Jorge Zalszupin Seating
Brazilian, Polish, 1922-2020
Just as emigrant Europeans — from Kem Weber and Paul Frankl to Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe — helped establish modernist design and architecture in the United States, so too did many of their peers foster the new design aesthetic in Brazil in the middle decades of the 20th century. Along with architect Lina Bo Bardi (from Italy) and Joaquim Tenreiro (from Portugal) — both of whom helped popularize Brazilian modern design and influenced today's generation of Brazilian designers — there was Jorge Zalszupin, who arrived from Poland in 1949 and created consistently sleek and elegant chairs, tables and case pieces using the South American country’s vibrantly grained tropical hardwoods.
Zalszupin was born in Warsaw (his given first name is Jerzy) and went on to study architecture at the École des Beaux Arts in Bucharest, Romania, graduating in 1945. Zalszupin moved to Paris but found few opportunities in the postwar City of Light. He was impressed by articles on the work of Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer that he saw in the André Bloc–edited magazine L’Architecture d’Aujourd’hui (Architecture Today). And after sailing to South America, Zalszupin went to work with his fellow Pole and architect Luciano Korngold in São Paulo. Zalszupin began designing furniture as part of his architectural commissions and created several pieces for Niemeyer for use in the new capital city, Brasília. He opened his own design and manufacturing firm, L’Atelier, in 1959.
While Zalszupin cannot be said to have had a signature style, his furniture designs all share a characteristic simplicity and purity of line and form. His work is often compared to that of Danish designers, most especially in their shared commitment to quality construction. He was a master of many materials: travertine marble for tabletops, slung leather for seating, man-made fabrics for upholstery and — his forte — highly figured woods such as jacaranda and rosewood. The latter plays prominently in two of Zalszupin’s best-known lounge chairs: the Brasiliana, with its austere, angular wood frame, and the Presidencial, with its curved seating shell and slatted backrest. Both chairs feature deep cushions and generous proportions in deference to the Brazilian proclivity for long and languid conversations. Yet both pieces — like all Zalszupin designs — possess a striking, tailored grace that would be perfect in any environment.
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Creator: Jorge Zalszupin
Set of 10 Del Rey Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Midcentury Design, Brazil, 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Upholstery, Faux Leather, Rosewood
Ouro Preto Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Leather, L
atelier, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin, L
Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Leather, Wood, Rosewood
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Atelier Commander Office Chair, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1972-1973
By Jorge Zalszupin, L
Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
Created by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and his design team, the Commander chair was designed to attend to the growing market for office furniture. The...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Aluminum
Pair of Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Fiberglass and Leather, 2 pairs available
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Fiberglass and Leather, 2 pairs available
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Leather, Fiberglass
Minimalist Daybed by Jorge Zalszupin for L’atelier, Brazil, 1959
2 Available
By Jorge Zalszupin, L
Atelier San Paulo
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful minimalist daybed in very good original condition. (Two available)
Designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the the 1950s.
Manufactured by L’atelier, Brazil (Marked)
The minimalis...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fabric, Wood, Jacaranda
Minimalist Daybed by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Antwerp, BE
This exceptional daybed from the 1960s, designed by renowned Polish-Brazilian architect and designer Jorge Zalszupin, is a testament to mid-century modern elegance. One of only two ever produced, this rare piece was crafted in 1963 as a personal gift for Zalszupin's sister, Ina Zalszupin, making it not just a striking design object but also a unique historical artifact. Crafted with a minimalist approach, it boasts a warm wooden frame with an inviting patina, supporting a high-quality off-white mattress.
Jorge Zalszupin (1922 - 2020) was a prominent figure in modern design, known for his architectural and artistic contributions. Born in Poland and later relocating to Brazil, he played a crucial role in the Brazilian modernist movement. Zalszupin co-founded L'Atelier, a renowned furniture design manufacturer, and collaborated with renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer to create furniture for Brazil's capital, Brasília. His mastery of materials like plywood and chromed metal resulted in sensually elegant pieces, making L'Atelier a significant player in the Brazilian furniture industry and leaving a lasting legacy in the world of design.
This daybed is one of only two ever produced by Jorge Zalszupin as a personal gift for his sister, Ina Zalszupin. Its exceptional rarity and authenticity are documented by a signed statement from Roberto Halfin, son of Ina Zalszupin, confirming that the two daybeds...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Wood
Brazilian Mid-Century Armchair in Yellow Leather by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Armchair in Yellow Leather by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s, is nothing less than gorge...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Steel
$8,000 Sale Price
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Brazilian Mid-Century Sofa in Wood and Leather, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Sofa in Wood and Leather, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s, is nothing less than gorgeous!...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Leather, Hardwood
$16,000 Sale Price
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Pair of “Cubo” Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
Part of the “Cubo” line, this beautiful pair has just been reupholstered in French Boucle.
