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Percival Lafer Folding Rosewood Cocktail Tables, a Pair, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Culver City, CA
These cocktail tables are fabulous! Designed by Percival Lafer a Brazilian furniture designer known
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Glass, Rosewood

Brazilian Modern "Beg" Dining Table in Hardwood Metal Legs, Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
. The piece can be dismounted for easy transpoprtation. Sergio Rodrigues was a Brazilian furniture
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal

Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Hardwood Marble, Movies Cimo, c. 1950
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Willy Jung, in 1913, Santa Catarina, Brazil. From the 1930s to the 1970s Cimo was the largest furniture
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Marble

Extendable Brazilian Modern Dining Table in Caviuna Hardwood, Carlo Hauner 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
the primary designers for the iconic Brazilian furniture company Forma. They are most known for well
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood Mohair, Joaquim Tenreiro, c. 1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Tenreiro (1906–1992) was among the leading furniture designers and visual artists in Brazil during the mid
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Fabric, Mohair

Brazilian Modern Armchairs with Wheels in Hardwood Velvet, Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
purchased as a set or individually.  About the designer: Sergio Rodrigues was a Brazilian furniture
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Chrome

Brazilian Modern Set of 5 hardwood "Tiao" Dining Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, 1959
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Brazilian furniture designer and architect. Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1927, he studied architecture and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Faux Leather, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Móveis CIMO, 1960 s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Brazilian furniture making. The Sofa has been entirely restored and is in great condition, with its new
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Velvet, Imbuia

Brazilian Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs in Cane Iron by Carlo Hauner, c. 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Modernist design, establishing the iconic Brazilian Furniture company Forma as co-founders and head
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Iron

Jorge Zalszupin “720” Armchair in Jacaranda and Leather, Brazil, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
of 20th-century design to acquire a museum-worthy piece of Brazilian furniture history. Dimensions
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chairs in Bentwood, Cimo, c. 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
chapter in the history of Brazilian furniture making.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Bentwood

Set Six Dining Chairs in Hardwood Fabric, Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
are in excellent condition. This set is another example of the awesome furniture work in Brazil
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Hardwood, Fabric

Jean Gillon dinner table Italma Woodart Brazil 1965
By Jean Gillon
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Brazil in 1965 exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship that define mid-century Brazilian furniture
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Loveseat in Iron Fabric, Carlo Hauner, Brazil 1955
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
(1927-1997) and Martin Eisler (1913-1977) were the primary designers for the iconic Brazilian furniture
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Steel

Sculptural Coffee Table by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazilian Modernism, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
-Brazilian furniture designer who worked primarily in the mid-20th century. He was known for his elegant and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Glass, Hardwood

Mid-Century 1950 Vintage Zanine Caldas Armchair
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in London, GB
principles to create furniture and architectural works that embodied the essence of Brazilian culture. The
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Leather, Wood

50 s Dressing table with drawers, Móveis Cimo, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
last for generations to come. As an emblem of the golden age of Brazilian furniture design, this
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Burton Dining Table
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Whitstable, GB
Rodrigues (1927- 2014) has been called the father of Brazilian furniture, establishing his very own language
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Brass

Brazilian Modern Day Bed in Hardwood by Giuseppe Scapinelli, c. 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
for hotels in Brazil. The furniture gained countless variations of use by the hands of Giuseppe
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Rare "MP-01" Armchair, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
creations conquered the world and helped give new meaning to the idea of Brazilian furniture. This restored
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Wood

Brazilian Modern "Mucki" Bench in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, c. 1958
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
materials. Rodrigues, widely regarded as the father of modern Brazilian furniture, created pieces that
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Hardwood

Rounded Coffee Table in Solid Hardwood and Glass, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
. Their designs were part of a broader trend in Brazil, where architects designed furniture that was then
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Glass, Hardwood

Guarujá Dining Table, by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Modern Design
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Brazilian furniture design, was known for integrating traditional techniques with modern aesthetics. In the
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Concrete

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood Boucle, Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
era of Brazilian Modernist design, establishing the iconic Brazilian Furniture company Forma as co
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Bouclé, Hardwood

Percival Lafer Exotic Wood and Glass Coffee Table MP 97, 1970 s
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Lisboa, PT
creations ended up conquering the world, thus helping to give new meaning to the idea of Brazilian furniture.
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Glass, Smoked Glass, Wood

Architectural Desk in Iron and Wood, by Unilabor, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Unilabor
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Unilabor was an important Brazilian furniture manufacturer during the mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal, Steel

Percival Lafer s Lounge Chair model MP-61 in Maharam Leather and Rosewood, 1973
By Percival Lafer
Located in Seattle, WA
Brazilian furniture in the second half of the 20th century. Innovations in technique and form resulted in
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1970s South American Post-Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Leather, Fiberglass, Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood Fabric by Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
: Giuseppe Scapinelli was an Italian-Brazilian furniture designer who worked primarily in the mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Hardwood, Ultrasuede

