Brazilian Furniture
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
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Amazon Headdress Wall Decoration
Located in Paris, FR
Wall Decoration Amazon Headdress traditional headdress of an
aboriginal tribe from the Amazon made up of strands of natural
straw, and dehydrated ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Straw, Glass, Wood
Sculptural Side Table 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Side Table 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Brazilian Midcentury Wall Tapestry by Nadi, c. 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Brazilian midcentury stunning wall tapestry woven in natural fibers designed by Nadi, Brazil, c. 1960.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wool, Jute
'Athena' Natural Woodwork Freijo TV Holder and Media Credenza with Drawer
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Inspired by the sun blocks or brises soleil featured on Modernist architecture which has captivated Alessandra Delgado since the early days of her career as a designer, Athena credenza...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Minimalist Brazilian Rosewood Coffee Table
By Branco & Preto
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful Brazilian rosewood Mid-Century Modern architectural coffee table.
Refined geometrical base in solid rosewood with clear glass top.
Brazilian rosewood, also known as Dalber...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
Sculptural Side Table 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Vessel 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Vessel 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Satellite Collection - Itamar Bench (ebonized version) 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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Sculptural Vessel 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Satellite Collection - Rios Lamp by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
With geometrically precise lines, the Arca lamp, Pedro Ávila’s (@avilapedro) latest creation, establishes an intriguing contrast between the ancestry of parchment paper and the cutti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel, Brass
Satellite Collection - Plataforma Coffee Table (resin version) 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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Sculptural Vessel 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Vessel 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Satellite Collection - Croco Side Table 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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Sculptural Vessel 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Vessel 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Vessel 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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sergio Rodrigues 'Sheriff' Sofa in Black Uphosltery and Imbuia Wood
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sergio Rodrigues, 'Sheriff' sofa, faux leather, imbuia wood, Brazil, 1960s
Comfortable and large sofa by Brazilian designer Sergio Rodriques. This sofa breaths the characteristics o...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Imbuia
Rug & Kilim’s Cowhide Rug in Silver-Gray and White Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 7x8 contemporary cowhide rug, originating from Brazil, is a comfortable and stylish addition to a wide range of spaces for its unique shape inherent to the craft.
On the Desig...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Animal Skin
"Joca" Chair with arms, Solid Wood and Customized Handwoven
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
When she created Joca chair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the master designer Joaquim Tenreiro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Polyester, Wood
Percival Lafer Garnitur Sessel Sofa Tisch Hocker Designersessel Ledersessel mp41
By Percival Lafer
Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE
Percival Lafer MP 41 Garnitur bestehend aus einem Dreisitzer, Zweisitzer, zwei Sesseln einem Hocker und einem Glastisch. Alles Original.
Markierungen vorhanden.
Originalzustand.
...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather
Large Genuine Polished Clear Quartz Sphere from Brazil (68 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This Clear Quartz sphere from Brazil is of museum quality, boasting a weight of 64lbs and expertly polished to a high level of transparency and ref...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Bauhaus Side Table
By Gabriela Campos, Estúdio Mais Alma
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
A' Design Award Iron - Furniture 2023
One of the greatest expressions of the modernist movement, the Bauhaus was born in an important historical context, with the goal of having a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Natural Uruguayan Amethyst Geode with Rare Calcite and Sparkly Purple Amethyst
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Uruguayan Amethyst Geode Masterpiece: A Rarely Seen Fusion of Perfect Calcite with Sparkly Purple Amethyst Druzy
▫️ Description
Renowned worldwide for their exceptional beauty, U...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Rug & Kilim’s Cowhide Rug in Beige-Brown and White Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 8x8 contemporary cowhide rug, originating from Brazil, is a comfortable and stylish addition to a wide range of spaces for its unique shape inherent to the craft.
On the Desig...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Animal Skin
Percival Lafer Adjustable Lounge Chair MP, Brazil, 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic shaped adjustable lounge chair designed by Percival Lafer and manufactured by MP Lafer, Brazil 1970s. This unusual, puffy shaped lounge chair has very nice characteristic l...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Percival Lafer, Midcentury MP-19 Armchairs, Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in Whitstable, GB
A pair of beautiful MP19 armchairs, designed and manufactured by Percival Lafer. Brazil c. 1967.
Despite the large section of wood pieces and their solidity, this design feels light...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Set of 6 Jacaranda Dining Chairs, Moveis Brazil 1960
By J.D. Moveis e Decoracoes
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 6 Jacaranda Dining Chairs, Moveis Brazil 1960. Original velvet fabric.
Measure 35" tall 16" wide 21" deep seat height 18" seat width 15" seat depth 16.5"
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Brazilian Midcentury Eva White Ice Bucket by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Ice bucket produced by the plastic factory Hévea, which launched a line of utility products called Eva in the 1970s designed by architects Jorge Zalszupin, Paulo Jorge Pedreira and O...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Acrylic
José Zanine Caldas Hand-Carved ‘Pilão’ Chair in Brazilian Hardwood
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Waalwijk, NL
José Zanine Caldas, hand-sculpted chair, model ‘Pilão’, Brazilian hardwood, Brazil, 1975
This exquisite hand-carved chair exemplifies the core principles embodied by José Zanine Cal...
