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Art Deco Pitchers

ART DECO STYLE

Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.” 

ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
  • Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
  • Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
  • Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory

ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.

Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.

The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)

Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.

From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.

The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.

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Style: Art Deco
French Art Deco Silver Plated ‘Melone’ Jug By Fjerdingstad For Christofle, 1930s
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE JUG/PITCHER Designed in 1926 by Danish silversmith and sculptor Christian Fjerdingstad (1891-1968) for the renowned French firm of high-quality goldsmiths and silversmiths C...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Jug in Yellow Blonde Glazes, Sylvac England, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A striking almost monumental pottery jug from Sylvac, England. This design 1410 dates back to the 1930s and it features delicate bone-texture-like brown and yellow glazes. A beautifu...
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Upsala-Ekeby, Pitcher, Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow and green glazed earthenware pitcher designed and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden c. 1930s-1940s.  
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Earthenware

Two Vintage Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitchers, Germany Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Two vintage pitchers is an original decorative pair of objects realized in the early 20th century. Orginal silver plated metal. Made in Germany. ...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Metal, Silver Plate

Ceramic Jug or Pitcher with Red Color Geometrical Pattern France, circa 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
It is a painted ceramic enameled Jug or pitcher in green color. It was made in the 1940s in France.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Vintage Decorative Pouring Ewer, English, Ceramic, Serving Jug, Art Deco, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Our Stock # 24054 This is a vintage decorative pouring ewer. An English, hand painted ceramic serving jug in Art Deco taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Delightfu...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Eastern European Art Deco Cut Glass Red Overlay Jug
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An Art Deco Eastern European Art Deco ruby overlay cut glass jug originating from Poland or Bohemia and dating from around 1930. The tall slender han...
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1930s Polish Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Cut Glass

Wilhelm Kåge Art Deco Gustavsberg Orange Haresfur Studio Pottery Jug
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Wilhelm Kåge (Swedish, 1889-1960) is often referred to as the father of Swedish modernism and remains an icon of the Swedish ceramic design of the 20th century. In 1917 he became a d...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Large French Majolica Pitcher Orchies, Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica pitcher signed Orchies, Circa 1930. Art deco period.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Reinhold Merkelbach Art Deco German Art Pottery Lidded Jug
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning art deco German pewter mounted stoneware bird decorated jug made by Reinhold Merkelbach of Grenzhausen and dating from around 1930. The bulbous shaped jug stands on a narr...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Pewter

Blue art deco 1940 ceramic pitcher by Marius Bernon La Borne decorative art
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Marius Bernon Art deco stoneware ceramic pitcher realised in la Borne Circa 1940 Blue stoneware ceramic glaze colors Signed under the base Original ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen Son, Denmark, circa 1940
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large fish-shaped ceramic pitcher. Measurements: L: 9.5 inches (24 cm), H: 7.7 inches (19.5 cm). Stamped with the Crestmark of Michael Andersen & Son and the serial/model number: 446...
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1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Vintage Decorative Custard Jug, English, Ceramic, Dessert Pourer, Art Deco, 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Our Stock # 18.9961 This is a vintage decorative custard jug. An English, hand painted ceramic dessert pourer in Art Deco taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Charm...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Art Deco Ditmar Urbach Pitcher Czechoslovakia Flame Decor 1920-1938
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Art Deco pitcher with abstract flame design in hues of red, purple and yellow was made by Ditmar-Urbach Porcelain Factory. Urbach pottery was founded in 1882 in Turn-Teplitz, Bohemi...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

George Clews Tunstall Pair Chameleon Ware Art Deco Persian Pottery Jugs
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish pair Art Deco George Clews & Co, Tunstall, Chameleon Ware reproduction of Persian Art handled pottery jugs dating from around 1930. The j...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Pottery

Carafe and cups, Tequila bottle. Mezcal bottle and cups. Lavanda Ceramic.
Located in London, GB
Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed ...
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2010s Mexican Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Vintage Art Deco E.P. Copper Silver Plated Bulbous Water Pitcher Jug w/ Handle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Deco Silver Plated Bulbous Water Pitcher with Handle. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 6" H x 8.5" W x 5.5" D.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Czech Spritzdekor Cubist Ceramic Pottery Pitcher in the manner of Kandinsky
Located in Southampton, NJ
A 1920s Made in Czechoslovakia Spritzdekor pitcher with a motif reminiscent of Wassily Kandinsky. This is by far the best piece of Spritzdecor pottery I've handled in over 30 years. ...
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1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic, Pottery

