1970 Art Deco Style Black Bakelite and Gilded Brass Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This unique 1970s vintage shoulder bag is a striking example of Art Deco revival style. It features
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Art Deco Steel and Bronze Bench
By Continental Art Deco
Located in Montreal, QC
Great quality Art Deco style steel and bronze bench, perfect for an entrance or a bedroom.
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Benches
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Steel
Pair of Art Deco Candle Holder in Stainless Steel 4 Flammes, Spain, 1970
By Studio Art Deco
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful pair of art deco candlesticks in stainless steel designed and produced in spain in
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Candlesticks
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Metal
1970's Art Deco style Oil on Canvas "Angel on my Shoulder" Custom Art Deco Frame
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
1970's Art Deco style Oil on Canvas "Angel on my Shoulder" Custom Art Deco Frame
Located in Opa Locka, FL
I purchased this painting from a dealer in France. 1970's Art Deco style Oil on Canvas Painting
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Paintings
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Paint
Hommage à Brigitte Bardot Ceramic Sculpture, Art Deco, Circa 1970
By Jean Marais
Located in CANNES, FR
1970 . Sculpture volume 35cm de haut . " Mint condition " Vallauris private collection
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Ceramic
Pair art deco candlesticks in stainless steel 3 flames blue stones, Spain 1970
By Ferro Art
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb pair of art deco candlesticks in stainless steel designed and produced in spain in the 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Candlesticks
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Metal
Butterfly, Art Deco Silkscreen by Edouard Dermit
By Édouard Dermit
Located in Long Island City, NY
Butterfly Édouard Dermit, French (1925–1995) Date: circa 1970 Screenprint, signed and numbered in
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Screen
Amilcare Santini Silver-plated Resin Sculpture Art Deco
By A. Santini
Located in Taranto, IT
Amilcare Santini Scultura In Resina Argentata Art Dèco. scultura Art Decò Amilcare Santini in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings
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Silver
Pulcinella, Original Art Deco Oil Painting by Giancarlo Impiglia
By Giancarlo Impiglia
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Giancarlo Impiglia, Italian/American (1940-) Title: Pulcinella Year: 1975 Medium: Oil on Canvas, signed Size: 48 in. x 32 in. (121.92 cm x 81.28 cm)
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
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Oil
Art Deco Mirrored French Coffee Table, Circa 1970
Located in Austin, TX
Coffee table from France in the Art Deco style. This table is entirely veneered with mirror and
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Gold Leaf
Maria, Art Deco Poster by Amleto Dalla Costa
By Amleto dalla Costa
Located in Long Island City, NY
Amleto Dalla Costa, Italian (1929 - ) - Maria, Year: 1978, Medium: Poster, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 100/325, Size: 18 x 13.25 in. (45.72 x 33.66 cm)
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Offset
Pair of Floor Lamp Art Deco 1970, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
are the floor lamps that your project needs. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
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Wood
Art Deco Table Lamp by Cofrac Art Verrier, Clear Crystal & Brass, France, 1970s
By Art Verrier
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Elegant Art Deco table lamp by Cofrac Art Verrier, France, circa 1970s. This sculptural lamp
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Crystal, Brass
Rare Sophisticated 1970 Buste in Art Deco Style
Located in Weesp, NL
Beautiful 1970s buste in Art Deco style. This is large buste can be used to display scarves
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Art Deco Busts
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Epoxy Resin
The Blue Dress, Art Deco signed lithography by Erte
By Erté
Located in Berlin, MD
: 14” x 9” Known as "The Father of Art Deco," Erte (1892-1990) and his immense talent have been
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1970s Art Deco Portrait Prints
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Lithograph
Art Decò Turkish Rug, 1950-1970
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is a semi-antique Turkish Turk deco carpet woven circa 1950 - 1970 and measures 310 x 213 cm
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs
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Wool
Large Floral Crystal Glass Centerpiece Shell Bowl by Art Vannes, France, 1970
$1,157Sale Price|20% Off
Large Floral Crystal Glass Centerpiece Shell Bowl by Art Vannes, France, 1970
By Art Vannes
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Crystal glass bowl Producer: ART VANNES FRANCE (marked) Age: 1970s
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases
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Art Glass
Pair of Ferroart Iron and Glass Wall Sconces Art Deco Style 1970s
By Ferro Art
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Pair of wall sconces manufactured by Ferro Art featuring a geometric iron structure. Backplates
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Iron
1979 Art Deco poster designed by Monneret fot the 90th des indépendants
By Jean Monneret
Located in PARIS, FR
Sublime Art Deco poster designed by Monneret in 1979 to promote the 90th Salon des Indépendants
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1970s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
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Paper
Art Deco Murano Art Glass and Beech Wood Dinning Room / Conference Table, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
The dining or conference table, with its unique characteristics and meticulous attention to detail, has an innovative vision and a very accentuated Muranese artistic sensitivity. Aes...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
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Art Glass, Wood
1970's Gloria Eriksen Frosted Art Mirror With Brass Frame
$471Sale Price|20% Off
1970's Gloria Eriksen Frosted Art Mirror With Brass Frame
By Windsor Art & Mirror Co. 1
Located in San Carlos, CA
the Windsor Art and Mirror Company in Pico Rivera, CA. This mirror is in great condition, there's no
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Wall Mirrors
