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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
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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'Vronka' Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues in Wood and Fabric, Brazil, 1962
'Vronka' Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues in Wood and Fabric, Brazil, 1962

'Vronka' Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues in Wood and Fabric, Brazil, 1962

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Uithoorn, NL

The 'Vronka' chair by Sergio Rodrigues from the 1960s showcases a straightforward, structured design. Its frame is constructed from wood, with broad, flat arms that extend outward fr...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Metal

Sergio Rodrigues, Set Of Twelve High-Back Rosewood Chairs, Brazil, 1960s
Sergio Rodrigues, Set Of Twelve High-Back Rosewood Chairs, Brazil, 1960s

Sergio Rodrigues, Set Of Twelve High-Back Rosewood Chairs, Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Sergio Rodrigues Set of Twelve High-Back Dining Chairs From the Bloch Editores Building Rosewood, Upholstery Brazil, 1965

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Upholstery, Hardwood

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

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

Beg Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Sage Green Leather, Brazil, 1967
Beg Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Sage Green Leather, Brazil, 1967

Beg Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Sage Green Leather, Brazil, 1967

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Lisboa, PT

Beg Armchair, designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in 1967 and produced by Oca, is one of the designer's most refined executive lounge chairs. Originally conceived for the conference room of...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Merbella Stool, Solid Wood, Mid-Century Modern
Sergio Rodrigues Merbella Stool, Solid Wood, Mid-Century Modern

Sergio Rodrigues Merbella Stool, Solid Wood, Mid-Century Modern

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in London, GB

The Merbella Stool by Sergio Rodrigues is a striking example of mid-century Brazilian design, embodying both sculptural boldness and ergonomic ingenuity. Designed in the 1960s, this ...

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

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Wood

Sergio Rodrigues "Lucio Costa" Dining Chairs for Oca, 1956, Set of 6
Sergio Rodrigues "Lucio Costa" Dining Chairs for Oca, 1956, Set of 6

Sergio Rodrigues "Lucio Costa" Dining Chairs for Oca, 1956, Set of 6

By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Sergio Rodrigues "Lucio Costa" dining chairs for Oca, wood and Vienna straw, Brazil, 1956, set of six. Sergio Rodrigues designed the "Lúcio Costa" dining chair in 1956 for Oca, the ...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Wood

Pair of Tonico Rosewood Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
Pair of Tonico Rosewood Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues

Pair of Tonico Rosewood Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of vintage rosewood lounge chairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues, made by Oca for Meia Pateca in Brazil, circa 1963. Modeled as "Tonico", these chairs were constructed with soli...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Fabric, Rosewood

Pair of ‘Lia’ Armchairs by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1962, Jacaranda and Cowhide
Pair of ‘Lia’ Armchairs by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1962, Jacaranda and Cowhide

Pair of ‘Lia’ Armchairs by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1962, Jacaranda and Cowhide

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Echt, NL

Beautiful pair of Lia armchairs in very good condition. Designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in Brazil in 1962. The frame of these chairs is fabricated from sol...

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Cowhide, Leather, Jacaranda, Rosewood

Pair of Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s
Pair of Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s

Pair of Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A bold and architectural pair that captures Sergio Rodrigues’ command of volume, proportion, and comfort. The solid jacarandá uprights frame a generous upholstered seat and backrest,...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Daybed Luxor, by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960's, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
Daybed Luxor, by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960's, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern

Daybed Luxor, by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960's, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, SP

The Luxor daybed is a true masterpiece of design, combining both comfort and elegance in a way that only Sergio Rodrigues could achieve. The frame is made of Brazilian hardwood, with...

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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Wood

Dining Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues for Bloch, 1960s
Dining Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues for Bloch, 1960s

Dining Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues for Bloch, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues and Joaquim Tenreiro for Bloch Editors, São Paulo, c. 1950s. Commissioned for the broadcaster’s headquarters, this suite exemplifies the utilitarian refi...

