Percival Lafer Seating
Brazilian, b. 1936
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.
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Creator: Percival Lafer
Brazilian Modern Percival Lafer MP-41 Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Raleigh, NC
Percival Lafer MP-41 Sofa - Exceptional Brazilian Modern Classic
This distinguished MP-41 sofa exemplifies Percival Lafer's mastery of Brazilian modern design, representing one of h...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Jacaranda
Rosewood and Suede MP-091 Sofa by Percival Lafer for Lafer MP
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Brazilian modernist Percival Lafer, this bold sofa, model MP-091, is deeply inviting. The comfortable tufted cushion sits on sturdy straps, attac...
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1970s Brazilian Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
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Suede, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Brazilian Modern Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning and rare example designed by Percival Lafer. This sofa has been fully restored with new leather and refinished Jacaranda frame. The leather straps are in good original c...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
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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 innovative design with relaxed leather cushions and metal front T leg support
Reclines org...
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1980s Brazilian Post-Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Metal
Lounge Chair "MP-81", by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern, 1960's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Percival Lafer MP-81 Lounge Chair with Headrest in Jatobá and Suede, Brazil, 1960s
This rare MP-81 lounge chair by celebrated Brazilian designer Percival Lafer is a remarkable examp...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Suede, Hardwood
Mid Century Brutalist Sofa by Percival Lafer made in Brazil c 1970's
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Rare Brutalist Mid Century sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, made in Brazil, circa 1970's. The sofa features a frame constructed of rare hardwood, with original and extremely comfort...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Brutalist Percival Lafer Seating
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Leather
Percival Lafer Model MP-091 Lounge Chair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Round Rock, TX
Model MP-091 lounge chair by Percival Lafer in original Brazilian Jacaranda and upholstered in original dark brown leather.
Nice patina to the leather and in overall very good vint...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Cocobolo
Percival Lafer MP‑41 Lounge Chair & Ottoman, Brazil, 1970s – Green Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Oslo, 03
This rare MP-41 lounge chair with matching ottoman was designed by Percival Lafer for Móveis Lafer, Brazil, in the early 1960s. It is part of Lafer’s celebrated MP series, known for ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather
Percival Lafer MP‑41 Lounge Chair in Original Cognac Leather, Brazil, 1970s
By Ekorness, Percival Lafer
Located in Oslo, 03
This rare MP‑41 lounge chair was designed by Percival Lafer for Móveis Lafer, Brazil, circa 1970. A landmark of Brazilian modernism, this model featu...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
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Leather
Craft Lounge Chairs, Lafer Lounge Chairs, Brown Leather and Walnut, Modern
By Craft Associates, Percival Lafer
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft lounge chairs, lafer lounge chairs, brown leather and walnut, Modern
Designer: Percival Lafer
Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture
Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern
S...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Pair of MP-97 armchairs by Percival Lafer, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of MP-97 armchairs by Percival Lafer, 1970s
The MP-97 chair by Percival Lafer is a striking piece of Brazilian modernist design.
Characterized by its sculptu...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Leather Percival Lafer 'MP-97' Rosewood Three-Seat Sofa, Brazil, c. 1970, Signed
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous collectors piece is an all original and signed yellow leather 'MP-97' three-seat sofa by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer for Lafer MP was designed in 1970 and produce...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$11,200 Sale Price
20% Off
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 Percival Lafer comprises a solid wood structure with a single piece of a loose foam se...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Cedar
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 Brazil in the 1970s, the chair features a sculptural leather seat rests upon a leath...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Jacaranda
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 Percival Lafer comprises a solid wood structure with a single piece of a loose foam se...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Cedar
Mid-Century Modern MP-91 Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Weesp, NL
Timeless Elegance with the MP-91 Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer
Step into the world of refined mid-century modern design with this MP-91 lounge chair, a masterpiece by renowned Braz...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
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Leather, Wood
Brazilian Modern Leather Sofas and Lounge Chair by Percival Lafer Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer, Lafer
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Sofas by Percival Lafer
Brazil, 1970s
Original seating group by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s – including a three-seater, two-seater, and lounge chair. The sculptural shell design w...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
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 MP-87 lounge piece is conceived by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer in the 1970s....
