Joaquim Tenreiro Credenza with Shelves

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Historical Design
1950
Imbuia Wood

Joaquim Tenreiro would design bespoke interiors for the upper classes of Brazilian society, with unique pieces intended for each space. This buffet with shelf is a one-of-a-kind and very rare piece, most certainly custom-made for a luxurious and modern interior. Demonstrating Tenreiro’s mastery of traditional woodworking techniques, the artist achieved a light yet large design that offers ample storage space.

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.