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Brazilian Modernist Sofa in the Style of Percival Lafer, circa 1970s
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This fabulous sofa in the Brazilian Modernist style features a tufted cushion of brandy-colored bonded leather and a chunky solid wood frame. Though it is unsigned, the design is similar to that of Percival Lafer's MP-41 series.
As one of the world's leading producers of rosewood, the nation of Brazil has long held close ties to the furniture industry. Yet, it was not until the second half of the 20th Century when the South American country - long known solely as an exporter of raw materials - became a design powerhouse in its own right. During this time, designers such as Percival Lafer and Sergio Rodrigues drew upon a unique shared cultural aesthetic and a rebellious spirit to create some of the coolest and most sought-after furniture of the Modern era. Brazilian Modernist furniture exemplified and built upon the popular Safari and Bungalow design movements of the time, which reimagined impractical historical silhouettes as casual pieces for the Bohemian home; this was achieved through scaled-up proportions, simplified lines, prioritization of comfort, and luxurious natural materials and finishes. With an abundance of exotic natural wood species and a thriving cattle industry providing top-grain leathers, Brazilian furniture makers excelled at this last directive. Yet, beyond simply reimagining historical pieces, the Brazilian designers experimented with sculpture and the avant-garde to create fascinating and boundary-pushing furniture that still feels fresh and exciting - even today.
- Similar to:Percival Lafer (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 76.5 in (194.31 cm)Depth: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:c. 1970's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Leather cushion with a few scuffs and faint spots of soiling; some areas of loss to bonded surface, mainly underneath seat and at back. Soiling to leather sling. Scuffs to wood.
- Seller Location:Norwalk, CT
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