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German Art Deco Antique Bronze Sculpture “Stalking Panther”, Wilhelm Schade
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A distinctly Art Deco modeling of a Stalking Panther with an overall mechanistic aesthetic, the
Category
20th Century German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
GRI germany Art Deco polychrome porcelain Owl on books 1930.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and big Art deco polychrome porcelain circa 1930 OWL ON BOOKS stamped GRI with glass
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
German Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling pendant Light 1900
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Art Deco matte glass and brass pendant light.
Germany, 1910
Lamp sockets: 1 E27 (US E26
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Dumler
Breiden Attributed German Art Deco Pottery Lidded Punch Pot
By Dümler
Breiden
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Art Deco German pottery lidded punch pot or soup tureen decorated in brightly
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pottery
German Art Deco Lamps, Original Condition, 1930s, Bakelite and Glass
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
German lamp 20th century, original condition, Period 1930-1939
We guarantee safe a the
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Milk Glass, Bakelite
German Art Deco Suspension Light, Enameled Glass and Brass, 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unique Bauhaus inspired glass pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,177 Sale Price
36% Off
German Art Deco Sterling Silver
Mahogany Cigar Box by Dunhill
By Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco sterling silver and mahogany cigar/trinket box by Dunhill Features a large unused monogram
Category
Vintage 1920s German Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
German Art Deco Beige Wall Clock with Black Numerals by Welby
By Welby Clock Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1940s/early 1950s, Germany).
Blending Art Deco with early atomic/Mid-Century design, this piece works
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
German Art Deco Hamburger Kontorstuhl Armchair with blue upholstery , 1930s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant office chair from the city of Hamburg, Germany made of solid wood.
A functional design of
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Soccer Player, German Art Deco Patinated Bronze Sculpture, ca. 1930’s
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco
Soccer Player
Patinated Bronze Sculpture
Germany, ca. 1930’s
DIMENSIONS
Height: 9.5
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bauhaus German Art Deco Blue Texture Glazed Squat Round Vase
By Bauhaus
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Art Deco Bauhaus attributed modernist vase decorated in blue textured glazes dating
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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Vases
Materials
Pottery
Rare German Art Deco Desk Set, 1940
s, Set of 4
Located in Lisboa, PT
This rare desk set was designed and produced in Germany, during the 1940's. It consists on a knives
Category
Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Brass
$939 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Table in Bronze and Glass with Tray, 1930, German, Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Table
Material: bronze and glass
Germany
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Serving Tables
Materials
Bronze
German Art Deco Pottery Ceramic Horse Sculpture Figurine After Franz Marc
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
An outstanding Art Deco ceramic horse sculpture inspired by the painting "The Red Horses IV" as
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
$1,993 Sale Price
20% Off
Huge German Art Deco Polished Brass and Frosted Glass Chandelier, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A huge Art Deco German polished brass and striped frosted glass chandelier, 1930s.
Socket: 12 x
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
original 3 Light German Art Deco Flush Mount, 1920s or older
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous brass metal and glass flush mount by a german manufacturer made in the 1920s - 1930s
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
German Art Deco Oak Filing Cabinet / Bank of Drawers, circa 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
This filing cabinet was produced during the 1950s in Germany. The cabinet features 25 drawers with
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Vintage 1950s Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Early German Art Deco Milk and Frosted Glass Luzette Pendant , 1900s
By Peter Behrens
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An early German art nouveau milk and frosted pendant with brass mount, ca.1900s.
Socket: one E27 or
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
German Art Deco 1920
s 10 Karat Gold Guilloche Enamel Locket Pendant
By Ernst Gideon Bek 1
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Attributed to German jeweler Ernst Gideon Bek (1872-1945) 10K gold beautiful pink floral design
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare WMF Ikora Patinated Brass Centerpiece Bowl, Germany, Art Deco circa 1930
By WMF Ikora
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking and sculptural Ikora centerpiece bowl by WMF, produced in Germany circa 1930.
