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Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Textured Vivid Swirl Wavy Maple Leaf Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Textured Vivid Swirl Wavy Maple Leaf Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive White Pearl Crystals Swirl Nest Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Swirl Nest Openwork Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone
Very excellent condition. Very rare to find. 100% Genuine
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Swirl Oval Crystal Button Omega Snake Mesh Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Swirl Oval Crystals Pendant Button Omega Snake Mesh Choker
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearl Triple Layer Swirl Braid Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearl Triple Layer Swirl Braid Clip Earrings, Gold Plated
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Red Round Cabochon Double Swirl Gold Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Red Round Cabochon Double Swirl Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very good
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Wave Swirl Leaf Feather Branch Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Wave Swirl Leaf Feather Branch Brooch, Gold Tone
Very good
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Large Floral Trio Circle Swirl Twist Rope Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Large Textured Floral Trio Circle Swirl Twist Double Rope Openwork Chunky
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Textured Vivid Swirl Wavy Maple Leaf Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Textured Vivid Swirl Wavy Maple Leaf Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s 6 Strands Openwork Shell Swirl Dome Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s 6 Six Strands Openwork Shell Swirl Dome Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Large Floral Trio Circle Swirl Twist Rope Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Large Textured Floral Trio Circle Swirl Twist Double Rope Openwork Chunky
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Swirl Oval Crystal Button Omega Snake Mesh Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Swirl Oval Crystals Pendant Button Omega Snake Mesh Choker
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Red Cabochon Double Swirl Twist Rope Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Red Round Circle Cabochon Double Swirl Twist Rope Openwork Chunky
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round Pearl Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round White Pearl Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Large Textured Curled Leaf Wavy Swirl Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Large Textured Curled Leaf Wavy Swirl Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive White Pearl Crystals Swirl Nest Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Green Crystals Swirl Nest Openwork Chunky Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone
Very excellent condition
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1962 Swirl Circle Balls Charms Linked Gold Long Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage 1962 Swirl Twist Circle Round Balls Charms Pendant Linked Modernist
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Bimini Swirl Cordial Glasses, Austria Set of Four, the 1920s-30s
By Bimini Glass
Located in Downingtown, PA
Bimini Swirl Cordial Glasses,
Austria
Set of Four,
The 1920s-30s
The four Bimini glasses
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Glass
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Extra Large Openwork Swirl Twist Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine.
Safety-catch pin closure, signed GROSSE 1959 on the back.
Size: 5.6 cm x 5.1 cm.
Weight: 28 g...
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold
Estate Platinum 22.45ctw Cabochon Jade
Marquise Diamond Dual Swirl Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
a large, cabochon jade stone prong set at the center of the unique dual swirl design. The jade is
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
René Lalique Dauphins Bowl Blue Opalescent Glass with Swirling Dolphins
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Dauphins, an Art Deco glass bowl. Opalescent and clear glass, decorated over with reverse raised
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
1960s Vintage Opalescent Swirl Glass Bullet Ceiling Light Globe with Fitter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage art deco vaseline opalescent teardrop swirl glass bullet shade. Heavy glass with a
Category
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass
Crown Trifari 1950s Swirl Wavy Vine Leaf Flower White Pearls Openwork Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Swirl Wavy Twist Vine Leaf Flower White Pearls Openwork Elegant Brooch, Gold
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s White Oval Round Pearls Swirl Flower Openwork Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s White Oval Round Pearls Swirl Flower Openwork Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Brush Leaf Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Brush Leaf Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Swirl Wavy Vine Leaf Flower White Pearls Openwork Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Swirl Wavy Twist Vine Leaf Flower White Pearls Openwork Elegant Brooch, Gold
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s White Pearl Crystal Bouquet Flower Swirl Leaf Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s White Pearls Crystals Bouquet Flower Dandelion Swirl Leaf Openwork Clip
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s White Oval Round Pearls Swirl Flower Openwork Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s White Oval Round Pearls Swirl Flower Openwork Clip Elegant Earrings, Gold Tone
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Brush Leaf Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Brush Leaf Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Brush Leaf Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Brush Leaf Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Brush Leaf Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Brush Leaf Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Wavy Swirl Flower White Pearl Gold Crystals Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition and very new. 100% Genuine.
A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch.
Safety-catch pin closure.
Size: 4.0 cm x 4.0 cm.
Weight: 17.0 g.
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Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round Pearl Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% genuine.
A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch.
Safety-catch pin closure.
Size: 5.0 cm x 4.0 cm.
Weight: 17.0 g.
_ _ _
Great for ev...
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Red Round Pearl Double Swirl Gold Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Vintage and rare to find.
Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable.
