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Móveis Cimo Cabinets

Brazilian, 1921-1982

In its heyday, Móveis Cimo was the most prolific furniture manufacturer in Brazil. From humble beginnings, the company grew into a leading mid-century modern and modern design and production house. It made stylish and quality wood furniture like lounge chairs, coffee tables and buffets, which were made available to the average homeowner who wanted functional and attractive pieces.

Móveis Cimo was founded in 1921 by brothers Jorge and Martin Zipperer in the municipality of Rio Negrinho. Initially a chair company, Móveis Cimo quickly expanded its repertoire to include many types of furniture. At the time, there was a substantial gap in the Brazilian furniture market for quality furniture produced at an industrial scale for homes, schools, offices, cinemas and other public spaces.

Móveis Cimo filled this niche with simple but chic furniture that brought the latest styles to the masses. According to designer João Livoti, who spoke about the company to Gazeta do Povo, the brothers made frequent trips abroad to stay on top of post-war design trends. Comfort, ergonomics and the modern use of different shades of wood characterized the company’s furniture. Móveis Cimo was also the first company in Brazil to employ steam wood lamination techniques.

Jorge Zipperer died in 1944, just as the company was hitting its stride. From the 1940s to the 1960s, Móveis Cimo produced thousands of pieces of wood furniture for the Brazilian market. At the end of the 1960s, new wood fiber panel production methods shifted the furniture landscape in Brazil and introduced a host of new competitors. After Martin Zipperer died in 1971, the company began experimenting with new Dutch and French designs, although these were not widely popular.

Móveis Cimo closed its doors in 1982, but the company left behind a legacy of innovation that paved the way for future furniture makers. Today, Móveis Cimo furniture is collected worldwide as an inventive example of modern Brazilian furniture design.

On 1stDibs, find Móveis Cimo seating, tables, case pieces and more.

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Creator: Móveis Cimo
Dresser in Brazilian Imbuia Wood by Móveis Cimo, Mid-Century Design, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This dresser with three drawers made of solid Imbuia with details in yellow leather is an example of the ludic furniture produced by Móveis Cimo in the 1950s. Initially thought of as...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Cabinets

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Hardwood, Leather

Dresser in Brazilian Imbuia Wood by Móveis Cimo, Mid-Century Design, 1960s
Dresser in Brazilian Imbuia Wood by Móveis Cimo, Mid-Century Design, 1960s

Dresser in Brazilian Imbuia Wood by Móveis Cimo, Mid-Century Design, 1960s

Bookcase in Brazilian Imbuia and Cane by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Mid-Century Design
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
This elegant bookshelf is one of the many Móveis Cimo's furniture pieces manufactured during the 1960s. The piece is composed of five shelves and one storage compartment that opens w...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Móveis Cimo Cabinets

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Hardwood, Cane

Bookcase in Brazilian Imbuia and Cane by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Mid-Century Design
Bookcase in Brazilian Imbuia and Cane by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Mid-Century Design

Bookcase in Brazilian Imbuia and Cane by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Mid-Century Design

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Móveis Cimo cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Móveis Cimo cabinets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Móveis Cimo cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original cabinets by Móveis Cimo were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider cabinets by Jorge Zalszupin, and Englander & Bonta. Prices for Móveis Cimo cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $9,000 and can go as high as $13,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $11,000.

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