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BRAZILIAN FURNITURE

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 NiemeyerSergio Rodrigues and José Zanine Caldas as well as such European immigrants as Joaquim TenreiroJean 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 rosewoodjacaranda 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 chairssofastables and more.

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Place of Origin: Brazilian
Pedrita Table Lamp, Brazilian Contemporary Design in Brazilian Quartz, Model S
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Pedrita lamp series’ concept is based on an experimentation of Brazilian stones: quartzites and quartz crystals, which are natural, semiprecious and exotic stones found in Brazilian territory. We worked in a Minimalist perspective, using straight lines and simple shapes to highlight materials’ natural properties. Their colors, vein patterns and translucency resemble green forest landscapes, greenish archipelagos, paths shaped by volcanic golden lava, running rivers or glacier and icebergs. Pedrita means ‘valuable stone’ and translates our desire to honor an alliance between national natural resources and Brazilian design. Technical specifications: There are 03 models of table lamps made of translucent quartz, and 01 model of floor lamp made of translucent quartz, green quartzite: Measures: Model S table 32...
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2010s Other Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz

Delphi V Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi V Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 8 x W 11 x H 102 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be w...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Artemis III Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemis III Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 12 x W 12 x H 38 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps ca...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Sérgio Rodrigues, Abajur J.Hirth, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
The Abajur J.Hirth is a table lamp designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in 1960. It is characterized by its simple yet elegant form, with a slender metal base and a cylindrical shade. The la...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Lighting

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Metal

Natural Stone Table Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural stone table lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 40 x H 85 cm Materials: Natural stone, metal. All our lamps can be wired according to each...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Stone, Metal

Folha Wall Lamp by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Through a fusion of functional and sculptural objects, Pedro channels the aesthetics of astronomical instruments and the cultural fascination with space exploration. Inspired by his ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel

Samurai Indireto Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Samurai Indireto Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 28 x H 60 cm. Materials: Aluminum and fabric. Available in different aluminum color options. The cable length is 500 c...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Brazilian contemporary minimalist prewashed linen pendant - small
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This pendant is named Acítara. It has two layers, one longer than the other, and it is made in prewashed white linen. The structure of the product is made of white alumnium. The li...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Brazilian Freeform Wood Table Lamp, Sculptural Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary tree trunk lamp, meticulously handcrafted from stunning Brazilian wood showcases nature's artistry. This enchanting lamp features a flawles...
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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Wood

Marisco Table Lamp - Handcrafted Wooden Lighting
Located in São Paulo, BR
The Marisco Table Lamp is part of Lusboa's "Sabores" collection, inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Portugal. This handcrafted lamp combines timeless design with functionality...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Brazilian Contemporary Acrylic and Brass Pendant
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Lichia pendant has a modern design. It's structure is made of polished, brushed or aged brass. It has one light difusor in a round shape, made of acrylic, which can be the colors milky, nude, smoked or black, where there's a translucent round glass that covers the lamp. The lamp used is a G9 bi-pin led. The light emitted by the sconce is diffused, soft and calming. The pendant is named Lichia (lychee in english) after en exotic chinese fruit...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Nó Lamp
By João Souza Lima
Located in São Paulo, BR
The Nó lamp by Lusboa is a tribute to the strength and craftsmanship of Portuguese navigators, blending tradition with contemporary design. Crafted from solid wood with refined brass...
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2010s Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Enrico Furio Dominici, Pendant Light, Metal, Brazil, 1980
By Enrico Furio
Located in High Point, NC
A white, red and black-lacquered metal pendant light designed and produced by Enrico Furio Dominici, Brazil, c. 1980. Moderate loss of paint to upper stem. Overall minor warping to...
Category

1980s Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal

Quartz Pendant Light I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz pendant light I by Aver Dimensions: D 12 x H 20 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Also available: matte black, rustic silver, oxidized graphite, and rustic bronze. A series of lamps molded...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal

