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"Floating Male Nude with Drapery, " Highly Rare Art Deco Vase by Grosz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
drapery that is fluttering in the breeze. Unlike artists working at Steuben, Orrefors and other firms
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
G Gori Bronze Female Nude Statue Classic Art Deco France
Located in Oakland, CA
G Gori bronze Female draped nude statue Classic Art Deco made in France. A verdigris green
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
French Art Nouveau Wax Young Girl Bust Sculpture, ca.1900
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Wicar Head, is a lightly polychromed wax bust of a woman wearing a terracotta drapery which was
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts
Materials
Synthetic
Original French Art Deco Gouache Illustration Drawing by J. Hilly
Located in Atlanta, GA
An original Art Deco illustration hand-painted with ink and gouache on paper. The drawing features
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Gouache
H 15.56 in W 12.01 in D 1.97 in
Art Deco Chiparus Bronze Sculpture
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Tampa, FL
the main sculptors of the Art Deco movement, his ability to imply movement worked well with the
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Copacabana
By Erté
Located in Greenwich, CT
white gold leaf and pastel colors indicative of Art Deco.
The Copacabana (also referred to as "The Copa
Category
20th Century Art Deco Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
American Millionairess
By Erté
Located in Greenwich, CT
, and arm, finished with an embellished gold tassel. The smooth, flowing drapery that hangs from her
Category
20th Century Art Deco Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
'Moineau Hardi' Art Deco Glass Paperweight by Rene Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Moineau Hardi, an Art Deco glass bird paperweight by René Lalique (1860-1945). A frosted glass
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
'Moineau Sournois' Original Art Deco Glass Paperweight by Rene Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Moineau Sournois, an Art Deco glass bird paperweight. A frosted glass sparrow pecking for food
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Sculpture by Kunstanstalt WMF Geislingen, Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Paris, FR
Art Deco sculpture crafted of bronze with brown patina, depicting a nude crouched woman holding a
Category
20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
'Asters No.2' Opalescent Art Deco Glass by Rene Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'Asters No.2' an Art Deco opalescent glass plate by Rene Lalique (1860-1945). Decorative roundels
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Modernist Chrome Picture Frame, France 1930s
By Atelier Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant French Art Deco picture photo frame features impressive quality builds with polished
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Metal, Chrome
"Brotherly Love", Art Deco Masterwork in Gold for Elks Memorial, 1926
By Eugene Francis Savage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A true Art Deco masterpiece, painted as a final study for one of a series of large murals for the
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
Two of Eight Original French Art Deco Monumental Art Glass Sconces Genet&Michon
By Genet & Michon
Located in New York City, NY
These palatial and magnificent original French Art Deco sconces are truly a work of art. The
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
H 30 in W 31 in D 19 in
Exceptional French Art Deco J.E Descomps Bronz, 1925
By Joe Descomps Cormier
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful French Art Deco bronze figure of a Dancer, by Joseph Emmanuel Descomps Cormier in a
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
G Gori Bronze Female Nude Statue Classic Art Deco France
By G. Gori
Located in Oakland, CA
G Gori bronze Female draped nude statue Classic Art Deco made in France. A verdigris green
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Late Art Deco French Mahogany Beige Sateen Upholstered Armchairs
By Sue et Mare
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Late Art Deco French mahogany armchairs featuring an oval back in a carved arch foliate
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Joseph Anthony Atchison Rare Art Deco Relief Panel "Nude with Torch, "
Located in St. Louis, MO
flame echoes the billowing folds of his drapery. The figure is wearing a helmet in the Greek manner, and
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
H 14.63 in W 14.75 in D 0.38 in
French Art Deco Style Brass and Bronze Eight-Arm Chandelier
Located in Buchanan, NY
This beautifully detailed 1920s French Art Deco style chandelier is made of brass with bronze
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Fine French Art Deco Thuya Wood Vanity w/ dressing mirror, Maurice Dufrène
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in New York City, NY
Important and spectacular French Art Deco vanity in beautifully figured thuya wood, attributed to
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vanities
Materials
Marble
H 67.5 in W 56.75 in D 17 in
Unusual Art Deco Hand Forged Iron Silhouette Sculpture of Body Builder, Boxer
Located in Buffalo, NY
Most unusual French Art Deco hand forged iron sculpture depicting 3- dimensional silhouette of body
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
"Glory, " Rare Art Deco Bronze Celebrating World War I French Soldiers, 1934
By Jules Bernaerts
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, northeast of Brussels near Ghent. The piece has a beautiful verdigris finish, and the Art Deco, stylized
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 34.25 in W 9.5 in D 6.5 in
Art Deco Bronze & Copper Sculptures of Seated Flappers by Ferdinando De Luca
By Ferdinando de Luca
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical pair of Art Deco Bronze and Copper Sculptures of Seated Women by Ferdinando De Luca
