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"Shell" Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler, 1950
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in PARIS, FR
A "Concha" lounge chair by Martin Eisler, produced by Forma Brazil, 1950.
The structure is made of
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 12 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
Rare set of 12 dining chairs designed by Martin Eisler for Forma Moveis.
Four chairs are made in
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Fabric
NEW Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler in Stock
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
walnut frame -
upholstered in Lars 02 -
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler
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2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
NEW Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler in Stock
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
walnut frame -
upholstered in Lars 02 -
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler
Category
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Modernist Lounge Chairs, by Martin Eisler, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This pair of lounge chairs designed by Martin Eisler showcase the mid-century modern Brazilian
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 31.5 in W 29.14 in D 29.14 in
Costela Lounge chairs by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1950s
By Forma, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Lasne, BE
2 Costela lounge chairs in wood, metal legs and curly fabric cushions by Martin Eisler and Carlo
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Set of 10 Dining Chairs by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner for Forma
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in New York, NY
to underside of one chair. **Price shown is for the set of 10.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Wood
Set of 10 Martin Eisler Dining Chairs
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
Extremely rare set of dining chairs by Martin Eisler.
Provenance: private collection in Rio de
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
'Concha' Lounge Chair, by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "Concha" armchair, designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, is a hallmark of mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 27.96 in W 25.99 in D 31.89 in
Set of Four Rare Dining Chairs by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner for Forma
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brazil, circa 1956, delicately carved hardwood frame with hand caned seat. Remnant early Forma Moveis S/A label and Brazilian import stickers to underside.
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bubinga
Mid Century Modern Iron & Wood Lounge Chairs by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Port Jervis, NY
by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler c1965 from Brazil. Suitable for indoors as well, as the rubber tips
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 28.75 in W 23.75 in D 23.5 in
Martin Eisler Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Martin Eisler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Eisler, lounge chair, iron, leather, Brazil, 1950s
Elegant and modern lounge chair by
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair Designed by Martin Eisler
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Tacchini Costela Chair with Ottoman in Green Bryony Fabric by Martin Eisler
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 32.68 in W 29.14 in D 31.5 in
Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Midcentury Brazilian Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
and furniture production in series, founded by Carlo Hauner, who soon joined with Martin Eisler and
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 34.26 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Reversible Chair
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
to be one of the most emblematic armchairs of Brazilian modern design. Martin Eisler designed this
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1950
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in San Francisco, CA
An original 'Concha' (shell) lounge chair designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler and
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
and furniture production in series, founded by Carlo Hauner, who soon joined with Martin Eisler and
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Straw, Rosewood
Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1950
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning and comfortable ‘Concha’ (shell) lounge chair designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Reversível Chair, Brazil, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
One of the most iconic chairs in Brazilian midcentury designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Rare Chairs with Armrests by Martin Eisler, circa 1955 Midcentury Brazil
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Designed in 1955 by Martin Eisler for "Forma," the rare chai with armrests is made of Jatobá wood
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 34.26 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner Costela Armchairs
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
and Martin Eisler for Forma, Brazil. Excellent condition, teak wood. The name ‘Costela’ which
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Jacaranda
Brazilian Modern Chair in Cane & Iron by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1955
By Forma Brazil, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This Brazilian modern chair was designed by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler in 1955. The frame is made
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
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H 31.5 in W 26.8 in D 23.6 in
Mid-century Lounge Chair with ottoman by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Martin Eisler shines through in the lounge chair and ottoman set that exemplifies the Brazilian
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Hardwood
H 33.08 in W 29.14 in D 31.11 in
Italian Midcentury Chairs Attributed to Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1960s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Roma, IT
Martin Eisler.
These Vintage chairs were made in Italy by "Forma" during the 1960s in solid teak wood
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 32.29 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Pair Of Costela Lounge Chairs By Carlo Hauner And Martin Eisler, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
The beautiful 'Costela' lounge chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler are one of the icons of
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.53 in W 33.47 in D 28.35 in
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil - 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Berlin, DE
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Lounge Chair, Brazil - 1950s. The Chair has been reupholstered
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Costela Style Lounge White Chair after Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner Costela style lounge chair in white.
Originally designed by Martin
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Early Edition 'Reversible' Chairs in Leather
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, 'Reversible' lounge chairs, nubuck leather Long Beach - Grape Wine
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 27.17 in W 41.74 in D 28.35 in
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner "Costela" Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1953
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
The Costela armchair is an iconic Brazilian Mid-Century Modern piece. It was designed by Martin
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Brazilian Modern Chair in Cane & Iron by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1950s
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This Brazilian modern chair was designed by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler and is absolutely
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
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H 28.3 in W 19.7 in D 23.6 in
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner "Costela" Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1953
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
The Costela armchair is an iconic Brazilian Mid-Century Modern piece. It was designed by Martin
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Pair of armchairs, c. 1960
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in PARIS, FR
the utmost comfort.
