More often than not, vintage mid-century Brazilian furniture designs, with their gleaming wood, soft leathers and inviting shapes, share a sensuous, unique quality that distinguishes them from the more rectilinear output of American and Scandinavian makers of the same era.
Commencing in the 1940s and '50s, a group of architects and designers transformed the local cultural landscape in Brazil, merging the modernist vernacular popular in Europe and the United States with the South American country's traditional techniques and indigenous materials.
Key mid-century influencers on Brazilian furniture design include natives Oscar Niemeyer, Sergio Rodrigues and José Zanine Caldas as well as such European immigrants as Joaquim Tenreiro, Jean Gillon and Jorge Zalszupin. These creators frequently collaborated; for instance, Niemeyer, an internationally acclaimed architect, commissioned many of them to furnish his residential and institutional buildings.
The popularity of Brazilian modern furniture has made household names of these designers and other greats. Their particular brand of modernism is characterized by an émigré point of view (some were Lithuanian, German, Polish, Ukrainian, Portuguese, and Italian), a preference for highly figured indigenous Brazilian woods, a reverence for nature as an inspiration and an atelier or small-production mentality.
Hallmarks of Brazilian mid-century design include smooth, sculptural forms and the use of native woods like rosewood, jacaranda and pequi. The work of designers today exhibits many of the same qualities, though with a marked interest in exploring new materials (witness the Campana Brothers' stuffed-animal chairs) and an emphasis on looking inward rather than to other countries for inspiration.
Find a collection of vintage Brazilian furniture on 1stDibs that includes chairs, sofas, tables and more.
Genuine Amethyst Geode Slice on Stand from Uruguay (13 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This top museum quality Amethyst Quartz geode slice features naturally formed, lustrous and fully terminated with highly reflective faces and a deep, transparent to translucent hues....
Amethyst, Crystal, Other
Genuine Amethyst Crystal Cluster on Stand from Brazil (17.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This museum quality Amethyst Quartz Cluster features naturally formed, lustrous and fully terminated crystals with highly reflective faces and a deep, transparent to translucent hue...
Amethyst, Crystal, Other
Genuine Amethyst Crystal Cluster on Stand from Brazil (6 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This museum quality Amethyst Quartz Cluster features naturally formed, lustrous and fully terminated crystals with highly reflective faces and a deep, transparent to translucent hue...
Amethyst, Crystal, Other
Genuine Amethyst Crystal Cluster on Stand from Brazil (8 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This museum quality Amethyst Quartz Cluster features naturally formed, lustrous and fully terminated crystals with highly reflective faces and a deep, transparent to translucent hue...
Amethyst, Crystal, Other
Genuine Amethyst Crystal Cluster on Stand from Brazil (7 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This museum quality Amethyst Quartz Cluster features naturally formed, lustrous and fully terminated crystals with highly reflective faces and a deep, transparent to translucent hue...
Amethyst, Crystal, Other
Genuine Amethyst Crystal Cluster on Stand from Brazil (7.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This museum quality Amethyst Quartz Cluster features naturally formed, lustrous and fully terminated crystals with highly reflective faces and a deep, transparent to translucent hue...
Amethyst, Crystal, Other
$3,453
Jean Gillon plate
By Jean Gillon
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Centre de table par Jean Gillon
Imbuia
$1,200Sale Price|33% Off
Amethyst Tree with Light
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Amethyst Tree combines natural elegance with an enchanting built-in light feature, illuminating the radiant clusters of soft purple amethyst crystals. The carefully cra...
Amethyst
$150 / item
Finish Samples by Alessandra Delgado Design
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Finishing options for Alessandra Delgado Design products. Choose the samples you want for finishing the product, and check with the store for the cost of sending the chosen samples....
Steel
Large Brazilian Carved Rock Crystal Bowl Vide-Poche
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant hand carved rock crystal bowl features a substantial round form with a deep basin and exceptional clarity. Expertly sculpted from a solid block of natural Brazilian crys...
Rock Crystal
Rock Crystal Lamp , Epitaxy , Rare
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An amazing find of a Smokey Quarts with a Parasite double ended Crystal attached to it . The Custom designed all Bronze base to support the crystal has an ( LED ) light installed in...
Rock Crystal
Bichos do Brasil, Brazilian Contemporary Collectible and Decorative Objects
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Bichos do Brasil collection is a collection of decorative and collectible objects of wooden figures that represent animals of the Brazilian Fauna: Jacaré (alligator); Peixe-Boi (Amaz...
