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Art Deco Wedgwood Celestial Chinese Dragon Lustre Ware Bowl Centerpiece, 1920s
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very elegant Art Deco “Celestial Dragon” pattern lustre bowl of generous proportions and circular
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Luster, Porcelain
Art Deco Low Plafonnier Silver Crystal Chandelier Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
lights: 3-light bulb sockets: E14
Rewired and new sockets!
Art Deco Low Plafonnier silver crystal
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
Zsolnay Pecs Art Deco Eosin Lustre Glazed Floral Decorated Lidded Vase
By Zsolnay
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
with star burst arrangements of leaves in tones of red lustre glazes on a brown glazed ground. The vase
Category
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pottery
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre bowl Daisy Makeig-Jones art deco.
Located in New York, NY
A very finely decorated Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre bowl designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones. The bowl
Art Deco Low Plafonnier Brass Crystal Chandelier Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
pinnacle of Art Deco design. With the greatest care and expertise, this work of art was revived in Berlin
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Art Deco Lustre Limoges Lamps Converted from Vases
Located in Wilton, CT
gilded wooden bases. Wonderful example of Art Deco decoration: bold swaths of contrasting geometric
Category
Early 20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Fine Glass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique Art Deco Chrome Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Restored Antique Chandelier: Expertly Renewed and Ready to Illuminate
Presenting a meticulously restored antique chandelier that has been infused with care and expertise in Berlin. ...
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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wire
Fine Empire Waterfall Chandelier Crystal Sac a Pearl Lamp Lustre Silver Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
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Fine Empire Waterfall Chandelier Crystal Sac a Pearl Lamp Lustre Silver Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Fine Empire Waterfall Chandelier Crystal Sac a Pearl Lamp Lustre Silver Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
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Fine Empire waterfall chandelier crystal sac a pearl lamp lustre silver Art Deco.
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Low Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Art Deco Silver Chrome
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our beloved old chandelier, meticulously and professionally restored in Berlin. Its electrical wiring is fully compatible with the US, having been re-wired and made ready...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Low Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Art Deco Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Exquisite Antique Chandelier: A Restored Masterpiece from the Past
Discover the allure of a bygone era with our meticulously restored antique chandelier, a true labor of love from B...
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Aesthetic Movement Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Fine Empire Waterfall Chandelier Crystal Sac a Pearl Lamp Lustre Silver Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
true masterpiece of Art Deco design. Its silver-plated brass frame and cascading crystal details exude
Category
Late 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Celestial Dragon Art Deco Vase by Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Nottingham, GB
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Celestial Dragon Art Deco Vase by Daisy Makeig-Jones
Good condition
From
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20th Century Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Low Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Art Deco Gold Sparkle
Located in Berlin, DE
For sale is a stunning antique chandelier that has been professionally restored in Berlin. The chandelier has been meticulously re-wired and is now ready to be hung. Not a single cry...
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Aesthetic Movement Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg Sweden, Deco Baluster Lustre Vase Gilt Decoration 1929
By Josef Ekberg
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Art Deco baluster vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg. Green-blue ethereal lustre glaze with hand
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Art Nouveau Brass Chandelier Lustre Ceiling Lamp Rarity Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
We present to you an exquisite Art Nouveau brass chandelier chandelier ceiling light - a real
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Royal Doulton Pair Lustre Glazed Art Pottery Vases with Fish
By Royal Doulton
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A Royal Doulton Art Deco lustre glazed pair art pottery vases decorated with fish dating from
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Blue Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Florentiner Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
carefully restored antique chandelier reminiscent of the Art Nouveau era.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Fairyland Lustre Butterfly Octagonal Bowl Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood Deco, 1925
By Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Daisy Makeig-Jones for Wedgwood, England octagonal bone china bowl with the interior decorated with mother of pearl colored mottlings and three richly decorated butterflies. Exterior...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Lustre Perles De R.Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The perles glass chandelier is made by R.Lalique en white glass in 1931.
It is consisting of 3 different glass bowl, plus a glass central tube.
