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Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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
1930s Mole-Richardson, Hollywood CA, Movie Set Light, Model 210, #2487, Restored
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1930s Mole-Richardson-Hollywood CA, Movie Set Light, Model 210, #2487 -Professionally Restored, Made in Hollywood, Ca, 1930s An original, exemplary, example of the rare Model 210, numbered 2487, film studio light made by Mole Richardson, Inc. of Hollywood, CA, We are offering a professionally restored, remarkably intact version, including the the sliding interior lighting mechanism, the orignal porthole glass shade and rubber lighting cord. The high quality of casting of the brass and chrome parts , many of them with the enameled Mole Richardson logo. The brass company identification tag is retained, the flood and spot light and the on and off switches are operational. The lamp is raised on a wheeled tripartite base, with an adjustable height from 4' to 8' feet. Moves easily. This is a rare opportunity to own the 'Rolls Royce' of movie studio lights, from the golden era of American film. Overall measurements: 80-inches high, diameter of base 33-inches The brass and chrome lantern /porthole light...
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20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal, Brass, Chrome

Old Rotary Telephone Red Copper Bakelite KTAS 1930s
Located in Poperinge, BE
Rare old rotary telephone made of black lacquered steel, copper-plated steel, brass and a bakelite receiver, probably by KTAS, model unknown but in the style of the D30, Denmark, ca ...
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal, Brass, Copper

COLUMBUS 1930 Art-Deco Model A Counter Vendor Machine For Gum Candy
By Columbus Vending Co.
Located in Miami, FL
A counter display vendor machine for candy by Columbus. This is an antique candy vending machine. The Columbus Model A gumball machine is an early and r...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Steel

Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Extremely stylish and totally original are these matching pair of English 1930s Art Deco modernist enamel gents cufflinks. Fabulous geometric patterning and color, with a slight mode...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Enamel, Silver Leaf

Paris Berlin Art Deco 1900-1933 Coffee Table Book
Located in New York, NY
The 'Paris Berlin 1900-1933 ' is a soft-cover book covering an exhibition from July 12-November 6, 1978, at The Centre Pompidou, Paris, France. Book cover...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Collection of Six Santa Claus Christmas Bottles, vintage German 1930s or older
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A really beautiful collection of six Santa Claus Belsnickle and Gnome Art Deco decanter bottles. Some have original cork stoppers. In very good condition with no chips, with signs of...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Art Glass

Vintage Black Dial Telephone Bakelite PTT Ericsson Type 1951
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage rotary or dial telephone, made entirely of Bakelite, designed in 1951 by Ericsson for the PTT, the design is based on its art deco style predecessor, the Ericsson model 1931....
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Bakelite

Grandfather Clock Radio by Silvertone, Circa 1931
Located in Fulton, CA
Scarce, Silvertone clock radio. Made by the Colonial Radio Company in 1931 and retailed under the Silvertone name by Sears Roebuck Company. Exceptional con...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Steel

Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Binoculars With Leather Case France 1920s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, France 1920s A stunning set of opera or theatre binoculars in original leather case. Gorgeous Mother-of-pearl inset ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Brass

WRIGLEY S 1920 Art Deco Antique Revolving Counter Display For Gum Candy Packs
By Wrigley s Spearmint Pepsin Gum
Located in Miami, FL
Revolving counter display for gum candy by Wrigley's. This is an antique revolving counter display of five sides created in America during the art deco period, back in 1920's. The d...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Steel, Chrome

Antique Wooden Wall Intercom Telephone Switchboard by L.M. Ericsson Type HA 100
Located in Sweden, SE
The Intercom telephone by AB L.M. Ericsson, model HA 100/15 with the RE 6000 handset, is a striking example of early 20th century engineering and design. This model belongs to the so...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Brass, Copper, Steel

Judith Leiber Duck Minaudiere
Located in Stamford, CT
Judith Leiber miniature duck form purse with mirror, comb and change purse. Signed. Mid 1990's
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1990s North American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Art Deco 1930s-1940s Stylish Pyramid Shaped Box Bag
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this superbly stylish and rare 1930s Art Deco pyramid box bag, a beautiful design. I can't sing the praises of this bag enough, it's an absolute delight. Th...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Brass

