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Art Deco Frosted and Transparent Glass Vase with Floral Relief Detailing
Located in New York, NY
This bold and graphic Art Deco Frosted and Transparent Glass Vase W/ Floral Relief Detailing France
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Bronze Bowl with Tiger Motif in Relief, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Decorative dish or bowl with a textured surface, green Verdigris patina and a raised tiger motif partially exposed. It was manufactured in Scandinavia during the early 20th century b...
Category
Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
"Le Fer, " Art Deco Sculptural Relief with Blacksmith, Airplane, Oil Derrick
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare and beautifully executed, this copper dish with a central relief featuring a shirtless young
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ashtrays
Materials
Copper
$920 Sale Price
20% Off
Norwegian Art Deco Cabinet in oak with relief doors, Oscar Nilsson style
Located in Hägersten, SE
Norwegian Art Deco cabinet made during the 1920-30s. Made from oak with brass details. Heavy
Category
Vintage 1920s Norwegian Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1940s Pewter Clothes Brush with Female Relief – Art Deco Style Garment Brush
Located in Göteborg, SE
adorned with a detailed relief of a kneeling woman holding a bird, crafted in a refined Art Deco style
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pewter
$351 Sale Price
20% Off
"Angel Battling the Hydra, " Fantastic Art Deco Sculptural Relief with Male Nude
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, this rare, Art Deco bas relief sculptural panel was commissioned and presented by the Air Ministry to
Category
Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bakelite
"Fruit Carrier, " Large Sculptural Relief in Mahogany with Male Figure, Art Deco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large and impressive, carved in a naive-sophisticated way that suggests folk art as well as WPA
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Mahogany
$2,925 Sale Price
25% Off
1930s Pale Blue Art Deco Vase with Pan and Nymph Relief, Beswick
By Beswick
Located in Glasgow, GB
An elegant ceramic vase by Beswick, handcrafted in England during the 1930s—a period when Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$382 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Vintage Relief Charger, Belgian, Hand Beaten Copper, Harvest Tray, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage relief charger. A Belgian, hand beaten copper decorative harvest tray
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Copper
Art Deco Luminax Vase in Frosted Opaline Glass Stylized Flower Relief France
Located in Verviers, BE
decoration of stylized leaves and flowers in relief.
In molded or blown pressed glass, discover industrial
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass
"Harp and Guitar, " Fabulous Cubist-Art Deco Bas Relief Plaques, Terra Cotta
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the blending of Art Deco and Cubism that took place in the decorative arts of the 1930s.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Scandinavian Relief Vase w. Knight in Bronze, Art Deco Revival - Medieval Style
Located in Esbjerg, DK
/cast in relief. It is a rather heavy piece made in Denmark during the 1950s or early 60s
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
"Capricorn", Rare, High Style Art Deco Bronze Bas Relief by Paul Manship
By Paul Manship
Located in Philadelphia, PA
creating high style Art Deco works in the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. Here, Manship fancifully presents the sea
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
"Blessing the Fishing Industry, " Art Deco Bas Relief Bronze Sculpture with Nude
By Walker Kirtland Hancock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, surrounded by fishermen, fishing boats and other evidence of the industry, this rare bas relief rondel
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Old Panel in High Relief, Representing a Head of a Roman Emperor
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Old panel in high relief, representing a head of a Roman emperor,
has been restored, patina to be
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Plaster
Handheld Mirror Hagenauer Austrian Brass circa late 1920s Relief Handle Art Deco
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
- polished metal - relief handle - Jugendstil - Art Deco - Art Nouveau
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Plaster Relief of a Woman with a Greyhound Dept Store Installation
By Louis Icart
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular and a rare piece from the art Deco period. Fabulous relief of a scantily clad glamorous
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Steel
1 of the 275 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, circa 1920
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 275 handmade antique tiles in rich yellow and green glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, ...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
"Gemini", Rare, High Style Art Deco Bronze Bas Relief by Paul Manship
By Paul Manship
Located in Philadelphia, PA
important sculptor creating high style Art Deco works in the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s and is signed and dated
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Bronze
"Virgo, " Rare, High Style Art Deco Bronze Bas Relief by Paul Manship
By Paul Manship
Located in Philadelphia, PA
most important American sculptor creating high style Art Deco works in the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. The
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
1 of the 30 Glazed Ceramic Art Deco Tiles by Gilliot, circa 1930s
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
This is an amazing set of 30 original Art Deco handmade tiles. A beautiful relief and color. With a
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Art Deco Patinated Copper Pendant Chandelier, Eagle Relief and Etched Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
pendant more than made our day.