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1970s Brazilian Post-Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Percival Lafer MP-97 Chair with Headrest freshly upholstered in green leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in San Diego, CA
This Brazilian Modern Lounge chair could not be more comfortable! The MP-97 was designed by Percival Lafer. With its solid jacaranda hardwood frame, original leather straps, and new ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Jacaranda, Canvas
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair & Ottoman Designed by Percival Lafer, c1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Elevate your living space with this stunning Vintage Mid Century Modern Brazilian MP-163 "Earth" Lounge Chair and Ottoman, masterfully designed by the iconic Percival Lafer in the 19...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Chrome
$3,750 Sale Price
25% Off
Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leather sofa by Percival Lafer c.1960's, Brazil. The sofa features the original mustard yellow leather seat with a beautiful Brazilian hardwood frame. The back of the sofa showcases ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood
Percival Lafer MP-75 Lounge Chairs w Rosewood Buckles, 1970 Brazil, Set of Four
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These very rare and documented set of Percival Lafer 'MP-75' lounge chairs, designed and produced in the 1970s. This rare set of four (4) lounge chairs which feature Brazilian Rosewo...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
$12,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Percival Lafer "MP-79" Rosewood Lounge Chairs Pair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Portland, OR
Percival Lafer MP-079 lounge chairs - Gorgeous original suede upholstered seats sit upon leather straps forming a sling, that is attached to the Brazilian rosewood frame by dowels. T...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Suede, Rosewood
Set Six Rosewood and Suede Dining Chairs by Percival Lafer / Brazil / Modernist
By Percival Lafer, J.D. Moveis e Decoracoes
Located in Buffalo, NY
The Brazilian furniture designer Percival Lafer, Rosewood frame dining chairs featuring floating seats with well worn and distressed original suede upholstery , Also retain original...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Suede, Rosewood
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchairs for Lafer MP, 1972, Set of 2
By Percival Lafer
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Percival Lafer “MP-41” armchairs for Lafer MP, wood and cognac leather, Brazil, 1972
The “MP-41” armchairs by Percival Lafer embrace fluidity with a structure that appears weightless despite their solid rosewood frames. The absence of visible crossbars beneath the seat enhances this effect, allowing the thick, tufted cushions to seemingly float. The upholstery drapes over the structure like silk fabric on a sculpted form, a harmonious integration of material and frame. The butterfly-shaped joints refine the frame’s construction, tapering toward the center for a softened profile. The lateral tufting on the seat is not merely decorative—it creates a structured geometry that follows the contours of the body. The armrests, backrest, and seat merge into a single, uninterrupted form, maximizing ergonomic support. Leather straps secure the cushions to the frame, a signature Lafer detail that blends artisanal technique with industrial efficiency. The MP-41 prioritizes organic curves over strict geometric lines. The deep cognac leather, aged to a rich patina, enhances the warmth of the rosewood. The absence of ornamentation shifts focus to the raw materials, celebrating their natural textures and variations. Unlike Jean Gillon...
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1970s Brazilian Post-Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
sofa bed with daybed, MP-85 design by Percival Lafer, 1970.
By Percival Lafer
Located in São Paulo, BR
An impressive and fully functional example of the iconic MP85 sleeper sofa by Percival Lafer, designed in 1971. This piece includes the original pull-out bed—a rare feature among exi...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
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 Percival Lafer comprises a solid wood structure with a single piece of a loose foam se...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchair for Lafer MP, 1972
By Percival Lafer
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchair for Lafer MP, wood and cognac leather, Brazil, 1972
The “MP-41” armchair by Percival Lafer embraces fluidity with a structure that appears weightless despite its solid rosewood frame. The absence of visible crossbars beneath the seat enhances this effect, allowing the thick, tufted cushion to seemingly float. The upholstery drapes over the structure like silk fabric on a sculpted form, a harmonious integration of material and frame. The butterfly-shaped joints refine the frame’s construction, tapering toward the center for a softened profile. The lateral tufting on the seat is not merely decorative—it creates a structured geometry that follows the contours of the body. The armrests, backrest, and seat merge into a single, uninterrupted form, maximizing ergonomic support. Leather straps secure the cushion to the frame, a signature Lafer detail that blends artisanal technique with industrial efficiency. The MP-41 prioritizes organic curves over strict geometric lines. The deep cognac leather, aged to a rich patina, enhances the warmth of the rosewood. The absence of ornamentation shifts focus to the raw materials, celebrating their natural textures and variations. Unlike Jean Gillon...
