Brazilian Sofas
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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Place of Origin: Brazilian
Mid-Century Modern Cube Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
The cube sofa was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in the 1970s.
The elegance, a feature of Zalszupin designs, on this piece does not come from sculpted wood details or the...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood
1960's Brazilian Modern Sofa “Concha” in Hardwood & Fabric, by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available right now, this beautiful Brazilian modern sofa, designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in the sixties, is absolutely stunning. The model is cal...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The 1950s proved to be politically and economically favorable to initiatives related to industrial production. The Polish naturalized Brazilian architect, Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020)...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
"Perlage" Outdoor Swing in Aluminum Upholstered in Bouclé and Nautical Rope
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Perlage outdoor swing is made with highly resistant nautical materials, which allows it to be used both indoors and outdoors.
The foam is dry, repels rain and dries in two hours...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Dobra Module Corner Sofa by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Dobra Module Corner Sofa by Wentz
Dimensions: D 110 x W 110 x H 70 cm
Materials: Modular sofa with wood structure, elastic straps, hyper-soft foam and WE—KNIT covering (70% Recycled ...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$7,699 / item
Modular Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin in Hardwood, Steel and Fabric, Brazil, 1960's
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Uithoorn, NL
This modular sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, designed in the 1960s-1970s, is a standout piece thanks to its innovative use of contrasting materials. The combination of wood, steel, and fabr...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Steel
Rare sideboard by Jean Gillon, Brazil, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced in the 1960s by Wood Art Brazil.
Jean Gillon (1919–2007) was born in Lasi, Romania. In 1956, already possessing a consistent portfolio, he moved to São Paulo, where he dev...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Wonderful Percival Lafer Rosewood 3 Seater Cognac leather "S-1" Sofa Mid-Century
By Percival Lafer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Percival Lafer rosewood and leather 3-seater S-1 sofa. The S-1 design features Brazilian exoticness paired with Scandinavian sensibility. Of Lafer's designs, the S-1 is a...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Minimalist style "Lina" sofa, upholstered fabric, natural wood sides
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Alessandra Delgado is passionate about Lina Bo Bardi architectural work, including the project for the Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo - MASP and its structural pillars that seems to hold the building itself in thin air. The use of fine woodwork...
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2010s Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Jatoba and Beige Mohair Sofa
By Jean Gillon
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing the ultimate in comfort and style: the large Brazilian three-seater sofa made with a Jatoba wooden frame and a soft camel-colored upholstery designed in the style of Jean...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Wood
Sérgio Rodrigues, Tonico Sofa, 1962
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Tonico Sofa, designed by Sergio Rodrigues in the 1960's.
Excellent quality and masterfully crafted. Solid hardwood frame upholstered in original red fabric and black leather.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes e Oficios 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Leather by Liceu de Artes e Oficios...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Midcentury Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Grey Velvet by Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil 1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available right now, this Brazilian modern sofa designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in the sixties is gorgeous! The model is called “Concha” (Shell in portuguese) and the sofa features a hardwood structure, upholstered seats in gray velvet, and four toothpick legs. In addition, the back consists of five rounded curves that end in the arm rests. What makes this sofa so special is the sleek design which is iconic from Joaquim Tenreiro. The sofa fits 3 comfortably and is in excellent condition. The last three images showcase the piece in its original state.
The sofa is so awesome that it looks fantastic in any furniture set we match it with. The first set photo showcases the sofa with the matching “Concha” armchairs (sold separately) and a Jean Gillon Rodeio...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Minimalist Brazilian Handcrafted Chaise Sofa "Caraíva" by Dimitrih Correa
By Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
It’s part of the Bahia, de Todos os Santos’ Collection.
Inspired in the beautiful destinations in the Northeast, each piece of the collection receives the name of a different beach ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sofa 'MP-13', by Percival Lafer, Mid-Century Brazilian Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-13 Sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, is a quintessential piece reflecting the Brazilian mid-century modern style, renowned for its emphasis on form, fun...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Rosewood Two-Seat Millor Sofa, Sergio Rodrigues Modern Design, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Original condition.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Rosewood Three-Seat Millor Sofa, Sergio Rodrigues Modern Design, Brazil, 1960s
By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Original condition.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Hardwood and Leather by Lineart Móveis, Brazil 1960s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Hardwood and Leather by Lineart Móveis, Brazil 1960s.
