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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Place of Origin: Brazilian
Mid century rosewood lounge chair by Gelli, Brazil 1950s
By Gelli Indústria de Móveis
Located in ECHT, NL
Fully restored mid century modern lounge chair. Made by Gelli industry de móveis in the 1950s.
The frame is made from rosewood with a rich and deep color and magnificent graining. Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Celina Decorações Brazilian Modern Rosewood Coffee Table With Ottoman Benches
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in Oakland, CA
Unique and multi-functional Brazilian Modern marble-top coffee table and ottomans by Munis Zilberberg for Celina Decoracoes, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1958. The coffee table features a...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Lucia Mercer End Tables for Knoll 1982 in Custom Sierra Brown Granite
By Knoll, Lucia Mercer
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Lucia Mercer End Tables for Knoll 1982 in Custom Sierra Brown Granite.
Sierra Brown Granite is a kind of brown granite with hints of beige and black quarried in Brazil.
Incis...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Granite
Lucia Mercer for Knoll Custom Sierra Brown Granite Cocktail Table
By Knoll, Lucia Mercer
Located in Chicago, IL
Lucia Mercer for Knoll Custom Sierra Brown Granite Cocktail Table 1982
Sierra Brown Granite is a kind of brown granite with hints of beige and black quarried in Brazil.
The most dist...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Granite
Rotating Agate Geode With Amethyst Crystals
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rotating Agate Geode With Amethyst Crystals. The base of this natural specimen is made in a way hat allows the geode to turn in a 360 degree angle. It can be turned to face any direc...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Amethyst
Pair of Soriana Lounge Chairs, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This Soriana lounge chair is characterized by its substantial, bulbous form, enveloping the sitter in a voluminous, cushioned embrace. The use of soft, suede-like fabric in a rich, e...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Abraham Palatnik set of three Op Art lucite owls, Brazil 1970s
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in Milan, IT
Abraham Palatnik set of three Op Art lucite owls, Brazil 1970s
Original label
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Lucite
Black Floor Lamp, by Dominici, Brazilian 20th Mid-Century Design
By Dominici
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The black floor lamp is a mid-century modern design by Enrico Furio, created in the 1950s for his company Dominici. This particular lamp is recognized for its sleek design, featuring...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Round Modernist Wood and Leather Chair, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
These beautiful and unique chairs are a distinctive piece of Brazilian mid-century furniture that showcases the special blend of material craftsmanship and design simplicity that was...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Organic Table Lamp in Acrylic, Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Pair of white acrylic table lamps, made up of two equal halves, fixed with customized screws. The acrylic parts form the bubble of the dome and fold at the bottom to support the piec...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Acrylic
Pair of End Tables by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jorge Zalszupin, a pair of end tables, Rosewood, and leather. Brazil, circa the 1960s.
Pair of end tables made in Brazilian rosewood patchwork (Jacaranda), black leat...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Chrome
'Paraty´ Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Paraty lounge chairs reflect the design principles of the Brazilian architect and designer Sergio Rodrigues, known for his significant contribution to modern Brazilian furniture ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Pair of highback "Ox" chairs in rosewood
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Brazil
Designer: Sergio Rodriguez (in the manner of)
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood, Velvet
Measurements: 37.75″ wide x 31.5″ deep x 35.5″ tall
Conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Rosewood
Chair in Wood, Iron and Leather, by Michel Arnoult, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Michel Arnoult
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The chair designed by Michel Arnoult, a pivotal figure in the mid-20th-century Brazilian furniture movement, reflects the designer's commitment to practical, well-crafted, and access...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Iron
Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Bent Wood & Glass, Novo Rumo, Brazil, c. 1960s
By Novo Rumo
Located in New York, NY
Available today with domestic shipping included, this Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Bent Wood & Glass, Novo Rumo made in Brazil during the 1960s is nothing less than spectacular!...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Brown Fabric, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1950s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NYC with free domestic shipping included, these Pair of Armchairs in Hardwood and Brown Fabric, by Jorge Zalszupin made in the fifties in Brazil are nothing less t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Fruitwood Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Side Table with Inlay, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern side table.
Striking Brazilian design from the 1970s.
Original solid fruitwood circular base with decorative tree knots pattern.
The original ...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Fruitwood
Roxinho vintage Safari armchair in leather and wood by MCM Michel Arnoult, 1960s
By Michel Arnoult
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Roxinho vintage Safari armchairs in leather and wood by MCM Michel Arnoult, 1960s
A pair of truly amazing mid century Roxinho leather safari style lounge chairs by Michel Arnoult, circa 1960 Brazil. These chairs feature stitched high quality leather sling seats and backs, with Brazilian hardwood frames. A casual yet sleek & sophisticated look while retaining comfort and unmatched quality.
