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Pau Brazil

Boneco De Pau, Brazil, 1997

Boneco De Pau, Brazil, 1997

By Barnaby Hall

Located in Hudson, NY

ABOUT After 30 years of only exhibiting fine art photography, the Robin Rice Gallery is pleased to present a group exhibition featuring a selection of her gallery photographers and t...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Girl with Dog, Boneco de Pau, Brazil, 1995

Girl with Dog, Boneco de Pau, Brazil, 1995

By Barnaby Hall

Located in Hudson, NY

ABOUT After 30 years of only exhibiting fine art photography, the Robin Rice Gallery is pleased to present a group exhibition featuring a selection of her gallery photographers and t...

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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Pau Brasil, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s
Pau Brasil, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s

Pau Brasil, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s

By Móveis Pau Brasil

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of wood, metal and black white fabric lounge chairs produced by PauBra S.A., c. 1950s. Produced in the second iteration of the producers lifespan, when Lina Bo Bardi was succ...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Solid Pau Marfim Armchair, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern
Solid Pau Marfim Armchair, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern

Solid Pau Marfim Armchair, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern

By Móveis Pau Brasil

Located in New York, NY

Designed and manufactured in the 1950s, this lounge chairs was built in Solid Pau Marfim Wood. The chair has been fully restored and is in great condition.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Hardwood

Solid Pau Marfim Armchair, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern
Solid Pau Marfim Armchair, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern

Solid Pau Marfim Armchair, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern

By Móveis Pau Brasil

Located in New York, NY

Designed and manufactured in the 1950s, this lounge chairs was built in Solid Pau Marfim Wood. The legs and backrest have a "V” shaped structure that resembles a boomerang. The chai...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Hardwood

1950s Armchair by Fábrica de Móveis Pau Brasil, Brazilian Mid-century Modern
1950s Armchair by Fábrica de Móveis Pau Brasil, Brazilian Mid-century Modern

1950s Armchair by Fábrica de Móveis Pau Brasil, Brazilian Mid-century Modern

By Móveis Pau Brasil

Located in New York, NY

Designed and manufactured in the 1950s, this lounge chair was built in solid wood. It has been fully restored and is in great condition, with new upholstery made with Bossa Fabrics.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Hardwood

1950s Brazilian Modernist Bedside Tables in Pau Marfim & Pau Ferro
1950s Brazilian Modernist Bedside Tables in Pau Marfim & Pau Ferro

1950s Brazilian Modernist Bedside Tables in Pau Marfim & Pau Ferro

Located in PARIS, FR

Crafted from Pau Marfim and Pau Ferro woods with brass details, these bedside tables exemplify the sophistication and craftsmanship that characterized Brazilian furniture production ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

1950's Brazilian Pau Marfim Armchair
1950's Brazilian Pau Marfim Armchair

1950's Brazilian Pau Marfim Armchair

Located in Washington, DC

In original vintage condition, this handsome Brazilian chair from the 1950s is made of pau marfim wood with a style very reminiscent of the Lina Bo Bardi and Giancarlo Palanti C12 ch...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Brazilian Designer, Side Table, Marble, Pau Marfim, Metal, Brazil, 1950s
Brazilian Designer, Side Table, Marble, Pau Marfim, Metal, Brazil, 1950s

Brazilian Designer, Side Table, Marble, Pau Marfim, Metal, Brazil, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pau marfim wood, marble and metal side table designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Moveis Cimo, Coffee Table, Pau Marfim, Brazil, 1950s
Moveis Cimo, Coffee Table, Pau Marfim, Brazil, 1950s

Moveis Cimo, Coffee Table, Pau Marfim, Brazil, 1950s

By Moveis Cimo

Located in High Point, NC

A stack-laminated plywood and Pau Marfim coffee table or cocktail table produced by Moveis Cimo, Brazil, c. 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Brazilian Modern Accent Table in Rosewood & Pau Marfim by Cimo, Brazil, 1950s
Brazilian Modern Accent Table in Rosewood & Pau Marfim by Cimo, Brazil, 1950s

Brazilian Modern Accent Table in Rosewood & Pau Marfim by Cimo, Brazil, 1950s

By Moveis Cimo

Located in New York, NY

The body and side panels are executed in richly figured Brazilian rosewood (Jacarandá), prized for its dramatic grain movement and deep chocolate-brown coloration, while the drawer f...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Bookshelf in Ebonized Pau Marfim with Bronze Sabots, Valerio
Brazilian Modern Bookshelf in Ebonized Pau Marfim with Bronze Sabots, Valerio

Brazilian Modern Bookshelf in Ebonized Pau Marfim with Bronze Sabots, Valerio

Located in New York, NY

The combination of ebonized pau marfim, warm shelving surfaces, and bronze sabots reflects the Brazilian modernist commitment to honest materials elevated through proportion and craft.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Bronze

