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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
Two-Seat Sofa by Oscar Niemeyer
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa in rosewood veneer with upholstered cushions. Designed by Oscar Niemeyer for the SESC hotel, Brazil, 1990.
Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of 8 "Tião" Chairs, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1959
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Whitstable, GB
Sergio Rodrigues Tião dining chair, Brazil 1959 Tião is a comfortable, classic and elegant chair designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1959, and manufactured by Oca. We have a set of eight Tião chairs in dark solid hardwood frame, re-upholstered in a light grey fabric. In good vintage condition. Beautiful deep wood colour. Minor wear commensurate with age and use, for a vintage piece. Provenance of this set of chairs is a family home in São Paulo, where they formed a set with the iconic Burton Table, also by Sergio Rodrigues. Passionate about drawing and wood art since he was a boy, the world-renowned Sérgio Rodrigues (1927-2014) made history as a precursor of Brazilian design. He revolutionised aesthetics in the country in the 1960s with his original style of curved and generous shapes, representative of Brazilian culture. With this approach he created the Mole armchair in 1957, still an innovative design today and one of the most important works of the 20th century, responsible for projecting Brazil on the world design stage. The designer from Rio designed several other pieces that became design icons, such as the Mocho bench, the Oscar armchairs, Kilin and Diz armchairs...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Lounge Chair in River Red Gum Wood by Zanini de Zanine Caldas
By Zanini de Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
Unique lounge chair in hand carved river red Gum wood (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) and repurposed Ipê wood (Tabebuia spp.). Designed and made by Zani...
Category

2010s Brazilian Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of "Dadi" Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues "Dadi" chairs in Imbuia with upholstered seat and back.
Category

Early 2000s Brazilian Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Imbuia

"Daav" Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
"Daav" chair in imbuia wood with black upholstered seat and metal base. Designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1983, this example was custom made for R 20th century, 2004.
Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Seating

Materials

Wood

Percival Lafer MP-211 Sofa in Rosewood and Leather, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Raleigh, NC
Three seater sofa designed by Percival Lafer of Brazil circa 1970s. This sofa is made from rosewood legs, leather upholstery, and a sturdy fiberglass shell. The rectangular legs have...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Wood, Rosewood

Estudio Campana for Edra, Favela Wodden Chair, Brazillian Design
By Campana Brothers
Located in Argelato, BO
Built with pieces of natural Brazilian Pinus wood, fixed by hand in a deliberately random, the Favela armchair was designed by the now legendary Campan...
Category

Early 2000s Post-Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Pine

Modern Organic Lounge Chair / Slipper Chair in Boucle Fabric
By Larissa Batista
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
A modern reinterpretation of a mid-century boucle lounge chair. Living up to its curvy appearance, the Kumura lounge chair is beautiful and super comfortable. This contemporary chais...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Vintage Percival Lafer MP-211 Sofa Brazilian Rosewood & Original Cognac Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Portland, OR
Rare Mid-Century Modern two-seat sofa by Percival Lafer in original Brazilian rosewood wood and upholstered in original cognac leather. In his unique designs, Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort making this sofa a true statement. The aged worn-in patina of the original leather gives off the feeling of a vintage WW2 bomber...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Steel

Elegant Brazilian Stool in Wood and Faux Fur
Located in Milano, IT
Very elegant wooden pouf of fine Brazilian manufacture produced in the 1950s. The Brazilian design is seen in the clean, hard lines as well as the woodwork...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Faux Fur, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Set of two Chairs in Hardwood & Beige Linen by Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this Mid-Century Modern set of four dining chairs in hardwood and beige linen designed by Carlo Hauner is nothing less than spectacular! This delicate set is made of old Brazilian...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Domingos Tótora "Estação" Stool, Brazil 2019
By Domingos Tótora
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Maria de Fé Station, in the designer's hometown of Minas Gerais, inspires this delicate creation that is part of the Egrégora line, launched exclusively by dpot. “Trails that cro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Iron

Domingos Tótora "Estação" Stools, Brazil 2019
By Domingos Tótora
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Maria de Fé Station, in the designer's hometown of Minas Gerais, inspires this pair of delicate creations that is part of the Egrégora line, launched exclusively by dpot. “Trails that cross paths, overcome distances and find an address: the Maria da Fé Station.” This is how the Minas Gerais designer Domingos Tótora...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Iron

Rare Pair of Armchairs by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in London, GB
Rare armchairs designed by Jose Zanine Caldas for "Moveis Asrtisticos Z".
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Sergio Rodriguez "Pescador" Chair by Mendez-Hirth, Brazil, 2006
By Sergio Rodrigues, Fernando Mendes
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Sergio Rodriguez "Pescador" Chair rendered in Peoria Mica and Cedar edited by Mendez-Hirth(Labeled), and retailed at Espasso, Made in Brazil, Edition Number 051, circa 2006
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Cedar

Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Oscar Niemeyer armchair and ottoman model "Alta", circa 1975 Rare fireside chairs and its ottoman model "Alta" with adjustable seats and backrests in thick cushions upholstered in...
Category

1970s Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of “Cubo” Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, GB
Part of the “Cubo” line, this beautiful pair has just been reupholstered in French Boucle. Provenance: Pirelli.
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Fabric

Rare Brazilian Rosewood Armchairs by Geraldo De Barros, c. 1955, Brazil, Signed
By Geraldo de Barros, Unilabor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
For the most refined collector, I can't think of anything better than this (very) rare pair of armchairs by famed Brazilian artist, designer and photographer Geraldo de Barros, circa...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Iron

Limited Edition 'Sobreiro' Armchair by the Campana Brothers, Brazil, 2018
By Campana Brothers
Located in Utrecht, NL
Made in limited edition of only 150, the “Sobreiro” (Portuguese for cork oak tree) armchair is part of the small exclusive Sobreiro Collection of cork furniture designed by the Campa...
Category

2010s Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Cork

Modern Brazilian Brown Leather Low Lounge Chair by Fernando Jaeger
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Modern Brazilian brown leather low lounge chair by Fernando Jaeger. Minimalist design great lounge or side chair. Wood and leather construction. Located in Brooklyn NYC.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Pair of Barstools in Brazilian Mahogany by Sérgio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Pair of barstools in Brazilian Mahogany with slatted seats and backrests. Designed by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1978.
Category

20th Century Brazilian Seating

Materials

Wood

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.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in London, GB
Rare sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro. Preserves traces of manufacture's label on the back.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Pair of Armchairs by Joaquim Tenrei
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in London, GB
Iconic armchairs designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in 1958. These armchairs have been sourced directly from a private collection in Rio de Janeiro. Photos of them in their original ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Rare 4-Seater Sofa by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
Designed by Martin Eisler for his company FORMA S/A, this is a rare 4-seater version of a very iconic sofa in Midcentury Brazilian. Feet are in Pau-Marfim...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Set of 8 "U" Dining Chair, Rarest Version
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in London, GB
Probably one of the most iconic creations by Joaquim Tenreiro, this set of 8 "U" is a modified version of its original design, with thicker wood and rounder edges (arms/backrest) Th...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

"Leve" Armchair by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in London, GB
Elegant "Leve" armchair by Joaquim Tenreiro made in "Perobinha do Campo" wood. This chair was bought from its original owner in Minas Gerais - Brazil and it has been reupholstered...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Set of 12 "U" Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in London, GB
Probably one of the most iconic creations my Joaquim Tenreiro, this set of 12 "U" dining chairs is made in "Perobinha do Campo", a wood widely used by Tenreiro throughout his career....
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Lounge Chair in Upholstery with Metal Frame by Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner, Forma Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Lounge chair in upholstery with metal frame. Designed by Carlo Hauner for Forma, Brazil, 1960s.
Category

1960s Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Metal

Lounge Chair with Upholstered Seat and Wrought Iron Frame by Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner, Forma Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Lounge chair with upholstered seat and wrought iron frame. Designed by Carlo Hauner for Forma, Brazil, 1960s.
Category

1960s Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Easy Chair by Jean Gillon Rosewood Suede, Brazil, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rare Brazilian rosewood easy chair by Jean Gillon from the 1960s. The chair has been refinished but has original suede cushions. The buyer receives the CITES permit...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Suede, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Jean Gillon Rosewood Suede, Brazil, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rare Brazilian rosewood sofa by Jean Gillon from the 1960s. The sofa has been refinished but has original suede cushions. The buyer receiv...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Suede, Rosewood

Domingos Tótora "Casca" Chair, Brazil, 2017
By Domingos Tótora
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Casca” chair by contemporary artist Domingos Tótora is made of steel and recycled cardboard in line with the artist’s environmental creed. This model reflects Tótora’s close...
Category

2010s Brazilian Seating

Materials

Steel

Pair of Outstanding Mid-Century Brazilian Armchairs, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Very comfortable pair of Brazilian armchairs, upholstery in perfect condition. Attributed to Zanine Caldas.  
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Wood

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...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Domingos Tótora "Leiras" Chair, Brazil, 2017
By Domingos Tótora
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Leiras” chair was designed and produced by contemporary Brazilian artist Domingos Tótora and is in line with the artist’s environmental creed. This model reflects Tótora’s c...
Category