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1970s Brazilian Post-Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
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 1970 Brazil. The chairs are crafted of solid Braz...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather
Brazilian armchair by percival laefer in black leather and solid wood
By Percival Lafer
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
60's armchair by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer Solid Jacaranda structure, black leather cushion (original). Excellent vintage condition, please note a few chips on the varnish of...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sofa in Rosewood, Leather and Chrome by Percival Lafer, 1970's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Rosewood, Leather and Chrome by Percival Lafer, 1970's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood, leather and chrome
Style: Mid century, Brazil
Produced by Lafer MP in Braz...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Sofa for Lafer MP, 1972
By Percival Lafer
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Sofa for Lafer MP, wood and cognac leather, Brazil, 1972
The “MP-41” sofa by Percival Lafer embraces fluidity with a structure that appears weightless despite its solid rosewood frame. The absence of visible crossbars beneath the seat enhances this effect, allowing the thick, tufted cushions to seemingly float. The upholstery drapes over the structure like silk fabric on a sculpted form, a harmonious integration of material and frame. The butterfly-shaped joints refine the frame’s construction, tapering toward the center for a softened profile. The lateral tufting on the seat is not merely decorative—it creates a structured geometry that follows the contours of the body. The armrests, backrest, and seat merge into a single, uninterrupted form, maximizing ergonomic support. Leather straps secure the cushions to the frame, a signature Lafer detail that blends artisanal technique with industrial efficiency. The MP-41 prioritizes organic curves over strict geometric lines. The deep cognac leather, aged to a rich patina, enhances the warmth of the rosewood. The absence of ornamentation shifts focus to the raw materials, celebrating their natural textures and variations. Unlike Jean Gillon...
Category
1970s Brazilian Post-Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Craft Lounge Chair, Leather Lounge Chair, Black Leather and Walnut, Modern
By Percival Lafer, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft lounge chair, percival lounge chair, black leather and walnut, Modern
Designer: Percival Lafer
Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture
Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern
...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Percival Later Three Seat Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Percival Later three seat sofa in black leather. This beautiful piece of Brazilian Mid century is in good vintage condition with minimal wear and scuffing throughout. The foam interi...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Steel
$8,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Percival Lafer, MP-97 Sofa, 1970's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Comfortable and sleek sofa designed by Percival Lafer, circa 1970s. beige leather cushion sits atop leather support straps. The base of the sofa and legs are carved rosewood and the ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Percival Lafer pair of 'MP-01' Lounge Chairs in velvet upholstery
By Percival Lafer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Percival Lafer
MP-01 Lounge Chairs
Wood, metal & velvet
1960s
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Metal
Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa with Extended Headrest
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leather sofa by Percival Lafer c.1960's, Brazil. The sofa features the original burnt rust leather with a beautiful Brazilian hardwood frame. The top of the seat back has an extended...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, 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 Percival Lafer comprises a solid wood structure with a single piece of a loose foam se...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Cedar
Percival Lafer's Lounge Chair model MP-61 in Maharam Leather and Rosewood, 1973
By Percival Lafer
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare lounge chair designed by Percival Lafer for Móveis Lafer, Model MP-61, with fiberglass shell, rosewood plywood base. Restored an...
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1970s South American Post-Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Rosewood
Brazilian Modern Armchair MP-13 in Hardwood & Leather, Percival Lafer, 1967
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Available today, the MP-13 armchair, designed by Percival Lafer in Hardwood and Beige Italian leather, 1960s is nothing less than fabulous!
The super comfy armchair feature a Brazi...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Chrome
Percival Lafer Lounge Chairs
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1970 Percival Lafer lounge chairs in a beautiful honey suede upholstery with rosewood bases. Produced by Lafer S.A. - These chairs are in good vintage condition with a beauti...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Suede, Rosewood
$12,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Craft Lounge Chairs, Percival Lounge Chairs, Black Leather and Walnut
By Percival Lafer, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Percival Lafer
Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture
Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern
Specs: Walnut, leather
These Percival Lafer MP-41 lounge chairs are expert...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Percival Lafer, MP-97 Lounge Chair, 1960's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Barra Funda, SP
The MP-97 armchair from Percival Lafer offers a very distinctive style, yet is also very comfortable. The designer took advantage of newly available technology to create different fo...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage Brazilian Rosewood & Leather Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Discover the elegance of mid-century design with these stunning lounge chairs crafted by the renowned Percival Lafer in Brazil during the 1970s. These oversized chairs are not only a...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Chrome
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. The chair and ottoman offer exceptional comfort and elegance, while the chrome-pl...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Chrome
$3,342 Sale Price
49% Off
Percival Lafer MP-211 Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood and Leather Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Countryside, IL
Percival Lafer MP-211 Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood and Leather Sofa
This sofa measures: 86 wide x 38 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 23.5 inch...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Stunning MP-81 lounge sofa in cognac leather by Percival Lafer for Lafer S.A.
