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To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Set Of Two Silver Teapots By The Goldsmith G.Lecomte XXth
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Flat bottom model, the paunchy body has pinched ribs. THE
The lids of the two teapots are fitted with a thumb rest in
rosewood. The rosewood handle is fixed and inserted into a
si...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Coat Hanger From Gebruder Thonet
Located in Lučenec, SK
A beautiful bentwood coat hanger manufacturd by the famed Thonet Brothers in Vienna. It is suitable to anz ante room with period furniture. The coat hanger is in original condition.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
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Beech, Bentwood
Romweber Burlwood Curved Highboy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W48 D24 H48
Fully Restored Burlwood and Brass highboy dresser. Item features hammered brass hardware, refinished burl wood surfaces, and a great curved shape to body and top surface...
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Bed in Rosewood attributed to Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Miami, FL
Rosewood Art Deco bed attributed to Jules Leleu, the bottom part inlaid figuring vegetal and butterfly.
Slightly curved lines with bronze accents.
Measures: 47".50 height at the head...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames
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Bronze
Art Deco desk lamp with glass shade, 1920s
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
Height: 23 cm.
Width: 23 cm.
Depth: 11 cm (= Ø glass shade).
Glass shade height: 17 cm.
Origin: Germany, 1920s.
The chrome has some signs of wear (see detailed photos).
The lamp can ...
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Caviar Cooler In Solid Silver 20th Century Northern Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Magnificent caviar cooler in solid silver, sided model
Cut, colored glass interior insulated silver lid.
Dimensions: height 23 cm – neck diameter 18 cm – base 14.5 cm
Material: So...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Serving Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver