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
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
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.
Rare Nautical Swivel Chair by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet, Netherlands, c. 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
An exceptional and rare swivel chair-stool designed by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet (1864–1945), one of the Netherlands’ most influential decorative artists of the early 20th century. Li...
Upholstery, Wood
Streamline Moderne Art Deco Tubular Chrome Chair W Cowhide Leather
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Streamline Moderne Art Deco Tubular Chrome Chair W Cowhide Leather
Chrome
Dutch Art Deco modernist (Hague School) armchair, Anton Lucas, 1920s
By Anton Lucas
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
An exceptional designed Haagse School armchair by Anton Lucas, Netherlands, circa 1925. This model is a clear and confident example of Lucas’s architectural approach to furniture des...
Upholstery, Oak
Italian Mid-Century Art Deco Briar Wood Pair of Upholstered Lounge Armchairs
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Dassi, Gio Ponti, Melchiorre Bega
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian 1940s Mid-Century Art Deco armchairs with beautiful front shape and veneer burl walnut briar wood and great decorated legs. This set makes a great lo...
Fabric, Wood
Valmont Arm Chair by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French 1940s Style Club Chairs. Large scale with a deep seat . Ideal to lounge with a large arm you can use as a side table for your lab top or magazine. The chairs have a ch...
Upholstery
Dutch Art Deco Modernist Armchair by Piet De Vries, 1934
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A rare modernist The Hague School armchair designed by Dutch architect Piet de Vries, created exclusively for the boardroom of the newly built Town Hall of Tytsjerksteradiel in Fries...
Fabric, Oak, Macassar
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Armchair in midnight blue velvet, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A monumental Amsterdam School armchair, restored with precision and reintroduced for contemporary living. This piece carries weight, both visually and physically. Exceptionally heavy...
Upholstery, Oak
Pair of Danish Modern Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Shearling Lambswool & Elm, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
An elegant pair of Danish Art Deco lounge chairs from the 1940s, handcrafted by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker. These rare chairs feature softly curved, sculptural silhouettes that ex...
Lambskin, Wool, Elm
Antique Natural Finish Art Deco Rattan Boat Tail Style Yachting Arm Chairs
Located in Nashua, NH
A pair of antique, handsome and stylish Art deco boat tail style rattan yachting arm chairs in natural finish, one of which has magazine pocket, American,C. 1920s, brass labeling, Cr...
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan, Reed, Wood
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Armchair in solid Oak and Bouclé fabric, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Art Deco Amsterdam School Armchair, Netherlands, 1930s. Solid oak frame with coromandel wood details. The chair has been lightly restored, preserving the warm wood grain and patina. ...
Bouclé, Foam, Oak
$2,871 / set
Art Decò Pair of French “Bridge” Chairs
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Elegant and refined pair of French “Bridge” chairs, crafted from solid wood with a black lacquered finish. The overall structure is designed to be both sturdy and functional, with we...
Velvet, Wood
1940s Art Deco Armchair Bentwood Ebonised Pink Schumacher Tiger Velvet animal
Located in London, GB
A classic bentwood art deco armchair in ebonised wood frame reminiscent of JIndrich Halabala armchairs combined in a super exciting fabric from Schumacher! The frame has been master...
Fabric, Wood
L.O.V. Oosterbeek rationalist armchair or desk chair, Dutch Art Deco, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A beautifully constructed modernist armchair by L.O.V. Oosterbeek (Labor Omnia Vincit), dating from the 1920s and documented in the original factory catalogue. This design represents...
Oak
$10,900 / set
A Pair of Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of modern Jacques Adnet style club armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium golden brown, soft, pure mohair fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Beech, Mohair
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
This elegant pair of Art Deco armchairs was designed by Jindřich Halabala and produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1940s. The design showcases Halabala’s signature bent beechwood ar...
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Czech Bentwood Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s, Set of 2
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Żory, PL
Pair of Czech armchairs designed by Jindřich Halabala and produced by UP Závody in the 1940s–1950s. With their curved bentwood arms and elegant proportions, they reflect the transiti...
Fabric, Beech
$5,722 / item
A Club Chair, Upholstered in Ivory Pure Alpaca
By Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb modern Jacques Adnet style club armchair. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. A pair is available - please see our other listings. Fast...
Alpaca, Beech
Very Rare Pair of Armchairs Art Deco with Pouf, 1940s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Very rare Pair of Art Deco Armchairs with Pouf, 1940s, Made in Italy. Elegant Pair of armchairs with ottoman in Art Deco style. Beautiful woodwork and especially the uniqueness of th...
Velvet, Wood
Art Deco Wooden Armchair with Rush Seat, France, 1920s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This French Art Deco armchair from the 1920s demonstrates the transition from traditional craftsmanship to the geometric clarity of early modern design. The solid wooden frame is def...
