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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
Libra Wall Lamp by Pedro Ávila - Linen
Located in São Paulo, BR
Introducing a new iteration of Libra – crafted from stainless steel and bronze, now reimagined with linen. This version explores the use of flax-derived linen instead of paper, makin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel

Pair of Natural Crystal Table Lamps, Signed by Demian Quincke
By Demian Quincke
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of natural crystal table lamps - Signed by Demian Quincke Natural crystal table lamps assembled and sculpted on casted brass base Dim...
Category

2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Rock Crystal, Brass

Folha Wall Lamp by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Through a fusion of functional and sculptural objects, Pedro channels the aesthetics of astronomical instruments and the cultural fascination with space exploration. Inspired by his ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel

Large White Quartz IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Large White Quartz IV Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 12 x H 12 cm Materials: White quartz, metal. Available in 9 cm or 12 cm. Available in different finishes. All our lamps...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Metal

Pedrita Floor Lamp, Brazilian Contemporary Design in Brazilian Stones
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
This is Pedrita floor lamp (Model S) and it is part of Pedrita lamp series. This floor lamp is made of a translucent quartz and green quartzite. Pedrita lamp series’ concept is based on an experimentation of Brazilian stones...
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2010s Other Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz

Floor Lamp, 1960s, Inspired by Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni Iconic Arco
By Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in New York, NY
This vintage floor lamp from the 1960s has a tubular shape and curved structure like a fishing rod. The base is a marble disk, and the light source is smooth and diffused, ideal for ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Marble, Steel, Chrome

Zinc Wall Light Curva
By Cultivado em Casa
Located in Floresta, MG
A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of the collection. Using this element of industrial origin and organic format, we seek to crea...
Category

2010s Minimalist Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Steel, Zinc

Lauder II Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Lauder II Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 8 x W 9 x H 20 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired accord...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Solitário Wall Sconce by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Solitário Wall Sconce by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: D 3 x W 7 x H 7 cm. Materials: Aluminum and crystal. Available in different aluminum color options. ...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Aluminum

Quartz and Bronze Wall Light I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz and Bronze Wall Light I by Aver Dimensions: W 18 x D 16 x H 27 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand blown glass, other. Also Available:...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal, Other

Untitled, 2019, Silk and Felted Wool Hanging Lamp by Inês Schertel, Brasil
By Inês Schertel
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
The contemporary textile designer Inês Schertel manufactures versatile items using a six thousand year old technique. Each piece is unique in color and form and are not woven as text...
Category

2010s Rustic Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Wool

Brass Buca G Ceiling Lamp by Studio Orth
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Buca G Ceiling Lamp by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 22 x D 22 x H 19 cm Materials: Cast metal. Finishes: Polished Cast Brass Weight: 3 kg. Also available in Polished Cast Aluminu...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal

Brazilian Mid‑Century Brass and Black‑White Enamel Articulated Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
A striking mid‑century Brazilian table lamp from the 1960s, executed in polished brass with an articulated double arm resting on a circular base. The adjustable conical shade, crafte...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage Midcentury Ceiling Lamp, Brass and Opaline Glass, Brazilian Design, 1960
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vela Wall Lamp by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
In the collection Delicadeza e Brutalidade, the sculptural furniture explores the essential duality between romance and violence, beauty and aggression. Materials such as marble, sta...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Aluminum

White Quartz Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
White Quartz Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 12 x W 12 x H 38 cm Materials: White quartz, metal. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired according to each co...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Metal

Pair of Amethyst Lamps, Demian Quincke
By Demian Quincke
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique pair of amethyst lamps, with approximately 170 brut rocks hand assembled on casted bronze base. 170 brut rocks. Weight: 14 kg. Internal ...
Category

2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Amethyst

Gramophone Sculpture
Located in Rio de Janeiro, BR
Handmade Steel Sculpture This series of vintage objects, created by artist Roberto Romero, is part of his personal journey as an itinerant artist who has traveled the world. Each pi...
Category

2010s Arts and Crafts Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal, Metallic Thread

Alegro Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Alegro Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 10 x W 15 x H 34 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wir...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Wood and Aluminum Luminária Moça Preta by Atelier Andre Ferri
Located in Geneve, CH
Wood and Aluminum Luminária Moça Preta by Atelier Andre Ferri Dimensions: W 95 x D 14 x H 29 cm. Materials: Wood, Aluminum. ANDRÉ FERRI André Ferri is from Belo Horizonte, born ...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by Lustres Pelotas, 1950 s
By Lustres Pelotas
Located in New York, NY
This piece, produced by Lustres Pelotas, is an authentic mid-century object. With its rounded forms and futuristic design, it evokes sophistication through its golden finish and eleg...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