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

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Leather, Hardwood

Sergio Rodrigues, Pair of Vintage High-Back 'Cantu' Chairs, Brazil, 1960s
Sergio Rodrigues, Pair of Vintage High-Back 'Cantu' Chairs, Brazil, 1960s

Sergio Rodrigues, Pair of Vintage High-Back 'Cantu' Chairs, Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Sergio Rodrigues Pair of High-Back 'Cantu' Chairs Rosewood, Leather Brazil, 1960s

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Hardwood

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

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

'Franco' Lounge Chair with Headrest, by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1960s
'Franco' Lounge Chair with Headrest, by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1960s

'Franco' Lounge Chair with Headrest, by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, SP

The "Franco" lounge chairs, designed by Sergio Rodrigues, stand as a distinct representation of Brazilian mid-century design. These chairs are characterized by their robust solid har...

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

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Leather, Hardwood

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

Kiko Armchair by BSergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s
Kiko Armchair by BSergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s

Kiko Armchair by BSergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A rare model from Rodrigues’ 1960s production, the Kiko armchair combines the warmth of Brazilian jacarandá with an industrial sensibility expressed through its visible metal fitting...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Metal

Sergio Rodrigues, Cavoina, Cowhide, Four Cuiabá Dining Chairs, Brazil, 1985
Sergio Rodrigues, Cavoina, Cowhide, Four Cuiabá Dining Chairs, Brazil, 1985

Sergio Rodrigues, Cavoina, Cowhide, Four Cuiabá Dining Chairs, Brazil, 1985

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Stamford, CT

Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern, Cavoina, Biege Cowhide, Four "Cuiabá" Dining or Side Chairs, Brazil, 1985 Set of four rare "Cuiabá" dining chairs designed by Sergio ...

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1980s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Cowhide

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

Sergio Rodrigues "Lucio Costa" Dining Chairs for Oca, 1956, Set of 2
Sergio Rodrigues "Lucio Costa" Dining Chairs for Oca, 1956, Set of 2

Sergio Rodrigues "Lucio Costa" Dining Chairs for Oca, 1956, Set of 2

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Sergio Rodrigues "Lucio Costa" dining chairs for Oca, wood and Vienna straw, Brazil, 1956, set of two. Sergio Rodrigues designed the "Lúcio Costa" dining chair in 1956 for Oca, the ...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Wood

Lucio Chair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Cane, Brazil, 1956
Lucio Chair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Cane, Brazil, 1956

Lucio Chair 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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Wood, Cane

Paraty Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s
Paraty Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s

Paraty Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A refined expression of Rodrigues’ mastery of proportion and comfort, the Paraty sofa combines architectural clarity with inviting warmth. The gently curved backrest and subtly flare...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair, Brasil, circa 1955
Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair, Brasil, circa 1955

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair, 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

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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Cowhide, Wood, Hardwood

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 OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues

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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Leather, Jacaranda

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

Brazilian Modern Armchair with Wheels, Hardwood & Ultra Suede Sergio Rodrigues
Brazilian Modern Armchair with Wheels, Hardwood & Ultra Suede Sergio Rodrigues

Brazilian Modern Armchair with Wheels, Hardwood & Ultra Suede Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Originally designed for Brasília’s Palácio Itamaraty, which houses Brazil’s Ministry of External Relations, the Jimi armchair stands as a significant example of Brazilian modern desi...

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

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Chrome

“Cuiaba” Dining Set in Hardwood & Ultrasuede, Sergio Rodrigues, 1970s, Brazil
“Cuiaba” Dining Set in Hardwood & Ultrasuede, Sergio Rodrigues, 1970s, Brazil

“Cuiaba” Dining Set in Hardwood & Ultrasuede, Sergio Rodrigues, 1970s, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues in the 1970s, the Cuiabá dining set reflects the designer’s distinctive approach to Brazilian modernism—combining structural clarity, expressive joinery,...

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

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Hardwood, Ultrasuede

Vintage 'Mole' Solid Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Brazil
Vintage 'Mole' Solid Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Brazil

Vintage 'Mole' Solid Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

The iconic Mole sofa is Sergio Rodrigues' signature piece designed between 1956 and 1957, giving rise to the famous and award-winning Mole armchair. In Portu...

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

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Leather, Rosewood

3 Dining Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues for Bloch, 1960s
3 Dining Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues for Bloch, 1960s

3 Dining Chairs in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues for Bloch, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Each of these chairs features a solid rosewood frame paired with light brown leather upholstery, presenting a clean, almost brutalist aesthetic. Originally designed for Bloch Editors...

