Art Deco Chairs
ART DECO STYLE
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
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
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.
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Style: Art Deco
Restored Bauhaus Chrome Chair by Rudolf Vichr Prag, 1930s
By Rudolf Vichr
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia,
- 1930s
- Maker: Rudolf Vichr Prag(marked)
--Wooden parts restored
-Chrome cleaned
-The chrome parts show signs of age.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Eden Chair in Black Pen Shell and Upholstered in Calf-Hair by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Eden chair in black pen shell and upholstered in black calf-hair adds the perfect balance between fantasy and modernity to any space. This chair can be ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Pair of 20th Century Wood and Fabric Italian Art Deco Style Armchairs, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Pair of Italian armchairs from the mid-20th century. Art Deco style furniture carved in beech wood covered on the seat and back with damask fa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Sublime Hand Dyed Barrel Back Tub Armchairs in Brown Leather Comfortable
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of hand made in England brown leather barrel back tub armchairs.
A very well made pair, they have mahogany frames, the leather ...
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Chair Thonet Nr. 698, circa 1910, Gustav Klimt
Located in Praha, CZ
Marked with paper label and stamp. Newly restored. A variant of the design based on the work of Marcel Kammerer and Josef Hoffmann. Pattern of fabric inspired by the work of Gustav K...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1930s Set of 4 Art Deco Dining Chairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in kind of dark green velvet fabric
- Wooden parts have been refurbished
- All chairs are sturdy and stable
- Measures: Height of seat 43 cm.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Art Deco Inspired Slipper Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Art Deco inspired slipper chair covered in hot pink velvet feature an exposed wooden frame with a walnut finish, button tufted back cushion, gold painted feet and thick seat. A super...
Category
2010s American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Wood, Velvet
French Design Metal and Cognac Leather Bistro Style Chair
By Thonet
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Elegant chair, at the manner of the old French bistros, with metal structure and leather seat and backrest, combining quality, robustness and class. Comfortable and ergonomic, aerial...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal
J.J.P. Oud for C.H. Eckhart Armchair in Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
J.J.P. Oud for C.H. Eckhart, chair, mahogany, leather, brass, The Netherlands, 1930s
Elegant Dutch chair with cream leather designed by J.J.P. Oud for C.H. Eckhart. The chair has a ...
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Sylvie Chair in Mink Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Thonet Pair of Chairs in Cherry and Burgundy Upholstery
By Thonet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Thonet, pair of chairs, cherry, fabric, Germany, 1930s
This unique pair of chairs has a splendid construction that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aesthetics. The desi...
Category
1930s German Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in white vinyl, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish. Restored and polished.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
4 French Art Deco Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
Four French 1940s solid oak dining chairs.
Price is per chair.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Metal Folding Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Esperance, NY
Art Deco metal folding chairs - Set of 4.
Category
1940s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal
6 Art Deco Chairs with Red Leather from France Around 1930
Located in Greven, DE
Original Art Deco furniture from a time full of life and elegance. We get all of our furniture unrestored so that we can be sure that it is really original. We then offer these as or...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
1940s Italian Armchairs Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of armchairs attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, the master of Italian classicism. These chairs are an exceptional example of Ulrich's architectural skill where line bec...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood
Shagreen Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the original Dandy bench by Kifu Paris (see images at end of slide), the Dandy II Chair is the ultimate luxury seating for a dining room or corner area. The seating area ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Pouf J.Halabala
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco Pouf J.Halabala.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Set of 6 Fine Belgium Art Deco Chairs by De Coene (4 Side and 2 Arm)
Located in Long Island City, NY
De Coene Freres: A set of six fine Belgium Art Deco dining chairs (model Rubens) composed of 4 side and 2 arm with a darkened mahogany frame, an upholstered front back rest and a ros...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric, Rosewood
Shagreen Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the original Dandy bench by Kifu Paris (see images at end of slide), the Dandy II Chair is the ultimate luxury seating for a dining room or cor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1930
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1930s, in a small workshop in the town of Albi, southern France. It is in this same town of Albi that we...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
French Art Deco Set of Six Dining Chairs in Darkened Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, oak, metal, faux leather, France, 1940s
This set of French dining chairs show a basic design, with strong propo...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Armand Albert Rateau Suite of Four Neo Classic Louis XVI Style Chair
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Armand Albert Rateau (1882-1938) suite of four neo classic Louis XVI style chairs in molded beech, leather seat.
