South American Armchairs

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 ...

We have a pair of chairs with armrests made in solid wood by Cantù Móveis e Interiores Ltda, in the 1960s, Brasil. Architects Jorge Jabour Mauad and Osires Cunha Meale were responsi...

Vintage Brazilian Costela chair, a very popular design mimicking ribs of which Costello means in Portuguese. Has the original label attached.

Available today, this one-of-a-kind Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Beige Leather by Bureau Moveis in the sixties are nothing less than gorgeous! The armchairs feature a wo...

Model “201” armchair designed and produced by “Móveis Cimo” in 1940s, made of plywood and solid “imbuia” wood. Very strong and comfortable chair.

“Drummond” Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1959 (Set of 2) Designed in 1959 by the acclaimed Brazilian architect and designer Sergio Rodrigues (1927–2014),...

This armchair is a rare version of Concha, one of the most iconic pieces designed by Martin Eisler (1913-1977), with a single seat and backrests made with braided leather strips. ...

Pair of “Franco” Lounge Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues – Icons of Modern Brazilian Design (1963) We are pleased to offer an original pair of the iconic “Franco” lounge chairs, designed ...

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...

Classic armchair designed and produced by “Móveis Cimo” in 1940s, made of solid “imbuia” wood, curved “imbuia” plywood and brass details. Very strong and c...

Striking pair of armchairs designed and made by Lice de Artes e Oficios, Brazil 1960. These lounge chairs made by Liceu de Artes e Officios have a beautiful patina and are in a very ...

The Vino armchair is an exclusive piece, created from leftover premium wood from other projects. With a design that combines softness and clean lines, it elegantly explores the flexi...

The “Astral” armchair is Lattoog's latest release for Empório das Cadeiras and is the youngest of a family of furniture affectionately baptized by the designers of Série Viralatas. two pieces of furniture, in general modernist classics, are fused (or syncretized) to result in a third design of an original piece of furniture, completely different from the others, but with a strong “genetic load” of its generative matrices. A concept invented by Lattoog in 2005 that has been a great influence for designers from Brazil and abroad as well. Here, strong but subtle references to Brazilian roots and culture are presented: Miscegenation, syncretism and “viralism”. Astral is born from the fusion of the shapes of the Tank armchair...

The Jasmine armchair has feminine and sophisticate shapes. It's delicate and practical by the rotating movement. Jasmine armchair has sinuous lines, translating the essence of well-...

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...

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...

The Arco armchair by Sergio Rodrigues is a mid-century modern design from the 1960s. It features a rosewood frame, with a upholsthered seat and backrest. This beautiful piece creates...

This armchair is a gorgeous version of Concha, one of the most iconic pieces designed by Martin Eisler (1913-1977), with a single seat and backrests made with wicker. "Concha" is ...

Previously Restored

Pair of armchairs designed by very important Brazilian Modernist figure Geraldo De Barros who was an artist and furniture designer. These utilitarian chairs are not only beautiful, ...