Wood
Palatnik Op Art Lucite Elephant with Red Blanket
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in Winter Park, FL
A Mid-Century Modern lucite Op Art elephant with red and black patterned blanket designed by Abraham Palatnik. Original label on bottom: Made in Brazil. Abraham Palatnik (1928-2020) ...
Lucite
Genuine Polished Clear Quartz Point From Brazil (7.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This Brazilian clear quartz crystal point is of top museum quality, with a polished mirror finish on all sides. Known as the "stone of power," it amplifies intentions and protects ag...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
$6,250 / item
Andirons by Rafael Triboli
Located in São Paulo, BR
The collection brings together a new body of work that explores the relationship between materiality, gesture, and time, unfolding through a continuous process of experimentation and...
Bronze
Natural Clear Quartz Crystal Lamp with Hematite Inclusions
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Crystal Quartz Lamp with Hematite Inclusions – a Natural “Full Moon” ▫️ Description Illuminate your space with the ethereal beauty of nature. This handcrafted clear quartz lamp fea...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Clear Quartz Crystal Flame Sculpture
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Crystal Quartz Flame Sculpture ▫️Description With refined lines achievable only through expert craftsmanship, this crystal sculpture emerges as both a unique decorative artwork and...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Large Golden Healer Quartz Teardrop Sculpture
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Delicate Golden Healer Quartz Crystal Teardrop Sculpture ▫️ Description With its aesthetics and delicate lines created by expert craftsmanship, this exquisite Golden Healer (Hemato...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Bookmatched Pair of Citrine Geode Cathedrals
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Pair of Bookmatched Citrine Geodes with Sparkling Rich Orange Druzy and Unique Natural Formation ▫️ Description ▫️ A bookmatched pair of geodes featuring sparkling citrine druzy i...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Jabuti, Brazilian Contemporary Collectible and Decorative Object
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
JABUTI (turtle in Portuguese) is part of Bichos do Brasil collection that is decorative and collectible objects of wooden figures that represent animals of the Brazilian Fauna. The d...
Wood
Edison Lufaac Figurative Carved Wood Wall Art / Sculpture
By Edison Lufaac
Located in Fulton, CA
High relief, stylized figurative wall art panel in solid mahogany. Hand carved and crafted by Edison Luiz Fagundes de Castro AKA "Edison Lufaac". Born 1952, Brazil. Signed and dated ...
Mahogany
Smoky Citrine Crystal Point on a Custom Black Stand
By Interi
Located in Columbia, SC
Museum-quality smoky citrine crystal point on a custom black stand. Citrine is a gem that is valued for its yellow to brownish color. It is a yellow variety of quartz, so its name c...
Rock Crystal, Quartz
Humberto Cozzo Art Deco bronze circa 1930
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Very sexy bronze by HUMBERTO COZZO art deco circa 1930.
Bronze
Tatu-Bola, Brazilian Contemporary Collectible and Decorative Object
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
TATU-BOLA (armadillo in Portuguese) is part of Bichos do Brasil collection that is decorative and collectible objects of wooden figures that represent animals of the Brazilian Fauna....
Wood
Genuine Polished Blue Quartz Sphere From Brazil (7", 13 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful sphere made from Brazilian blue quartz. The entire sphere has been flawlessly polished to a glossy-finish and is accompanied by an acrylic ring display stand. Whi...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Large Genuine Polished Clear Quartz Sphere from Brazil (16 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This museum quality large polished Clear Quartz sphere from Brazil. This sphere boasts a weight of 34lbs and has been expertly polished to a high l...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Brazilian Jacaranda Wood Tray Designed by Jean Gillon for Wood Art
By Jean Gillon
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this Brazilian Jacaranda wood tray designed by Jean Gillon, circa 1960. Excellent vintage condition, very minor scratches on underside consistent with age and use. Includes ...
Jacaranda
Pair of Rare Intact Blue & White Lace Agate Geodes
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
All-Natural Agate Artwork: Rare Blue and White Lace Agate Bookmatched Geodes with Amethyst Cores, Intact ▫️ Description A rare specimen with exceptional aesthetics, this pair of bo...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
$400Sale Price|20% Off
Brown Agate Geode Crystal on Wood Stand
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is brown Agate Geode from Brazil. It's hue is very rich. It sits on a carved wooden tripod interlocking base. The beautiful brown Agate Geode is encrusted inside a rock tan in c...
