RAFA specializes in Brazilian modernist design from the 1950s and 1960s
Pieces are sourced in Brazil and restored by skilled specialists. Restoration follows a conservation-led approach: original finishes are preserved wherever possible, and any interventions are carefully documented to ensure the integrity and longevity of each work.
Our permanent venue is taking shape just outside Amsterdam, in an early-20th-century heritage stable complex that once formed part of Haarlem’s historic racecourse. Under careful restoration, it will soon offer a tactile, personal environment for the collection.
Founded by Thomas Martojo, RAFA works with collectors, architects and private clients worldwide. For inquiries, collaborations or viewings, we welcome you to get in touch.
Percival Lafer ‘MP-87’ Lounge Chair
The ‘MP-87’ lounge seat, designed by Percival Lafer in the 1970s, is defined by its sculptural oval form, created through the fusion of two molded volumes. Its injected foam body rests within a chrome steel frame supported by a fine mesh that carries the seat.
Reupholstered in off-white fabric, the chair reveals the clarity of its geometry and the comfort of its enveloping shape. Both minimal and technically refined, it stands as one of Lafer’s most experimental designs.