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Art Deco cosmetic box, acrylic glass, mint green
Located in Hamburg, DE
Introducing our Art Deco Cosmetic Box, a stunning piece of beauty storage that effortlessly blends
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Acrylic
Gucci Italy Rare Sterling Silver Sleek Lipstick Vanity Mirror Case c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
Gucci Italy Rare sterling silver lipstick vanity mirror case c 1970s
The sleek sterling silver art
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1970s Italian Cosmetic Bags
Nelialee Art Deco Red Traveling Cosmetic Toilet Vanity Case with Accessories
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rare Gorgeous Art Deco 1930s red traveling cosmetic case with fitted top section and empty bottom
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 14.25 in W 9.65 in D 6.75 in
Vintage Art Deco Style Vanity Set, circa 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
in the Art Deco style and dates to the 1940s/50s, possibly an example of the Ann Barton Dresser Kits
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Ladies Powder Compact, circa 1935
Located in Westward ho, GB
Vintage Art Deco Compact in white metal with a highly stylised design in black and pink enamelling
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items
Original Vintage Poster Trilysin Hair Tonic Cosmetic Beauty Oil Advertising Art
By Ludwig Hohlwein
Located in London, GB
man standing behind her ready to help, and an image showing the cosmetic beauty bottles and packaging
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 41.74 in W 35.04 in D 0.04 in
Art Deco Diamond Pearl Enamel Gold Make Up Vanity Case Box
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco 18k gold vanity cosmetic case, including a compact, lipstick and additional small
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Straddling Martini /// Art Deco Contemporary Screenprint Nude Figurative Alcohol
By Dan May
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
minor cosmetic wear to framing. In excellent condition
Notes:
Titled and dated by May in pencil lower
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Early 2000s Contemporary Nude Prints
Materials
Screen, Laid Paper
Hortense (Ballerina) /// Impressionism Degas French Ballet Renoir Figurative Art
By Pal Fried
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
professionally repaired patches within hair upper center. Some light cosmetic wear to frame. In otherwise very
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Oil
Red & Black Enamel Art Deco Powder Compact by Deere The Reich-Ash Corp 1920’s
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
This beautiful compact has a stunning bright red and black enamel front, a classic Art Deco ladies
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Enamel
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W 1.58 in D 0.4 in L 2.76 in
Antique French Cosmetic Face Powder Compact Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Art Deco woman's cosmetic face powder box. This petite wooden box has it's original label on top
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
French Leather Club Chairs Restored Internally and Cosmetically Still Original
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of French Leather Club Chairs that have been completely disassembled down to the bare wood frames and everything inside has been properly restored to as new condition. All of th...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wool, Cotton, Wood
H 30.5 in W 31 in D 32.25 in
Art Deco Regency Style Chandelier
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in New York, NY
condition, it shows cosmetic wear to the finish, normal and consistent with age. Chandelier accepts standard
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Art Deco Chairs after Rohde
By Modernage Furniture Company, Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish Art Deco armchairs, in the style of Rohde. Solid wood frames with upholstered tied
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Table After Marcel Dufrene
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco period marble top table, with wood base. Continental, in origin - probably German, or
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco End Tables
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Walnut Skyscraper Bookcases, A Pair
By Paul Frankl, Modernage Furniture Company
Located in Garnerville, NY
A smart pair of walnut Art Deco skyscraper bookcases. Circa 1930-40. Each cabinet has the stepped
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Large Art Deco Nickel Clad Frame
Located in Garnerville, NY
Exceptional stepped Art Deco nickel clad display frame. The nickel exterior covers the wood
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
Simmons Furniture Art Deco Nightstand by Belgeddes
By Simmons Company Furniture, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in New York, NY
example is in original blue and white paint finish.
Very fine condition, showing only light cosmetic
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Late 20th century Art Deco style burl side tables
Located in Houston, TX
Late 20th century Art Deco style burl side tables. Rich burl and rosewood are combined in an
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1990s Unknown Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Burl
Art Deco Macassar Vanity Cabinet French Style of Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Oakland, CA
wood veneer.
Art Deco is an influential design style that emerged in the early 20th century
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Vanities
Materials
Mirror, Macassar
Art Deco 1928 Ladies Compact by Richard Hudnut
By Richard Hudnut
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this virtually mint condition Art Deco ladies combination compact dating
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Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Chrome
Art Deco Wall Mount Planter Attributed to Molla
By Salterini, Molla
Located in New York, NY
, having three planter rings, each ring 5.5 inch diameter. Elegant Art Deco design, good original condition
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco, Bauhaus, Extendable Dining Table, Bruno Paul Design
By Professor Bruno Paul
Located in Bochum, NRW
Art Deco dining table veneered in Makassar. Designed by Bruno Paul, Germany, circa 1930.