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

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Leather, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern set of 6 dining Bloch Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1965
Mid-Century Modern set of 6 dining Bloch Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1965

Mid-Century Modern set of 6 dining Bloch Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1965

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous set of 6 dining chairs designed in 1964 by Sergio Rodrigues for the headquarters of Bloch Editores S.A. A particular characteristic of Brazilian mid-century furni...

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

1950's Set of Four Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues Dining Chairs
1950's Set of Four Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues Dining Chairs

1950's Set of Four Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues Dining Chairs

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in Burbank, CA

Set of four original vintage Mid Century Modern dining chairs for sale. Designed by famed designed Sergio Rodrigues, and were manufactured in 1957. These are made of solid hardwood j...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Jacaranda

Rare Sergio Rodrigues Cantu Dining Chairs
Rare Sergio Rodrigues Cantu Dining Chairs

Rare Sergio Rodrigues Cantu Dining Chairs

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Oosterbeek, NL

Set of 4 Brazilian rosewood dining chairs design 1959 by Sergio Rodrigues The chairs are in good vintage condition.

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Wood

Slatted “Mucki” Bench by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s
Slatted “Mucki” Bench by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s

Slatted “Mucki” Bench by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues circa 1958, the “Mucki” bench is a refined example of Brazilian modernist furniture, balancing structural clarity with a warm and tactile material presen...

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Hardwood

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

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

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1963 and produced for a single year, the “Moleca” lounge chair stands among Sergio Rodrigues’ most collectible and emblematic works. Constructed in robust Brazilian hardw...

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

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Wood, Hardwood, Fabric

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 rosewood legs and plywood seat frame covered in premium woven fabric. First upholstered armchair de...

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

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Fabric, Plywood, Wood

“Holperin” Swivel Armchair in Green Leather & Rosewood, Sergio Rodrigues, 1962
“Holperin” Swivel Armchair in Green Leather & Rosewood, Sergio Rodrigues, 1962

“Holperin” Swivel Armchair in Green Leather & Rosewood, Sergio Rodrigues, 1962

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Among the rare office seating designs created by Sergio Rodrigues during the formative years of Brazilian Modernism, the Holperin armchair stands as one of his most architecturally r...

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

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Metal

Set of 8 Rosewood ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, 1956, Brazilian Midcentury
Set of 8 Rosewood ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, 1956, Brazilian Midcentury

Set of 8 Rosewood ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, 1956, Brazilian Midcentury

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in New York, NY

The Lucio chair is an icon of Brazilian design, made with a solid wood structure, originally rosewood, and a flat cane seat. The backrest is sculpted with anatomical design and turned feet. Sergio Rodrigues designed this piece in 1956 in honor of Lucio COSTA, the great Brazilian architect and urban planner. This set is composed of eight chairs of Rosewood, with natural cane seats. Best known for his plan for Brasília, Lucio COSTA was one of the architects responsible for the project that became the most significant landmark of modern architecture in Brazil: the MEC (Ministry of Education and Culture) building in Rio de Janeiro, inaugurated in 1943. The construction presented a Modern architecture of Brazilian industry...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Straw, Rosewood

Kiko Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
Kiko Chair by Sergio Rodrigues

Kiko Chair by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

Sergio Rodrigues is a world-renowned furniture designer from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, who originated 1,200 designs, half of which were actually produced. His works are popular not onl...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Wood

Bloch Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1964
Bloch Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1964

Bloch Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1964

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

A particular characteristic in Brazilian mid-century furniture making was the practice of furnishing houses and commercial buildings in exchange for a special commission. This chair ...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Rosewood, Leather

"Vronka" Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1952
"Vronka" Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1952

"Vronka" Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1952

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, SP

Part of the furniture line of the company "Meia Pataca", created by Sérgio Rodrigues with the intention of producing Brazilian industrial furniture, the Vronka armchair was conceived...

