Brazilian Seating

The Kiko armchair is a beautiful design by Sérgio Rodrigues. Very comfortable, made of simple lines, the structure is made of Brazilian hardwood and orange leather. Rodrigues was one...

The Revoar ottoman is produced in natural genuine leather in the colors options: pearl, brown, black and light pink. The Revoar ottoman has fringes and chain handles made with leathe...

The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece. The couch has a cushion built into the seat that makes the piece with dual functionality: when is closed, it works as a comfortab...

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Available today, this Mid-Century Modern chair set made in Brazilian rosewood and caning designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in Brazil during the fifties is ...

Super rare sculptural lounge sofa designed and made by Liceu de Artes e Oficios, Brazil 1955. The sofa has elegant lines and awesome woodworking details. The feet are slightly angled...

***This set of two counter stools is in stock and available for immediate delivery*** ***Please be aware that this is a new item, but it may show small manufacturing imperfections***...

Produced in the 1960s by Celina Decorações, this storage unit consists of a plywood box with Rosewood veneers, with a fabric cushion on top, that transforms it into an ottoman. Foun...

Mid-century cylindrical sofa, a masterpiece from Brazil circa 1970 by an unknown designer. The sofa features a unique hammock-like structure crafted from...

Previously Restored

These armchairs, designed by the Brazilian company Casulo in the 1960s, are made of a solid rosewood base with beautiful grains. Nine pieces of wood connected to each other form the ...

Cavernas are the arched structures that, when combined, form the skeleton of a vessel. These delicately sculpted pieces are the pure embodiment of design, blending the strength and...

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...

This magnificent pair of lounge chairs consists of a metal and rosewood frame with camel leather straps and cushions. These pieces have exceptional details, such as the noble rosewoo...

Inspired by the Aratu crabs, creatures with both robust and slender forms, the Aratu Chair has emerged. It pays homage to the engineers of mangrove ecosystems who witness the dance...

Designed by Gelli, a pair of modern Brazilian armchairs, rosewood, and leather. Brazil, circa the 1950s. Pair of armchairs made in Brazilian Rosewood (Jacaranda) and recently reup...

Samll Baixa Armchair by Wentz Dimensions: D 100 x W 100 x H 58 cm Materials: Wood, Upholstery, Steel. 2 cushions included The Baixo ottoman follows the circular, low-to-the-floor st...

This beautiful pair of armchairs designed by L'Atelier is a great example of the style of Brazilian midcentury furniture. The materials...

Valentina Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022 This minimalist outdoor/indoor armchair, crafted from solid wood and straps, is designed with an architectural and geometric approach. With ...

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...

Available today, this Brazilian Modern chair set made with chromed metal, wood, and leather by Barszenski is absolutely stunning. The legs and ...

Roxinho vintage Safari armchairs in leather and wood by MCM Michel Arnoult, 1960s A pair of truly amazing mid century Roxinho leather safari style lounge chairs by Michel Arnoult, circa 1960 Brazil. These chairs feature stitched high quality leather sling seats and backs, with Brazilian hardwood frames. A casual yet sleek & sophisticated look while retaining comfort and unmatched quality. This mid century piece features a full chocolate wood construction with a lovely sling leather design. This piece has a timeless silhouette that would be prefect for any mcm lover's home. This chair is in very good condition with some slight scuffs common with used furniture. There is also some slight cracking on the leather, but over in very good condition. *This listing is priced for the pair (2) of chairs. Manufactured by Mobilia Contemporanea.

Martin Eisler designed this sculptural armchair in 1955. This piece is considered one of the most iconic armchairs of Brazilian Modern Design. The uniqueness of this armchair lies in...

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...

Available today, these Mid-Century Modern chairs in Fabric and Metal designed by Carlo Hauner in the fifties are beautiful!! The one of a kind set of six dining chairs was designed ...

Beautiful and rare vintage Brazilian Costela chair by Moveis Pailar. Costela means "rib" in Portuguese, which perfectly describes this slatted sculptural...

