Functional Art
to
791
3,414
3,117
3,684
3,188
2,422
1,558
985
509
410
384
248
239
184
135
111
110
98
74
74
38
34
28
21
21
16
13
13
12
5
4
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
286
152
152
102
69
Sort By
1920s Art Deco Pin Cushion Porcelain Half Doll Spanish Dancer Bronze Color Gown
Located in Red Lion, PA
1920s Art Deco Porcelain Half Doll Spanish Dancer with Pin Cushion Base
This stunning Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Fabric
Danish Art Deco Side Table / Coffee Table in Stained Beech, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
and the opulent, the functional and the unnecessary. Art deco is a seducer who, with his cool language
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Beech
18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Oak Chest with Carved Panels, Dated 1764
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian folk art design, where functionality meets artistry. This chest will complement both modern and
Category
Antique 18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
A Danish Modern Art Deco Chandelier, Glass
Brass, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
, the monumenta, the stringent and the opulent, the functional and the unnecessary. Art deco is a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large “Iglu” Art Glass Bowl by Oiva Toikka for Nuutajärvi, Finland, 1970s
By Nuutajärvi Notsjõ, Oiva Toikka
Located in Karis, Nyland
Large and rare hand-blown glass bowl from the Iglu art glass series by Finnish designer Oiva Toikka
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Art Glass Bowl Centerpiece Dish Vessel Reticello Ribbon Lace Psychedelic Modern
By Lino Tagliapietra
Located in Palm Beach, FL
seamlessly integrate and elevate any design. More than just a functional object - this art glass vessel is a
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Model 2006-S Platform Sofa in Walnut
Bouclé by Adrian Pearsall for Craft 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Deland, FL
of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a true American
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Walnut
$13,560 Sale Price
20% Off
Expansive 12-Foot Platform Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Deland, FL
functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a true American masterpiece
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
$15,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Vintage Sculptural Art Glass Table Lamps by Thumprints (Alison K. West)
Located in San Carlos, CA
seamlessly bridges functional design and sculptural art.
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Art Nouveau–Inspired Hand-Knotted Persian Wool Rug with Botanical Motifs, 4x6
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
bridges decorative art and functional craftsmanship
Category
2010s Persian Art Nouveau Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School piano stool with a sculptural design, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
collectible work of art as a functional piece of furniture.
This piece would also be a very good fit in a
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Stools
Materials
Oak, Walnut
French Art Deco Low Foot Stool with Vintage Upholstery Made in the 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
opulent, the functional and the unnecessary. Art Deco is a seducer who, with its cool language, will
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Stools
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Elm
Folks 31 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021
By Serban Ionescu
Located in Antwerp, BE
Serban Ionescu; Folks Series; Functional Art; Sculpture Chair; Armchair; Sidechair; Conversation
Category
2010s Romanian Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Folks 30 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021
By Serban Ionescu
Located in Antwerp, BE
Serban Ionescu; Folks Series; Functional Art; Sculpture Chair; Armchair; Side Chair; Conversation
Category
2010s Romanian Rustic Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Folks 32 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021
By Serban Ionescu
Located in Antwerp, BE
Serban Ionescu; Folks Series; Functional Art; Sculpture Chair; Armchair; Sidechair; Conversation
Category
2010s Romanian Rustic Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Folks 33 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021
By Serban Ionescu
Located in Antwerp, BE
Serban Ionescu; Folks Series; Functional Art; Sculpture chair; Armchair; Sidechair; Conversation
Category
2010s Romanian Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Desk Desk Lamp - Fare France - Chrome Plated and Marble
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Elegant and functional, this 1930s Art Deco desk lamp by Fare features a sleek chrome-plated
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal, Chrome
1920s Art Deco Vanity Dressing Table Attributed to Henry Van De Velde
By Henry van de Velde
Located in Southampton, NY
1920s Art Deco Vanity Dressing Table Attributed to Henry Van De Velde
This dressing table
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Vanities
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Art Deco Christofle Boreal Silver Plated Fish Serving Set Design Luc Lanel
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
distinguished by its clean lines and stylish, functional form, perfectly embodying the Art Deco aesthetic of the
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver Plate
Extraordinary Art and Design Chandelier by Rene Roubicek, 1960s
By Novy Bor Glassworks, Rene Roubicek
Located in Praha, CZ
colorful glass.
He focused on both functional and fine art, frequently creating large and complex glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Bronze Moulin Rouge/ Flapper Balancing Lighted Balls Sculpture
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. The sculpture masterfully merges art and functionality, capturing the whimsy and motion of a walking
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$6,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Daybed, Reupholstered in Vintage Fabric, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
By Josef Frank
Located in Odense, DK
and the opulent, the functional and the unnecessary. Art deco is a seducer who, with its cool language
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Purple Two-Tone Art Glass Bowl, Minimalist Design, Ideal for a Winter Gift.