Baccarat Crystal / Silver Base Art Deco Style Pair Water Pitcher
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Hand Crafted pair baccarat crystal with silver plate base tableware / barware serving pitcher. Each pitcher features a very clean line & pleasing look in the art deco style with a ro...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Diamond Tip Crystal and Gilt Metal Jug Ewer - Carafe - Italy 1930s Art Deco
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Sublime ewer jug in crystal and gilded metal. Art Deco. The Crystal is cut in a diamond point which gives this Jug carafe a very refined style. The diamond point crystal is indeed ve...
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1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Crystal, Metal

Mezcal and Tequila Bottle and two cups. Ceramic Blue and white Tequila bottle.
Located in London, GB
Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed ...
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2010s Mexican Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase / pitcher with a brown handle produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Earthenware

Harald Östergren, Vase / Pitcher Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and red, glazed earthenware vase designed by Harald Östergren and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Earthenware

Vintage Art Deco Silver Plated Sauce Boat Warmer Pitcher with Wooden Handle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Deco Silver Plated Sauce Boat Warmer Pitcher with Wooden Handle. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 7" H x 10.5" W x 5" D.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Harold Holman Art Deco Glazed Ceramic Pitcher, circa 1940s
By Harold Holman, Alamo Pottery
Located in Bainbridge, NY
1940s Harold Holman, Alamo Potteries glazed ceramic pale taupe octagon pitcher with ice lip. Geometric. Stamped model 759. Made in San Antonio, Texas.
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Vintage Art Deco Susie Cooper Water Pitcher England
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Susie Cooper ceramic glazed pitcher. Wedding Ring collection. Perfect proportions and visual appeal with soft banded colors.
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20th Century English Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Czechoslovakia Moser Art Glass Pitcher Set with/ Gold Leaf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Czechoslovakia Art glass Moser pitcher that is decorated with scrolling gold leaf bands around the base. Note that the sides of the pi...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Glass

Italian Silver Plated Exterior Insulated Interior Hot / Cold Thermos
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Embrace the epitome of style and functionality with our Late 20th Century Italian Silver-Plated Exterior Insulated Interior Hot/Cold Thermos – a captivating piece sculpted in the form of a bear, adorned with distinctive Art Deco influences and clean lines. This thermos is not just a functional accessory but a testament to the artistic fusion of form and function. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the exterior boasts a silver-plated finish, showcasing the sleek lines of the Art Deco style. The unique bear shape adds a touch of whimsy and charm, making it a standout piece in any setting. The thermos features a double-leaded top cover, with one part attached to the body and the other unattached, revealing a silver-plated pull top...
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1970s Italian Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Vintage Hall Forest Green Art Deco 633 Ball Glazed Pottery Stoneware Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hall Forest Green Art Deco 633 Ball Glazed Pottery Stoneware Pitcher. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 6.5" H x 8.5" W x 6.5" D.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pitchers

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Stoneware

Art Deco Glass Set, Pitcher Six Glasses, Golden Accents, 1930, Holiday Gift
Located in Lisbon, PT
An Art Deco Bohemian set (pitcher and six glasses) dazzles with golden accents in Lorraine, dating back to the 1930s. This pitcher and glasses set is in good condition; it embodies ...
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20th Century Czech Art Deco Pitchers

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Crystal

Vintage Hilton Hotel Art Deco Nakazato Japan Silver Plated Coffee Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hilton Hotel Art Deco Nakazato Japan Silver Plated Coffee Pot. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 7.5" W x 5" D.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver Pitcher, Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Italian Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver plated Head 1880s with with label “Port wine” mounted scroll handle, the body with etched leaves deco...
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1880s Italian Antique Art Deco Pitchers

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Hand Blown Italian Murano Art Glass Pitcher or Vase in Pink, Back and White
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful hand-blown art glass pitcher. In pink, black, and white, the color pattern reminds us of one of our favorite ikat fabrics. The interior of the pitcher is white, and the e...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Pitchers

