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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Moveis Cimo, Coffee Table, Pau Marfim, Brazil, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in High Point, NC
A stack-laminated plywood and Pau Marfim coffee table or cocktail table produced by Moveis Cimo, Brazil, c. 1950s. One scratch on left hand side of top surface. Dimensions: 14.5” H...
Wood
Rare Curved “Móveis Cimo” Table, Brazilian Modern Furniture 1960
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Curitiba, PR
A rare and elegant table produced by Móveis Cimo in Brazil during the 1960s, crafted in beautifully curved solid marfim wood. This exceptional piece highlights the manufacturer’s mas...
Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Hardwood & Marble, Movies Cimo, c. 1960
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This refined coffee table, produced in Brazil by Cimo in the late 1950s to early 1960s, exemplifies the architectural language that defined Brazilian modernism during its most influe...
Marble
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...
Bronze
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Extendable Dining Table in Hardwood, Cimo, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Produced by Cimo in Brazil during the 1960s, this extendable dining table exemplifies the material clarity and restrained geometry characteristic of mid-century Brazilian furniture. ...
Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Extending Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Mid Century Modern-style walnut extending dining table with tapered legs. The tabletop is finished in rich walnut with mitered edges in Dark Chocolate. It features self-storing lea...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Style Extending Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Mid-Century Modern extending dining table with a crossbanded and figured walnut veneer in a book-matched pattern reminiscent of straw work with brass hardware and trim on turned an...
Wood
Brazilian Designer, Coffee Table, Wood, Marble, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and marble coffee table designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1960s. Moderate break on one corner of marble. Natural color variation with subtle green inclusions. Wear consis...
Marble
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Hardwood round coffee table 1960's
By Jorge Zalszupin, Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer
Located in Den Haag, NL
Brazilian hardwood round coffee table 1960's made by unknown designer (in research) The table still has some original 1950's brazilian stamps and moving notes on the back. Please n...
Hardwood
$16,800
H 12.41 in Dm 39.38 in
Rosewood and marble Coffee Table by Unknown designer, Brazilian Midentury, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Brazilian designs inspired many other craftsmen and small manufacturers with their vanguard production concerning Brazilian materiality and the "modern values" of the form...
Marble
Brazilian Designer, Coffee Table, Wood, Marble, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and marble coffee table designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 12.4” H x 35.375” W x 30.55” D
Marble
Brazilian Designer, Coffee Table, Wood, Marble, 1960
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and marble coffee table designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1960s. Very light discoloration and scratching present on wooden legs. A 1” H x .375” W x .125” area of loss of m...
Marble
Small Coffee Table by Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950's
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Small Coffee Table by Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950's This sculptural side table by Giuseppe Scapinelli features an organic frame in dark wood with elegantly curved legs and a raised edg...
Marble
Danish Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dining table in teak with two pull out extension leaves. Measurements: Not extended: 139.5 x...
Teak
1960s Danish Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table (Refinished)
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish Modern Teak Extension Dining Table This stunning 1960s Danish Modern dining table is a true testament to Scandinavian craftsmanship and timeless design. Expertly crafted in D...
Teak
Mid-Century Teak Extendable Dining Table, Belgium 1960s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1960 / dining table / teak / Mid-century / Vintage A refined example of Belgian mid-century craftsmanship, this adjustable teak dining table from the 1960s combines minima...
Teak
Celina Decorações, Coffee Table, Wood, Marble, Brazil, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and marble coffee table produced by Celina Decorações, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1960s. Loss to veneer as illustrated. Complimentary touch up available upon request. Overall ...
Marble
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H 19 in W 18 in D 12 in
Brazilian Modern Nightstand with Drawer in Rosewood by Cimo, Brazil, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This refined nightstand, produced in Brazil by Cimo in the 1950s, exemplifies the architectural clarity and material sophistication that defined Brazilian modern furniture in the pos...
Hardwood
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H 14.57 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Side Tables by Móveis Cimo, Brazil, 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Curitiba, PR
This elegant pair of side tables was produced by Móveis Cimo in Brazil during the 1960s, a period marked by the consolidation of modern design and high manufacturing standards. The p...
Wood
'Móveis Cimo' desk with filing cabinet Brazil, 1960.
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Curitiba, PR
Móveis Cimo - 1960, desk with filing cabinet, Brazil 1960. The highest historical reference in Brazilian furniture design, Companhia Industri...
Metal
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H 15.7 in W 19.7 in D 19.7 in
Brazilian Modern Side Tables Set in Imbuia hardwood and Marble top by Cimo 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, this Mid Century Modern Pair of side tables in Imbuia hardwood and marble top by Cimo 1950s is nothing less than g...
Marble
'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...
Wood, Plywood
Moveis Cimo. Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Imbuia and Pau Marfim Wood
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This is a very rare table by Móveis Cimo, constructed in an exclusive plywood made out of pau marfim and imbuia; graciously sculptural and in an organic concept.
Wood, Walnut, Plywood
Side Table by Moveis CIMO, 1960, Retains Original Label
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
CT913 Side table in jacaranda (Brazilian Rosewood). Produced by Moveis CIMO, Curitiba, Brazil, 1960s. Retains original label.
Jacaranda