Executed
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
Gustav Adolf Bredow for Rosenthal Germany Art Deco 1934 Reclining Nude figurine
Located in St. Louis, MO
Large Rosenthal Germany porcelain c. 1934 reclining Art Deco nude figure by Gustav Adolph Bredow
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Antique / Vintage German Art Deco Objects 1920-1930 Spritz Decor
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Art Deco 1920s-1930s plates. A butter base of a lamp, a jug and a serving bowl.
Overall
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Dinner Plates
Materials
Earthenware
$1,158 Sale Price / set
20% Off
German Art Deco Marbled Amber Color Glass and Copper Pendant Light, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
An Art Deco marbled amber color glass and copper pendant light from the 1930s, Germany.
This
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
German Art Deco Period Alabaster 3-Light Hanging Pendant Lantern, ca. 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
the dome shaped alabaster bowl with light veining suspended from small chains and attached to the fixture with stylized brass fittings, wired with 3 lights on the interior
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
German Art Deco Bauhaus Pendant Lamp by Peter Behrens for Siemens, 1920s
By Siemens, Peter Behrens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Bauhaus pendant lamp.
Design by Peter Behrens for Siemens
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$1,756 Sale Price
20% Off
German Art Deco Height Adjustable Bronzed Brass and Bakelite Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual Art Deco table lamp was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1920s to 1930s. It
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
One of German Art Deco Opaline Glass and Nickel Sconces Wall Light
Located in Berlin, DE
One of... beautiful Art Deco wall light.
Germany
Lamp sockets: 1 E27 (US E26).
Category
20th Century German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Nickel, Brass
German Art Deco Enameled Satin Glass, Marble and Aluminum Table Lamps, 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
the Art Deco / Bauhaus period. They are made of bronzed brass and have got pale pink / salmon colored
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
Brass Fox Animal Figural Cigar Cutter and Ashtray, Vintage German Art Deco 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Nuremberg, Germany.
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Brass
Historical Swiss German Art Deco Modern Production Swivel Stool Patinated Oak
By Giroflex Stoll, Stoll
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Historical Mid-Century Modern Swiss German Industrial swivel stool by Albert Stoll II for Giroflex
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Steel
Set of Antique / Vintage German Art Deco 1920 Eva Ziesel Stricker Schramberg Jar
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A lovely set of 4 Schramberg Bauhaus Art Deco Ceramics by Eva Ziesel Stricker,
1920s Art Deco.
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Dinner Plates
Materials
Earthenware
$1,784 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Antique / Vintage German Art Deco 1920 Eva Ziesel Stricker Schramberg Jar
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A lovely set of 4 Schramberg Bauhaus Art Deco Ceramics by Eva Ziesel Stricker fruit strainers
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Earthenware
$1,120 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Ernst Seger, David and Lion, German Art Deco Patinated Bronze Sculpture, c. 1920
By Ernst Seger
Located in New York, NY
, organized by the Verein Berliner Künstler).
At the Great German Art Exhibitions Seger was, until his
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
German Art Deco Diffuna Table Lamp by Karl Trabert for Schaco Schanzenbach Co.
By Schaco, Karl Trabert
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant table lamp from Schaco based on a design by Karl Trabert from the 1930s. Here is a very rare version of the Diffuna with a metal shade.
A special detail is the striking base...
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Gorgeous WMF Ikora Glass Table Lamp Foot, Vintage German Art Deco, 1930s
By WMF Ikora
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful "WMF" German Ikora glass lamp in a tantalizing color palette of greens and black, having
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Art Deco Oak and Marble Occasional Table
By Bruno Paul
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual French of German Art Deco table, wonderful patina, great scale, proportion. Retains
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Tables
Materials
Griotte Marble
Mauthe Art Deco Walnut Mantel Clock
Located in Queens, NY
German Art Deco walnut mantel clock with round chrome clock rim and numbers (with MAUTHE metal
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20th Century German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal
Mauthe Art Deco Walnut Mantel Clock
Located in Queens, NY
German Art Deco walnut mantel clock with round chrome clock rim and numbers (with MAUTHE metal
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Clock Kienzle Art Decò Heinrich Johannes Möller 1950
By Heinrich Möller
Located in Biella, IT
Kienzle Production Germany art decò Heinrich Johannes Möller design years ’50
8 days , gold
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Marbled Rose Opal Glass Globe Pendant , 1920s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A German art deco marbled rose opal glass ball pendant with aluminium canopy, 1920s.