Dutch Je Maintiendrai World War Two Peace Biscuit Tin
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A scarce vintage Dutch ‘Je Maintiendrai’ ( I will maintain) WWII peace commemorative large biscuit tin dating from around 1945. The tin of large, tall cylindrical shape has its origi...
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1940s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Tin

Petite Silver Perfume Bottle, c. 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite silver perfume bottle from early 20th century once kept a lady's fragrance close to hand, perfectly sized to tuck into a pocket or evening bag. The small bottle is shaped...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Sterling Silver

Exclusive Royal SPOON Sterling Silver Coronation Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare case of antique valuable royal sterling silver Spoon. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver Spoon case. Celebrating the 1977 Coronation Jubilee of Quee...
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1970s British Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Antique Van Melles Large Toffee Store Display Advertising Tin with Arabic Motif
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique Van Melles store display tin was made in Amsterdam in approximately 1925 in the period Art Deco style. The tin is half moon shaped with a hing...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Tin

19th Century Old Study Camera in Oak Wood with Height Adjustable and Brake
Located in Miami, FL
Amazing late 19th century French oak camera from Spain. Made in oak and gold metal and in its color. Beautiful piece of decoration. Measures: Adjustable height 55.11in-66.92in.
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

1940s Vintage Vornado Antique Electric Powerful Metal Desk Table Fan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s Vornado vintage antique electric fan powerful and silent. Art Deco era electric table desk top fan with modern industrial design. Has one ...
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1940s Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Marihuana Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1930s
Located in Devon, GB
Claiming to be a "Daring Drug Expose!", this early exploitation film evaded strict censorship of its lurid content ("Weird Orgies, Wild Parties, Unleashed Passions!") by claiming to ...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

1933 - A Century of Progress - Chicago Worlds Fair Solid Etched Copper Tray
By Raymond Hood 1
Located in St. Louis, MO
1933 - A Century of Progress - Chicago Worlds Fair solid etched copper souvenir tray, unusual version with handles. The Century of Progress International Exposition, also known as...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Copper

Vintage Art Deco Vanity Set, circa 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming set of brushes and jars was once used by a well-to-do lady to store her cosmetics and maintain an elegant updo hairstyle. Also known as a toilet service...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Silver, Enamel

FRENCH SILVER Carving Knife Exclusive Royal Cutlery Sterling Silver Fork Knife
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare case of antique valuable royal sterling silver makers mark for Henry Soufflot (1884-1910), the foliate cast handles monogrammed GM, the fork with hinged long-tailed bird to th...
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1880s French Antique Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Black Grosgain and Bakelite Bag
Located in Devon, England
Wonderful Art Deco black grosgrain handbag with a real geometric feel. Dating to the 1930s and in great condition especially considering its age. This bag has an unusual shape being ...
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Mid-20th Century Central American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Bakelite

1930 Royal Automobile Club Associate British Enameled Radiator Cap Car Badge
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Royal Automobile Club Associate car badge was made by the Patent Die Assoc. Co. of London in presumably 1929 in London England in the period...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Vintage Art deco Peugeot Freres Coffee Grinder
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Vintage Art deco Peugeot Freres Coffee Grinder This Vintage Peugeot Freres Bakelite manual coffee grinder an art deco classic from Peugeot brand. The hand crank mechanism perfect f...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Bakelite

Hold Your Man Original Vintage Movie Poster by Eric Rohman, Swedish, 1933
Located in Devon, GB
A splendid stone lithograph poster with bold Art Deco artwork by noted Swedish designer Eric Rohman for the Swedish release of MGM's 1933 pre-Code rom...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper, Linen