This mid century piece features a full chocolate wood construction with a lovely sling leather design. This piece has a timeless silhouette that would be prefect for any mcm lover's home. This chair is in very good condition with some slight scuffs common with used furniture. There is also some slight cracking on the leather, but over in very good condition.
*This listing is priced for the pair (2) of chairs.
Manufactured by Mobilia Contemporanea.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of 'Caola' Lounge Chairs, by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The ``Caola´´ armchair by Sergio Rodrigues is a classic piece of Brazilian mid-century modern furniture. Known for its robust and comfortable design, it features a solid wooden frame...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Bar Cart in Brazilian Wood, Attributed to Novo Rumo
By Novo Rumo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
We work with artisans who masterfully restore typical pieces from each period of our history, valuing their different preservation techniques. Teamwork has built this pioneering comp...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Bentwood Coffee Table, by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The center table designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli is a fine example of mid-century Brazilian furniture that reflects both elegance and a strong sense ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Rectangular Coffee Table in Hardwood & Glass, Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s Brazil
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NYC with domestic shipping included, this unique looking "Spider" Side Table Set in Hardwood & Glass by Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s Brazil is nothing less than chic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Percival Lafer MP-79 Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in St Louis Park, MN
C. 1970s
Percival Lafer was one of the most prolific designers of the Brazilian midcentury period.
The tufted camel leather cushion sits on sturdy leather straps, which are attache...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
José Zanine Caldas trunk stool Brazil 1979
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
A stool made of a hollow trunk designed by José Zanine Caldas, manufactured in his own workshop in Nova Vicosa, Brazil 1979. Made from a solid hardwood trunk with a stunning original patina. Finished with transparent lacquer. It can also serve as a side table. The sculpted conical shape is created by hollowing out a log, making it an interesting and versatile piece of furniture. Comes with Caldas certificate.
The Denuncia series by José Zanine Caldas, to which the trunk stool...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Side Table in Bentwood & Glass by Novo Rumo, 1960s, Brazil
By Novo Rumo
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this beautiful side table from Novo Rumo has a symmetrical design and is made of bent Brazilian Rosewood, as known as Jacaranda with chromed metal finishes. The top ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Black Desk with Drawer, Wood and Metal Legs, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Style
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Marajoara desk with drawers is a study on Mid-Century Modern utilitarian furniture, minimalist in its details, with Brazilian Native Arte Reference. By Atelier BAM Design.
The moder...
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
Small Bench with Rounded Edges, Geraldo de Barros, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Constructed from a richly grained hardwood, the bench features a series of individual, smoothly finished wooden slats laid out horizontally to form the seating surface. The slats are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
'MP-105' Coffee Table, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The center table by Percival Lafer, a renowned Brazilian furniture designer, is a classic example of mid-20th-century design. It features a minimalist and functional aesthetic, characteristic of Lafer's work, which often blends modern design with the warmth of traditional materials.
The table's structure is composed of a solid wood frame, displaying a rich dark tone that speaks of the quality and durability of the material. The wood grain is visible, adding texture and depth to the simple yet elegant design. This wood frame supports a rectangular glass top, providing a transparent surface that adds a light and airy quality to the piece.
The design of the table is straightforward, with a focus on clean lines and usability. The glass is recessed into the frame, giving a sleek look and preventing any sharp edges from protruding. The legs of the table are thick and sturdy, ensuring stability, and are connected by a lower wooden beam that also serves as a shelf, adding to the table's functionality.
In the context of Brazilian furniture design, this table is an embodiment of the innovative spirit that defined the mid-century period. It combines the natural beauty of the wood with the modernity of the glass, creating a piece that is both timeless and reflective of the era's design principles. It is a piece that would have been at home in a variety of settings, from a casual living room to a formal business environment, demonstrating Lafer's talent for creating versatile and enduring furniture.
About the designer:
Percival Lafer is a renowned Brazilian furniture designer whose work significantly contributed to the modernist movement in Brazil. Born in 1936, Lafer was originally trained as an architect at São Paulo’s Universidade Mackenzie. However, the unexpected passing of his father led him to take over the family furniture business with his brothers, which catalyzed his shift to furniture design in 1961.
