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Sterling Art Deco Style Goblet
By Antik Sterling
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This lovely sterling silver goblet has a Art Deco design. It has four balls in the center
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2010s Italian Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Unusual Sterling and Enamel Art Deco Candlesticks
By International Sterling
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual pair of elegant International sterling candlesticks which have cement filled shafts for
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Art Deco Vase
By International Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Art Deco period was more than just style it was a way of life. Everything from Big Band to F
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Art Deco Vase
Sterling Art Deco Vase
H 12 in W 5.5 in D 3 in
Sterling Silver Art Deco Compotes
By Baldwin & Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
marble size balls are between the bowl and base. The base is NOT weighted and has an Art Deco design. A
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
By The Webster Corp.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver cocktail shaker, The Webster Corp., North Attleboro, Mass., Ca. 1935
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Tea Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are just gaga over this sterling silver Art Deco tea set!! It has an understated elegance that
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Vanity Mirror
By Graff, Washbourne & Dunn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver Art Deco vanity mirror. It’s the perfect size for
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Salt Cellars
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer you this pair of Art Deco sterling silver salt cellars from the 1920s
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Vanity Mirror
By J.F. Fradley & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
iconic Art Deco look that gives it an “edge”. The mirror is in pristine condition and the velvet back is
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco English Sterling Silver Toast Rack
By William Bruford & Son Ltd
Located in Pearland, TX
Art Deco style geometric shape and decorative finial. It would be wonderful for serving toast or could
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Art Deco Bowl
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful signed streamlined Tiffany & Co. sterling silver Art Deco bowl.
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Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Period, sterling silver cocktail shaker, Marcus and Company, New York - makers, Ca. 1935
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Atelier Borgila Art Deco Sterling Silver Bowl
By Atelier Borgila
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco sterling silver bowl by Atelier Borgila circa the 1930s. Founded in 1921 by the designer
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
By Reed & Barton
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco period, sterling silver cocktail shaker - Cocktails for Two - Reed and Barton Silversmiths
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver, Gold

Sterling Silver Art Deco “Trianon” Tea Set
By International Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are absolutely delighted to offer this Art Deco tea set by the International Silver Company in
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco All Sterling Silver Inkwell on Sterling Silver Footed Inkstand
By Mappin & Webb
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver inkwell on sterling silver footed inkstand, Birmingham, England, year
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cup
By International Silver
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Period, sterling silver mint julep cup, International Silver Co., Meriden, Ct., circa
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

