The magic of the end-of-year celebrations takes shape in the new window display at Galeria Passado Composto Século XX. With set design by Rodrigo Bueno, lights, textures and natural elements surround pieces that strike a balance between modern and classic. Highlights include the "Trumeau" piece of furniture in Riga pine, in the Swedish rococo style, c. 1790; exceptional 19th century Versailles-style chandeliers from Sweden and France, splendidly reflected in the modern rosewood mirror; and a Celina Decorações bench, c. 1960. Contemporary rock crystal sconces, created by Cida Santana, make up the precious lighting, with art deco and Murano pieces from the period. Among the standout pieces, the recent reissue of Jean Gillon Tijuca armchair reflects the timeless sophistication that permeates the curation of Passado Composto and Passado Composto Séc. XX collections. A tribute to the beauty of Brazilian design to celebrate special moments.
Discover our collection and visit the gallery later this year, before our vacations, starting on December 21st!
One of the missions of the Gallery is to rescue memory and value national historical design and tapestry and, therefore, is a precursor to holding exhibitions in honor of Brazilian masters, designers and modern artists.
Its exhibitions generate book publications through the Gallery by its own research and curation and by guest curators. The Gallery also produces short documentaries about its exhibitions and releases other short films and interviews related to its favorite designers and artists.
The traditional brand Passado Composto was founded in 1988 by antique dealer Cida Santana on Rua da Consolação, São Paulo, Brazil.
From the foundation until 2002, her daughter Maria das Graças S. Bueno was responsible for the international acquisition of antiques for the family business in Brazil. In 2002, Graça founded her second location on Alameda Lorena, in Jardins, São Paulo, Galeria Passado Composto Século XX, focusing on modern Brazilian furniture and artistic ta pestries from the 20th century.