Works
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Bar in painted wood with formica top and two barstools with upholstered cushions and wrought iron frames. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, early 1950s.
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In addition to his mastery of hardwoods, Tenreiro also experimented with other materials, as in this bar with a Formica top (which began to be produced in Brazil in 1950), that he paired with wrought iron stools. These pieces were one-offs made for private commissions for the carioca population, as the people from Rio are called. -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1947
Set of four (4) upholstered "Structural" chairs in rosewood. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1947.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, c. 1949
Large rectangular dining table in jacaranda with under-painted yellow ochre glass top. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1949.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Four seat sofa in deep red upholstery.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1948
Dining table in jacaranda with red laminate and inset glass top.
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Tenreiro furnished houses designed by Oscar Niemeyer, Lucio Costa, Sérgio Bernardes, Francisco Bolonha, and others. That put him in direct dialogue with these modern architects and complemented what MoMA had called "some of the finest modern architecture not only in this Hemisphere but in the world." -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, c. 1950
Large credenza in jacaranda wood with four drawers. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, c. 1950.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1948
Side chair in pau marfim (ivory wood) with undulating armrests (set of 4 chairs available).
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Upholstered chaise in mahogany with wrought iron frame. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil, circa 1950. Reupholstered by Jouffre with bespoke "Sampot" fabric designed by Chapas Textiles.
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This chaise in mahogany and wrought iron was designed for a private commission in Copacabana in the 1950s and includes a magazine holder under the armrest. In 2019, R & Company asked Jouffre to reupholster this unique piece with bespoke "Sampot" fabric designed by Chapas Textiles. -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Rectangular dining table with glass top. Designed and made by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Pair of upholstered side chairs with rosewood legs. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil, circa 1950. Reupholstered by Jouffre with bespoke "Cameroon" fabric designed by Chapas Textiles. (Seat: 16.5" H)
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Daybed with wood frame, painted metal legs, and upholstered cushions. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil, circa 1950. Reupholstered by Jouffre with bespoke "Artemis" fabric designed by Chapas Textiles.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1954
"Tree Trunk Bench" in vinhatico wood. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1954.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Set of four chairs with slatted seat in pau marfim (ivory wood).
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Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, c. 1940
Curved credenza in pau marfim (ivory wood). Early design by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, c. 1940.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1954
Chair in solid Brazilian hardwood with upholstered seat and back
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Dining table in pau marfim (ivory wood) with inset lattice relief in wood and a glass top. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1950.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Lounge chair upholstered in red. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Low Bedroom Chair in caviona with woven cane seat and back (pair available).
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Lounge chair with pale yellow leather upholstery, iron frame and Brazilian hardwood armrests.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Upholstered lounge chair with carved wooden legs. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil, circa 1950. Reupholstered by Jouffre with bespoke "Alexandria" fabric designed by Chapas Textiles.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
Single chair in jacaranda with cane seat and curved spindle back. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Sofa with jacaranda frame and upholstered seat and back
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Pair of upholstered lounge chairs with turned hardwood legs.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Rectangular storage chest in rosewood with detailing on the front.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Credenza in jacaranda with four doors and four drawers.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1958
Rectangular coffee table in rosewood with white glass top.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
Pair of upholstered slipper chairs with pau marfim (ivory wood) legs.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Wall-mounted desk in jacaranda. Designed for a private commission in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Cabinet/ shelf unit in jacaranda.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Wall-mounted cabinet in formica. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1969
Console table in jacaranda with ochre-colored embossed leather drawers.
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Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for an estate in Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1969. -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1942
Set of nine "First Chairs" in rosewood with cane seat.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Dresser in pau amarello wood.
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Designed for a private commission in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Rectangular storage chest in jacaranda with detailing on the front.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Wall-mounted cabinet in pau amarello wood.
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Designed for a private commission in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1949
Soft-edged rectangular dining table in rosewood with black underpainted glass top and curved legs.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Tea cart in pau marfim and formica. Designed for a private commission in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
Rare set of nine (9) dining chairs in wood with caned seats and backrests. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1958
Six-sided table with new yellow underpainted glass top, ebonized rosewood frame and black iron legs. Original glass is white, new glass is yellow.
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This unusual table was created by Joaquim Tenreiro for a Rio apartment in 1958. The designer made few of these, and each had a unique geometry. Tenreiro furnished houses designed by Oscar Niemeyer, Lucio Costa, Sérgio Bernardes, Francisco Bolonha, and others, which put him in direct dialogue with these modern architects and complemented what MoMA called "some of the finest modern architecture not only in this Hemisphere but in the world." -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1942.
