Antique Siemens Art Deco Bakelite & Brass Fan, 1920s
By Siemens
Located in Hamburg, DE
the elegance of the Art Deco era. The beautifully curved frame is made from rich, dark Bakelite, a
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antiquities
Brass
Antique Siemens Art Deco Bakelite & Brass Fan, 1920s
By Siemens
Located in Hamburg, DE
the elegance of the Art Deco era. The beautifully curved frame is made from rich, dark Bakelite, a
Brass
Art Deco Perpetual Desk Calendar Chrome and Bakelite 1920's
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Stylish Art Deco Heavy Weight Perpetual Circa 1920's, With Art Deco Period Font. Accented with mint
Chrome
Elegant Tobacco Box in Bakelite. Period Art Deco, 1920s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant Tobacco Box in Bakelite in very period Art Deco, from the 1920s. Wear consistent with age
Bakelite
$550
H 3.94 in W 7.87 in D 3.74 in
Exceptionally special smoking set, ashtray, elephant, bakelite, art deco, 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Very beautiful, pure Art Deco smoking set, astray with cigarette box, designed with an elephant
Bakelite
$237Sale Price|50% Off
H 15.75 in Dm 9.85 in
1920s Antique Swedish Art Deco Table Lamp, Brass & Bakelite
Located in Søborg, DK
An antique Swedish art deco table lamp of a diminutive size standing 40cm tall and with an
Brass, Chrome
Art Deco Bauhaus Bakelite Fruit Bowl Germany, German, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An Art Deco Bauhaus Bakelite fruit bowl. Hard to find in this condition, a nice addition to every
Bakelite
Rare 1920s Art Deco Bakelite Table Lamp with Enameled Metal Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Bakelite Art Deco table lamp with decorative marble design bakelite dome shade. Adjustable
Metal
$1,423
H 6.3 in W 5.91 in D 6.7 in
Streamlined Styled, Art Deco Table Lamp, 1920s, Bakelite Base, Czech Republic
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautiful, streamlined styled Art Deco table lamp with an oval base made from Bakelite. This
Bakelite
$901
H 10.24 in W 4.73 in D 4.34 in
Elegant English Drink Thermos in Art Deco from 1920s in bakelite and chrome
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant English Drink Thermos in Art Deco from 1920s in bakelite and chrome. Made in London during
Chrome
$2,200
H 5.12 in W 5.91 in D 2.76 in
French Art Deco Cocktail Picks Set of 12, Chrome & Bakelite, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Set of 12 French Art Deco Chinese Cocktail Picks, France, 1920s. This exquisite set features 12
Chrome
Art Deco nickel - plated with bakelite picture frame around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco nickel - plated with bakelite picture frame around 1920s brass nickel - plated Glass
Brass, Nickel
$1,127
H 5.52 in W 4.34 in D 7.49 in
Streamlined Modern Art Deco Brown Vintage Bakelite Wall Lamp Table Lamp, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
Streamlined Moderne Art Deco brown vintage Bakelite wall lamp or table lamp designed and
Bakelite
$2,500
H 24 in W 17 in D 7.5 in
Black Bakelite & Nickel "Skyscraper" Library Bookend Table Lamp, 1920's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Art Deco Manufacturers Finishing Company, Lib-O-Lite library bookend desk, table lamp. Featuring
Brass, Aluminum, Nickel
1920s Bakelite Cosmetic Compact bracelet by Marlowe
By Marlowe
Located in Dallas, TX
This art deco oxblood Bakelite bangle bracelet hides 7 different cosmetic compartments underneath a
Metal
$2,535
H 24.81 in W 14.77 in D 6.54 in
1920’s Bakelite Italian Railway Station Wall Clock from the Italian Riviera
Located in London, GB
with Plastic and Bakelite fascia, with a metal clock face and weighted pendulum.