Rush, Wood
Jindřich Halabala Pair of 'H-269' Armchairs in Black Velvet Fabric, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Prague, New Town
Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, pair of model ‘H-269’ armchairs, wood, black velvet fabric upholstery, former Czechoslovakia, 1930s. Pair of armchairs, model ‘H-269’, designed by J...
Fabric, Wood
Rare Art Deco Armchairs by J. Halabala from Thonet, Model H269, 1930s, Set of 2
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Set of two Art Deco armchairs designed by famous Jindrich Halabala in 1930s in Czechoslovakia. One of his iconic models, H269. The armchairs have been professionally restored, reupho...
Beech, Bentwood
21st Century Art Deco Elie Saab Maison Velvet Bronze Brass Elite Armchair, Italy
Located in Mariano Comense, CO
21st century Art Deco Elie Saab Maison Velvet Bronze Brass Elite armchair, Italy Rich and powerful, Elite is a timeless classic able to distinguish itself through exclusive details and exquisite craftsmanship of its futuristic lines. Accentuated by its semicircular and sinuous shapes, the armchair, enhances its ergonomics with contemporary lines. Made in Italy. Composition: Plywood and solid wood structure. Upholstery in polyurethan with 8309 Rainbow Velvet...
Brass, Metal
Jindřich Halabala ‘H-269’ Armchair in Red Velvet and Stained Beech, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Prague, New Town
Armchair, model ‘H-269’, designed by Jindřich Halabala. Produced by Spojené UP závody Brno in former Czechoslovakia, 1930s. Armrests in stained beech, recently reupholstered in red v...
Velvet, Beech
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs with Ladder Back Italy 1920s
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Art Deco armchairs with solid wood frames with sculptural, wavy openwork backrests. Crafted in solid wood with a warm, aged patina, the chairs combine geometric structure wit...
Leather, Walnut
Exceptional Art Deco Arm Chair in Blue Velvet and Maple, Northern France, 1920s
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional armchair was produced by a master cabinetmaker in Northern France in the late 1920s. The chair was designed for a private residence in the Roubaix region. The diffe...
Fabric, Chenille, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Velvet, Maple
20th Century French Vintage Art Deco Single Walnut Armchair by Paul Follot
By Paul Follot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 20th Century, single vintage French Art Deco armchair made of hand crafted polished designed by Paul Follot, in good condition. The detailed Parisian center, side chair is c...
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Art Deco Armchair by Jindřich Halabala, Czechoslovakia 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
An authentic Art Deco armchair designed by Jindřich Halabala, one of the most influential figures of Czechoslovak modernist furniture design. Produced in the 1940s, this armchair sho...
Fabric, Beech
Pair of 1930s danish art deco armchairs reupholstred in premium brown sheepskin.
By Paul Follot, Fritz Hansen, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in København K, 84
A distinguished pair of Danish Art Deco armchairs from the 1930s, exemplary of the period’s sculptural woodworking and refined material sensibilities. Reupholstered by our profession...
Beech, Sheepskin
Jindřich Halabala Art Deco Armchairs Pair, Czech Bentwood Lounge Chairs, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
Sculptural Art Deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, featuring elegant curved bentwood armrests and original upholstery—an authentic and refined matched pair from 1940s Czechoslovakia...
Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Art Deco Armchair in Oak with Patinated Leather, France, 1920s Design
Located in Berlin, DE
A striking early Art Deco armchair distinguished by its sharply faceted geometry and stepped side profiles. Constructed in solid wood with original patinated leather panels, the chai...
Faux Leather, Oak
Halabala Style Czechoslovakian Art Deco Velvet Armchair
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly invite you to read the entire description, as it contains detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. This iconic Czechoslovakian...
Velvet, Wood
Rare Art Deco Armchairs by J. Halabala, Model H269, 1930s, Set of 2
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Set of two Art Deco armchairs designed by famous Jindrich Halabala in 1930s in Czechoslovakia. One of his iconic models, H269. The wooden elements have been professionally restored. ...
Beech, Bentwood
$14,000 / set
Pair of Norwegian Art Deco Armchairs, Norway 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In 1930s Scandinavia, Art Deco took on a quieter, more grounded character in comparison to its popular French or American counterparts. While the movement is often associated with gl...
Fabric, Wood
Set/2 Art Deco Symphony Swivel Armchairs in the Style of 1930's, by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 Art Deco Symphony Swivel Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Symphony armchair is designed to give your living room a sophistic...
Brass
Maison Dominique - André Domin Marcel Genevrière - Pair Of Armchairs Circa 1940
By Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Very rare set of armchairs by Maison Dominque - We've always been fascinated by Art Deco artists like Jean-Michel Frank and Paul Dupré Lafon. Their interior designs, their use of ma...
Mohair, Straw, Wood
1970s Italian Art Deco Armchairs, Hand-Crafted, Walnut Frame, Cream
Located in Brescia, Brescia
Pair of Italian Art Deco Armchairs, 1930s Design, 1970s Production, Fully Restored and Upholstered in Locally Crafted, High-Quality Ribbed Cream Fabric This exceptional pair of Ital...
