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FINE 1929 ART DECO ANTIQUE STERLING SiLVER PERFUME BOTTLE IN CUT GLASS CRYSTAL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Art Deco Antique cut glass Crystal Perfume bottle flask
A very good looking well made and decorative
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Sterling Silver
RONSON 1929 Art Deco New Yorker Skyscraper Desk Lighter In Chrome
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
, New Yorker.
Material: Chromed steel and green felt.
Date: 1929.
Period: Art Deco.
Weight: 266
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Ronson Newark 1929 Art Deco Steel RonDeLight Table Lighter Black & Blue Lacquer
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
1929. This is a very unusual lighter designed with wonderful art deco patterns and crafted in solid
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 2.75 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
RONSON England 1929 Art Deco RonDeLight Table Lighter In Steel And Leather
By Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
lighter, created in England by The Ronson Lighter Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1929. This
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 2.75 in W 2.36 in D 2.36 in
1929 Art Deco 18 Karat Gold Orange Blossom Vintage Stacking Wedding Band Ring
By Orange Blossom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Stamped for 18 karat gold
With maker's mark for Bernstein Jewelry Co.
Circa: 1929; via dated inscription
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AARON L. DENNISON 1929 Art Deco Guilloche Blue Enamel Desk Clock In Sterling
By Aaron Lufkin Dennison
Located in Miami, FL
, made in Birmingham England during the art deco period, back in the 1929. The craftsmanship of this
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver
H 3.45 in W 3.5 in D 2.75 in
CYMA 1929 Art Deco Enameled La Captive Squeeze Travel Clock In .925 Sterling
By CYMA Watch Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco La Captive travel-purse clock designed by Cyma Watch Co.
This is a beautiful and unusual
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
H 1.18 in W 1.62 in D 1.57 in
TAVANNES 1929 Art Deco Enamel La Captive Squeeze Travel Clock In .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco La Captive travel-purse clock designed by Tavannes Watch Co.
Beautiful and very unusual
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
H 1.3 in W 1.26 in D 1.85 in
Art Deco Rondelight Junior Table Lighter by Ronson, 1929
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 1929 Art Deco "Rondelight Junior" flint table lighter by Ronson featuring enameled black
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Chrome
Lola, Paris, 1929
By Joseph Waidinger
Located in West Hollywood, CA
art deco woman sits in a cafe, perhaps waiting for someone? In the mirrored reflection over her head
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Art Deco Table Lamp, circa 1920
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco table lamp, France, circa 1920. Glass and wrought iron. Very nice lampshade in
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Contrasts - Original Woodcut by Paul Hermann - 1929
By Paul Hermann Wagner
Located in Roma, IT
Constasts is an original modern artwork realized in 1929 in France by Paul Hermann (1879 - 1969
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Prints
Materials
Woodcut
H 13.39 in W 19.3 in D 0.04 in
French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Mirror Coat Peg, and Umbrella Stand, 1920
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco coat peg and umbrella stand, France, 1920s. Wrought iron and glass. The coat-peg
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 20.87 in W 25.6 in D 7.68 in
German Art Deco Plate by Thomas Porcelain, 1929
By Thomas Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful German Art Deco period white and gold porcelain plate signed by artist for the Thomas
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
1929 original advertising poster by Charles Loupot for Valentine Paints
By Charles Loupot
Located in PARIS, FR
history of Art Deco design and commercial art. Charles Loupot, one of the most influential poster artists
Category
1920s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Lithograph, Paper
1929 original advertising poster by Charles Loupot for Mira razor
By Charles Loupot
Located in PARIS, FR
stands as a remarkable example of Art Deco design applied to commercial advertising. Charles Loupot, a
Category
1920s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph, Linen
Circa 1929 Engraved 18K White Gold Art Deco Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1929 (Engraved)
Item Details:
Ring Size: 5.75
Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Materials
White Gold
Art Deco Porcelain Pin-Up Figurine by Goebel, 1929
By A.W. Goebel
Located in Lisbon, PT
This Art Deco porcelain figurine from 1929, crafted by W. Goebel in Rodental, Bavaria, features a
Category
20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Zony, Original Alcohol Poster, Sautel Wine, Art Deco, Grenache Vin Aperitif 1929
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Art Deco poster created by Zony in 1929 to promote Vin Sautel, an aperitif made with old Grenache
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 29.93 in W 22.45 in D 0.04 in
Broders, Original Art Deco Poster, Winter Sports, Voza Pass Skiing Mountain 1929
By Roger Broders
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
artists of the Art Deco period, just like Cassandre. He is inseparable from the PLM company which ordered
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 40.16 in W 25.6 in D 0.04 in
Falcucci's 1929 Original advertising poster Veuve Amiot Grands Vins Mousseux
By Robert Falcucci
Located in PARIS, FR
Step into the enchanting world of vintage poster art, where Robert Falcucci's 1929 masterpiece for
Category
1920s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph, Paper, Linen
Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1929 Broadway & CO
Located in Montreal, QC
Sterling Silver Cigarette Case, gold wash inside stamped Birmingham 1929. maker Broadway & co
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sterling Silver
1929 Rookwood Art Deco XXIX 2330 Lavender Bud Vase 5"
By Rookwood Pottery Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Rookwood bud vase featuring Art Deco styling with three handles, finished in a soft
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pottery
Art Deco Sterling Silver Cafe Au Lait, London 1929 Goldsmiths & Silversmiths
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Au Lait Set, is in the Art Deco taste, and is octagonal in shape. Each measures 9.75"(25cm) tall, by
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Antelope, Art Deco Bronze Sculpture by Loet Vanderveen
By Loet Vanderveen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Loet Vanderveen, Dutch (1921 - 2015) - Antelope, Medium: Bronze sculpture, signature and numbering inscribed on bottom, Edition: 408/500, Size: 6 x 7.5 x 3 in. (15.24 x 19.05 x 7...
