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Plaster Sculpture Relief Art Deco Plaque WPA Artist Family w Baby Mother, Father
By George Aarons
Located in Surfside, FL
foundry worker, as well as a large relief (1938) for the South Boston Housing Project and façade of the
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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

Folies Bergère, Art Deco Style Silver Relief in Resin, after Maurice Picaud
By Maurice Picaud
Located in Ulm, DE
. The Art Deco style reliefs in raisin we offer here are made by a French art studio. The details
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

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Resin

Folies Bergère, Art Deco Style Golden Relief in Resin, after Maurice Picaud
By Maurice Picaud
Located in Ulm, DE
. The Art Deco style reliefs in raisin we offer here are made by a French art studio. The details
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Resin

Folies Bergère Art Deco Style Golden Relief in Resin After Maurice Picaud
By Maurice Picaud
Located in Ulm, DE
. The Art Deco style reliefs in raisin we offer here are made by a French art studio. The details
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Resin

Plaque Folies Bergère after Maurice Picaud Art Deco Style Golden Relief in Resin
By Maurice Picaud
Located in Ulm, DE
Art Deco style relief in raisin we offer here are made by a French art studio. The details, especially
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

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Resin

Framed Art Deco Resin Relief La Danse After Maurice Picaud and Folies Bergère
By Maurice Picaud
Located in Ulm, DE
essence of the Art Deco style that adorns the Parisian theater. This artistic relief depicts the famous
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

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Resin

Plaque Folies Bergère after Maurice Picaud Art Deco Style Silver Relief in Resin
By Maurice Picaud
Located in Ulm, DE
. The Art Deco style reliefs in raisin we offer here are made by a French art studio. The details
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Resin

Art Deco Folies Bergère Relief La Danse After Maurice Picaud in Shadow Gap Frame
By Maurice Picaud
Located in Ulm, DE
essence of the Art Deco style that adorns the Parisian theater. This artistic relief depicts the famous
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

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Resin

Peach Art Deco Carved Relief Floral Chinoiserie Folding Screen, circa 1920
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisitely beautiful Art Deco chinoiserie wood folding screen with deep floral reliefs, circa 1920
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20th Century Chinoiserie Paintings and Screens

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Wood, Lacquer

Art Deco Wall Relief with Silver Leaf
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco wall relief with silver leaf signed Loti 1935, mounted on black glass with a black frame.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

Colonial Art Deco Copper Sculpture Relief Picture
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Original South African Art Deco Picture/Sculpture in hand hammered Copper. Patinated by the Artist
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Vintage 1930s South African Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Copper

French Art Deco Chrome Full Bed with Reliefs
Located in Miami, FL
French Art Deco chrome bed with reliefs depicting a Goddess and lions with ornamental decorations.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

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Metal

French Art Deco High Relief Art Glass Lantern, Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A beautiful Art Deco lantern or chandelier with large high relief art glass shade and old brass
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco High Relief Art Glass Lantern, Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A beautiful Art Deco lantern or pendant with large high relief amber glass shade and brass mounts
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns

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Brass

Exquisite Art Deco Gilt Bronze Frosted Relief Glass Chandelier
By Degué
Located in New York, NY
This impressive Art Deco chandelier consists of a gilt bronze frame and frosted glass geometrically
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20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

"Merman, " Very Fine Art Deco Bas Relief Sculpture in Sandstone
Located in Philadelphia, PA
energy, executed in low relief in very fine-grained sandstone, is a very fine example of Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Stone

Magnificent Art Deco Bronze and Relief Frosted Glass Chandelier
By Degué
Located in New York, NY
sinuous Art Nouveau era as well. The relief frosted glass features stylized Art Deco geometric detailing
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

"The Whisperer, " Striking Art Deco Nude Black Male Sculptural Relief
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Black male figure, whispering into the ear of an unseen companion, once graced the lobby of an Art Deco
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

Albert Binquet - Silvered French Art Deco Plaster Plaques Sculpture Cubist, pair
By Albert Binquet
Located in New York, NY
Albert Binquet (French, 1879-1959), A pair of silvered high relief Art Deco plaster plaques, c
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1930s Art Deco Still-life Sculptures

