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Sergio Rodrigues Seating

Brazilian, 1927-2014

The prolific architect and designer Sergio Rodrigues is often called the "father of modern Brazilian design," but it is the second adjective in that phrase that deserves emphasis: Rodrigues’s great achievement was to create furniture in a style that captured the spirit, character and personality of his country.

Modernity came slowly to 20th-century Brazil, politically and culturally. The nation finally realized genuine constitutional democracy in 1945, ushering in a new, progressive era in the arts. More often than not, the luxurious furnishings of that time and place, with their gleaming wood, soft leathers and inviting shapes, share a sensuous, uniquely Brazilian quality that distinguishes them from the more rectilinear output of American mid-century modernists and Scandinavian makers of the same era. Until that time in Brazil, heavy furniture based on historical European models had been the norm.

In the late 1940s, designer Joaquim Tenreiro introduced sleek, minimalist chairs and cabinets; José Zanine Caldas, now best known for his later artisanal work, created plywood furnishings for mass production; the Italian architect Lina Bo Bardi, a former editor for the Gio Ponti-founded magazine Domus — and a furniture designer with talent, imagination and a social conscience — set up shop in São Paulo, designing elegant, flexible chairs set on slim metal frames.

This was the heady scene into which Rodrigues, the son of an artistically prominent Rio de Janeiro family, arrived after graduating in 1952 from the national university. He moved to Curitiba and helped establish the furniture manufacturer Móveis Artesanal with Italian designer Carlo Hauner and Austrian architect Martin Eisler — as well as Carlo’s brother Ernesto Hauner — which eventually rebranded as Forma. Later, Rodrigues relocated to Rio de Janeiro where he founded Oca in 1955, a company that would become the preeminent maker and retailer of modernist furniture in Brazil. 

When architects Lúcio Costa and Oscar Niemeyer were tasked in 1956 with the whirlwind project to plan, design and build the new capital, Brasília, in five years, they used Rodrigues’s early chairs, with their softly-contoured lines and caned seats and backrests, to furnish many of the buildings.

Rodrigues would realize the true expression of his talents in — and garner international awards and acclaim with — his Mole chair of 1957. The word mole means "soft" in Portuguese, but can be interpreted as "easygoing" or even "listless." The chair, which is also known as the Sheriff chair, features a sturdy, generously proportioned frame of the native South American hardwood jacaranda, upholstered with overstuffed leather pads that flap like saddlebags across the arms, seat, and backrest.

Rodrigues's Mole chair invites sprawling — perfect for the social milieu of the bossa nova and caipirinha cocktails; where a languorous afternoon spent chatting and joking is the apex of enjoyment. The seat won first prize at the IV Concorso Internazionale del Mobile in Cantù, Italy, in 1961, and ISA Bergamo acquired the rights to manufacture a modified version of Rodrigues’s original design.

In 1963, Rodrigues established a shop called Meia-Pataca, which sold simpler and more affordable furniture he had designed, such as his Tonico seating, which was intended for student housing.

Most of the estimated 1,200 armchairs, sofas, tables, storage cabinets and dining tables Rodrigues created in his long career are imbued, in one way or another, with the air of robust relaxation that defines the Mole chair. He was a designer who was true to the temperament of his people.

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Creator: Sergio Rodrigues
'Mole' armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s
'Mole' armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s

'Mole' armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Deerfield Beach, FL

'Mole' armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s The Mole Armchair is a classic design by Sergio Rodrigues from the 1960s. This original period example remains in its original con...

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Leather, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Mole / Sheriff Chair and Ottoman, Jacaranda, Leather, 1960's
Sergio Rodrigues Mole / Sheriff Chair and Ottoman, Jacaranda, Leather, 1960's

Sergio Rodrigues Mole / Sheriff Chair and Ottoman, Jacaranda, Leather, 1960's

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Culver City, CA

This chair and ottoman set is pure Brazilian modern magic — the kind of duo that doesn’t just complete a room, it defines it. With its sculptural Jacaranda frame, deep tufted cushion...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodrigues 'Kilin' Lounge Chairs in Rosewood & Leather, OCA, Brazil 1970s
Sergio Rodrigues 'Kilin' Lounge Chairs in Rosewood & Leather, OCA, Brazil 1970s

