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French Art Deco Toujours Moi by Corday Perfume Bottle
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco footed disc-shaped clear glass perfume bottle (TOUJOURS MOI by CORDAY) with
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20th Century French Art Deco Bottles

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Cord

René Lalique Art Deco Dish Gazelles Model
By René Lalique
Located in NANTES, FR
Nouveau and Art Deco with his unique and recognizable style. René Lalique began an apprenticeship in 1876
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Art Déco cabinet by Pierre Paul Montagnac. France 1920s.
By Pierre-Paul Montagnac
Located in Köln, NW
French Art Déco cabinet by Pierre Paul Montagnac.(1883 to 1961) with bronze application. Thuja root
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Bronze

1920 s Art Deco Narcissus Bath Crystals Bottle
Located in Red Lion, PA
This striking 1920s Art Deco Narcissus Bath Crystals bottle is a masterpiece of geometric elegance
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Bottles

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Glass

Art Deco Waterfall Floor Radio Case in Walnut
By Montgomery Ward
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique piece can be used as a bar or place your stereo equipment inside we refinished the piece a very unique item it comes with its original speaker.
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20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets

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Walnut

German Art Deco Plate by Thomas Porcelain, 1929
By Thomas Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful German Art Deco period white and gold porcelain plate signed by artist for the Thomas
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Charles Dudouyt Art Deco Glazed Cabinet in Oak, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Almelo, NL
Art Deco glazed cabinet in oak by Charles Dudouyt, France 1940 This stunning Art Deco cabinet is
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Oak

Spanish Art Deco Marquetry Wood Serving Tray
Located in Barcelona, ES
Decagon Walnut Tray with Star Marquetry Decoration Beautiful 20th century walnut tray with handles and marquetry star shaped decoration at the central part. Spain, 1930s-1940s. The e...
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20th Century Spanish Art Deco Platters and Serveware

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Wood, Walnut

Art Deco French Jar with Lizard on Lid
Located in PARIS, FR
Terracotta jar with lizard figuring on lid. Signed 'AP' under the base. Excellent condition.
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Jars

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Terracotta

Gustave Keller - Sterling Silver Vase Art Deco Period
By Gustave Keller Freres
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Period: ART DECO around 1930 Goldsmith: Gustave KELLER Origin: France / PARIS
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Bohemian Perfume Bottle, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Bohemian Art Deco crystal perfume bottle. Gilded decorations. Includes its original cap
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bottles

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Art Glass

Art Deco Amber Cake Dish Pastry Bowl Depression Glass
By Scailmont
Located in Poperinge, BE
Amber colored art deco cake stand, round cake plateau with decorative pattern and foot, made of
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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Platters and Serveware

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Glass

Art Deco French Glass Atomizer, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
collection. Also a nice size, slightly bigger than regular Deco Atomizer bottles, this one definitely won't
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bottles

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Brass

French Art Deco Filling Cabinet with Five Folding Fronts
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco filling cabinet with five folding fronts.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

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Walnut

Vintage Art Deco Susie Cooper Water Pitcher England
By Susie Cooper
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Susie Cooper ceramic glazed pitcher. Wedding Ring collection. Perfect proportions and visual appeal with soft banded colors.
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20th Century English Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Vintage Art Deco Susie Cooper Lidded Bowl England
By Susie Cooper
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Susie Cooper for Crown Works ceramic serving bowl. Genius design with lid acting and a separate bowl when inverted. Wedding Ring collection. Perfect proportions and visual ...
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20th Century English Art Deco Serving Bowls

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Ceramic

Art Deco Ceramic Bread Box, Vienna, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Ceramic bread box, Vienna, around 1920s Brass parts polished and stove enameled. Rest
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Serving Pieces

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Brass

Art Deco Bar Cart With Removable Tray
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Bar Cart With Removable Tray. Nickeled metal with mirrored surfaces.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal

Art Deco Rotating Tray, Mirrored Metal, Hexagonal Design, France 1930
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Art Deco tray Art Deco rotating tray, France around 1930. This extraordinary, mirrored metal tray
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Platters and Serveware

