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Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Steel, Leather Wood Unknown, 1960s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
or office chair. A piece like this will look awesome in any contemporary, mid century modern, modern
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood Mohair, Jorge Jabour, Brazil 1960s
By Jorge Jabour
Located in New York, NY
replaced. Both functional and visually appealing, this set would complement any modern, mid-century, or
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Hardwood, Mohair

Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Modern Rosewood Executive Desk, c 1960s, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
hub for modern furniture development in Brazil. Among his notable designs are the Tonico armchair
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Swivel Chair in Black Leather, Jorge Zalszupin, 1973, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the late 1960s to meet Brazil’s rapidly expanding demand for modern corporate and
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Aluminum

Giuseppe Scapinelli Mid Century Brazilian Walnut Console Flip Top Dining Table
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Giuseppe Scapinelli Mid Century Brazilian Walnut Console Flip Top Dining Table This flip flap
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Brazilian Modern Bronze Snake Sculpture, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Brazilian modern bronze snake sculpture, 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Mid-Century Modern bowl.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern bowl crafted with meticulous detail.
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Hardwood

Brazilian Mid-Century Resin Encased Travertine Desk Organizer, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
holders, Brazil 1970s.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

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Travertine, Brass

Mid-Century Brazilian Armchairs by Rino Levi, Hardwood Boucle, 1960s
By Rino Levi
Located in New York, NY
important Brazilian modern design or for anchoring refined residential or institutional interiors. Brazil
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Hardwood

Brazilian Mid-Century Bronze Heron Sculptures - A Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Brazilian sculptures of two herons circa 1960s. Dimensions: Large - w3.25” d7” h14.75”
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Dram Mid-Century Modern Style Dry Bar in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
which add levity and delicacy. It is a mid-century modern inspired piece with a minimalist feel and
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Dry Bars

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Wood

Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood Boucle, Rino Levi , 1960s, Brazil
By Rino Levi
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this stunning sofa embodies the essence of Brazilian mid-century design
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Bouclé, Hardwood

Brazilian Mid-Century Wine holder in Hardwood Metal, Unknown, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
treasures within Brazilian design, which have yet to receive the recognition they deserve from the public
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Metal

Aran Mid-Century Modern style Dry Bar in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
overall aesthetic and mid-century modern style make it a striking piece that is imposing yet delicate and
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Dry Bars

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Brass

Brazilian Modern Leather Sofas and Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer, Lafer
Located in Rosendahl, DE
and a floating seat structure emphasize the clean, modern lines. A standout piece of mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

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Leather, Cherry

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood Yellow Boucle, Jorge Jabour, Brazil
By Jorge Jabour
Located in New York, NY
Móveis e Interiores Ltda. in the 1960s. Each chair features a structure entirely made in Brazilian
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Hardwood

Mid-Century Brazilian Coffee Table Attributed to Sergio Rodrigues, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A beautiful low Brazilian coffee table in Brazilian jacaranda/rosewood veneer. This table dates to
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Rosewood Credenza by Celina Decorações, Brazilian Mid-Century Design, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
a functional design. Celina Decorações signed one of the most modern lines of Brazilian furniture
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

Giuseppe Scapinelli Brazilian Modern Bar Cabinet
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Oakland, CA
Paulo, Brazil. This eye-catching and unique mid-century cabinet is crafted of Brazilian rosewood, and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Rosewood

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Bar Cart in Wood Glass
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This bar cart is a charming representation of mid-20th-century design, a period that witnessed a
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Glass, Hardwood

Brazilian Mid-Century Ottoman in Hardwood Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
workshop’s refined mid-century Brazilian craftsmanship, with clean lines, tapered legs, and a sturdy frame
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Leather, Hardwood

Wooden Shelve, by Zanine Caldas, Brazilian 20th Mid-Century Design
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This wooden shelf is a fine example of Brazilian design from the mid-20th century, by Zanine Caldas
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Chairs in Hardwood Beige Leather, Unknown, Brazil, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, This Mid-century Modern set of
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood Grey Velvet by Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
modern, mid-century modern or contemporary environment. The manufacturing label is not shown in the
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Ultrasuede, Hardwood

Mid-century Modern bar cabinet.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amazing Mid-Century Modern bar cabinet. The bar rests on four tall legs, which gives it an image of
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Hardwood

Brazilian Architectural Bowl Slatted Centerpiece Mid-Century like Oscar Niemeyer
By Joaquim Tenreiro, Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Made in Brazil, a hand-crafted footed centerpiece sculpture, truly an mid-century masterpiece. A
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

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Jacaranda

Brazilian Modern Armchair in Brown Leather Iron, Carlo Hauner, 1950s, Brazil
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern armchair in brown leather & iron, by Carlo Hauner, in Brazil
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Iron

Lounge Chair with Rounded Edges, by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
exemplifies Scapinelli's design ethos, which marries the organic forms characteristic of mid-century modern
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Hardwood

Concha Lounge Chair, by Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Brazilian furniture making during the mid-20th century.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Iron

Armchairs by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, Brazil 1950s.
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of armchairs designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, manufactured by Forma S/A in Brazil
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Iron