1960 s Brazilian Modern Sofa “Concha” in Hardwood Fabric, by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
furniture designers and visual artists in mid-20th century Brazil. Tenreiro was born in Melo, Gouveia
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Brazilian Lounge Chairs by Móveis Novo Rumo, 1970s
By Novo Rumo
Located in Brasília, BR
manufactured by Móveis Novo Rumo, a Brazilian furniture company. Backrest and seat cushions have been redone
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal

Brazilian Armchair with Ottoman in Hardwood and Leather, Carlo Hauner, c. 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
iconic Brazilian Furniture company Forma as co-founders and head designers. Born in Brescia, Italy
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

"Vivi" Lounge Chair in Hardwood, Móveis Cantu, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Sergio Rodrigues was a Brazilian furniture designer known for his innovative use of materials and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Rosewood

Paraty´ Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Sergio Rodrigues, known for his significant contribution to modern Brazilian furniture design in the 20th
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood and Blue Fabric by Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
awesome furniture work in Brazil between the 40-70's decades. A sofa like this will look great in any type
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

“Cuiaba” Dining Set in Hardwood Ultrasuede, Sergio Rodrigues, 1970s, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
a Brazilian furniture designer and architect. Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1927, he studied
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Hardwood, Ultrasuede

Brazilian Modern Set of Four Chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, c. 1960s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
, one of the most iconic and influential Brazilian furniture companies during the mid-century Modernist
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Fabric, Cane, Hardwood

1950 s dresser with drawers, Móveis Cimo, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
last for generations to come. As an emblem of the golden age of Brazilian furniture design, this chest
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Wood

Pair of "Concha" Armchairs by Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler, Brasil, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Echt, NL
. Martin Eisler (Vienna, Austria, 1913 - São Paulo, Brazil, 1977) was an architect and furniture designer
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal

“Costella” Armchair in Hardwood Fabric att. to Martin Eisler, 1950’s Brazil
By Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Brazilian furniture company Forma. Their designs were characterized by their use of unusual materials such
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

Chair in Wood, Iron and Leather, by Michel Arnoult, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Michel Arnoult
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The chair designed by Michel Arnoult, a pivotal figure in the mid-20th-century Brazilian furniture
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Iron

Brazilian Mid-Century Set of Two Swivel Chairs by Forma, c. 1970s
By Forma
Located in New York, NY
(1913-1977) founded Forma Brazil, one of the most iconic and influential Brazilian furniture companies
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Aluminum

Brazilian Modern Floating Sideboard in Hardwood, Giuseppe Scapinelli, c. 1950
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
: Giuseppe Scapinelli was an Italian-Brazilian furniture designer who worked primarily in the mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Brass

Eight Dining Chair Set in Hardwood beige leather, Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
environment. About the designer: Giuseppe Scapinelli was an Italian-Brazilian furniture designer who worked
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Mid-Century 1950s Vintage Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler Side Tables
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
influential Brazilian furniture company Forma, established in 1953. Focused on industrial processes, their
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal

Joaquim Tenreiro Curva chairs set of 8 Brazil 1961
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
own company Tenreiro Movèis & Decorações, Brazil 1961. Tenreiro was a sculptor, painter, engraver and
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Cane, Rosewood

Set of Two Costela Lounge Chairs by M. Eisler and C. Hauner, Brazil, 1950 s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Uithoorn, NL
collectible example of mid-century Brazilian furniture, the Costela chair remains a sought-after piece due to
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal

Extendable Dining Table in Hardwood, Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s, Brazil
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
: Giuseppe Scapinelli was an Italian-Brazilian furniture designer who worked primarily in the mid-20th
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Hardwood

Desk with Painted Glass Top, Joaquim Tenreiro for Bloch Editors, Mid-Century
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
of Brazilian furniture design is evident in every facet of this magnificent desk. With its graceful
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Glass, Hardwood

Brazilian Midcentury Bar Cart in Wood by Carlo Hauner for Moveis Artesanal, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
design, establishing the iconic Brazilian Furniture company Forma as co-founders and head designers. Born
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal

Set Vintage, Midcentury Brazilian Coffee Table End Table by Móveis Cimo, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Lisse, NL
tables were manufactured in the 1960s by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer in Brazilian
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Bronze

Costela Style Lounge Black Chair
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Rediscovery of Twentieth-Century Brazilian Furniture, Chen, pg. 205 Movel Moderno Brasileiro, Olhares, ppg
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Late 20th Century European Organic Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal

Chest of Drawers in Solid Hardwood, by Móveis Cimo, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This chest of drawers is a classic example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture, manufactured by
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Hardwood

Costela Style Lounge White Chair after Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Rediscovery of Twentieth-Century Brazilian Furniture, Chen, pg. 205 Movel Moderno Brasileiro, Olhares, ppg
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Metal

Brazilian Modern Sofa“Caola” in Green fabric Hardwood, Sergio Rodrigues, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Brazilian furniture designer and architect. Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1927, he studied architecture and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

Odilon Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
design characteristics of the Brazilian furniture designer Sergio Rodrigues. It features a solid wood
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Brazilian Mid-Century Set of Two Chairs in Hardwood and Leather by Forma, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
influential Brazilian furniture companies during the mid-century Modernist movement. Forma Brazil embodied a
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Mid-20th Century Venezuelan Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Leather, Cane, Hardwood

