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How do I identify Art Deco?

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How do I identify Art Deco?
To 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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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René Drouet Bronze and Mirror Art Deco Tray - France 1930's
By René Drouet
Located in New York, NY
The two handles feature cast glass rods set within bronze mounts. An Art Deco frieze adorns the two side arches. In good vintage condition, with localized oxidation and wear as shown...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tray Tables

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Bronze

Exotic Bird Frieze, Art Deco Decorative Painting by Dunbar Beck
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In a superb example of Art Deco decorative painting influenced by Medieval motifs, this frieze painting by famous muralist Dunbar Beck is saturated with deep, gorgeous color.
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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Paint

Oak Art Deco dining table with carved frieze, France 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1920 / Dining Table / Oak / Art Deco A rectangular dining table in full oak with carved designs on the frieze and a top with rounded corners.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

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Oak

"Utopian Motif, " Lovely Art Deco Painting with Frieze of Agrarian Labors, 1946
By John Ramsey Conner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lovely and ethereal, reminiscent of the pale, ideal compositions of Puvis de Chavannes in France and America, this utopian vista depicts a series of figures gathering fruit and grain...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings

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Paint

French Art Deco Side Table with Fluted Legs, Carved Frieze and X-Stretcher, 1920
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Elegant French Art Deco side table dating from the 1920s, crafted in solid wood with refined architectural lines and restrained decorative detailing.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Tables

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Oak

Two Art Deco Amethyst Vases by Walther 'Germany' with Classical Frieze
By Walther & Sohne
Located in Verviers, BE
Two similar vases from the Walther factory in Germany, from their midcentury production. This matched set both have faceted sides so that they catch the light when you pass by, and a...
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Vintage 1950s German Glass

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Sheet Metal

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