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Just Andersen Arched Art Deco Candelabra in Pewter, 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
architecturally inspired Art Deco styling with its discrete decor and 'staired' configuration. It is to be fitted
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Candelabras

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Pewter

Black White Art Deco Style Decor Vase, 1980s
By ODYV, Mette Doller, Höganäs Keramik, Ettore Sottsass, Matteo Cibic
Located in Copenhagen, DK
art deco tribal style decoration over black glaze. Signed under base. Beautiful vintage condition
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Vintage 1980s Danish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware

Hans Hansen Sterling Silver Art Deco Hanging Planter
By Hans Hansen
Located in Hellerup, DK
An early sterling silver planter designed by Karl Gustav Hansen for Hans Hansen in 1938. This handcrafted piece features a slightly hammered, drop-shaped bowl resting securely in a s...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Baskets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Whiskey Decanter with Hand Etched Flowers in Glass
By Holmegaard
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Stylistically strict Art Deco decanter in a hexagonal shape. Its hand-blown in to a mould from
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Gustav Pedersen for Georg Jensen, Large Art Deco Bowl, Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gustav Pedersen for Georg Jensen. Large art deco bowl with handles on foot in sterling silver
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Table Lamp from the 1920s
Located in Søborg, DK
An antique Art Deco table lamp with slight Brutalist tones. In cast aluminum with adjustable height
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Art Deco Pewter Candlesticks by Just Andersen "Model 2574", 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful set of Art Deco candlesticks in pewter by Just Andersen made at his own workshop in the
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Weather Station made from a Wooden Airplane Propeller, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
-quality details and distinct aviation art deco styling. It features a stylish thermometer and a hub/boss
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Aviation Objects

Materials

Brass

Just Andersen Art Deco Vase in Disco Metal, 1940s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen Art Deco vase in disco metal. 1940s. In excellent condition with fine patina
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Vases

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Metal

Early Just Andersen Art Deco Bronze Bowl, Approx, 1930
Located in København, Copenhagen
Early Just Andersen Art Deco bronze bowl. Approx. 1930. Motif of a woman seen from behind
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen. Art Deco tray in sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen. Art Deco tray in sterling silver. Model 632. Hallmarked with 1945
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Revival White Ceramic Table Lamp from Søholm
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A white glazed table light featuring stylized relief flowers and fluted white shade. Art Deco
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Vintage 1970s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Alabaster Art Deco Plafonnier Chandelier With 4 Shades
Located in Søborg, DK
Antique alabaster Art Deco plafonnier chandelier in great condition and with age related wear. This
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster

Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen Pyramid. Rare Art Deco miniature brush.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen Pyramid. Rare Art Deco miniature brush in sterling silver. Marked
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Vintage 1910s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Christan Schollert White Danis Art Deco Vase in Glazed Ceramic, 1940s
By Christian Schollert
Located in Esbjerg, DK
made at his studio in Nærum, Denmark circa 1946-50. Distinct architectural art deco styling and
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Ceramic Planter with Glazed Faces by Aksel Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A piece unique planter or jardiniere by the Danish ceramist and artist Aksel Hansen. Made in his
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Ceramic

Herman August Kähler Glazed Abstract Art Deco Pottery Vase, 1920s
By Herman August Kähler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish footed art pottery vase hand-decorated with brown and black glazes over a beige-colored
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Jens Jakob Bregnø Art Deco Bronze Sculpture, circa 1930s
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jens Jacob Bregnø (1877-1946). A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a nude woman braiding her hair while holding a mirror between her knees. Signed with monogram to the base JJB. On ...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Just Andersen Art Deco Diskometal Figurine Boy on Rhino , 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Mythologically perceived small group figurine with faun and rino by Just Andersen, Denmark
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Just Andersen, bowl in alloy bronze. Art Deco style. 1940s
Located in København, Copenhagen
will be applicable to your purchase. Just Andersen (1884-1943). Bowl in alloy bronze. Art Deco style
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal

Jacob E. Bang Engraved Art Deco Glass Vase, Holmegaard 1930s
By Jacob Bang
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Holmegaard in Denmark during the 1930s. Tapio Wirkkala's Kantarelli Series 10-15 years after resembles this
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Antique Art Deco Scandinavian Small Oak Wood Side Cabinet or Nightstand 1950s
Located in Detroit, MI
This lovely little vintage Scandinavian Art Deco wood side cabinet or nightstand was made in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Brass

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Art Deco Salt Cellar and Spoon
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Mateo, CA
Sterling silver salt cellar and spoon model 110 by Georg Jensen. This is hand hammered. The handle folds around to the bottom and ends with two ball feet. The end of the spoon has a ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Just Andersen Art Deco Fish Vase in Disko Metal, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small figural vase depicting a chubby fish with open mouth. It is made from patinated metal/metals or disko-metal. Dessin number D 1389 designed and made by Just Andersen during th...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases

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Metal

Art Deco Porcelain Ball Vase by Lyngby Porcelæn, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Porcelæn in Denmark during the 1930s. Fully marked to the base. Measurements: H: 8.5 cm, D: 9 cm.
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases

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Porcelain

Art Deco vase model D88, disco metal by Just Andersen, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Balen, BE
Art Deco Vase Model D88 in Disco Metal by Just Andersen – Denmark, 1930s This elegant Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases

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Metal

Art deco desk lamp with opaline in style of Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco desk lamp with opaline shade. Very similar work to the ones of Poul Henningsen (1894-1967
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

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Opaline Glass

Art Deco Desk Set Inkwell In Alabaster and Bronze Elephant
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Beautifull Art Deco desk set in Alabaster and Bronze with large decorative Elephant, inkwell and
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Desk Sets

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Alabaster, Bronze

Georg Jensen Pyramid. Sauce spoon in sterling silver. Art Deco style.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid. Sauce spoon in sterling silver, all silver. Hallmark: 1933-1944. In perfect condition. Dimensions: Length 18.0 cm.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Pyramid. Serving spoon in sterling silver. Art Deco style.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid. Serving spoon in sterling silver. Hallmark: After 1944. In perfect condition. Dimensions: Length 20.1 cm.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Glaze Pottery Camouflage Vase By Michael Andersen Son
By Michael Andersen Son
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Art Deco ceramic vase with Majolica camouflage glaze and swirling handles. Designed and made around
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases

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Pottery

Romanian Art Deco Sideboard with Exotic Wood Inlay
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning Romanian Art Deco sideboard, dating back to the 1940s, exudes timeless elegance and
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Vintage 1940s Romanian Art Deco Sideboards

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Wood

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Bronze, Fabric, Denmark, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable bronze and yellow fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1920s
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Bronze

Hans Hansen Silverware No. 7. Eight Art Deco Silver 830 Teaspoons, 1930s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen silverware no. 7. Eight Art Deco silver, 830 teaspoons. 1930s. Measure: Length: 11.5
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Silver

1920s Art Deco Jug in Disko Metal by Krone Copenhagen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A very early Art Deco styled jug made in Denmark during the 1920s. Japanese or Chinese inspired
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases

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Metal

Art Deco Hand Painted Earthenware Vase with Worms, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
by Knabstrup in Denmark during the 1920s. Measurements: H: 15 cm, D: 12 cm at the center.
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Art Deco Disko Metal Candleholder by Just Andersen, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Large candelabra in disko metal designed by Just Andersen - Manufactured during the 1930s in his workshop in Copenhagen - This is model 155 and it features an octagonal base and ...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Candelabras

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Metal

Hans Hansen silverware, Arvesølv no. 7. Two Art Deco lunch forks in silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen silverware, Arvesølv no. 7. Two Art Deco lunch forks in Danish 830 silver. Marked
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Silver

