Brazilian Benches
BRAZILIAN FURNITURE
More often than not, vintage mid-century Brazilian furniture designs, with their gleaming wood, soft leathers and inviting shapes, share a sensuous, unique quality that distinguishes them from the more rectilinear output of American and Scandinavian makers of the same era.
Commencing in the 1940s and '50s, a group of architects and designers transformed the local cultural landscape in Brazil, merging the modernist vernacular popular in Europe and the United States with the South American country's traditional techniques and indigenous materials.
Key mid-century influencers on Brazilian furniture design include natives Oscar Niemeyer, Sergio Rodrigues and José Zanine Caldas as well as such European immigrants as Joaquim Tenreiro, Jean Gillon and Jorge Zalszupin. These creators frequently collaborated; for instance, Niemeyer, an internationally acclaimed architect, commissioned many of them to furnish his residential and institutional buildings.
The popularity of Brazilian modern furniture has made household names of these designers and other greats. Their particular brand of modernism is characterized by an émigré point of view (some were Lithuanian, German, Polish, Ukrainian, Portuguese, and Italian), a preference for highly figured indigenous Brazilian woods, a reverence for nature as an inspiration and an atelier or small-production mentality.
Hallmarks of Brazilian mid-century design include smooth, sculptural forms and the use of native woods like rosewood, jacaranda and pequi. The work of designers today exhibits many of the same qualities, though with a marked interest in exploring new materials (witness the Campana Brothers' stuffed-animal chairs) and an emphasis on looking inward rather than to other countries for inspiration.
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Place of Origin: Brazilian
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Other Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Brazilian Benches
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Remanso Bench in Brazilian Solid Wood
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Remanso bench is an invitation to contemplation.
Its features are inspired by architectural elements.
In the construction of Remanso, the straight lines of the seat are “cut” by a lo...
Category
2010s Other Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Cloud Lounge Chair, Handmade Upholstery in Neoprene
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This bench is handmade in a contemporary design and produced with neoprene and metallic structure with powder coating.
Category
2010s Brazilian Benches
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Benches
Materials
Velvet, 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.
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NU is a co...
Category
2010s Brazilian Benches
Materials
Terrazzo
Banco Totora Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio
Located in Geneve, CH
Banco Totora Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio
Dimensions: W 34 x D 233 x H 45 cm
Materials: Recycled cardboard.
Domingos Tótora born and raised in Maria da Fé, a city in the mountai...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Sergio Rodriguez Rosewood Bench
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Oakland, CA
Brazilian rosewood bench designed by Sergio Rodriguez crafted of solid, dark brazilian rosewood and upholstred in the original black vinyl. Sturdy.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
"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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Steel
Caviuna Wood Slatted Bench by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955, Midcentury
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
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...
Category
1650s Mid-Century Modern Antique Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Daybed "Luxor" by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Antwerp, BE
This "Luxor" daybed by Sergio Rodrigues, crafted in 1965 for OCA, is a true masterpiece of Brazilian design. With its solid, minimalistic frame of straight lines and rounded edges, i...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Banco Estrada Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio
Located in Geneve, CH
Banco Estrada Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio
Dimensions: W 32 x D 232 x H 46 cm
Materials: Recycled cardboard.
Domingos Tótora born and raised in Maria da Fé, a city in the mounta...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
20th Century Brazilian Benches
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Benches
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
Mute Bench in Tauari Hardwood and Straw, Minimal Style with Japanese Inspiration
By Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The complete absence of ornaments and decorative elements, giving full attention to quality and the work of the purest craftsmanship, are the essence of the Mute bench, created by Tiago Curioni and Raphael Garcia.
Made of solid wood (Ash light Tauari ) and natural straw braided thread by thread, this bench uses fitting systems that are an ode to traditional Japanese woodworking...
Category
2010s Anglo-Japanese Brazilian Benches
Materials
Straw, Wood
Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood, by Carlo Hauner for Forma, Brazil, c. 1950
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
The bench features two legs, a module for storage and one seat with a reupholstered yellow fabric. The piece is made with Brazilian hardwood and it has a beautiful color and pattern ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Banco Taipa Escudo Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio
Located in Geneve, CH
Banco Taipa Escudo Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio
Dimensions: W 32 x D 234 x H 44 cm
Materials: Recycled cardboard.