Extendable
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Stick Wicker Reed Console Table
By Heywood Brothers & Co., Ficks Reed
Located in New York, NY
also black vinyl. The wicker shows some nicks and inconsequential cosmetic wear to finish, slight loss
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Wicker, Upholstery
Art Deco 8 Day Manual Chrome Clock, Germany, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Free standing Chrome Art Deco table/ desk clock, made In Germany. Wind up manual 8 day movement
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Modernist Sky Scraper Style Large Accent Table, England, 1930s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Coronado, CA
A fabulous Art Deco "Sky Scraper" style, two sided, large accent table, made in England around 1930
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sofa Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Wrought Iron Salterini Mt. Vernon Oak Leaf Sofa
By John Salterini, Salterini
Located in Southampton, NJ
Oak Leaf & acorns pattern. Structurally sound and sturdy, the sofa shows signs of cosmetic wear to the
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron Salterini Mt. Vernon Settee Loveseat
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
1940's. The settee is structurally sound and sturdy, it shows significant cosmetic wear to the old
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pr Art Deco Art Moderne Dressers by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller c 1930's
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of streamline Art Moderne dressers designed by Gilbert Rohde, for Herman Miller c 1936
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Beautiful original Art Deco Sparton 'Bluebird' cobalt blue mirror model 566
By Sparton
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful original Art Deco Sparton 'Bluebird' cobalt blue mirror model 566 radio designed by
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Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Glass
H 14.5 in W 14.5 in D 7 in
Art Deco Chrome & Brass Free Standing Clock, English, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Free standing Chrome Art Deco table/ desk clock. Wind up manual 30 hr movement which has been
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Compact lacquered black and gold powder puff mirror - Art Deco - 1920 France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very elegant Compact in black and gold lacquered gilt metal.
Art Deco period.
Golden border around
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Metal
French Art Deco Wrought Iron Coffee Table Base Att. to Raymond Subes
By Raymond Subes
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Art Deco metal work table base, attributed to Raymond Subes. Heavy gauge metal stock
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Black Lacquer Burl and Chrome French Art Deco Style Console Table
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
Chic, voguish Art Deco Revival, Hollywood Regency style console table, having a semi circular
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Chrome
Antique Wood Sign From Pratt Institute
Located in New York, NY
Great antique sign originally from the world renown design, art school Pratt Institute in NYC. The
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Art Deco Cartoon Style Map of Paris possibly by Arthur Zaindenberg circa 1930's
By Arthur Zaidenberg
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco cartoon style map of Paris possibly by Arthur Zaidenberg. The map depicts witty references
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Maps
Materials
Paper
H 21.5 in W 30 in D 0.75 in
Art Deco Machine Age Industrial Desks by Bel Geddes for Simmons Furniture Co.
By Simmons Company Furniture, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in New York, NY
High Style, Art Deco, Machine Age, Industrial design desk(s) by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desks
Materials
Steel
H 30 in W 60 in D 21 in
Set of Six French Art Deco High Back Dining Chairs Possibly Gaston Poisson
By Gaston Poisson
Located in New York, NY
Nice set of 6 French Art Deco high back dining chairs, attributed to Gaston Poisson. This set is in
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 39.25 in W 17.25 in D 18 in
Machine Age Art Deco Arm Chair in the Style of Gilbert Rohde
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.
Measures: Total H 32
Arm H 25
Seat H 18.5 in.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Travel Toilet Water Perfume Bottle Caddy with Original Bottles c 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Chic travel model toilet water, perfume bottle set from the glamorous Art Deco period, circa 1930's
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Metal
H 4 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Portrait Of A Seated Woman By Alys Woodman, Original Antique Oil Painting, 1920s
Located in Bristol, GB
itself does have some cosmetic wear but we think this adds to the charm and aesthetic of the piece, there
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 31.5 in W 14.18 in D 1.19 in
Pr. Art Deco RMS Caronia Ocean Liner Chairs from estate of Jackie Rogers 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of High Style Art Deco chairs, originally from the classic Cunard cruise ship RMS
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Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Zebra Wood, Burl
H 31.75 in W 22.5 in D 21 in
Art Deco Palladio Glass Front Storage Cabinet Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
present on the actual glass.
