Brazilian Lighting
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 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.
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Place of Origin: Brazilian
Quartz and Bronze Wall Light I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz and Bronze Wall Light I by Aver
Dimensions: W 18 x D 16 x H 27 cm
Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand blown glass, other.
Also Available:...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Stone, Other
Small Natural White Quartz Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Small natural white quartz pendant lamp by Aver
Dimensions: Ø 55 cm
Lighting: 06 x E14 40W
Rock crystal: White quartz
Possible finishes: Silver le...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz
Winter III Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Winter III Pendant Lamp by Aver
Dimensions: D 25 x W 188 x H 13 cm.
Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz.
Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Quartz Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall lamp by Aver
Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 90cm
Materials: White quartz, silver leaf, gold leaf, brass leaf, copper leaf, pink gold leaf.
Lightning: 01 x LED 15W 1200LM
Designed by Waldir Junior.
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Multi-gemstone, Brass, Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf, Copper
Sardinha Floor Lamp - A Timeless Blend of Tradition and Modernity
Located in São Paulo, BR
The Sardinha Floor Lamp is a standout piece from Lusboa's collection, inspired by the rich cultural and culinary heritage of Portugal. With its sleek design, this floor lamp combines...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Brass
Ninho Floor Lamp by Mameluca
Located in Geneve, CH
Ninho floor lamp by Mameluca
Material: maçaranduba, african mahogany, faya
Dimensions: D 220x W 100 x H 190 cm
All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to t...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
"Sino" Contemporary Golden Ceiling Light in Cast Brass & Illuminated Raw Crystal
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Contemporary golden ceiling light in cast brass and illuminated raw crystal.
Produced in São Paulo, Brazil.
This ceiling light was meticulously handmade by master artisans one delic...
Category
2010s Brutalist Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Brass
Bubbles Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Bubbles Pendant Lamp by Aver
Dimensions: D 45 x W 117 x H 33 cm.
Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz.
Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired ac...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Floor Lamp Curva
By Cultivado em Casa
Located in Floresta, MG
A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of the collection. Using this element of industrial origin and organic format, we seek to crea...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Steel
Brazilian contemporary minimalist prewashed linen pendant - long
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This pendant is named Acítara.
It has three 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 ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Cuia wall sconce - sand with spots - Romaria Collection - Brazilian ceramics
Located in Campinas, BR
The Cuia wall 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
Clay
Allegro Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Allegro Pendant Lamp by Aver
Dimensions: D 8 x W 8 x H 26 cm.
Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz.
Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired accor...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Brazilian contemporary acrylic and aluminum table lamp - large
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This table lamp is named Lichia.
The product consists of a round acrylic diffuser and an aluminum base.
The base is in painted aluminum, and can be in any color from the palette pos...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Glass Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Glass Pendant Lamp by Aver
Dimensions: D 86 x W 86 x H 13 cm
Materials: Glass, metal, ceramic.
Available in frosted glass or smoked glass.
Available in Gold Plated, Silver Plated, ...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Metal
Quartz Chandelier VI 73 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Chandelier VI 73 by Aver
Dimensions: Ø 73 x H 3.5 cm.
Materials: Quartz, ceramic, metal.
Different finishes available: Rustic Bronze, Vintage Gold, Aged Copper Veneer, Onyx V...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Metal
Quartz Chandelier VI 88 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Chandelier VI 88 by Aver
Dimensions: Ø 88 x H 3.5 cm.
Materials: Quartz, ceramic, metal.
Different finishes available: Rustic Bronze, Vintage Gold, Aged Copper Veneer, Onyx V...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Metal
Cuia wall sconce - blue - Romaria Collection - Brazilian ceramics
Located in Campinas, BR
The Cuia wall 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
Clay
Brazilian contemporary floor lamp made of cast bronze
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Sita. co - Stylish and useful cast bronze floor lamp with contemporary design.
A base presents natural irregularities of the productive process. Available in two finishes:
Polished: ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Quartz Chandelier Lamp 120 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz chandelier lamp 120 by Aver
Dimensions: Diameter 120 x Height 135 cm
Materials: Aluminum with gold leaf. Natural quartz crystals.
Lighting: 24 x E14
Available in finishes: S...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Aluminum
Natural Rock Crystal Table Lamp, Signed by Demian Quincke
By Demian Quincke
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural rock crystal table lamp, signed by Demian Quincke.
Natural rock crystal assembled and sculpted on brass base.
Dimensions: 70 x 30 x 26 cm.
Brass 2lt.cluster with large b...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Rock Crystal, Brass
Handmade Minimalist Round wall light, Natural, Raw, Ceramic and Brass, Brazil
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Handmade Minimalist Geometric wall light enhances the beauty of slowliness into daily process and the raw beauty of Brazil's natural landscapes.
