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1931 Art Deco Philadelphia Civic Center Corbin Bronze Push Plate
Located in New York, NY
1931 Corbin signed Art Deco bronze push plate with emblem and lock insert salvaged from the
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
1931 Pair Art Deco Corbin Philadelphia Civic Center Push Plates
Located in New York, NY
1931 pair of Corbin signed bronze push plates with emblems salvaged from the Philadelphia Civic
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Ring 10Kt. Yellow Gold Philadelphia Olney High School, 1941 Size 8
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Class Ring
METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1941
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
10k Gold
Topkapi Pullman (based on Mural for Lobby, Suburban Train Station, Philadelphia)
By Joyce Kozloff
Located in New York, NY
acrylic work on paper is based upon of one of two mosaic panels for the Suburban Station, an art deco
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1980s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Watercolor
Portrait of a 1920's Lady - American Art Deco female portrait oil painting
Located in London, GB
American artist Henry R Rittenberg painted this lovely 1920's Art Deco portrait oil painting. The
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1920s Art Deco Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rare Bakelite Philadelphia Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
laminated colored "teeth" which subsequently became one of the most desirable designs of the Art Deco era
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Art Deco Polo Players Study by Wheeler Williams
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
in Chicago, and "Settlers of the Seaboard" in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
He graduated with
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Art Deco Wheeler Williams Classical Nude Figure Study
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
Philadelphia.
He graduated with honors from Yale University in 1919 and earned a Master of Architecture degree
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil, Paper
Double Sided Art Deco Drawing by Wheeler Williams, Signed
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
in Chicago, and "Settlers of the Seaboard" in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
He graduated with
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Art Deco Polo Mural Study Signed by Wheeler Williams
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
Chicago, and "Settlers of the Seaboard" in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
He graduated with honors from
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1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil, Paper
Art Deco Wheeler Williams Allegorical Painting Study, Double Sided
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
in Chicago, and "Settlers of the Seaboard" in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
He graduated with
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Art Deco Black Stallion and Wood Nymph Drawing by Wheeler Williams
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
"Settlers of the Seaboard" in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
He graduated with honors from Yale University
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
J.E.Caldwell & Co. Art Deco Desk Clock circa 1930s with Engraved Dial
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E.Caldwell, Philadelphia
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Desk Clock
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Desk Accessories
Rare Belgian Marble Jewish American Modernist Sculpture Chaim Gross Art Deco
By Chaim Gross
Located in Surfside, FL
Art; the Metropolitan Museum of Art; the Whitney Museum of American Art; the Philadelphia Museum of
Category
20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
H 8 in W 4.5 in D 3.5 in
Original Twa Poster-Swanson-Philadelphia Liberty Bell Lockheed Constellation, c.
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
: Unframed
Region of Origin: France
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Style: Vintage, Art Deco
Material
Category
20th Century Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
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H 39.38 in W 25.2 in D 0.4 in
Clearing Skies, Chrysler Building, New York City, Pastel, Art Deco
By Leon Dolice
Located in Wiscasset, ME
worked in Washington DC, Baltimore, Chicago and Philadelphia, but settled back in New York's bohemian
Category
1930s Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pastel
Post Modernist Color Pop Art Sculpture Memphis Milano Peter Shire LA Metal Art
By Peter Shire
Located in Surfside, FL
exotic or earlier styles. They drew inspiration from such movements as Art Deco and Pop Art, including
Category
1980s Post-Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 27.25 in W 18 in D 15 in
Large French Art Deco Four Horsemen of Apocalypse Watercolor Gouache Painting
By Jean de Botton
Located in Surfside, FL
many of the characteristics of the age of Art Deco, incorporating romantic, allegorical, and historical
Category
20th Century Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gouache, Paper, Watercolor
"Lunchroom Conversations, " Glimpse of 1920s Black Social Life in Philadelphia
By Julius Bloch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Worker," exhibited at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, was admired by Eleanor Roosevelt. This painting is
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 18.75 in W 17.25 in D 0.5 in
"Under the El", WPA-Era Painting of Philadelphia Market by Van Loan
By Dorothy Van Loan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
painting of an open-air market under the Market-Frankford elevated train line ("the El") in Philadelphia
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
