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Asprey Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Northampton, GB
base A & Co. Asprey London, Made in England, model number 2590. The Cocktail Shaker dates to the Art
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate

Asprey Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
Asprey Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
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H 8.66 in W 5.9 in D 3.74 in
Asprey Art Deco Agate Stone Clock, circa 1920s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Asprey London STYLE / REFERENCE: Strut Desk Clock METAL / MATERIAL: Polished
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate

Asprey Art Deco Sterling Silver & Shagreen Magnifying Glass
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Bath, GB
. The 20s and 30s were a golden age for Asprey. It embraced the new style, now known as ‘Art Deco’ but
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey Art Deco Sterling Silver & Shagreen Magnifying Glass
Asprey Art Deco Sterling Silver & Shagreen Magnifying Glass
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H 7.75 in W 3.63 in D 0.63 in
Asprey Art Deco Agate Stone Clock, circa 1920s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Asprey London STYLE / REFERENCE: Strut Desk Clock METAL / MATERIAL: Polished
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Agate, Nickel

Asprey - Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigar Box - London 1936
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
in the Art Deco taste, with stepped detailing around the base and lid, and a cedar lined interior
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey - Art Deco Engine Turned Butt Marker - Shooting Interest - Chester 1937
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Chester in 1937 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this very stylish, Art Deco period, Sterling
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Games

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey London, Art Deco Agate Stone Desk Clock One of One 1930's
By Asprey London
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Asprey London STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: CIRCA / YEAR
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Desk Accessories

Asprey & Co. 1923 Birmingham Art Deco Hexagonal Vesta Box In 9Kt Yellow Gold
By Asprey London
Located in Miami, FL
in Birmingham England by Asprey & Company Limited, back in the 1923. Crafted during the art deco
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Shagreen Box by Asprey, England
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Patiala in India. This hinged box is an excellent example of Art Deco design, which often favored the use
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shagreen

Art Deco Shagreen Box by Asprey, England
Art Deco Shagreen Box by Asprey, England
H 2.25 in W 4.5 in D 4.25 in
Asprey 18ct Two Gold Art Deco Keyless Lever Open Face Dress Pocket Watch, C1920s
By Asprey
Located in London, GB
Asprey. AN 18ct Two Colour Gold Art Deco Keyless Lever Open Face Dress Pocket Watch C1920s Dial
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Tray by Asprey, London, circa .1930
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A very smart cocktail / serving tray in silver plate by the luxury silversmith / retailer, Asprey
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Original Art Deco circa 1920 Asprey London Mirrored Sideboard Cocktail Cabinet
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Art Deco Asprey London, Made in England, circa
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Oak, Glass

Early Silver Mounted glass Art Deco Ice Bucket by Asprey, 1912
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
handle of swept form, with all elements of the mount and handle hallmarked Asprey & Co., London, and
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Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey London American Art Deco Satinwood Table Picture Frame Exceptional Piece
By Asprey International Limited
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Vintage American Art Deco satinwood picture frame
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20th Century English Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Satinwood

Antique circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey & Co London Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey & Co London cocktail
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Mint Julep Cups - Asprey 1936 - Set of 6 Sterling Silver Cups
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1936 by Asprey & Co Ltd., this wonderful set of six sterling silver Art
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey London, Art Deco Agate Stone Desk Clock One of One 1930's
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Asprey London STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco MOVEMENT / CALIBER: High Grade / 8 Day
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Agate

Asprey London Sterling Silver Art Deco Style Ice Bucket & Lid in Original Box
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Ross, CA
decoration. The bucket is stamped with Asprey's maker's marks, the sterling silver mark and London hallmark
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Early 2000s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style Rock Crystal, Enamel & Russian Green Jasper Lamp; Asprey London
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
A very unusual Art Deco style, gilt silver, hand-carved rock crystal, red and green Russian Jasper
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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Rock Crystal, Jade, Silver

20th Century Art Deco Pair Of Solid Silver Cigar Boxes, Asprey & Co, c.1936
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
leading silversmiths of the day, Asprey & Co. The pair of boxes scream Art Deco, elegant and simplistic
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20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver

Asprey Co Ltd. Sterling Silver Opulent Art Deco Compact c 1920s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in University City, MO
Asprey London Sterling silver opulent art deco vanity compact c 1920s The elegant vintage compact
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Early 20th Century British Evening Bags and Minaudières

