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Joaquim Tenreiro Three-Seat Sofa, Brazil, 1954
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Joaquim Tenreiro Three seats sofa Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos Brazil, 1954
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Jacaranda

Joaquim Tenreiro Three-Seat Sofa, Brazil, 1954
Joaquim Tenreiro Three-Seat Sofa, Brazil, 1954
H 29.14 in W 30.32 in D 78.75 in
Curved Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s, Midcentury, Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) designed and produced the Curved Sofa in circa 1960, commercializing
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in London, GB
Rare sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro. Preserves traces of manufacture's label on the back.
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro
Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro
H 28.35 in W 76.38 in D 27.17 in
Joaquim Tenreiro Curva Sofa
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Joaquim Tenreiro was among the leading furniture designers and visual artists in mid-20th century
Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Jacaranda

Joaquim Tenreiro Curva Sofa
Joaquim Tenreiro Curva Sofa
H 25.99 in W 94.49 in D 37.41 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
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Joaquim Tenreiro Three-Seat Sofa, Brasil, 1954
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Joaquim Tenreiro Three seats sofa Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos Brasil, 1954
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Jacaranda

Joaquim Tenreiro Three-Seat Sofa, Brasil, 1954
Joaquim Tenreiro Three-Seat Sofa, Brasil, 1954
H 16.54 in W 78.75 in D 30.32 in
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Light Blue Fabric, Joaquim Tenreiro, c. 1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
This “Curva” (curve in Portuguese) sofa was designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in the 1950s for his own
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Midcentury Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Grey Velvet by Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil 1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available right now, this Brazilian modern sofa designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in the sixties is
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Midcentury Brazilian Sofa Design by Joaquim Tenreiro, Rosewood and Marble, 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Wood and Upholstery Restored. Marble in original condition Solid Rosewood structure, Rosewood veneers, Marble and Bossa Fabrics Upholstery.
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Marble

Canapé Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, Amoreira Wood, Cane, Mid-Century Modern, C.1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) is known as the “father” of Brazilian modernism, being one of the
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cane, Wood

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Grey Velvet by Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
by Joaquim Tenreiro in the sixties is gorgeous! The model is called “Concha” (Shell in Portuguese
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Hardwood & Glass, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
by Joaquim Tenreiro in the 1950s is nothing less than spectacular! The piece showcases a captivating
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Brazilian Mid-Century Bench in Hardwood, Attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960’s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
This bench is made with Brazilian rosewood (also known as jacaranda) and it has a stunning tone
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood

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
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Oscar Niemeyer Exceptional Sofa in Rosewood and Leather, Hotel SESC, Brazil 1990
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in New York, NY
Rodrigues and Joaquim Tenreiro, he also incorporated what he considered a specifically Carioca joy and sense
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1990s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Fabric by Liceu de Artes, c. 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
next to a coffee table designed by Joaquim Tenreiro and a pair of armchairs by Geraldo de Barros. A
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Leather by Jean Gillon, 1970, Brazil
By Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
sofa with two “Concha” armchairs by Joaquim Tenreiro and one of Scapinelli’s iconic “spider like
Category

Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Tonico Sofa in Pau Ferro
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
as Joaquim Tenreiro, Lina Bo Bardi, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, Jorge Zalszupin, Sergio Rodrigues
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Tonico Sofa in Pau Ferro
Tonico Sofa in Pau Ferro
H 96 in W 207 in D 81 in
Sergio Rodrigues Sofa Parati, Circa 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
designer. Along with Joaquim Tenreiro and José Zanine Caldas, Rodrigues was the pioneer to transform the
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Sergio Rodrigues Sofa Parati, Circa 1963
Sergio Rodrigues Sofa Parati, Circa 1963
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood, Chrome, and White Formica by Forma, 1960s
By Forma Brazil
Located in New York, NY
excellent condition and adding to its allure. Paired beautifully with the Sofá Concha by Joaquim Tenreiro
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Jean Gillon for Probel Leather and Brazilian Rosewood Sofa, c. 1970, Signed
By Probel, Jean Gillon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare Brazilian Modern sofa is by Jean Gillon for Probel and features a gorgeous Brazilian
Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Martin Eisler & Carlos Hauner Model "Reversible" modern Brazilian armchair 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil
Located in Barcelona, ES
and upholstery. In addition to designer Joaquim Tenreiro’s store (1906-1992), in Rio de Janeiro, which
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Brazilian Modern Magazine Rack in Hardwood, Brazil, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
designed by Joaquim Tenreiro and a beautiful coffee table by Giuseppe Scapinelli and the combo looks
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Lounge Chair in hardwood by Moveis Cimo, Brazil, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
piece. This beautiful piece is showcased next to a Joaquim Tenreiro sofa, a Jorge Zalszupin coffee
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Side Table in Hardwood & Marble by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
next to sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, a coffee table and armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin and a sculptural
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Hardwood & Marble, Jean Gillon, 1968, Brazil
By Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
showcased with a “Concha” set (Sofa, Armchairs) from Joaquim Tenreiro and it looks stellar. This piece
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Two Tones of Hardwood by G. Scapinelli, Brazil
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
showcased in our gallery next to a Jean Gillon leather sofa and two Joaquim Tenreiro Concha armchairs, and
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of "Diz" Armchairs in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, 2001, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Paulistana armchair by Jorge Zalszupin and Curva Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro and the convo looks nothing less
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Early 2000s Brazilian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Hardwood & Glass, Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
table is showcased in our gallery next to a Joaquim Tenreiro “Concha'' sofa and two armchairs from the
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Brazilian Rosewood Armchair by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
. During these golden years of production many sofas, armchairs, credenzas by many Brazilian young
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mid-century Modern “Sabara” Side Tables in Rosewood Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
. This set is showcased in our showroom next to a blue sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, a set of armchairs and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Brazilian Modern “Jangada” Armchair & Stool in Hardwood & Leather, Jean Gillon
By Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
can be seen in other brazilian icons like Sergio Rodrigues, the Tres Pies chair of Joaquim Tenreiro or
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Natural Fiber, Hardwood, Wood

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Beige Linen by Liceu De Artes, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
displayed in our showroom next to a Joaquim Tenreiro Concha sofa, a Scapinelli coffee table and a Jorge
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Adjustable Floor Lamp in Brass & Wood Detail, Unknown, c. 1960
Located in New York, NY
beautiful piece next a sofa from Liceu de Artes e Oficios and a Coffee Table from Joaquim Tenreiro and the
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Branco e Preto 'Carlos Milan' Brazilian mid-century coffee table jacaranda, 1950
By Branco & Preto, Carlos Milan
Located in Barcelona, ES
furniture options were quite limited in Brasil at the time, there was Joaquim Tenreiro’s store (1906-1992
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Jacaranda

Branco e Preto Pair of Modern Brazilian Armchairs solid jacaranda wood, fabric
By Branco & Preto
Located in Barcelona, ES
and upholstery. In addition to designer Joaquim Tenreiro’s store (1906-1992), in Rio de Janeiro, which
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Jacaranda

Two-Seat Sofa with Rosewood Frame Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa with rosewood frame and upholstered cushions. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas

Materials

Rosewood

Joaquim Tenreiro, Modern Sofa
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This sofa made by Joaquim Tenreiro is very clean and elegant. The piece belongs to a house
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Joaquim Tenreiro, Modern Sofa
Joaquim Tenreiro, Modern Sofa
H 26.78 in W 32.29 in D 86.62 in
Sofa Curved by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Four-seat curved sofa in linen upholstery with jacaranda legs. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Sofa Curved by Joaquim Tenreiro
Sofa Curved by Joaquim Tenreiro
H 27.17 in W 92.52 in D 29.53 in
Brazilian Midcentury, Rosewood Armchair, Joaquim Tenreiro, circa 1950
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This amazing armchair is a modern piece made by Tenreiro and the sofa model is catalogued at book
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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Sofa Curva by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in PARIS, FR
Sofa model "Curva", 4 seats Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos Brazil, 1950 Vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Sofa Curva by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
Sofa Curva by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
H 25.99 in W 94.49 in D 31.5 in
Brazilian Midcentury, Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1954
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Brazilian midcentury sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1954. Material: linen and jacaranda.
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Jacaranda

