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A Pair of Finnish Art Deco Side Tables
By Venesta
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Finnish Art Deco side tables made by Venesta Finland. Newly painted in Farrow & Ball
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Birch
$7,800 / set
Arabia, Finland, Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, 1920s/30s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Arabia, Finland. Art Deco vase in glazed faience. Beautiful marbled glaze.
1920s/30s.
Measures
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Faience
Finnish Art Deco Flame Birch Daybed, 1920s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A beautifully crafted Finnish Art Deco daybed from the 1920s, attributed to an unknown designer
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Daybeds
Materials
Jute, Birch
Arabia, Finland, Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, Beautiful Marbled Glaze
Located in København, Copenhagen
Arabia, Finland. Art Deco vase in glazed faience.
Beautiful marbled glaze.
1920/30s.
Measures
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Faience
Arabia, Finland, Art Deco Bowl in Glazed Faience, Beautiful Marbled Glaze, 1920s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Arabia, Finland. Art Deco bowl in glazed faience.
Beautiful marbled glaze. 1920s/30s.
Measures
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Faience
Arabia, Finland, Art Deco Bowl in Glazed Faience, Beautiful Marbled Glaze, 1920s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Arabia, Finland. Art deco bowl in glazed faience. Beautiful marbled glaze.
1920s/30s.
Measures
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Faience
Arabia Finnish Art Deco Four Handled Lustre Glazed Art Pottery Vase
By Arabia
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning finnish Art Deco four handled art pottery vase decorated in lustre glazes by Arabia and
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pottery
1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chair with Chevron-Patterned Fabric
Located in Karis, Nyland
This charming Finnish Art Deco club chair from the 1940s combines period elegance with a playful
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Finnish Art Deco Entrance / Center Table in Oak
Marble, Circa 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful Art Deco coffee table featuring an oak base, chrome legs, marble top. The materials
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Sofa Tables
Materials
Marble, Chrome
1930s Pair of Finnish Art Deco Curved Lounge Chairs in Birch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
1930s Finnish take on Art Deco. Their shape is defined first and foremost by the curve: a continuous
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Finnish Brass Candle Sconce Model 1100 by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, 1920s/1930s
By Antti Hakkarainen
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Beautiful Finnish Art Deco -style brass candle sconce model 1100 by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen from
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Candle Sconces
Materials
Brass
Finnish Brass Candle Sconce Model 1101 by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, 1920s/1930s
By Antti Hakkarainen
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Beautiful Finnish Art Deco -style brass candle sconce model 1101 by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen from
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Candle Sconces
Materials
Brass
Functionalist Art Deco Side Table in Dark Birch and Tubuar Steel, Finland 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A lovely Finnish Art Deco side table in dark stained birch and tubular steel from the 1930s. The
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Pendant in Brass, Birch
Opaline Glass, PSO Finalnd 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful example of Finnish art deco craftsmanship. A beautiful piece with stained birch, cast
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Delicate Pendant in Nickled Brass
Glass 313/3 Antti Hakkarainen, Finland 1930s
By Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, Antti Hakkarainen
Located in Helsinki, FI
piece a quiet, poetic presence.
A timeless example of Finnish Art Deco at its most understated — and a
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Pendant in Nickled Brass, String
Opaline Glass, Possibly Tynell 1930s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful bijou example of Finnish Art Deco 1930s lamps. The lamp features a nickled (possibly
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Table / Wall Lamp in Chromed and Opaline Glass, Idman 1940s
By Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant Finnish Art Deco table lamp in chromed or nickled brass with an adjustable white opaline
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Pendant, Finland, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Art Deco pendant, manufactured in Finland, 1930s. Metal frame with wood detail, cord wrapping on
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Arabia Art Deco Silver Lustreware Art Pottery Bowl, 1917-1927
By Arabia of Finland
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning and scarce Art Deco Finnish Arabia art pottery flower bowl with removable central
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Bedside tables in stained curly birch, Art Deco, Finland 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Art Deco bedside tables with bakelite knobs / handles, Finland 1930a.
Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Birch
Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland, 1940s
By Arabia
Located in Balen, BE
Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland – 1940s
This charming Art Deco vase by Arabia Finland from
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Arabia, Finland, Large Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, 1920s/30s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Arabia, Finland. Large Art Deco vase in glazed faience.
Beautiful marbled glaze. 1920/30s
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Faience
Large Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland, 1940s
By Arabia
Located in Balen, BE
Large Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland – 1940s
This striking Art Deco ceramic vase by
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Paavo Tynell
Taito, Pair of Art Deco Silver Plated Candelabra, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Pair of Art Deco silver plated metal candelabra by Paavo Tynell.
Model 8026.
Made in Finland by
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Candelabras
Materials
Pewter
Art Deco Ziggurat Ceiling Pendant, Chromed metal and Opaline shade Finland 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A minimalist Art Deco Finnish lamp with a ziggurat style opaline glass shade. The lamp is not
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, 1930
s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Odense, DK
an Art Deco home decor.
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
"Rearing Deer, " Large, Rare Art Deco Low Bowl in Yellow and Blue, Finland
By Kupittaan Savi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully glazed in sky blues and golden yellows, this large, low Art Deco bowl features a
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Organic "Art Deco" Lounge Chair in Birch and Traditional Bark, Finland 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
original Art Deco model of this form was introduced to Finland by Asko in the mid 1930s and became a major
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch
1920
s Margareta Ahlstedt-Willandt Finnish Röllakan, Art Deco Bauhaus
Located in Dallas, TX
78477 Margareta Ahlstedt-Willandt Finnish Flatweave Rug, 06'04 x 09'10. Woven in the golden hush
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Colonial Revival Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1930
s Impi Sotavalta Finnish Röllakan with Art Deco Bauhaus Style
By Impi Sotavalta
Located in Dallas, TX
textile to become a work of fine art. In this singular composition, bold Art Deco geometry converges with
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian ...
Materials
Wool
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Metal, Finland, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch, off-white fabric and metal sofa designed in Finland, 1930s.
Seat Height (inches): 16
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, a Model
1255/3
Art Deco Chandelier, Finland, 1930
s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Odense, DK
will pair well with many types of interior styles. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art Deco home
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1920
s Laila Karttunen Finnish Röllakan for Kiikan Mattokutomo, Art Deco Bauhaus
By Kiikan Kutomo, Laila Karttunen
Located in Dallas, TX
for Kiikan Mattokutomo.
Art Deco Bauhaus Style
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in Finland.
Measures
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Aesthetic Movement Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage 1930s Finnish Wool Rug – Art Deco Influenced Flat-Weave Design
Located in Stockholm, SE
Handwoven wool.
Measures: L: 330 cm / 10’ 9 3/4"
W: 196 cm / 6’ 5 1/2".
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Unique table, Art Deco 1930/40s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A one of a kind Art Deco / 1930/40s table in stained beech. Found in Finland. The table feet remind
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Tables
Materials
Beech
Art Deco Cabinet Attributed to Eliel Saarinen
By Eliel Saarinen
Located in Atlanta, GA
"National Romantic Style" in Finland - essentially a twist on what became known worldwide as Art Deco - with
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Burl
8 Glases 1970, label made in Finland, Design Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Art Deco Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Art Deco Sideboard Attributed to Eliel Saarinen
By Eliel Saarinen
Located in Atlanta, GA
"National Romantic Style" in Finland essentially a twist on what became known worldwide as Art Deco with its
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Birch, Burl
Blue Art Deco Table Lamp by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1920s. Swedish Grace.
By ALP Lidköping 1, Arabia of Finland, Tyra Lundgren Carolina, Arabia
Located in Malmö, SE
A stunning stoneware Swedish Grace / Art Deco table lamp. Amazing relief decor with hand-painted
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
White Art Deco Vase by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1929. Swedish Grace.
