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.
Round Brazilian Jacaranda Wall Mirror, 1970s
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
A round wall mirror handcrafted in Brazil circa 1970, featuring a solid jacaranda da Bahia (Brazilian rosewood) frame. The wooden frame has been professionally restored, and the mir...
Mirror, Rosewood
$870 / item
Chrome Mirror 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
Pelle mirror by Danilo Vale – size M – with a leather upholstered frame
By danilo vale Design
Located in Brasilia, Distrito Federal
Pelle Mirror The Pelle Mirror is born from the intention to give new meaning to leather remnants from our furniture production, applied to its upholstered frame. By reusing this nob...
Leather, Mirror, Foam
Monumental Karl Springer style Round Mirror Mid-Century Modern
By Enrique Garcel, Karl Springer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Monumental Tessellated stone mirror with brass and harn accents This stunning Karl Springer style round tessellated stone mirror was expertly created with a cream colored travertine ...
Travertine, Brass
Teak Wood Wall Mirror with Wing-Like Design and Natural Finish - Ali Line, Right
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Ali teak wood wall mirror by Studio + A! for Uultis embodies a perfect blend of lightness and elegance, bringing a touch of nature's beauty to any corner of your home. Named afte...
Mirror, Teak
Pelle mirror by Danilo Vale – size S – with a leather upholstered frame
By danilo vale Design
Located in Brasilia, Distrito Federal
Pelle Mirror The Pelle Mirror is born from the intention to give new meaning to leather remnants from our furniture production, applied to its upholstered frame. By reusing this nob...
Leather, Mirror
$795 / item
Zinc Mirror 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...
Steel, Zinc
Customizable Organic Walnut Finish Mirror, Sculptural Design – Pantê Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Pantê mirror measuring 47 inches high, designed by Uultis Studio with walnut finish. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Shaped with a free-flowing silhouette inspired ...
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
Black Wood Mirror with Organic Design and Matte Finish - Pantê Series
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Pantê 22-Inch mirror by Uultis Studio in black matte wood finish. The Pantê mirror by Uultis Studio exemplifies minimalist sophistication with its fluid, organic shape and black ma...
Mirror, Wood
Set of Four Organic Walnut Finish Mirror, Sculptural Design – Pantê Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A set of four walnut Pantê mirrors by Uultis Studio. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Introducing the Pantê mirror set by Uultis Studio, featuring four elegant mirrors...
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
Black Wood 20-Inch Mirror with Organic Design and Matte Finish - Pantê Series
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Pantê 20-Inch mirror by Uultis Studio in black matte wood finish. The Pantê mirror by Uultis Studio exemplifies minimalist sophistication with its fluid, organic shape and black ma...
Mirror, Wood
Customizable Full-Length Teak Mirror with Soft Corners – Duomo Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A sculptural full-length mirror framed in solid teak, the Duomo brings refined simplicity and architectural presence to any space. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Def...
Wood, Teak, Mirror
Full-Length Off-White Wooden Mirror for Home or Commercial Use - Duomo Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Duomo full-length mirror designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with off white wooden frame. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Duomo full-length mirror is a striking blend of refinement and functionality, designed to bring a sense of openness and sophistication to any space. Featuring an off-white solid wood frame with subtly rounded edges, this mirror embodies soft elegance, seamlessly complementing modern, minimalist, and contemporary interiors. Its sleek silhouette and neutral finish make it an ideal choice for both residential and commercial settings, enhancing bedrooms, dressing rooms, living areas, and boutique spaces. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Duomo mirror...
Wood, Mirror
$580 / item
Mirror 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
Brazilian Designer, Wall Mirror, Gonçalo Alves, Brass, Brazil, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A hand-carved Gonçalo Alves wood and brass wall mirror designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1970s. The mirror glass presents with light to moderate discoloration. Does not include m...
Brass
$7,780 / item
Mirror 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
Polished Cast Aluminum Pilarium Mirror by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Cast Aluminum Pilarium Mirror by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 39 x D 13 x H 50 cm Materials: Cast Metal ang Glass. Finishes: Polished Cast Brass or Polished Cast Aluminum. Abo...
Metal
Set of Four Customizable Teak Mirrors with Organic Design - Pantê Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A set of four teak wood Pantê mirrors by Uultis Studio. Introducing the Pantê mirror set by Uultis Studio, featuring four elegant mirrors with teak wood frames, inspired by the organ...
Mirror, Teak
The Fragments Mirror. Crafted in a selection of Brazilian hardwoods.
By Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Fragmentos mirror is crafted entirely from reclaimed woods sourced from previous projects. Its design seamlessly blends symmetry and asymmetry, yielding consistently diverse cont...
Mirror, Wood
Wing-Shaped Teak Wood Wall Mirror with Natural Finish, Left Side, Ali Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Ali teak wood wall mirror by Studio + A! for Uultis embodies a perfect blend of lightness and elegance, bringing a touch of nature's beauty to any corner of your home. Named afte...
