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Life Magazine Art Deco Showgirls Cartoon
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Barbara Shermund.
For about two decades, until the 1940s, Shermund helped Ross and his first art editor
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1930s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Ink, Gouache
The New Deco
By James Mannix
Located in East Hampton, NY
excitement I expected in then my ambition for advertising art. Bored with the future of drawing ads for
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2010s Art Deco Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Art Building
By James Mannix
Located in East Hampton, NY
excitement I expected in then my ambition for advertising art. Bored with the future of drawing ads for
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2010s Art Deco Photography
Materials
C Print, Photographic Paper
Vintage Deco Fashion Advertisement, Ink on Paper, 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
collectors, such ads give a unique glimpse of the past.
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1920s Art Deco Figurative Prints
Materials
Ink, Paper
Art Deco Ford Trimotor Desk Airplane Wooden Model, ca. 1925
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Ford Tri-motor desk airplane wooden model - ca. 1925.
Fantastic desk / counter airplane
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Aviation Objects
Materials
Aluminum
French Poster Project Aviation Illustration Gouache Drawing by C. Villars
Located in Atlanta, GA
contributed to French magazines for illustrations and ads. He is known for his uniquely elegant style with Art
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1940s Post-War Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
H 13.98 in W 13.98 in D 1.58 in
French Aviation Illustration Poster Project Gouache Drawing by C. Villars
Located in Atlanta, GA
for illustrations and ads. He is known for his uniquely elegant style with Art Deco and Modern
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1940s Post-War Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
H 13.98 in W 13.98 in D 1.58 in
French Gouache Drawing Aviation Illustration Poster Project by C. Villars
Located in Atlanta, GA
French magazines for illustrations and ads. He is known for his uniquely elegant style with Art Deco and
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1940s Post-War Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
H 13.98 in W 13.98 in D 1.58 in
French Illustration Aviation Poster Project Gouache Drawing by C. Villars
Located in Atlanta, GA
contributed to French magazines for illustrations and ads. He is known for his uniquely elegant style with Art
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1940s Post-War Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
H 13.98 in W 13.98 in D 1.58 in
Vintage Chinese Fashion Advertisement, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
collectors, such ads give a unique glimpse of the past.
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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Stow Davis Kidney Shaped Executive Desk
By Stow Davis
Located in Hanover, MA
Handsome late 1940's American Art Deco kidney shaped desk designed by Giacomo "Jack" Buzzita for
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Desks
Materials
Bronze
Jacques Kreisler & Co 1920 Necklace In Platinum And 18Kt White Gold With Pearls
By Kreisler
Located in Miami, FL
, created during the art deco period in New York by Kreisler Company. They were crafted around the 1925
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Link Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
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Coffee Brown and Black Footed Resin Centerpiece by Monica Calderon
Located in West Hollywood, CA
table or dining table. The intricate pattern draws the eye and ads a lot of interest to a space. It's
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2010s Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
Large Size & Great Design Restored Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class Art Deco pendant with a hand carved alabaster dish shade with stunning black thunder
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal
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H 25 in Dm 19.7 in
Hermes H Diagonale Cashmere Blanket Petunia and Mandarine
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
1929 Hermes advertisement for male and female accessories.
The name H Diagonal comes from the Art Deco
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pillows and Throws
Stunning Art Deco Bronze Religious Plaque of Christ on Crucifix by Sylvain Norga
By Sylvain Norga
Located in Lisse, NL
could not be more Art Deco and striking. The angular lines in the hair, in the draped clothes and even
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Vintage 1910s Belgian Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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H 10.6 in W 14.2 in D 2.1 in
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Tokoyuni III Kunisada Japanese Woodblock Print Wrestling Sumo for Charity
By Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautifully composed and richly colored woodblock print by renowned Japanese artist Tokoyuni III (AKA Utagawa Kunisada 1786-1864 and here referred to as "Ichiyusai") titled "Japane...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints
Materials
Paper
H 12 in W 21.75 in D 0.15 in
Pierre Bonnard Lithograph Printed at Mourlot Paris 1958 Mosque Minaret, Swan
By Pierre Bonnard
Located in Surfside, FL
This is from a limited edition portfolio of original lithographs print Fernand Mourlot in Paris in 1958 from work done in collaboration with Bonnard which began in 1928.
