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Dreicer
Co. C.H. Meylan Art Deco Platinum Diamond Watch
By C.H. Meylan
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco circa 1920s watch by Dreicer & Co dial, C.H. Meylan movement. Case decorated with
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Illinois White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1920
s with Original Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Zenith 9 Karat English Market Art Deco Watch, circa 1920s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X Width 24mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Zenith 14kt. 2 Tone Gold Art Deco Oversized Watch with Original Dial from 1920s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Round
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Rose and White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 57 Length X
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Illinois Watch Co. Art Deco Gold Filled New Old Stock circa 1920s Original Box
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm x Width 27mm
MOVEMENT
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1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Birks
Sons Split Seconds Pocket Watch Watch 1920
s Original Flawless Dial
By Henry Blank
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 55mm
Category
1910s Canadian Antique 1920s Watch
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1920
s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, and it also has a flawless original dial. Dating from the 1920's this watch is all original and still
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Tiffany
Co. Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1920
s
By Shreve
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
of Tiffany & Company. The watch is all original and hand made for them in the 1920's. The watch is
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Platinum
Hamilton 14Kt White Gold "Spur" Watch circa 1920
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold / Kiln Fired Enamel Print
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
White Gold
Henry Birks
Sons Platinum Ladies Dress Watch circa 1920
s
By Birks and Son
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Platinum and Diamonds
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Platinum
L.Leroy
Cie Platinum Tank Watch With Bracelet ca
1920
s
By L.Leroy
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A rare and unusual L.Leroy & Cie tank watch, ca' 1920's. In platinum with original matching
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Platinum
14Kt Yellow Gold Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain 1920
s / 30
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's or 30's
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 13
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elgin Gold Filled
Enamel Inlayed Art Deco Watch circa 1920
s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 16mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Chronometre Election 18Kt. Solid Gold Campaign Style Watch, Circa 1920
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
Lugs
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diameter
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920
s
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
the 1920’s Howard produced the 12-size caliber which was a beautifully finished watch that kept
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920
s
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
depression had taken its toll on all but the most robust watch companies. During the 1920’s Howard produced
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
14Kt White Gold Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain circa 1920
s / 30
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's or 30's
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 13.5 Inches in
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1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 18Kt Gold Open Face Pocket Watch circa 1920
s Exhibition Back
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
Philippe Watch Company in the early 1930's when they went bankrupt because of the great depression. Stern
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Hunter
s Case Yellow Gold Filled Pocket Watch circa 1920
s Flawless Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 50mm
MOVEMENT
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Birks 14Kt Solid White Gold Ladies Art Deco Two Tone Watch circa 1920
s
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt Solid White Gold / Yellow Gold Back
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm "Lug Tip
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
White Gold
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch Original Dial 1920
s
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 28mm
MOVEMENT
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Welsam Silver and Niello Art Deco Ladies Watch with Original Bracelet 1920
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Width 17mm
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Gruen White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch circa 1920
s with Original Dial
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm / Width 42mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Made 1920
s
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
Yellow Gold and Enamel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 50mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Movado 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Oversized Watch from 1920
s with Original Dial
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 50mm X Diameter 45mm
MOVEMENT
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Antique Old Cut Diamond and Platinum Art Deco Cocktail Watch, circa 1920
s
Located in London, GB
, this exquisite Art Deco ladies watch is the perfect timeless accessory for any special occasion
Category
1920s English Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Omega Steel Open Faced Enamel Dial Pocket Watch from 1920
s
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
pocket watch sometime in the 1920's. Remarkably, the watch is still fitted with a flawless enamel dial
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920
s
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch companies. During the 1920’s Howard produced the 12-size caliber which was a beautifully finished
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Gruen 14Kt White Gold Art Deco Watch with Hand Made Dial by Stern Freres 1920
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Solid White Gold / Genuine Sapphires
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 24mm X Width
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier EWC Gold and Enamel 1920s Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier pocket Watch, 46 MM Diameter and 4.5 MM thick 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Longines 14kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch from 1920
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / High Grade Movement
METAL
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Watch 1920s
By Croton
Located in Wallkill, NY
Croton Ladies platinum and diamond wristwatch, 17-jewel manual-wind movement. Measuring 13 mm wide x 26 mm, 6.25 in Long for a small wrist. In working condition. Be sure to check ou...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Juvenia Art Deco Swiss Galalith Sterling Silver Purse Watch, 1920s
By Juvenia
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Art Deco Swiss travel purse watch dating to the 1920s–early 1930s. The exterior case is crafted in
Category
1920s Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Late Deco, 0.45ct Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This exuberant Late Deco cocktail watch is crafted in 18 carat yellow gold. A total of 0.45 carat
Category
1920s Unknown Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Jules Jurgensen 18Kt. White Gold Art Deco Driver
s Style Manual Watch, 1920s
By Jules Jurgensen
Located in Long Beach, CA
from the 1920's probably started life as a pocket watch. The finish on the movement is exceptional and
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
White Gold
Tiffany
Co. by Haas Neveux Platinum Art Deco Watch circa 1920
s Dial by Stern
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum / Diamond and Sapphire
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 18mm X
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 3.00 Carat Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
approximately a total of 3.00 carats.
