Brazilian Furniture
BRAZILIAN FURNITURE
More often than not, vintage mid-century Brazilian furniture designs, with their gleaming wood, soft leathers and inviting shapes, share a sensuous, unique quality that distinguishes them from the more rectilinear output of American and Scandinavian makers of the same era.
Commencing in the 1940s and '50s, a group of architects and designers transformed the local cultural landscape in Brazil, merging the modernist vernacular popular in Europe and the United States with the South American country's traditional techniques and indigenous materials.
Key mid-century influencers on Brazilian furniture design include natives Oscar Niemeyer, Sergio Rodrigues and José Zanine Caldas as well as such European immigrants as Joaquim Tenreiro, Jean Gillon and Jorge Zalszupin. These creators frequently collaborated; for instance, Niemeyer, an internationally acclaimed architect, commissioned many of them to furnish his residential and institutional buildings.
The popularity of Brazilian modern furniture has made household names of these designers and other greats. Their particular brand of modernism is characterized by an émigré point of view (some were Lithuanian, German, Polish, Ukrainian, Portuguese, and Italian), a preference for highly figured indigenous Brazilian woods, a reverence for nature as an inspiration and an atelier or small-production mentality.
Hallmarks of Brazilian mid-century design include smooth, sculptural forms and the use of native woods like rosewood, jacaranda and pequi. The work of designers today exhibits many of the same qualities, though with a marked interest in exploring new materials (witness the Campana Brothers' stuffed-animal chairs) and an emphasis on looking inward rather than to other countries for inspiration.
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Place of Origin: Brazilian
Contemporary Handwoven Bench the "Cloud" in Red
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This contemporary bench is from the Cloud collection, which was created around the concept of trees. These contemporary pieces are made with cotton fabric and foam stripes, woven and...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Contemporary Wood Bench, Handwoven Upholstery - the "Trama" - Navy
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Trama collection was created around the concept of tress. Started in 2014 today it has a variety of pieces with different typologies .
Trama Benches a...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
Morototo Armchair
By Sergio Matos
Located in Campina Grande, Paraiba
The inspiration for this lounge chair comes from the flower. It germinates in the shape of the Morototó chair, the name of the imposing green tree from the Brazilian Amazon Rainfores...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Horizon Bench by RAIN, Contemporary Bench, Solid Wood and Plywood, Limited
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This contemporary bench shows that perspective is a visual illusion that gives the notion of depth to an image. The Horizon bench has its shape drawn fro...
Category
2010s International Style Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood, Plywood
'Athena' Natural Woodwork Freijo TV Holder and Media Credenza with Drawer
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Inspired by the sun blocks or brises soleil featured on Modernist architecture which has captivated Alessandra Delgado since the early days of her career as a designer, Athena credenza...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Brass Vase, Brazilian Contemporary Style
By Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Yugen means a deep inner feeling, an expression of depth, the untranslated mystery, the incomprehensible and the abstract in all artistic activities. According to the Japanese, Yugen...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Bench in Tropical Hardwood and Cord by Ricardo Graham Ferreira
By Ricardo Graham Ferreira
Located in Nova Friburgo, RJ
Contemporary tropical bench made in freijó or "Brazilian 'walnut" hardwood and natural ramie cord.
The rope which draws the arms and the backrest of ...
Category
2010s Other Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Cord, Wood, Hardwood
Contemporary Chair in Brazilian Hardwood by Ricardo Graham Ferreira
By Ricardo Graham Ferreira
Located in Nova Friburgo, RJ
This contemporary chair is a three legged comfortable and elegant piece of fine crafted furniture, made in tropical Brazilian hardwood and natural fiber cord at the artist workshop.
...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Cord, Wood, Hardwood
Suma Dining Table with Walnut Veneered Top and Organic Solid Wood Legs 86''
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
Uultis design team has manufactured the Suma dining table in a walnut veneered finish top with organic solid wood legs, perfect for your dreamed dining space. This is a piece that is...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
1950s Brazilian Stool by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in London, GB
1950s Brazilian Stool by Joaquim Tenreiro.
