1940s Furniture Art Deco
Mid-20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Table Lamps
Brass, Copper
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1940s Belgian Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Tables
Marble
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Secretaires
Wood
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Bakelite
Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desk Sets
Brass
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine, Plywood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Vases
Art Glass
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Side Tables
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Metal
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps
Chrome
20th Century Japanese Art Deco Tableware
Chrome
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers
Birch
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Amboyna, Upholstery
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wingback Chairs
Wool, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Center Tables
Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Wall Mirrors
Metal
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs
Mohair
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Stools
Wood
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Metal, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Sideboards
Walnut
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
Antique 1840s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Metal
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Andirons
Iron
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Pedestals
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Tables
Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze
20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Cupboards
Metal
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets
Oak
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Pedestals
Walnut
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets
Oak
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Pedestals
Walnut
Vintage 1940s Argentine Art Deco Serving Tables
Oak
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Chrome
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets
Nickel
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Stools
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
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1940s Furniture Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 1940s Furniture Art Deco?
A Close Look at Art-deco Furniture
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as 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.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The main features of Art Deco furniture are bold geometric lines and forms, and an integration of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood.
The Art Deco era made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, and while the period yielded a range of stylistically diverse furnishings, interiors and objects, collectors will typically find the period’s desks, tables and chairs embellished with metal accents, animal hides, ivory or mother-of-pearl inlays and shimmering mirrored finishes.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024What Art Deco furniture looks like can vary from piece to piece, but there are some characteristics that help define the style. During the 1920s and ’30s, manufacturers often created furniture with bold geometric lines and forms as well as intricate floral motifs. Materials tended to be luxurious and included shagreen and marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Many pieces feature luxe details like gleaming metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hide and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
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