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Karl Hagenauer Austrian 1930s Art Deco Brass and Ebonized Wood Singing Sailor
By Karl Hagenauer
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1930's Austrian ebonized wood and brass singing sailor. The sailor has wood body and brass head
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by O. Wagner, Oak, Austria, 1910s
By Wiener Werkstätte, Otto Wagner
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This exceptional set of four Art Deco armchairs originates from Vienna, Austria, dating back to the
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Deco Living Room Sets

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Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Fabric, Lacquer

Austria / 1910 / side chair / Jacob Josef Kohn / wood, bentwood / Art Deco / A
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Austria / 1910 / side chair / Jacob & Josef Kohn / wood, bentwood / Art Deco / Art Nouveau
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Art Deco 3-cup Pendant Chandelier , Austrian 1930 s after Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist / Art Deco 3-cup Pendant Chandelier , Austrian 1930's after Paavo Tynell
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, Beech, Leatherette, Austria, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant pair of Art Deco armchairs comes from Austria from the 1930s. They are made of solid
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Wood, Lacquer, Leather, Beech

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Pagoda Night Stands Chests Hugo Gorge circa 1925 Austria
By Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair of nightstand or chests from walnut pagoda - like designed circa 1925 Austria
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Maple, Walnut, Spruce, Plywood

Art Deco Carl Kauba Automaton Bronze Nude with Mechanical Cape 1920’s Austria
By Carl Kauba
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Carl Kauba Automaton Bronze Nude with Mechanical Cape 1920’s Austria A captivating and
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Set of Three Art Deco Chandeliers By Gocar, Austria, 1910s, Restored
By Josef Gocar
Located in Praha, CZ
Very rare set of three chandeliers in Rondocubist manner used in iconic rondocubistic buildings by Josef Gocar in Prague. Brass refinished, items rewired. US wiring compatible. Two-...
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Wood Coffee Table Circle Josef Frank by Walter Sobotka Austria 1930s
By Walter Sobotka
Located in Vienna, AT
Art deco vintage tripod coffee table, which was designed by Walter Sobotka, Vienna 1930s. A
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Déco Austrian Ceramic Sculpture Aida by Josef Lorenzl for Goldscheider
By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna, Josef Lorenzl
Located in North Miami, FL
in x 18 in Date: early 20th century, circa 1925 Style: Art Déco, Art Nouveau Place of origin: Austria
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

Art Deco Vintage Beech Blue Velvet Pouf Stool Pair Duo circa 1930 Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair of poufs or stools circular shaped with stained beech feet 1930s Austria. An
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Stools

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Fabric, Beech

Art Deco Vintage Solid Brass Handles Towel Rails Towel Bar Pair Duo Austria 1930
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair duo handles or towel racks or towel rails from solid brass Austria 1930s. A
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Vintage Blue Velvet Beech Pouf Stool 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Austria. A stunning and joyful Art Deco pouf features new hand made electric blue velvet fabric cover and
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Stools

Materials

Fabric, Beech

20th Century Art Déco Brass Seated Greyhound Dog by Karl Hagenauer, Austria
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Karl Hagenauer
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th Century Art Déco polished brass seated greyhound dog figurine by Karl Hagenauer for
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Zinc, Copper, Brass

Beautiful Art Deco Bauhaus Style Flush Mount Milk Glass Austria 1960s
By Austroluxe
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful flush mount or sconce, made in Austria in the 1960s. The fixture requires one European
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Pedestal Table, Marble Patinated Hammered Nickeled Brass, Austria, 1910
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pedestal table made of marble and a hammered and nickeled brass stand, manufactured in Vienna circa 1910. Partly the nickel plating is no longer present and the brass underneath is...
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Deco Pedestals

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Marble, Brass, Nickel

Late Art Deco Bronze Table Lamp with Capiz Shell Shade, Austria 1950s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a marvelous late Art Deco table lamp. The lamp is made of bronze with
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Art Deco Wood, Iron and Caning Adjustable Stool by Thonet, Austria, 1930s
By Michael Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Signed elegant and sturdy four legged adjsutable stool by Thonet. The base structure is made of wooden legs inserted into a cast iron structure. The seat itself can be adjusted for h...
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Stools

