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Art Deco Seating

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
Art Deco Armchair in the Style of Alfred Porteneuve
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco beech armchair In the style of Alfred Porteneuve.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Attributed to Bruno Paul, expressive armchair, 1925, Viennese Mesh
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Expressive armchair, Germany 1925 in Makassar ebony. Sides and backrest with double Viennese Mesh. The base for the seat cushion in simple Viennese Mesh. An elegant, beautiful armch...
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Rattan, Ebony

French Art Deco Style Leather Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Art Deco Style Leather Sofa, based on a 1930s design, produced circa 2000s. It has been constructed of rosewood with nickel sabots and upholstered in cordovan or oxblood red c...
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Early 2000s American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Metal

Sofa Victoria 2-Seat in Upholstery and Brass
Located in Lisbon, PT
With perfect poise and structure, Victoria couch will welcome you and your guests into an incredibly comfortable and elegant seating experience. Victoria...
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Six Armchairs Art Deco Period, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Six armchairs Art Deco period, circa 1930. From France hotel, possibility of having more armchairs.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

George Smith Buttoned Side Occasional Office Desk Chair Brown Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning RRP £4,170 George Smith buttoned Gainsborough side chair in brown leather with mahogany frame This is a very well made...
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20th Century English Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather

In the Manner of Sue et Mare André Groult, Art Deco Settee, France, circa 1912
Located in New York, NY
"Corbeille de fleurs" Fine and early Art Deco settee in the manner of Süe et Mare and André Groult, France, circa 1912. This remarkable settee features a lyre shaped element at i...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

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Wood

Stool or Side Table, Modernist in Solid Wood, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stool or side table, modernist in solid wood, circa 1960.
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1960s European Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of Art Deco Walnut Holly Hunt Upholstery Lounge Chairs by Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
This bold and refined pair of Art Deco Slipper/Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Holly Hunt Upholstery were created by the esteemed designer Gilbert Rohde and originate from the United Sta...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

4 Thonet Chairs, Model Prague No. 811, First Half of the 20th Century
Located in Herentals, BE
The chairs were designed by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet around 1920 and executed by FMG - Fabryka Mebli Gietych - in Poland in the first half of the 20th century. They have been reupho...
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Early 20th Century Polish Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

A rare highback lounge chair by Knoll, Art Deco
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare Art Deco highback lounge chair by Wilhelm Knoll for Knoll, 1930s. Knoll was founded in 1865 by Wilhelm Knoll with the ambition to manufacture high quailty furniture. During t...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wool, Wood

PAIR OF ART DECO STYLE WICKER CLUB ARMCHAIRS WiTH MULBERRY FLYING DUCKS CUSHIONS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of vintage Art Deco style wicker armchairs upholstered in Mulberry linen Flying Ducks fab...
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20th Century English Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Wicker

A Rare Close Woven Wicker Ottoman in Green Finish with Black and Reddish Trim
Located in Nashua, NH
A rare and an unusual wicker ottoman made between 1915 - 1920s by the Heywood Wakefield Company of Gardner, Ma. done n a beautiful green finish with with woven black and maroon red...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Wicker, Reed

Upholstered Ottoman with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Chair in Bronze Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in New York, NY
Patrick Coard Paris expands on his unique and beautiful sculptural object collection with a furniture line. The Caudal capsule explores creating organic lines and sculptural dimensio...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Genebra Set/2 Armchairs in the Style of 1930 s, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Genebra Set of 2 Armchairs, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Genebra armchairs are designed to give your living room a sophisticated v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

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Brass

Pair of René Prou Chairs, 1930s, Art Deco
Located in London, Park Royal
An original, pair of René Prou chairs, circa 1930s. Finished in the original Art Deco, dusky pink lacquer and upholstered in a complementary pale, she...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Art Deco Galaxy Highback Armchair by Umberto Asnago for Giorgetti, 1980s
Located in Izegem, VWV
This stylish highback Peggy armchairs, from the Galaxy series, was designed by Umberto Asnago for the renowned Italian furniture maker Giorgetti. Ex...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Suede

