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1920s Chinoiserie Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
1920s chinoiserie HMV gramophone cabinet converted to a drinks cabinet decorated with raised
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Vintage 1920s English Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

1920s Chinoiserie Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
1920s chinoiserie HMV Gramophone cabinet converted to a drinks cabinet decorated with raised
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Vintage 1920s English Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

1920s Painted Bedside Cabinet
Located in Buckinghamshire, GB
French painted bedside cabinet having three drawers and raised on cabriole legs
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Early 20th Century French Cabinets

Antique 1920s Spanish Revival Cabinet by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in Pasadena, CA
Circa 1920's . A beautiful side piece with all original finish. Carved walnut. Wonderful
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Early 20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

1920s Spanish Reviva Cabinet with Iron Hardware
Located in Pasadena, CA
Polychrome two light pendant with parrot, circa 1920s. 17" H x 14" W x 27" total H with chain and
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Vintage 1920s North American Spanish Colonial Cabinets

1920s Letterpress Printers Cabinet with Types
Located in London, GB
cabinet comes in a metal shell with 2 metal and 18 wooden drawers. The metal drawers were originally
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Early 20th Century British Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Lacquered British 1920 s cocktail cabinet hand painted by Kensa Designs
Located in Oxted, Surrey
sensuousness of jazz music of the 1920's.
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Vintage 1920s English Cabinets

Materials

Acrylic, Lacquer, Wood

Antique 1920s Polychrome Small Spanish Revival Side Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, CA
Cabinet with attractive polychrome finish from local 1920s Los Angeles estate, circa 1920s.
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Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Cabinets

1920s French Industrial Iron and Brass Compartment Cabinet
By Strafor
Located in Roubaix, FR
Very rare French iron four rolls compartment "Clapets" cabinet, 1920s. Original brass rotary knobs
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Marble-Top Console Cabinets, circa 1920s
Located in Summerland, CA
Pair of Mahogany wood cabinets with ebonized wood posts and gilt work. Original black marble top
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Vintage 1920s Cabinets

Materials

Marble

1920s Carved Walnut Side Cabinet with Marble Top
Located in Pasadena, CA
Ornately carved 1920s cabinet with very beautiful carved legs and doors. Original marble top
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Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

1920s Burr Walnut Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
1920s burr walnut cocktail cabinet, the fitted drinks cupboard doors decorated with intricate brass
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Vintage 1920s English Queen Anne Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1920s British Oak Haberdashery Cabinet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
5 drawer single column haberdashery shop cabinet. It has 5 glass fronted drawers, all with
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20th Century English Cabinets

Materials

Oak

1920s Iron and Brass Strafor "Clapets" Industrial Cabinet
By Strafor
Located in Roubaix, FR
Great quality French 2 rolls steel and brass Strafor 10 slots "Clapets" Industrial cabinet "Strafor
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Iron

Whopper 1920 s Office File Wall
Located in Treasure Island, CA
One of the better ones surely to ever be available. Deluxe mixed metal, elaborate hardware, expertly restored. Probably made by the Art Metal Co.
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Early 20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Copper

1920 s Intricately Carved Walnut Vargueno
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a wonderful example of high end American Spanish Revival. Beautiful intricate carving on front and base.
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Early 20th Century American Cupboards

Materials

Walnut

School House Pine Cabinet Locker, circa 1920s; pair available
Located in Madison, WI
School house pine cabinet locker, circa 1920s. Adjustable shelves within, four shelf boards
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Vintage 1920s American Schoolhouse Cabinets

Materials

Pine

1920s Carved Walnut Cabinet or Credenza with Polychrome Finish
Located in Pasadena, CA
Hard to find 1920s cabinet with original polychrome finish. Nice smaller size is perfect for
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Vintage 1920s North American Spanish Colonial Cabinets

1920s Venetian Decorative Painted Side Cabinet
Located in New Orleans, LA
1920s Venetian decorative painted side cabinet.
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Early 20th Century Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie 1920s Period Lacquered Display Cabinet
Located in Darwen, GB
A chinoiserie 1920s Period lacquered display cabinet. The raised galleried back with a carved crest
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Vintage 1920s Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer

Four Doors Industrial Locker Iron Cabinet by Strafor, 1920s
By Strafor
Located in Roubaix, FR
varnished finish, circa 1920s.
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Wooden Bakery Cabinet on Cast Iron Wheels, Belgium, 1920s
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
This vintage bakery cabinet was manufactured during the early 20th century. It stands/rolls on four
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Early 20th Century Belgian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Early French Art Deco 1920s Exquisite Demilune Shaped Cabinet
Located in Oakland, CA
This a wonderful Classic French early 1920s Art Deco demilune style storage cabinet. Please take
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1920s French Dentist Six Curved Drawers Four Doors Iron Cabinet
Located in Roubaix, FR
French dentist 1920s steel cabinet, all hand polished finish, original opaline top (Wear consistent
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets

1920s Italian Gilt and Lacquer Drinks Cabinet with Mirrored Interior
Located in London, GB
Italian, 1920s An embossed gilt and lacquer drinks cabinet with mirrored interior. With a drawer
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Vintage 1920s Italian Cabinets

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer

1920s Wonderful Cabinet with Iron Trestle by The Kittinger Cie
By Kittinger
Located in Pasadena, CA
Circa 1920's cabinet with classic iron trestle. Original polychrome finish. Signed Kittinger
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Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Rustic General Store Drawer and Cubby Cabinet, circa 1920s
Located in Portland, OR
cabinets may have had specific uses in their day, but each has been restored and revitalized to help you
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Vintage 1920s Industrial Cabinets

1920s French Art Deco Walnut and Glass Curio Display Cabinet
Located in Richmond, VA
Offered is a beautiful, 1920s French Art Deco walnut and glass curio display cabinet. The piece has
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20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Double Face Drawer and Counter Industrial Commerce Long Cabinet, 1920s
Located in Roubaix, FR
Long black painted patina commerce drawer cabinet on one side and counter on other side. Waxed oak
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Iron

1920 s American Wicker Chest or Small Armoire
Located in Atlanta, GA
his is a wonderful piece of Americana. The chest was considered part of a Layette. The door opens to a hanging rack that pulls out for easy access. The pulls are glass and original....
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Early 20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Reed, Wood, Paint

French Aseptic Dental Cabinet, circa 1920s
By Léon Martin 1
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Metal aseptic dental cabinet, circa 1920. This is a very finely restored and original key.
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Haberdashery Double Tambour Cabinet Drawers Solid Oak Loft Style, 1920s
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Magnificent early 20th century solid oak double tambour cabinet with a total of eighteen pull-out
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Oak

1920s Art Deco Cabinet Living Room Buffet with a Mirror
Located in Senden, NRW
Dreamlike Art Deco living room cabinet or book cabinet. Features a Classic Jugendstil design with
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Exceptional 1920s Standing Cabinet with Iron Trestle
Located in Pasadena, CA
Spanish Revival carved walnut cabinet with iron trestle, circa 1920s. Original finish. Great
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Vintage 1920s North American Spanish Colonial Cabinets

Industrial Modern 1920s Steel Metal Medical Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, CA
1920s distressed, the double-door cabinet with three glass shelves over three short drawers and
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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Tall Raw Steel Filing Cabinet with Brass Hardware, circa 1920s
Located in Portland, OR
cabinets may have had specific uses in their day, but each has been restored and revitalized to help you
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Vintage 1920s Industrial Cabinets

1920s French Art Deco Curio Display Cabinet with Scalloped Woodwork Detailing
Located in Richmond, VA
Offered is a gorgeous, 1920s French Art Deco glass-front curio display cabinet. The piece has a
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20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Industrial Printer s Cabinet with Multiple Drawers, 1920s
Located in Warsaw, PL
This vintage cabinet was manufactured during the 1920s. It was originally used in a printers
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Early 20th Century German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Ash, Birch, Oak

Petite Steel Medical Cabinet by Lee Smith Son, circa 1920s
Located in Portland, OR
heavy-duty steel construction, cabinets with a glass doors, internal shelves, and unique hardware. Ideal
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Vintage 1920s Industrial Cabinets

1920s Period Walnut Parcel Gilt Antique Side Cabinet
Located in Darwen, GB
A 1920s period walnut and parcel gilt antique side cabinet. Having a raised and shaped back
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Vintage 1920s Cabinets

Queen Anne Style Walnut 1920s Period Bedside Cabinet
Located in Darwen, GB
A Queen Anne style walnut 1920s period bedside cabinet. The top and sides are painted in an antique
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Vintage 1920s Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Carved Walnut Cabinet/ Writing Desk from the Angelus Furniture Co, circa 1920s
Located in Pasadena, CA
1920s carved vargueno type desk with drop from panel that converts into a writing desk.
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Vintage 1920s Spanish Colonial Cabinets

Very Nice 1920 s Wooden Locker
Located in Treasure Island, CA
A wonderful piece, all original, very functional.
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Early 20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Wonderful 1920s American Metal Cabinet by Simmons and Company
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A very useful, circa 1920s, American polished metal cabinet, retaining the original label at the
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Early 20th Century Cabinets

Pair of 1920s Nickel-Plated Wall Hung Cabinets
Located in London, GB
Pair of high quality plated brass brot display cases. Three adjustable 19mm toughened glass shelves. Original foxed mirror backs.
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Vintage 1920s French Cabinets

1920s Original Strafor Clapets Iron and Brass Cabinet
By Strafor
Located in Roubaix, FR
Great quality French steel and brass Strafor 20 slots "Clapets" industrial cabinet "
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Iron