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Copper, Iron
A NEO-CLASSICAL Bronze ART-DECO WALL APPLIQUE by MAISON BAGUES, France 1960
By Maison Baguès
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and luxurious wall light with 2 arms of light, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic
Category
Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
H 11.82 in W 9.26 in D 3.94 in
Art Deco Bronze Sconces Attributed to Louis Süe and André Mare
By Compagnie Des Arts Français
Located in New York, US
Our rare set of four gilt bronze sconces with knotted drapery motif with crystal beads are
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco patinated and silvered bronze figure of a nude, by Armand Lémo
By Armand Lemo 1
Located in New York City, NY
An original French Art Deco bronze sculpture of a nude dancer with a veil by Armand Lemo 1881
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 13.25 in W 8.5 in D 3.25 in
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Bathing Nude Bain De Champagne by Georges Chauvel 1926
By Chauvel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco bronze sculpture of a bathing nude, Bain de Champagne Caron by Georges Chauvel dated 1926
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 16.15 in W 8.08 in D 4.53 in
Maurice Dufrene, Study, 3 Lithographs, 1906
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
to acquire this type of works by Maurice Dufrène or any other renowned French Art Deco creator are
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Interior Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Moineau Fier an Original Rene Lalique Glass Sparrow Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Moineau Fier, an Art Deco glass paperweight. A proud sparrow in frosted glass set on an integral
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
'Moineau Timide' R Lalique France Glass Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Moineau Timide, an Art Deco glass bird paperweight. A frosted glass figure of a sparrow pecking for
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
'Moineau Timide' Rene Lalique Glass Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Moineau Timide, an Art Deco glass bird paperweight. A frosted glass figure of a sparrow pecking for
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Moineau Sournois an Original R Lalique Glass Sparrow Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Moineau Sournois, an Art Deco glass bird paperweight. A frosted glass sparrow pecking for food
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Ceylan an Opalescent Glass Vase by Rene Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
leading figures of the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements Lalique’s legacy, artistic heritage and elegant
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Dauphins Coupe an Original Opalescent Glass Plate by Rene Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
and master glassmaker. As one of the leading figures of the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
'Ceylan' Rene Lalique Opalescent Glass Vase Circa 1930
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements Lalique’s legacy, artistic heritage and elegant style are still
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Large terracotta sculpture depicting an Odalisque reclining on a drape
By Marguerite Monot
Located in Paris, FR
Monot (1903-1961). Art Deco period.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
H 10.63 in W 32.68 in D 14.18 in
'Moineau Fier' Rene Lalique Glass Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Moineau Fier, an Art Deco glass paperweight. A proud sparrow in frosted glass set on an integral
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Fleurons No.2 Original Rene Lalique Opalescent Glass Plate
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Fleurons, an Art Deco plate by René Lalique (1860-1945). Opalescent and clear glass with geometric
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
'Actinia' an Opalescent Glass Vase by Rene Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Actinia, an Art Deco opalescent glass vase by René Lalique (1860-1945). Raised, swirling pattern in
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
'Ceylan' An Opalescent Glass Vase by Rene Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
the leading figures of the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements Lalique’s legacy, artistic heritage and
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
"Two Female Nudes, " Mid-Century Masterpiece by Alexander Cañedo
By Alexandro De Canedo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Author of "How Cañedo Draws the Figure" and one of the acknowledged masters of the nude in the Art
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings
Sensual Original French Painting 1940s Reclining Nude Pin-Up Girl by Joan Mayor
Located in Tustin, CA
and partially covered by sheer, diaphanous pale green chiffon. Lavish mauve drapery finishes the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 28.5 in W 33.5 in D 2 in
Terracotta Young Woman with Tambourine by Joseph Emmanuel Cormier Dit
By Joe Descomps Cormier
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
young woman as well as the finesse of the drapery highlight all the talents of the sculptor. Artist's
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Early 20th C. Italian Bronze Sculpture Depicting Giambattista Perasso 'Balilla'
Located in North Miami, FL
in
Date: early 20th century, 1920-1940
Style: Art Déco
Place of origin: Italy
An italian bronze
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Copper
H 9 in W 5.5 in D 3 in
20th Century Cold-Painted Bronze Sculpture entitled "La Masque" by Erte
By Erté
Located in London, GB
: Fine Art Acquisitions
Materials: Bronze
Book Ref
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 18.12 in W 8.67 in D 7.09 in
Chryselephantine Goldscheider - Bronze Patina Green & Gold - Green Onyx Marble B
By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
metals in an art object.