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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Wood

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

“Cuiaba” Set of of 4 Chairs in Hardwood and Fabric by Sergio Rodrigues, 1970’s
“Cuiaba” Set of of 4 Chairs in Hardwood and Fabric by Sergio Rodrigues, 1970’s

“Cuiaba” Set of of 4 Chairs in Hardwood and Fabric by Sergio Rodrigues, 1970’s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Available today in NYC with FREE DOMESTIC SHIPPING included, this “Cuiaba” Set of of 4 Chairs in Hardwood and Fabric by Sergio Rodrigues, 1970’s is nothing less than the find of the year! The chairs have been restored and are in excellent condition. The frame of the chairs is made with Brazilian hardwood and the seat and backrest are made with fabric. The chairs have a very unique shape and look a lot different than traditional chairs. The base of the chairs is in a rectangular box shape and the backrest is angled back. The chairs are low which allows for a very comfortable seating. These chairs can be purchased with a dining table (Lot 478) that was also made by Sergio Rodrigues. The video showcases the incredible set. The Cuiaba chair...

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

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Fabric, Hardwood

Anacastro Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
Anacastro Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

Anacastro Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Barcelona, ES

Anacastro Sofa Manufactured by Oca Brazil, 1960s Jacaranda and natural leather Measurements 270 cm x 80 cm x 78 h cm (back) 106,3 in x 31,5 in x 30,7 h in (back) 270 cm x 80 cm x 42...

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, Jacaranda

Sergio Rodrigues Eleh bench made by OCA Brazil 1965
Sergio Rodrigues Eleh bench made by OCA Brazil 1965

Sergio Rodrigues Eleh bench made by OCA Brazil 1965

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Presenting a larger than usual version of the Eleh bench, a distinguished creation by the renowned designer Sergio Rodrigues, manufactured by Oca in Brazil in 1965. This versatile pi...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Rosewood

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 Arcos little Chair by Brazil 1960s
Pair of Arcos little Chair by Brazil 1960s

Pair of Arcos little Chair by Brazil 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Brasília, BR

Amazing pair of Arcos armchairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues in the 1960s for Itamaraty Palace. They are composed by a solid rosewood structure. The seat and backrest are made up of...

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

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Eleh Bench by Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
Vintage Eleh Bench by Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury

Vintage Eleh Bench by Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in New York, NY

The Eleh bench is a furniture piece from the 1960s designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1914-2012). Its structure is composed of a veneered wood box covered with R...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Rosewood

Sergio Rodrigues Stool "Mocho" Stool for Oca, Brazil
Sergio Rodrigues Stool "Mocho" Stool for Oca, Brazil

Sergio Rodrigues Stool "Mocho" Stool for Oca, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rare Sergio Rodrigues "Mocho" stool for Oca, Brazil, 1954. Sublime in its simplicity and comfort, in very good original condition, stamped.

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

Sérgio Rodrigues 'Stella Alta' Jacaranda Wood Lounge Chair Brazil 1965 Oca
Sérgio Rodrigues 'Stella Alta' Jacaranda Wood Lounge Chair Brazil 1965 Oca

Sérgio Rodrigues 'Stella Alta' Jacaranda Wood Lounge Chair Brazil 1965 Oca

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Curitiba, PR

Created in 1956, this was the first upholstered armchair produced by Taba, a furniture factory founded by Sergio Rodrigues. The restoration process only needed refinishing, which was done by our team at the finest details and preserving the originality from that period. The restoration process only needed refinishing and reupholster, which was done by our team at the finest details and preserving the originality from that period. Sergio Roberto Santos...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Hardwood

Set of 8 ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, Brazilian Midcentury Design
Set of 8 ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, Brazilian Midcentury Design

Set of 8 ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, Brazilian Midcentury Design

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

The Lucio chair is an icon of Brazilian design, made with a solid wood structure, originally rosewood, and a flat cane seat. The backrest is sculpted with anatomical design and turned feet. Sergio Rodrigues designed this piece in 1956 in honor of Lucio Costa...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Straw, Rosewood

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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Leather, Wood

Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues
Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues

Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Barcelona, ES

Armchair designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in iron structure, solid wood arms and new black leather upholstery. Brazil, 1950.

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Iron

'Odilon' Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
'Odilon' Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern

'Odilon' Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in São Paulo, SP

The Odilon lounge chair is a robust and elegant piece of furniture that embodies the distinctive design characteristics of the Brazilian furniture designer Sergio Rodrigues. It featu...

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

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Fabric, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Kiko Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Kiko Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Kiko Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1960, the Kiko armchair has a rectilinear rosewood structure with flat, squared members joined at right angles. The seat and backrest cushions are uph...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Seating

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Leather, 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.