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Metal

Etched Art Deco Mirror Tray a Lovely Stylish Piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Etched Art Deco Mirror Tray A lovely stylish piece, the tray is made with mirror and it has
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Platters and Serveware

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Mirror

Art Deco Hungarian Bar Cart/ Serving Table
Located in Houston, TX
The Bar cart has 2 levels, and 2 shelves, made out of ebonized glass. They are connected by chrome tubes. Each shelf has an extended border regulator, to prevent items from falling o...
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Vintage 1940s Hungarian Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

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Chrome

Gallia Design Christian Fjerdingstadt, Art Deco Swan Boat
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Christian Fjerdingstadt Art Deco swan boat in silver plate gallia, circa 1930.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Serving Bowls

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Bakelite Bowl, Fruit Bowl, 1930s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
still a stylish must-have for any Art Deco interior. This bowl is a versatile accessory that is
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls

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Bakelite

Stunning Bowl, Nude, Malachite Art Glass, Frantisek Halama, 1930 Art Deco
By František Halama
Located in Wien, AT
is an rare original of the Art Deco period.
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Art Glass

French Art Deco Miracle by Lentheric Brosse Perfume Bottles
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco frosted and clear glass perfume bottle (MIRACLE by LENTHERIC) shaped like the
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20th Century French Art Deco Bottles

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Glass

Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet Mid century Italian in Glossy Aubergine
Located in Buxton, GB
This Art Deco Italian Cocktail Cabinet is a luxurious and stylish piece of furniture, perfect for
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets

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Wood

Art Deco Spectacular Clove Display Vitrine Cabinet, English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous, original 1930s Art Deco display vitrine cabinet. Very unusual shape of which we haven't
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets

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Lead

Art Deco tray, 1940s, France, made of wood and glass
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
A French Art Deco tray from the 1940s, crafted from wood and glass marquetry. Rectangular in shape
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Platters and Serveware

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Wood

Atelier Pansart Art Deco Copper Mirrored Glass Serving Tray
By Atelier Pansart
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French Art Deco copper metal and peach-color mirror tray features a thick mirrored
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Platters and Serveware

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Metal, Copper

French Art Deco Rosewood Cabinet Jacques Émile Ruhlmann Style
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This French Art Deco cabinet is done in the style of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, a French furniture
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets

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Brass, Enamel

French Art Deco Lalique Briar Pattern Perfume Bottle
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco large round glass perfume bottle with embossed decorative briar pattern and gray
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20th Century French Art Deco Bottles

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Glass

1930s Art Deco Bronze vessel TOR Denmark
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Hefty, solid bronze, fluted design, with wonderful age patina and Verdis. Stamped to bottom. Interior has not been cleaned to maintain patina, but could be.
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Bronze

Just Andersen, Art Deco pewter mug. Approx. from 1930.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen, Art Deco pewter mug. Model 2204/16. Approximately from 1930. In excellent condition
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Pewter

French Art Deco Lalique for Worth Perfume Bottle
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco ball-shaped glass perfume bottle with a raised stars design and a flat round glass
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20th Century French Art Deco Bottles

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Glass

Art Deco Shelley Complete Tea Set for 4 +
By Shelley Pottery
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Set your table with this rare and complete teaset with bold Art Deco decoration, made by Shelley
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tea Sets

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Paste, Porcelain

Art Deco Celtic Design Sterling Silver Serving Bowl
By R. Wallace Sons Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, Celtic design, sterling silver serving bowl, R. Wallace Son, Wallingford, Ct
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Jasmin by Rahayel Perfume Bottle
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco sphere-shaped clear glass perfume bottle (JASMIN by FERES RAHAYEL) with a cone
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20th Century French Art Deco Bottles

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Glass

Art Deco Pair of Sterling Silver Bon Bon Dishes
By R E Stone
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine pair of antique George V English sterling silver bon bon dishes made by RE Stone Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Champagne Cooler
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco Champagne Cooler is a stunning piece by WMF in Germany, dating back to the
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Mid-20th Century French Wine Coolers

