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Safari Lounge Chair in Oak and Leather by Carl Straub, Sergio Rodrigues Style
Safari Lounge Chair in Oak and Leather by Carl Straub, Sergio Rodrigues Style

Safari Lounge Chair in Oak and Leather by Carl Straub, Sergio Rodrigues Style

By Carl Straub, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Straub lounge chair with a safari-inspired silhouette referencing Sergio Rodrigues' Mole chair.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Sergio Rodrigues Mole / Sheriff Chair and Ottoman, Jacaranda, Leather, 1960's
Sergio Rodrigues Mole / Sheriff Chair and Ottoman, Jacaranda, Leather, 1960's

Sergio Rodrigues Mole / Sheriff Chair and Ottoman, Jacaranda, Leather, 1960's

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Culver City, CA

The origin of this design traces back to the Mole chair, created in 1957 and produced in 1958.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair, Brasil, circa 1955
Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair, Brasil, circa 1955

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair, Brasil, circa 1955

By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Internationally recognized as one of Brazil's most influential modern designers, Rodrigues' most famous project is undoubtedly the Mole chair (1957), which won first prize in the 196...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Textile, Jacaranda

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, circa 1955
Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, circa 1955

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, circa 1955

By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Internationally recognized as one of Brazil's most influential modern designers, Rodrigues' most famous project is undoubtedly the Mole chair (1957), which won first prize in the 196...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Textile, Jacaranda

'Mole' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1950s
'Mole' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1950s

'Mole' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1950s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1957, this iconic Mole lounge chair embodies the essence of Brazilian mid-century modernism.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Jangada Chair by Jean Gillon, 1960's, Brazilian Modern
Jangada Chair by Jean Gillon, 1960's, Brazilian Modern

Jangada Chair by Jean Gillon, 1960's, Brazilian Modern

By Jean Gillon

Located in Culver City, CA

His most famous creation, the Mole Chair, was all about comfort and laid-back luxury, with soft, slouchy cushions held together by rich wood frames.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa, Jacaranda Rosewood, Leather, 1960's
Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa, Jacaranda Rosewood, Leather, 1960's

Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa, Jacaranda Rosewood, Leather, 1960's

By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Culver City, CA

Made by hand from Jacaranda, also known as Brazilian Rosewood, this sofa and the Mole chair have since become true icons of design.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Oak, Leather Easy Chairs by OCA, 1970s
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Oak, Leather Easy Chairs by OCA, 1970s

Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Oak, Leather Easy Chairs by OCA, 1970s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The leather is fastened to the frame using distinctive cut-outs and lacing techniques—elements typical of Rodrigues’ most iconic seating designs, such as the Mole and Sheriff chairs....

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

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Sergio Rodrigues Walnut and Leather Sheriff Chair with Ottoman
Sergio Rodrigues Walnut and Leather Sheriff Chair with Ottoman

Sergio Rodrigues Walnut and Leather Sheriff Chair with Ottoman

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Portland, OR

This design won First Place in the 6th Concorso International held in Italy, 1961, and is part of the MOMA Permanent Collection. The Sheriff Chair, also called the Mole Chair, is an ...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mole (ex-sheriff) Chair And Ottoman By Sergio Rodrigues
Mole (ex-sheriff) Chair And Ottoman By Sergio Rodrigues

Mole (ex-sheriff) Chair And Ottoman By Sergio Rodrigues

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H 28.35 in W 30.71 in D 33.86 in

Mole (ex-sheriff) Chair And Ottoman By Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in London, GB

Classic mid-century modern piece by Brazilian design giant Sergio Rodrigues modernly produced by Sergio Rodrigues' manufacturing company in Brazil

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Lounge Chairs

19702 brown leather and wood Lounge Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
19702 brown leather and wood Lounge Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues

19702 brown leather and wood Lounge Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues

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H 26.78 in W 26.78 in D 26.78 in

19702 brown leather and wood Lounge Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

The studied architect was mainly active inside interior design. His chair Mole gained him immediate fame and until today belongs to the permanent exhibition of the Museum of Modern A...