Sergio Rodrigues 'Kilin' Lounge Chairs in Rosewood & Leather, OCA, Brazil 1970s

By Oca, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful and authentic pair of Kilin lounge chairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues in Brazil, circa 1970s. These are original period examples, not later reproductions, crafted in sol...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodrigues Kilin Armchairs in Freijo Wood & Leather, Mid-Century, 1970s
Sergio Rodrigues Kilin Armchairs in Freijo Wood & Leather, Mid-Century, 1970s

Sergio Rodrigues Kilin Armchairs in Freijo Wood & Leather, Mid-Century, 1970s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous pair of 'Kilin' armchairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues and manufactured by Oca, Brazil., 1973. Designed by the renowned architect and designer, Sergio Rodrigues, these arm...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodriguez Barstools 1970's
Sergio Rodriguez Barstools 1970's

Sergio Rodriguez Barstools 1970's

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A pair of Marbella bar stools from Conform Manuform, Spain 1970s. Construction made of colored beech, and the seat has the shape of the letter T which provides amazing comfort and s...

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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Kilin Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Solid Wood and Saddle Leather, Brazi
Kilin Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Solid Wood and Saddle Leather, Brazi

Kilin Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Solid Wood and Saddle Leather, Brazi

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Lisboa, PT

Kilin armchair designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in 1973 and produced by Oca, a sculptural lounge chair in solid wood and saddle leather. The Kilin armchair pairs a curved, solid caviúna ...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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'Mole' Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA Brazil, 1960s, Signed
'Mole' Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA Brazil, 1960s, Signed

'Mole' Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA Brazil, 1960s, Signed

By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare signed example of the 'Mole' sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, produced by OCA Brazil in the 1960s (see image gallery for a photo of the OCA stamp). This Mole sofa has an expansive am...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Midcentury Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Midcentury Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chair & Ottoman

Midcentury Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chair & Ottoman

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Midcentury Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues Leather "Sheriff" Lounge Chair and Ottoman - All solid wood - with NO Cushions. Cushions can be custom made by most upholstery shops that...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Brazilian Modern Kilin Lounge Chairs in Leather & Jacaranda by Sergio Rodrigues
Brazilian Modern Kilin Lounge Chairs in Leather & Jacaranda by Sergio Rodrigues

Brazilian Modern Kilin Lounge Chairs in Leather & Jacaranda by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of iconic "Kilin" lounge chairs originally designed by Sérgio Rodrigues for his workshop, Oca in 1973 (these examples were manufactured between 1974-1983, Brazil). Every element...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa, Jacaranda Rosewood, Leather, 1960's
Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa, Jacaranda Rosewood, Leather, 1960's

Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa, Jacaranda Rosewood, Leather, 1960's

By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Culver City, CA

This sofa is absolutely stunning! It’s one of those rare pieces that looks just as beautiful—if not more beautiful—from the back as it does from the front. It floats effortlessly in ...

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Mole Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Solid Wood and Leather, Brazil, 1957
Mole Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Solid Wood and Leather, Brazil, 1957

Mole Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Solid Wood and Leather, Brazil, 1957

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Lisboa, PT

Jangada armchair and ottoman designed by Jean Gillon in 1968 and produced by Italma WoodArt, a reclining lounge chair with a solid noble wood frame, a woven cord suspension and loose...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Brazilian Modern Design- Sergio Rodrigues “Stella” Lounge Chair, 1956
Brazilian Modern Design- Sergio Rodrigues “Stella” Lounge Chair, 1956

Brazilian Modern Design- Sergio Rodrigues “Stella” Lounge Chair, 1956

By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, SP

Iconic “Stella” lounge chair designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1956 and produced by OCA, Brazil. Considered one of Rodrigues’ early upholstered designs, the Stella already reveals many...

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Brazilian Rosewood & Leather Sling Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA
Brazilian Rosewood & Leather Sling Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA

Brazilian Rosewood & Leather Sling Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This Sergio Rodriguez Sheriff Chair and Ottoman were completely disassembled and each piece of rosewood was stripped, sanded and refinished in multiple coats of hand-buffed finishing...

