Brazilian Armchairs
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.
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Place of Origin: Brazilian
Creator: Sergio Rodrigues
Drummond Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues OCA, Mid-Century Modern, White Bouclé
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
Behold the illustrious Drumond Armchair, a distinguished creation birthed in 1950 under the skilled hands of Oca, a venerable atelier situated in the heart of Brazil. Reverberating w...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Hardwood
Set of Three Sergio Rodrigues ‘Kilin' Lounge Chairs, Brasil, 1970s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exceptional set of Kilin chairs by Brazilian architect Sergio Rodrigues. Made out of high density wood and high quality saddle leather these chairs have become truly iconic over the ...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
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...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
"Diz" Armchair in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, 2001, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The awesome "Diz" Armchair in Hardwood designed by Sergio Rodrigues in Brazil in 2001 is nothing less than exquisite!
The "Diz" armchair showcases a captivating blend of sculptural...
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Early 2000s Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of "Oscar" Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1956
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Created by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1956, the Oscar armchair was an homage to Oscar Niemeyer (1907-2012), one of the most important Brazilian architects in modern architecture...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Straw, Rosewood
Set of "Beto" Armchairs in Metal, Wood & Boucle, Sergio Rodrigues, 1958
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NYC with free US shipping included, these "Beto" Armchairs in Metal, Wood & Boucle, Sergio Rodrigues, 1958
These "Beto" armchairs were originally designed for th...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Arcos little Chair by Brazil 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brasília, BR
Amazing pair of Arcos armchairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues in the 1960s for Itamaraty Palace.
They are composed by a solid rosewood structure. The seat and backrest are made up of...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Armchair 'Longarina IAB' Sérgio Rodrigues Manufactured by Oca Brazil, 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in PARIS, FR
Armchair model “Longarina IAB”
Manufactured by Oca
Brazil, 1965
Freijó, steel, leather
Product designed for auditoriums such as Anhembi and Fapesp Awarded by the Institute of Archite...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of "Oscar" Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design 1956
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in PARIS, FR
The Oscar armchair, designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1956, serves as a tribute to Oscar Niemeyer (1907-2012), a highly influential figure in the realm of modern Brazilian ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Rosewood
Mole Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern-Vintage 1957
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
Presently accessible for acquisition, this exquisite Mid-Century Modern masterpiece, the "Mole" armchair accompanied by a stool, fashioned from a harmonious blend of hardwood and lig...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
'Stella' Lounge Chair, by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "Stella" lounge chair, a creation of Sergio Rodrigues from 1956, is a symphony of timeless elegance and meticulous design. At first glance, its plush upholstery, reminiscent of s...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Other
'Franco' Lounge Chairs with headrest, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Modern Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "Franco" lounge chairs, designed by Sergio Rodrigues, stand as a distinct representation of Brazilian mid-century design. These chairs are characterized by their robust solid har...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Sergio Rodrigues, Parati Armchairs - Brazilian, Mid-Century Modern - 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing the "Parati" armchair, a masterpiece born in the creative fervor of the mid-1960s, gracing the lobby of Brasilia's iconic Itamaraty Palace, the bastion of Brazil's Minist...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
Kilin Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues OCA, Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
The Kilin armchair, a pinnacle of artistic ingenuity conceived by the visionary designer Sergio Rodrigues, embodies an exquisite fusion of aesthetic bri...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage Pair of Moleca Rosewood Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1962, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Throughout Sergio Rodrigues' career, many of his pieces underwent adjustment, adapted to new material resources and production conditions, or even reinvented.
The Moleca armchair...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Lia Armchair Design by Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, Mid-Century Modern, Oca 1960s
By Oca, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Glass, Wood, Imbuia
“Moleca” Lounge Chair with Stool in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern “Moleca” Armchair with Stool in Hardwood & Leather by Sergio Rodrigues designed in 1959 is absolutely gorgeous!
The "Moleca'' lounge chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood, Wood
"Vivi" Lounge Chair in Hardwood, Móveis Cantu, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Sergio Rodrigues was a Brazilian furniture designer known for his innovative use of materials and impeccable craftsmanship. Throughout his career, he perfected the use of jacarandá r...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
"Kilin" Single Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1973 and produced by Oca, the Kilin armchair is composed of two sides and two crosspieces, with the back and...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barcelona, ES
Armchair designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in iron structure, solid wood arms and new black leather upholstery. Brazil, 1950.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Sergio Rodrigues Pair of Moleca Armchair, Circa 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
Pair of Moleca armchair made in jacaranda and leather.
Both wood and leather have beautiful time patina. The leather condition is very good. The wo...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
"Kilin" Brazilian Midcentury Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1973 and produced by Oca, the Kilin armchair is composed of two sides and two crosspieces, with the back and seat made from a unique piece...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Bloch Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1964
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
A particular characteristic in Brazilian mid-century furniture making was the practice of furnishing houses and commercial buildings in exchange for a special commission. This chair ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Pair of ‘Lia’ Armchairs by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1962, Jacaranda and Cowhide
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful pair of Lia armchairs in very good condition.
Designed by Sérgio Rodrigues in Brazil in 1962.
The frame of these chairs is fabricated from sol...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Jacaranda, Rosewood
Mid-Century "Lia" Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues: Brazilian Hardwood Iconic Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "Lia" armchair, created by the Brazilian architect and designer Sérgio Rodrigues in 1962, is an extraordinary piece of furniture that showcases the designer's ingenuity and creat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Vronka" Rosewood Midcentury Armchair by Brazilian Designer Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Designed in 1962 by Sergio Rodrigues, the “Vronka” armchair was made of solid Rosewood structure and a floating, comfortable cushion. Like many designers of Rodrigues's generation, he dreams of commercializing well-designed furniture produced in series.
In 1962 “Meia-Pataca” factory-cum-store was launch. The idea was to expand distribution and reduce production costs. The industrial thought is visible on the structural solution, applying juxtaposed wooden pieces of a square or rectangular section and straight corners. Other pieces like the “Franco” sofa, the “Tonico” armchair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
"Kiko" High Back Caviuna Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Made in Jacarandá rosewood, this Sergio Rodrigues piece has originally upholstered in green leather, circular chrome accents, and chrome casters. This chair was created to furnish th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage "Kiko" Rosewood Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Midcentury Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Made in Jacarandá rosewood, this Sergio Rodrigues piece has originally upholstered in yellow leather, circular chrome accents, and chrome casters. This chair was created to furnish t...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mole Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern-Vintage 1957
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
Presently accessible for acquisition, this exquisite Mid-Century Modern masterpiece, the "Mole" armchair accompanied by a stool, fashioned from a harmonious blend of hardwood and bro...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Pair of 1960s Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Jacaranda Vronka Chairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1960s Brazilian jacaranda Vronka armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues with yellow upholstery. The chair is featured in the Icatu book "Sergio Rodrigue...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Jacaranda
Pair of 1960s Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Jacaranda Lia Chairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Lia chairs from the 1960s made of Brazilian jacaranda and upholstered in beige cowhide.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Jacaranda
Pair of 1960s Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Jacaranda Beto Chairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Beto chairs, in Brazilian jacaranda wood, upholstered in yellow ultrasuede on a chrome frame
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
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