Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
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
1940s Nickel Andirons with Brass Flame Finial
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Art Deco polished nickel andirons with a stylized brass flame finials and cast iron backs.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Art Deco Andirons with Fluted Finials
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish Art Deco polished nickel andirons with fluted finial tops on ionic capital forms.
Category
20th Century North American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Nickel
Italian Hand-Painted Tile Panel from the Lobby of the Hilton Plaza, Miami Beach
Located in Miami, FL
Offering the last surviving ceramic art panel from the lobby of the Hilton Plaza Hotel in Miami Beach. Jackie Gleason was "Creative Consultant" for the ...
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1960s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Pair Art Deco Brutalist Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair Art Deco andirons, constructed of cast iron with a faux bronze finish. Fine estate condition.
Category
1940s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
K. Perl Austrian Deco Bronze
By Karl Perl
Located in Westport, CT
Signed K. Perl Austria Art Deco nude female figure in motion on green marble original base and patina.
Category
1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Set of 6 French Art Deco Iron Folding Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 French Art Deco outdoor white painted iron folding round back arm chairs with slat wood seat and back.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of French Art Deco Gilt Trimmed Gates
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Art Deco wrought iron and gilt trimmed gates with ribbon and floral wreath designs.
Category
19th Century French Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Rare Set of 12 Hand Painted French Art Deco Dining/ Cafe/ Garden Chairs, C. 1920
Located in New York, NY
A rare, original ensemble of 12 early 20th century or French Art Deco / Early Mid-Century Modern hand painted wood dining, cafe or garden chairs. The pieces have a stunning appearanc...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Beech
Art Deco Wrought Iron Pedestal Attributed To Fag (marcel Vasseur)
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco pedestal circa 1930 in wrought iron attributed to FAG
Portor marble top.
In perfect condition
Width: base 30 x 30 cm marbre 28,5 x 28,5 cm
Height: 96 cm
Weight: 16 Kg
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Split Ypsilanti Stick Reed Wicker or Sofa with Pair Arm Chairs c. 1930s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome Art Deco Split Reed Rattan Sofa with a Pair of Armchairs and original cushions with vintage leopard-decorated fabric. You may want to reupholster. Some people call this Sp...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Reed
Classic Art Deco Style Garden Bench, 1939 Worlds Fair / Centrial Park / N.Y.C.
By area fabrication
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Art Deco Style Garden Bench manufactured by TORONTO FABRICATING CO. (signed in the heavy cast aluminum) Arm Height 28", This classic Deco style bench was originally designed and used at the 1939 NY Worlds Fair...
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1950s Canadian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Edgar Brandt Leaping Stag Andirons, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Edgar Brandt (French, 1880-1960) Pair of Leaping Stag Andirons, iron and steel, apparently unsigned.
Dealer: S138XX
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Iron
Set of Reclaimed Copperlight Art Deco Double Doors (4)
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Bring the understated glamour of the Art Deco era to a property with this stylish set of 1920s internal double doors. Each door features full length copperlight glazing within a stripped and sanded pine wood frame with a natural finish. They make a beautiful pair of dividing doors, letting light flow through the glass from room to room to instil an interior with a spacious feel. These Art Deco double...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Pair of 1930s French Art Deco Columns in Nutwood and Black Lacquer
Located in Ulm, DE
Pair of columns in nut wood and black lacquer
Pair of columns
Piano lacquer in black high gloss
Front and back in nutwood, high gloss lacquer
Original Art Deco, France 1930s
Also ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Nutwood
Art Deco Design Andirons a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pure Deco designed from an Interior Designer in LA. Custom made for a Lighting Company in Irvine Calif. Mild steel cut and welded in the Rectangular shape. Then finished with a dark...
Category
1990s American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
A Set of Two Recessed Bronze Handles
Located in London, GB
A pair of circular bronze inset handles with nice aged patina. 20th century, found in England.
The handles each comprise two parts - and outer dish with an inner knob - all held in ...
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20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
French Art Deco Fireplace
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
FRENCH ART DECO FIREPLACE
Composite stone Art Deco fireplace with a scagliola Marble effect finish. Produced in France in the 1930’s, this fireplace has a Demi lune top and great Art...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Scagliola
American Art Deco Stick Wicker Lounge Chair, Circa 1930
Located in Rochester, NY
American stick wicker split reed lounge chair in old worn cream and green painted surface. Circa 1930. Beautiful. Look at all pictures and re...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Cane, Reed, Paint
1930s Four Bronze Pulls Art Deco Knobs Vintage Hardware
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1930s Decorative Vintage Hardware Four Bronze Pulls Knobs
2 diameter x 1 d
Refer to all images.
