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Artworks
Branco & Preto
MF5 Armchair (2 units - pair), 1953| Original condition | New cushions | Bossa Fabrics |
Solid Rosewood, CaneH 31.66 in. x W 28.99 in. x D 27.76 in. | SH: 11.03 | AH: 21.15 in.
H 80.4 cm x W 73.5 cm x D 70.5 cm | SH: 28 cm | AH: 53.7 cm
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The MF5 armchair was designed in 1953 by Carlos Milan and Miguel Forte and produced by Branco & Preto, an architecture and design firm that opened in 1952 in São...The MF5 armchair was designed in 1953 by Carlos Milan and Miguel Forte 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. The iconic armchair has a structure in solid Rosewood with a natural plaited cane in the seat and backrest, and a loose cushion. The cushions used a custom fabric developed by the company, also sold as an independent product for curtains and other upholsteries. Bossa Fabrics developed a 100% Organic Silk fabric for upholstering this pair, following the same pattern and measurements as Branco & Preto. The company's designs play with the company's name – the literal translation is "black and white."
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 cushions following archival references. The wood remains in original condition. -
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