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Art Deco Skyscraper Bakelite / Catalin Green Swirl Table Lighter by Ellis
By Ellis
Located in Buffalo, NY
Art Deco skyscraper Bakelite / Catalin green swirl table lighter by Ellis, Buffalo New York. New
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Bakelite
Vintage Ronson Varaflame Lighter Chrome Laqcuered 1980s
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Revised Ronson Varaflame 1980s
The Ronson Varaflame set new standards in lighter design
Category
Vintage 1980s British Art Deco Vanity Items
Maxfield Parrish Art Deco Print Mazda Calendar Top “Venetian Lamp Lighter" c1920
By Maxfield Parrish
Located in Big Flats, NY
Maxfield Parrish Art Deco Print Mazda Calendar Top “Venetian Lamp Lighter", Framed, c1920
Measures
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Prints
Materials
Paper
QUERCIA ECLAIR Model 1929 France Art Deco Mappaemundi Desk Petrol Lighter
Located in Miami, FL
A petrol desk-lighter designed by Quercia.
This novelty item combines a miniature terrestrial
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Vintage Myflam Chrome Leather Table Lighter Square base 1950s
Located in DELFT, NL
decorated with enamel on chrome. A beautiful testament to the charm of the Art-Deco movement.
In a
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Vanity Items
Dunhill 1935 Art Deco Triangular Desk Silent Lighter Chrome, Bakelite
Catalin
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
, created in America during the art deco period, back in the 1935. This triangular model was patented by
Category
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Ronson Scotty Dog Touch Tip Lighter and Clock Tower
By Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare Ronson tabletop lighter set, made circa 1935 features the well-known octette touch tip
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Polaire Paris 1935 Art Deco Bauhaus Table Desk Lift Arm Tower Lighter
Located in Miami, FL
in Paris France by the Polaire company, back in the 1935. It was crafted with pure art deco and
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Myflam Chrome Enameled Table Lighter Round base 1950s
Located in DELFT, NL
decorated with enamel on chrome. A beautiful testament to the charm of the Art-Deco movement.
In a
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Enamel
Vintage Myflam Mother of Pearl Table Lighter Square base 1950s
Located in DELFT, NL
beautifully decorated with thick mother-of-pearl slabs. A beautiful testament to the charm of the Art-Deco
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Vanity Items
ART-DECO 1935 Black Enameled Concealed Watch Lighter In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An art-deco concealed pocket-watch lighter.
This is a very rare concealed watch-lighter created in
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Dunhill Rare Green Marble Lacquer
Gold Plated Roller Lighter
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
DUNHILL super rare GREEN MARBLE LACQUER & GOLD PLATED GAS ROLLER LIGHTER.
The lighter is mint
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Locomotive Sugar Mill Tram 1910 Art Deco Desk Cigarette Box with Lighter
Located in Miami, FL
Sugar cane locomotive cigarette case box with lighter.
Very decorative presentation cigarette
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Materials
Steel
Vintage Rare Ronson Futura Speed Boat Table Lighter Chrome 1960s (SERVICED)
Located in DELFT, NL
Rare Ronson Futura Speed Boat Table Lighter 1960s
This Ronson Speed Boat table lighter from the
Category
Vintage 1960s British Art Deco Vanity Items
A Les Must De Cartier Paris 18k gold plated lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage and Retro Cartier gold plated lighter A Les Must De Cartier Paris 18k gold plated lighter
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate
Art Deco Silver Plate Lift Arm Table Lighter by Dunhill
By Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original early 1930s silver plate tabletop lighter features a classic lift arm design Made by one
Category
Vintage 1930s English Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Dunhill Sterling Silver Broadboy Lighter in Original Box
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Antique Dunhill Broadboy halfcap sterling silver petrol lighter in the Barley pattern.
