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Lounge Chair 'Tonico' by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1965

Creator: Sergio Rodrigues
Offered by: Goldwood by Boris

Description
"Tonico" lounge chair and ottoman set, designed by Sergio Rodrigues around 1963, a remarkable piece of Brazilian modernist design. Crafted from stained freijó wood, the structure is robust yet elegant, perfectly complemented by fabric cushions and a luxurious natural leather headrest. The Tonico chair was created during the same period as the Chifruda armchair and shares design elements with the iconic "Poltrona Mole". Sergio envisioned this chair as a piece that would be widely accessible, suitable even for student housing. The goal was not only to meet the needs of people with few financial possibilities, but also to provide the utmost simplicity and comfort through its design. He named the chair after his brother-in-law, Tonico, who fell in love with its style. He wasn't someone with extravagant tastes, yet when he sat in the chair, he said, 'I don't need anything else, this is perfect.' He saw beauty and quality in its comfort and simplicity. Today, the Tonico chair, especially as a complete set with its matching ottoman, is a rare and sought-after piece, representing the essence of Brazilian modernist design.

Sergio Rodrigues (September 22, 1927 – September 1, 2014) was a visionary Brazilian architect and designer who, alongside Joaquim Tenreiro and José Zanine Caldas, revolutionised Brazilian design by transforming it into a globally recognised industrial art form. His career peaked in the 1950s and 1960s during the modernist movement, where he masterfully integrated the Brazilian identity into his furniture.

Dimensions
Chair: W 100 cm, D 80 cm, H 96 cm, SH 39.5 cm
Ottoman: W 76 cm, D 46 cm, H 42 cm, SH 39.5 cm

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Brazil
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Fabric,Leather,Wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Brazilian Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	748410

Dimensions

W.	39.38 in;	H.	37.8 in;	D.	31.5 in;
W.	100.03 cm;	H.	96.01 cm;	D.	80.01 cm;

Seat H.	15.56 in;
Seat H.	39.52 cm;

Message from Seller:

Goldwood is an eclectic furniture and decoration boutique based in Antwerp, Belgium. Founded by Boris Devis, the store features a stunning collection of high-end 20th century items, offering an exciting mixture of luxurious and decorative pieces that range from classic designs by the likes of Tobia Scarpa and Wim Rietveld, to antique pieces by unknown designers.