Circa 1920s
Size 6 1/4 inches
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany
Company 1920s Art Deco Platinum and Diamond C.H. Meylan Wrist Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Art Deco Ladies Wrist Watch, 35 x 12 M.M. Platinum 2 piece
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe for Shreve Crump
Low Platinum Diamond 1920s Ladies Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch retailed by Shreve Crump & Low, 24 X 13 M.M
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Lancet Made in France for Famous Accessories House 1920
s Art Deco
Located in Long Beach, CA
and Rubber
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Diameter 31mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
1920s Art Deco 1.50 Carat Diamond Ladies Platinum Watch
Located in New York, NY
A truly enchanting antique timepiece, this delicate manual platinum watch captures timeless romance
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Audemars Freres 14 Karat Solid Gold Oval Art Deco Watch with Breguet Dial 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 46mm 3:00 to 9:00 X 42mm from 12:00 to 6:00
MOVEMENT
Category
1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold
Tiffany
Co. 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel Small Desk Clock 1920
s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold with Kiln Fired Enamel Inlay
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Stylized Art Deco Enameled Travel Clock In .925 Sterling ca
1920
s
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A stylized Art Deco enamel and .925 sterling silver travel clock. Also it could be worn as a pendant. Dial marked "Corona Hnus", has a quality Swiss movement, mechanical hand winding.
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Tiffany
Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Platinum and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 x 18 M.M
Category
1920s Swiss Edwardian Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Crown Yellow Gold Filled Campaign Style from 1920
s with Original Enamel Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
was produced during the late teens and early 1920's. It is done in the classic Campaign, or Trench
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Rolex Silver Tonneau Shape with Rare Original Breguet Engine Turned Dial 1920
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Sterling Silver
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36 X Width 26mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Art Déco Ladies’ Watch in Platinum with Diamonds – 1920s/30s
Located in Milano, MI
Exquisite ladies’ watch from the Art Déco period, crafted in platinum hallmarked “PLATINA” and
Category
Early 20th Century Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s Patek Philippe
Cie Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Signed by Patek Philippe
Circa early 1920s
43.4 mm face
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1920s Cartier Diamond and Onyx Watch Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
by Cartier
Circa 1920s
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hamilton White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch With "A.N to H.B" Engraved circa 1920s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Width 34mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique Art Deco 1920s Lucien Piccard 10.00 Carat Diamond Watch
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
1920s
Size 6 5/8 inches
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
LeCoultre 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Wrist Watch, circa 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
house LeCoultre in the 1920's, this early wrist watch is a true classic. The case was entirely hand
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
14k Gold
Howard 14 Karat Solid White Gold Opened Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1920s
By E. Howard
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
toll on all but the most robust watch companies. During the 1920’s Howard produced the 12-size caliber
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
White Gold
Rare Antique Rolex 1920s Manual Winding 26MM 15K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
: 19.19 grams
One ladies 15K yellow gold ROLEX Swiss-made watch. The case metal was tested and determined
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,500 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Rolex Oyster Octagonal 1920
s Extra Prima 1096 Case RARE
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Watch Box
-Certified Appraisal
-1 Year Warranty
Category
1920s Antique 1920s Watch
Rare Vacheron Constantin 18ct Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C 1920s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
unusual and rare pocket watches to his clientele. This watch is rare as the design is based on an A.Lange
Category
1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
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Antique 1920s Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the antique 1920s watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and 14k Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique 1920s watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating an antique 1920s watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Elgin, Breguet and Erin Mac Jewelry are consistently popular. An antique 1920s watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 11 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and cushion cut versions for sale. When shopping for an antique 1920s watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Antique 1920s Watch?
On average, an antique 1920s watch at 1stDibs sells for $1,300, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $4,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Watches for You
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
Questions About Antique 1920s Watch
- What do I wear to a 1920s party?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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, 2022In 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 is 1920s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023In 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, 2023In 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What 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.
- Were there watches in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The 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, 2022Flapper 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 ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- What makes a watch antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024What makes a watch antique is its age. A watch must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique. Watches that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage, while newer ones are contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In 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, 2025Coco 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023At 100 years of age or more, a watch is generally considered an antique. A vintage watch is a timepiece that is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and modern watches.
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