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Poltrona Tonico by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Leather, Brazil, 1963
Poltrona Tonico by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Leather, Brazil, 1963

Poltrona Tonico by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Leather, Brazil, 1963

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Lisboa, PT

Poltrona Tonico, designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in 1963 and produced by Oca, is a Brazilian modern lounge chair crafted from solid rosewood with leather upholstery. Its generous button...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Cantu Alta Dining Chair, Solid Wood Leather, in the style of Sergio Rodrigues
Cantu Alta Dining Chair, Solid Wood Leather, in the style of Sergio Rodrigues

Cantu Alta Dining Chair, Solid Wood Leather, in the style of Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Lisboa, PT

Set of eight Cantu Alta dining chairs attributed to Sérgio Rodrigues, in the manner of his 1960s designs produced by Oca, tall back dining chairs in solid rosewood and veneers with l...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodrigues 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair
Sergio Rodrigues 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair

Sergio Rodrigues 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair

By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo

Located in Red Lion, PA

"Sheriff" model. Solid pine, leather cover, leather straps. Design: Sergio Rodrigues, 1957. Manufacturer: Isa, Bergamo, Italy. Vintage condition

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1960s Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Pair of "Beto" Armchairs in Rosewood, Chrome & Mohair, Sergio Rodrigues , 1958
Pair of "Beto" Armchairs in Rosewood, Chrome & Mohair, Sergio Rodrigues , 1958

Pair of "Beto" Armchairs in Rosewood, Chrome & Mohair, Sergio Rodrigues , 1958

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1958 by the legendary Brazilian architect and furniture designer Sergio Rodrigues, this exceptional pair of "Beto" armchairs represents one of the most refined expression...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodrigues, Franco armchair in wood, headrest brazillian modern design
Sergio Rodrigues, Franco armchair in wood, headrest brazillian modern design

Sergio Rodrigues, Franco armchair in wood, headrest brazillian modern design

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, SP

Pair of “Franco” Lounge Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues – Icons of Modern Brazilian Design (1963) We are pleased to offer an original pair of the iconic “Franco” lounge chairs, designed ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Modern, 1958 - "Mucki" bench in Rosewood, Brazil.
Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Modern, 1958 - "Mucki" bench in Rosewood, Brazil.

Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Modern, 1958 - "Mucki" bench in Rosewood, Brazil.

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1958 by Sérgio Rodrigues, the Mucki bench brings architectural clarity to the expressive beauty of Brazilian rosewood. Produced by Oca, this monumental example spans 98 i...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodrigues, 'Mocho' Stool, Brazil
Sergio Rodrigues, 'Mocho' Stool, Brazil

Sergio Rodrigues, 'Mocho' Stool, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Sergio Rodrigues Mocho Stool Wood Model created in 1959 LinBrasil edition

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Set of 10 Tião chair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1964
Mid-Century Modern Set of 10 Tião chair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1964

Mid-Century Modern Set of 10 Tião chair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1964

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

The Tião dining chairs are designed by Sergio Rodrigues during the 1960s and produced by Oca. This set of ten chairs is made of Rosewood with fabric upholstery. They combine aestheti...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Sergio Rodrigues “Tonico” Sofa, Brazil, 1960s – Original Upholstery
Sergio Rodrigues “Tonico” Sofa, Brazil, 1960s – Original Upholstery

Sergio Rodrigues “Tonico” Sofa, Brazil, 1960s – Original Upholstery

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Curitiba, PR

An iconic example of Brazilian modern design, the Tonico sofa by Sergio Rodrigues embodies the warmth, comfort, and sculptural presence that define his work. Designed in the 1960s, t...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Hardwood

Jacaranda + Leather ‘Sheriff’ Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957 - 2 Avail
Jacaranda + Leather ‘Sheriff’ Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957 - 2 Avail

Jacaranda + Leather ‘Sheriff’ Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957 - 2 Avail

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Chicago, IL

An iconic ‘Sheriff’ lounge chair by renowned Brazilian designer Sergio Rodrigues. This chair design was originally created as a commission in 1957 for photographer Otto Stupakoff and...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Brazilian Midcentury - Sérgio Rodrigues OCA: rare 1956 Paola Stool in solid wood
Brazilian Midcentury - Sérgio Rodrigues OCA: rare 1956 Paola Stool in solid wood