Stunning and comfortable ‘Concha’ (shell) lounge chair designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler and manufactured by Forma Moveis, Brazil 1950. This chair has a solid steel structur...

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...

This exceptional chair bears the hallmark of Lina Bo Bardi's ingenuity, crafted specifically for the MASP's auditorium during its tenure on 7th April street...

The Punto armchair or chair has an elegant and versatile design. Easy to match, transitions into many interior decor styles. Its finishes are impeccable, with a harmonious mix of ...

Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, This Modern Century Reclining Chair in Metal Hardwood and Leather Ernesto Hauner 1960 is nothing less than gorgeous! Indulge in unparalleled comfort with this reclining armchair, featuring a robust hardwood structure and luxurious soft pink leather upholstery. Its elegant metal legs complement the Brazilian Rosewood armrests, known as jacaranda, while enabling the chair to recline into two distinct positions. Recently refinished armrests, along with new upholstery and a reinforced reclining mechanism, elevate the chair's appeal and functionality. Delicate metal legs provide a balanced design, enhancing the chair's harmonious aesthetic. This set is another example of the awesome furniture work in Brazil between the 40-70's decades. A set like this will look great in any type of environment, from mid century to contemporary and modern design. About the designer: Ernesto Hauner was an Italian immigrant who came to Brazil in 1949 and began working in furniture design with renowned figures such as Lina Bo Bardi, Sérgio Rodrigues, Martin Eisler, and his brother Carlo Hauner. He started his career at Studio Palma, which later became Móveis Artesanal, and eventually became a partner at Forma Móveis e Objetos de Arte. In 1958, Hauner established his own business with a small factory in São Paulo, where he created modular bookshelves using...

Striking pair of armchairs designed and made by Lice de Artes e Oficios, Brazil 1960. These lounge chairs made by Liceu de Artes e Officios have a beautiful patina and are in a very ...

4 rare ESCRIBA Furniture Brazil Interlocutor Office Chairs in very good condition. Re-Upholstered in genuine leather. Original polished chrome armrests and original polished chrome f...

The objects on view in this collection extend through different forms of consciousness, intertwining layers of meaning and perception. Different modes of experiencing an object bleed...

Blending timeless elegance with modern ergonomics, the Sotto Counter Stool by Uultis is crafted for those who value design and function in equal measure. Its chocolate-hued solid woo...

The inspiration for the design features comes from the Italian name Pietra: The translation Stone, an element of organic nature that brings a feeling of biophilia and well-being to t...

The project starts from leather threads, valuing the manual work of various craft techniques, such as braids, cords, chains and fringes. The chains were represented in three-dimensi...

A Turn teak wood armchair with natural cane back. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Turn armchair by Sérgio Batista for Uultis is a refined blend of natural materia...

Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs in Cane & Iron by Carlo Hauner, c. 1950s, is nothing less than go...

Gi Chair by Estudio Prosa Dimensions: W 45 x D 45 x H 85 cm Materials: Wood. The Prosa studio is a space formed by architects, designers and carpenters who seek the best developmen...

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...

These beautiful and unique chairs are a distinctive piece of Brazilian mid-century furniture that showcases the special blend of material craftsmanship and design simplicity that was...

This beautiful and very rare chair is attributed to José Zanine Caldas and his company Móveis Artisticos Z. Structure in solid noble wood, totally original, only cleaned and refinished. X-shaped backrest. Backrest and seat in tacheado fabric (upholstery in original condition). A self-taught artist, designer and architect, Jose Zanine Caldas (1919-2001) was born on the southern coast of Bahia in Brazil. At age twenty, he opened an architectural scale model...

The Aruanã chair is a tribute to the fauna of Ceará state and the endangered Aruanã turtle. Developed in collaboration with d.Propósito, this project involved thorough research to o...

João Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022 Discover the João Armchair, a contemporary masterpiece inspired by modern Brazilian design. Characterized by its square DNA, this armchair aims t...

This rocking chair was one of the first pieces produced by Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) when his Langenbach & Tenreiro store opened in 1947. Far beyond a designer and artist, Tenreiro was an intellectual and thinker of the Brazilian culture. The rocking chairs were part of the interior spaces in most Brazilian colonial...

