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 Niemeyer, Sergio Rodrigues and José Zanine Caldas as well as such European immigrants as Joaquim Tenreiro, Jean 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 rosewood, jacaranda 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 chairs, sofas, tables and more.
$1,201 / item
D33 - Pendent by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
D33 - pendent by Cultivado Em Casa Dimensions: 24 x 15 x 35 cm Materials: D33 foam, acrylic paint, acrylic resin, carbon steel. Also Available: Different colors All our lamps...
Resin
$22,890 / item
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...
Stone, Metal
Brazilian contemporary table lamp made of cast bronze
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Sabiá Brazilian contemporary poetic minimalist table lamp in cast bronze designed by Cristiana Bertolucci. Literal inspiration of nature, the Sabiá lamp is produced in cast bronze where the twig itself serves as a casting mold...
Bronze
Brazilian Elegant Original Cast Bronze table lamp - Cristiana Bertolucci
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Galho Table Lamp - Elegant and original cast bronze lamp. Elegant and original cast bronze lamp. Inspired by nature the twigs are blown directly from the fallen branches of the trees...
Bronze
Brazilian contemporary table lamp made of cast bronze
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Sabiá Brazilian contemporary poetic minimalist table lamp in bronze cast design by Cristiana Bertolucci Table lamp produced in cast bronze. Literal inspiration of nature, the Sabia l...
Bronze
$1,192Sale Price / item|20% Off
Brazilian Wood, Adjustable Desk Lamp, brass details, Mid Century Modern Style
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Inspired by the Brazilian Mid-century Modern style, this Articulable wood black and brass desk lamp, 3 axes smooth movement, was awarded at the A’Design Awards 2019. With its geometrical rational form, this lamp expresses the beauty of Brazilian raw materials. With the spherical Brazilian massive wood reflector turned in Brazilian wood and warm massive brass unique detail sculpted from brass billet, this object is perfect for use in the Home Office or office desk. Brushed brass and aluminum structure with black paint. Brass details and counterweight. Levigated gray granite base. OPTION: A full black version is also available on-demand ( please see the last pictures - prices and production lead time only upon request). Lamp Provided and installed: 1 x DICHROIC MR16 15° ECO 7W (=35W) 350lumens Bi-voltage (110v-220v) IRC: >80 Lifetime use (L70): 25.000h GU10 pin base. - provided as a one-time courtesy. GU10 Socket/pin base also suitable with: GE Basic 3-Pack 50 W Equivalent Dimmable Warm White Mr16 LED GU10 pin Base 120V Light Fixture Light Bulbs and other MR16 bulbs...
Stone, Brass
Contemporary Decorative Minimalist Glass Table Lamp by Cristiana Bertolucci
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Vítrea Contemporary Decorative Minimalist and Poetic Design Table Lamp by Cristiana Bertolucci A hollow metal cube holding up a transparent glass ball where it supports the lamp. Ext...
Brass
$1,419 / item
Bamboula Contemporary and Original Lamps
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The rhythm of the blues inspired the line of Bamboula lamps. Bamboula is the name given to a type of Primitive drum made of the barrel of rum and covered by a skin at one end. It is also the name of the dance of African origin, brought to the United States and danced to the rhythm of the same drums. The pendant lamp has some variations. One is a central part formed by 03 heights of pendants that interconnects to the other individual pieces that are sold individually. The Bamboula line was designed to Cristiana Bertolucci Estúdio...
Wood
$1,211 / item
Bamboula Contemporary and Original Lamps
By Noemi Saga Atelier
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The rhythm of the blues inspired the line of Bamboula lamps. Bamboula is the name given to a type of Primitive drum made of the barrel of rum and covered by a skin at one end. It is also the name of the dance of African origin, brought to the United States and danced to the rhythm of the same drums. The pendant lamp has some variations. One is a central part formed by 03 heights of pendants that interconnects to the other individual pieces that are sold individually. The Bamboula line was designed to Cristiana Bertolucci Estúdio...
