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Martin Eisler Chairs

Austrian, 1913-1977

Martin Eisler was an influential figure in mid-century modern furniture design, particularly within the Brazilian design movement. Born in Vienna, Austria, in 1913, Eisler was part of a generation of European architects and designers whose work and lives were profoundly affected by the upheaval of the Second World War. His father was the art historian Max Eisler, a founding member of the Austrian Werkbund, which likely influenced Eisler's early exposure to design and architecture.

It was in Brazil that Eisler's design sensibilities fully blossomed. He met Carlo Hauner, with whom he would form a formidable partnership, founding the iconic Brazilian furniture company Forma. Their designs are celebrated for integrating Brazilian materials and craftsmanship with modernist design principles, creating furniture that was both accessible and aesthetically sophisticated.

Eisler's furniture designs, such as the Reversível and Costela chairs, are lauded for their innovative use of materials and form. His work often featured Brazilian woods and thin tubular frames, showcasing a finesse in blending structure with visual lightness. The collaboration between Eisler and Hauner was marked by a shared vision that helped define Brazilian mid-century modern design, making it distinctive and sought after globally.

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(Biography provided by Herança Cultural)

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Creator: Martin Eisler
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler

Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler

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Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler

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Tacchini Costela Chair with Ottoman in Green Bryony Fabric by Martin Eisler

Tacchini Costela Chair with Ottoman in Green Bryony Fabric by Martin Eisler

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Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1950

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Set of 7 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler

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Martin Eisler chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Martin Eisler chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Martin Eisler chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 4 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original chairs by Martin Eisler were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Geraldo de Barros, Giuseppe Scapinelli, and Jorge Zalszupin. Prices for Martin Eisler chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,532 and can go as high as $82,590, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,272.