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Pair of Armchairs by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

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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 structure with new upholstery in a light grey linen. The high quality wood frame is in excellent condition, rare signs of age: A matt finish reveals the beautiful colour & grain of the wood throughout both chairs. Beyond the elegant curved lines of the arms and legs, these Liceu armchairs are also very comfortable: the angle of the seat + position of the backrest + the comfortable armrests offer great seating experience. Dimensions: D76 x W71 x H76 cm Liceu De Artes & Oficios was established in 1873 in São Paulo by a group of coffee aristocrats with the intention of training skilled labor for future industrialisation of Brazil. The educational institution developed over the years: the Liceu remained a leading institution for decades forming professionals in the creative Industries. It was a school, museum, workplace and crafts workshop in one, promoting Brazilian culture and design to the wide public. The Liceu is a reference of quality design and rigorous production: many great pieces of furniture by Brazilian young designers were manufactured and sold by the Liceu de Artes e Oficios.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 27.96 in (71 cm)Depth: 29.93 in (76 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The wood has been lightly sanded and refinished to a matt finish. The upholstery has been redone in Brazil, on a light grey linen fabric. The wood is in great shape, with beautiful pattern and colour.
  • Seller Location:
    Whitstable, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6675233277222
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