Two-tone wood seat on black enamelled steel base.
Produced for a private commission in Copacabana, Rio de Ja...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Set of Three Percival Lafer Brazilian Rosewood End or Side Table
By Percival Lafer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Percival Lafer Brazilian rosewood end or side tables
Priced individually
Total three available
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
1970’s Leather Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1970’s Leather Sofa. Bentwood arms with brass details. Button Cushions. Soft light Butterscotch color vintage leather. Sofa sits low and deep for loungin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather
Brazilian pair of Ox lounge chairs hardwood and leather Brazil 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped pair of Brazilian lounge chairs in the style of Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil 1960. These well-crafted chairs are great looking from all sides and they sit also very comf...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Brazilian Midcentury Wall Tapestry by Nadi, c. 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Brazilian midcentury stunning wall tapestry woven in natural fibers designed by Nadi, Brazil, c. 1960.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wool, Jute
Dablio Dining Table with a Teak Wood Finish Veneered Table 98''
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Dablio dining table features a teak wood finish intersecting a V-shaped base that is highlighted by a stunning teak veneered tabletop. It has a very singular and original structu...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Teak
Brazilian Jacaranda Wood and Beige Linen 1960s Midcentury Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Brazilian midcentury dining chairs from the 1960s in jacaranda wood and beige linen.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Linen, Jacaranda
Natural Uruguayan Amethyst Crystal Cluster with Calcite, Cut Base, Hand Sculpted
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Stunning Uruguayan Amethyst Cluster with Calcite
▫️ Description
An Amethyst cluster showcases a beautiful formation of geometrical Calcite, accompanied by a luxurious lavender shad...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Sculptural Rose Amethyst Geode Slab with Pink and Red Amethyst, Crystal Decor
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
High-Grade Pink Amethyst Geode Slice with Sculptural Formation
▫️ Description
A Pink Amethyst Geode Slice showcases rare characteristics accentuated by its sculptural formation. Wi...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Rare lounge chair by Percival Lafer, Brazil 1970s.
By Percival Lafer
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Rare lounge chair by Percival Lafer, Brazil 1970s. Tropical hardwood frame and thick leatherette seat. The seat hangs in the frame that is positioned as a cross with nice metal detai...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Hardwood
Set of Armchairs by Jose Zanine Caldas, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A set of armchairs designed by Jose Zanine Caldas for his studio 'Moveis Artisticos Z' in 1950.
Brazilian midcentury design.
Made with solid wood, reu...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modern Fruit Bowl "Utopia", in Brazilian Wood and Natural Copper, Brazil
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Copper and wood fruit bowl, Modern styled inspired with geometry than enhances raw excepcional and rare natural material and textures, imbuia and copper - By Brazilian Designer Maker Atelier BAM Design of São Paulo.
The modern design style is one of the most influential movements in contemporary Brazilian design. Among the main names of modernist designers are Lina Bo Bardi, Vilanova Artigas, Oscar Niemeyer, and a few others; giving a legacy maintained by contemporary architects like Isay Weinfeld...
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Copper
Set of 2 High-Grade All-Natural Deep Purple Amethyst Hearts, Table Decor
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
We selected this set of Amethyst Hearts with high quality, deep color, and the overall beauty and shine of the hearts in mind. With each heart having its particular rare characterist...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Savana Armchair in Natural Wicker, Brazilian Contemporary Style
By Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This armchair is made of wicker in the Brazilian contemporary style. A clump of grass, a bush, which moves in the wind and envelops its inhabitant was the inspiration for creating the Savana...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wicker
Percival Lafer Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Red Brown Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Percival Lafer, lounge chair with ottoman, model MP-211, hardwood, leather, Brazil, 1974
Bulky and volominous lounge chair with pouf by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer. This chair...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Savana Armchair in Natural Wicker, Brazilian Contemporary Style, Black seat
By Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The savana armchair is made of wicker in the Brazilian contemporary style.
