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Art Deco Organic Floor Lamp in Stained Birch Sweden, 1930s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
vintage condition with some wear. All new high quality lamp shade in cotton produced in Sweden
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Birch
Art Deco Ashtray Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Art Deco ashtray by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Pewter
Art Deco Table Mirror Walnut Glas
trä, Hovmantorp, Sweden 1940s
By AB Glas
Trä
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This table mirror was produced in Sweden during the late 40s. Made in Walnut this piece gives a
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Table Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Pewter Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1933
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Nils Fougstedt, Sylvia Stave, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful pewter vase with amazing patina.
Art Deco / Swedish Grace.
Produced by GAB
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pewter
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Vase with Dolphin Stem, 1930s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Vase with Dolphin Stem, 1930s
Elegant Swedish pewter vase from the 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pewter
SWEDISH ART DECO CHANDELIER WITH Gold leaf finial
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Swedish Art Deco chandelier with an acid etched and textured glass shade with a dramatic
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Bronze Candle Scones - Swedish, Art Deco
By SVM Handarbete 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful pair of Swedish candle scones in light bronze.
Great condition & patina!
Contact us for
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Pair of Brass Wall Candlesticks, Sweden, 1950s
By Arvika Konsthantverk
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These wall candlesticks were hand sculpted in Arvika, Sweden. They are in the same shape and form
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Brass
Opaline Glass Pendant, Sweden 1940s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This pendant light was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1940s. It features a dark cream
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bronze Art Deco Candelabra by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sune Bäckström
Located in Malmö, SE
A bronze Art Deco / Swedish Grace candlestick with amazing patina.
Made by GAB
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Candelabras
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Art Deco Shellback Armchair White Italian Leather Fluted Decorations A
Located in Lewes, England
Original Swedish Art Deco shellback armchair club chair 1920s-1940s previously reupholstered in top
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
$3,223 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Crystal Engraved Vase by Johansfors Sweden
By Johansfors Glasbruk
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage vase was decorated with Art Deco style design of a child, looking at the flowers they are
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Crystal
Art deco Swedish carved birch and elm coffee table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Art deco Swedish carved birch and elm coffee table, circa 1930.
Circular Art Deco period coffee
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Elm
Art Deco Pewter Two-Handled Vase, GAB Sweden, 1934
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Art Deco pewter vase crafted by GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget), Sweden, in 1934. This finely
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pewter
Art déco bronze bowl, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Patinated bronze bowl by unknown Swedish designer and maker during the first half of the 20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Pewter Vase by CG Hallberg, Sweden, 1930s
By CG Hallberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking Art Deco pewter vase crafted by renowned Swedish silversmiths CG Hallberg in the 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pewter
Bronze Art Deco Bowl by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco bronze bowl / dish with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Sage Green Metal Candlestick, Stjärnmetall, Sweden 1940s
Located in Grythyttan, SE
"Stjärmetall Made in Sweden," on the inside of the candlestick.
Dating back to the 1940s, this art deco
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Zinc
Art Deco Style Large Floor Vase, Sweden, 1970s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This large floor vase in Art Deco style has a mate green color with metal threads leading up to a
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metallic Thread
Swedish Art Deco Smoked Glass Vase, Orrefors Sandvik, 1923
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Glasgow, GB
An original Swedish Art Deco smoked glass vase designed in 1923 by Edward Hald for the Sandvik
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Smoked Glass
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Centerpiece by Ystad Tenn, 1930s
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking Art Deco centerpiece bowl crafted by Ystad Tenn, Sweden, in the 1930s. Made from solid
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pewter
Original Vintage Art Deco Style Poster Aerotransport Swedish Airlines VI Flyver
By Ernst Mentze
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel advertising poster: A.B. Aerotransport Swedish Air-Lines VI Flyver. Great
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Art Deco Period Swedish Grace Silver Glazed Stoneware Vase
By Upsala Ekeby, Einar Luterkort
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful Swedish Grace, Art Deco, Period Vase was designed by Einar Luterkort for Upsala
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Luxury Art Deco Desk Set in Swedish Black Marble, 1930
s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A luxurious Art Deco desk set in Swedish black marble with elegant white veining, dating from the
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Marble
Pair of Midcentury Art Deco Pewter Swedish Candlestick Holders
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Swedish Pewter candlestick holders with female figures, made in 1933.
Nyköping's
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Pewter
Art Deco Handheld Mirror Ivar-Ahlenius Bjork Ystad Metall Sweden 1950s
By Ivar Ålenius Björk, Ystad-Metall
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
.
With its typical Art Deco lines and structure this piece is great edition to make impression.
The
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Table Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Swedish Art Deco Moderne Round Pedestal End or Side Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bookmatched golden elm top on solid dark flame birch pedestal tripod base.
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Birch, Elm
Swedish Art Deco Silver on Copper Teapot by GAB, 1930s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
natural contrast to the sleek metal surface. A fine example of Scandinavian Art Deco design that balances
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Tea Sets
Materials
Copper
Art Deco Globe in Brass and Bakelite, 1930s Sweden
Located in Knivsta, SE
1930s Globe in Bakelite and Brass, manufactured by Philips for Swedish organisation Folket i Bild
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Globes
Materials
Brass
N&J Swedish Bronze Vase – 1930
s Art Deco
By Akta Brons
Located in Stockholm, SE
exemplify the high-quality craftsmanship for which NJ was renowned. A timeless piece that blends Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by GAB
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Art Deco Bowl by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
By Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace bronze bowl with amazing patina.
