How do you identify 1930s furniture?

To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.

Is Ercol furniture English?

Yes, Ercol furniture is English. Its founder, Lucian Ercolani, was born in Italy but moved to London. He began producing furniture under the name Furniture Industries in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England, in 1920. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Ercol furniture.

Did they have record players in the 1930s?

Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.

What did brides wear in the 1930s?

What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.

What did phones look like in the 1930s?

In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 1800s furniture?

To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.

What do you call furniture from the 1960s?

Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.

What is 1950s furniture called?

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

What is 1970s furniture called?

What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.

What is ’70s furniture called?

What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.

What is 1920s furniture called?

What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was 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. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

What is 1960s-style furniture called?

Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.

English Furniture 1930s

Cut Glass 1930s

Drop Leaf Table Carved Legs

English Antiques

Art Deco Veneer Bar Cabinets

English Cabinet With Glass Doors

French Soldier

English Oak Drop Leaf Table

1930s Oak Dining Room Table

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

English Matching Pair of 1930s Art Deco Wall Lights

$784 / set

Antique Chinoiserie Paint Decorated English Style Breakfront ca 1930s

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique English style breakfront offers upper four door cabinet with shaped crest and urn form

Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinoiserie Paint Decorated English Style Breakfront ca 1930s

$2,360

1930s English Art Deco Circular Display Cabinet in Walnut

Located in Devon, England

This is a superb 1930s Art Deco cabinet. This walnut cabinet is what we've chosen to call a

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Lead

1930s English Art Deco Circular Display Cabinet in Walnut

$3,344

English Pair of 1930s Art Deco Bakelite Wall Lights

Located in Devon, England

A super rare matching pair of Art Deco English made bakelite wall lights with mottled brown

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bakelite

English Pair of 1930s Art Deco Bakelite Wall Lights

$511

English 1930s Keith Murray Silver Plated Athenian Cocktail Shaker

Located in Aspen, CO

This Keith Murray 1930s silver plated athenian cocktail shaker is in pristine condition and ready

Category

Vintage 1930s Barware

Materials

Silver

English 1930s Keith Murray Silver Plated Athenian Cocktail Shaker

$1,400

1930s Art Deco Heavily Figured Walnut English Book Table

Located in Devon, England

Stunning 1930s figured walnut 1930s Art Deco coffee/ book table. This is a really stylish period

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cupboards

Materials

Bakelite, Walnut

1930s Art Deco Heavily Figured Walnut English Book Table

$1,330

Antique English Art Deco Wood Bar Cabinet Credenza, 1930s

Located in Detroit, MI

This unique antique English Art Deco wood and glass bar cabinet or sideboard is circa 1930. This

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique English Art Deco Wood Bar Cabinet Credenza, 1930s

$3,450

1930s Art Deco English Green Glass and Chrome Clock

Located in Devon, England

Original 1930s Art Deco opaque green glass clock with chrome accents. 30 hour clock recently

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

1930s Art Deco English Green Glass and Chrome Clock

$812

English 1930s Art Deco Walnut Three-Tier Trolley Cart

Located in Devon, England

Fabulous 1930s Art Deco walnut three-tier hostess trolley cart in quality vintage solid veneered

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Walnut

English 1930s Art Deco Walnut Three-Tier Trolley Cart

$1,221

Art Deco Walnut Upright Cocktail Cabinet, English, circa 1930s

Located in Devon, England

For your consideration is this superbly stylish and totally authentic 1930s Art Deco walnut upright

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Walnut Upright Cocktail Cabinet, English, circa 1930s

$2,723

Art Deco Modernist English Clock, Made from Onyx, circa 1930s

Located in Devon, England

Very impressive Art Deco modernist English clock, made from onyx and dating to the 1930s. The case

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Chrome

Art Deco Modernist English Clock, Made from Onyx, circa 1930s

$1,160

Art Deco Circular Walnut Drinks Bar Cart Trolley, English, 1930s

Located in Devon, England

Very attractive and iconic English Art Deco Savoy Hostess trolley cart dating from the 1920s-1930s

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Circular Walnut Drinks Bar Cart Trolley, English, 1930s

$1,706

20th century English Bronze and Chromed Metal Candleholder, 1930s

By Karl Hagenauer

Located in LEGNY, FR

Very beautiful art deco candlestick in good condition in chrome metal which is part of a collection of models intended for the General Electric Company (GEC) of England representing ...

