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Rare Large Maitland Smith Art Deco Inspired Cocktail Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 50" x 50" Art Deco coffee/cocktail table featuring streamline chrome feet and four large
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Early 2000s English Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Comodini in mogano con piano in vetro bordeaux anni '50
Located in Premariacco, IT
Raffinata coppia di comodini anni '50 Art Decò rivestiti in radica di mogano con profili lavorati e
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Stained Glass, Mahogany
Mahogany chest of drawers with burgundy glass top 1950s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Raffinata cassettiera o credenza anni '50 Art Decò rivestita in radica di mogano con profili
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Degué French Art Deco Table Lamp, Late 1920s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco table lamp by Degue (Compiegne), France, late 1930s. Thick molded glass shade
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Degue Large French Art Deco Chandelier, Late 1920s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Genuine and large French Art Deco chandelier by DEGUE (Compiegne), France, late 1920s. Original and
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
DEGUE French Art Deco Amber Pendant Chandelier, Late 1920s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco pendant chandelier by DEGUE (Compiegne), France, late 1920s. Mottled glass shade
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Mirror Coat Peg, and Umbrella Stand, 1930s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco coat peg and umbrella stand, France, 1930s. Wrought iron and glass. The coat-peg
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 20.87 in W 25.6 in D 7.68 in
Chrysler Building Art Deco Skyscraper
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Photography Transformed. Amon Carter Museum . He has had more than 50 Photography Magazine Covers and has had
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1980s Art Deco Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Inkjet
Miami , Art Deco South Beach Ocean Drive,
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Chromogenic print Printed on Hahnemühle Fine Art paper
40 × 60 in
101.6 × 152.4 cm
Dazzling
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1990s Art Deco Color Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Art Deco South Beach Miami Colony Hotel
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
! American Photography Transformed. Amon Carter Museum . He has had more than 50 Photography Magazine Covers
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1990s Art Deco Color Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Miami Beach, Art Deco South Beach Ocean Drive,
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
. printed later. Printed on Hahnemühle Fine Art paper
Mitchell Funk is a pioneer of " Color Photography" In
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1990s Art Deco Color Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Art Deco Car Wheel
Located in Toronto, ON
Limited Edition Archival Photograph of 50 Hand Signed by John Migicovsky
Additional Information
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2010s Contemporary Color Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Chrysler Building Art Deco in Minimalist Composition, Architecture
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco in Minimalist Composition" Funk framed the 1930's Art Deco icon with an adjacent building
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2010s Art Deco Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Chrysler Building Top - Art Deco Skyscraper in Gold
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Photography Transformed. Amon Carter Museum . He has had more than 50 Photography Magazine Covers and has had
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1980s Art Deco Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Inkjet
Chrysler Building Top Art Deco Skyscraper in Gold
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Photography Transformed. Amon Carter Museum . He has had more than 50 Photography Magazine Covers and has had
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1980s Art Deco Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Inkjet
Westside Highway Cast Iron Roundel Art Deco - Rene Paul Chambellan
Located in Miami, FL
do a package deal for all 3. They are very heavy and weigh about 50 to 70 pounds and should factor
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1920s Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
David Hostetler Female Bronze Sculpture Figurative Art Deco Brown By Commission
By David Hostetler
Located in Nantucket, MA
was the original model for unique versions at 50 inches tall, 6 feet tall and 10 feet tall. It is his
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2010s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Diamond Eternity Ring Size K (50)
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful full eternity ring. This Art Deco piece has been crafted from platinum
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20th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Pastel Mirrors, Turquoise and Pink Geometric Tiles Patterns, Symmetry
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
shapes and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Art Deco shapes of the
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2010s Art Deco Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
Chrysler Building Art Deco Skyscraper
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
. Printed Later, Printed on Hahnemühle Fine Art paper Mitchell Funk is a pioneer of " Color Photography" In
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1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper
1945 Brazilian Master, Art Deco Clown Serigraph Woodcut
By Odetto Guersoni
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Brazilian Art Deco, African Diaspora
Bahian Carnival
Subject: harlequin clown
Medium: Print
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1940s Art Deco Nude Prints
Materials
Woodcut
H 5.75 in W 8.25 in D 0.1 in
French Art Deco Sideboard / Buffet in Cherrywood by Maurice Rinck
By Maurice Rinck
Located in London, England
French Art Deco Sideboard / Buffet in Cherrywood by Maurice Rinck
Maurice RINCK (1902-1983
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Brass
Original French large Art Deco Period Poster by Paul Colin 1928
By Paul Colin
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is an original French Art Deco Period advertising poster ‘Marguerite Valmond’ by Paul Colin