In really
Category
Vintage 1930s English Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver
Rare 1930s Dunhill Shagreen Lighter Pat No 390107 Made in England Art Deco Era
By Dunhill
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning antique Dunhill Shagreen lighter
A very rare
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Shagreen
1920
s Art Deco Black Porcelain Electronic "Tilt to Light" Lighter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This lighter would likely have a sleek and elegant design, indicative of the Art Deco style popular
Category
Vintage 1920s Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Porcelain
Iconic Dunhill Gold-Plated Cigarette Lighter with original RED lather case
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
A Dunhill gold-plated mid century cigarette lighter, barley engine turned design.
Iconic and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
England 1929 Art Deco Chinoiserie Desk Lighter In Sterling Silver Jade And Lapis
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco box desk lighter made in England.
A beautiful table-desk lighter, created in London
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case
Dunhill Lighter Set
By Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case & Dunhill Lighter Set
“Circa 1980”
“YSL
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold-Plated and Red lacquer Swiss Manufactured, Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dunhill Gold-Plated, Red lacquer Swiss Manufactured, Lighter
In Mint working condition.
In
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Rare Exclusive Cartier Gold Black Enamel Retro RoyKing Rollagas Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Exclusive Cartier Roy King Rollagas Lighter
Rare and Retro.
Black enamel and Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Vintage Rare Exclusive Cartier Gold Black Enamel Retro RoyKing Rollagas Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Exclusive Cartier Roy King Rollagas Lighter
Rare and Retro.
Black enamel and Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Rare Art Deco Dunhill 14k gold swing arm lighter watch front
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A really unusual 14k solid gold art deco swing arm lighter with a watch movement on the front. The
Category
Vintage 1930s American Tableware
Materials
14k Gold
Very Rare circa 1920s Alfred Dunhill Unique Sterling Silver Time Piece Lighter
By Dunhill
Located in GB
sterling silver Alfred Dunhill lighter with built in pocket wrist watch movement
The piece is top to
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Desk Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Sapphire Set Cigarette and Lighter Evening Gold Purse, Circa 1930
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
, featuring a very typical design of the transitional age between the Art Deco period and the Retro period
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco "Savory" Sterling Silver Arm Lighter by Alfred Dunhill Paris
By Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original "Savory" sterling silver wick-type lift arm lighter by Alfred Dunhill Paris. The lighter
Category
Vintage 1930s French Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Paris 1925 Emerald Diamond Black Laquer Powder Box and Cigarette Lighter
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Paris carved Emerald and Diamond Black laquer powder box & cigarette lighter.
Circa 1925
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Otis Elgin Craft 1928 Art Deco Desk Cigarette Box And Lighter In Lacquered Steel
By Elgin American Mfg Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Machine Age desk box. This combine a double cigarette smokers box with a removable lighter
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Lighter by Van Cleef
Arpels, the Gold Plated and Black Enamel Case
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
PLATED LIGHTER, "LA COLLECTION", VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
Gold plated adorned with black lacquer.
Signed
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Art Deco Spelter Metal Nude Greek Goddess Torch Tip Table Lighter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Nude Greek Goddess spelter metal torch tip table lighter featuring a nude flapper gilded in bronze
Category
Vintage 1930s Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Spelter
SARASTRO 1929 Pforzheim Deco Everest Pocket Lighter In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
lighter is the popular Everest short model, crafted with rectangular art deco patterns in solid .925/.999
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter
By Ben Shillingford
Located in London, by appointment only
A fine mid century Dunhill aquarium table lighter by Ben Shillingford.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Nautical Objects
1935 Art Deco Tortoise Smokers Set Tray, Cigarette Case w/ Lighter by Ronson
By Ronson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The 1935 Art Deco smoker's set includes a chrome tray with chrome and black lacquered handles and a
Category
Vintage 1930s American Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
RONSON 1935 Machine Age Pudding Bearer Ballerina With Baby Ronde-Light Lighter
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
, created in New Jersey United States by The Ronson Lighter Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1935
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
SARASTRO 1930 Pforzheim Enameled Deco Diksi Petrol Lighter In Silver on Brass
Located in Miami, FL
the diksi model, crafted with art deco patterns in solid brass and embellished with two panels with
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Brass, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Ronson 1935 Elephant Touch Titp Striker Lighter In Black Cast Steel And Chrome
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
The Art Metal Works for The Ronson Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1935. Designed in the
Category
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Ronson "Rondette" Enameled Chrome Table Lighter
By Ronson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
upon two smaller cylindrical feet with a modern black enameled Art Deco pattern along the face and back
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson.
