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Luxurious early 20th century footed Art Deco tiled gilt brass decorative box
Located in Leesburg, VA
Luxurious early 20th century footed Art Deco tiled gilt brass decorative box
Possibly by A. B
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
"Modern Dancer, " Very Fine, Unique Art Deco Tile by Simonaky
By S.S. Simonaky
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fascinating piece of art history and a late example of Grand Tour art patronage, this superb
Category
Vintage 1930s Greek Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
3 Original Art Deco Tiles by Gilliot Hemiksen, circa 1930
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
This is an amazing set of 3 Art Deco handmade tiles. A beautiful relief and color. With a stylish
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
"Wolf and Sheep, " Unique, Whimsical Art Deco Tile by I.C.S., Possibly Gambone
By ICS
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Entitled "Lupus et Ovis," Latin for "Wolf and Sheep," this brilliant tile depicts a rather ravenous
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
"Herald of Peace, " Unique Art Deco Tile with Fox and Chickens by ICS, Italy
By ICS
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and glazed by an artist with humor and perhaps a bit of irony, this charming tile was made
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
20 Art Deco Relief Tiles by Gilliot , 1930
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
Sunning Art Deco tile panel from the superb firm, Gilliot, Heminksen, circa 1930, This quantity
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Architectural Elements
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
Art Deco wall tile cast after Frank LLoyd Wright, Hydracal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for more strength .and finished in an Antique White painted finish from one of the original tiles
Category
1990s American Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Cast Stone
Day for Night, Pastel Tones Sunset, Art Deco Pattern Tiles, Orange, Turquoise
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
shapes and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Art Deco shapes of the
Category
2010s Art Deco Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
Green and Purple Flooring Tile, Pink Tones Geometric Pattern, Art Deco Pastel
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
shapes and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Art Deco shapes of the
Category
2010s Art Deco Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
Disco Dice, Tiles Pattern Diptych, Art Deco Pastel Tones in Mauve, Gray
Green
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
shapes and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Art Deco shapes of the
Category
2010s Art Deco Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
Kaleidoscope Quilt I, Art Deco Geometric Pattern, Red, Turquoise and Green Tiles
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
shapes and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Art Deco shapes of the
Category
2010s Op Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
Art Deco Wall Tile Cast after Frank Lloyd Wright, Hydrocal, Painted Bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The great wall panels from the design after Fran Lloyd Wright, s Enius House in Pasadena. Custom made from an original piece long ago. Found in storage long ago. Several others avail...
Category
1990s North American Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Composition
Pastel Tiles Combo Grid, Triangle Tiles Pattern Diptych, Pink and Green Bauhaus
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
shapes and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Art Deco shapes of the
Category
2010s Art Deco Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
California Tile Wrought Iron Table
Located in Riverdale, NY
Decorative and charming California Tile Wrought Iron Table from the 1940's in tones of burnt orange
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Art Deco French Ceramic Tiled Table
Located in London, GB
French Table with tiled top depicting the signs of the zodiac, with white lacquered metal legs.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Ceramic
Four Art Deco Ceramic Wall Tiles Hand Painted Polychrome, German 1920s
By Actiengesellschaft Wessel-Werk A.G.
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very decorative set of four ceramic wall tiles, dating to the Art Deco period, Circa
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Parcel Gilt Art Deco Style Mosaic Mirror Tile Wall Panel
Located in Lomita, CA
An unusual parcel gilt mirrored mosaic tile wall panel is amazing. It is vintage and art deco style
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Cut Glass
White Tile Shape and Small Green Oval Art Deco 2407E Earrings
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
consist of white tile shape and small green oval-shaped beads. They are new old stock vintage German glass
Category
2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass
Deco Plastic Tile Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco clutch composed of plastic tiles in navy and white checkerboard. Tiles are woven onto
Category
1930s American Clutches
Hand-Painted Porcelain Oval Tile Art Deco Serving Tray Marked Underneath
Located in Lisse, NL
serving tray, made of one large oval tile, that is now a hundred years old, is in such a fine condition
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal
Four Art Deco Period Ceramic Wall Tiles Blue and White, Dutch, circa 1930
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Four glazed earthenware tiles from the Art-Deco period, probably made in the Netherlands, circa
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Earthenware
Early 20th Century Art Deco Oak and Majolica Glazed Tiles Coat Rack
Located in Lisse, NL
. The inlaid Majolica glazed tiles in relief have a beautiful color and cubist, Art Deco motives. The
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Oak
French Round Mirror Made of Antique Art Deco Pressed Tin Ceiling Tiles
Located in Pembroke, MA
A highly decorative French mirror made from Art Deco white-painted tin ceiling tiles. The overall
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Tin
Jacques Adnet, Art Deco Coffee Table in Lacquered Metal, Tray Composed of Tiles
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Jacques Adnet, Art Deco coffee table in lacquered metal, tray composed of tiles in enameled lava
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Lava, Metal
Rare Geometrical Design Art Deco Mint Tile Serving Tray 1920s with Makers Marks
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and rare Art Deco tray.
