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.
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chairs
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Brazilian Modern lounge chairs crafted of stunning solid Brazilian Rosewood with new boucle fabric ...
Rosewood
“Canoa” Sofa in Brazilian Rosewood & Camel Velvet, Liceu de Artes, Brazil, 1965
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural expression of Brazilian modernism, the “Canoa” sofa by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios balances architectural precision with an unmistakably Brazilian design vocabulary. Its de...
Mohair, Velvet, Rosewood
Sofa in Rosewood & Mohair by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazilian Modern, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional example of Brazilian Modern design from the 1960s, this monumental sofa by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios embodies the movement's pursuit of architectural simplicity, master...
Mohair, Rosewood
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.
Upholstery, Hardwood
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.
Leather, Imbuia
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Caviúna & Olive Mohair, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of Brazilian Modern armchairs designed by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, crafted in richly figured caviúna wood and newly upholstered in luxurious deep olive mohair. Produced...
Mohair, Hardwood
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...
Fabric, Wood
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...
Fabric, Wood
Eight Mid-century Liceu de Artes e Officios Brazilian Modern Dining Chairs
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Oakland, CA
Elegant set of eight Brazilian Modern dining chairs produced by Liceu de Artes e Officios, 1955, in Sao Paulo Brazil. Hand sculpted of be...
Wood
Brazilian Modern Rosewood Coffee Table by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1960
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural Brazilian modern coffee table by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, crafted in rosewood in the 1960s. The richly figured wood has developed a warm, nuanced patina that brings dep...
Glass, Rosewood
Sofa in Rosewood & Warm Ivory Mohair by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
A refined example of Brazilian Modernism at its most architectural, this three-seat sofa produced by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios in the 1960s embodies the disciplined balance between sc...
Mohair, Hardwood
$15,840Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Fabric, Wood
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Rosewood & 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 ...
Bouclé, Hardwood
Liceu De Artes E Oficios Rocking Chair With Ottoman Brazil 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
A refined Brazilian modern rocking chair, produced in the 1960s by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. The design reflects a clear understanding of proportion and material, where each element...
Leather, Wood
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...
Leather, Hardwood
$19,893 / set
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...
Velvet, Rosewood
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...
Upholstery, Jacaranda
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...
Linen, Hardwood
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
Upholstery, Hardwood
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.
Imbuia
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 ...
Leather, Rosewood
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...
Leather, Hardwood
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...
Velvet, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Armchairs, Hardwood, Brazil, 1960s
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...
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Liceu de Artes e Ofícios Armchair, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Saudade, MG
Armchair designed for the Liceu de Artes e Ofícios in the 1960s, featuring a solid wood frame, metal feet, and a leather-upholstered seat.
Metal
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...
Leather, Hardwood
Slatted Sofa by Liceu De Artes E Ofícios, Slatted Wood Frame and Upholstery
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Lisboa, PT
A sofa attributed to the Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, built on a slatted rosewood frame with a side table integrated at each end.
Upholstery, Wood
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,...
Metal
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...
Brass
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...
Leather, Hardwood
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...
Leather, Rosewood
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
Hardwood
Sculptural Rosewood & Iron Bench by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, 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...
Iron
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 ...
Leather, Upholstery, Rosewood
Price Upon Request
801 Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in London, England
801 Lounge Chairs by Jorge Zalszupin
Fabric, Hardwood
Price Upon Request
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
Fabric, Hardwood
Price Upon Request
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.
Hardwood, Cane
Price Upon Request
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.
Hardwood