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Plaster

Pair of Art Deco Bronze Architectural Relief Sculptures of Saints
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of Art Deco architectural relief sculptures in bronze, produced circa 1930s, depicting
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Art Deco Wooden Relief Sculpture of Poseidon Riding a Hippocampus
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Large Art Deco Wooden Relief Sculpture of Poseidon Riding a Hippocampus. In the Iliad, Homer
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

"Justice, " Full-Size Art Deco Plaster Maquette for Sculptural Relief
By Tylden Street
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1940s, in the last heyday of Art Deco, this sculpture is a rare find. This piece comes from the
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sculptures

Art Deco-Style Plaster Relief Sculpture PEACE - George Manuel Aarons
By George Aarons
Located in Morristown, NJ
A plaster relief sculpture by Russian American artist George Aarons (1896-1980). This sculpture by
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

"Adam and Eve, " Bas Relief Marble Sculpture, Art Deco with Folk Art Influence
By Warren Dewitt Cheney
Located in Philadelphia, PA
some of the characteristics of stylized Art Deco sculpture, but it also shows the influence of American
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Marble

"Undersea Frieze, " Remarkable Set of Bronze Art Deco Bas Relief Panels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This set of eight bronze Art Deco bas reliefs six frieze elements and two corner pieces originally
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

"Jack and Queen of Hearts, " Pair of Bas Reliefs, Art Deco
By Waylande Gregory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic and beautiful examples of Art Deco sculpture, signed by Waylande Gregory, one of America's
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Clay

Fausta Mengarini, Medusa, Art Deco Bronze Bas-Relief Medallion, circa 1926
By Fausta Vittoria Mengarini
Located in New York, NY
Vittoria Mengarini. This impressive monumental sculptural work of art had embellished one of the Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

"Eagle Owl, " Art Deco Bas Relief Sculpture by WPA Artist, 1933
By Don Griffith
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully conceived and carved, this evocative and dignified bas relief sculptural panel of an
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Art Deco Brass and Enamel Box W/ Naturalist Imagery in Relief Cloisonne
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely detailed and beautifully achieved Art Deco Brass and Enamel Box W/ Naturalist
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Large Art Deco-Egyptian Revival Bronze Relief Sculpture for Bank Building, Paris
Located in Philadelphia, PA
dimensions. At the center of the cartouche is a pharaonic figure, surmounted by an abstracted Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

"On the Beach, " Rare Art Deco Sculptural Reliefs with Bolshoi Greyhound, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These elegant and high-style Art Deco panels, extremely rare, depict two tall, slender, impossibly
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

Michael Andersen Bas-Reliëf Galop Art Deco Pottery Centerpiece Denmark 1930s
By Michael Andersen Son
Located in Tilburg, NL
Michael Andersen Bas-Reliëf 'Galop' Art Deco Pottery Centerpiece, Ronne, Denmark, 1930s. This is a
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Pottery

French Art Deco Cubist Relief Frosted Glass Chandelier with Brass Fittings
By Degué
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Deco pattern relief frosted glass chandelier with brass fittings. An intricately
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Art Deco Italian Bas-Relief Sculpture in Precious White Marble of Carrara
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
. Face of the virgin Mary. The bas-relief is embedded in a poplar wood plank. Work of the Art Deco period.  
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Pair of French Cast Metal Reliefs / Plaques of Hunting Dogs, circa 1910
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Pair of framed cast iron reliefs / plaques depicting hunting dogs in outside landscape, circa 1910
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Art

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Metal

Heinrich Moshage, Zur Arbeit (To Work) Art Deco Forged Iron Wall Relief
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Heinrich Moshage, 'Zur Arbeit' (To Work) Art Deco Forged Iron Wall Relief 'Zur Arbeit' (To Work
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20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Curt Schlevogt Sensual Art Deco Czech Molded Nude Relief Glass Vase or Vessel
By Curt Schlevogt
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous glass Art Deco vase from 1934 is called "Ingrid". It was produced in shades of
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Glass

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Glass

Art Deco-Style Plaster Relief Sculpture In Wood Panel - George Manuel Aarons
Located in Morristown, NJ
A plaster relief sculpture by Russian American artist George Aarons (1896-1980) depicts Moses with
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