Solid Pau Marfim Lounge chairs, Unknown, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern
Solid Pau Marfim Lounge chairs, Unknown, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern

Solid Pau Marfim Lounge chairs, Unknown, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-century Modern

Located in New York, NY

Designed and manufactured in the 1950s, these lounge chairs were built in Solid Pau Marfim Wood. The legs and backrest have a "V” shaped structure that resembles a boomerang. Solid w...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Hardwood

Iconic Leve Armchair in Pau Marfim, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1942, Midcentury Brazil
Iconic Leve Armchair in Pau Marfim, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1942, Midcentury Brazil

Iconic Leve Armchair in Pau Marfim, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1942, Midcentury Brazil

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in New York, NY

The Leve armchair is one of the fundamental pieces in Brazilian Modern design history. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) in 1942, it is considered by its author his first and ...

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Vintage 1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Brazilian Modern Set of 8 Chairs in Pau Marfim & Mohair, Giuseppe Scapinelli
Brazilian Modern Set of 8 Chairs in Pau Marfim & Mohair, Giuseppe Scapinelli

Brazilian Modern Set of 8 Chairs in Pau Marfim & Mohair, Giuseppe Scapinelli

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional set of eight Brazilian Modern dining chairs designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli in the 1950s, masterfully crafted in beautifully aged Pau Marfim (Brazilian ivory wood) and...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Hardwood

Brazilian Modernist Lounge Chair in Ebony-Stained Pau Marfim in Bouclé, 1950s
Brazilian Modernist Lounge Chair in Ebony-Stained Pau Marfim in Bouclé, 1950s

Brazilian Modernist Lounge Chair in Ebony-Stained Pau Marfim in Bouclé, 1950s

Located in New York, NY

A sculptural Brazilian Modernist lounge chair from the 1950s defined by its bold, architectural stance and exceptional material contrast.

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Hardwood

Brazilian Bar in Imbuia, Roxinho & Pau Marfim with Party Motif Marquetry, 1950s
Brazilian Bar in Imbuia, Roxinho & Pau Marfim with Party Motif Marquetry, 1950s

Brazilian Bar in Imbuia, Roxinho & Pau Marfim with Party Motif Marquetry, 1950s

Located in New York, NY

A museum-worthy Brazilian bar cabinet executed in three noble woods—Imbuia, Roxinho, and Pau Marfim—celebrating the decorative exuberance of 1950s Brazilian modern design.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

1950's Brazilian Mohair and Pau Marfim wood Armchairs attributed to Pierre Weckx
1950's Brazilian Mohair and Pau Marfim wood Armchairs attributed to Pierre Weckx

1950's Brazilian Mohair and Pau Marfim wood Armchairs attributed to Pierre Weckx

Located in Austin, TX

This elegant 1950s armchair attributed Pierre Weckx exemplifies the inventive craftsmanship and modernist clarity that characterized Brazil’s design renaissance in the mid-century pe...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for Forma 'Concha' Lounge Chairs
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for Forma 'Concha' Lounge Chairs

Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for Forma 'Concha' Lounge Chairs

Located in Waalwijk, NL

In 1951, the Hauner brothers bought Lina Bo Bardi and Pietro Bardi's Pau-Brazil factory, which was renamed Móveis Artesanal.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Lounge Chairs in Blue and Red Upholstery
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Lounge Chairs in Blue and Red Upholstery

Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Lounge Chairs in Blue and Red Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

In 1951, the Hauner brothers bought Lina Bo Bardi and Pietro Bardi's Pau-Brazil factory, which was renamed Móveis Artesanal.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

João Do Pau Nest Wall Separating + Sculpture by Mameluca
João Do Pau Nest Wall Separating + Sculpture by Mameluca

João Do Pau Nest Wall Separating + Sculpture by Mameluca

Located in Geneve, CH

João do Pau Nest wall separating + sculpture by Mameluca Material: Vime Branches, Pallets, others Dimensions: D 300x H 250 cm Birds build huge nests with twigs (reason of common...

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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Other

Giuseppe Scapinelli, Armchair, c. 1950 Pau Marfim wood and white cotton fabric
Giuseppe Scapinelli, Armchair, c. 1950 Pau Marfim wood and white cotton fabric

Giuseppe Scapinelli, Armchair, c. 1950 Pau Marfim wood and white cotton fabric

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in PARIS, FR

Giuseppe Scapinelli 1911-1982 Fauteuil/ Armchair, c. 1950 Bois Pau Marfim et tissu en coton blanc - Donatelli Editeur Pau Marfim wood and white cotton fabric - Donatelli Publisher 87...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

"1960" Contemporary Console Table in Pau Ferro Wood by Bruno Rangel
"1960" Contemporary Console Table in Pau Ferro Wood by Bruno Rangel

"1960" Contemporary Console Table in Pau Ferro Wood by Bruno Rangel

By Vermeil

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Designer Bruno Rangel. This console is made of Pau Ferro wood with brass details, it draws inspiration from the 1960s design. Finishing: Polyurethane varnish or lacquer, matte...

