Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jatoba and Beige Mohair Sofa
By Jean Gillon
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing the ultimate in comfort and style: the large Brazilian three-seater sofa made with a
Wood
$96,000
H 25.2 in W 93.31 in D 31.5 in
Curved Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, Midcentury Brazilian Design, 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
modern living in Brazil through his furniture and interiors. Born in Portugal and trained as a woodworker
Leather, Hardwood
Jean Gillon Sofa Produced by Wood Art in Brazil
By Jean Gillon
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa designed by Jean Gillon. Produced by Wood Art in Brazil.
Brass
$4,476Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.2 in W 59.3 in D 37.8 in
1970s Brazilian Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer, Modular Design, Brown
By Percival Lafer
Located in High Point, NC
This 1970s Brazilian leather sofa by Percival Lafer exemplifies the designer's innovative approach
Leather
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu de Arte e Officios
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Brazilian hardwood sofa. Attractive slatted back, cyclindrical legs and curved arms. Cushions not
Wool, Jacaranda, Rosewood
Sofa by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios”, Brazil, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sofa designed and produced by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios” around 1960’s in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Brass
$4,796Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.2 in W 82.3 in D 37.8 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Leather, 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in High Point, NC
This 1970s Brazilian leather sofa by Percival Lafer is a striking example of bold mid-century
Leather
$32,000
H 28.75 in W 65.75 in D 29.93 in
Vintage 'Mole' Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Midcentury Brazilian
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Mole sofa is Sergio Rodrigues' signature piece designed between 1956 and 1957, giving
Leather, Wood
$40,000
H 28.75 in W 75.2 in D 29.53 in
Paraty Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A refined expression of Rodrigues’ mastery of proportion and comfort, the Paraty sofa combines
Upholstery, Rosewood
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and brown velvet sofa produced by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, c. 1960. Vintage fabric
Fabric, Wood
$5,000 / item
H 28.35 in W 98.43 in D 30.71 in
The Lazy Sofa . Brazilian solid wood with linen upholstery
By Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Lazy Sofa is an exercise in slow time. A piece that rejects contemporary urgency and proposes
Linen, Wood
$23,100
H 21.66 in W 70.87 in D 34.65 in
"Toras" Sofa in Hardwood by Arthur Casas, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Arthur Casas
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This sofa is made out of steel and solid Cumaru wood, a typical hardwood from the northern part of
Steel
$20,000
H 29.9 in W 84.6 in D 33.5 in
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Beige Leather, Percival Lafer, 1967
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Designed as the “MP-13” model, this sofa reflects the disciplined material dialogue characteristic
Chrome
$16,000
H 29 in W 71 in D 30.3 in
1950 Brazilian Modern Sofa by Giuseppe Scapinelli in Rosewood & Bouclé
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
A refined study in line, proportion, and material intelligence, this rare sofa by Giuseppe
Bouclé, Hardwood
$23,317
H 26.78 in W 82.68 in D 30.71 in
Imbuia Wood Sofa by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazil, Dedar Milano Fabric
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Móveis Cimo / Sofa Imbuia Wood, Dedar Milano Fabric 1960s, Brazil Matching Pair of Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Imbuia
$15,000
H 29 in W 81 in D 27.6 in
Rino Levi Brazilian Mid-Century Sofa, Hardwood & Boucle, 1960s Design
By Rino Levi
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural expression of architectural modernism, this exceptional sofa by Rino Levi distills the
Bouclé, Hardwood
"Tonico" Sofa in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1960's
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Tonico sofa, designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in 1962, exemplifies the harmonious blend of
Leather, Hardwood, Suede
$35,693
H 34.65 in W 80.71 in D 33.47 in
Percival Lafer, Vintage MP-81 Sofa, 1970s, Brazil, Original Black Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Percival Lafer MP-81 Sofa Original Leather 1970s The MP-81 lounge sofa combines fiberglass shells
Leather, Wood
Sofa 'MP-13', by Percival Lafer, Mid-Century Brazilian Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-13 Sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, is a quintessential piece reflecting the Brazilian mid
