Art Deco Seating
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
Art Deco Desk Chair
Located in Torrance, CA
Inspired by a Dupre Lafon design, our custom Art Deco Desk Chair is elegant, modern, classic, and timeless.
This model chair is typically used as a desk chair, but it can also be gr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Seating
Materials
Brass, Bronze
An Art Deco Olive Green Leather Cloud Chair
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Cloud chair. Original walnut castors, re-upholstered in olive green leather with ruched arm rests.
Dimensions: H 82cm W 68cm D 50cm
Origin: English
Date: 1935
Item N...
Category
1930s English Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of 6 Antique French Art Deco Dining Chairs in Black Leather
Located in North York, ON
Introduce a touch of elegance and sophistication to your dining space with this stunning set of 6 antique French art deco dining chairs. These chairs exude the iconic art deco stylin...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Beech
1980s Black Leather Eileen Gray LOTA Sofa by ALIVAR Made In Italy
By Alivar, Eileen Gray
Located in Monrovia, CA
The LOTA Sofa Is The Iconic Eileen Gray 1924 Design For The Small Apartment In Rue De Lota, Paris. This 1980s LOTA Sofa Is A Black Leather Sofa With 4 Large Down Filled Leather Cushi...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Upholstered Amsterdamse School Chairs, The Netherlands Early 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the unique design style, “Amsterdamse School”, was an influential Dutch architectural and design movement that emerged in the early 20th century, and left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of...
Category
20th Century Dutch Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of 1930s mahogany poufs
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Pair of large 1930s poufs made of mahogany wood.
The pair was completely restored in the wooden parts, and the upholstery was renewed with a natural white bouclé fabric.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Mahogany
Art Deco Armchair, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
Elegant Art Deco armchair.
Very good original condition.
Shipping quote on request
Category
1940s European Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Charming small Art Deco footstool with attractive original upholstery, France, 1
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1940 / Art Deco / Mid-century / footstool / original red-brown upholstery
A very attractive and charming small Art Deco footstool from France, designed in the 1940s. The or...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian art deco Stool in solid wood, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian art deco Stool in solid wood, 1930s
Table stool in solid wood with rectangular section. The seat is curved. The stool has only two legs with finely worked feet. Belonging to ...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Wood
Lounge Chair H-269 by Jindřich Halabala, Czech Republic 1930s
Located in Greding, DE
Single H-269 armchair by Czech designer Jindřich Halabala. The dark stained armrests run in an elegant c-shaped sweep around the side of the seat cushion and become the supporting fr...
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Satin, Bentwood
Pair Antique Swedish Art Deco Rolled Arm Club Chairs - COM Ready
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Swedish Art Deco club chairs. Featuring traditional Art Deco elements such as a deep seat, a channeled barrel back, and rolled arms. Restored by our team of craftsmen while m...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Muslin, Birch
Art deco stool
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco stool, combination of walnut and macassar burr, professionally stained and repolished.
Category
1930s Slovak Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Macassar, Walnut
Exquisite Set of 8 Vintage Steel Art Deco Revival Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of ARM dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored, expertly custom upho...
Category
1970s American Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Walnut Stool
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed and very well made Art Deco walnut stool. This was made in England, it dates from the 1920-30’s.
It is typically Art Deco in style, the walnut frame has beaut...
Category
1920s British Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala designed in 1930s for UP Závody Brno. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
1940s Slovak Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Two Art Deco Modernist Oak Lounge Chairs in Bouclé by Anton Lucas Leiden, 1920s
By Anton Lucas
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare pair of Art Deco Modernist lounge chairs.
Design by Anton Lucas for N.V. Meubelkunst Leiden.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak frames with or...
Category
1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Macassar, Oak
Art Deco Zebra Style Matching Pair of Side Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Zebra Style Matching Pair of Side Chairs are a stunning set of two chairs from the Art Deco period. These chairs feature exposed Mahagonny wood frames that have been renewed...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Style Dutch Cognac Leather Club Chairs, Set of Four
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This set of four cognac-colored leather club chairs come from the Netherlands. They are upholstered with cognac-colored leather and feature metal rivets and wooden legs.
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather
Fine Pair of Art Deco Bergères , France 1930's
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Deco bergères.
