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Art deco bronze vase by Krone Bonce, Denmark ca. 1930
Located in Balen, BE
Art deco bronze vase by Krone Bonce, Denmark ca. 1930
This exquisite Art Deco bronze vase, crafted
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Small Bronze Art Deco Vase by Evan Jensen, Denmark, 1930s.
By Just Andersen, Evan Jensen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare bronze vase. Designed and made by Evan Jensen, Denmark, 1930s.
Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Just Andersen, Denmark. Pair of Art Deco bookends in "disko" metal.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen, Denmark. A pair of Art Deco bookends in "disko" metal featuring Saint George and the
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Bronze Plates made by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
inspired by the Art Deco style, but he soon developed his distinctive style that blended geometric shapes
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Brass Incense Bowl with Swans, Danish 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Denmark circa 1930-35. Measurements: D: 13.5 cm, H: 6 cm.
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
$178 Sale Price
45% Off
Art Deco Bronze Dish with Royal Danish Cypher, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Denmark. This was made in 1947. The year of his coronation. It has a rich and deep natural patina and is
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Daybed, Reupholstered in Vintage Fabric, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
By Josef Frank
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Art Deco daybed / sofa, reupholstered in colorful vintage gobelin fabric from the 80s. Made by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Art Deco Bronze Inkwell by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking Art Deco bronze inkwell designed by renowned Danish metalsmith Just Andersen, circa
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Footed Bronze Bowl by Frederiksberg Bronce, Denmark, 1930s.
By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Tinos, Evan Jensen
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco footed bronze bowl with amazing patina.
Made by Frederiksberg Bronce in
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco, Danish Cabinetmaker Circular Side Table in Oak, c. 1930/40s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Circular coffee table in oak presumably made by a Danish master carpenter in the 1930/40s.
Wear
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Small Hexagonal Art Deco Vase by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s.
By Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A small but beautiful art deco vase designed by Just Andersen in 1930s and produced by his own
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Set of Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Art Deco Goblets made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine duo for a beautiful place
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Large Candle Holder by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s
By Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco candle holder for large candles. Designed by Just Andersen in 1930s and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Svend Hammershøi for Kähler, Denmark. Rare Art Deco flowerpot in ceramic.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Svend Hammershøi for Kähler, Denmark.
Rare Art Deco flowerpot in ceramic.
Black-grey double glaze
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Patinated Bronce Fluted Vase / Lidded Jar, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen, Arne Bang, Tinos
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful Art Deco vase or lidded jar in patinated bronze made in Denmark in the 1930s. Great
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Danish Candlesticks in Art Deco for Large Candles
Located in Knivsta, SE
A pair of Danish candlesticks in Art Deco, 1920s. Made in silver plate and bakelite
Marked ATLA
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco "Ægte Malm" Tray in Patinated Bronze, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautifully patinated art deco "Ægte malm" bowl or tray made in Denmark in the 1930s. Signed on
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Bronze
Set of Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
sculptor. His early designs were inspired by the Art Deco style, but he soon developed his distinctive
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Sculpture by Kai Nielsen for Kähler, Denmark, 1930s
By Kai Nielsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
" green glaze
Design: Kai Nielsen.
Period: 1930s.
Manufacturer: Kahler, HAK Denmark.
Signature
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Art Deco Einar Dragsted Denmark Hand Wrought
Hammered Pewter Cocktail Shaker
By Einar Dragsted
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare 1920s Art Deco period cocktail shaker by Einar Dragsted (1887-1967) Danish Silversmiths in
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Barware
Materials
Pewter
Set of Large Art Deco Jardinières by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
been trained as a sculptor. His early designs were inspired by the Art Deco style, but he soon
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Metal
Early Art Deco Diskometal Bowl by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
the early 1920s, having been trained as a sculptor. His early designs were inspired by the Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Metal
Set of Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
the Art Deco style, but he soon developed his distinctive style that blended geometric shapes and
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Set of Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
, having been trained as a sculptor. His early designs were inspired by the Art Deco style, but he soon
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Danish glassworks. Hand-blown Art Deco wine decanter in clear faceted cut glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Danish glassworks. Hand-blown Art Deco wine decanter in clear faceted cut glass.
1930/40s.
In
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Scandianvian Art Deco Floor Lamp in Brass
Birch Veneer, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Art Deco floor lamp made in Denmark in the 1930s. The lamp is made from patinated brass and the
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco "Water Pump" Floor Lamp by Fog
Mørup, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog
Mørup
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and rare 1940s Art Deco floor lamp by Fog & Mørup, Denmark. This sculptural design—often
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron, Brass
Large Danish Silverplate Bowl by Carl M. Cohr, ATLA, Art Deco Design
By Jean Puiforcat, Carl M. Cohr
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant silver-plated bowl, crafted by Carl M. Cohr & Co. of Denmark, showcases a timeless Art
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Vase in Patinated Bronze by Bdr. Grage Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Grage in Denmark post-war circa 1950-55.
Measurements: H: 16 cm, Diameter: 14/7 cm (center/top
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Silverplate Art Deco Candlesticks by Unknown Designer, Denmark, 1930s.
By Ivar Ålenius Björk, Carl M. Cohr, Josef Frank, Ystad-Metall, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
Pair of Art Deco / Swedish Grace silverplate and bakelite candlesticks with amazing patina.
