Side Cabinet with Drawer in Rosewood, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1960s - Lot 143

Description Designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1960s, this compact side cabinet reflects the refined material sensibility and structural clarity that defined the designer’s contribution to Brazilian modernism. Zalszupin, founder of the influential L’Atelier workshop in São Paulo, was known for combining rigorous modernist geometry with luxurious materials, producing furniture that balanced architectural discipline with tactile richness. The cabinet is composed as a compact rectilinear volume supported by four solid legs that visually extend from the body of the piece. This integrated structure gives the cabinet a grounded presence while maintaining the restrained proportions characteristic of Zalszupin’s work. The single drawer sits discreetly within the frame, maintaining the object’s geometric clarity while providing functional storage. Subtle hardware and precise alignment of the elements reinforce the cabinet’s disciplined composition. Crafted from richly toned Brazilian rosewood, the piece emphasizes the wood’s depth of color and expressive grain. Both the exterior and interior surfaces are clad in leather, introducing a distinctive tactile contrast to the hardwood…