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Mid-Century Modern Mucki Bench in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, c. 1960

Creator: Sergio Rodrigues
Offered by: Found Collectibles

Description
The Mucki bench, designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1958 and manufactured by Oca, is a versatile and stunning piece suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.

Featuring a low rectangular base with latitudinally positioned slats, the Mucki bench boasts a simple yet elegant design. The inclusion of delicately placed small wood buttons adds a charming touch to this eye-catching piece. Crafted from solid Rosewood, the bench showcases beautiful natural tones and veins, highlighting Rodrigues' artistic vision.
Sergio Rodrigues was a Brazilian furniture designer and architect. Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1927, he studied architecture and worked in various design fields before founding his own furniture company in the 1950s.

Rodrigues was known for using traditional Brazilian materials like wood and leather in his furniture designs, which gave his pieces a distinctly Brazilian aesthetic. He also drew inspiration from Brazilian culture and history, incorporating elements like the curving lines of Brazilian architecture and the colors and patterns of indigenous art. Additionally, he often looked to the natural beauty of Brazil for inspiration, using organic shapes and textures in his designs. Overall, Rodrigues's work reflected his deep appreciation for his country's rich cultural heritage and unique artistic traditions.

Some of his most famous pieces include the Mole and the Oscar armchairs. Rodrigues's work helped to establish Brazilian modernism as a prominent design movement, and he continued to create innovative furniture designs throughout his career. He passed away in 2014 at the age of 86.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Brazil
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Hardwood,Hand-Painted,Woodwork
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Good. The wood has only been refinished. Besides minor marks of use in the legs the piece is in good condition.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	680424

Dimensions

W.	118 in;	H.	12 in;	D.	11.8 in;
W.	299.72 cm;	H.	30.48 cm;	D.	29.97 cm;

Message from Seller:

Found Collectibles is a furniture and décor gallery located in 225 West 36th Street, Suite 503 in New York City, dedicated to sourcing unique yet timeless collections from across the globe. Each collection tells a story particular to its time and place in history. Specializing in expert craftsmanship, we only feature small-batch, high-quality designs. Contact us: Mobile: +1 954 294 3099, Landline: +1 646 649 4260