Brazilian Chandelier in Jacaranda, glass and metal Joaquim Tenreiro 1970.
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and rare chandelier attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro in Jacaranda, glass and metal circa 1970.
Category

1970s International Style Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal

Imperial Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Imperial Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 50 x H 170 cm. Materials: Aluminum and fabric. Available in different aluminum color options. The ...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Sacurá - Brazilian contemporary wall lamp made of brass
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Brazilian sculptural wall lamp in brass with natural finish without varnish. The brass darkens over time. Small cotton domes in various colors. Its design refers to cherry trees wit...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Oslo Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Oslo Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 12 x H 76 cm. Materials: Smoked glass and metal. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired according to eac...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal

The Tasca
Located in São Paulo, BR
The Tasca Wall Sconce by Lusboa combines simplicity and elegance in a compact design that enhances any space. Handcrafted in São Paulo, Brazil, this piece draws inspiration from Port...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Artemis III Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemis III Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 11 x W 27 x H 88 cm. Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can ...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Brazilian Sculptural Walnut Brass Geometric Tripod Floor Lamp Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian sculpted bold angles of design Floor Lamp. Designed with a striking tripod base that's crafted from solid Walnut Wood and accented with antique-brass finished metal. It can be complemented by a large Linen Lamp...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Brazilian contemporary pendant lamp in patinated brass
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Cacau contemporary Brasilian Minimalist pendant light by Cristiana Bertolucci This poetic pendant was inspired by the fruit of Cacao, typical ...
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2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Solitário Wall Sconce by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Solitário Wall Sconce by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: D 3 x W 7 x H 7 cm. Materials: Aluminum and crystal. Available in different aluminum color options. ...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Aluminum

Artemis I Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemis I Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 12 x W 30 x H 86 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired a...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Winter Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Winter Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 21 x W 45 x H 110 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired accord...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Delphi VII Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi VII Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 11 x W 153 x H 14 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps ca...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Pair of Brazilian Rock Crystal Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of rock crystal lams, handcrafted from Brazil an excellent quality material, with a 7" acrylic base, clear wire.
Category

20th Century Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Rock Crystal

Íris I Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Íris I Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 21 x W 24 x H 75 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired acco...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Delphi VI Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi VI Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 112 x W 112 x H 24 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps ca...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Bubbles II Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Bubbles II Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 59 x W 100 x H 30 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Winter II Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Winter II Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 23 x W 154 x H 13 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired ...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

“Moon-lamp” by Verner Panton for Dominici.
By Verner Panton
Located in Barcelona, ES
The lamp consists of a large numbers of ring-shaped, lacquered of white discs which are suspended around the centrally located bulb. The fan-shaped discs hide the bulb and at the sam...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Quartz Pendant Lamp I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Pendant Lamp I by Aver Dimensions: D 45 x W 117 x H 33 cm Materials: Natural white quartz, metal, ceramic. Available in Gold Plated, Silver Plated, Aged Gold Plated, Aged Si...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Metal

Lagoas Table Lamp, Oil-Rubbed Old Gold by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Lagoas tables and lamps are inspired by nature, it is an allusion to the mangrove trees and the way it deeps into the water. The legs design plays with the senses of the observer...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Steel

Lauder III Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Lauder III Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 15 x W 45 x H 139 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired ac...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Table Lamp by Rafael Triboli
Located in São Paulo, BR
Rafael Triboli’s new collection synthesizes the foundational aspects of his practice, bringing together techniques and resources that have long inhabited his repertoire, but now achi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Íris Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Íris Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 25 x W 20 x H 75 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Quartz Wall Lamp 90 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall lamp 90 by Aver Signed by Waldir Junior Dimensions: D 10 x W 5 x H 90 cm Materials: Aluminum, antique bronze finish. Natural white quartz and smoky quartz. Lighting: 01 ...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Aluminum