Eight Estrutural Structural Brazil Modern Chairs
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of eight dining chairs in the manner of Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992), Brazil, circa 1947
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Coffee Table Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Brazilian modern coffee table side table, Martin Eisler 1913-1977. This table has been carefully
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

1960 s Brazilian Modern Ice Bucket in Imbuia and Brazilian Rosewood
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this mid-century modern ice bucket that was made in the sixties is one of a kind
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Hardwood

Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner Round Brazilian Wood and Glass Coffee Table
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
diameter x 49 height cm. 23.50 in diameter x 19.3 height in. Literature Brazil Modern, the rediscovery of
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Brazilian Modern Desk in Cerejera Hardwood, Geraldo de Barros, 1970s Brazil
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this Mid-Century Modern Desk designed by Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto is is
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Chairs in Hardwood Leather by Rino Levi, Brazil, 1960s
By Rino Levi
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included. This set of Mid Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Sergio Rodrigues Cíntia Bench in solid wood, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
wood in original and creative ways, Rodrigues has earned his place among the most important mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood

Rosewood Bed by Celina Decorações, 1960s, Double Size, Mid-Century Brazilian
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
In the 1960s in Brazil, furniture with modern design gained more space within the intimate areas of
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Chairs in Caning and Metal by Carlo Hauner, 1950s, Brazil
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Available today, these Mid-Century Modern chairs in Caning and Metal designed by Carlo Hauner in
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Iron

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood Leather, Liceu de Artes, Brazil, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Brazil during the 1960s are nothing less than spectacular! What makes this mid-century pair of armchairs
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Mid-Century Costela Lounge Chair, Design by Unknown Artist, Brazil, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
'Rib' or 'Costela Lounge Chair Design by Unknown Artist Iron and Wood Brazil, 1950s Custom
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Iron

Rosewood Wall Bookshelf by Celina Decorações, Brazilian Mid-Century, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
of Brazilian modernist furniture design under Munis Zilberberg’s leadership. The company gained
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Rosewood

1950s Giuseppe Scapinelli Brazilian Dining Table or Console Table Mid Century
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Monrovia, CA
Giuseppe Scapinelli - Giuseppe Scapinelli Dining / Console Table. Gorgeous Brazilian Solid Peroba
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century "Lia" Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues: Brazilian Hardwood Iconic Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "Lia" armchair, created by the Brazilian architect and designer Sérgio Rodrigues in 1962, is an
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood, Fabric

Brazilian Mid-Century Sofa in Wood and Leather, Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Vanity with Stool in Hardwood, by Carlo Hauner, Brazil
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern Dresser and Stool in Hardwood, by Carlo Hauner is nothing
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Fabric, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern 4 Chair Set in Hardwood Cane, Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern chair set made in Brazilian rosewood and caning designed
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Hardwood

Brazilian Mid-Century Side Table with Three Legs in Hardwood, Unknown, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
This stunning three legged side table, attributed to an unknown Brazilian designer from around 1950
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Hardwood

Mid-Century Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-century bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s Structured in wood with a plywood top
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Plywood

Brazilian Modern Desk with Eight Drawers in Hardwood by Ava, 1960s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
: Ava Decoracoes Style: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period) Place of Origin: Brazil Date of Manufacture
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Hardwood

Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner Midcentury Brazilian Armchairs White Fabric Metal
By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Barcelona, ES
. 26 in x 35 in x 37h in. Literature Brazil Modern, the rediscovery of 20th century Brazilian
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

"Sheriff" Lounge Chair with ottoman, by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
a touch of Brazilian charm. Its form exudes both strength and grace, showcasing the designer's keen
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Pair of MP-51 Armchairs by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Percival Lafer
Located in Whitstable, GB
American and European mid-century modernism being designed at the time, taking on casual, puffed forms
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, 1962, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
piece an almost googie look that is unmistakably Mid-Century Modern. Sergio Rodrigues was a Brazilian
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Steel

Alex Coffee Table in Marble and Wood, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
adds to the table's aesthetic appeal with well-crafted fittings. This piece reflects the mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

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Stone, Marble

Kennedy Bahia Brazilian Modern Wall Tapestry, 1980s
By Kennedy Bahia
Located in Miami, FL
Woven wall tapestry by Brazilian textile artist Kennedy Bahia circa 1980. Hummingbird
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

Brazilian Mid Century Chairs in Hardwood Leather by Joaquim Tenreiro, c. 1950
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
functionality with artistic flair to create a focal point in any space. A set of Brazilian mid-century chairs
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

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Brazil Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Brazil mid century modern available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, rosewood and animal skin, every Brazil mid century modern was constructed with great care. There are 2595 variations of the antique or vintage Brazil mid century modern you’re looking for, while we also have 54 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Brazil mid century modern — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Brazil mid century modern made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made Brazil mid century modern has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Percival Lafer, Sergio Rodrigues and Jorge Zalszupin are consistently popular.

How Much is a Brazil Mid Century Modern?

The average selling price for a Brazil mid century modern at 1stDibs is $6,040, while they’re typically $20 on the low end and $115,000 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Questions About Brazil Mid Century Modern
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple. 

    Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller

    Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

    Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.

    Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.