Móveis Cimo Furniture
Brazilian, 1921-1982
In its heyday, Móveis Cimo was the most prolific furniture manufacturer in Brazil. From humble beginnings, the company grew into a leading mid-century modern and modern design and production house. It made stylish and quality wood furniture like lounge chairs, coffee tables and buffets, which were made available to the average homeowner who wanted functional and attractive pieces.
Móveis Cimo was founded in 1921 by brothers Jorge and Martin Zipperer in the municipality of Rio Negrinho. Initially a chair company, Móveis Cimo quickly expanded its repertoire to include many types of furniture. At the time, there was a substantial gap in the Brazilian furniture market for quality furniture produced at an industrial scale for homes, schools, offices, cinemas and other public spaces.
Móveis Cimo filled this niche with simple but chic furniture that brought the latest styles to the masses. According to designer João Livoti, who spoke about the company to Gazeta do Povo, the brothers made frequent trips abroad to stay on top of post-war design trends. Comfort, ergonomics and the modern use of different shades of wood characterized the company’s furniture. Móveis Cimo was also the first company in Brazil to employ steam wood lamination techniques.
Jorge Zipperer died in 1944, just as the company was hitting its stride. From the 1940s to the 1960s, Móveis Cimo produced thousands of pieces of wood furniture for the Brazilian market. At the end of the 1960s, new wood fiber panel production methods shifted the furniture landscape in Brazil and introduced a host of new competitors. After Martin Zipperer died in 1971, the company began experimenting with new Dutch and French designs, although these were not widely popular.
Móveis Cimo closed its doors in 1982, but the company left behind a legacy of innovation that paved the way for future furniture makers. Today, Móveis Cimo furniture is collected worldwide as an inventive example of modern Brazilian furniture design.
On 1stDibs, find Móveis Cimo seating, tables, case pieces and more.
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Creator: Móveis Cimo
Brazilian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Dark Laminated Wood by Móveis Cimo
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Móveis Cimo, pair of lounge chairs, laminated wood, Brazil, 1940s
Well-sculpted Brazilian lounge chairs that deserve a prominent place in one's interior. The construction is based o...
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1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
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Moveis Cimo sculptural lounge chairs Brazil 1960
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful sculptural B082 lounge chairs manufactured by Moveis Cimo in Brazil in 1960. These chairs are bulky and yet playful, with a strong wooden frame made of Jatoba wood. The fra...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Moveis Cimo sculptural sofa Brazil 1960
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful sculptural B082 sofa manufactured by Moveis Cimo in Brazil in 1960. This sofa is bulky and yet playful, with a strong wooden frame made of Jatoba wood. The frame is like a ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
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Exceptional Pair of Brazilian Lounge Chairs by Móveis Cimo, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Echt, NL
Exceptional pair of restored Brazilian lounge chairs in excellent condition.
Manufactured by Móveis Cimo, Brazil in the late 1950s.
The chairs feature an organic shaped seat and ba...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Single Bed by "Móveis Cimo", Brazil, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Barcelona, ES
Single bed designed and produced by “Móveis Cimo” in Brazil, made of “imbuia” wood and leather in yellow color. Established in 1913 in Santa Catarina by Jorge Zipperer e Willy Jung, ...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Pair of Chairs, Moveis Cimo, Brazil, 1960
By Moveis Cimo
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of chairs by Cimo Factory, Brazil, 1960
Delicate machinery of two types of wood: pau marfim and imbuia wood.
A curvy Modern design with elegant lines...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Plywood
Organic Shape Chair by Moveis Cimo, Brazil 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Whitstable, GB
Small curved chair with organic shaped ivory wood base, 'Pau Marfim'. Brazil, 1950s.
The wooden frame is really eye catching; the organic shape frame is divided into three parts, with beautiful rounded edges and curves. There are some minor marks of wear and age, normal in a vintage piece, but frame is in excellent condition.
The slightly angled back and seating appear to float on the frame.
This chair design is very unique, and at the same time, very ergonomic: The seat and backrest provide a very comfortable seating experience.
New upholstery in a light green zigzag fabric.
