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: Modern
Place of Origin: Brazilian
Dórico wood centerpiece - little size (pink cedar wood)
By Studio Thiago Bicas
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shape derives from the architectural vocabulary, being the result of the geometric simplification of the ancient Greek Doric column and the smooth and gradual transition between ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Minimal Style, Solid Wood Chair, Textile Seating, Caning Backboard, with Arms
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Cane, Upholstery, Textile, Wood, Hardwood
Dórico wood centerpiece - medium size (bleached wood)
By Studio Thiago Bicas
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shape derives from the architectural vocabulary, being the result of the geometric simplification of the ancient Greek Doric column and the smooth and gradual transition between ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Dórico wood centerpiece - large size (pink cedar wood)
By Studio Thiago Bicas
Located in São Paulo, BR
The shape derives from the architectural vocabulary, being the result of the geometric simplification of the ancient Greek Doric column and the smooth and gradual transition between ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Contemporary T Collection Stool in Wood and Red Suede
Located in London, GB
T Collection brings out the contrast between the strength of the wooden structure and the softness of the suede coating. A geometric stool present in a scenery inspired by a night in the desert.
Designed by Maximiliano Crovato...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Suede, Wood
Brazilian contemporary table lamp made of cast bronze
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Sita. table lamp - Stylish and useful cast bronze tablelamp with contemporary design. The dome is made of cotton and it can be in various collors.
The base presents natural irregula...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Dunas wood centerpiece (pink cedar wood - sand color lacquer)
By Studio Thiago Bicas
Located in São Paulo, BR
The design derives from deformation of a mesh of lines, creating a wavy surface, like dunes in the sands.
It can be used as a centerpiece or as a wall sculpture (it goes with a kit o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Contemporary T Collection Stool in Wood and Orange Suede
Located in London, GB
T Collection brings out the contrast between the strength of the wooden structure and the softness of the suede coating. A geometric stool present in a scenery inspired by a night in the desert.
Designed by Maximiliano Crovato...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Suede, Wood
Contemporary T Collection Stool in Wood and Dark Blue Suede
Located in London, GB
T Collection brings out the contrast between the strength of the wooden structure and the softness of the suede coating. A geometric stool present in a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Suede, Wood
Contemporary T Collection Stool in Wood and Light Blue Suede
Located in London, GB
T Collection brings out the contrast between the strength of the wooden structure and the softness of the suede coating. A geometric stool present in a scenery inspired by a night in the desert.
Designed by Maximiliano Crovato...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Suede, Wood
Contemporary T Collection Stool in Wood and Turquoise Suede
Located in London, GB
T Collection brings out the contrast between the strength of the wooden structure and the softness of the suede coating. A geometric stool present in a scenery inspired by a night in the desert.
Designed by Maximiliano Crovato...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Suede, Wood
The Square Chair. Produced with Solid Wood Using Mortise and Tenon Joinery.
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Square Chair was designed to be used at dining tables and desks. Made from sucupira, freijó, jequitibá, or imbuia, it offers high comfort while remaining lightweight and durable. The backrest is crafted from natural Indian wicker...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Straw, Wood
Soapstone Amorfo 10 by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Soapstone Amorfo 10 by Alva Design
Materials: Soapstone
Dimensions: Ø 30 x h 25 cm
ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by brothers Sus...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Soapstone
Brazilian contemporary acrylic and brass 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 a brass base/structure.
The base is made of steel and it can be brushed (it becames a golden to...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Brazilian contemporary acrylic and steel table lamp - medium
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This table lamp is named Lichia.
The product consists of a round acrylic diffuser and a steel base/structure.
The base is made of steel and it can be painted in white, black or brow...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
Planalto Dining Table base
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Planalto dining table was inspired by the curves of master Oscar Niemeyer. Its creation refers to the architect's constructions in Brasília, where the sculptural elegance of his ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Brazilian contemporary acrylic and aluminum table lamp - medium
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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Brazilian contemporary acrylic and steel 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 a wooden base.
The base is made of wood, shaped in a rounded design and with a varnish finishing, which gives the piece a shiny aspect.
The diffuser is made of acrylic and can be in any of the colors in the palette posted in these photos (transparent, milky, white, smoked transparent, opaque black, translucent sand, transparent red, opaque red, transparent blue, translucent green, dark green transparent, translucent nude).