A mosque ...
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20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Historical Lithographic Framed Poster of Drawings by Picasso, circa 1961
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Framed historical poster of the exhibition "Gaspar Room. Drawings by Picasso. April 1961".
Manufactured in Spain, circa 1961.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of ag...
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
H 36.42 in W 26.97 in D 1.58 in
Henri Matisse - Musee d'Art Moderne Ceret 1980 Original Vintage Poster
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Winchester, GB
Depicting Nud Bleu II from the cut-out series from the late 1940s, this gorgeous poster was created to promote an exhibition featuring the works of the painter Matisse as well as Bra...
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Vintage 1980s French Posters
Materials
Paper
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H 29.5 in W 20 in D 0.01 in
Joan Miró, Exhibition Poster, Louisiana Art Museum, Denmark, 1998/1999, Framed
By Joan Miró
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Poster from the Joan Miró exhibition, Louisiana Art Museum in Denmark from September 18, 1998 to January 10, 1999. The work "Flamme dans l'espace et femme nue" was created in 1932 an...
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
No Reserve
H 31.89 in W 24.02 in D 0.79 in
Antique Ormolu & Agate Mounted Casket by Asprey, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique gilt bronze and agate mounted casket by Asprey, Circa 1870 in date.
The casket features a rectangular outline with domed lid which opens to reveal two cl...
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Antique 1870s English Decorative Boxes
Materials
Agate, Ormolu
Portrait of a Handsome Man Oil Painting by Mid Century Artist
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This beautiful mid century painting of a handsome man was painted in the 1950s. The subject was the owner of a beautiful San Diego Estate. Artist was F Stanley Herring. Beautiful ant...
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Picasso Museum Marvel: Vintage 'Arlequin' Framed Original Poster - 1966
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dive into the captivating world of the Picasso Museum with this extraordinary vintage poster showcasing the legendary "Arlequin 1917" by Pablo Picasso. Transport yourself to the hear...
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 1.58 in
1969 Pablo Picasso - Galerie de la Colombe Original Vintage Poster
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Winchester, GB
Featuring a piece from his "Portraits Imaginaires" from 1969, this poster advertises works by Pablo Picasso at the Galerie de la Colombe in the same year. The gallery just outside of...
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Vintage 1960s French Posters
Materials
Paper
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H 27.5 in W 19 in D 0.1 in
Large 30" 1930s "Bathing Beauty" Store Display / Mannequin
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large 30" 1930s "Bathing Beauty" Store Display / Mannequin. Very unusual, minor damage to leg (see photo).
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Fabric, Rubber, Wood
Portrait of a Lady, Marie-Madeleine de Chamillart, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in London, GB
This work formed part of the collection of paintings and family heirlooms of Baron Hugues Alfred Frèdéric de Cabrol de Moute (1909-1997) and his wife, Baroness Marguerite (née d’Harc...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 66.74 in W 51.97 in D 3.15 in
Lithograph Poster by Georges Braque, Musée D'art Moderne- Céret, France, 1983
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Madrid, ES
Original Lithograph Poster by Georges Braque, printed by Atelier Mourlot, created for the 1983 Braque exhibition at Musée d’Art Moderne in Céret, France.
Georges Braque (1882-1963)...
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Vintage 1980s French Posters
Materials
Paper, Wood
H 36.23 in W 24.81 in D 1.19 in
"Pinned Down", Wrestling Scene from Late 1920s by William L'Engle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of a small series of paintings by William L'Engle dating to the late 1920s, this striking watercolor depicts a pair of wrestlers -- one Black and one lighter-skinned -- in the th...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
Original Photo of "El Santo" a Famous Mexican Wrestler
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970, We offer this Original Photo of "El Santo" a famous Mexican Wrestler.
Rodolfo Guzmán Huerta (23 September 1917 – 5 February 1984), known professionally as El Santo or ...