For Heaven s Sake Original Vintage Movie Poster by Eric Rohman, Swedish, 1926
Located in Devon, GB
Printed in stunning stone lithography, this extremely rare poster was designed by prolific poster artist Eric Rohman for the original Swedish release of the action-packed 1926 American silent comedy 'For Heaven's Sake,' starring Harold Lloyd - one of the biggest stars of the silent era. After several years at Pathé, Lloyd made his debut at Paramount with this delightful slapstick classic, in which his trademark go-getting 'glasses' character appears as Uptown Boy J. Harold Manners, a millionaire playboy who falls for a Downtown Girl. With a dazzling finale featuring a double-decker bus careering through the city streets, the comedy of thrills was one of Lloyd's most successful films and the 12th highest grossing film of the silent era. Rohman's whimsical lunar poster design was inspired by a charming scene in which Harold woos his Downtown Girl (Jobyna Ralston) by the romantic light of a crescent moon - which is then revealed to be part of a neon sign for Crescent Laundry! Lushly printed in lapis blue, black and a contrasting orange, the enchanting Art Deco style artwork pictures the loved up...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Linen, Paper

Art Deco Photographs from The Strand Theatre in Times Square, Broadway, New York
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Five original photographs from live Broadway performances at the historic Strand Theater. The Strand Theatre was originally an early movie palace locate...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Anglo-Indian Art Deco Silver Presentation Casket
Located in London, GB
This Anglo-Indian silver casket is inscribed on a central panel to the front with the following: 'Presented to / Mr. A. L. Guildford, B.Sc. M.I.E....
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Early 20th Century Indian Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Silver

English Art Deco Royal Commemorative Porcelain Coronation Set
Located in New York, NY
This collection of English commemorative ware consists of a 1937 Edward VIII coronation tea set, two 1837 Edward VIII coronation plates, a 1937 Edward VIII coronation flute, and a 1939 plate commemorating George VI and Queen Elizabeth's trip to the United States and Canada. The Coronation tea set consists of a teapot, two cups, each with a saucer, a creamer and a coupe-shaped, open sugar bowl. The teapot, cups, creamer, and sugar bowl all feature Edward VIII's coronation portrait on the front and his seal on the back. The teapot, creamer, and sugar bowl are each circumscribed with gold trim and feature a delightful cracklature. Each piece is stamped "Made in England" and the teapot is also stamped "Lancasters LTD". The two conical-shaped teacups have handles which are decorated with a fine, royal blue line. The rim of each teacup, as well as their saucers, are also adorned with royal blue lines. Each piece is stamped "Made in England". The scalloped edged Edward VIII coronation plate offers a 24-karat gold trim and features Edward VIII's coronation portrait and seal, the back is stamped "L&Sons LTD". The second coronation plate is square with scalloped corners. In the center of the plate is a grisaille portrait...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Gold

His Masters Voice Large Advertising Paper Mache RCA Store Display Nipper Dog
By Old King Cole
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large advertising store display 'Nipper' dog was made by the Old King Cole Company of Ohio, and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a period Art Deco style. The sculpture is done entirely of a molded paper mache which has been hand painted with a white ground, and black accents with some gold finish on the collar. This RCA advertising store display has been restored at some time, as evidenced by the re-painting of the entire sculpture. There is some overall wear as presented in the photos and consistent with age and use,. This figural advertising 'Nipper' dog is clearly signed with a red paper label for the 'Old King Cole Company' inside the hind quarter with the crown logo. These store display Nipper dogs were done for several years for RCA, and the first ones were done in paper mache, and later done in fiberglass and the last renditions done in a molded plastic. This advertising sculpture...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

France Art Deco Horse, 1940
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
It was exhibited in the original Miami beach antique show and Palm beach "American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)". Horse in wood and chrome. We ha...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Chrome

LARGE SELECTION OF ANTIQUE VINTAGE ASPREY GARRARD CO SHOP DISPLAY BOXEs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this suite of vintage Garrard & Co formally Asprey & Garrard shop display and gift boxes A very good and qu...
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20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Pair of Art Deco Marigold Carnival Glass Rolls Royce or Packard Bud Vases
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of automobile bud vases are unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in approximately 1920 in the period Art Deco style. The vases are done with a thick clear glass in a fluted form, with marigold iridescent or carnival glass accents around the bulbous tops. These bud vases were used in luxury cars, and these came from an automotive collector with various Rolls Royce items, which these were included in. The Rolls Royce ashtray...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Art Glass