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2010s Brazilian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood and Bouclé, Unknown, Brazil, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood and Bouclé, Unknown, Brazil, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood and Bouclé, Unknown, Brazil, 1960s

Located in New York, NY

The frame, executed in pau marfim (Brazilian ivorywood), has been finished in a deep ebony tone with a satin-matte surface that absorbs light rather than reflects it.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Hardwood

Side Table with a Swivel Top in Pau Marfim & Ebony Finish, c.1950s
Side Table with a Swivel Top in Pau Marfim & Ebony Finish, c.1950s

Side Table with a Swivel Top in Pau Marfim & Ebony Finish, c.1950s

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in New York, NY

Unattributed, Brazil, c. 1950s. This compact side table exemplifies mid-century Brazilian restraint — an economical, sculptural object in which a rotating top and two-tier plan are r...

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Single armchair Designed by Lina Bo Bardi, Brazil, 1959
Single armchair Designed by Lina Bo Bardi, Brazil, 1959

Single armchair Designed by Lina Bo Bardi, Brazil, 1959

By Lina Bo Bardi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Single armchair Designed by Lina Bo Bardi Manufactured by Pau Bra Brazil, 1959 Measurements 56 cm x 72 cm x 79h cm 22 in x 28,5 in x 31h in Provenance Private collection, Sao Paulo

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Organic Shape Chair by Móveis Cimo, Ivory Wood, Mid-Century Modern
Organic Shape Chair by Móveis Cimo, Ivory Wood, Mid-Century Modern

Organic Shape Chair by Móveis Cimo, Ivory Wood, Mid-Century Modern

By Moveis Cimo

Located in Whitstable, GB

Small curved chair with organic shaped ivory wood base, 'Pau Marfim'. Brazil, 1950s. The wooden frame is really eye catching; the organic shape frame is divided into three parts, wit...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style in Color Painted Steel and wood natural
"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style in Color Painted Steel and wood natural

"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style in Color Painted Steel and wood natural

By Alessandra Delgado

Located in Alto da Lapa, SP

Both trays come in laminate MDF from natural wood such as brazilian species like pau ferro, freijó and also oak, walnut.

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Steel

"Lola" Bar Cart Modernist Style Painted Steel natural wood and removable mirror
"Lola" Bar Cart Modernist Style Painted Steel natural wood and removable mirror

"Lola" Bar Cart Modernist Style Painted Steel natural wood and removable mirror

By Alessandra Delgado

Located in Alto da Lapa, SP

Both trays come in veneer natural wood such as Brazilian species like pau Ferro, freijó and also oak, walnut, or mirror available in silver or bronze tones.

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Steel

18th Century Marquetry Bureau Secretary in Rosewood
18th Century Marquetry Bureau Secretary in Rosewood

18th Century Marquetry Bureau Secretary in Rosewood

Located in Lisboa, PT

Crafted in solid pau-santo (Brazilian rosewood), this writing cabinet exemplifies the refined cabinetmaking tradition of Lisbon workshops in the second half of the 18th century.

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Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

18th century Rosewood Commode
18th century Rosewood Commode

18th century Rosewood Commode

Located in Lisboa, PT

José I / Portuguese Rococo Materials: Solid pau-santo (Brazilian rosewood), gilt bronze hardware Dimensions: Height 88 cm (34.6 in); Width 124 cm (48.8 in); Depth 61.5 cm (24.2 in) ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Portuguese Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Exceptionally rare 18th Century  “Coiffeuse” chair
Exceptionally rare 18th Century  “Coiffeuse” chair

Exceptionally rare 18th Century “Coiffeuse” chair

Located in Lisboa, PT

Maria I (1777-1816) period “Coiffeuse” side chair, dating from the late 18th century, crafted in Pau-Santo (Brazilian rosewood), a highly prized tropical hardwood known for its rich ...

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Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

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Tonico Sofa in Pau Ferro
Tonico Sofa in Pau Ferro

Tonico Sofa in Pau Ferro

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H 96 in W 207 in D 81 in

Tonico Sofa in Pau Ferro

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Our collection aims to reunite Brazilian design production. Comprised of mid-century designers such as Joaquim Tenreiro, Lina Bo Bardi, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, Jorge Zalszupin, ...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

"Fina" Minimalist Coffee Table in Pau Ferro Wood
"Fina" Minimalist Coffee Table in Pau Ferro Wood

"Fina" Minimalist Coffee Table in Pau Ferro Wood

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H 13.78 in W 45.67 in D 29.53 in

"Fina" Minimalist Coffee Table in Pau Ferro Wood

By Roberta Rampazzo

Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo

This coffee table designed by Roberta Rampazzo and produced by the high-end Brazilian company Vermeil. The Minimalist wooden table is made in Pau Ferro wood and is an elegant, clean ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