Wood, Fabric, Cotton, Silk
$3,767Sale Price / set|30% Off
Art Deco Armchairs Early 20th Century Swedish Antique Golden Birch Bentwood Arms
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Art Deco armchairs from the Art Deco period with golden birch bentwood arms in a deep honey color French polish finish. They are structurally sound. The extra deep fully spr...
Birch
$3,718Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Club Armchair in Hand-Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Darmstadt, DE
A superb club armchair crafted in the style of 1930s French Art Deco design. Upholstered in hand-patinated cognac-brown sheep leather, the chair combines classic proportions with lux...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Pair of Restored Art Deco Adjustable Armchairs, by J. Halabala, Czech, 1920s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This luxurious Art Deco pair of adjustable armchairs is an iconic piece from the early 20th century, designed by the legendary Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody in Czechoslovakia. The...
Wood, Lacquer, Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Curved Arm Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable pair of modern curved arm club chairs / armchairs. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium olive / mos...
Mohair, Beech
Pair of Italian Art Deco Walnut Burl Stools with Original Velvet, Naples, 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Italian Art Deco Walnut Burl Stools with Original Velvet, Naples, 1930s – Museum Quality This exceptional pair of Italian Art Deco stools, dating from the 1930s, represents ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$5,970 / item
Curved Arm Club Chair, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable modern curved arm club chair / armchair. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium olive / moss green, s...
Mohair, Beech
$5,722 / item
An Angular Armchair, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Jules Leleu, Gerrit Rietveld, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb modern angular club armchair. High quality handmade beech frames and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium soft, pure mohair fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
A Fabulous Mid Century Design Handmade Walnut and Chrome Revolving Armchair
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous Art Deco design finely carved and richly patinated walnut, leather and chrome revolving armchair of exceptional quality. This gorgeous piece is stunningly upholstered in ...
Chrome
Art Deco Italian Walnut and Velvet Armchair and Ottoman, 1920s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Armchair and ottoman. From the early Art Deco period of Northern Italy, in walnut and ivory velvet upholstery, the chair's back is gracefully curved and extends to accentuate the cur...
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Safavieh Couture French Louis XV Style Porter's Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of French Louis XV style light oak frame hooded porter style arm chairs with beige linen upholstery (SAFAVIEH COUTURE) (PRICED AS PAIR)
Linen
$10,854 / set
Pair of Curvy Arm Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A curvaceous pair of modern curved arm club chairs / armchairs. Beech frames and feather cushions. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, golden brown pure mohair fabric with Samuel...
Mohair, Beech
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala Bouclé Fabric
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s. Excellent restored with seat springs upholstered with noblis creme boucé fabric. Another fabric and wood finish on...
Beech, Bentwood
$5,648Sale Price|20% Off
French Art Deco armchair, possible Maison Dominique
By Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique
Located in Lugo, IT
A French Art Deco armchair possible Andre Domin & Marcel Genevrieve for Maison Dominique 1920/30. Flawless wooden frame and original fabric of the period. The arms have an outward an...
Fabric, Wood
A Stunning Handmade Leather Walnut and Chrome Revolving Armchair
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning Art Deco design finely carved and richly patinated walnut, leather and chrome revolving armchair of exceptional quality. This fabulous piece is beautifully upholstered in...
Chrome
$6,590 / item
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s. Excellent restored with seat springs upholstered with green velvet. Another fabric and wood finish on request poss...
Beech, Bentwood
$1,500 / item
A Set of 4 Fine French Art Deco Sycamore Armchairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
Four fine French Art Deco sycamore bridge/office armchairs. Price is per chair
Sycamore
Pair of Curved Arm Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable pair of modern curved arm club chairs / armchairs. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium golden brow...
Mohair, Beech
Upholstered Art Deco Armchair, Europe 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This upholstered armchair is rooted in the European Art Deco movement of the 1930s. It was a period defined by confidence, structure, and a belief in modern luxury. Art Deco design e...
Fabric, Wood
A Pair of Club Chairs, Upholstered in Ivory Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of modern Jacques Adnet style club armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Alpaca, Beech
Art Deco Abito Sofa, Oak, Dedar Cinnamon Mohair, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, Dedar, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Abito sofa, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Abito curved sofa was born from a custom design tailored to meet the client’s vision, sea...
Fabric, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Convertible Art Deco Bouclé Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
A rare convertible Art Deco armchair designed and produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1940s, combining sculptural wooden armrests with an adjustable backrest mechanism that allows ...
Bouclé, Wood
Pair of Vintage Swedish Art Deco Arm Chairs c. 1930s - Fully Restored
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Art Deco era arm chairs with steam bent birch arms. Sometimes also referred to as “Funkis” (Functionalist) or “Art Moderne,” as this streamlined style stripped unnecessary o...
Mohair, Birch
Jules Leleu armchair, circa 1930
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Jules Leleu armchair, circa 1930
Fabric, Wood