Art Deco armchair by Ernesto Lapadula 1930s made of Walnut wood and Fuchsia velvet
Located in Catania, IT
Rare Art Deco Armchair by Ernesto Lapadula with Walnut wood frame and Fuchsia Velvet. The armchair designed by Ernesto Lapadula from the Italian Art Deco period, circa 1930. feature...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Shagreen Stool with Bronze Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Chrome Tubular Stool by Columbus, Italy 1930
Located in Milan, IT
Chrome Tubular Stool With Yellow Velvet Seat by Columbus, Italy, 1930s The Italian Company Columbus, in the 1930s, obtained an exclusive license for the manufacture of tubular furnit...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Chrome

Art Deco Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Montelabbate, PU
2 art deco walnut chairs, defect in the silk upholstery. Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the wooden packaging is needed (fumigated crates or boxes) for...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut

A Pair of Swedish Art Deco Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Swedish Art Deco side chairs with klismos form backs and saber legs. The figured birch back having stylized wreath motif in marquetry against figured background. The edging...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Birch

Two-Seater Italian Bamboo Bench, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Design; Art Deco; Vienna Straw; Bamboo; Outdoor; Indoor; Two Seater; Bench; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern; Italy; Two-seater bench in art deco style, featuring gracefully roun...
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1970s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Bamboo, Straw

Low-Slung French Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Sculptural Bentwood, 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Low-Slung French Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Sculptural Bentwood, 1930s This rare pair of lounge chairs embodies the refined craftsmanship and sculptural elegance of French Art Deco...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Bentwood

1930s French Art Deco Oak Canape in Faux Leather
Located in Astoria, NY
A striking 1930s French Art Deco canapé, sourced in Provence. Crafted in solid oak, the sofa is upholstered in its original red-orange faux leather, lending a bold visual presence to...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

MEDIUM SIZED LIBERTY S LONDON BROWN LEATHER HiPPOPOTAMUS FOOTSTOOL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime very rare and original, medium sized 1930’s Liberty’s London brown leather hand dyed...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather

Classic Armchair in Oak Lambswool Seat, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
This Danish Mid-Century Modern armchair from the 1950s is crafted from oak with delicate carvings for added detail. The seat is upholstered in soft lambswool, blending comfort with t...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Seating

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Lambskin, Oak

Geometric-Patterned Art Deco Table and Chair Set, France, 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Wonderful and unique wood dining set of unusual design, comprised of a table and four chairs. The chairs have curved cockfighting-style backs with an interesting geometric pattern...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Art Deco Armchair in Bouclé Upholstery, Walnut, Prague, 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Art Deco Armchair in Bouclé Upholstery, Walnut, Prague, 1930s This elegant Art Deco armchair embodies the refined sophistication of 1930s Prague design. With its clean geometric lin...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Beech, Walnut

Restored ArtDeco Walnut Trolley, Revived Polish, France, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Walnut Trolley. Revived Polish. Source: France Period: 1920-1929 Material: Walnut The top plate is removable and serves for serving. Our professional refurbishing...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Art Deco Seating

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Wood, Lacquer, Walnut

Set of Four French Art Deco Dining Chairs in Walnut and Bois de Rose, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking set of four French Art Deco chairs from the 1920s–1930s, masterfully crafted in solid wood veneered with flamed walnut, highlighted by bois de rose and fine boxwood fillet...
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20th Century Austrian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Dining Room Chairs in Oak and Leather, 1940s, Set of 8
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1940 / dining chairs / oak, leather / Art Deco Belgian Art Deco dining room chairs made of solid oak and leather. Beautiful designed dining room chairs representing the A...
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1940s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Oak

Keys Stool in Dedar Adamo Eva by Kevin Frankental for Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Keys collection draws inspiration from the bold simplicity of early 20th-century design, reflecting the geometric clarity of Koloman Moser’s work within the Vienna Secession move...
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2010s South African Art Deco Seating

Materials

Beech, Lacquer

Vintage Art Deco Stool in Red velvet with wooden legs, 1930s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1930 / stool / velvet, wood / Art Deco Red velvet Art Deco stool made around 1930. This elegant low tabouret was reupholstered in red velvet and rests on 4 nicely turned l...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chair in White Bouclé by Pierre Frey
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chair, model 'H269', stained beech, Pierre Frey bouclé, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chair upholstered in a fine off-white bouclé by Pierre Fr...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Bouclé, Beech

Dandy Day Bench in Shagreen with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Dandy day bench...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Suite of Four English Oak circa 1940 s Folding Steamer Chairs Stunning Patina
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely suite of four original circa 1940's English oak slatted folding steamer chairs A very good looking well ...
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1940s English Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Oak