Glass
$754
H 17.33 in Dm 5.12 in
Art Deco Globular Milk Glass Chrome Table Lamp With Barley Twist Stem 1920's
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Art Deco Globular Milk Glass Chrome Table Lamp with twisted stem and bakelite switch Takes a
Chrome
Elegant Swedish Grace Silvered Table Lamp with Bakelite Details, 1920s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant Swedish Grace Silvered Table Lamp with Bakelite Details, 1920s Elegant Swedish Grace table
Silver Plate
Danish Art Deco bronze table lamp, Denmark 1920s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Art Deco table lamp designed and produced in Denmark during the 1920s. Made from green patinated
Bronze
Art Deco Bauhaus Era Vintage Coffee Machine 1920s Hungary
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Bauhaus era coffee machine designed 1920s, Hungary. The coffee machine was made of chromed
Metal
French Art Deco Jean Besnard Style Wooden Craquelé Table Lamp, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
by anonymous designer/maker in France during the 1920s. No markings or signature to the base. It
Bakelite, Oak
French Art Deco “Clichy” marble Yellow Colored glass pendant lamp 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s French Art Deco “Clichy Marble” yellow coloured glass pendant lamp Bakelite glass holder
Glass, Bakelite
$3,501 / set
H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 13.39 in
Pair of Art Dèco Italian Walnut and Grafite Gray Marble Bedside Tables, 1920s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of bedside tables was produced in Italy in the 1920s, Art Deco period. They were made of
Marble
1920s Gaming Bingo Cage
Located in New Windsor, NY
Fully functioning Art Deco period Bingo ball cage. Cylindrical butterscotch Bakelite handle
Metal
$2,517Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.29 in Dm 13.78 in
Rare 1920s Tabletop Drinks, Cocktail Cabinet with Revolving Inner Storage
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Rare & Quirky 1920s Cylindrical Drinks Cabinet Ideal for Cocktail Making Item has a door
Aluminum
$155Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 1 in W 6 in D 2 in
Antique 1920s Durham Duplex Straight Razor French Ivory Celluloid
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Antique 1920s Durham Duplex straight razor and shoe horn French ivory celluloid. Shaver
Bakelite
Unavailable
H 2.37 in W 4.73 in D 3.94 in
Set of 4 Art Deco Teacups with Chrome, Brass and Bakelite, 1920s
Located in Berlin, DE
4 tea cups of the 1920s, chrome with Bakelite, with intact glass inserts Number: 4 Measures
Chrome
Bakelite Box Chocolat Martougin, 1920s, Belgium
Located in Retie, BE
Bakelite box for Martougin Chocolat Belgium. A stylish Art Deco bonbon box made of bakelite
Bakelite
Chromed Art Deco Wall Mirror from Italy, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Italian Art Deco wall mirror from the 1920s. The original mercury glass of the mirror is
Chrome
Copper Bakerlite Art Deco 1920s Triple Pendant
Located in Alton, GB
Copper Bakelite triple pendant light typical of the art deco period of the 1920s.
Bakelite
1920s Art Deco Bakelite Carving Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Listed are a gorgeous set of 1920s, Art Deco bakelite carving knife and fork.
Bakelite
Rare Art Deco 1920’s Bakelite Dog Cane or Umbrella Handle
Located in New York, NY
Rare Art Deco 1920’s Bakelite Dog Cane or Umbrella Handle A vintage dogs head keychain of ivory
Art Deco Bakelite Modernist Smokers Stand Floor Ashtray, 1920s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Art Deco Ashtray - 1920s-1939 The designer of this extraordinary and attractive object has
Metal, Chrome, Iron
Elephant Smoking Companion Set in Bakelite, Art Deco 1920s
Located in Knivsta, SE
A charming Art Deco Smoking Companion Set in the shape of an Elephant with additional storage
Chrome
Art Deco Bakelite Folding Cake Stand 1920s England
Located in Den Haag, NL
Quite rare to find these Bakelite cake stands and especially in this condition. Light anodised
Bakelite
Sold
H 37.8 in W 51.19 in D 22.84 in
1920s Art Deco Commode, Walnut, Handles in Bakelite & Brass, by Meroni & Fossati
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century Art Deco commode, chest of drawers, all massive wood, walnut veneered
Brass
1920s Art Deco Desk Lamp by Magilux, brass, copper and bakelite - Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Art Deco desk lamp, brass, copper and bakelite, swivel lampshade, originally with variable light
Brass, Copper
French Art Deco Young Lady Sculpture, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco young lady sculpture, France, 1920s. Spelter, Bakelite and marble. Good condition
Marble, Spelter
Secessionist Frosted Glass & Bakelite Flush Mount, Austria 1920s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This pretty flush mount was designed and manufactured in Austria in the 1920s. It features a
Glass, Bakelite
Black Bakelite and paste drop earrings, France, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
the 1920s, they contain that Art Deco style and elegance that is so timeless.
