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Pair Art Deco Period Classic Vintage Cadillac Car Advertising Prints, 1928, 1929
Located in New York, NY
classic car collector.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Prints
Materials
Paper
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Cobra Snake Paperweight / Car Mascot by Rischmann
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco silvered bronze cobra Snake Car Mascot / Hood Ornament / Paperweight or Watch stand by
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Art Deco Glass Car Mascot "Longchamps" by René Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in London, GB
An iconic early 20th Century Art Deco frosted glass car mascot of a horse's head, mounted upon a
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Cubist Edouard-Marcel Sandoz Owl Hibou Bronze Car Mascot, Paperweight
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco, Cubist Edouard-Marcel Sandoz Owl - Hibou Bronze Car Mascot - Mascotte Automobile
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Bronze
Alo, Vintage Travel Poster in Art Deco, Pont Audemer Normandy, Classic Car, 1922
By ALO (Charles Jean Hallo)
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Car Poster in Art Deco-Alo-Pont Audemer Normandie-Traveller Hotel, 1922
Advertising
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
FULLY RESTORED ART DECO STYLE HAND DYED BRoWN LEATHER MUSTANG CAR SEAT SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Art Deco
Category
20th Century Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Fabulous Rare Pair of Art Deco REO Flying Clouds Classic Car Advertising Prints
Located in New York, NY
.
Rare find for classic car collectors, Art Deco design lovers and REO enthusiasts.
The REO Flying Cloud
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Prints
Materials
Paper
Art Deco Inspired Car, Designer: Marcelo Peña, 2014. Materials: wood and leather
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
multifaceted. Inspired by the great masters of the Bauhaus and Art Deco movement. The " dreams of this artist
Category
2010s Chilean Art Deco Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Original Vintage Poster French Army Soldier Sport Art Deco Horse Car Plane Flag
By Jean Carlu
Located in London, GB
People Join the French Army - featuring a dynamic Art Deco design by Jean Carlu (Jean Georges Carlu; 1900
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Betel Motor Brass Model Car, Art Deco Box, Collectible Paint Set, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely Art Deco model car fully made in brass. This charming model car box with many purposes was
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Bear Over Circus Ball, Car Mascot Hood Ornament, France, 1920
By Marcel-André Bouraine
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Rare Art Deco silvered bronze statuette of a bear over a marble circus ball. Car mascot hood
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Pelican Le Verrier Sculpture Car Mascot Paperweight Packet Watch Holder
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Bird sculpture / car mascot / paperweight / packet watch holder.
Art Deco "Pelican Max Le Verrier
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Large Vintage Art Deco Style Diamond 14K Gold Exotic Classic Car Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
fabulous pin is perfect for a vintage automobile collector, an auto executive or car racing enthusiast
Category
20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of Four 1930
s Motor Car Racing Original Drawings
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Wonderful set of four original pencil drawings depicting vintage motor cars from the 1930's.
They
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil
$710 Sale Price
20% Off
Original poster by J.A. Vidal was made to promote a car care product. It can be
Located in PARIS, FR
Original poster by J.A. Vidal was made to promote a car care product. It can be seen from the
Category
1930s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Art Deco Cubist Rare
Comet
Car Mascot by Becquerel, French, circa 1920-1925
By André Vincent Becquerel
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
one of the trails of the star.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$3,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Art Deco Glass Car Mascot entitled "Faucon" by René Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in London, GB
Dramatic early 20th Century French Art Deco clear glass car mascot modelled as a standing falcon
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Betel Motor Car Art Deco Brass Box, Collectible Toy, Children
s Paint Set, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
slimming classic art deco. There are many uses for this piece and the wheels actually rotate. You can even
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Original 1930
s Vintage Motor Car Racing Original Drawing Signed Dated
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Wonderful original pencil drawing depicting a vintage motor car racing scene from the 1930's.
