Percival Lafer – Model MP-97 Rosewood & Smoked Glass Coffee Table, Brazil, 1970s

An iconic piece of Brazilian modernism, this Model MP-97 coffee table by Percival Lafer exemplifies the designer’s bold architectural aesthetic and innovative use of materials. Designed and produced in Brazil during the 1970s, the table combines rich solid rosewood with smoked glass, resulting in a striking yet functional centrepiece.
The sculptural frame showcases Lafer’s mastery of joinery and proportion, minimal yet powerful, accented with exposed metal fittings that lend an industrial edge. The original smoked glass top rests perfectly within the frame, creating a light visual balance against the dark rosewood structure.
 
Designer: Percival Lafer 
 
Manufacturer: Lafer
 
Country of Origin: Brasil
 
Period: Mid Century
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Date of Origin: circa 1970
 
Material: Rosewood, Glass​
 
Color: Dark