Tubular Steel Bar Stools from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Art Deco style geometric and dramatic hourglass-shaped stools made of large-gauge tubular steel with round cushions upholstered in a moss green ultra-suede. Several available.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Steel

Settee in Stained Beech, Italy, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
1940s Italian settee is a striking example of mid-century design that blends cubist influences with the timeless elegance of Art Deco. Crafted during a pivotal moment in Italian furn...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Beech

Gilbert Rohde by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, 1933
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A low table or bench with a rectangular mahogany top floating a bent chromed steel base with sled feet.
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Steel

Four Modernist Art Deco Dining Room Chairs by Bas van Pelt for My Home, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare set of four of Modernist Art Deco dining room chairs. Design by Bas van Pelt for My Home Den Haag. Striking Dutch design from the 1930s. Solid oak frames with or...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Rattan, Oak

The Pianist Geometric Bench In Black White with Solid Brass Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this luxurious bench is a standout piece that combines striking design with ultimate comfort. The entire structure is forged from brushed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Metal

Decò Couture Geometric Purple and Green Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Each bespoke piece is stamped at the bottom of the lining of the pouf, signed, numbered and dated personally by the designer Lorenza Bozzoli. The original authenticity of each produc...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Textile

Oxford Chair Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Vintage 1940's Art Deco lounge chairs, with new fill and mustard velvet upholstery. Elegant and simple oak leg. The low blocky silhouette, deep seat, and strong geometric fo...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric

Art Deco Haagse School Armchair in solid Oak and Straw, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Art Deco Haagse School armchair, Netherlands, 1930s. Solid oak frame with straw seat. Very good original condition with only minor wear and tear. Architect C.J. Blaauw first used th...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Seating

Materials

Straw, Oak

Art Deco Armchairs by Michel Dufet, Ash Macassar Ebony, Circa 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Pair of armchairs designed by Michel Dufet (1888-1985). Ash tree wood structure, macassar ebony veneer and velvet upholstery. France, CIRCA 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood

Pair of Amsterdamse School Armchairs, The Netherlands ca 1920s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Rooted in the Amsterdamse School movement of the early 20th century, these armchairs reflect a design language that prioritized expressive form, solid craftsmanship, and a strong arc...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Set of Four 1930s Art Deco Rosewood Chairs
Located in Marseille, FR
Set of four 1930s Art Deco rosewood chairs. Seat covered with leather. Decorated with cast iron alloy plates with insects. In the style of Domn...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Metal

Art Deco Club Chair, Europe First half of the 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Art Deco furniture reflects a moment when design shifted toward confidence, comfort, and modern living. Emerging in the interwar period, the design movement embraced strong silhouett...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Art Deco Walnut Side Chairs in Mohair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Art Deco walnut side chairs with a solid walnut frame and mohair fabric..   
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1940s Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Art Deco Amsterdamse School Stool with Adjustable Seat, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Art Deco Modernist stool with adjustable seat. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak base with solid macassar elements and four solid macassar ebony kn...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Macassar, Oak

Art Deco 1940s Pair Red Distressed Armchairs Restoration Project As Seen Poirot
Located in London, GB
1940s Art Deco pair of distressed armchairs, featuring timeless oak wood arms, as seen at Hercule Poirot BBC series. This piece requires comprehensive restoration due to woodworm d...
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1940s British Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Black cowhide leather and wooden Art Deco design armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A piece of furniture designed and made by Schuitema is synonymous with beautiful design and very high quality. This beautiful Art Deco design armchair from the Decoforma series is no...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Seating

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Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Art Deco Style His Il Chair Made With Oak And Textile, Handmade by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
His & Her are complementary collections whose aim is to affirm the brand's aesthetic. These two collections are inspired by artistic movements from the beginning of the 20th century,...
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Textile, Oak

Shagreen Chair with Palmwood and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. Inspired by the original Dandy bench...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

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Brass

Dandy Stool in Shagreen with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The dandy stool...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Austrian Walnut Burl Stool
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Elegant Austrian stool veneered in precious walnut burl, crafted in the 1930s and attributable to the Art Deco style. With its clean, harmonious structure, it represents a quintessen...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Seating

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Faux Leather, Walnut

Shell Inlaid Bench with Bronze Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Art Deco seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Jindrich Halabala, R Y Augousti, Casa Botelho, and UP Závody. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $129 and tops out at $165,000 while the average work can sell for $4,595.