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Decorative Brass Mask Sculpture Alien Face Art Deco on Stand
By A. Silvestri and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Unique solid brass decorative mask sculpture in polished brass finish with black enamel finish bases.
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Sculptural Female Face Wall Sconce, Rare
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco sculptural female face wall sconce made of fiberglass. It includes a solid fiberglass
Category
Vintage 1950s American Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Eyed Face Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Eyed Face Stick Pin. This beautiful antique
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1906
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / 12 Size
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Art Deco geometric
Grotesque
face mask by Ron Birks, Newport Pottery, England
By Clarice Cliff
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
Very rare Art Deco geometric 'grotesque' face mask by Ron Birks, Newport Pottery, Burslem, England
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Viennese Enamel and Mirrored Hanging Wall Clock, Porcelain Face, Art Deco, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Viennese Enamel and Mirrored Hanging Wall Clock having a Porcelain Face
A stunning large and
Category
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Wall Clocks
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Mirror
Art Deco Revival Female Face Mask Wall Sconce, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A pair of Art Deco styled female face mask wall sconces with a signature on the back marked "118 P
Category
Vintage 1970s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Chrome
Celluloid Mantle Shelf Clock with Round Face, 1930s-1940s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a unique, chrome and black and yellow celluloid mantle or shelf clock, circa the 1930s-1940s. In excellent antique condition. The dimensions are 6.5" W x 2....
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Chrome
1930s, Swedish Art Deco Maple "Double Face" Sideboard by A.B. Bröderna Miller
By Bröderna Miller
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
free position.
The round corners on top gives this cabinet the typical Art Deco character.
The
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Maple
Patek Philippe 18 Karat, Yellow Gold Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch circa 1941
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Pocket Watch Open Faced
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Art Deco Pair of Plaster Greek Women Faces Table Sculptures Blue Gold, 1930s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a wonderful pair of plaster table sculptures of Greek women's faces
Category
Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Decorative Brass Mask Sculpture Face Art Deco on Stand
Located in San Diego, CA
Petite solid polished brass mask sitting on a black lucite base, circa 1980's.
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Bright Yellow Celluloid Mantle Shelf Clock with Round Face 1930s-1940s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a small but vibrant, yellow celluloid mantle or shelf clock, made in England, circa the 1930s-1940s. In very good antique condition. The dimensions are 5.5"...
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Pink Celluloid Mantle Shelf Clock with Round Face on Chrome Base, 1930s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a marvelous mantel (fireplace) or shelf clock, with a round face and on a
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Eros Sterling Silver Onyx and Porcelain Face Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver pin featuring an oval onyx stone and porcelain face by Eros.
This beautiful pin
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Machine Age Face Two-Tone Round Neon Clock
By Cleveland Clock Co.
Located in Ferndale, MI
Aluminum body clock with two rings of neon. Machine Age designed face glows behind convex glass in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Wall Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Revival Female Face Mask Light Up Wall Sconce, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original pair of Art Deco female face mask wall sconces with a signature on the back marked "118 P
Category
Vintage 1930s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Drop Leaf Face Front French Art Deco Night Stands
Located in Pasadena, CA
A pair of french Art Deco night stands made of french ebonized oak with drop leaf front faces
Category
Vintage 1930s French Night Stands
Materials
Chrome
Patek Philippe
Co. 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe & Co. 18K Gold Art Deco Open Face Pocket Watch - Manual movement. 18K Yellow Gold
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Art Deco Metal Sculpture of a Female Face Attributed to Walter Kantack
Located in Astoria, NY
An Art Deco female bust with stylized features and great aged patina attributed to Walter Kantack
Category
20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Large Bronze of a Girl with Ivory Face by Bruno Zach
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco Large Bronze of a Girl with Ivory Face, signed by Bruno Zach
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Decorative Pair of Brass Masks Sculptures Alien Faces Art Deco on Stands
Located in San Diego, CA
Unique pair of solid brass decorative masks sculptures in polished brass finish with black enamel finish bases.
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Hollywood Regency Mounted Objects
Materials
Brass
Rolex Rare Art Deco Open Face Pocket Watch Vintage 9 Karat Gold Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare 9k Yellow Gold Art Deco Open Face Vintage Gents 40mm Pocket Watch, silver dial with art deco
Category
Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
French Art Deco Cartier Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco diamond square-faced watch on a black grosgrain ribbon with a déployante clasp, in 18k
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mahogany Art Deco Inspired Cabinet Buffet
Located in North York, ON
Mahogany Art Deco inspired cabinet buffet. This luxurious Art Deco mahogany cabinet features drawer
Category
2010s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mahogany Art Deco Inspired Cabinet Buffet
By Allison Paladino
Located in North York, ON
Mahogany Art Deco inspired cabinet buffet. This luxurious Art Deco mahogany cabinet features drawer
Category
2010s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Stainless Steel
Face Sculpture by Hagenauer, Franz
By Franz Hagenauer
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco nickel-plated metal sculpture by Franz Hagenauer depicting a female bust.
Made in Austria
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Busts
Materials
Nickel
Art Deco Oval Bloodstone Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold signet ring that dates back to the Art Deco era. The face of
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Chrome Miniature Clock, 1930s
Located in Devon, England
Classic Art Deco geometric skyscraper shape and stylized Art Deco numerals. The clock face is marked to
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Blue Mirror Telechron Clock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
glass was cleaned. Typical art deco Clock face makes this model a true classic! Mirror is nice and
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Chrome
Jean René Gauguin Large Face of Orangutan
Located in København, Copenhagen
Jean René Gauguin: b. Paris 1881, d. Copenhagen 1961.