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Bronze

20th century English Bronze and Chromed Metal Candleholder, 1930s

$934

English Art Deco Pop-Up Cocktail Table in Walnut, 1930s

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

English Art Deco Cocktail Table An ingenious and stylish English Art Deco cocktail table from the

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

English Art Deco Pop-Up Cocktail Table in Walnut, 1930s

$3,112

English Art Deco Quilted Maple Chest of Drawers, 1930s

Located in Norwich, GB

and inward swept plinth. Circa 1930. The chest is veneered in quilted maple - a rare and beautiful

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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Walnut

English Art Deco Quilted Maple Chest of Drawers, 1930s

$3,133

1930s Art Deco Blonde Walnut English King-Size Bed

Located in Devon, England

Wonderfully stylish and so indicative of this bygone era is this Art Deco 1930s king-size bed

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

1930s Art Deco Blonde Walnut English King-Size Bed

$2,525 / set

Estate English Silver Plated Art Deco Cocktail Shaker, circa 1930s

Located in New Orleans, LA

Estate English silver plated Art Deco cocktail shaker, circa 1930s.

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Early 20th Century English Barware

Estate English Silver Plated Art Deco Cocktail Shaker, circa 1930s

$465

Original 1930s English Art Deco Walnut and Brown Leather Club Sofa

By Maurice Adams

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

169cm D 98cm Seat H 54cm W 150cm D 63cm-78cm Origin: English Date: circa 1935 The self

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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Original 1930s English Art Deco Walnut and Brown Leather Club Sofa

$9,418

Original English 1930s Art Deco Circular Display Cabinet in Walnut

Located in Devon, England

Every Art Deco interior should have one of these bad boys! An English 1930s Art Deco circular

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Original English 1930s Art Deco Circular Display Cabinet in Walnut

$2,934

English 1920s-1930s Giltwood Bullseye Convex Girandole Mirror with Small Spheres

Located in Atlanta, GA

stylish addition to any home, this English convex bullseye mirror circa 1920-1930 will look wonderful hung

Category

Early 20th Century English Convex Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

English 1920s-1930s Giltwood Bullseye Convex Girandole Mirror with Small Spheres

$2,550

English 1930s Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in Devon, England

Very stylish Art Deco walnut chest of drawers originating from England dating to the 1930s

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ebony, Walnut

English 1930s Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers

$2,525

English Art Deco Golden Walnut Circular Display Cabinet Circa 1930s

Located in Norwich, GB

A fabulous Art Deco circular figured walnut display cabinet on splayed base. Circa 1930's

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Walnut, Glass

English Art Deco Golden Walnut Circular Display Cabinet Circa 1930s

$2,566

English Set of Three Matching 1930s Art Deco Wall Lights

Located in Devon, England

A beautiful matching set of three 1930s Art Deco wall lights of shell form. The gilt frames are in

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

English Set of Three Matching 1930s Art Deco Wall Lights

$921

English Art Deco Walnut Tallboy Compact Wardrobe By Waring Gillow 1930s

By Waring Gillow

Located in Norwich, GB

Art Deco highly figured walnut tallboy/compact wardrobe by Waring and Gillow. Circa 1930s. The

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

English Art Deco Walnut Tallboy Compact Wardrobe By Waring Gillow 1930s

$1,221

Art Deco Circular Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut, 1930s English

Located in Devon, England

This is a superb 1930s Art Deco cabinet. This walnut cabinet is what we've chosen to call a

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Lead

Art Deco Circular Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut, 1930s English

$3,207

Art Deco Circular Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut, 1930s English

Located in Devon, England

This is a superb 1930s Art Deco cabinet. This walnut cabinet is what we've chosen to call a

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Lead

Art Deco Circular Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut, 1930s English

$3,207

Art Deco Circular Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut, 1930s English

Located in Devon, England

This is a superb 1930s Art Deco cabinet. This walnut cabinet is what we've chosen to call a

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Lead

Art Deco Circular Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut, 1930s English

$3,207

Original 1930s English Art Deco Club Chairs Walnut and Brown Leather

By Maurice Adams

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

. Dimensions: H 75cm W 67cm D 98cm Seat H 54cm W 52cm D 56cm - 72cm Origin: English Date: circa 1935

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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Original 1930s English Art Deco Club Chairs Walnut and Brown Leather

$12,967

Original 1930s Large English Colman’s Mustard Enamel Advertising Sign Vintage

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

A wonderful, original and very large Colman’s Mustard enamel advertising sign from the early 20th century, with blue lettering on a yellow background. Having been exposed to the elem...