Art Deco Opaline Glass Pendants
Located in Vienna, AT
Opaline shade with ridged side made in Denmark in the 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Georg Jensen Pyramid. Art Deco fruit knife, sterling silver and stainless steel
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid. Art Deco fruit knife in sterling silver with a stainless steel blade. 1933
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen Art Deco vase in hammered sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Art Deco vase in hammered sterling silver. Designed by Harald Nielsen. Model number
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Pewter Sculpture and Stem Vase / Flower Frog by Just Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1930s, Denmark. This Art Deco pewter piece, model 841, features a detailed cherub holding
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases

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Pewter

Art Deco Wall Mirror in Oak by AM Spejle, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small chain-suspended cross-bar mirror in solid oak. Made in Denmark by AM kobberbeskyttet Spejle
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Oak

1930s Pair of Art Deco Pewter Candlesticks by Just Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Pair of Art Deco pewter candlesticks by Just Andersen The candlesticks are in good vintage
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Graphite Ceramic Lamp by Michael Andersen, 1950s
By Michael Andersen Son
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning Art Deco style Danish Mid-Century Modern handmade ceramic table lamp from the 1950s. Warm
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Hans Hansen. Art Deco serving spoon in sterling silver and stainless steel.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen, Danish silversmith. Art Deco serving spoon in sterling silver with a stainless steel
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Just Andersen - Letter-knife in Mint Condition - Original box - Art Deco, 1930 s
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
One of a kind letter knife made by Just Andersen, Denmark in the 1930's with the original box from
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Letter Openers

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Bronze Dish with The Genesis Motif by Tinos, 1930s
By Tinos
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. temptation. It was designed and manufactured by Tinos in Copenhagen Denmark during the 1930s. The same period
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bronze

Just Andersen Art Deco Trinket Jar in Patinated Bronze, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Early green patinated jar or trinket in bronze designed by Just Andersen and manufactured in the early 1930s. Ornate Josef Frank inspired handle to the lid. Fully signed and numbered...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Jars

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Bronze

Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, 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 1930s Danish Art Deco Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Art Deco Lidded Dish 600s
By Harald Nielsen, Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A rare and exquisite vintage Georg Jensen sterling silver Art Deco oval platter with a figural lid
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen Art Deco Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver, Four Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen silverware no. 7. Art Deco dinner fork in sterling silver. 1930s. Four forks are
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Michael Andersen Fluted Green Art Deco Table Lamp, 1930s
By Michael Andersen Son
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Michael Andersen in Denmark during the late 1930s in a style reminiscent of Arne Bang and Just Andersen
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Herman August Kähler Blue Glazed Art Deco Earthenware Vase w. Flowers, 1930s
By Herman August Kähler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual art deco earthenware vase decorated with flowers in matte cow-horn applied glazes over a
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Just Andersen Set of Art Deco Elephant Bookends Disko Metal Model 165, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Odense, DK
Andersen, Denmark. Both stamped underneath. Just Andersen (1884–1943) was a Danish decorative sculptor and
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Bookends

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Metal

Art Deco Marble Glass and Bakelite Pendant Lamp, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A wavy and marbled opaline glass pendant lamp with bakelite socket. Manufactured in Denmark during
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Bakelite

Evald Nielsen Number 36, Art Deco Serving Spade in Sterling Silver, 1930s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen number 36 art deco serving spade in sterling silver, 1930s. Measures: 18 cm
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

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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

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
  • 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, 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 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
    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 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 watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The work of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec falls into the Art Nouveau style, which was prevalent approximately during the period of 1890-1910. Following the Art Nouveau period was the Art Deco era, which is usually defined as the era between 1920 and 1930. Toulouse-Lautrec died in 1901 putting his art in the era of Art Nouveau, but certain aspects of it definitely hint at the coming Art Deco style considering the definite overlap of the two movements. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To 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.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The 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.