Wood
"Meia Lua" (Half Moon) Contemporary Golden Sconce in Cast Brass by Estudio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
This sconce was meticulously handmade by master artisans one piece at a time. It is therefore quite difficult, if not impossible to make identical items. The brass casting is produce...
Brass
$11,666 / item
White Selenite Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
White selenite pendant lamp by Aver Dimensions: 81 x 81 x 18 cm. Lighting: One LED 28W / 1800 Lumens. Finish: Silver leaf, old silver leaf, gold leaf,...
Multi-gemstone
$4,445 / item
Grão Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Grão Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 25 x H 85 cm. Materials: Aluminum and crystal. Available in different metal color options. The wire length is 500 cm. Please contac...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Metacrilux, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A table lamp made by Metacrilux, still with the original seal. Founded in the 1970s, Metacrilux became known for adapting Mid-Century Modern aesthetics to the Brazilian market. The p...
Metal, Brass
$5,121 / item
Small Selenite Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Small selenite chandelier lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 35 x H 45 cm Materials: Aluminum plated with gold leaf. Natural Selenite. Lighting: 03 x G9 Finish: Silver veneer, aged silver...
Rock Crystal, Aluminum, Gold Leaf
$4,468 / item
Artemis I Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemis I Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 12 x W 30 x H 86 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired a...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
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...
Brass
$4,701 / item
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...
Stone, Crystal, Metal
$1,848 / item
Quartz Wall Sconce by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall sconce by Aver Dimensions: D 20 x W 35 x H 40 cm Materials: Aluminum, plated with Gold Leaf. Natural Smokey Quartz. Lighting: 04 x G9 Finish: Silver Veneer, Aged Silver Veneer, Gold Veneer, Aged Gold Veneer, Copper Veneer, Aged Copper Veneer, Aged Gold Patina, Antique Patina. Also available in White Quartz, Smoky Quartz, Citrine Quartz. All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired for the USA for instance. Geometric wall sconce using...
Quartz, Aluminum, Gold Leaf
$23,100 / item
Monolith Floor Lamp by Atelier Dutré
Located in Geneve, CH
Monolith Floor Lamp by Atelier Dutré Dimensions: W 90 × D 25 × H 165 cm Materials: Black Smoke Soapstone All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it ...
Soapstone
$15,971 / item
Selenite Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite pendant lamp By Aver Dimensions: D 76 x H 25 cm Materials: Selenite, metal. Also available: silver leaf, antique silver leaf, gold leaf, brass leaf, copper leaf, pink gol...
Stone, Crystal, Metal
$6,521 / item
White Quartz Table Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand-sculpted white quartz table lamp by Aver Measures: 60 x 30 x 20 cm. 01 x LED 7W / 450 lumens.
Quartz
$8,500 / set
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...
Rock Crystal
$4,515 / item
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...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$4,246 / item
Oslo Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Oslo Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 12 x H 76 cm. Materials: Smoked glass and metal. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired according to eac...
Metal
$18,667 / item
Bubbles Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Bubbles Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 45 x W 117 x H 33 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired ac...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Brass and Prismatic Glass Ceiling Lamp, Brazilian Company Lustres Pelotas, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Original Condition.
Brass
Jorge Zalszupin pair of table lamps in Jacaranda and acrylic circa 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and rare pair of table lamps in Jacaranda and acrylic in perfect conditions very charm
Wood
$13,171 / item
Selenite Pendant Lamp V by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite Pendant Lamp V by Aver Dimensions: Ø 123 x H 16.5 cm. Materials: Metal, selenite. Different finishes available: Rustic Bronze, Vintage Gold, Aged Copper Veneer, Onyx Veneer...
Metal, Other
$6,206 / item
Delphi Floor Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi Floor Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 25 x W 25 x H 174 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be w...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$10,010 / item
Quartz Pendant Light VI by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Pendant Light VI by Aver Dimensions: W 105 x D 95 x H 60 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand blown...