This rare and striking Art Deco pendant chandelier is a masterful example
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Cast Iron Art Deco Wall Relief „Unsere Arbeit“ by Heinrich Moshage 1929 Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing and highly decorative wall relief by Heinrich Moshage (1896-1968), 1929. Cast by the
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Art Deco Wall Relief „Unsere Arbeit“ by Heinrich Moshage 1929 Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing and highly decorative wall relief by Heinrich Moshage (1896-1968), 1929. Cast by the
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
"Young Man in Profile", Unique Art Deco Bronze Relief Sculpture of Male Youth
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully modeled, cast and patinated, this bronze rondel features the head in profile of a young man with hair falling over his forehead, a strong nose, and sensitive mouth, proba...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$1,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Cubist Four-Globe Frosted Relief Glass Chandelier in Silvered Bronze
Located in New York, NY
This elegant high style Art Deco chandelier was realized in France, circa 1930. It features one
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver, Bronze
"Deer in the Shade, " Highly Rare Art Deco Mirror with Sculptural Relief
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning and very rare, this high style Art Deco mirror features a pair of deer under a spreading
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
1 of the 60 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 60 handmade tiles in rich brown and yellow glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium.
These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed or...
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1 of the 30 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. One tile is divided in four squares, two brown and two relief green
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Delightful, Peach Color Art Deco Pendant / Flush Mount, Relief in Frosted Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
Very stylish and rare 1920s Art Deco pendant light with a beautiful color.
Both with the light
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Revival Large Light Blue Off-White Vase, Relief of Leaves, 1980s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Large vase in semi-matte light blue and off-white glaze in Art Deco Revival style was made in
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
1 of the 275 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, circa 1920 (Copy)
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 275 handmade antique tiles in rich yellow and green glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, ...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
"Deer in the Tropics, " Large, Rare Art Deco Bowl with High Relief, Boulton
By Crown Devon Fieldings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
in the 1920s and 1930s, it moved into Art Deco design. This example of stylized bas relief design is
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Clay
$880 Sale Price
20% Off
1 of the 45 Green Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Deutsche Steingutfabrik, 1960s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Handmade tiles in a beautiful green glazed color. Manufactured around 1920 by Nord Deutsche Steingutfabrik, Germany.
These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed or inco...
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Gorgeous Art Deco Scone with Relief Frosted Glass In The Manner Of Degue
By Degué
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Art Deco sconce is in the manner of Degue. It features two panels of relief
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
1 of the 67 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 67 handmade antique tiles in rich brown and blue creme glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easel...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1 of the 40 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 40 handmade tiles in rich yellow, green and brown glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium.
These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, fr...
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1 of the 30 Unique Antique Relief Tiles Art Deco Pattern, Le Claive, circa 1920
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 30 pcs. Exceptional antique wall tiles with nice Art Deco Pattern, Le Claive, circa 1920
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Zicu, Sweden. Two Art Deco Dishes/Bowls in Patinated Metal with Faces in Relief
Located in København, Copenhagen
Zicu, Sweden. Two Art Deco dishes / bowls in patinated metal with faces in relief.
Mid-20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Metal
Danish Tinos Art Deco Bronze Dish with Relief - H. C. Andersen Denmark 1940-50
By Tinos
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco patinated bronze dish made in Denmark 1940-50.
