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A pair of French 40
s appliques
Located in New York, NY
A pair of appliques
Gilt bronze with silk shades
France c. 1940
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ormolu
Velvet and Antique European Metallic Embroidery Applique Pillow
Located in New Orleans, LA
Aritsan pillow by Louisiana artist Becky Vizard. The long boudoir style pillow measures 14 inches wide by 30 inches long. This one of a kind, decorative pillow will surely impress y...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pillows and Throws
1932 Molyneux Haute-Couture Applique Floral Silk-Velvet Gown
By Molyneux
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
part is the hand-stitched floral appliques. The care to piece them together after carefully selecting
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1930s Art Deco Formal Gowns
1920
s Royal-Blue Voided Silk Velvet Appliqued Flapper Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
effortless drop-waist shape really allows one to appreciate the detailed art-deco pattern. This vibrant color
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Evening Dresses
1920
s French White Embroidered-Lace
Lame Beaded Applique Flapper Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
treasure trove of needle art. This beauty made up of five different laces is also lavishly embellished with
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Bridal Gowns
1920
s Metallic-Gold Lame Floral Applique Cut-Out Cloche Hat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
embellished with over-sized applique flowers bordering the brim. The entire hat is hand-embroidered cutwork in
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cloche Hats
Beautiful Pair Barovier Toso Clam Shell Wall Appliques Sconces
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Maastricht, NL
A pair of Barovier & Toso clam shell appliques in a wonderful full and rich shell shape and with a
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
1924 Jeanne Lanvin Haute-Couture Applique Roses Robe De Style Silk Dress
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Jeanne Lanvin roses-applique silk dance dress dating back to 1924. Lanvin was
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Parchment Cabinet with Siren-Shaped Handles
By André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small 1940s storage cabinet on wheels in parchment with bronze siren-shaped bronze handles. But on wheels. The interior is in sycamore and the parchment was restored.
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
French Wrought Iron Hallstand
Located in Culver City, CA
This hall stand is complete with a bevelled mirror above a small framed shelf with granite insert. There is an upper shelf for the larger items and an unbrella space and tray. Along ...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Chinese Export Silver Polished Bowl with Applied Vertical Dragons by Wang Hing
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in Singapore, SG
This is an exceptional Chinese export silver bowl, the silver content is 95%+ silver rather than the usual 92.5% silver that Wang Hing normally used. Five vertical dragons have been ...
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Early 20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Britannia Standard Silver
1948 Library Room or Entrance Consoles in the Style of Andre Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of consoles with flamed slightly curved flamed sycamore doors. The rest of the furniture is simple sycamore. The interior is in oak and the keyhole is in gilt bronze. These cons...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Bronze
Havana Style Tropical Fixture
Located in Prescott, AZ
peach colored background. Very deco inspired ocean and waves along the bottom of each panel. The globe
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1920s Navy Wool Bathing Suit with Art Deco Appliqué
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920s navy blue wool bathing suit with handmade Art Deco appliqué on the bust and hip. The bottom
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1920s Swimwear
1920
s Golden-Yellow Pleated Applique Silk Art-Deco Boudoir Caftan Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the period. I particularly love the tight pleatwork and rosette floral-appliques . You can definitely
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Caftans
1920
s Elegant Watercolor Floral Cut Silk Velvet Applique Deco Flapper Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
golden tone in certain light. I love the original velveteen flower applique attached at the left shoulder
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Aesthetic Evening Dresses
1920
s Elegant Embroidered Pink-Roses Floral Silk Applique Party Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the detailed art-deco designs. The dramatic scalloped hemline really sets this garment apart from
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Dresses
Rare Applique and Embroidered Silk "Adam and Eve" Tapestry Fragment Pillow
Located in Antwerp, BE
the stitching is silk and wool. This wonderful Art Deco fragment could also be framed flat as a wall
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pillows and Throws
1920
s Metallic-Gold Lace Lame Floral Appliqued Flapper Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
There are lots of lovely 1920's garments still around, but every once in a while I come across one that sets my heart a flutter! This is an extraordinarily beautiful and exceptional ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Aesthetic Evening Dresses
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Art Deco Applique For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic art deco applique available at 1stDibs. Each art deco applique for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. If you’re shopping for an art deco applique, we have 90 options in-stock, while there are 22 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an art deco applique — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right art deco applique, those designed in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one art deco applique that is appealing in its simplicity, but Design Frères, Charles Schneider and Le Verre Français produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Art Deco Applique?
The average selling price for an art deco applique at 1stDibs is $3,513, while they’re typically $199 on the low end and $42,988 for the highest priced.
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.
Questions About Art Deco Applique
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. 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, 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. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.
- 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
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