By Tyra Lundgren Carolina, ALP Lidköping 1, Arabia of Finland, Arabia
Located in Malmö, SE
A stunning stoneware Art Deco / Swedish Grace vase. Amazing relief decor with hand-painted details
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Burl Wood and Brass Table Lamp, Finland, 1940s
Located in Karis, Nyland
from the late 1940s. The design carries a subtle Art Deco influence, visible in the tapered proportions
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Tubular Steel Functional Desk in Birch, Heteka Finland 1930s
By Pauli Blomstedt, Heteka
Located in Helsinki, FI
made by Heteka Finland and is most probably by the renowned Finnish Architect Pauli Blomstedt who was
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
6 Glases 1970, label made in Finland, Tapio Wirkkala With its original box
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Art Deco Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Art Deco wooden table lamp with brass shade
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover elegance with this Art Deco wooden table lamp. An exquisite piece crafted by an anonymous
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Finnish Handcrafted Curly Silver Birch Burl Tablelamp 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is a hand-made lamp from the highly sought after curly birch that is native to Finland and
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Birch
Maija Heikinheimo Art Deco Side Table Apu Model 604 in Dark Birch, Asko 1930s
By Asko
Located in Helsinki, FI
A functional and beautifully simple Art Deco side table by Maija Heikinheimo, produced by Asko in
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Birch
Paavo Tynell Model "1574" Chandelier for Taito, Finland 1930s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) is regarded as one of Finland’s pioneering lighting designers, celebrated
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Finnish 1930/40
s unique side table with a wooden burl leg
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
organic design principles, while the sleek surfaces reflect the timeless elegance of the Art Deco style
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Birch
1930s Finnish ‘young woman in a yellow dress’ oil on canvas artist Llmari Aalto
Located in London, GB
striking painting is by Finnish artist Llmari Aalto, who was largely known as an expressionist painter, who
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
Art Deco
Siro
Coffee Table Model 149 in Birch, att. Harald Honkanen, Asko 1930
By Asko
Located in Helsinki, FI
A 1930s Art Deco table model 149 and named 'Siro' (Petite or graceful in English). The table was
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Birch
Chandelier in Brass
Glass, Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann, Finland, 1940s
By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Stockmann-Orno
Located in Odense, DK
, this chandelier complements modern, Scandinavian, classic, or Art Deco interiors with ease.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Model 1425 Art Deco Pendant, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
one of the most important names in Finnish lighting design, and his work has had a significant impact
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Minimalist Art Deco Paavo Tynell Pendants, Chrome
Opaline Glass, Taito 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant minimalist art deco pair of ceiling pendants by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Monumental Paavo Tynell Art Deco Brass
Opaline Lighting Fixture, Taito 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A monumental art deco chandelier by Paavo Tynell and made by Taito. Commissioned for the iconic
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Machine Made Finnish Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Machine Made Finnish Rug
Size: 9'6" × 13'4" (289 × 406 cm)
Age: Vintage
Origin: Scandinavia
This
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Monumental Paavo Tynell Art Deco Brass
Opaline Glass Chandelier, Taito 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A monumental art deco chandelier by Paavo Tynell and made by Taito. Comissioned for the iconic
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Paavo Tynell Chandelier Model 1456/5 for Taito Oy, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Karis, Nyland
, adding period authenticity.
A superb example of early Finnish lighting design and an increasingly rare
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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Finnish Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Finnish art deco for your home. Each Finnish art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, birch and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Finnish art deco — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right Finnish art deco, those designed in Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Alvar Aalto, Eliel Saarinen and Paavo Tynell each produced at least one beautiful Finnish art deco that is worth considering.
How Much is a Finnish Art Deco?
A Finnish art deco can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,667, while the lowest priced sells for $198 and the highest can go for as much as $16,917.
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 Finnish Art Deco
- 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. - 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To 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 27, 2024To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
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