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paper
Rare Vintage Art Deco "White Bottoms" Lithograph Pochoir
By Georges Goursat (Sem)
Located in Surfside, FL
Goursat, Georges Marie, classic art deco style artist, illustrator, poster artist, cartoonist, columnist
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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Rare Vintage Art Deco "White Bottoms" Lithograph Pochoir
By Georges Goursat (Sem)
Located in Surfside, FL
Goursat, Georges Marie, classic art deco style artist, illustrator, poster artist, cartoonist, columnist
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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Chrysler Building Top - Art Deco Skyscraper in Gold Mitchell Funk, Architecture
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Photography Transformed. Amon Carter Museum . He has had more than 50 Photography Magazine Covers and has had
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1990s Art Deco Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Inkjet
The Spire of the Chrysler Building in Silver, Manhattan Art Deco Skyscraper
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
The Chrysler Building, a New York art deco masterpiece, is framed by modern buildings in this
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2010s Art Deco Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
.50 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Wedding Band
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 5
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 6.0 grams
Diamond Details:
Weight: .50ct
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: G
Clarity: VS
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Wedding Band
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6.5
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 2.5 grams
Center Diamond Details:
Weight: .50ct
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: G
Clarity: VS
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 9
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 4.33 grams
Center Diamond Details:
Weight: .50ct
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: G-H
Clarity: VS/SI
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Chrysler Building Spire in Golden Light Intersected with Airplane, Art Deco
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
printed on fine art Hahnemuhle paper. The color will vary from monitor to monitor.
Mitchell Funk is a
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2010s Art Deco Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Inkjet, Archival Pigment
.50 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6.5
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 2.0 grams
Diamond Details:
Weight: .50carat
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: F-G
Clarity: VS
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6.5
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 3.0 grams
Center Diamond Details:
Weight: .50carat
Cut: Old Transitional Round Brilliant
Color: F
Clarity: VS
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
"Red Chrysler" Building Photograph Art Deco
By Claire Clarkson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Edition of 50.
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, Photographic Paper
"Blue Chrysler" Building Photograph Art Deco
By Claire Clarkson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of 50.
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, Photographic Paper
The Empire State Building Art Deco Skyscraper Silhouetted, New York in the 1970s
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
The Empire State Building is vividly portrayed as a stand-alone Art Deco skyscraper in an
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1970s Art Deco Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Art Deco 'Folies Bergeres' Large Hanging Wall Plaque, French
Located in Devon, England
a limited edition of 50. We have less than a handful remaining. Made from plaster and applied gold
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Early 2000s French Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Plaster
Art Deco Ocean Drive - Neon South Beach at Night by Mitchell Funk
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Drive. The blur color and punchy red sky and bleeding Art Deco Neon signs are the visual equivalents of
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1990s Art Deco Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Osvaldo / Gaetano BORSANI Art-Deco Dining table / desk - Italy, circa 1930-50
By Osvaldo Borsani, Gaetano Borsani
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
: dining table / desk
Design period: 1930-50
Date of manufacturing: 1930-50
Size in cm: WxDxH 199x95x80 cm
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood, Burl
H 31.5 in W 78.35 in D 37.41 in
1945 Brazilian Master, Art Deco Nudes Serigraph Woodcut Carnaval Bahia
By Odetto Guersoni
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Brazilian Art Deco, African Diaspora
Bahian Carnival
Subject: Abstract
Medium: Print
Surface
Category
1940s Art Deco Nude Prints
Materials
Woodcut
H 5.75 in W 8.25 in D 0.1 in
1945 Brazilian Master, Art Deco Serigraph Woodcut Colonial Architecture Mission
By Odetto Guersoni
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Brazilian Art Deco, African Diaspora
Bahian Carnival
Subject: Abstract
Medium: Print
Surface
Category
1940s Art Deco Nude Prints
Materials
Woodcut
H 8.25 in W 11.75 in D 0.1 in
1945 Brazilian Master, Art Deco Nudes Serigraph Woodcut Carnaval Bahia
By Odetto Guersoni
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Brazilian Art Deco, African Diaspora
Bahian Carnival
Subject: Abstract
Medium: Print
Surface
Category
1940s Art Deco Nude Prints
Materials
Woodcut
H 8.5 in W 12 in D 0.1 in
Chrysler Building Spire New York Art Deco Skyscraper
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Vanderbilt. Its modern spire harmonizes with the 1930 soaring Art Deco icon. Notice how Funk incorporates
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2010s Abstract Geometric Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Chrysler Building Spire with Moon - Art Deco skyscraper
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Pioneering Color Photographer Mitchell Funk carefully crafts a composition where the graceful Art
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2010s Abstract Geometric Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Archival Ink, Archival Pigment
Solid Brass Pull Handle Art Deco 50 cm x 2
Located in Marrakech, MA
Art Deco inspiration
Pull handle made of brass foundry patinated brass.