Specifically, wear to the finish on the top surface,and general cosmetic
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Shelves
Materials
Walnut, Burl
H 37 in W 40 in D 17 in
Machine Age Art Deco Doctors or Bathroom Floor Model Scale Weigh Master by Hanso
Located in New York, NY
Great Machine Age, American Art Deco floor scale, Weigh Master by Hanson. The scale is fully
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
H 36 in W 10 in D 14 in
An early 1940s fashion study/advertisement for Marshall Field & Company
Located in Chicago, IL
cosmetics & perfume. Provenance: Cornelia Steckl-Jurin, Founder of the Fashion Department at the School of
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1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Art Deco Wrought Iron and Brass Floor lamp after Brandt, Bach c. 1920/1930's
By Oscar Bruno Bach, Edgar Brandt
Located in New York, NY
Classic Art Deco flor lamp having a hammered metal vertical shaft, with a stylized hammered iron
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron, Brass
Four Piece Group of Art Deco Rattan Pencil Reed Wicker by the American Chair Co.
Located in New York, NY
ottoman, and a side table. The furniture is in excellent original condition, showing only light cosmetic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Reed
H 32 in W 25 in D 27 in
Large Hand Tufted Floral 100% Wool Rug Art Deco Mid Century, ca 1960s
Located in Zagreb, HR
, with small traces of cosmetic wear, as seen on detailed photos
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
French Bulle Electric Clock w Swedish Cut Crystal Glass Dome c. 1930 Art Deco
Located in Sweden, SE
Legendary creation of French inventors and Swedish glass works cooperation from Art Deco epoque
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 15 in W 9.8 in D 7.1 in
Important Machine Age Art Deco Lamp by Hugo Gnam
By Hugo Gnam
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco, Machine Age torchiere floor lamp was originally in the design office of the
Category
Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Vintage Bourjois "Mon Parfum" Advertisement Print - 1920s Art Deco Elegance
Located in Hamburg, DE
decorative cosmetics. Particularly in the roaring 1920s, the pinnacle of Art Deco aesthetics, Bourjois
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Vintage 1920s Prints
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
H 18.12 in W 13 in D 1.19 in
Vanity Box Enamel Diamond Sphinx France Silver, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
and a separate covered compartment for the powder. While these are not used in cosmetic care anymore
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Diamond, Silver, Enamel
Tiffany Co Early 20 Century Silver Dresser Jar Ball Finial 4.25 Inch Tall
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Elegance: Dating back to the early 1900s, this jar embodies the grace and sophistication of the Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
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W 4 in L 4.25 in
Art Deco Revival Upholstered Waterfall Bench by Thayer Coggin. Circa 1980s
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Postmodern / Art Deco Revival Upholstered Waterfall Bench by Thayer Coggin. Circa 1980s
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery
Machine Age Art Deco Chrome Floor Lamp of Exaggerated Curved Form
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in New York, NY
Machine Age, Art Deco chrome floor lamp having a dramatic curved vertical element with adjustable
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
LOVELY VINTAGE ART DECO HAND CARVED OAK DRESSING TABLE WITH MiRROR
Located in Pulborough, GB
cosmetic wear here and there, this all proves its age.
Please carefully look at the pictures to see the
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20th Century British Vanities
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Style Mexican Fire Opal Sapphire Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Art Deco Style Mexican Fire Opal Sapphire Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Art Deco Revival Upholstered Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1980s Postmodern / Art Deco Revival /Upholstered Lounge Chair With a matching Waterfall
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 27 in W 31 in D 26 in
Art Deco Industrial Swivel Tilt Armless Desk Chair by Harter Corporation 1930/40
By Harter Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
. The chair features a stylish propellor style base with streamline Art Deco chrome details. The seat
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
H 34 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
Gucci Italy Extremely Rare Sterling Silver Art Deco Vanity Grooming Set c 1950
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
Gucci Italy Extremely rare sterling silver art deco vanity grooming set c 1950
The opulent
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1950s Italian Decorative Objects
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Find a variety of art deco cosmetics available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and metal, all art deco cosmetics available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of art deco cosmetics available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of art deco cosmetics to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco art deco cosmetics are of considerable interest. Many art deco cosmetics are appealing in their simplicity, but Louis Vuitton produced popular art deco cosmetics that are worth a look.
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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 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.
- 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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