Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 8
José Zanine Caldas Bench
$82,109.55
£61,100.75
€70,000
CA$112,196.54
A$126,483.35
CHF 67,040.07
MX$1,559,350.56
NOK 814,955.33
SEK 783,301.77
DKK 532,522.13
Shipping
Retrieving quote...The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation
About the Item
Designed by José Zanine Caldas in the 1950s, this solid bench features simple, elegant lines that seamlessly blend modern design with traditional craftsmanship.
Sculpted from a single piece of wood, this piece is part of Zanine Caldas’ Móveis Denúncia, or “protest furniture”—a series of works created in response to the deforestation of the forests surrounding his native Brazil.
The seat and back are hand-carved from one continuous slab of wood, which appears to float atop its cross-shaped legs. Its elegant design, combined with the profound environmental message it conveys, makes this bench more than just a piece of furniture—it becomes a symbol of connection, both between people and the natural world.
- Creator:José Zanine Caldas (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 32.68 in (83 cm)Width: 29.53 in (75 cm)Depth: 66.15 in (168 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Ghent, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10230245502072
About the Seller
New to 1stDibs
Joined in the past six months.
No Reviews Yet
Vetted Professional Seller
Every seller passes strict standards for authenticity and reliability
1stDibs seller since 2025
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Gent, Belgium
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllJosé Zanine Caldas Namoradeira Rocker Chair
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Ghent, BE
Designed by José Zanine Caldas in the 1950s, the iconic Namoradeira features simple, elegant lines that seamlessly blend modern design with traditional craftsmanship.
Sculpted from...
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wood
Dom Hans van der Laan Oak High Back Bench
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Ghent, BE
Unique High-Back Oak Bench by Dom Hans van der Laan
Commissioned for the Willibrordkerk (St. Willibrord’s Church), Almelo
The Netherlands, c. 1960s
This exceptional high-back bench,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
Late 18th Century Catalan High Back Bench from the Pyrenees
Located in Ghent, BE
A large late 18th C. Catalan bench from the Pyrenees.
Beautiful old dark patina and texture from years of use.
Solid construction made out of large planks.
Category
Antique 18th Century Spanish Benches
Materials
Pine
Pierre Jeanneret Committee Chair Model No. PJ-SI-30-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Ghent, BE
Originally designed in the 1950s for the civic buildings of Chandigarh, India’s first planned city, the Committee Chair by Pierre Jeanneret is a modernist icon that balances architec...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Jules Wabbes
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Ghent, BE
This refined and poised desk-table, designed by Belgian architect and furniture designer Jules Wabbes, is crafted from solid padauk wood slats and rests on adjustable disc-shaped fee...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Padouk
$91,200
Gerrit Rietveld Unique Secretarie Desk
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Ghent, BE
Gerrit Rietveld (1888–1964)
Vitrine Secretary Cabinet – Unique Piece
Lacquered metal, glass, and lacquered wood
Executed by Gerard A. van de Groenekan
Design circa 1940
This excepti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
You May Also Like
Sculptural bench by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in London, England
Sculptural bench by Jose Zanine Caldas made in Pequi wood.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Price Upon Request
Rare bench attributed to Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Really nice bench attributed to Zanine Caldas, in massive pegui wood and skin.
Gorgeous pièce of the brasilian design and the handwork of the designers of this country.
Category
Vintage 1960s South American Brutalist Benches
Materials
Animal Skin, Wood
Jose Zanine Caldas Armchair
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Brazilian hardwood armchair by José Zanine Caldas with paddle arms and his signature angular lines.
The wood has been refinished and is in excellent condition. The upholstery is i...
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Stools by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in London, England
Rare stools by Jose Zanine Caldas
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather
Price Upon Request
Armchair by José Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of armchairs, 1954
Lacquered wood, fabric upholstery
66 x 64 x 78h cm 26 x 25.19 x 30.7h in
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of José Zanine Caldas Zeca Armchairs
By José Zanine Caldas, Mòveis Artisticos Z
Located in Madrid, ES
The "Zeca" chair was created in the early 1960s by a Brazilian designer José Zanine Caldas (1918-2001) for Móveis Artísticos Z, a factory he founded in São José dos Campos in 1948. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Hardwood, Plywood
$44,573 / set