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Rare Set of Six 1920s Iron Sconces ( four are sold )
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice rare set of six 1920s wrought/cast iron sconces.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
1920's cast iron outdoor sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A solid 1920's cast iron outdoor sconce,
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Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Single 1920's cast iron outdoor sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice and great quality 1920's cast iron sconce,
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Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of 1920's cast/wrought iron sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a very nice pair of 1920's sconces, the patina is much nicer in person
Category
Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Set of four 1920's cast iron sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a nice set of 1920's casrt iron sconces, the patina is nicer in person, we can sell them by the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
elegant pair of 1920's wrought iron sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of 1920's wrought iron sconces, BEWARE they are darker in person, the flash of the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
elegant pair of 1920's wrought iron sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant pair of 1920's sconces, the patina is so much nicer in person
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Elegant Pair of 1920's French Wrought Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A really cute small pair of French 1920's sconces, the patina is so much nicer in person, we
Category
Vintage 1920s French Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare large pair of 1920's French wrought iron sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare pair of large 1920's French iron sconces, the patina is allot nicer in person , that size is
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Elegant pair of 1920's sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant pair of 1920's sconces, the patina is allot nicer in person
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Rare Set of Four French 1920's Wrought Iron and Copper Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice and rare set of four French 1920's copper and wrought iron sconces, the faces were
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
1920's American Cast Iron Garden Lantern
Located in Denver, CO
This 1920's hexagonal garden lantern is cast of iron and in the pattern of grape vine twigs. We
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Rare Large Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare pair of large 1920s cast iron sconces, they have been restored, they are quite heavy.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Elegant Pair of 1920s French Handmade Wrought Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These handmade sconces are quit heavy, the quality is there, the patina is much nicer in person.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
A Pair of 1920s Wrought Iron Wall Sconces from Mallorca, Spain
Located in Dallas, TX
Dating to the 1920s, this pair of wrought iron wall sconces from Mallorca, Spain, are attractive
Category
Vintage 1920s Spanish Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of 1920's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A nice pair of 1920's wrought iron sconces, the patina is allot nicer in person
Category
Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair Maison Baguès Wrought Iron Clear Crystal Flower Wall Sconces, 1920s
By Maison Baguès
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of Maison Bagès gilded wrought iron two-arm wall lights, France, 1920s. Wonderful art
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Wrought Iron
1920's French Art Deco Iron Sconce Signed "Saint Cere" Castle by H. Delprat
Located in Opa Locka, FL
French Art Deco Wall Lamp/ Sconce of Saint Cere Castle. Made by artist H. Delprat. Frosted glass
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of Maison Baguès Wrought Iron Clear Crystal Flower Wall Sconces, 1920s
By Maison Baguès
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of Maison Bagès gilded wrought iron two-arm wall lights, France, 1920s. Wonderful art
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Wrought Iron
Set of Four Iron and Sheet Metal Wall Sconces, circa 1920s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of four iron and sheet metal wall sconces, circa 1920s
Fantastic set of four matching wall
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of Wrought Iron Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Spanish single light iron sconces.
Measurements:
Height: 16"
Width: 4
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Vintage 1920s Spanish Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of 1920s French Wall Sconces – Handcrafted Black Iron with 7 Arms
Located in Ibiza, Spain
sconces. These stunning pieces are meticulously handcrafted from iron, showcasing the timeless beauty and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
H 59.06 in W 41.34 in D 9.06 in
Pair of Large Gilt Iron Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French circa 1920's gilt iron double light sconces with round backplates and original
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Italian Finely Engraved Art Deco Wrought Iron Appliques, 1920s
Located in Milan, IT
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A rare example of the finest in Italian wrought iron decorative arts.
Italy 1920s.
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare pair of French 1920' wrought iron sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of French 1920's all hands made wrought iron sconces, the patina is so much nicer
Category
Vintage 1920s French Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Antique Iron Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's French forged iron sconces.
Measurements:
Height: 17"
Width: 9.5"
Depth: 6.5"
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Alessandro Mazzucotelli Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Lamp, Italy 1920s
By Alessandro Mazzucotelli
Located in Milan, IT
Large and splendid Alessandro Mazzucotelli Art Nouveau wrought iron wall lamp, Italy 1920s.
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 22.25 in W 5.12 in D 15.75 in
Set of Hammered Iron Sconces, Sold in Pairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of twelve circa 1920s French hammered iron single light sconces. Sold per pair
Category
Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Set of Wrought Iron Sconces, Sold in Pairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of four circa 1920s French wrought iron sconces with six lights each. Sold per pair
Category
Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of English Hammered Iron Sconces, Sold in Pairs
Located in New York, NY
A set of twelve circa 1920's English cast iron single light sconces with hammered finish and
Category
Vintage 1920s English Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Antique iron wall lamp with bells, 1920s
Located in ECHT, NL
Unique hammered iron wall lamp with bells. Intended for mounting above a door and fulfilling two
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
1920s French Empire Giltwood Arrow Wall Lights
Located in Hastings, GB
Wonderful pair of 1920's French Empire style wall lights, in giltwood and gilt iron, each light
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Rare Paavo Tynell Art Deco Wall Sconce Model 7004 for Taito Oy, 1920s/1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Paavo Tynell Art Deco wall sconce model 7004 for Taito Oy from the 1920s/1930s. Forged iron
Category
Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
H 16.54 in W 9.85 in D 6.7 in
Pair of French 1920s Iron Three-Light Lanterns with Scrolling Motifs and Foliage
Located in Atlanta, GA
showcase three lights each. Rewired for the US, this pair of French iron lanterns circa 1920-1930 will
Category
Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
H 23.5 in W 16 in D 9 in
Art Deco wall light Pate de Verre Glass by Schneider France, 1920s
By Schneider
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Art Deco wall sconce by Schneider- 1920s
The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Photography, Studio Clamp Wall Lamp by Cremer, France. 1920s
By A.E. Cremer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Photography, studio wall lamp by A.E. Cremer, France. 1920
Clamp spotlight with aluminium shade
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Rare Pair of French 1920s Wall Lights by Jean Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jean Perzel - A rare pair of fine French Art Deco sconces made with faceted mottled diffusers
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Iron Two Candle Sconce with Prongs, circa 1920
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This 1920s iron sconce with prongs will make a statement in your home! A pair of these sconces
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Imposing Pair Of 1920's Iron And Brass Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Nice example of 1920 lighting where iron and brass are combined. High quality pieces made for the
Category
Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron, Brass
1920's Polychrome Double Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Striking pair of polychrome sconces with vivid original paint.