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Iron

Austrian Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze Entitled "Shy Maiden" by Josef Adolph
By Joseph Adolph
Located in London, GB
A fabulous cold painted Art Deco bronze figure of a naked beauty in a revealing pose with very fine
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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

Art Deco Vintage Beech Pouf Stool Tabouret Josef Frank Fabric 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pouf or stool or ottoman with three beech wood feet designed and manufactured
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Beech

Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Pleated Lilac Table Lamp Bedside Lamp 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage table lamp or bedside lamp from bakelite in brown color in beautiful Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Fabric, Bakelite

Art Deco Cigarette container in Brass made in the 1920 s from Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
A unique brass cigarette container from the 1920's hand made in Austria. On top of the lid is a
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Vintage Circular Pouf Stool Ottoman Soft Pink Velvet 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage circular pouf, stool or ottoman new upholstered and covered with soft pink velvet
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Velvet

Art Deco Ash Wood and Brass Keys Austrian Dry Bar Credenzas Sideboard, 1920
Located in Roma, Lazio
Very special Austrian sideboards with a very rich and rigid taste. Note the patina of the briar
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Sideboards

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Brass

Art deco Table Lamp, Sing: Made in Austria "Keramos", 1920 in Ceramic
By Kéramos
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Table lamp Art deco Materia: Ceramic Style: Art Deco Country: Austria Keramos was a prominent
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Paul T. Frankl pair of side chairs curly walnut mohair velvet 1933
By Paul Frankl
Located in Paris, IDF
process and documentation are available upon request. Paul T. Frankl (1886-1958) was an Austrian Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Vintage Floor Lamp Table Brassed Metal Green Glass circa 1925 Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage floor lamp from brass plated metal with bright sea green or teal or turquoise
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Metal

Art Deco Vintage Oak Geometric Table Lamp Berries Lamp Shade, 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage table lamp from brown stained oak geometric like base and brass trim 1930s Austria
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Brass

Adolf Loos Anglo Austrian Bank-Variation, Flush Mount Art Deco, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Adolf Loos
Located in Vienna, AT
The Anglo-Austrian Bank, founded 1864 with british capital, was an austrian Bank in Vienna. In 1913
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2010s Austrian Art Deco Flush Mount

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Brass

Art Déco Silvered Metal Elephant with Bowl/Ashtray by Hagenauer Wien, Austria
By Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in North Miami, FL
20th century, circa 1930 Style: Art Déco, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau Place of origin: Austria This 1930s
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate

Art Deco Stepped Skyscraper Pendant Light in White Opaline Glass, Austria 1930s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a beautiful, small Stepped Skyscraper Art Deco pendant light. The
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Art Déco Persian Warrior Cold-Painted Bronze Sculpture by F. Bergmann, Austria
By Franz Bergmann, Nam Greb
Located in North Miami, FL
1920s Art Déco persian warrior cold-painted bronze sculpture by Franz Bergmann, Austria By: Franz
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

20th Century Black Art Deco Mirror With Gilt Bars, Lacquered, Austria ca. 1920
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Timeless designed 20th century Art Deco mirror from the period in Austria around 1920. The elegant
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Original Art Deco Austrian Mastercraft Empire Chandelier 2nd Historism 1920
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very decorative chandelier in the style of Empire from the historistic Art Deco Period circa 1920
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Austrian 1930 Vienna Art Deco Four Poker Ashtrays Set In .800 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
ashtrays, created in Vienna Austria during the art deco period, back in the 1930. Crafted at the
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ashtrays

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Vintage Beech Pouf Stool with Josef Frank Fabric, 1930s, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pouf or stool with beech wooden feet, which is reupholstered and covered with
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Beech

Art Deco Pair of Monkey Sculpture Table Lamps by Hagenauer, Austria 1920´s
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Karl Hagenauer
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Pair of Monkey Sculpture Table Lamps by Hagenauer, Austria 1920´s Art Deco Monkey ¨Affe
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Bronze

Art Deco Beech Brown Vintage Valet or Coat Rack by Thonet Austria, circa 1920
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
The elegant vintage beech valet or coat rack shows all features, what you are looking for. Two racks and one reling for your clothes and a parking space with wooden slats for your s...
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Beech