"Fina" Minimalist Side Table in Pau Ferro Wood
"Fina" Minimalist Side Table in Pau Ferro Wood

"Fina" Minimalist Side Table in Pau Ferro Wood

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H 21.66 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in

"Fina" Minimalist Side Table in Pau Ferro Wood

By Roberta Rampazzo

Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo

This Minimalist side table was designed by Roberta Rampazzo and produced by the high-end Brazilian company Vermeil, the side table is a very elegant, clean and timeless piece with st...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Other Furniture

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Pao Ferro Chest of Drawers Ministratos, Fermín Verdeguer for Darc 2012
Art Deco Pao Ferro Chest of Drawers Ministratos, Fermín Verdeguer for Darc 2012

Art Deco Pao Ferro Chest of Drawers Ministratos, Fermín Verdeguer for Darc 2012

By Fermín Verdeguer, Darc

Located in Valencia, Valencia

Pao Ferro wood, Libidibia ferrea, formerly Caesalpinia ferrea, and commonly known as Pau Ferro, Brazilian ironwood, Morado, or leopard tree, is a tree found in Brazil and Bolivia.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Minimalist Modern Pao Ferro Side Table Twenty by Fermín Verdeguer for Darc 2012
Minimalist Modern Pao Ferro Side Table Twenty by Fermín Verdeguer for Darc 2012

Minimalist Modern Pao Ferro Side Table Twenty by Fermín Verdeguer for Darc 2012

By Fermín Verdeguer, Darc

Located in Valencia, Valencia

Pao Ferro wood: Libidibia ferrea, formerly Caesalpinia ferrea, and commonly known as Pau Ferro, Brazilian ironwood, Morado, or leopard tree, is a tree found in Brazil and Bolivia.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Very large sculpture by Elvio Becheroni, 1991
Very large sculpture by Elvio Becheroni, 1991

Very large sculpture by Elvio Becheroni, 1991

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H 92.52 in W 74.81 in D 15.75 in

Very large sculpture by Elvio Becheroni, 1991

By Elvio Becheroni

Located in ROUEN, FR

Very large sculpture by Elvio Becheroni (Italy 1934 - 2000) "L'albero dei sette coltelli" from the "Amazzonia" series Sao Paulo, 1991 190 x 40 x 235 cm Wood, Pau brazil The sculpture...

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1990s Brazilian Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Bench slatted in solid Pau Marfim, Brazil, 60s.
Bench slatted in solid Pau Marfim, Brazil, 60s.

Bench slatted in solid Pau Marfim, Brazil, 60s.

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H 14.18 in W 86.62 in D 23.63 in

Bench slatted in solid Pau Marfim, Brazil, 60s.

Located in Curitiba, PR

Big bench slatted in solid Pau Marfim, manufactured in Brazil, original from 1960.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

José Zanine Caldas, Armchairs, Mohair, Pau Marfim, Brazil, 1950s
José Zanine Caldas, Armchairs, Mohair, Pau Marfim, Brazil, 1950s

José Zanine Caldas, Armchairs, Mohair, Pau Marfim, Brazil, 1950s

By José Zanine Caldas, Mòveis Artisticos Z

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of Pau Marfim wood and brown beige mohair "Kid" armchairs designed by José Zanine Caldas and produced by Móveis Artisticos Z, Brazil, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

José Zanine Caldas, Lounge Chairs, Pau Marfim, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s
José Zanine Caldas, Lounge Chairs, Pau Marfim, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s

José Zanine Caldas, Lounge Chairs, Pau Marfim, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s

By José Zanine Caldas, Mòveis Artisticos Z

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of green velvet and pau marfim wood "Kid" lounge chairs designed by José Zanine Caldas and produced by Móveis Artisticos Z, Brazil, 1950s. 17“ seat height

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Velvet, Hardwood

Brazilian Pau Marfim and Caviúna Slatted Bench or Coffee Table
Brazilian Pau Marfim and Caviúna Slatted Bench or Coffee Table

Brazilian Pau Marfim and Caviúna Slatted Bench or Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully executed slatted bench or coffee table which has been newly imported from a private collector in Brazil. Fabricated from Pau Marfim and Caviúna (Brazilian Rosewood) this ...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Side Table in Pau Marfim and Ebonized Wood, Brazil, 1950s
Side Table in Pau Marfim and Ebonized Wood, Brazil, 1950s

Side Table in Pau Marfim and Ebonized Wood, Brazil, 1950s

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Cute auxiliary table in two tones of wood.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

1950s Brazilian Modern Armchair in Pau Marfim Wood & Green Mohair, Pierre Weckxx
1950s Brazilian Modern Armchair in Pau Marfim Wood & Green Mohair, Pierre Weckxx

