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José Zanine Caldas — Moveis Denuncia Dining Table
José Zanine Caldas

Moveis Denuncia Dining Table

1979

This striking dining table exemplifies organic modernism through its sculptural approach to functional furniture design. The piece features a substantial tempered glass top supported by two dramatic wooden bases composed of stacked, irregularly shaped wooden blocks that evoke natural forms. Created in 1979, this work demonstrates the designer's commitment to environmental consciousness and the poetic potential of raw materials. The table merges art and utility, transforming salvaged or reclaimed wood into architectural sculptural elements. Its monumental scale and bold materiality make it a commanding presence in any dining space.

Medium
Wood, tempered glass
Dimensions

Notes

Lot 102 in EHC Essentials: Modern and Contemporary on Artsy (May 19, 2026).

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EHC Essentials: Modern and Contemporary

May 19, 2026

Lot 102

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José Zanine Caldas, Moveis Denuncia Dining Table, 1979

This striking dining table exemplifies organic modernism through its sculptural approach to functional furniture design. The piece features a substantial tempered glass top supported by two dramatic wooden bases composed of stacked, irregularly shaped wooden blocks that evoke natural forms. Created in 1979, this work demonstrates the designer's commitment to environmental consciousness and the poetic potential of raw materials. The table merges art and utility, transforming salvaged or reclaimed wood into architectural sculptural elements. Its monumental scale and bold materiality make it a commanding presence in any dining space.

Medium
Wood, tempered glass
Dimensions
72 x 234 x 98.5 cm
Year
1979
Seen at
EHC Fine Art Auction, Unknown

Related themes

Natural Materials, Brutalist Design, Functional Art, Avant Garde, Material Exploration, Contemporary Craft, Statement Furniture, Monumental Scale, Glass Top Table, Mixed Media, Reclaimed Wood, Wood Sculpture, Sculptural Furniture, Environmental Art, Postmodern Design, Brazilian Design, Architectural Furniture, Dining Furniture, Organic Modernism, Artisanal Woodworking, Design as Art