Made
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate
Sculptural Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitcher, 1930s, Carl M. Cohr, Denmark
By Carl M. Cohr
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Sculptural Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitcher, 1930s, Carl M. Cohr, Denmark
This sculptural Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Art Deco Wall Lamps in Brass
Opaline Glass, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog
Mørup, Bent Karlby, Paavo Tynell
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of rare Art Deco wall lamps in patinated brass and tubular light bulbs made in Denmark in the
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Danish 1930s Art Deco Lounge Chair in Red Mohair with Carved Armrests
Located in Bridgeport, CT
of the Art Deco period and with a low backrest with small wings giving it a very compact cool look
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
Danish 1930s Art Deco Lounge Chair in Red Mohair with Mahogany Accents
Located in Bridgeport, CT
typical of the Art Deco period and with a low scalloped backrest giving it a very compact cool look. The
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
Art Deco Hand-Painted Earthenware Gourd Vase by Knabstrup Denmark
By Knabstrup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Designed and manufactured by Knabstrup in Denmark during the 1920s or 30s in a style reminiscent of Arne
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Collection of Art Deco Plates made by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
inspired by the Art Deco style, but he soon developed his distinctive style that blended geometric shapes
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
A green ceramic Art Deco plate by Michael Andersen, Denmark, 1940s
By Michael Andersen
Son
Located in Balen, BE
Green Ceramic Art Deco Plate by Michael Andersen – Denmark, 1940s
This striking Art Deco plate by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Brass
Opal Glass Table Lamp by LYFA, Denmark, 1930s
By Lyfa
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful Art Deco table lamp made by LYFA, Denmark in the 1930s. The stem is made from solid brass
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Lidded Bronze Art Deco Box by H.F. Ægte Bronce, Denmark, 1930s
By H.F. Bronce, Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A lidded bronze Art Deco box with amazing patina.
Made by H.F. Ægte Bronce, Denmark, 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Diskometal Fish Vase made by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Art Deco Vase with two Fish designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. A lovely detail for a beautiful
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Just Andersen Art Deco Pewter Vase with Fluted Base, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking Art Deco pewter vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. This piece features a tall
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pewter
Just Andersen, Denmark, Disko Stylised Fantail Fish 1920
s Art Deco Paperweight
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Art Deco Disko metal stylised Fantail Fish pewter paperweight by Just Andersen of Denmark
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Metal
Oil Painting, Canvas, Modern Art Signed By O.L
Located in Lejre, DK
of modern art's diverse expressions. The fresh colors used in the painting add a sense of energy and
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Early 2000s Danish Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Knabstrup Denmark Blue Art Deco Fruit bowl in Painted Earthenware, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
powerfull and vibrant in color. Designed and manufactured by Knabstrup in Denmark during the 1920s
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Earthenware
Elegant Art Déco Bronze Vase by Evan Jensen, Denmark, 1930s
By Evan Jensen
Located in Köln, NW
An elegant bronze vase by Evan Jensen, 1930s. Denmark. The vase is marked and numbered in the
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Fish-shaped Art Deco Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Fish-shaped art deco vase designed by Just Andersen in the early 1930s. A lovely detail for a
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Danish Cabinetmaker Circular Art Deco Coffee Table of Oak with Metal Rails
Located in Vienna, AT
Circular Art Deco coffee table of oak with metal rails. Top of glass. Made 1930s-1940s. Measures
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Oak
Set of 3 Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sune Bäckström
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 3 beautiful art deco vases designed by Just Andersen in 1930s and produced by his own
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Just Andersen, Denmark 1930s Art Deco Pewter Squirrel Vide Poche #829
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen, Denmark 1930s Art Deco pewter stylised squirrel vide poche
Circa 1930's
Stamped and
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Pewter
Art Deco Water Pump Floor Lamp by Fog
Mørup, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog
Mørup
Located in Odense, DK
Art Deco "water pump" floor lamp by Fog
Mørup, Copenhagen. The lamp was manufactured in the
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Just Andersen Patinated Bronze Vase Stylized Handles, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Odense, DK
workshop in the 1930s.
Just Andersen (1884-1943) was a Danish decorative sculptor and silversmith. He is
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Elephant Table Lamp by Voss of Fredericia, Denmark, 1930s.
By Just Andersen, Voss Belysning, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful, bronzed Art Deco table lamp with motifs of an elephant and exotic birds.
Made by an
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Horsens Denmark, "Funkis III", Set of 12 Fruit Knives, Art Deco Silver Cutlery
Located in København, Copenhagen
Horsens Denmark, "Funkis III". Set of 12 fruit knives.
Art Deco silver cutlery 1937.
Measures
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware
Horsens Denmark "Funkis III", 4 Pieces Serving Fork in Silver, Art Deco Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Horsens Denmark, "Funkis III". 4 pieces. Serving fork in silver.
Art Deco silver cutlery, 1934
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware
Large Art Deco Uplight Bronze Floor Lamp, Fog
Mørup, Denmark, 1930s
By Fog
Mørup
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful large uplight floor lamp manufactured in the 1930s by Fog & Mørup, Copenhagen. Made from bronze and metal with an amazing patina. All original parts. On/off switch on the s...
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron, Bronze
Just Andersen, Denmark 1930s Art Deco Pewter Stylised Fish Vide Poche #1656L
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen, Denmark 1930s Art Deco pewter stylised fish vide poche
Circa 1930's
Stamped and
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Pewter
$570 Sale Price
20% Off
Just Andersen, Denmark. Pair of Art Deco bookends. Saint George and the Dragon
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen, Denmark.
A pair of Art Deco bookends in "disko" metal featuring Saint George and
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Metal
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Danish Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Danish art deco you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Danish art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Find 5195 options for an antique or vintage Danish art deco now, or shop our selection of 18 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a Danish art deco — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right Danish art deco, those designed in Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern and mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Danish art deco over the years, but those crafted by Just Andersen, Georg Jensen and Harald Nielsen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Danish Art Deco?
A Danish art deco can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,201, while the lowest priced sells for $24 and the highest can go for as much as $880,161.
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 Danish Art Deco
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What does Art Deco ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
- What era was Art Deco rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The 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.
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