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Vintage Art Deco Book-Matched Maple Burl Commode Nightstands
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Art Deco nightstands, with hand carved drawers.
Drawers slide in and out smoothly.
The
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco End Tables
Materials
Burl
Exquisite Art Deco Book-Matched Exotic Wood Lady
s Top Dresser Mirror
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco book-matched exotic wood lady's top dresser mirror,was realized circa 1935
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Elm, Walnut
Unusual French Art Deco Rosewood Cocktail / Coffee Table, pull out glass inserts
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual French Art Deco Rosewood Cocktail / Coffee Table, Classic Modernist Deco design,,Unusual
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
Art Deco Nickel Silver Vanity Mirror with Sconces Ruhlmanesque
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lovely octagonal nickel silver framed mirror with two sconce lights. The octagonal framed mirror with a scallop inner rim around the mirror plate flanked by two single light sconces ...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Nickel
Magnificent Pair of Art Deco Fluted Chairs in Ebonized Burled Carpathian Elm
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This sensational pair of Art Deco club chairs feature an exaggerated height giving these chairs
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Club Chairs
Ruhlmann, Master of Art Deco by Florence Camard, First Edition
By Florence Camard
Located in valatie, NY
Ruhlmann, Master of Art Deco by Florence Camard. New York: Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Publishers, 1984
Category
20th Century American Books
Materials
Paper
Elegant Set of Four Art Deco Dining Chairs in Exotic Burled Amboyna and Mohair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This set of four elegant Art Deco dining chairs in the manner of Ruhlmann consist of an exotic and
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mohair, Amboyna
Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Style Black Lacquer Settee in the Manner of Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely designed and fabricated Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Style Settee in Black Lacquer W
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees
Materials
Fabric, Lacquer
Set of Four French Art Deco Barrel Back Club Chairs / Bergeres, Ruhlman Style
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Manhasset, NY
Set of Four French Art Deco Barrel Back Club Chairs / Bergeres, Ruhlman Style
Chic set of four
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric
French Art Deco Table, Macassar, 1940s
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Dining table, Macassar, France, 1940s.
Majestic centre table in Macassar. This Art Deco table
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Black Lacquer Burl and Chrome French Art Deco Style Console Table
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
Chic, voguish Art Deco Revival, Hollywood Regency style console table, having a semi circular
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Cubist Black Lacquer Skyscraper Style Club Chair in Manner of Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely designed and fabricated Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Style Side Chair in Black
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Sconce Art Deco in Alabaster and Bronze, 1930, "Attributed to Ruhlmannt", France
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco style.
Ruhlmann was born on August 28, 1879 in Paris and initially showed no interest in the
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
French Large Art Deco Sideboard Macassar, 1940s
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
French Art Deco sideboard, credenza, with bar cabinet. The sideboard features stunning Macassar
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Macassar
Art Deco Console Table in Macassar and Burled Elm with White Holly Inlays
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco console table recalls the timeless designs of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Elm, Macassar, Holly
Highly Stylish 1920s Art Deco Era Vienna Bronze and Glass Pendant Light Fixture
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning little Art Deco pendant.
If you can appreciate the combination of true elegance and
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Four Hand Crafted Ruhlmann Style Art Deco Style Chairs - Ronald C. Puckett
Co.
By Rhulmann
Located in Morristown, NJ
1989, USA, French Art Deco-inspired design. Beautifully constructed of bubinga and ebony. The seat
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Game Tables
Materials
Upholstery, Bubinga, Ebony
Pair of Art Deco Single-Arm Wall Sconces in the manner of Ruhlmann
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Pair of large single-arm sconces in the shape of an antelope Horn, in silvered bronze, circa 1940. (Two pairs available.) Height 19 in. Set of four sconces is available.
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Elegant Extra Long Console Table in the French Art Deco Style Marked Uovo
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, well designed and well crafted extras long console table of solid mahogany with brass shoe accents. This example is in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Ceramic Table Lamp in the style of Jean Besnard
J.E. Ruhlmann
By Jean Besnard
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
French Art Deco Ceramic Table Lamp in the style of Jean Besnard & J.E. Ruhlmann.
Made in France in
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
French Art Deco Oak Sideboard, 1940s
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This French Art Deco sideboard from the 1940s is a striking example of sculptural woodworking and
Category
Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets
Materials
Oak
Large Extendable Art Deco Table, Solid Mahogany, France, 1930.
By Maurice Dufrêne, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Emile Léon Bouchet
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Art Deco table in Solid Mahogany resting on two pedestal legs, French work, 1930.
Art Deco is a
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Sculptural Pair of Art Deco Chairs, France, 1930s / 1940s
By Jules Leleu, Maurice Dufrêne, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A stunning, rare pair of art deco French chairs from the 1930s/40s. The chairs were reupholstered
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
French Art Deco Black Lacquered Bench
By Maison Dominique, Jules Leleu, Andre Domin
Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Dominique
Located in Houston, TX
upholstered in Greek key cut velvet fabric, circa 1930. This French Art Deco Ruhlmann inspired bench would
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Benches
Materials
Wood
Pair of Swedish Art Deco Chairs, Sweden, 1930s
By Wiener Werkstätte, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
Black velvet upholstery
Bois noirci and walnut structure
Good vintage condition.
Category
Vintage 1930s Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Elegant Art Deco Sofa, France, 1940s, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Pierre Chareau, Paul Dupré-Lafon
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb Art Deco sofa, France, 1940s, re-upholstered in a luxurious pure Alpaca wool fabric. Fast
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Elegant Italian Ruhlmann, Esque Rosewood Extendable Dining Table
Located in Bronx, NY
An elegant modernist Italian rosewood extendable dining table. Faceted solid wood base on 3 scroll legs and polished sabots.
