What do I wear to a 1920s party?

To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.

What did flappers wear in the 1920s?

In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.

What does a 1920 flapper look like?

Flappers were young women known for their energy who pushed the boundaries of freedom for women of that era. The classic image of a 1920 flapper is a party girl who wore make-up, lingerie and a knee-length, straight silk dress. Flappers often had shorter hairstyles, like a bob. Find a variety of 1920s nostalgia items, including flapper dresses, on 1stDibs.

What is 1920s furniture called?

What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.

What was the clothing style in the 1920s?

The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.

What are 1920s dresses called?

The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.

What era is 1920s jewelry?

What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.

What colors were fashionable in the 1920s?

In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.

What did brides wear in the 1920s?

In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.

A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.

What is a kneehole desk?

A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.

What is a peninsula desk?

A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.

What is a modular desk?

A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.

What is a tanker desk?

A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is a hutch on a desk?

A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.

What is an executive desk?

An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.

What is a waterfall desk?

A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.

What is a writing desk?

A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

What is a captain's desk?

A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.

1920s Desk

Antique Bronze Paperweight

1920s Stove

Antique Desk Sets

Antique Glass Inkwells

Antique Letter Opener

1920s Lamp Shade

1920s Amsterdam School

Art Deco Copper Desk Lamp

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Art Deco Inlaid Amboyna Veneered Table Clock, 1920s, Sue Mare

$1,200

Art Deco Table Set by WMF Around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco table set by WMF around 1920s Inkwell: Measures: Hight: 10cm Wide: 26cm Deep: 13cm.

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Table Set by WMF Around 1920s

$923

French Art Deco Extendable Table, Made in the 1920s Out of Makasar

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Material: Makassar. Completely restored, surface was polished by piano lacquers to high gloss. The extended table has a width of 305 cm.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Macassar, Lacquer

French Art Deco Extendable Table, Made in the 1920s Out of Makasar

$13,145

Antique 1920s Hamilton Wadsworth 14k Gold Glow in the Dark Pendant Pocket Watch

By Hamilton

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 1920’s Hamilton Watch Company square pocket watch. Features 986A, 17 Jewel works, numbered

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold

Antique 1920s Hamilton Wadsworth 14k Gold Glow in the Dark Pendant Pocket Watch

$1,000

Circa 1920 French Walnut Desk Chair

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Circa 1920's French walnut desk chair with a newer dark blue/green leather seat.

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Early 20th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Circa 1920 French Walnut Desk Chair

$2,800

1920s Perforated Metal Industrial Factory Office Wastebasket Trash Can Green

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Probably an accessory from the Globe-Wernicke 1920s Catalog, in Dark Army Green.

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Vintage 1920s American Industrial More Desk Accessories

Materials

Steel

1920s Perforated Metal Industrial Factory Office Wastebasket Trash Can Green

$895

High Gloss Black Lacquer One Fifth Paris Office Writing Desk by Ralph Lauren

By Ralph Lauren

Located in North York, ON

This 1920s inspired French desk features high gloss polished black lacquer and a gorgeous leather

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

High Gloss Black Lacquer One Fifth Paris Office Writing Desk by Ralph Lauren

$9,000

Very Fine Art Deco Hardwood Desk Bought from Galerie Jacques Lacoste, Paris

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this really rather lovely original circa 1920s hardwood desk

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks

Materials

Chrome

Very Fine Art Deco Hardwood Desk Bought from Galerie Jacques Lacoste, Paris

$20,485

French Mahogany and Tufted Leather Swivel Desk Chair

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1920s French desk chair has mahogany frame with four cabriole legs on brass casters, a tufted

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Early 20th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

French Mahogany and Tufted Leather Swivel Desk Chair

$2,595

Art Deco Birch Biedermeier Desk

Located in San Marino, CA

Swedish Art Deco Biedermeier desk, circa 1920s. Petite scale, with two drawers and simple, square

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20th Century Swedish Art Deco Desks

Materials

Birch

Art Deco Birch Biedermeier Desk

$3,300

Arts Crafts Brass and Wood Round Box by Erhard Sohne Vienna, circa 1920s

By Erhard Söhne

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco Arts & Crafts brass and wood round box by Erhard & Sohne Vienna circa 1920s Original