Base Metal
Sold
H 18.12 in W 39.38 in L 18.12 in
1920s Art Deco Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers with Brass Handles
Located in London, England
An elegant Scandinavian Art Deco chest of drawers with honeycomb Birch veneers, circa 1920s. The
Brass
Louis Kalff, "Pancake" Bakelite Speaker for Philips, 1920s
By Louis Kalff, Philips
Located in Uppsala, SE
late 1920s. The model are often referred to as "The Pancake" by collectors because of it´s round from
Iron
Sold
W 0.5 in D 0.5 in Dm 0.5 in L 2.75 in
Long black Bakelite clear paste silver drop earrings, France 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
Very elegant and very nineteen twenties long black Bakelite drop earrings, beautifully sculpted
Sterling Silver
A sophisticated silver-plated Swedish Grace Table Lamp from the 1920s
Located in Knivsta, SE
A sophisticated silver-plated Swedish Grace Table Lamp. Made in Sweden during the 1920s. Decorated
Silver Plate
1920's Deco Bakelite Lamp
Located in London, GB
A very unusual adjustable brass and bakelite table lamp from the 1920's. Fantastic heavy and solid
Brass, Bronze
1920s Art Deco Pendant, Enameled Glass and Bakelite
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare German Art deco pendant from the 1920s. The geometrical satin glass diffuser is enameled with
Brass
Sold
H 3.94 in W 4.53 in D 1.78 in
Art Deco Butterfly Napkin Holder Nickel Silver and Bakelite, 1920s-1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Charming Art Deco Butterfly Napkin Holder Nickel Silver and Bakelite, 1920s-1930s This charming
Brass
Rare Art Deco Period Bakelite Desk Thermometer, English circa 1920s
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a rare Art Deco period Desk Thermometer in Bakelite, made by British Rototherm, London and
Glass, Bakelite
Art Deco Vintage Red Bakelite Desk Lamp Table Lamp 1920s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage table lamp or desk lamp from bakelite in red color 1920s Germany. Wonderful dark
Bakelite
Sold
H 0.75 in W 10.5 in D 13.5 in
1920s Art Deco Silver Plate Benedict Geometric Tray with Bakelite Handles
By Benedict Silver Co. 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Geometric Art Deco Silver Plate Tray, circa 1920. the tray has a great look that works
Silver Plate
Sold
H 8.27 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in
Art Deco Bakelite & Opaline Streamline Table Lamps, Bauhaus Era Germany 1920s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
, emphasizing the streamlined design typical of the Art Deco and Bauhaus movements. The rectangular bases have
Metal
Sold
H 27.56 in Dm 7.88 in
Art Deco Marbled Opaline Glass, Brass & Bakelite Pendant, Germany 1920s 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
has a brown bakelite finial. The overall design is a fine example of the Art Deco style
Brass
Sold
H 4.34 in W 1.19 in D 5.91 in
5x art deco nickel- plated wall hooks with red bakelite ball vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
5x art deco nickel- plated wall hooks with red bakelite ball vienna around 1920s Original condition
Brass, Nickel
art deco apple green bakelite & rhinestone minaudiere 1920s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A delightful and totally original 1920s Art Deco apple green bakelite minaudiere. Featuring a case
Sold
H 7.29 in W 5.12 in D 7.49 in
Art Deco Streamline Design Bakelite and Opaline Table Lamp, 1920s to 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual vintage table or bedside lamp was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1920s
Brass
Sold
H 7.49 in W 5.12 in D 8.67 in
Art Deco Streamline Design Bakelite and Opaline Table Lamp, 1920s to 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual vintage table or bedside lamp was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1920s
Brass
French Art Deco Young Lady Sculpture, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco young lady sculpture, France, 1920s. Spelter, Bakelite and marble. Good condition
Marble, Spelter
Bakelite Cigarette Case, Antique/Vintage from Late 1920s-1930s
Located in New York, NY
A Cigarette Antique/Vintage from late 1920s - 1930s rich Amber cast resin, jewel quality Bakelite
Gold Plate
German Art Deco Table Lamp Circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
German Art Deco table lamp circa 1920s - Brass with cream bakelite shade - On/Off switch on the
Bakelite
Black Man Cigar Cutter in Bakelite, Gibus 1920s, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare cigar cutter made from a solid block of brown bakelite. It is called Gibus and it depicts a
Bakelite
Art Deco Desk Lamp By Erpe Circa 1920s
By Erpé
Located in Gloucester, GB
Art Deco Desk Lamp By Erpe Circa 1920s - Black bakelite shade - On/Off switch on the base - Takes
Steel
Sold
H 28.75 in W 16.54 in D 11.82 in
1920s Art Deco Bedside Tables Nightstands in Walnut Restored and Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s Art Deco bedside tables nightstands in walnut restored and polished to wax original handles
Bakelite, Walnut
Very period Coffee Pot in Art Deco from the 1920s - 1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Very period Coffee Pot in extreme Art Deco, from the 1920s - 1930s. Made in silver-plated white
Metal
Sold
H 4.34 in W 3.94 in D 2.37 in
Pair of Silverplate Art Deco Candlesticks by Carl M. Cohr, ATLA, Denmark, 1920s.
