Percival Lafer (b. 1936)
What is Percival Lafer’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 75 auction results for Percival Lafer at 23 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,416 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,804–$8,133, n=19). The auction record is $25,411 for Suite de deux fauteuils et un repose pied (2026, Maison R&C). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suite de deux fauteuils et un repose pied, 1936 | Nubuck, jacaranda | $25,411 | Maison R&C | Mar 2026 |
| 2 | Sofa, model MP-81, 1965 | Partridgewood | $19,050 | Wright | Mar 2025 |
| 3 | Lounge suite (4), 1958 | Leather | $11,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Dec 2012 |
| 4 | MP-61 lounge chairs, 1973 | Fiberglass | $10,795 | Wright | Mar 2025 |
| 5 | MP-61 lounge chairs, 1973 | Leather, lacquered fiberglass, rosewood | $9,600 | Wright | Jul 2026 |
| 6 | MP-61 lounge chairs, 1973 | Brazil, 1973 leather, lacquered fiberglass, rosewood | $9,600 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jul 2026 |
| 7 | Sofa, model MP 211, 1975 | Partridgewood | $8,515 | Rago Arts | Mar 2024 |
| 8 | Lounge chairs, 1970 | Partridgewood | $8,190 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Apr 2023 |
| 9 | armchairs, pair, 1960 | Leather | $7,500 | Wright | Mar 2009 |
| 10 | Modèle MP-01, 1936 | Wool | $6,665 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 45 | $3,125 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 22 | $3,685 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 19 | $2,967 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 75 results from 23 houses · How we compute these figures
Percival Lafer is a Brazilian artist with 107 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $2,550. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Percival Lafer sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $5,500 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Percival Lafer on OpeningBid →What is a Percival Lafer work worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Percival Lafer work is $2,550.
The median Percival Lafer sculpture sells for $4,978 across 1 lots.
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $4,978 | $4,978 | — | 2023-10-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $16,025† | $25,411 | — | 2026-03-31 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2023 | $4,978 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Percival Lafer worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Percival Lafer work is $2,550. The median Percival Lafer sculpture sells for $4,978 across 1 lots. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Percival Lafer's auction record?
Percival Lafer's auction record is $25,411, set in 2026.
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