Located in Bochum, NRW
, functional centerpiece, or collectible art glass.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Persian Art Deco signed by Abdol Mohmmad Amoghli
s workshop
By Abdol Mohammad Amoghli
Located in New York, NY
influencing local artisans. The rugs are seen as functional pieces and works of art representing a cultural
Category
Vintage 1960s Persian Art Deco Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Art Deco Bronze and Marble Goat-Shaped Bookends, France, circa 1930
By Paul Silvestre
Located in Greven, DE
Pair of Art Deco bronze and marble goat-shaped bookends
Continental
Bronze, marble
Early 20th
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco 18kt Gold Bangle Universal Geneve Watch with 4.40 CTW in Diamonds
By Universal
Located in Aventura, FL
functional artistry in true Art Deco fashion.
The substantial 38.2-gram weight and sophisticated two-tone
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Bangles
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
$7,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Nouveau 18k Gold Diamond Pocket Watch, Fob Watch, Escasany
Located in NEWARK, GB
crafted watch is currently running and is the perfect example of functional works of art in fine jewellery
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Pitcher by Colin Melbourne for Beswick, 1960s
By Beswick, Colin Melbourne
Located in Glasgow, GB
condition.
A visually striking yet functional work of ceramic art, it embodies the principles of Modernism
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
$313 Sale Price
35% Off
Hermès Bordeaux Leather Table Lamp Attributed to Dupre Lafon – French Art Deco
By Paul Dupré-Lafon, Hermès
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Hermès home décor, this piece represents an opportunity to own a functional work of art with lasting
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Brown 3-Seater Sofa by Folke Ohlsson for F.H.
By Folke Ohlsson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
icon that gains value over the years and represents a remarkable investment in functional art.
Folke
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Wood
Set of Two Art Deco Style Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces by De Majo, 1970s
By De Majo
Located in Brescia, Brescia
sensibilities—these sconces are both decorative and functional works of art.
Condition: Very good vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Oak
Vibrant Flora Fabric, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
, the functional and the unnecessary. Art Deco is a seducer who, with its cool language, will generously
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric, Oak
Large Early 20th Century Hand Woven Winnowing Basket Folk Art Wall Sculpture
Located in Red Lion, PA
fine weave, showcases the beauty of an object that was once purely functional. Its folk art appeal
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Folk Art Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Hammered Copper Light Fixture
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco ceiling mounted uplight. Crafted with flair, its hammered copper shade suspended from a
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Dutch Art Deco Oak Writing Desk w/ Five Stacked Drawers, P.E.L Izeren Style
By P.E.L. Izeren 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
geometric elegance and functional sophistication that defined Dutch Art Deco design during its golden era
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1934 Art Deco Henry Dreyfuss Washburn Co Potato Masher in The Met Collection
By Henry Dreyfuss
Located in Red Lion, PA
masher by Henry Dreyfuss demonstrates the marriage of functionality, ergonomics, and Art Deco style. Its
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Deco, Octagon Side Table in Birch With Intarsia Top, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
, the stringent and the opulent, the functional and the unnecessary. Art deco is a seducer who, with his
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Birch
French ART NOUVEAU Silver-Plated Crumb Brush and Pan Set by Victor Saglier
By Victor Saglier
Located in TEYJAT, FR
functional example of Art Nouveau design, offering both aesthetic beauty and practicality. It would make a
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Rare Italian Geometric Dry Totem Bar by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, c. 1990
s
By Giovanni Offredi
Located in Deland, FL
colors this dry bar is truly a work of functional art.
Inside, this dry bar contains two circular glass
Category
1990s Italian Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Steel
Rare 1930s Weller Pottery Art Vellum Handled Vessel
By Weller Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite 1930s Weller Pottery Art Vellum Handled Vessel showcases the finest in early 20th
Category
Vintage 1930s American Arts and Crafts Vases
Materials
Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Yellow and Sand Colored Mosaic Berthold Muller Coffee Table
By Berthold Muller
Located in Weesp, NL
: Its clean lines and artistic details make it an iconic piece of functional art that complements both
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Clock with Lamp - Water Carrier Sculpture / Illuminated Nude with Vase
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
functionality and aesthetics of the Art Deco period.
