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.
Find a collection of vintage Brazilian furniture on 1stDibs that includes chairs, sofas, tables and more.
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Place of Origin: Brazilian
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 Eisler (1913 - 1977) in 1953 and manufactured by the c...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
3D Modern Hand Painted Cubes Dimensional Art by Brazilian Artist Silva
By Cicero Silva
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We are in love with this artists work. Based and working in his studio in Brazil., Cícero Silva created this limited edition piece with wood cubes painted...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Stainless Steel Double Chain, by Rain, Wall Piece, Stainless Steel, Polished
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Chains series represents a particular look into a rough object, which is often strictly associated to its functional purpose. The piece propose a reflection on mass production and in...
Category
2010s International Style Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Small Natural Purple Amethyst Geode with Flower, Perfect as An Accent Decor
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
All Natural, Small Amethyst Geode with Rare Amethyst Druzy and Flower
▫️ Description
This small Amethyst Geode is a natural masterpiece, showcasing a stunning formation, rarely see...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
AZO Wall Lamp, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Aluminium, Polished
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Azo comes from the intention of creating a sconce with vertical lighting.
Its shape is the result of a longitudinal cut in a cylinder with rounded ends,
with the length reduced on on...
Category
2010s International Style Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair, Brasil, circa 1955
By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, 1950s. Exceedingly rare set of 4. Appear to be all original. Original textile is faded and has some wear. Each chai...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Jacaranda, Textile
AZO Wall Lamp, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Aluminium, Black
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Azo comes from the intention of creating a sconce with vertical lighting.
Its shape is the result of a longitudinal cut in a cylinder with rounded ends,
with the length reduced on on...
Category
2010s International Style Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chairs
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Brazilian Modern lounge chairs crafted of stunning Brazilian Rosewood with new fabric.
Measurements...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Satellite Collection - Plataforma Side Table (resin version) by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Through a fusion of functional and sculptural objects, Pedro channels the aesthetics of astronomical instruments and the cultural fascination with space exploration. Inspired by his ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Rare Small Yellow Citrine Cluster with Sparkly Yellow Galaxy Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Rare Small Yellow Citrine Cluster with Sparkly Galaxy Druzy
▫️ Description
Though small in size, this magnificent Citrine specimen presents a stunning formation and rarity. Topped with Yellow Galaxy Druzy. Its distinctive combination of features makes it a prime candidate for a premier spot in your collection or a special accent in your decor.
The two main highlights of this citrine are the deep yellow druzy and the overall cluster formation. The druzy in this specimen possesses a sparkly quality due to its microscopic size, giving a shiny luster effect on the specimen.
The Citrine Stalactites...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Kobe Collection, Aluminium and Wood 3 Pots Set
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
KOBE COLLECTION
"The distinction between past, present and future is only a stubbornly persistent illusion". We must not forget what we have lived, stories and traditions, so that w...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Satellite Collection - Plataforma Console (resin version) by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Through a fusion of functional and sculptural objects, Pedro channels the aesthetics of astronomical instruments and the cultural fascination with space exploration. Inspired by his ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
High-Grade Citrine Cluster with Rich Amber Citrine Color and Flower Calcite
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Citrine Cluster with Rich Amber Citrine Druzy and Calcite Flower
▫️ Description
A Citrine with world-class citrine color tones, high-grade druzy, and an aesthetical calcite flower inclusion, this small yet gorgeous crystal promises to be a stunning addition to your office table, home decor, or crystal collection, and is sure to spark conversations between you and your friends.
The first thing we notice is the deep orange druzy, with perfectly natural polished faces that give a luster effect on the specimen. The color tone of the points is a rarely seen deep orange, that resembles natural amber stones...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Percival Lafer Mp-5 lounge chairs pair Brazil 1961
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare pair of MP-5 lounge chairs designed by Percival Lafer and manufactured by Lafer MP, Brazil 1961. Steel structures covered with Caviuna. Reupholstered in a grey mixed fabric to ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Table Lamp by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Inácio Stools in brazilian solid wood.
By Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Inácio stool plays with geometric shapes, aiming to create a sense of movement and fluidity. It is made entirely from leftover solid wood from other projects, which would typical...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Game Table by Mobília Contemporânea, 1960s
By Mobília Contemporânea
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Game Table by Mobília Contemporânea, 1960s
Square game table, made around the 1960s by the Brazilian manufacture Mobília Contemporânea.
It has a solid wood struct...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longue by Guto Lacaz, 1990s
By Guto Lacaz
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longue by Guto Lacaz, 1990s
Chaise longue by Guto Lacaz, with solid wood legs and fabric upholstery.
Category
1990s Post-Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Amazon Headdress Wall Decoration
Located in Paris, FR
Wall Decoration Amazon Headdress traditional headdress of an
aboriginal tribe from the Amazon made up of strands of natural
straw, and dehydrated ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Straw, Glass, Wood
Sculptural Side Table by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Jacaranda Wood Bowl By Jean Gillon For Wood Art, 1960
By Jean Gillon
Located in Toronto, ON
This is a masterful, smooth, exotic and beautifully hand carved Jacaranda wood bowl by Brazillian design icon Jean Gillon for Wood Art. It bears its original production label classif...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Original Vintage Travel Poster Brazil Rio Guanabara Bay Sugarloaf Mountain Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Brazil in South America featuring a scenic view from the Christ the Redeemer statue on Mount Corcovado towards Sugarloaf Mountain in Guanabara Bay ...
Category
1930s Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Paper
Sculptural Side Table by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Modern Sofa & Armchairs Lounge Set, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Whitstable, GB
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler midcentury sofa and armchairs; 1950s
Sofa designed for their manufacturing company, Forma around 1955.
This model is an icon of Brazilian midcentury des...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Sculptural Side Table by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
"terraforma" ceramic brown vase sculpture 4
Located in Santa Monica, BR
“Terraforma” represents the experimentation with new forms and the transformation of the earthly element. It’s akin to shaping the very earth itself to create three-dimensional forms...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
"Celestia" Black Ceramic Table Lamp Light Sculpture Handcrafted
Located in Santa Monica, BR
“Celestia” is a tribute to the depth of existence, a reminder that both light and darkness are essential for the understanding of the whole. It is a work that challenges the observer...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
"terraforma" ceramic brown vase 2
Located in Santa Monica, BR
“Terraforma” represents the experimentation with new forms and the transformation of the earthly element. It’s akin to shaping the very earth itself to create three-dimensional forms...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
"terraforma" ceramic brown vase 1
Located in Santa Monica, BR
“Terraforma” represents the experimentation with new forms and the transformation of the earthly element. It’s akin to shaping the very earth itself to create three-dimensional forms...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
"terraforma" ceramic brown vase 3
Located in Santa Monica, BR
“Terraforma” represents the experimentation with new forms and the transformation of the earthly element. It’s akin to shaping the very earth itself to create three-dimensional forms...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
"terraforma" ceramic brown sculpture 5
Located in Santa Monica, BR
“Terraforma” represents the experimentation with new forms and the transformation of the earthly element. It’s akin to shaping the very earth itself to create three-dimensional forms...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
"Aria" offwhite Ceramic Table Lamp Light Sculpture Handcrafted
Located in Santa Monica, BR
“Aria” transcends mere artistry; it is a beacon of self-reflection. This totem beckons observers to embark on an introspective odyssey, navigating the intricate labyrinth of their ow...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Satellite Collection - Rios Lamp by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
With geometrically precise lines, the Arca lamp, Pedro Ávila’s (@avilapedro) latest creation, establishes an intriguing contrast between the ancestry of parchment paper and the cutti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel, Brass
Satellite Collection - Itamar Bench (ebonized version) by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Through a fusion of functional and sculptural objects, Pedro channels the aesthetics of astronomical instruments and the cultural fascination with space exploration. Inspired by his ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Sculptural Vessel by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Arturito Collection, Concrete Paperweight Set (5 pieces)