By Percival Lafer
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very nice vintage MP-81 sofa exude comfort and sophistication. The supportive frame envelops you in a gentle embrace as you sink back and unwind. A raised, tub...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather
Brazilian Mid-Century Reclining Chair in Leather by Percival Lafer, c. 1980s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Reclining Chair in Leather by Percival Lafer, c. 1980s, is nothing less than gorgeous!
This mid-century modern reclining chair...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Iron
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 Brazilian exoticness paired with Scandinavian sensibility. Of Lafer's designs, the S-1 i...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare MP-81 Lounge Chair and Ottoman In Original Leather by Percival Lafer, 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in São Paulo, BR
This artwork embodies Percival's unique artistic essence. It presents innovative formal and structural solutions, while its symbolic significance seamlessly harmonizes with what can ...
Category
Late 20th Century Brazilian Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Pair of "MP-97" armchairs by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in São Paulo, BR
In the world of design, Percival Lafer was a visionary dedicated to enhancing both comfort and aesthetics. His innovation led to the creation of the dual MP-97 lounge chairs, which e...
Category
Late 20th Century Brazilian Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Wood
$22,000 / set
Rare MP-81 Sofa In Original Leather by Percival Lafer, 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in São Paulo, BR
This artwork embodies Percival's unique artistic essence. It presents innovative formal and structural solutions, while its symbolic significance seamlessly harmonizes with what can ...
Category
Late 20th Century Brazilian Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Foam, Wood
Set of Percival Lafer Cognac Leather MP-13 Armchairs and a Footstool
By Percival Lafer
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of armchairs, model MP-13, with a footstool from circa 1960-1970 by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer. Frame made of solid Jatoba wood, covers of cognac brown leather. Stool's di...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
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 and newly upholstered in black suede.
Measure 21” wide 22” deep 31.5” tall seat heigh...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Suede, Rosewood
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 striking pieces boast a robust metal seat structure, el...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Metal
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Living Room Set for Lafer MP, 1972, Set of 3
By Percival Lafer
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Percival Lafer “MP-41” living room set for Lafer MP, wood and cognac leather, Brazil, 1972, set of 3
The “MP-41” living room set by Percival Lafer, composed of a sofa and two armchairs, embraces fluidity with a structure that appears weightless despite its solid rosewood frame. The absence of visible crossbars beneath the seat enhances this effect, allowing the thick, tufted cushions to seemingly float. The upholstery drapes over the structure like silk fabric on a sculpted form, a harmonious integration of material and frame. The butterfly-shaped joints refine the frame’s construction, tapering toward the center for a softened profile. The lateral tufting on the seat is not merely decorative—it creates a structured geometry that follows the contours of the body. The armrests, backrest, and seat merge into a single, uninterrupted form, maximizing ergonomic support. Leather straps secure the cushions to the frame, a signature Lafer detail that blends artisanal technique with industrial efficiency. The MP-41 prioritizes organic curves over strict geometric lines. The deep cognac leather, aged to a rich patina, enhances the warmth of the rosewood. The absence of ornamentation shifts focus to the raw materials, celebrating their natural textures and variations. Unlike Jean Gillon’s “Tijuca...
Category
1970s Brazilian Post-Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
MP-167 3-Seat Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer, Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Percival Lafer designed 3-seat tufted sofa in mustard yellow leather with Rosewood wood frame, model MP-167, produced by Lafer MP, Brazil, 1960s.
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Percival Lafer MP-41 Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates
By Percival Lafer, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Percival Lafer
Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture
Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern
Specs: Walnut, leather
These Percival Lafer MP-41 loun...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Vintage MP-111 Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Percival Lafer, 1970s, Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
This model was loosely based on the formal concept of the MP-81, with a more brutish shape. The feet, which incilne towards the inside, resemble the supports for a hammock. The cover...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather
Rosewood & Butterscotch Leather MP-163 "Earth" 3-Seater Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Chattanooga, TN
We've had several Percival Lafer sofas and chairs over the years, and this MP-163 "Earth" model sofa is by far the most comfortable. The scoop style and high-back design cradles and ...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Upholstery
$6,796 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Percival Lafer seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Percival Lafer seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Percival Lafer seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 102 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Percival Lafer were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Sergio Rodrigues, Móveis Cimo, and José Zanine Caldas. Prices for Percival Lafer seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,320 and can go as high as $36,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,748.
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Questions About Percival Lafer Seating
- What is Percival Lafer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Percival Lafer is a leading contemporary Brazilian furniture designer most famous for his Mid-Century Modern sofas and chairs constructed with hardwood and luxurious leather. Lafer is a pioneer of the Brazilian Modernist movement. On 1stDibs, find authentic Percival Lafer furniture from top sellers.
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