Brazil,1950s. Manufactured by Fábrica de Móveis Giesse
Legs and base in caviuna, frame upholstered in fabric
S. Campos, Giuseppe Scapinelli 1950 : o Designer da Emocao, Éditions Artemobilia, 2015 p. 42; p.99, p. 105 ( for a similar but not identical specimen), A. Chen, Brazil Modern. The Rediscovery of twentieth- Century Brazilian Furniture. The Monacelli Press, 2016, p. 152 ( for a similar but not identical specimen)
Designed in Brazil in the 1950s, this vintage armchair by Giuseppe Scapinelli showcases the distinctive modernist sensibility of its time. The legs and base are crafted in caviuna, a tropical hardwood valued for its warm, rich tones, while the frame is upholstered in a warm satin fabric in copper tones, creating a harmonious balance between sculptural structure and comfort. The design reflects a thoughtful fusion of natural materials and refined craftsmanship, resulting in an object that is both elegant and evocative.
W 64 x D 84 x H 85 cm | W 25.2 x D 33.07 x H 33.46 in