Category

Vintage 1920s British Industrial Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

Original 1930s Large English Colman’s Mustard Enamel Advertising Sign Vintage

$1,126

1930s Vintage Oak Desk by Maggs Co, English Pedestal Library

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a 1930s vintage oak desk by Maggs Co of Bristol. An English pedestal library table

Category

Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

1930s Vintage Oak Desk by Maggs Co, English Pedestal Library

$2,996

Art Deco English Mantle Clock Faux Tortoise Shell, circa 1930s

Located in Devon, England

Very attractive, compact desk clock from the early 1930s utilising early faux tortoiseshell Lucite

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Art Deco English Mantle Clock Faux Tortoise Shell, circa 1930s

$955

English Haberdashery Shop Cabinet with Glass Fronted Drawers, Circa 1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This vintage oak haberdashery cabinet dates from the 1930s and was made in England. It features a

Category

Vintage 1930s British Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

English Haberdashery Shop Cabinet with Glass Fronted Drawers, Circa 1930s

$3,544

English Haberdashery Shop Cabinet with Glass Fronted Drawers, Circa 1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This vintage oak haberdashery cabinet dates from the 1930s and was made in England. It features a

Category

Vintage 1930s British Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

English Haberdashery Shop Cabinet with Glass Fronted Drawers, Circa 1930s

$3,846

Art Deco Sideboard Burr and Straight Grain Walnut English Original, 1930s

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

straight grain walnut veneer. Dimensions: H 95cm, W 138cm, D 51.5cm Origin: English Date: circa

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Sideboard Burr and Straight Grain Walnut English Original, 1930s

$3,159

English Crown Ducal Iridescent Orientalist Art Deco Butterfly Lidded Vase 1930s

Located in Nottingham, GB

English Crown Ducal Iridescent Orientalist Art Deco Butterfly Lidded Vase 1930s Good condition

Category

20th Century Vases

Materials

Porcelain

English Crown Ducal Iridescent Orientalist Art Deco Butterfly Lidded Vase 1930s

$375

English 1930s Philips Challenge Terrestrial Globe With Turned Walnut Base

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English Philips Challenge globe from the second quarter of the 20th century mounted on a walnut

Category

Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Walnut, Paper

English 1930s Philips Challenge Terrestrial Globe With Turned Walnut Base

$1,895

1930s Modernist Famulus Armchair by JP Hully English Art Deco Birch Bentwood

By JP Hully

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

Bristol furniture manufacturer Crofton Gane. In 1930s Britain the Design and Industries Association (DIA

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1930s Modernist Famulus Armchair by JP Hully English Art Deco Birch Bentwood

$1,201

English Antique Burr Walnut Queen Anne Style Serpentine Sideboard, 1930s

Located in Norwich, GB

An antique Queen Anne style burr figured walnut serpentine fronted sideboard. circa 1930s. The

Category

Early 20th Century British Queen Anne Sideboards

Materials

Walnut, Burl

English Antique Burr Walnut Queen Anne Style Serpentine Sideboard, 1930s

$1,890

Two beautiful 1930s English Windsor chairs made of beech and elm wood

Located in München, DE

White beautiful 1930s English Windsor chairs made of beech and elm wood. Great design with a

Category

Vintage 1930s English Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Elm

Two beautiful 1930s English Windsor chairs made of beech and elm wood

$1,656 / set

1930s Matching Pair of English Chrome Art Deco Wall Lights

Located in Devon, England

These really do have the wow factor! Impressively styled these authentic chrome wall lights will make a great statement piece and focal point to any room. These lights give a wonderf...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

1930s Matching Pair of English Chrome Art Deco Wall Lights

$921 / set

Four beautiful 1930s english Windsor chairs made of beech and elm wood

Located in München, DE

Four beautiful 1930s English Windsor chairs made of beech and elm wood. Great design with a

Category

Vintage 1930s English Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Elm

Four beautiful 1930s english Windsor chairs made of beech and elm wood

$3,076 / set

English 1920s-1930s Carved Wooden Round Mirror with Gilt Accents and Foliage

Located in Atlanta, GA

English circular mirror circa 1920-1930 will bring a stylish presence to any wall, perhaps hung above a

Category

Early 20th Century English Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

English 1920s-1930s Carved Wooden Round Mirror with Gilt Accents and Foliage

$2,850

Floor standing Harrods bathroom scales painted in white enamel. English 1930s

By Harrods

Located in London, GB

’. English 1930s. In full working order. Dimensions: Height: 170cm

Category

Vintage 1930s English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Enamel

Floor standing Harrods bathroom scales painted in white enamel. English 1930s

$2,293

English 1930s Porcelain Table Lamp with Crackled Green Finish and Lucite Base

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English porcelain table lamp from the mid 20th century, with circular lucite base. Created in

Category

Mid-20th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain, Lucite

English 1930s Porcelain Table Lamp with Crackled Green Finish and Lucite Base

$1,850

English 1930s Art Deco Blue Glass and Chrome Clock by Enfield

By Enfield Clock Company 1

Located in Devon, England

Stylish 1930s English blue glass clock with chrome accents by Enfield. Ideal size for modern use