JOSE ZANINE DE CALDAS (1919-2001). Pair of armchairs model “H.” Manufactured by Moveis Artísticos Z. Brazil, 1949. Marine plywood, fabric upholstery. Measuremenents 58 cm x 50 cm x 80 H cm. Literature: Habitat, nº9, Sao Paulo 1952. José Zanine Caldas (Belmonte, Bahia, 1918 - Vitória, Espírito Santo, 2001) was an architect and designer. Caldas stands out on the national architecture in Brazil for his exploration of the constructive qualities of Brazilian woods, defining his work with a warm rustic ambience, working on both high-end residential projects and also popular constructions. Never actually training as an architect, he starting working in the 1940s as a designer at Severo & Villares and as a member of the National Artistic Historical Heritage Service (Sphan). He opens a maquet studio in Rio de Janeiro, where he worked between 1941 and 1948, and, at the suggestion of Oswaldo Bratke (1907-1997), moved the studio to São Paulo, from 1949 to 1955. The studio served important modern architects of the two cities, and was responsible for most of the models presented in the book Modern Architecture in Brazil, 1956, by Henrique E. Mindlin (1911-1971).. During the 1940s, he also began developing and researching at the Institute of Technological Research of the University of São Paulo (IPT/USP), and was first introduced to plywood. In 1949, he founded the Fábrica Móveis Artísticos Z, with the objective of producing large-scale industrialized furniture, good quaility and afforable, the furniture was to be materialized using plywood sheets. This method minimized material waste and the need for artisan skills, as the parts were mechanically produced and the use of labor was only needed for the assembling of the furniture. His time at Móveis Artísticos Z, in 1953 was rather short lived and left the company in 1953 and instead worked on landscape projects until 1958 in São Paulo, when he moved to Brasília, where he built his first house, also in 1958, and coordinated the construction of others until 1964. Appointed by Rocha Miranda to Darcy Ribeiro (1922-1997), he joined the University of Brasília (UnB) in 1962 and taught modeling classes until 1964, when he lost his position due to the military coup. He set off and travelled through Latin America and Africa, an experience that had a remarkable effect on his work. On return to Brazil he built his second house, the first of a series of projects in the Joatinga region of Rio de Janeiro. In 1968, he moved to Nova Viçosa, Bahia, and opened a workshop, which ran up until 1980. His experience in the Bahian city was shaped by his renewed love and contact with nature, and he began working closely with environmentalists. In one of these collaborations, he participated in the project of an environmental reserve with the artist Frans Krajcberg (1921-2017) for whom he also designed a studio in 1971. The furniture he designed during this period, is reflective of his ecological sensitivity, his works were constructed with crude logs of wood, whose twisted lines inspire his drawings. It is also in Nova Viçosa that the architect builds the Casa dos Triângulos (1970) and casa da Beira do Rio (1970), in which he adopted a very artisanal construction system with typical woods of the region. According to the historian and architecture critic Roberto Conduru, Caldas' performance was relevant for the diffusion of environmental values in architectural projects: a "taste for the alternative and the rustic was disseminated throughout the Brazilian territory [...], encouraged by environmental preservation campaigns, by the wear and tear of the current models in reinforced concrete and by the re-emergence of the regionalist ideal in the international panorama"1. Between 1970 and 1978, he kept an office in Rio de Janeiro, where he returned in 1982. In 1975, the filmmaker Antonio Carlos da Fontoura made the film Arquitetura de Morar, about the houses of Joatinga, with a soundtrack by Tom Jobim (1927-1993), for whom Caldas designed a house. Two years later, the architect's work was exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art of Rio de Janeiro (MAM/RJ), at the São Paulo Museum of Art Assis Chateaubriand (Masp) in Belo Horizonte, and the following year at Solar do Unhão, in Salvador. Between 1980 and 1982 The Helium House Olga Jr was designed and built in São Paulo. Caldas outlined the plans for the construction sourcing the all the wood, the actual assembly of the house was carried out by the owner. The house, is defined by wooden structure that stands out from the fence walls, the clay tile roof of wide eaves and the demolition materials that give the building the feeling of rusticity, warmth and nostalgia. The house was similar to those built in the 1970s for Eurico Ficher and Pedro Valente, in Joatinga. In 1983, Calders founded the Center for the Development of Applications of The Woods of Brazil (DAM), and gave it to UnB in 1985. During this period, he proposed the creation of the Escola do Fazer, a teaching center focused on the use of wood for the construction of houses, furniture and utilitarian objects for the low-income population. Despite the fact that much of Calders early work was centered around building houses for the elite, in the 1980s the designer dedicates himself the DAM where he rigorously researches popular housing based on artisan construction processes and whereby the users participate in the construction process. At the Brasília unit, he developed prototypes of popular houses with eucalyptus logs as a structure and sealing in soil-cement, betting on an ideal of self-construction already tested at Casa do Nilo, in São Gonçalo, Rio de Janeiro. From that moment on, as occurred with his the furniture designs, Caldas adopts the use of crude wood logs rolled...

Developed for both outdoor and indoor areas, this armchair refers directly to a sport with great cultural identification with Brazil: surf. The first piece produced in order to present the concept had the backrest and chair seat shaped manually in expanded polyurethane, the same used in the manufacture of surfboards. Now, in the official release for the market as serial pieces, we offer both chair and armchair in two versions: upholstered or wooden chair seat.

