Vintage Mdoel Marquesa Bench

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By oscar niemeyer, 1974 oscar niemeyer, a key figure in modern architecture, launched the furniture line "on" in 1971 with … Read more By oscar niemeyer, 1974 oscar niemeyer, a key figure in modern architecture, launched the furniture line "on" in 1971 with his daughter anna maria niemeyer. This elegant bench, the marquesa, was designed in 1974 and features organic curves and sinuous lines. Made from lacquered black bent plywood, it features a striking linear silhouette with twirling armrests and handwoven cane seat. I provenance and authenticity i brazilian private collection i literature i "móvel moderno brasileiro", organized by alberto vicente e marcelo vasconcellos, published by olhares, .406 and p.410-411., "móvel brasileiro moderno", organized by marcelo vasconcellos e maria lúcia braga, published by aeroplano, p.72-73. I plywood and cane. 253 x 55 x 83 cm See less