This large four-seat sofa by the Brazilian manufacturer Lineart Móveis...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Hardwood
$16,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Boucle by Liceu de Artes, c. 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
This sofa is made with Rosewood and it has been reupholstered with a beautiful off-white boucle. What makes this sofa so unique are the built-in side tables (also made with Rosewood...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Minimalist Brazilian Sofa ´Sonia´ by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Sonia Sofa by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Experience the elegance of the award-winning Sonia Sofa, a contemporary Brazilian masterpiece designed with geometric and architectural precision. C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Steel
$4,900 / item
Brazilian Modern Sofa“Caola” in Green fabric & Hardwood, Sergio Rodrigues, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Modern “Caola” Sofa in Green fabric & Hardwood, Sergio Rodrigues, c. 1960s is nothing less than...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Rosewood Sofa by Fatima Arquitetura e Interiores, Brazilian Midcentury, 1960s
By Fatima Arquitetura Interiores (FAI)
Located in New York, NY
Founded in Rio de Janeiro during the 1960s by architects Guilherme Nunes and Sávio Visconti, Fátima Arquitetura e Interiores LTDA. (FAI) created a unique space where architecture, de...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
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...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$17,906 / item
Midcentury Brazilian Walnut and Canvas Sofa
Located in Madrid, ES
Mid-20th century sofa with veneered walnut wood frame and beige canvas fabric seats. Made in Brazil circa 1960s. The frame of the sofa has been refinished and the original fabric has...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Canvas
Percival Lafer MP-13 Ivory Leather Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing the MP-13 Four-Seat Sofa by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer, a true masterpiece of mid-century modern design. This stunning sofa, designed in 1967, features a gorgeous ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Giuseppe Scapinelli. Sofa in Caviuna's wood, 4 seats, c. 1950
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in PARIS, FR
Four-seater sofa in solid Caviuna wood, recently redone tapestry in unbleached linen. The finesse and sinuousness of the wooden round section legs and armrests marks the elegance of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
"Flag" Couch Chaise Longue in Dark Brown Linen and Wood Feet, Small Size
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
$2,519 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Michel Arnoult, Sofa, c. 1960, Unique Piece
By Michel Arnoult
Located in PARIS, FR
This two-seater sofa by Michel Arnoult, in Roxinho wood, cotton fabric and nylon rope a unique piece realized in order for a residence in São Paulo, is an ideal illustration of his t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Nylon, Hardwood
Giuseppe Scapinelli. Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Caviúna Wood and Silk Upholstery
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Superb four seater mid-century modern sofa made of Brazilian caviúna wood. Extremely well-made, beautiful and stylish, with a sophisticated blue silk upholstery.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Wood, Silk
Minimalist Brazilian Sofa "Sonia" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Sonia Sofa by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Experience the elegance of the award-winning Sonia Sofa, a contemporary Brazilian masterpiece designed with geometric and architectural precision. C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Steel
$5,110 / item
Canapé Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, Amoreira Wood, Cane, Mid-Century Modern, C.1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) is known as the “father” of Brazilian modernism, being one of the pioneers, with a work that reflects a refined coexistence of traditional values and mod...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Cane, Wood
Mid-Century Modern 'Linha Z' Lounge Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern 'Linha Z' Lounge Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s
This 'Linha Z' sofa, made of solid wood structure, and upholstered with fabric, stands out with its arc...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Minimalist Sofa for Outdoor, Contemporary Brazilian Design
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This minimalist outdoor sofa is made in hardwood, metal and fabrics, two places sofa with arms, the multi-finish structure is combined with outdoor fabrics such as the Batyline to create an interesting outdoor solution. Bellow the full Skyfolding collection concept:
Skyfolding In-outdoor collection, the collection concept is inspired by the Asian building scaffoldings, where a structure is composed by bamboo sticks crossed to create this inspiring and fascinating structures. We combined elements of this structures and also references from the ballet stretching bars that often combine metal and wood, this combo is the concept very soul. All the figurative elements are abstracted in the design process to extract the precise best of each world, and by then resulting in a collection of delicate objects, cult and curated to the minimum details, in design and engineering.