"Meia Lua" (Half Moon) Contemporary Golden Sconce in Cast Brass by Estudio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
This sconce 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 produce...
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2010s Brutalist Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Rare mid century chandelier by Dominici Brazil c1950
By Pietro Chiesa, Fontana Arte
Located in London, GB
Lovely chandelier by Enrico Furio for his company Dominici, Brazil c1950 Enrico Furio (1909 – 2010) Emigrated from Italy to Brazil in 1946 with Lina Bo B...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Delphi III Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi IiI Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 10 x W 12 x H 150 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can b...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

"Sino Meio" Contemporary Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Aluminum by Estudio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Produced in São Paulo, Brazil. This outdoor wall light was meticulously handmade by master artisans one piece at a time. It is therefore quite di...
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2010s Brutalist Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

DNA Contemporary Minimalist Brazilian Pendant Light by Cristiana Bertolucci
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
DNA Contemporary Minimalist Brazilian Pendant Light by Cristiana Bertolucci Polished or oxidized brass pendant with contemporary and geometric design as a DNA. A main shaft is a cent...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Table Lamp by Jacque Faus
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shapes of Faus’s receptacles and recipients are, by themselves, objects of free assimilation, that comes into existence through a process of assemblage, rather than from a previo...
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2010s Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Red Lava Table Lamp by Demian Quincke
By Demian Quincke
Located in Geneve, CH
Red Lava Table Lamp by Demian Quincke Dimensions: Ø 32 x H 32 cm Materials: Casted Brass, unique red natural quartz points and resin Very rare and unique ...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Brazilian Mid-century floor lamp, 1950s.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-century floor lamp, manufactured in Brazil, unknown designer, 1950s. This lamp has a solid circular iron base in black varnish, a white iron stem supports a swivel and height ad...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Artemis II Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemis II Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 85 x W 85 x H 25 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired ...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Oslo II Frosted Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Oslo II Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 5,5 x W 12 x H 111 cm Materials: Frosted glass and metal. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired according to each coun...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal

Quartz Wall Sconce I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall sconce I by Aver Dimensions: W 4 x D 17 x H 35 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Also Available: Matte Blac...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Stone, Other

Brazilian Designer, Sizable Table Lamp, Resin, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable resin table lamp designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1960s. Small chip present at base of lamp. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 24.75“ H x 16“ Diameter Bulb Spec...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Resin

Cuia table lamp - terracotta - Romaria collection
Located in Campinas, BR
The Cuia table lamp is part of the Romaria collection, it was developed by Raísa Anderson, the brand's creative, and produced in the interior of São Paulo, from clay, by the hands of...
Category

2010s Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Brazilian Floor Lamp, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare floor lamp / table lamp produced in Brazil during the 1960s.
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal

Quartz Pendant Light II by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz pendant light II by Aver Dimensions: ? 12 x H 28 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Also Available: Matte Black, Rustic Silver, Oxidized Graphite, and Rustic Bronze. A series of lamps molded...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal

Arco Lamp, Black Edition, by Rain, Contemporary Wall Lamp, Stainless Steel
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Arco lamps are made from a prolonged section of circle that stand out by the discontinuity of its shape. The collection consists of lamps that seem to penetrate the surfaces they...
Category

2010s International Style Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pedrita Table Lamp, Brazilian Contemporary Design in Brazilian Quartz, Model M
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
This is Pedrita table lamp (Model M) made of translucent quartz and it is part of Pedrita lamp series. Pedrita lamp series’ concept is based on an experimentation of Brazilian stones...
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2010s Other Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz

Natural Stone Wall Sconce II by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural stone wall sconce II by Aver Dimensions: W 18 x D 10 x H 86 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand blown glass, other. Also Available: M...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal

Alfama dos Marinheiros Table Lamp
Located in São Paulo, BR
The Alfama dos Marinheiros table lamp by Lusboa pays tribute to the fearless Portuguese sailors who explored the seas. Part of the "Marinheiros" collection, this piece reinterprets a...
Category

2010s Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Quartz Pendant Light V by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz pendant light V by Aver Dimensions: D 90 x H 75 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, o...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal, Other

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