Mirror, Teak
Black Wood Mirror, Organic Design and Matte Finish, 47-Inch - Pantê Series
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Pantê mirror by Uultis Studio in black matte wood finish, 47 inches. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Introducing the Pantê mirror by Uultis Studio, featuring an ele...
Mirror, Wood
"Olav" Floor Mirror and Coat Rack, Modern Design in Wood and Leather Details
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The "Olav" floor mirror has modern and organic features. Its shape suggests the visualization of the person in full body. In addition to being a decorative piece, it is a multifuncti...
Metal
Customizable Black Matte Winged Wall Mirror, Left Side - Ali Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
An Ali mirror designed by Studio + A! with black matte wood finish, left side. Bring a touch of understated elegance and artistic inspiration into your home with the Ali mirror, a st...
Mirror, Wood
Walnut Finish Customizable Organic Wall Mirror, Sculptural Design – Pantê Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Pantê mirror measuring 22 inches, designed by Uultis Studio with walnut finish. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Shaped with a free-flowing silhouette inspired by th...
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
$778 / item
Gio Mirror by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Gio Mirror by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: D 60 x H 5 cm Materials: Rim: reconst. leather, Strap: reconst. leather. Also available in D 90 x H 5, D 130 x H 5 cm. Please contact us. ...
Leather
$990 / item
Mob Mirror by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Mob Mirror by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 50 x D 5 x H 50 cm Materials: Veneer. Also available in W 50 D 5 x H 75 cm. Please contact us. With the intention of providing good tas...
Wood
ORGUS Contemporary Mirror N.18
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
ORGUS collection is composed of pieces with organic shapes of different types, such as mirrors, lamps and seats. All executed by hand with paper pulp, and resin mortar. All the pi...
Paper
Sergio Rodrigues Rosewood Wall Mirror
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sergio Rodrigues design wall mirror. Superb quality construction made from solid Brazilian rosewood in excellent condition.
Rosewood
Oval Rosewood Mirror by Celina Decorações, Midcentury Brazilian Design, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
Oval mirror with solid Imbuia frame produced in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Celina Decorações. The company Celina Decorações signed one of the most modern lines of Brazilian ...
Mirror, Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin Hotel Gloria Mirror
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Beautiful and rare vintage mirror by Brazilian master Jorge Zalszupin designed for the Hotel Gloria in Rio de Janeiro. Once considered the most glamorous hotel in Brazil, guests incl...
Mirror, Wood
Set of 3 Aro Mirrors by Leandro Garcia Contemporary Brazil Design
By Leandro Garcia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Aro Mirrors by Leandro Garcia Contemporary Brazil Design Dimensions: H 25 x 5.6 x L 32 cm H 35 x 5.6 x L 42 cm H 55 x 5.6 x L 68 cm Materials: Light, medium, dark or reddish...
Brass
Pair of Customizable Black Matte Winged Wall Mirrors, Ali Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Ali mirrors designed by Studio + A! with black matte frames. Bring a touch of natural elegance and artistic inspiration into your home with the Ali mirrors, a striking pair...
Mirror, Wood
Brazilian mirror attributed to Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Large miroir circulaire dans le goût des créations de Sergio Rodrigues
Mirror, Imbuia
Mid-Century Modern Wall Cabinet and Mirror by Novo Rumo, 1960's
By Francesco Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Produced by Novo Rumo, a prominent force in the Brazilian furniture industry established by Francesco Scapinelli in the Lapa district of São Paulo. During the 1960s and 1970s, Novo ...
Mirror, Wood
$10,420 / item
Mirror 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
$8,960Sale Price|20% Off
Azen Rosewood Mirror, Designed by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
By Oca, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The Azen Mirror is an icon of Brazilian Mid-century design, created by Sergio Rodrigues and manufactured by Oca in 1965, the piece is made from a solid Rosewood frame with chromed de...
Chrome
$1,037 / item
Curva Zincada Mirror by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Curva mirror by Cultivado Em Casa Dimensions: 27 x 5 x 46 cm Materials: Zinc A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is t...
Zinc
$5,170 / item
Bela (Beauty) Mirror by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
The new collection by Pedro Ávila, titled Neo-Romance, continues his exploration of the tensions between past and future. The pieces evoke nostalgic forms reimagined through a futuri...
Mirror, Wood
Round Mirror in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, c. 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues - OCA - Brazil, c.1960 - Beautiful mirror in solid rosewood and beveled crystal. Mirror in good condition. The wood has been expertly refinished and boasts beautiful...
Hardwood
Azen Rosewood Mirror by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The Azen Mirror is made with a Rosewood frame and has brass details. This piece was designed by Sergio Rodrigues and manufactured by Oca in 1965.
Rosewood
Wall mirror by Jorge Zalszupin for l’Atelier. Brazil 1960s.
