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Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

Brazilian

In 1873, a group of wealthy coffee merchants established the Liceu de Artes e Ofícios with the stated aim of supporting future industrialization efforts in Brazil. Seven years later, it became a fully integrated school. For over a century, it has trained the public in fields of agriculture, industry, trade, crafts, the arts and design, including furniture design, leading to the production of incredibly rare student-designed pieces still sought after today. 

Borrowing its model from similar European institutions, the Liceu de Artes e Ofícios built upon methods and curricula popular at the time to instruct and train economically disadvantaged locals. In the hopes of making Brazil’s industries more competitive, the school involved eminent volunteers, including two of its directors, Brazilian architects Bettencourt da Silva and Ramos de Azevedo. At times, the school used its own exceptionally talented students as teachers when volunteers were scarce.

The Sociedade Propagadora das Belas Artes maintained the school in a building designed by Ramos in São Paulo. Ramos’s work also included notable buildings such as the Theatro Municipal de São Paulo and the Palácio das Indústrias. The school has provided furnishings for a range of hotels, like the Manaus Tropical Hotel, as well as the Cumbica International Airport.

On 1stDibs find a collection of Liceu de Artes e Ofícios seating, tables and more.

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Creator: Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
1960s Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Lounge Chair
1960s Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Lounge Chair

1960s Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Lounge Chair

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Founded in 1873, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios de São Paulo is a Brazilian institution inspired by the European Arts & Crafts school model. Its core areas included design, metal casting, ...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Jacaranda

Brazilian Modern Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Rosewood & Iron, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Rosewood & Iron, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Rosewood & Iron, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This sculptural bench, crafted in Brazil in the 1960s by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, exemplifies the intersection of modern design, artisanal skill, and architectural thinking that def...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Iron

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and brown velvet sofa produced by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, c. 1960. Vintage fabric in fair condition.Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.0"H x 85.25"W x 30.0"D Seat Hei...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1960 Mid-Century Modern Brazil
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1960 Mid-Century Modern Brazil

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1960 Mid-Century Modern Brazil

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Curitiba, PR

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Pair of Armchairs, 1960 Elegant pair of armchairs crafted by the Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, São Paulo, circa 1960. Made of solid Jacarandá wood, these piece...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Vintage Rosewood Armchair, Brazil, 1960s
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Vintage Rosewood Armchair, Brazil, 1960s

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Vintage Rosewood Armchair, Brazil, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Vintage Armchair Wood, Upholstery 1960s Priced individually. Pair available. Matching Sofa available.

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Sofa in Rosewood & Bouclé by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Modern, 1960s
Sofa in Rosewood & Bouclé by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Modern, 1960s

Sofa in Rosewood & Bouclé by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Modern, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This sofa is made with Rosewood and it has been reupholstered with a beautiful off-white boucle. What makes this sofa so unique are the built-in side tables (also made with Rosewood...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Hardwood, Bouclé

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This rocking chair by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios is a strong example of Brazilian modern design from the 1960s. The chair is constructed with a solid rosewood frame and features a susp...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Liceu De Artes E Oficios Arm Chairs Pair, Brazil, 1960
Liceu De Artes E Oficios Arm Chairs Pair, Brazil, 1960

Liceu De Artes E Oficios Arm Chairs Pair, Brazil, 1960

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Striking pair of armchairs designed and made by Lice de Artes e Oficios, Brazil 1960. These lounge chairs made by Liceu de Artes e Officios have a beautiful patina and are in a very ...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Rosewood

Mid-Century Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s
Mid-Century Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s

Mid-Century Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Deerfield Beach, FL

Mid-century bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s Structured in wood with a plywood top, this versatile piece by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios can be used either as a low tabl...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Wood, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Brazilian Designer, Brazil, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Brazilian Designer, Brazil, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Brazilian Designer, Brazil, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Deerfield Beach, FL

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1960s Armchair from the late 1960s, manufactured by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil. Structure in ebonized...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil
Pair of Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil

Pair of Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

A striking study in sculptural woodworking and restrained Brazilian modernism, this exceptional pair of lounge armchairs was produced by the renowned Liceu de Artes e Ofícios during ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Hardwood, Mohair

Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury

Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

Two-seat sofa designed by Liceu de Artes e Oficios in solid rosewood, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1960s. The piece has been recently refinished and newly upholstered in natural leather. Liceu De Artes & Oficios was established in 1873 by a group of elite coffee aristocrats that pretended to train skilled labor for possible future industrialization of Brazil. Seven years after, the institution changed completely the proposal, really becoming a school of craftsmanship, occupying a building design by Ramos de...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Rosewood

“Canoa” Sofa in Brazilian Rosewood & Upholstery, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, 1960s
“Canoa” Sofa in Brazilian Rosewood & Upholstery, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, 1960s

“Canoa” Sofa in Brazilian Rosewood & Upholstery, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

Architectural restraint meets cultural reference in this 1960s Canoa sofa by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. Executed in solid Brazilian rosewood (jacarandá), the design is distinguis...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

Vintage Rosewood Sofa, Liceu De Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s, Mid-Century
Vintage Rosewood Sofa, Liceu De Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s, Mid-Century

Vintage Rosewood Sofa, Liceu De Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s, Mid-Century

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Liceu de Artes e Oficios Vintage Sofa Rosewood, Fabric Brazil, 1950s

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Rosewood Bench or Low Table, Brazil, 1950s
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Rosewood Bench or Low Table, Brazil, 1950s

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Rosewood Bench or Low Table, Brazil, 1950s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Bench or Low Table Rosewood, 1950s

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1950s Brazilian Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Hardwood

Lounge Chair in Hardwood by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1960s
Lounge Chair in Hardwood by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1960s

Lounge Chair in Hardwood by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This pair of mid-century lounge chairs, designed by the esteemed Brazilian design manufacturer Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, is a stunning representation of the innovative and refined cr...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Scarce and original Liceu De Artes armchairs
Scarce and original Liceu De Artes armchairs

Scarce and original Liceu De Artes armchairs

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Rare fauteuil par Liceu de Artes E Officios, Longuement attribué à Jorge Zalzsupin. Dans son jus.

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Imbuia

Brazilian Modern Stools by Liceu de Artes, Rosewood & Cane, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Stools by Liceu de Artes, Rosewood & Cane, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Stools by Liceu de Artes, Rosewood & Cane, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This refined pair of stools, produced in Brazil during the 1960s and attributed to the Liceu de Artes, exemplifies the disciplined yet warm design language that defined Brazilian mod...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Cane, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, Brazil, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, Brazil, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, Brazil, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

Produced in the 1960s at the Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, this pair of armchairs reflects the academic rigor and craft discipline that shaped Brazilian Modernism during its formative de...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Bouclé Liceu de Artes, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Bouclé Liceu de Artes, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Bouclé Liceu de Artes, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

A powerful and refined pair of Brazilian modern armchairs produced by Liceu de Artes, dating to the 1960s. Executed in solid Brazilian rosewood (jacarandá), the chairs exemplify the ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Bouclé, Hardwood

Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge chairs Brazil 1955
Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge chairs Brazil 1955

Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge chairs Brazil 1955

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Super rare sculptural lounge chairs designed and made by Liceu de Artes e Oficios, Brazil 1955. The chairs have elegant lines and awesome woodworking details. The feet are slightly a...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Velvet, Rosewood

Coffee table by Liceu de artes e officios
Coffee table by Liceu de artes e officios

Coffee table by Liceu de artes e officios

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Rare table basse par Liceu de Artes e Officios à sao paulo.

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Imbuia

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Green Velvet, Liceu De Artes, c. 1960s
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Green Velvet, Liceu De Artes, c. 1960s

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Green Velvet, Liceu De Artes, c. 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This sensational pair of armchairs was designed by Liceu de Artes e Oficios in Brazil during the 60s and features a structure made in hardwood, four curved legs and armrests in hardw...

