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Iconic Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold-Plated and Red Lacquer Swiss, Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dunhill Gold-Plated, Red lacquer Swiss Manufactured, Lighter
Iconic and beautifully
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Iconic Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold-Plated and Red Lacquer Swiss, Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dunhill Gold-Plated, Red lacquer Swiss Manufactured, Lighter
Iconic and beautifully
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
The Original James Bond Dunhill Vintage Gold Plated Iconic Lighter, circa 1970
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
gold plated Swiss Made lighter
In mint condition.
Art Deco.
Works perfectly.
Iconic and beautifully
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
The Original James Bond Dunhill Vintage Gold Plated Iconic Lighter, circa 1970
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
gold plated Swiss Made lighter
In mint condition.
Art Deco.
Works perfectly.
Iconic and beautifully
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated, The “James Bond“ Iconic Lighter, circa 1970
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated Swiss Made lighter
In mint condition.
Art Deco.
Works perfectly
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Celine Circa 1980s Hexagonal Black Lacquer
Gold Vintage Lighter, Rare, Retro
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Celine Circa 1980s Hexagonal Black Lacquer & Gold Vintage Lighter, Rare, Retro
Celine hexagonal
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage Dunhill Cigarette Case
Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter Set, Circa 1970
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Dunhill Cigarette Case & Dunhill Gold Lighter Set, Vintage Circa 1970
The Cigarette case is made
Category
Late 20th Century English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage
Rare Dunhill Cigarette Case
Dunhill Gold Lighter Set, Circa 1970
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Dunhill Cigarette Case & Dunhill Gold Lighter Set, Vintage Circa 1970
The Cigarette case is made
Category
Late 20th Century English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
The original “James Bond” rare
Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Swiss Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare, Iconic, chic and Elegant Dunhill Gold Plated Swiss Made Lighter.
Seen in the “James Bond
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Case
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Case
Circa 1970
Rare
Category
Late 20th Century English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Lighter, Circa 1980s Original C
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Gold Tone Lighter, Circa 1980s Original Case
“YSL
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case
Lighter Set “Circa 1980
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case & Lighter Set
“Circa 1980”
“YSL” Yves Saint
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case
Lighter Set “Circa 1980”
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case & Lighter Set
“Circa 1980”
“YSL” Yves Saint
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case
Lighter Set “Circa 1980”
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case & Lighter Set
“Circa 1980”
“YSL” Yves Saint
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
Rare Vintage Luxury Gucci lighter Florence Italia Circa 80 Original Suede Case
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Very rare authentic vintage Luxury Gucci lighter, Florence Italia 80s.
Beautiful Finish Gucci
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vanity Items
Rare Vintage Luxury Gucci lighter Florence Italia Circa 80 Original Suede Case
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Very rare authentic vintage Luxury Gucci lighter, Florence Italia 80s.
Beautiful Finish Gucci
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vanity Items
Le Must De Cartier Logo Gold
Palladium Lighter In Original Cartier Case
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must De Cartier Logo Gold & Palladium Lighter In Original Cartier Case
Cartier Lighter
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Palladium
Le Must De Cartier Logo Gold
Palladium Lighter In Original Cartier Case
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must De Cartier Logo Gold & Palladium Lighter In Original Cartier Case
Cartier Lighter
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Palladium
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Lighter.
This 1980s Vintage Dunhill is gold plated and has a Blue lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Dunhill Yellow Lacquer Gold Plates Swiss Made Lighter With Original Case
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Yellow lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint condition.
Alfred
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Iconic Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Yellow Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Yellow lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint condition.
Iconic
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Black Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Black lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Black Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Black lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Black Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Black lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Black Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Black lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Black Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Black lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Chic Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Dark Blue Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier Vintage Silver Plated Logo “Cartier” Lighter In Original Case Circe 1990
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Vintage Silver Plated “Cartier” Lighter In Original Case Circe 1990
Vintage Silver Plated
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Silver Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Dark Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Iconic Vintage and Elegant Dunhill Gold Plated and Dark Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Rare
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Dunhill Rare Retro Silver Plated Swiss Made Lighter With Original Case
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Iconic Vintage and Elegant Dunhill Silver Plated
Circa 1980s
Swiss Made Lighter.
In mint
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
James Bond Iconic and Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold and Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated Swiss Made lighter In mint condition.
Works perfectly.
Iconic and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
James Bond Iconic and Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold and Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated Swiss Made lighter In mint condition.
Works perfectly.
Iconic and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
James Bond Iconic and Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold and Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated Swiss Made lighter In mint condition.
Works perfectly.
Iconic and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case
Circa 1970
Rare
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage “ James Bond” Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter Original Sky Case, Circa 1970
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “ James Bond” Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter Original Sky Case, Circa 1970
Rare Vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case
Circa 1970
Rare
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Blue Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case
Circa 1970
Rare
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Art Deco Ronson Mastercase Cigarette Lighter Case Combo With Original Box
By Ronson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
, with the original box and instructions.
The case features geometric art deco designs with vertical
Category
Vintage 1930s American Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Chrome
Rare Iconic Vintage and Special Edition Elegant Ronson 18K Gold Plated Lighter
Located in New York, NY
Rare Iconic Vintage and Special Edition Elegant Ronson 18K Gold Plated Lighter
The lighter has
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate
Rare Dunhill 18K Gold Watch Lighter, Art Deco Era, Working Condition
By Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptionally rare Dunhill 18K gold watch lighter is a striking example of Art Deco luxury and
Category
Vintage 1930s Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Circa 80s Iconic Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold-Plated
Red Lacquer Swiss, Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dunhill 18K Gold-Plated, Red lacquer Swiss Manufactured, Lighter
Iconic and beautifully
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Circa 80s Iconic Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold-Plated
Red Lacquer Swiss, Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dunhill 18K Gold-Plated, Red lacquer Swiss Manufactured, Lighter
Iconic and beautifully
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Cognac lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint condition.
Works
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated and Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Cognac lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint condition.
Works
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated light Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Light Cognac light lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated light Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Light Cognac light lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Les Must de Cartier Paris 18k Gold Plated Lighter, Circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage and Retro Cartier gold plated lighter
Circa 1980s
A Les Must De Cartier Paris 18k gold
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage Dunhill Rare Retro Silver Plated Swiss Made Lighter With Original Case
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Iconic Vintage and Elegant Dunhill Silver Plated Swiss Made Lighter.
In mint condition.
Works
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Red Lacquer Lighter In Original Velvet Case
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Red Lacquer Lighter Original Case
Circa 1970
Rare Vintage
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Red Lacquer Lighter In Original Velvet Case
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Red Lacquer Lighter Original Case
Circa 1970
Rare Vintage
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage “ James Bond” Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter Original Sky Case, Circa 1970
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “ James Bond” Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter Original Sky Case, Circa 1970
Rare Vintage
Category
Late 20th Century English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
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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 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. - 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- 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 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.
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