"Light" armchair with frame in solid, shaped jacarandá (rosewood) and upholstered seat and back in hand-loomed fabric by Tara Chapas.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s.
Mirror in jacaranda. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s.
High-backed "Light" armchair with upholstered seat and back and frame in rosewood.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1958
Rosewood dining table with round, glass top.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Designed for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
Dining table in ebonized caviona wood with white laminated top. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1965
Rectangular dining table in rosewood. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1965.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Barstool with seat in two bonded Brazilian hardwoods and frame in metal.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Stool in Bird's Eye Maple veneer with original upholstered cushion. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil, circa 1950.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1954
Bookshelf in rosewood with reverse-painted glass doors.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
Lounge chair in rosewood with upholstered cushions. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1960s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Set of twelve wall-mounted shelves in jacaranda. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Brasilia, Brazil, circa 1950s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
Set of nine dining chairs in rosewood with curved back and caned seats. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
Two-seat sofa with rosewood frame and upholstered cushions. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1960s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1942
"Light" armchair with frame in solid, shaped rosewood and upholstered seat and back. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1942
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
"Poltrona Baixas" lounge chair in ebonized wood with turned legs, slatted back rest, and leather cushions.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1947
Set of four (4) "Structural Chairs" with rosewood frames and beige upholstery. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1947.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
Dining table in rosewood. Designed and made by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1954
"Tree Trunk Bench" in rosewood vinhatico wood. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1954.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1955
Coffee table in jacaranda and glass. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1955.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1947
Cadeira de Três Pés (Three-legged chair) made with Rosewood, Imbuia, Ivorywood, Roxigno, and Amendoim, bonded laminated frame with solid lathed joints and legs. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1947.
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A feat of craftsmanship, Joaquim Tenreiro's three-legged chair bears the hallmarks of his modernist approach to form and strict material principles. The model was constructed in variants with two, three, four, and five different kinds of wood, which required a deep knowledge of craftsmanship and intimacy with the way different species behave
under varying environmental and technical circumstances. What differentiates Tenreiro from many of his contemporaries is that he was both a designer and a master craftsman. Because he was a designer, Tenreiro understood the history of the field. The shape of this chair references an art deco slipper chair, while the vertical lines going upward evoke such movement that one even thinks of streamlining. At the same time, the carving of the chair creates perfect ergonomics while also pushing materials to their limits, something only a true maker could achieve. -
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1955.
Rare coffee table in jacaranda with glass top. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1955.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, c. 1950
Set of six (6) dining chairs with cane seat and ladder-back frame in rosewood. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
Credenza in wood with decorative laminate doors and under-painted glass top. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1960s. 98.5" L x 19" W x 30.5" H
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1969
Armchair and ottoman in black leather. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1969.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1942
"Light" armchair with frame in solid, sculpted rosewood and beige upholstery. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1942. (arm 21" H)
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Wall-mounted shelf in formica. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1950s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
Pair of chairs in jacarandá (rosewood) with curved back and cane seat. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, ca. 1950
Set of five (5) stools in bonded, laminated hardwood and metal. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil, circa 1950.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
Pair of "Small Chairs" in solid caviona wood with curved cane back, round cane seat and turned legs. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Upholstered lounge chair with carved wooden legs. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil, circa 1950.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
Set of ten (10) dining chairs in ebonized wood and leather. Made and produced by Joaquim Tenreiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1960s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
Pair of upholstered lounge chairs with wood frame. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, ca. 1961
Set of three (3) barstools with seats in bonded Brazilian hardwoods (amendoim and imbui) and metal frame. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, c. 1961, for a private commission.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
Upholstered five-seat sofa. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Brasilia, Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
Upholstered lounge chair with carved wooden legs. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1969
Pair of "Loose Mantle Armchairs" in rosewood and leather. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1969.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, ca. 1954
Vanity stool in mahogany with upholstered seat cushion. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, ca. 1954.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
Set of eight (8) dining chairs in wood and leather. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
Octagonal coffee table in rosewood with marble top. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s. [An under-painted glass top is also available for this coffee table.]
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1970s
Teal carpet in wool and cotton. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Brasilia, Brazil, circa 1970s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
Joaquim Tenreiro. Bench with rosewood frame and upholstered seat cushion. Brazil.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
Set of nine (9) dining chairs with cane seat and ladder-back frame in rosewood. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s.
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Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950
Pair of "Sleepwalker's Arm Chairs" in pau marfim (ivory wood) with loose upholstered cushions. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950.
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