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.
AZO Wall Lamp, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Brass, Patinated
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Azo comes from the intention of creating a sconce with vertical lighting. Its shape is the result of a longitudinal cut in a cylinder with rounded en...
Brass
AZO Wall Lamp, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Brass, Patinated
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Azo comes from the intention of creating a sconce with vertical lighting. Its shape is the result of a longitudinal cut in a cylinder with rounded en...
Brass
Brazilian contemporary minimalist prewashed linen wall lamp
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This wall lamp is named Acítara. Recently launched in 2026 as part of the Acítara collection, the piece carries the same sense of lightness and softness that defines the original p...
Aluminum
AZO Wall Lamp, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Aluminium, Polished
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Azo comes from the intention of creating a sconce with vertical lighting. Its shape is the result of a longitudinal cut in a cylinder with rounded en...
Aluminum
$1,120Sale Price / item|25% Off
Arco Lamp, Silver, 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...
Stainless Steel
$4,860 / item
Wood Sconce 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...
Resin, Wood
$910 / item
Sino Meio G Wall Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Sino Meio G Wall Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 15 x D 10 x H 30 cm Materials: Cast metal. Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Also available in Polished Cast...
Metal
"Giaco" Contemporary Golden Sconce in Cast Brass by Estudio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
The "Giaco" sconce is 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 p...
Brass
$720 / item
Sino Meio P Wall Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Sino Meio P Wall Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 10 x D 7 x H 21 cm Materials: Cast metal. Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Also available in Polished Cast ...
Metal
"Sino Meio" Max Version Contemporary Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Brass
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 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
Oslo I Wall Lamp with White Quartz And Hand-Blown Glass Details by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Oslo I Wall Lamp with White Quartz And Hand-Blown Glass Details by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 12 x H 76 cm. Materials: Smoked glass, white quartz, and metal. Available in different fi...
Quartz, Metal
$744 / item
Artemis IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemis IV Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 5 x W 10 x H 5 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be w...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$2,836 / item
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...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
"Sino Meio" Max Version Contemporary Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Aluminum
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Produced in São Paulo, Brazil. This wall light was meticulously handmade by master artisans one piece at a time and can be used in indoor and outdoor ambiances. It is therefore quit...
Brass
$720 / item
Lauder II Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Lauder II Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 8 x W 9 x H 20 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired accord...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$3,500 / item
Libra 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 ...
Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel
$1,276 / item
Candela IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Candela IV Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 15 x W 17 x H 17 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired acc...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$3,500 / item
Libra Wall Lamp by Pedro Ávila - Linen
Located in São Paulo, BR
Introducing a new iteration of Libra – crafted from stainless steel and bronze, now reimagined with linen. This version explores the use of flax-derived linen instead of paper, makin...
Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel
$5,909 / item
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 ...
Quartz, Aluminum
$4,065 / set
Set of 2 Natural Stone Wall Light 70 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Natural Stone Wall Light 70 by Aver Dimensions: W 4 x D 11 x H 70 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Aver Design...
Stone, Crystal, Other
$850 / item
Delphi I Small Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi I Small Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 4 x W 8 x H 13 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can ...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$4,860 / item
Wood Sconce 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...
Wood, Resin
"Cruz" Max Version Contemporary Indoor/Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Brass
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 difficult, if not impossible to make...
Brass
$4,089 / item
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...
Stone, Crystal
AZO Wall Lamp, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Aluminium, Black
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Azo comes from the intention of creating a sconce with vertical lighting. Its shape is the result of a longitudinal cut in a cylinder with rounded en...
Aluminum
Arco Lamp, Gold, 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...
Stainless Steel
Moonlight Wall Sconce with White Quartz And Gold Patina Details by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Moonlight Wall Sconce with White Quartz And Gold Patina Details by Aver Dimensions: D 8 x W 21 x H 38 cm. Materials: White quartz and patinated metal. Available in different finishe...
Quartz, Metal
"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...
Aluminum
$3,167 / item
Delphi II Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi II Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 10 x W 11 x H 76 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be ...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$886 / item
Giaco Wall Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Giaco Wall Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 18 x D 12 x H 23 cm Materials: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum. Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Al...
