Pair of Brutalist chairs; Basque Country, 1950s.

Pair of Brutalist chairs; Basque Country, 1950s.
Carved wood.
Measurements: 75.5 x 26 x 54.5 (x2).
Pair of Brutalist chairs made of carved wood in Spain during the 1950s, notable for the expressive power of their design, in which the wood takes on a distinctly sculptural character and the solid, bold forms highlight the importance of craftsmanship.The richness of the carving and the solidity of their structure evoke the tradition of Basque artisans, historically linked to woodworking and a material culture based on functionality and respect for materials.
Brutalist furniture, developed primarily between the 1950s and 1970s, is characterized by a bold aesthetic that brings the material, the structure, and the traces of the manufacturing process to the forefront. Conceptually linked to architectural Brutalism, this design language champions structural honesty and the expressiveness of materials, moving away from superfluous ornamentation.