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Antique World War 2 Bruce Stapleton
Victory Bonds
Patriotic Framed Poster
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
done by Bruce Stapleton for the Canadian war effort in approximately 1940 in the period Art Deco style
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
Carrocel Custom Olive Burled Deco Inspired Dining Table
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
and an arched deco inspired pedestal. Two interior leaves extend the table to just over 10 feet. Each
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Burl, Olive
$27,500 / item
1980s Pair Postmodern Op Art Deco Halo Rougier Style Ellipse Table Lamps
By Roger Rougier
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Pair of 1980s Vintage Art Deco Postmodern White Ceramic Halo Roger Rougier Style Ellipse Table
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Restored Art Deco Armchair, by J. Halabala, UP Závody, Model C, Czech, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Chair model C - also known as "Canadian"
This Art Deco armchair date back to the mid-20th century
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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Restored Art Deco Armchair, by J. Halabala, UP Závody, Model C, Czech, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Chair model C - also known as "Canadian"
This Art Deco armchair dates back to the mid-20th century
Category
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Restored Art Deco Armchair, by J. Halabala, UP Závody, Model C, Czech, 1940s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Chair model C - also known as "Canadian"
This Art Deco armchair dates back to the mid-20th century
Category
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Set of Four Postmodern Art Deco Style Metal Fan Back Dining Chairs by Liberty
By Liberty
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of four Postmodern Art Deco style metal fan back dining chairs by Liberty. Items feature gray
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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
LaPeer Lamp Company Hollywood Deco Era Vanity Chrome MakeUp Lamp Light 1920
By Lapeer Lamp Co
Located in Wilton, CT
This hard to find LaPeer 1920’s makeup light gives a touch of Old Hollywood Glam gives a gorgeous aesthetic to any space. The name LAPEER is raised on the rim of the milk glass shell...
Category
Vintage 1920s Canadian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Robert Held Art Glass Bud Vase Organic Modern Green Blue Iridescent
By Robert Held
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Glass is one of the best-known art glass studios in Canada. Held created Canada's first glassblowing
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Glass
$196 Sale Price
20% Off
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Orlan Vintage 1980s Double Heart Love Whole Crystals Rectangle Circle Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
*2.9 cm.
Weight: 10.0 g.
D'orlan was founded in 1957 by Maurice Braddon in Toronto, Canada, and is
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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Orlan Vintage 1980s Vivid Cute Otter Animal Branch Leaf Modernist Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Maurice Braddon in Toronto, Canada, and is well known for it's high quality of workmanship. It is
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Vintage 1980s Canadian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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Orlan Vintage 1980 Vivid Black Enamel Leopard Green Eyes Crystals Neck Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
was founded in 1957 by Maurice Braddon in Toronto, Canada, and is well known for it's high quality of
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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Orlan Vintage 1980s Textured Large Black Enamel Knot Bow Ribbon Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
.
Weight: 12.0 g.
D'orlan was founded in 1957 by Maurice Braddon in Toronto, Canada, and is well known for
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Vintage 1980s Canadian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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Orlan Vintage 1980s Navy Green Enamel Harlequin Plaid Check Diamond Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
cm.
Weight: 8.0 g/each.
D'orlan was founded in 1957 by Maurice Braddon in Toronto, Canada, and is
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Pair of Vintage Fashion Advertisements, La Presse Montreal, 1928
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Pair of vintage fashion advertisements, La Presse Montreal, 1928. Wonderful images of dresses from the "Flapper" era. Titled 'L'Heure Elegante' and 'Les Robes Floues.' J.Pocker custo...
Category
Vintage 1920s Canadian Art Deco Prints
Materials
Paper
Vintage Quebec 69 Spider Chair in the Style of Les Amisca
By Les Amisca
Located in Chicago, IL
steel, punctuated by a circular seat and backrest. Calling on tropes of Art Deco and the Machine Age
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
18k Gold Diamond Redgillite Studs Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These striking stud earrings are crafted in luxurious 18k gold and feature a captivating Redgillite center, surrounded by a halo of 18 sparkling mini diamonds. Enhanced with rhodium ...
Category
1990s Canadian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Custom Macassar Ebony Round Modern Cocktail Table
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
This modern, round cocktail table is crafted out of Macassar ebony and coated in a high gloss espresso finish. It sits atop a four leg X-shaped pedestal and is a great centerpiece fo...
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Macassar
7.26 carats Eternity x Eternity Diamond Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
Canada and certified with the National Mark that we wholly manufacture our pieces in Canada and that it
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
FOURTHE LUCIEN ROLLING COLLECTION SUEDE AUBUSSON DiNING CHAIRS
By William Switzer, Lucien Rollin
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
stamped and labelled, William Switzer
Associates, Made in Canada, Lucian Rollin Collection Aubusson
Category
20th Century Canadian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Suede, Hardwood
Custom Macassar and Walnut Dining Table
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Custom Macassar and walnut dining table. Custom made art deco style Macassar ebony and burled
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Custom Macassar Dining Table by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Stunning Carrocel custom collection dining table in exotic Macassar ebony veneer features a solid one-piece top that can be expanded with extension leaves on both ends. This top is r...
