Percival Lafer MP85 adjustable lounge chairs Brazil 1971

Highly rare and versatile set of MP85 chairs designed and manufactured by Percival Lafer in Brazil in 1971. They’re crafted from solid hardwood and have been recently reupholstered with a white linen-like fabric, so they’re in great condition. The hardwood structure shows a beautiful grain pattern and feels substantial in terms of quality. In order to make a single daybed, two chairs had to be juxtaposed, the backrests removed from their original positions and manually attached to the ends of the seats. The MP-85 was a commercial success because of its simple and qosequently competitive, construction. You can also turn two lounge chairs into one chaise longue.

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.

Literature; Percival Lafer Design, Industry and Marketplace, page 106-107

Like all our upholstered pieces these can also be newly upholstered to your admiration. Ask our experienced upholstery department for an affordable quote for the item you want customised. We only use the best quality fabrics, foam, and materials for all our items. With the reupholstery we will always keep the originality in mind so the piece doesn’t lose its value and will be ready for years of use again.