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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Rare and Large Martin Eisler Sideboard for Forma in Brazilian Walnut and Cane
By Martin Eisler, Benno M. Forman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Eisler for Forma, sideboard, Brazilian walnut, glass, brass, cane, leather, Brazil, 1950s Rare Brazilian sideboard by Martin Eisler for Forma. This refined piece is composed ...
Brass
Vintage Credenza in Caviuna Wood, Martin Eisler, circa 1954 Brazilian Midcentury
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This Caviuna Credenza was designed by Martin Eisler (1913-1977) for Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s. This furniture typology was v...
Hardwood
$7,250
H 31 in W 78 in D 17.75 in
Finn Juhl For Baker Model 40 1/2 Sideboards in Walnut and Cane, 1950s
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Seattle, WA
Rare Teak sideboard /credenza designed by Finn Juhl for the Baker Modern collection that debuted in 1952. Featuring a teak cabinet with a walnut-clad interior and three drawers behin...
Cane, Walnut
$5,065
H 28.35 in W 93.12 in D 19.1 in
Large KW85 Sideboard by Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum, the Netherlands
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This minimalistic and modernist sideboard, model KW85, was designed by Martin Visser for ’t Spectrum in the Netherlands in 1965. It is made from black lacquered veneer wood and has w...
Metal
Bond Burled Wood Credenza
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
Timelessly Chic. Pieced, burled mappa between Lucite legs with stainless steel accents. Pieced veneer cabinet faces showcase naturally occurring patterns in the wood, and an adjustab...
Acrylic, Burl, Wood
$3,995
H 34 in W 74.5 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Midcentury Hollywood Regency Cherry Sideboard Credenza
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency chinoiserie sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "New World" Collection USA, 1950s ...
Nickel
Brazilian sideboard in Rosewood c1950
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A mid century sideboard produced in Brazil in the 1950’s in rosewood, very stylish in its simplicity having three shaker style doors with adjustable height shelves to the right and a...
Rosewood
$32,849
H 34.26 in W 86.62 in D 16.93 in
Sideboard - Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler Forma Moveis, Brazil, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil
Located in Rosendahl, DE
A rare and exquisite four-door buffet designed by Martin Eisler and Carlos Hauner, founders of the iconic Brazilian furniture company Forma Móveis. Crafted in Brazil in the 1950s, th...
Cane, Wood
$9,800 / item
H 32 in W 84 in D 21 in
Modern Wood 'Credenza Three' Cabinet by Last Workshop in Bleached Ash
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
"Credenza Three" by Last Workshop. Made-to-order in Chicago, IL. A sturdy yet elegant credenza featuring a matching case and door combination with a steel base. The tear-drop ste...
Steel
Midcentury Knoll Style Credenza
By Florence Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long sideboard with ample storage for home or office. Nine total drawers with chrome accents and cane front door. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Walnut
$14,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 42.5 in W 84 in D 18.5 in
Stylish Italian Midcentury 4-Door Sycamore Credenza in the Style of Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of iconic 1950s Italian design fitted with 4 doors opening to reveal a mahogany-lined interior with adjustable shelves; can be used for a television or general storage.
Sycamore
Vintage Office Credenza by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This uniquely sized vintage credenza offers a stylish combination of cabinet and drawer storage. Low profile height makes this perfect for use in an office or business environment, w...
Wood
$9,950
H 28.75 in W 112.6 in D 19.69 in
Large Italian Walnut Sideboard by Ammannati & Vitelli for Catalano, 1970s
By Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli
Located in Almelo, NL
Italian Walnut Sideboard by Titina Ammannati & Giampiero Vitelli for Catalano, 1970s Architectural Italian walnut sideboard designed by Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli fo...
Walnut
$10,000
H 30.32 in W 41.34 in D 15.75 in
Brazilian Modern Sideboard in Rosewood & Formica, Geraldo de Barros for Unilabor
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the 1950s during Geraldo de Barros’ seminal period at Unilabor, this sideboard stands as a refined expression of Brazilian modernism at the intersection of art, industry,...
Metal
Martin Eisler, Sideboard, C. 1950
By Martin Eisler
Located in PARIS, FR
Cette enfilade signée par Martin Eisler réalisée dans les années 1950 est composée en bois de Caviuna massif et placage de Caviuna. Elle repose sur deux ...
Brass
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H 31.25 in W 98 in D 17.25 in
Brazilian Rosewood Credenza Sideboard Martin Eisler And Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large credenza or sideboard made of Brazilian rosewood circa 1950s. Designed for FORMA by Martin Eisler (1913-1977) and Carlo Hauner (1927-1997), two venerable designers who spearh...
Rosewood