This rare Art Deco serving tray with the beautiful, geometrical
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Platters and Serveware
Materials
Porcelain
Art Deco Side Table with Jade Green Tiles by Danish Cabinetmaker, 1930-1940s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco side table/ tile top table manufactured by Danish cabinetmaker in the 1930s-1940s
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Cane, Wood, Ceramic
Rare Geometrical Design Art Deco Mint Tile Serving Tray 1920s with Makers Marks
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and large Art Deco tray.
This rare Art Deco serving tray with the beautiful
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Platters and Serveware
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century Oval Art Deco Single Tile Serving Tray with Geometrical Motif
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning Art Deco serving tray from the 1920s.
We find it amazing that a serving tray, made of one
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Chrome
Antique Art Nouveau Deco Green and Black Tile Wrought Iron Accent Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early 20th century antique Art Nouveau deco green and black tile wrought iron accent table, circa
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Small Art Deco Oval Porcelain Tile Serving Tray with Lovely Motif in Yellow 1927
Located in Lisse, NL
Early 20th century, amazing condition, small serving tray.
This rare size Art Deco serving tray
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Oval Porcelain Tile Serving Tray with Lovely Motif in Green and Black
Located in Lisse, NL
Early 20th century, excellent condition, small serving tray.
This rare size Art Deco serving tray
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal
Antique Dutch Art Deco Coat Rack with Delft Blue Tiles
Mirror Oak 1920 Hat
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Charming & practical! This Dutch Delft blue Art Deco coat rack / hat rack from the 1920s
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Oak, Mirror, Pottery, Ceramic
H. A. Kähler Art Deco Side Table of Dark Oak with Tiles by Jens Thirslund, 1930s
By Jens Thirslund, Herman A. Kahler Keramik
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Art Deco table circa 1930s crafted by a danish skilled carpenter.
The frame has angled turned legs
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
French Deco Cerused Oak Side Cocktail Table Black Ceramic Tile Top, 1940s, 1950s
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
French deco cerused oak side table with black ceramic tile top, 1940s, 1950s.
Versatile and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
Art Deco Hand-Painted Dragon Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Art Deco andirons with hand decorated tiles depicting fanciful dragons. Tiles are housed in
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Andirons
Materials
Brass
Iron Base Tile Top Table
By Catalina Pottery
Located in New York, NY
Wrought iron base, tile top table, plant or drink stand. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, iron
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mascaron Ceramic Gargoyle from Westside Manhattan Building
By American Encaustic Tiling Co.
Located in Sharon, CT
This gigantic wind blowing clown head, a large ceramic sculpture and an important example of a decorative genre particular to New York City in the 20's was recently salvaged from a M...
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Statues
Materials
Ceramic
Guido Andlovitz Tile ‘Table’ Gio Ponti Style
By Guido Andlovitz
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Guido Andlovitz (1900-1965) Tile set as the top surface of a small wrought iron table
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Ceramics
Tile Top Wrought Iron Base Table
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Occasional table, plant stand suitable for indoor or outdoor, garden use. The metal base is blue green in color, showing normal wear consistent with age.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Wrought Iron Cerule Table with Tile Top
Located in Hanover, MA
Art deco wrought iron from 1920's France with pink on white hand painted tiles.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Bronze Trivet with Longwy Ceramic Tile
By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French bronze trivet inset with a Longwy ceramic Persian style tile at the center. Vibrant hand
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Bronze
Gio Ponti Ceramic Tile for Richard Ginori, Italy, 1930s
By Gio Ponti, Richard Ginori
Located in Milan, IT
Gio Ponti ceramic tile "Il Viandante" for Richard Ginori, San Cristoforo.