Mid Century Modern Dining Table in Caviuna, Ernesto Hauner for Mobilinea, 1950s
By Ernesto Hauner
Located in New York, NY
celebrated Brazilian furniture company, Mobilinea. Built from solid Caviúna, the table showcases deep, warm
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Vintage Furniture

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Hardwood

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Brazilian Vintage Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of Brazilian vintage furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, rosewood and animal skin. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of Brazilian vintage furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of Brazilian vintage furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of Brazilian vintage furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Percival Lafer, Sergio Rodrigues and Jorge Zalszupin produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Brazilian Vintage Furniture?

A piece of Brazilian vintage furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,496, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $250,000.
Questions About Brazilian Vintage Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Many believe that vintage furniture is worth it. Vintage pieces can offer unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless beauty while making living spaces more unique. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in vintage furniture is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a range of vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture must be at least 20 years old to be considered vintage.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify vintage furniture, you'll need to determine if its production year was 20 to 99 years ago. One way to do so is to research your piece. Start by finding maker's marks and looking them up on trusted online resources. Once you know the maker, you can then learn more about its history and offerings to get a rough idea of the approximate age of your item. Another option is to ask a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer to date your furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of vintage furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To know if your Drexel furniture is vintage, examine its serial number, which you will usually find in a hidden spot, such as beneath a tabletop or on the back or bottom of a casegood. By cross-referencing this number with information available on trusted online resources, you should be able to estimate the year of production. Drexel furniture produced more than 20 years ago would qualify as vintage. If you need assistance with dating your piece, seek the advice of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Drexel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify Thomasville furniture, look for the maker's mark, usually found in a discreet place, such as under a seat or tabletop or on the base or back of casegoods. Thomasville typically stamped pieces with its wordmark, which may read "Thomasville Chair Company" or "Thomasville Furniture," depending on the age of your piece. To find out more about your piece, you can conduct research using trustworthy online resources. If you need help with identification, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Thomasville furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage wicker furniture, first try looking for a maker's marking, usually found under tabletops or seats. If you find a marking, you can use trusted online resources to determine which company or artisan crafted your furniture. Then, you can read further to determine when they were active and producing pieces like yours. To be vintage, your furniture must be at least 20 but no more than 99 years old. If you don't see a marking or have trouble conducting research, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you. Find an assortment of vintage wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Lane furniture, examine your piece in search of its date code. Most Lane furniture displays a series of numbers that tells you when it was made when read in reverse. For example, a piece that reads “2971120” would be “02 11 79,” indicating that Lane crafted it on February 11, 1979. To be considered vintage, a Lane furnishing must be at least 20 years old. For further assistance with making an identification, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Lane furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first step in determining if an item is vintage bamboo is to first make sure it’s bamboo. Bamboo is inflexible, so if there are curved shapes in the design it is actually rattan, not bamboo. Your next step is to understand the style of the piece of furniture, the brand, and look for telltale signs that it is an authentic piece from that brand. Shop a range of antique and modern bamboo furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify vintage patio furniture, start with the maker's markings. You will usually find stamps, tags or labels with the maker's name in hidden places, such as under seats and tabletops. By comparing the marking with images shared by trusted online resources, you can learn who produced your patio furniture. Then, you can continue your research to find out more about the style name, year of production and other characteristics. Typically, patio furniture must be at least 20 years old and no more than 99 years old to be categorized as vintage. For help with the identification process, turn to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a large collection of vintage patio furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To identify vintage Woodard patio furniture, look for the maker's markings. On three-piece sets, you'll typically find paper labels that bear the brand name underneath the cushions. Sofa and chair frames may also feature welded-on metal labels bearing the brand name. For wrought iron pieces, check the frame for an embossed "Woodard" mark. Once you find the markings, you can use trusted online resources to determine a rough idea of the age of your piece. Anything produced more than 20 years ago, but less than a century ago, is vintage. Pieces more than 100 years old are antique, while those made within the last two decades are contemporary. If you're unable to locate any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with identification and dating. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Woodard furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To find out how much vintage furniture is worth, look at the history of sale prices for comparable pieces on trusted online platforms. You can begin your research by determining the maker of your furniture. Since the condition of your furniture will also impact its value, you may also wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJuly 30, 2024
    One way to tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage is to look for markings that indicate who produced it. Markings may appear on the underside, back and legs of wrought iron tables and chairs. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer if you can't find markings or have difficulty dating a piece.

    Walter Lamb’s adventurous works and those of other mid-century designers noted for their seminal outdoor furniture — a list that includes Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green, Russell Woodard, Maurizio Tempestini for John B. Salterini and Richard Schultz for Knoll — is often found among the offerings of 1stDibs dealers.

    In colder regions, wrought iron, which can be left outdoors all year round, was the material of choice in outdoor furniture designs for the Atomic Age.

    Shop a variety of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.