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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
High Bloo Bar Stool by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
High Bloo Bar Stool by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 50 x D 53 x H 107 cm Materials: Veneer, Natural Leather. Also available in W 50 x D 53 x H 91 cm, Seat Height: 60 cm. With the i...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather

Medium Baixo Sofa by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Baixo Sofa by Wentz Dimensions: D 110 x W 250 x H 58 cm Materials: Wood, Upholstery. 3 cushions included The Baixo sofa proposes a different way of sitting. An invitation to ...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

"Pearl" Hanging Swing Chair Aluminium Naval Rope 21st Century Off-white
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Pearl swing can be used in both indoor and outdoor areas. The structure is made of aluminum with a high performance electrostatic paint finish. The seat is made in naval rope br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Large Baixo Sofa by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Baixo Sofa by Wentz Dimensions: D 115 x W 300 x H 58 cm Materials: Wood, Upholstery. 4 cushions included The Baixo sofa proposes a different way of sitting. An invitation to c...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, off-white textiles Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood

+55design Levíssima Chair – Joaquim Tenreiro-Inspired Modern Classic
By Bruno de Carvalho
Located in Jardim America, SP
The Levíssima Chair by Bruno de Carvalho is a poetic expression of visual lightness, inspired by Joaquim Tenreiro’s refined modernist legacy. Evolving from its original “Leve” design...
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2010s Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Ale Chair by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Ale Chair by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 52 x D 55 x H 78 cm Materials: Metal, Natural leather with upholstered seat. With the intention of providing good taste and personality, Do...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Metal

"Maria Alice" Chair, by Marcelo Magalhães, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Marcelo Magalhães
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This outstanding chair was designed by Marcelo Magalhães in 2022. The unique organic shape of the wood is beautifully combined with the handwork of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Wood, Straw

"Julia" Chair with Wooden Arms in Ebony
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
When she created Julia chair with wooden arms, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design ins...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Minimalist Modern Chair in Black Imbuia Solid Wood Limited Edition
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo Chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical forms and the modern interpretation of wood archetypes. All elements that compose ...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of 6 chairs, Giuseppe Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Scapinelli chairs are a type of furniture known for their unique and stylish design. These chairs are typically characterized by their mid-century modern aesthetic, which was popular...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Wood

+55design Curva Sofa – Geometric Leather, Wood, and Steel Architectural Design
By Martin Corullon
Located in Jardim America, SP
The Curva Sofa blends structural sophistication with refined materials in a contemporary, architectural silhouette. Built from a strong combination of wood and steel, its clean, dura...
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2010s Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Set of 10 Del Rey Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Midcentury Design, Brazil, 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Faux Leather, Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs by Móveis Cimo, 1960s Signed
By Moveis Cimo
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional pair of Brazilian modernist lounge chairs by Móveis Cimo, 1960's. Sculpturally crafted from solid Brazilian rosewood these statement club chairs are rare and valuable ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Minimalist Stacking Chair by +55design – Inspired by Yanagi’s Butterfly Stool
By Ilse Lang
Located in Jardim America, SP
This elegant stacking chair, designed by Ilse Lang, is a sophisticated reinterpretation of the structural purity found in Sori Yanagi’s renowned Butterfly Stool. Stripped down to its...
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2010s Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Black Tela Counter Stool by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Tela Counter Stool by Wentz Dimensions: D 52 x W 58 x H 84 cm Materials: Tauari Wood, Cotton, Weave, Plywood, Upholstery. Weight: 5,8kg / 12,7 lbs The Tela armchair is a meeti...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Plywood

Minimalist Brazilian Chair "Joao" by Samuel Lamas in leather ch88
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
João Armchair by Samuel Lamas The João Armchair, inspired by modern Brazilian design, is a contemporary masterpiece characterized by its geometric and essential design. With a squar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Light Gray Upholstered Armchair with Padded Arms and Plush Comfort, Kolo Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Kolo armchair by Uultis, with light gray fabric. The Kolo armchair, upholstered in Smoke Blue Plain Weave fabric, offers both elegance and comfort with its serene light gray tone. ...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

"Lilly" black Chair, in Solid Wood black ebonized
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Inspired by Lilly Reich, a renowned German interior designer and architect whose work had a significant impact on the history of modern design. Alessandra transforms this reference into an elegant and light wooden chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Contemporary "Ella" Chair in Wood by Brazilian Designer Henrique Canella
By Henrique Canella
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
This sculptural chair designed by Brazilian designer Henrique Canella consists of a structure in solid wood with ribbed seat and backrest, manufactured with fine woodworking techniqu...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

