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Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1930s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
room. Its timeless design and high-quality craftsmanship reflect the Art Deco influences of the era
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Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

German Zenith Art Deco Desk or Table Lamp, 1920
By Zenith
Located in Delft, NL
German Zenith Art Deco desk or table lamp, 1920 An Art Deco bronze desk lamp with a shade of
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20th Century German Table Lamps

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Bronze

Art Deco Metal Vintage Floor lamp Ikora by WMF Germany circa 1928
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage floor lamp or uplighter executed by Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik WMF, circa
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Brass, Iron

Art Deco Round Brass and Opal Glass Chandelier, Attributed to Kaiser, Germany
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A stunning, round eight - light Art Deco brass and opal glass chandelier attributed to Kaiser
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Flush Mount

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Brass

Art Déco Wardrobe, 1920s
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful Art Deco wardrobe from the 1920s. High-quality solid teak corpus with three doors, four
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Formica, Teak

Big Chandelier Style: Art Deco , 1920, German in Chromed Bronze and Glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp Material: Chromed bronze, glass. Style: Art Deco Country: German. If you are looking
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Art Deco 6 Light German Silver Candelabrum Centrepiece, Made c. 1930 in Bremen
By Bremen Guild of Handicraft
Located in London, London
for Handcrafted Silverwork), this incredibly stylish, Art Deco design, German 835 Standard Silver
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Silver

Hand-painted lantern lamp with spring flowers Art Deco, Germany 1920s
Located in Hannover, DE
Let yourself be enchanted by this charming lantern lamp from the beginning of the last century. Look at the hand-painted magnolias, bellflowers, clover flowers and shamrocks that bea...
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cut Glass

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Covered Vase Germany circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco period sterling silver covered vase from Germany circa 1930. The round baluster shape
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Mid-20th Century German Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Déco Porcelain mask "Portrait of a young woman" KPM Berlin, Germany 1930s.
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Köln, NW
Art Déco porcelain mask "Portrait of a young woman". KPM Berlin, Germany 1930. Design: Hermann
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

German Pforzheim 1915 Art Deco Guilloché Enameled Box In .935 Sterling Silver
By Pforzheimer Bugholzmöbel Dietz Co.
Located in Miami, FL
, during the art deco period back in the 1915-20 This beautiful box was carefully crafted with impeccable
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Vintage 1910s German Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Deco dancer by Fritz Paul Zimmer, Germany, ca 1920
Located in Delft, NL
Art Deco dancer by Fritz Paul Zimmer, Germany, ca 1920 A bronze dancer in Art Deco style on wooden
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Early 20th Century German Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco German Ceramic Bowl with Lid from Carstens Pottery
Located in Hamburg, DE
Art Deco German Ceramic Bowl with Lid from Carstens Pottery, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920
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20th Century German Decorative Baskets

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco German Studio Pottery Vase by Richard Uhlemeyer, 1940s
By Richard Uhlemeyer
Located in Hamburg, DE
Art Deco German Studio Pottery Vase by Richard Uhlemeyer, 1940s, in Very Good conditions. Designed
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20th Century German Vases

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Ceramic

Art Deco Marbled Cream Opaline Bronze Pendant with Tassel, Germany 1920s 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant Art Deco pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany during the Bauhaus Period in
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Art Deco Chrome Table Lamp with Glass Shade and Marble Base, 1940s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Art Deco Chrome Table Lamp with Glass Shade and Marble Base, 1940s, Germany Executed in massive
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Table Lamps

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Brass

2 Sconces in Bronze and Glass, Style: Art Deco, Year: 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: bronze and glass To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

12 Sconces in Chrome and Glass, Style, Art Deco, Year, 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: chrome and glass To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Vintage Brass Art Deco Can and Bowl by Kupo, Germany 1920-1930
Located in Roma, IT
Art Deco can and bowl is an original decorative pair of objects realized between the 1920s and the
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls

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Brass

2 Sconces in bronze and Glass, Style, Art Deco, Year, 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: Chrome and glass To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

2 Sconces in bronze and Glass, Style, Art Deco, Year, 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: Chrome and glass To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

2 Sconces in bronze and Glass, Style, Art Deco, Year, 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: Chrome and glass To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Bauhaus Art Deco Ikora Art Glass Bowl by WMF in Germany, circa 1930s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Metallwarenfabrik), 1930s Bauhaus Art Deco. It is made of glass with crackled details in green tones, raised on a
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Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Bruno Paul (1874-1968), German architect. Art Deco table lamp in polished brass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bruno Paul (1874-1968), German architect. Art Deco table lamp in polished brass. Circa 1930s
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

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Brass

Art Déco Showcase, 1920s
Located in Neuss, NW
Unique Art Deco Showcase from the 1920s. High-quality corpus in walnut veneer with two glass doors
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Cupboards

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Glass, Wood, Walnut

Art Deco Style Marbled Pale Rose and Brown Glass Flush Mount, Germany, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
, Germany, 1950s This charming Art Deco style flush mount ceiling light features a gently domed marbled
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Flush Mount

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Metal

Vintage Art Deco Bronze Bulldog Figurine Frenchie Statue Paperweight, Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
1940s German Bronze Bulldog Figurine – Art Deco, Patinated Finish A finely cast bronze bulldog
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Vintage 1940s Austrian Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Deco armchair, 1930
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The Art Deco armchair comes in its original upholstery, which appears as good as new. The armchair
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Big Hanging Lamp German in Opaline, Chromed Bronze, 1920, Style Art. Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Amaizing hanging lamp Material: Chromed bronze, opaline glass, glass Style: Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Chandelier in Opaline Glass and Chromed Bronze, Style: Art Deco, German, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp Material: Chromed bronze, opaline glass Style: Art Deco Country: German If you are
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

