Brazilian Modern Armchair Set in Hardwood & Burgundy Fabric by Forma, 1950’s

This pair of armchairs was designed by Forma (company owned by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler) in the 1950s. This design was very popular amongst the urban elites of Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro to furnish their homes. The structure of these chairs is made in a Brazilian noble wood and the red velvet upholstery is new. These chairs still maintain the manufacturer’s seal underneath the seat.

Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler were the primary designers for Forma, an international company that symbolized the innovative nature of the Brazilian modern design industry. During their time in São Paulo, a city experiencing rapid growth and industrialization, Eisler and Hauner had the opportunity to create customized furniture.

They shared a mutual appreciation for sophisticated design and aimed to bring style into Brazilian households through their work with Forma. While their designs for Forma captured the elegance seen in traditional ateliers in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo during the mid-20th century, Eisler and Hauner differentiated themselves by incorporating customized production methods.

Their highly skilled craftsmanship, coupled with the use of local materials like hardwood, leather, and iron, resulted in polished and diverse pieces that appealed to a wider audience. .