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.
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
Sergio Rodrigues ‘Kilin' Lounge Chairs. set of three, Brasil, 1970s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exceptional set of Kilin chairs by Brazilian architect Sergio Rodrigues. Made dark wood and high quality saddle leather these chairs have become truly iconic over the years. The open...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Joaquim Tenreiro: Exceptional Pair of Jacaranda Armchairs, Brazil 1940's
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Joaquim Tenreiro (1906 - 1992)
A stunning pair of armchairs of exceptional lightness and elegance, in jacaranda, by pioneer of Brazilian modernism Joaquim Tenreiro. With their slim...
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1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
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Fabric, Hardwood
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner Rare Pair of Rattan Armchairs, Brazil, 1950
By Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Martin Eisler (1913-1977) and Carlo Hauner (1927-1997)
A rare and exceptional pair of lounge chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler for their pioneering Brazilian design company,...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
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Steel
Iron Armchairs by Geraldo de Barros, Brazil, 1955, Unilabor
By Geraldo de Barros, Unilabor
Located in Houston, TX
Geraldo de Barros (1923-1998)
Set of two Iron armchair
Manufactured by Unilabor
Brazil, 1955.
Iron frame, fabric upholstered.
Measurements:
55 cm x 65 cm x 75 h cm
21.6 in x 25.59...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner "Costela" Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1953
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
The Costela armchair is an iconic Brazilian Mid-Century Modern piece. It was designed by Martin Eisler (1913 - 1977) in 1953 and manufactured by the c...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Set of Armchairs by Jose Zanine Caldas, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A set of armchairs designed by Jose Zanine Caldas for his studio 'Moveis Artisticos Z' in 1950.
Brazilian midcentury design.
Made with solid wood, reu...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
“Costella” Armchair in Hardwood & Fabric att. to Martin Eisler, 1950’s Brazil
By Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this “Costella” Armchair in Hardwood & Fabric att. to Martin Eisler, 1950’s Brazil s nothing less than awesome!
The model of this chair is called “Costella” and has...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Zanine Caldas - F armchair
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Houston, TX
José Zanine Caldas (1919–2001) was born in Belmonte, a small town in southern Bahia.
As an inquisitive, curious and multifaceted artist – known for his houses and wooden furniture – ...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Percival Lafer Mp-5 lounge chairs pair Brazil 1961
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare pair of MP-5 lounge chairs designed by Percival Lafer and manufactured by Lafer MP, Brazil 1961. Steel structures covered with Caviuna. Reupholstered in a grey mixed fabric to ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
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Metal
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Modern Sofa & Armchairs Lounge Set, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Whitstable, GB
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler midcentury sofa and armchairs; 1950s
Sofa designed for their manufacturing company, Forma around 1955.
This model is an icon of Brazilian midcentury des...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Rosewood by Tora Arquitetura, c. 1970
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Beautiful upholstered armchair with structure in Brazilian rosewood Bahia. designed by Tora Arquitetura. Preserves seal.
We turn our gaze to the modern production in an integral way...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
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Upholstery, Rosewood
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
Zanine Caldas - R armchair
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Houston, TX
Jose Zanine Caldas
A self-taught artist, designer and architect, Jose Zanine Caldas (1919-2001) was born on the southern coast of Bahia in Brazil. At age twenty, he opened an archi...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Lina Bo Bardi Armchair Bola de Latao
By Lina Bo Bardi
Located in Houston, TX
Lina Bo Bardi, born Achillina Bo, was an Italian-born Brazilian modernist architect. A prolific architect and designer, she devoted her working life, most of it spent in Brazil, to p...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
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.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Carlo Hauner for Móveis Artesanal. Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Rattan & Iron
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Extremely rare armchair in white rattan (original painting from the fabric) in an elliptical format, made over an iron structure with cufflinks. This model was featured in several publications of the time, above it is in an "Casa Jardim...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Carlo Hauner for Móveis Artesanal. Mid-Century Modern Armchair w/ Iron Structure
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Extremely rare armchair with an iron structure and molded upholstery, extremely comfortable. This chair is a good example of how avant-garde furniture design could be in the mid- 195...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Fabric, Michel Arnoult, 1960s
By Michel Arnoult
Located in New York, NY
Available today this Brazilian Modern Armchairs made in Hardwood & Fabric desgned by Michel Arnoult, 1960s are nothing less than spectacular!