20th Century Art Deco Sterling Silver Bread Dish
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver Art Deco bread dish
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Candelabras
By Johann Wagner & Sohn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
with flowers in the center, side by side or like an “S”. Art Deco at its best!
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Vintage 1940s American Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Basket
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
through and gives a dramatic appearance. The cutout design is geometric as is often found in Art Deco
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Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco sterling silver salver, serving tray
By Walker & Hall
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage Art Deco era sterling silver salver. It has an attractive scalloped double
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Gustave Keller - Sterling Silver Vase Art Deco Period
By Gustave Keller Freres
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Period: ART DECO around 1930 Goldsmith: Gustave KELLER Origin: France / PARIS
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Goblets
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 12 Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Goblets, 1907–1947 USA, Circa 1907–1947 A remarkable set of
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20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Celtic Design Sterling Silver Serving Bowl
By R. Wallace & Sons Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, Celtic design, sterling silver serving bowl, R. Wallace & Son, Wallingford, Ct., circa
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Dish, Mappin & Webb, 1936
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Mappin & Webb sterling silver dish, designed in the Art Deco manner. This elegant dish features
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Dish, Mappin & Webb, 1936
Art Deco Sterling Silver Dish, Mappin & Webb, 1936
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H 3.08 in W 12.8 in D 10.4 in
Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Creamer, Cream Jug
Located in NEWARK, GB
A very pretty vintage Art Deco era sterling silver Creamer or cream jug. It is a small squat
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Creamer, Cream Jug
Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Creamer, Cream Jug
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H 2.5 in W 3.5 in D 3 in
Antique Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By William Comyns & Sons 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the Art Deco style; an addition to our Art Deco silverware collection. This exceptional antique
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Hip Pocket Flask Art Deco Period
By Napier Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful small sterling silver hip or pocket flask, Art Deco period, made by Napier Co., circa
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Art Deco Cigarillo Cutter
By George Henckel & Sons
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer this rare sterling silver cigar cutter from the 1920s. Picture F.Scott
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Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Dartboard Presentation Trophy
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique George V English sterling silver Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Table Box with Hinged Lid
By Becht & Hartl
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver table box with hinged lid, New Jersey, Ca. 1935, Becht and Hartl - makers
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Art Deco napkin ring in sterling silver.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen, Art Deco napkin ring in sterling silver. Model number: 238A. 1933-1944 hallmark
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Water Jug from 1935
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1935 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this handsome, sterling silver water
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Large Art Deco Sterling Silver Wood-Backed Picture Frame
By Sanders & Mackenzie
Located in New York, NY
Large, Art Deco, sterling silver wood-backed picture frame, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Vanity Jar
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
around the rim — very common in Art Deco designs. The crystal jar is paneled rather than a single round
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Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Amber Glass & Sterling Silver Ruler, 1927
By Padgett & Braham Ltd
Located in Bath, GB
. Either end is fitted with a solid English sterling silver CAP incorporating little feet to stand on; the
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Amber Glass & Sterling Silver Ruler, 1927
Art Deco Amber Glass & Sterling Silver Ruler, 1927
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H 0.75 in W 12.25 in D 0.5 in
Vintage Art Deco sterling silver napkin rings, Pair, Geometric
By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.
Located in NEWARK, GB
A very attractive pair of vintage, Art Deco era sterling silver napkin rings. Art Deco design at
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Goldsmith Lapparra - Vase In Sterling Silver Art Deco Period
By Lapparra Orfèvre Argentier
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Material: silver 1st grade Weight: 2.475 grams brut Hallmark: Minerva Period: ART DECO Goldsmith: LAPPARRA
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver-Mounted Shagreen Table Box
By Charles Boyton & Sons, Ltd.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted shagreen table box, London, 1923, Charles Boynton & Sons, Ltd
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco English Sterling Silver Toast Rack, Dated 1924
By William Comyns & Sons 1
Located in Pearland, TX
London, dated 1924. Hallmarks on reverse. This stunning toast rack has a lovely Art Deco design, ornate
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Northern Goldsmiths Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Pint Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
-shaped sterling silver handle, in the Art Deco style. The underside of the mug bears the retailer's
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Large Art Deco Tray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer you this large sterling silver Art Deco tray from the 1920’s. It is a
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Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Sugar Caster by Lee & Wigfull
By Lee & Wigfull
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver finial. Condition This antique Art Deco sugar caster is an exceptional gauge of silver
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20th Century Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Engine Turned Cigarette Case
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver cigarette case with gilt interior and hinged lid, Birmingham, England
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Vanity Mirror
By Lunt Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We just love this Art Deco sterling silver vanity mirror by Lunt Silversmiths. It has that
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Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Table Basket on Pedestal Base
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver table basket on pedestal base, American, circa 1930s. Measures: 8 1/4
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco, Sterling Silver-Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, London, year hallmarked for 1926
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Three-Piece Christening Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the Art Deco style, boxed; an addition to our collection of silver christening gifts. This
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Table Box with Hinged Lid
By Cohen & Charles
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver table box with hinged lid, Chester, England, year-hallmarked for 1920
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Goldsmith Motti - Art Deco Sterling Silver Centerpiece (1927-1932)
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Important centerpiece in solid silver represented by an octagonal covered soup tureen with canted sides mounted on a pedestal and flanked by two geometric handles. Dimensions: height...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

French, Sterling Silver Dish/ Bowl in Art Deco Style
Located in New York, NY
French, 0.950 (higher purity than sterling) multilobe silver bowl in Art Deco style, from the early
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Gruhier - Original French Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tureen
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris the Birthplace of Art Deco, a Stunning "Gatsby Era" Original French 950 Sterling
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Design - Sterling Silver Tea Set - Walker & Hall 1947
By Walker & Hall
Located in London, London
height of Art Deco design, with a wooden base, handle and finial to the teapot. The teapot measures 5
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Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Period Octagonal Mug/Cup by Blankensee
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver, Art Deco period, octagonal-shaped mug/cup, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Baldwin & Marriott 1920s Art Deco Sterling Silver Photograph Frame
By Baldwin & Marriott
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver Art Deco photograph
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Table Box with Hinged Lid
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver table box with hinged lid, Fisher Silversmiths, Inc., New Jersey, Ca
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Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Hawkes Sterling & Crystal Art Deco Vase
By T. G. Hawkes & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and elegant and a nod to the fabulous Art Deco designs of the roaring 1920’s.
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Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique George V Art Deco English Sterling Silver Condiment Set
By Reid and Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, comprehensive and Art Deco antique George V English sterling silver twelve piece
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Pair of Sterling Silver Bon Bon Dishes
By R E Stone
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine pair of antique George V English sterling silver bon bon dishes made by RE Stone Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Harrison Brothers & Howson 1939 Sterling Silver Sugar Caster - Art Deco
By Harrison Brothers & George Howson 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Art Deco style; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique George VI
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20th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

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Deco Art Sterling For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the deco art sterling you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every deco art sterling was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a deco art sterling, we have 2746 options in-stock, while there are 166 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer deco art sterling, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right deco art sterling, those designed in Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one deco art sterling that is appealing in its simplicity, but Georg Jensen, Harald Nielsen and Tiffany & Co. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Deco Art Sterling?

Prices for a deco art sterling start at $1 and top out at $190,376 with the average selling for $936.

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 Deco Art Sterling
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2023
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The 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, 2022
    There 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, 2023
    The 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, 2024
    The 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, 2024
    In 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.