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Set of Four 1950s Brazilian Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of four 1950s Brazilian armchairs. The chairs are very well constructed. The chairs have its
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Colonial Armchairs
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Wood
Brazilian Modern Armchair Set in Hardwood & Burgundy Fabric by Forma, 1950’s
By Forma Brazil
Located in New York, NY
This pair of armchairs was designed by Forma (company owned by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler) in
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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
H 30.7 in W 31.5 in D 22.8 in
1950's Brazilian Pau Marfim Armchair
Located in Washington, DC
In original vintage condition, this handsome Brazilian chair from the 1950s is made of pau marfim
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1950's Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood & Fabric by Giuseppe Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this mid-century modern armchair by Giuseppe Scapinelli is absolutely gorgeous
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood
H 39.38 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in
José Zanine Caldas Armchairs, Pair, 1950s, Brazil
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A pair of beautiful armchairs designed by José Zanine Caldas from Brazil.
Reupholstered with light
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Hardwood & Grey Fabric, Scapinelli, 1950’s Brazil
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this sculptural Mid-Century Modern armchair in hardwood and grey fabric by
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood, Ebony
H 35 in W 24.4 in D 22.8 in
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Brown Leather & Iron, Carlo Hauner, 1950s, Brazil
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern armchair in brown leather & iron, by Carlo Hauner, in Brazil
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Iron
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H 30.3 in W 25.2 in D 27.6 in
“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
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
H 30 in W 19 in D 23.5 in
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Cane by John Graz, 1950s, Brazil
By John Graz
Located in New York, NY
Available today, these fabulous Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Cane designed by John Graz
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood, Wood
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H 29.5 in W 22 in D 20.1 in
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Caviuna hardwood & Grey Linen, circa 1950s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
39. Brazilian Modern armchairs in Caviuna hardwood & Grey Linen, circa 1950s, Brazil
Available
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modern Armchairs
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Fabric
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H 77 in W 80 in D 77 in
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Modern Brazilian Large Armchair White fabric metal
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by Forma Moveis
Brazil, 1950s
Black painted metal, fabric upholstery
Measurements
63 cm x 64
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 43.31 in W 24.81 in D 25.2 in
José Zanine Caldas H Armchairs, Pair, Móveis Artísticos Z, Brazil, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas, Mòveis Artisticos Z
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Armchairs called 'H Armchair' designed by Brazilian architect and designer José Zanine Caldas for
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Plywood
H 30.71 in W 24.02 in D 31.11 in
Brazilian Hardwood Armchair, Novo Rumo, Brazilian, Midcentury
By Novo Rumo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
during the 1950s and 1960s in São Paulo, Brazil. Made of Brazilian hardwood, the minimalist structure and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chenille
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood, Brown Leatherette, G. Scapinelli, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Scapinelli, 1950s Brazil is nothing less than the FIND of the year!
The armchair is in its original form
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 35.4 in W 26 in D 26.8 in
Brazilian Armchair with High Backrests by Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s, Midcentury
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
This armchair in solid Caviuna with high backrests was designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli (1911-1982
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Organic Material, Hardwood
H 36.03 in W 25.6 in D 27.96 in
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler Concha Armchairs, Brazilian MidCentury Modern, 1953
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This pair of Concha armchairs was designed in the 1950s by Carlo Hauner (1927-1997) and Martin
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 29.73 in W 27.76 in D 29.34 in
Zanine Caldas Midcentury Brazilian Armchair in Ivory Wood, 1950s
By Mòveis Artisticos Z
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Zanine Caldas midcentury Brazilian armchair in ivory wood, 1950s
Produced by the Móveis
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Martin Eisler & Carlos Hauner Model "Reversible" modern Brazilian armchair 1955
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
armchair, the slatted table and the Millan desk.
Branco e Preto was part of the movement of the 1950s, in
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 66 in W 71 in D 102 in
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Midcentury Brazilian Armchairs White Fabric Metal
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Moveis
Brazil, 1950s
Black painted metal, fabric upholstery
Measurements
66 cm x 80 cm x 94h cm
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 37.01 in W 25.99 in D 31.5 in
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Brown Fabric, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1950s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
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These delicate armchairs are made in Brazilian Rosewood, known as Jacaranda, and reupholstered in a gray
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
H 30 in W 23.6 in D 29.5 in
Attributed to Móveis Artísticos Z Midcentury Brazilian Armchair, 1950s
By Mòveis Artisticos Z
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Attributed to Móveis Artísticos Z midcentury Brazilian armchair, 1950s.
