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Brazilian Furniture

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
Rare Amethyst Geode with Lavender Amethyst and Landscaped Polished Back
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Special Large Lavender Amethyst Geode with Gorgeous Blue Agate Polished Back ▫️ Description An Amethyst Geode, beautiful from both front and back, showcases aesthetically pleasing ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Rattan sofa, Brazil, 1960s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rattan sofa with black lacquered steel legs. Produced in Brazil, 1960s. Very good condition with small signs of usage. Please note: matching table + chairs also available.
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Metal

Ramalhete Collection, Steel Vase Set N1 & N2
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
RAMALHETE COLLECTION When words escape, flowers speak. (Bruce Currie) The Ramalhete Collection flourishes under the lights of simplicity. Petals that ...
Category

2010s Minimalist Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Steel

Ramalhete Collection, Steel Vase Set N3 & N4
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
RAMALHETE COLLECTION When words escape, flowers speak. (Bruce Currie) The Ramalhete Collection flourishes under the lights of simplicity. Petals that ...
Category

2010s Minimalist Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Steel

Ramalhete Collection, Steel Centrepiece
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
RAMALHETE COLLECTION When words escape, flowers speak. (Bruce Currie) The Ramalhete Collection flourishes under the lights of simplicity. Petals that ...
Category

2010s Minimalist Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Steel

Arc Rectangular Coffee Table in Black Wood Featuring Black Glass Top 47''
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Arc rectangular coffee table, featuring a beautiful black frame combined with an elegant high-styled Black glass top, is another perfect Uultis addition to anyone's home. Our Bra...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Contemporary Handcrafted Center Table in Brazilian Hardwood by Leo Strauss
By Leo Strauss
Located in Atibaia, BR
Solid wood, processed in large width and thickness dimensions, and it adds life to this piece of straight and modernist shapes. In its artisan production, traditional woodworking te...
Category

2010s Brutalist Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge chairs Brazil 1955
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super rare sculptural lounge chairs designed and made by Liceu de Artes e Oficios, Brazil 1955. The chairs have elegant lines and awesome woodworking details. The feet are slightly a...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Laguna Occasional Chair in Light Gray Upholstered and Black Wood Finish Frame
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The designer Aciole Felix with our creative Uultis team from Brazil has created this amazing Laguna occasional chair with an upholstered light ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood

Natural Amethyst Geode with Blue Galaxy Amethyst and Lace Agate Matrix, Rare
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Amethyst Geode with Blue Galaxy Amethyst Druzy ▫️ Description Elevate your space, decor, or collection with the aesthetic beauty of this Amethyst Geode featuring sparkly Blue Galax...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Alegria Bench
Located in São Paulo, SP
The piece is all made in traditional and artisanal joinery, valuing the fittings and especially the Japanese joinery. All pieces have the same width but the feet are glued and presse...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Brazilian Vintage Rustic Three Leg Stool, XX century
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Brazilian vintage rustic three-legged stool in noble wood.
Category

20th Century Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Bowl loop
By (after) Joan Miró
Located in Londrina, PR
Oval-shaped tray with ties on the sides Valdomiro Favoreto recycled aluminum Natural silver color #Handmade
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Rare White and Blue Lace Agate Cathedral Geode with Lavender Amethyst Crystal
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Agate Cathedral Geode: Gorgeous White and Blue Agate Laces with a Lavender Amethyst Interior ▫️ Description A White and Blue Agate Geode that is meant to bring the nicest energies ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Sotto Cane-Back Dining Chair in Walnut Wood Finish with Oatmeal Fabric, Set of 2
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
Putting a lot of effort our amazing Uultis team has created the Sotto dining chair, thinking of every possible detail like the cane back that just blends perfectly with the walnut wo...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Blue Agate Geode with All-Natural Sea-Blue and White Agate Laces, Natural Decor
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Small Natural Blue Agate Geode with Banded Agates: A Natural Masterpiece ▫️ Description Elevate your space, decor, or collection with the beauty of this Blue Agate Geode, also know...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Blue Agate Geode with All-Natural Sea-Blue and White Agate Laces, Natural Art
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Small Natural Blue Agate Geode with Banded Agates: A Natural Masterpiece ▫️ Description Elevate your space, decor, or collection with the beauty of this Blue Agate Geode, also know...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Móvel Moderno Brasileiro, Brazilian Modern Design, Book - Olhares
Located in Houston, TX
The book extensively categorizes the work of 15 of the most representative Brazilian furniture designers in the modern period, between the 1940s and 70s, including: Lina Bo Bardi, Jo...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Other