WMF, Germany. Large "Ikora" Art Deco bowl with three feet, silver-plated. 1940s
Located in København, Copenhagen
WMF, Germany. Large "Ikora" Art Deco bowl with three feet, silver-plated with brass inlay
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls

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Silver Plate, Brass

Set of Six Chic Ebonized Modernist Chroom Bauhaus Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Antwerp, BE
and four normal chairs. German Art Deco black enameled wood armchair with chrome trim having a shaped
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Armchairs

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Metal

Rare Art Deco Bauhaus German Zenith Brass Glass Table Lamp
By Zenith
Located in New York, NY
aesthetic in keeping with the German style of Bauhaus while having an Art Deco nod with the acanthus incised
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Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Table Lamps

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Brass

Art Déco Roller Shutter Cabinet
Located in Neuss, NW
Unique Art déco roller shutter cabinet from the 1920s. Corpus in dark stained oak veneer with
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Cabinets

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Oak

Art Deco Chrome Table Lamp with Sphere by Sölken Leuchten, Germany, 1970s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Leuchten in Germany during the 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Table Lamps

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Chrome

Art Deco German Green Glass Jug by Prof. Bruno Mauder, 1930s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Art Deco German Green Glass Jug by Prof. Bruno Mauder for Zwiesel Theresienthal, 1930s, in Very
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20th Century German Pitchers

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Glass

W.M.F. Silver Plate Jardinière with Glass, Art Deco Period, Germany, circa 1920
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
W.M.F. Silver plate jardinière with glass, Art Deco period, Germany, circa 1920.
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Silver Plate

Pair of Monumental Size Brass and Glass Art Deco Chandeliers Vintage, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous pair of monumental size brass and glass Art Deco chandeliers. Each is in very good
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Art Deco Vintage Black Chrome Table Lamp Desk Lamp Max Schumacher, 1934, Germany
By Max Schumacher
Located in Vienna, AT
An Art Deco vintage black chrome table lamp or desk lamp designed by Max Schumacher 1934 Germany
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal

WMF, Germany, Large Art Deco Ikora Bowl in Plated Silver Inlaid with Brass
Located in København, Copenhagen
WMF, Germany. Large Art Deco Ikora bowl in plated silver inlaid with brass. 1940s. In excellent
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls

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Silver Plate, Brass

Art Deco Vase by Carl Fischer Incised Decor, Pastel Turquoise, 1920 s, Germany
By Carl Fischer
Located in Andernach, DE
Absolutely rare piece & fantastic art deco shape and design by Carl Fischer from the late 20s to
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vases

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Ceramic

Green Bauhaus Art Deco Vintage Table Lamp Metal by Max Schumacher, 1934, Germany
By Max Schumacher
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage table lamp from green metal by Max Schumacher, 1934 Germany. We present a
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal

Art Deco Style Octagonal Frame Glass Flush Mount, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Style Octagonal Frame Glass Single Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s Sculptural very
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Art Deco vintage armchair, 1930
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
An Art Deco armchair with an exceptional floral pattern. The light ochre fabric features a design
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric

2 French Sconces in Chrome and Glass, Style, Art Deco, Year, 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: Chrome and glass To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

2x Art Deco Hanging lamps germany around 1920s with original old glass shades
Located in Wien, AT
2x Art Deco Hanging lamps germany around 1920s Original old glass shades Brass polished and stove
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opal, Brass

Set of 4 Art Deco inspired bar stools by GO-IN Design Munich, Germany 1980s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a set of 4 Art Deco inspired Bar Stools. They are done in cast
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Stools

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Aluminum

2 Big Sconces in Chrome and Glass, Style, Art Deco, Year, 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: Chrome and glass To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

2 Big Sconces in Chrome and Glass, Style, Art Deco, Year, 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: Chrome and glass To take care of your
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

2 French Sconces in Bronze and Glass, Style: Art Deco, Year: 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Wall light in Material: bronze and glass Chic and Elegant To
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Art Deco Era Vintage Bauhaus Chromed Metal Glass Bar Cart or Cart, 1930s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Era vintage Bauhaus chromed metal black glass bar cart or cart, which was designed 1930s
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal

Amaizing Pair of Art Deco Table Lamps in opaline and chrome, German, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Materia: chromed and opalina Style: Art Deco Country: German To take care of your property and the
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

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Chrome

Enchanting French Art Deco Sculpture of Lady with Fan and German Shepherd
Located in Hopewell, NJ
French Art Deco sculpture possibly by Tedd, France, 1930s. "Lady and German shepherd". Cold painted
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

Art Deco Bronze ‘Juggler’ Figural Table Lamps by Roland Paris, German circa 1920
By Roland Paris
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An unusual pair of Art Deco patinated bronze ‘Juggler’ figural table lamps, by Roland Paris
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps

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Bronze

Big Table Lamp, Art Deco Style, German Ceramic Original 1970s
Located in Berlin, BE
Extraordinary large table lamp from the 1970s in Art Deco style. Company: FEESE Its imposing
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Ceramic, Fabric

French Art Deco Gilt Bronze German Shepherd Dog and Black Marble Bookends
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Art Deco gilt bronze German shepherd dog and black marble bookends. This beautiful pair of
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Style Vinyl Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1955
Located in Vienna, AT
Large Mid-century Vinyl flush mount, Germany 1950 Dimensions 24.4" x 24.4" x 7.8" Large flush
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Aluminum

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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

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
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2022
    There 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art 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, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    In 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, 2024
    The 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.