Constructed of plywood
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Plywood
H 28.35 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
Set of two garden armchairs, by Carlo Hauner. and Martin Eisler. Brazil, 1950s.
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of outdoor armchairs designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, manufactured by Forma S/A in
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 27.96 in W 25.2 in D 28.35 in
Carlo Hauner, Armchair, 1950's, Caviuna Wood and Blue Cotton
By Carlo Hauner
Located in PARIS, FR
A typical piece of Carlo Hauner's design from the 1950s, this armchair rests on four conical legs
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Modern Brazilian Pair of Low Armchairs White Fabric
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Forma Moveis
Brazil, 1950s
Black painted metal, fabric upholstery.
Measurements
70 cm x 53 cm x 71
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 27.96 in W 27.56 in D 20.87 in
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Wood & Mint Faux Leather, Jose Zanine Caldas, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
Available right now, this Brazilian Modern armchair in wood & mint faux leather by Jose Zanine
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Hardwood
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H 29.5 in W 25.6 in D 23.6 in
1950s Armchair Designed by Celina Zilberberg for Celina Decorações, Brazil
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in London, GB
Brazilian 1950s lounge chair. Designed by Munis Zilberberg. Manufactured by Celina Decorações
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 38.98 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Armchair by “Móveis Cimo”, Brazil, 1940s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Barcelona, ES
Model “201” armchair designed and produced by “Móveis Cimo” in 1940s, made of plywood and solid
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Modern Brazilian Rosewood Armchairs by Gelli, circa the 1950s
By Gelli Indústria de Móveis
Located in New York, NY
1950s.
Pair of armchairs made in Brazilian Rosewood (Jacaranda) and recently reupholstered in a high
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
H 32.29 in W 23.23 in D 31.5 in
1950s Pair of Red Velvet Iron Armchairs by Carlo Hauner, Brazil
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This early 1950's pair of armchairs by Hauner for Móveis Artesanal is amazing and super rare set of
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
H Armchairs by José Zanine Caldas, Brazilian Company Fábrica De Móveis Z, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
Restored.
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.35 in W 22.84 in D 29.14 in
Brazilian Modern Armchairs & Stools Set in Cane & Iron Att. Carlo Hauner, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Arte during 1950 & 1960s in Brazil are highly designed and well-executed.
Size:
Armchairs: H35.2
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 35.2 in W 24.8 in D 24.4 in
Brazilian Mid Century Armchairs, Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner, Brazil, 1960s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This stunning pair of armchairs, designed by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner in Brazil during the
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 27.56 in W 26.38 in D 22.84 in
Martin Eisler Attribution Canr Brazilian Armchair
By Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
of the mastery of Designers in Brazil in the 1950s and 60s.
Born in Brescia, Italy, Hauner studied
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful chair with arms produced in Brazil in the 1950s with a high quality wood called "peroba
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Upholstery, Hardwood
H 33.86 in W 20.48 in D 22.84 in
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Grey Velvet by Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available right now, this very Brazilian Modern armchair pair in hardwood and gray suede designed
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
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H 28.3 in W 31.5 in D 33.9 in
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Armchair, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
, before moving to Brazil in the early 1950s. Hauner— hailing from Brescia, Italy and educated in technical
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
"Diz" Armchair in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, 2001, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The awesome "Diz" Armchair in Hardwood designed by Sergio Rodrigues in Brazil in 2001 is nothing
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Early 2000s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood
Branco & Preto Pair of Brazilian Modern Armchairs, "R3"
By Branco & Preto
Located in Whitstable, GB
The Lounge armchairs model “R3", were designed in 1952 by Jacob Ruchti for the Brazilian collective
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner 'Reversivel' Pair Edition Forma , Brazil, c. 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in PARIS, FR
An iconic pair of lacquered metal and fabric "Reversivel" armchairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 25.99 in W 42.92 in D 26.97 in
Pair of Curved Ply Armchairs by "Moveis Cimo", in Brazilian Imbuia
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Whitstable, GB
A rare and special pair of armchairs, made by Móveis Cimo.
Made at the end of 1940s, there are not
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Imbuia
Low Armchair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
modern Brazilian armchair made in the curved iron structure and recently upholstery in green velvet
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 22.84 in W 24.41 in D 19.69 in
High Armchair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
modern Brazilian armchair made in curved iron structure and recently upholstery in red velvet.
