Presidential Lounge Chair

Mid-Century Presidential Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil , 1960

Jorge Zalszupin Presidential Armchairs Of Hardwood  rosewood And Suede

"Presidencial" Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier. Brazil 1960s.

The structure is in a plywood and jacaranda veneer, cushions on natural suede.

Feet and legs in chromium iron.

Designed by Polish-Brazilian architect and designer Jorge Zalszupin (1922 - 2022) for L'Atelier, circa 1960s. Constructed with Brazilian Jacaranda Rosewood Veneers in 

an unusual bentwood design, having a rosewood reinforced slat back above "U" form seat with chrome-plated steel legs and tubular feet.

Creator: Jorge Zalszupin (Designer)

Manufacturer：L’Atelier

Dimensions: Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 28.75 in (73 cm)Depth: 37.8 in (96 cm)

Style: Mid-Century Modern

Materials and Techniques: Leather,Plywood,Wood,Woodwork

Place of Origin: Brazil

Period: 1960-1969

Date of Manufacture: 1960

The iconic pair was designed in 1959 and is part of a series consisting of armchairs and a sofa. Made from molded Rosewood laminated wood, the wide armchairs offer a throne-like comfort, 

with a light and organic structure that accommodates voluminous cushions. Rare to find.