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Jean E Puiforcat Cutlery Flatware Set Art Deco Papyrus Sterling Silver 80 Pieces
By Jean Puiforcat, Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
by Jean Puiforcat "LS" on each piece. Are added 20 Art Deco knives made in ivory bakelite. They
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cutery Service of 36 Knives in Original Box Art Deco
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PUIFORCAT and TETARD ART DECO period Dimensions: Total length table knives: 25 cm Total length
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Knife Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Set of 12 Silver plate Art Deco Christofle Knives Holder, 1930s
By Christofle
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice set of 12 art deco knife holders in silver metal. This charming knife holder set was
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Brass Silver Dessert Serving Pieces, Forks Dessert Knives Early 20th Art Deco
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
design between Art Nouveau and Art Deco Precious pieces that together with the set of 11 knives and forks
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Deco Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Brass

Art Deco Sterling Silver Set Of 12 Butter Knives 1932 Goldsmiths & Silversmiths
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Silver Butter Knives, are presented in their original box, and are in the Art deco taste. Each knife
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen Art Deco Dinner Knife in Sterling Silver, Four Knives Available
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Hansen silverware no. 7. Art Deco dinner knife in sterling silver and stainless steel. 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Horsens Denmark, "Funkis III", Set of 12 Fruit Knives, Art Deco Silver Cutlery
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Horsens Denmark, "Funkis III". Set of 12 fruit knives. Art Deco silver cutlery 1937. Measures
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Art Deco Orange Bakelite and Stainless Steel Knives Set in Box, 24 pieces
By Various Makers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant French Art Deco Bakelite and stainless steel knife set is still in its original box
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hans Hansen Silverware No. 7, Four Art Deco Fruit Knives in Silver and Steel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Hansen silverware no. 7. Four Art Deco fruit knives in silver 830 and stainless steel. 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel

1945 Brazilian Master, Art Deco Clown Serigraph Woodcut
By Odetto Guersoni
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Brazilian Art Deco, African Diaspora Bahian Carnival Subject: harlequin clown Medium: Print
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1940s Art Deco Nude Prints

Materials

Woodcut

1945 Brazilian Master, Art Deco Nudes Serigraph Woodcut Carnaval Bahia
By Odetto Guersoni
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Brazilian Art Deco, African Diaspora Bahian Carnival Subject: Abstract Medium: Print Surface
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1940s Art Deco Nude Prints

Materials

Woodcut

1945 Brazilian Master, Art Deco Serigraph Woodcut Colonial Architecture Mission
By Odetto Guersoni
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Brazilian Art Deco, African Diaspora Bahian Carnival Subject: Abstract Medium: Print Surface
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1940s Art Deco Nude Prints

Materials

Woodcut

1945 Brazilian Master, Art Deco Nudes Serigraph Woodcut Carnaval Bahia
By Odetto Guersoni
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Brazilian Art Deco, African Diaspora Bahian Carnival Subject: Abstract Medium: Print Surface
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1940s Art Deco Nude Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Georg Jensen Cactus. Two all-silver butter knives.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Cactus. Two all-silver butter knives. Hallmarked after 1944. In perfect condition
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ravinet-Denfert Art Deco Silver-Plated Menagere, Art Deco.
By Ravinet D' Enfert
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ravinet-Denfert Art Deco silver-plated menagere, Art Deco. Ravinet-Denfert Art Deco silver-plated
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20th Century French Art Deco Knife Boxes

Materials

Metal

Exceptional Set of Twelve Art Nouveau Silver Gilt Fish Knives, circa 1900
By Koch & Bergfeld
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An exceptionally fine set of twelve Art Nouveau Period silver-gilt fish knives, all having richly
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen, Acorn, Two Butter Knives in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen, Acorn, two butter knives in sterling silver. Marked post 1945. In excellent
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Six Georg Jensen Acanthus Butter Knives in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Six Georg Jensen Acanthus butter knives in sterling silver. Length: 15.5 cm. In excellent
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Six Georg Jensen Acorn Butter Knives in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Six Georg Jensen Acorn butter knives in sterling silver. Length: 15 cm. In excellent condition
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