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Mole chair with stool OCA Brazil 1957
Sergio Rodrigues Mole chair with stool OCA Brazil 1957

Sergio Rodrigues Mole chair with stool OCA Brazil 1957

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Iconic Mole chair and footstool designed by Sergio Rodrigues and manufactured by OCA in Brazil in 1957.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Mole Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues
Mole Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues

Mole Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues

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H 29.5 in W 44 in D 44 in

Mole Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Solid lathed hardwood frame, crossbars allowing for the passage of sole leather straps adjusted with lathed studs forming the membrane for the seat, back, and arm cushions, joined in...

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20th Century Brazilian Lounge Chairs

Katita Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
Katita Chair by Sergio Rodrigues

Katita Chair by Sergio Rodrigues

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H 19 in W 26 in D 19 in

Katita Chair by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Long Island City, NY

Rodrigues is best known for his iconic "Mole" chair, which exemplifies his use of rich, natural materials and a focus on comfort and craftsmanship.

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Iconic "Mocho" Stool by Sergio Rodrigues 'OCA'
Iconic "Mocho" Stool by Sergio Rodrigues 'OCA'

Iconic "Mocho" Stool by Sergio Rodrigues 'OCA'

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in London, England

He garnered wider worldwide acclaim with his “Mole” chair. Other noteworthy Rodrigues designs include the “Chifruda”, a horned chair, and the “Diz”, a sleek reclining wooden chair.

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Rosewood

Early Jacaranda "Mole" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1963
Early Jacaranda "Mole" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1963

Early Jacaranda "Mole" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1963

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Hamburg, PA

Early version of the original vintage Jacaranda lounge chair and ottoman from the "Mole" ("Soft, Sloppy, Easy") series featuring the father of Brazilian furniture, Sergio Rodrigues.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Jacaranda

Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Mole Armchairs
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Mole Armchairs

Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Mole Armchairs

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H 33 in W 45 in D 35 in

Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Mole Armchairs

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Mole armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues. Very comfortable for lounging. This is the iconic armchairs that put this famous Brazilian designer on the world map. Seat height is 18 in...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo Sheriff Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Signed 1950s
Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo Sheriff Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Signed 1950s

Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo Sheriff Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Signed 1950s

By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Milano, IT

Large and comfortable Lounge chair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues for the manufacture of Isa Bergamo under the name MOLE chair or Sheriff.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues "Mole" Sofa, Lounge Chairs & Ottoman
Sergio Rodrigues "Mole" Sofa, Lounge Chairs & Ottoman

Sergio Rodrigues "Mole" Sofa, Lounge Chairs & Ottoman

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Fabulous Original “Mole” Living Room Suite by the iconic Brazilian Architect and Designer Sergio Rodrigues circa 1957.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair in new leather
Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair in new leather

Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair in new leather

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in San Diego, CA

Probably his best known design is the “Mole”, or Soft Chair, also known as the Sheriff chair: Our version originates from the 1960s and was produced by ISA, Italy.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Elm

Mid-century modern Brazilian 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by  Sergio Rodrigues
Mid-century modern Brazilian 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by  Sergio Rodrigues

Mid-century modern Brazilian 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Antwerp, BE

Originally nick named the “Poltrona Mole” a.k.a. soft chair The heavy overhanging cushions in black leather are held in place with beautiful cognac leather webbing that provide stun...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Stunning Leather 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, ISA, Italy, 1961
Stunning Leather 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, ISA, Italy, 1961

Stunning Leather 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, ISA, Italy, 1961

By Arredamenti ISA, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

The oversized sling lounges were referred to as the "floppy" chairs by the woodworkers who made them, thus acquiring the name Poltrona Mole or Soft Chair.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rosewood Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair and Ottoman with new Leather upholstery
Rosewood Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair and Ottoman with new Leather upholstery

Rosewood Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair and Ottoman with new Leather upholstery

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in San Diego, CA

Probably his best known design is the “Mole”, or Soft Chair also known as the Sheriff chair: Our version originates from the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Sheriff Lounge Chair with ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo 1960s
Sheriff Lounge Chair with ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo 1960s

Sheriff Lounge Chair with ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Originally nicknamed “Mole armchair” or “soft chair” for its decidedly relaxed style and large wide cushion.

