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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

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
Pair of green Velvet Art Deco Modernist Armchairs, 1940's
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Pair of green Velvet Art Deco Modernist Armchairs, circa 1940
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Seating

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Velvet

Burr and Figured Walnut Art Deco Tank Suite with Leather Re-Upholstery
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco three piece Tank Suite by Heal's of London comprising of a pair of lounge chairs and a three seat sofa. Figured and burr walnut banding with olive green leather re-uphols...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Italian Liberty Two-seater outdoor bench in rattan Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Liberty Two-seater outdoor bench in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s Two-seater outdoor bench entirely in woven rattan. The backrest is in rattan with brown, white an...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating

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Rattan

Italian Liberty outdoor chair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Liberty outdoor chair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s Outdoor chair entirely in woven rattan. The rectangular backrest is in rattan with brown, white and green wi...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating

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Rattan

American Art Deco Wicker 6-Piece Living Room Set
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 American Art Deco wicker salon / living room set painted green & yellow with an arch form back & open weave trim (sofa, 2 armchairs, rocker, recamier, coffee table)
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20th Century American Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Wicker

Art Deco Wooden Chair with Burgundy Leather Seat, 1930s
Located in Hellouw, NL
This chair is an interesting mix between simplicity and fascinating details. The stained oak frame is a combination of curved and straight lines. The end of the armrests have a nice ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

2 large neo classic art deco low chairs circa 1940/1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 large neo classic art deco low chairs circa 1940/1950 these seats are very comfortable, wide seat, the covering is not new but was redone a short time ago
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1940s Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Beech

Art Deco Pair of Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Club or Lounge Chairs, USA, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Unique Vintage Art Deco Three Band Rattan Pretzel Club Lounge or Armchairs, rendered in bent rattan frame, recently reupholstered in a Moroccan print high end woven fabric with a jut...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Wood

1930's Set of 6 French Art Deco Medium Toned Dining Chairs style Jules Leleu
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Set of 6 French Art Deco High Quality Dining Chairs in the style of Jules Leleu. Medium toned wood with beautiful flare leg. Estate. Sturdy frames and as with all of our Vintage/ Ant...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood

Italian Art Deco pair of poufs in wood and cream velvet, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco pair of poufs in wood and cream velvet, 1930s Pair of wooden poufs. The wooden structure is curved and rounded and makes up the supporting structure and two armrests...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Gaston Poisson, Pair of Art Deco walnut Armchairs circa 1935
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gaston Poisson, pair of Art Deco walnut armchairs. Need to be reupholstered. One three seats bench is also available. Also 2 ohers armchairs on the same model   
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

Club leather Armchairs in ART DECO style, 1970s, Europe
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These comfortable ART DECO leather club armchairs were made in the ART DECO style in the 1970´s. They are made of black leather. In good vintage condition with no damage, minor signs...
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Late 20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Wood

Italian Art Deco sofa in wood and light blue pastel velvet, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco sofa in wood and light blue pastel velvet, 1930s Sofa in wood and fabric. The wooden structure is curved and rounded and makes up the supporting structure and the tw...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Walnut Side Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
A fine Art Deco style dining chair with Pacific Walnut veneer and mahogany, with an upholstered seat and backrest and with a veered and finished reverse. Dimensions: 21.5" W x 23.75...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Walnut and Mahogany Armchairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
A fine Art Deco style dining armchair with Pacific Walnut veneer and mahogany, with an upholstered seat and backrest and with a veered and finished reverse. Uphosltered with durable ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Seating

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Wood

Art Deco Style Robert Marinelli Leather Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Art Deco Style Robert Marinelli Leather Arm Chair
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2010s American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Round Wood Top Industrial Stool with Green Iron Tripod Legs, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Round Wood Top Industrial Stool with Green Iron Tripod Legs, 1940s, Germany Measurements : Height: 51 cm Diameter: 37,5 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us if you have any questions.
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1940s Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wrought Iron

STUNNING TERENCE CONRAN GREY LEATHER LARGE LOVESEAT ARMCHAiR SOFA
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely RRP £3200 Terrence Conran grey leather love seat with extra large overstuffed feather filled sea...
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20th Century English Art Deco Seating

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Leather

A set of Art Deco chairs, 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chairs from the mid-20th century, Poland. Furniture in very good condition after professional renovation. The seats are covered with new natural leather. Dimensions: heigh...
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1940s Polish Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Walnut

Art Deco Fabric Lined Wooden Stool, France ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Art Deco furniture is a great way to add drama and sophistication to any room. It’s a style often used to add a modern yet timeless touch to living rooms and bedrooms. Whether you lo...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Barbara Barry for Baker Upholstered and Black Lacquer Arm Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of impressive Art Deco influenced arm chairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Company. Upholstered in a silk blend cross hatch seat, arm and back. Exposed wood is a very dar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany, Lacquer

