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
Dealer: Bossa Furniture
Mid-Century Modern Cube Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The 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 sculpted wood details or the...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood
Pair of Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin, L'atelier, MidCentury, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
This pair of armchairs had the wood completely restored and the upholstery redone.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Wood, Mohair
Commander Office Chair, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Midcentury, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
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 first model was developed betwe...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Aluminum
Iconic Brasiliana Sofa Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Brass, 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
Materials
Brass, Iron
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
Jorge Zalszupin Guanabara Rosewood Vintage Dining Table, 1959, Brazilian Design
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Guanabara is a table designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1959 and produced by his company, L'atelier. A long rosewood patchwork top rests over two concrete bases finished with black leather.
This patchwork solution is present in other pieces designed by Zalszupin. Modern design taught us to use the material rationally, using the design as a tool to void waste. Aesthetically, the patchwork explores the different tones of the Brazilian Rosewood beautifully, achieving a fantastic result.
At the time, the Guanabara table was presented as a dynamic piece that could be used in corporate spaces (as a meeting table...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Concrete
L'Atelier Commander Office Chair, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1972-1973
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
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
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
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 Cube Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The 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 sculpted wood details or the...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Faux Leather
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
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 Armchair and Side table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
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
Ouro Preto Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Leather, L'atelier, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
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
Me 508 Side Tables 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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Rosewood, Glass
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
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Rosewood
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 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' 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...
Category
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Concrete
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 L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Restored
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Iron
L'Atelier Commander Office Chair, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1972-1973
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
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...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
L'Atelier Bookcase in Brazilian Rosewood by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This Rosewood Bookcase, 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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Hardwood, Cork
Unilabor Rosewood Credenza by Geraldo de Barros, Brazilian Midcentury, c. 1954
By Jorge Zalszupin, Unilabor
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
Set of 10 Itamaraty Dining Chairs by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Itamaraty Dining Chairs were designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1959 and produced by his company, L'atelier. The pieces are made of solid Rosewood structure with upholstered seats and backrests. The rectangular design brings gorgeous touches, such as the upholstered seat laterals and the slightly reclined backrests.
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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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Upholstery, Fabric, Hardwood
Pair of Rosewood Nightstand Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Design
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
A drawer cabinet with three drawers and chrome handles designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his company, L'Atelier. The piece is entirely covered with rectangular pieces o...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
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Rosewood
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
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Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin 'Guanabara' Rosewood Vintage Dining Table, 1960s, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Guanabara 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...
Category
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of End Tables by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jorge Zalszupin, a pair of end tables, Rosewood, and leather. Brazil, circa the 1960s.
Pair of end tables made in Brazilian rosewood patchwork (Jacaranda), black leat...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Rosewood Nightstand Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Design
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The tables can also be used as nightstand piece.
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin Rosewood Vintage Office Desk
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Writing desk designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his company, L'Atelier. This piece has four drawers on each side. All the top is covered with rosewood veneer. The struct...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
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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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