Crystal, Metal, Steel
Pharos Hand Sculpted Natural Stone Wall Lamp III by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Pharos Hand Sculpted Natural Stone Wall Lamp III by Aver Dimensions: D 8 x W 7 x H 75 cm. Materials: Natural stone, metal. Available in different metal finish options. Please contac...
Stone, Metal
$1,548 / item
Quartz Wall Sconce II by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall sconce II by Aver Dimensions: W 14 x D 16 x H 55 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Also Available: Matte Bl...
Stone, Crystal, Other
$803 / item
Tabu P Wall Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Tabu P Wall Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 10 x D 10 x H 21 cm Materials: Cast metal. Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Also available in Polished Cast Bras...
Metal
$9,445 / item
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...
Brass
$9,974 / set
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...
Stone, Crystal, Other
$1,548 / item
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...
Stone, Crystal, Other
$1,120Sale Price / item|25% Off
Arco Lamp, Off-White, 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...
Stainless Steel
"Sino Meio" Contemporary Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Brass 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...
Brass
$1,441 / item
Lasca Wall Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Lasca Wall Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 26 x D 18 x H 37 cm Materials: Cristallo quartzite and cast metal. Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Also availabl...
Quartz, Metal
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...
Stainless Steel
$1,311 / item
Tabu G Wall Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Tabu G Wall Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 17.5 x D 16 x H 35 cm Materials: Cast metal. Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Also available in Polished Cast Br...
Metal
Pharos Hand Sculpted Natural Stone Wall Lamp I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Pharos Hand Sculpted Natural Stone Wall Lamp I by Aver Dimensions: D 11 x W 8 x H 120 cm. Materials: Natural stone, metal. Available in different metal finish options. Please contac...
Stone, Metal
$4,860 / item
Wall 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...
Brass
$1,595 / item
Quartz Wall Lamp III by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Wall Lamp III by Aver Dimensions: D 23 x W 23 x H 13 cm. Materials: White quartz, ceramic, metal. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired according to ea...
Quartz, Metal
$2,140 / item
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 ...
Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel
$1,512 / item
Artemis I Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemis I Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be w...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$4,301 / item
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 ...
Metal
Ferrão Wall Lamp, 210cm, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Aluminium, Black
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Ferrão lamps are composed of a metallic body with a reduced diameter and sharp tips, referring to the image of a sting. The spike-shaped ends give the pieces tension, but also se...
Aluminum
$945 / item
Delphi I Large Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi I Large Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 4 x W 10 x H 17 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$1,134 / item
Lauder I Selenite Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Lauder I Selenite Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 12.3 x W 13 x H 25 cm. Materials: Selenite, bronze. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired according to each ...
Stone, Metal
$4,301 / item
Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Glass Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 12 x H 76 cm Materials: Frosted glass, metal, ceramic. Available in frosted glass or smoked glass. Available in Gold Plated, Silver Plat...
Metal
$1,016 / item
Meia Lua Wall Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Meia Lua Wall Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 28 x D 10 x H 28 cm Materials: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum ...
Metal
Brazilian Contemporary Acrylic and Brass Sconce
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Lichia sconce has a modern design. It's structure is made of polished, brushed or aged brass. It also 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 sconce is named Lichia (lychee in english) after en exotic chinese fruit...
Brass
$1,678 / item
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:...
Stone, Crystal, Other
$933 / item
Large White Quartz IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Large White Quartz IV Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 12 x H 12 cm Materials: White quartz, metal. Available in 9 cm or 12 cm. Available in different finishes. All our lamps...
Quartz, Metal
$933 / item
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. ...
Crystal, Aluminum
$590 / item
Chrome Wall Light Curva
By Cultivado em Casa
Located in Floresta, MG
The 180º bend is a common industrial feature found in steel factories. From this element, we developed a collection that incorporates softness into the rawness of the material.
Steel, Chrome
$1,536 / item
Presa Wall Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Presa Wall Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 14 x D 8 x H 65 cm Materials: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum Also...
Metal
$1,760 / item
Candela III Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Candela III Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 23 x H 13 cm. Materials: Matte Black, Rustic Silver, Oxidized Graphite, Vintage Gold and Rustic Bronze. All our lamps can be wired accor...
Bronze
$1,181 / item
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...
Stone, Crystal