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wall mirror in solid “caviuna” wood, designed by Jorge Zalszupin for l’Atelier, produced in 1960s. The back handle has been replaced. Original and great condition, ready to use. Dim...
Mirror, Wood
$754 / item
Curva Mirror by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Curva mirror by Cultivado Em Casa Dimensions: 27 x 5 x 46 cm Materials: Steel A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is ...
Steel
Round Rosewood Mirror, Midcentury Brazilian Design, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Hidden among Brazil's modern furniture heritage are pieces whose origins remain a mystery. These designs, beautifully crafted and steeped in the aesthetics of their time, are yet to ...
Rosewood, Mirror
$26,700
Daybed 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...
Velvet, Wood
$6,131 / item
Wood Espelho Vela by Atelier Andre Ferri
Located in Geneve, CH
Wood Espelho Vela by Atelier Andre Ferri Dimensions: W 68 x D 25 x H 188 cm Materials: Wood. ANDRÉ FERRI André Ferri is from Belo Horizonte, born in 1990, graduated in Architectu...
Wood
Round Rosewood Mirror, Midcentury Brazilian Design, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Hidden among Brazil's modern furniture heritage are pieces whose origins remain a mystery. These designs, beautifully crafted and steeped in the aesthetics of their time, are yet to ...
Mirror, Rosewood
$7,780 / item
Mirror 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...
Bronze
Aro Mirror 35 by Leandro Garcia Contemporary Brazil Design
By Leandro Garcia
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Aro Mirror 35 by Leandro Garcia Contemporary Brazil Design Dimensions: h 35 x 5.6 cm Final mirror length considering spheres: L 42 cm Materials: Light, medium, dark or reddish...
Wood
Round mirror, attributed to Sérgio Rodrigues.
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barcelona, ES
Round mirror in solid Brazilian wood, probably designed by Sérgio Rodrigues.
Mirror, Hardwood
Monumental 39" Diameter Brazilian Modern Round Mirror in Rosewood, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A commanding study in proportion and material, this monumental 39" diameter Brazilian Modern mirror from the 1960s transforms a functional object into a sculptural architectural stat...
Mirror, Rosewood
Pair of Customizable Walnut Veneer Winged Wall Mirrors, Ali Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Ali mirrors designed by Studio + A! with walnut veneer. Bring a touch of natural elegance and artistic inspiration into your home with the Ali mirrors, a striking pair craf...
Mirror, Hardwood, Walnut
Customizable Walnut Veneer Winged Wall Mirror, Right Side - Ali Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
An Ali mirror designed by Studio + A! with walnut veneer, right side. Bring a touch of natural elegance and artistic inspiration into your home with the Ali mirror, a striking piece ...
Mirror, Walnut
Customizable Teak Wall Mirror with Organic Design – Pantê Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Pantê teak mirror designed by Uultis Studio seamlessly combines organic design and enduring craftsmanship, creating a piece that’s both functional and artistic. Inspired by the s...
Mirror, Teak
Set of Four Black Wood Mirrors, Organic Design and Matte Finish - Pantê Series
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A set of four Pantê mirrors by Uultis Studio in black matte wood finish. Introducing the Pantê mirror set by Uultis Studio, featuring four elegant mirrors with black matte wood finis...
Mirror, Wood
Pelle mirror by Danilo Vale – size G – with a leather upholstered frame
By danilo vale Design
Located in Brasilia, Distrito Federal
Pelle Mirror The Pelle Mirror is born from the intention to give new meaning to leather remnants from our furniture production, applied to its upholstered frame. By reusing this nob...
Leather, Mirror, Foam
Teak Mirror with Unique Silver Finish Plate and Organic Design - Pantê Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Pantê teak mirror designed by Uultis Studio is a stunning addition to any home, featuring a sleek silver-finish mirror plate embraced by a beautifully crafted teak wood frame. In...
Mirror, Teak
Customizable Black Matte Winged Wall Mirror, Right Side - Ali Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
An Ali mirror designed by Studio + A! with black matte wood finish, right side. Bring a touch of understated elegance and artistic inspiration into your home with the Ali mirror, a s...
Mirror, Wood
Black Wood Mirror, Organic Design and Matte Finish, 39-Inch - Pantê Series
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Pantê mirror by Uultis Studio in black matte wood finish, 39 inches. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Introducing the Pantê mirror by Uultis Studio, featuring an ele...
Mirror, Wood
Customizable Teak Mirror with 22-Inch Organic Design - Pantê Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Pantê teak mirror designed by Uultis Studio is a stunning addition to any home, featuring a sleek silver-finish mirror plate embraced by a beautifully 22-Inch crafted teak wood f...
Mirror, Teak
Customizable Jaguar Inspired Walnut Mirror, Sculptural Design – Pantê Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Pantê mirror measuring 39 inches, designed by Uultis Studio with walnut finish. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Shaped with a free-flowing silhouette inspired by t...
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
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