Celina Decorações
Rosewood and Formica
H 64.3 cm x W 75.5 cm x D 43 cm
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Produced in the 1960s by Celina Decorações, this bar cabinet has simple, functional features. Built on two legs of solid rosewood attached to the side of the main box, the cabinet is made of plywood, with rosewood veneers on the outside. The inside is covered in red Formica and has a “U” shaped glass shelf on which objects can be placed. Its hinges are minimalist and well-detailed, contributing to its design.
Founded in 1938 in Rio de Janeiro, Celina Decorações became a cornerstone of Brazilian modernist furniture design under Munis Zilberberg’s leadership. The company gained national prominence by blending industrial production with artisanal craftsmanship. Zilberberg’s innovative contributions to A Cigarra magazine elevated Celina’s influence, using the platform to offer interior design advice and showcase aspirational settings. This approach democratized modern aesthetics while cementing Celina Decorações’ role as a trailblazer in Brazilian design culture.
The bar cabinet has been fully restored and is in great condition.