1950s Brazilian Modern Armchair in Pau Marfim Wood & Green Mohair, Pierre Weckxx

Located in New York, NY

The frame is crafted in Pau Marfim, a hardwood prized for its warm tone, durability, and subtle, linear grain.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood, Mohair

Giuseppe Scapinelli Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Brazilian Pau Marfim Wood
Giuseppe Scapinelli Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Brazilian Pau Marfim Wood

Giuseppe Scapinelli Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Brazilian Pau Marfim Wood

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in Astoria, NY

Mid-Century Modern circular coffee table from the 1950s by Giuseppe Scapinelli in Brazilian pau marfim wood. Features a small lower circular shelf with four stylized legs radiating o...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

José Zanine Caldas “Z” Armchair in Pau Marfim and Olive Mohair, Brazil, 1950s
José Zanine Caldas “Z” Armchair in Pau Marfim and Olive Mohair, Brazil, 1950s

José Zanine Caldas “Z” Armchair in Pau Marfim and Olive Mohair, Brazil, 1950s

By José Zanine Caldas

Located in New York, NY

Against the Pau Marfim frame, the olive upholstery creates an exceptionally rich and collected palette characteristic of the most refined Brazilian interiors of the period.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood, Mohair

Joaquim Tenreiro Free-Form Sofa in Pau Marfim Wood, Brazil, Late 1950s
Joaquim Tenreiro Free-Form Sofa in Pau Marfim Wood, Brazil, Late 1950s

Joaquim Tenreiro Free-Form Sofa in Pau Marfim Wood, Brazil, Late 1950s

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This beautiful free-form sofa has the structure built in Pau Marfim wood, with sturdy faceted splayed legs. The floating back design is sustained by two poles that are made from the ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Hardwood

“Z” Armchair in Pau Marfim Wood & Bouclé by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s
“Z” Armchair in Pau Marfim Wood & Bouclé by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s

“Z” Armchair in Pau Marfim Wood & Bouclé by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s

By José Zanine Caldas

Located in New York, NY

It stands as a timeless statement piece, equally compelling on its own or in dialogue with other icons of Brazilian modern design.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Hardwood

Pair of Lina Bo Bardi "Tridente" Chairs in Pau Marfim, Brazil early 1950s
Pair of Lina Bo Bardi "Tridente" Chairs in Pau Marfim, Brazil early 1950s

Pair of Lina Bo Bardi "Tridente" Chairs in Pau Marfim, Brazil early 1950s

By Lina Bo Bardi

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Rare pair of "Tridente" chairs by Lina Bo Bardi, in solid Pau Marfim wood. Faded red cotton upholstery over brand new cushions. The wood has received new finishing without any remova...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

1950s "Tesoura" Chair in Pau Marfim Wood by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil Modern
1950s "Tesoura" Chair in Pau Marfim Wood by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil Modern

1950s "Tesoura" Chair in Pau Marfim Wood by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil Modern

By José Zanine Caldas

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Recently refinished, this Classic Zanine design is in amazing conditions. Original screws are in great shape.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

1950s Bench / Auxiliary Table in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil
1950s Bench / Auxiliary Table in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil

1950s Bench / Auxiliary Table in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil

By Acácio Gil Borsoi

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Huge table or bench made of vertical Pau Marfim slats, with magazine holder underneath and a formica top table to the right side.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

1950s Chair in Pau Marfim Wood and Blue Vinyl by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil
1950s Chair in Pau Marfim Wood and Blue Vinyl by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil

1950s Chair in Pau Marfim Wood and Blue Vinyl by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil

By José Zanine Caldas

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This model chair is quite harder to find than the regular "tesoura" chairs, and is still in full original condition, including vinyl fabric with no fadings.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

1950s Pair of Lounge Chairs in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil
1950s Pair of Lounge Chairs in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil

1950s Pair of Lounge Chairs in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil

By Acácio Gil Borsoi

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

In 2017, we discovered a collection of Mid-Century Modern pieces in a house in front of the beach in João Pessoa, Paraíba, Northeast of Brazil. We acquired the collection because of ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of Club Chairs and Settee in Pau Marfim and Velvet, Brazil, Early 1950s
Set of Club Chairs and Settee in Pau Marfim and Velvet, Brazil, Early 1950s

Set of Club Chairs and Settee in Pau Marfim and Velvet, Brazil, Early 1950s

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This beautiful set has the style and looks of early pieces designed by Hauner / Eisler. Brass details on the feet make it for extra luxury. New 100% cotton velvet upholstery, in two ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Settees

1958 Two-Tone Blue Sofa in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil Modern
1958 Two-Tone Blue Sofa in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil Modern

1958 Two-Tone Blue Sofa in Pau Marfim Wood by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil Modern

By Acácio Gil Borsoi

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This exquisite and unique sofa is constructed in solid Pau Marfim wood, and has three seats distributed asymmetrically, leaving a gap in one side that can be used as a table.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Hardwood

1950's Slat Bench in Pau Marfim and Wrought Iron by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil
1950's Slat Bench in Pau Marfim and Wrought Iron by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil

1950's Slat Bench in Pau Marfim and Wrought Iron by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Amazing 1950's bench made of Pau Marfim rods / slats. Formica table top is fixed to the side, and wrought iron holds everything together in a very light structure.