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
ARTURITOS COLLECTION
Whether in Tokyo, Denver or Moscow, printing ideas requires organization. Taking chaos out of the box and turning it into facts requires hard work, care, attent...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Arturito Collection, Wood Paperweight Set (5 pieces)
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
ARTURITOS COLLECTION
Whether in Tokyo, Denver or Moscow, printing ideas requires organization. Taking chaos out of the box and turning it into facts requires hard work, care, attent...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Arturito Collection, Big Wood Paperweight
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
ARTURITOS COLLECTION
Whether in Tokyo, Denver or Moscow, printing ideas requires organization. Taking chaos out of the box and turning it into facts requires hard work, care, attent...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Satellite Collection - Plataforma Coffee Table (resin version) by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Through a fusion of functional and sculptural objects, Pedro channels the aesthetics of astronomical instruments and the cultural fascination with space exploration. Inspired by his ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Sculptural Vessel by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Table Lamp by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Table Lamp by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Vessel by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Vessel by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Satellite Collection - Croco Side Table by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Through a fusion of functional and sculptural objects, Pedro channels the aesthetics of astronomical instruments and the cultural fascination with space exploration. Inspired by his ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Sculptural Vessel by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Vessel by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Vessel by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Natural Uruguayan Amethyst Geode with Rare Calcite and Sparkly Purple Amethyst
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Uruguayan Amethyst Geode Masterpiece: A Rarely Seen Fusion of Perfect Calcite with Sparkly Purple Amethyst Druzy
▫️ Description
Renowned worldwide for their exceptional beauty, U...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Sculptural Vessel by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Rug & Kilim’s Cowhide Rug in Silver-Gray and White Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 7x8 contemporary cowhide rug, originating from Brazil, is a comfortable and stylish addition to a wide range of spaces for its unique shape inherent to the craft.
On the Desig...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Animal Skin
"Joca" Chair with arms, Solid Wood and Customized Handwoven
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
When she created Joca chair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the master designer Joaquim Tenreiro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Polyester, Wood
Collection of Seven 20th Century Yanomami Baskets
Located in Chicago, IL
This collection of seven Yanomami gathering baskets is a stunning display of traditional Amazonian artistry. Each basket features a unique geometric pattern, including circles, wavy ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Reed
Brazilian Marble Top Coffee Table
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This round coffee table was made in Brazil and is made of Caviuna wood with white marble. Caviuna wood is famous as a material used extensively in furniture making during this Brazil...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Marble
Jean Gillon, Solid wood coffee table. c. 1960. Label of the Probel workshop
By Jean Gillon
Located in PARIS, FR
The coffee table designed by Jean Gillon is a remarkable piece in solid wood, with a thick removable top with square cutouts in the corners. This feature adds a touch of sophisticati...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Percival Lafer Garnitur Sessel Sofa Tisch Hocker Designersessel Ledersessel mp41
By Percival Lafer
Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE
Percival Lafer MP 41 Garnitur bestehend aus einem Dreisitzer, Zweisitzer, zwei Sesseln einem Hocker und einem Glastisch. Alles Original.
Markierungen vorhanden.
Originalzustand.
...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather
Minimalist Brazilian Rosewood Coffee Table
By Branco & Preto
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful Brazilian rosewood Mid-Century Modern architectural coffee table.
Refined geometrical base in solid rosewood with clear glass top.
Brazilian rosewood, also known as Dalber...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
Brazilian Lounge Chair
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
1950s (estimated) Brazilian vintage lounge chair. Native Brazilian wood, invuia, also known as Brazilian walnut, has a great appeal due to its deep texture. The details created by mo...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
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