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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Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Set of 8 dining chairs by Martin Eisler.
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.
Cane, Hardwood
$5,698 / item
H 32.67 in W 29.13 in D 31.5 in
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
price listed for starting fabric Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An elegant yet informal armchair. With its sensual aesthe...
Leather, Fabric
$3,250 / set
H 29.75 in W 19 in D 17.25 in
Mid-Century Set of 6 Martin Visser Oak and Leather Dining Chairs by 't Spectrum
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 6 Mid-Century dining chairs by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum. Highly appealing Modernist design and handsomely streamlined oak frames outfitted with leather strappin...
Leather, Oak
Set of 4 dining chairs
By Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Set of 4 dining chairs by Danish designer Aksel Bender Madsen for Bovenkamp (Netherlands), 60ties. In a good condition. Recently reupholstered. Fabric:...
Fabric, Wood
American Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
A set of 10 American Upholstered Dining Chairs, the set consisting of two arm chairs and 8 side chairs. Wrap yourself in luxury while at the dining table, with these beautiful Americ...
Fabric, Mahogany
$24,000 / set
H 31.75 in W 18.25 in D 20 in
Brazilian Modern Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Troy, MI
Exceptional and rare set of dining chairs by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler Produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte Brazil circa 1956 Sculpted Brazilian rosewood frames w...
Cane, Rosewood
$5,143 / item
H 26.77 in W 40.94 in D 28.74 in
Customizable Tacchini Reversível Armchair by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
price listed for starting fabric 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...
Leather, Fabric
$14,040
H 33.39 in W 21.34 in D 23.43 in
Mid-Century Modern Single Chair with Armrest by Martin Eisler, 1955
By Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Martin Eisler is most known for well-shaped armchairs made in iron, but his production is far more complex and extensive. The wood pieces produced by Forma Móveis e Objetos de Arte...
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 10 Vintage Maitland Smith Dining Chairs
Located in Annville, PA
A Set of 10 Vintage Maitland Smith Dining Chairs consisting of 2 arm chairs and 8 side chairs. The arm chairs are large and comfortable and feature beautifully sculpted arms and this...
Mahogany
French Dining Chairs, Set of 10
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful set of solid wood dining chairs in the style of Pierre Chapo Constructed out of pine finished in a rich warm walnut finish Great simple lines and wonderful craftsmanship...
Pine
$3,800 / set
H 28.35 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum Set of Four Dining Chairs in Wenge and Straw
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, set of four 'SE82/SE02' dining chairs, wengé, straw, the Netherlands, design 1960, production 1960-1974 These four ‘SE82’ dining chairs, designed by M...
Straw, Wenge
Sweet Heart Dining Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
A set of 10 Solid Mahogany Sweet Heart Dining Chairs, the set consisting of 2 arm chair s and 8 side chairs. This style of chair are also known as a Heart...
Fabric, Mahogany
$44,800 / set
H 31.5 in W 20.08 in D 18.51 in
Set of 4 Rosewood and Cane Dining Chairs Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler are most known for well-shaped armchairs made in iron, but the production is far more complex, hand-crafted, and extensive. The wood pieces produced by...
Cane, Rosewood