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Arts Crafts Brass and Wood Round Box by Erhard Sohne Vienna, circa 1920s

$450

1920s Art Deco French Cast Brass Bullterrier Dog on Green Marble Paperweight

Located in Haarlem, NL

Very cute heavy little French Art Deco brass bullterrier dog on green marble. Nice expression in his face, and the way he lifts his paw made me want to have this little fellow.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Brass

1920s Art Deco French Cast Brass Bullterrier Dog on Green Marble Paperweight

$750

French Art Deco Black Marble Clock and Pen Desk Set

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial French Art Deco black marble clock and pen desk set, circa 1920s -1930s

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Marble

French Art Deco Black Marble Clock and Pen Desk Set

$750

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Machine Age Alarm Clock, circa 1920s

Located in Devon, England

bronze clock is made by C. Terras and dates to the late 1920s. Fully serviced in March 2019, signed to

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Machine Age Alarm Clock, circa 1920s

$1,843

French Bulldog Bronze Desk Paperweight, Austria, 1920´s

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

French bulldog bronze figure / sculpture desk paperweight - Austria 1920´s. Marked Austria. Very

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Bulldog Bronze Desk Paperweight, Austria, 1920´s

$1,600

Bronze Mounted Antique French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Writing Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

dates to the 1900s-1920s era. The desk measures 54 wide x 29 deep x 31 tall.

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Mounted Antique French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Writing Desk

$1,850

French Flambe Glaze 1920s Table Desk Lamp

Located in Montclair, NY

A lovely 1920s French blue and cafe' au last flambe' glaze small table lamp with gilt mounts

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate

French Flambe Glaze 1920s Table Desk Lamp

$680

Embossed Leather French Louis XVI Writing Table Bureau Plat with Trays

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a fine quality 1920s era mahogany French desk that has a superb gold tooled leather top and

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Embossed Leather French Louis XVI Writing Table Bureau Plat with Trays

$3,250

1980s Cartier Art Deco Style Alarm Clock 24K Gold Plated. Made in Swiss

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

. Designed in the 1920s, this Cartier alarm clock desk was made in the 1980s. It's marked Cartier Paris

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate

1980s Cartier Art Deco Style Alarm Clock 24K Gold Plated. Made in Swiss

$2,900

1920s Mark Cross London Shagreen Desk Box Organizer

By Mark Cross

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Luxurious shagreen revolving door desk top organizer made by Mark Cross London. Extravagance and

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

1920s Mark Cross London Shagreen Desk Box Organizer

$1,795

Art Deco Gilt Bronze Turtle Sculpture / Paperweight, 1920´s

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Art Deco Gilt Bronze turtle sculpture / desk paperweight. 1920´s. Turtle has been mounted over a

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Gilt Bronze Turtle Sculpture / Paperweight, 1920´s

$499

1920s Art Deco Streamline Desk Lamp

Located in Surrey, BC

A designer style Art Deco desk lamp with a desirable cantilevered arm and two-tiered enameled metal

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Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

1920s Art Deco Streamline Desk Lamp

$1,100

1920s Antique Sterling Silver Desk Calendar

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver desk calendar in the

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20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1920s Antique Sterling Silver Desk Calendar

$1,645

Banker s/ Desk Lamp by "Pittsburgh Lamp Co." Reverse Painted Shade, ca. 1920 s

By Pittsburgh Lamp, Brass and Glass Company

Located in Petaluma, CA

This beautiful little lamp can be used as a desk lamp by just adjusting the lower knuckle to the

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Vintage 1920s American Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Banker s/ Desk Lamp by "Pittsburgh Lamp Co." Reverse Painted Shade, ca. 1920 s

$1,450

1920s Laboratory Light / Desk Lamp by O.C. White (signed)

By O.C. White

Located in Brooklyn, NY

All original laboratory lamp by OC White circa 1930, signed. Classic industrial aesthetic rendered a bit less austere by its bright orange enamel which shows its age but is still lar...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Steel

1920s Laboratory Light / Desk Lamp by O.C. White (signed)

$875

Art Deco Vintage Red Bakelite Desk Lamp Table Lamp 1920s Germany

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage table lamp or desk lamp from bakelite in red color 1920s Germany. Wonderful dark

