MP-141 Brazilian Leather Chair by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Made in Brazil. Full leather construction, reupholstered. Arms are movable up and down.
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather
MP-141 Brazilian Leather Chair by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Made in Brazil. Full leather construction, reupholstered. Arms are movable up and down.
Leather
Percival Lafer MP-13 Chair and Ottoman, Brazilian Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Toledo, OH
This beautiful chair and ottoman were designed by Percival Lafer. Percival Lafer(1936-) is a
Wood
Pair of Brazilian Vintage Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer MP, Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful pair of vintage lounge chairs designed and produced by Lafer MP in Brazil during the
Leather, Wood
Lounge Chair for Brazil Industries, Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Percival Lafer Lounge Chair for Brazil Industries circa 1970s Edelman Leather, Brazillian
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Percival Lafer MP-Series Lounge Chairs, Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in Oceanside, US
A rare and exceptional pair of lounge chairs designed by Percival Lafer for Lafer S.A. Indústria de
Suede, Jacaranda
Percival Lafer Brazilian Mahogany Sling Chairs and Ottoman Set
By Percival Lafer
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of mid-century Brazilian Mahogany lounge chairs and ottoman designed by Percival Lafer, circa
Leather
$3,309Sale Price|49% Off
Percival Lafer Suede Earth Lounge Chair and Ottoman 1970s Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in Debrecen, HU
This stunning set is an iconic piece of Brazilian modernism, combining functionality and aesthetics
Chrome
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Wonderful Percival Lafer "S-1" Leather Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Percival Lafer rosewood and leather S-1 lounge chair. Lafer's S-1 design features
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Brazilian Wood and Leather MP81 Chair by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Victoria, BC
A true icon of Brazilian modernism, this Percival Lafer MP81 lounge chair stands among the most
Leather, Rosewood
Brazilian Modern "Pony" Reclining Chair in Leather by Percival Lafer, 1980s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Leather by Percival Lafer, c. 1980s made in Brazil is nothing less than spectacular. The super
Metal, Iron
1970s Brazilian Wood and Leather “MP-115” Chair by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Victoria, BC
. Introducing the Percival Lafer MP115 Modular Sofa/Chairs – one of the most rare Lafer designs. This remarkable
Leather
Percival Lafer Rosewood & Black Suede Dining Chairs, set of 4, Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chicago, IL
Percival Lafer Rosewood & Black Suede Dining Chairs, set of 4, Brazil. Chairs have been restored
Suede, Rosewood
$16,000
Percival Lafer Lounge Chairs
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1970 Percival Lafer lounge chairs Produced by Lafer S.A. in a beautiful honey suede
Leather, Suede, Rosewood
Vintage MP-111 Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Percival Lafer, 1970s, Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
. Materials: Solid Jatoba wood, Leather Dimensions: Chair: H 29.34 in. x W 38.47 in. x D 37.80 in. / SH
Leather
Percival Lafer Post Modern Brazilian Black Leather Reclining Pony Lounge Chair
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Troy, MI
Percival Lafer "Pony" recliner in original black leather circa 1980s Super comfortable and
Metal
Pair of Midcentury Brazilian Armchairs by Percival Lafer, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This pair of armchairs, created in the 1970s by the designer Percival Lafer is extremely
Wood, Foam
Brazilian Modern Set of 4 Chairs in Hardwood, Metal & Chenille, Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the iconic “Contempo” chairs, designed by the renowned Percival Lafer in 1977. These
Metal
$10,500 / set
Percival Lafer “MP-117” Chairs, a pair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s, Brazil in excellent restored condition. Both have been reupholstered in Maharam leather
Leather, Wood
Percival Lafer Black Leather and Chrome Swivel Relax Recliner, Brazil, 2003
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Percival Lafer and produced by Lafer S/A, Brazil. Upholstered in supple black leather, this chair’s sleek
Chrome
$4,432 / item
Percival Lafer Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
By Percival Lafer
Located in Weesp, NL
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern pair of white upholstery and Brazilian Jatoba wood lounge chairs made
Fabric, Wood
Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Reddish-Brown Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Percival Lafer, lounge chair, model ‘MP-87’, leather, chrome-plated steel, rope, Brazil, 1971 The
Steel, Chrome
Rare MP-71 Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Percival Lafer, 1974
By Percival Lafer
Located in São Paulo, BR
MP-71 Armchair, designed by Percival Lafer in the 1970s and produced by Móveis Lafer, is
