Martin Eisler Seating
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
Pair of 'Reversível' Armchair by Martin Eisler, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
By Martin Eisler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exceptional pair of Reversível armchairs by Martin Eisler embodies the poetic tension and sensual curvature that define his most iconic designs. Created in the 1950s, the chairs...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Seating
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Metal
COSTELA Lounge Chair designed by Martin Eisler in 1952, made by Tacchini
By Martin Eisler, Tacchini
Located in Carson, CA
Costela is an armchair with an unmistakable history: elegant and informal, it is an icon of Brazilian design from the 1950s, blending sensual aesthetics with natural materiality in a...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
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Metal
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair Designed by Martin Eisler
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An elegant yet informal armchair. With its sensual aesthetic, natural materials and intelli...
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2010s Italian Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric
NEW Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler in Stock
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
walnut frame -
upholstered in Descampsia 11
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An elegant yet informal armchair. With its sen...
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2010s Italian Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Tacchini Costela Chair with Ottoman in Green Bryony Fabric by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler, Tacchini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An elegant yet informal armchair. With its sensual aesthetic, natural materials and intelli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Martin Eisler Seating
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Fabric
$8,096 Sale Price / item
15% Off
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An elegant yet informal armchair. With its sensual aesthetic, natural materials and intel...
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2010s Italian Martin Eisler Seating
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Fabric
Authentic Costela Chair by Martin Eisler for Móveis Artesanal
By Martin Eisler
Located in Victoria, BC
Offered here is an exceedingly rare and fully authenticated Costela (Rib) Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler for Móveis Artesanal, Brazil, circa 1950s. This sculptural masterpiece is a la...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
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Wood
Customizable Tacchini Reversível Armchair by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
Fruit of the creative genius of the architect and designer Martin Eisler, Reversível is an historic piece of Carioca design, and Tacchini fell in love with its incredibly innovative style. With the simplicity of its lines and movement, this armchair transforms with casual elegance. The dynamic, flexible reissue of Reversível offers dual comfort with two possible seat positions, to sit in the chair with the back upright, or really relax in a semi-reclining position, parallel with the backrest. The simple, natural movement makes it seem an obvious solution, but it actually represents as ground-breaking an intuition now as then. This original, informal seat with its distinctive lines is completed with a metal structure and fabric coverings. Reversível bears witness to the soft, sensuality of Brazilian 1950s design, a combination of tradition and creativity, folk craft and visionary innovation.
To celebrate the rebirth of the iconic Reversível armchair in the brand new Classics...
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2010s Italian Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Pair of Modernist Lounge Chairs, by Martin Eisler, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This pair of lounge chairs designed by Martin Eisler showcase the mid-century modern Brazilian style with a classic yet innovative design that harmonizes form and function.
These pi...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Seating
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Fabric
'Reversível' Lounge Chair, Martin Eisler, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Designed by the influential modernist Martin Eisler in the 1960s, the "Reversível" lounge chair is an iconic piece of Brazilian mid-century design. A perfect marriage of form and fun...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of 8 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Set of 8 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
$94,158 / set
Single Armchair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury, 1955
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous armchair was designed by Martin Eisler and manufactured by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in 1955. The piece is composed of an iron structure with brass tips and t...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
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Iron
Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler in Stock
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
walnut frame -
upholstered in Lars 02 -
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An elegant yet informal armchair. With its sensual...
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2010s Italian Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rare Chaise Lounge by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, circa 1954, Móveis Artesanal
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This chaise Lounge is one of the fantastic designs by Martin Eisler (1913-1977) and produced by Móveis Artesanal and then Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte. Galeria Artesanal, the first showroom that presented the furniture and objects created by Moveis Artesanal and HG Ceramica, used to sell this design.
The traditional chaises...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of 5 Brazilian High Stools, Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Forma S.A. c1954
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous high stool was designed by Martin Eisler and manufactured by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in circa 1955. The piece is composed of an iron structure with brass ti...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Iron
Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This rare sofa was designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, a company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927- 1996) and Martin Eisler (1913- 1977). This piece is an icon and illustrates some ...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Reversivel Armchair, Martin Eisler, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern, circa 1950
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
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...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Brass, Iron
Martin Eisler, Large bench with polychrome wood seat and cut glass top
By Martin Eisler
Located in Milano, IT
COS-2639
Martin Eisler (1913-1977)
Large bench with polychrome wood seat and cut glass top with metal structure designed for a private residence. Three uprights in stained chestnut ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Glass
Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler in Stock
By Martin Eisler, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
walnut frame -
upholstered in Costella chair
Kvadrat/RAF Simons Vidar 4 Col. 526
Walnut Frame
Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s de...