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bakelite

Art Deco Vintage Red Bakelite Desk Lamp Table Lamp 1920s Germany

$1,658

Art Nouveau Sculptural Small Framed Mirror for Desk Table Display, 1920s

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Mirror Small Framed vintage desk mirror with lovely art Nouveau ornamentation 1920s Simple and

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau Sculptural Small Framed Mirror for Desk Table Display, 1920s

$225

Charles Schneider / Ranc French Art Deco Eagle Table / Desk Lamp, 1920s

By Charles Ranc, Charles Schneider

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco table/desk lamp by Charles Schneider (Epinay-sur-Seine, Paris) and Charles Ranc

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Charles Schneider / Ranc French Art Deco Eagle Table / Desk Lamp, 1920s

$3,000

Rare Art Deco Period Bakelite Desk Thermometer, English circa 1920s

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a rare Art Deco period Desk Thermometer in Bakelite, made by British Rototherm, London and

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

Rare Art Deco Period Bakelite Desk Thermometer, English circa 1920s

$580

Daum Large French Art Deco Table or Desk Lamp, 1920s

By Daum

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco table or desk lamp by Daum (Croismare, Nancy), France, late 1920s. Blown double

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Daum Large French Art Deco Table or Desk Lamp, 1920s

$1,184

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Desk Set ca. 1920s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Desk Set ca. 1920s Item e7287 A nicely carved Black Forest bear

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Desk Set ca. 1920s

$385

1920s Bradley Hubbard Brass Harp Desk Lamp

By Bradley Hubbard

Located in San Francisco, CA

An Arts & Crafts brass harp desk/table lamp. Finely crafted by Bradley & Hubbard in the early 20th

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

1920s Bradley Hubbard Brass Harp Desk Lamp

$925

Early Just Andersen Desk Lamp, 1920s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

designer and manufacturer from Copenhagen. Andersen began working with metal in the early 1920s, having

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Vintage 1920s Danish Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Early Just Andersen Desk Lamp, 1920s, Denmark

$1,776

Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Early 20th century Art Deco articulated brass gooseneck desk lamp with decorated Brassed Copper

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s

$1,707

Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Early 20th century Art Deco articulated brass gooseneck desk lamp with decorated Brassed Copper

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s

$1,707

Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An Early 20th Century Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp . With a decorative brass

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s

$1,707

Set of Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

Set of 1920s Just Andersen desk lamps. A historic duo with marks from a 100 years life-time. * A

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

$3,671

Set of Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

A set of Just Andersen table lamps made in the 1920s and accomplished with new shades made of

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

$4,500

Set of Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

for a side table or night desk. The set is in very good vintage condition, with only a few marks

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

$3,200

Set of Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

manufacturer from Copenhagen. Andersen began working with metal in the early 1920s, having been trained as a

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

$3,789

Charles Schneider and Charles Ranc French Art Deco Desk or Table Lamp, 1920s

By Charles Ranc, Charles Schneider

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco desk or table lamp by Charles Schneider and Charles Ranc. This shade made by

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Charles Schneider and Charles Ranc French Art Deco Desk or Table Lamp, 1920s

$1,125

Dutch Art Deco desk lamp by Daalderop, 1920s

By Daalderop KDM Royal Holland

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

A rare Dutch Art Deco table lamp or bedside light by Dutch manufacturer Daalderop, c. 1925. The piece is in excellent condition regarding its age. These lamps were produced in brass ...

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Dutch Art Deco desk lamp by Daalderop, 1920s

$2,072

Antique Seated Buddha Desk or Table Lamp, ca. 1920s

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful antique hand-painted seated Buddha desk or table lamp, circa 1920s. There are several

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Vintage 1920s American Table Lamps

Antique Seated Buddha Desk or Table Lamp, ca. 1920s

$1,250

Art Deco Chrome Table or Desk Lamp all adjustable with Shell Shade, circa 1920s

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very good and original desk or table lamp from the Art Deco period, circa 1920s It is

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Chrome Table or Desk Lamp all adjustable with Shell Shade, circa 1920s

$880

1920s to 1940s Japanesque Silvered Mirrored Console, Table or Desk by Rowley, UK

By Rowley Gallery

Located in London, Fitzrovia

Rare 1920s to 1940s Japanesque silvered wooden console, table, vanity or small desk by Rowley

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20th Century British Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

