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.
Find a collection of vintage Brazilian furniture on 1stDibs that includes chairs, sofas, tables and more.
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Period: Mid-20th Century
Place of Origin: Brazilian
Onda Bench by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in PARIS, FR
"Onda" is a moulded anatomic 3 seats and curved rosewood bench, the date of creation is 959.
The aluminum feet contrasts with grain and veneers.
This version is a newspaper holder fr...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Aluminum
U-shaped Bench in Hardwood & Wicker, Unknown, Brazil, c. 1960
Located in New York, NY
Available today this beautiful U-shaped Bench made in Hardwood and Wicker made in Brazil in the 1960s s nothing less than spectacular.
This U-shaped bench was manufactured in the 1...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wicker, Hardwood
Sergio Rodrigues Mucki Bench in Jacaranda, Circa 1958
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
Mucki Bench in solid jacarandá. Very good overall condition. Time patina as supposed.
One of the first pieces designed by Sergio Rodrigues, "the father o...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Bench by Geraldo de Barros, 1956
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Barcelona, ES
Bench
Manufactured by Unilabor
Brazil, 1956
Jacaranda wood, upholstery
Measurements
190 cm x 93 cm x 79h cm
74,8 in x 36,61 in x 31,10h in
Details
Unique piece comissioned by priva...
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1950s Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Jacaranda
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Phone in Table in Hardwood & Steel, Geraldo de Barros, Brazil
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with free domestic (US) shipping included, this super cute Brazilian Modern Phone Table in Hardwood & Steel designed by Geraldo de Barros in Brazil during the 50s is...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
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...
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1960s Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Oscar Niemeyer - MARQUESA Bench
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
The Marquesa bench by Oscar Niemeyer and his daughter Ana Maria Niemeyer was originally designed in 1974. This iconic design embodies Niemeyer's exquisite curves and sweeping forms t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Slatted Bench by Celina Decorações, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Slatted Bench by Celina Decorações, 1960s
Slatted bench with wooden structure and Formica legs manufactured by Celina Decorações circa 1960.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Formica, Wood
Branco & Preto. Mid-Century Modern Slatted Bench in Imbúia Wood
By Branco & Preto
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Stylish slatted vintage bench from the early 1960's of Brazilian production, specifically Branco & Preto Gallery. In solid imbúia wood, it is a very versa...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Mucki Bench in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, c. 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The Mucki bench, designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1958 and manufactured by Oca, is a versatile and stunning piece suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Featuring a low rect...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
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
Materials
Rosewood
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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
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
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
Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood & Orange Cushions by Fatima, 1960s, Brazil
By Moveis Fatima
Located in New York, NY
Available immediately, this Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood & Orange Cushions by Fatima Moveis is stunning!
This midcentury modern bench is made of...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Wooden Curved Bench by Fergo Moveis, Mid-Century Modern Vintage
Located in Houston, TX
The Exquisite Curved Plywood Bench in Jacaranda
Immerse yourself in the allure of this stunning curved plywood bench, a true masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. Meticulously ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Laminate, Hardwood
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...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Benches
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Brazilian Jacaranda 1960s Onda Bench by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Onda bench by Jorge Zalszupin from the 1960s with three wavy seats in jacaranda with metal legs and magazine rack of beige/tan suede
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Chrome
Small Slat Bench in Solid Brazilian Hardwood, Mid-Century Modern
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Add a touch of originality to your interior with this exceptional slat bench, expertly crafted from solid Brazilian hardwood. With its rounded slats, including the legs, this piece s...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
1960s Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood by Jorge Jabour Mauad for Móveis Cantu
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 m...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Slatted Bench by Celina Decorações, Brazil, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern slatted bench by Celina Decorações, Brazil 1960s.
Produced in the late 1960s, this bench consists of solid wooden slats with ro...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Geraldo de Barros By Hobjeto, Bench/ Coffee Table, c. 1960
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in PARIS, FR
This solid wood bench/coffee table by Geraldo de Barros for "Hobjeto" is a good example of the state of mind of Brazilian modernist designers. Its clean lines are resolutely modern, ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood by Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto, 1970’s
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this Brazilian Modern Bench in Hardwood designed by Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto in the seventies is nothing less than gorgeous!
This Mid-century modern bench is made of hardwood and consists of a low base structure five wood slabs on the top and chrome pins.
This piece has all the fun aspects of a seventies mid-century piece: clean, straight lines and abundance of wood. A gorgeous piece like this would look awesome in a living room next to a sofa or in front of two lounge chairs. This Brazilian Modern piece will look great in in any mid-century modern, modern, contemporary, or even boho chic environment.
