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)
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler Dining Table, midcentury Brazilian modern design
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in São Paulo, SP
Elegant and rare dining table designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler for Forma in the 1950s, a striking example of Brazilian modernist design. Crafted in solid caviuna wood with ...
Cane, Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Dining Table by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1950
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Martin Eisler in the 1950s, this ingenious table was conceived to maximize space and functionality, assuming two distinct configurations. In its standard position, it ser...
Rosewood
Expandable Dining Table in Caviuna by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, circa 1955
By Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, 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, handcrafted, and extensive. The wood pieces produced by ...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Dining Table by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1950
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Martin Eisler created this original table in the 1950s to take advantage of space, assuming two positions: in the normal position, it serves as a dining table for up to six people; i...
Rosewood
Dining Table with Cane Top by Carlo Hauner, Brazilian Midcentury, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler's pieces of furniture are highly designed and well-executed, with ingenious constructive details – very distinctive of any production of the time in Br...
Wood, Cane
Mid-Century Modern expandable Dining Table by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1950
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This expandable dining table is a remarkable example of the inventive spirit that defined the work of Forma Móveis e Objetos de Arte S.A. In the 1950s, as Brazilian cities expanded a...
Wood
Price Upon Request
Iconic Table by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Iconic Dining Table by Martin Eisler
Cane, Hardwood, Glass
$4,681
H 30.91 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in
Italian Midcentury Sculptural Dining Room Table with Marble Top, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Sculptural Dining Room Table with Marble Top, 1950s Beautiful dining table, made in Italy in the 1950s. The dining table has an impressive base made of beech wood...
Marble, Brass
Danish Mid-Century Teak Expandable Dining Table
By Dyrlund
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern expandable dining table, circa 1970’s by Dyrlund. Featuring richly grained, gleaming teak and smooth, clean lines characteristic of classic Danish design...
Teak
Sold|$9,200
H 19.69 in W 22.45 in D 15.75 in
Hauner & Eisler - Moveis Artesanal - Rare Pair of 1950s nest table in wood
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in São Paulo, SP
This set of nesting tables, designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner for Móveis Artesanal in the mid-1950s, is a rare and iconic example of modern Brazilian design. Made from solid wood, the tables stand out for their light forms and sophisticated use of materials. The thin, tapered legs add elegance, while the white Formica tops create a striking contrast with the warm tone of the wood. Móveis Artesanal was a company that preceded Forma, where the design duo became more widely recognized. The functional and versatile design of the nesting tables reflects the designers’ ability to combine aesthetics with practicality, allowing the tables to be used separately or grouped together. This set is a classic example of Brazilian modernist furniture...
Formica, Wood
$1,880
H 29.5 in W 35.5 in D 63 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Expandable Dining Table W/ Tile Inlay by Gangso Mobler
By Gangsø Møbler
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Expandable Dining Room Table W/ Tile Inlay by Gangso Mobler. Circa 1970s Features a beautiful teak wood grain, a quintessential mid-century modern S...
Ceramic, Teak
$6,995
H 29 in W 71.75 in D 40 in
Mid-Century Modern Expanding Dining Table by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing the exquisite vintage expanding dining table from the renowned designer Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture. This timeless piece, part of The Irwin Collection, showcases exceptional design and superior craftsmanship. Crafted in the 1950s in Grand Rapids, Michigan, this table features a spacious surface supported by solid mahogany legs and brass tone stretchers, adding a unique touch to its classic design. The table comes with two extensions, each measuring 15", allowing the table to extend to a generous 101.5" when fully expanded. Perfect for accommodating unexpected guests, this dining table is a true statement of both style and functionality. If you're interested, we also have the matching dining chairs and credenza available to complete the look. Don't hesitate to contact us for more information. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When you purchase vintage furniture from Danish Modern NoHo...
Brass
Glass Top Dining Table, Italy, 1950s
Located in Hamburg, DE
This dining table was produced in Italy during the 1950s and features a glass top with a central basin. The top and legs feature skai, as do the edges of the piece in the form of a t...
Glass, Plastic, Wood
Carlo Hauner, Side Tables, Iron, Rosewood, Brazil, 1960s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-painted iron and rosewood side tables designed by Carlo Hauner, Brazil, c. 1960s. Provenance: Adesso, Los Angeles
Iron
$15,006
H 28.35 in W 55.52 in D 55.52 in
Quatour Dining Table by Carlo Scarpa, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Berlin, DE
The Quatour Dining Table by Carlo Scarpa is a stunning example of the Italian architect’s mastery of form and material. This version features a matte black oil finish with a subtle b...
Wood
Italian Vintage Dining Table with Glass Top, Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Hellouw, NL
This Italian vintage dining table brings the refined aesthetic of the 1950s into contemporary interiors. A sophisticated blend of form and material, this piece encapsulates the grace...
Glass, Mahogany
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
A fabulous designer French Mid-Century Modern dining table handcrafted in France, circa 1950s Rosewood Finish
Rosewood
Italian Midcentury Dining or Conference Table, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Hugh wooden table with beautiful and particular details in the style of Gianfranco Frattini. Excellent craftsmanship in very good original condition with small signs of wear, please have a look to all pictures. More pictures are available. Could be used as conference table as well as big dining table...
Plywood
Newly Refinished - Expanding Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...
Walnut
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H 28.75 in W 35.24 in D 35.24 in
Forma S.A. Game Table in Rosewood by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, c. 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This game table was produced by the Brazilian Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s. The piece is made of a Rosewood structure and the top can be used on both sides: one i...
Fabric, Rosewood
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H 30.32 in W 86.62 in D 35.04 in
Dining Table in Caviuna and Cane Weaving by Martin Eisler, Brazil Modern, 1950s
By Forma, Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This is the rare and extremely sought after dining table with cane top, by Austrian-Brazilian designer Martin Eisler in the early to mid 1950s. Eisler was seduced by the simplicity and results of using cane weaves...
Cane, Glass, Hardwood