Sotto Cane-Back Dining Chair in Teak Wood and Light Beige Fabric, Set of 2
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
Putting a lot of effort our amazing Uultis team has created the Sotto dining chair, thinking of every possible detail like the cane back that just blends perfectly with the teak wood...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge sofa Brazil 1955
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
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...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood & Velvet, Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this sculptural Mid-Century Modern armchair in hardwood and red velvet by Giuseppe Scapinelli made in the fifties is absolutely gorgeous! The vintage armchair is ma...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Ebony, Velvet

White and Blue Lace Agate Cathedral Geode with Lavender Amethyst Crystal
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Agate Cathedral Geode: Gorgeous White and Blue Agate Laces with a Lavender Amethyst Interior ▫️ Description A White and Blue Agate Geode that is mean...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Brutalist Sling Lounge Chair in Full Original Condition 1960s Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in Den Haag, NL
This chair, with its brutalist and beautiful jungle look, is handmade using only natural materials and earthy colors. No screws used. The canvas and leather is attached to the base w...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Oak

Modernist “Ro” armchair with ottoman upholstery
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Inspired by the cozy elegance of Sergio Rodrigues' armchairs, Alessandra Delgado created the Rô armchair, a modern reinterpretation that captures the master's timeless essence, combi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Steel

Collector-Grade Agate Geode Butterfly Wings, Large Natural Sculptural Blue Agate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Natural Sculpture: Blue Lace Agate Geode "Butterfly Wings", 100% Natural ▫️ Description A rare, large, and beautiful agate geode will surely elevate your collection or space. It is...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

1960s Brazilian Textile Art Tapestry signed Leao
By Evelyn Ackerman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1960's Brazilian woven tapestry by "LEAO". Measures 38" tall X 23" wide. It had remained rolled up for 50 plus years until photos were taken. Never hung and in Flawless condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Wool

Brazilian Space Age Sofa MP-131 , by Percival Lafer, Mid-Century Modern Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-131 sofa by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer is an iconic piece of mid-century modern furniture design, epitomizing the era's innovative approach to form and function. Create...
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather, Hardwood

Sergio Rodrigues Mid-century Modern Brazil Chairs, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of modernist chairs by the pioneer of Carioca design Sérgio Rodrigues, in ebonized beech wood covered in velvet. The chairs synthesize a unique combination of Shaker, De Stijl a...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Joaquim Tenreiro, Pair of "Concha" Armchairs, c. 1955
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of armchairs model "Concha", by Joaquim Tenreiro, c. 1955. This model, with a rather atypical design compared to Joaquim Tenreiro's style, is a response to the needs and desire...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Tenreiro Book Published by Icatu, 'English'
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Houston, TX
A limited English version of the monograph on Joaquim Tenreiro's works, one of the most representative designers of Brazilian furniture, published by Icatu and Bolsa de Arte do Rio d...
Category

1990s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Paper

Mid-Century Abstract Brazil Textile Art Tapestry by Kennedy Bahia, circa 1960's
By Kennedy Bahia
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare textile art tapestry by Brazilian artist Kennedy Bahia. This piece had remained rolled up for over 50 years prior to pictures being taken for this listing. It is flawless with b...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Wool

Stuzi Chair in Black Fabric and Black Uultis Wood
Located in Miami, FL
Our Uultis team has created this beautiful Stuzi dining chair to decorate your beautiful dining room table with a black fabric and black wood finish. This chair has a beautifully sim...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Mat Dining Chair in Walnut Wood Finish with Open Back and Light Gray Fabric
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
Our Uultis team has created the beautifully shaped Mat dining chair to decorate your beautiful dining table with an upholstered seat in a light...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Collector's Grade Blue Agate Geode Butterfly Wings, Sculptural Crystal Decor
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Nature's Artwork: Large Blue Lace Agate Geode "Butterfly Wings", 100% Natural Crystal Masterpiece ▫️ Description This unique agate geode is rare and all-natural, featuring world-cl...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Special Crystal Agate Geode Butterfly Wings, Deep Blue and Amber Agate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Nature's Artwork: Large Deep Blue and Amber Crystal Agate Geode "Butterfly Wings", 100% Natural ▫️ Description Sculptural, rare, large, and with beautiful aesthetics, this crystal ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Modernist “Ro” swivel armchair with ottoman puff
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Inspired by the cozy elegance of Sergio Rodrigues' armchairs, Alessandra Delgado created the Rô armchair, a modern reinterpretation that captures the master's timeless essence, combi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Steel

Soho Curved Cane-Back Chair in Teak Wood Finish and Gray Plaid Fabric
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Uultis design team has created the Soho curved cane with a cane curved back with a teak wood finish for all those people that are looking for an e...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Teak