The stool holds a significant place in Brazilian design history as the most traditional type of seating furniture. The rural stool, a common fixture in many households, served as bot...

Available now, this very Brazilian Modern sofa in black leather, wood and Chrome designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the seventies is simply spectacular!...

Super Jardim - black armchair by Cultivado Em Casa. Dimensions: 105 x 80 x 73 cm. Materials: Stainless steel, PVC hose, nozzle and faucet. Also available: Green, red, blue, yell...

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...

The objects on view in this collection extend through different forms of consciousness, intertwining layers of meaning and perception. Different modes of experiencing an object bleed...

Cavernas are the arched structures that, when combined, form the skeleton of a vessel. These delicately sculpted pieces are the pure embodiment of design, blending the strength and...

JOSE ZANINE DE CALDAS (1919-2001). Pair of armchairs model “H.” Manufactured by Moveis Artísticos Z. Brazil, 1949. Marine plywood, fabric upholstery. Measuremenents 58 cm x 50 cm x 80 H cm. Literature: Habitat, nº9, Sao Paulo 1952. José Zanine Caldas (Belmonte, Bahia, 1918 - Vitória, Espírito Santo, 2001) was an architect and designer. Caldas stands out on the national architecture in Brazil for his exploration of the constructive qualities of Brazilian woods, defining his work with a warm rustic ambience, working on both high-end residential projects and also popular constructions. Never actually training as an architect, he starting working in the 1940s as a designer at Severo & Villares and as a member of the National Artistic Historical Heritage Service (Sphan). He opens a maquet studio in Rio de Janeiro, where he worked between 1941 and 1948, and, at the suggestion of Oswaldo Bratke (1907-1997), moved the studio to São Paulo, from 1949 to 1955. The studio served important modern architects of the two cities, and was responsible for most of the models presented in the book Modern Architecture in Brazil, 1956, by Henrique E. Mindlin (1911-1971).. During the 1940s, he also began developing and researching at the Institute of Technological Research of the University of São Paulo (IPT/USP), and was first introduced to plywood. In 1949, he founded the Fábrica Móveis Artísticos Z, with the objective of producing large-scale industrialized furniture, good quaility and afforable, the furniture was to be materialized using plywood sheets. This method minimized material waste and the need for artisan skills, as the parts were mechanically produced and the use of labor was only needed for the assembling of the furniture. His time at Móveis Artísticos Z, in 1953 was rather short lived and left the company in 1953 and instead worked on landscape projects until 1958 in São Paulo, when he moved to Brasília, where he built his first house, also in 1958, and coordinated the construction of others until 1964. Appointed by Rocha Miranda to Darcy Ribeiro (1922-1997), he joined the University of Brasília (UnB) in 1962 and taught modeling classes until 1964, when he lost his position due to the military coup. He set off and travelled through Latin America and Africa, an experience that had a remarkable effect on his work. On return to Brazil he built his second house, the first of a series of projects in the Joatinga region of Rio de Janeiro. In 1968, he moved to Nova Viçosa, Bahia, and opened a workshop, which ran up until 1980. His experience in the Bahian city was shaped by his renewed love and contact with nature, and he began working closely with environmentalists. In one of these collaborations, he participated in the project of an environmental reserve with the artist Frans Krajcberg (1921-2017) for whom he also designed a studio in 1971. The furniture he designed during this period, is reflective of his ecological sensitivity, his works were constructed with crude logs of wood, whose twisted lines inspire his drawings. It is also in Nova Viçosa that the architect builds the Casa dos Triângulos (1970) and casa da Beira do Rio (1970), in which he adopted a very artisanal construction system with typical woods of the region. According to the historian and architecture critic Roberto Conduru, Caldas' performance was relevant for the diffusion of environmental values in architectural projects: a "taste for the alternative and the rustic was disseminated throughout the Brazilian territory [...], encouraged by environmental preservation campaigns, by the wear and tear of the current models in reinforced concrete and by the re-emergence of the regionalist ideal in the international panorama"1. Between 1970 and 1978, he kept an office in Rio de Janeiro, where he returned in 1982. In 1975, the filmmaker Antonio Carlos da Fontoura made the film Arquitetura de Morar, about the houses of Joatinga, with a soundtrack by Tom Jobim (1927-1993), for whom Caldas designed a house. Two years later, the architect's work was exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art of Rio de Janeiro (MAM/RJ), at the São Paulo Museum of Art Assis Chateaubriand (Masp) in Belo Horizonte, and the following year at Solar do Unhão, in Salvador. Between 1980 and 1982 The Helium House Olga Jr was designed and built in São Paulo. Caldas outlined the plans for the construction sourcing the all the wood, the actual assembly of the house was carried out by the owner. The house, is defined by wooden structure that stands out from the fence walls, the clay tile roof of wide eaves and the demolition materials that give the building the feeling of rusticity, warmth and nostalgia. The house was similar to those built in the 1970s for Eurico Ficher and Pedro Valente, in Joatinga. In 1983, Calders founded the Center for the Development of Applications of The Woods of Brazil (DAM), and gave it to UnB in 1985. During this period, he proposed the creation of the Escola do Fazer, a teaching center focused on the use of wood for the construction of houses, furniture and utilitarian objects for the low-income population. Despite the fact that much of Calders early work was centered around building houses for the elite, in the 1980s the designer dedicates himself the DAM where he rigorously researches popular housing based on artisan construction processes and whereby the users participate in the construction process. At the Brasília unit, he developed prototypes of popular houses with eucalyptus logs as a structure and sealing in soil-cement, betting on an ideal of self-construction already tested at Casa do Nilo, in São Gonçalo, Rio de Janeiro. From that moment on, as occurred with his the furniture designs, Caldas adopts the use of crude wood logs rolled...

