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Antique Art Deco German Silver Bread Dish, Circa 1900
By Körner
Proll
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique German silver bread dish in the Art Deco style; an addition to our
Category
20th Century German Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Lamp, 1920, in chrome , German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Table lamp Art deco
Materia: chrome
Style: Art Deco
Country: German
To take care of your property
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Flapper Porcelain Powder Puff, Germany, 1920s
By Carl Schneider
Located in Lisbon, PT
, renowned for detailed and expressive half dolls.
Perfect for collectors of Art Deco, German porcelain, or
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
$1,314 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Porcelain Ballerina Jewelry or Powder Box, Germany, 1930s
Located in Lisbon, PT
This exquisite Art Deco German porcelain powder or jewelry box, dating to circa 1930, features a
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20th Century German Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Porcelain
$1,916 Sale Price
30% Off
Art Deco German Ceramic Vase from Jasba, 1940s
By Jasba
Located in Hamburg, DE
Art Deco German Ceramic Vase from Jasba, 1940s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949 This
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20th Century German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Purple Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Purple Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Two Art Deco Glass Vases, Germany, 1930-1940s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Two Art Deco glass vases, Germany. With horizontal silver inlays.
1930/40s.
In excellent
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Two Art Deco Glass Vases, 1930-1940s, Germany
Located in København, Copenhagen
Two Art Deco glass vases, Germany. With silver inlays.
1930/40s.
In excellent condition with
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Floor Lamp Art Deco 1920, German, Material, Chrome
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Floor lamp Art Deco
Material: chrome
German
1920
You want to live in the golden years, those are
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Style Teapot with Infuser, Germany circa 1950
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art Deco Style Teapot with Infuser, Germany, circa 1950
Elegant teapot with infuser made of blown
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Original Vintage Travel Poster Germany Berlin Art Deco Dzubas Deutschland
Located in London, GB
. 1887) for the country's capital city featuring a stunning Art Deco painting depicting historic
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Art Déco porcelain figurine" Sitting bulldog" . Germany 1920s. Signed.
By Porzellanfabrik Fraureuth
Located in Köln, NW
Fine Art Déco porcelain figurine "Sitting bulldog" on plinth.
Germany 1920s
Design: Doris Adler
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
WMF, Germany. Two small Art Deco "Ikora" bowls
Located in København, Copenhagen
WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), Germany.
Two small Art Deco "Ikora" bowls. Beautiful
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Revival Transparent Box by WMF Germany, 1970s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish plexiglass and silver-plate box by WMF in Germany. Made during the 1970s and art deco
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Tall Ceramic Sepia Dress Lady, German, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Beautiful Art Deco figurine of a lady in a striking sepia floral dress in a dance pose. No factory
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Tall Ceramic Green Dress Lady, German, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Beautiful Art Deco figurine of a lady in a striking green dress in a dance pose. No factory mark to
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Marbled Opaline Glass Pendant, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s.
The light features a
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Brass Piano Lamp, Soelken - Germany, 1970s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Schwerin, MV
Very solid piano lamp made of brass, West Germany, approx. 1970s - 1980s by the Sölken company
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Pair of Cinema Sconces, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Pair of Cinema Sconces, 1940s, Germany
Very nice high quality wall lamps
Plexiglass
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
$1,662 / set
Art Deco porcelain scent lamp with geometric form. Ca. 1930s, Germany.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Art Deco porcelain scent lamp with geometric form.
Decorated with colorful architectural and
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, German, 1920, Style: Art Deco in chrome and Opaline
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp
Material: Chromed , opaline glass
Style: Art Deco
Country: German
To take care of
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Industrial Cinema Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Industrial Cinema Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Industrial ceiling lamp with 2
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Art Deco Style White Porcelain Sconce 1980s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco style wall light or sconce from porcelain in white color, 1980s Germany.
A beautiful
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain
Art Deco Rare Ceramic Perfume Vanity Set, German, c1930
Located in Devon, England
1930's Art Deco German half doll related ladies perfume vanity set . Two perfume bottles with glass
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Dinanderie Ikora Bowl by WMF, Germany
By Paul Haustein, WMF Ikora
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This is a significant and exceptionally sought-after WMF Ikora art deco dinanderie bowl, is
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Antique German Lifebuoy with Strong Patina – Early 20th Century
Located in Hamburg, DE
This authentic 20th-century German lifebuoy is a rare maritime artifact with exceptional decorative
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Antiquities
Materials
Canvas, Foam
Vintage Decorative Vase, German, Ceramic, Baluster Urn, Art Deco, Midcentury
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative vase and cover. A German, ceramic baluster urn in Art Deco taste
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Hanging Lamp in Chrome , German, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp.