Leather, Foam, Fiberglass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs in mahogany which are either by
Leather, Fabric, Mahogany
$12,300 / item
Lounge Chairs 'MP-81' by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
MP-81 lounge chairs by Percival Lafer, designed in the 1970s, exemplary pieces of Brazilian mid
Leather, Walnut
MP-41 Lounge Chairs Set by Percival Lafer for Lafer MP
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Wien, AT
The MP-41 armchair by Percival Lafer demonstrates a precise balance of craftsmanship and structural
Leather, Wood
$4,750Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair of Brazilian Modern Fiberglass Lounge Chairs, circa 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible pair of fiberglass lounge chairs were sourced in Rio, Brazil and recently imported
Fiberglass
"MP-13" Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer — Brazil, 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
its sculptural design. Its unique structure is entirely crafted from solid Brazilian hardwood, while
Chrome, Iron
$3,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Mid century Brazilian Modern Leather Ivory wood Safari Sling lounge Chairs
By Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chairs. Brazilian Modern Blonde Ivory wood frame safari sling chairs with round supports and Flat arms
Leather, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Leather Sofas and Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer Brazil, 1970s
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Sofas by Percival Lafer Brazil, 1970s Original seating group by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s
Leather, Cherry
Set of Four Black Leather Midcentury "Brazilian" Chairs in Dark Wenge Wood
By Percival Lafer
Located in Den Haag, NL
Set of four black leather midcentury "Brazilian" chairs in dark wenge wood.
Wenge, Leather
Brazilian Jangada Rosewood & Leather Sling Chair with Ottoman by Jean Gillon
By Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Anchored in the bold horizons of 1960s Brazilian modernism, the Jangada lounge chair and ottoman by
Rosewood, Leather
Pair of MP-97 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer, Midcentury, Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-97 lounge chairs by
Leather, Foam, Cedar
Pair of MP-97 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer, Midcentury, Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-97 lounge chairs by
Leather, Foam, Cedar
Pair of MP-97 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer, Midcentury, Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-97 lounge chairs by
Leather, Foam, Wood
Pair of MP-97 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer, Midcentury, Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-97 lounge chairs by
Leather, Foam, Cedar
Brazilian Ox Lounge Chair in Ochre Leather in the style of Sergio Rodrigues
By Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exceptional and comfortable Brazilian Lounge Chair designed in the manner of Percival Lafer, Sergio
Leather, Hardwood
Pair of MP-97 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer, Midcentury, Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-97 lounge chairs by
Leather, Foam, Wood
Brazilian Mid-Century Reclining Chair in Leather by Percival Lafer, c. 1980s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Reclining Chair in Leather by Percival Lafer, c. 1980s, is nothing less than gorgeous! This mid-century
Iron
MP-163 “Earth” Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Tufted Velvet, Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Percival Lafer, the MP-163 lounge chair with ottoman—often referred to as the Earth
Steel
Percival Lafer MP‑41 Lounge Chair in wood and leather, Brazil, 1970s
By Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer
Located in Argelato, BO
1.708 / 5.000 The MP-41 armchair, designed by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer in the 1960s, is
Leather, Wood
$2,750Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of tufted armless leather lounge chairs with wood frames
By Percival Lafer, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of leather tufted lounge chairs with wood frames. Great pair of lounge chairs great Brazilian
Leather, Hardwood
$5,925Sale Price / set|25% Off
Pair of Percival Lafer Leather lounge chairs (Sofa and Loveseat also available)
By Percival Lafer
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a rare pair of Percival Lafer Lounge chairs. The set is upholstered in a brown leather
Leather
$8,175Sale Price / set|25% Off
Percival Lafer 3 Seat Brown Leather Sofa and Loveseat (lounge chairs available)
By Percival Lafer
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a rare Percival Lafer sofa and loveseat. Its comprised of a 3 seat sofa and a 2 seat
Leather
$12,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
MP-113 Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Original Faux Leather, Percival Lafer, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
A rare and exceptionally preserved MP-113 lounge chair with matching ottoman by Percival Lafer
Faux Leather, Foam