Category
1930s Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Art Deco Andirons
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Discover the epitome of vintage charm and sophistication with this exquisite pair of Art Deco fireplace andirons, a splendid fusion of form and function. M...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Art Deco Decorative Brass Round Drawer Pulls Set of 4
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Art Deco Elegant Brass Round Drawer Pulls Set of 4
1.25 diameter x 1 tall
4 total
Preowned vintage condition.
See images provided please.
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Antique Nickel-Plated Brass Passage Door Knob Set with Matching Rosettes
Located in New York, NY
Solid nickel-plated brass doorknob set with matching heavy rosettes. There is some wear with the nickel plating due to age and use. Small quantity avail...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Edgar Brandt Pair of Art Deco andirons
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
Edgar Brandt Pair of andirons circa 1930 in wrought iron.
Decor of windings.
Both are stamped E.Brandt
Total height: 50 cm
Length: 43 cm
Width: 19.5 cm
Weight: 8 kg
You can contact ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Art Deco Bronze Entry Door Pull
Located in New York, NY
1930s antique oversized Art Deco entry door pull. Features a standard size lock insert and thumb latch. Please see measurements. One available. This can be...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
1940s Art Deco Bronze & Glass Commercial Door w/ Original Push Bar
Located in New York, NY
1940's Bronze commercial door with original Art Deco push bars and push plate retrieved from a revolving door in a NYC building. It features a single v...
Category
1940s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Qty Avail Art Deco Terracotta Statue Christ w/ Alpha + Omega
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco terracotta statue of Christ was reclaimed from the Calvary Baptist Church which was built in 1929 standing at 123 West 57th Street, where Carnegie Hall resides just across the street. The statue is original to when the church was built and stood at the top of the 16-story building. The church was designed by John Rochester Thomas and was scheduled for demolition in 2021. This statue of Christ is in in three parts which form Christ in front of an arch dome holding the bible with the letters Alpha and Omega...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Italian Mid-Century Metal and Brass Decorated Handles by Reggiani, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century metal and brass decorated handles by Reggiani, 1970s
Pair of round handles in brass and metal. On both sides of the door pulls there are blue and black decoratio...
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1970s Italian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Deco Rooster Andirons, a Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of hand wrought iron and bronze rooster motif andirons. Made in the Art Deco style.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Unique Art Deco Wrought Iron Cane and Umbrella Stand with Stylized Rising Sun
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind, early 1900s hand forged entry hall stand.
Finding the right accessories for your home or office can be a long and time consuming proce...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
1930s Art Deco Cast Iron Wall Vent Cover
Located in New York, NY
1930s Art Deco cast iron wall vent cover features a center clover pattern with vertical lines on both sides. Painted distressed silver. This can be see...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Solid Brass Gadrooned Corbel
Located in Hanover, MA
Unusual Art Deco solid cast brass corbel in bell form with fluted gadrooning.
Very heavy. 20-25 pounds.
A bracket could be attached to the back so it cou...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Outdoor French Art Deco Style Club Chair Available in any Quantity or Color
Located in Chicago, IL
Outdoor French style club chairs. For years we tried to find, both, a good looking and comfortable outdoor chair and it seemed that if they were great in appearance, they were awful to sit in and conversely, if they were comfortable, they looked like your parent’s outdoor furniture from the 1950’s. Since Old Plank has been importing, ultra-comfortable French club chairs, for almost 30-years, it seemed like a no-brainer, to scratch build a French style club chair, that could be used outside on the patio. What we are offering on 1stdibs, is a club chair, that we have personally tested for 10 years outdoors, with no ill effects.
The wood chosen, is a hardwood called Red Grandis and is FSC Pure (Eucalyptus grandis), a plantation-grown from Uruguay and Is extremely durable and fungi resistant, independently tested in the UK by TRADA Technology. Our grey fabric is from Italy and is as nice to the touch, as it is good looking and best of all, water just beads off the Italian fabric. Our outdoor club chairs...
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2010s American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Wool, Mohair
1931 NYC Waldorf Astoria Hotel Nickel Plated Bronze Doorknobs
Located in New York, NY
This nickel over bronze geometric doorknob was made by Russell & Erwin and is in their 1931 catalog. It is part of the N-10400 group. This is a special design made for the Waldorf As...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Piedestal and Its Planter in Cast Stone, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Piedestal and its planter in cast stone, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Matched Pair of Art Deco Bronze Grates
Located in Buffalo, NY
Salvaged from an Art Deco building in downtown Buffalo New York, matched pair of solid bronze grates,, Possibly radiator covers,, Wonderful Art Deco repea...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include OTHR, Gilliot, Francois Carre, and Patrick Coard. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $55 and tops out at $250,000 while the average work can sell for $2,600.
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