Large and impressive face of orangutan in
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Ceramics
Art Deco Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a platinum Art Deco ring. The ring's face demonstrates a perfectly hand crafted filigree
Category
20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Platinum
French Art Deco Marbled Onyx Mantle Clock
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
and a mirrored back inset. Brass cased clock face with Art Deco numerals.
Origin: French
Date
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Art Deco Brass and Mirrored Wall Clock
Located in London, by appointment only
A highly unusual repousse brass Art Deco wall clock, the face having a mirrored back and the frame
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass
Cartier Open Face Ultra-Thin Platinum Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cartier open-faced and ultra-thin pocket watch, featuring a manual-winding movement; cream-toned
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Platinum
Miniature 1930s French Art Deco Chrome Clock
Located in Devon, England
Classic Art Deco geometric skyscraper shape and stylized Art Deco numerals. The clock face is marked to
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Chrome
Late Art Deco 1.25 Total Carat Diamond Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning pair of diamond earrings from the late Art Deco (ca1930) era! Crafted in platinum, each
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
jewels. 18k yellow gold case with Art Deco-style black enamel design on bezel and three-letter monogram
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
18 jewels, bi-metallic balance. 18k yellow gold open faced, hinged back case with black enamel Art
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1940s Italian Art Deco Parchment and Mahogany Sideboard
By Osvaldo Borsani, Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning Art Deco sideboard with goatskin parchment face, mahogany case with maple trim. The
Category
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Boucheron, Onyx Open-Faced Square Pocket Watch, France, 1930s
By Boucheron
Located in Braintree, GB
Boucheron - Onyx Open-Faced Square Pocket Watch
Made in France Circa 1930
Movement: Manual winding
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Onyx
Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen, Ceramic Plaque with Face
Located in København, Copenhagen
Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen. Ceramic plaque with face in beautiful sung glaze.
In very good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Machine Age Mantle Clock by Manning Bowman
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco numbers. The face of the clock is concentric Skyscraper style rings on a lyre pedestal
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Clocks
Soapstone Cubist Style Table Sculpture Two Faces
By (after) Pablo Picasso
Located in San Diego, CA
Interesting soapstone solid table sculpture nice heavy and impressive, circa 1970's with some soft scratches as shown due to age.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Geometric Face Smile Openwork Gold Clip Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Unisex Geometric Face Smile Openwork Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Gentleman
s Art Deco Patek Philippe 18k Gold Pocket Watch Swiss Made
By Patek Philippe
Located in St. Petersburg, FL
Strong Running 45mm Mens Art Deco Patek Philippe, open face pocket watch in solid gold original
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold High Grade Open Faced Manual Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron Constantin
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
1930s Art Deco Gilded Plaster Italian Sculpture of an Head
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An Art Deco plaster head depicting a face of a woman or a young boy. It has been made in Italy in
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Eberhard
Co. Nickel Silver Open Faced Manual Pocket Watch, circa 1930
By Eberhard
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Eberhard & Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Opened Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Patek Philippe Platinum Open Face Pocket Watch Retailed by Tiffany
Co.
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe platinum open face pocket watch retailed by Tiffany & Co., circa 1925, manual-wind
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Platinum
Jean Cocteau Original Edition Large Ceramic Dish "Bouc trois faces", 1959
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Paris, FR
Jean Cocteau large ceramic dish or cup - " Bouc trois faces " from 1959
Edition original by
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Geometric Face Smile Openwork Gold Clip Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Geometric Face Smile Openwork Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Egyptian Revival Bronze Round Pharaoh Case w/ Carved Bone Face, Circa 1920
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Art Deco era Egyptian Revival casted bronze case with carved bone face. The case featuring
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Illinois Open Faced Pocket Watch with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1919
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Polished Aluminum Clock by DEP
By DEP
Located in New York, NY
desk and mantle clocks models. The streamline Machine Age design is exemplary of the Art Deco period
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch with Factory Archival
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Face Pocket Watch / Ref. 600
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Rolex Datejust 18k yellow gold and diamond face Ladies size
By Rolex
Located in Brisbane, AU
- slight crack on edges of glass corner of the face of the watch* view in photos details
In 1905, at the
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Art Deco Face For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact art deco face you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, platinum and 18k gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect art deco face may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 carat and 1 carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing art deco face — no matter the origin — is easy, but Antinori Fine Jewels, Sage Designs L.A. and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An art deco face can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1445 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and old mine cut versions for sale. Most of our art deco face for sale are for women, but there are 1033 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Art Deco Face?
The price for an art deco face starts at $50 and tops out at $500,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,320.
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 Face
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an Art Deco lamp, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on it. Often, you can determine the maker and learn about the types of lamps it was known for by researching the maker's marks via online resources. If the maker produced lamps in the Art Deco style and your lamp dates to the 1920s or ’30s, it's a good possibility that your lamp is in the Art Deco style. Some makers who were famous for their Art Deco lamps include Lalique, Daum Frères, Tiffany and Charles Schneider. If you can't find a maker's marking, consider the overall design of your lamp. Fixtures dating back to the era typically feature ornate patterning, such as geometric motifs, sunbursts, ziggurats, linework and fountains. Commonly used materials included chrome, glass, Bakelite and bronze. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Deco lamps.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco 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. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Among the key Art Deco designers were Tamara de Lempicka, Erté, René Lalique, Le Corbusier, Jean Dunand, Léon Bakst, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Sonia Delaunay, Georges Lepape and Jean Després.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
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