Domingos Tótora born and raised in Maria da Fé, a city in the m...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Wood Bench, Handwoven Upholstery - the "Trama" - Navy
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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Benches
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Bench “Cíntia” by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1964
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The Cíntia bench was created in 1964 by the renowned Brazilian designer and architect, Sergio Rodrigues. The bench’s beautiful design is made with Brazilian rosewood (also known as j...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Vintage Eleh Bench by Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil
Located in New York, NY
The Eleh bench is a furniture piece from the 1960s designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1914-2012). Its structure is composed of a veneered wood box covered with R...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Geraldo de Barros Long Bench with original label
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Washington, DC
Solid wooden bench by important Brazilian Modernist figure Geraldo De Barros with original label attached. De Barros pursued his interest in adaptin...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
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...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Steel
Sela Bench
By Zanini de Zanine
Located in Barra Funda, SP
A limited-edition bench by Zanini de Zanine, crafted from reclaimed wood and leather.
Category
2010s Brutalist Brazilian Benches
Materials
Leather, Reclaimed Wood
“Solito” Bench in Wool and Wood by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2021
By Inês Schertel
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
“Solito” Bench in Wool and Wood by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2021
Ines Schertel's primary material is sheep's wool. As a practitioner of Slow Design, the artist takes a holistic appr...
Category
2010s Rustic Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wool, Wood
Contemporary Bench in Tropical Hardwood and Cord by Ricardo Graham Ferreira
By Ricardo Graham Ferreira
Located in Nova Friburgo, RJ
Contemporary tropical bench made in freijó or "Brazilian 'walnut" hardwood and natural ramie cord.
The rope which draws the arms and the backrest of ...
Category
2010s Other Brazilian Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Cord, Wood, Hardwood
Tack Bench by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Tack Bench by Doimo Brasil
Dimensions: D 45 x H 40 cm
Materials: Base: Veneer, Seat: Premium Leather
With the intention of providing good taste and personality, Doimo deciphers tr...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Leather
Acacio Gil Borsoi Unique Slat Bench Brazil 1950s
By Acácio Gil Borsoi
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Hereby we offer you a rare chance to acquire a very unique piece from Brazil. This beautiful bench designed in the 1950’s by Brazillian architect Acácio Gil Borsoi...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Metal
Ernesto Hauner. Solid Hardwood Bench, 1950's
By Ernesto Hauner
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Midcentury bench in jacaranda by Ernesto Hauner for Mobilinea manufacturer, Brazil, 1950s.
Mr. Hauner emigrated to Brazil in 1948, together with his brother Carlo Hauner. In Italy he...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Unique Caviuna Visceral Bench by Gustavo Dias
By Gustavo Dias
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Caviuna Visceral bench by Gustavo Dias
Visceral Bench
Dimensions: 1.90 x 0.40, x 0.45 m
Wood : santos palisander / caviuna
Base: powder coated steel
designer: Gustavo Di...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Brushed Anodized Aluminum CANTO Bench by Luiz Solano, Brazil 2023
By Luiz Solano
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The CANTO Bench by Luiz Solano expands the logic of the series into a generous, linear seat. Composed entirely of brushed and anodized aluminum — angle profile and sheet of the same ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Industrial Brazilian Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Equador bench
By ,OVO
Located in São Paulo, BR
The Equador bench, designed by ,Ovo, is a beautifully crafted piece that combines organic and geometric elements in a refined, precise design. Part of the Equador collection, which a...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood, Straw
Geraldo de Barros Bench
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Washington, DC
Long bench designed by Geraldo De Barros, considered one of the most important artists and designers In Brazilian Modernism.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
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...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Benches
Materials
Brass
Sergio Rodrigues brazilian white and wood 1950 rocking bench.
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Sergio Rodrigues brazilian circa 1950 wood and iron rocking bench.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Iron
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
Category
20th Century Folk Art Brazilian Benches
Materials
Iron
Ovni, Tricolor Bench by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Ovni - tricolor bench by Cultivado Em Casa
Dimensions: 38 x 38 x 45 cm
Materials: MDF, carbon steel, resin, painting in duco paint.
Also available: purple, green, yellow
Afte...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Steel
Small Bench with Rounded Edges, Geraldo de Barros, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Constructed from a richly grained hardwood, the bench features a series of individual, smoothly finished wooden slats laid out horizontally to form the seating surface. The slats are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
'Canela II' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
A complex yet simple piece full of subtle details which uses traditional techniques to make a modern statement.
Canela II is the perfect addition to any environment, its minimalist...