Agate
Pair of All-Natural Blue and White Agate Lace Geodes with Intact Drawn Lines
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Collector’s Blue & White Lace Agate Bookmatched Geodes – Rare Striped Formation with Naturally Drawn Blue and White Layers ▫️ Description An artwork painted by nature over millions...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Peixe-Boi, Brazilian Contemporary Collectible and Decorative Object
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Peixe-Boi (Amazon manatee) is part of Bichos do Brasil collection that is decorative and collectible objects of wooden figures that represent animals of the Brazilian Fauna. The desi...
Wood
Abraham Palatnik, Goose Kinetic Sculpture. c. 1960
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in PARIS, FR
Abraham Palatnik (1928-2020) Sculpture "Canard", c. 1960 Polyester resin and pigment in black and white. Kinetic art - Beautiful and rare polyester resin sculpture from the HOME AND...
Acrylic, Paint, Resin
Quartz Point from Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
From Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil Large transparent colorless quartz crystals with surfaces composed of many smaller parallel crystal faces. Internally the quartz id highly tran...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Bamboo scorpion sculpture by Edmundo Furukawa
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Bamboo scorpion sculpture by Edmundo Furukawa.
Bamboo
Genuine Polished Rutile Quartz Soap Dish from Brazil (2.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Connect deeply to your higher self by welcoming this one-of-a-kind Rutilated Quartz soap dish. An essential tool for manifesting transformation and inner healing, its vibrations will...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Genuine Clear Quartz Crystal Cluster Point from Brazil (3.2 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Top quality Brazilian Quartz point Crystal Cluster. This translucent crystal cluster has fully terminated quartz point crystals with lustrous highly reflective faces. Clear Quartz ...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
"Rino" Contemporary Golden Door Handle in Cast Brass by Estudio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Produced in São Paulo, Brazil. This Door Handle was meticulously handmade by master artisans one piece at a time. It is therefore quite difficult, if not impossible to make identical items. The brass casting is produced by formation of a mold from a mixture of sand and the liquid alloy of copper and zinc. The projects are based on a contemporary appropriation of traditional methods from Brazilian artisans and reinterpreted through the integration of new forms and noble materials. An aesthetic infused with “beauty of imperfection" is obtained by the expressive potential of each material, generating works that recall nature and rationality. Estúdio Orth...
Brass
Rare Abstract Agate Slice
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Natural Abstract Painted Agate Slice with Rare, One-Of-A-Kind Color Combination ▫️ Description A true natural masterpiece, this agate slice displays bands in shades of yellow, blac...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Leather Tray ALINEA by ARIA HOME - Rectangular Medium A - Color: Wine
By Aria Home
Located in Curitiba, Parana
A classic that endures. The ALINEA Collection embodies the essence of Aria Home: classic trays with refined finishes, designed to move effortlessly across spaces and styles. Its si...
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Elephant Sculpture by Abraham Palatnik, 1960's
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in New York, NY
These works are part of Abraham Palatnik’s collection of vintage mid-century Lucite sculptures, inspired by Brazil’s diverse fauna. All pieces are made of acrylic and pigment. Palatn...
Acrylic
Grape Jelly Purple Amethyst Cluster – Statement Piece with Flower Formation
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Rare Grape Jelly Amethyst Cluster with a Aesthetical Flower Formation ▫️ Description Phenomenal for both its exceptional color and sculptural formation, this large Amethyst Cluster...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Rare Cacoxenite Amethyst Elestial Cluster
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Elestial Amethyst Crystal Specimen with Brazil’s Legendary Cacoxenite ▫️ Description An exceedingly rare mineral masterpiece: a Matrix Cacoxenite Amethyst specimen is gracefully se...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Jean Gillon. Rectangular tray model 304, c. 1960. Wood Art
By Italma Wood Art, Jean Gillon
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean Gillon Rectangular Tray, Model 304, c. 1960 Label: Wood Art 1/304 Hardwood 2 x 35 x 12 cm 79/100 x 13 39/50 x 4 18/25 in This rare rectangular tray, model 304, was designed by ...
Hardwood
Genuine Polished Smoky Quartz Sphere (5", 9.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This expertly polished Smoky Quartz sphere from Brazil is a museum quality and boasts high levels of transparency and reflectivity, making it a valuable addition to any crystal, mine...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
1970’s Mid Century Egg Shape Coffee Storage Container With Coffee Beans Cover
By Arthur Arbesser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique Egg Shape with a coffee bean cover - probably to store coffee grains or anything you feeling to put inside. That unique object will have your guest talking about it. Brought i...