Original condition, stamped and numbered.
Very nice provenance.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pierre Dariel Pair of 'Hendaye' Armchairs in Striped Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Dariel, pair of Hendaye armchairs, beech, fabric, France, 1930s
Pair of armchairs designed by Pierre Dariel in the 1930s. The structure is composed entirely out of beech, whi...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Art Deco 4 Chairs J. Halabala .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco four chairs by J. Halabala from 1940 we present the chairs by J. Halabala from 1940s (a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding creators of the modern period. The p...
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Shagreen Chair by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. This piece has been photographe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Art Deco Chair Designed by Mart Stam, Type s10, 1930's
By Mart Stam
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia
- made of chrome, wood
- good, original condition.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco 4 Chairs J. Halabala .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco four chairs by J. Halabala from 1940 we present the chairs by J. Halabala from 1940s (a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding creators of the modern period. The p...
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Durenne Foundries Garden Chairin the style of Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Sharon, CT
Garden chair in forged wrought iron by Durenne Foundries. This model from the late 19th century, taken over by Jean-Michel Frank. Bibliography: F. Baudet, 'JM Frank...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
1 Art Deco Chair in the Style of Jean Michel Frank, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
one 1940s French Art Deco chairsin the style of André Arbus.
one isavailable
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
Art Deco Low Side Chairs in Mustard Velours Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Side chairs, velours, wood, France, 1930s
Elegant set of Art Deco chairs. The seating of the chairs is upholstered in a classy mustard velours,...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
21st Century Art Déco Elie Saab Maison Polished Brass Joelle Dining Chair, Italy
Located in Mariano Comense, CO
21st century Art Déco Elie Saab Maison Polished Brass Joelle dining chair, Italy
With its scenographic shapes and vintage references, the ...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Chair with Velvet Upholstery and Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Limited Edition Victoria chair by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that provides comfort, whilst retaining its elegant and luxurious aesthetic....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Early Dutch Lounge Chair in Oak and Rope
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, oak, rope, the Netherlands, circa 1910
This early Dutch lounge chair is executed in oak and is designed by 't Binnenhuis and attributed to Jac van den Bosch. The chair is ...
Category
1910s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
Elegant Art Deco Chairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elegant Art Deco chair, in solid rosewood and amboyna burl circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Amboyna
Marie Antoinette Chair in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Marie Antoinette chair by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that provides comfort, whilst retaining its elegant and luxurious aesthetic....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
1925 Robert Mallet-Stevens Chair, Made in France
Located in Milan, IT
Astonishing Robert Mallet-Stevens chair in perfect condition, France, 1925.
This is a museum piece.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Iron
Sylvie Chair in Cream Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Set of 8 fine French Art Deco Palisander Chairs by Maxime Old (6 side + 2 arm)
By Maxime Old
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of fine French Art Deco six-side and two-arm palisander chairs by Maxime Old.
A matching table, sideboard and two vitrine are also available.
Armchairs dimensions: H 36" W 22 1...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Palisander
Revolving White Art Deco Style Tulip Shaped Club Chair with Macassar Panels
Located in Ulm, DE
Typical tulip shaped Art Deco style club chair on a round, revolving base.
Excellent seating comfort with high quality upholstery.
Handmade in Germany.
Lacquered wood.
Black...