Post Modern Peace Dove Judaica Menorah Pop Art Sculpture Memphis Milano Artist
By Peter Shire
Located in Surfside, FL
inspiration from such movements as Art Deco and Pop Art, including styles such as the 1950s Kitsch and
Category
1990s Post-Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 14.25 in W 12 in D 6 in
Set of Four Art Deco Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four American Art Deco sconces. Sconces are steel with new plating. The sconces were in a
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This luxurious and rare table clock is the essence of Art Deco style. Retailed at the renowned J. E
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20th Century American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Enamel
Phila Civic Ctr Art Deco Bronze Monolock Door Knob Set
Located in New York, NY
1930 Philadelphia Civic Center Art Deco bronze monolock door knob set. Two sets have a keyhole in
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Cuban Master Florencio Gelabert Sculpture Large Wood Carving Bust Man Portrait
Located in Surfside, FL
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Florencio Gelabert, with a style reminiscent of Art Deco and Art Nouveau in a Latin American Expressionist
Category
1970s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
City Street: Fifth Avenue
By Ron Blumberg
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, 1937
Pennsylvania Academy of Art, Philadelphia, PA, 1936, 1937
Collectors of American Art, Chicago, IL
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Haviland Limoges Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set Bone China, Art Deco
By Haviland & Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
-decorated with Schleiger 106 pattern, consisting of Art Deco style brick red florals among stylized garland
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Art Deco Maxfield Parrish Print 'Dinky Bird', Circa 1920
By Maxfield Parrish
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Art Deco antique "Dinky Bird" print after original by Maxfield Parrish, framed, circa
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Prints
Materials
Paper
2 Documented Art Deco Monumental Glass and Bronze Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
2 Art Deco monumental bronze 8 sided lanterns with tiered etched & beaded glass panels with an
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Helene Sardeau French Art Deco Jazz Singer Cast Bronze Sculpture
By Helene Sardeau
Located in New York, NY
Helene Sardeau (Belgian-American, 1899-1968) Art Deco cast bronze sculpture of a jazz singer
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
"Harpoonist", 1930s Folk Art - Art Deco Relief Sculpture in Gray Marble
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A remarkable example of folk art sculpture influenced by the stylization of 1930s Art Deco, this
Category
Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Phila Civic Centre Corbin Art Deco Push Plate Door Pull Set
Located in New York, NY
1931 Corbin signed bronze door pull and push plate set with emblems salvaged from the Philadelphia
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
"Weatherhead Award, " Rare Art Deco Bronze Panel for Excellence in Aerospace
By Walter Sinz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
depicts a nude female figure shooting into the sky, in classic Art Deco stylized form. Sinz designed the
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 15 in W 8.75 in D 0.5 in
Waylande Gregory Art Deco Ceramic Rooster Sculpture, Glazed, 1940s, USA
By Waylande Gregory
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Waylande Gregory Art Deco ceramic rooster sculpture, glazed, 1940s, USA
Literature:
Folk, Thomas
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Out of the City
By Benton Murdoch Spruance
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
art & chmn., Dept. of FA, Beaver College, Glenside, PA, 1932-60s; director, Graphic Art, Philadelphia
Category
1920s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
"Archer and Standing Nude, " Early Art Deco Drawing by Donald De Lue
By Donald De Lue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, this handsome Art Deco drawing depicts a nude male figure in an outstretched archer pose accompanied by
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drawings
Materials
Paper
"Beautiful Gardens" Art Deco Painting for Ladies Home Journal, Horn and Hardart
By W. Schatz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, all in a high Art Deco style. The medium is gouache on paper or artist board.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 31.5 in W 24.75 in D 0.25 in
Ferdinand Verger Freres Platinum Tonneau Art Deco Art Nouveau Watch with Diamond
By Verger Frères
Located in PARIS, FR
the synthesis in its time between Art Nouveau and Art Deco.
Due to its recognized know-how during the
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
"Utopian Motif, " Lovely Art Deco Painting with Frieze of Agrarian Labors, 1946
By John Ramsey Conner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia, and won a medal for his work exhibited at the
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 28 in W 35 in D 1.75 in
Wayland Gregory Art Deco Porcelain Zebra Sculpture, Glazed, Signed, 1940s, USA
By Waylande Gregory
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gregory: Art Deco Ceramics and the Atomic Impulse, University of Richmond Museums, Cranbrook Art Museum
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 5.5 in W 1.5 in D 4.5 in
"Blessing the Fishing Industry, " Art Deco Bas Relief Bronze Sculpture with Nude
By Walker Kirtland Hancock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of 30th Street Station in Philadelphia.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bailey Banks & Biddle 1925 Art Deco Brooch Platinum 4.74 Cwt. Diamonds & Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco brooch designed by Bailey Banks & Biddle.