A clump of grass, a bush, which moves in the wind and envelops its inhabita...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wicker
Leather Tray, Large A Rectangular Tray, Handmade - Color: Zinc
By Aria Home
Located in Curitiba, Parana
Monochrome Collection Trays
For different uses, the line of Monochrome Trays can be used separately or as a set. Their sizes are customizable, so use your creativity to build a uniq...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather
Sergio Rodrigues Six Dining Chairs in Wood and Tan Cowhide, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues (1927–2014)
A striking set of six modernist dining chairs by Carioca design pioneer Sérgio Rodrigues, in hardwood upholstered in unshaved caramel-colored cowhide. T...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Hardwood
Modernist “Ro” swivel armchair with ottoman puff
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Inspired by the cozy elegance of Sergio Rodrigues' armchairs, Alessandra Delgado created the Rô armchair, a modern reinterpretation that captures the master's timeless essence, combi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
Modernist “Ro” armchair with ottoman upholstery
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Inspired by the cozy elegance of Sergio Rodrigues' armchairs, Alessandra Delgado created the Rô armchair, a modern reinterpretation that captures the master's timeless essence, combi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
Collector's Grade Blue Agate Geode Butterfly Wings, Sculptural Crystal Decor
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Nature's Artwork: Large Blue Lace Agate Geode "Butterfly Wings", 100% Natural Crystal Masterpiece
▫️ Description
This unique agate geode is rare and all-natural, featuring world-cl...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Special Crystal Agate Geode Butterfly Wings, Deep Blue and Amber Agate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Nature's Artwork: Large Deep Blue and Amber Crystal Agate Geode "Butterfly Wings", 100% Natural
▫️ Description
Sculptural, rare, large, and with beautiful aesthetics, this crystal ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Mid Century Petala Table, Attributed to Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Original Petala Coffee Table, a masterpiece designed by Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin. Crafted from Pau Ferro, this table embodies sophistication.
This coffee table has been we...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Jean Dobré/ Tropicart. Rotating wooden platter, c. 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean Dobré/ Tropicart. Rotating wooden platter c. 1960
Signed at the fire
Solid wood
10 x 46 x 46 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Design Brésilien. Futuristic Pendant with 5 lamps, c. 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Brazilian design. Futuristic Pendant, c. 1960
Metal and glass
75 x 75 x 70 cm
Suspension has five burners with chromed metal structure and two convex translucent glass trays.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Handcrafted Center Table in Brazilian Hardwood by Leo Strauss
By Leo Strauss
Located in Atibaia, BR
Solid wood, processed in large width and thickness dimensions, and it adds life to this piece of straight and modernist shapes.
In its artisan production, traditional woodworking te...
Category
2010s Brutalist Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Modernist "Ro” armchair in fabric, upholstered
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Inspired by the cozy elegance of Sergio Rodrigues' armchairs, Alessandra Delgado created the Rô armchair, a modern reinterpretation that captures the master's timeless essence, combi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
Brazilian Modern Bar in Hardwood & Party Motif Marquetry, Unknown, 1950s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
This Brazilian Modern Bar in Hardwood & Party Motif Marquetry by unknown designer made in the 1950s in Brazil is nothing less than spectacular!
The bar is made of three different wo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
"Joca" armchair modern and minimalist
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
When she created the Joca armchair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the work of master designer J...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Synthetic, Polyester, Wood
Rattan sofa, Brazil, 1960s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rattan sofa with black lacquered steel legs. Produced in Brazil, 1960s.
Very good condition with small signs of usage.
Please note: matching table + chairs also available.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood & Velvet, Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this sculptural Mid-Century Modern armchair in hardwood and red velvet by Giuseppe Scapinelli made in the fifties is absolutely gorgeous!
The vintage armchair is ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Ebony, Velvet
1960s Brazilian Textile Art Tapestry signed Leao
By Evelyn Ackerman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1960's Brazilian woven tapestry by "LEAO".
