Jean Gillon
Solid Rosewood, Rosewood veneers
H 30 in. x W 86.62 in. (closed) x D 36.03 in.
H 76.2 cm x W 320 cm (opened) x D 91.5 cm
H 76.2 cm x W 220 cm (closed) x D 91.5 cm
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This fantastic dining table was designed in the 1960s by Jean Gillon (1919-2007), a Romanian-born architect, artist, and designer who landed in Brazil in 1956. The piece has a solid Rosewood structure, with a veneered top and extensions that comfortably accommodate six to ten seats.
Gillon created an extensive and varied production of furniture, drawings, paintings, sculptures, tapestries, costumes, and scenarios for theater. In 1961, he opened his own company to manufacture furniture, Cidam, a company that came to be called WoodArt. In addition to this brand, other Brazilian furniture companies like Italma and Probel produced projects signed by the architect. The Jangada armchair, designed by Gillon in 1968, is one of the most iconic pieces of Brazilian furniture.
The piece was recently restored and received new varnish protection on the top, making its rosewood grain even more gorgeous.