Category
2010s Minimalist Brazilian Benches
Materials
Brass
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 ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Two-Seater Bench in Chocolate Finish with Neutral Beige Leather, Wave Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Wave two-seater bench designed by Larissa Batista for Uultis in chocolate metallic finish with soft neutral beige leather fabric. The Wave two-seat ben...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Leather, Wood
Slatted Bench in Solid Rosewood by Móveis Cantù, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Cantu
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous bench was produced by Cantù Móveis e Interiores LTDA. in the 1960s. It consists of a very well-constructed piece in solid Rosewood, with slats rhythmically positioned supported by three feet with the characteristic shape used by the company in many pieces.
Ideal for indoor uses, this bench offers statement seating in any space.
Architects Jorge Jabour Mauad...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues' Cíntia Bench in solid wood, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Cíntia bench, a timeless design masterpiece, was created in 1964 by the renowned Brazilian designer and architect, Sergio Rodrigues. The bench's beautiful structure, made of soli...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
"Ovni" Bench
By Cultivado em Casa
Located in Floresta, MG
After a long intergalactic voyage, OVNI (UFO) lands in the form of a bench. A visual stimulus that celebrates geometrism and vibrant colors with a striking design.
Category
2010s Brazilian Benches
Materials
Steel
Unknown Designer. 19th Century Brazilian Bench in Wood
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Artisan bench made to sit with crossed legs or sit in a squat position. This kind of seating was commonly made in the Brazilian countryside from the 18th century to the beginning of ...
Category
19th Century Rustic Antique Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Bo, Bench by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bo - Bench by Alva Design
Materials: Metalic and wooden structure, leather seat, brass spheres
Dimensions: 182 x 40 x 40 cm
ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Metal, Brass
"Serpa" Bench, by Ronald Sasson, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Ronald Sasson
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The outstanding "Serpa" bench was designed by Ronald Sasson in 2019.
Homage to one of the most important visual arts collectives that existed in Brazil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Steel
Verdaço Contemporary Bench Sculpture
By Cultivado em Casa
Located in Floresta, MG
A chaotic and at the same time systematic, meticulous tangle. Verdaço is green, it's natural. A nest that hugs, welcomes, protects. The encounter between subtlety and rigor, softness...
Category
2010s Arts and Crafts Brazilian Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
"P.dr " Bench in Black Marble by Andrea Macruz, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Andrea Macruz
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Andrea Macruz, the "P.dr" is a contemporary bench made of black marble. Created in 2016.
The bench has a small integrated table, which can be used in internal or exter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Benches
Materials
Marble
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...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Brazilian Mid-Century Bench in Hardwood, Attributed 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 excellent condition. The bench can fit 4 people comfortably and features a low seat with four legs. It has a very clean and sleek design to it, which makes it a perfect addition to any kind of home.
This piece is very versatile and can be used as a bench but also as a coffee table, which is displayed in our showroom next to Liceu de Artes e Oficios sofa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Contemporary Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Ricardo Graham Ferreira
By Ricardo Graham Ferreira
Located in Nova Friburgo, RJ
Tropical Brazilian hardwood bench, hand crafted in a contemporary style made with angled dovetail and spindle joints.
The beauty of tropica...
Category
2010s Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
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.
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Remanso Bench in Brazilian Carbonized Solid Wood
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Remanso bench is an invitation to contemplation.
Its features are inspired by architectural elements.
In the construction of Remanso, the straight lines of the seat are “cut” by a lo...
Category
2010s Other Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Balanço Bench by Rodrigo Ohtake, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Rodrigo Ohtake
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Balanço Bench was created by the Brazilian contemporary designer Rodrigo Ohtake, in 2019.
The mix of materials is the differential in this series. While wood is used as a seat, a metal plate, thick and curved, raises the first material from the ground in a light way and with minimal contact, both with the floor and with the wood.
The structure is made of stainless steel and Cumaru Wood. Definitely a one of a kind and unique piece.
Graduated at FAU / USP in 2009, with a period of studies at the Polytechnic of Milan, Rodrigo Ohtake is always in search of his own architectural style. Passionate about colors and free forms, he collaborated with architects Mario Biselli, Alvaro Puntoni, and Frenchman Patrick Jouin, in addition to working with his father, Ruy, from 2008 to 2016.
In addition to working in the offices, he participated as a curatorial assistant in the exhibitions "Viver na Floresta", curated by Abílio Guerra, "O Coração da Cidade: Invention of Spaces" by Júlio Katinsky...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Antique Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Wood Bench, Handwoven Upholstery, the "Trama", Orange
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...
Category
2010s Brazilian Benches
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