A beautiful, exceedingly rare
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
Two rare Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighters
By Ben Shillingford
Located in London, GB
Two very bright and well preserved chrome plated Dunhill Aquarium Table lighters, the lucite panels
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Lucite
Alfred Dunhill Silver Plated Rollagas Cigarette Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Alfred Dunhill Silver Plated Rollagas Cigarette Lighter With Original Box, and leather soft case
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Table Lighter #16110
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
polished finish on a cylindrical Art Deco design. Inner petrol wick lighter by Evans. Tiffany box and pouch
Category
20th Century Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
RONSON USA 1939 Art Deco Lacquered Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box Touch Tip Light
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco dispenser box with lighter designed by Ronson.
An exceptional and beautiful desk box
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Ronson Green Stripe Rondelight Junior Table Lighter, 1929
By Ronson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 1929 Art Deco "Rondelight Junior" flint table lighter by Ronson featuring enameled black
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Chrome
Antique sterling silver lamp form table lighter
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish Antique Art Deco era sterling silver lamp form table lighter.
An unusual genie style
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Table lighter Lancel - "La boule de Lancel" 1920s
By Lancel Paris
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Table Lighter Lancel "Le Boule de Lancel"
Patent Pending SGDGA 75-22, in brass with a golden brass
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass
Ronson "Pik-a-Cig" Monkey Striker Lighter
Cigarette Dispenser
By Ronson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
In the style of Art Deco, this Magic Monkey "Pik-a-Cig" cigarette dispenser and strike lighter is a
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Brass Table Lighter with Enamel Surface by Dunhill
By Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Brass lift arm table lighter with enamel surfac by Dunhill
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Steel
Midcentury Chrome P-51A Mustang Airplane Table Lighter
By Hamilton Products
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Post-war desktop airplane lighter modeled after the North American P-51A Mustang fighter plane used
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Globetrotter Leather Wrapped Sports Lift Arm Lighter by Dunhill
By Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco Dunhill Sports Petrol Lighter - Globetrotter Cowhide Leather with Rhodium Plated Trim
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Leather
Set of Three Early 20th Century Ellis Bakelite Lighters
By Ellis
Located in Middleburg, VA
Set of Three Early 20th Century Ellis Bakelite Lighters
One has etched signature.
United States
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Bakelite
Vintage Alfred Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter Florentine Pattern Switzerland
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Rare Vintage Iconic Alfred Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter made in Switzerland.This beautiful Dunhill
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Walking Stick Petrol Cigarette Lighter Old and Very Rare
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Vintage walking stick petrol cigarette lighter.
Old and very rare, the top of the walking stick
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass
Modern Gold Plated Reeded Pattern Must De Lighter by Cartier Paris
By Cartier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Must de Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Lighter with a serial number of 60976E. Known for its elegant
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold
GERMAN 1920 Enameled Compendium Cigarette Case
Lighter In Sterling Silver
By Pegau/Pforzheim Silberwarenfabrik
Located in Miami, FL
Compendium cigarette case with lighter made in Germany.
This is a gorgeous Art deco compendium
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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Art Deco Lighter For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco lighter you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, chrome and silver, every art deco lighter was constructed with great care. Find 110 options for an antique or vintage art deco lighter now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco lighter — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right art deco lighter, those designed in Art Deco, Folk Art and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Alfred Dunhill, Dunhill and Ronson each produced at least one beautiful art deco lighter that is worth considering.
How Much is a Art Deco Lighter?
The average selling price for an art deco lighter at 1stDibs is $963, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $50,963 for the highest priced.
A Close Look at Art-deco Furniture
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
Questions About Art Deco Lighter
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- What era was Art Deco rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- What does Art Deco ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.
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