"Lilly" Chair, in Solid Wood and Customized Handwoven
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Inspired by Lilly Reich, a renowned German interior designer and architect whose work had a significant impact on the history of modern design. Alessandra transforms this reference into an elegant and light wooden chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Velvet, Polyester, Wood, Bouclé

Rosewood ans Cane Dining Chairs by Fatima Arquitetura Interiores (FAI), 1960s
By Fatima Architects
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Rosewood and Cane Chair was designed and produced by the Brazilian company Fatima Arquitetura Interiores (FAI) in the 1960s. The...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Cane

Contemporary Angel Chair from "Cars Never Die" Collection by Alê Jordão, Brazil
By Alê Jordão
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary One of a Kind "Angel" Chair from "Cars Never Die" Collection by Brazilian Artist Alê Jordão. The Angel chair is made of repurposed old Volkswagen beetle car parts paint...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Modern Armchair in solid wood, Brazilian Design
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This Minimalist Armchair is part of the Hug collection, concept is based in the act of hugging, represented in solid wood, and a fluid form factor that flows along the design in the ...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Laminate, Hardwood

Evo Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Evo Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 93 x D 74 x H 76 cm Materials: Paint, Natural leather With the intention of providing good taste and personality, Doimo deciphers tr...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather

High Smile Bar Stool by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
High Smile Bar Stool by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 52 x D 53 x H 111 cm Materials: Metal, Soleta. Also available in W 52 x D 53 x H 95 cm, Seat Height: 60 cm. With the intention ...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Minimal Style, Solid Wood Chair, Leather Seating, Solid Backboard
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Hardwood

"Bruna" Minimalist Armchair in Painted Steel and Velvet Handwoven
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Alessandra Delgado was once thinking about wire. What would emerge if one started to fold lengths of wire randomly? Bruna armchair is the materialization of these thoughts. The armch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

“Gaudério” Little Chair in Wool and Wood by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2020
By Inês Schertel
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
“Gaudério” Little Chair in Wool and Wood by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2020 Ines Schertel's primary material is sheep's wool. As a practitioner of Slow Design, the artist takes a holist...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Minimalist modern Chair in natural solid wood upholstered textile seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo Chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical forms and the modern interpretation of wood archetypes. All elements that compose ...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Textile, Upholstery

Extra Large Baixa Armchair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Extra Large Baixa Armchair by Wentz Dimensions: D 150 x W 150 x H 58 cm Materials: Wood, Upholstery, Steel. 2 cushions included The Baixo ottoman follows the circular, low-to-the-fl...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Chair "Ferramenta" 'Tool' by Brazilian Designer Leo Capote
By Léo Capote
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary chair "Ferramenta" (tool) by Brazilian designer Leo Capote. This one of a kind piece is made in wood combined with tools. Since 1997, Leo Capot...
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2010s Industrial Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo Chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical forms and the modern interpretation of wood archetypes. All elements that compose the chair are precisely engineered to input full hardwood blocks to a Hybrid 5-Axis CNC milling machine...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

"Frevo" Chair by Ronald Sasson, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Ronald Sasson
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Frevo chair is a stunning piece of furniture created by the Brazilian artist and designer Ronald Sasson in 2021. It reflects the unique vision and sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fiberglass

Robin Day - HILLE Chair by L´atelier, Brazil, 1970s - very rare
By Robin Day
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
Robin Day was undoubtedly one of the most influential British furniture designers of the 20th century. He is of course best remembered for his polypropylene stacking chairs, since th...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

+55design Capincho Chair – Hans Wegner-Inspired Embracing Textile Skin Ilse Lang
By Ilse Lang
Located in Jardim America, SP
Designed by Ilse Lang, the Capincho Chair is a sculptural evolution inspired by Hans Wegner’s iconic forms. This expressive piece features a distinctive “skin” in the form of a tailo...
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2010s Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Hardwood

Chair 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 Chairs

Materials

Wood

Minimalist Velvet Chair by Tiago Curioni, Brazilian design
By Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The 'Velvet' chair in black was designed from clean and pure lines with the elimination of any kind of excesses so that your greater identity were the colors, in a range of 09 options chosen by the user. By its Minimalist appearance, the color of the structure always accompanies the color of the fabric, guaranteeing visual unity to the product. The backrest height does not exceed the top of tables which reflects its minimalism concept...
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2010s Minimalist Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimalist "Bruna" chair in painted steel and fabric upholstery
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Alessandra Delgado was once thinking about wire. What would emerge if one started to fold lengths of wire randomly? Bruna chair is the materialization of t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Style Aurora Chair Sculpted in Walnut Finish Arms, leather back & seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Aurora collection aka Dawn marks a new exiting moment in our design history, in where we dove deep in to the creativity unknown, to create a collection that would be able to hold...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Pair of Chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazilian Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
A rare piece designed by Carlo Hauner for "Moveis Artesanal," circa 1948. This chair it’s an icon and illustrates the logotype of the company. The structure is made of iron remains i...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Straw, Rosewood