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Folk Art Photography
Materials
Paper
Set of 4 Vintage Mexican Wrestling Fighters Figures
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this fantastic set of 4 Mexican wrestling fighters, made in plastic and hand painted, circa 1970. Excellent vintage conditions.
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Folk Art Toys
Materials
Plastic, Paint
1998 Apple Think Different - Alfred Hitchcock Original Vintage Poster
Located in Winchester, GB
One of, it not the most effective and recognisable advertising campaigns of the past 50 years, "Think Different" helped launch Apple Computer from an also-ran to one of the most succ...
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1990s American Posters
Materials
Paper
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H 36 in W 24 in D 0.1 in
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Cubist Jazz Age Cocktail Tray or Tip Coaster Collection Ruppert's Beer
By Hans Flato
Located in Dallas, TX
Angeles in the 1930s.
Born in Germany, immigrated to US in 1910. Art Deco period ads and movie posters
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Barware
Hermes Vintage Ad Print - 1930's
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
used as storefront displays. This particular image is an Art Deco style woman with images of handbags
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1930s French Other
Hermes Vintage Ad Print - 1930's
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
example of art deco style artwork from the era.
These rare prints are made from high quality paper stock
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1930s French Other
Hermes Vintage Ad Print - 1930's
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare limited release Hermes vintage ad print from the 1930's / 1940's. Print ad is an art deco
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1930s French Other
Hermes Vintage Ad Print - 1930's
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
particular image is an Art Deco style image of a woman dressed in a robe and day wear. There is a backdrop of
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1930s French Other
The New Deco
By James Mannix
Located in East Hampton, NY
excitement I expected in then my ambition for advertising art. Bored with the future of drawing ads for
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2010s Art Deco Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Art Building
By James Mannix
Located in East Hampton, NY
excitement I expected in then my ambition for advertising art. Bored with the future of drawing ads for
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2010s Art Deco Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, C Print
Art Deco Melbourne Brindle Blue Drawing for a Skyscraper Ceiling Painting Design
Located in Essex, MA
An Art Deco style circular gouache drawing on paper by Melbourne Brindle, a design for a ceiling
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Wood, Glass, Paint, Paper
H 16.88 in W 16.88 in D 0.5 in
Commemorative #8 “Yellow Sweater” Pastel Blue & Yellow Modern Fashion Serigraph
By Patrick Nagel
Located in Houston, TX
iconic aesthetic with which he garnered widespread popularity in the 1980s. Nagel, who studied art at
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1980s Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Archival Pigment
H 43.88 in W 32 in D 1 in
Stark Davis "Golden Pheasants" 1927 Signed Print and Frame
By Stark Davis
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Art Deco painting print is by Stark Davis titled "Pheasants" PRINT. This colorful print
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paper
Traffic Advertisement, German Department Store, Lithograph Around 1920
Located in Hamburg, DE
train, as you can still see the small ads in the train today.
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Posters
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
H 11.03 in W 30.32 in D 0.6 in
Rare Phillip Morris Advertizing Items, Large Die-Cut and Composition Bell-Hop
Located in Buffalo, NY
the 'Call for Phillip Morris" ads, Phillip Morris ciggarettes were introduced in 1933 as the radio
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Composition
H 12.5 in W 6 in D 7 in
Blue Enamel Neccessaire Owned by Andy Warhol
Located in New Orleans, LA
, this case was sold as part of the Andy Warhol Collection, Art Nouveau and Art Deco auction at Sotheby's
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Vintage 1930s French Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Enamel
Rare Art Deco Mystery Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Devon, England
Aside the appearance and super rarity of this marvellous Art Deco clock on first viewing, one can't
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Brass
“Siamese Cat in Tree” Stark Davis (American, 1885-1950) circa 1920's
Located in SANTA FE, NM
Palette and Chisel Club. Davis exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago in 1924 and at the Chicago
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Diamanté and Emerald Crystal Art Deco Tennis Bracelet by Mazer Brothers, 1940s
By Mazer Brothers
Located in McKinney, TX
! A classic art deco tennis bracelet is covered in shiny rhodium plate, studded with Diamanté crystals
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Delco Batteries 1939 Advertising Sign Vintage Automotive Sign Metal
Located in East Hampton, NY
double-sided metal sign, very distressed, with a beautiful patina, and older bleed through ads
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Signs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Rare Design Book, 1925 Decorative Arts Expo, Paris
Located in Doylestown, PA
full-page ads (some in color) for companies like Jean Dunand, Jules Leleu and Edgar Brandt and includes
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Books
Materials
Paper
Good Size & Great Design Restored Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class Art Deco pendant with a timeless alabaster dish shade with stunning black thunder stroke
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze
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H 25 in Dm 18 in
Good Size & Great Design Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant with Mint Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class, Art Deco pendant with the ideal design alabaster dish shade with stunning black veins
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
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H 20.5 in Dm 16.3 in
Good Size & Great Design Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant with Mint Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class, Art Deco pendant with a perfect alabaster dish shade with stunning black veins.