Sold as set of 4.
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fabric
$54,628 / set
Brazilian Modern “Lobby” armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin in metal and leather, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
SImilar to Commander armchairs, the Lobby armchair was designed to address the growing demand of office furniture in Brazil in the early 70s. The structure of these armchairs is made in metal and the upholstery is new. Attached you’ll see the manufacture manual and product catalogs of the time.
This set is showcased in our showroom next to a small Joaquim Tenreiro coffee table...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Metal
$12,000 Sale Price / set
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Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood
Wool upholstery, Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Minimal, comfortable, and elegant, this sturdy armchair was designed by Jorge Zalszupin for the National Hotel of Rio de Janeiro in 1970. It features a Caviuna wooden frame and smoot...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Wool, Hardwood
$3,600 Sale Price
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Mid-Century Modern Manhattan Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Manhattan is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1960 and produced by his company, L'atelier. The piece is made of a wood structure entirely upholstered, with an organic shape achieved by the curvy lines of the single volume.
The work of Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) presented itself as one of the most versatile in the late 1950s and early 1960s. His designs are an example of a transition process from the artisanal production mode to serial industrial production.
L'atelier Móveis...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Upholstery, Faux Leather
Outdoors bench, attributed to Jorge Zalszupin. Brazil, 1960s.
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outdoors bench, probably designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by l’Atelier in 1960s, made of fiber glass and plastic. The bench is perfect for outdoor garden area, with two seats...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fabric, Fiberglass
Set of two Commander armchairs, Jorge Zalszupin for l’Atelier. Brazil, 1972.
By Jorge Zalszupin, L
Atelier San Paulo
Located in Barcelona, ES
“Commander” armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin for l’Atelier. Solid aluminum, plastic, fiberglass and new mustard color leather cushions. This Brazilian design icon was designed to...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Aluminum
Daybed in Tropical Hardwood and Iron, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Modern Design
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This exquisite platform bed, a creation of the renowned designer Jorge Zalszupin, seamlessly merges minimalistic elegance with functionality, encapsulating his signature style and se...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Iron
Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The 1950s proved to be politically and economically favorable to initiatives related to industrial production. The Polish naturalized Brazilian architect, Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020)...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Rosewood, Fabric
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Grey Velvet
Fiber by Jorge Zalszupin, 1973, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available now, the VIP sofa was conceived to attend Brazil’s growing market of office furniture in the seventies decade. The sofa fits two comfortably and consists of a fiberglass structure with smooth gray velvet.
Not only beautiful and well designed, this piece is also known for its comfort. The base has been refinished and the sofa has been re-upholstered in silky velvet.
This futuristic looking sofa effortlessly flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, modern, Danish modern or contemporary environment. This sofa is currently displayed in the gallery with two Ax chairs from Peter Hvidt and looks spectacular. The last two images are vintage publications showcasing the piece
Dimensions: H27.6, W63, D33.5 (in) H70, W160, D85 (in)
About Jorge Zalszupin a native of Warsaw, Poland, studied architecture at Bucharest’s Ecole des Beaux Arts. While working as an architect in Paris, he found inspiration in articles about Brazilians Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx and immigrated to Brazil.
His work as an architect created a demand for decoration and furniture proposals that suited the style of his projects and, for many years, Zalszupin designed and executed them for his clients. The demand was as great as the desire to grow and expand his business, and he then decided to found Atelier Móveis...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fiberglass, Velvet
$9,600 Sale Price
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Jorge Zalszupin Armchair
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Rare armchair design by Brazilian master Jorge Zalszupin.