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Velvet, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Leather,  Liceu de Artes e Oficios 1960s
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Leather,  Liceu de Artes e Oficios 1960s

Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes e Oficios 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

Liceu de Artes e Oficios, Brazil, c. 1960s. Produced for the Liceu’s institutional interiors, this three-seat sofa distills the formal restraint of Brazilian modernism into a long, q...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge sofa Brazil 1955
Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge sofa Brazil 1955

Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge sofa Brazil 1955

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Super rare sculptural lounge sofa designed and made by Liceu de Artes e Oficios, Brazil 1955. The sofa has elegant lines and awesome woodworking details. The feet are slightly angled...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Velvet, Rosewood

Coffee Table in Hardwood, by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1950s
Coffee Table in Hardwood, by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1950s

Coffee Table in Hardwood, by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1950s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This stunning Brazilian modernist coffee table, attributed to the renowned Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, embodies the refined craftsmanship and timeless aesthetic of 1950s design. Constr...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Glass, Hardwood

Liceu de Artes & Ofícios Brazilian Chairs, Mid-Century Modern Design
Liceu de Artes & Ofícios Brazilian Chairs, Mid-Century Modern Design

Liceu de Artes & Ofícios Brazilian Chairs, Mid-Century Modern Design

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

These two lounge chairs are a stunning representation of midcentury Brazilian design, produced by the esteemed design collective Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. The chairs' frames are craf...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Brass

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Beige Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Beige Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Beige Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This elegant pair of “Canoa” armchairs was produced in Brazil during the 1960s by the Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, an institution renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and role in ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Hardwood, Leather

Pair of Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Pair of Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Pair of Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Whitstable, GB

A pair of beautiful solid wood armchairs designed and manufactured by Liceu de Artes e Oficios, São Paulo, 1960s. The design is inspired on a chair design by Finn Juhl. Solid wood s...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

Brazilian Modern Ottoman in hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Ottoman in hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Ottoman in hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This mid-century ottoman by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios is crafted in solid rosewood and upholstered in its original black leather, which remains in good condition for its age. The piec...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Rosewood, Grey Fabric, Brazil, 1955
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Rosewood, Grey Fabric, Brazil, 1955

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Rosewood, Grey Fabric, Brazil, 1955

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in High Point, NC

A grey fabric and rosewood sofa designed and produced by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1955. Presents with partial makers label to underside. Seat Height (inches): 15.25" Arm ...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Fabric, Rosewood

Brazilian Design. Liceu de Arte e Oficios. Coffee table, wood and metal. c. 1960
Brazilian Design. Liceu de Arte e Oficios. Coffee table, wood and metal. c. 1960

Brazilian Design. Liceu de Arte e Oficios. Coffee table, wood and metal. c. 1960

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in PARIS, FR

Liceu de Artes e Oficios Coffee table, c. 1960 Contains the workshop label Solid wood, wood veneer and Metal 33 x 100 x 80 cm 12 99/100 x 39 37/100 x 31 1/2 in Dating from the 1960s,...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Metal

Rocking Chair with Ottoman in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s
Rocking Chair with Ottoman in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

Rocking Chair with Ottoman in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This Brazilian modern rocking chair and ottoman set dates to the 1960s and reflects the refined craftsmanship associated with mid-century production from the Liceu de Artes e Ofícios...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Brazilian Design - Liceu de Artes e Oficios, 4-seater sofa, solid wood. c. 1960
Brazilian Design - Liceu de Artes e Oficios, 4-seater sofa, solid wood. c. 1960

Brazilian Design - Liceu de Artes e Oficios, 4-seater sofa, solid wood. c. 1960

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in PARIS, FR

Liceu de Artes e Oficios 4-seater sofa, c. 1960 Solid wood and natural linen fabric 200 x 80 x 71 cm 78 37/50 x 31 1/2 x 27 19/20 in Made in the 1960s, this four-seater sofa exempla...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Linen, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, 1950's
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, 1950's

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, 1950's

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in New York, NY

This unique piece showcases the excellence of Brazilian modernist design. Crafted in solid rosewood of exceptional quality and upholstered in a deep red fabric. Founded in 1873 mids ...