American Original Coke Coca Cola 1940 s Advertising Serving Tray 321-K
Located in San Diego, CA
rare original vintage coke Coca Cola serving tray very collectible , circa 1940's Made in The USA, the image its nice and clean the edges shows rust and w...
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20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Striking Art Deco Rhulmann Style Aluminum Inlaid Macassar Ebony Faux Bois Brush
By Rhulmann
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous Art Deco aluminum inlaid Macassar Ebony faux bois natural boar's hair bristle grooming brush in the manner of Emile-Jacques Rhulmann. 1920s This stylish accessory would have been used by a gentleman in the early 20th Century. Diamond shaped aluminum inlaid center accented by geometric designs and an attractive wide border. Natural boar's hair bristles in exceptionally fine condition. Nice age appropriate patina with some surface waviness seen at a certain angle. Beautiful table top object...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Aluminum

Opera Glasses, Binoculars by G.Rodenstock
Located in Miami, FL
Opera glasses, binoculars by G. Rodenstock.
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Late 20th Century German Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Bakelite

MARCIN PARIS 1930 By Frontin Lipstick Case Holder In Sterling 18Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A lipstick case designed by Frontin for Marcin Paris. This an antique lipstick case created in Paris France during the art-deco period, back in 1930....
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rare tin can of the Belgian royal family from the 1930s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1930 / tin can / tin / Art Deco / Mid-century / Vintage A rare large tin box from the 1930s, adorned with the portraits of the children of Belgian King Leopold III - Boude...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Tin

Chaplin Burlesque on Carmen Original Linocut Movie Poster, Swedish, 1920
Located in Devon, GB
An extremely rare early linocut poster for the first Swedish release of Charlie Chaplin's 1915 comedy short 'Burlesque on Carmen,’ his thirteenth film for Essanay Studios. A parody of Cecil B. DeMille’s 1915 ‘Carmen’ starring Geraldine Farrar and the near simultaneous release of William Fox’s ‘Carmen’ starring Theda Bara...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Linen, Paper

Typical Handmade Military Vehicle from the 2nd World War, 1940s / 1950s.
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Typical handmade military vehicle from the 2nd World War. Approx. 1940s / 1950s.
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1940s German Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Antique Cast Metal Charles Lindbergh "The Aviator" Commemorative Bookends
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This set of cast and patinated bookends are signed by an unknown maker, but presumed to be early examples made by COPR of the United States during the 1920's in the period Art Deco style. The bookends show a relief depicting Charles Lindbergh with an American Eagle on one bottom corner and the Spirit of St. Louis on the adjacent corner. The base has the title "The Aviator...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Large 1930s Steel /Cast Iron Military Chalk World Globe Denoyer Geppert
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare c 1930 steel Denoyer Geppert military chalk globe. Globe alone measures 22" in diameter, Retains original patina. Age appropriate wear. Minor dents.(see photo). Original patina ...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Steel, Iron

Antique Wood Sign From Pratt Institute
Located in New York, NY
Great antique sign originally from the world renown design, art school Pratt Institute in NYC. The sign is constructed of solid wood, having a black ba...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Wood, Paint

Art Deco Ladies Leather Chrome handbag, England, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is the original Art Deco leather handbag. The chrome frame with an etched geometric design handle is stunning and with a leather frill along the edge really se...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Chrome

1971 Folies Bergère Starring Hélène Martini Vintage Cabaret Pamphlet by Erté
Located in Van Nuys, CA
French artist Erté (Romain de Tirtoff, 1892-1990) created this poster for the latest stage production presented by Helene Martini, the owner of Folies Bergère. This iconic French cab...
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1970s European Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Art Deco Era "Exhibit s Contact" Military Aircraft Pinball Machine Back Glass
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage back glass was made by Exhibits of the United States and titled "Contacts" in 1939 in the period Art Deco style. This back glass depicts bi-planes flying around an aircr...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Glass