Dutch Art Deco Haagse School high back chair by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
Very rare highback chair by Hendrik Wouda for Pander & sons, 1924. One of the signature designs by Hendrik Wouda, also depicted in the most referenced monographs about his life and w...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Oak

CIRCA 1930'S ENGLISH WALNUT WILLIAM MORRIS FOREST LiNEN DRESSING TABLE STOOL
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1930's English Walnut dressing table stool newly upholstered in William Morris Forest Li...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

RALPH LAUREN METROPOLIS SiDE OCCASIONAL CROCODILE PATINA LEATHER DINING CHAIRS
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Ralph Lauren Metropolis side chairs with Alligator or Crocodile patina brown leather u...
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20th Century American Art Deco Seating

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Leather

Elegant art deco stool /pouf with green upholstery (3 pieces), France 1930s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1930 / 3 stools / wood and green velvet / Art Deco A rare find, these 3 similar art deco pieces with luxurious green velvet upholstery and geometric legs with black lacque...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Wood

CIRCA 1930's ENGLISH WALNUT MULBERRY FLYING DUCKS VELVET DRESSING TABLE STOOL
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1930's English Walnut dressing table stool newly upholstered in Mulberry Flying Ducks Ve...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

SUPER RARE 1934 DATED ROBERT MOUSEMAN THOMPSON OAK & STRAPPED LEATHER FOOTSTOOl
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning 1934 dated Robert Mouseman Thompson leather woven footstool in sublime period condition A goo...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Oak

Pair of Wooden Frame Art Deco Armchairs, France ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Art Deco (or streamline moderne, as it’s often referred to), was also known as Art Décoratifs. The design style received its “Art Deco” name after the Exposition Internationale des A...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Art Deco J. Halabala Armchair
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1940, Czech Republic. Designed by a famous Czech designer Jindrich Halabala, (a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding creators of the modern period....
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Walnut

Art Deco Living Room Set Cube Minimalist Sofa and Chairs
Located in Buxton, GB
This vintage Art Deco living room set from the 1930s features a beautiful cube style design with a cream colour finish and Rosewood veneer. This set includes three chairs made of Ros...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating

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Rosewood

Art Deco Vintage Red Lavender Blossom Pouf Stool Tabouret, Austria, 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage stool ottoman pouf from red coral fabric and lavender cords designed and manufactured Austria 1930s. A high quality textured t...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Pair of Rosewood Art Deco Club Chairs with Felt Upholstery & Brass Tacks C1935
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Art Deco Rosewood with felt upholstery lined with brass upholstery tacks Beautiful lines and fantastic wood grain in the rosewood frames. Felt Upholstery is fairly ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Brass

J. Robert Scott Art Deco Style Dining Chairs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
J. Robert Scott Art Deco Style Dining Chairs By Sally Sirkin Lewis.
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1990s American Art Deco Seating

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Mahogany

Swedish Grace Velvet Mohair Art Deco Poufs by Oskar Bernströms, 1930s
By O. Bernström Möbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful and rare set of 1930s Art Deco poufs designed by Oskar Bernström and made at his own workshop at "O. Bernströms Möbelfabrik" in Sweden in the 1930s. It has been reupholster...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Mohair, Beech

Coppia di poltroncine per camera da letto rivestite in stoffa XX secolo
Located in Premariacco, IT
Coppia di poltroncine da camera o soggiorno interamente rivestite in stoffa verde con un bellissimo effetto mosso intorno la seduta. Si prestano molto bene in ambienti caldi e color...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Unique black leather and wooden Art Deco design 2.5-seater sofa with a stunning
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful Art Deco design sofa by Schuitema has a unique appearance, partly due to the back and sides made of multiple types of wood used in wonderful patterns. This attractive ...
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1970s Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Wood

Set of 6 Rene Prou wrought iron Dining Room Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 6 Rene Prou wrought iron high back chair . Heavy and sturdy.
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wrought Iron

Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Stool in walnut, 1930s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A very decorative original 1930s Amsterdam School stool in walnut with a vintage velvet like upholstery in a dark brown almost black colour. The piece has an unusual design because ...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

Sheep leather Art Deco design armchair with high seating comfort
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fine armchair has a luxurious look and sits wonderfully. Apart from a few minimal signs of use, it is in good condition and of course, it is immediately usable. It comes with a ...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Sheepskin

Pierre Chareau '1883-1950', Two Armchairs, Early 1920s
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely rare and beautiful paire de fauteuils, modèle 'MF 208/217' by Pierre Chareau. He is often cited as one of France’s first truly modern architects. Featuring minimalist conto...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Mahogany