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Nickel

French Art Deco Danseuses Egyptiennes Lalique Perfume Bottle
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco cylindrical frosted and blue stained glass perfume burner bottle (DANSEUSES
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20th Century French Art Deco Bottles

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Metal

Japanese Art Deco Tea Set for Four People
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco tea set made of the chary wood .Artisan antique work and hand painted Weight of the set
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Tea Sets

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Fruitwood

2x Art Deco Fruit Bowl, Vienna, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
2x Art Deco fruit bowl, Vienna, circa 1920s Polished and stove enamelled.  
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Serving Bowls

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Brass

Art Deco Tazza in Patinated Copper 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Art Deco Tazza in Patinated Copper, Europe, 1930s. This is a very stylish and elegant art deco
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Copper

Art Deco Style Teapot with Infuser, Germany circa 1950
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art Deco Style Teapot with Infuser, Germany, circa 1950 Elegant teapot with infuser made of blown
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Tea Sets

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Silver

Unique Art Deco cabinet with veneer wood inlay, France 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1920 / cabinet / wood, veneer / Art Deco Rare tall wooden cabinet with stunning wood
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Wood

Art Deco Burr Walnut Cocktail Cabinet by Epstein
By Harry Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Art Deco burr walnut cocktail cabinet by Epstein. This was made in England, it dates
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cabinets

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Glass, Bakelite, Walnut, Mirror

WMF, Germany. Art Deco "Ikora" tray with abstract design.
Located in København, Copenhagen
WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), Germany. Art Deco "Ikora" tray. Beautiful green patina
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Serving Pieces

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Bronze

Large Art Deco Carved Wood Cabinet by Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible large oak cabinet by Charles Dudouyt from France, 1930s. Beautiful carved wood with intricate detail on four front doors. Three compartments open to original adjustable sh...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Sterling Silver Light Blue Bottle, Italy, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco sterling silver light blue bottle, Italy, 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Tableware

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Silver

Large Art Deco Squirrel Drageoir by Gallia, Christofle
By Gallia
Located in Paris, FR
Large Art Deco squirrel drageoir was designed by Antoinette de Ribes (1892-1972) for Gallia in 1931
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Engraved Murano Glass Mirror Cabinet, Art Deco Style
Located in Meda, MB
This Art Deco style Cabinet was produced in Italy in the 1980s circa. It is completely covered of
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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Cabinets

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Mirror, Murano Glass

Tiffany Co. Antique Art Deco Silverplate Bowl
By Tiffany Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Art Deco period silverplate bowl By Tiffany & Co. (signed to the underside
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Belgian late Art Deco cabinet in solid oak
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Robust cabinet features two square door panels, above these doors there is a vitrine. A beautiful detail that makes it such a well-designed piece, are the black round legs. The bl...
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Art Deco Cupboards

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Glass, Mirror, Oak

Northern Goldsmiths Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Pint Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
foot, all in the Art Deco style. The surface of the mug is plain and encircled with bands of tooled
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style Italian Marquetry Bar Cart
Located in Winter Park, FL
An Art Deco style Italian marquetry bar bart or drinks trolley, made of mahogany, and richly
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

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Mahogany

1930s Art Deco Palisander and Glass Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item has been carefully refurbished and finished with shellac.
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Cabinets

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Wood, Palisander

Pair of German WMF Art Deco Metal Jugs
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Miami, US
A striking pair of German WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) metal jugs in the Art Deco style
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Jars

Materials

Metal

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Art Deco Kitchen For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic art deco kitchen available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every art deco kitchen was constructed with great care. Find 6526 options for an antique or vintage art deco kitchen now, or shop our selection of 289 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the art deco kitchen you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco kitchen, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one art deco kitchen that is appealing in its simplicity, but Georg Jensen, René Lalique and Harald Nielsen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Art Deco Kitchen?

The average selling price for an art deco kitchen at 1stDibs is $1,398, while they’re typically $35 on the low end and $250,000 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

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 Kitchen
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The 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 21, 2024
    The 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.