Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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)

Creator: Martin Eisler

Rare Chaise Lounge by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, circa 1954, Móveis Artesanal

$53,150

Rare Chaise Lounge by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, circa 1954, Móveis Artesanal

By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and 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 Chaise Longues

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Iron

Brazilian Lounge Chair Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner - "Costela" Forma, 1950s

$18,098

H 33.08 in W 27.56 in D 33.08 in

Brazilian Lounge Chair Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner - "Costela" Forma, 1950s

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma

Located in Rosendahl, DE

This rare Costela Lounge Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, produced by Forma in the 1950s, features solid wood ribs paired with a vintage leopard-patterned teddy fabric. A tru...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Steel

Midcentury Danish Modern Brown Leather Chaise Lounge Chair by Tord Björklund

$2,186

H 37.41 in W 27.56 in D 63 in

Midcentury Danish Modern Brown Leather Chaise Lounge Chair by Tord Björklund

By Tord Bjorklund

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

The "Skye" chaise lounge chair designed by Tord Björklund. It features a steel frame with soft brown leather after full professional renovation. Produced in Sweden in the 1980s/late ...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Steel

Rare Forma armchairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955

$35,000 / set

H 27.16 in W 30.31 in D 29.52 in

Rare Forma armchairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in São Paulo, BR

This particular piece showcases a rare design crafted by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler for Forma in 1955. Though Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler are primarily known for their well-s...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Wood

Juan Pablo Molyneux French Tufted Chaise Lounge

$9,100

H 28 in W 58.5 in D 34.5 in

Juan Pablo Molyneux French Tufted Chaise Lounge

Located in New York, NY

Juan Pablo Molyneux French tufted chaise lounge. The chaise lounge has loose cushions, a tufted seat with ultra-suede fabric.

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1980s Vintage Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Ultrasuede

Rare Chaise by Jules Heumann for Metropolitan with Bronze Frame

$7,500

H 24.5 in W 77 in D 32.5 in

Rare Chaise by Jules Heumann for Metropolitan with Bronze Frame

By Jules Heumann

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare and unusual chaise or daybed by Jules Heumann for Metropolitan Furniture of San Fransisco, with original upholstery and bronze fi...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Bronze

Colima Steel and Upholstery Chaise Lounge

$2,800 / item

H 18.9 in W 81.11 in D 35.04 in

Colima Steel and Upholstery Chaise Lounge

By Capital Studio

Located in Mexico City, MX

The Chaise Longue Colima is a versatile piece as it provides transparency to space with its electrostatic painted steel structure. The twisted paper cord weave and upholstery add hum...

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2010s Mexican Modern Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Steel

'Concha' Lounge Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazil, 1950's

$4,737

H 31.5 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in

'Concha' Lounge Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazil, 1950's

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in Uithoorn, NL

'Concha' Lounge Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazil, 1950's This lounge chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler was produced in Brazil in the 1950's by Forma. The chair...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Metal

Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1950

$6,619

H 31.5 in W 29.14 in D 31.5 in

Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1950

By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner

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 Chaise Longues

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Metal

Hans Hartl "Soloform 5008" Chaise Lounge

$7,900

H 30.25 in W 72.5 in D 35.75 in

Hans Hartl "Soloform 5008" Chaise Lounge

By Hans Hartl, Eugen Schmidt

Located in Hanover, MA

Rare Soloform model 5008 chaise lounge designed by Hans Hartl (1899-1980) for Eugen Schmidt, Darmstadt, Germany, 1953. Measures: 72 1/2" W x 35 3/4" D x 30 1/4" H Known as the Shell Couch (Schalencouch) channel tufted white leather upholstered hardwood frame with elastic straps and foam on tubular chrome base. Very rare and beautiful Avant Garde freeform chaise longue produced in very few numbers. This is one of the few post WWII designs produced by Hartl and exemplifies the link between art and design during this progressive period. Hartl was a high profile architect, decorator and furniture designer during the late 1920s-1930s period whose works were published alongside those of greats such as Josef Hoffmann, Le Corbusier, Mendelsson, Pier Luigi Nervi...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Chrome

Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Lounge Chair, Iron, Rattan, Brazil, 1950s

$5,800

H 31 in W 28 in D 30 in

Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Lounge Chair, Iron, Rattan, Brazil, 1950s

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in High Point, NC

An iron and rattan lounge chair designed by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler and produced by Forma S.A., Brazil, 1950s. Heavy oxidation to metal legs. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31” ...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Iron

Rare Sofa bed designer Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner Costela

$11,539

H 33.47 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in

Rare Sofa bed designer Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner Costela

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino

Beautiful and iconic Costela sofa by legendary Brazilian designers Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler for Forma, Brazil. Very good condition, Il nome "Costela", che si traduce come cost...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Iron

Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1950

$3,750

H 31.5 in W 29.5 in D 31.5 in

Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1950

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in San Francisco, CA

An original 'Concha' (shell) lounge chair designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler and manufactured by Forma Moveis, Brazil 1950. Chair has a solid steel structure and upholstered...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Martin Eisler Chaise Longues

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Metal

Martin Eisler chaise longues for sale on 1stDibs.

Martin Eisler chaise longues are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original chaise longues by Martin Eisler were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the 1950s. Prices for Martin Eisler chaise longues can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $53,150 and can go as high as $53,150, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $53,150.

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