Percival Lafer Furniture
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
Side table By Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Brasília, BR
This beautiful side table designed by Percival Lafer in the 60s, combines design and functionality, offering a touch of elegance to your space. Composed of a marble top resting on a solid noble wood structure, it is perfect for placing next to a sofa.
It is in very good condition, with minimal traces of use.
Add a touch of vintage elegance to your space
Dimensions: L66cm x W60cm x H50cm
Percival Lafer's work as an industrial designer marked the segment of Brazilian modernist furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Marble
Mid-Century Modern Danish Tessellated Cube Lounge Armchair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Madison, WI
Absolutely Stunning intricate Cube lounge /club chair in the manner of Percival Lafer. It features removable cushions, which could easily be updated, if you would want to match the c...
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Wood
Percival Lafer Smoked Glass Top Rosewood Base 3-Piece End Table Coffee Table Set
By Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Very good condition Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer end table and coffee table set. Vintage 1970s. Stamped "Made in Brazil" on each piece. Sculpted solid Brazilian rosewood base wi...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
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Smoked Glass, Rosewood
MP-091 Percival Lafer Lounger/ Armchair
By Percival Lafer
Located in North Miami, FL
An original MP-091 lounger by Percival Lafer in Brazilian cherry and with original dowels and leather straps. Re-upholstered by previous owner in red ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Leather, Cherry
MP-167 3-Seat Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Lafer, Percival 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.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Coffee Table / Side Table Produced by Lafer MP in Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare coffee / side table designed by Percival Lafer. Produced by Lafer MP in Brazil.
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Slate
Sofa 'MP-13', by Percival Lafer, Mid-Century Brazilian Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-13 Sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, is a quintessential piece reflecting the Brazilian mid-century modern style, renowned for its emphasis on form, fun...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Percival Lafer Smoked Glass Top Brazilian Modern Rosewood End Tables
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of vintage 1970s Percival Lafer, Brazilian Modern side tables. The deep red hue rosewood bases support a rich smoked glass table top. Both of the tables bear the “Lafer” label. ...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
'MP- 51' Coffee Table in Marble, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-51 coffee table, designed by Percival Lafer, is a quintessential piece that showcases the elegance and timeless appeal of Brazilian mid-century modern design. It is a fine rep...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Marble
Percival Lafer Brutalist Parquet Hardwood Block Relief Brazilian Cocktail Tables
By Giuseppe Scapinelli, Percival Lafer, Paul Evans
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Sold as a pair. Please consider and compare the quality of this set to similar offerings. You won't find a more beautifully restored example anywhere.
These 1970's Mid-Century, Br...
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1970s Brazilian Brutalist Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Glass, Walnut
Brazilian Sidetable Rosewood by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Vienna, AT
A punchy sidetable designed by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1960. A firm and heavy object, upholstered with black leather and completed with a deep seated glass top. Additionally this str...
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1960s Brazilian Brutalist Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Architectural Sofa in Hardwood, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This sofa, designed by Percival Lafer in the 60's, is a striking piece of mid-century Brazilian furniture. Its design is a testament to Lafer’s innovative approach, blending traditio...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Sculptural 1960s Brazilian Coffee Table by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Long Island City, NY
A mid-century Brutalist style coffee table with a staggered wooden block relief design, protected with a glass top.
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1960s Brazilian Brutalist Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Brazilian Coffee Table Design by Percival Lafer, 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Oirlo, LI
Brazilian Coffee Table design by Percival Lafer,1960s
A beautiful Brutalist coffee table by Brazilian top designer Percival Lafer
Made in the 60s.
A tropical mix of Jacara...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Glass, Jacaranda
3-Piece Percival Lafer Designed Coffee and End Tables in Jacaranda Rosewood
By Percival Lafer
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered is a three piece set of a Percival Lafer designed coffee and end tables in Jacaranda Rosewood, all have their original smoke glass tops.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
Brazilian Smoked Glass Tables by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Table by Percival Lafer made of Jacaranda wood. Made in Brazil, smoked glass top.
Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item.
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Smoked Glass
Percival Lafer MP-37 Armchair in Jatobá Wood and Leather, Brazil, 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
An outstanding example of Brazilian modernist design, this MP-37 armchair by Percival Lafer embodies the designer's signature blend of high-quality craftsmanship and innovative aesth...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Pair of "MP-05" Armchair by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-05 armchair is an exceptional example of the creative vision of the Brazilian architect and designer Percival Lafer. Originally designed as a variation on the MP-03 armchair, ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Wood
'MP-79' Center Table, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP79 center table, designed by the illustrious Percival Lafer, stands as a paragon of mid-century modern Brazilian design, reflecting an era where functionality met elegance in a...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Percival Lafer Sculptural Brazilian Brutalist Jacaranda Coffee Table
By Percival Lafer
Located in Elkton, MD
Vintage coffee table designed by Percival Lafer. Features a continuous mixed wood pattern of rosewood, mahogany, jacaranda, and teak with offset varying levels that is sure to make a...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Wood, Glass
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 Furniture
Materials
Suede, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Brutalist Style End Table
By Percival Lafer, Lafer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive Brazilian hardwood coffee table features a brutalist style sculpted top with a mix of woods for a sculptural design with a protective glass top. By Lafer Design of Brazil, this Percival Lafer design...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Jacaranda
Sofa MP-163, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Crafted by the renowned master Percival Lafer in 1970, this exceptional piece of furniture boasts a striking and comfortable design. Its clean lines and unique details, such as elega...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Steel
Percival Lafer Mp-5 lounge chairs pair Brazil 1961
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare pair of MP-5 lounge chairs designed by Percival Lafer and manufactured by Lafer MP, Brazil 1961. Steel structures covered with Caviuna. Reupholstered in a grey mixed fabric to ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Percival Lafer Rosewood Set of Three Tables
By Percival Lafer
Located in Toledo, OH
Set of three vintage Percival Lafer tables. Pieced stacked rosewood top with new glass tops. Coffee table measures 47" x 24.5" x 14.5". Two side...
