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Two-Tier Stacked Rattan Corner Table by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl, Kosuga
Located in Rio Vista, CA
original brochure. Made in the Art Deco period and purchased from the original owner. Please inquire about
Category

20th Century Japanese Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

French Maison Gatti Bamboo Rattan Jardiniere Planter
By Maison Gatti
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming French bamboo rattan jardiniere planter by Maison Gatti. Constructed from a rattan frame
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Resin, Beech

French Woven Rattan Side Table, c. 1930-1940
Located in Pasadena, CA
a modified bun foot. The weaving of the rattan constitutes a work of art. There are a couple of
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Italian Liberty outdoor chairs in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Liberty outdoor chairs in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s Pair of vintage outdoor
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Paul Frankl Design Round Rattan Coffee Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rochester, NY
Paul Frankl design round rattan coffee table with reed wrapping and overlapping quarter sawn oak
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Oak, Reed

1950 s Exeptional Vintage Bent Stick Rattan Sofa
By Ficks Reed
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Exceptional vintage bent stick rattan refinished sofa that has new custom textured Boucle style
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Wood, Rattan

Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
interior designer, furniture designer, and Movie Art Director, their company helped to popularize rattan
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Winter Garden Furniture Set in Rattan, France Around 1925
Located in Paris, FR
in France in the 1925s. Blue and yellow lacquered rattan and natural rattan mixed together in a
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Mid Century Stacked Rattan Side Table with Cut Outs, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl two-tier stacked rattan end table pair with cut-out sides and mahogany wood top, circa
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Restored Tropical Wood Corner Shelf with Rattan Boarder
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original 1930s wood corner shelf with rattan border with 4 tiers. Designed in the manner of
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Rattan

Paul Frankl Two Tiered Stacked Rattan Side Tables
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rochester, NY
Matched pair of classic Art Deco style bent and stacked rattan two tier side / end tables with oak
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Oak

1920s French Riviera Adjustable Woven Rattan and Bamboo Sun Lounger
Located in London, GB
A 1920s French Riviera adjustable woven rattan and bamboo sun lounger, with original metal label
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chaise Longues

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Restored Square Pretzel Rattan 4 Seater Sectional Sofa by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Square Pretzel Rattan Sectional Sofa designed by Paul Frankl. This sofa features a Stacked Rattan
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Original Paul Frankl Five-Strand Pretzel Rattan Living Room Set
By Kosuga Co. Ltd., Paul Frankl
Located in Atlanta, GA
structurally. The rattan is in original condition and has not been touched up or altered. Minimal touch up
Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Living Room Sets

Materials

Rattan

10 Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair Paul Frankl Style
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl style ten-strand square pretzel rattan lounge chair with custom-made cushions available
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Mid Century Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Made in the 1950's , this restored six-strand, rattan lounge chair features square pretzel arms
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored Paul Frankl Style Square Pretzel Rattan Armchairs, Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six strand square pretzel arm rattan occasional chairs with stacked base in the manner of Paul
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Paul Frankl Style Stacked Rattan Side Table with Cut Outs, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl two-tier stacked rattan end table pair with cut-out sides and dark stained mahogany
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Stools by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rochester, NY
a group of three bent natural rattan stools by Paul Frankl - made in Japan - circa 1940
Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Stools

Art Deco Silver Plate Pitcher by Lurelle Guild for The International Silver Co.
By Lurelle Guild, International Silver
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco cocktail pitcher was realized by the renowned architect, industrial designer
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Restored Midcentury 3-Strand X-Base Rattan and Mahogany Dining Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Midcentury rattan dining table. This large rattan dining table comes with three pole rattan legs
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Restored Two-Tier Stacked Rattan Side Table w/ Mahogany Top, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of two-tier stacked rattan end lamp tables with cut-out sides and dark stained mahogany wood
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Art Deco Botanical Pewter Coffee Set on Tray
Located in Troy, MI
This Art Deco pewter coffee serving set includes coffee carafe, tea pot, sugar and creamer on a
Category

Vintage 1930s French Tea Sets

Materials

Pewter

Pair of Palecek Bamboo Rattan Bistro Cafe Chairs
By Palecek Furniture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Delightful pair of bamboo rattan French style bistro cafe chairs produced by Palecek. Authentic
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Resin

Restored Stacked Six-Strand Frankl Lounge Sofa Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco Rattan living-room set including a matching 3-seat sectional sofa and lounge chair with
Category

Vintage 1930s American Living Room Sets

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Lounge Chair by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rochester, NY
A large six band arm natural rattan lounge chair with nine band rattan base, designed by Paul
Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Sanders Sideboard by Lind + Almond in Natural Oak and Rattan (Small)
By Jönsson Inventar, Lind + Almond
Located in Washington, GB
A sideboard in European oak and rattan, developed by Lind + Almond especially for Sanders
Category

2010s Estonian Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Rattan, Oak

Billy Seay Airbrush Parrots in Original Art for Turner in Original Frame
By Bill Seay
Located in Van Nuys, CA
art/decorating boom. Great for vintage Art Deco dwellings and rattan inspired rooms. The print is new
Category

Vintage 1940s Paintings

Materials

Paper

Restored Paul Frankl Six-Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Loveseat
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl six-strand square pretzel arm rattan loveseat. This two-seat dates from the 1930s and
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Loveseats

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, PVC

Restored "Double Tear Drop Arm" Rattan Sofa Sectional Settee W/ Stacked Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Tear Drop arm" . 1930, United We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan furniture made
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs in the Style of Paul Frankl
By Sun Tropic, Paul Frankl
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs in the style of Paul Frankl. Reminiscent of his pretzel chairs and of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Art Deco Split Ypsilanti Stick Reed Wicker or Sofa with Pair Arm Chairs c. 1930s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome Art Deco Split Reed Rattan Sofa with a Pair of Armchairs and original cushions with
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Reed

Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs in the style of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl, Ritts Tropitan
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs in the style of Paul Frankl . Classic styling make these chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Restored Streamline Grass Mat Stick Rattan Bedside Table with
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Streamline stick rattan side table with grass-mat coverings, a Rattan pull handle, and edges are
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Rattan

French Style Rattan and Wicker Chaise Longue or Daybed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive French style chaise longue, daybed, or lounge constructed from wicker and rattan. Made
Category

20th Century Asian Art Deco Chaise Longues

Materials

Linen, Bamboo, Wicker, Wood, Rattan

Late 20th Century Marquetry sculptural Leaf Pencil Rattan Credenza
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This exquisite vintage marquetry rattan-trimmed credenza is a perfect blend of functionality and
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Reclaimed Wood

VINTAGE LLOYD LOOM LAMBETH PALACE WICKER RATTAN GARDEN ARMCHAiR ORIGINAL LABEl
By Lloyd Loom
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original vintage Lloyd Loom Lambeth Palace wicker garden armchair with original distressed pai...
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Paul Frankl Style Six Strand Rattan Five-Seat Curved Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six strand square pretzel curved rattan sectional sofa designed in the style of Paul Frankl. This
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sectional Sofas

Materials

Naugahyde, Rattan

Restored Square Pretzel Rattan Four-Seat Two-Piece Sectional Sofa by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Square pretzel rattan sectional sofa designed by Paul Frankl. This sofa features a stacked rattan
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Restored Art Deco Rocking Chair with Footrest, by Thonet, Beech, Czech, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
. The new rattan weaving is sturdy and comfortable. This item features classic Art Deco elements. Art
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Beech, Lacquer

1920s Art Deco Teak Cane Armchairs, Set of 2
Located in Basildon, London
A truly beautiful pair of Art Deco armchairs, designed in the colonial style. Featuring a teak
Category

Vintage 1920s American Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Creamy Reeded Rattan Console Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Art deco revival reeded rattan console table with radiused corners and beveled glass insert top.
Category

Late 20th Century American Console Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Pair of Bielecky Brothers Wicker Rattan "President" Lounge Chairs Ottoman
By Bielecky Brothers
Located in Wilton, CT
the early 20th century. Art-Deco in form, they are a timelessly handsome design with the fullest
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan

Paul Frankl Inspired Stacked Rattan Side Table with Floating Shelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl inspired three-tier stacked rattan end table with open sides, mahogany wood top, and
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Rattan

Art Deco Five-Strand Square Pretzel 3-Seater Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco era five-strand square pretzel style, three-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored Streamline Grass Mat Covered Bedside Table with Stick Rattan Accents
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Streamline stick rattan side table with grass-mat coverings and edges are finished with brass nails
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Rattan

Stick Rattan Trunk with Grass Mat Cover and Solid Cedar Interior
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Made circa 1930, this stick rattan storage trunk with grass mat cover and solid cedar inner walls
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Bamboo, Cedar, Grasscloth, Rattan, Wicker

A Fabulous 40 s Art-Deco Lounge Chair In Bamboo
Located in Doylestown, PA
A really cool rolling lounge chair in bamboo, circa 1940, with great lines and in great condition. A custom cushion is available in your fabric (additional).
Category

Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Restored Art Deco Six-Strand Square Pretzel Five-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco six-strand square pretzel style, five-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Monumental Three-Tier Multi-Band Rattan Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
REDUCED FROM $2,750....Exciting and large, and in the style of Paul Frankl, this rattan table is
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Restored Art Deco Eight-Strand Square Pretzel Arm Low 3-Seat Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century Eight-strand square pretzel arm rattan 3-seater sectional sofa with custom-made
Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Faux Snakeskin Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with Faux Snakeskin
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

1950s MidCentury Italian Wood Cane Rattan Glass Dry Bar Cart Liquor Cabinet
By Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico Luisa Parisi, Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa
Located in Carimate, Como
Unique and very elegant Italian Art Deco MidCentury dry bar cabinet cart with top glass tier
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Antique Rattan / Stick Wicker Arm Chair in Natural Finish with Colored Trim
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Nashua, NH
An Antique,handsome and stylish Rattan Arm Chair in natural finish with colored trim, American,C
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan, Reed, Wood

Paul Frankl Style Six Band Arm Rattan Lounge Chairs
By Paul Frankl
Located in St. Louis, MO
Paul Frankl style rattan or bamboo chairs with pretzel profile, loose seat cushions on sculptural
Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo

Paul Frankl Stacked Rattan Bamboo Side Tables Nightstand, a Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare pair of matching Paul Frankl side tables / nightstands, circa early 1940's. These feature Frankl's coveted two tiered design with mahogany top and stacked bent bamboo frame. Ic...
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Mahogany

Early 20th Century Bamboo and Rattan Console Table with Mirror and Shelves
Located in Roma, IT
Magnificent bamboo and rattan console table with mirror and shelves. This wonderful piece was
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood, Mirror

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Art Deco Rattan For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco rattan you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each art deco rattan for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using natural fiber, rattan and wood. If you’re shopping for an art deco rattan, we have 229 options in-stock, while there are 17 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the art deco rattan you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco rattan is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. Paul Frankl, Mambo Unlimited Ideas and Kosuga each produced at least one beautiful art deco rattan that is worth considering.

How Much is a Art Deco Rattan?

An art deco rattan can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,783, while the lowest priced sells for $45 and the highest can go for as much as $220,000.

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 Rattan
  • 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 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 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 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.