Josef Frank Art Deco Brass Leather Floor Lamp Haus Garten circa 1935 Austria
By Josef Frank, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Art deco vintage floor lamp from brass and leather attributed to Josef Frank for Haus & Garten
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

A unique 3-tier Art Deco Side or Center Table done in walnut burl, Austria 1920s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a uniquely shaped 3-tier Art Deco side table, which due it's height
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Art Deco Vintage Flush Mount Hoffmann Style Clear Glass Brass circa 1920 Austria
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Hoffmann style circa 1920 Austria. A beautiful Art Deco flush mount with 16 geometric and facetted clear
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Austrian Midcentury Brass Female Gymnast Figure / Sculpture - Hagenauer
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
circular brass base. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since
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Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Art Deco / Mid-Century Hagenauer Two Racing Horses Sculpture. Austria
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco / Mid-Century Hagenauer Two Racing Horses Sculpture. Austria. Stunning sculpture. This is
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Art Deco Bronze Figurine, Franz Hagenauer African Woman Austria, 1950s
By Franz Hagenauer
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Early 1950s Austrian Hagenauer Figurine A cute elegant early 1950s miniature figurine, crafted in
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Vintage Starry like Pouf Stool Tabouret Beech Blue Velvet 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage starry like or flower like upholstered pouf or stool with ocean blue velvet
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Beech

Art Deco Flush Mount or Large Sconce in Marble-Like Glass, Austria 19430s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find gorgeous Art Deco Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp in pail yellow-ish
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Huge Art Deco Swarovski Crystal Brass Chandelier, Austria, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large, glamorous Hollywood-Regency style nine-light flush mount or ceiling light, Austra, 1960s. Handcrafted of Swarovski crystals and brass forming a diamond shape, six fixed tier...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Art Deco Vintage Multicolored Fabric Stool or Pouf, Austria, 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage amazing curved stool or pouf consists of spruce base, beechwood feet and a renewed
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Beech, Spruce

Pair Brass Fixture Pendant Milk Glass Ball Art Deco Style Vintage, Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Add a touch of opulence to your home with this charming set of two chandeliers or light pendants! Perfect brass fixtures hold a big milk glass globe, to enhance any chic or eclectic ...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Thonet Vienna Art Deco Bentwood Clothing Valet / Dressing Stand, Austria, 1920s
By Michael Thonet, Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Art Deco gentleman’s valet or dressing stand from the 1920s, designed and crafted by
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood, Beech, Bentwood

Art Deco Yellow and Green Glass Vase in the style of Josef Hoffmann, Austria
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Austria, 1920s. This vase is made is glass, which is decorated with a secessionist style
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Half Doll Flapper Girl Powder Jar, Austrian, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very attractive and totally original 1930s Art deco ladies powder
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Art Deco Terra Cotta Sculpture by Keramos in Austria
By Kéramos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This very fine terra cotta sculpture was a high-end creation of the Keramos ceramic company in Vienna. Although the company produced its share of populist pieces, it also created ve...
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Art deco side tabale
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco side tabale with brass top.
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Large Art Deco Faceted Crystal Gilt Bronze 5-Light Flush Mount, Austria, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A beautiful, large Art Deco faceted crystal and cast gilt bronze flush mount, Austria, 1950s. With
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze, Brass

Thonet Vienna Art Deco Bentwood Clothing Valet / Dressing Stand, Austria, 1920s
By Michael Thonet, Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Art Deco gentleman’s valet or dressing stand from the 1920s, designed and crafted by
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood, Beech, Bentwood

30s Art Deco Cabinet
Located in Ljubljana, SI
This pieces combines the best of Art Deco: high-quality walnut material, elegant but functional
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

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Austria Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Austria art deco available at 1stDibs. Each Austria art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and wood. Find 1788 options for an antique or vintage Austria art deco now, or shop our selection of 43 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the Austria art deco you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A Austria art deco, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Josef Lorenzl, Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna and Stefan Dakon each produced at least one beautiful Austria art deco that is worth considering.

How Much is a Austria Art Deco?

Prices for a Austria art deco start at $136 and top out at $125,000 with the average selling for $2,421.

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 Austria Art Deco
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2023
    Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.