85g is our raw minimalist wall lig...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Brass
Onyx brass wall sconce lamp, white brown translucide rock cristal, contemporary
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Aurora Wall Light is inspired by the moonlight seen from within the Atlantic Forest. With a unique design of Onyx Cristallo rock, the sconce has the ability to filter light and c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Stone, Quartz, Brass
Oslo Frosted Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Oslo Frosted Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Dimensions: D 9 x W 12 x H 76 cm.
Materials: Frosted glass and metal.
Available in different finishes. All ...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Metal
Grão Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Grão Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Dimensions: Ø 25 x H 85 cm.
Materials: Aluminum and crystal.
Available in different metal color options. The wire length is 500 cm. Please contac...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Santo Antônio de Lisboa Table Lamp
Located in São Paulo, BR
The Santo Antônio de Lisboa Table Lamp is a tribute to Portuguese heritage, combining timeless elegance with modern design. Handcrafted in São Paulo, Bra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Brass
Morandi Contemporary Minimalist Table Lamp in Brazilian Wood Cumarú.
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Morandi 3 Contemporary Minimalist Table Lamp in Brazilian Wood Cumarú design by Cristiana Bertolucci
Lampshade made of solid wood turned (Cumarú). His drawing was inspired by the wor...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Wood
Selenite Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite chandelier lamp by Aver
Dimensions: Diameter 84 x H 50 cm
Materials: Aluminum plated with Gold Leaf. Natural Selenite.
Lighting: 12 x E...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Rock Crystal, Aluminum, Gold Leaf
Natural Stone Wall Sconce by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural stone wall sconce by Aver
Dimensions: W 12 x D 15 x H 58 cm
Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other.
Also Available: Matt...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Stone, Crystal
Set of 2 White Quartz Wall Light 120 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 White Quartz Wall Light 120 by Aver
Dimensions: W 4 x D 11 x H 120 cm
Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other.
Aver Des...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Stone, Other
Cuia table lamp - sand - 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
Selenite Table Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite table lamp by Aver
Dimensions: 40 x 40 x 64cm
Materials: Aluminum and selenite
Designed by Marcele Muraro, it is made of natural stones and in...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Aluminum
Selenite Table Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite table lamp by Aver
Dimensions: Diameter 40 x Height 80 cm
Materials: Aluminum with gold leaf. Natural selenite crystal
Lighting: 01 x E27
All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired for the USA for instance.
Lampshade in Moroccan rock. Value of lamp body only, dome sold separately.
The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely handcrafted way and with very few resources in the family business. Over the years, the brand has grown and gained recognition. Today, our products are present in several projects by prestigious professionals, in addition to being resold in lighting boutiques in different regions of Brazil. Through its partners, Aver Metais has several participations in important design and architecture exhibitions. In 2015 the company started its internationalization process and today has clients and projects carried out in places like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, London, Cardiff, Hamburg, Manila, Santa Cruz de la Sierra...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Rock Crystal, Quartz, Aluminum
Brazilian Contemporary Aluminum Table Lamp
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Cápsula Mini is a modern design table lamp, which is made of aluminum. The color of the aluminum will be chosen by the client within a catalog of 14 colors. The piece can be pain...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Crystal Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Crystal chandelier lamp by Aver
Dimensions: D 70 x W 70 x H 25 cm
Materials: Nickel, Gold, Aged Gold. Clear, Satin, Golden. Crystal Rocks.
Lighting: 16 x G9
Available in finishes: Silver Plated, Aged Silver Plated, Gold Plated, Aged Gold Plated. All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired for the USA for instance.
The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely handcrafted way and with very few resources in the family business. Over the years, the brand has grown and gained recognition. Today, our products are present in several projects by prestigious professionals, in addition to being resold in lighting boutiques in different regions of Brazil. Through its partners, Aver Metais has several participations in important design and architecture exhibitions. In 2015 the company started its internationalization process and today has clients and projects carried out in places like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, London, Cardiff, Hamburg, Manila, Santa Cruz de la Sierra...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Aluminum
Selenite Wall Sconce by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite wall sconce by Aver
Dimensions: D 16 x W 26 x H 59 cm
Materials: Selenite, metal.
Also Available: silver leaf, antique silver leaf, go...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Stone, Metal
Quartz Pendant Light III by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz pendant Llght III by Aver
Dimensions: W 150 x D 32 x H 12 cm
Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other.