The collection is composed by outdoor net, batyline or plastic, in a portion leaving room to a more soft design approach that is harmonious, this elements are combined to a structure made of wood and metal that transcends to tech and soft, a paradigm of past, present and future that invite all the viewers to contemplate and reflect in this philosophical matters in a tactile and visual way.
Resulting is a essential and timeless set of objects designed for the modern lifestyle that permit infinite compositions indoors or outdoors that will participate in lives for a lifetime like a breeze full of “zen” elements and energy.
Award winner of the biggest South American design...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Metal
$2,280 Sale Price / item
20% Off
BraziLIAN Rosewood and White Leather Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel S.A.
By Probel, Jean Gillon
Located in Buffalo, NY
BraziLIAN Rosewood and White Leather Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel S.A... Classic Modernist 1970's design.. Extremely comfortable.. Superior quality and construction.Retains its o...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
"Celina" Sofa by Muniz Zylberberg, Brazil, 1966
Located in Antwerp, BE
"Celina" Sofa by Muniz Zylberberg, a stunning piece of Brazilian Modernism designed in the 1960s. This exceptional three-seater sofa features a highly geometrical structure in massi...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Marble
1970 Jorge Zalszupin- Set sofa armchair lowtable Private Collection Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Polish-born designer Jorge Zalszupin decided to move to Brazil as soon as World War II ended. In São Paulo, he found the perfect conditions to develop a unique, elegant, sensual and ...
Category
1970s Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Brazilian Mid Century Sofa Bed by Catalina S.A., c. 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Pink Sofa Bed by Catalina S.A., c. 1960s is nothing less than gorgeous! This...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sofa in Hardwood & Loose Cushions in Blue Velvet, Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
This one-of-a-kind four seat sofa with no arms was designed by Joaquim Tenreiro and manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçoes in the late 1950s or early 1960s. The sofa features a...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
"Viga" Bench, Zanini de Zanine, Brazilian Contemporary Design, Single Edition
By Zanini de Zanine
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This bench, made in solid Pequi wood is a one of a kind limited edition.
Zanini de Zanine was born in Rio de Janeiro, in 1978. He worked with by Sergio Rodrigues and watched during ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Wood
Jean Gillon, 2-seater sofa, c. 1970. Probel Label
By Jean Gillon
Located in PARIS, FR
The 2-seater sofa designed by Brazilian designer Jean Gillon is an elegant and comfortable piece. It consists of a solid wood frame, covered with a white cotton curly fabric. The fab...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Rarissime canapé trois places par Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Rarissime canapé trois places par Joaquim Tenreiro en imbuia et cuir fauve.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Minimalist Brazilian Handcrafted Sofa ''Trancoso" by Dimitrih Correa
By Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
It’s part of the Bahia, de Todos os Santos’ Collection.
Inspired in the beautiful destinations in the Northeast, each piece of the collection receives the name of a different beach ...
Category
2010s Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Brass
"Concha" Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Modern Brazilian Design, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, modern Brazilian sofa, iron, and velvet. Brazil, circa 1950s.
Shell or "Concha" sofa is made of iron and recently reupholstered in yellow velvet by the experienced craftsmen in our team. The upholstery was chosen considering the contemporary proposal of the piece.
The sofa features a comfortable seat, clean design, and freedom of user movements and is constructed in a frame with metal rods elegantly positioned to give strength to the piece, a common trait of designers.
The buttons velvet coated between seat and backs were used, by the designers, for an excellent velvet finish, and the restoration proposal was to maintain them.
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner were the primary designers for the iconic Brazilian furniture...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Iron
"S1" Sofa by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern 1976
By Percival Lafer, Lafer
Located in Diest, BE
The S1 sofa is a distinctive example of the work of Brazilian designer Percival Lafer, who is celebrated for his innovative use of local materials and modern design principles that c...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood, Leather & Fabric, Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
This sofa, named “Millor,” features a Brazilian rosewood frame, leather arm and back upholstery, loose cushions upholstered in a super soft textured off-white fabric and four chrome-...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Hardwood
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa designed by Liceu de Artes e Oficios in solid rosewood, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1960s. The piece has been recently refinished and newly upholstered in natural leather.
Liceu De Artes & Oficios was established in 1873 by a group of elite coffee aristocrats that pretended to train skilled labor for possible future industrialization of Brazil.
