Joaquim Tenreiro abstract modern painting Brazil 1972

Joaquim Tenreiro

Brazil, 1906 – 1992
Designer, artist

A beautiful abstract painting by furniture designer and artist; Joaquim Tenreiro. Made in his own atelier in Rio de Janeiro in 1972. Tenreiro was mainly known as a furniture designer, what many people don’t know is that he was also a very talented artist. He already painted since the 1950s. At a later stage of his carer he made more art and even combined his furniture making knowledge with his art, making beautiful graphic wooden artworks. This painting from 1972 was made shortly after he was active as a furniture designer, focussing more on his art. A beautiful example of abstract shapes and finding new colours, makes this painting a very attractive piece. The colours a very unusual and remind a bit of some works by Jean Arp. The painting is in fully original condition as how this was found, could be cleaned upon request by a professional. The frame is original too and the painting was signed in the right lower corner and at the back; TENREIRO 72. A truly rare and beautiful original piece of art by Tenreiro which is very hard to come by if you compare it with a piece of furniture he designed. A true collector’s piece, and an amazing one we might add.