Dimensions:
Width: 53 cm
Depth: 15 cm
Height: 41.5 cm
Category
Antique 1830s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Alabaster, Marble, Spelter
Impressive Vintage French Art Deco Iron Hall Hat
Coat Rack with Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful and functional vintage French art deco hall hat stand having lovely leaf motife, central
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
English Art Deco Silver, Quartz, Onyx
Wood Table Cigarette Box, Ca. 1930s
Located in New York, NY
geometric design elevates a functional object from the late Art Deco era into a true work of applied art
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-Century French Art Deco Rug by Noël Hostens
Located in New York, NY
showcasing hand-knotted craftsmanship, this piece is both a work of fine art and functional textile. Its
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
French Art Deco 1930s Bleached Walnut Bench with Brass Feet and Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
sophisticated accent in a living room or hallway, this bench offers both style and functionality. Its sleek, Art
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Benches
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Lamp, Patinated Bronze and Stained Glass, Tiffany style, 1980
s
By Louis Comfort Tiffany, Tiffany Studios
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
lamp is much more than just a light fixture: it is a functional work of art that will bring elegance
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Ravinet Denfert - 17pc. Art Deco French 950 Sterling Silver Serving Pieces, MINT
By Ravinet D
Enfert
Located in Wilmington, DE
marriage of artistry and functionality embodied in Art Deco design.
The exceptional quality of Ravinet
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sculptural Hand Made Pop Art Dresser, 1992 USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A one of a kind sculptural dresser that doubles as functional furniture and expressive folk art
Category
1990s American Shelves
Materials
Wood, Paint
French Art Deco, Sculptural Stool with Storage, Reupholstered, Made in the 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A luxurious square Art Deco stool with a fine storage room underneath the seat. Birch veenered and
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Stools
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Birch
Italian New Old Stock 1980s Decorative / Jewelry Silver Art Nouveau Box
By Ottaviani
Located in Weesp, NL
combines art, functionality, and historical charm? Look no further than our New Old Stock 1980s Black
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Italian Art Deco Style Silver Leaf White Clear Murano Glass Sculpture Vase
Located in New York, NY
surrounding colors and transform this vase into a superb, unique, and elegant functional Work of Art.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Silver Leaf
1960
s Berber Tribes of Morocco Checkered Moroccan Carpet
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
timeless piece of functional art. Through its meticulous construction and homage to Bauhaus principles
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bauhaus Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Jean Boris Lacroix French Art Deco Pair of Seahorse Table Lamps, 1920
By Jean Boris Lacroix
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
role in defining the luxurious yet functional aesthetics of French Art Deco decorative arts. Today, his
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, ca. 1920.
Add a timeless
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Design Art Glass Vase Jean Claude Novaro (1943-2014) Made 1995 Yellow
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
functional design, such as vases and lighting pieces, often blurring the lines between fine art and
Category
20th Century French Vases
Materials
Art Glass
$1,103 Sale Price
20% Off
Gae Aulenti Oracolo Floor Lamp in Metal and Blow Glass by Artemide 1970 Italy
By Gae Aulenti, Artemide
Located in Cascina, Pisa
; from an industrial train station into a contemporary and functional art museum with a unique
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Functional Art", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Functional Art For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of functional art available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and brass. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of functional art now, or shop our selection of 21 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of functional art you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of functional art made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of functional art over the years, but those crafted by Jim Rose, Lionel Jadot and JZUZ Livingelements are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Functional Art?
The average selling price for a piece of functional art at 1stDibs is $4,285, while they’re typically $75 on the low end and $34,145 for the highest priced.
Questions About Functional Art
- What are the functions of art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024There are a few potential functions of art, and the specific function of a particular piece depends on its subject matter and medium. In some cases, art tells a story from history, everyday life, mythology or religion. Other times, its purpose is to inspire people to think about or feel something about the message that it conveys. For some artists, the function of art is to express religious devotion or to memorialize the image of someone who is notable. Art also enhances the visual appeal of the spaces where it is displayed. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of fine art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024One example of functional art is pottery. The term functional art refers to items produced by artisans that have a function beyond serving as decoration. Pottery fits this definition because it can be used to store items, display flowers, serve foods and more. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between fine and functional art is its purpose. Functional art usually has a practical use. Ceramics, textiles and industrial design are examples of functional art. On the other hand, fine art typically exists to tell a story, convey a message or express an idea. Examples of fine art include paintings, prints and sculptures. Shop a wide variety of fine and functional art on 1stDibs.
More Ways To Browse
By Size
French Art Deco Furniture
Modern Italian Chandeliers
Chandelier Italy Mid Century
1930s Living Room Furniture
Mid Century Italian Art
Vintage Relief
1920 French Furniture
1930s Art Deco Art
Used Crates
1930s Art Deco Furniture
Art Deco Kitchen
Ancient Art
Antique Monogram
Trolley Cart
Vintage Crates
Mid-Century Modern Maple Chairs
1920 French Glass