The last couple images are vintage ads...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Banc Onda by Jorge Zalszulpin for Atelier Moveis Sa Brésil 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in PARIS, FR
The bench is in jacaranda Brazilian rosewood with a leather magazine rack at its end, it is distinguished by the wavy shape of its surface. Metal base with four T-shaped legs supporting a free-form seat. The magazine rack is made of leather. Stamped under Atelier Moveis...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Metal
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...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
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
Mid-Century Modern "Mocho" Stool by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1950s
By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern "Mocho" Stool by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1950s
Inspired by the traditional cow-milking stools used in Brazil, the three-legged Mocho is a 1954 creation...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
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.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood and Cane Bench
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Oakland, CA
Bench crafted of dark figured solid Brazilian rosewood and hand woven cane in manner of Joaquim Tenreiro.
Bench is in excellent condition with minor signs of age and use.
Measu...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Cane, Rosewood
Eleh Side Table / Bench by Sérgio Rodrigues, Circa 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
Originally designed for Bloch Company in 1965 this exquisite bench, that also play as a side board has time patina waiting for the customers definition on how the restoration work should be done.
Hardwood veneer rectangular box with shaped corners, solid hardwood legs, chrome-plated brass trim.
The pice is made in jacarandá wood.
Literature: Soraia Cals, Sérgio Rodrigues, ed. Icatu, 2000
Aric Chen, Brazilian Modern, ed. The Monacelli Press, 2016.
Sergio Roberto Santos...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
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Metal
Vintage Rosewood Slatted Bench by Cantu Moveis, 1960s, Midcentury Brazilian
By Cantu
Located in New York, NY
Cantù Móveis e Interiores LTDA produced this gorgeous bench in the 1960s. It consists of a very well-constructed piece in solid Rosewood, with slats rhythmically positioned supported...
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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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
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
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Daybed "Luxor" by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA, Brazil, 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Antwerp, BE
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Daybed "Luxor" designed by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA in Brazil, 1965. This well-designed daybed shows a solid construction of straight lines and round edges, which gives this piece a peaceful yet strong expression. A minimalistic frame with slats to support the mattress. The mattress is upholstered with high-quality off-white fabric, which looks great in contrast with the wooden frame featuring a warm colour and patina. This design is characterized by a minimal, clean approach that seeks to combine functionality with beauty. This Brazilian daybed is in excellent condition and would be a great addition to each mid-century modern interior.
Sergio Rodrigues (Rio de Janeiro, 1927 - Rio de Janeiro, 2014) was a furniture designer and architect who broke away from paradigms to invent his own language in search of the Brazilian identity and harmoniously integrated the three areas in which he worked: architecture, design, and drawing. He joined the National School of Architecture of the University of Brazil (FNA) in 1947. In 1949, he worked as assistant professor for David Xavier de Azambuja, who, in 1951, invited him to participate in the elaboration of the project of the Civic Center of Curitiba, with the architects Olavo Redig de Campos (1906-1984) and Flávio Regis do Nascimento, through who he met, Lucio Costa (1902-1998). Rodrigues graduated in architecture in 1951. He moved to Curitiba, where he founded Móveis Artesanal Paranaense, in partnership with the Hauner brothers, who in 1954 hired him to lead the interior architecture section of the new company, Forma S.A, in São Paulo. It was during this tenure that he came into contact with other renowned designers such as Gregori...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood, Fabric
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...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Rosewood
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...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Metal
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
Materials
Rattan, Wood
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 (Brazilian Rosewood) veneered wood, ch...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Jacaranda
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
Materials
Cane, Jacaranda
Jorge Zalszupin 1960s Brazilian Parquet Jacaranda Wood 102 Bench
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
102 bench by Jorge Zalszupin from the 1960s in parquet Brazilian jacaranda wood with two-seat and black metal base.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Metal
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Midcentury Brazilian Bench with Aluminum and Wood
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
We work with artisans who masterfully restore typical pieces from each period of our history, valuing their different preservation techniques. Teamwork has built this pioneering comp...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Brazilian Wood Bench with Suede Upholstery by Sérgio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
We work with artisans who masterfully restore typical pieces from each period of our history, valuing their different preservation techniques. Teamwork has built this pioneering comp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Suede, Wood
Midcentury Brazilian Bench in Lacquered Wood, 1950s
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Midcentury Brazilian bench in lacquered wood, 1950s
Of unknown authorship, this bench in wood lacquered in black color is all built in wood. Its bac...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Wood
Sculptural bench by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in London, GB
Sculptural bench by Jose Zanine Caldas made in Pequi wood.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Mucki Bench by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in London, GB
Iconic "Mucki" bench designed by Sergio Rodrigues.
Provence: private collection in the South of Brazil.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Small Slatted Bench, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Small Mid-Century Modern slatted bench, Brazil, 1960s.
This Minimalist bench is structured in solid wood, completed with side stretchers for additional support, and featuring a se...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood
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