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner have once again proposed with this pair of armchairs
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Lounge Chairs in Blue and Red Upholstery
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, lounge chairs, iron, faux leather, Brazil, 1950s
Elegant and
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 30.71 in W 28.94 in D 31.5 in
breathtaking pair of costela lounge chairs by carlo hauner and martin eisler
By Forma Nova, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Munich, DE
wonderful pair of Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler lounge chairs. made by forma nova in the 1950thies
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 31.89 in W 27.17 in D 32.68 in
Pair of "Concha" Armchairs by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Brasil, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Echt, NL
Set of beautiful ‘Concha’ chairs in very good condition.
Designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin
Category
20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 29.14 in
Rare Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Lounge Chair in Iron and Rope
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner for Forma, lounge chair, iron and rope, Brazil, 1950s.
Elegant and
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Reversivel Armchair, Martin Eisler, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern, circa 1950
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Martin Eisler designed this sculptural armchair in 1955. This piece is considered one of the most
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 28.75 in W 51.58 in D 31.5 in
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Brazilian Design Pink Silk Wood Dining Chairs, 1950
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil
Located in Barcelona, ES
Martin Eisler (1913-1977) & Carlo Hauner (1927-1997)
Dining chairs
2 available.
Manufactured by
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Early 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Silk, Cane, Wood
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner, Lounge Chairs, Rattan, Steel, Forma, Brazil, c. 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rattan and steel lounge chairs designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner and produced by
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
Pair of 'Costela' Chairs by Hauner and Eisler
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler pair of 'Costela' chairs for Forma, Brazil 1950s, in teak wood.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Brazil, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler are most known for well-shaped armchairs made in iron, but the
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Modern Brazilian Lounge Chair Model "Shell" White
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil
Located in Barcelona, ES
Armchair by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner designed in 1955. The chairs are upholstered in a cream/white
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 29.14 in D 30.52 in
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Pair of Midcentury Brazilian White Lounge Chairs
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Martin Eisler (1913-1977) & Carlos Hauner (1927-1997)
Pair of lounge chairs
Manufactured by
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.44 in W 25.2 in D 25.6 in
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler. Paire de Fauteuils, c. 1955-60
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in PARIS, FR
This pair of armchairs, created by the designer duo Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, reflects the
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Martin Eisler, Rare Armchair, Forma S.A. Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This comfortable armchair was designed by Martin Eisler (1913-1977) in 1955 and manufactured by
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Fabric
H 34.06 in W 31.3 in D 34.85 in
Brazilian Design Costela Lounge Chairs by Hauner & Eisler for Forma, 1950s
By Forma, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Renens, CH
The Costela (Rib) chairs and sofas by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler became an instant success
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 33.47 in
Customizable Tacchini Reversível Armchair Designed by Martin Eisler
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Fruit of the creative genius of the architect and designer Martin Eisler, Reversível is an historic
Category
2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler for Forma 'Conchinha' Lounge Chairs
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler for Forma, 'Conchinha' lounge chairs, iron, fabric, Brazil, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
“Costella” Armchair in Hardwood & Fabric att. to Martin Eisler, 1950’s Brazil
By Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this “Costella” Armchair in Hardwood & Fabric att. to Martin Eisler, 1950’s Brazil
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
H 30 in W 19 in D 23.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Armchair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Armchair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955
Category
Vintage 1950s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Concha Chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1953, Brazilian Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Concha armchair is one of the most iconic pieces designed by Martin Eisler (1913-1977). The
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 30.32 in W 26.38 in D 29.14 in
Dining Table in Caviuna and Cane Weaving by Martin Eisler, Brazil Modern, 1950s
By Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
designer Martin Eisler in the early to mid 1950s.
Eisler was seduced by the simplicity and results of
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Cane, Glass, Hardwood
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H 30.32 in W 86.62 in D 35.04 in
Set of Six Chairs by Carlo Hauner, Brazilian Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Martin Eisler are most known by well-shaped armchairs made in iron, but the production it's away more
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Costela Lounge Chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Costela Lounge Chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 34.26 in W 27.56 in D 29.53 in
Concha by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1953
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This armchair is a rare version of Concha, one of the most iconic pieces designed by Martin Eisler
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 25.79 in W 24.41 in D 26.97 in
PL22 chair by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for OCA, Brazil 1960s.
By OCA Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Landgraaf, NL
PL22 chair by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for OCA, Brazil 60s. Solid tropical hardwood frame and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Hardwood
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Rattan Lounge Chairs Brazil 1955
By Forma, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
A beautiful pair of lounge chairs in rattan by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, made by Forma Móveis
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Pair of Armchairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
1950s, a company directed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler. The piece is made of an iron structure and
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 35.44 in W 38.19 in D 33.67 in
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chairs by martin eisler for your home. Each chairs by martin eisler for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. Find 47 options for an antique or vintage chairs by martin eisler now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a chairs by martin eisler — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right chairs by martin eisler, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made chairs by martin eisler over the years, but those crafted by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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