About Luteca
Luteca produces handmade, contemporary and modernist furniture, inspired by the rich legacies of Mexico and Latin America. Headquartered in France, with production mainly in Mexico, it stands at the design crossroads of Mexican heritage and European innovation, bringing together diverse cultural strands and historical influences to create furniture with a uniquely tropical soul animated by a global, cosmopolitan spirit. Deeply rooted in the artisanal craft traditions that inspired the work of Mexico's leading modernist designers of the 20th century, our aim is to bring t...Read More
Established in 20151stDibs seller since 2018
Featured Pieces
Solid Wood Outdoor Modernist Armchair, Designed in the 20th Century
By Luteca Furniture, Michael van Beuren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Miguelito armchair is an iconic design by the Bauhaus trained American designer Michael van Beuren, realized during his lifetime in Mexico. It is meticulously handcrafted in Irok...
Category
2010s Mexican Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Teak
Solid Walnut and Upholstered Leather or Boucle Seat Contemporary Bar Stool
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handcrafted stool in bar (28") or counter (24") height in solid wood with upholstered seat cushion. (COM)
Midcentury inspired shape with a contempor...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Black Ash, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking, contemporary dining chair with elegant scissor legs and floating back, inspired by the midcentury chairs of Spanish designer Eugenio Escudero from the the 1950s. The tape...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash
Midcentury, Line Lounge Chair by Michael van Beuren, Walnut & Velvet, by LUTECA
By Michael van Beuren, Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Line lounge chair was designed in circa 1945 by Michael van Beuren, an American who trained at Germany's prestigious Bauhaus school and then immigrated to Mexico to become one of the most successful and sought after furniture designers of the 20th century. The Line chair has a distinctly Latin American flavor with its curved legs whilst honoring the international style...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Clara Porset Modernist CP3 Solid Walnut and Glass Coffee Table by Luteca
By Luteca Furniture, Clara Porset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cuban-born Clara Porset was a pioneer for modern design in Mexico. Having studied architecture in New York and then Paris, she finally settled in Mexico devoting her life to champion...
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2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Modern Daybed with Black Matte Black Frame and 'Latte' Cotton Velvet Upholstery
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by the architecture of Luis Barragán, the Dorcia is a unique piece that focuses on form and function. The bolsters serve as head rests, armrests or low backrests that divide...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Steel
Solid Wood, Walnut Finish, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully striking, contemporary dining chair with elegant scissor legs and floating back, inspired by the midcentury chairs of Spanish designer Eugenio Escudero from the the 195...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash
20th Century Solid Wood Counter Stool for Indoor Outdoor
By Luteca Furniture, Michael van Beuren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Michael van Beuren was an American designer who attended Germany's prestigious Bauhaus school and went on to become the most prolific furniture designer in Mexico during the 20th cen...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Stools
Materials
Teak
Solid Wood and Upholstered Mid-Century, Organic Modern Style Dining Chair
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by 20th-century Latin American design, the Clara Dining Chair blends heritage craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Its solid wood frame, sculptural curves, and floating...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash
Outdoor Woven Resin Ottoman by Luteca
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed for the outdoors, at the crossroads between past and present, this new series based on the ancient savoir faire of our original woven tule collection has been redeveloped an...
Category
2010s Indonesian Pre-Columbian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Outdoor Woven Resin Small Stool by Luteca
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed for the outdoors, at the crossroads between past and present, this new series based on the ancient savoir faire of our original woven tule collection has been redeveloped an...
Category
2010s Indonesian Pre-Columbian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Outdoor Woven Resin Bench by Luteca
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed for the outdoors, at the crossroads between past and present, this new series based on the ancient savoir faire of our original woven tule collection has been redeveloped an...
Category
2010s Indonesian Pre-Columbian Benches
Materials
Aluminum
More About Luteca
Woven Credenza by Michael van Beuren, designed circa 1950
Alacran Chaise by Michael van Beuren in walnut with custom black leather strapping.
San Miguel Lounge Chair by Michael van Beuren in Mahogany with red nylon strapping.