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
Classic Art Deco Marlin Hotel Miami Beach, South Beach, Fine Art Photography
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
photograph by fine art photographer Mitchell Funk is signed, dated and numbered 2/15, lower right recto
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Inkjet
"Red Empire" Empire State Building Photograph Art Deco
By Claire Clarkson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Edition of 50.
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, Photographic Paper
H 72 in W 31 in D 0.25 in
"Blue Empire" Empire State Building Photograph Art Deco
By Claire Clarkson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of 50.
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, Photographic Paper
H 72 in W 31 in D 0.25 in
.50 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Diamond Details:
Weight: .50 carat total weight
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: F
Clarity: VS
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Extraordinary Rare Large (20") Charles Catteau (1880-1966) Art Deco Plate
Located in London, GB
A Rare Large (20") Charles Catteau (1880-1966) Art Deco Plate, Boch Freres Keramis, D1847 - Belgium
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco More Objets d'Art and Vertu
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H 20 in W 20 in Dm 20 in L 20 in
Chrysler Building Top, Art Deco Architecture Blue And Silver
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
In the is photograph "Chrysler Building Top Art Deco Architecture Blue And Silver", the
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment, Inkjet, Archival Paper, Archival Ink
Chrysler Building Top , Art Deco Architecture New York City
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
It's the epitome of Art Deco Architecture. The top of the Chrysler Building is lit by golden light
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2010s Abstract Geometric Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Archival Ink, Inkjet
Chrysler Building Top , Art Deco Architecture New York City
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
It's the epitome of Art Deco Architecture. The top of the Chrysler Building is lit by golden light
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Inkjet
Rockefeller Center Nocturne in Art Deco Moody Blue, Architecture
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
photographer Mitchell Funk for over 50 years. His interpretation of one of Manhattan's most romantic places
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
.50 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 4.5
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 4.5 grams
Diamond Details:
Weight: .50ct total weight
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: F-G
Clarity: VS
Type: N...
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco French Modernist Handmade Aubusson Gobelin Tapestry Jean Picart Le Doux
By Jean Picart Le Doux
Located in Surfside, FL
the Manufacture nationale des Gobelins. His style is heavily influenced by Art Deco and French
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern More Art
Materials
Wool
GIA Certified .50 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 7
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 3.0 grams
Center Diamond Details:
GIA LAB REPORT #:5222754877
Weight: .50ct
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: J
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
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Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Wedding Band
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 2.1grams
Diamond Details:
Weight: .50ct, total weight
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: G
Clarity: VS
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
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Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 9
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 5.70 grams
Diamond Details:
Weight: .50ct, total weight
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: Center stone is fancy l...
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 4
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 3.10 grams
Diamond Details:
Weight: .50ct, total weight
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: G
Clarity: VS
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50 Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 50 art deco for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 515 vintage editions and 98 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 50 art deco may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing 50 art deco — no matter the origin — is easy, but Luigi Ferrara, Diamonds Mine and Shlomit Rogel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 50 art deco, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
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- 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
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. 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, 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. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- 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 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 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. - 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 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.
- 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.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, 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.
- What era was Art Deco rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Art 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.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- What does Art Deco ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The 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, 2022There 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, 2023The 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, 2024The 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.
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