Joaquim Tenreiro Credenza

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Historical Design
1959-1965
Imbuia Wood, Pau Marfim Wood

This exceptional buffet was made between 1959 and 1965 for a commission and is a very rare piece.

The long sideboard of almost four meters long opens with eight doors showcasing a diamond-shaped decor. The interior of the cabinet is made of Pau Marfim, a rare light wood with a fine and delicate texture. The external part of the cabinet, and in particular the diamond-shaped pattern, is made of rosewood. The attention to detail and the quality of the finishes reveal Tenreiro's mastery of wood. His work was of the highest quality and aimed at a demanding clientele.

Artist Biography

Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) is often referred to as the father of Brazilian modernism. The furniture designer was born in Portugal and moved to Rio de Janeiro in the late 1920s. In 1941, he received a commission to create furniture for a home designed by Oscar Niemeyer for the writer Francisco Inácio Peixoto. He designed modern furniture that fit the Brazilian style of life, often using native woods. He continued designing furniture until the late 1960s, when he then devoted himself to painting and sculpture.