Lucite
Born Again from Amazonia Disenchanted Forest series by Elvio Becheroni
By Elvio Becheroni
Located in Milano, IT
The work **Being Born Again** by Elvio Becheroni is a unique and extraordinary sculpture, part of the "Amazonia - Disenchanted Forest" series. This piece captures the essence of the ...
Wood
Tupy / Modern Brazilian ceramics - Vase , c. 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Ceramic Tupy Vase – Modern Brazilian Ceramics, c. 1960 This polychrome ceramic vase, produced by Ceramic Tupy circa 1960, is a vibrant example of mid-century Brazilian ceramic design...
Enamel
Hand-Carved Clear Quartz Crystal Bowl
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Genuine Brazilian Clear Quartz Crystal Leaf – Elegant Handcrafted Bowl for Any Decor Style ▫️ Description This beautiful Crystal Clear Leaf Bowl began as a raw, large piece of Raw ...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Rose Quartz Sphere from Madagascar (6.75" Diameter, 17.2 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Top AAA-quality, hand polished sphere of natural gem translucent yellow Rose Quartz from Brazil. This piece is hand-polished to a brilliant shine. The ...
Rose Quartz
Amethyst Cluster with Rare “Excalibur” Long Scalenohedral Calcite in/on Calcite
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Rare Uruguayan Amethyst Cluster with Long Scalenohedral Calcite on Calcite, Large Cabinet Specimen ▫️ Description This Uruguayan amethyst specimen features an uncommon calcite comp...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Large Oval Mid-Century Carved Brown Crystal Agate Stone Organic Dish Vide-Poche
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A beautiful carved, slightly oval shaped and polished crystal agate stone ashtray, dish, bowl or vide-poche by unknown maker. Wonderful organic slightly oval form with lines or ring...
Stone, Agate
Mid-Century Modern Sculpture of a Horse in Resin, Abraham Palatinik, 1960s
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in New York, NY
Part of the Artemis collection—an extensive series dedicated to stylized animal forms—this sculptural horse exemplifies the collection’s exploration of silhouette and surface articul...
Resin
Abraham Palatnik Set of Two Horse's Heads
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Two horse's head by Abraham Palatnik. One is 10 cm high, 8.5 cm wide and 2 cm deep. The other is 7 cm x 6.5 cm x 2 cm. The Brazilian artist Abraham Palatnik (1928) was the found...
Lucite
Taukana Regui Wauja. Indigenous ceramics "Tatu", 2020
Located in PARIS, FR
Taukana Regui Wauja Indigenous Ceramic "Tatu", 2020 This unique ceramic sculpture titled Tatu was created in 2020 by Taukana Regui Wauja, an Indigenous artist from the Wauja communit...
Ceramic, Terracotta
Rare 8-Inch Scalenohedral Golden Calcite on Purple Amethyst
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Aesthetical, X-Large Brazilian Scalenohedral Golden Calcite on Purple Amethyst ▫️ Description A true sculptural gem discovered in 2020, this Calcite specimen ranks among the finest...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Large Pink Amethyst Heart with Green Jasper and Galaxy Druzy on Stand
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
X Large Pink Amethyst Heart with Green Jasper Back ▫️ Description Beautiful since it was found in the mine, this X-Large Pink Amethyst Heart stands as a testament to natural artist...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Genuine Polished Quartz with Tourmaline Sphere (5", 6 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This Genuine Polished Quartz with Tourmaline Sphere boasts impressive transparency and a smooth, reflective finish due to careful hand polishing. By combining the grounding propertie...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Genuine Polished Smoky Quartz Sphere from Brazil (4.5", 4 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This expertly polished Smoky Quartz sphere from Brazil is a museum quality and boasts high levels of transparency and reflectivity, making it a val...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Genuine Polished Smoky Quartz Sphere from Brazil (5", 6.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This expertly polished Smoky Quartz sphere from Brazil is a museum quality and boasts high levels of transparency and reflectivity, making it a val...
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Madeira Citrine Crystal Cluster with AAA-Grade Large Points
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Stunning AAA Citrine Geode Cluster with Madeira Orange AAA Points ▫️ Description An extraordinary Citrine Cluster from Brazil, showcasing world-class characteristics. Its deep, ric...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.