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Tijuca Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Jean Gillon, Brazil Circa 1960

About the Item

The Brazilian Jangada Chair with ottoman, designed by Jean Gillon, embodies the essence of comfort and sophistication with a distinct touch of Brazilian craftsmanship. Inspired by the traditional fishing boats of northeastern Brazil, known as "jangadas," Gillon's design seamlessly blends form and function, paying homage to the country's rich cultural heritage. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the chair features a sturdy Brazilian hard wood frame, reminiscent of the robust construction of the jangadas, ensuring both durability and elegance. The frame's sleek lines and curved accents echo the fluidity of ocean waves, creating a sense of movement and harmony. The chair's plush cushions, upholstered in luxurious Brazilian leather, invite you to sink into relaxation, providing unparalleled comfort and support. The ergonomic design cradles the body, allowing you to unwind in style after a long day. Complimenting the chair is the matching ottoman, offering the perfect spot to elevate your feet and indulge in moments of sheer relaxation. Like its counterpart, the ottoman boasts the same exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail, completing the ensemble. Whether placed in a contemporary living room, a cozy reading nook, or a sun-drenched terrace overlooking the ocean, the Brazilian Jangada Chair with Ottoman by Jean Gillon is sure to become the focal point of any space, inviting you to experience the ultimate in comfort and luxury with a touch of Brazilian flair. We have a matching chair and sofa in separate listings. Dimensions: 43L x 36 D x 32 H Seat Height 12 Ottoman: 27.5 L x 17.25 D x 16.5 H About the Designer: JEAN GILLON (1919-2007) was a Brazilian furniture designer and artist. Jean Gillon was born in Romania and studied at the Faculty of Architecture and Fine Arts of the National University in 1956. He went to Brazil and founded 1958 Wood Art, a furniture company, which produced household items and furniture. In addition to interior design and industrial design, Gillon also dealt with designing plastics. Gillon was a successful businessman, his company exports were temporarily in 22 different countries delivered Jean Gillon died in 2007 at the age of 87 years. He participated in 24 international exhibitions and was loved and highly awarded in Brazil. His designs are still prized and sought after. His works can be found today in museums, hotels, collections and other institutions. His most famous chair is the Jangada chair named after the finishing boats in Brazil.

Creator:

Jean Gillon (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 43 in (109.22 cm)Seat Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Hardwood,Leather,Rope

Place of Origin:

Brazil

Period:

1950-1959

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1950's

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

San Diego, CA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU6417239143402

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Jean Gillon

Although he was Romanian by birth, architect and designer Jean Gillon’s heart and soul belonged to his adopted country of Brazil. The country’s culture and revered architecture served as a muse for his mid-century furniture designs. Today Gillon ranks among the most interesting figures in Brazilian modernism, which is characterized by sensual forms and beautifully handcrafted chairs, tables and cabinets built from exotic hardwoods.

Gillon was born in Iasi and graduated from the city’s George Enescu National University of the Arts. He then moved to Paris, where he studied tapestry, worked at the newspaper Le Monde as a cartoonist and moonlighted as a set designer for the Paris Opera Ballet. He eventually left Paris for Vienna, where he studied architecture at the School of Industrial Arts, known today as the University of Applied Arts. In the early 1950s, Gillon was a visiting lecturer at London’s Central School of Arts and Crafts.

In 1956, Gillon moved with his wife and two daughters to São Paulo, where he developed a passion for Brazilian architecture, namely the work of modernists such as celebrated architect Lina Bo Bardi and designer José Zanine Caldas. Gillon took on interior decorating projects and formed the Fábrica de Móveis Cidam, which later became Italma Wood Art, in order to design furniture for his clients. Gillon’s furnishings, produced at Italma and also in collaboration with manufacturers such as Probel, were immensely popular and could be found in the planned capital city of Brasilia, a project launched in 1956 by Oscar Niemeyer.

Gillon designed everything from bowls and baskets to centerpieces, tables and other objects and furniture. However, he was best known for his lounge chairs and sofas, including his iconic Jangada chair. Named for the Portuguese word for traditional Brazilian fishing boats, the award-winning Jangada was framed in jacaranda in the late 1960s. The welcoming seat of Gillon’s visually striking trapezoidal lounge chair features plush leather cushions that are supported by nylon fishing rope.

Gillon continued to produce furniture for Italma Wood Art until he retired in 2003. He died in 2007, and today Gillon’s pieces remain highly covetable among interior designers and collectors of modern furniture.

On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage Jean Gillon seating, decorative objects and serveware.