Lounge Chairs “MP-41” by Percival Lafer for Lafer MP, 1970s, Set of 2
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of brown leather and wood lounge chairs by Percival Lafer, model MP-41. Seat height: 43 cm
Leather, Wood
Unavailable|$3,500
Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Belle Mead, NJ
These classic Brazilian modern armchairs by Percival Lafer are being sold for their stunning
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable|$3,600
Percival Lafer MP-167 Brazilian Lounge Chair In Original Brown Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tall back jatoba wood lounge chair designed by Percival Lafer, in original brown leather, Brazil
Leather
Unavailable|$4,995
MP-51 Brazilian Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer for Móveis Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in TORONTO, CA
Stunning MP-51 lounge chair by Percival Lafer. In great original vintage condition with original
Jacaranda
Unavailable|$11,778 / set
Pair of Brazilian Wood & Beige Wool Bouclè MP-163 Earth Chairs by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
Born in Brazil in 1936, architect, product and furniture designer Percival Lafer managed to design
Bouclé, Wood
Unavailable|$1,501
Brazilian Earth Chair and Ottoman by Percival Lafer for Lafer MP, 1970s
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Warsaw, PL
Brazilian furniture maker Percival Lafer has produced some of the most coveted South American
Steel
Unavailable|$6,950
Percival Lafer MP-131 Lounge Chair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Oakland, CA
Uncommon MP-131 lounge chair, designed by celebrated Brazilian designer, Percival Lafer. Made in
Leather, Jacaranda
Unavailable|$2,450 / set
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchair/Ottoman by Percival Lafer in Suede Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Belmont, MA
Percival Lafer (Brazilian, b. 1936) Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Brazil, c. 1965, rosewood frames with
Suede, Rosewood
Unavailable|$8,500
Brazilian Lounge Chair.
By Percival Lafer
Located in Den Bommel, NL
Extremely rare lounge chair designed by Percival Lafer. This lounge chair is made with the highest
Metal
Unavailable|$8,500
Percival Lafer MP43 Lounge Chair with Headrest & Footstool.
By Percival Lafer
Located in BANGALOW, NSW
The MP-41 was designed by Percival Lafer in the 1960’s, Brazil. This chair features a solid dark
Leather, Hardwood
Unavailable|$3,500 / set
Percival Lafer Tufted Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Percival Lafer Mid-Century rosewood and tufted black leather lounge chair with ottoman Origin
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable|$20,000
Percival Lafer, MP-87 Lounge Chair, 1970's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Barra Funda, SP
This mp-87 lounge chair was designed in the 70s by the master Percival Lafer, besides being a rare
Metal
Unavailable|$11,800 / set
Pair of Lounge Chairs in Rosewood by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Percival Lafer style lounge chair with leather cushion on solid rosewood frame.
Leather, Wood
When it comes to mid-century furniture, the innovative work of the Brazilian Modernists has often been overlooked, including the designs of prolific maker Percival Lafer. Lafer studied architecture at São Paulo’s Universidade Mackenzie. After he graduated, his father passed away suddenly, leaving a furniture business that Lafer took over with his brothers.
Taking up the mantle, Lafer made the jump from architecture to furniture design in 1961, putting a focus on thoughtfully designed pieces available at affordable prices. That year, Lafer introduced his supremely popular MP-1 chair, a plush piece of furniture made with iron and wood that he has riffed on throughout his entire career.
The silhouettes of Lafer lounge chairs, armchairs and other seating were distinct from streamlined American and European mid-century modernism, taking on casual, puffed forms thanks to his use of polyurethane layers as padding. He combined such contemporary industrial materials with local natural ones, namely Brazilian hardwoods, which delighted customers around the world as Lafer became one of the country’s leading exporters of furniture.
Lafer has continued to design furniture throughout his career, branching into sofas, tables and lighting. He was at the forefront of mechanical furniture movements, debuting the MP-7 sofa, which could turn into a twin bed, in 1965, the first such piece on the market. One of his most intriguing projects was the MP Lafer, a two-seat fiberglass roadster designed to emulate British sports cars. Some 4,300 units were produced over its 16-year manufacturing run in the ’70s and ’80s, with several ending up in the collections of major car museums.
Still, Lafer’s biggest claim to fame is his seating, which he continues to design, drawing inspiration from modern shapes and local materials. In 2017, a retrospective of his work was organized as part of the São Paulo Design Weekend.
Find vintage Percival Lafer furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.
Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.
Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.