Branco & Preto
M1 Armchairs (2 units - pair), 1953
| Restored |
Solid Rosewood, Boucle fabric
Solid Rosewood, Boucle fabric
H 28.35 in. x W 23.63 in. x D 29.93 in. | SH: 17.25 in.
H 72 cm x W 60 cm x D 76 cm | SH: 43.8 cm
H 72 cm x W 60 cm x D 76 cm | SH: 43.8 cm
CO.BRP.004-001
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The M1 Armchair was designed in 1953 by Carlos Milan and produced by Branco & Preto, an architecture and design firm that opened in 1952 in São Paulo. Branco &...
The M1 Armchair was designed in 1953 by Carlos Milan and produced by Branco & Preto, an architecture and design firm that opened in 1952 in São Paulo.
Branco & Preto was one of Brazil's forerunners of interior architecture and modern furniture. This gorgeous armchair has a simple rectangular structure in solid Rosewood with comfortable upholstery composed of a seat and backrest in a single piece. These versatile pieces could be placed side-by-side as a two-seat piece, as appear in interior projects photos from the period.
The studio was managed by the architects Miguel Forte (1915-2002), Jacob Ruchti (1917-1974), Plínio Croce (1921-1984), Roberta Aflalo (1926-1992), Carlos Millan (1927-1964), and Chinese architect Chen Y Hwa. It operated for approximately ten years and marked the history of Brazilian design, becoming a reference for architects at the time – who visited the studio to learn about trends and discuss ideas.
This piece is in very good original condition. New upholstery following archival references. The wood remains in original condition.
Branco & Preto was one of Brazil's forerunners of interior architecture and modern furniture. This gorgeous armchair has a simple rectangular structure in solid Rosewood with comfortable upholstery composed of a seat and backrest in a single piece. These versatile pieces could be placed side-by-side as a two-seat piece, as appear in interior projects photos from the period.
The studio was managed by the architects Miguel Forte (1915-2002), Jacob Ruchti (1917-1974), Plínio Croce (1921-1984), Roberta Aflalo (1926-1992), Carlos Millan (1927-1964), and Chinese architect Chen Y Hwa. It operated for approximately ten years and marked the history of Brazilian design, becoming a reference for architects at the time – who visited the studio to learn about trends and discuss ideas.
This piece is in very good original condition. New upholstery following archival references. The wood remains in original condition.