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Unilabor Rosewood Credenza by Geraldo de Barros, Brazilian Midcentury, c. 1954

About the Item

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 related to Concrete Art. Its structure is made of Rosewood with three storage compartments and drawers covered with Formica, a new decorative solution developed by the industry in the period. The handlers are made of brass, adding charming details to the design. The system used was part of the industrial constructive reasoning, and the brand language was common to other factories of the time, with straight lines, sobriety, and functionality. Aesthetics innovated in the combination of materials, putting together the traditional Rosewood (with a stunning natural pattern of tones and veins) and the new materials of industry, resulting in a very clean composition. This credenza is in very good vintage condition. Wood restoration by our Workshop ois included as a courtesy.
  • Creator:
    Unilabor (Manufacturer),Jorge Zalszupin (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.56 in (39.5 cm)Width: 81.3 in (206.5 cm)Depth: 30.32 in (77 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1954
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This credenza is in very good vintage condition. Wood restoration by our Workshop ois included as a courtesy.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BO.GDB.007-0011stDibs: LU3979131557692

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