The signature is molded and sand...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
$18,949
Wedgwood Fairyland Flame Lustre Pillar Vase
By Wedgwood
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Large Fairyland Lustre vase decorated in the Pillar design (pattern number Z5360). Pattern depicts
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pottery
Raymond Subes, Important Cage de Lustre
By Raymond Subes
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Raymond Subes (1891-1970), important chandelier cage, able to make a beautiful wrought and beaten iron coffee table with stylized and animated vegetation patterns of insects, salaman...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Berlin Iron
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Garden of Paradise Lily Tray
By Wedgewood, Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Lily Tray, shape number 2483. Decorated with 'Garden of Paradise' pattern
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Miniature Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Bowl "Celestial Dragons" Daisy Makeig-Jones
By Wedgwood, Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in New York, NY
A very finely decorated miniature Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre bowl designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones
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Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Small Fairyland Lustre Bowl Designed Daisy Makeig Jones for Wedgwood
By Daisy Makeig-Jones, Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A small fairyland lustre bowl designed Daisy Makeig Jones for Wedgwood depicting a landscape on the
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Miniature Lustre Octagonal Bowl by Daisy Makeig-Jones, Wedgwood, c1920
By Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
lustre bowl.
The interior is decorated with mother-of-pearl coloured mottlings, a bold gilded central
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Wedgwood Daisy Makeig-Jones Gilded Dragon Ordinary Lustre Bud Vase #Z4829
By Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Superb Wedgwood Ordinary lustre bud vase by Daisy Makes-Jones.
Dominated by a dramatic gilded
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Low Plafonnier Antique Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Silver Chrome
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our beloved antique chandelier that has been carefully and professionally restored in Berlin. Its electrical wiring is fully USA compatible as it has been rewired and pre...
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Monumental Fairyland Lustre Dragon Bowl Daisy Makeig-Jones for Wedgwood, c1925
By Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Daisy Makeig-Jones for Wedgwood, Fairyland Lustre substantial round bone china centrepiece bowl
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Large Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Bowl Elves Boxing Match
Castle on a Road 1920
By Daisy Makeig-Jones, Wedgwood
Located in Portland, OR
A wonderful large antique Wedgwood Fairyland lustre octagonal porcelain bowl circa 1920.
The bowl
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Mystical Creatures, Golden Wedgwood Lustre Bowl By Daisy Makeig-Jones, c 1925
By Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Sublime tangerine orange and gold lustre bowl by Daisy Makeig Jones for Wedgwood, England.
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Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Fine Beaded Silver Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
Fine beaded silver crystal chandelier antique ceiling lamp Lustre Art Deco.
Measures: Total
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Fine Beaded Cage Purple Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
lustre Art Deco.
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre
Woodland Bridge
Bowl
By Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Wedgwood Fairyland lustre K'ang Hsi bowl. The exterior decorated in the 'Woodland Bridge Variation
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre
Firbolgs
Antique Centre Bowl
By Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Wedgwood fairyland lustre antique centre bowl, decorated with Firbolgs pattern to exterior, and
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood Celestial Dragons Lustre Bowl, circa 1925
By Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine Art Deco Wedgwood lustre bowl decorated in the Celestial Dragons pattern and designed
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
0.95 Carat Sterling Silver Celeste Art Deco Inspired Engagement Plaque Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
features the architectural symmetry and beautiful angular Art Deco design that this era embodies so
Category
2010s English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
Sterling Silver London Designer Emerald Cut Baguette Round Art Deco Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
of Lustre of Lonond's Art Deco Collection, and inspired by the roaring twenties, this beautiful ring
Category
2010s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver London Designer Emerald Cut Baguette Round Art Deco Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
925 sterling silver with a high gloss white rhodium finish.
Part of Lustre of Lonond's Art Deco
Category
2010s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
Royal Doulton Art Deco Green Glazed Lustre Porcelain Vase
By Royal Doulton
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish Art Deco Royal Doulton porcelain vase decorated in green lustre glazes dating from around
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Vases
Materials
Porcelain
6.36 Carat Cubic Zirconia Art Deco Sterling Silver Fancy Flower Tennis Bracelet
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
something totally on-trend, designers Lustre of London believe that every woman should have the chance of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
Crown Devon Fieldings Art Deco Floral Lustre Glazed Art Pottery Vase
By Crown Devon Fieldings
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish Art Deco Crown Devon Fieldings art pottery lustre glazed vase hand painted with floral
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Lustré A Cage Chandelier Crystal Ceiling Antique Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
the lasting elegance of this carefully restored antique chandelier reminiscent of the Art Nouveau era.