The
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
SLOAN
Co. 1920 Art Deco Enameled Racing Car Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Pearls
By Sloan
Company
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco racing car brooch designed by Sloan & Company
This is a fabulous racing car brooch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$6,388 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Déco French Owl-Shaped Car Mascot by Édouard-Marcel Sandoz for Susse Frères
By Susse Freres, Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Art Déco french nickelled bronze owl-shaped car mascot by Édouard-Marcel Sandoz
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Copper, Nickel
Art Deco English Silver Toast Rack, 4 Slice Breakfast Bread Car Shape Toast Bar
Located in Wembley, GB
English Silver-Plated Car-Shaped Toast Rack, Art Deco Style, Circa 1930s
A delightful and rare
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399 Sale Price / item
23% Off
Art Deco Monkey Car Mascot with Flag Pole Boubou by Max Le Verrier France 1920
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco monkey car mascot with flag pole Boubou porte drapeau by Max Le Verrier. Metal with
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Bronze Car Mascot in the from of a Lady Golfer, Jose Dunach
By José Dunach
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous gilded bronze car mascot modelled as a lady golfer and mounted on a marble base
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$1,588 Sale Price
20% Off
Finnigans 1932 London Art Deco Enamel Case Box With Racing Car In .925 Sterling
By Finnigans, London 1, Finnigans, London 1
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco Enamel case designed by Finnigans Limited.
This extraordinary and beautiful cased-box
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$3,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Hermès Paris "Ric et Rac" Dogs Car Mascot / Hood Ornament. Pol Rab 1920
By Hermès, Pol Rab
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Hermès Paris "Ric et Rac" Dogs Car Mascot / Hood Ornament. Pol Rab 1920´s.
Pol RAB (1898
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Vintage Model Car Bookends
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Vintage Model Car Bookends
A very attractive set, the ends are heavy and made in metal they are
Category
Vintage 1970s Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
Original Antique Poster Gabriel Snubbers Rebound Shock Absorbers Classic Car Art
Located in London, GB
out of Motoring featuring a great Art Deco design depicting a classic car driving speed over bumps
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Chevrolet Classic Car Advertising Poster Most Elegant Small Car
Located in London, GB
Original vintage car advertising poster for Chevrolet, the most elegant of the small cars / der
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage 1933 French Automobile Poster – Roby Ranty Marot deco poster
Located in Spokane, WA
for car bodies and automobiles. The top of the poster features bold Art Deco typography, with the
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Original Antique Advertising Poster Renault Type 45 Classic Car Model Auto Art
By Rene De Bas
Located in London, GB
) featuring a stunning Art Deco design showing a classic Type 45 red convertible driving at speed along a
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Poster Welding Progress Today Car Boat Plane Train Art Industry
By Edmond Maurus
Located in London, GB
with sparks flying out below diagonal Art Deco style images of a car on the dark blue road in front of
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
A R.Lalique Chrysis Car Mascotte
By René Lalique
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The car mascotte Chrysis was created in 1931 by R.Lalique in white glass.
This is probably one of
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Rene Lalique Coq Houdan Car Mascot
By René Lalique
Located in Northampton, GB
an Art Deco abstract Houdan Chicken. The Car Mascot is number #1161 in the series and dates to circa
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
An enjoyable car ride by H. Usino
Located in
S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
An enjoyable car ride by the Italian artist H. Usino, circa 1930.
Colorfull lithography in a
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Prints
Materials
Paper
René Lalique Perche Fish Car Mascot
By René Lalique
Located in Northampton, GB
Rene Lalique Original Car Mascot
From our Lalique collection, we are delighted to offer the Rene
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mounted Objects
Materials
Glass
Antique 1930
s Exterior Car Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in East Freetown, MA
Antique 1930's exterior auto trunk made of leather with chrome fittings. Trunk is in good clean condition with flat top and curved front.
Category
Antique Early 17th Century American Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Chrome
$399 Sale Price
73% Off
1926 René Lalique - Car Mascot Archer Glass
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Car Mascot "Archer" in glass by René Lalique in 1926.
Molded signature.