Socket: one
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Rare 1930s Art Deco German Porcelain Orientalist Style Figural Tea Strainer
Located in Red Lion, PA
Rare 1930s German Art Deco Porcelain Orientalist Figural Tea Strainer
This exquisite German Art
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Tea Sets
Materials
Metal
Art Deco 1930
s Serving Barware Drinks Tray
Located in Devon, England
A cute size and original 1930's German Art Deco tray featuring a lovely reverse painted design on
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Barware
Materials
Glass, Softwood, Paint
Art Deco 1930
s Serving Barware Drinks Tray
Located in Devon, England
A cute size and original 1930's German Art Deco tray featuring a lovely reverse painted design on
Category
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Barware
Materials
Glass, Softwood, Paint
Blue and Brown Animal Art Deco Stoneware Ceramic Table Lamp 1940 Design
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Germany
Art deco ceramic table lamp, circa 1940.
Original blue and brown stoneware ceramic
Category
20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
1930
s German Deco China Cabinet Hutch
Located in Oakland, CA
1930s German Art Deco Cabinet crafted from walnut, featuring a pair of sliding glass doors and
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Opaline Glass
Burnished Brass Ball Pendants with Tassel, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
German Art Deco Opaline Pendants, 1930s, Bauhaus era
The lights feature elegant German Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Bakelite
Opaline Table Lamp, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco table lamp or bedside light was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Bakelite Handled Appetizer Forks in a Cube-Form Bakelite Stand
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of three German Art Deco appetizer forks marked "Rostfrei" (Stainless) with butterscotch
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Barware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Art Deco Bakelite
Opaline Table Lamp, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco table lamp or bedside light was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Austrian or German Small Ceramic Glazed Bowl in Green with Mice
Located in New York, NY
A delightlful Austrian or German Art Deco glazed ceramic bowl in green. Two white glazed mouse
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Clay
Pair of Art Deco silver six-light candelabra by Wilkens
Söhne circa 1930
By M.H. Wilkens
Söhne
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A very handsome pair of German Art deco period 6-light/ six-arm solid .830 silver candelabra
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Candelabras
Materials
Silver
Loetz Klostermühle Art Deco Glass Vase or Bowl 1930s Orange Red Purple White
By Loetz Glass
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful German Art Déco hand blown glass vase (or high bowl) by Loetz Klostermühle Bohemia
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Extremely Rare Art Déco Champagne Cooler from the Company WMF, Documented
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Köln, NW
Extremely unusual rare German Art Déco champagne cooler from the company WMF. Metal silver plated
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wine Coolers
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Silver Plated Chiller Jug, Wine, Ice Cold from Germany
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
German Art Deco Crystal and Silver Plated Chiller Jug, Chilled Wine, Ice Cold Lemonade or Beer
Category
20th Century Art Deco Pitchers
Materials
Crystal
Karl Wiedmann for WMF Art Deco Myra Kristal Iridescent Miniature Art Glass Vase
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Finely made German Art Deco Myra Kristal miniature art glass vase by Karl Wiedmann for WMF
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Two-Light Bronze Lamp Zodiac by Hans Zametzer, Germany, ca. 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
German Art Deco two-light bronze lamp zodiac by Hans Zametzer from circa the 1920s.
This impressive
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Elegant Art Deco Brass and Green Opaline Glass Chandelier, Germany 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Elegant Art Deco Brass and Green Opaline Glass Chandelier, Germany 1930s
This exceptional
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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German Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the German art deco you’re looking for. Each German art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and wood. Find 1803 options for an antique or vintage German art deco now, or shop our selection of 45 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a German art deco — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A German art deco made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Rosenthal and Kienzle Clocks each produced at least one beautiful German art deco that is worth considering.
How Much is a German Art Deco?
The average selling price for a German art deco at 1stDibs is $1,419, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $60,000 for the highest priced.
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 German Art Deco
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What does Art Deco ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
- What era was Art Deco rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
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