Pair of Armchairs from Hotel Nacional in Brasilia, c. 1960, Midcentury Brazilian
Located in New York, NY
This pair of charming armchairs made around 1960 were part of the furniture of the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, inaugurated on the first official anniversary of Brasília, on April 21,...
Linen, Hardwood
Pair of Armchairs from Hotel Nacional in Brasilia, c. 1960, Midcentury Brazilian
Located in New York, NY
This pair of charming armchairs made around 1960 were part of the furniture of the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, inaugurated on the first official anniversary of Brasília, on April 21,...
Hardwood, Linen
Caviuna Coffee Table from Hotel Nacional Brasilia circa 1960 Midcentury Brazil
Located in New York, NY
This coffee table belonged to Hotel Nacional, in Brasília, founded in 1961, which had its heyday in the 1960s and 1970s, receiving national and international personalities and offeri...
Formica, Hardwood
Jorge Zalszupin, Side Table, Cavuina, Formica, Brazil, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in High Point, NC
A caviuna wood, metal and white formica side table designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced for Hotel Nacional, 1960s. With a metal plate indicating the commission.
Formica, Wood
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Caviúna, Fabric, Brazil, 1961
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of caviúna wood and beige fabric lounge chairs designed and produced for the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, Brazil, c. 1961. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31” H x 27.5” W x 30.5”...
Fabric, Wood
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Caviúna, Fabric, Brazil, 1961
Located in High Point, NC
A caviúna wood and beige fabric lounge chair designed and produced for the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, Brazil, c. 1961. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5"H x 27.375"W x 30.0"D Seat...
Fabric, Wood
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Caviúna, Fabric, Brazil, 1961
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of caviúna wood and blue fabric lounge chairs designed and produced for the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, Brazil, c. 1961. In unrestored condition, touch ups and reupholstery r...
Fabric, Wood
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Caviúna & Olive Mohair, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Of particular significance, one of the chairs retains its original patrimony plaque from Hotel Nacional de Brasília, a rare surviving identifier that directly connects the pair to th...
Mohair, Hardwood
Jorge Zalszupin Armchair in Caviuna Wood & Taupe Upholstery, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jorge Zalszupin for the iconic Hotel Nacional in Rio de Janeiro, this armchair embodies the refined architectural language of Brazilian hospitality design in the 1970s.
Wool, Hardwood
Giuseppe Scapinelli. Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs in Caviúna Wood
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
A pair of vintage Brazilian modern design armchairs made for the Nacional Hotel in Brasília in solid caviúna wood.
Wood
Unavailable
H 18.25 in W 35 in D 19 in
Brazilian Caviuna Wood and Leather Ottoman by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of caviuna wood stools or ottomans with leather tops that flip up designed by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier for the Hotel Nacional, designed by Oscar Niemeyer, in Rio de Janeiro.
Leather, Wood
CubaStreet Number 14
By Tony Bonanno
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Havana's Malecón with the historic Hotel Nacional in the distance. Tony Bonanno had the foresight to visit Cuba with his cameras well before American tourism landed on Cuba's shores.
Archival Pigment
Sold
H 30.71 in W 23.63 in D 21.66 in
Jorge Zalszupin Caviuna Arm Chairs from 'Hotel Nacional' in Rio de Janeiro
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Curitiba, PR
This pair made up the decoration of the 'Hotel Nacional do Rio de Janeiro', a project by architect Oscar Niemeyer in the 60's.
Leather, Hardwood
Sold
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in
Hotel Nacional - Contemporary oil on canvas painting, Figurative, Landscape
By Alek Slon
Located in Warsaw, PL
Alek Slon (b. 1975) graduated from Accademia di Belle Arti in Rome (painting) and University of Warsaw (philosophy).
Oil, Board
Sold
H 16.93 in W 102.37 in D 17.72 in
"Nacional" Bench, by Ronald Sasson, 2022, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Ronald Sasson
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The creation and conception of the lines is a counterpoint to the Hotel Nacional", designed by the architect Oscar Niemayer.
Wood
BORDEL
By Jaimendes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expositions: Atellier Gian Franco-Roneca 1983 Casa de Portugal 1984 Hotel Othon Palace (Rio de Janeiro)1984 Hotel Nacional (Rio de Janeiro)1984 Galerias de Arte Borghese (Rio d...
Canvas, Oil
Sold
H 74 in Dm 85 in
Brazilian Modern Cocktail Table in Hardwood & White Top by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This piece belonged to the Hotel Nacional of São Conrado in Rio de Janeiro (designed by the famous architect Oscar Niemeyer in 1970) and contains the heritage plaque.