Category
2010s German Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Macassar, Upholstery
2 Art Deco Chairs in the Style of René Prou, circa 1930
By René Prou
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 Art Deco chairs in the Style of René Prou, circa 1930
In sycamore and painted silk
to be restored.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Silk, Sycamore
Set of Two Art Deco, Lounge Chairs, The Netherlands 1930's
By Pander
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Oak wooden "Amsterdamse School" lounge chairs with velvet beige upholstery in good condition. The wood has some nice carvings.
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
Six Art Deco Chairs in Green Leather Original Condition
Located in Miami, FL
Original condition for these set of six chairs in green leather.
the seat part are in bad condition, must be reupholstered.
Backs of the chairs are in good condition from origine.
...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Beech
Shagreen Chair with Palmwood and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the original Dandy Bench by Kifu Paris (see images at end of slide), the Dandy II Chair is the ultimate luxury seating for a dining room or corner area. The seating area ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Chair Thonet Nr.402, Jan Kotěra in 1907
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Designed by Jan Kotera for the National association house in Prostejov. Slightly modified - reduced backrest height, as an adjustment to the salon chair). P...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Sunburst Garden Chairs by Francois Carré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Art Deco, painted wrought iron, outdoor, garden side chairs by Francois Carré feature sunburst motif seats.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Set of Eight Art Deco Influenced Dining Chairs by James Mont
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight Art Deco influenced dining chairs by James Mont
The beautifully carved chairs have the original silver leafed finish which is in Great condition with minimal wear and t...
Category
1940s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Silver Leaf
Sylvie Chair in Cream Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Comfortable Art Deco Style Shell Chair with Fabric Upholstery and Lacquered Wood
Located in Ulm, DE
Invite your visitors to take a seat in this comfortable armchair.
This chair lends a special touch to your dining room:
Even a fast food dinner will feel like a feast.
High q...
Category
2010s German Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Inspired Club Chair in Mahogany & Cut Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Art Deco inspired chair is made from African mahogany wood and upholstered in a soft cut velvet. Tight back barrel shape makes for a cozy chair...
Category
2010s American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Mahogany
1970s Armchair Made in Europe, Made Out of Lacquered Wood and Leather, Original
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Period: 1970-1979.
Material: Lacquered wood and Leather
Source: Europe
Original perfect condition.
Category
20th Century Czech Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Pair of Chairs by Paul Fallot
By Paul Follot
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco beech and rosewood carved chairs with a deco floral pattern along the top and arms attribute to Paul Follot
Made in France
Circa: 1922.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Restored Pair of Midcentury Chairs, Made in 1950s Czechia, Fully Restored
By Jules Leleu
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of chairs, Midcentury Czechoslovakia
Completely restored. New fabric and upholstery. Period 1950-1960.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Restored Beige French Art Deco Chair, Designed by Jules Leleu, 1920-1929
By Jules Leleu
Located in Horomerice, CZ
French Art Deco chairs, designed by Jules Leleu.
Material: Mahogany
Completely restored, surface made by piano lacquers to the high gloss. New fabric and upholstery reminiscences g...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer, Fabric, Upholstery
Oxford Chair Fur Upholstery & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Oxford chair by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that provides comfort, whilst retaining its elegant and luxurious aesthetic. This piece is upholstered in a lustrous & soft cream calf-hair, with a bronze-patina brass frame. Available with cream shagreen inlay...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Rattan Chairs Design Jean-Michel Frank for Ecart International
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French Art Deco rattan chairs 1935 model design Jean-Michel Frank for Ecart International composed of a magnificent seating set of 4 chairs in w...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Shagreen Chair with Palmwood and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the original Dandy bench by Kifu Paris (see images at end of slide), the Dandy II chair is the ultimate luxury seating for a dining room or cor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Austrian Chair with Painted Panel
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
Unique and very particular Austrian chair...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include R & Y Augousti, barh.design, Jeroen Thys van den Audenaerde, and Thonet. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $220 and tops out at $72,000 while the average work can sell for $3,901.
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