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Percival Lafer MP-75 Lounge Chairs w Rosewood Buckles, 1970 Brazil, Set of Four

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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 Rosewood (Jacaranda) buckles were acquired by us in a home in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Documented in the recent Lafer book (we included a photo of this page in the photos of this listing), these examples are earlier examples with interior wood frames instead of fiberglass which was used in the later 70s. Also built on a plinth base which makes the height slightly taller. Based on the age of materials and construction we attribute these to the early 1970s. Not many of these were made and are extremely rare - also very sought-after by die-hard Brazilian Modern And Lafer collectors. Our favorite part of this design are the Jacaranda buckles on each chair. Such unique details that really make this set special. The original leatherette is attractive and in good vintage condition, collectors will probably prefer to use the beautiful leatherette, but also consider reupholstering to bouclé or a new leather color of your choice. It's a tough choice - and if you can't decide, just buy and use the chairs in its existing upholstery and you can always reupholster it in the future at any time you wish =) These MP75 easy chairs by Percival Lafer would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Post-Modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as side chairs, bedside chairs, fireside chairs, dressing or changing room chairs, hallway chairs, entryway or mudroom chairs, nursing or reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. MEASUREMENTS: H 28.5" x W 24.5" x D 31" Seat Height: 16" Seat Depth: 17" CONDITION: Good vintage condition with age appropriate wear and patina. The leatherette is original and therefore we decided to keep it instead of reupholstering. From a collectors standpoint it is fantastic to keep the original upholstery. However for interior designers, this is also an excellent opportunity to reupholster to something new and trendy. If you are interested in having us reupholster these prior to shipping contact us for details and a quote.

Creator:

Percival Lafer (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Width: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Depth: 31 in (78.74 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 4

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Rosewood,Upholstery,Wood

Place of Origin:

Brazil

Period:

1970-1979

Date of Manufacture:

1970s

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition with age appropriate use and wear. Attractive and presentable, ready for immediate use or can be reupholstered to your choice of new fabric or leather.

Seller Location:

Los Angeles, CA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU1330227223392

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Percival Lafer

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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