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Glass, Art Glass

VINTAGE ART DECO CIRCA 1920 S AMBER FACE GLASS CUP SET WITH LARGE PiTCHER JUG
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1920's Amber glass suite of five cups and one larger pitcher jug each depicting a primitiv...
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1920s Asian Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Glass

Art Deco Carafe Engraved and Guilded, circa 1940
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Nice little carafe for liqueurs from Art Deco period. Belly engraved with diamond pattern, base guilded with golden leaf, plug forming a water drop. France or England, circa 1940.  
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1940s European Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Glass

BLACK Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
Located in London, GB
Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...
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2010s Mexican Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

RED Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
Located in London, GB
Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...
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2010s Mexican Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

René Lalique Blidah Glass Pitcher, 1930s, Holiday Gift Idea
Located in Lisbon, PT
An orangeade glass pitcher by René Lalique, model Blidah (no. 3177), showcases the master’s signature opalescent glasswork. The Blidah pitcher by René Lalique, introduced in 1931, i...
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20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

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Crystal

Green Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
Located in London, GB
Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...
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2010s Mexican Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Yellow Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
Located in London, GB
Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...
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2010s Mexican Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Norman Bel Geddes Copper Art Deco Cocktail or Drinks Set
Located in Westport, CT
Norman Bel Geddes copper cocktail, drinks pitcher, with tray and six footed drinks cups, Art Deco.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pitchers

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Copper

Vintage Decorative Creamer Jug, English, Ceramic, Milk Pourer, Art Deco, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative creamer jug. An English, hand painted ceramic milk pourer in Art Deco taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Charmingly decorative creame...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Richard Ginori Giovanni Gariboldi San Cristoforo Dromedary Ceramic, 1936, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Richard Ginori Giovanni Gariboldi San Cristoforo Dromedary ceramic, 1936, Italy.
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1630s Italian Antique Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

"Riding to Market, " Charming and Important Modern Pitcher by ICS, Likely Gambone
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Full of charm and gorgeous color, with a modern approach to traditional imagery, this 1930s pitcher made by Industria Ceramica Salernita (I.C.S.) features a line of donkeys supportin...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

"Frieze of Goats, " Important 1930s Pitcher by I.C.S., Likely by Gambone
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This stunning, important pitcher by Industria Ceramica Salernita (I.C.S.), featuring a parade of goats in bubbly, volcanic glazes, was likely designed in the late 1930s when Guido Ga...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

Pair of French Majolica Pitchers or Vases
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of French Majolica vases or pitchers, each with double tree branch form handles and spouts. Deep, rich cobalt blue glaze with aqua interior and grape clusters. Minor glaze loss.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

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Majolica

21st Century Italian Art Deco style Sterling Silver Water jug with wood handle
Located in VALENZA, IT
Water jug in 925 Sterling silver in art deco style completely handmade. The body of the jug is smooth round, interspersed near the base with a groove to ensure its sturdiness. The mo...
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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Pitchers

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Sterling Silver

Art Czech Glass Pitcher, by Glasswork Novy Bor, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Art Glass Re-polished Good Original condition.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Art Glass

Lenci Italian Art Deco Ceramic Jug, Pitcher and Tray Set with Floral Patterns
Located in Firenze, IT
This Italian design serveware ceramic set of three pottery items is composed of a jug, a pitcher and a little sweets bowl or tray. The set dating back to 1930s was created by Lenci manufacture, established in Turin in 1919. The matte ivory beige background is enriched with floral patterns throughout both on the body and on handles of these gorgeous vessel group. The flowers' decoration is rendered in a soft palette of colors with different shades of yellow, orange and pink outlined with a black contour line along the flower's decoration edges. The all purpose carafe has a long neck and an awesome Amphora shape, the pot-bellied decanter bottle has a nice molded nozzle while the round shaped tray has a pleasant curly handle. These objects of everyday use have simple clear lines and modernist forms, perfect as a table set for wine or water. The little bowl could be used as a sweet tray, sugar bowl or candleholder. These ceramics are ready to embellish your dining table or to be displayed in a vitrine cabinet or as a centrepiece on a sideboard. Stamped with Lenci made in Italy mark and original manufacturer label. Both the jars and the little tray are in perfect vintage condition, no chippings or cracks. price is for set of three, each item can be sold individually, please send a message for a customized offer. Shipping is complimentary. Measures: Bottles height 22 cm, diameter 18, tray height 12 cm diameter 11 cm. Lenci Manufacturing started with the production of dolls and toys, in 1927 the company decided to expand its production to a line of figurines and objects in enameled ceramic. In 1928, this led to a very rich catalogue of statuettes and objects that immediately became the fashion for Italian middle and upper classes and bourgeoisie. In order to attain this goal, the manufacturing company availed itself of the creative collaboration of important Turin-born artists such as Sandro Vacchetti, Gigi Chessa, Mario Sturani, Abele Jacopi...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

