Lev Smarcevscki (1924-2004) was a Ukrainian-born architect who immigrated to Brazil at age three , settling in Salvador, Bahia, in 1942. Though he did not hold a formal university degree, he took non-degree courses in architecture and painting in Rio de Janeiro and worked as a draftsman. A pivotal 1948 trip to France proved transformative; he discovered the work of Le Corbusier, which had a "clear—and confessed—influence" on his shift to a modern architectural language.
Beginning in 1949, Smarcevscki partnered with Antônio Rebouças and Francisco Lemos de Santana in the firm "Engenharia, Arquitetura e Urbanismo Ltda.". This partnership designed several of Salvador's most significant modern residences between 1948 and 1952, introducing a new architectural vocabulary to the city. His work gained national recognition, with two of his homes exhibited at the I Bienal de São Paulo in 1951. Smarcevscki was also a key figure in Bahian modern furniture design, co-founding the Indústria de Móveis Ralf Ltda.
Armchair by Lev Smarcevscki, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1950s
By Lev Smarcevscki
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare example of Lev Smarcevscki’s sculptural approach to functional design, this 1950s armchair exemplifies the experimental spirit of postwar Brazilian modernism. Its structure ar...
Metal
On Hold|$22,400 / set
H 58 in W 70 in D 69 in
1950s Brazilian Modern Armchairs by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This rare pair armchairs was designed by Martin Eisler, in collaboration with Carlo Hauner, and produced by Forma in Brazil during the 1950s—a pivotal period in the development of Br...
Metal
$1,570
H 40.16 in W 26.19 in D 29.14 in
French Mid-century modern Steel Armchair by Colette Gueden, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful French collectible mid-century lounge chair or armchair by Colette Gueden in a tubular black re-lacquered steel frame and light green upholstery. In fully restored conditio...
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bouclè Curved Armchair, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Armchair with curved backrest and rounded shape, Italian design from the 50s. The armchair has been completely renovated in our laboratories, with new padding and springs for maximum...
Bouclé, Beech
$9,500
H 33 in W 28 in D 33 in
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Caviuna & Boucle by Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
This chair features a sturdy frame made from Caviuna hardwood, complemented by a seat and backrest upholstered in luxurious off white boucle. The curved design of the seat and backre...
Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Armchair by DUX, Sweden, 1950s
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Göteborg, SE
A timeless Mid-Century Modern armchair produced by Swedish manufacturer DUX in the 1950s. This sculptural lounge chair features a beautifully crafted solid birch frame with gently cu...
Textile, Birch
Brazilian Designer, Armchair, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood, metal and green fabric armchair or side chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Minor wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair conditi...
Wood, Fabric
$15,000
H 29.9 in W 28.3 in D 26.8 in
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Fabric by Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Pair of Armchairs in Hardwood and Fabric by Giuseppe Scapinelli, c. 1950s, is nothing less than gorgeous!...
Hardwood, Ultrasuede
$22,150
H 28.75 in W 51.58 in D 31.5 in
Reversivel Armchair, Martin Eisler, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern, circa 1950
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Martin Eisler designed this sculptural armchair in 1955. This piece is considered one of the most iconic armchairs of Brazilian Modern Design. The uniqueness of this armchair lies in...
Brass, Iron
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Bentwood by Cimo, c. 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional armchair, crafted by renowned Brazilian designer Cimo in the 1950s, showcases an exquisite sculptural form and is constructed entirely of beautiful bentwood.The armc...
Bentwood
$5,000
H 33.5 in W 22.4 in D 22.8 in
Brazilian Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs in Cane & Iron by Carlo Hauner, c. 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs in Cane & Iron by Carlo Hauner, c. 1950s, is nothing less than go...
Iron
$8,000 / set
H 29.53 in W 26.38 in D 32.29 in
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Brazilian Designer, Brazil, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1960s Armchair from the late 1960s, manufactured by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil. Structure in ebonized...
Fabric, Wood
$10,000 / set
H 35 in W 25 in D 24 in
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs Cane & Iron, Carlo Hauner, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
These armchairs feature an iron structure with four legs, a tall backrest, a curved seat, and wide armrests with caning. The cane and iron are in their original condition and complem...
Iron