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Czech Art Deco Amphora Art Pottery Floral Islamic Design Ewer
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Art Deco art pottery Czech Amphora ewer in Islamic style dating between 1918 and
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Art Deco Amphora Vase in Handblown Lilac & Channeled Clear Glass Signed Daum
By Daum
Located in New York, NY
This refined Art Deco amphora vase was realized and signed Nancy Daum in France circa 1925. It
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Rare very decorative swivel jug, horse carriage, 1915 Art Deco, Amphora, Czech R
Located in Wien, AT
Very impressive jug from the Art Deco period, made around 1915 by the Amphora company from the
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Vintage 1910s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Italian Art Deco Oil Amphoras
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish set of Italian Art Deco amphoras date to the 1930s and capture the spirit of the
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Clay

AMPHORA Art Deco Stoneware Vase, Late 1920s
By Amphora
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large Art Deco vase by AMPHORA (Turn Teplitz, Bohemia), Czech Republic, late 1920s. This vase was
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Amphora Art Deco Elephant & Lion Porcelain Group, Czechoslovakia
By Amphora
Located in Newark, England
Amphora to the centre and made in Czechoslovakia and a third mark reading VI. The figure dating to the Art
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Amphora Art Deco Elephant & Lion Porcelain Group, Czechoslovakia
Amphora Art Deco Elephant & Lion Porcelain Group, Czechoslovakia
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H 26.18 in W 15.75 in D 11.024 in
Amphora Czech Art Deco Jewelled Art Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Art Deco art pottery Czech vase decorated with jewel patterning set with scroll and
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Pottery

Amphora Czech Art Deco Jewelled Art Pottery Vase
Amphora Czech Art Deco Jewelled Art Pottery Vase
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H 9.06 in Dm 5.52 in
Amphora, Pair of Wall Plates with a Provencal Design, circa 1930
By Amphora
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Pair of Art Deco ceramic wall plates by Amphora, circa 1930. Provencal design. Decor of young
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Ceramic Vase w/ Hummingbird in Multicolor Linear Glazing signed Amphora
By Amphora
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated and beautifully colored Art Deco Cubist Ceramic Vase W/Hummingbird in Multicolor
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Swallow Lamp, Imperial Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Art Deco, Circa 1920
By Imperial Amphora
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Imperial Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Art Deco, circa 1920 Blue ceramic decorated with swallows
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Ceramic

Pair of two rare reversible vases, jugs, ceramic, Art Deco, 1915 Amphora Czech R
Located in Wien, AT
and decor. One has a red base color and shows a man with a typical Art Deco design, probably the
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Vintage 1910s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of two reversible vases jugs, ceramic, Egypt Art Deco, 1915 Amphora Czech R
Located in Wien, AT
vases in Egyptian design, originals from the early Art Deco period.
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Vintage 1910s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pot, Bowl, Jardiniere, Three Musketeers, Dumas, Amphora, 1920, Bohemia
By Amphora
Located in Wien, AT
Republic, made in the Art Deco period around 1920. The three musketeers of the well-known novel of 1844
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Ceramic Pitcher Vase by Amphora, 1920s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Czechoslovakian glazed ceramic pitcher by the Amphora manufacturer, 1920s-1930s Art Deco style
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pitcher Vase by Amphora, 1920s
Ceramic Pitcher Vase by Amphora, 1920s
H 8.86 in W 4.34 in D 5.52 in
Ceramic Vases from Amphora, 1920s, Set of 2
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Pair of Czechoslovakian glazed ceramic vases by the Amphora manufacturer, 1920s. Art Deco style
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Amphora Enameled Pottery Vase
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This striking enameled pottery vase was made by Amphora and is decorated with stylized floral
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Pottery

Extravagent flower vase, precious stone look cold painted Amphora, 1920, Bohemia
Located in Wien, AT
manufacturer Amphora, in the exciting time of Art Deco. A very decorative piece with organic shapes fits into
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Enamel Ceramic Vase Signed Amphora, Austria, circa 1920
By Amphora Austria Manufactory
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel Ceramic vase signed Amphora. Austria, circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Czech Ceramic Vase in Spiralling Hues of Rose Quartz and Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco vase was created by hand in Czechoslovakia (what is now the Czech Republic
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Hand-Painted Art Deco Porcelain Figurine of a Lion
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Amphora, Czechoslovakia. Hand-painted Art Deco porcelain figurine of a lion on the rock. 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Déco Italian Glazed Ceramic Vase/Amphora with Handle and Double Spout
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco italian glazed ceramic vase/amphora with handle and double spout By: unknown Material
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Art Deco / Etruscan Style Vintage Tulip Vase with Glazed Ceramic Amphoras, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. This wonderful piece is made with white ad brown glazed ceramic amphoras
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic, Amphora Czechoslovakia
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Ceramic: Amphora Czechoslovakia We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Ceramic