Banco Fronteira Bench by Domingos Tótora Estúdio Dimensions: W 40 x D 190 x H 45 cm Materials: Recycled cardboard. Domingos Tótora born and raised in Maria da Fé, a city in the moun...

João Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022 Embrace the essence of modern Brazilian design with the João Armchair, a contemporary piece that skillfully combines strength and elegance. Inspi...

Produced in São Paulo, Brazil. This contemporary chair was meticulously handmade by master artisans one piece at a time. It is therefore quite difficult, if not impossible to make...

Helena Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022 Introducing the Helena Armchair, an award-winning minimalist masterpiece designed by Samuel Lamas. This chair is crafted with an architectural ...

The Costela armchair is an iconic Brazilian Mid-Century Modern piece. It was designed by Martin Eisler (1913 - 1977) in 1953 and manufactured by the companies Móveis Artesanal and Fo...

Inspired by the Aratu crabs, creatures with both robust and slender forms, the Aratu Chair has emerged. It pays homage to the engineers of mangrove ecosystems who witness the dance ...

Available today in NYC, including free domestic shipping, this Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs in Hardwood & Bouclé designed by Fatima is nothing less than a beauty! Introducing a pair of cozy armchairs expertly crafted by Fatima during the 1960s, boasting a sturdy structure made from Brazilian Rosewood, commonly known as Jacaranda, and elegantly upholstered in a sophisticated off white boucle. The arms and legs of these armchairs are exquisitely sculpted, enhancing their overall aesthetic appeal. The deep color of the Rosewood further accentuates the shape of each armchair, while the wood itself has been skillfully refinished. Additionally, the upholstery has been recently replaced, ensuring a fresh and new look. The matching sofa, designated as lot 550, is available for purchase separately (Sofa can be seeing in images). A beautiful set like this could fit into any environment, from mid-century modern, modern, contemporary, eclectic and even farmhouse. Attached vintage press featuring the elegant set. About the designer: FAI, also known as Fatima Arquitetura Interiores, was founded in 1960 by architects Guilherme Nunes and Sávio Visconti in Rio de Janeiro. The company aimed to bring together architecture, decoration, and art, providing a gallery space for artistic expressions related to architecture. Additionally, Sávio and Guilherme aimed to push the boundaries of the local scene by organizing furniture...