A pice is delicate and practical. The Jasmin armchair has sinuous lines, translating the essence of well-being and wellness to the piece. It has 4 feet in natural wood swivel that ma...

Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos Brasil, 1954 Measurements 86 cm x 76 cm x 83 H cm 34 in x 30 in x 32.5 H in Provenance Private collection...

Peruvian hand carved reproduction of a French found antique. Dark stained wood frame, very sturdy and substantial. Leather sling seat and back with large nailhead detailing on leathe...

Martin Eisler (1913-1977) & Carlos Hauner (1927-1997) Pair of armchairs Manufactured by Forma Moveis Brazil, 1955 Caviuna wood legs, velvet and cotton upholstery Measurements: 77 cm x 77 cm x 72 H cm. 30.3 in x 30.3 in x 28.3 H in. Literature: Casa & Jardim, 1956. Nº 92 Details: Belonging to a three pieces set of sofa and two armchairs.

This beautiful pair of solid Imbuia (Brazilian Walnut) armchairs were manufactured in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Casulo, and the authorship is still unidentified by our team....

Pair of armchairs, 1954 Lacquered wood, fabric upholstery 66 x 64 x 78h cm 26 x 25.19 x 30.7h in

Pair of Lounge chairs in Wood and Fabric, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, 1960's, Brazilian mid-century design This beautiful pair of armchairs was made of Brazilian hardwood in the 60s...

This armchair is made of solid Brazilian Rosewood, with new upholstery in gorgeous suede leather. The armrests have a rectangular design with a back of vertical slats. This model features a delicate and still well-constructed use of this precious wood, which became very scarce with the passage of the years. This piece received new upholstery in soft nubuck leather, but its structure in solid Rosewood remais in original condition. Based in Rio de Janeiro, the Celina Decorações factory imposed high-quality standards, maintaining handcrafted characteristics. The company was created in 1951 when Munis Zilberberg takes over the family business - a small upholstery workshop that worked on refurbishing sofa beds and antique furniture. The name is a tribute to her mother, Celina Zilberberg...

Armchair with structure in solid wood and upholstered fiberglass. Armchair + stool The “Astral” armchair is Lattoog's latest release for Empório das Cadeiras and is the youngest ...

A teak wood Mince armchair designed by Larissa Batista for Uultis, featuring a light beige Faded White Plain Weave fabric and a firm comfort level. *Ple...

This pair of charming armchairs made around 1960 were part of the furniture of the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, inaugurated on the first official anniver...

Introduce a touch of sophistication to your living space with this exceptional armchair, designed by renowned architect Rino Levi. Crafted in Brazil during the 1960s by Móveis Ambien...

A rare pair of inlaid chairs by Enriqué Garcel, covered in their original grey leather upholstery, circa 1980. Like his contemporaries Karl Springer and Ron Seff, Enrique Garcel exce...

Armchair "Ouro Preto" Manufactured by Mobília Contemporãnea The Ouro Preto armchair is an important example of Michel Arnoult genius as a designer: Si...

From a garden hose of 200 meters continuous, with one end of a faucet and the other a splash, the studio reinforces the discussion around the conscious use...

"Liame" Armchair Upholstered in Linen with Four Golden Mate Feet, has an elegant and versatile design. Easy to match, transitions into many interior decor styles. Its finishes are i...

Carlos Hauner & Martin Eisler Pair of armchairs Manufactured by Forma Moveis Brazil, 1955 Caviuna wood legs, velvet and cotton upholstery Measurements: 77 cm x 77 cm x 72 H cm. 30.3 in x 30.3 in x 28.3 H in. Literature: Casa & Jardim, 1956. Nº 92 Bio: Beside Carlos Hauner, Martin Eisler (1913­-1977) was the founder for the iconic Brazilian furniture company Forma. He was born in Vienna, Austria, and studied architecture in his country. In 1938 he moved to Buenos Aires. After meeting Carlos Hauner in Brazil, he started traveling there frequently to collaborate on designs and, they founded Forma to sell their own designs as well as pieces licensed from Knoll International. Eisler also opened Forma in Buenos Aires, along with partners Arnold Hakel and Susi Aczel...