French Mid-Century Modern / Art Deco Ceramic Amphora/ Vase /Pitcher, 1930 Signed
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Mid-Century Modernist / Art Deco ceramic amphora / pitcher / vase. Signed on
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Signed Schneider Amphora Vase c1928
By Schneider Glass
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
of the influence of classical design on the Art Deco innovators.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Amphora-shaped lamp in alabaster
Located in Vicenza, IT
Refined table lamp in neoclassical style and in the shape of an amphora. Made from beautifully
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Amphora hammered by Claudius Linossier
By Claudius Linossier
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hammered copper amphora with bronze tripod base. Made by Claudius Linossier (1893-1953). Signed C
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Bronze, Copper

A Muller Freres Amphora Vase, c1925
By Muller Frères
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Muller Freres Amphora Vase, c1925 Even a cursory glance at this vase will reveal why both Daum
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20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Pair Of Tour Porcelain Amphora Vases Signed Maurice Pinon
By Maurice Pinon
Located in BARSAC, FR
Art Deco-inspired motifs. very beautiful pieces, deep blue. Signed Maruice Pinon in the decor
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Hand-Painted Porcelain Figurine of Lioness on Rock
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Amphora, Czechoslovakia. Hand-painted porcelain figurine of a lioness on the rock. 1930/40's
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Soffiato Amphora Vase by Vittorio Zeccin for MVM Cappellin circa 1925
By Vittorio Zecchin, Cappellin
Located in London, GB
amphora honey colored glass comes from the classical shape of ancient Greek pottery. It is made up a two
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Napoleone Martinuzzi 1935 Murano Amphora Vase Venetian Vetro Black & Rosso Glass
By Zecchin Martinuzzi, Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Miami, FL
Venetian art glass vase by Napoleone Martinuzzi. An antique pre WWII unique piece made in Italy
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Large Hand-Painted Porcelain Figure of Bear, 1930/40's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Amphora, Czechoslovakia. Large hand-painted porcelain figure of a bear. 1930/40's. Measures: 31 x
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Déco Sculpture in Precious Marble of Carrara, 1930s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare art déco sculpture in italian Carrara marble. Great artistic quality, not signed. A beautiful
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Religious Items

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Large Stoneware Planter with Handles, Cachepot
Located in Bochum, NRW
Art Deco Stoneware planter with handles, France, 1940s An Art Deco large ceramic cachepot
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Stoneware

Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
Amphora lounge chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance Dimensions: W97x D 89 x H 90 cm Materials
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2010s French Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
H 35.44 in W 38.43 in D 35.04 in
Pair 20th Century Art Deco Marble and Bronze Urns Vases
Located in Madrid, ES
A pair of impressive and large vases or urns from the Art Deco period, made of white marble and
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Urns

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Spanish Urn Amphora Alabaster Lamp with Parrot Handles
Located in Barcelona, ES
piece. Manufactured at the art deco period. Place it on a console table or commode, or display it as a
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Art Deco Earthenware Flower Motif Vase
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century - Amphora Art Deco large earthenware flower motif vase.
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20th Century Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Art Deco Earthenware Flower Motif Vase
Art Deco Earthenware Flower Motif Vase
H 17.5 in W 11 in D 6.5 in
Large Goldscheider Vienna Art Déco Figurine, Water Carrier, Lorenzl, ca. 1925
By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna, Josef Lorenzl
Located in Vienna, AT
oriental clothing, balancing an amphora on her head, the delicate bustier, essentially consisting of two
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Andreé Guerval French Art Deco Bronze & Onyx Sculpture of Chysis / Woman & Urn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fagueys. Depicting a young Greek Chysis partially nude and holding an onyx amphora aloft. The bronze
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

Lenci Italian Art Deco Ceramic Jug, Pitcher and Tray Set with Floral Patterns
By Lenci
Located in Firenze, IT
Amphora shape, the pot-bellied decanter bottle has a nice molded nozzle while the round shaped tray has a
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