Steel
Sold
H 32.3 in W 73.6 in D 25.2 in
Midcentury Modern Desk in Hardwood & White Top by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This piece belonged to the Hotel Nacional of São Conrado in Rio de Janeiro (designed by famous architect Oscar Niemeyer in 1970) and contains the heritage plaque.
Formica, Hardwood
Sold
H 32.3 in W 73.6 in D 25.2 in
Jorge Zalszupin “Hotel Nacional” Executive Desk in Caviúna, Rio de Janeiro, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
A documented example from the iconic Hotel Nacional in São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro, this executive desk embodies the architectural discipline and material authority that defined Braz...
Formica, Hardwood
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Caviúna, Fabric, Brazil, 1961
Located in High Point, NC
A caviúna wood and beige fabric lounge chair designed and produced for the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, Brazil, c. 1961. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5"H x 27.375"W x 30.0"D Seat...
Fabric, Wood
Blue Fountain, Original Painting
By Leroy Burt
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments"One of my favorite fountains in downtown San Jose, Costa Rica, is located between the Gran Hotel and the Teatro Nacional on Avenida Central," shares artist Leroy Burt.
Acrylic
Lounge chair by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier, Brazil, 1950s, for the Hotel Nacional in Rio which was designed by Oscar Niemeyer.
Curved Long Bench by Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Paris, FR
Curved long bench specially designed by Carlo Hauner for the Hotel Nacional in Rio de Janeiro. The building was projected by Oscar Niemeyer in 1972.
Chrome
Rare Pendant Lamp attributed to Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce, 1950s
By Arredoluce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This rare pendant lamp, attributed to the renowned Italian manufacturer Arredoluce in the 1950s, is an exceptional example of mid-century Italian design. The lamp features a softly g...
Metal, Brass
$1,698 / item
H 28 in W 36 in D 6 in
Fireplace Screen in Metal with a Blackened Steel Finish Customizable
By Redsoul
Located in Seattle, WA
The Court Screen is a modern metal fireplace screen cover that can be used flush fitted into the fireplace opening or can stand right outside a fireplace opening. It protects from sp...
Steel
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$4,500 / set
H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Karl Anderson, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
Oak
$15,200
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 35.44 in
Gianfranco Frattini “Sesann” Sofa for Cassina, Cognac Leather, 1969
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Gianfranco Frattini “Sesann” Sofa for Cassina, cognac leather, Italy, 1969 Designed in 1969 by Gianfranco Frattini, the Sesann collection marked a turning point in upholstered furni...
Leather
$2,449 / set
H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 8.86 in
Pair of Modern Solid Brass Sconces in the Style of Hans Agne Jakobsson, EL135
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Modern Italian wall lights in the taste of Hans Agne Jakobsson's work. Structure and cup in solid brass and frosted glass disc. Excellent condition (modern creation), quantity on req...
Brass
$14,750 / item
H 13 in W 36 in D 52 in
Circular Coffee/Side Table Organic Black Modern Contemporary Blackened Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 15 - COFFEE TABLE J.M. Szymanski d. 2019 This Noguchi-inspired coffee table is handcrafted in 3/8” thick steel, with a natural black patina and wax finish, to create an u...
Steel, Iron
$6,950 / item
H 47.25 in Dm 21.66 in
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs. Also available in US wired.
Brass
$6,300 / item
H 16 in W 58 in D 32 in
Organic Shaped Modern Nesting Coffee Tables by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Organic shaped nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut, natural finish Table one: 58" x 32" x 16"H Table two: 46" x 25" x 13.5" If not in stock, current productio...
Hardwood, Walnut
$2,076 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$4,200 / set
H 31.89 in W 18.51 in D 21.26 in
Pair of French Art Deco Oakwood Dining Chairs by Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This dining chair was designed around 1930 by French designer Charles Dudouyt. It is an Art Deco design from a period just before the mid-century period, and while it still retains s...
Oak
$7,535 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
Brass
$16,564 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Wrought Iron Martini Table, Large
Located in London, GB
A wrought iron martini table, hand made in England to a 1940s original design. Shown here finished with a natural bronze patina. Available in bronze or black finishes. Large: 31 c...
Wrought Iron
$6,500 / set
H 36 in W 23.5 in D 32 in
Sculptural Pair Italian White Wood Elegant Lounge Chairs, 1960's, Italy
Located in New York, NY
This is a pair of beautiful deep and stylish lounge chairs. Incredible shape and newly upholstered and comfortable. Chic lines. These are imported from Italy.
Wood, Cotton
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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