Mid-Century Modern Onda Wave Bench by Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern "Onda" (Wave) bench with magazine holder by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, circa 1960s

Designed by Zalszupin circa 1960s, the "Onda" bench showcases some of the main characteristics of the designer's work: great technical care in the use of various materials, and aesthetical elegance, combining Nordic and Brazilian influences. This design consists of a continuous surface in Brazilian Hardwood laminate which is curved and molded as a series of waves, defining three ergonomic seats and accentuating the wood's natural grain. Sustaining it there is a frame with four feet in chromed metal and by the bench's edge there is a draped leather magazine holder with two separated folders.


Literature:
"Móvel Brasileiro Moderno", Organized by Marcelo Vasconcellos and Maria Lúcia Braga, Published by Aeroplano, P.266
"Móvel Moderno Brasileiro", Organized by Alberto Vicente and Marcelo Vasconcellos, Published by Olhares, P.382
"Jorge Zalszupin", Organized by Maria Cecília Loschiavo dos Santos, Published by Olhares, P.178.