They were designed in the 1960’s and ar...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Nylon, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Steel, Leather & Wood Unknown, 1960s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Available today, these Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Steel, Leather & Wood Unknown, 1960s, Brazil are gorgeous.
The frame of these chairs is made with steel and the seat and backre...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, walnut, fabric, cane, Brazil, 1950s.
The style of these Brazilian armchairs is simple and understated, where clear, fluent lines are allowed to emerge in the ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Walnut
Set of two garden armchairs, by Carlo Hauner. and Martin Eisler. Brazil, 1950s.
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of outdoor armchairs designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, manufactured by Forma S/A in Brazil in the earlies 1950. The structure is made of solid steel, the ergonomic she...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Grete Jalk Armchair with Ottoman in Caviuna Wood & Beige Fabric, Rino Levi, 1960
By Rino Levi
Located in New York, NY
Immediately available with domestic complementary shipping in NYC metro area
Introduce a touch of sophistication to your living space with this exceptional armchair and ottoman set,...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Hardwood
Pair of MP-97 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer, Midcentury, Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-97 lounge chairs by Percival Lafer comprises a solid wood structure with a single piece of a loose foam se...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Cedar
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner "Costela" Lounge Chair, Brazil, 1953
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
The Costela armchair is an iconic Brazilian Mid-Century Modern piece. It was designed by Martin Eisler (1913 - 1977) in 1953 and manufactured by the companies Móveis Artesanal and Fo...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
José Zanine Caldas. Moveis Z armchair, c. 1950. Plywood Naval and curvin wedge.
By Mòveis Artisticos Z, José Zanine Caldas
Located in PARIS, FR
This plywood and imitation leather chair is a testimony to the creativity of José Zanine Caldas in the 1950s.
The choice of plywood that he particularly likes during this decade all...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Pair of Manhattan Armchairs by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Manhattan is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1960 and produced by his company, L'atelier. The piece is made of a wood s...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Faux Leather
Carlo Hauner, Armchair, 1950's, Caviuna Wood and Blue Cotton
By Carlo Hauner
Located in PARIS, FR
A typical piece of Carlo Hauner's design from the 1950s, this armchair rests on four conical legs, known in Brazilian as "Pè palito". The wide, curved backrest gives it depth while t...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Tubular Armchair by Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto, Brazil, 1970s
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Brasília, BR
Tubular armchair designed by Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto in the 70s.
Made from black lacquered metal.
This is the perfect piece for a collector. The cushions are original. They bea...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin, L'atelier, MidCentury, Brazil
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
This pair of armchairs had the wood completely restored and the upholstery redone.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
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...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Straw, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 dining chairs by Fatima Arquitetura, 1960s
By Fatima Architects
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 dining chairs by Fatima Arquitetura, 1960s
Set of six beautiful high-backed dining chairs in solid wood with cane seats and backs, finished with turned w...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
MP-97 Midcentury Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-97 lounge chairs by Percival Lafer comprises a solid wood structure with a single piece of a loose foam seat. Its unique design and construction make this an authentic statement piece.
These pieces are unrestored and will receive wood treatment and new upholsteries according to the customer's taste. The cushions are in very good condition, with the extremely comfortable injectable foam.
Móveis Lafer...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Cedar
Vintage MP-97 Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer, 1970s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-97 lounge chairs by Percival Lafer comprises a solid wood structure with a single piece of a loose foam se...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Cedar
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs in Hardwood & Bouclé, Fatima, c. 1960
By Moveis Fatima
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NYC, including free domestic shipping, this Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs in Hardwood & Bouclé designed by Fatima is nothing less than a beauty!
