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Shell Inlaid Side Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Constellation Mirror in Shagreen Shell
Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
hand-dyed by artisans and the designers calls the final finish “Antique Black” shagreen. Each shell is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Convex Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Modern Quilted Vase in Black Shell by KIFU Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, celebrated for her ability to blend the timeless elegance of the Art Deco tradition with a bold, contemporary
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Brass
Modern Sculptural Vase in Black Shell by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
piece in their Art Deco-inspired collection is a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship, meticulously
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Shell
Art Deco Enamel and 9 Carat Gold Initial Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
shoulders have classic art deco shell style to them. Modelled in 9carat gold.
Ring Size: S or 9
Face
Category
20th Century British Art Deco More Rings
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Pedestal Table Large in Shagreen, Shell, and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...
Materials
Brass
Lalique Plate and Bowl Shells
By Lalique
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Lalique plate and bowl shells. The bowl is 13 x 5 cm and the plate 16 cm.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
$2,140 / set
Modern Sculptural Vase in Black Shell by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
piece in their Art Deco-inspired collection is a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship, meticulously
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Shell
Modern Sculptural Vase in Black Shell by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
materials. Each piece in their Art Deco-inspired collection is a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Shell
Art Deco Vintage Madonna Plique-a-Jour Enamel Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Spain, circa 1930
This ornate Art Deco era 18K gold and platinum pendant features a carved bone
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Shagreen Pattern Dining Table with Shell
Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
pen shell and bronze-patina brass brings another beautiful dimension to showcase the graphic Cosmos
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Sculptural Brass Floor Lamps with Shell Inlay by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
and each with a beautiful blue pen shell inlaid piece. The amorphous shapes are an abstract and poetic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Shell Box with Quilting detailing and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
pen shell with a bronze-patina brass frame and the interior is inlaid in gemelina wood. This listing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Shell Vase with Brass and Quilted Details by Kifu, Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
pen shell with brass details on the side frame. Available in 2 other sizes, large and medium that can
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Brass
Chital Mirror in Black Pen Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
creating a different aesthetic each time. Inlaid in black pen shell and bronze-patina brass. Each shell is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Convex Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Pattern Dining Table with Shell
Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
handmade techniques of elaborate inlay patterns of shagreen, shells, semi-precious stones, materials she
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Ercole Barovier Toso Murano Blue Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Conch Shell Bowl
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous, monumental, vintage Murano hand blown blue with gold flecks Italian art glass seashell
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
Shell Inlaid Chest of Drawers with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
pioneers of modern-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Brass
Shell Dining Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Curved Top Boxes in Pen Shell by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
other exotic materials. Each piece in their Art Deco-inspired collection is a testament to unparalleled
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood, Shell
Shell Dining Table Set with Two Sculptural Chairs by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
established themselves since the 1990s as pioneers of modern-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Set of Sculptural Chairs and Dining Table in Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
table is a stunning piece, a statement in any space. The black pen shell inlaid top is sleek and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Shell Inlaid Side Table with Sculptural Bronze Patina Brass Frame by KIFU PARIS
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
shell inlaid amorphous top is nestled within an organic shaped bronze-patina brass frame, and sits on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Shell Inlaid Breakfast Table with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
established themselves since the 1990’s as pioneers of modern-vintage style through their luxurious art-deco
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Shell Inlaid Sylvie Console and Chair by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
pioneers of modern-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Shell
Mariano Fortuny Shell Pink Silk Peplos
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
This dress is made of finely pleated shell pink colored silk with silk cording along side seams
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Greek Style Dresses
Price Upon Request
Shell Console with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
by Kifu Paris is a dramatic and sculptural piece. The black pen shell inlaid top sits on clusters of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Brass
Chital Mirror in Shagreen, Black Shell
Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
creating a different aesthetic each time. Inlaid in coal black shagreen, black pen shell and bronze-patina
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Convex Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Coffee Table in Shagreen Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, coal black shagreen and black pen shell with a subtle metal indentation detail. This piece comes as a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...
Materials
Brass
Shell Inlaid Side Table with Sculptural Bronze Patina Brass Base by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
modern-vintage style through their luxurious art-deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Modern Sculptural Vase in Black Shell by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
materials. Each piece in their Art Deco-inspired collection is a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Shagreen Stingray, Shell
Cosmos Nesting Coffee in Table Black Shell
Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
themselves since the 1990s as pioneers of modern-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...