Brazilian Modern Cane Three Seat Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, Early 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
by Joaquim Tenreiro, early 1960s. This three seat sofa is amongst the most minimal and well executed
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Hardwood, Cane

Two-Seat Sofa, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The simple lines and the overall lightness of the sofa are both signatures of Joaquim Tenreiro
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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Joaquim Tenreiro Free-Form Sofa in Pau Marfim Wood, Brazil, Late 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This beautiful free-form sofa has the structure built in Pau Marfim wood, with sturdy faceted
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Hardwood

Large Sofa with Side Tables, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Extremely rare sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro. With 4 meters width, this elegant bench, made in solid
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cedar

Two Seater Sofa, wooden frame and upholsterd cushions, by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Whitstable, GB
Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in the 1960s, this sculptural piece is a great example of Tenreiro
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Jacaranda Brazilian Modern Sofa
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegantly crafted Brazilian sofa. The sculptural frame is fabricated from Jacaranda and displays a
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Jacaranda

Jacaranda Brazilian Modern Sofa
Jacaranda Brazilian Modern Sofa
H 29 in W 66 in D 30.5 in
Brazilian Modern Pair of Cane Lounge Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro, Early 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
produced by Joaquim Tenreiro, early 1960s. These lounge chairs are amongst the most minimal and well
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Amazing 60's Jacaranda Set by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing 60's jacaranda set by Joaquim Tenreiro consisting of a three-seat sofa, two armchairs, and
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Living Room Sets

Materials

Jacaranda, Cane, Glass

Sofa in Wood and Fabric, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
constructed and fits four people comfortably. (It strongly resembles the work of the Brazilian Joaquim
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sofa in Wood and Fabric, Brazil, 1960s
Sofa in Wood and Fabric, Brazil, 1960s
H 27.56 in W 90.56 in D 27.56 in
Tonico Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues for Brazilian Imports, circa 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
designers such as Joaquim Tenreiro, Jorge Zalszupin, Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer, Giuseppe Scapinelli
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Jacaranda, Rosewood

'Presidencial' Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier Brazil, c. 1960, Signed
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
other Brazilian Modern pieces from designers such as Sergio Rodrigues, Joaquim Tenreiro, Giuseppe
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Odilon Sofa, by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The beautiful Brazilian hardwood sofa created by the Brazilian architect and designer Sérgio
Category

Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

MP-81 Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
as Joaquim Tenreiro, Lina Bo Bardi, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, Jorge Zalszupin, Sergio Rodrigues
Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

MP-81 Sofa by Percival Lafer
MP-81 Sofa by Percival Lafer
H 33.86 in W 35.04 in L 33.86 in
"Tonico" Sofá by Sergio Rodrigues Circa 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
, 2014) was a Brazilian carioca architect and designer. Along with Joaquim Tenreiro and José Zanine
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

"Tonico" Sofá by Sergio Rodrigues Circa 1965
"Tonico" Sofá by Sergio Rodrigues Circa 1965
H 35.44 in W 86.62 in D 33.47 in
Curved Italian Sofa 60's
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
as Joaquim Tenreiro, Lina Bo Bardi, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, Jorge Zalszupin, Sergio Rodrigues
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Curved Italian Sofa 60's
Curved Italian Sofa 60's
H 31.89 in W 97.25 in D 32.68 in
Sergio Rodrigues Oscar arm chairs OCA Brazil 1956
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
in unique and creative ways. Alongside Joaquim Tenreiro and Jorge Zalszupin, Rodrigues played a key
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Rosewood

Sofa Curva by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in PARIS, FR
Sofa model "Curva", 4 seats Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos Brazil, 1950 Vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Sofa Curva by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
Sofa Curva by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960
H 25.99 in W 94.49 in D 31.5 in
Joaquim Tenreiro Four-Seat Linen Sofa on Jacaranda Legs
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
A lengthy four-seat sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, produced circa 1950s, upholstered in off-white linen
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Jacaranda, Rosewood

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