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.
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Cimo Brazilian Rosewood Credenza with Ebony-Finished Legs & Brass hardware
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
A masterclass in restraint and proportion, this long-form credenza by Cimo exemplifies the quiet sophistication of Brazilian modern design in the 1960s. Executed in richly figured Br...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Rosewood Credenza, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Crafted in Denmark during the 1960s, this Danish modern Brazilian rosewood credenza showcases some of the most striking natural grain found in Scandinavian furniture, making every su...
Rosewood
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 79.8 in D 19 in
Vintage Midcentury Ib Kofod-Larsen Brazilian Rosewood Credenza for Faarup
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage mid century rosewood credenza by designed Ib Kofod-Larsen manufactured by Faarup Mobelfabrik Beautiful Brazilian Ro...
Palisander
Danish Modern Brazilian Rosewood Credenza by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An exceptional Danish modern credenza designed by the highly coveted designer Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik, Denmark, circa 1960s. Known for his refined proportions and scul...
Oak, Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Jade Credenza with Unique Brass Hardware
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century Mediterranean Revival credenza by Stanley Furniture features hardwood construction, original Jade finish, four cabinet doors with unique brass hardware containing si...
Brass
Regency Rosewood And Brass Inlaid Credenza
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top with brass gallery over a pair of grill doors with brass inlay in the manner of John McLean. Chamfered ends with brass wheel inlay.. Carved bun feet.
Brass
$17,500
H 27.5 in W 72.5 in D 21.5 in
Luciano Frigerio Macassar Ebony Credenza with Brass Relief, 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in New York, NY
A striking study in contrast and craftsmanship, this sculptural credenza by Luciano Frigerio is a masterwork of Italian modernism and Mid-Century Design. Crafted in rich Macassar ebo...
Brass
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 80 in D 19 in
Magnificent Ib Kofod-Larsen Brazilian Rosewood Credenza for Faarup
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Danish modern rosewood credenza by designed Ib Kofod-Larsen manufactured by Faarup Mobelfabrik. This piece features beautiful Brazilian Rosewood graining, tambour doors, ad...
Rosewood
$4,200
H 32 in W 60 in D 19 in
Horn Tone Cerused Finished Sideboard Credenza with Folding Double Doors
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern folding double doors four drawers server credenza buffet cabinet. Horn tone finish with copper finished pulls.
Walnut
$42,000
H 28.12 in W 78.94 in D 15.75 in
Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood Patchwork Credenza, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This Rosewood Credenza, designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and manufactured by L'Atelier in the 1960s, is a great way to have the diversity of different tones of Rosewood in j...
Rosewood
$22,000
H 27.5 in W 75.25 in D 16 in
Jorge Zalszupin Rosewood Mid-Century Credenza for L'Atelier, Brazil, 1960s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic stunning rosewood credenza from the Componivel series was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) and manufactured by his own company, L'Atelier, in the 1960s. It's inst...
Rosewood
Mid Century Burl Credenza Brass Hardware
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful long and low Burl credenza in the styling of Michael Taylor for Baker's Far East Collection. Wonderful burl offset by solid brass hardware. This piece has ample storage wit...
Brass
Danish Modern Brazilian Rosewood Credenza by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish modern rosewood credenza manufactured by Dyrlund in Denmark during the 1970s. A masterclass in Scandinavian cabinetmaking, this exceptional piece showcases breathtaking book-m...
Metal
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H 36.23 in W 97.64 in D 19.69 in
Credenza in Imbuia Wood with Drawers & Shelves by Cimo, c. 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Credenza designed by Cimo, is nothing less than spectacular! The credenza is entirely made in solid Imbuia wood and features three drawers, six doors, six inte...
Hardwood, Imbuia
Movies Cimo Brazilian Modern Rosewood Credenza
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Oakland, CA
Movies Cimo, Brazilian Credenza, 1960, crafted of rosewood with four doors, and series of four drawers in center with brass pulls opening to reveal an inte...
Rosewood
Rosewood Sideboard/Credenza by CIMO
By Moveis Cimo
Located in London, London
Sideboard/Credenza by CIMO, Brazil 1960`s. CIMO-designed sideboard with single contrasting bowtie handle.
Wood