1920 s Art Metal Co. File Wall
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Hard to find, expertly restored, file wall from the company "Art Metal", known to always have the most elaborate hardware. Very nice Victorian crown molding, top finished in new book...
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Early 20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Pair of Walnut 1920s Queen Anne Style Bedside Cabinets
Located in Darwen, GB
A pair of walnut 1920s Queen Anne style antique bedside cabinets. Each having rectangular tops
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Vintage 1920s Queen Anne Cabinets

Industrial Dutch Tall Printer s Cabinet with Multiple Drawers, 1920s
Located in Warsaw, PL
This antique tall-boy cabinet comes from Netherland and was manufactured at first half of 20th
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Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Birch, Oak, Pine

1920s Metal Locker
Located in Chicago, IL
1920s Metal Locker
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Metal

1920s Shop Pine Counter
Located in Roubaix, FR
1920s Vinatge Shop counter new very nice back patina
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Pine

1920s Art Deco Glass Display Cabinet Curio with Decorative Mirror Details
Located in Hawthorne, CA
1920s Art Deco glass display cabinet featuring two slightly curved glass shelves inside. Beautiful
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood, Oak

Antique Quarter Sawn Oak Macey Flat File Cabinet, 21 Drawers, 1920s
Located in Vancouver, BC
Solid oak construction Original finish Paneled sided and back 18 flat file drawers Three large file drawers Very clean and in excellent condition $1450 B685 Measures: 15"...
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Vintage 1920s Scottish Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Antique Quarter Sawn Oak Macey Flat File Cabinet, 21 Drawers, 1920s
Located in Vancouver, BC
Solid oak construction Original finish Panelled sided and back 18 flat file drawers Three large file drawers Very clean and in excellent condition $1450 B685 Measures: 15...
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Vintage 1920s Scottish Cabinets

Materials

Oak

1920s French Oak Buffet Vaisellier
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920s French oak buffet vaisellier (cabinet, welsh dresser, buffet deux corps).
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Cupboards

Exquisite 1920s Spanish Revival Walnut Vargueno
Located in Pasadena, CA
Circa 1920s. Elegant large scale vargueno. All original finish. Brass hinges. Carved walnut. 50" H
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Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Circa 1920s Japanese Tansu Console on Iron Stand
Located in Summerland, CA
Japanese tansu cabinet on custom made iron stand. Works well as a console table. Made of Kiri
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Early 20th Century Japanese Cabinets

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1920s Kitchen Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1920s kitchen cabinet available at 1stDibs. Each 1920s kitchen cabinet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and oak. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1920s kitchen cabinet — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A 1920s kitchen cabinet made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — is very popular. Otto Kind, Anton Lucas and Strafor each produced at least one beautiful 1920s kitchen cabinet that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1920s Kitchen Cabinet?

A 1920s kitchen cabinet can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,750, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $91,985.

Finding the Right Cabinets for You

Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.

The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.

Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.

The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.

A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.

One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.

Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.

Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.

Questions About 1920s Kitchen Cabinet
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Traditional knobs and metal bars are the most popular kitchen cabinet pulls. They’re timeless and easily customizable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can do a number of things with metal kitchen cabinets. They can provide storage space not only in a kitchen, but also in other rooms of the home. To enhance their appearance, consider refinishing them or installing new hardware. Find a variety of metal kitchen cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes lacquer is good for kitchen cabinets since it is hard and durable. Lacquer finishes tend to be quite smooth and seamless.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Considering the fact that oak kitchen cabinets were most popular during the 1980s and 90s, they may feel slightly outdated today. However, depending on how the rest of the kitchen is designed, oak cabinets can certainly appear more contemporary.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Corner kitchen cabinets tend to be bigger than regular cabinets. Using corner cabinets to store larger items, such as blenders, rice cookers and slow-cookers, is an efficient way to put these furnishings to work.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Modular kitchen cabinets can be made out of any material, but wood, steel and fiberboard are the most common materials.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While a lot has to do with personal preference and price point, the best wood for cabinets include Red Oak, White Oak, Maple Wood, Hickory Wood, Cherry Wood and Birch Wood. All of these are fairly strong and durable.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, painting kitchen cabinets is a great idea. Painting kitchen cabinets is quite economical and can give your kitchen a stylish, updated look.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The type of tile that was used in the 1920s was primarily ceramic. Many shapes were available, including basketweave, penny round, pinwheel, square and subway. Hexagon tiles, however, which are still on trend, have been in use in bathrooms since at least the early 1900s. The choice of hexagonal tiles is believed to have been tied to cleanliness, as the small pieces could stand up to aggressive cleaning and could be easily replaced if needed. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of tiles from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Coco Chanel was considered one of the leading fashion designers in the 1920s and ’30s in Paris. The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon, she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz. In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. During the 1920s, she also unveiled the predecessor for the 2.55 Flap bag, which remains one of Chanel's most popular offerings. Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.

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