Perfect condition. Very
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Original Vintage Car Advertising Poster Oldsmobile Metropolis General Motors
Located in London, GB
New Oldsmobile - featuring a colourful Art Deco design depicting two couples in an elegant new classic
Category
Vintage 1920s Norwegian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Wanderer - Vintage Advertising on Paper - 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
of the paper on the edges.
This modern artwork is an Art Deco illustration featuring the car as a
Category
1930s Art Deco More Art
Materials
Illustration Board
Lincoln Velocity - Original Vintage Advertising on Paper - 1927
Located in Roma, IT
yellowing of the paper along the margins.
This modern artwork is a beautifully colored Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco More Art
Materials
Illustration Board
Lincoln Souplesse - Original Vintage Advertising on Paper - Early 1900
Located in Roma, IT
yellowing of the paper along the margins.
This modern artwork is a beautifully colored Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco More Art
Materials
Illustration Board
Original Vintage Poster-Rouffé-Colin Candle-Car-Motor, 1930
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Vintage Poster-Rouffé-Colin Candle-Car-Motor, 1930
Advertising for the Colin candle
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Rene Lalique Tête De Paon (Peacock Head) Car Mascot
By René Lalique
Located in Northampton, GB
Original Rene Lalique Car Mascot
From our Lalique collection, we are thrilled to offer this Rene
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Leonetto Cappiello, Poster Study Maquette, Studebaker, Automobile, Car, 1926
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Work of Art, Painting in Gouache, Pencil and Ink on Paper, "Maquette" or Study for a
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paper, Paint
1925 René Lalique - Car Mascot Faucon Falcon Clear Glass
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Car Mascot "Faucon" (flacon) made in clear glass by René Lalique in 1925.
Engraved signature
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Original Antique Advertising Poster Renault Billancourt Seine Classic Car Models
Located in London, GB
background with colorful Art Deco style images in the center showing a Classic car driving at speed in the
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Rene Lalique Sanglier Car Mascot Marcilhac 1157, Designed 1929
By René Lalique
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Rene Lalique Sanglier Car Mascot Marcilhac 1157, Designed 1929
Additional Information:
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Category
20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Vintage Lalique Glass Perche Fish Paperweight or Car Mascot
By René Lalique, Lalique
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine French glass car mascot.
By Lalique.
Designed by René Lalique in 1929.
In the form or a
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Cut Glass
René Lalique Glass
Pintade
Guinea Fowl Car Mascot
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
René Lalique clear & frosted glass 'Pintade' car mascot. This model features a grazing guinea fowl
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Lalique France - Car Mascot Hood Ornament Victoire Opalescent Crystal - NEW
By Lalique, René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Car mascot, hood ornament "Victoire" made in opalescent crystal after a model by Rene Lalique in
Category
2010s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Denis Paul Noyer, Classic Car Print, Ledoyen Restaurant, Paris, 1979
By Denis Paul Noyer
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
paper
Color: Multi-Color
Style: Art Deco
Type: Poster
Features: Signed
Subject: Travel
Original
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Medida :1920, Car Sculpture in wood Sign: Argentor wien
By Argentor of Vienna
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Material: Wood and silver plated bronze
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
A Rene lalique Perch car Mascot in opalescent glass
By René Lalique
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The Mascot car ornements were extremely popular in the 1920twentys .
In that period , the cars
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster 1931 by Falcucci
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster 1931 by Falcucci
This poster is
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Other
Original Vintage French Car Poster Renault Femme Elegante Coupe Cabriolet Coach
Located in London, GB
Original vintage Art Deco style car advertising poster for the French automobile manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Bugatti Tank Car Mascot / Hood Ornament / Paperweight. France 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1995. If you have any questions
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Bronze
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Art Deco Cars For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of art deco cars available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct art deco cars — often made from metal, glass and wood — can elevate any home. Find 909 antique and vintage art deco cars at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 24 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Art deco cars have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Art deco cars bearing Art Deco or mid-century modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. René Lalique, Geo Ham and Alfred Dunhill each produced beautiful art deco cars that are worth considering.
How Much are Art Deco Cars?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,289, while they’re typically $111 on the low end and $343,186 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 Cars
- 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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