Large Ipe Wood Bench Modeled after the MTA Subway Bench, Brazil, c. 1970
Located in New York City, NY
Large Ipe wood bench modeled after the MTA subway bench. Made in Brazil circa 1970.
1970s Vintage Brazilian Benches
Ipe
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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Large Ipe Wood Bench Modeled after the MTA Subway Bench, Brazil, c. 1970
Located in New York City, NY
Large Ipe wood bench modeled after the MTA subway bench. Made in Brazil circa 1970.
Ipe
Oscar Bench by Alessandra Delgado, Solid Wood & Natural Straw
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
In creating the Oscar Bench, Alessandra Delgado drew inspiration from the work of master architect Oscar Niemeyer. The Oscar Bench is made of solid wood and, despite being very robus...
Wood, Straw
José Zanine Caldas, Bench, Mahogany, Brazil, 1980s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in High Point, NC
A curved mahogany bench designed and produced by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, c. 1980. Signed. Authenticity certified by Instituto José Zanine Ca...
Mahogany
Solid Brazilian Rosewood Bench / Coffee Table
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in Oakland, CA
Celina Decoracoes mid century bench consisting of rare, solid Brazilian rosewood planks, each with varying grain.
Rosewood
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1940s. In all original condition with lively wear and patina. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.2"H x 98.625"W x 19.85"D All...
Wood
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...
Linen, Hardwood
Rare Brazilian Modern Design - Percival Lafer MP-123 Modular Sofa Bench, 1973
By Percival Lafer, Lafer
Located in São Paulo, SP
Rare MP-123 modular sofa bench designed by Percival Lafer in Brazil in 1973. Originally conceived as a fully demountable modular seating system for corporate and reception spaces, th...
Stainless Steel
$1,153Sale Price / item|20% Off
Volpi Bench by Alessandra Delgado, Natural Wood & 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 ...
Wood, Fabric
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A small wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.0"H x 15.0"W x 23.25"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Wood
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1970s. In all original condition, likely previously used outdoors. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.0"H x 55.0"W x 10.8"D All items...
Wood
Jorge Zalszupin Onda Bench in Moulded Hardwood and Leather, Brazil, c.1970
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in Dublin, IE
Details Onda Bench by Jorge Zalszupin Moulded hardwood, steel frame and leather magazine rack Produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, circa 1970 Height 40 cm (15.7 in) Width 172 cm (67.7 ...
Metal
Contemporary "Xiloteca S-12" Slatted Bench by DJ Papagaio, Brazil, 2024
By DJ Papagaio
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary "Xiloteca S-12" Slatted Bench by DJ Papagaio, Brazil, 2024 Slatted bench made in different types of typical Brazilian wood.
Wood
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.7"H x 65.125"W x 23.5"D All items ship from High Point, N...
Wood
Vintage Onda Bench With Magazine Rack By Jorge Zalszupin For Atelier Moveis, 195
Located in PARIS, FR
Jorge Zalszupin trained as an architect at the École des Beaux-Arts in Bucharest before practising in Paris, then relocated to Brazil in 1949, drawn by the work of Oscar Niemeyer and...
Wood
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...
Steel
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Missing one original wedge piece. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.75"H x 79.0"W x 13.5"D ...
Wood
Brazilian Modern Rosewood Bench with Two-Drawer Cabinet & Shearling Cushion
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional example of Brazilian Modern craftsmanship, this sculptural telephone bench from the 1960s transforms an everyday domestic object into a refined architectural statement. Originally conceived as a telephone seat, its timeless proportions and multifunctional design translate effortlessly into today's interiors as an elegant accent bench, entryway piece, bedroom seat, dressing room companion, or hallway focal point. Crafted entirely from beautifully aged solid rosewood, the piece showcases a striking patchwork composition of richly figured boards, celebrating the dramatic natural variation of the timber. Deep chocolate, cinnamon, and reddish-brown tones intermingle with expressive cathedral grain and swirling movement, creating a composition that is both organic and highly graphic. Unlike many period examples, the cabinetry is fully finished on every side—including the back—allowing the bench to float beautifully within a room rather than requiring placement against a wall. The integrated cabinet features two generously sized drawers fitted with sculptural solid wood pulls, providing discreet storage while preserving the clean architectural silhouette. The opposite side is formed by an elegant slatted bench seat...
Sheepskin, Rosewood
Moveis Maravilha, Large Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A large wood bench produced by Moveis Maravilha, Brazil, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.625"H x 27.5"W x 113.125"D All items ship from...
Wood
$30,000 / item
Itamar Bench by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Rooted in a personal recollection, the bench draws from the Palácio do Itamaraty in Brasília, Oscar Niemeyer’s brutalist landmark. As a child, Ávila observed its colonnades from the ...
Bronze
Minimalist Brazilian Bench in Solid Wood "Ruy" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Ruy Bench by Samuel Lamas, 2022 Introducing the Ruy Bench, a contemporary piece that exemplifies the elegance of modern Brazilian design. Crafted from solid wood and steel, this ben...
Steel
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.75"H x 79.0"W x 13.5"D Seat Height (inches): 17.75" All ...
Wood
Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Modern, 1958 - "Mucki" bench in Rosewood
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Designed in 1958, the Mucki bench by Sérgio Rodrigues stands as an essential expression of Brazilian modern design—an era that fused architectural clarity with the warmth and soul of...
Hardwood, Rosewood
Rustic Wooden Bench, Unknown, Brazilian Vernacular Design
Located in New York, NY
Bench in rustic wood, characteristic of popular design in the interior of Brazil
Iron
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...
