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Art Deco Figurine Spanish Lady Dancer
Carmen
Rosenthal Germany height 15.94 in
By Schwartzkopff
Located in Vienna, AT
Germany
Dating: manufactured circa 1934
Material and technique: porcelain / chinaware / painted
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Decorative flower vase, pink colored glass, Walther glass, Art Deco, Germany
By Walther Glass
Located in Wien, AT
An extremely decorative flower vase, an original from the Art Deco period, most likely from the
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
20th Century Art Déco/Jugendstil Golden Metal Tankard by Kayserzinn, Germany
By Kayserzinn 1
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Art Déco/Jugendstil golden metal tankard by Kayserzinn, Germany
By: Kayserzinn
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Barware
Materials
Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc
Large Art Deco Figure Group
Young Love
by J. Limburg Rosenthal, Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in Vienna, AT
/ Germany
Dating: manufactured circa 1925
Material and technique: porcelain / chinaware / painted
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German, Material: Wood, chrome and glass
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
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Reclining Chair Made in 1930s Germany by Thonet, Restored Matte Finish
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Art Deco Reclining chair made in 1930s Germany by Thonet. Restored matte finish.
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Small art deco porceilain wall lamp germany around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Small art deco porceilain wall lamp germany around 1920s
Original condition
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain
4 Monumental Chandeliers Art Deco, Material, Opaline Glass, German, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
4 Hanging lamps
Material: Opaline glass
Style: Art Deco
Country: Italian
To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Antique Art Deco Wig Stand Head, Polychrome Hardwood, Germany, 1920
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
surface.
The use of polychrome paint was typical of the Jugendstil and Art Déco styles that were popular
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Art Deco Bookcase, 1930, German, wood: ash root, Sign: Deutsche WK Mobel
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bookcase Art Deco
Year: 1930
Country: Germany
Wood and glass
Finish: polyurethanic lacquer
It is
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Glass
Large Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Glass Shade, Brass Canopy, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large Art Deco rod pendant lamp with a decorated, UFO-shaped glass shade from the 1930s. The glass
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Pendant Light with Pink Glass Shade, Brass, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Art Deco pendant light with rod suspension and marbled, spherical glass shade. The pink glass shade
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Spotlight Olympia Art Deco Gold By Bernd Beisse, Germany 1990s
Located in Hannover, DE
. We're sure that's not a problem for lovers of this work of art. There are also four wall lights by the
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
Art Deco Marbled Glass Chandelier, Orange Alabaster Style, 1920s, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
.
Just so Berlin in it's 20s!
This art glass might have been made in Murano, although also in Germany
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$844 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Chrome Industrial Ceiling Lamp by Kaiser
Co., 1930s, Germany
By Kaiser and Co
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Chrome Industrial Ceiling Lamp by Kaiser & Co., 1930s, Germany
Industrial ceiling lamp
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Style Brass and Glass Pair of Sconces, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Style Brass and Glass Pair of Sconces, 1950s, Germany
Very nice high quality wall lamps
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Blue Ceramic Pitcher, France 1930s
By West German Pottery
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Art Deco Blue Ceramic Pitcher, France 1930s
This ceramic pitcher, typically Art Deco, comes from
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Sandstone, Enamel
Art Deco Bauhaus Brass Table Lamp GLEIBO by Hillebrand, Germany 1930s
By Egon Hillebrand
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This vintage large original Hillebrand brass desk lamp was designed and manufactured in Germany in
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Vintage Chromed Metal Blue Wood Table Lamp 1930s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage chromed tube metal table lamp with blue wooden details., 1930s Germany.
A
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Rare Silver Plated Bauhaus Art Deco Shell Bowl by WMF Ikora, Germany 1930s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
)
AGE: 1930s
Description:
Wonderful art deco element designed and produced by Würtembergische
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Metal
Giant Art Deco Desk Set Extinguishing Cradle made of Serpentine, Germany 1920s
Located in Hannover, DE
, the stone is in perfect condition. The simple, timeless Art Deco design will captivate you and every
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Inkwells
Materials
Serpentine
$512 Sale Price / set
28% Off
Art Deco Brass Industrial Ceiling Lamp by Kaiser
Co., 1930s, Germany
By Kaiser and Co
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Brass Industrial Ceiling Lamp by Kaiser & Co. with 3 fluorescent tubes, 1930s, Germany
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
WMF Model 358 Tea Set, Silver-Plated Bronze, Art Deco, Germany, 1990
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
factory (1853 to the present).
Graham Dry (1906), “Art Nouveau Domestic Metalwork, from
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Deco Tea Sets
Materials
Bronze
$6,544 Sale Price / set
31% Off
Art Deco 800 Silver Spirit Measure with Mark of Wilhelm Binder, Germany
By Wilhelm Binder
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco 800 silver spirit measure of tapered form with a band of beading near the top, Marked with
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver
Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Porcelain Base, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Porcelain Base, 1940s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
German Red Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco
By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Description:
Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass element designed by Karl Wiedmann and produced WMF, Germany in
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Art Deco Dark Copper Vase by Hayno Focken, Germany, 1930s
By Hayno Focken
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Art Deco dark copper vase is an original decorative object realized between the 1930s and
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Copper
Art deco silvered WMF Broom and Shovel, germany circa 1920s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
Art deco silvered WMF Broom and Shovel, germany circa 1920s
Polished
Shovel: H: 3cm W: 21cm D
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Porcelain Powder Jewelry Box With Lady by Kosso, Germany, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
This Art Deco porcelain box features a figurine of a seated woman in a bright yellow dress
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20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Porcelain
$2,252 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Déco Wine Cooler. Silvered, stamped. F.W.Quist, Germany 1920s.