"Julia" Chair in Ebony Finish Solid Wood and Customized Handwoven
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
When she created Julia chair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the mast...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Canvas, Velvet, Polyester

Curva Zincada Stool by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Curva Zincada stool by Cultivado Em Casa Dimensions: 43 x 43 x 62 cm Materials: Zinc A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Zinc

Contemporary Chair in Natural Solid Wood, Upholstered, Quilted, No Arms
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Dry chair collection. The Dry chair concept is to work in a mixture of distinct references resulting in a modern classic in a dance between the retro and the modern. A heavy and i...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Laminate, Hardwood

"Bruna" Minimalist Armchair with Ottoman in Painted Steel and Velvet Handwoven
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Alessandra Delgado was once thinking about wire. What would emerge if one started to fold lengths of wire randomly? Bruna armchair is the materialization of these thoughts. The armch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Bol Pouf by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Bol Pouf by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: D 50 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather. Also available in D 90 x H 34 cm, D 110 x H 34 cm, D 130 x H 34 cm. With the intention of providing good ta...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Leather

Modern Brazilian Design Dining Chair for the Outdoors or Indoors
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Fence collection concept The “Fence” collection concept is inspired by the countryside elements that are part of the daily life, to create this premium outdoor collection the main...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Brazilian Modern Chair in Cane & Iron by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1950s
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This Brazilian modern chair was designed by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler and is absolutely beautiful. The structure is made with an iron frame ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Chairs

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Iron

Nit Chair by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Nit Chair by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 53 x D 56 x H 76 cm Materials: Metal, upholstered seat. With the intention of providing good taste and persona...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Metal

Super Jardim, Blue Armchair by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Super Jardim - Blue armchair by Cultivado Em Casa Dimensions: 105 x 80 x 73 cm Materials: Stainless steel, PVC hose, nozzle and faucet Also available: green, red, black, yellow,...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Neocloud Stool by Humberto Da Mata
Located in Geneve, CH
Neocloud stool by Humberto da Mata. Dimensions: L 45 x W 45 x H 48 cm. Materials: Metallic structure, foam, plywood and neoprene. Also available in other colors. Humberto da mata is a design studio located in São Paulo, Brazil. Focused on Design Research with different materials and techniques, it produces and develops objects in a small production scale, with the help...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Metal

Minimalist Modern Outdoor Chair, Metal Structure with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This outdoor chair is part of the Flap 2.0 Outdoor collection design, which is based on the flaps part of aircrafts, this element is possible to be seen in the arms curvature and the...
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2010s Minimalist Brazilian Chairs

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Metal

Black Gravatá Counter Stool by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Gravatá Counter Stool by Wentz Dimensions: D 52 x W 47 x H 90 cm Materials: Tauari Wood, Cane/Upholstery. Weight: 4,4kg / 9,7 lbs The Gravatá series synthesizes our vision reg...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Chairs, Moveis Cimo, Brazil, 1960
By Moveis Cimo
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of chairs by Cimo Factory, Brazil, 1960 Delicate machinery of two types of wood: pau marfim and imbuia wood. A curvy Modern design with elegant lines...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Chairs

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Plywood

Set of two “Lúcio Costa” dining chairs, by Sérgio Rodrigues. Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two “Lúcio Costa” dining chairs, a classic icon of Brazilian design, simple and timeless, a tribute to the acclaimed Brazilian architec...
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1960s Vintage Brazilian Chairs

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Cane, Hardwood

Vico Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Vico Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 76 x D 62 x H 64 cm Materials: Natural Leather. With the intention of providing good taste and personality, Doimo deciphers trends ...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Leather

Set of 2 Abrigo Armchairs by Mameluca
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 abrigo armchairs by Mameluca Material: Stainless steel Dimensions: D 110 x W 70 x H 90 cm Also available in different colour. A steel plate was cut into circular movem...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Minimalist Armchair in Hardwood
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo Chair collection. Our EVO collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical forms and the modern interpretation of wood archetypes. All elements that compose ...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Chairs

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Hardwood

Minimalist Armchair in Hardwood
Minimalist Armchair in Hardwood
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Lui Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Lui Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 75 x D 73 x H 80 cm Materials: Veneer, Natural leather, Soleta. With the intention of providing good taste and personality, Doimo de...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather

Minimal and Modern Style Chair with Arms, Metal with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The flap 2.0 outdoor collection design is based on the flaps part of aircrafts, this element is possible to be seen in the arms curvature and the geometry of the metal structure. Com...
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2010s Minimalist Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Metal

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