The dish has in the center a relief
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Bronze
1 of the 40 Art Deco Glased Relief Tiles by Gilliot Frères, Hemiksem, circa 1920
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 40 amazing set handmade tiles in rich brown green and bright blue colors. Each tile is divided into four faces. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Frères, Hemiksem, Belgium...
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1920
s Art DecoFrosted Art Glass Female Nude Relief Accent Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1920's Art Deco Frosted Art Glass Female Nude Figural Relief on Lamp. Rare find.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
$800 Sale Price
20% Off
Verlys French Art Glass “Mandarin” Vase Frosted
Clear Relief Design circa 1930
By Verlys Glass
Located in Plainview, NY
Verlys French Art Glass “Mandarin” Vase — Frosted and Clear Relief Design, circa 1930s
This
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Spanish Art Nouveau Richard Wagner Bas Relief Stucco Wall Decoration
By Esteva Figueras y Sesd Hoyos
Located in Barcelona, ES
Richard Wagner Bas Relief Wall Decoration, Stucco, Spain, 1930s-1940s.
Art Nouveau bas relief
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Stucco, Gesso
Early 1900s Marked Art Deco Period Bronze Relief Wall Plaque Depicting the Pieta
Located in Lisse, NL
religious work of art then it could be flying your way soon. Mind you, perfect packing and worldwide
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Wall Scones
Located in Munich, Bavaria
bronze structure is a satin glass which has also an Art Deco patterns in the relief.
Category
1990s English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$2,705 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Brown and Yellow Art Nouveau Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 192
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
Handmade relief tiles in warm brown and yellow glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Relief with 3 dog
s heads
Located in
S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Wall plate in relief with 3 dog's heads. Three different dog breeds, three different hunting dogs
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Other
Stunning Art Deco 4 door Wardrobe (flatpack)
Located in Barnstaple, GB
Here we have a truly exceptional example of an Art Deco 4 door wardrobe in breathtaking Bubinga
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Bubinga
A Luxurious Art Nouveau Crystal Amethyst Bowl with Gold Relief Band from Moser
By Moser Glassworks
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Luxurious Art Nouveau Crystal Amethyst Bowl with Gold Relief Band from Moser.
A beautiful
Category
Vintage 1910s Czech Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
Art Nouveau Ipsen Stoneware Vase with Relief Bird and Oak Leaves, Model 13/50
By P. Ipsens Enke
Located in Stockholm, SE
An exceptional Art Nouveau stoneware vase by Danish ceramic maker Ipsen, model number 13/50. This
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Octave LARRIEU French Art Deco Squirrel Bookends Pair 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Ceramic Squirrel Bookends by Octave Larrieu, France, 1920s
These charming French
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Ochre Glazed Relief Tiles, circa 1920
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful handmade tiles in rich ochre and lightblue glazed colors with beautiful circular designs. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. One tile set is divided in...
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
$4,627 / set
Art Deco Stylish French Marble Clock, c1930
Located in Devon, England
stylised numerals in black against a gold gilt background. Art Deco panels in relief sit either side as
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Marble, Brass
Fireback Adorned with an Egyptian-Inspired Low-Relief
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The design of this modern fireplace plaque draws inspiration from the art of ancient Egypt.
On the
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20th Century French Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Diana the Huntress
By Carl Milles
Located in Täby, SE
An Art Deco bronze relief in the style Swedish Graze by an unknown artist inspired by Carl Milles
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$2,847
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage White Pearl Flower Relief Rectangle Openwork Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wokingham, England
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage 1980s Baroque Geometric White Beaded Pearls Flower Relief Rectangle Square
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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Art Deco Relief For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco relief you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and ceramic, every art deco relief was constructed with great care. Find 490 options for an antique or vintage art deco relief now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an art deco relief — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco relief made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one art deco relief that is appealing in its simplicity, but René Lalique, Gilliot and OTHR produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Art Deco Relief?
Prices for an art deco relief start at $1 and top out at $500,000 with the average selling for $2,713.
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 Relief
- What is a relief in art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A relief, in art, is a sculptural form where sculpted patterns or images remain attached to a solid background. Reliefs give the illusion that the image was raised out of the background plane.
- 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.
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