An exquisite piece created by Bailey Banks
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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W 0.134 in L 1.42 in
J.E.Caldwell & Co. Art Deco Desk Clock circa 1930s with Engraved Dial
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E.Caldwell, Philadelphia
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Desk Clock
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Nickel
Gorham Sterling Silver Early 20th Century Child's Christening Mug Art Deco Style
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco style with an elegant, geometric design. It measures 2 5/8'' in height by 2 2/3'' in diameter
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Hagenauer, Tennis Players, A Pair of Art Deco Miniature Sculptures, ca. 1920's
By Karl Hagenauer
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Art Deco
Karl Hagenauer
Tennis Players
A Pair of Miniature Sculptures
Vienna, ca. 1920s
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 3.5 in W 1.5 in D 1.25 in
"Riding the Waves, " Large, Joyous Art Deco Sculpture of Boy Riding Seal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of a young boy riding a seal through the waves is a superb example of a genre of Beaux Arts & Art
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Reed&Barton Pair of Sterling Silver 1907 5-Light Hepplewhite Candelabra Art Deco
By Reed & Barton
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco style. Standing on octogonal bases, these candelabra typify the Art Deco style with their
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
Gorham 1919 Sterling Silver Hand Hammered Pitcher Jug in Art Deco Style
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Gorham sterling silver pitcher, beautifully hand hammered, from 1919 in geometrically-inclined, Art
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
J.E. Caldwell by I.W.C. 18Kt Yellow Gold Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch, 1930s
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Art Deco
METAL
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Black, Starr & Gorham Sterling Silver Trumpet Palace Size Vase in Art Deco Style
By Black, Starr & Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Furber as part of this service was displayed at the Philadelphia Centennial Exposition in 1876. Gorham
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Manning Bowman 1930 By Bel Geddes Art Deco Machine Age Pitcher In Chromed Steel
By Manning Bowman, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco pitcher designed by Norman Bel Geddes for Manning Bowman.
A fabulous art deco machine
Category
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Barware
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 9.5 in W 5.1 in D 3.75 in
Bailey Banks & Biddle 1925 Art Deco Arrow Jabot In Platinum 18Kt And Diamonds
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco arrow brooch designed by Bailey Banks & Biddle.
Exceptional piece created by the American
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
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W 1.18 in L 1.81 in
J. E. Caldwell & Co. 1920 Art Deco Cocktail Shaker In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
strong and elegant art deco patterns and carefully crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with very
Category
Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 14.5 in W 9.5 in D 6.76 in
Two Preparatory Drawings by Wheeler Williams
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
the Seaboard" in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
He graduated with honors from Yale University in
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Wheeler Williams Classical Figure Study for Twilight
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
Avenue bridge in Chicago, and "Settlers of the Seaboard" in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
He graduated
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Thee Graces Preparatory Drawing by Wheeler Williams, Signed
By Wheeler Williams
Located in Larchmont, NY
in Chicago, and "Settlers of the Seaboard" in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
He graduated with
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
“Portrait of a Man”
By John R. Grabach
Located in Southampton, NY
important works of sterling silver hollow ware and Art Deco glass designs for several high end retail
Category
1950s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Warm Beach (#108)
By Joyce Kozloff
Located in Austin, TX
Gallery, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Institute of Contemporary Art, Philadelphia, the Museum
Category
1970s Post-War Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Graphite
'Regionalist Landscape'
By Marcel Emile Cailliet
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. Upon the invitation of his uncle, the artist Emile Cailliet, Marcel moved to
Category
1940s Art Deco Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Judaica Oil Painting, Synagogue Miami Beach
By Chaïm Goldberg
Located in Surfside, FL
endures as an historical landmark in the Art-Deco cityscape of Miami Beach. Architect Morris Lapidus was
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
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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.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art 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.
- Is Toulouse-Lautrec Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art 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.
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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.
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Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To 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, 2024To 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, 2023Art 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.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, 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.
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