Important Linocut Print and Unique Biographical Documents for Eduard Ulreich
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Both a unique work of art and an extraordinary historical document, this print and group of documents were created by Eduard Buk Ulreich, best known as a muralist for Radio City Musi...
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1960s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration are these wonderful and original 1930s Art Deco three toned gents cufflinks. Slightly staggered and raised three toned enamel cufflinks on a rolled rose gold b...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Enamel, Gold Plate

Art Deco Metal Post Office Box Covers with Lock
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Gorgeous Art Deco style metal post office box covers. There are three available. The edges have a Greek key motif around the edges. A lock at the top i...
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20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal, Brass

Art Deco Framed Cyprus Tourist Poster by Baynard Press of England
By Baynard Press, London
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This poster was made by the Baynard Press of London, England in approximately 1920 and issued by the Government of Cyprus to promote travel to Cyprus in the period Art Deco style. Th...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Carnival de Nice France Historical Journal French Memorabilia
Located in Miami, FL
A historical piece of nostalgic journal art dated 1912, Carnival or Carnaval de Nice, France from Le Petit Journal. Two years prior to the First World...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Large Slag Glass Green Chunk Natural Specimen Rock 45 Pound Stone Garden Element
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Slag Glass Green Chunk Natural Specimen Rock Approx 45 Pound Stone Garden Element. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 7" H x 18" W x 10" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Glass

Antique Cast Bronze Newspaper Office Want Ad Accounts Cashier Flange Sign
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and heavy office sign is made of solid cast bronze and shows no foundry or maker's mark, but is presumed to have been made in the 1920s in the Art Deco style somewhere in ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Bronze

Art Deco Modernist Matching pair Of Enamel Gents Cufflinks by Lambournes
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration are these wonderful and original 1930s Art Deco three toned gents cufflinks. Slightly staggered and raised three toned enamel cufflinks on a rolled rose gold b...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Antique Danish SNTS Morse Telegraph Register Wheatstone transmitter w motor
Located in Sweden, SE
The telegraph apparatus made in early 20th century and equipped with electric motor (Københavns Elektromotor Fabrik) perhaps later ca 1925. The brass and steel instrument is state of the art creation by legendary Danish engineers. Very good, minimal age n usage wear, original state, very well preserved and likely functioning. Please study high-res pictures for cosmetic condition! Register serial 70868. app. 14,5 cm high (6”) 27 cm deep (11”) and 22 cm wide (9”). App. 6,2 kg weight it is going to measure some 9 kg packed for shipment. Wheatstone type transmitter was produced by The Great Northern Telegraph Company (Det Store Nordiske Telegrafselskab A / S) that was founded in Denmark in June 1869. It was set up as a merger of three recently established telegraph companies initiated by Danish industrial mogul Carl Frederik Tietgen. The aim of the firm was to create a worldwide telegraph company. The former headquarters of the GNTC on The Bund, Shanghai. The starting point of The Great Northern Telegraph Company (now GN Store Nord) was a concession agreement, which C.F. Tietgen made with the Russian Tzar...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Brass, Stainless Steel

1920s Popsicle Mold Vintage Industrial Good Humor Relic Prop
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Complete with the stainless steel stick holder/mount that sets on the mold.
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Ready For Love Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1934
Located in Devon, GB
The dazzling Art Deco design, standout typography and vividly contrasting candy pink and emerald green tones combine to irresistible effect on this rare US One Sheet poster for the 1...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper, Linen

Six Art Deco Patterned Boxes, John Held, Jr Box An Art Deco Decoupaged Vase
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An assembled collection of art deco patterned cardboard boxes along with a decoupaged glass vase. The boxes in an assortment of sizes. Most notabl...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Art Deco historical memorabilia for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco historical memorabilia for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage historical memorabilia created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, wall decorations, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, paper and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco historical memorabilia made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original historical memorabilia, popular names associated with this style include Denoyer-Geppert, Eric Rohman, J. Nusink, and Judith Leiber. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for historical memorabilia differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $125 and tops out at $248,500 while the average work can sell for $925.

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