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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 NiemeyerSergio Rodrigues and José Zanine Caldas as well as such European immigrants as Joaquim TenreiroJean 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 rosewoodjacaranda 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 chairssofastables and more.

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Place of Origin: Brazilian
Mid-Century Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-century bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s Structured in wood with a plywood top, this versatile piece by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios can be used either as a low tabl...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Wood, Plywood

Volpi bench in natural wood and fabric seat
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
The simple yet striking and delicate geometry of the Volpi Bench was inspired by the little flags eternalized by the work of master painter Alfredo Volpi. Made from mdf with natural ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Benches

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Wood, Fabric

Brazilian Designer, Bench, Árvore, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid Árvore wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Some splitting wood present on top and minor separation where the legs meet the seat. Dimensions: 16.25” H x 48...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Contemporary Wood Bench, Handwoven Upholstery, the "Trama" CRU
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Trama collection was created around the concept of tress. Started in 2014 today it has a variety of pieces with different typologies . Trama Benches a...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Linen, Hardwood

Contemporary Wood Bench, Handwoven Upholstery, the "Trama", Grey
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Trama collection was created around the concept of tress. Started in 2014 today it has a variety of pieces with different typologies . Trama Benches a...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Linen, Hardwood

Geraldo de Barros, Bench, Wood, Metal, Brazil, 1970s
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in High Point, NC
A slatted wood bench designed by Geraldo de Barros and produced by Hobjeto, Brazil, c. 1970s. Light scratching and discoloration on top. Dimensions: 12.75” H x 78” W x 22.65” D 10...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Slatted Bench from Forma Manufacture, Brazil, 1970s
By Forma
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Slatted bench produced in Brazil in the 1970s by Forma Manufacture. This beautiful piece's seating is composed of regularly arranged solid Brazilian hardwood slats, finished with n...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Wood

"Elsa" bench in natural wood, fabric seat and painted steel base
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
The "Elsa" bench pays homage to the Italian "Elsa Peretti", acclaimed jewelry designer and model who for 50 years has inspired countless women through her design, leaving an unforget...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Benches

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Steel

Bis Bench with removable upholstery seat
Located in República, SP
Bis bench is drawn with a single trace gesture. It has one seat and one support surface, that are differentiated by the curve and the straight line, making the functionality of the ...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Metal

Tiquara Bench in Pequi Wood by Hugo França
Located in Geneve, CH
Tiquara Bench in Pequi Wood by Hugo França Dimensions: D 73,7 x W 490 x H 78 cm. Materials: Pequi wood. Dimensions may vary. Please contact us. Atelier Hugo França's principle is...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Solida Bench, by Rain, Contemporary Bench, Solid Garapá Wood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Sólida series’ main characteristic is the synthetic character of its design contrasted with the use of a natural material. Each piece in the collection is composed of two or thre...
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2010s International Style Brazilian Benches

Materials

Wood

Mucki Bench by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Antwerp, BE
Originally designed circa 1958 and produced around 1965 by OCA Industrias Reunidas, the Mucki Bench by Sergio Rodrigues is a rare and versatile piece crafted in massive Brazilian woo...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Paratinga Bench in Pequi Wood by Hugo França
Located in Geneve, CH
Paratinga Bench in Pequi Wood by Hugo França Dimensions: D 220 x W 550,4 x H 130 cm. Materials: Pequi wood. Dimensions may vary. Please contact us. Atelier Hugo França's principle...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Jorge Zalszupin Oxford sofa l'Atelier Brazil 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice so called 'Oxford' sofa designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company l'Atelier, Brazil 1970. These chairs are made with a chrome-plated tubular structure...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Chrome

Brazilian Rosewood and Cane Bench
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Oakland, CA
Bench crafted of dark figured solid Brazilian rosewood and handwoven cane in manner of Joaquim Tenreiro. Bench is in excellent condition with minor signs of age and use. Measurements...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Cane, Rosewood

Sergio Rodrigues Eleh Jacaronda Coffee Table or Bench, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sergio Rodrigues Eleh Jacaronda coffee table or bench, Brazil, 1965. "Eleh" model from the "Arcos" series, Made by Oca, Brazil, 1965. Jacaranda (Brazili...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Jacaranda