Large Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver & Enamel Picture Frame Asprey & Co 1929
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
Asprey & Co, Beautiful quality in a pure Art Deco form. The colour both the silver & enamel are in
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Early 20th Century British Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Thirst Extinguisher Cocktail Shaker by Asprey & Co.
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New Orleans, LA
Conquer one's thirst with this Art Deco-period silverplate cocktail shaker by Asprey & Co. Dubbed
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20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Desk Tidy/ Pin Tray. Bronze tiger mounted ob an oval onyx base. Retailed by Asprey of
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
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H 9.85 in W 6.5 in D 3.15 in
Asprey, London - Silver Plated Cocktail Tray c.1930
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
retailer, Asprey of Bond Street. Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

New in Leather Pouch Asprey London Platinum Wedding Ring
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this brand new in the original leather pouch solid Platinum small ring SIZE US 4.25, UK H, French 47.5, swis...
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20th Century English Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Platinum

Asprey sterling silver cigarette / card case, slide opens Pat 21914
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful silver work in this early Asprey Co , before Garrard cigarette case, /card, marked and
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Very Large & Stylish Antique Sterling Silver Table Mirror, Gilt, Asprey, 1920
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1920 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this large and very handsome, Antique Sterling
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey And Company Ltd. [Trade Catalogue]
Located in Bristol, CT
-after Art Deco trade catalogue produced by the luxury goods firm Asprey & Co. in the 1930s. The
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1930s More Art

Materials

Paper

Huge 1971 Fully Restored Thick 2.3kgs Asprey London Sterling Silver Platter Tray
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
fully restored Asprey London 1971 serving platter This is the largest and finest serving platter I
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Vintage 1970s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Stunning Rare Asprey London 1969 Solid Sterling Silver Strawberry Dish or Bowl
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare solid sterling silver Asprey
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Count Owned Asprey 24ct Gold Green Crocodile Leather 7 Piece Desk Set
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
, complete Asprey Green Crocodile leather with 24ct gold inlaid crown, desk suite This is pretty much the
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20th Century English Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Gold

Asprey, London, Antique Cut Glass & Silver Match Striker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Bath, GB
known as ‘Art Deco’ but then called ‘moderne’ or ‘Jazz modern’, introduced by the Paris Exposition de
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey, Novelty Silver Fox Letter Opener, Chester, 1928
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
Made in the Art Deco era, this splendid solid sterling silver letter opener has a handle featuring
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Vintage 1920s British Letter Openers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey, Novelty Silver Fox Letter Opener, Chester, 1928
Asprey, Novelty Silver Fox Letter Opener, Chester, 1928
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H 0.38 in W 5 in D 0.5 in
Art Deco Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London 1921
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Art Deco Onyx, Lapis & Silver Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London, 1921 This
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Onyx

Very Rare 1964 Asprey London Solid Sterling Silver Pin Tray of a Foxes Head
By Asprey International Limited
Located in GB
We are delighted to this stunning solid sterling silver 1964 Asprey London foxes head pin tray A
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Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Combo Match Box Holder and Ashbox
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Art Deco sterling silver combo match box holder and ashbox. Maker : Asprey Registration
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco 3 piece sterling silver tea set - Made by Asprey in 1932
Located in London, London
fine example of Art Deco design. The teapot measures 4.75"(12cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) from handle to
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tea Sets

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Sterling Silver

Fine Antique 1960 Art Deco Style EPNS Silver Hallmarked Zeppelin Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1960's Atomic Era Art Deco style Zeppelin
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Barware

Materials

EPNS

A fine Art Deco silver gilt and blue guilloche enamel boudoir clock by Asprey's
Located in London, GB
beveled, a sign of quality. The silver dial of typical Art Deco design signed Asprey and Co Ltd London W
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Asprey and Company Limited (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
fully illustrated with Art Deco styled items offered for sale by this most prestigious of retailers
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Mid-20th Century Books

Materials

Paper

Asprey and Company Limited (Book)
Asprey and Company Limited (Book)
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H 11.5 in W 9 in D 1.25 in
SIX SOLID STERLING SILVER TIFFANY & CO MADE ASPREY LONDON RETAILED WINE GOBLETs
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in GB
made Sterling Silver cup goblets which were retailed through Asprey London These are a super
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20th Century English Art Deco Barware