Brazilian Midcentury - Sérgio Rodrigues OCA: rare 1956 Paola Stool in solid wood

By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, SP

Super rare “Paola” stool designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1956, one of the most uncommon and collectible pieces from the designer’s early production. The piece reflects the beginning ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Brazilian Modern Set of Ten Cantu Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Set of Ten Cantu Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Set of Ten Cantu Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Rare set of ten Cantu dining chairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues in the 1960s, crafted in solid Brazilian rosewood with original faux leather upholstery. The chairs feature elongate...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Barstool in Solid Pine
Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Barstool in Solid Pine

Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Barstool in Solid Pine

By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, barstool, pine, leather, Italy, 1960s Sergio Rodrigues stands as one of the most iconic figures in Brazilian design, with a remarkable career that ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Lounge chair with Ottoman "Sheriff" by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, 1960s
Lounge chair with Ottoman "Sheriff" by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, 1960s

Lounge chair with Ottoman "Sheriff" by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo

Located in bruxelles, BE

Lounge chair with ottoman in black leather and wood by Sergio Rodrigues. Model: Sheriff. ISA stamped. Seat height: 37 cm. Ottoman dimensions: H: 38 cm W: 60 cm D: 60 cm. Wear due to ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Wood

Oscar Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Cane, Brazil, 1956
Oscar Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Cane, Brazil, 1956

Oscar Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Cane, Brazil, 1956

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mole armchair designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in 1957 and produced by Oca, a defining lounge chair of Brazilian modern design in solid rosewood and thick saddle leather. The Mole armcha...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Midcentury Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chairs, Brazil
Midcentury Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chairs, Brazil

Midcentury Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chairs, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Argelato, BO

An authentic icon of Mid-Century Brazilian design, the Sheriff armchair is one of the most important and beloved works of the Brazilian designer Sergi...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Wood

Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil

Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Sergio Rodrigues created the "Mole'' concept between 1956 and 1957 at the photographer Otto Stupakoff's request, who wanted a two-seater sofa for his studio. The sofa should have cus...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

“Moleca” Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Rosewood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues, 1963
“Moleca” Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Rosewood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues, 1963

“Moleca” Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Rosewood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues, 1963

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

An exceptionally rare example of the Moleca lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1963 and produced exclusively that year. The model represents a pivotal moment ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Hardwood, Wood

Sofa in Jacaranda and Leather by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957
Sofa in Jacaranda and Leather by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957

Sofa in Jacaranda and Leather by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Sofa in Jacaranda and Leather by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957 Additional Information: Material: Jacaranda and leather Style: Mid century, Brazil Rare sofa model Mole Produced in Bra...

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Pair of "Oscar" Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1956
Pair of "Oscar" Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1956

Pair of "Oscar" Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1956

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Created by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1956, the Oscar armchair was an homage to Oscar Niemeyer (1907-2012), one of the most important Brazilian architects in modern architecture...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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"Tonico" Three-Seat Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1963
"Tonico" Three-Seat Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1963

"Tonico" Three-Seat Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1963

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Antwerp, BE

This Tonico three-seat sofa, designed by Sergio Rodrigues around 1963, is a masterpiece of Brazilian modernist design. Its stained freijó wood frame provides a strong yet elegant fou...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Fabric, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues, 1959. Eight Tiao chairs in Rosewood (2 armchairs + 6 chairs)
Sergio Rodrigues, 1959. Eight Tiao chairs in Rosewood (2 armchairs + 6 chairs)

Sergio Rodrigues, 1959. Eight Tiao chairs in Rosewood (2 armchairs + 6 chairs)

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

A refined and quietly sculptural set of eight Tião dining chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, executed in richly grained Brazilian rosewood and newly upholstered in a soft, textural bouclé. ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Bouclé, Hardwood

Kilin Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1970s
Kilin Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1970s

Kilin Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1970s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1973, the Kilin chair has become one of the most celebrated icons of Brazilian design. Combining a solid timber structure with a suspended leather sli...