Category
Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Antique Pair of 1920's Gold and Red Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Cast iron single light sconces with gold and red finish.
Category
Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
1920s Pair of Simple Single Wrought Iron Single Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Wrought iron sconces with nice simple and strong design, circa 1920s.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Sconces
Located in Prescott, AZ
style and the revival styles (Spanish revival) of their day with the hammered look cast into the iron
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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces
1920's French White Opaline Wall Sconces
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful set of two 1920's white Opaline wall sconces. Rewired and in working condition.
Category
Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of iron and tole 1920's 3-light sconces with floral crystal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of iron and tole 1920's 3-light sconces with floral crystals.
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Early 20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces
Pair of Antique 1920s Single Sconces with Beautiful Hammered Iron Work
Located in Pasadena, CA
Finely crafted pair of simple single sconces. Original finish, circa 1920s. Would fit in Spanish
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Vintage 1920s American Tudor Wall Lights and Sconces
1920s Hand-Hammered Double Light Sconce
Located in Pasadena, CA
1920s Spanish Revival two-light sconce. Hand-wrought iron.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Early 20th Century Crystal and Iron French Sconces, 1920s
Located in Milan, IT
1920s crystal sconces.
Category
Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Iron
Antique Pair of Large Scale Tudor Spanish Revival Regal 3 Light 1920s Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Outstanding pair of iron sconces with shield motif, circa 1920s. Fantastic craftsmanship. Fits in
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Vintage 1920s North American Tudor Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
H 17 in W 15.5 in D 6 in
Pair of 1920s French Inspired Sconces in Original Finish
Located in Prescott, AZ
Intricate and beautify designed cast iron sconces from the 1920s which retain their rich original
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Vintage 1920s American Neoclassical Revival Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
1 of 4 Spanish Revival Single Wrought Iron Sconce
Located in Pasadena, CA
Sold and priced individually, circa 1920s single sconce. Beautiful wrought iron work.
Category
Vintage 1920s North American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
1920s Wall Light from the Cote d'Azur
Located in Stamford, GB
An original Art Deco wall lantern from a 1920s Cote d'Azur villa. France, circa 1920.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
1920s American Articulated Wall Lamp by Faries Fixtures
Located in Chicago, IL
1920s American articulated wall sconce by Faries fixture with copper flush finish and mercury glass
Category
Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper, Iron
Elegant Set of Four 1920s Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant set of four wrought iron sconces, the patina is much nicer in person, price is for the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Circa 1920's Pair Cast Iron Sconces
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-652 Pair 1920's cast iron single lite sconces
Category
Early 20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Circa 1920's Pair wrought iron Sconces
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-623 Pair hand wrought single lite sconces
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Elegant Pair of 1920's Wrought Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and rare pair of 1920's all hands made wrought iron sconces, the patina is so much
Category
Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Elegant Set of Five 1920's Wrought Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is a rare set of five 1920's wrought iron sconces, the patina is allot nicer in person.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Elegant Pair of French 1920's Wrought Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant pair of French hands-forged wrought iron sconces, the patina is allot nicer in person.
Category
Vintage 1920s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Circa 1920's Pair Iron and Brass Shield Sconces
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-648 A pair of double lite hammered iron backplate with brass shield and candlecups.
Category
Early 20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Brass
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1920s Iron Sconce For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1920s iron sconce you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wrought iron, every 1920s iron sconce was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the 1920s iron sconce you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1920s iron sconce made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one 1920s iron sconce that is appealing in its simplicity, but Maison Baguès, Edgar Brandt and Jean Noverdy produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a 1920s Iron Sconce?
A 1920s iron sconce can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,197, while the lowest priced sells for $295 and the highest can go for as much as $17,500.
Finding the Right Sconces-wall-lights for You
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.
Questions About 1920s Iron Sconce
- What do I wear to a 1920s party?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
- What is 1920s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was 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. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
- What are 1920s dresses called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
- What era is 1920s jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The type of tile that was used in the 1920s was primarily ceramic. Many shapes were available, including basketweave, penny round, pinwheel, square and subway. Hexagon tiles, however, which are still on trend, have been in use in bathrooms since at least the early 1900s. The choice of hexagonal tiles is believed to have been tied to cleanliness, as the small pieces could stand up to aggressive cleaning and could be easily replaced if needed. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of tiles from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Coco Chanel was considered one of the leading fashion designers in the 1920s and ’30s in Paris. The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon, she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz. In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. During the 1920s, she also unveiled the predecessor for the 2.55 Flap bag, which remains one of Chanel's most popular offerings. Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
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