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Brazilian Modern Modular Shelving Unit by Ernesto Hauner, Brazil, 1960s
$20,000
£15,183.62
€17,504.24
CA$28,292.76
A$30,459.73
CHF 16,311.78
MX$367,028.91
NOK 205,809.44
SEK 188,348.88
DKK 130,798.68
About the Item
Designed in Brazil in the 1960s, this modular bookshelf by Ernesto Hauner exemplifies the disciplined elegance and material sophistication that define Brazilian mid-century modern design. Crafted in richly figured Brazilian rosewood, the piece balances architectural clarity with warmth, revealing Hauner’s refined approach to structure and function.
The vertical uprights establish a strong, almost totemic presence, while the cantilevered shelves introduce a sense of lightness and rhythm. Integrated storage—comprising a cabinet and a set of drawers—anchors the composition, seamlessly blending open display with concealed functionality. The sculptural drawer pulls and clean joinery reflect Hauner’s belief that utility and form should be resolved as one.
Born in Austria and trained in Europe, Hauner emigrated to Brazil in the postwar period, where he became a key contributor to the country’s modern design movement. Alongside his brother Carlo Hauner, he helped forge a distinctly Brazilian modernist language—merging European rationalism with local materials, artisanal craftsmanship, and an understanding of flexible, contemporary living.
As shown in the accompanying photographs, two matching modular bookshelves are available. They may be acquired individually or as a pair, offering flexibility while preserving the integrity of the original design concept. Each unit functions as a freestanding architectural element—equally suited as a display system, storage unit, or subtle room divider.
A manufacturer’s seal is preserved beneath the bottom module, attesting to the authenticity and origin of the piece.
Timeless, sculptural, and intellectually grounded, these bookshelves stand as compelling examples of Ernesto Hauner’s enduring legacy and of the golden age of Brazilian modernism.
- Creator:Ernesto Hauner (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 98 in (248.92 cm)Width: 39 in (99.06 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 182A1stDibs: LU7095248228882
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