Sérgio Rodrigues, Magrini Stool, 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Sergio Rodrigues, known for his iconic contributions to Brazilian furniture design, created the Magrini stool in 1963 as a testament to his incomparable craftsmanship. The Magrini St...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Hardwood

Bis Bench
Located in República, SP
Bis bench is drawn with a single trace gesture. It has two seats and one support surface, that are differentiated by the curve and the straight line, making the functionality of the...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Metal

Bis Bench
Bis Bench
$1,430 / item
Tramawood 22 Bench by Humberto da Mata
Located in Geneve, CH
Tramawood 22 bench by Humberto da Mata Dimensions: L 170 x W 45 x H 45 cm Materials: Solid Freijó structure, foam, plywood and w...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Benches

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Foam, Wood, Plywood

Tião, Minimalist Shoe Bench with Storage, Brazilian Contemporary, by Danilo Vale
By danilo vale Design
Located in Brasilia, Distrito Federal
Inspired by the construction rebar columns used in buildings, the Tião product family beholds a strong relation with the Industrial style through its exposed metal frames contrasting...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Benches

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Steel

"Construction" Minimalist Bench in Natural Solid Wood and Painted Steel
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
The design Construction bench is inspired in the improvised structures used in non-professional constructions such as scaffolding made of reclaimed ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Benches

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Steel

Slatted Bench by Móveis Ambiente, Brazil, 1965
By Moveis Ambiente
Located in Antwerp, BE
This slatted bench in Jacaranda wood, crafted circa 1965 by Móveis Ambiente, is a standout example of Brazilian modernist design. Its origin is documented in the June 1965 issue of C...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Bis Bench with upholstery seats
Located in República, SP
Bis bench is drawn with a single trace gesture. It has two seats and one support surface, that are differentiated by the curve and the straight line, making the functionality of the...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Metal

'Arca' Mid-Century Modern Shoe Rack in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Arca shoe rack/bench is made up of thin slats of wood which encircle the piece supporting the main body and creating a sensation of movement. The slats permit constant ventilation wh...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Benches

Materials

Wood

Single-Seat Bench in Walnut Finish with Off White Sheepskin Fabric, Wave Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Wave single-seat bench designed by Larissa Batista for Uultis in walnut finish with off-white sheepskin fabric. The Wave bench, designed with meticulous care, blends vintage-inspi...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Upholstery, Fabric, Teak

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Rosewood Bench or Low Table, Brazil, 1950s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Bench or Low Table Rosewood, 1950s
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1950s Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Hardwood

Cariango Bench in Baraúna Wood by Hugo França
Located in Geneve, CH
Cariango Bench in Baraúna Wood by Hugo França Dimensions: D 220 x W 54,6 x H 124 cm. Materials: Baraúna wood. Dimensions may vary. Please contact us. Atelier Hugo França's princip...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches

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Wood

NU Stool
Located in Gamboa, RJ
Stool made from crushed recycled ceramic brick, with glass and Beige Bahia marble aggregates. Recycled cast aluminum top with a polished finish. Can be used outdoors. - NU is a co...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

Materials

Terrazzo

NU Stool
NU Stool
$780 / item
Black Matte and Gray Fabric Four-Seater Trapézio Bench - Geometric Design
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Trapézio bench, designed by Studio + A! for Uultis, features a striking trapezoid geometric shape that brings a sense of stability and balance to any space. Crafted with a sleek ...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Benches

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Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

Percival Lafer MP-123 Modular Bench in Brazilian Rosewood
By Percival Lafer
Located in Toronto, Ontario
One of Percival Lafer's most desirable pieces. A MP-123 Modular seating unit. This example in brazilian rosewood with original leather and polished stainless steel . Seating ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Stainless Steel

Contemporary Bench with Handwoven B&W Upholstery
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Cloud collection was created around the concept of tress. These contemporary styled benches and stools are made with cotton fabric and foam stripe...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Fabric