"Sprites with Amphorae, " Rare Pair of Art Deco Bronze Candlesticks with Nudes
By Edward McCartan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
male and female sprites, each standing on a gilded sphere and carrying an Amphora. Their torsos are
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Czecholovakian Art Deco Hand Crafted Cream and Umber Ceramic Vase by Royal Crown
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco ceramic vase was realized by the esteemed atelier of Royal Crown in
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vases Art Deco Period in Grecian Style in Painted Spelter on Marble Bases, Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Grecian Art Deco spelter vases on marble bases recall the glory days of the ancient Greeks
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Vintage 1920s French Classical Greek Vases

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Daum Nancy Glass Vase With Gold Foil Inclusions, 1925-30
By Daum
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
of Daum cameo glass, Daum Pàte de Vere glass, and Daum Art Deco glass would never have existed if it
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20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Glass

Claudius Linossier Dinanderie Vase
By Claudius Linossier
Located in New York, NY
This copper, brass, and silver French Art Deco vase by Claudius Linossier utilizes the dinanderie
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Vases

Materials

Silver, Brass, Copper

Swedish Grace Ceramic Handle Vase, Argenta designed by Wilhelm Kåge 1930s-1940s
By Wilhelm Kage
Located in Knivsta, SE
modern approach. This is visible in the shape of the handle vase, resembling a Greek amphora, only
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ducks Murano, 1930, Italian, Sing Salviati & C
By Salviati
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Pulegoso Two-Handled Seguso Vase
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Tall Amphora shaped Pulegoso twin-handled vase Murano Italy 1937 Seguso Vetri d’Arte Provenance
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze entitled "Suprise Crocodile" by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
very fine detail and colour, signed with the Bergman 'B' in an amphora vase. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Cold-Painted Bronze Entitled "Feeding Turkey" by Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
' in an amphora vase, stamped Geschutzt and numbered 1060. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 4 cm
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Cold-Painted Bronze Sculpture entitled "Eagle with Outspread Wings" by Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
finished detail, signed with the Bergman 'B' in an amphora vase. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ceramic Collection of Vessels, Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden 1930s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Bochum, NRW
glazed in orange 3 - a vase satin beige outer glaze, amphora shaped, double handles glazed in glossy
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze Entitled "Snake Dancer" by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
Bergman ‘B’ in an amphora vase and marked ?Geschutzt Additional information Measures: Height: 47 cm
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Franz Bergmann Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Figure of Snake Charmer
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Forney, TX
and is decorated with aged cold paints. Circa early 20th century, Art Nouveau / Art Deco era. Marks
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Set of Porcelain Kajzer Nossek
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
also Art Deco and modern. Dimensions: The smallest vase: Height 18cm, width 11 cm, depth 8.5 cm
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Vintage 1960s Polish Porcelain

Materials

Other

Set of Porcelain Kajzer Nossek
Set of Porcelain Kajzer Nossek
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Amphora Vase
By Amphora
Located in Fremantle, W.Australia
An Art Deco amphora vase depicting a peacock.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Amphora Vase
Amphora Vase
H 13.39 in Dm 10.24 in
Austrian (?Amphora) Jardiniere & Pedestal
Located in Bronx, NY
This circa early 20th century Austrian art pottery exhibits a luxurious mottled green texture
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Pottery

Austrian (?Amphora) Jardiniere & Pedestal
Austrian (?Amphora) Jardiniere & Pedestal
H 38.5 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in
Schneider, Art Deco Vase
By Charles Schneider
Located in Brussels, BE
purple 'cabochons' and rim. Engraved marks (signature and Amphora).
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Schneider, Art Deco Vase
Schneider, Art Deco Vase
H 11.42 in Dm 3.55 in
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Art Deco Amphora For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the art deco amphora you’re looking for. An art deco amphora — often made from ceramic, metal and glass — can elevate any home. Find 109 options for an antique or vintage art deco amphora now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the art deco amphora you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each art deco amphora bearing Art Deco, Art Nouveau or mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. Amphora, Franz Bergmann and Amphora Austria Manufactory each produced at least one beautiful art deco amphora that is worth considering.

How Much is a Art Deco Amphora?

Prices for an art deco amphora can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $160 and can go as high as $56,066, while the average can fetch as much as $1,610.

A Close Look at Art Deco Furniture

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

ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

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

ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Art Deco Amphora
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.

    Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.

    The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The work of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec falls into the Art Nouveau style, which was prevalent approximately during the period of 1890-1910. Following the Art Nouveau period was the Art Deco era, which is usually defined as the era between 1920 and 1930. Toulouse-Lautrec died in 1901 putting his art in the era of Art Nouveau, but certain aspects of it definitely hint at the coming Art Deco style considering the definite overlap of the two movements. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.