Jorge Zalszupin Sideboards
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
Sideboard in Patchwork Venneer, by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
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Located in Sao Paulo, SP
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Jorge Zalszupin Componivel Sideboard 200 L'Atelier, 1959
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L'Atelier Rosewood Credenza by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Midcentury, 1960s
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Jorge Zalszupin Componivel Sideboard 185 L'atelier, 1959
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Unilabor Rosewood Credenza by Geraldo de Barros, Brazilian Midcentury, c. 1954
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Located in Hellouw, NL
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Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood Patchwork Credenza, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1960s
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Jorge Zalszupin Unique Sideboard L'atelier, 1960
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Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning and unique made sideboard designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own comany L'Atelier, Brazil 1960. This is a unique sideboard designed especially for a customer’s holiday home in Biarritz, France 1960. This sideboard is comparable to the modular system designed by Zalszupin in 1959. The difference is that this sideboard has much more elegant round legs on the corners and doors and is partly covered with leather. This was also seen at the modular system sometimes at the doors or panels. It has 3 drawers in the middle and on the left and right of that there are the leather covered folding doors. The sideboard is in fully original condition and the leather has a nice patina from age and usage. This comes from an interior with several pieces by Zalszupin which were imported from Brazil in the early 1960s. All the features this sideboard shows were also used by Zalszupin in other designs, the leather handles in his desks, the legs with the Jockey chairs...
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Jorge Zalszupin was born in Warsaw, Poland, in 1922. He graduated as an architect in Romania in 1945. His importance for Brazilian design has been articulated in several publications so far. In addition to being the owner of the l'Atelier furniture factory of modern furniture, Zalszupin led a unique initiative: he coordinated a team of designers working for four different factories in the same business group, the Forsa Group.
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This piece is stunning! Designed by the renowned Brazilian furniture designer, Jorge Zalszupin for renowned Brazilian furniture manufacturer JD Móveis e Decorações, this credenza / sideboard demands attention. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exceptional piece showcases the timeless beauty of book-matched jacaranda rosewood, perfectly harmonizing functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Jorge Zalszupin, a highly recognized figure in the realm of Brazilian design, possesses a rich history in the world of furniture craftsmanship. Born in Warsaw, Poland, in 1922, Zalszupin immigrated to Brazil in the 1950s and soon became an influential force in the country's burgeoning design scene. Drawing inspiration from the organic forms found in nature and influenced by the modernist movement pioneered by architectural maestro Oscar Niemeyer, Zalszupin forged a unique design language that blended elegance, functionality, and a deep appreciation for Brazilian materials.
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The sideboard's sleigh legs not only lend a touch of sophistication but also pay homage to other renowned Brazilian designers. Percival Lafer, an esteemed name in Brazilian furniture design, was celebrated for his innovative use of materials and unique seating designs, which often featured distinctive leg styles. Sergio Rodriguez, a Uruguayan-born architect and designer who found success in Brazil, was known for his sculptural furniture creations, while Joaquim Tenreiro, a master craftsman, brought a refined simplicity to his designs that blended traditional craftsmanship with modern sensibilities.
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Jorge Zalszupin sideboards for sale on 1stDibs.
Jorge Zalszupin sideboards 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 sideboards, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sideboards by Jorge Zalszupin were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sideboards by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, and Giuseppe Scapinelli. Prices for Jorge Zalszupin sideboards can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $14,476 and can go as high as $45,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $26,517.
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