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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Creator: Móveis Cimo
Móveis Cimo, Brazil - set of 4 rare Dinner Chairs, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
These 4 rare hardwood dining chairs were manufactured in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer of Brazilian furniture manufacturing that existed from 1921 to 1982...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Lounge Chair in hardwood by Moveis Cimo, Brazil, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This lounge chair was designed by Moveis Cimo in the 1950s. This company became the largest furniture producer in Latin America, and an essential chapter in the history of Brazilian ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Chest of Drawers in Hardwood by Moveis Cimo, 1950s, Brazil
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers made in hardwood and yellow formica designed by Moveis Cimo in the fifties is a very rare FIND and is gorgeous!
The chest i...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Chest of Drawers in Solid Hardwood, by Móveis Cimo, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This chest of drawers is a classic example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture, manufactured by Móveis Cimo. This piece embodies the aesthetic of the period with its clean lines,...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
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Hardwood
'Half Moon' Center Table by CIMO Studio, Brazil, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
'Half Moon' Center Table by CIMO Studio, Brazil, 1950s
Center table structured in wood and plywood, with a half-moon design, supported on three solid wood legs, manufactured by CIMO...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Wood, Plywood
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
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Plywood
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
Cimo Moveis, Sideboard / Credenza- Brazilian Mid-Century Modern - 60'
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Houston, TX
This three-drawer dresser crafted from solid hardwood adorned with vibrant yellow circle motifs exemplifies the whimsical furniture creations by Móveis Cimo during the 50s. Originall...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Metal
Moveis Cimo Model 201 Armchair
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Washington, DC
Beautiful curved wood expertly joined together by Moveis Cimo to create this handsome armchair. Moveis Cimo is a Brazilian furniture company that has produced quality furniture for g...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Wood
Cimo S/A Sofa from the 60s, Brazil, structure in Jacaranda
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Curitiba, PR
Cimo S/A sofa from the 60s, Brazil, structure in Jacaranda.
The restoration process only needed refinishing and reupholster, which was done by our team at the finest details and pre...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Jacaranda
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 ...
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Armoire in Hardwood by Moveis Cimo, 1950s, Brazil
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this one-of-a-kind Brazilian Modern Armoire in Hardwood by Moveis Cimo in the fifties is a very rare FIND and is gorgeous!
The armoire is entirely made in Imbuia h...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-century Modern Chest of Drawers in Hardwood by Cimo, Brazil
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chest of drawers in Brazilian Rosewood (known as Jacaranda) and Rosewood veneer. It consists of 4 drawers resting in four delicate legs. What makes this piece are the wood patterns displaying colorful veins. This gorgeous piece is showcased in our showroom next to JD movies...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
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
1950's dresser with drawers, Móveis Cimo, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This exquisite chest of drawers was expertly crafted in the 1950s by the esteemed Brazilian manufacturer, Móveis Cimo. Renowned for their meticulous attention to detail and exception...
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Wood
Imbuia wood Cimo Sofa Brazilian Design by Móveis Cimo, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This Imbuia Sofa was manufactured in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer in Brazilian furniture industrialization.
Cimo Sofa is very charming, presenting the s...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Brazilian Modern Armchair Pair in Purple Leather & Hardwood, Cimo, Brazil, 1960
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this super comfortable and visually striking pair of armchairs are made of a solid hardwood frame and purple leather upholstery with buttons in the backrest.
These ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Bentwood by Moveis Cimo, 1950, Brazil
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Available today, these Mid-Century Modern rocking chair in Bentwood by Moveis Cimo in Brazil during the fifties decade is magnificent!
The curved shapes that provided a different...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
Brazilian Modernist Club Chairs by Móveis Cimo, a Pair, circa 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in View Park, CA
A pair of Brazilian modernist chairs by Móveis Cimo, circa late 1950s. Sculpturally crafted from rosewood and featuring original camel-hued l...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
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
Materials
Wood, 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
Dresser in Brazilian Imbuia Wood by Móveis Cimo, Mid-Century Design, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This dresser with three drawers made of solid Imbuia with details in yellow leather is an example of the ludic furniture produced by Móveis Cimo in the 1950s. Initially thought of as...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Leather
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
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
Bookcase in Brazilian Imbuia and Cane by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Mid-Century Design
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This elegant bookshelf is one of the many Móveis Cimo's furniture pieces manufactured during the 1960s. The piece is composed of five shelves and one storage compartment that opens w...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Cane
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
Rosewood Bar Cabinet with Geometric Rosewood Pattern
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Oakland, CA
Unique free standing Brazilian bar cabinet with eye-catching geometric pattern of rosewood over white vinyl, and formica top surface for mixing for a caipir...
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Rare Pair of Lounge Chair 'Móveis Cimo' Brazilian Caviuna Leather
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Curitiba, PR
Rare Pair of Lounge chair by 'Móveis Cimo' in hardwood and leather. A truly unique piece of furniture, stunning back side.
The restoration process only needed refinishing and reupho...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
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
Móveis Cimo Round Sofa, 60's Brazilian Midcentury
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This amazing lounge sofa is definitely an eyecatcher. The design of this amazing Brazilian hardwood structure combines beautifully the curve lines of the comfortable seat. This piece...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Móveis Cimo, 1960's, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This exquisite pair of lounge chairs by Móveis Cimo has been meticulously renovated by our skilled craftsmen, who have taken great care to ensure that both the outer aesthetics and t...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Vintage Armchairs by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
These Rosewood Armchairs were produced in the 1950s by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer in Brazilian furniture industrialization.
Ci...
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Imbuia
Vintage Imbuia Lounge Chair by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This Imbuia Lounge chair was designed by Martin Zipperer in 1950 and manufactured by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer in Brazilian furniture industrialization. It is part...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Imbuia
Vintage Caviuna and Imbuia Wardrobe by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This charming wardrobe belongs to Móveis Cimo's furniture manufactured during the 1960s. The piece is composed of two types of Brazilian wood: the doors and feet are made of golden C...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Other
Vintage Imbuia Sofa - B082 by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This Imbuia sofa reupholstered in a stunning velvet was manufactured in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer in Brazilian furniture industrialization.
Cimo Sofa is very charming, presenting the seat and backrest as a single piece that seems to float over the Imbuia structure. It is a very comfortable piece of furniture and has many details to be in love with. It is worth highlighting the wooden partitions...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Imbuia
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
Vintage Imbuia Sofa by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This Imbuia sofa reupholstered in a stunning velvet was manufactured in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer in Brazilian furniture industrialization.
Cimo Sofa is very charming, presenting the seat and backrest as a single piece that seems to float over the Imbuia structure. It is a very comfortable piece of furniture and has many details to be in love with. It is worth highlighting the wooden partitions...
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Imbuia
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.