Materials
Brass
La Dame Vase in Black Pen Shell by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Shell
Sculptural Floor Lamp with Bronze-Patina Brass and Shell Inlay by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
blue pen shell inlaid piece in the center. The amorphous shapes are an abstract and poetic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Floor Lamp with Bronze-Patina Brass and Shell Inlay by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
blue pen shell inlaid piece at the lower part. The amorphous shapes are an abstract and poetic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Talisa Jewelry Chest in Cream Shagreen, Black Pen Shell
Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
since the 1990s as pioneers of modern-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Brass
Shell Inlaid Coffee Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
established themselves since the 1990s as pioneers of modern-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...
Materials
Brass
Ice Bucket in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
Bucket is the ultimate luxury bar accessory, inlaid in a mixture of shagreen shell and brass to create a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Barware
Materials
Brass
Ice Bucket in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
bucket is the ultimate luxury bar accessory, inlaid in a mixture of shagreen shell and brass to create a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Barware
Materials
Brass
Oval Tray in Pen Shell with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
creator of modern furnishings, celebrated for her ability to blend the timeless elegance of the Art Deco
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
Backgammon Tray in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
Backgammon game tray is the ultimate luxury game. Accented with a mixture of shagreen, pen shell and bronze
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Game Tables
Materials
Brass
Backgammon Tray in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu, Paris
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
Backgammon Game Tray is the ultimate luxury game. Accented with a mixture of shagreen, pen shell and bronze
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Game Tables
Materials
Brass
Geometric Tray in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu, Paris
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
tray revisited; this Kifu Paris geometric tray inlaid in a mixture of shagreen, shell and bronze-patina
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Game Tables
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Cocteau Coffee Table with Shell and Brass Accents by R
Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Leopard Pattern Box with Shell and Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
piece includes intricate inlay work of coal black shagreen, black pen shell and bronze patina brass to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Leopard Pattern Box with Shell and Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
piece includes intricate inlay work of cream shagreen, brown pen shell and bronze patina brass to create
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Vincent Garnier Pewter Clam Shell Table Lamp
By Vincent Garnier
Located in Hastings, GB
lines, very Art Deco.
The lamp takes a single bulb to the inside of the shell, there is a long lead
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Pewter
Owl Box in Black Pen Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
of black pen shell and bronze patina brass. Sold individually. Part of the Owl capsule.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Tray with Shell and Brass Inserts by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
Shell Inlaid Nesting Coffee Tables with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Coffee Table with Shell and Bronze Patina Brass Accents by Kifu, Paris
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, coal black shagreen and black pen shell with a subtle metal indentation detail. This piece comes as a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Coffee Table with Shell and Bronze Patina Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, coal black shagreen and black pen shell with a subtle metal indentation detail. This piece comes as a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Pedestal Tables in Shagreen, Shell, and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...
Materials
Brass
Shell Inlaid Game Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
1990s as pioneers of modern-vintage style through their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Game Tables
Materials
Brass
Richard Ginori 1940s White ceramic Shells centrepiece.
By Richard Ginori
Located in Milan, IT
Richard Ginori 1940s white ceramic Shells centrepiece.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
Black Shell Mirror with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
their luxurious Art Deco inspired collections.
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Vase in Black Shell with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
piece in their Art Deco-inspired collection is a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship, meticulously
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Brass
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Shell Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic shell art deco available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and shell, every shell art deco was constructed with great care. There are 220 variations of the antique or vintage shell art deco you’re looking for, while we also have 228 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the shell art deco you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A shell art deco is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Hollywood Regency and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made shell art deco over the years, but those crafted by R
Y Augousti, Kifu Augousti and Barovier&Toso are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Shell Art Deco?
A shell art deco can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,219, while the lowest priced sells for $165 and the highest can go for as much as $61,546.
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 Shell Art Deco
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
- Is Toulouse-Lautrec Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The work of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec falls into the Art Nouveau style, which was prevalent approximately during the period of 1890-1910. Following the Art Nouveau period was the Art Deco era, which is usually defined as the era between 1920 and 1930. Toulouse-Lautrec died in 1901 putting his art in the era of Art Nouveau, but certain aspects of it definitely hint at the coming Art Deco style considering the definite overlap of the two movements. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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