Made by GAB
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Art Deco Bowl by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco bronze bowl with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Adjustable Art Deco, Rectangular Golden Elm End or Side Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish Art Deco rectangular golden elm end or side table. Beautifully detailed with Carpathian elm
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Birch, Elm
Swedish Art Deco Side Table / Bar Table
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant side table or bar table manufactured in Sweden, 1930s.
This table is made with impressive
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Swedish Art Deco Birch and Marquetry Inlay Cocktail Table
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A Swedish free-standing cocktail table with two drop leaves. One side can lift up or both at the
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Birch, Elm, Walnut, Fruitwood
Green Art Deco Glass Vase by Simon Gate. Orrefors, Sweden, 1930. Swedish Grace.
By Orrefors, Simon Gate, Edward Hald
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace glass vase.
Designed by Simon Gate and made by Orrefors
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
Stunning Art Deco Bronze Jewelry Box by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1920s
By Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen, Einar Backstrom, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful hinged lid bronze box with amazing patina. Art deco / Swedish Grace. Could be
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
By Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Art Deco Flame Birch End or Side Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dark flame birch end table with dove-tailed drawer.
Category
20th Century Swedish Art Deco End Tables
Materials
Birch
Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström
Located in Malmö, SE
mark.
GAB was founded in Stockholm in 1867 and was an important influence on the Swedish art and
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström
Located in Malmö, SE
mark.
GAB was founded in Stockholm in 1867 and was an important influence on the Swedish art and
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Modern Art Deco Walnut and Mahogany Round Table by Reiners Mjölby, 1920s
By Reimers Möbler Mjolby
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish Art Deco round table crafted by Reimers Mjölby in the 1920s. The table features a
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Center Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
1920s Antique Swedish Art Deco Table Lamp, Beechwood
Brass
Located in Søborg, DK
An antique Swedish art deco table lamp of a diminutive size standing 38cm tall and with an
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$225 Sale Price
50% Off
Monumental Swedish Art Deco Dining Table in Ash and Walnut Burl Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
stunning detailing in the wood work this table captures the sophisticated spirit of Scandinavian Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Ash, Walnut, Burl
"Grapes and Crested Birds", Art Deco Sterling Silver Bonbonnière, Sweden
By CG Hallberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of the most spectacular pieces of Swedish Grace/Art Deco artisanry we have ever seen, this
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
$14,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Finely Crafted Swedish Art Deco Flame Mahogany and Birch Wood Circular Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
A finely crafted Swedish Art Deco circular table with well-figured flame mahogany and satin
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Center Tables
Materials
Wood
$7,080 Sale Price
40% Off
Bronze Art Deco Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
Stockholm in 1867 and was an important influence on the Swedish art and crafts and industrial design scenes
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
By Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Havanna Glass
Bronzed Brass Chandelier, Sweden 1930s
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
understated Art Deco aesthetic, making it a timeless addition to any interior.
Diameter of glass shades is 7
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Swedish Flame Birch Bar Cart Trolley
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Deco bar cart made of Swedish flame birch. Two-tiered serving cart with wheels and a glass top
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Nouveau Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Birch
Art Deco Swedish Chair Pine and Leather Carl Bergsten 1929
By Carl Bergsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
An Art Deco chair made in the late 1920s Sweden. This chair has true workmanship and quality
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Swedish Art Deco Antique Armchair Early 20th Century Golden Birch Bentwood Arms
Located in Lewes, England
Single Swedish Art Deco armchair from the Art Deco period with golden birch bentwood arms in a rich
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Birch
$2,043 Sale Price
25% Off
Art Deco Armchairs Early 20th Century Swedish Antique Golden Birch Bentwood Arms
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Art Deco armchairs from the Art Deco period with golden birch bentwood arms in a deep honey
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Birch
$4,315 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Swedish Art Deco Table Lamp in Brass
Located in Karlstad, SE
This Swedish Art Deco table lamp is crafted in brass and features an elegant sculptural form. The
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Art Deco Bronze Napkin Holder with Nude Female Dancer, 1930s
By Tinos, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare Swedish Art Deco napkin holder from the 1930s, beautifully cast in bronze, featuring a
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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Swedish Art Deco Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of Swedish art deco furniture you’re looking for. An item from our selection of Swedish art deco furniture — often made from wood, metal and birch — can elevate any home. There are 2458 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of Swedish art deco furniture you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of Swedish art deco furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right option in this array of Swedish art deco furniture, those designed in Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made piece of Swedish art deco furniture over the years, but those crafted by Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kåge and Josef Ekberg are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Swedish Art Deco Furniture?
Prices for a piece of Swedish art deco furniture start at $1 and top out at $143,750 with the average selling for $2,620.
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 Swedish Art Deco Furniture
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The main features of Art Deco furniture are bold geometric lines and forms, and an integration of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood.
The Art Deco era made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, and while the period yielded a range of stylistically diverse furnishings, interiors and objects, collectors will typically find the period’s desks, tables and chairs embellished with metal accents, animal hides, ivory or mother-of-pearl inlays and shimmering mirrored finishes.
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.)
Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024What Art Deco furniture looks like can vary from piece to piece, but there are some characteristics that help define the style. During the 1920s and ’30s, manufacturers often created furniture with bold geometric lines and forms as well as intricate floral motifs. Materials tended to be luxurious and included shagreen and marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Many pieces feature luxe details like gleaming metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hide and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
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