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

English 1930s Art Deco Blue Glass and Chrome Clock by Enfield

$395

English Set of Four Matching 1930s Art Deco Wall Light Sconces

Located in Devon, England

A beautiful matching set of four 1930s Art Deco wall lights of shell form. The gilt frames are in

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

English Set of Four Matching 1930s Art Deco Wall Light Sconces

$1,637 / set

Antique English Dining Table Draw Leaf Table Barley Twist Oak Breakfast c. 1930s

Located in Tyler, TX

CHARMING Antique English Draw Leaf Barley Twist Oak Dining Table, Card Table, Breakfast Table, or

Category

Vintage 1930s British Arts and Crafts Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique English Dining Table Draw Leaf Table Barley Twist Oak Breakfast c. 1930s

$3,275

English, 1930s Art Deco Chest of Four Drawers in Figured Walnut

Located in Devon, England

period of the 1930s. This is a great size for a period or modern home. We've had this piece fully

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bedroom Sets

Materials

Walnut

English, 1930s Art Deco Chest of Four Drawers in Figured Walnut

$1,358

Antique English Oak Glass Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920-1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This oak haberdashery shop counter dates from the 1920-1930s and was made in England. It features a

Category

Vintage 1920s British Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Antique English Oak Glass Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920-1930s

$5,029

Antique English Oak Glass Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920-1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This oak haberdashery shop counter dates from the 1920-1930s and was made in England. It features a

Category

Vintage 1920s English Vitrines

Materials

Oak

Antique English Oak Glass Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920-1930s

$3,994

Large English 1930s Carved Box Depicting a Reclining Stag with Large Antlers

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large English carved wooden box from the early 20th century, depicting a stag. Created in England

Category

Early 20th Century English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Large English 1930s Carved Box Depicting a Reclining Stag with Large Antlers

$3,750

Art Deco Drinks/ Cocktail Trolley Satinwood Brass and Bakelite English, 1930s

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

39cm Origin: English Date: circa 1930 Item No: 0608192.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Satinwood

Art Deco Drinks/ Cocktail Trolley Satinwood Brass and Bakelite English, 1930s

$1,583

1930s Art Deco English Eight Day Wood, Chrome and Bakelite Clock

Located in Devon, England

Very attractive 1930s Art Deco clock with an eight day movement. Originating from England this very

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

1930s Art Deco English Eight Day Wood, Chrome and Bakelite Clock

$614

High Style 1930s English Art Deco Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut

Located in Devon, England

Iconic circular period 1930s Art Deco display cabinet with three internal glass shelves with lots

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Walnut, Glass

High Style 1930s English Art Deco Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut

$3,207

Antique English Jacobean Corner Cabinet Cupboard Storage Barley Twist Oak 1930s

Located in Tyler, TX

CHARMING Antique English Jacobean Carved Oak Corner Cabinet or Cupboard with Double Doors and

Category

Vintage 1930s English Jacobean Corner Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Antique English Jacobean Corner Cabinet Cupboard Storage Barley Twist Oak 1930s

$2,500

Matching Pair of English Chrome Art Deco Wall Light Sconces, 1930s

Located in Devon, England

These really do have the wow factor! Impressively styled these authentic Art Deco chrome wall lights will make a great statement piece and focal point to any room. These lights give ...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Matching Pair of English Chrome Art Deco Wall Light Sconces, 1930s

$1,016 / set

1930s Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

By Abrahams Brothers

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver straight Albany

Category

Vintage 1930s English Other Tableware

Materials

Silver

1930s Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

$6,203 / set

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English Furniture 1930s For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of English furniture 1930s for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique English furniture 1930s was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and walnut. English furniture 1930s have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. English furniture 1930s bearing Art Deco or Georgian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made English furniture 1930s over the years, but those made by Harry Lou Epstein Furniture Co, Mappin Webb and James Dixon Sons are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are English Furniture 1930s?

English furniture 1930s can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,635, while the lowest priced sells for $65 and the highest can go for as much as $120,000.

Questions About English Furniture 1930s

How do you identify 1930s furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
Is Ercol furniture English?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, Ercol furniture is English. Its founder, Lucian Ercolani, was born in Italy but moved to London. He began producing furniture under the name Furniture Industries in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England, in 1920. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Ercol furniture.
Did they have record players in the 1930s?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
What did brides wear in the 1930s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
What did phones look like in the 1930s?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
How do you identify 1800s furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.
What do you call furniture from the 1960s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
What is 1950s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
What is 1970s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
What is ’70s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.
What is 1920s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was 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. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
What is the 1950s furniture style called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
What is 1960s-style furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.