South American Daybeds

This daybed distills Tenreiro’s philosophy of weightlessness and purity of form. Reduced to its essential planes—a linear platform resting on discreet block supports—it embodies his ...

The Patone Sofa balances a modern design with natural materials and can be made in any size with any upholstery material. Shown here in several versions, it can be specified with se...

This daybed from the late 1950s embodies the constructive principles that guided de Barros’s work at Unilabor, combining strict geometry with refined rosewood joinery. Its structure ...

This recamier/daybed was conceived and executed with utmost quality and expertise, showing a style that incorporates many influences from the eigtheenth and ninetheenth century. Made...

Designed in the 1960s by Sergio Rodrigues (1927–2014), this rosewood daybed embodies the relaxed monumentality and material honesty that defined Brazilian modernism. Conceived as par...

Rare lit d’appoint par joaquim Tenreiro en imbuia. Rempli de très jolis détails comme à la accoutumée chez créateur

This chaise lounge is one of the designs by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte. Galeria Artesanal, the first showroom to present furniture and objects created by Móveis Artesanal and HG Ceramica, used to sell this design. The traditional chaise is a lounge chair characterized by a permanently reclined position, with the angle set by design. This piece features an upholstered seat, long enough to stretch the legs. The curved structure adapts to the relaxed body shape, and unlike traditional chaises...

The Luxor daybed is a true masterpiece of design, combining both comfort and elegance in a way that only Sergio Rodrigues could achieve. The frame is made of Brazilian hardwood, with...

Made of Caviuna wood, with a matching veneer and a delicate cane, this piece combines the robustness of the wood with the delicacy of the cane. The generous dimensions of 82 x 257 x ...

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...

Double day bed Manufactured by Unilabor Brazil, 1955 Jacaranda, fabric upholstery Measurements 182 cm x 189 cm x 34h cm 71,65 in x 73 in x 13,4h in Li...

Beautiful minimalist daybed in very good original condition. (Two available) Designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the the 1950s. Manufactured by L’atelier, Brazil (Marked) The minimalis...

The Slatted Bench was produced by Cantù Móveis in the 1960s. It is made entirely from solid rosewood and has slats positioned on a well-structured two-footed base. Cantù Móveis e I...

Day bed Manufactured by Unilabor Brasil, 1960 Jacaranda wood, iron, fabric upholstery Measurements 190 cm x 90 cm x 40h cm 74,8 in x 35,43 in x 15,74h in Literature Unilabor, by Ma...

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...

The Patone Sofa balances a modern design with natural materials and can be made in any size with any upholstery material. Shown here in several versions, it can be specified with se...

The "39" Chaise Longue was designed by the notorious Finnish designer Alvar Aalto (1898–1976) in 1936–37 and manufactured by Artek Oy. This design is present in The Met Museus collec...

This bench was designed by Martin Eisler in 1955 and produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte. It consists of a well-constructed piece in solid Caviuna, with thin slats arrang...

The daybed, manufactured by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, is a prime example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture design, which is renowned for its blend of modernist principles with traditional Brazilian materials and techniques. Liceu de Artes e Ofícios was an important institution in the development of Brazilian design, providing education and promoting craftsmanship. Their furniture production is noted for its high-quality craftsmanship and use of local materials. This particular daybed features a robust and simple wooden frame, made from native Brazilian hardwood, which is known for its durability and beautiful grain. The use of such wood not only ensures longevity but also gives the piece a warm, inviting appearance. The design of the daybed is minimalist, with clean lines and an unadorned structure that emphasizes the natural beauty of the wood. It has a low profile and a rectangular shape, which are characteristic of modernist design, aiming for functionality without sacrificing style. The cushioning on top is tufted, adding a touch of classic detailing to an otherwise modern piece. The tufting is not merely decorative but also helps to keep the upholstery in place and maintain its shape over time. The legs of the daybed are short and splayed, a design choice that provides stability and a slight mid-century aesthetic flair. The clean geometry of the daybed allows it to fit seamlessly into various interior design schemes, from the more traditional to the contemporary. Overall, this daybed represents the innovative spirit of Brazilian design from the mid-20th century, where designers and manufacturers were embracing modernist trends while fostering a unique Brazilian identity through the use of local materials and traditional craftsmanship. It's a functional, elegant piece that reflects the era's design values: form, function, and a close relationship with the materials used. About the manufacturer: The Liceu de Artes e Ofícios in São Paulo, established in 1873, is a significant Brazilian institution with a focus on technical education and has also made contributions to cultural and industrial production. The school was founded by the elite of coffee aristocrats with the positivist ideal of promoting the "dignity of man through work," aiming to prepare specialized labor for the country's future industrialization. Throughout its history, the institution has undergone several transformations. It started with simple courses such as Arithmetic and then expanded to include technical education, inspired by the European Arts and Crafts Movement, which valued the manual work of craftsmen within the capitalist industry. Under the direction of architect Francisco de Paula Ramos de Azevedo...

Daybed with wood frame, painted metal legs, and upholstered cushions. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro for a private commission in Copacabana, Brazil, circa 1950. Reupholstered by Jouffr...