Introducing a pair of cozy armchairs expertly crafted by Fatima during the 1960s, boasting a sturdy structure made from Brazilian Rosewood, commonly known as Jacaranda, and elegantly upholstered in a sophisticated off white boucle. The arms and legs of these armchairs are exquisitely sculpted, enhancing their overall aesthetic appeal. The deep color of the Rosewood further accentuates the shape of each armchair, while the wood itself has been skillfully refinished. Additionally, the upholstery has been recently replaced, ensuring a fresh and new look. The matching sofa, designated as lot 550, is available for purchase separately (Sofa can be seeing in images).
A beautiful set like this could fit into any environment, from mid-century modern, modern, contemporary, eclectic and even farmhouse.
Attached vintage press featuring the elegant set.
About the designer:
FAI, also known as Fatima Arquitetura Interiores, was founded in 1960 by architects Guilherme Nunes and Sávio Visconti in Rio de Janeiro. The company aimed to bring together architecture, decoration, and art, providing a gallery space for artistic expressions related to architecture.
Additionally, Sávio and Guilherme aimed to push the boundaries of the local scene by organizing furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
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Hardwood, Bouclé
Rare Percival Lafer Chair in Dark Brown Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous, rare Percival Lafer armchair made by Lafer S.A. in Sao Paolo, Brazil in dark chocolate brown leather. The front feet are rounded leather and the back legs are wheels, which...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Jorge Zalszupin Presidencial Armchairs
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Beautiful pair of iconic Presidencial lounge armchairs by Brazilian design master Jorge Zalszupin. Produced in the 1960's, these uniquely ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Jangada Rosewood & Leather Sling Chair with Ottoman by Jean Gillon
By Sergio Rodrigues, Jean Gillon, Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This Jean Gillon Jangada armchair and ottoman were completely disassembled and each piece of rosewood was stripped, sanded and refinished in multiple coats of hand-buffed finishing o...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Rope
Mid-Century Modern Armchair by Brazilian Designer, 1970s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Armchair by Brazilian Designer, 1970s
Armchair with solid wood legs, made by an unattributed Brazilian designer, circa 1970.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
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Fabric, Wood
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
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Velvet, Rosewood
Lounge Chair by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
These lounge chairs by Giuseppe Scapinelli are a stunning example of Brazilian mid-century modern design. Created in the 60s, the chairs are a testament to Scapinelli's singular styl...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of 'N' Lounge Chairs, by Zanine Caldas, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "N" armchairs by Zanine Caldas stand as quintessential artifacts of mid-20th century modern Brazilian design, each piece retaining its original upholstery. These chairs are a tes...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Plywood, Leather
Pair of Armchairs in Hardwood and Fabric by Celina, c. 1960, Brazil
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NYC with domestic free shipping included, these pair of Armchairs in Hardwood and Fabric by Celina, made in the 60s is nothing less than spectacular!
These Brazil...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
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 with Wood, Leather and Steel, by Carlo Fongaro, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Carlo Fongaro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This armchair designed by Carlo Fongaro is an exemplary piece of mid-20th-century Brazilian furniture design. The chair combines the use of wood and leather, materials commonly used in Brazilian furniture from that era, known for their durability and aesthetic appeal. The armchair has a distinctive modernist style, featuring sleek lines and an organic form that cradles the body. The wooden frame forms the armrests and a supporting back panel that provides structural integrity and visual warmth.
The chair is upholstered in high-quality leather, giving it its rich color and texture, while the cushions are tufted, which is not only a design feature but also serves to keep the padding in place, ensuring long-term comfort and durability.
The metal legs of the chair are slender and made of steel, a choice that reflects the era's fascination with new industrial materials and techniques. The use of metal gives the chair a lightweight appearance and complements the natural materials.