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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Leather, Upholstery, Rosewood

Armchair with Curved Armrest by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1950's
Armchair with Curved Armrest by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1950's

Armchair with Curved Armrest by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios — Brazil, 1950's

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Constructed from richly hued hardwood, the chair is expertly shaped to highlight the material’s natural beauty. Its frame achieves an impeccable balance of strength and elegance, fea...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Hardwood

Minimalist Daybed,  Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
Minimalist Daybed,  Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern

Minimalist Daybed, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

The daybed, manufactured by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, is a prime example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture design, which is renowned for its blend of modernist principles with traditional Brazilian materials and techniques. Liceu de Artes e Ofícios was an important institution in the development of Brazilian design, providing education and promoting craftsmanship. Their furniture production is noted for its high-quality craftsmanship and use of local materials. This particular daybed features a robust and simple wooden frame, made from native Brazilian hardwood, which is known for its durability and beautiful grain. The use of such wood not only ensures longevity but also gives the piece a warm, inviting appearance. The design of the daybed is minimalist, with clean lines and an unadorned structure that emphasizes the natural beauty of the wood. It has a low profile and a rectangular shape, which are characteristic of modernist design, aiming for functionality without sacrificing style. The cushioning on top is tufted, adding a touch of classic detailing to an otherwise modern piece. The tufting is not merely decorative but also helps to keep the upholstery in place and maintain its shape over time. The legs of the daybed are short and splayed, a design choice that provides stability and a slight mid-century aesthetic flair. The clean geometry of the daybed allows it to fit seamlessly into various interior design schemes, from the more traditional to the contemporary. Overall, this daybed represents the innovative spirit of Brazilian design from the mid-20th century, where designers and manufacturers were embracing modernist trends while fostering a unique Brazilian identity through the use of local materials and traditional craftsmanship. It's a functional, elegant piece that reflects the era's design values: form, function, and a close relationship with the materials used. About the manufacturer: The Liceu de Artes e Ofícios in São Paulo, established in 1873, is a significant Brazilian institution with a focus on technical education and has also made contributions to cultural and industrial production. The school was founded by the elite of coffee aristocrats with the positivist ideal of promoting the "dignity of man through work," aiming to prepare specialized labor for the country's future industrialization. Throughout its history, the institution has undergone several transformations. It started with simple courses such as Arithmetic and then expanded to include technical education, inspired by the European Arts and Crafts Movement, which valued the manual work of craftsmen within the capitalist industry. Under the direction of architect Francisco de Paula Ramos de Azevedo...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

Liceu De Artes e Oficios Pair of Midcentury Brazilian Jacaranda Armchairs Cream
Liceu De Artes e Oficios Pair of Midcentury Brazilian Jacaranda Armchairs Cream

Liceu De Artes e Oficios Pair of Midcentury Brazilian Jacaranda Armchairs Cream

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Barcelona, ES

Liceu de artes e oficios Pair of armchairs Manufactured by Liceo de Arte e Oficios Brazil, 1950 Solid jacaranda and upholstery Cream upholstered Mid-Century Modern Measure...

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20th Century Brazilian Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Upholstery, Jacaranda

Sofa by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios”, Brazil, 1960s
Sofa by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios”, Brazil, 1960s

Sofa by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios”, Brazil, 1960s

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sofa designed and produced by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios” around 1960’s in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Solid wood, brass details and new upholstery. Ready to...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Brass

Armchairs by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios”, Brazil 1960s.
Armchairs by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios”, Brazil 1960s.

Armchairs by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios”, Brazil 1960s.

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Barcelona, ES

Armchairs designed and produced by “Liceu de Artes e Ofícios” around 1960’s in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Solid wood, brass details and new upholstery. Rea...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Brass

801 Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
801 Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin

801 Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in London, England

801 Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

Lounge Chairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Lounge Chairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Lounge Chairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in London, England

Pair of lounge chairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Side table by Liceu de Artes e Oficios
Side table by Liceu de Artes e Oficios

Side table by Liceu de Artes e Oficios

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in London, England

Side table by Liceu de Artes e Oficios made in wood and cane.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Cane

Coffee table by Liceu de Artes e Oficios
Coffee table by Liceu de Artes e Oficios

Coffee table by Liceu de Artes e Oficios

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in London, England

Beautiful coffee table by Liceu de Artes e Oficios made in wood and cane.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Liceu De Artes E Ofícios furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Liceu de Artes e Ofícios furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios were created in the mid-century modern style in south america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Móveis Cimo, Forma, and Forma Brazil. Prices for Liceu de Artes e Ofícios furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,800 and can go as high as $25,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $14,600.