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, indicative of the innovative design spirit of the 1950s and 1960s. Martin Eisler (1913-1977) was an Austrian-born architect and designer who emigrated to Argentina and later worked in Brazil. Carlo Hauner (1927-1996), an Italian-born artist, designer, and entrepreneur, moved to Brazil after World War II. Together, they formed a partnership and played a significant role in the development of modern furniture design in Brazil, creating pieces that were both aesthetically pleasing and functional. Their work is characterized by the use of local materials, and the "Concha" armchair is no exception. It typically features a metal frame with slender, tapered legs that support a seat shell with a distinctive scoop-like shape, reminiscent of a seashell ("concha" means "shell" in Portuguese). The upholstery showcases the richness of Brazilian textiles...

This stunning armchair was produced by the Brazilian Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s, a company directed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler. The piece is made of an iron structure and upholstered seats and backrests. This singular design consists of upholstered geometrical backs and armrests with shapes that embrace the body. Indeed, a very comfortable and elegant piece. Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte was one of the pioneer companies and manufactured a few icons of Brazilian design history, such as the Costela Armchair designed by Eisler and the iconic chair that illustrates Móveis Artesanal's logotype designed by Hauner. The piece is in its original condition. Restoration...

A Bella armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with graphite metallic finish and dark blue upholstery. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Bella armchair is a...

Developed for both outdoor and indoor areas, this armchair refers directly to a sport with great cultural identification with Brazil: surf. The first piece produced in order to present the concept had the backrest and chair seat shaped manually in expanded polyurethane, the same used in the manufacture of surfboards. Now, in the official release for the market as serial pieces, we offer both chair and armchair in two versions: upholstered or wooden chair seat.

Contemporary armchair made with reclaimed exotic tropical hardwood. The seat is upholstered with linen. Some of the featured details are the 'live edge' of the armchair's backrest w...

A minimalist design combining structure and aesthetic. Canela armchair with its mid-century modern and Scandinavian influences makes an elegant addition to any environment be it a living room, bedroom or reading area. The complex joinery is rendered timeless & contemporary by its delicate lines. Striking from all angles, in particular from behind where the copper components contrast against the natural wood tone. The wide comfortable cushion allows for various seating positions. Handmade from Cumaru or Freijó with copper supports and cotton upholstery. Knót Artesanal...

One of the project assumptions for this chair was the intense formal dialogue between different materials like wood and fabric. The designers came to a trace that fluidly and continu...

Pair of Moleca armchair made in jacaranda and leather. Both wood and leather have beautiful time patina. The leather condition is very good. The wood structure is in perfect condit...

This fabulous armchair was designed by Martin Eisler and manufactured by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in 1955. The piece is composed of an iron structure with brass tips and t...

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...

The Simone Chair’s gently sloping sides and back allude to forms from early 20th century, Art Deco style. Shown in Argentine Rosewood finish and but available in various finishes and...

Limited Edition contemporary armchair made in tropical exotic "cabreúva vermelha" reclaimed hardwood. Upholstered seat, ottoman and head cushion are covered in linen or bouclè. The b...

Designed by Rino Levi, the pair of armchairs its made of caviuna wood, a type of Jacaranda Rosewood. The chair has a unique manufacturing stamp and recently upholstered in Fine white...

The M1 armchair was designed in 1953 by Carlos Milan and produced by Branco & Preto, an architecture and design firm that opened in 1952 in São Paulo. Branco & Preto was one of Br...

The research of Cross Cultural Chairs in Brazil, was conducted in Rio de Janeiro where Matteo Guarnaccia together with Brunno Jahara and designer Dimitrih Correa. This was the first ...

This furniture was designed following extensive research, experimentation and the study of ergonomics. The structure contrasts with the Fine lattice of the backrest and the seating. ...

18th century Peruvian "frailero" wooden chair with stretched leather seat and back.

Developed for both outdoor and indoor areas, this armchair refers directly to a sport with great cultural identification with Brazil: surf. The first piece produced in order to present the concept had the backrest and chair seat shaped manually in expanded polyurethane, the same used in the manufacture of surfboards. Now, in the official release for the market as serial pieces, we offer both chair and armchair in two versions: upholstered or wooden chair seat.

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...