A man holding an
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gio Ponti Ceramic Tiles “La Casa degli Efebi”, Italy 1980s
By (After) Gio Ponti, Ceramica Bardelli
Located in Milano, IT
A set of eight polychrome ceramic tiles from the series La Casa degli Efebi, designed by Gio Ponti
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Bernard Leach Rare Early Fish Glazed Tile Dated 1933
By Bernard Leach
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare glazed hand crafted studio pottery tile decorated with two fish by renowned English potter
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Tableau of 16 Green Glazed Relief Tiles Set by, Belgium
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Tableau of 16 handmade antique tiles in rich green and pink glazed colors. Manufactured around
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1930
s Gio Ponti Tile "The Astronomer" for Richard Ginori
By Richard Ginori
Located in Hanover, MA
Early Gio Ponti tile"The Astronomer" (2142 model, 718T pattern), a ceramic tile made by Richard
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Panel of 25 Authentic Handmade Jugendstil Relief Tiles, France, circa 1930
Located in Rijssen, NL
This is an amazing set of Art Jugenstil handmade tiles. A beautiful relief and color. With a
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Gio Ponti complete
Vendemmia
series tiles for Richard Ginori, Italy, 1930s
By Richard Ginori, Gio Ponti
Located in Milan, IT
Gio Ponti complete 'Vendemmia' series tiles for Richard Ginori, Italy, 1930s
The four stages of
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gio Ponti Tile or Ceramic for Richard Ginori, Title "Il Pifferaio"
By Richard Ginori, Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very well-known 1920s ceramic tile designed by Gio Ponti, marked in the back in the mold
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Bernard Leach Rare Early Running Deer Glazed Tile, circa 1930
By Bernard Leach
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare glazed hand crafted studio pottery tile decorated with a running deer by renowned English
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Panel of 16 Old French Hand Painted Tiles by Helman, 1930s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Amazing antique set of 19 French glazed tiles. A beautiful color, with different hand painted
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Walnut Tiles Decorated Cabinet with Crossed Legs by Paolo Buffa
Attr.
, 1930s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Beautiful bar cabinet attributed to Paolo Buffa and produced in the late 1930s.
Made of walnut and with two exceptionally decorated doors, this cabinet lays on two organically carve...
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Beech, Walnut
Pair of Early 20th Century Italian Mahogany and Tile Top Bedside Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
These elegant antique nightstands were created in Italy circa 1920. Built of mahogany in the art
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Ceramic, Mahogany
1 of the 150 Glazed Relief Tiles, S.A. Produits Ceramiques de la Dyle, 1930s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This is an amazing set of antique Art Nouveau handmade tiles in a rich blue color, made in Belgium
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Wrought iron and Tile Top Table att. to Addison Mizner c 1920
s
By Addison Mizner
Located in New York, NY
Charming wrought iron base, tile top occasional table, or plant stand, design attributed to
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Serving Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
2 Piece Nesting Drink Stand Tables with Wrought Iron Base and Tile Top
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Very chic set of two nesting stands having elegant wrought iron bases and glazed tile tops. The
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Cast Stone with Inset Ceramic Tile Outdoor Game Table with Cast Iron Base
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Cast stone with inset black & white tile creating a wonderful outdoor chess game table. 2.25 inches
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone, Iron
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Art Deco Tile For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal art deco tile for your home. Each art deco tile for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and wood. There are 199 variations of the antique or vintage art deco tile you’re looking for, while we also have 25 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer art deco tile, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each art deco tile bearing Art Deco, Art Nouveau or mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made art deco tile over the years, but those crafted by Gilliot, OTHR and Mambo Unlimited Ideas are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Art Deco Tile?
An art deco tile can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,035, while the lowest priced sells for $58 and the highest can go for as much as $167,619.
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 Tile
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 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.
- 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.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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