Armchair designed by Ángel Pazmiño, manufactured by Muebles de Estilo, Ecuador, 1960s

Description

Armchair designed by Ángel Pazmiño, manufactured by Muebles de Estilo, Ecuador, 1960s

This distinctive armchair was designed by Ángel I. Pazmiño for the Ecuadorian workshop Muebles de Estilo in the 1960s. It is one of the most recognisable examples of South American modernism, in which Scandinavian simplicity meets local craftsmanship and pre-Columbian motifs.

The frame was made from solid meranti wood. The seat and backrest were made from thick genuine leather, hand-embossed with geometric patterns inspired by Inca art and pre-Columbian cultures. Its distinctive folding mechanism makes the armchair not only visually striking, but also practical for everyday use.

The armchair is in original, good condition. It bears visible signs of age and use, including scratches and scuffs to the wooden elements and leather. The armrests and the horizontal stretcher beneath the seat are missing, but this does not affect its quality or usability.

Although its form is understated, the armchair offers an exceptionally comfortable position for relaxation. The supple leather naturally conforms to the user over time, while the slightly reclined backrest and wide armrests provide comfort when reading or relaxing. It is a piece that works equally well in a modern interior or in a space furnished in a vintage style, becoming a strong yet unobtrusive accent in the arrangement.

Ángel I. Pazmiño was one of the most important furniture designers in the history of Ecuador. He created furniture that combined modernist design with local craftsmanship and motifs inspired by pre-Columbian cultures. His designs gained recognition far beyond South America and today rank among the most sought-after examples of 20th-century Latin American design.

Muebles de Estilo was an Ecuadorian workshop specialising in the production of high-quality furniture made from solid wood and genuine leather. In the 1960s and 1970s, the company collaborated with Ángel Pazmiño, creating collections that combined European influences with South American craftsmanship. This collaboration resulted in some of the most distinctive pieces exported from Ecuador during the modernist period.

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