Also Available: Matt...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Stone, Crystal, Other
Brazilian Contemporary Acrylic and Steel Pendant
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Lichia pendant has a modern design. It's structure is made of black, white or corten steel. 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...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Steel
Cuia wall sconce - terracotta - Romaria Collection - Brazilian ceramics
Located in Campinas, BR
The Cuia wall 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
Clay
Sombreira pendant - sand with spots - Romaria Collection
Located in Campinas, BR
The Sombreira pendant lamp is part of the Romaria collection, developed by Raísa Anderson, the brand's creative director, and produced in the interior of São Paulo, using clay, by Lu...
Category
2010s Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Brazilian Designer, Table Lamps, Wood, Brass, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of sizable wood and brass table lamps designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
In all-original condition, dramatic wear to wood veneer as illustrated, light oxidation to br...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Brass
Golden brazilian contemporary table lamp made of cast bronze
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This brazilian contemporary table lamp is called Adobe. It has a modern design. Its structure it's made of cast bronze, with a asymetrical design.
The bronze goes through a melting ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Quartz Pendant Lamp II by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Pendant Lamp II by Aver
Dimensions: D 85 x W 85 x H 25 cm
Materials: Natural white quartz, metal, ceramic.
Available in Gold Plated, Silver Plated, Aged Gold Plated, Aged Si...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Metal
Wall /Ceiling Lamp, Design by Carlo Montalto & Filhos, Midcentury, Brazil, 1960s
By Carlo Montalto & Filhos
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Brass
Selenite Chandelier 100 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite chandelier 100 by Aver.
Dimensions: D 100 x H 70 cm.
Materials: Selenite, metal.
Available in other sizes.
Designed by Marcele Murar...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Stone, Metal
Tatupeba table Lamp GOLDEN BROW in Natural Palm Fiber 'Small' - EU plug typ C.
By Valter Costa Lima
Located in São Paulo, BR
Prized as the best work of its category in the Novos Talentos Brasileiros (New Brazilian Talents)
Award in 2020, the Tatubepa lamp is a piece with unique and valuable design. It was ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Folk Art Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Sheet Metal
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. ...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Aluminum
Cuia pendant - sand with spots - Romaria Collection - Brazilian ceramics
Located in Campinas, BR
The Cuia pendant 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 - BR, from clay, by the h...
Category
2010s Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Clay
Quartz Wall Light I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall light I by Aver
Dimensions: W 7 x D 4 x H 100 cm
Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other.
Also Available: Matte Black...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Stone, Crystal
Brazilian Contemporary Brass Table Lamp
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Cápsula Mini is a modern design table lamp, which is made of brass. The can be polished, brushed or rusty.
The lamp used is a G9 bi-pin led.
It has a...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Natural Rock Crystal Lighting, Demian Quincke
By Demian Quincke
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of natural rock crystal hand assembled with 180 brut rocks hand assembled on casted brass base.
Internal 3.5W Led light and two external Led 9W lamps. Total 12.5 W on each wi...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal
Quartz Pendant Light I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Pendant Light I by Aver
Dimensions: W 155 x D 60 x H 30 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
Quartz Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz chandelier lamp by Aver
Dimensions: D 50 x W 100 x H 65 cm
Materials: Aluminum, plated with gold leaf. Natural Smokey Quartz.
Lighting: 10 x E14
Finish: Silver veneer, aged...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Aluminum, Gold Leaf
Pendant Trem das Cores 5 - Brazilian design in wood
Located in Campinas, BR
The Trem das Cores 5 Lamp is part of the collection of same name. There are 4 lamps in this collection that combine colors and shapes in wood to brighten up worldwide homes. Designed...
Category
2010s Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Clay
Quartz Table Lamp I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz table lamp I by Aver
Dimensions: W 12 x D 22 x H 78 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
Natural Stone Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural Stone chandelier lamp by Aver
Dimensions: Diameter 76 x Height 48 cm
Materials: Aluminum, plated. Natural Moroccan/clear rock, Moroc...
Category
2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Quartz, Aluminum
White Corda Pendant Lamp by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
White Corda Pendant Lamp by Wentz
Dimensions: D 20 x W 22 x H 55 cm
Materials: Aluminum, Blown Glass.
WEIGHT: 1,2kg / 2,6 lbs
Colors: Black, White
LIGH...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Brazilian contemporary pendant lamp in acrylic & brass
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Astro Pop Contemporary Design Pendant Lamp design by Cristiana Bertolucci
With a 70's style, The Astro Pop Pendant has a 70's style with a modern twist. The product can be produced i...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Brass
Brazilian contemporary wall lamp made of cast bronze
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Sabiá Brazilian Contemporary Poetic Minimalist Wall Lamp Light in bronze cast designer by Cristiana Bertolucci.
This pendant light produced in cast bronze.
Literal inspiration of nat...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting
Materials
Bronze
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