The lamp used is a G9 bi-pin led.
The light emitted by the sconce is diffused, soft and calming.
The product is named Lichia (lychee in english) after en exotic chinese fruit...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
"Matt" Side Table in Natural Wood and Carbon Steel
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The maat side table is indicated for indoor usability.
Its base of thin, intertwined carbon steel rods translates the delicate shape and harmony it sustains through two points.
The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
"Julia" Minimalist Chair in Solid Wood and Customized Handwoven
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
When she created Julia Chair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the mast...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood, Leather, Canvas, Velvet, Polyester
Contemporary T Collection Stool in Wood and Dark Pink Suede
Located in London, GB
T Collection brings out the contrast between the strength of the wooden structure and the softness of the suede coating. A geometric stool present in a scenery inspired by a night in the desert.
Designed by Maximiliano Crovato...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Suede, Wood
Brazilian contemporary acrylic and brass table lamp - medium
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This table lamp is named Lichia.
The product consists of a round acrylic diffuser and a brass base/structure.
The base is made of steel and it can be brushed (it becames a golden to...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Minimal Style, Solid Wood Chair, Leather or Textile Seating, Caning Backboard
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired by the B-52 plane design, thi...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Textile, Cane, Hardwood
Brazilian Contemporary Sculptural Brass Pendant Light
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Sacurá - Sculptural light pendant in brass with natural finish without varnish. The finish on this sculptural pendant light darkens over time....
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Outdoor Sun Lounge, Modern Brazilian Design
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This outdoor Sun-lounge is made in hardwood and metal, without visible solderings for the ultimate modern visuals, this interesting multi-finish structure ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal
"Laura" Minimalist Chair in Painted Steel black with Wooden Arms
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Alessandra Delgado was once thinking about using steel to create delicate pieces. Laura chair is the materialization of these thoughts. The chair is part of a series of furniture des...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
Geodesic wood bowl (tauari)
By Studio Thiago Bicas
Located in São Paulo, BR
Inspired by geometry, it is composed of 32 triangular pieces that together form a geodesic.
Entirely assembled by hand and made of certified Brazilian wood, it has non-toxic finish ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
"Lina" Modernist Style Woodwork Natural Walnut Credenza with Drawer
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Alessandra Delgado is passionate about Lina Bo Bardi architectural work, including the project for the Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo - MASP and its structural pillars that seems to hold...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Dining chair in Leather and solid wood, Contemporary Brazilian Design
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This dining room armchair is part of the Arrow collection, which carries the concept of precision and the figurative arrow element abstraction, present thru the design.
Using the ha...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Textile, Hardwood
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 the starting point for the development of the col...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Steel
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 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
"Gunga" Hanging Swing Chair in Aluminium and Naval Rope Handmade
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Gunga swing can be used in both indoor and outdoor areas.
Inspired by one of the most beautiful postcards in Brazil, Gunga beach in Alagoas. The swing represents Brazilianness t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Marx Rug Inspired by Burle Marx
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Marx rug is Inspired by Burle Marx beautiful landscapes conceived like paintings
Sizes and colors are customizable.
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Acrylic
"Regia" Ottoman in Curved Cinnamon Wood Multi-laminate Upholstered in Leather
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Regia ottoman has a base made of a curved cinnamon natural wood multi-laminate. (20mm thick)
The seat is upholstered and made with natural and genuine leather in brown color. (co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood, Leather
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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Pink, Green, White & Black Zigzag Rug from Graffiti Collection by Paulo Kobylka
By Paulo Kobylka
Located in Londrina, Paraná
This piece was produced in 2019 and is in good conditions. It was used in the Graffiti Collection launch photo shoot and belongs to the designer himself.