Delphi VI Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi VI Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 112 x W 112 x H 24 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps ca...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Quartz Wall Sconce I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall sconce I by Aver Dimensions: W 4 x D 17 x H 35 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Also Available: Matte Blac...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal, Other

Set of 2 Natural Stone Wall Light 70 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Natural Stone Wall Light 70 by Aver Dimensions: W 4 x D 11 x H 70 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Aver Design...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal, Other

Pair of Vintage Table Lamps with Rose Motif, Unknown, 1960s – Lot 822
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage white satin glass table lamps with integrated lights in the base and gold floral pattern. Can operate the top bulb and base light separately or together. In great con...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal

Bubbles II Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Bubbles II Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 59 x W 100 x H 30 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Quartz Pendant Lamp II by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Pendant Lamp II by Aver Dimensions: D 85 x W 85 x H 25 cm Materials: Natural white quartz, metal, ceramic. Available in Gold Plated, Silver Plated, Aged Gold Plated, Aged Si...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Metal

Pair Rock Crystal Lamps on Silver Leaf Bases
Located in Dallas, TX
Very nice pair of rock crystal lamps with silver leaf bases from Brazil. These elegant lamps are perfect for adding a touch of luxury to any room in your home. The combination of the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Rock Crystal

Pair of Floor Lamps in Hardwood, Crystal Metal, Unknown, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
This floor lamp set is made in Brazilian rosewood, crystal and chrome. It was made in Brazil during the 1940s and is a great example of Brazilian Art Deco...
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1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Natural Stone Wall Sconce II by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural stone wall sconce II by Aver Dimensions: W 18 x D 10 x H 86 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand blown glass, other. Also Available: M...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal

Natural Stone Table Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural stone table lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 40 x H 85 cm Materials: Natural stone, metal. All our lamps can be wired according to each...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal, Metal

Mini Moselle Metal Wall Lamp with White Quartz And Raw Fabric Shade by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Mini Moselle Metal Wall Lamp with White Quartz And Raw Fabric Shade by Aver Dimensions: D 19 x W 15 x H 38 cm. Materials: White quartz, metal, and fabric. Available in different fin...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Metal

Pair of Natural Rock Crystal Lighting, Demian Quincke
By Demian Quincke
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of natural rock crystal hand assembled with 180 brut rocks hand assembled on casted brass base. Internal 3.5W Led light and two external Led 9W lamps. Total 12.5 W on each with ...
Category

2010s Organic Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Selenite Chandelier Lamp 100 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite chandelier lamp 100 by Aver Dimensions: D 100 x H 62 cm. Materials: Moroccan natural selenite rock, metal. Lighting: 16 x E14 Finishes: Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf, Warm Gold...
Category

2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Metal

Winter Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Winter Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 21 x W 45 x H 110 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired accord...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Carved II Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Carved II Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 4,5 x W 10 x H 150 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired ac...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Natural Stone Wall Sconce by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural stone wall sconce by Aver Dimensions: W 12 x D 15 x H 58 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Also Available: Matt...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Crystal

Candela IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Candela IV Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 15 x W 17 x H 17 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired acc...
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2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Mega Wall Sconce by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Mega Wall Sconce by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: D 7,5 x W 30 x H 30 cm. Materials: Aluminum. Available in different aluminum color options. Please contac...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Floor Lamp with Side Table, by John Graz, Brazilian Art Deco
By John Graz
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The side table with an integrated floor lamp, a masterful creation by John Graz, stands as a quintessential example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture design. This piece not only showcases the innovative use of local materials but also epitomizes the fusion of modernist design principles with traditional Brazilian craftsmanship. John Graz, a pivotal figure in Brazilian modernist design, introduced the Art Deco style to Brazil, significantly influencing the country's design aesthetic. Graz's work, including this side table and floor lamp...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Steel

Wood and Aluminum Luminária Pivô by Atelier Andre Ferri
Located in Geneve, CH
Wood and Aluminum Luminária Pivô by Atelier Andre Ferri Dimensions: W 125 x D 18 x H 113 cm. Materials: Wood, Aluminum. ANDRÉ FERRI André Ferri is from Belo Horizonte, born in 1...
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2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Selenite Chandelier 120 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite chandelier 120 by Aver. Dimensions: D 120 x H 80 cm. Materials: Selenite, metal. Available in other sizes. Designed by Marcele Murar...
Category