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 6 in W 7.5 in D 3 in
Thoroughbred, Art Deco Bronze Sculpture by Loet Vanderveen
By Loet Vanderveen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Loet Vanderveen, Dutch (1921 - 2015) - Thoroughbred, Medium: Bronze sculpture, signature and numbering inscribed on bottom, Edition: 235/500, Size: 4.75 x 8 x 4 in. (12.07 x 20.3...
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 4.75 in W 8 in D 4 in
Art Deco Nickel Steel Bar Cart, 1920-1929
Located in Lisbon, PT
A rare and exquisite French Art Deco bar of cylindrical design, originally plated in nickel, which
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Tray Tables
Materials
Metal
Unique Czech Art Deco Secretary/Writing Desk, Rosewood 1920-1929
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Art Deco sideboard and secretary made out of rosewood
Material: Rosewood
Completely restored
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Secretaires
Materials
Wood, Rosewood, Lacquer
"Nude with Scimitar, " Fabulous, Sensual Art Deco Painting by Forster, 1929
By E.H. Forster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Full of drama and intrigue, both sensual and classical, this depiction of a female nude tiptoeing toward a curtain being pulled aside by a threatening, unseen figure, has all the noc...
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Gouache
H 10.25 in W 5.63 in D 0.1 in
Portrait of Elizabeth Allison - British Slade Sch Art Deco portrait oil painting
Located in London, GB
in focus against the subtle energetic background. A really lovely Art Deco portrait with excellent
Category
1920s Art Deco Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Handsome art deco period silver condiment set by Richard Comyns London 1929
By Richard Comyns
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1929 and 1930 by Richard Comyns, this handsome, Sterling Silver Condiment
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 4.34 in W 5.52 in D 7.09 in
French Art Deco 1929 Black lacquered Large Case In .950 Sterling And 18Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
, created in Paris France, back in the 1929. Crafted at the atelier of the goldsmith Paul Delahais in solid
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
W 3.42 in D 0.43 in L 4.75 in
Goldscheider Art Déco Figure 'Cowboy Girl', By Stephan Dakon, Circa 1929
By Stefan Dakon, Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Very Rare Art Ceramic Figurine Around 1929:
Girl with a wide-brimmed hat on her short curls
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 16.34 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in
1929 René Lalique Art Deco Vase Margaret Glass with Sepia Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Margaret" made in frosted glass by René Lalique in 1929.
Stamped signature on bottom
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Cartier French Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Bracelet, 18.70 Carats, Circa 1929
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A French, Art Deco, Cartier strap bracelet, comprising three, rectangular, flexible, openwork, pavé
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Retro Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Chandelier
By Art Decor
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art deco chandelier. Made of silver-plated bronze, with satin glass plates.
Sealed Metal No.4
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Extremely Rare Modernist Art Deco Settee/Bench by Walter von Nessen c.1929
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely Rare Pair Modernist Settee/ Bench designed by Walter von Nessen , circa 1929. retains
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Settees
Materials
Birch
Leleu, Pair of Art Deco Sconces, Alabaster, Silver Plated Bronze Frames. 1929
By Georges Leleu
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pair of Art Deco Sconces dating from 1929 in Silver Plated Bronze Frames. 1929
LELEU. Pair of
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Silver Plate, Bronze
H 7.49 in W 12.21 in D 6.3 in
Rare Pair Modernist Arm Chairs by Walter von Nessen, Art Deco, circa 1929
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely Rare Pair Modernist Arm Chairs designed by Walter von Nessen , circa 1929. Chairs retain
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Birch
H 32.75 in W 26 in D 27.5 in
Superb Art Deco Diamond Emerald Platinum Bracelet, Circa 1929
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An incredible treasure, this marvel of a bracelet dates back to the Art Deco period in the late
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Women's Bathroom Painting
Located in New York, NY
French painting entitled "La Salle de Bains de Madame." Stamped "J. Vermont" on verso. Custom framed in a hand-made, cherry stained, oak wood frame. Image size: 14 1/4 x 13 1/4 in.