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Rosewood

'Mole' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1950s
'Mole' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1950s

'Mole' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1950s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1957, this iconic Mole lounge chair embodies the essence of Brazilian mid-century modernism. Featuring a solid rounded jaca...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Mucki Bench in Rosewood by Sergio Rodrigues, 1958, Brazilian Midcentury
Vintage Mucki Bench in Rosewood by Sergio Rodrigues, 1958, Brazilian Midcentury

Vintage Mucki Bench in Rosewood by Sergio Rodrigues, 1958, Brazilian Midcentury

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1958 by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) and manufactured by Oca, the Mucki bench is an incredible and versatile piece – ideal for different kinds ...

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Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Modern, 1958 - "Mucki" bench in Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Modern, 1958 - "Mucki" bench in Rosewood

Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Modern, 1958 - "Mucki" bench in Rosewood

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1958, the Mucki bench by Sérgio Rodrigues stands as an essential expression of Brazilian modern design—an era that fused architectural clarity with the warmth and soul of...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Hardwood, Rosewood

Original Brazilian Design Mocho Stool by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, 1950s
Original Brazilian Design Mocho Stool by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, 1950s

Original Brazilian Design Mocho Stool by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, 1950s

By Oca, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Renens, CH

Sergio Rodrigues set the standard for Modern furniture in Brazil during the 1950s, his works have become a reference for Brazilian design, which often use indigenous wood species suc...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Hardwood

Set of Six “Tião” Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1959
Set of Six “Tião” Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1959

Set of Six “Tião” Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1959

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1959, the “Tião” dining chair represents an early and highly disciplined expression of Sergio Rodrigues’ approach to Brazilian Modernism—where structural clarity, materia...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Faux Leather, Hardwood

Sergio Rodrigues, 'Slatted 'Mucki' Bench, LinBrasil
Sergio Rodrigues, 'Slatted 'Mucki' Bench, LinBrasil

Sergio Rodrigues, 'Slatted 'Mucki' Bench, LinBrasil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Sergio Rodrigues Mucki Bench Model created in 1959 LinBrasil edition

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Hardwood

Mucki Bench by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1960s
Mucki Bench by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1960s

Mucki Bench by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Antwerp, BE

Originally designed circa 1958 and produced around 1965 by OCA Industrias Reunidas, the Mucki Bench by Sergio Rodrigues is a rare and versatile piece crafted in massive Brazilian woo...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Mocho Stools by Sergio Rodrigues, 1954
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Mocho Stools by Sergio Rodrigues, 1954

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Mocho Stools by Sergio Rodrigues, 1954

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

The Mocho stool is one of the most important pieces designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1954, before founding the Oca store. This pair is made of solid Rosewood in very good vintage cond...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

Sergio Rodrigues - OCA - Taba - Stella armchair in solid wood 1956
Sergio Rodrigues - OCA - Taba - Stella armchair in solid wood 1956

Sergio Rodrigues - OCA - Taba - Stella armchair in solid wood 1956

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, SP

SERGIO RODRIGUES - 1956 - Rare and sculptural Bergere "Stella" armchair with solid wood legs and plywood seat frame covered in premium woven fabric. First upholstered armchair design...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Fabric, Plywood, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973
Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973

Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1973 and produced by Oca, the Kilin armchair is composed of two sides and two crosspieces, with the back and seat made from a unique piece...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Eleh Jacaronda Coffee Table or Bench, Brazil, 1960s
Sergio Rodrigues Eleh Jacaronda Coffee Table or Bench, Brazil, 1960s

Sergio Rodrigues Eleh Jacaronda Coffee Table or Bench, Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sergio Rodrigues Eleh Jacaronda coffee table or bench, Brazil, 1965. "Eleh" model from the "Arcos" series, Made by Oca, Brazil, 1965. Jacaranda (Brazili...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Jacaranda

Eleh Bench by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Metal Bolts, Brazil, 1960s
Eleh Bench by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Metal Bolts, Brazil, 1960s

Eleh Bench by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Metal Bolts, Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Lisboa, PT

Eleh Bench, designed by Sérgio Rodrigues and produced by Oca in the 1960s, is a Brazilian modernist bench crafted from solid rosewood with exposed metal bolts. Its long, low profile ...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Wood

Sergio Rodrigues, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Brazil, 1978
Sergio Rodrigues, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Brazil, 1978

Sergio Rodrigues, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Brazil, 1978

