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Percival Lafer MP-116 Modular Lounge Chairs Set of 2

$13,990per set
£10,673.70per set
€12,206per set
CA$19,714.90per set
A$21,496.98per set
CHF 11,408.23per set
MX$259,891.57per set
NOK 144,379.48per set
SEK 132,343.88per set
DKK 91,166.26per set

About the Item

A rare and beautifully preserved pair of Percival Lafer MP-116 modular lounge units, produced in Brazil in the 1970s. The MP-116 is one of Lafer’s most sculptural and technically sophisticated seating designs, celebrated for its distinctive pillow-block construction, deep gathered leather, and the refined engineering that defines his most collectible work. Pairs of MP-116 modules in matching condition are increasingly difficult to source, making this offering especially desirable for collectors and designers seeking original Lafer pieces. Each module is formed from four generously padded leather cushions that create the soft, architectural geometry characteristic of the MP-116 series. Upholstered in rich dark-chocolate leather, the cushions maintain their fullness and supple texture, presenting in very good original condition with the surface character and patina that only decades of careful stewardship can produce. The frames are crafted from solid Brazilian Jatobá hardwood, a dense and highly valued tropical species chosen by Lafer for its structural strength and warm, glowing tonality. The timber shows exceptional grain clarity and remains in outstanding condition. The MP-116 was conceived as a forward-thinking modular system, far more sophisticated than most mid-century modular seating. Each unit functions beautifully as an individual lounge chair, yet two modules together can create a sculptural loveseat, a low chaise-like configuration, or a striking asymmetrical arrangement suited to contemporary interiors. This pair offers the rare opportunity to acquire two perfectly matching modules from the same original owner, preserving the visual continuity and design intent of Lafer’s modular philosophy. The pair is accompanied by photocopies of the original 1973 Brazil Contempo sales receipt and the original period brochure documenting the model. Also included is two factory-sealed packets of new-old-stock Lafer Jatobá wood button-plug dowels, an exceptional archival survival that further underscores the authenticity and completeness of the offering. This two-piece set represents a refined, architecturally expressive example of one of Percival Lafer’s most innovative modular seating systems—ideal for collectors, designers, and interiors seeking sculptural Brazilian modernism at its finest.
  • Creator:
    Percival Lafer (Designer)
  • Similar to:
    Sergio Rodrigues (Designer)De Sede (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)Seat Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1973
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Leather in very good vintage condition, showing minimal wear and a well-preserved surface with strong color and clean gathers. Small creases with wear on one chair and one small re-stiched seam. Jatobá wood components remain in excellent condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Chattanooga, TN
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2255347896132

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