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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

'I shot the' Leather 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, ISA, Italy 1961
'I shot the' Leather 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, ISA, Italy 1961

'I shot the' Leather 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, ISA, Italy 1961

By Arredamenti ISA, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

The oversized sling lounges were referred to as the "floppy" chairs by the woodworkers who made them, thus acquiring the name Poltrona Mole or Soft Chair.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Midcentury Brazilian wood Percival Lafer Leather Armchairs, 1975
Pair of Midcentury Brazilian wood Percival Lafer Leather Armchairs, 1975

Pair of Midcentury Brazilian wood Percival Lafer Leather Armchairs, 1975

By Percival Lafer

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Around that time, Rodrigues, eight years Lafer’s senior, introduced his now-iconic Mole chair, which Lafer notes "influenced not only me, but a whole generation."

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood &  Fabric by Liceu de Artes, 1960, Brazil
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood &  Fabric by Liceu de Artes, 1960, Brazil

Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood & Fabric by Liceu de Artes, 1960, Brazil

Located in New York, NY

This piece encapsulates the Brazilian Modern design of the sixties in a superb way: The bowling pin legs seen in many Brazilian design icons like the Mole armchair, a rocking chair s...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

1960s Brazilian Drinks Trolley Bar Cart Designed by Sergio Rodrigues
1960s Brazilian Drinks Trolley Bar Cart Designed by Sergio Rodrigues

1960s Brazilian Drinks Trolley Bar Cart Designed by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in London, GB

Rodrigues made his mark on the international design scene as the creator of the Poltrona Mole (1957) lounge chair, which was awarded first prize at the International Furniture Compet...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Jacaranda

Early Mischievous / Mole Chair by Brazilian Sergio Rodrigues in Black Leather
Early Mischievous / Mole Chair by Brazilian Sergio Rodrigues in Black Leather

Early Mischievous / Mole Chair by Brazilian Sergio Rodrigues in Black Leather

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in London, GB

Iconic Mischievous or Mole armchair by Rodrigues, designed in Brazil 1957.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa in Jacaranda Rosewood Boucle, Signed, 1960's
Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa in Jacaranda Rosewood Boucle, Signed, 1960's

Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa in Jacaranda Rosewood Boucle, Signed, 1960's

By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo

Located in Culver City, CA

Sergio was told the chair couldn't compete because the Mole chair's design was already a "known" design as it was already a couple years old.

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Jacaranda

Sergio Rodrigues Midcentury Rosewood Mole / Sheriff Chair, Brazil, circa 1962
Sergio Rodrigues Midcentury Rosewood Mole / Sheriff Chair, Brazil, circa 1962

Sergio Rodrigues Midcentury Rosewood Mole / Sheriff Chair, Brazil, circa 1962

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Camden, ME

A solid rosewood Sheriff chair by Brazilian designer Sergio Rodrigues purchased in the 1960s. Both the Brazilian Jacaranda frame and the original leather strapping have been re-oile...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage 'Mole' Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues
Vintage 'Mole' Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues

Vintage 'Mole' Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

In 1961 the "Mole" was prized at the IV Furniture Bienal in Italy.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Angel Pazmiño "Butterfly" Folding Chair, Tooled Leather and Mahogany, 1960's
Angel Pazmiño "Butterfly" Folding Chair, Tooled Leather and Mahogany, 1960's

Angel Pazmiño "Butterfly" Folding Chair, Tooled Leather and Mahogany, 1960's

By Angel Pazmino

Located in Culver City, CA

His most famous work, the "Mole Chair," is an icon—think low-slung, effortlessly cool, and ridiculously comfortable.

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Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues

Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) signature piece designed in 1957, the "Mole" Armchair – which means "soft" in Portuguese – is composed of a solid rounded Rosewood frame, adjustable leat...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil

Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Sergio Rodrigues created the "Mole'' concept between 1956 and 1957 at the photographer Otto Stupakoff's request, who wanted a two-seater sofa for his studio. The sofa should have cus...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil

Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Sergio Rodrigues signature piece designed in 1957, the "Mole" Armchair – which means "soft" in Portuguese – is composed of a solid rounded Rosewood frame, adjustable leather support ...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

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Mole Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mole chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, every mole chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mole chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each mole chair bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mole chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Sergio Rodrigues produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mole Chair?

A mole chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $12,000, while the lowest priced sells for $6,141 and the highest can go for as much as $28,500.

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