Gold was normally used for the drapery of the statue, while ivory was used for
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century European Other Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 53 in W 15 in D 15 in
Jean-Gabriel Domergue's French Academician Sword
By Odette Domergue
Located in New Orleans, LA
. Celebrated for his sculptures in the Art Deco style, Delamarre created ceremonial Academician swords for just
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
"Runner, " Large Rare Bronze of Nude Male Figure by Seifert, 1922
By Franz Seifert
Located in Philadelphia, PA
to the figure, which we now call Art Deco, this large and rare bronze depicts a nude male runner in
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Beaux Arts Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Original Watercolor Rendering for 1956 Living Room by Leleu Firm, Paris
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Paule. At the height of the Art Deco period, Jules was known for his sumptuous furniture with inlays of
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Drawings
Materials
Watercolor
H 12.25 in W 18.25 in D 0.1 in
French Orientalist Antique Bronze Sculpture by Edouard Drouot of Shoeshine Boy
Located in Shippensburg, PA
perhaps his greatest strength. From Art Deco studies of labor to mythological depictions in the Romantic
Category
Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 13.13 in W 3.75 in D 4.5 in
French Orientalist Bronze Sculpture “Arab Shoeshine” after Edouard Drouot
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ability to tell a story in a multitude of styles was perhaps his greatest strength. From Art Deco studies
Category
20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 13.13 in W 4.38 in D 4.63 in
“Lutte pour la vie” Scarce French Bronze Sculpture by Edouard Drouot
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ability to tell a story in a multitude of styles was perhaps his greatest strength. From Art Deco studies
Category
20th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th C. French Charles X Restoration Period Sewing Stand Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
SASSONE, Adriana Boidi, Furniture from Rococo to Art Deco, 2000, Evergreen
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Extremely versatile:
As
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X End Tables
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Enamel Art Deco necklace in 18k gold, Necklace called a "drapery"
Located in PARIS, FR
Enamel Art Deco necklace in 18k gold 18 karats. Necklace called a "drapery" composed of five
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Poodle and Cat Shaking Paws Beneath Classical Drapery
By Boris Lovet-Lorski
Located in Paris, FR
, lithographer, and painter who contributed significantly to the American Art Deco movement, was born in
Category
1930s Art Deco Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
India Ink, Watercolor
20th Century Art Deco Sculpture Representing a Dancer
Located in Badia Polesine, Rovigo
Art Deco sculpture of Italian origin of small size entirely made in patinated bronze representing a
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Textile Designs
By Gaston Charlet
Located in Toronto, ON
CHARLET WAS A FABRIC DESIGNER IN PARIS DURING THE
EARLY ART DECO ERA. THIS IS A STUDY OF
Category
Early 20th Century French Prints
Art Deco Textile Designs
By Gaston Charlet
Located in Toronto, ON
CHARLET WAS A FABRIC DESIGNER IN PARIS DURING THE
EARLY ART DECO ERA. THIS IS A STUDY OF
Category
French Prints
Art Deco Textile Designs
By Gaston Charlet
Located in Toronto, ON
CHARLET WAS A FABRIC DESIGNER IN PARIS DURING THE
EARLY ART DECO ERA. THIS IS A STUDY OF
Category
French Prints
Art Deco Textile Designs
By Gaston Charlet
Located in Toronto, ON
CHARLET WAS A FABRIC DESIGNER IN PARIS DURING THE
EARLY ART DECO ERA. THIS IS A STUDY OF
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French Prints
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Art Deco Drapery For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic art deco drapery available at 1stDibs. An art deco drapery — often made from metal, glass and bronze — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco drapery — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An art deco drapery, designed in the Art Deco, folk art or mid-century modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made art deco drapery over the years, but those crafted by René Lalique, Gaston Charlet and Sue et Mare are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Art Deco Drapery?
An art deco drapery can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,174, while the lowest priced sells for $475 and the highest can go for as much as $95,539.
Questions About Art Deco Drapery
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art 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.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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
- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art 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.
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The 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. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A 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.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The 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.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry 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.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- What era was Art Deco rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- What does Art Deco ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Among the key Art Deco designers were Tamara de Lempicka, Erté, René Lalique, Le Corbusier, Jean Dunand, Léon Bakst, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Sonia Delaunay, Georges Lepape and Jean Després.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco 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. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
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