Stone, Crystal, Other
$11,351 / item
Quartz Chandelier VI 88 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Chandelier VI 88 by Aver Dimensions: Ø 88 x H 3.5 cm. Materials: Quartz, ceramic, metal. Different finishes available: Rustic Bronze, Vintage Gold, Aged Copper Veneer, Onyx V...
Quartz, Metal
$4,246 / item
Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 9 x W 12 x H 76 cm Materials: Smoked glass, metal, ceramic. Available in frosted glass or smoked glass. Available in Gold Plated, Silve...
Metal
$9,706 / item
Quartz Chandelier VI 73 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Chandelier VI 73 by Aver Dimensions: Ø 73 x H 3.5 cm. Materials: Quartz, ceramic, metal. Different finishes available: Rustic Bronze, Vintage Gold, Aged Copper Veneer, Onyx V...
Quartz, Metal
$4,421 / item
Íris I Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Íris I Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 21 x W 24 x H 75 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired acco...
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$1,750 / item
Sand Adobe Floor Lamp by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
White Adobe Floor Lamp by Wentz Dimensions: D 32 x W 24 x H 180 cm Materials: Steel, Marble, Blown Glass. Also available in different colors: Black + Carrara Marble, White + Carrara ...
Marble, Steel
$21,058 / set
Set Of 2 Quartz VI 88 And VI 73 Chandeliers by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 2 Quartz VI 88 And VI 73 Chandeliers by Aver Dimensions: VI 88: Ø 88 x H 3.5 cm. VI 73: Ø 73 x H 3.5 cm. Materials: Quartz, ceramic, metal. Different finishes available: Rust...
Quartz, Metal
Cápsula Table Lamp by Gustavo Neves, Brazilian Contemporary Furniture
By Gustavo Neves
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Designer: Gustavo Neves Aeon collection Cápsula table lamp Materials: stone (limestone), metal (brass) darkened with manual treatment and by time. Brazil 2017 For this project,...
Stone, Brass
“Sino” Chandelier in Cast Brass with Illuminated Raw Crystal by Estúdio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Estúdio Orth is a multidisciplinary furniture and interior design studio founded in 2018 and based in São Paulo. The “Sino” Chandelier by Estúdio Orth is a sculptural lighting piece that merges refined craftsmanship with the raw beauty of natural materials. Handcrafted in cast brass or cast aluminum, the chandelier features illuminated raw crystal...
Crystal, Brass, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
$13,031 / item
White Quartz Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
White Quartz Pendant Lamp by Aver Dimensions: 81 x 81 x 18 cm. Lighting: one LED 28W / 1800 Lumens. Finish: silver leaf, old silver leaf, gold le...
Multi-gemstone
$11,690 / item
Natural White Quartz Floor Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural white quartz floor lamp by Aver Dimensions: Ø 55 cm H 165CM Lighting: 09 X G9 25W LED Rock crystal: White quartz Possible finishes: Silv...
Quartz
$10,570 / item
Quartz Pendant Light I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Pendant Light I by Aver Dimensions: W 155 x D 60 x H 30 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Also Available: Matte Black, Rustic Silver, Oxidized Graphite, and Rustic Bronze. A series of lamps molded...
Stone, Crystal
$8,983 / item
Flor de Tango Wall Lamp by Demian Quincke
By Demian Quincke
Located in Geneve, CH
Flor de Tango wall lamp by Demian Quincke Dimensions: H 70 cm Materials: 100% Casted brass, old green finishing, multi quartz hand arrangement White amber, amethyst, citrine, smo...
Quartz, Brass
"Amphora M" Contemporary Lamp in Resin by Estudio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
This Contemporary Amphora lamp in Resin was meticulously handmade by master artisans one piece at a time. It is therefore quite difficult, if not impossible to make identical items. ...
Resin
$21,992 / item
Selenite Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite chandelier lamp by Aver Dimensions: Diameter 84 x H 50 cm Materials: Aluminum plated with Gold Leaf. Natural Selenite. Lighting: 12 x E...