Framed Art Deco, En Bas Relief, Bronze Patinated Horse Sculpture, circa 1930
Located in Beirut, LB
keen artistic eye, this piece embodies the essence of the Art Deco era, making it a true treasure for
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Wood

"Sagittarius, " Rare, High Style Art Deco Bronze Bas Relief by Paul Manship
By Paul Manship
Located in Philadelphia, PA
doubt the most important American sculptor creating high style Art Deco works in the 1920s, 1930s and
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Set of Three Art Deco Frosted Relief Glass Sconces with Silvered Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This stunning set of three Art Deco sconces were realized in the United States circa 1930. They
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Early 1900 Art Deco Religious Bronze Wall Plaque in Relief Suffering of Christ
Located in Lisse, NL
exactly what artists are born to do. Creating art that stirs your soul. Maximum height x width x depth
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Vintage 1910s Belgian Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Deco Copper Wall Relief, The Hunt circa 1920s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3627 hand hammered copper relief of mythical figure with bow and arrow. Set in a vintage wood
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Vintage 1920s Architectural Elements

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Copper

French Art Deco Frosted Relief Glass Ceiling Light Fixture with Nickel Fitting
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely Art Deco ceiling light fixture / flush mount nickel base fitted with a high relief glass
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Flush Mount

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Nickel

Large Art Deco Brass Frosted High Relief Glass Two-Light Flush Mount
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Art Deco burnished brass two-light flush mount with large frosted high relief dome glass shade
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large French Art Deco Brass Frosted High-Relief Glass Five-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Art Deco burnished brass five-light chandelier with large frosted high-relief dome glass shade
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Art Deco Cubist Silvered Bronze and Frosted Relief Glass Vanity Light
Located in New York, NY
ironically Art Deco motifs presented in relief on frosted glass. These motifs include stylized geometric
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

1920´s, Art Deco Glass Aquarium Vase with Relief Moulded Fish, Probably Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in Copenhagen, DK
with high relief gilt decorated fish - the eyes are left clear - swimming amongst weeds, with
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Art Deco-Style Plaster Relief Sculpture Psalm 85:10-11 - George Manuel Aarons
Located in Morristown, NJ
A plaster relief sculpture by Russian American artist George Aarons (1896-1980). This sculpture by
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

"Centaur with Bow, " Highly Rare Art Deco Dish with Bas Relief by Williams
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This dish or ashtray, perhaps unique, is a classic example of Art Deco design, and features a
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Ashtrays

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Porcelain

"Knight on Horseback with Lion, " Rare Art Deco Box w/ Relief Sculpture, England
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Exceedingly rare and very finely made, this Art Deco hinged box is topped with a lid in ivory-hued
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Bakelite

Art Deco Machine Age Black Bakelite Box with a Bas Relief Pegasus Center
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco box was created in the United States, circa 1935. Made of Bakelite, the
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Boxes

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Bakelite

Art Deco Pair of Aluminum on Wood Wall Relief Plaques Sculptures Nude and Dog
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a wonderful pair of wall relief sculptures or plaques, depicting nude
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Arne Bang Art Deco Lidded Jar "No. 7" Nautical Life Relief Decor, Denmark, 1930s
By Arne Bang
Located in Odense, DK
. Decorated lidded jar with motifs from nautical life in relief decoration. The vessel is glazed with a
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Moser Söhne Carlsbad Amber Glass Vase on Metal Foot, Relief-Cut Panel
By Moser
Located in Verviers, BE
An Art Deco period etched amber glass vase by Leo Moser. The flaring rim above a relief-cut panel
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Centerpieces

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Brass

Art Deco Ceramic Vase with Geometric Spirals in Relief By Joseph Mougin Nancy
By Joseph Mougin
Located in New York, NY
coiled bands composing the mouth and base of the vase, this Art Deco piece utilizes a repeating motif of
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco 14 Karat White Gold Deep Relief Carved Floral Wedding Band October 1926
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a genuine Art Deco white gold wedding band. This beautiful vintage band is an
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

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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

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
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    In 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.