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Mid-20th Century Central American Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Percival Lafer Mosaic Coffee Table
By Percival Lafer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern coffee table with brutalist style. Features a sculptural relief design throughout.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Wood
Organic Table Lamp in Acrylic, Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Pair of white acrylic table lamps, made up of two equal halves, fixed with customized screws. The acrylic parts form the bubble of the dome and fol...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Acrylic
'MP-85' Side Table, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This pair of MP-85 side tables embodies the essential qualities of mid-century modern Brazilian design, a period known for its innovative use of materials and clean, geometric lines....
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of Percival Lafer Coffee Table Brazilian Rosewood Exotic Wood Mosaic
By Percival Lafer
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Percival Lafer coffee tables with glass tops over rosewood hardwood mosaic.
Category
20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Rosewood
Percival Lafer MP-211 Cognac Leather Loveseat
By Percival Lafer
Located in Puslinch, ON
This Percival Lafer MP-211 Loveseat represents the pinnacle of Brazilian modernist design, where organic warmth meets disciplined craftsmanship. Upholstered in sumptuous cognac-color...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Cocktail Table by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful rosewood cocktail table by Percival Lafer with original glass top. Solid rosewood with beautiful grain. Total hgt. of table is 15 in. In excellent vintage condition with mi...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Glass
Percival Lafer, Side Tables, Wood, Marble, Brazil, 1985
By Percival Lafer
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and marble side tables, model MP-85, designed and produced by Percival Lafer, Brazil, c. 1985.
Dimensions: 13.75” H x 27.3” W x 25.125” D
Category
1980s Brazilian Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Marble
"MP-29" Coffee Table, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-29 coffee table, created by renowned architect and designer Percival Lafer in the 1960s, is a stunning piece that was initially designed for whole a set including a three-seat...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of 4 Brazilian Modern Strapped Leather Ottomans MP-145 by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Brazilian modern strapped leather ottomans MP-145 by Percival Lafer.
Tagged and referenced in the Percival Lafer monograph.
2 pairs (4 total) are available.
Category
1970s Brazilian Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
Percival Lafer, Patchwork Square Coffee Table, Wood and Glass, c. 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in PARIS, FR
This exceptional coffee table by Percival Lafer is a striking example of 1970s design, seamlessly blending natural materials with contemporary finishes. The tabletop, crafted from an...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Percival Lafer, Coffee Table, Patchwork Wood, c. 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in PARIS, FR
This exceptional coffee table by Percival Lafer is a striking example of 1970s design, seamlessly blending natural materials with contemporary finishes. The tabletop, crafted from an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Percival Lafer MP-163 "Earth Chair" Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Brazil, 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
A true icon of Brazilian modernist design, this Percival Lafer MP-163 lounge chair with its matching ottoman embodies the designer's signature approach to comfort, innovation, and sc...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Armchair MP-113 with Ottoman in Original Faux Leather, c. 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare and well-preserved MP-113 armchair with an ottoman, designed by Percival Lafer in Brazil during the 1970s. The set is crafted from two solid blocks of injected fo...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Foam
1970s Brazilian Wood and Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Victoria, BC
One of the most comfortable sofas we’ve ever had the pleasure of offering, this stunning piece was designed by Percival Lafer in the 1970s. It features a solid Brazilian hardwood fr...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of MP-29 Armchair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Barra Funda, SP
The armchair MP29 by Percival Lafer (1960s) is a modernist statement piece. Provides a modern aesthetic and structural support. Luxurious Wood rosewood, a classic Lafer material. Up...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Jacaranda
Percival Lafer MCM Brazilian Rosewood and Smoked Glass Side End Table - Pair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Countryside, IL
Percival Lafer Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood and Smoked Glass Side End Table - Pair
Each table measures: 21.5 wide x 23.5 deep x 12.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be ha...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Pair of Coffee Tables, circa 1960
By Percival Lafer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of coffee tables designed by Pecival Lafer, circa 1960.
Manufactured in Brazil.
Jacaranda slat wood.
In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and us...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Wood, Glass
1960's Brazillian Wood and Leather MP185 Chair by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Victoria, BC
We are thrilled to introduce our latest addition to our vintage Brazilian collection: a Model MP185 chair, designed by Percival Lafer in the 1960s. This piece has undergone a complet...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Percival Lafer Furniture
Materials
Wood
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 Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Percival Lafer furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Percival Lafer furniture 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 furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 167 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture 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 furniture by Sergio Rodrigues, Móveis Cimo, and Geraldo de Barros. Prices for Percival Lafer furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $595 and can go as high as $36,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,423.
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- 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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