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Brass
"Radio City Music Hall" Art Deco Geometric Painting on Canvas with Gold Diptych
Located in New York, NY
from the 1920's Art Deco period. Signed and titled on verso inner stretcher bars. Each canvas measures
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1970s Art Deco Abstract Paintings
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Latex, Varnish, Canvas, Tape
L'Amour - Lithograph after Aubrey Beardsley - 1970
By Aubrey Vincent Beardsley
Located in Roma, IT
L'Amour is a litograph realized after Aubrey Beardsley in 1970. The drawing is part of a 1970
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Lithograph
Mitchell FunkThe Empire State Building Art Deco Skyscraper Silhouetted, New York in the 1970s, 1971
$6,500
The Empire State Building Art Deco Skyscraper Silhouetted, New York in the 1970s
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
The Empire State Building is vividly portrayed as a stand-alone Art Deco skyscraper in an
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1970s Art Deco Landscape Photography
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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
L'Amour - Lithograph after Aubrey Beardsley - 1970
By Aubrey Vincent Beardsley
Located in Roma, IT
L'Amour is a litograph realized after Aubrey Beardsley in 1970. The drawing is part of a 1970
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Lithograph
Bronze Modernist Biomorphic Sculpture Horse, Stand Colin Webster Watson Art Deco
Located in Surfside, FL
Colin Webster Watson (1926-2007, New Zealand), sleeping horse, sculpture, bronze, supported on wooden base, signed, AP Sculpture Of A Suspended Horse Colin Webster-Watson (1926, Pa...
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1970s Abstract Sculptures
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Bronze
Vintage Framed Art
$328Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Framed Art
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage framed Art. Dimensions. 22 1/2 W ; 1 D ; 14 1/2 H.
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Paintings
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Wood
Art Deco Style Bronze Woman by Vladimir Emilevich Gorevoy c1975. 2/5
By Vladimir Golub
Located in Buffalo, NY
faculty, known for monuments and smaller bronze sculptures, and his work features on art market sites like
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings
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Bronze
Original THE DAY OF THE LOCUST 1975 vintage art deco movie poster
By David Edward Byrd
Located in Spokane, WA
Original 1975 "The Day of the Locust" Vintage Movie Poster - Linen Backed - Art by David Edward
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1970s Art Deco Portrait Prints
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Offset
Art Deco Murano Glass and Brass Italian Table Lamp, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Incredible beauty for a Murano glass table lamp from the middle of the century. The Murano furnaces create an indisputable timeless design, simple but elegant at the same time. All...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
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Brass
Melisande from the At the Theatre Suite, Art Deco Lithograph by Erte
By Erté
Located in Long Island City, NY
famous for his elegant fashion designs which capture the art deco period in which he worked. His delicate
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Lithograph
1970's Postmodern Art Deco Sculptural Lucite Coffee Table
By Charles Hollis Jones, Karl Springer
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Midcentury Modern coffee table for sale. Manufactured in the 1970's, and has an Art Deco
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Chrome
ErtéThe Letter 'C' from the Alphabet Suite, Art Deco Screenprint by Erte, 1976
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
The Letter 'C' from the Alphabet Suite, Art Deco Screenprint by Erte
By Erté
Located in Long Island City, NY
famous for his elegant fashion designs, which capture the art deco period in which he worked. His
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Screen
The Letter I from the Alphabet Suite, Art Deco Screenprint by Erte
By Erté
Located in Long Island City, NY
famous for his elegant fashion designs which capture the art deco period in which he worked. His delicate
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Screen
Monumental Art Deco Carved Marble Relief Panel, 20th Century 190 cm
Located in Madrid, ES
Striking and monumental Art Deco panel carved in high relief from solid marble. Featuring geometric
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Vintage 1970s Decorative Art
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Marble
Art Deco Rug Turkish Minimalist Design, 1950-1970
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is a semi-antique Turk deco rug woven in Turkey during the middle of the 20th century circa
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs
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Wool
Art Deco Style Glass and Brass Wall lights, Italy 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Art deco style brass and glass wall lights. Manufactured in Italy around 1970. With their clean
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Art Deco Serigraph entitled "Curtain" signed Erté
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
This striking serigraph, titled "Curtain" and signed by the legendary Art Deco master Erté
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1970s Figurative Prints
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Lithograph
Romain De Tirtoff aka Erte The Tempest Limited Edition Art Deco Motif Serigraph
By Erté
Located in Tustin, CA
"The Temptest" is a limited edition, serigraph by the father of Art Deco, Erte, (1892-1990). Based
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Contemporary Art
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Paper
Art Deco Ruffled Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendant Pink White, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful Ruffled Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, 1970. This rare piece is a real eye catcher and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Art Deco Ruffled Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendant Pink Marbled, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful Ruffled Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, 1970. This rare piece is a real eye catcher and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Breathtaking Art Deco Revival Sofa in Rattan Parquetry, Italy, circa 1970
