About Diletante42
The beginning of our work dates back to 2004 and the most traditional street of antiques in downtonw Rio de Janeiro. In a townhouse on Rua do Lavradio, the constant trajectory of movement, learning and commitment to the memory of Brazilian identity through its furniture and objects began. The inclination and dedication to the “modernist” period happened naturally due to the personal taste of the person responsible for Diletante Flavio Santoro. Since 2014 we have our photographic studio and warehouse located in the secular neighborhood of São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro. ...Read More
Featured Pieces
Rare "MP - 141" Modular Set With Ottoman and Coffee Table by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in São Paulo, SP
Crafted by the renowned Brazilian designer Percival Lafer, this exceptional, rare, and captivating sofa stands as a testament to rarity and beauty. Its modular design boasts a remarkable feature: retractable arm supports that seamlessly integrate functionality with aesthetics. Through a simple lowering mechanism, the arms elegantly vanish, enabling the individual modules to harmoniously align. Conversely, by elevating the arms situated at the end modules, the ensemble transforms, exuding the classic charm of a traditional sofa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 7 Itamaraty Dining Chairs in Original Condition By Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in São Paulo, SP
In 1959, Jorge Zalszupin conceived a piece, for L'atelier that encapsulates comfort and elegance. Crafted with a wood foundation, this creation boasts a graceful leather back and sea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Sofa Parati, Circa 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
Solid jacarandá square frame, plywood sides and back.
Upholstery is not new. Overall condition is really good.
Very elegant, modern, minimalist and comfortable.
Literature: Soraia Cals, Sérgio Rodrigues, ed. Icatu, 2000
Aric Chen, Brazilian Modern, ed. The Monacelli Press, 2016.
Sergio Roberto Santos...
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Pair of Moleca Armchair, Circa 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
Pair of Moleca armchair made in jacaranda and leather.
Both wood and leather have beautiful time patina. The leather condition is very good. The wo...
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Mucki Bench in Jacaranda, Circa 1958
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
Mucki Bench in solid jacarandá. Very good overall condition. Time patina as supposed.
One of the first pieces designed by Sergio Rodrigues, "the father o...
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin Paulistana Lounge Chair with original Ottoman
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in São Paulo, SP
Paulistana Armchair with ottoman in jacaranda. Original leather upholstery. Original screws, original jacaranda buttons, original metal parts.
We...
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Jorge Zalszupin Brasiliana Sofa, circa 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in São Paulo, SP
Brasiliana sofá by Jorge Zalszupin in jacarandá. Wood shows time patina as supposed. Amazing condition. The upholstery was generic made, can be redone ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin 720 armchairs in jacaranda Circa 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in São Paulo, SP
Amazing set of Jorge Zalszupin "720" armchair in beautiful jacaranda. Original leather upholstery in great condition. Both wood and leather show time patina. All screws and parts are...
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Bar Cart in Jacarandá
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
Bar cart in jacaranda and formica with two removable trays. All originals parts, including the wheels. Everything in excelente condition. The pice has the time patina as supposed.
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Formica, Rosewood
Eleh Side Table / Bench by Sérgio Rodrigues, Circa 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
Originally designed for Bloch Company in 1965 this exquisite bench, that also play as a side board has time patina waiting for the customers definition on how the restoration work should be done.
Hardwood veneer rectangular box with shaped corners, solid hardwood legs, chrome-plated brass trim.
The pice is made in jacarandá wood.
Literature: Soraia Cals, Sérgio Rodrigues, ed. Icatu, 2000
Aric Chen, Brazilian Modern, ed. The Monacelli Press, 2016.
Sergio Roberto Santos...
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
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