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Macassar
Custom Walnut Dining Table Featuring Metal Inlay
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
A stunning linear appeal with Classic modern aesthetic, this custom walnut dining table is a perfect drop of design. An overall simplicity captures the eye with a filleted transition...
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
$16,500 / item
Carrocel Custom Bookmatched Flamed Mahogany Buffet
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
This made to order buffet radiates style and elegance. It is utterly stunning, with doors that have book matched flamed mahogany fields and are bordered with ebony and ribbon mahogan...
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Brass
Small Brass Ashtray
Located in Toronto, ON
Round brass ashtray with three cigarette rest holders. It was made circa 1960s. It has patina and wear which adds to the character of the ashtray.
In overall good/fair condition with...
Category
Vintage 1960s Canadian Art Deco Ashtrays
Materials
Brass
$96 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare 1920s Tabletop Drinks, Cocktail Cabinet with Revolving Inner Storage
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Montreal, Canada.
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Aluminum
$2,534 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Mahogany Mink Scarf - Full Body Pelts - Clips
Buttons - Circa 1940
s
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage mahogany mink scarf/collar - buttons and hooks with clips for fastening - Canada (likely
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fur
Patinated Plaster Bust of Woman by Herbert McRae Miller
Located in Montreal, QC
-Miller was born in Montreal. He studied at the Art Students League, New York under John Sloan; at the
Category
Vintage 1930s Canadian Art Deco Busts
Materials
Plaster
Patinated Plaster Bust of Woman by Herbert McRae Miller
Located in Montreal, QC
born in Montreal. He studied at the Art Students League, New York under John Sloan; at the Monument
Category
Vintage 1920s Canadian Art Deco Busts
Materials
Plaster
Arca Solid Hardwood Cabinet with Bronze Faces by Izm Design
By Izm Design
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
Solid walnut cabinet with smoke finish featuring a sculpted base and bronze laminate faces. Push to open, soft closing drawers and available with 2 or 3 door option depending on leng...
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Hardwood
Chaise Apollon Collection Armless Slipper Chair by William Switzer
By William Switzer
Located in Chicago, IL
Chaise Apollon Collection Armless Slipper Chair by William Switzer
A streamlined design of regal refinement, the Armless Chaise Apollon is an uncluttered piece from influential desi...
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal
Dawes Black Horse Brewery Large Cast Advertising Horse Sculptural Lamp Base
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
for Dawes Brewery of Montreal Canada. The detailed sculpture is done with a molded plaster or
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Glo-Hill Chrome and Butterscotch Bakelite Lidded Ice Bucket with Tongs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Glo-Hill lidded ice bucket and tongs in chrome with butterscotch Bakelite handles.
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Modern Macassar and Brass End Tables
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
color with satin brass frames. The perfect combination of iconic art deco styling with a modern twist
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco End Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
$7,960 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Chrome Bar Pitcher w/Bakelite Faux Red Tortoiseshell Handle by Glo-Hill
By Glo Hill
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage chrome bar pitcher with Bakelite handle in mottled red with black and having an integral ice dam at the spout. The tapered body with bands of incised lines and raised on a fl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Glo-Hill Chrome Bar Pitcher with Red Bakelite Handle
By Glo Hill
Located in Nantucket, MA
Chrome bar pitcher by Glo-Hill with red faux tortoiseshell Bakelite pistol grip handle. The pitcher with ice guard tapers from top to about a third from the bottom then flares out to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Chrome
VALENTIN SHABAEFF 1891 - 1978 *Prototype* Samson slaying the Lion.
By Valentin Shabaeff
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
an Art Deco ceramic panel.
Incised and textured plaster with mottled gilt finish & mounted on a wood
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Glo-Hill 6 Piece Bar Tool Set with Revolving Stand in Red Bakelite and Chrome
By Glo Hill
Located in Nantucket, MA
Six-piece bar tool set with revolving stand by Glo-Hill in red/black mottled faux tortoise Bakelite and chrome. A hexagonal Bakelite plate with cut-outs for the six tools is supporte...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Chrome
Studio Maison Nurita Pair of Smoked Glass Tables with Blackened Brass Bases
Located in Toronto, ON
modern craftsmanship and Art Deco inspiration. The smoked glass tops are substantial and thick, their
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco End Tables
Materials
Brass
Apparatus Studio Median 1 surface mount 14" Aged Brass and Alabaster
By APPARATUS
Located in Vancouver, BC
The translucent alabaster planes of the median shapes are intersected by a fluted brass form, referencing traditional Middle Easter Jewellery while pushing it through a futurist lens...