5 Early Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver, Five Fruit Knives
Located in Copenhagen, DK
5 Early Georg Jensen Acanthus sterling silver, five fruit knives. Measures 17 cm. Stamped. In
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Vintage 1910s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Pyramid, set of eight long-handled dinner knives.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Pyramid, a set of eight long-handled dinner knives in sterling silver and steel
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Dinner Knife, Six Knives Available
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver dinner knife with a short handle. 6 knives are available
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Pyramid, set of five long-handled lunch knives.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Pyramid, a set of five long-handled lunch knives in sterling silver and stainless
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver

Eight Georg Jensen Acorn Butter Knives in All Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Eight Georg Jensen Acorn butter knives in all sterling silver. Measure: Length 15 cm. In very
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Five Georg Jensen Acorn Butter Knives in All Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Five Georg Jensen Acorn butter knives in all sterling silver. Measure: Length 17 cm. In excellent
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cohr "Herregaard" Luncheon Knife, Cutlery in Silver, 3 Knives in Stock
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Cohr "Herregaard" luncheon knife, cutlery in silver. 3 knives in stock. Measures: 20.5 cm
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

Six "Old Danish" Fruit Knives in All Silver 830, Dated 1920s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Six "Old Danish" fruit knives in all silver 830. Dated 1920s. Measures: 17 cm. In very good
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Acanthus Butter Knife in Sterling Silver, Six Knives Available
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Acanthus butter knife in sterling silver. Six knives are available. Measure: Length
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver - Box of 6 TEA KNIVES - ENGLISH - Hallmarked:- Sheffield 1913
Located in York, GB
English Sterling Silver Box of 6 TEA KNIVES Full set of English hallmarks, applied by the
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Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Four Evald Nielsen Number 14 Small Lunch Knives in Hammered Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Four Evald Nielsen number 14 small lunch knives in hammered silver and stainless steel, 1920s
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel, Silver

Art Deco Bakelite Fruit Knife Set
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Art Deco Bakelite fruit knife set from the 1930's. Made in Germany. Yellow colored bakelite handled
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco Bakelite Fruit Knife Set
Art Deco Bakelite Fruit Knife Set
H 6.75 in W 3.75 in D 2.5 in
Georg Jensen, six Pyramid lunch knives in sterling silver and stainless steel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen, a set of six Pyramid long-handled lunch knives in sterling silver and stainless steel
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Danish Silversmith, Two Antique Fish Knives in Silver 830, with Flower Chisels
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish silversmith. Two antique fish knives in silver 830, with flower chisels. Dated 1918
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Vintage 1910s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Three Georg Jensen Acanthus Fruit Knives in Sterling Silver and Stainless Steel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Three Georg Jensen Acanthus fruit knives in sterling silver and stainless steel. Measure: Length
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Set of 6 Liberty London Fully Hallmarked Sterling Silver 1929 Desert Knives
By Liberty & Co.
Located in GB
Liberty London Sterling silver dessert cutlery knives A very good looking and well made set, the are
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Five Georg Jensen Acorn Fruit Knives in Sterling Silver and Stainless Steel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Five Georg Jensen Acorn fruit knives in sterling silver and stainless steel. Measure: Length: 17
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Georg Jensen Parallel, Set of 8 Butter Knives in All Silver, Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Parallel. Set of 8 butter knives in all silver. Sterling silver. Measures 15 cm
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Jensen & Wendel Denmark Acorn Sterling Handle Stainless Blade Knives 8" #14923
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
. The Acorn pattern, which combines Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, has become a timeless classic. This
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20th Century Art Nouveau Chain Bracelets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of Elegant French Art Deco Silver Tableware
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Elegant French Art Deco silver tableware Quantities: Knives 12 (length: 10 in.) Knives
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Set of Elegant Frech Art Deco Silver Tableware
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Elegant French Art Deco Silver tableware Quantities: Knives - 12 (length: 10 in.) Knives
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Set of Elegant French Art Deco Silver Tableware
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Elegant French Art Deco silver tableware Quantities: Knives 12 (length: 10 in.) Knives
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Set of Elegant Frech Art Deco Silver tableware
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Elegant French Art Deco Silver tableware Quantities: Knives - 12 (length: 10 in.) Knives
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Rare Sambonet Art Deco serving set with slipcase
Located in Milano, IT
well-known Luigi Scremin, is a work of art in itself: the fine wood from which it is made gently
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Serving Pieces