By F. W. Quist
Located in Köln, NW
Rare beautifully shaped Art Déco wine cooler by F.W.Quist, Esslingen Germany 1920s.
The octagonal
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Wine Coolers
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Art Deco Brass Industrial Cinema Sconce with Fluorescent Tubes, 1930s, Germany
By Kaiser and Co
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Brass Industrial Cinema Sconce with two fluorescent Tubes, 1930s, Germany
Industrial
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Chromed Metal Art Deco Table Lamp for WMF Ikora, Germany 1930s
By WMF Ikora
Located in Utrecht, NL
This striking table lamp exemplifies the bold, innovative design principles of the Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Art Deco Exceptional Church Lamp with Yellow Glass Ball , 1930s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Exceptional Church Lamp with Yellow Glass Ball , 1930s, Germany
This lamp works with E27
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Brass Piano Lamp, Adjustable Shade, German Design, Circa 1920
Located in Schwerin, MV
Exceptional Art Deco piano lamp/desk lamp, probably from the 1920s, featuring a decorated shade
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
German 2, 2kg Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF, 1960s Baushaus Art Deco
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
1930s, this item was produced in the 1960s.
Description:
Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Pair Of Vintage Art Deco Figures, German, Decorative Statuette, After F. Preiss
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage Art Deco figures. A German, cellulose and gilt metal decorative
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
Pink Glass and Brass Frame Art Deco Style Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pink Glass and Brass Frame Art Deco Style Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Five-Flamed Art Deco Chandelier or Ceiling Lamp Germany 1930s
Located in Munich, DE
Exceptional and elegant Art Deco chandelier or ceiling lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Bauhaus Cream Opaline Glass and Brass Pendants, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant minimalist Art Deco pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s to
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Triplet Shade Glass and Brass Art Deco Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Triplet Shade Glass and Brass Art Deco Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany
This lamp works with 3x E27
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco dinner service by Sorau Carstens Germany 1920
Located in Delft, NL
Art Deco dinner service by Sorau Carstens Germany 1920
An Art Deco dinner service made by Sorau
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Early 20th Century German Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Art Déco Porcelain Figure Korean Dance by C. Holzer-Defanti Rosenthal Germany
By Constantin Holzer-Defanti, Rosenthal
Located in Vienna, AT
(1899 - 1928) was a German dancer and actress. She studied acting and dance and soon became a star on
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Manual Coffee Grinder, German, Oak, Rotary Bean Mill, Art Deco, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Art Deco period, circa 1930.
Appealing, tactile German example in working order
Displays a desirable
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Brass
Art Déco Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Duck by Gerhard Schliepstein, Germany
By Gerhard Schliepstein
Located in North Miami, FL
: Art Déco, Jugendstil
Place of origin: Germany
With a softly stylized form and serene posture, this
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
Glass Pendant Lamp with Gold Details by Doria, 1960s, Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Glass Pendant Lamp with Gold Details by Doria, 1960s, Germany
This lamp works with E27 light bulb
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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Friedländer Set of 12 German Hammered Silver Cups in Art Deco Style
By Friedlander
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 Friedlander, German silver cups, beautifully hand-hammered, and in Art Deco style, with
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver
Restored Art Deco Chandelier, by P. Behrens, Brass, Milk Glass, Germany, 1910s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
designers, Peter Behrens, representing a fascinating example of early Art Deco with emerging modernist
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Vintage 1910s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco German Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker by Carl Deffner c.1930
By Carl Deffner
Located in Bath, GB
condition dating to the Art Deco era, c.1930. 8 1/4" tall x 3 1/2" in diameter.
Item: 43372
FREE
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Inspired Coffee Table with Onyx Top by Hohnert Design, Germany 1970s
By Hohnert Design
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an absolutely stunning Art Deco inspired coffee table. It features
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Onyx
Vintage Handmade Art Deco Candlestick in Silver Plated Brass, Germany, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage handmade Art Deco candlestick is an original decorative object realized between the 1930s
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Silver Plate
Table Lamp, 1930, Attributed to Christian Dell, German, Style: Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Desk lamp
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
WMF Art Deco Ikora Vase by Paul Haustein, Germany 1930
s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Paul Haustein
Located in Cork, IE
stylized trailing leaves very much in the style of Asian Art Deco motives popular at the time.
This vase
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Vases
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Console Art Deco Style in Walnut with Curved Legs from Germany
Located in Greven, DE
Very filigree light console with beautiful curved legs in Art Deco style. Perfectly finished and
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2010s German Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Walnut
$1,889 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Art Deco Bauhaus Vintage Chromed Metal Glass Shelves Flower Stand 1930s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Bauhaus vintage flower stand or book stand or room divider or shelves from chromed metal
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Shelves
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Plate, 1930, German in Chrome and glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp.
Style: Art Deco
To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
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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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