2010s Brazilian Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of 12 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
Rare set of 12 dining chairs designed by Martin Eisler for Forma Moveis. Four chairs are made in Pau-Marfim and eight in Perobinha do Campo. They've all b...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Brazilian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Carved Solid Teak, 1960'S
By Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
Large pair of midcentury, carved solid teak lounge chairs from Brazil. The chairs balance bold sculpted shapes with lighter structural elemen...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Domingos Tótora "Terrão" Bench, Brazil, 2017
By Domingos Tótora
Located in Utrecht, NL
This Domingos Tótora “Terrão” bench was made of eco-conscious recycled and painted cardboard. Resting on two simple iron supports, this bench has a cle...
Category

2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Brazilian "MP-13" Sofa in Jatobá by Percival Lafer, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
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 Seating

Materials

Suede

Two-Seat Sofa with Rosewood Frame Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa with rosewood frame and upholstered cushions. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, circa 1960s.
Category

1960s Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Novo Rumo 1960s Brazilian Jacaranda Wood Lounge Chairs in Beige Leather
By Novo Rumo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Novo Rumo 1960s Brazilian jacaranda brown wood lounge chairs upholstered in beige leather.
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Daybed with Wood Frame by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
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...
Category

1950s Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Metal

Celina Armchair by Celina Zilberberg Rosewood and Leather Jacaranda
By Celina Moveis
Located in Houston, TX
This Celina armchair shows a charming wooden structure that exposes unique wood veins, and all in solid Brazilian Jacaranda(Rosewood). Recently reupholstered in leather, it is such a...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda, Rosewood

"Sofá Güell" in Laminated Jotoba Wood by Julia Krantz, 2008
By Julia Krantz
Located in New York, NY
Unique "Sofá Güell" in stack-laminated jatoba wood. Designed and made by Julia Krantz, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2008.
Category

Early 2000s Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Wood

Lounge Chair in Caviona Wood and Tan Leather by José Zanine Caldas, 1960s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
Lounge chair in caviona wood with tan leather upholstered seat and backrest. Designed by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, circa 1960.
Category

1960s Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Wood

Jean Gillon, Leather Chair and Ottoman, Brazil, circa 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
With its slung arms, reclined seat, and plush, leather upholstery, this chair, created by Jean Gillon in the 1960s, possesses a quintessential Brazilian...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Brass

Commander Office Chair, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Midcentury, 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Created by Zalszupin and his design team, Commander chair was conceived to attend the growing market of office furniture. The first model (with casters) was developed in 1973 and la...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern "Curva" Chair by Brazilian Designer Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern "Curva" Chair by Brazilian Designer Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960's This stunning chair, designed circa 1960s by the great name of Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design, ...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Scapinelli Brazilian Jacaranda Armchairs
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Brazilian armchairs by Scapinelli in jarcaranda and grey linen.
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Linen, Jacaranda

"Costela" lounge chair by Martin Eisler for Forma
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
"Costela" lounge chair in wood with wrought iron frame and upholstered cushion. Designed by Martin Eisler for Forma, Brazil, circa 1952. (Seat:...
Category

1950s Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Iron

Tete a tete by Hugo Franca
By Hugo França
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tete a tete by Hugo Franca made of naturally fallen Brazilian hardwood trees. The design is made of opposing seats on two semi circular bases, Brazil, circa 1990.
Category

20th Century Organic Modern Brazilian Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of 1960s Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Jacaranda Vronka Chairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1960s Brazilian jacaranda Vronka armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues with yellow upholstery. The chair is featured in the Icatu book "Sergio Rodrigue...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Jacaranda

Pair of 1960s Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Jacaranda Lia Chairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Lia chairs from the 1960s made of Brazilian jacaranda and upholstered in beige cowhide.
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Cowhide, Jacaranda

Pair of 1960s Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Jacaranda Beto Chairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Beto chairs, in Brazilian jacaranda wood, upholstered in yellow ultrasuede on a chrome frame
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Zalszupin 1950s Brazilian Jacaranda Ouro Preto Chairs
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Ouro Preto chairs by Jorge Zalszupin from the 1950s made of Brazilian jacaranda and upholstered in leather. These chairs are extremely rare and are ...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Presidential 1960s Brazilian Jacaranda Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Presidential sofa by Jorge Zalszupin from the 1960s, in Brazilian jacaranda beautifully upholstered in beige suede.
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Scapinelli 1960s Brazilian Rosewood Chaise Longue
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Brazilian rosewood chaise longue chair by Giuseppe Scapinelli upholstered in dark grey herringbone fabric.
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Seating

Materials

Rosewood, Upholstery

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