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...
Steel
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 ...
Steel
$8,461 / item
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...
Chrome
Bench by Anonymous, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1950s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This slatted jacarandá bench from the 1950s distills the essence of Brazilian modernism—clarity of form, integrity of material, and a deep respect for craftsmanship. Its horizontal r...
Rosewood
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Canvas, Brazil, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and brown canvas bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1970s. Fully refinished and brand new canvas seat replaced. Pre-restoration images available upon request. Overall...
Canvas, Wood
Brazilian Ipe Outdoor Bench Set — Crafted in Pará, Brazil
Located in San Antonio, TX
Handcrafted in the Pará region of Brazil, these remarkable benches are made from reclaimed Ipe wood, originally sourced in 2008. Each piece tells a story of sustainability and artist...
Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood
$21,600Sale Price|25% Off
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...
Jacaranda
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...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Curved Bench 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 mainta...
Metal
Bench by Anonymous, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Architectural and elemental, this bench exemplifies the dialogue between structure and material that characterizes Brazilian modern design. Crafted in jacarandá rosewood with taut le...
Leather, Rosewood
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...
Wood
'Canela III' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
The latest addition to the Canela family, the three seated version of the 'Canela II' bench is faithful to the original mid-century modern design albeit in a more robust and imposing...
Brass
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...
Rosewood
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bench in Hardwood, Att. to Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro (1906–1992), this bench reflects the designer’s disciplined approach to Brazilian modernism, where clarity of structure and material integrity take pre...
Hardwood
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...
Fabric, Fiberglass
Rustic Brazilian Cow Hide & Rustic Wooden Day-Bed or Bench
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Brazilian daybed with cowhide seat and wood frame mid 20th century. This vintage bed from Brazil features a cowhide upholstered seat/bed, which wraps about the wood frame along all sides, and is presented upon four squared legs. The brown and tan cowhide...
Cowhide, Wood
"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 ...
Steel
Customizable Four-Seater Bench with Walnut Finish, Leather Top - Trapézio Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Trapézio four-seater bench merges architectural precision with modern elegance, making it a refined choice for residential or commercial spaces. Crafted from sustainably sourced ...
Teak, Leather
Brazilian Modern Side Table with Integrated Bench and Storage in Rosewood, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
An intelligent synthesis of form and function, this Brazilian modern side table with integrated bench embodies the pragmatic elegance that defined domestic design in Brazil during the 1950s–60s. Originally conceived as a telephone table—an object meant to anchor communication within the home—it reflects a broader design ethos in which furniture was expected to adapt fluidly to daily rituals while maintaining architectural clarity. Executed in solid Brazilian rosewood (jacarandá) with matching veneer, the piece is grounded by a low, elongated silhouette set on four finely tapered legs. The composition is distinguished by a raised, open storage volume positioned asymmetrically across the top plane—an intervention that introduces depth and spatial layering without interrupting the visual rhythm. The joinery remains disciplined and resolved, allowing the material to lead: the wood has been expertly refinished to reveal striking grain movement, tonal variation, and the inherent density that defines old-growth jacarandá. The integrated bench extends...
Hardwood, Fabric
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use, chip to wood as illustrated. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.9"H x 39.0"W x 19.75"D All i...
Wood
$2,135 / item
Contemporary Bench with Handwoven Orange 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...
Fabric
Solar Unique Sculptural Bench in Brazilian Wood by Otavio Motta
Located in Geneve, CH
Solar Unique Sculptural Bench in Brazilian Wood by Otavio Motta Unique piece, exclusive, signed, will not be reproduced Dimensions: D 85 x W 310 x H 93 x Seat H 48 cm. Weight: Approx...
Wood, Bamboo, Paper, LEDs
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...
Wood, Plywood
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...
Cane, Jacaranda
Paratinga Bench in Pequi Wood by Hugo França, Post-Modern Design
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...
Wood
$2,135 / item
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...
Fabric
Contemporary Wood Bench, Handwoven Upholstery, the "Trama", Black
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...
Linen, Hardwood
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...
Wood, Plywood
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...
Linen, Hardwood
A Charmingly Bucolic Vintage Brazilian Cowhide & Wood Frame Single Size Day Bed
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Brazilian cowhide and wood frame single size daybed. This Brazilian bed, which is sized between a twin and double, features simplistic wooden foot...
Cowhide, Wood
Nice brazilian benche attributed to Zalszupin
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jolie banc modulable attribué à Jorge Zalszupin
Carrara Marble, Metal
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...
Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood & Cane Four Seat Bench with Ivory Boucle Cushions, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A striking Brazilian modernist modular bench crafted in richly figured rosewood with newly restored hand-woven cane seats, Brazil, circa 1960s. The design is defined by its elegant ...
Cane, Hardwood
Monumental Brazilian Modern Three-Module Bench in Rosewood and Warm Camel Mohair
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of Brazilian Modern design from the 1960s, this monumental three-module bench is crafted from richly figured jacarandá rosewood and newly upholstered in luxurious ...
Mohair, Rosewood
Eleh Bench by Sérgio Rodrigues, Rosewood and Metal Bolts, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Lisboa, PT
Eleh Bench, designed by Sérgio Rodrigues and produced by Oca in the 1960s, is a Brazilian modernist bench crafted from solid rosewood with exposed metal bolts. Its long, low profile ...
Wood
Sergio Rodrigues, 'Slatted 'Mucki' Bench, LinBrasil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sergio Rodrigues Mucki Bench Model created in 1959 LinBrasil edition
Hardwood