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Pair of 1980s Sculptural White Ceramic Teardrop Lamps with Orb Lights Vintage
Located in Toronto, CA
Art Deco-style lamps in a range of unique shapes and colors. Explore our full collection to discover
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$711 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Lucien Rollin Collection for William Switzer Leather Wingback Armchair
By Lucien Rollin
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Lucien Rollin Collection for William Switzer Leather Wingback Armchair
Category
1990s Canadian Art Deco Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Apparatus Studio Median 1 surface mount 11" Aged Brass and Alabaster
By APPARATUS
Located in Vancouver, BC
The translucent alabaster planes of the median shapes are intersected by a fluted brass form, referencing traditional Middle Easter Jewellery while pushing it through a futurist lens...
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Pair of Canadian Art Deco/Machine Age Chrome and Glass Slip Shade Wall Sconces
Located in Port Hope, ON
This early Machine Age pair of Canadian Art Deco slip-shade wall sconces was made by the Canada
Category
Vintage 1930s Canadian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Hawaii Surf Travel Poster, Canadian Pacific, 1930s
By Canadian Pacific Lines
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ocean-liner we can see the name 'Empress of Japan' a majestic ship built in Scotland for Canadian
Category
Vintage 1930s Canadian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
Original Vintage Railway Poster Travel Canadian Pacific Across Canada Train Art
By Peter Ewart
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel advertising poster - Travel Canadian Pacific Across Canada! Stunning
Category
1940s Art Deco More Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Winter Sport Poster Ski In Canada Canadian National Railways
Located in London, GB
Railways Powder snow Rolling hills Fast trails - featuring a colourful Art Deco design depicting a smiling
Category
1930s Art Deco More Prints
Materials
Paper
Canadian Art Deco Sparton Radio with R.C.S. Custom Chrome Cabinet.
By Sparton
Located in Port Hope, ON
This beautiful Canadian Art Deco piece would appear to be a "Frankenradio" i.e. customised and not
Category
Vintage 1940s Canadian Art Deco Desk Accessories
Materials
Chrome
Antique Art Deco 1930 Canadian American Sterling Silver Candlestick Stand Holder
By Henry Birks
Son
Located in Dorking, Surrey
This is a lovely pair of Art Deco sterling silver candlesticks, manufactured by the well known
Category
20th Century Canadian Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Other
Canadian Art Deco Bronze Cigarette/Trinket Box by the Curtiss-Reid Aircraft Co.
By Curtiss-Reid Aircraft Co.
Located in Port Hope, ON
This Canadian Art Deco cigarette or trinket box would appear to have been made by someone working
Category
Vintage 1920s Canadian Art Deco Aviation Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Canadian Art Deco Chrome
Frosted Glass Boudoir Lamps by Florentine
By Florentine
Located in Port Hope, ON
This pair of Canadian Art Deco chrome and frosted glass boudoir lamps was manufactured by the
Category
Vintage 1930s Canadian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Canadian Late Art Deco Lucite and Chrome Table Lamp with Fiberglass Tiered Shade
Located in Port Hope, ON
This beautiful Canadian late Art Deco clear Lucite and chrome table lamp features an octagonal
Category
Vintage 1940s Canadian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Dining Table
Located in Vancouver, BC
A beautiful custom-made dining table in the Art Deco style featuring a stepped-pedestal design and
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
$5,440
Art Deco Brass Box
Located in New York, NY
lid and with Elite Brass Works Camirand Limited Montreal Canada.
J.D. Camirand
Company produced
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Boxes
Materials
Brass
Canadian Art Deco Chrome
Frosted Glass Accent Lamp by the Florentine Lamp Co.
Located in Port Hope, ON
This Canadian Art Deco chrome and frosted glass table lamp was manufactured by the Florentine Lamp
Category
Vintage 1930s Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Yellow Velvet Contemporary Art Deco Sofa
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Smith, a Canadian artist, designer, sculptor, and painter, is known for his extraordinary art that has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond and Platinum Bracelet
By Birks
Located in Melbourne, AU
A platinum Art Deco sapphire and diamond bracelet featuring a central square step cut deep blue
Category
Vintage 1920s Canadian Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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Art Deco Canada For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the art deco Canada you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and hardwood, every art deco Canada was constructed with great care. Find 80 options for an antique or vintage art deco Canada now, or shop our selection of 46 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco Canada — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An art deco Canada made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made art deco Canada has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Carrocel, Troy Smith Studio and Addison Industries, Ltd are consistently popular.
How Much is a Art Deco Canada?
The average selling price for an art deco Canada at 1stDibs is $3,200, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $32,000 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 Canada
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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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