2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stone, Metal

Winter I Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Winter I Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 25 x W 22 x H 84 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired ac...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Winter VI Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Winter VI Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 45 x W 167 x H 30 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired ...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Imperial Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Imperial Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 50 x H 170 cm. Materials: Aluminum and fabric. Available in different aluminum color options. The ...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Wall Lamp by Rafael Triboli
Located in São Paulo, BR
Rafael Triboli’s new collection synthesizes the foundational aspects of his practice, bringing together techniques and resources that have long inhabited his repertoire, but now achi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Brazilian contemporary minimalist prewashed linen pendant - medium
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This pendant is named Acítara. It has three layers, one longer than the other, and it is made in prewashed white linen. The structure of the product is made of white alumnium. The ...
Category

2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Crystal Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Crystal chandelier lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 70 x W 70 x H 25 cm Materials: Nickel, Gold, Aged Gold. Clear, Satin, Golden. Crystal Rocks. Lighting: 16 x G9 Available in finishes: Silver Plated, Aged Silver Plated, Gold Plated, Aged Gold Plated. All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired for the USA for instance. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely handcrafted way and with very few resources in the family business. Over the years, the brand has grown and gained recognition. Today, our products are present in several projects by prestigious professionals, in addition to being resold in lighting boutiques in different regions of Brazil. Through its partners, Aver Metais has several participations in important design and architecture exhibitions. In 2015 the company started its internationalization process and today has clients and projects carried out in places like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, London, Cardiff, Hamburg, Manila, Santa Cruz de la Sierra...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Aluminum

Pair of Brazilian Chrome Table Lamps with Curved Stems and Conical Shades, 1970s
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
A pair of mid‑century Brazilian table lamps from the 1970s, crafted in chrome‑plated metal. Each lamp features a half‑sphere base, a gracefully curved stem, and an articulated conica...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Artemis II Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemis II Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 15 x H 75 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be ...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Large Custom Rock Crystal Basket Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Brazilian rock crystal basket chandelier, custom by FPM Chandelier, this chandelier can be custom made in any dimensions needed and any frame color, and...
Category

Early 20th Century Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Rock Crystal

Oslo II Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Oslo II Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 5,5 x W 12 x H 111 cm Materials: Smoked glass and metal. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired according ...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal

Curva Wall Lamp by Pedro Ávila
Located in São Paulo, BR
Through a fusion of functional and sculptural objects, Pedro channels the aesthetics of astronomical instruments and the cultural fascination with space exploration. Inspired by his ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Resin, Wood

Delphi I Large Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi I Large Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 4 x W 10 x H 17 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Selenite Chandelier by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite chandelier by Aver Dimensions: 80 x 80 x 60cm Materials: Aluminum and selenite Designed by Marcele Muraro, it is made of natural stones and in...
Category

2010s Art Deco Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Quartz, Aluminum

Brazilian contemporary acrylic and wood table lamp - small
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This table lamp is named Lichia. The product consists of a round acrylic diffuser and a wooden base. The base is made of wood, shaped in a rounded design and with a varnish finishin...
Category

2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Balancinha Swing Table Lamp in Stainless Steel by Tiago Curioni
By Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The obsession with playful, fun and interactive forms led to the creation of this minimal piece, but with a strong visual and sensory appeal. Made from polished stainless steel, it i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wall Lamp by Rafael Triboli
Located in São Paulo, BR
Rafael Triboli’s new collection synthesizes the foundational aspects of his practice, bringing together techniques and resources that have long inhabited his repertoire, but now achi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Selenite Pendant Lamp III by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite Pendant Lamp III by Aver Dimensions: Ø 83 x H 16.5 cm. Materials: Metal, selenite. Different finishes available: Rustic Bronze, Vintage Gold, Aged Copper Veneer, Onyx Venee...
Category

2010s Post-Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Metal, Other

Unique New natural Amber Rock crystals Fuego , Demian Quincke
By Demian Quincke
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique New natural Amber Rock crystals ''Fuego'', Demian Quincke Signed Design Artwork Dimensions: D 25 x H 38 cm Materials: Natural Amber Rock crystals points hand assembled over c...
Category

2010s Modern Brazilian Lighting

Materials

Brass

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