PAIR OF HERMES KELLY WICKER BROWN LEATHER PiCNIC PITCHER JUGS PART OF SUITE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this once in a lifetime opportunity to own this custom made pair of Pitcher Jugs which are part of a suite of Hermes Paris “Farming” Kelly picnic equipment, Barenia Edition, these were custom made to order for Lady Victoria De Rothschild in 2015. This sale is for the pair of pitcher jugs only, I have also listed under my other items the pair of Champagne buckets and pair of Wine coolers Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price These are the only examples in the world of this particular picnic set, they were made to order from Lady Victoria de Rothschild in 2015, purchased by myself at the estate sale after her passing. Each piece is expertly crafted to the finest standard by the genius’s that are Hermes Paris, the wicker has been finely woven and houses perfectly polished chrome cases, the handles are hand stitched and signed Hermes Paris in leather. Each piece of chrome has been professionally restored and polished to the highest standards by Penhaligan Silverwear LTD London in cooperation with Strong and Woodhatch. Dimensions Height:- 21.3cm Width and depth 10cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point. Victoria, Lady de Rothschild (1949-2021 Victoria was born and spent her formative years in the sunshine of Florida; the warm rays and the life-style of Palm Beach brought her a freedom of spirit that remained with her throughout her life and informed and shaped her taste. Later the family moved to Manhattan; her mother, Marcia Lou Whitney Schott, was a woman of great poise and style and remained a huge and lasting inspiration to her daughter. After coming to London, as a young adult, to dip her toe into British culture, she went back to the US and gained a degree in economics at Trinity College Hartford. Three years later, through mutual friends she met and married Sir Evelyn de Rothschild. They returned to the UK and made their homes in London and in the Rothschild family house in Buckinghamshire; Victoria bringing to the formal landscape of these two houses a transatlantic chic and her own particular quiet exoticism. The history of collecting in the Rothschild family is meticulously documented and was well known to Victoria, it was music to her ears. She continued the tradition and over a period of 40 years gathered together a remarkable and eclectic collection of furniture, glass, china, silver and jewellery. She bought instinctively and decisively; in later years the collection was curated by her great friend, decorator and dress designer, Tomasz Starzewski. There was nothing that Victoria enjoyed more than entertaining her friends and giving them exquisitely wrapped presents. In her last flat, she had a room entirely set aside for present wrapping. It was here that she kept exotic Japanese tissue papers in graded shades, antique rolls of striped ribbons and haute couture silk ones, ready for when a friend had a birthday. Entertaining remained one of her greatest pleasures, and she did this on two levels: the very large dinners for 200 or 250 people, to the more intimate events for family, friends, children and grandchildren. Whatever the circumstances, like an impresario rising to the challenge, she would set to work, with an awesome attention to detail that seemed effortless; she was brimming full of ideas. I remember in particular one birthday dinner when the ceiling of the dining room was covered with hovering aubergine coloured balloons, echoing the violet napkins below. Her large-scale entertainments were memorable; there was an anniversary dinner at Lords Cricket Ground, where the tablecloths were made of white cricket flannel and boiled brisket was served, so simple, witty, understated, whilst Rory Bremner provided the cabaret. On the occasion of her daughter’s 21st birthday, she transformed the Royal College of Art into a replica of the 20th century nightclub ‘El Morocco’ in New York for the evening, with Manhattan taxis waiting outside to take the guests home. Victoria’s greatest talent however was in creating tablescapes. This was almost like choreography, and there was always an element of the unexpected. The starting point was a textured fabric - her version of a tablecloth - be it a woven Kente from Ghana, a patchwork quilted sari from India, or a gossamer light runner; the variety of texture and colour enthralled her. She would lay the table, instinctively moving glass, silver, porcelain and flowers around, embellishing, intermingling traditional and contemporary, searching for a harmony that lived up to her own perfectionism. At times she would choose her favourite 18th century Chantilly porcelain plates - even when there were children present - with delicate blue sprays, surrounding a centrepiece of fifteen to twenty Chinese tulip vases. There were never side plates or bread knives - it was a pared down aesthetic, not an excessive one. White Murano goblets and Georg Jensen contemporary silver pitchers would add sparkle and freshness; the result looked like a 16th century Dutch still life. At other events, the table would become a playful study in the juxtaposition of colour, using her gently multi coloured 50’s retro plates, Balinese silver rimmed lacquered bowls and glass tutti-frutti tumblers, made by the Rothschilds’ cousins, the Brandolinis, in Venice. The drinks trays in all her houses will stay in my memory for many years to come. Victoria’s signature Baccarat decanters would stand proud; around them a cluster of delicate early 20th century glasses engraved with the Rothschild crest...
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20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