Carlo Fongaro's designs are not as widely recognized internationally as some of his Brazilian contemporaries like Oscar Niemeyer or the duo of Lina Bo Bardi and Giancarlo Palanti, but his work is appreciated for its craftsmanship and design within the canon of Brazilian modernist furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of “Leve” armchairs in hardwood & leather by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1942, Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NYC with free domestic shipping, these one a kind pair of “Leve” armchairs in hardwood and leather by Joaquim Tenreiro, c. 1942are nothing less than spectacular, c...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
'Concha' Lounge Chair, by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "Concha" armchair, designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, is a hallmark of mid-century Brazilian furniture design. This chair is recognized for its elegant and organic form,...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Dinamarquesa Chair, Carlo Fongaro, Brazilian Modern, 1970s. Single Piece
By Carlo Fongaro
Located in New York, NY
Single Dinamarquesa chair, designed by Italian-born architect Carlo Fongaro (1915-1986) and produced by Probjeto, who signed one of the most popular lines of modern Brazilian furnitu...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Geometric "S1" Lounge Chair, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The S1 lounge chair is a distinctive example of the work of Brazilian designer Percival Lafer, who is celebrated for his innovative use of local materials and modern design principles that characterized Brazilian furniture design in the mid-20th century.
Lafer's designs are often recognized for their combination of traditional and contemporary elements. The armchairs presented here, with their clear modernist lines and rich wooden frames, typify this blend. The wood, native Brazilian hardwood, is dark and lustrous, giving the chairs a solid and grounded appearance. The frames showcase the beauty of the wood grain, a signature element in Lafer's work, reflecting his appreciation for natural materials and their aesthetic qualities.
The chairs are upholstered in fabric, which provides a stark contrast to the smoothness of the wood. This choice of upholstery not only adds a textural contrast but also a level of comfort and luxury to the design, suggesting a softness and warmth that invites relaxation and leisure, characteristics valued in Lafer's seating designs.
The chairs' structure, with open sides and a low-slung profile, speaks to Lafer's understanding of ergonomic design, ensuring that the sitter is supported yet enveloped by the chairs' form. The horizontal slats along the base add both structural support and an element of visual interest, aligning with the mid-century modern ethos of form following function.
In essence, these lounge chairs reflect Percival Lafer's commitment to design that is at once modern, comfortable, and deeply connected to the materials and cultural context of Brazil.
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid Century Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Fabric Att. to Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this Mid Century Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Fabric attributed to Jorge Zalszupin are nothing less than spectacular.
This pair was designed in the sixties and fea...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Geraldo de Barros Lounge Chair in Iron and Yellow Upholstery
By Unilabor, Geraldo de Barros
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Geraldo de Barros for Unilabor, armchair, fabric, iron, wood, Brazil, 1955
Crafted by the Brazilian modernist designer Geraldo de Barros, this lounge chair showcases the typical mat...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Jorge Zalszupin Dinamarquesa Pair of Armchairs
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Jorge Zalszupin, a renowned Brazilian designer, left an indelible mark on the world of furniture with his distinctive style, characterized by a harmonious fusion of organic shapes an...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of armchairs in grey fabric, by Carlo Hauner, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
In the domain of furniture design, few movements capture the zeitgeist of their era as succinctly as the Brazilian mid-century modern style, a testament to the innovative spirit of d...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel
Brazilian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Dark Laminated Wood by Móveis Cimo
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Móveis Cimo, pair of lounge chairs, laminated wood, Brazil, 1940s
Well-sculpted Brazilian lounge chairs that deserve a prominent place in one's interior. The construction is based o...
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1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Plywood
Mid-Century Modern "Jardim" Armchair by Aída Boal, Brazil, 1990s
By Aída Boal
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
"Jardim" armchair by Aída Boal in solid wood, manufactured around 1990s.
Purchased directly from the designer's family's personal collection.
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1990s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Wood
JORGE ZALSZUPIN - Ouro Preto Armchair, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
Jorge Zalszupin, a Polish-born architect and designer, played a significant role in the Brazilian Modernist movement during the mid-20th century. His innovative approach to design, c...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood and Boucle, Giuseppe Scapinelli, c. 1950
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today in NY, this Brazilian Modern Pair of Armchairs in Caviuna Wood & Boucle by Giuseppe Scapinelli, are stunning!
The frames of this chair is made with Caviuna hardwood ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Hardwood
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