Measures 38" tall X 23" wide. It had remained rolled up
for 50 plus years until photos were taken. Never hung and in
Flawless condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wool
Bowl loop
By (after) Joan Miró
Located in Londrina, PR
Oval-shaped tray with ties on the sides
Valdomiro Favoreto
recycled aluminum
Natural silver color
#Handmade
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
"Matungo" Stool, by Inês Schertel, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Inês Schertel
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Matungo Stool by Inês Schertel is a compelling example of Brazilian contemporary modern design that marries traditional techniques with a modern aesthetic. Schertel is known for ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool
"Lunarejo" Sheep Wool Basket, by Inês Schertel, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Inês Schertel
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This white wool basket by Inês Schertel is an exquisite illustration of Brazilian contemporary modern design. The piece is crafted using traditional methods, showcasing the organic a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wool
1950's Brazilian Sofa Attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
The sofa attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli is unique and special due to its exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and the rich artistic heritage of its creator. Made of caviu...
Category
1950s Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1950's Brazilian "Linea Z" Lounge Chair by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
The "Linea Z" Lounge Chair by José Zanine Caldas, manufactured by Moveis Artisticos Z, is a remarkable piece of furniture that exemplifies the innovative and artistic approach of its...
Category
1950s Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Plywood
"Step", by Ronald Sasson, Contemporary Brazilian Design
By Ronald Sasson
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This centerpiece, which can also be used as a fruit holder, is a piece by Ronald Sasson for Riva. Its contemporary design is reflective of the innovation and creativity found in Braz...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Silver, Cut Steel
1950's Brazilian bench by Liceu de Arte
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
The Liceu de Arte bench is unique and special due to its exceptional blend of natural materials and artistic design, deeply rooted in the educational and cultural ethos of the Liceu ...
Category
1950s Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Iron Candlestick, Brazilian Mid Century, Modernist
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The candlesticks are an embodiment of Brazilian mid-century modern design, created with iron—a material often used during this era for its durability and malleability. These particu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Silver, Iron
1950's Brazilian Bookshelf by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The bookshelf by Jorge Zalszupin is unique and special due to its sophisticated use of materials, functional design, and the distinguished craftsmanship that characterizes Zalszupin'...
Category
1960s Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Jacaranda
1950's Brazilian "Boomerang" Lounge Chair by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
The Boomerang lounge chair by Jose Zanine Caldas is a special and unique piece of furniture, notable for its innovative use of materials, its elegant design, and the rich history of ...
Category
1950s Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Plywood
1960's Brazilian Desk Model « 1015 » by Geraldo de Barros Manufactured by Unilab
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
The Model 1015 desk by Geraldo de Barros is a unique and special piece of furniture, distinguished by its innovative use of materials, minimalist design, and the artistic vision of ...
Category
1960s Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
1960's Brazilian Pair of 'Shell' Armchairs by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
The pair of 'Shell' Armchairs by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner stand out as unique and special pieces of furniture design, embodying a harmonious blend of innovative materials and ...
Category
1960s Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
1950's Brazilian 'M1' Sofa by Branco & Preto
By Branco & Preto
Located in New York, NY
The M1 Sofa by Branco & Preto is a unique and special piece of furniture, distinguished by its innovative use of Brazilian materials and its reflection of a pivotal moment in mid-20t...
Category
Late 20th Century Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Móvel Moderno Brasileiro, Brazilian Modern Design, Book - Olhares
Located in Houston, TX
The book extensively categorizes the work of 15 of the most representative Brazilian furniture designers in the modern period, between the 1940s and 70s, including: Lina Bo Bardi, Jo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Other
Coffee table, Brazil, 1960s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rattan coffee table with black lacquered steel legs. Produced in Brazil, 1960s.
Good condition with small signs of usage.
Please note: matching sofa and armchairs also available.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Joaquim Tenreiro, Pair of "Concha" Armchairs, c. 1955
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of armchairs model "Concha", by Joaquim Tenreiro, c. 1955.
This model, with a rather atypical design compared to Joaquim Tenreiro's style, is a response to the needs and desire...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Jorge Zalszupin, Coffee Table "Componive"l, c. 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in PARIS, FR
The Componivel center table by Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin is a modern and elegant piece of furniture. It consists of a tempered glass top, a metal structure and solid wood le...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
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