finest upholsters in Rio de Janeiro and the aluminum polished. Besides the marks of age, the piece is in excellent condition. A beauty like this will look awesome in any Mid-Century Modern, Modern or contemporary office or home office.
Literature (attached images)
• Jorge Zalszupin book, p.217
• L’Atelier spec sheet from the 70s
• Product catalogue from the 70s
• Vintage publications
About Jorge Zalszupin: A native of Warsaw, Poland, studied architecture at Bucharest’s Ecole des Beaux Arts. While working as an architect in Paris, he found inspiration in articles about Brazilians Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx and immigrated to Brazil.
His work as an architect created a demand for decoration and furniture proposals that suited the style of his projects and, for many years, Zalszupin designed and executed them for his clients. The demand was as great as the desire to grow and expand his business, and he then decided to found Atelier Móveis in November 1959.
A significant part of Zalszupin's furniture production is tributary to his architecture. He used new design language and tendencies, while maintaining a functional view of Ambience for internal spaces. L’Atelier was a design collective of architects, engineers, craftsmen, and a full-scale team of professionals that did everything from researching materials to finalizing the product.
Jorge Zalszupin has developed some of the most iconic models in Brazilian Modern furniture and has grown a lot in popularity in the last few years. The “Petala” Coffee table, “Paulistana” armchair or the “Brasiliana” sofa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Aluminum
Brazilian Modern Side Cabinet with Drawer in Hardwood by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Modern Side Cabinet with Drawer in Hardwood by Jorge Zalszupin c. 1960s, is nothing less than g...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Hardwood
Two 1960s "Poltrona Del Rey" Lounge Chairs In Jacaranda By Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
An extremely rare pair of original "Poltrona Del Rey" lounge chairs by Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin, made circa 1960.
This design is documented on page 100 of Maria Cecilia Lo...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Hardwood
1960's Brazilian Rosewood Desk by Jorge Zalszupin for L'atelier
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Victoria, BC
Fresh from restoration, we are thrilled to present the newest edition to our esteemed Brazilian furniture collection. Designed by Jorge Zalszupin for L'atelier in the 1960's, this ea...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Jacaranda
L'Atelier Rosewood Credenza by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Midcentury, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This Rosewood Credenza, designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and manufactured by L'Atelier in the 1960s, is a great way to have the diversity of different tones of Rosewood in jus...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Rosewood
Lobby Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin, L'atelier, MidCentury, Brazil, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
Restored
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Iron
Lobby Armchair by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern Design
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This gorgeous "Lobby" lounge chair is a true masterpiece of mid-century Brazilian design, created by the renowned architect and designer Jorge Zalszupin in the 1970s. The chair's per...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Brazilian Modern Cabinet with Three Drawers in Rosewood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Immediately available with complementary shipping n NYC area this Brazilian modern filing cabinet in Rosewood and leather is a true beauty!
This filing cabinet was designed by Jorge...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Metal
Jorge Zalszupin Rosewood Mid-Century Credenza for L'Atelier, Brazil, 1960s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic stunning rosewood credenza from the Componivel series was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and manufactured by his own company, L'Atelier, in the 1960s.
It's inst...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood Patchwork Credenza, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This Rosewood Credenza, designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and manufactured by L'Atelier in the 1960s, is a great way to have the diversity of different tones of Rosewood in j...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin Pair of Oxford Chairs
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Stylish metal frame and shiny black upholstery makes for a sophisticated vintage lounge chair by Brazilian master Jorge Zalszupin.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Metal
Unilabor Rosewood Credenza by Geraldo de Barros, Brazilian Midcentury, c. 1954
By Unilabor, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This credenza was designed in the 1950s by Geraldo de Barros (1923-1998) and produced by Unilabor. De Barros designed and projected furniture based on his constructive references rel...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Brass
Jorge Zalszupin Commander Office Chair
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Handsome vintage Commander Chair designed by Brazilian master Jorge Zalsuzpin. Features a rare gray color way with leather, fiberglass, and aluminum materials.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Metal
Jorge Zalszupin. Pair of armchairs "Cubo", c. 1960
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in PARIS, FR
Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020)
Pair of “Cubo” Armchairs, c. 1960
Wood and Donatelli fabric
Dimensions: 63 × 86 × 87 cm (24 4/5 × 33 43/50 × 34 1/4 in)
Designed in the 1960s, this pair ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Formica, Wood
Jorge Zalszupin. Sideboard "Componivel", c. 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in PARIS, FR
Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020)
“Componível” Sideboard, c. 1960
Solid freijó wood, freijó veneer, and metal
Dimensions: 70 × 200 × 40 cm (27 9/16 × 78 3/4 × 15 3/4 in)
Designed in the 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Metal
Jorge Zalszupin Rosewood foldable Desk, Brazilian Midcentury
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Writing desk designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his company, L'atelier. This piece is covered with rectangular pieces of marquetry wood, a creative resource developed by Zalszupin. The technique consists of gluing several pieces of rosewood leaves of different textures and shades on a furniture surface, which forms a beautiful wood patchwork. This feature allows large surfaces to be coated with a larger visual unit, making it easier to combine different furniture together. This writing desk is a dynamic piece, which can be used both in the corporate and domestic places, a characteristic very present in Zalszupin's production.
About his marquetry technique, Zalzszupin affirms:
"I thought about combining several patterns of rosewood, lighter, darker, with different types of veins, that is, creating a new pattern for all desks...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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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