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Lustré A Cage Chandelier Crystal Ceiling Antique Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
environment with the lasting elegance of this carefully restored antique chandelier reminiscent of the Art
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron
French Art Deco Lustre Alabaster Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco alabaster chandelier or lustre, French
However the electrification has been redone, all is
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
William Howson Taylor Ruskin Art Deco Large Lilac Lustre Bowl
By Ruskin Pottery
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A large and stylish Art Deco Ruskin lilac lustre glazed art pottery bowl by William Howson Taylor
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Luster, Pottery
Art Deco Cylinder Crystal Chandelier Old Ceiling Special Lustre Rare
Located in Berlin, DE
Small fine rare chandelier
Art Deco Cylinder Crystal Chandelier Old Ceiling Special Lustre Rare
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wire
Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood Large Art Deco Lustre Dragon Vase
By Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A large and impressive Wedgwood art deco lustre glazed vase with a scrolling Chinese dragon by
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood Butterfly Lustre Vase
By Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre, Wedgwood, Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Wedgwood Lustre Butterfly vase designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones circa 1915 as part of her
Category
Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Arabia Finnish Art Deco Pair of Twin Handled Lustre Glazed Art Pottery Vases
By Arabia of Finland
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning and scarce pair Finnish Art Deco twin handled art pottery vases decorated in lustre
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg, Shaped Lustre Gilt Centrepiece Dish Art Deco, 1929
By Josef Ekberg
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Art Deco large centrepiece by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg. Sea green ethereal lustre glaze with
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Carlton Ware Art Deco Rouge Royal Lustre Mikado Pattern Pottery Vase
By Carlton Ware Ltd
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A finely made Art Deco Carlton Ware pottery Rouge Royal Mikado pattern vase dating between 1935 and
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pottery
Art Deco Low Plafonnier Silver Crystal Chandelier Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
of lights: 6-light bulb sockets: E27
Brass frame.
Art Deco Low Plafonnier silver crystal
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
Art Deco Low Plafonnier Brass Crystal Chandelier Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
lights: 6-light bulb sockets: E27
Rewired and new sockets!
Art Deco low plafonnier brass crystal
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
Art Deco Low Plafonnier Brass Crystal Chandelier Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
lights: 4-light bulb sockets: E14
Rewired and new sockets!
Art Deco low plafonnier brass crystal
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
Art Deco Wedgwood Celestial Chinese Dragon Lustre Ware Bowl Centerpiece, 1920s
By Wedgwood
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very elegant Art Deco “Celestial Dragon” pattern Lustre SINGLE BOWL of compact proportions and
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Art Deco Lustre Bowl by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s
By Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bowl with amazing lustre glaze and hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
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Lustre Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the lustre art deco you’re looking for. Each lustre art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and crystal. If you’re shopping for a lustre art deco, we have 74 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect lustre art deco — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right lustre art deco, those designed in Art Deco, Empire and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre, Wedgwood and Wedgewood each produced at least one beautiful lustre art deco that is worth considering.
How Much is a Lustre Art Deco?
Prices for a lustre art deco can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $212 and can go as high as $32,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,069.
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 Lustre Art Deco
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an Art Deco lamp, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on it. Often, you can determine the maker and learn about the types of lamps it was known for by researching the maker's marks via online resources. If the maker produced lamps in the Art Deco style and your lamp dates to the 1920s or ’30s, it's a good possibility that your lamp is in the Art Deco style. Some makers who were famous for their Art Deco lamps include Lalique, Daum Frères, Tiffany and Charles Schneider. If you can't find a maker's marking, consider the overall design of your lamp. Fixtures dating back to the era typically feature ornate patterning, such as geometric motifs, sunbursts, ziggurats, linework and fountains. Commonly used materials included chrome, glass, Bakelite and bronze. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Deco lamps.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Among the key Art Deco designers were Tamara de Lempicka, Erté, René Lalique, Le Corbusier, Jean Dunand, Léon Bakst, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Sonia Delaunay, Georges Lepape and Jean Després.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
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