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Sterling Silver

20th Century Art Deco Shagreen Picture Frame London Circa 1918-20
Located in London, GB
This wonderful 20th Century Art Deco Shagreen photograph frame is in excellent condition with a
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Shagreen

Antique 1920s Silver & Tortoise Shell Page Turner by Grey & Co. London, England
By Asprey International Limited, Grey & Co., Chester
Located in Andernach, DE
stamped by Grey & Co. London, possibly for Asprey London. The Stamp is the London Lion, standing for
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Letter Openers

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Sterling Silver

Dunhill Rare Royking Lighter, 18k Gold Plating & Enamel Inlay “Royking” lighter
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
manufacturer for names such as Rolex, Cartier, Asprey and Garrard. After the war, King began to design and make
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items

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18k Gold, Enamel

Platinum Artdeco Bracelet 9.72ct Rubies & 13.69ct Diamonds Estate Sultan Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Qaboos Bin Said Asprey London Box with it,but I couldn t find any hallmarks of Asprey in Bracelet. All
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Retro Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Large Silver Plated & Glass Sideboard Tray by Leuchars & Son
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
in 1794 and were active in London and Paris until, they were taken over 1884 by Asprey and managed by
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Antique Mid-19th Century Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Rene Boivin 18k Gold Retro Double Clip Pin Brooch Vintage Jewelry
By René Boivin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
geometrical trend of the Art Deco movement in the1930s, the House of Boivin created naturalistic themed pieces
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Asprey Art Deco Clock in an Ivory Shagreen on a Macassar Base
By Charles & George Asprey, Buren
Located in London, GB
An Asprey Art Deco clock in an ivory shagreen with black edging on a polished Macassar base and a
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20th Century British Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Shagreen

Asprey & Co. English Art Deco Green Shagreen Box
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
Polished green shagreen box with bone banding around the top. Stamped ASPREY/ LONDON MADE on
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shagreen

Asprey & Co. English Art Deco Green Shagreen Box
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
/ LONDON MADE" on leather underneath, hinge stamped "LONDON MADE". *Variety of other English Art Deco
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Boxes

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Bone, Shagreen

Asprey & Co. English Art Deco Faux Tortoiseshell Photograph Frame
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
stand. Stamped: ASPREY LONDON on back.
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Picture Frames

Very Large Art Deco Sterling Silver Photograph Frame by Asprey of London
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
An extremely attractive sterling silver Art Deco photograph frame by Asprey of London dated 1939
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Art Deco Sterling Silver Fox Head Card Tray by Asprey
Located in London, GB
A very rare sterling silver card tray, retailed by Asprey styled, in relief, as a fox head
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver

English Art Deco Faux Tortoiseshell Photograph Frame
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
Rectangular photograph frame with arched top and Worcestershire Regiment silver badge. Original leather back and stand.
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Picture Frames

Very Large Edwardian or Art Deco Crocodile Skin Photograph Frame
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
An extremely attractive Edwardian / Art Deco crocodile skin photograph frame, circa 1910-1920
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Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Picture Frames

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Crocodile

Art Deco Sterling Silver and Gold Asprey Jaeger Lecoultre 8 Day Travel Clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
master craftsmen to re-case these movements. This example of an Art Deco travel clock is very unusual
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Vintage 1930s British Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century George V Silver Plate Bell Formed Cocktail Shaker, circa 1935
By Asprey International Limited
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
Asprey & Co. The shaker is detachable at two sections. Measures: Height 11 inches/28cm
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

KTF Trifari 1930s Aquamarine Rhinestone Vintage Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Wigan, GB
Asprey, London, and comes with its original box. Condition Report: Very Good - A couple of rhinestones
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium

Asprey Art Deco Engine turned Silver and Gold Cigar Box
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Art Deco styled sterling silver and gold cigar / cigarette box by Asprey of London. The
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Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Gold, Silver

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Asprey Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic asprey art deco available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every asprey art deco was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the asprey art deco you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A asprey art deco made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. Asprey International Limited, Asprey & Garrard Limited and Charles & George Asprey each produced at least one beautiful asprey art deco that is worth considering.

How Much is a Asprey Art Deco?

A asprey art deco can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,931, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $30,700.

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 Asprey Art Deco
  • 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 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.