All images here shows the ac...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Nylon
The Square Desk. Brazilian Solid Wood Writing Table Design by Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Square Desk was inspired by the design of Brazilian modern furniture from the 1950s and 1960s, featuring straight lines and Indian straw weaving. It's delicate and highly comfort...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Straw, Wood
SP Vase - Nomad Series
Located in São Paulo, SP
Nomad is a modular system of vases that can be used in infinite ways. The modules were created to work either alone or fitted together vertically (totem) or horizontally to generate ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Brota 1, Soapstone Vase by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Brota 1 - Soapstone vase by Alva Design
Materials: Soapstone
Dimensions: 28 (Ø) x 19 (H)
ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by brothers Susana Bastos, artist ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Soapstone
Round Yellow Crumpled Rug from Graffiti Collection by Paulo Kobylka
By Paulo Kobylka
Located in Londrina, Paraná
Inspired by graffiti, this rug is designed with simple and well-defined features, expressive lines and details that suggest light, shadow and depth.
The manufacturing technique is th...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Nylon
Bo, Bench by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bo - Bench by Alva Design
Materials: Metalic and wooden structure, leather seat, brass spheres
Dimensions: 182 x 40 x 40 cm
ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Apple Vase by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Apple vase by Fakasaka Design
Dimensions: W 11 cm D 11 cm H 18.5 cm
Materials: polished bronze.
APPLE VASE / PEN CUP
FAKASAKA is a design company focu...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Nomad Totem
Located in São Paulo, SP
Nomad is a modular system of vases that can be used in infinite ways. The modules were created to work either alone or fitted together vertically (totem) or horizontally to generate ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Round Blue, White & Red Flower Rug from Graffiti Collection by Paulo Kobylka
By Paulo Kobylka
Located in Londrina, Paraná
This piece was produced in 2019 and is in good conditions. It was used in the Graffiti Collection launch photo shoot and belongs to the designer himself.
All images here shows the ac...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Nylon
Stuffed Butterfly with Frame
Located in Roma, IT
Stuffed butterfly is a decorative object of 1970s.
19.5 x 25.5 cm.
Good conditions
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Animal Skin
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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Sterling Silver and Turquoise Demitasse and Serving Spoons Set Of 14
Located in North Miami, FL
These lovely and regal set of 14 sterling silver and turquoise demitasse, espresso and serving spoons are vintage. They are hallmarked Prata 833 and hand wrought. They are from Brazi...
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
The Laziness Armchair. Rocking sofa in solid wood, upholstered in linen.
Located in São Paulo, SP
Laziness is a laid-back and spacious rocking armchair, crafted for sitting/lying down and unwinding. The low seat height from the ground draws inspiration from Japanese rocking chairs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wood
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 the starting point for the development of the coll...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Zinc
Domingos Tótora "Vaso Orgânico Casca Mod.03", Brazil 21st Century
By Domingos Tótora
Located in Utrecht, NL
This organic sculpture by contemporary artist Domingos Tótora is a visual expression of the artist’s view of design. Tótora creates objects and sculptures where beauty is inseparable...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Paper
Brazilian contemporary acrylic and aluminum table lamp - small
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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Soapstone Amorfo 01 by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Amorfo 01 by Alva Design
Materials: Soapstone
Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 25 cm
ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by brothers Susana Bastos, artist and designer, and Ma...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Soapstone
Selenite Chandelier 60 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite chandelier 60 by Aver
Dimensions: D 60 x H 80 cm.
Materials: Selenite, metal.
Available in other sizes.
Designed by Marcele Muraro, for A...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Stone, Metal
Set of 3 Contemporary Modular Side or Center Table 'or Stool' in Wood and Stone
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
Set of 5 contemporary low tables in walnut veneer and levigated soapstone top with the stone's base in velvet. It can be used as a stool as well. Can come with wheels. You can use as...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Leather Tray, Medium Square Tray, Handmade in Brazil - Color: Savannah
By Aria Home
Located in Curitiba, Parana
Monochrome Collection Trays
For different uses, the line of Monochrome Trays can be used separately or as a set. Their sizes are customizable, so use your creativity to build a uniq...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Leather
Açafrao & Urucum, Small by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Açafrao & Urucum - small by Cultivado Em Casa
Dimensions: 27 x 40 cm
Materials: Carbon steel, mixed technique in paper, glue and saffron or annatto, frosted milky glass globe.
*Gl...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Paper
Golden brazilian contemporary small table lamp made of cast bronze
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This contemporary golden table lamp is a small piece made entirely of cast bronze with a milk glass in the middle. The lamp (G9) is inside this round milky glass, which transforms th...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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