Thanks
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
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H 20 in Dm 16 in
Large Size & Great Design Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant with Mint Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class, Art Deco chandelier with a unique alabaster dish shade with a mint canopy.
Thanks to
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze, Brass, Metal
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H 27.5 in Dm 19.9 in
Four circa 1880 Grand Rapids Bookcase & Chair Co Stamped Legal Library Bookcases
By Grand Rapids Furniture Co.
Located in GB
featured the soft lines of French Art Deco, with light and dark contrasting woods and “artistic color
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood
H 73.04 in W 34.26 in D 14.18 in
Stunning Walnut Rosewood Art Deco Console Table
By Fine Woodworker
Located in Lingfield, West Sussex
A stunning Art Deco style contemporary console table, in beautiful walnut veneer. Lovely heart
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20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Walnut
New Yorker Magazine -- Art Deco Bonanza! -- Dec 3, 1927
Located in San Francisco, CA
) dance floor?
In just its third year of publication, and at the height of the Art Deco frenzy, this
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia
Stunning American Art Deco Geometric Chrome Plated Metal and Black Enamel Art Deco Table Lamp in the Manner of Kurt Versen
By Kurt Versen
Located in Port Hope, ON
This beautiful American Art Deco chrome and black enamel table lamp at first glance looks to be an
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Rare Art Deco Black Lacquer and Chrome Dry Bar by Maurice Adams
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in London. Maurice was a very high
end Art Deco designer in London who not only designed, but
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20th Century Dry Bars
Materials
Chrome, Stainless Steel
Iconic Kurt Versen Machine Age Mixed-Metal Table Lamp
By Kurt Versen
Located in Dallas, TX
catalogs and ads, and virtually every Modern Design Museum.
One of the greatest American Industrial
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
A Top Quality Burr Walnut Art Deco Bed
By De Coene Frères
Located in Werkendam, NL
This stunning Art Deco bed belonged to a doctor (GP) and is made in the late 1920's of finely
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
Rare American Art Deco Aluminum Cracker Tray by Lurelle Guild for Kensington
By Kensington Ware, Lurelle Guild
Located in Port Hope, ON
This American Art Deco aluminum cracker server was marketed under the name the "Crackerac" and
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Aluminum
H 1.5 in W 6 in D 2.5 in
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- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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
- 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.
- 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.
- Is Toulouse-Lautrec Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The work of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec falls into the Art Nouveau style, which was prevalent approximately during the period of 1890-1910. Following the Art Nouveau period was the Art Deco era, which is usually defined as the era between 1920 and 1930. Toulouse-Lautrec died in 1901 putting his art in the era of Art Nouveau, but certain aspects of it definitely hint at the coming Art Deco style considering the definite overlap of the two movements. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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An Incomparable Trove of Art Deco Treasures Is on View in Miami Beach
Heading to Florida for the art and design fairs in early December? Make time on your schedule to visit a newly opened exhibition that examines the movement's migration from Europe to America, and its evolution from niche to universal appeal.
Experts Talk Engagement Ring Trends and Shopping Tips
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.