This
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 33.86 in W 25.2 in D 22.84 in
Wicker and Iron Armchair, Unknown Designer, Brazilian Midcentury Modern, c. 1955
Located in New York, NY
(1913-1977) and produced by Móveis Artesanal and Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 28.15 in W 24.81 in D 27.17 in
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in hardwood & floral upholstery by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
, modern or eclectic environment.
ose Zanine Caldas was a Brazilian architect and furniture designer who
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Fabric, Hardwood
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H 26.5 in W 14 in D 16 in
Pair of High Armchairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Design
By Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This stunning armchair was produced by the Brazilian Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 36.74 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
Pair of High Armchair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
modern Brazilian armchair made in the curved iron structure and recently upholstery in red velvet
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 33.86 in W 25.2 in D 22.84 in
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Fabric, Michel Arnoult, 1960s
By Michel Arnoult
Located in New York, NY
Available today this Brazilian Modern Armchairs made in Hardwood & Fabric desgned by Michel Arnoult
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Nylon, Hardwood
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H 29 in W 25.6 in D 29.5 in
Armchair in Hardwood & Cane by John Graz, 1950s
By John Graz
Located in New York, NY
The chair is made of Brazilian rosewood (also known as jacaranda) and consists of four toothpick
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Iron & Woven Cotton Fiber, Carlo Hauner, Brazil
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern armchair set in steel & hand woven cotton fiber designed by
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Iron
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H 31.5 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
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
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Brazilian "Concha" Armchair Burnt Sunset Red
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Moveis
Brazil, 1950
Iron structure, fabric upholstery
Measurements
70 cm x 78 cm x 74h cm.
28 in x 27,5
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 29.14 in W 27.56 in D 30.71 in
Tubular Armchair by Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto, Brazil, 1970s
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Brasília, BR
Tubular armchair designed by Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto in the 70s.
Made from black lacquered
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Armchair Set in Metal and Suede by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
These armchairs by Joaquim Tenreiro are nothing less than specatcular.
The structure of these two
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.2 in W 28.7 in D 26.4 in
Pair of Armchairs Designed by Carlo Hauner, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This beautiful pair of armchairs was designed by Carlo Hauner in Brazil.
They are definitely very
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 29.53 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Manhattan Armchairs by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Manhattan is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Faux Leather
H 25.52 in W 40.36 in D 35.04 in
Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & White Leather Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this beautiful pair of Brazilian Modern armchairs are made of ebonized Pau Marfim
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Vintage 1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Leather, Hardwood
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H 27.6 in W 25.6 in D 23.6 in
Pair of Armchairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This stunning armchair was produced by the Brazilian Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 35.44 in W 38.19 in D 33.67 in
Single Armchair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury, 1955
By Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous armchair was designed by Martin Eisler and manufactured by Forma S.A. Móveis e
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 33.47 in W 25.2 in D 29.53 in
Slim Armchair in Grey Fabric Attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro, c. 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
slim, which is a common theme in Brazilian modern armchairs. The cushions are super soft and make the
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Fabric, Wood
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H 27.6 in W 31.5 in D 29.1 in
Thick Armchair in Grey Fabric Attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro, c. 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
slim, which is a common theme in Brazilian modern armchairs. The cushions are super soft and make the
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Fabric, Wood
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H 27.6 in W 31.5 in D 29.1 in
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1950s Brazilian Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s Brazilian armchair you’re looking for. Each 1950s Brazilian armchair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. There are many kinds of the 1950s Brazilian armchair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1950s Brazilian armchair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, José Zanine Caldas and Joaquim Tenreiro each produced at least one beautiful 1950s Brazilian armchair that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1950s Brazilian Armchair?
Prices for a 1950s Brazilian armchair start at $10 and top out at $63,000 with the average selling for $11,083.
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With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
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Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
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Questions About 1950s Brazilian Armchair
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
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Mole Chair Sergio
Mid Century Desks Blond
Brazilian Plastic Chairs
Brazilian Rattan Furniture
Rosewood Tea Cart
Russian Woodwork
Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair
Brazil Pot
French Roof Tiles
Sergio Rodrigues Mole Chair
Roberto Santo
Eames Chair Pink
Small Curved Loveseat
Rodrigues Mole Chair
Ole Wanscher Colonial Rosewood Chair
Studio Nova Vintage