Stanied wood frames with carved details
on the central backrest of the frame.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Antique Swedish Art Deco Barrel Club Chairs - COM Ready
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Swedish Art Deco Barrel club chairs, built with a curved back, long legs, and a rolled arms. Restored by our team of craftsmen while maintaining the vintage integrity of the ...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Muslin, Birch
1930s Rustic Pine Saddle Leather Sling Living Room Suite, Set of 8
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, living room suite you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement piece whic...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1920's Office chair Model No.3 by Gebrüder Thonet
Located in Brno, CZ
This office/dinning chair was originally designed at the second half of the 19th century, and can be found in the Thonet sales catalogues as model number 3. This particular piece is ...
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Beech
Art Deco Velvet Upholstered Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
An alluring accent with tactile appeal, this bedroom bench makes a striking impression in a metallic, Belgian cut velvet. Its classic oval shape is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Seating
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Style Leather Club Chair with Down Cushions
Located in Rio Vista, CA
American 20th century leather club chair or lounge chair made in the Art Deco taste. The chair features a deep seat with flat, straight arms that are subtly rolled on the top. The ge...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Moustache back Club Armchairs
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
FRENCH MOUSTACHE BACK CLUB ARMCHAIRS
These French leather moustache back club chairs are an excellent choice for any home, fitting in with any eclecti...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather
Art Deco, Curvy Stool in Beech Wood, Italian Cabinetmaker, Made in the 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming curved Art Deco stool, beech wood veenered. Made by a Italian cabinetmaker in the 1940s.
This beautiful vintage stool will fit in many interior styles. A modern, Scandivi...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Art Deco Machine Age Lounge Chair designed by Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Art Deco, Machine Age lounge chair designed by Gilbert Rohde for the Troy Sunshade Company circa 1930's. The chair features a sexy tubular chrome frame with large upholstered ...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Chrome
art deco style tubular armchair
Located in Felino, IT
chrome-plated tubular armchair 1990s. in the art deco style by Hayek Gottwald. produced in the 1990s. chrome-plated metal tubing. skai upholstery.
Category
1990s Czech Art Deco Seating
Materials
Steel
A Pair of Arm Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of modern armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure Alpaca fabric with a feather cushion and solid oak feet. Also available in COM. Handmade in England....
Category
2010s British Art Deco Seating
Materials
Beech, Oak, Alpaca
Exceptional Set of 6 Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional set of 6 chairs in the style of Gil Ponti, consisting of Mother of pearl and maple inlay on rosewood. Newly refinished and upholstered in leather.
Dimensions (each):
39"H...
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather, Mother-of-Pearl
1920s loveseat in wool boucle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W58 D32 H29 SW35 SD21.5 SH19 AH26
Vintage curved back sofa circa 1920s in fully restored condition. Item features refinished claw feet, fresh...
Category
1920s Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Pair of Art Deco Oak Lounge Chairs Attributed to Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this rare and exquisite pair of Art Deco open-arm lounge chairs, attributed to the iconic designer Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen and produced in Denmark dur...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair of Swedish Art Moderne Lounge Chairs - COM Ready
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of newly restored Swedish Art Moderne Arm chairs. Scandinavian interiors often have very low ceilings to contain heat, seating tends to be diminutive in footprint but is decept...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Muslin, Birch, Bentwood
1930s Restored Art Deco Armchair in Solid Walnut, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
- Newly upholstered
- rare model
- high of seat 43 cm
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Art Deco Brandy Crocodile Stool
Located in Westwood, NJ
A testament to timeless elegance and luxury. Wrapped in sumptuous leather with a brown embossed croc finish, this brandy-hued stool exudes a refined charm that elevates any interior ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Swedish Mid Century Lounge Chair in Velvet, Ulferts Möbler, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming and comfortable pair of lounge chairs with some beautiful curves. Original fabric in beautiful red color velvet which complements the identity of the chairs. Made in the 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Beech
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Emerald Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Flute bar stool embodies simplicity and comfort for relaxing moments, with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Art Deco Antique Green Crocodile Stool
Located in Westwood, NJ
A testament to timeless elegance and luxury. Wrapped in sumptuous leather with a green embossed croc finish, this dark antique green stool exudes a refined charm that elevates any in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather
Oak Art Deco Modernist Armchair by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist armchair.
Design by Hendrik Wouda for H. Pander & Zonen Den Haag.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak base with original bla...
