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Tiffany
Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch by I.W.C., circa 1920s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 31mm
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Rolex 9ct. Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Wristwatch ca 1920
s, with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
in the 1920's. The watch is in excellent original condition and still has its original blued steel
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1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Vintage 1920s Diamond Set Silver Dial Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Platinum Diamond Set Cocktail Vintage Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with arabic numbers, a fixed platinum bezel set with approximately 16 round cut diamonds, approximately 8 squar...
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1920s Unknown Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Large White and Yellow Gold Stepped Case 1920s Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Wrist Watch, 39 M.M. Lug end to end X 29 M.M. 18K White and Yellow Gold
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. X 9 M.M. thick 18K Yellow Gold 3 piece hinged case
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1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Tiffany
Co. Platinum Diamond Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, 1920s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Water Mill, NY
Unique 1920's Patek Philippe Platinum 4.00 cts Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany with
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vacheron Constantin 18Kt Two Tone Gold Hand Made Art Deco Double Deployant 1920s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Two Tone Gold / Yellow & White
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold
1920s Ollendorff Platinum
Diamond Art Deco Swiss Wristwatch, 2.0ct Total
Located in North Attleboro, MA
brilliance prized by serious vintage watch collectors.
Highlights
• Authentic 1920s Art Deco wristwatch by
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1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Art Deco Platinum Diamond Lady
s Dress Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, circa 1920s platinum dress watch by Patek Philippe, featuring platinum case, adorned with
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ladies Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philipppe Ladies Wrist Watch, 28 x 13 M.M. 2 Piece hinged Platinum Cress Arrow
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany
Co. Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold I.W.C. Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Westport, CT
(mechanical) wrist watch, circa 1920s.
This magnificent timepiece features an 18K yellow gold case, white
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co. by Charles Hour Brass and Gilt Art Deco Clock, 1920s Original Dial
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
produced in the 1920's. We seldom see this clock, and never in this condition. It will look wonderful on an
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Patek Philippe Vintage Yellow Gold Fancy Chased Case Porcelain Dial Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket watch, 45 M.M. 3 Piece 18k Yellow Gold case with Gold inside
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1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe 14k Gold Travel Clock Pendant Pocket Watch Estate Jewelry
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare Patek Philippe 14k gold travel clock pendant pocket watch.
The watch is circa 1920s and
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch 1920s Swiss Mechanical
Authentic 1920s
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1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
eBay / Etsy Title: Vintage Tiffany
Co Manual Wind 1920s White Roman Dial
Located in New York, NY
from the 1920s. Recently serviced. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurments include a 23mm
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1920s Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Art Deco 1.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the lugs.
This fine and impressive 1920's ladies diamond watch is fitted with a 9k gold rope chain
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 2.36 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and impressive 1920's diamond cocktail watch is fitted with a 9k gold rope chain style strap, via a
Category
1920s Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 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
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
Japanese 14Kt. Gold Watch Fob with Matte Salts Enameled Finish 1920
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
Attachment for a pocket watch was likely produced in Japan some time in the 1920's. The workmanship is
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1920s Japanese Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Rare Circa 1920’s Woman’s Rolex Watch Box Presentation Case
By Rolex
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage 1920’s intricate designed pressboard watch box is in excellent condition and is made
Category
1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rare Cartier Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Retractable Pencil Watch, 1920
s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier rare and unusual Art Deco period 14K yellow gold retractable pencil watch
1920's
Sleek and
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Paste Fob Lapel Watch 1920s (see condition report)
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An Art Deco paste fob watch. An unsigned beauty. During the 1920s & 30s Art Deco style reigned
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1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Vintage Art Deco Enamelled Fish
Wheel Fob Watch Croton 1920s (see condition)
By Croton
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A rare Vintage Fish Fob Watch Brooch. The fish brooch and Croton watch case beautifully crafted in
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1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Zenith Watch Co., Swiss Art Deco Metal Dore and Cloisonne Enamel Clock, 1920s
Located in New York, NY
, becoming one of several brands in its watch and jewelry division, which includes TAG Heuer and Hublot
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Metal
1920s Art Déco Swiss Sterling Silver and Enamel Movado Ermeto Watch/Chronometer
By Movado
Located in North Miami, FL
1920s Art Déco Swiss sterling silver and enamel Movado Ermeto expandible watch/chronometer
By
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Platinum and Enamel Pendant Watch Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
An exceptional Art Deco platinum and guilloché enamel pendant watch necklace crafted circa 1920s
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Platinum, Enamel
Native American Beaded Watch Fob with Crossed Flags, ca 1915-1920
Located in York County, PA
, circa 1915-1920’s
Native American beaded pocket watch fob with a silver ground, on which appears a
Category
1910s American Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Beads
Tiffany
Co. Two Tone 18Kt. Yellow
Platinum Art Deco Watch from 1920
s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Platinum & Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Width 27mm
MOVEMENT
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Vintage 1920s 9 Karat Gold Ladies Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage gold ladies hand winding watch is working and it is recently been serviced
Category
1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
9k Gold, Gold
1920
s Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12
By Elgin
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial.
Blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial.
Gold
Category
1920s American Art Nouveau Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
1920
s Elgin Gold-Filled Decagon Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12S
By Elgin
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with off-white dial including blue hands and dedicated second
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage JW Benson Cushion-Shaped 9 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1920s
By J.W. Benson
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1920's Vintage J.W. Benson 9k Yellow Gold Cushion Shape watch with Original White Enamel Dial with
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1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
18 Karat Gold Vintage 1920s J.W. Benson London Ladies Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This fine quality pre-owned hand winding gold watch is in good working condition and is keeping a
Category
1920s British Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Gold-filled
Cartier Unique Vintage circa 1920s Cloche "Bell" Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Unique Vintage Circa 1920s Cloche "Bell" Watch
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
This is a unique
Category
1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Platinum
White Gold Diamond Black Enamel Pendant Watch and Chain, circa 1920s
Located in Melbourne, AU
This unique and wonderful pendant-watch necklace is an original Art Deco circa 1920s. It comes with
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
1920s White Gold Vintage Ladies Wristwatch
no strap
Located in Carlisle, GB
1920’s Small White Gold Vintage Ladies Wristwatch.
This tiny gold vintage watch is working and
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
White Gold
Antique Silver Pocket Watch Signed The Waterbury Watch Co. for Repair
Located in Carlisle, GB
unserviced watch. Circa 1920's
Category
1920s Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Silver
Henry Moser Sterling Silver Chronograph Jumping Minute Wristwatch, 1920s
Located in Berlin, DE
the earliest time of wrist watches! This is not a converted pocket watch, the case and the Movement
Category
1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Silver
Cartier Diamond Pearl and Onyx Watch, Art Deco, Paris, c. 1920
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond, Pearl, and Onyx Watch by Cartier, Paris, circa 1920
A watch with a square
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum and Gold Watch Chain c.1920s
Located in Stamford, CT
A 1920’s Watch Chain in Gold and Platinum has links that alternate with two platinum and one gold
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Gold, Platinum
1920s Antique Yellow Gold and Platinum Watch Chain / Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
1920's watch chain has been crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum.
The chain consists of thirteen
Category
1920s Unknown Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Ladies Watch 1920
s Art Deco by European Watch
Clock Co.
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
exceptional true Art Deco Ladies watch from the 1920's by the legendary house of Cartier. We seldom ever, see
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Platinum
Zenith Yellow and White Gold Oversized Pocket Wristwatch, circa 1920s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold and White Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 49mm X Diameter 44mm
CIRCA: 1920's
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
1920s Gubelin Platinum Diamond Lapel Watch
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Art Deco E. Gubelin Lucerne Platinum Diamond Lapel Watch set with 71 old European and
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany
Co. by Agassiz Platinum Ladies Art Deco Watch 1920
s Dial by Stern
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Platinum and Diamonds
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 20mm
MOVEMENT
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Platinum
Shreve
Co. 18Kt. Two Tone Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamond Bezel from 1920
s
By Shreve
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow and White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 32mm X 13mm
MOVEMENT
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
1920
s Rolex Ladies Vintage Art Deco Watch - 9K Rose Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites.
1920's ROLEX Ladies Vintage Art Deco Watch - 9K Rose Gold
Beautiful, Fine
Category
1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Large Curved 1920s Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Reference 10 Wrist Watch, 33 x 23 M.M. slightly curved 2 piece hinged
Category
1920s Swiss Antique 1920s Watch
1920
s Patek Philippe Vintage Unisex, 102.7 Gm 18 Kt Yellow Gold + Diamond Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
1920's Patek Philippe Vintage Unisex, 102.7 Gm 18 Kt Yellow Gold + Diamond Watch in original Patek
Category
1920s Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
H. Moser Rose Gold Tortue Shaped Watch circa 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches of high quality. This model dates from the mid 1920's, after the Russian Revolution when the
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Guebelin Art Deco Sterling and Enamel Purse Watch, circa 1920s
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch from the 1920's is a classic Art Deco style. The case and dial are done in Sterling Silver and
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Howard Oversized Watch with Custom Steel Exhibition Back Case, 1920s
By Howard
Co., New York
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
A Lady
s Platinum and Diamond Watch, circa 1920s
Located in Firenze, IT
The rectangular dial with Arabic quarters and baton hour markers to a brilliant-cut diamond bezel, openwork articulated panel shoulders, each with brilliant-cut diamond collet accent...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14kt Yellow Gold-Plated Waltham Pocket Watch, 1920
s, Working, 17 Jewel
By Waltham
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Gold Plated Waltham Pocket Watch, approx. 1928 year, Working, 17 Jewel Movement, 1/0s Size
Category
Early 1900s American Antique 1920s Watch
Howard Watch Co. White Gold Filled Oversized Manual Wristwatch, circa 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
White Gold Filled
DIMENSIONS: 50mm X 44mm
CIRCA: 1920's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / Manual
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique 1920s Watch
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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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
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