Brazilian Design at the MoMA Store
The collection focuses on locally sourced materials—many of them environmentally-minded—like coconut, eucalyptus, and Brazilian white clay. The objects range in scale from small jewelry and vases to stools and even a large lounge chair designed by the Campana Brothers. A short preview of the collection follows (or you can view it as a slideshow by clicking in the upper right corner of this post), and you'll be able to see the rest on the MoMA site soon.
These cylindrical nesting vases are inspired by the shape of bamboo. Though made from ceramic, the surfaces have a roughness that evokes forests or jungles. They come as a set of three and can be stacked and used as a single vase, or separated and arranged as a trio. Made by hand in Brazil. 5 ½" h x 3 1/3" diam. $80.00
Mocho Stool, by Sergio Rodrigues, 1954
This was one of my favorite pieces in the collection—eye-catching for its simplicity and the pleasing shape of the seat. The stool, made from Brazilian Eucalyptus, is inspired by the traditional milkmaid's stool used throughout Brazil, with three legs and a single-lathed hollow seat. The handle is a functional detail but it also makes for a beautiful visual embellishment. 15 ¾" h x 17 ¾" diam. $550.00
Bambu Stacking Vases, by Kimi Nii, 2003
These cylindrical nesting vases are inspired by the shape of bamboo. Though made from ceramic, the surfaces have a roughness that evokes forests or jungles. They come as a set of three and can be stacked and used as a single vase, or separated and arranged as a trio. Made by hand in Brazil. 5 ½" h x 3 1/3" diam. $80.00
Corallo Chair, by Humberto and Fernando Campana, 2004
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Corallo Bag, by Humberto and Fernando Campana, 2008
For those who love the Corallo Chair but can't undertake the commitment (or the shipping), the Campana brothers developed this bag in partnership with rising Brazilian shoe star, Melissa. Made from plastic in Brazil, it's an easily giftable small item for those who don't mind showing off their loot. 18"h x 11"w x 21/2"d. $80
Wooden Block Robot, by Alberto Pretel, 2008
Since robots are definitely not just for kids, this charismatic tabletop robot could appeal to just about anyone. The colorful illustration is painted onto a block of reclaimed wood from Brazil. A MoMA Exclusive. 8 1/8" h x 3 3/4"w x 1 3/4"d $65
Chalkboard Bud Vase, by Ricardo Saint-Clair, 2005
This dual-purpose design is both a single-stem vase and a mini chalkboard. The black surfaces can be used for messages or drawings, or left alone for a more sophisticated look. A small glass beaker sits in the top of the plywood block to hold the water for the flower, and another small cavity in the side of the vase stores the chalk. Another MoMA Exclusive. $75
White Clay Candleholders, by Svanja Kalteich, 2008
These intricately detailed oval-shaped candleholders are made by hand from Brazilian white clay. When a tea light is lit inside, the openings in the surface of the candleholder cast patterns and shadows on the wall round it. MoMA Exclusive. Small Oval: 2 ½" h x 3 ½" diam., $45 Small Vase: 3 ½" h x 1 1/3" diam. $48 Large Oval: 3 ½" h x 4" diam. $65
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