In very good condition Schuitema armchair ArtDeco design armchair black leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful design armchair from the Dutch top brand Schuitema is in very good condition and sits wonderfully. Schuitema furniture is characterized by its uniquely high constructi...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Wood

Custom French Style Art Deco Swivel Chairs Volute PatternFabric
Located in Oakland, CA
Our Art Deco Swivel Club Chairs are a design we’ve been championing for years. Sourced originally from France, these chairs are rumored to have originated from a hotel. We’ve enhance...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Set of Six Original Art Deco Chairs, Solid Walnut, France, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Six Art Deco chairs Origin: France Period: 1920-1929 Material: Walnut, upholstery In pristine original condition, the upholstery has been professionally cleaned, and its polish re...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Grand Art Deco Bentwood Sofa in Distressed Leather
Located in Tarleton, GB
Very Rare Art Deco Sofa in Distressed Black Leather Step back in time with this stunning rare Art Deco distressed leather sofa from The Rare Chair Company. This unique piece is...
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1920s British Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Beech, Walnut, Feathers

Art Deco Cubist Black Lacquer Skyscraper Lounge Chairs in Manner of Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely designed and fabricated Pair of Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Style Club Chairs in Black Lacquer W/ Holly Hunt Upholstery in the Manner of Ruhlmann originates from Fran...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Lacquer

Art Deco Cantilever Marcel Breuer B35 Brown Leather Lounge Chair
Located in San Diego, CA
Original 1960s cantilever Marcel Breuer B35 brown leather lounge chair with oak wood arm rests. Leather and chrome completly redone . The comfiest and most stylish chair you will eve...
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20th Century American Art Deco Seating

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Chrome

Rene Prou Attributed Set of Eight Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Forties Art Deco dining chairs attributed to Rene Prou, set of eight, in beech. These chairs can be ebonized.  Please note these chairs are unrestored in the photographs.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Beech

Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Style Settee & Lounge Chair Set in Manner of Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely designed and fabricated Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Style Settee and Club Chair Set in Black Lacquer W/Holly Hunt Upholstery in the Manner of Ruhlmann originates from...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Lacquer

Art Deco Period Macassar Dining Chairs in the style of Jules Leleu
Located in Austin, TX
Set of six dining chairs from the Art Deco period in France In the manner of Jules Leleu. The chairs are made with striking Macassar of ebony backs and white leather seats. The chair...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Macassar

Midcentury / Art Deco Tabouret or Footstool, Jindřich Halabala, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- iconic model / type
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Heals Limed Oak Armchair
Located in Newark, GB
A beautiful Heals Art Deco bentwood low armchair, this has a limed oak frame and has been reupholstered in the ‘Vertigo’ fabric design by Liberty, in the dusky red and hessian ‘Vesuv...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Bentwood

Antique Art Deco Navy Blue Velvet Sofa Couch 1940s
Located in Detroit, MI
This incredible and rare antique velvet Art Deco sofa is circa 1940. The sofa has a classic Art Deco profile with clean, elegant lines and gentle, streamlined curves. It is incredibl...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood, Maple

1920's Art Deco Library Reading Chair finished in Floral Chenille
Located in Tarleton, GB
Art Deco Library Reading Chair Introducing the 1920's Art Deco Library Reading Chair, supplied by The Rare Chair Company, an artisan family business based in Lancashire, UK. This s...
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1920s British Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Chenille, Foam, Beech, Oak

Pair of De Coene Frères Art Deco Ebonized Armchairs , Belgium 1930's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of De Coene Frères Art Deco ebonized armchairs. Black lacquer frames with bronze sabots and upholstered seat cushions.
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Bronze

Set of 6 French Art Deco Jules Leleu style Flared Leg Medium Toned Dining Chairs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Set of 6 French Art Deco Medium Brown Tone Flared Leg Dining Chairs style Jules Leleu. very elegant dining chairs! We recommend reupholstery on all vintage/ antique furniture. Frames...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood

20th Century Set of Four Black Ebonized Art Deco Chairs by Jindrich Halabala
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A set of four black ebonized Art Deco chairs made of wood with white upholstery, designed by Jindrich Halabala. Newly upholstered in good condi...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Ebony

Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Style Black Lacquer Settee in the Manner of Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely designed and fabricated Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Style Settee in Black Lacquer W/Holly Hunt Upholstery in the Manner of Ruhlmann originates from France, Circa 1930...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Lacquer

Large Retro Hotel Lounge Distressed Leather Sofa
Located in Tarleton, GB
Retro Hotel Lounge Brown Distressed Leather Sofa  Infuse your living space with the timeless elegance of the Retro Hotel Lounge Distressed Aniline Leather Sofa sourced by The Rare C...
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1980s British Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Beech

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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