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2010s Italian Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Concha Wicker Armchairs Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler circa 1953 Brazil
By Carlo Hauner, Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This armchair is a gorgeous version of Concha, one of the most iconic pieces designed by Martin Eisler (1913-1977), with a single seat and backrests made with wicker.
"Concha" is ...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Iron
Martin Eisler, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Brazil, 1950s
By Martin Eisler
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of grey fabric and wood lounge chairs designed by Martin Eisler and produced by Forma, Brazil, c. 1950s.
Vintage fabric in fair condition, ideally reupholstered.
Overall Dim...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
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Fabric, Wood
Pair of Armchairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury, 1955
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This stunning armchair was produced by the Brazilian Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s, a company directed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler. The piece is made of an iron structure and upholstered seats and backrests.
This singular design consists of upholstered geometrical backs and armrests with shapes that embrace the body. Indeed, a very comfortable and elegant piece.
Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte was one of the pioneer companies and manufactured a few icons of Brazilian design history, such as the Costela Armchair designed by Eisler and the iconic chair that illustrates Móveis Artesanal's logotype designed by Hauner.
The piece is in its original condition. Restoration...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Iron
Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1950
By Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning and comfortable ‘Concha’ (shell) lounge chair designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler and manufactured by Forma Moveis, Brazil 1950. This chair has a solid steel structur...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Metal
Caviuna Wood Slatted Bench by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955, Midcentury
By Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
The powerful partnership between Carlo Hauner (1927-1996) and Martin Eisler (1913-1977) in the 1950s as Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte's creative directors resulted in many incr...
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1650s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Antique Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of High Armchairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Design
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This stunning armchair was produced by the Brazilian Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s. The piece is made of an iron structure and upholstered seats and backrests.
...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Iron
Armchair in fabric Tacchini Reversível design Martin Eisler
By Tacchini, Martin Eisler
Located in Alcamo, IT
The Reversível armchair, designed by Martin Eisler (1955/2019), is a masterpiece of 1950s Brazilian design, reinterpreted with contemporary elegance. Its clean lines, fluid movement,...
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2010s Italian Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Steel
Armchair in fabric Calantha Tacchini Reversível design Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler, Tacchini
Located in Alcamo, IT
Reversível - Icon of Design by Martin Eisler for Tacchini
Elevate your interiors with the Reversível armchair, a masterpiece of 1950s Brazilian design reinterpreted with contemporar...
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2010s Italian Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Steel
Martin Eisler Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Martin Eisler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Eisler, lounge chair, iron, leather, Brazil, 1950s
Elegant and modern lounge chair by Brazilian designer Martin Eisler. A visually interesting contrast is created between the...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Iron
Concha by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1953
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This armchair is a rare version of Concha, one of the most iconic pieces designed by Martin Eisler (1913-1977), with a single seat and backrests made with braided leather strips.
...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of 7 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Set of 7 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler upholstered in Loro Piana
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Price Upon Request
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Set of 8 dining chairs by Martin Eisler.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Price Upon Request
Set of 10 Martin Eisler Dining Chairs
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Extremely rare set of dining chairs by Martin Eisler.
Provenance: private collection in Rio de Janeiro.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Price Upon Request
Rare 4-Seater Sofa by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Designed by Martin Eisler for his company FORMA S/A, this is a rare 4-seater version of a very iconic sofa in Midcentury Brazilian.
Feet are in Pau-Marfim...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Price Upon Request
Set of 12 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Rare set of 12 dining chairs designed by Martin Eisler for Forma Moveis.
Four chairs are made in Pau-Marfim and eight in Perobinha do Campo.
They've all b...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Seating
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Price Upon Request
Martin Eisler seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Martin Eisler seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 23 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 6 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Martin Eisler were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, and José Zanine Caldas. Prices for Martin Eisler seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,953 and can go as high as $82,590, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $16,800.
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