F...
Category
1920s Art Deco Interior Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Illustration Board
Large Antique Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Otto Grell, 1929
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large Art Deco / Art Nouveau ceramic vase with hand-carved stylized, symmetrical lines and patterns
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
MiriamHaskell 1926-1929 Shell Glass FauxPearl Crystal Silver Art Deco Sautoir
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
In the late 1920s during the Art-Deco period, this Miriam Haskell white mostly glass-beaded sautoir
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Coral, Silver
W 1.5 in D 1 in Dm 6.25 in L 18.5 in
Restored Beige French Art Deco Chair, Designed by Jules Leleu, 1920-1929
By Jules Leleu
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
French Art Deco chairs, designed by Jules Leleu.
Material: Mahogany
Completely restored, surface
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer, Fabric, Upholstery
H 33.08 in W 19.3 in D 22.84 in
Mahogany Art Deco French Sideboard with Marble Desk and Mirror - 1920-1929
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
French sideboard with marble desk and mirror.
Style: Art Deco.
Period: 1920-1929.
Material
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Marble
H 43.71 in W 54.73 in D 22.45 in
Cartier Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Bracelet, 22.40 Carats, Circa 1929
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco diamond bracelet by Cartier Paris, for Cartier New York, comprising four flexible
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Art Carved Wood Co Platinum Engraved Wedding Band
By Art Carved
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Art Carved Wood Co Platinum Engraved Wedding Band. This gorgeous wedding
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Materials
Platinum
Restored French Art Deco Chairs Designed by Jules Leleu, 1920-1929, 2 Pieces
By Jules Leleu
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of French Art Deco chairs designed by Jules Leleu.
Material: Rosewood / palisander
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Rosewood
H 37.41 in W 18.12 in D 26.38 in
Art Deco Spanish Woman Fashion Illustration
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Elegant and glamorous fashion illustration from the 1920's,
Original signed gouache painting on paper.
Monogrammed V.S. lower right.
Site: 10"x 7.75" Frame: 19.25"x 17"
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Gouache
20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver & Guilloche Enamel Ashtrays, C.1929
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century Art Deco pair of solid silver ash trays, applied with a beautiful blue
Category
20th Century British Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Art Carved Engraved Wedding Band
By Art Carved
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Art Carved Engraved Wedding Band. This gorgeous wedding
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Materials
White Gold
Art Deco Portrait of a Redhead Woman
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
, watercolors and pastels. Greenwood also lectured on art history and taught fine art.
Biography
Greenwood was
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Set of 6 Bernardaud Limoges Cups & Saucers Art Deco France 1900-1929
By L. Bernardaud and Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
. Bernardaud & Cie. It is decorated with Art Deco style floral border in tan, red, and green colors and gold
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Colorful Art Deco Beaded Pouch, circa 1920s
Located in Hamburg, DE
This vibrant antique beaded pouch dates to the Art Deco period of the 1920s and captures the bold
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Antiquities
Materials
Cotton, Glass
Pair of Mahogany Art Deco Armchairs, Made in France, Fully Restored, 1920-1929
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of Art Deco armchairs.
Completely restored, surface made by piano lacquers to the high gloss
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Mahogany
H 37.01 in W 26.38 in D 24.81 in
Art Deco Le Verre Francais Cameo Schneider Art Glass
By Charles Schneider
Located in Miami, FL
looking down. Magnificent and great rare art deco work. Great condition with a few tiny scratches but only
Category
1920s Art Deco Still-life Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Wallpaper Design, France, Art Deco, 1920s
Located in Paris, FR
Wallpaper design. Watercolor painting on paper representing a Chinese landscape, France, Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Wallpaper Design, France, Art Deco, 1920s
Located in Paris, FR
Wallpaper design. Watercolor painting on paper representing Chinese masks, France, Art Deco, 1920s
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
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1929 Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1929 art deco you’re looking for. A 1929 art deco — often made from metal, glass and wood — can elevate any home. Find 19197 options for an antique or vintage 1929 art deco now, or shop our selection of 67 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1929 art deco — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right 1929 art deco, those designed in Art Deco, mid-century modern and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. René Lalique, Charlotte Perriand and Charles Schneider each produced at least one beautiful 1929 art deco that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1929 Art Deco?
Prices for a 1929 art deco start at $1 and top out at $1,000,000 with the average selling for $3,172.
A Close Look at Art-deco Furniture
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.
Questions About 1929 Art Deco
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. 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, 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. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To 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.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
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