Category
1970s Post-Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Natural Citrine Geode Cave - Saturated Orange Druzy Crystals and Flower Rosettes
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Breathtaking Citrine Geode Cave with Deep Orange, Sparkly Citrine Druzy
▫️ Description
An extraordinary natural Citrine cave, featuring shiny, rich, saturated orange Citrine Druz...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Amethyst Cluster with AAA Grape-Jelly Amethyst Druzy, Natural Crystal Sculpture
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
High-Grade Amethyst Cluster with Saturated Grape-Jelly Amethyst Druzy: A Luxurious Gemstone Display
▫️ Description
A remarkable High-Grade Amethyst Cluster features world-class qual...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Natural Citrine Geode Cave with Sparkly Orange Citrine Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Citrine Geode Cave with High-Grade Orange Citrine Druzy - A All-Natural, Perfect Citrine Geode
▫️ Description
With its golden-orange hue and naturally beautiful cave-like shape, th...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Oscar Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1956
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Oscar Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1956
Named after Oscar Niemeyer, this armchair features the iconic curves and sinuous lines characteristic...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Cane, Wood
Brazilian Midcentury Foldable Rosewood Stool, c. 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Folding stool very well manufactured in Brazilian rosewood. Savonarola style with a Brazilian modern touch.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Natural Citrine Geode Cave with Orange Druzy Crystals and Calcite Inclusion
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Breathtaking Citrine Geode Cave with Deep Orange, Sparkly Citrine Druzy and Calcite Inclusions
▫️ Description
An extraordinary natural Citrine cave, featuring shiny, rich, satura...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Brazilian Midcentury Candlestick in Rosewood by Casa Finland, c. 1970
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Sculptural vintage candlestick made in Brazilian rosewood with metal finish produced by Casa Finland. Preserves the manufacturer's seal.
Casa Finland produced utilitarian objects in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Citrine Flower Specimen with High-Grade Sparkling Golden Orange Druzy on Stand
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
AAA Citrine Cluster with Madeira Citrine Druzy and Geometrical Calcite, Self-Standing
▫️ Description
With colors resembling a Marigold or a Sunflower in full bloom and a shape that...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Large Sculptural Vase "Causucanas" by Ernesto Sanchez
Located in Argelato, BO
Large Sculptural Vase "Causucanas" by Ernesto Sanchez (Signed), with abstract and sinuous shapes, the vase will furnish your home environment with style and elegance
Category
1970s Other Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Genuine Large Polished Rose Quartz Heart from Brazil (18.6 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Expertly polished and shaped, this genuine Rose Quartz heart from Brazil weighs an impressive 18.6 lbs. Known as the stone of unconditional love, Rose Quartz is highly valued for its...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Other
Brazilian Midcentury Cruet in Glass and Rosewood, c. 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Stunning blue glass double cruet with lids and support in Brazilian rosewood from Bahia. Preserves the seal of "Tora Objetos".
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
Vintage Indian Sculpture in Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Small sculpture of an indigenous face carved in Brazilian rosewood of unknown authorship.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
High-Grade Citrine Geode Cave - Saturated Orange Druzy Crystals and Stalactites
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Fabulous Citrine to Your Home Decor: Deep Orange Citrine Geode Cave with Sparkling Druzy
▫️ Description
An extraordinary natural Citrine cave, featuring shiny, rich, saturated or...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Natural Citrine Geode Cave with Orange Druzy Crystals and Calcite Flowers
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Breathtaking Citrine Geode Cave with Deep Orange, Sparkly Citrine Druzy and Rare Calcite Flowers
▫️ Description
An extraordinary natural Citrine cave, featuring shiny, rich, satu...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Pair of Citrine Geodes Cave with Orange Druzy Crystals and Calcite Flowers
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Magnificent Pair of Bookmatched Citrine Geode Caves with Deep Orange, Sparkly Citrine Druzy and Rare Calcite Flowers
▫️ Description
An exceptional pair of natural Citrine caves, ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Vintage Brazilian Wall-mounted Cutlery in Rosewood, c. 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Vintage pair of wall-mounted cutlery carved in solid Brazilian rosewood.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Blue and White Lace Agate Geode with Calcite Flower Inclusion: A Rare Agate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Collector's Blue Lace Agate Geode: A Harmonious Agate with Rare Formation, Bold White and Blue Laces, and a Calcite Flower Inclusion
▫️ Description
An artwork crafted by nature, th...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Brazilian Midcentury Side Table in Rosewood and Marble, c. 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Beautiful and delicate side table with solid Brazilian rosewood structure and marble top by unknown author.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of Bookmatching Natural Citrine Geodes wit Top-Grade Saturated Orange
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Pair of Bookmatching Citrine Geodes: A Stunning Display of Deep Orange, Sparkly Citrine Druzy
▫️ Description
This extraordinary pair of natural Citrine geodes features shiny, rich,...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Lace Agate Geode on Stand with Natural Blue Banded Agate - All Natural
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Natural Blue Banded Agate Geode with Blue and White Laces
▫️ Description
Gorgeous and intact, with superb blue and white agate laces (also known as Blue Lace Agate), this agate geo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Citrine Geode with Rare Citrine Crown and Stalactite Flowers - A Gallery Citrine
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Lifetime Find: Gallery-Grade Citrine Geode with a Rare Citrine Crown and Stalactite Flower Formations
▫️ Description
Elegantly formed and exhibiting rare characteristics, this ci...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Brazilian Midcentury Basket in Rosewood by Casa Finland. c. 1970
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Basket made in rosewood slats of Brazilian rosewood with leather finish, manufactured by Casa Finland which produced utilitarian objects in noble Brazilian woods in Brazil in the mid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Brazilian Midcentury Tray #506 in Noble Wood by WoodArt
By Jean Gillon
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Rare and beautiful tray with handle carved in Brazilian rosewood model 506 from the WoodArt catalogue.
Jean Gillon (1919-2007) was born in Romania, where he graduated in Architectur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Rare Blue Lace Agate Geodes, Gallery-Grade with Calcite Flower Inclusion
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Collector's Bookmatching Pair of Blue Lace Agate Geodes: Harmoniously Matched with Rare Formations, Bold White and Blue Laces, and Calcite Flower Inclusions
▫️ Description
Crafted ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
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