Seven years after, the institution changed completely the proposal, really becoming a school of craftsmanship, occupying a building design by Ramos de...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
"Pietra" Curved Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric 2.12m
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Joaquim Tenreiro Three-Seat Sofa, Brazil, 1954
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Joaquim Tenreiro
Three seats sofa
Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos
Brazil, 1954
Jacaranda, upholstery
From the archives of Side Gallery, Barcelona
Measurements:
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Category
1950s Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Jacaranda
"Flag" Couch in Dark Grey Linen and Wood Feet
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart piece.
-Accompanies plus two loose cushions to a better comfort. (If you want more, it is possible to request a quote). Cushion's measuring 45x45 cm each o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
$2,678 Sale Price
20% Off
Baixo Sofa Chaise by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Baixo Sofa Chaise by Wentz
Dimensions: D 110 x W 300 x H 59 cm
Materials: Wood, Upholstery.
Upholstered sofa with wooden structure, multi-laminate, elastic straps and foam. Exclusi...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$22,084 / item
Brazilian Wood Three-Seater Sofa by Rino Levi, Brazil 1950s
By Rino Levi
Located in Utrecht, NL
Rino Levi was one of the pioneers of the modern movement in Brazil, advocating for simple, practical and economical design, disparaging the imitation of classicism. ‘Classical spirit’ rather than classical forms was his ideal.
Levi was instrumental in spreading the fame of Brazilian modernism through his furniture designs as well. As this beautiful Brazilian wood sofa shows, by the 1960s, Levi abandoned Italian rationalism in favour of an approach closer to that of the Rio modernists both in his architectural and furniture designs. As a piece of true Brazilian mid-century design, the beauty of the wood and organic shapes and lines dominate this three-seater sofa. The tilted, architectural lines of wood making up the armrests create a visually distinct and exciting appearance. The additional horizontal lines connecting to the backrest are a creative addition, while also supporting the overall stability. The frame with its joinery praises Rino Levi’s craftsmanship and architectural expertise. The beautiful colour of the wood is highlighted by the light upholstery of the body in a premium bouclé fabric, including the three removable cushions.
This sofa model is rare to find, for as during Brazil's military dictatorship, it was against the law to export furniture. The ban on exports only ended in the 1980s, but it still took some time for things to change, not to mention that handmade pieces were created in limited editions. Therefore, it is no exaggeration to say that this sofa is special, and a real rarity.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some scratches and marks on the wood. The sofa has been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
86.41 in W x 28.74 in D x 30.31 in H; Seat height 16.14 in
219.5 cm W x 73 cm D x 77 cm H; Seat height 41 cm
About the Designer:
Rino Levi was a Brazilian architect important to the development of modernism in Brazil. Levi was born to Italian Jewish parents on December 31, 1901 in São Paulo, Brazil. After graduating from Colégio Dante Alighieri in São Paulo, Levi studied in Milan and Rome under Marcello Piacentini.
In 1924, he moved to the School of Architecture of Rome. There, he met Adalberto...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood and Leather by Michel Arnoult, c. 1960s
By Michel Arnoult
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood and Leather by Michel Arnoult, c. 1960s is nothing less than gorgeous! ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
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 ...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$14,922 / item
Casulo, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and off-white fabric sofa produced by Casulo, Brazil, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.75"H x 67.0"W x 35.0"D
Seat Height (inches): 17.25"
Arm Height (inches): 23....
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Pietra" Curved Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric 2.42
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Off-white Sheepskin Fabric and Wood Feet
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Midcentury Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazilian Design
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This midcentury sofa, in wood and grey fabric, was produced in the 1950s in São Paulo by Zanine's studio, is a good example of his earlier pieces.
José Zanine Caldas was a designer,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Black Leather & Wood by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this very Brazilian Modern sofa in black leather, wood and Chrome designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the seventies is simply spectacular!...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Sofas
Materials
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Jorge Zalzupin Cubo Three Seater Sofa and Armchair for L’Atelier Brazil, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in London, GB
This 1970s Cubo sofa takes a cuboid form and scoops out its core. It was designed by Jorge Zalszupin, a Polish architect who moved to Brazil, having been inspired by the works of Bra...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Cylindrical Sofa, Brazil, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-century cylindrical sofa, a masterpiece from Brazil circa 1970 by an unknown designer. The sofa features a unique hammock-like structure crafted from...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
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