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Mid-20th Century Benches

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Wrought Iron

Joaquim Tenreiro, Poltrona Leve, Pau Marfim Ebonized, 1942
Joaquim Tenreiro, Poltrona Leve, Pau Marfim Ebonized, 1942

Joaquim Tenreiro, Poltrona Leve, Pau Marfim Ebonized, 1942

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in Zürich, CH

Joaquim Tenreiro Armchair "Poltrona Leve” Manufactured by Langenbach & Tenreiro Ltda Brazil, 1942 Pau Marfim, ebonized, upholstery Measurements 60 cm x 76 cm x 76 H cm 23.5 ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

1960s Brazilian Armchairs
1960s Brazilian Armchairs

1960s Brazilian Armchairs

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H 28.75 in W 27.56 in D 29.93 in

1960s Brazilian Armchairs

Located in Paris, FR

1960s Brazilian armchairs, pau santo wood, recently reupholstered.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Armchairs

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Wood

Carlo Hauner for Forma, Pair of Side Tables in Pau Marfim Wood
Carlo Hauner for Forma, Pair of Side Tables in Pau Marfim Wood

Carlo Hauner for Forma, Pair of Side Tables in Pau Marfim Wood

By Carlo Hauner

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Pair of side tables with two doors made in pau marfim wood. It have a stamp of loja Interiors on the bottom.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood

Moveis Cimo. Sideboard, c. 1950. Veneer in Caviuna and Pau Marfim
Moveis Cimo. Sideboard, c. 1950. Veneer in Caviuna and Pau Marfim

Moveis Cimo. Sideboard, c. 1950. Veneer in Caviuna and Pau Marfim

By Moveis Cimo

Located in PARIS, FR

This Moveis Cimo row is composed mainly of Caviuna and Pau Marfim wood veneer on solid Caviuna. It rests on two legs designed in a resolutely modern way.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Metal, Brass

Joaquim Tenreiro. Mid-Century Modern Pair of Side Tables in Pau Marfim Wood
Joaquim Tenreiro. Mid-Century Modern Pair of Side Tables in Pau Marfim Wood

Joaquim Tenreiro. Mid-Century Modern Pair of Side Tables in Pau Marfim Wood

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Pair of rare side tables made in pau marfim wood, extremely sophisticated. They demonstrate both the excellence of the woodwork and the artistic genius of the Brazilian designer Joaq...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood

Rare Rosewood "Petalas Pau Ferro" Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin for L'atelier
Rare Rosewood "Petalas Pau Ferro" Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin for L'atelier

Rare Rosewood "Petalas Pau Ferro" Coffee Table by Jorge Zalszupin for L'atelier

By L’Atelier, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A large and impressive ‘Petalas’ coffee table in very good condition designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L’Atelier, Brazil, 1959. The table is formed by e...

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20th Century Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Moveis Cimo. Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Imbuia and Pau Marfim Wood
Moveis Cimo. Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Imbuia and Pau Marfim Wood

Moveis Cimo. Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Imbuia and Pau Marfim Wood

By Moveis Cimo

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This is a very rare table by Móveis Cimo, constructed in an exclusive plywood made out of pau marfim and imbuia; graciously sculptural and in an organic concept.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Walnut, Plywood

Pair of Armchairs in Pau Marfim & Olive Green Mohair, Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazi
Pair of Armchairs in Pau Marfim & Olive Green Mohair, Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazi

Pair of Armchairs in Pau Marfim & Olive Green Mohair, Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazi

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in New York, NY

Executed in pau marfim (ivory-toned Brazilian hardwood), this pair of armchairs by Giuseppe Scapinelli embodies the sculptural discipline and structural elegance that define Brazilia...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Mohair, Hardwood

Brazilian Pau Marfim Console Table
Brazilian Pau Marfim Console Table

Brazilian Pau Marfim Console Table

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H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in

Brazilian Pau Marfim Console Table

Located in Astoria, NY

A Brazilian modern console table, crafted from pau marfim wood, on bow legged base, circa 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Brazilian Pau Marfim Wood
Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Brazilian Pau Marfim Wood

Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Brazilian Pau Marfim Wood

Located in Astoria, NY

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern armchairs in pau marfim wood with recently reupholstered seats.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Cotton, Wood

Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Early Edition 'Reversible' Chair in Leather
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Early Edition 'Reversible' Chair in Leather

Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Early Edition 'Reversible' Chair in Leather

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in Waalwijk, NL

In 1951, the Hauner brothers bought Lina Bo Bardi and Pietro Bardi's Pau-Brazil factory, which would be renamed after Móveis Artesenal.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Brass, Iron