Móveis Cimo...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
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Wood, Hardwood
Pair of Curved Ply Armchairs by "Moveis Cimo", in Brazilian Imbuia
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Whitstable, GB
A rare and special pair of armchairs, made by Móveis Cimo.
Made at the end of 1940s, there are not many around nowadays as this design was produced in small quantities.
The seat and back rest are made with a single sheet of curved Imbúia plywood (Brazilian Wallnut)
The structure of the chair is made of Açoita Cavalo wood ('horse whip...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Imbuia
Armchair by “Móveis Cimo”, Brazil, 1940s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Barcelona, ES
Model “201” armchair designed and produced by “Móveis Cimo” in 1940s, made of plywood and solid “imbuia” wood. Very strong and comfortable chair.
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Moveis Cimo, Bookcase/ Vitrine, C. 1960, Brazilian Design
By Moveis Cimo
Located in PARIS, FR
Wooden bookcase by Imbuia's wood, an exotic species of Brazil very appreciated for its warm natural hue and the finesse of its grain. This room has two sliding doors in Imporia wood ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Armchair by “Móveis Cimo”, Brazil 1940s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Barcelona, ES
Classic armchair designed and produced by “Móveis Cimo” in 1940s, made of solid “imbuia” wood, curved “imbuia” plywood and brass details. Very strong and c...
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1940s Brazilian American Craftsman Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Móveis Cimo, 1970's
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Lisboa, PT
Step into the vibrant world of 1970s Brazilian design with this exquisite pair of lounge chairs, crafted by Móveis Cimo. Each chair features a harmonious blend of exotic wood and sle...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set Vintage, Midcentury Brazilian Coffee Table & End Table by Móveis Cimo, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare set of vintage design, marked tables, by Móveis Cimo.
These highly stylish and sought after tables were manufactured in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer in Brazilian furniture making. These truly stylish and timeless design tables will work in various types of interiors and they both are in good to very good condition. Designer pieces like this from the midcentury modern era are increasingly hard to find and to have found this pair or duo of tables made the experience extra special. Also, because we already know that there will be interior designers (as well as private buyers) who will immediately understand the rarity of this coffee table and end table that have always been together and they were clearly well taken care after. The combination of the wooden cone shape column-legs and the stunning, 'floating table tops' with the wonderful grain in the wood is incredibly attractive. These tables are as strong and stable as the day they were made and therefor too they are very ready for you to use and enjoy. Thanks to its striking design and truly 1960s presence this handcrafted table will never fail to impress, not you or anyone visiting.
This rare midcentury table set...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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Moveis Cimo. Sideboard, c. 1950. Veneer in Caviuna and Pau Marfim
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Desk, Móveis Cimo, C. 1950, in Imbuia's Wood Solid and Yellow Leather
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Originally designed for a child's room, this chest of drawers from the Moveis Cimo workshop in solid imbuia wood is one of the most playful pieces of furniture the workshop has produced. Opening with three drawers, the handles are circles inlaid in the drawer creating an optical game with the other circles in yellow leather in decoration.
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Founded in 1913 in Santa Catarina, southern Brazil, initially by Jorge Zipperer (1879-1944) and Willy Jung (1879-1919) and "named Jung e Cia", Moveis Cimo was the largest furniture factory in Latin America from the 1930s until the 1970s. In 1919, with the death of Jung, Jorge Zipperer joined forces with his brother Martin Zipperer (1890-1971) who had a solid background in carpentry.
From the beginning, Moveis Cimo had several different corporate names due to the changes in the partners and the growth of the company, the name "Moveis Cimo" was only used from 1954.
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Móveis Cimo Lounge Chair in Antracite Mohair
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Móveis Cimo, lounge chair, rosewood and mohair, Brazil, 1950s.
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Móveis Cimo Pair of Sculptural Lounge Chairs
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Móveis Cimo, pair of lounge chairs, rosewood and fabric, Brazil, 1950s.
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Móveis Cimo furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Móveis Cimo furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Móveis Cimo furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Móveis Cimo were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Forma Brazil, and Forma. Prices for Móveis Cimo furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,950 and can go as high as $26,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $10,000.