His first notable design, the MP-1 Armchair, was launched the same year and became a hit for its innovative use of materials and design. This chair featured a steel base wrapped in rosewood and was upholstered with foam rather than traditional springs. This design approach epitomized Lafer's principle of creating fine design that was accessible and affordable.
Lafer also pioneered in the mechanical furniture movements, creating the MP-7 sofa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Percival Lafer MP1 lounge chairs Brazil 1961
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare lounge chairs designed by Percival Lafer and manufactured by Lafer MP, Brazil 1961. Steel structures covered with amazing hardwood. Reupholstered in a green velvet mohair. The M...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Percival Lafer, Coffee Table, Patchwork Wood, c. 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in PARIS, FR
Percival Lafer's table is a remarkable piece of design that embodies the aesthetics of the 1970s. This coffee table in patchwork wood and glass is a harmonious mix of natural materia...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Two-Tone Hardwood & Glass, Giuseppe Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available in NYC with free domestic shipping included, this Brazilian Modern coffee table in two-tone hardwood and glass by Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s is nothing less than spectacula...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Percival Lafer, Coffee Table, Patchwork Wood, c. 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in PARIS, FR
Percival Lafer's table is a remarkable piece of design that embodies the aesthetics of the 1970s. This coffee table in patchwork wood and glass is a harmonious mix of natural materia...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, 1962, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this midcentury bar cart made in solid hardwood is stunning! The bar cart is composed of one big door, two shelves with a bottle holder and four (original) wheels th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
'MP- 51' Coffee Table in Marble, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-51 coffee table, designed by Percival Lafer, is a quintessential piece that showcases the elegance and timeless appeal of Brazilian mid-century modern design. It is a fine rep...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of Modernist Lounge Chairs, by Martin Eisler, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This pair of lounge chairs designed by Martin Eisler showcase the mid-century modern Brazilian style with a classic yet innovative design that harmonizes form and function.
These pi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Midcentury Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood & Brass by Ming Moveis, Brazil, 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-century bar cart in Pau Marfim hardwood & brass is stunning! Its unique design, for the time, draws attention for its functionality and practicality. It has...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
Chest of Drawers in Solid Hardwood, by Móveis Cimo, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This chest of drawers is a classic example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture, manufactured by Móveis Cimo. This piece embodies the aesthetic of the period with its clean lines,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Lounge Chair with Rounded Edges, by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This elegant lounge chair, designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli, is an exquisite piece of modern furniture from the mid-20th century, showcasing the elegant intersection of fabric and woo...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Daybed in Hardwood & Black Leather, Carlo Hauner, Brazil, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NYC with domestic free shipping included, this Brazilian Modern Daybed in Hardwood & Black Leather, Carlo Hauner made in Brazil in the 50s is nothing less than spe...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Rounded Coffee Table in Solid Hardwood and Glass, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This center table from Móveis Cantu, made with wood and glass, is a fine example of Brazilian mid-century design. The table features a circular glass top that sits comfortably on a w...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table in Hardwood by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NYC with free shipping included, this Extendable Dining Table in Hardwood by Giuseppe Scapinelli, made in the 1950s in Brazil is nothing less than spectacular!
Th...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Sergio Rodrigues “Kilin” Chairs Brazilian Mid Century - a Pair
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sergio Rodrigues attrib Kilin Chairs. Produced by Oca. 2 available. Original leather.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ice Bucket in noble wood designed by Jean Dobré for Tropic- Art Brazil, 1970s
Located in Brasília, BR
Beautiful Ice bucket in noble wood designed by Jean Dobré for Tropic-Art in the 70s.
Handmade piece with a technique that consists of joining several pieces of wood together to obtai...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage Leather and Bentwood Armchair by Brazilian Designer, Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid Century armchair by prolific Brazilian architect and furniture designer, Sergio Rodrigues (1924-2014), having the original natural leather suspension seat held by a walnut frame ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cubo" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cubo" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
Created by renowned Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin circa 1960, the "Cubo" - or Cube - armchair is s...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
Weiss workshop. Brazilian ceramics - Centerpiece, c. 1950
By Weiss
Located in PARIS, FR
This Brazilian ceramic piece from the Weiss workshop, dating from the 1950s, is a unique and colorful work of art. This room, with a length of 30 cm, is designed to be used as a cent...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Minimalist Daybed, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The daybed, manufactured by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, is a prime example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture design, which is renowned for its blend of modernist principles with traditional Brazilian materials and techniques.
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios was an important institution in the development of Brazilian design, providing education and promoting craftsmanship. Their furniture production is noted for its high-quality craftsmanship and use of local materials.