By Valdemar Engelhardt, Carl M. Cohr, Just Andersen, Hans Bunde, Josef Frank
Located in Malmö, SE
Pair of Art Deco / Swedish Grace silverplate and bakelite candlesticks with amazing patina. Made
Silver Plate
1920s Art Deco Bakelite Carving Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Listed are a gorgeous set of 1920s, Art Deco bakelite carving knife and fork.
Bakelite
Art Deco Green Bakelite Desk Lamp Bauhaus Style, 1920s, Germany
Located in Retie, BE
Art Deco green Bakelite desk lamp. This Bauhaus style desk lamp dates from the late 1920s and was
Brass, Nickel
Sold
H 7.8 in Dm 29.5 in
Exceptional 1920s German Art Deco Pendant Lamp Stitched Parchment Shade Bakelite
Located in Auerbach, Saxony
three glass bowls. Made in Germany in the 1920s-1930s, in good vintage condition, with charming patina
Metal
Rare 1920s Bakelite Ribbon hinged clamper bangle bracelet
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Rare Art Deco Clamper Bangle, "Ribbon" Carved, Laminated Bakelite, in Yellow veined, emerald green
Art Deco Smoking Stand
Located in Mississauga, ON
1920s Art Deco "Rollodor" bakelite and chrome smoking Stand. Made in 1929 by Belmet Co.
Sold
H 0.91 in Dm 3.31 in
French bakelite bangle, Art Deco, 1920s, silver/black iridescent transparent
Located in Berlin, DE
French bakelite bangle, Art Deco, 1920s Bakelite bangle, Art Deco, around 1920 Color: silver/black
French bakelite bracelet, Art Deco, 1920s, purple
Located in Berlin, DE
French bakelite bangle, Art Deco, around 1920s Color: purple Inner diameter: 6,4 cm Width: 7,3 cm
Martougin Chocolat Box, Bakelite, 1920s, Belgium
Located in Retie, BE
Martougin Chocolat Box of Bakelite, 1920s, Belgium. A stylish Art Deco bonbon box made of bakelite
Bakelite
$14,500 / set
H 30 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Pair of 1940's Style Classic Club or Lounge Chairs in Amber Color Shearling
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful exuberant pair of new Danish modern lounge chairs of our own design. The design is inspired by the classic designs from the 1940s but with our own design variations and up-...
Sheepskin, Beech
Henry Howell YZ Nut Bird Match Holder, Striker & Ashtray
By Henry Howell Co. Ltd
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Rare and iconic Art Deco YZ bird novelty match holder, striker and ashtray designed by Henry Howell & Co for Alfred Dunhill and dating from around 1920. Henry Howell made a vas...
Bakelite, Macassar
A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved oak box, showcasing a unique blend of craftsmanship and geometric flair characteristic of the Art Deco period. Solid oak wood, noted for i...
Oak
$3,796
H 30.32 in W 24.81 in D 1.58 in
LOUIS ICART Art Deco Etching " Modern Eve ", Art Deco, signed and dated 1933
By Louis Icart
Located in leucate, FR
Louis Icart (French, 1888-1950) Modern Eve (H., C. & I. 424), 1933. Etching, drypoint and aquatint with handcoloring on wove paper, signed in pencil, with the blindstamp of the arti...
Glass, Wood, Paper
Antique Art Nouveau 8-Lobed Glass Perfume Bottle with Silver Overlay c.1895
Located in Louisville, KY
This stunningly designed Art Nouveau piece is nothing short of spectacular and is comprised of sterling silver overlay that wraps a hand blown 8-lobed glass bottle, used for perfumes...
Sterling Silver
$17,439 / set
H 32.68 in W 23.23 in D 17.92 in
Art Deco Walnut Vintage Pair of Nightstands or Chests or Commodes 1930s Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair of nightstands or small chests or commodes from walnut Vienna 1930s. While the wonderful nightstands show a lively play of walnut veneer and solid walnut in a w...