1920s to 1940s Japanesque Silvered Mirrored Console, Table or Desk by Rowley, UK

$1,980

Set of early Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

A set of early Just Andersen table lamps made in the 1920s. A rare set in good vintage condition

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of early Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

$4,500

Japanese Old Low Table 1860-1920s/Antique Desk Sofa Table Coffee Table Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This desk was made in Japan from the latter half of the Edo period to the Meiji period. In old

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Tables

Materials

Chestnut

Japanese Old Low Table 1860-1920s/Antique Desk Sofa Table Coffee Table Wabisabi

$1,500

Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An Elegant Early 20th century Art Deco articulated brass gooseneck desk lamp with a decorated

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s

$887

English Chinoiserie 1920s Black and Gold Tall Secretary with Slant Front Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

décor, slant front desk, broken arch pediment and multiple drawers. Created in England during the first

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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Secretaires

Materials

Wood

English Chinoiserie 1920s Black and Gold Tall Secretary with Slant Front Desk

$25,500

Vintage French 1920s Art Deco Cast Iron Frosted Glass Table Desk Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French 1930s, Art deco, frosted glass, cast desk light / table lamp 2,5 meter black cotton wire

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage French 1920s Art Deco Cast Iron Frosted Glass Table Desk Light

$491

Rare 1920s Wrought Iron Table or Desk Clock, Stamped Kriegsmaterial on the Back

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful and well working Arts & Crafts clock, stamped 'war materials'. This German 'war time' (or interbellum) clock is another one of our recent unique finds. After WWI there was...

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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Rare 1920s Wrought Iron Table or Desk Clock, Stamped Kriegsmaterial on the Back

$3,079

1920s Art Deco Oak, Macassar, Bronze and Ebonized Elements Mantle or Desk Clock

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful and well working Art Deco clock. If you are looking for a great shape and condition Art Deco clock then this original 1930s Art Deco clock could be perfect for you. The ...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

1920s Art Deco Oak, Macassar, Bronze and Ebonized Elements Mantle or Desk Clock

$1,302

Art Deco Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

By Georges H. Laurent

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Fantastic Art Deco silvered bronze elephant bookends signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s. Perfect

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

$4,500

Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s

By Darel

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Art Deco Roman warrior car mascot - Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s Guerrier by Darel. Perfect

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s

$1,999

Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s

By Darel

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Art Deco Roman warrior car mascot - Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s Guerrier by Darel. Perfect

Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s

$1,799

1920s Italian Modern Green Vanity

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous 1920s Italian modern desk/vanity in a rich pistachio green color with built in mirror and

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Brass

1920s Italian Modern Green Vanity

$2,200

Antique French Art Deco Figural Bronze Girl W Orb Marble Desk Mantel Clock

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique circa 1920s Art Deco chiming mantel / desk clock by Besle Auxerre, crafted of several

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique French Art Deco Figural Bronze Girl W Orb Marble Desk Mantel Clock

$1,175

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1920s desk you’re looking for. A 1920s desk — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a 1920s desk, we have 2825 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1920s desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1920s desk, designed in the Art Deco, Industrial or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. René Lalique, Marcel Breuer and Tiffany Studios each produced at least one beautiful 1920s desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1920s Desk?

Prices for a 1920s desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $39 and can go as high as $96,484, while the average can fetch as much as $2,184.

Questions About 1920s Desk

What do I wear to a 1920s party?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
What did flappers wear in the 1920s?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
What does a 1920 flapper look like?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Flappers were young women known for their energy who pushed the boundaries of freedom for women of that era. The classic image of a 1920 flapper is a party girl who wore make-up, lingerie and a knee-length, straight silk dress. Flappers often had shorter hairstyles, like a bob. Find a variety of 1920s nostalgia items, including flapper dresses, on 1stDibs.
What is 1920s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
What was the clothing style in the 1920s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
What are 1920s dresses called?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
What era is 1920s jewelry?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
What colors were fashionable in the 1920s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
What did brides wear in the 1920s?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
What is a desk tray?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
What is a kneehole desk?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
What is a peninsula desk?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a bed desk?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
What is a modular desk?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
What is a tanker desk?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is a hutch on a desk?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
What is an executive desk?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
What is a waterfall desk?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
What is a writing desk?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.
What is a captain s desk?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.