Leather, Hardwood
$49,250
H 27.56 in W 137.8 in D 33.47 in
Celina Sofa by Muniz Zylberberg, Mid-Century Modern, Brazil, 1966
Located in Antwerp, BE
"Celina" Sofa by Muniz Zylberberg, a stunning piece of Brazilian Modernism designed in the 1960s
Marble
$15,000
H 28.35 in W 59.06 in D 32.29 in
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa designed by Liceu de Artes e Oficios in solid rosewood, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1960s. The
Leather, Rosewood
$53,200
H 25.2 in W 78.75 in D 34.26 in
Mid-Century Modern "Cubo" Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This recently upholstered cubo (Cube) sofa was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in the 1970s
Velvet, Wood
$25,000
H 28.3 in W 88.6 in D 33.1 in
"Pullman” Sofa in Olive Mohair with Rosewood Buttons, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
A refined expression of late Brazilian modernism, the “Pullman” sofa by Jorge Zalszupin captures
Hardwood, Mohair
$27,000
H 29.14 in W 65.75 in D 29.93 in
Vintage 'Mole' Solid Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Mole sofa is Sergio Rodrigues' signature piece designed between 1956 and 1957, giving
Leather, Rosewood
$15,963
H 27.56 in W 74.02 in D 31.5 in
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Vintage Sofa for Forma, 1958, Brazil, Cream Fabric
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler Sofa in Cream Fabric for Forma Brazil, 1958
Upholstery, Wood
$8,911 / item
H 25.6 in W 78.75 in D 32.29 in
Joaquim Sofa in Wood & Cotton Cane Inspired by Brazilian Modernism by +55design
By Bruno de Carvalho
Located in Jardim America, SP
Designed as a heartfelt tribute to his firstborn, the Joaquim sofa was created by the designer to
Cane, Hardwood
$27,500
H 29.5 in W 74 in D 27 in
“Concha” Sofa in Plum Mohair Velvet & Hardwood, Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
ergonomics, the Concha sofa stands as a compelling example of mid-century Brazilian design at its most
Hardwood, Mohair
$8,800
H 30 in W 82 in D 36 in
Rare Mid Century Modern Cube Leather sofa by Percival Lafer Brazil 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Amazing Mid Century Modern Cube Leather sofa Designed by Percival Lafer Made in Brazil. Cube
Leather, Wood
$21,000
H 31 in W 57 in D 31 in
Giuseppe Scapinelli Sofa in Solid Caviúna & Deep Aubergine Mohair, Brazil, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
A masterclass in sensual Brazilian modernism, this sculptural sofa exemplifies the refined
Mohair, Hardwood
$34,790
H 29.14 in W 66.93 in D 35.44 in
'Mole' Sofa in Leather, By Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Brazilian furniture but also a crowning achievement in the designer's illustrious career. This sofa
Leather, Hardwood
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Rosewood, Grey Fabric, Brazil, 1955
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in High Point, NC
A grey fabric and rosewood sofa designed and produced by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1955
Fabric, Rosewood
$25,000
H 29.5 in W 106.3 in D 31.5 in
Sergio Rodrigues “Caola” Sofa in Brazilian Rosewood and Green Linen, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
support, the Caola sofa represents Brazilian Modernism at its most humanistic—architectural, tactile, and
Fabric, Hardwood
$44,800
H 29.14 in W 100.01 in D 27.96 in
Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
production. Jorge Zalszupin designed the “801” sofa in the late 1950s for his Brazilian mid-century design
Rosewood, Fabric
Brazilian Mid Century Sofa Bed by Catalina S.A., c. 1960s
Located in New York, NY
artistic flair to create a focal point in any space. A Brazilian mid-century sofa like this will look great
Metal
$11,718
H 28.75 in W 91.74 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Rosewood Sofa, Liceu De Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s, Mid-Century
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Liceu de Artes e Oficios Vintage Sofa Rosewood, Fabric Brazil, 1950s
Upholstery, Hardwood
$30,800
H 25.01 in W 78.75 in D 34.26 in
Mid-Century Modern Cube Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
The cube sofa was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in the 1970s. The elegance, a feature
Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood
$30,800
H 25.01 in W 78.75 in D 34.26 in
Mid-Century Modern Cube Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
The cube sofa was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in the 1970s. The elegance, a feature
Wood, Fabric, Faux Leather
$24,500
H 29.5 in W 74.8 in D 28.7 in
1960's Brazilian Modern Sofa “Concha” in Hardwood & Fabric, by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available right now, this beautiful Brazilian modern sofa, designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in the
Fabric, Wood
$6,800
H 27.25 in W 86.25 in D 32 in
1960s MP 13 Sofa by Percival Lafer in Brazilian rosewood and grey fabric
By Percival Lafer
Located in Victoria, BC