Materials

Stainless Steel

JEAN E. PUIFORCAT - Silver Flatware 298 Art Deco Pieces
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
+ gross weight: 4176 grs 24 TABLE FORKS 24 TABLE KNIVES 24 TABLE SPOONS 24 DESSERT FORKS 24 ENTREMET
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

84-Piece Set Silver-plated Tableware - Christofle - Art Deco
By Christofle
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Christofle. The set dates from circa 1930 and is nicely designed in Art Deco style. The composition of the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

84-Piece Set Silver-plated Tableware - Christofle - Art Deco
84-Piece Set Silver-plated Tableware - Christofle - Art Deco
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H 9.45 in W 0.79 in D 0.79 in
Complete Silverware Set by WMF in Art Deco Box
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Complete set of Art Deco Silverware by WMF company nestled in a beautifully inlaid wooden box
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Bakelite Fruit Knife Set with Stand German Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Art Deco Bakelite fruit knife set from the 1930's. Made in Germany. Multi colored bakelite handled
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lapparra – Box Of 12 Silver Fish Cutlery Art Deco Period
By Lapparra Orfèvre Argentier
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Set of 12 fish cutlery forks and knives in solid silver, 24 pieces, ART DECO period model, circa
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jacques Martin Ferrieres 'French 1893-1972' Landscape
By Jacques Martin-Ferrières
Located in Dallas, TX
agricultural fields with a river and colorful trees. The pallet and texture make this a special art piece as it
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1920s Art Deco Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paint

Puiforcat - Art Deco Cutlery Flatware Set Nice Sterling Silver - 192 Pieces
By Puiforcat, Jean Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Exceptional Art-Deco "Nice" cutlery set in solid sterling silver First Title 950/1000th from Maison
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Ercuis Art Deco Dinner Service in Plated Silver, France, circa 1940
Located in Copenhagen, DK
French Art Deco dinner service in plated silver. Consisting of dinner knives, dinner forks and
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Tableware

Georg Jensen Art Deco Mayan Sterling Silverware Service for 12
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
deco jagged line etchings in the end of each piece. Rhode’s art deco Mayan pattern is very rare and
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco silver and bakelite Cocktail Shaker by Folke Arström
By Folke Arstrom
Located in Uccle, BE
This modernist looking Art Deco cocktail shaker is silver plated with a bakelite cap. Clean lines
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Hans Hansen Silver Cutlery Number 16, Complete Art Deco Dinner Service
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Hansen silver cutlery number 16. Complete Art Deco dinner service for twelve people. Danish
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
dessert knives bear the original composite handles. This Art Deco style silver cutlery service consists
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Jean Puiforcat - Art Deco Cutlery Flatware Set Chantaco Plated Silver 113 Pieces
By Jean Puiforcat, Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Art Deco Cutlery Flatware set "Chantaco" made in plated silver by Maison Puiforcat based on a
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20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
wood lift up lid and one draw Art Deco canteen table; this is an impressive piece of furniture in its
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Spanish Silver Art Deco Flatware Service, Jaume Mercade, Barcelona, circa 1930
By Jaume Mercade
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique Art Deco Jaume Mercade Queralt solid .916 silver handmade 196 piece flatware set that
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Vintage 1920s Spanish Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

Rare German Art Deco Desk Set, 1940's, Set of 4
Located in Lisboa, PT
This rare desk set was designed and produced in Germany, during the 1940's. It consists on a knives
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Jean Tetard - Art Deco Cutlery Flatware Set Nice Sterling Silver 152 Pieces
By Tetard Freres, Jean Tetard
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Art Deco Cutlery Flatware set "Nice" made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver by Jean TETARD. All
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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Art Deco Knives For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of art deco knives for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all art deco knives available were constructed with great care. Art deco knives have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Art deco knives are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Art deco knives have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Georg Jensen and Oneida are consistently popular.

How Much are Art Deco Knives?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $780, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $2,373 highest priced.

Finding the Right dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Art Deco Knives
  • 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art 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 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 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 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.