Rock Crystal, Aluminum, Gold Leaf
Brazilian Sculptural Lamp ''Ruídos'' by Dimitrih Correa
By Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
About the Lamp: Ruídos is a Table Lamp designed to enhance the beauty of its materials and tell the stories of its process. It has a strong LED panel of 6W being extremely use...
Metal, Brass
Brazilian Sculptural Floor Lamp ''Rupturas'' by Dimitrih Correa
By Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
About the lamp: Rupturas is a floor lamp designed to enhance the beauty of its materials and tell the stories of its process. It has a strong LED panel of 9W being extremely u...
Metal, Bronze
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...
Stainless Steel
$8,120 / item
Bar Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Bar Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 180 x H 500 cm. Materials: Aluminum and crystal. Available in different metal and glass color options. The wire length is 500 cm. P...
Crystal, Aluminum
$2,345 / item
Quartz Wall Sconce by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall sconce by Aver Dimensions: D 26 x W 23 x H 48 cm Materials: Aluminum, plated. Natural white or smokey Quartz. Lighting: 01 x E27 Finish: Silver veneer, aged silver veneer, gold veneer, aged gold veneer, copper veneer, aged copper veneer, aged gold patina, antique patina. All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired for the USA for instance. Metal wall light with an emphasis on the natural stone detail. It receives warm lighting through its ecru fabric dome. This version is finished in rose gold. Design by Henrique Steyer...
Quartz, Aluminum
$1,820 / item
Açafrao & Urucum, Small by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Açafrao & Urucum - small by Cultivado Em Casa Dimensions: 27 x 40 cm Materials: Carbon steel, mixed technique in paper, glue and saffron or annatto, frosted milky glass globe. *Gl...
Paper
$8,120 / item
Bar Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Bar Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 180 x H 500 cm. Materials: Aluminum and crystal. Available in different metal and glass color options. The wire length is 500 cm. P...
Crystal, Aluminum
$14,735 / set
Set of White Quartz Pendant Lamps by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of white quartz pendant lamps by Aver Dimensions: 75cm x 20cm x H 18cm. Lighting: 1 LED 9W / 600 Lumens Finish: Silver leaf, old silver leaf, ...
Quartz
$6,895 / item
Dunas Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Dunas Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 135 x H 12 cm. Materials: Aluminum. Available in different metal color options. The wire length is 500 cm. Please contact us. Al...
Aluminum
$1,026 / item
Solitário Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Solitário Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 7 x H 38 cm. Materials: Aluminum and crystal. Available in different aluminum color options. The ...
Crystal, Aluminum
$15,551 / item
Glass Chandelier by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Glass Chandelier by Aver Dimensions: 84 x H 50 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Aver Design...
Metal
$1,108 / item
Leaf Green Copa Table Lamp by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Leaf Green Copa Table Lamp by Wentz Dimensions: D 30 x W 30 x H 45 cm Materials: Aluminum. WEIGHT: 2,1kg / 4,6 lbs Colors: Black, White, Sand, Leaf Green. LIGHT SOURCE: 150lm. 2700...
Aluminum
$3,313 / item
Quartz Pendant Light IV 90 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz pendant light IV 90 by Aver Dimensions: W 90 x D 2 x H 6 cm Materials: Natural rocks, high-quality cut crystals, jewelry chains, hand-blown glass, other. Also Available: Matte...
Stone, Crystal
$10,966 / item
Paris Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Paris Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 80 x H 500 cm. Materials: Aluminum and crystal. Available in different aluminum color options. Dimen...
Crystal, Aluminum
$1,026 / item
Solitário Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Solitário Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 7 x H 38 cm. Materials: Aluminum and crystal. Available in different aluminum color options. The ...
Crystal, Aluminum
$5,600 / item
Natura Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Natura Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 120 x H 500 cm. Materials: Aluminum and travertine romano. Available in different aluminum color options. Availabl...
Travertine, Aluminum
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
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Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
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Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.