The table as round measures: 55 diameter x 30 height
...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
French Art Deco Loveseat Upholstered in Leather, Jules Leleu Attributed
By Maison Dominique, Jules Leleu, André Arbus, Andre Domin
Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco loveseat upholstered in leather, Jules Leleu attributed. Stunning French Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Macassar
Ruhlmann by Florence Camard, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
the prolific master of art deco interior design. Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann (1879–1933) who was one of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Books
Materials
Paper
Pair of Elegant Modern Sconces after Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Elegant Modern Sconces after Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, circa 1990's. These sconces are
Category
1990s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Geometric Ottoman Upholstered in Leather
By André Arbus, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Andre Domin
Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Jules Leleu, Maison Dominique
Located in Houston, TX
Period French Art Deco geometric bench, stool or ottoman newly upholstered in leather with brass
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Pair of French Art Deco Wrought Iron Wall Brackets or Consoles with Marble Tops
By Raymond Subes, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Prou, Gilbert Poillerat, Paul Kiss
Located in Houston, TX
Great pair of French Art Deco geometric hand forged wrought iron wall brackets or wall consoles or
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Brackets
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Ruhlmann Ducharne Model Table by Alfred Porteneuve, circa 1930
By Alfred Porteneuve
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An elegant tripod table With wood grain pattern radiating from the centre on tabletop,
Manufactured by Porteneuve, Rulhmann Model Ducharne, unsigned.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Gueridon
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Console Table, Material Palisander, Period 1920-1929
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Based on Emil Jacques Ruhlmann's dining table
French Art Deco console tables.
Completely restored
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Wood, Palisander, Lacquer
Lacquer and Bronze Petite Side Table, Signed Nicholas Mongiardo
By Nick Mongiardo, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Nicholas Mongiardo. For more than 40 years Nicholas has been restoring Fine French Art Deco furniture which
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Bronze
Superb Pair of Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jacques Adnet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a luxurious grey 100% alpaca fabric. Fast shipping worldwid...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Rare Armchairs, France, 1930s/1940s, Newly Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A grand and elegant pair of rare 1930s / 1940s armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca fabric.
UK customers please note: Prices do not include VAT.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Pair of Club Chairs, France, 1940s, For Reupholstery
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Drouet, Jacques Adnet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of French 1940s Elephant club chairs, originating from a private home near Lyon, sold in original condition for the customer to reupholster in their own choice of fabri...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Pair of Curved Arm Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable pair of modern curved arm club chairs / armchairs. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium golden brow...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Beech
Round Leaning Club Chair and Ottoman in Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb round, leaning, modern club chair, upholstered in pure Alpaca, with a matching ottoman. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpa...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca wool fab...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Elegant Sofa Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jules Leleu, Paul Dupré-Lafon, Pierre Chareau
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb Art Deco style sofa, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and
Category
2010s British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Superb Pair of Round Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jules Leleu, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, brown/grey premium 100% alpaca fabr...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpaca ...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca wool fabr...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpaca ...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Round Leaning Club Chair and Ottoman, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb round, leaning modern club chair and ottoman, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpa...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca wool fabr...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Maxime Old Pair of Armchairs
By Maxime Old
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-34) in the workshop of Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann, the eminent French Art Deco designer. In Ruhlmann
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Ash
$26,500
Rare
Early Art Deco Stool By E.J. Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
Rare & early Burled elm Dressing Stool, with gilt bronze sabot, by Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann. Part of
Category
20th Century French Stools
Materials
Ormolu
Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Macassar Ebony Mirror Art Deco 1930
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Encino, CA
Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann (1879-1933)
Mirror in solid macassar ebony with a round glass.
Signed
Category
Vintage 1930s French Table Mirrors
Materials
Macassar, Mirror, Ebony
Rare
Early Art Deco Writing Table By E.J. Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
Rare & Early Burled elm writing Table with gilt bronze Sabot and details, by Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Category
20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ormolu
Emile Jacques RUHLMANN, Original Set/3 Art Deco Gouaches, c.1930
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Encino, CA
Emile Jacques RUHLMANN (1879-1933)
Unique and original set of Art Deco gouaches, circa 1930
Category
Vintage 1930s French Paintings
Materials
Paper
Ruhlmann Set of Four Sconces 1925
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Encino, CA
Exceptional set of four silver-plated bronze sconces designed by Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann (1879-1933
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
E.J. Ruhlmann: Rare And Elegant 1930 Oak Chair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Encino, CA
E.J. Ruhlmann: Rare and Elegant 1930 Oak Chair
This model is from the "DROUANT " series that
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Fauteuil Guindé, Armchair, France, C, 1925
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
Fauteuil "Guinde"
Fine early Art Deco mahogany armchair by Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Upholstered in
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
E.J. Ruhlmann: Rare And Elegant 1930 Desk In Oak And Ash
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Encino, CA
Rare elegant desk by Emile-Jacques RUHLMANN in oak and ash with a suede top and a single large
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Ash
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Ruhlmann Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the ruhlmann art deco you’re looking for. Each ruhlmann art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 325 variations of the antique or vintage ruhlmann art deco you’re looking for, while we also have 20 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a ruhlmann art deco — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A ruhlmann art deco is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Pollaro and Alfred Porteneuve each produced at least one beautiful ruhlmann art deco that is worth considering.
How Much is a Ruhlmann Art Deco?
The average selling price for a ruhlmann art deco at 1stDibs is $5,187, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $275,000 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 Ruhlmann 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. - 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.
- 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 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.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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