The MP-13 sofa was designed by Percival Lafer in the 1960s and produced in Brazil. The design is
Fabric, Wood
$35,000
H 28 in W 108 in D 33 in
Brazilian Modern Sofa with Sculpted legs in Oatmeal Bouclé, JD Moveis, 1960s
By J.D. Moveis e Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
A refined expression of Brazilian modernism, this four-seat sofa by JD Móveis embodies the balance
Bouclé, Hardwood
$8,760
H 28.75 in W 70.08 in D 30.32 in
Grete Jalk Sofa in Caviúna, Manufactured in Brazil Móveis Ambiente for Rino Levi
By Grete Jalk
Located in Curitiba, PR
This elegant sofa was designed by Danish designer Grete Jalk and produced in Brazil by Móveis
Hardwood
$28,458 / item
H 28.35 in W 94.49 in D 30.32 in
Brazilian Mid-Century Cream Sofa by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner, Jacaranda wood
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
MArtin Eisler (1913-1977) & Carlo Hauner (1927-1997) Sofa (two units available) Manufactured by
Cotton, Velvet, Wood
$18,480
H 31.5 in W 64.18 in D 35.44 in
Sofa MP-163, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
design quality. Additionally, Lafer is one of the pioneers of the industrialization of Brazilian design
Steel
$32,000
H 30 in W 76 in D 38 in
Brazilian Modern “Stella” Three-Seat Sofa in Wood & Bouclé by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
of furniture rooted in Brazilian materials, craft traditions, and modes of living. The sofa
Bouclé, Hardwood
$37,240
H 26.38 in W 94.1 in D 30.71 in
Imbuia wood Sofa, Brazilian Design by Móveis Cimo, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Produced in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, this sofa structure is entirely made of
Brass
$15,000
H 29.93 in W 87.01 in D 27.17 in
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes e Oficios 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
three-seat sofa distills the formal restraint of Brazilian modernism into a long, quietly sculptural
Leather, Hardwood
$16,000
H 31 in W 73 in D 31 in
Sofa in Caviuna wood and Off-White Bouclé by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Designed in Brazil in the 1950s, this sofa by Giuseppe Scapinelli is a striking example of the
Bouclé, Hardwood
$11,750
H 31.1 in W 78 in D 29.5 in
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood and Leather by Michel Arnoult, c. 1960s
By Michel Arnoult
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Michel Arnoult in the 1960s, this sofa reflects the designer’s commitment to clarity of
Leather, Hardwood
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 80 in D 24 in
Mid Century Brutalist Sofa by Percival Lafer made in Brazil c 1970's
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Rare Brutalist Mid Century sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, made in Brazil, circa 1970's. The sofa
Leather
$35,000
H 28 in W 100 in D 33 in
Four-Seat Sofa in Brazilian Rosewood with Sculpted Back & Warm Bouclé, JD Moveis
By J.D. Moveis e Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
A refined expression of Brazilian modernism, this four-seat sofa pairs architectural clarity with
Metal
Brazilian Rosewood "Amazonas" Sofa by Jean Gillon for Italma
By Jean Gillon, Italma
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning vintage "Amazonas" sofa designed by Jean Gillon for Italma. Gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood
Fabric, Cord, Rosewood
1970s Brazilian Wood and Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Victoria, BC
One of the most comfortable sofas we’ve ever had the pleasure of offering, this stunning piece was
Wood
1970s Brazilian Wood and Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Victoria, BC
One of the most comfortable sofas we’ve ever had the pleasure of offering, this stunning piece was
Leather
$8,800
H 31.5 in W 72.05 in D 27.56 in
Sofa in wood and fabric, by Móveis Artísticos Z, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Mòveis Artisticos Z
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The sofa designed by H. Schnicker for Móveis Artísticos Z is a masterful representation of
Fabric, Hardwood
$9,000
H 31.11 in W 56.3 in D 29.93 in
Mid-Century Modern 'Linha Z' Lounge Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern 'Linha Z' Lounge Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s This 'Linha Z' sofa
Fabric, Wood
$25,000
H 32.29 in W 138.59 in D 31.5 in
Sofa in Rosewood & Bouclé by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Modern, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
This sofa is made with Rosewood and it has been reupholstered with a beautiful off-white boucle
Hardwood, Bouclé
$12,434Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 55.12 in D 33.47 in
Brazilian Design Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Costela Sofa, 1960s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Renens, CH
license in Italy during the 1960s by Forma Moveis, Brescia IT. The two seater sofa features a Brazilian
Metal
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
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