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Atlanta, GA
service is available. An absolutely jaw-dropping Art Deco Revival sofa by Vivai del Sud, Italy, circa
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Sofas
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Rattan, Mahogany
Art Déco Style Cubist Craquelé Polar Bear , L&v Ceram, France, circa 1970
By L&V Ceramics
Located in Firenze, IT
Art Déco style cubist craquelé glazed polar bear L&V Ceram, France, circa 1970 Measures
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
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Ceramic
The Letter 'O' from the Alphabet Suite, Signed Art Deco Screenprint by Erte
By Erté
Located in Long Island City, NY
famous for his elegant fashion designs which capture the art deco period in which he worked. His delicate
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
Materials
Screen
The Letter 'C' from the Alphabet Suite, Signed Art Deco Screenprint by Erte
By Erté
Located in Long Island City, NY
famous for his elegant fashion designs, which capture the art deco period in which he worked. His
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Screen
The Letter 'Y' from the Alphabet Suite, Art Deco Screenprint by Erte
By Erté
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Erte, Russian (1892 - 1989) Title: The Letter 'Y' from the Alphabet Suite Year: 1976 Medium: Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: XC (90) Image Size: 16 x 10.5...
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints
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Screen
The WHO original 1970 TOMMY concept drawing
By David Edward Byrd
Located in Southampton, NY
This is the original rare concept drawing created 54 years ago in 1970 by the legendary artist
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1970s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
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Vellum, Pencil
Art Deco Ruffled Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendant Waved Pink, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful Ruffled Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, 1970. This rare piece is a real eye catcher and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Deco Ruffled Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendant Red Cream, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful Ruffled Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, 1970. This rare piece is a real eye catcher and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Deco Black and Brass Keys Commodes and Chest of Drawers, 1970
$4,340Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Black and Brass Keys Commodes and Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Beautiful design, dresser completely lacquered in black shellac, enhancing the shape of the leg. Beautiful workmanship, and perfect interior finishes. The chest of drawers is compos...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
XL 1970's Vintage Art Deco Style Oil Painting on Board " Diana the Huntress"
$2,580Sale Price|20% Off
XL 1970's Vintage Art Deco Style Oil Painting on Board " Diana the Huntress"
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Large 1970's Art Deco Style Oil Painting on Board of "Diana The Huntress". It is hard to find a
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Vintage 1970s North American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Cherry Wood and Brass Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Beautiful commode in characteristic Italian style of Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi and Osvaldo Borsani. Detailed shape of both the body and the legs. Structure in cherry wood and stai...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Murano Black and Smoky Color Blown Glass Table Lamps, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Incredible beauty for a Murano glass table lamp from the middle of the century. The Murano furnaces create an indisputable timeless design, simple but elegant at the same time. All...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Costume Design - Gouache by Erté - 1970
By Erté
Located in Roma, IT
Costume Design is a modern artwork realized in 1970s by Erté (Romain de Tirtoff). Mixed colored gouache on paper. Hand signed on the lower margin. Includes passepartout: 44.5 x 3...
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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gouache
Vintage Christian Dior Silver Plated Logo Cufflinks Circa 1970 In Bochic Case
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in New York, NY
textured ground. In fantastic vintage condition Retro, Chic, Art Deco and Classic * polished and mate
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Vanity Items
Art Deco Cherry Wood and Brass Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1970
$3,858Sale Price|48% Off
Art Deco Cherry Wood and Brass Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Beautiful commode in characteristic Italian style of Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi and Osvaldo Borsani. Detailed shape of both the body and the legs. Structure in cherry wood and stai...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Ceramic Sculpture 'The Two Does' by Charles Lemanceau, 1970
By Charles Lemanceau
Located in Beirut, LB
Art Deco French crackle sculpture in bright ceramic color of two Does signed by Charles Lemanceau
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Ceramics
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Ceramic, Faience
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1970 Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic 1970 art deco available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every 1970 art deco was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a 1970 art deco, we have 1101 options in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a 1970 art deco — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1970 art deco, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Karl Springer, Barovier&Toso and Art Hide each produced at least one beautiful 1970 art deco that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1970 Art Deco?
The average selling price for a 1970 art deco at 1stDibs is $2,454, while they’re typically $5 on the low end and $600,000 for the highest priced.
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 1970 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. - 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
- 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.
- 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.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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