This particular daybed features a robust and simple wooden frame, made from native Brazilian hardwood, which is known for its durability and beautiful grain. The use of such wood not only ensures longevity but also gives the piece a warm, inviting appearance.
The design of the daybed is minimalist, with clean lines and an unadorned structure that emphasizes the natural beauty of the wood. It has a low profile and a rectangular shape, which are characteristic of modernist design, aiming for functionality without sacrificing style.
The cushioning on top is tufted, adding a touch of classic detailing to an otherwise modern piece. The tufting is not merely decorative but also helps to keep the upholstery in place and maintain its shape over time.
The legs of the daybed are short and splayed, a design choice that provides stability and a slight mid-century aesthetic flair. The clean geometry of the daybed allows it to fit seamlessly into various interior design schemes, from the more traditional to the contemporary.
Overall, this daybed represents the innovative spirit of Brazilian design from the mid-20th century, where designers and manufacturers were embracing modernist trends while fostering a unique Brazilian identity through the use of local materials and traditional craftsmanship. It's a functional, elegant piece that reflects the era's design values: form, function, and a close relationship with the materials used.
About the manufacturer:
The Liceu de Artes e Ofícios in São Paulo, established in 1873, is a significant Brazilian institution with a focus on technical education and has also made contributions to cultural and industrial production. The school was founded by the elite of coffee aristocrats with the positivist ideal of promoting the "dignity of man through work," aiming to prepare specialized labor for the country's future industrialization.
Throughout its history, the institution has undergone several transformations. It started with simple courses such as Arithmetic and then expanded to include technical education, inspired by the European Arts and Crafts Movement, which valued the manual work of craftsmen within the capitalist industry. Under the direction of architect Francisco de Paula Ramos de Azevedo...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Pair of Shelf of Units, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This shelf unit is a distinctive piece of mid-20th century Brazilian design by Percival Lafer. It is a quintessential example of the era's fusion of materials and aesthetics, highlig...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
Architectural Desk in Iron and Wood, by Unilabor, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Unilabor
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Unilabor was an important Brazilian furniture manufacturer during the mid-20th century, particularly known for its modernist designs and social business model. Founded in São Paulo b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal, Steel
Novo Rumo Brazil Modern Rosewood Bar Stool
By Novo Rumo
Located in Oakland, CA
1950's Novo Rumo Brazilian Modern Bar Stool, crafted from jacaranda wood and steel. In it's original condition, the stool has been cleaned and waxed, revealing its authentic aged pat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Jacaranda
Percival Lafer Lounge Chair in Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Percival Lafer, lounge chairs, fabric, wood, leather, Brazil, 1960s
A phenomenal design by designer Percival Lafer. Two L-shaped forms are attached together which characterizes thei...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Martin Eisler for Forma. Mid-Century Modern Folding Center/Dining Table in Wood
By Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Beautiful folding center table by Martin Eisler, one of the founders of the company Forma, an important and influential name of Brazilian design....
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Formica, Wood
attrib Lina Bo Bardi Leather lounge chair Brazil
By Lina Bo Bardi
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful lounge chair . love the design . Black tube frame
comes with a thick Black leather upholstery .over that a Camel color
Leather cushions . Superb patine .attributed to Lina ...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather
Wall Unit in Hardwood, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This wall is a fine example of Joaquim Tenreiro's work, which is emblematic of the mid-20th century modern Brazilian furniture design. Tenreiro is often celebrated as a pioneer of mo...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Brazilian Midcentury Tray #732 in Noble Wood by WoodArt
By Jean Gillon
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Rare solid rosewood tray by Jean Gillon model 732 from the WoodArt catalogue.
Jean Gillon (1919-2007) was born in Romania, where he graduated in Architecture and Fine Arts. In 1956 ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, Mid Century Modern design
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
Pair of rare Joaquim Tenreiro lounge chair Brazilian midcentury
Joaquim Tenreiro
Brazil, 1954
Measurements:
78 cm x 85 cm x 84 H cm
Provenance:
Private Collection from Brazil
Bi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Sofa 'MP-13', by Percival Lafer, Mid-Century Brazilian Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-13 Sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, is a quintessential piece reflecting the Brazilian mid-century modern style, renowned for its emphasis on form, function, and the beauty o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Wooden Shelve, by Zanine Caldas, Brazilian 20th Mid-Century Design
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This wooden shelf is a fine example of Brazilian design from the mid-20th century, by Zanine Caldas, who was known for his use of organic materials and innovative approaches to woodw...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
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