Giuseppe Scapinelli, Coffee Table Made of Solid Pau Marfim Wood with Glass Top
Giuseppe Scapinelli, Coffee Table Made of Solid Pau Marfim Wood with Glass Top

Giuseppe Scapinelli, Coffee Table Made of Solid Pau Marfim Wood with Glass Top

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Amazing biormorphic shaped Brazilian modern design furniture item. This coffee is table made of solid pau marfim wood with glass top.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-century Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Modern Lounge Chair
Mid-century Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Modern Lounge Chair

Mid-century Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Modern Lounge Chair

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Oakland, CA

The Sergio Rodrigues Tonico lounge chair, produced by OCA/Meia-Pataca in 1962, features a frame constructed of solid Pau Ferro wood, a Brazilian hardwood known for its beautiful redd...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wood

Pair of "Curva" Armchair, attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s
Pair of "Curva" Armchair, attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s

Pair of "Curva" Armchair, attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in New York, NY

A pair of curved armchairs designed attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro Shell-shaped seat wooden frame in original condition, produced circa the 1960s, raised on tapered legs in Brazili...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Rosewood

"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style Cooper Color Painted Steel and Walnut Woodwork
"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style Cooper Color Painted Steel and Walnut Woodwork

"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style Cooper Color Painted Steel and Walnut Woodwork

By Alessandra Delgado

Located in Alto da Lapa, SP

Both trays come in laminate MDF from natural wood such as brazilian species like pau ferro, freijó and also oak, walnut.

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Steel

Pau Marfim Console/Sideboard,  Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Pau Marfim Console/Sideboard,  Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Pau Marfim Console/Sideboard, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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H 30.32 in W 63 in D 17.33 in

Pau Marfim Console/Sideboard, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Located in London, London

Pau Marfim Console/Sideboard, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Console Tables

Unusual Pau Marfim Wood Bench, Rio, Brazil, 1960`s
Unusual Pau Marfim Wood Bench, Rio, Brazil, 1960`s

Unusual Pau Marfim Wood Bench, Rio, Brazil, 1960`s

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H 18.51 in W 78.75 in D 18.51 in

Unusual Pau Marfim Wood Bench, Rio, Brazil, 1960`s

Located in London, London

Unusual Pau Marfim Wood Bench, Rio, Brazil, 1960s This is the first time we have chanced upon this particular rounded bench.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Benches

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Metal

Set of 6 Pau Marfim Wood Dining Chairs & Table, 1950's Brazil
Set of 6 Pau Marfim Wood Dining Chairs & Table, 1950's Brazil

Set of 6 Pau Marfim Wood Dining Chairs & Table, 1950's Brazil

Located in London, London

Set of Six Pau Marfim Wood Dining Chairs and Dining Table, 1950's Brazil.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Sets

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Wood, Fabric, Glass

Black Lacquer Pau Marfim Low Centre Table
Black Lacquer Pau Marfim Low Centre Table

Black Lacquer Pau Marfim Low Centre Table

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H 12.6 in W 39 in D 19.3 in

Black Lacquer Pau Marfim Low Centre Table

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in London, London

Black lacquer Pau Marfim low centre table attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Center Tables

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Glass, Wood

Pau Marfim Wood Centre Table, 1950`s, Brasilia,
Pau Marfim Wood Centre Table, 1950`s, Brasilia,

Pau Marfim Wood Centre Table, 1950`s, Brasilia,

Located in London, London

Caviuna Wood Centre Table, 1950`s, Brasilia, Brazil

Just simple and stylish

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Pau Marfim Wood Arm Chairs attributed to Rino Levi
Pair of Pau Marfim Wood Arm Chairs attributed to Rino Levi

Pair of Pau Marfim Wood Arm Chairs attributed to Rino Levi

Located in London, London

Pair of Pau Marfim Wood Arm Chairs attributed to Rino Levi (1901 - 1965) Reupholstered in Fornasetti Material.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Lounge Chairs

Pau Marfim Wood Spider table by Scapinelli of Sao Paulo
Pau Marfim Wood Spider table by Scapinelli of Sao Paulo

Pau Marfim Wood Spider table by Scapinelli of Sao Paulo

Located in London, London

"Spider" Occasional table by Scapinelli of Sao Paulo 1954/58 Brazil.