A very beautiful pair of clip on earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back.
Size...
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round Pearl Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% genuine.
A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch.
Safety-catch pin closure.
Size: 5.0 cm x 4.0 cm.
Weight: 17.0 g.
_ _ _
Great for ev...
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Textured Vivid Trio Three Swirl Leaf Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
A unique piece. This gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, signed Grosse on the back.
Size: 4.7 cm x 4.0 cm.
Weight: 9.0 g.
_ ...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Daisy Swirl Leaf Pearl Flower Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Very light scratches, some colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine.
A unique piece. This gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, signed...
Category
Vintage 1960s European Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Curled Swirl Rope Modernist Leaf Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine.
Light colour loss since over almost 60 years. Some spots at back.
A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, ...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive White Pearl Crystals Swirl Nest Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Very rare.
Signed on the back Yves Saint Laurent, Made in France.
Size: approx. 4.5* 4.5 cm.
Weight: Approx. 39 g.
_ _ _
Great for everyday wear. Come ...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s White Pearl Crystal Bouquet Flower Swirl Leaf Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Vintage White Pearls Crystals Bouquet Flower Dandelion Swirl Leaf Openwork
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Platinum GIA 1.07ct G VVS2 Round Diamond Baguette Swirl Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-dropping, GIA certified, round brilliant cut diamond claw prong set at the center of a swirling ballerina
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Large Flower Bloom Firework Circle Swirl Gold Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Very light scratches. Some light colour loss at back. 100% Genuine.
A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back.
Size: 5.0*5.0 cm.
Weight: 16 g/each.
Crown T...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large 3D Swirl Glow Round Wing Dome Chunky Clip Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large 3D Swirl Glow Round Wing Dome Chunky Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Swirl Twist Gold Clip On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Swirl Twist Clip On Earrings Gold Plated
Very
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Swirl Twist Gold Clip On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Swirl Twist Clip On Earrings Gold Plated
Very
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Knot Rope Glow Mesh Swirl Twist Dome Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Knot Rope Glow Mesh Swirl Twist Dome Round Chunky Brooch, Gold
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Knot Rope Glow Mesh Swirl Twist Dome Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Knot Rope Glow Mesh Swirl Twist Dome Round Chunky Brooch, Gold
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large 3D Swirl Glow Round Wing Dome Chunky Clip Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large 3D Swirl Glow Round Wing Dome Chunky Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vivid Texture Trio Leaf Wavy Swirl Twist Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vivid Texture Trio Leaf Wavy Swirl Twist Brooch, Gold Plated
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vivid Texture Trio Leaf Wavy Swirl Twist Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vivid Texture Trio Leaf Wavy Swirl Twist Brooch, Gold Plated
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Trio Vivid Swirl Leaf Wavy Twist Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Unisex Three Trio Vivid Swirl Leaf Wavy Twist Brooch, Gold
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Vivid Trio Swirl Wavy Twist Leaf Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Vivid Trio Swirl Wavy Twist Leaf Brooch, Gold Plated
Very good
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Vivid Trio Swirl Wavy Twist Leaf Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Vivid Trio Swirl Wavy Twist Leaf Brooch, Gold Plated
Very good
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cluster Swirl Flowers Statement Gold Ring, Size 7
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Unisex Arty Cluster Swirl Flowers Statement Chunky Ring, Size 7
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Fashion Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Glitter Cluster Swirl Flowers Cocktail Ring, Size 7
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Vintage Gold Glitter Cluster Swirl Flowers Cocktail Statement Chunky
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Base Metal
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cluster Swirl Flowers Statement Gold Ring, Size 7
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Unisex Arty Cluster Swirl Flowers Elegant Modernist Cocktail
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Fashion Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Knot Twist Swirl Matte Glow Clip On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back.
Size: 3.0*2.1 cm.
Weight: 11.0 g/each.
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Great for everyday wear....
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
1920s Art Deco Silk Lace Dress
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic art deco ziggarats, dots and swirls create a wonderful border on this easy to wear lace
Category
Early 20th Century French Day Dresses
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Art Deco Swirl For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact art deco swirl you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, gold plate and platinum, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 365 antique edition and 40 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an art deco swirl from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating an art deco swirl has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Christian Dior, Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior and Alfred Philippe for Trifari are consistently popular. While most can agree that any art deco swirl from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 79 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an art deco swirl, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Art Deco Swirl?
The price for an art deco swirl starts at $1 and tops out at $193,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $2,005.
A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was 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.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Questions About Art Deco Swirl
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- 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, 2024The 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 13, 2023To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To 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.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, 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.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The 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.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art 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.
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