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of wood lounge chairs or armchairs designed and produced by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, c. 1978. Very light scratching on backrest of one chair and arm of the other. Refinished...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Wood

Brazilian Midcentury - Sergio Rodrigues, Oca - Eleh Bench or Coffee Table, 1960s
Brazilian Midcentury - Sergio Rodrigues, Oca - Eleh Bench or Coffee Table, 1960s

Brazilian Midcentury - Sergio Rodrigues, Oca - Eleh Bench or Coffee Table, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in São Paulo, SP

Rare “Eleh” bench / coffee table designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1965 and produced by OCA, Brazil. A refined and versatile example of Brazilian modern furniture, the piece reflects R...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Metal

Set of 6 of “Marco” Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
Set of 6 of “Marco” Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

Set of 6 of “Marco” Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927–2014) in the 1960s, the “Marco” chair reflects the designer’s disciplined approach to proportion, structural clarity, and material presence within ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Hardwood

Pair of Beto Armchairs, Sergio Rodrigues
Pair of Beto Armchairs, Sergio Rodrigues

Pair of Beto Armchairs, Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Los angeles, CA

Designed in 1958, the 'Beto' armchair pays heed to the slender lines, geometry, and stainless steel materials of the 1950's. Common in many of Rodrigues' pieces, the "Beto" includes ...

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1950s Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Steel

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, circa 1955
Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, circa 1955

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, circa 1955

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, 1950s. Exceedingly rare set of 4. Appear to be all original. Original textile is faded and has some wear. Each chair with original label. Brazilian Rosewood (Jacaranda). Museum quality pieces by the father of Brazilian Modernism, Sergio Rodrigues. Stunning woodgrain. Original upholstery. Each chair Labelled with original Oca leather tag and paper label. See photos. Sergio Rodrigues is credited as the father of modern design in Brazil for having introduced a uniquely Brazilian formal vocabulary with his unique mix of thick and sturdy, “earthy” modernist style. Internationally recognized as one of Brazil's most influential modern designers, Rodrigues' most famous project is undoubtedly the Mole chair...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Textile, Jacaranda

Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973
Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973

Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1973 and produced by Oca, the Kilin armchair is composed of two sides and two crosspieces, with the back and seat made from a unique piece...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Pair of Tião Armchairs in Solid Freijó Wood, Oca, 1950s
Sergio Rodrigues Pair of Tião Armchairs in Solid Freijó Wood, Oca, 1950s

Sergio Rodrigues Pair of Tião Armchairs in Solid Freijó Wood, Oca, 1950s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, BR

Pair of Tião armchairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues and produced by Oca in Rio de Janeiro in the 1950s, with frames in solid freijó wood and upholstered seat and back. Each chair is...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Rosewood Daybed in Taupe Boucle, Brazil, 1960s
Sergio Rodrigues Rosewood Daybed in Taupe Boucle, Brazil, 1960s

Sergio Rodrigues Rosewood Daybed in Taupe Boucle, Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in the 1960s by Sergio Rodrigues (1927–2014), this rosewood daybed embodies the relaxed monumentality and material honesty that defined Brazilian modernism. Conceived as par...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Bouclé, Hardwood

Pair of Odilon Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
Pair of Odilon Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues

Pair of Odilon Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in London, England

Sergio Roberto Santos Rodrigues was a Brazilian carioca architect and designer. Along with Joaquim Tenreiro and José Zanine Caldas, Rodrigues was the Pio...

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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Odilon 3-Seat Sofa in Rosewood & Sage Celadon Velvet, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil
Odilon 3-Seat Sofa in Rosewood & Sage Celadon Velvet, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil

Odilon 3-Seat Sofa in Rosewood & Sage Celadon Velvet, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

The Odilon sofa, a lesser-known model by Sergio Rodrigues, reveals the designer’s sensitivity to proportion, material, and everyday comfort. Its elongated silhouette brings together ...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Velvet, Rosewood

Sergio Rodrigues seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Sergio Rodrigues seating 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 Sergio Rodrigues seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Sergio Rodrigues 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 seating by Percival Lafer, José Zanine Caldas, and Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. Prices for Sergio Rodrigues seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,000 and can go as high as $72,120, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $17,750.