Scapanelli was both a designer and retailer in the 1950's and 1960`s in Sao Paulo and his style wa...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Glass

Pau Marfim Occasional table by Giuseppe Scapinelli of Sao Paulo,
Pau Marfim Occasional table by Giuseppe Scapinelli of Sao Paulo,

Pau Marfim Occasional table by Giuseppe Scapinelli of Sao Paulo,

Located in London, London

Pau Marfim occasional table by Giuseppe Scapinelli of Sao Paulo, Brazil 1950`s.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian End Tables

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Wood, Glass

Pau Marfim Coffee Table in the style of Scapinelli of Sao Paulo
Pau Marfim Coffee Table in the style of Scapinelli of Sao Paulo

Pau Marfim Coffee Table in the style of Scapinelli of Sao Paulo

Located in London, London

Most unusual Pau Marfim Coffee Table in the style of Scapinelli of Sao Paulo,1950s, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Drinks Cabinet and Drawers by Moveis Catalana
Drinks Cabinet and Drawers by Moveis Catalana

Drinks Cabinet and Drawers by Moveis Catalana

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H 51.97 in W 39.38 in D 17.92 in

Drinks Cabinet and Drawers by Moveis Catalana

Located in London, London

Very Unusual Cocktail Cabinet and Credenza by Moveis Catalana of Sao Paulo with six drawers in Pau Marfim and Peroba wood, Brazil, 1950s with lacquered drawer fronts.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Cabinets

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Wood

Pau-Brazil wood, bronze and leather jewelry chest/side table
Pau-Brazil wood, bronze and leather jewelry chest/side table

Pau-Brazil wood, bronze and leather jewelry chest/side table

Located in Hollywood, CA

A vintage jewelry chest/side table with Pau-Brazil wood, bronze base and covered in a textured black leather.

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Vintage 1960s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Custom Pau-brazil wood and leather chest by Thomas Hayes Studio
Custom Pau-brazil wood and leather chest by Thomas Hayes Studio

Custom Pau-brazil wood and leather chest by Thomas Hayes Studio

By Thomas Hayes Studio

Located in Hollywood, CA

A vintage jewelry chest/side table by Thomas Hayes Studio with Pau-Brazil wood, bronze steel base and covered in a textured rich burgundy leather.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Brazilian Tri-Leg Side Table in Brazilian Pau Ferro Wood
Brazilian Tri-Leg Side Table in Brazilian Pau Ferro Wood

Brazilian Tri-Leg Side Table in Brazilian Pau Ferro Wood

Located in Hollywood, CA

A 3-legged Pau Ferro wood side table from Brazil with round top and tapered solid wood legs that intersect uniquely.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Side Tables

Brazilian Baruna Wood Credenza with Pau-Ferro Wood Buttons
Brazilian Baruna Wood Credenza with Pau-Ferro Wood Buttons

Brazilian Baruna Wood Credenza with Pau-Ferro Wood Buttons

Located in Hollywood, CA

Brazilian Baruna cabinet with Pau-Ferro wood buttons adorning the center cabinet doors.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Rare Brazilian Modern Pau Marfim Wood Sofa by Rino Levi
Rare Brazilian Modern Pau Marfim Wood Sofa by Rino Levi

Rare Brazilian Modern Pau Marfim Wood Sofa by Rino Levi

By Rino Levi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Brazilian Modern Pau Marfim wood frame sofa with amazing thin lines Designed by Rino Levi Circa 1950s also have the matching armchair

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Sofas

Brazilian Pau Ferro  Console With Sculptural Legs And Marble Top
Brazilian Pau Ferro  Console With Sculptural Legs And Marble Top

Brazilian Pau Ferro Console With Sculptural Legs And Marble Top

Located in Hollywood, CA

Lovely Pau Ferra wood desk from Brazil with sculptural legs, white Carrera marble top, and cross brass hardware.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Brazilian Pau Ferro Side Table in the Manner of Giuseppi Scapinelli
Brazilian Pau Ferro Side Table in the Manner of Giuseppi Scapinelli

Brazilian Pau Ferro Side Table in the Manner of Giuseppi Scapinelli

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in Hollywood, CA

A solid round Brazilian Pau Ferro wood side table in the manner of Giuseppi Scapinelli balanced on three tapered sculptural solid wood legs.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Side Tables

Pau-Brasil wood desk
Pau-Brasil wood desk

Pau-Brasil wood desk

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H 32 in W 55.25 in D 27.5 in

Pau-Brasil wood desk

Located in Hollywood, CA

A three drawer desk made of rare Pau-Brasil wood from Brazil.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Desks

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Pair of Vintage Imbuia Lounge Chairs by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury

By Moveis Cimo

Located in New York, NY

This pair of Imbuia Lounge chairs was designed by Martin Zipperer in 1950 and manufactured by the Brazilian company Móveis Cimo, a pioneer in Brazilian furniture industrialization. I...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Imbuia

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Pau Brazil For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic pau Brazil available at 1stDibs. Each pau Brazil for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 168 variations of the antique or vintage pau Brazil you’re looking for, while we also have 34 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect pau Brazil — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A pau Brazil, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made pau Brazil has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Joaquim Tenreiro, Alessandra Delgado and José Zanine Caldas are consistently popular.

How Much is a Pau Brazil?

Prices for a pau Brazil can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $300 and can go as high as $82,590, while the average can fetch as much as $6,800.

On the Origins of Brazilian

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.