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Leather, Wicker

Small Vintage F. Hingelberg Art Deco Pitcher by Svend Weihrauch 896
Located in Hellerup, DK
Small sterling silver Art Deco pitcher, design #896 by Svend Weihrauch from 1938. Beautiful Art Deco design, F. Hingelberg was one of the premier silver makers in Denmark at the time...
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20th Century Art Deco Pitchers

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Pot by Argentor-Werke Rust Hetzel, Wien, 1920s
Located in Roma, IT
Art Deco pot is an original decorative object realized between the 1920s and the 1930s. Original silver plated metal. Made in Austria. Realized by Argentor-Werke Rust & Hetzel, Wien. Fair conditions: Some signs of age. This beautiful silver plated pot...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Metal, Silver Plate

Kitchen Range Copper Hot Water Urn Samovar This very practical piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Kitchen Range Copper Hot Water Urn Samovar This very practical piece has been tinned inside the Copper body with brass banding, iron handles it has a copp...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Copper

Italian Retro Deco Sterling Silver Water Pitcher
Located in New York, NY
Retro Deco sterling silver water pitcher. Dynamic with wide twisted flutes and scroll-bracket handle, and off-center v-spout. Post-1967 Italian marks including maker’s stamp (Mario V...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pitchers

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Sterling Silver

Late 20th Century Boho Ceramic Majolica-Style Monkey Cobra Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This wildly imaginative teapot doubles as a sculptural conversation piece, featuring a wide-eyed monkey clutching a dramatic, arched cobra that cleverly forms the spout. Rendered in ...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Pitchers

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Ceramic

An Art Deco water pitcher in pear-shaped stoneware France mid-20th century
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An Art Deco water pitcher in pear-shaped stoneware, France, mid-20th century, with a superb patina and in perfect condition.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

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Stoneware

1913 René Lalique Decanter Reine Marguerite Glass with Brown Enamel Sepia Patina
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Rene Lalique Decanter "Reine Marguerite" made in clear and frosted glass with sepia patina and original brown heated enamel created by René Lalique in 1913. Original metal s...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

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Art Glass

Late 20th Century Boho Studio Pottery Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming handmade studio pottery piece featuring a rounded form with a short spout and looped handle. The off-white glaze is accented by painterly blue dot markings, giving it a ru...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Pitchers

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Pottery

Art Deco Pitcher Gallia affiliate to Christofle design Christian Fjerdingstad
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant Art Deco pitcher shaped with melon-style ribs on a quatrefoil base designed by Christian Fjerdingstad who was a Danish sculptor born in 1891. When he came to France, he creat...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century English Art Deco Solid Silver Cut Glass Decanter, c.1913
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
20th Century English Art Deco solid silver and cut glass set of three decanters. Of particularly large size with diagonally cut crystal glass body and mounted with elegant octagonal ...
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20th Century British Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver

Art Deco pitchers for sale on 1stDibs.

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