Clan Console Table in Black Wood Finish 63''
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Clan console is yet another Uultis case piece that combines style and functionality with its black solid wood finish and laminated MDF-frame top. This console can be used in a va...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Bar in Hardwood & Party Motif Marquetry, Unknown, 1950s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
This Brazilian Modern Bar in Hardwood & Party Motif Marquetry by unknown designer made in the 1950s in Brazil is nothing less than spectacular! The bar is made of three different wo...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Brass

Jean Dobré/ Tropicart. Rotating wooden platter, c. 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean Dobré/ Tropicart. Rotating wooden platter c. 1960 Signed at the fire Solid wood 10 x 46 x 46 cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Brazilian modernist Tray designed by Carlos Zipperer Sobr in inlaid wood, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
A splendid mid-20th century tray hand crafted in Brazil, as attested by the adhesive label still present on the back, which also bears the name of the manufacturer "Carlos Zipperer S...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, Walnut

Sergio Rodrigues. Wall shelf, c. 1965. Solid wood and wood veneer
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in PARIS, FR
This shelf is a classic creation by Sérgio Rodrigues in which we find the characteristics that have made him an icon of Brazilian and international design. As usual, the artist crea...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Steel

Musa King Bed in a Black and Oatmeal Fabric Combination
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The amazing designers from the Uultis team have fabricated this beautiful Musa king bed in an exquisite combination of black and oatmeal fabric with a sh...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Design Brésilien. Futuristic Pendant with 5 lamps, c. 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Brazilian design. Futuristic Pendant, c. 1960 Metal and glass 75 x 75 x 70 cm Suspension has five burners with chromed metal structure and two convex translucent glass trays.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Metal

1950's Brazilian "Boomerang" Lounge Chair by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
The Boomerang lounge chair by Jose Zanine Caldas is a special and unique piece of furniture, notable for its innovative use of materials, its elegant design, and the rich history of ...
Category

1950s Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, Brazil, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Available today, these Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Leather by Liceu de Artes made in Brazil during the 1960s are nothing less than spectacular! What makes this mid-cent...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Regia Occasional Table in Walnut Wood Finish Featuring White Glass, Set of 2
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The stunning Regia occasional tables consist of a set of two tables with varying diameters and heights. The tabletop is white glass that imitate...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Genuine Amethyst Crystal Cluster Mirror on Stand (3 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Our luxurious crystal mirror is created with the finest Brazilian Amethyst or Crystal Quartz Points, designed to bring magic and vibrancy to any space. Meticulously handcrafted, this...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Amethyst

1950's Brazilian "Linea Z" Lounge Chair by Jose Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
The "Linea Z" Lounge Chair by José Zanine Caldas, manufactured by Moveis Artisticos Z, is a remarkable piece of furniture that exemplifies the innovative and artistic approach of its...
Category

1950s Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Leather, Plywood

"Matungo" Stool, by Inês Schertel, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Inês Schertel
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Matungo Stool by Inês Schertel is a compelling example of Brazilian contemporary modern design that marries traditional techniques with a modern aesthetic. Schertel is known for ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin, Wool

Cappio Dining Chair in Walnut Wood Finish with Beige Fabric, set of 2
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Cappio chair highlights our beautiful walnut wood finish combined with a stunning beige fabric, this chair features a unique buckle design on the back of the seat. Our team at Uu...
Category

2010s Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1950's Brazilian Bookshelf by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The bookshelf by Jorge Zalszupin is unique and special due to its sophisticated use of materials, functional design, and the distinguished craftsmanship that characterizes Zalszupin'...
Category

1960s Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Jacaranda

"Lunarejo" Sheep Wool Basket, by Inês Schertel, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Inês Schertel
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This white wool basket by Inês Schertel is an exquisite illustration of Brazilian contemporary modern design. The piece is crafted using traditional methods, showcasing the organic a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Wool

1950's Brazilian Sofa Attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
The sofa attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli is unique and special due to its exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and the rich artistic heritage of its creator. Made of caviu...
Category

1950s Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960's Brazilian Desk Model « 1015 » by Geraldo de Barros Manufactured by Unilab
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
The Model 1015 desk by Geraldo de Barros is a unique and special piece of furniture, distinguished by its innovative use of materials, minimalist design, and the artistic vision of ...
Category

1960s Vintage Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950's Brazilian 'M1' Sofa by Branco & Preto
By Branco & Preto
Located in New York, NY
The M1 Sofa by Branco & Preto is a unique and special piece of furniture, distinguished by its innovative use of Brazilian materials and its reflection of a pivotal moment in mid-20t...
Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

"Joca" armchair modern and minimalist
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
When she created the Joca armchair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the work of master designer J...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Synthetic, Polyester, Wood

Jorge Zalszupin, Coffee Table "Componive"l, c. 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in PARIS, FR
The Componivel center table by Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin is a modern and elegant piece of furniture. It consists of a tempered glass top, a metal structure and solid wood le...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Furniture

Materials

Metal

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