Bakelite, Walnut, Plywood
Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...
Gold, Gold Leaf
$700
H 3.38 in W 9.25 in D 3.94 in
Art Deco Smoking Accessory, Black and Chocolate Sundae Bakelite, circa 1930
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco Bakelite smoking ensemble is the perfect piece for collectors. The rare piece was meticulously crafted in France circa 1930. The all-in-one tobacco accessory f...
Bakelite
$2,789Sale Price|30% Off
H 5.12 in W 5.12 in D 8.46 in
Ronson 1936 Pik a Cig Magic Monkey Striker Touch Lighter & Cigarette Dispenser
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic monkey mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. An extremely rare and very decorative mechanical desk box, created in the city of Newark, New Jersey United States...
Bronze, Enamel, Steel
Vintage Amber Bakelite Art Deco Ashtray, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Amber Bakelite Art Deco Ashtray, realized in 1930s. Excellent condition.
Bakelite
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 36.25 in W 52 in D 19 in
French Art Deco Style Steel Ebonized Lacquered Walnut Marble Console Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This French Art Deco style steel, ebonized lacquered walnut, and marble console table embodies the bold elegance and refined craftsmanship that defined the glamour of the 1920s and 1...
Marble, Steel
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
$535
H 3.82 in W 7.29 in D 3.23 in
Henry Howell Art Deco YZ Nut Bird Ashtray, Bakelite & Macassar, 1920
By Henry Howell Co. Ltd
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Rare and iconic Art Deco YZ bird novelty ashtray the design attributed to Henry Howell & Co for Alfred Dunhill and dating from around 1920. Henry Howell made a vast range of th...
Bakelite, Macassar
Rene Lalique Glass 'Cigalia' Perfume Bottle
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique clear and frosted glass 'Cigalia' perfume bottle. Details are highlighted with grey/black staining. The pattern features a cicadas on each of the four corners. Book refe...
Glass
Art Deco Bakelite Telechron Clock
By Paul Frankl
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Period Art Deco Bakelite Telechron Clock in the manner of Paul Frankl As Found Condition. Missing the glass lens. the metal piece in front is loose. Most importantly, Waln...
Bakelite
Art Deco Dunhill Eggshell and Enamel Cigarette Case
By Dunhill
Located in Red Lion, PA
Rare Art Deco Dunhill Silver-Plated & Lacquered Cigarette Case with Coquille d’Œuf Inlay – Circa 1930 This stunning Art Deco Dunhill cigarette case is a masterpiece of elegant desig...
Silver, Enamel
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.
Arguably the world’s most ubiquitous man-made material, plastic has impacted nearly every industry. In contemporary spaces, new and vintage plastic furniture is quite popular and its use pairs well with a range of design styles.
From the Italian lighting artisans at Fontana Arte to venturesome Scandinavian modernists such as Verner Panton, who created groundbreaking interiors as much as he did seating — see his revolutionary Panton chair — to contemporary multidisciplinary artists like Faye Toogood, furniture designers have been pushing the boundaries of plastic forever.
When The Graduate's Mr. McGuire proclaimed, “There’s a great future in plastics,” it was more than a laugh line. The iconic quote is an allusion both to society’s reliance on and its love affair with plastic. Before the material became an integral part of our lives — used in everything from clothing to storage to beauty and beyond — people relied on earthly elements for manufacturing, a process as time-consuming as it was costly.
Soon after American inventor John Wesley Hyatt created celluloid, which could mimic luxury products like tortoiseshell and ivory, production hit fever pitch, and the floodgates opened for others to explore plastic’s full potential. The material altered the history of design — mid-century modern legends Charles and Ray Eames, Joe Colombo and Eero Saarinen regularly experimented with plastics in the development of tables and chairs, and today plastic furnishings and decorative objects are seen as often indoors as they are outside.
Find vintage plastic lounge chairs, outdoor furniture, lighting and more on 1stDibs.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
The exquisite French jewel feels as modern today as when it was created, nearly a century ago.
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
The cabochon gem centerpiece and diamond-set elliptical rings makes it a marvel of Gatsby-era glamour.
Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Men, women and the watchmakers themselves are falling for the old-fashioned charm of retro timepieces.
Bespoke lighting is a hallmark of upscale interiors, and contemporary makers are increasingly ambitious in their materials and forms.