Vintage Brazilian Sofa in Rattan
Located in Milano, IT
This original vintage sofa in wood and rattan is of fine Brazilian manufacture. The structure is very particular with the front legs, characterized by rigid lines and sharp curves, that rise to become the armrests. The rear legs are attached to the front ones forming a softer arch in contrast with the rigidity of the armrest. The structure is elegant but minimal: the backrest is attached only to the seat and to the armrest, without compromising the stability. The two seats and backrests are made of woven rattan to form geometrical designs and separated by a wooden component. This elegant and original vintage sofa would be ideal to furnish vintage...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Rattan, Wood

Vintage Brazilian Sofa in Rattan
Vintage Brazilian Sofa in Rattan
$6,261 Sale Price
20% Off
Jean Gillon bench with magazine rack Italma Brazil 1965
By Jean Gillon
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare 'banco revisteiro’ designed by Jean Gillon and manufactured by Italma Woodart in Brazil in 1965. Beautiful slat bench made from solid rosewood with its red/brown warm ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Cowhide, Rosewood

Joaquim Tenreiro Two Seats Bench, Brasil, 1958
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Joaquim Tenreiro Two seats bench Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos Brasil, 1958 Jacaranda wood, cane From the archives of Side Gallery, Barcelona Measurements 1...
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1950s Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Cane, Jacaranda

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bench in Hardwood, c. 1960’s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bench in Hardwood, c. 1960’s, is nothing less than gorgeous! This bench is c...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Hardwood

"Nacional" Bench, by Ronald Sasson, 2022, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Ronald Sasson
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Designed in 2022 by Ronald Sasson, the outstanding "Nacional" bench was conceived as a 01/05 limited series. The creation and conception of the lines ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Contemporary "Bullet Proof" Bench by Brazilian designer Alê Jordão, Brazil 2017
By Alê Jordão
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
The 2017 "Bullet Proof" Bench by the contemporary Brazilian designer Alê Jordão is structured in welded steel and armoured glass, featuring the unique shots...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches

Materials

Steel

Curved Bench, Small, by RAIN, Contemporary Bench, Laminated Oak Wood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Curved Benches exploit the flexibility of wood to assimilate the curves of the body. Alluding to a fundamental building system, the benches form a trilitic structure, where two verti...
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2010s International Style Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Porto Bench, by RAIN, Contemporary Bench, Laminated Oak Wood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Porto low tables are composed of a circular top that seems to rest on a sturdy oblong base. Lightness and weight overlap creating a harmonic and unconventional monoblock. The unagreement between the geometry of the elements generates irregular pieces capable of evoking movement, as they elude the gaze, changing according to the viewing angle. The tables give continuity to the Porto collection, whose inspiration comes from the weight and scale...
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2010s International Style Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Horizon Bench by RAIN, Contemporary Bench, Solid Wood and Plywood, Limited
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This contemporary bench shows that perspective is a visual illusion that gives the notion of depth to an image. The Horizon bench has its shape drawn fro...
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2010s International Style Brazilian Benches

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Wood, Plywood

Contemporary Bench with Handwoven B&W Upholstery
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Cloud collection was created around the concept of tress. These contemporary styled benches and stools are made with cotton fabric and foam stripes, woven and stitched by hand. E...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Fabric

Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood by Jorge Jabour Mauad, 1960s
By Jorge Jabour
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern bench, designed by Jorge Jabour Mauad for Móveis Cantu in Brazil, is a showstopper! The bench is entirely made in Brazilian rosewood (also ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Eleh bench made by OCA Brazil 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Presenting a larger than usual version of the Eleh bench, a distinguished creation by the renowned designer Sergio Rodrigues, manufactured by Oca in Brazil in 1965. This versatile pi...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Rosewood