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
Materials
Metal
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Blue Armchairs , Wood and Fabric, italy, 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of blue armchairs, Wood and Fabric,Italy, 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchair and Side table by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By L
Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous set, composed of a Cube armchair and coffee table, is a statement for itself. The Cube collection is a creation by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020), designed c. 1970, and it...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Modern "Oxford" Lounge Chair by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This is an outstanding lounge chair designed by Jorge Zalszupin during the Brazilian midcentury. The "Oxford" lounge chair is a great example of a design with perfect proportions. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
Materials
Steel
Presidencial Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Presidencial” sofa reflects Zalszupin’s mastery in merging refined Brazilian materials with a distinctly international modernist sensibility. Its sculptural shell, crafted from ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Metal
Pair of Manhattan Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare matching pair from Zalszupin’s celebrated Manhattan series, these sculptural armchairs embody the designer’s organic modernism. The enveloping form balances softness and struc...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Upholstery
Manhattan Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Manhattan” sofa is one of Zalszupin’s most sculptural and expressive creations, translating the modernist fascination with fluid form into an enveloping gesture of comfort. Its ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Upholstery
Jorge Zalszupin Senior chair set L’Atelier Brazil 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This rare and impressive set of ten “Senior” armchairs, designed by renowned Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin and crafted by L’Atelier in the 1960s, embodies the hallmarks of mid-c...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Metal, Chrome
Vintage Set of Six Senior Armhairs, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1950s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Jorge Zalszupin / Set of Six Senior Armchairs
Wood, Upholstery / Brazil, 1959
The Senior chair, designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1950s and produced by L’Atelier from 1959 to 1969,...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Upholstery, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Fixed "Commander" Armchair in Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This Commander Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin is a standout example of mid-century Brazilian design. Its sculptural metal frame features the designer’s signature fluid, cantilevered lin...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Metal
$6,800 Sale Price
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Brazilian Modern Swivel Chair in Black Leather, Jorge Zalszupin, 1973, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the late 1960s to meet Brazil’s rapidly expanding demand for modern corporate and executive furniture, the “Commander” armchair stands as one of the period’s most innovat...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Aluminum
$7,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Jorge Zalszupin. Suite of 4 "Marina" chairs. c. 1960. Wood, metal and fabric
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in PARIS, FR
Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020)
Suite of 4 "Marina" Chairs, c. 1960
This rare set of four “Marina” chairs by Jorge Zalszupin dates to circa 1960 and exemplifies the refined modernism of...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Metal
Brazilian Mid-Century Swivel Armchair in Leather
Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This authentic Jorge Zalszupin office armchair from the 1960s is an outstanding example of mid-century Brazilian design. Featuring Zalszupin’s signature sculptural lines, the chair i...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Metal
$4,400 Sale Price
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Mid-Century Modern Four Itamaraty Chairs By Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Itamaraty Dining Chairs were designed by Jorge Zalszupin in 1959 and produced by his company, L'atelier. The pieces are made of a very light, solid rosewood structure with...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Leather, Rosewood
Lobby Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin, L
atelier, MidCentury, Brazil, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin, L
Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
Restored
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Iron
Two 1960s "Poltrona Del Rey" Lounge Chairs In Jacaranda By Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
An extremely rare pair of original "Poltrona Del Rey" lounge chairs by Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin, made circa 1960.
This design is documented on page 100 of Maria Cecilia Lo...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Black Leather
Wood by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this very Brazilian Modern sofa in black leather, wood and Chrome designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the seventies is simply spectacular!...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Chrome
$20,000 Sale Price
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Jorge Zalszupin Lobby Chair
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Stylish metal frame and rivets makes for a unique lounge chair by Brazilian master Jorge Zalszupin.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Metal
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Jacarandá and Leather Stool, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Midcentury
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Originally born in Poland, Jorge Zalszupin built his entire career in Brazil, where he's absorbed many influences for his design, specially the care and attention for the treatment o...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Leather, Jacaranda
Side Table by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
Side Table/ Stool by Jorge Zalszupin
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Hardwood
Price Upon Request
"Commander" chair by Jorge Zalszupin in Rose Uniacke Velvet
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
"Commander" chair by Jorge Zalszupin upholstered in Rose Uniacke Cotton Velvet
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fabric
Price Upon Request
"Manhattan" Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
"Manhattan" Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fabric
Price Upon Request
Pair of "Manhattan" easy chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
Pair of "Manhattan" easy chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fabric
Price Upon Request
"Marina" chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
Set of "Marina" dining chairs upholstered in suede
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
Materials
Iron
Price Upon Request
"Manhattan" easy chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
Pair of "Cubo" easy chairs by Jorge Zalszupin reupholstered in off-white Boucle.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fabric
Price Upon Request
"Cubo" sofa by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
Two-seater "Cubo" easy chairs by Jorge Zalszupin reupholstered in off-white Boucle.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Fabric
Price Upon Request
"Presidencial" armchair by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
Rare "Presidencial" chair by Jorge Zalszupin created in 1959.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jorge Zalszupin Seating
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Hardwood, Fabric
Price Upon Request
Pair of Presidencial Armchairs
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, England
Iconic pair of presidencial armchairs designer by Zalszupin for L'Atelier
Provenance: Private collection in Sao Paulo - Brazil.
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jorge Zalszupin Seating
Materials
Steel
Price Upon Request
Jorge Zalszupin seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Jorge Zalszupin seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Jorge Zalszupin seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Jorge Zalszupin were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Percival Lafer, and Joaquim Tenreiro. Prices for Jorge Zalszupin seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,900 and can go as high as $71,550, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $20,647.
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