Category
1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Art Deco White Crocodile Stool
Located in Westwood, NJ
A testament to timeless elegance and luxury. Wrapped in sumptuous leather with a radiant white pearl croc finish, this ivory-hued stool exudes a refined charm that elevates any inter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Swedish Grace Arm Chairs - COM Ready
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of newly restored antique Swedish Grace arm chairs. Swedish Grace was the brief design period precursing the more commonly identified Scandinavian Modern. It is a delicate balan...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Hardwood
Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Italy, Velvet, Pine, Italy, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige velvet and stained pine lounge chair designed and produced in Italy, 1930s.
Reupholstered in brand new velvet.
Seat height 16.5”
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Velvet, Pine
Set of 4 Wood and Leatherette Chairs - Italy - 1930s
Located in Milano, IT
The feature of these chairs is a wood handle on the back and legs on the side. are covered with a green vinyl leather, still original.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Dutch Art Deco Haagse School Armchair, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
An antique architectural Dutch armchair in solid oak and an extraordinary design. The chair has a robust look and is heavy in weight. Still it has a modest size and height and is be ...
Category
1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Oak
Sculptural wooden Armchair, Gio Ponti Style, Italy, 1930s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare sculptural wooden armchair in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy, 1930s
An armchair of great refinement, which well represents the sophisticated elegance of the period that goes fro...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Art Deco Club Chairs with Art Deco Pattern Fabric
Located in Ulm, DE
Pair of armchairs on lacquered wooden runners
Pair of armchairs
Skid-like construction
probably ash stained, high gloss lacquered
Freshly upholstered, with typical Art Déco pattern
...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Ash
Art Deco stools and seats, Poland, 1930s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco stools and seats, Poland, 1930s.
Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery.
It is possible to purchase a single piece for PLN 1,200....
Category
1930s Polish Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Walnut
Set Of Two The Hague School Side Chairs In Mahogany, Netherlands 1930's
Located in Hellouw, NL
These two modest chairs are subtly designed in the Hague School style.
Design
The almost cubist design is averse to ornaments and radiates strength in its simplicity. Dark-coloured...
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Dining Chairs H-214 by Jindrich Halabala
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art Deco dining chairs H-214 by Jindrich Halabala.
Category
1930s Slovak Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Beech
Early 20th Century Occasional Swan Neck Single Chair, Swedish
Located in London, GB
This is a very elegant and versatile swan neck chair with a beautiful black curved frame, Swedish circa 1930s. The chair has been newly upholstered in...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
French Leather Club or Lounge Chair from the Art Deco Era
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome vintage French leather upholstered club or lounge chair from the Art Deco era - featuring a comfortable shaped back and seat with removable cushion, with stylish arms and ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating
Materials
Brass, Metal
English Art Deco Benches / Loveseats- Set of 2
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Presenting a magnificent English art deco pair of benches/loveseats, custom handcrafted, featuring flame mahogany veneer in a high gloss finish. The benches are upholstered in a subt...
Category
Early 2000s American Art Deco Seating
Materials
Textile, Hardwood
Art Deco Tabouret Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
has signs of use
good original condition
Category
1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 6 English Art Deco Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Presenting a magnificent English art deco set of six dining chairs, custom handcrafted in Peru, featuring flame mahogany veneer in a high gloss finish. The chairs are upholstered in ...
Category
Early 2000s Peruvian Art Deco Seating
Materials
Textile, Hardwood
Pieff & Co. Art Deco Style Leather & Chromium Plated Tubular Steel Frame Sofa
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A Rare Pieff & Co Art Deco Style Black Leather & Chromium Plated Tubular Steel Framed Three Seater Sofa 1970's Designed by Mark Lawson
Extra images of original sketches, not supplie...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pair of Orlando Diaz-Azcuy Chalice Chairs in Black Micro Fiber and Rosewood
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Chalice Chairs by Orlando Diaz-Azcuy for HBF. Beautifully grained rosewood is covered in a thick glossy lacquer with the top edge detailed in bla...
Category
1980s American Vintage Art Deco Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood, Lacquer
Pair of French Art Deco Bergere Chairs in the Style of Paul Follot
By Paul Follot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning Pair of French Bergere Chairs in Style of Paul Follot. The pair have a beautiful scalloped back, a hand carved graceful curved arm that follows though to a tapered Let. ...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Seating
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Walnut
Art Deco Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a curved upholstered backrest and cushion seat. The reverse in a crafted exotic finish atop elegant and simple square tapered legs.
Dimensions...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Seating
Materials
Wood
Art Deco seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Jindrich Halabala, R & Y Augousti, Casa Botelho, and UP Závody. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $129 and tops out at $165,000 while the average work can sell for $4,595.
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