Material: Chrome
Style: Art Deco
Country:German
To take care of your property and
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
This lamp works with E27 light bulb
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Copper German Perpetual Desk Calendar c.1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original German perpetual desk calendar. Change the day of the week and date by pressing
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Scientific Instruments
Materials
Marble, Copper
Art Deco Hanging Lamp in Chrome 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp
Material: chrome
Style: Art Deco
Country:German
To take care of your property and the
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco German Ceramic Bowl from Jasba
By Jasba
Located in Hamburg, DE
Art Deco German Ceramic Bowl from Jasba, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949 I have
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20th Century German Serving Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Chandelier, Germany, 1930
s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of Glass, metal, copper
5xE27 orE26bulb
Re-polished
With aged patina
Good Original condition.
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
Art Deco Bakelite Fruit Knife Set with Stand German Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Art Deco Bakelite fruit knife set from the 1930's. Made in Germany. Multi colored bakelite handled
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Stainless Steel
2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells, 1930s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells
Super decorative.
Will be sent in 2 packages because of
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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Antiquities
Materials
Iron
$1,068 / set
Vintage Art Deco Brass Vase, Germany, 1920-1930
Located in Roma, IT
. Made in Germany.
The label of Eugen Zint is present on the base.
Original brass beiden.
Good
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Brass
$407 Sale Price
30% Off
Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German, Material: chrome bronze
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
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We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
WMF art deco jewelry box germany around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
WMF art deco jewelry box germany around 1920s
Very beautiful execution
Brass polished and stove
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Brass
Bavaria german porcelain Art Deco circa 1930 Parrots polycrhomed.
By Mitterteich Bavaria Porcelain
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible couple Art Deco in porcelain polycrhome parrots circa 1930.
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Art Deco Lyon by R. Pauschinger, German, Material: Bronze
By Rudolf Pauschinger
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art deco sculpture in Bronze
Rudolf Pauschinger
Rudolf Pauschinger was born in 1882 in Schwäbisch
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco WMF Vase "Ikora" Germany Around 1930s
Marked
By WMF Ikora
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco WMF Vase "Ikora" Germany around 1930s ( marked )
Brass lacquered.
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Brass
Vintage Franz Hermle Art Deco Green Desk Clock Germany
By Hermle
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Hermle Desk Clock Art Deco Wind Up Mechanical
Nonfunctioning
6.5 h x 7 w x 3d
Preowned vintage
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Wall Lamp Olympia Golden, Germany 1990s
Located in Hannover, DE
Art Deco wall lights are absolutely stunning, and they're in one of the most luxurious designs you'll
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf
Green Art Deco Glass Small Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Green Art Deco Glass Small Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pink Glass Art Deco Style Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pink Glass Art Deco Style Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Marbled Opaline Glass
Brass Pendant, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This minimalist Art Deco semi flush mount was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gold-Plated Vintage Tray by Henniger
Co Art Deco Germany, 1930s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Gold-plated vintage tray by Henniger
Co Art Deco Germany, 1930s
Great gold-plated tray with
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20th Century German Art Deco Platters and Serveware
Materials
Metal
Restored Art Deco Oak Storage Shelf Cabinet, Germany 1930s — Bauhaus Shelving
Located in Praha, CZ
Restored Art Deco/Bauhaus shelf cabinet from Germany, dating to the 1930s, constructed of solid
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Plywood
$361 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Female Face in Hand Painted Glazed Ceramics, Germany, 1950s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Art Deco female face in hand painted glazed ceramics, Germany, 1950s.
Measures: 18.5 x 13 cm.
In
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
German Midcentury Art Deco Sideboard
Located in Dallas, TX
Outstanding German midcentury Art Deco inlaid rosewood sideboard, circa 1960. Perfect for today's
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Vintage 1960s Buffets
Materials
Rosewood
Original Vintage Travel Advertising Poster Berlin Germany Jupp Wiertz Art Deco
By Jupp Wiertz
Located in London, GB
Reichsbahnzentrale fur den Deutschen Reiseverkehr featuring a stunning Art Deco design by the notable German graphic
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), Germany. Two Art Deco "Ikora" bowls.
Located in København, Copenhagen
WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), Germany.
Two Art Deco "Ikora" bowls. Beautiful green
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Green Glass Art Deco Style Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Green Glass Art Deco Style Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage
Category
Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Burnished Brass
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
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Big Art Deco Desk Lamp, 1920, Material: Bronze, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Desk lamp Art deco.
Material: Bronze
Style: Art Deco
Country: German
To take care of your property
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
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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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Is Toulouse-Lautrec Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The work of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec falls into the Art Nouveau style, which was prevalent approximately during the period of 1890-1910. Following the Art Nouveau period was the Art Deco era, which is usually defined as the era between 1920 and 1930. Toulouse-Lautrec died in 1901 putting his art in the era of Art Nouveau, but certain aspects of it definitely hint at the coming Art Deco style considering the definite overlap of the two movements. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 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.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 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.
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