Elegant 19th-Century Brazilian Empire Bench - Settee - Recamier
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Elegant 19th-Century Brazilian Empire Bench with Cane Seat and Rare Provenance A refined and architectural 19th-century Brazilian bench, exquisitely crafted in solid tropical hardwoo...
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1850s Empire Antique Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Xingu Bench Brazilian Contemporary Design in Two Hardwoods
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
This contemporary bench in hardwood is an interpretation of functionality and technical refinement of fittings and handmade wood joints, the origin of the Xingu bench design. The co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Other Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Exquisite 19th Century Brazilian Colonial Settee — Rare Inlaid Hardwood Bench
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Exquisite 19th Century Brazilian Colonial Settee — Rare Inlaid Hardwood Bench with Cane Seat An exceptional example of Brazilian Colonial furniture from the early to mid-19th century...
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Late 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Antique Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Marina Bench by +55design – Unified Wood Form with Brass Detail
By Bruno de Carvalho
Located in Jardim America, SP
With a design rooted in structural clarity and minimalist precision, the Marina Bench by Bruno de Carvalho reimagines the bench form through the disciplined use of a single section p...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern CurvedBench by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for Forma, 1960s
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern CurvedBench by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for Forma, 1960s This curvaceous bench was done in a beautiful solid wood, and it has a natural finish that maintains ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Metal

Celina Decoracoes Rosewood Leather Bench with Storage
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid century rosewood ottoman/bench by Munis Zilberberg for Celina Decorações, Brazil. Crafted of Brazilian rosewood with a newly upholstered full-ani...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Leather, Rosewood

Banco Fronteira Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio
Located in Geneve, CH
Banco Fronteira Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio Dimensions: W 40 x D 190 x H 45 cm Materials: Recycled cardboard. Domingos Tótora born and raised in Maria da Fé, a city in the moun...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches

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Wood

Caviuna Wood Slatted Bench by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955, Midcentury
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner, Forma Brazil
Located in New York, NY
The powerful partnership between Carlo Hauner (1927-1996) and Martin Eisler (1913-1977) in the 1950s as Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte's creative directors resulted in many incr...
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1650s Mid-Century Modern Antique Brazilian Benches

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Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Mid Century Exotic Wood Bench or Coffee Table
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid Century bench consisting of ten planks of exotic Brazilian hardwoods raised on a solid wood frame and squared legs. Can be used as a bench, coffee table. Fully restored in a exce...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Rosewood

Bench by Rafael Triboli
Located in São Paulo, BR
Rafael Triboli’s new collection synthesizes the foundational aspects of his practice, bringing together techniques and resources that have long inhabited his repertoire, but now achi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Benches

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Bronze

Contemporary Búzios Bench by Guto Indio da Costa, Brazil, 2015
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
The Buzios Bench is a unique and elegant piece of furniture designed by Brazilian industrial designer Guto Indio da Costa. The bench draws its inspirati...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches

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Wood

'Tora' Bench in Solid Wood, by Zanini de Zanine, Contemporary Brazilian Design
By Zanini de Zanine
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Tora bench, designed by Zanini, is a fine example of contemporary design that celebrates the inherent beauty and form of natural materials. The bench is distinguished by its orga...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Benches

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Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood

Rosamaria Row Bench by +55design – Leather, Wood & Steel Craft Fusion
By Bruno de Carvalho
Located in Jardim America, SP
The Rosamaria Row Bench by Bruno de Carvalho is a striking testament to the designer’s ability to harmonize diverse materials with elegance and precision. In this sculptural seating ...
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2010s Brazilian Benches

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Steel

Brazilian Mid-Century Bench in Hardwood, Att. to Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960’s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
This bench is made with Brazilian rosewood (also known as jacaranda), and it has a stunning tone with natural wood grain. In addition, the wood has been refinished and is now in exce...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Hardwood

Mid Century Modern Bench in Hardwood, Unknown 1960’s
Located in New York, NY
This bench is entirely crafted from Brazilian rosewood, also known as jacaranda, renowned for its rich color and distinctive grain patterns that enhance its beauty. The legs are form...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches

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Hardwood

Rare Vintage Mucki Bench in Rosewood by Sergio Rodrigues, 1958, 80cm depth
By Oca
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
Crafted by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1958 and produced by Oca, the Mucki bench is a versatile and remarkable piece suitable for various settings, both indoors and outdoors. Th...
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1960s Vintage Brazilian Benches

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Rosewood

Outdoors bench, attributed to Jorge Zalszupin. Brazil, 1960s.
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outdoors bench, probably designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by l’Atelier in 1960s, made of fiber glass and plastic. The bench is perfect for outdoor garden area, with two seats...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

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