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Silver metal Art Deco Car Mascot "Spartan Head"
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Silver-plated Art Deco Car Mascot "Spartan Head"
Silver-plated Art Deco car mascot, representing a
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20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Car Wheel
Located in Toronto, ON
Limited Edition Archival Photograph of 50 Hand Signed by John Migicovsky
Additional Information:
More Editions - 16" x 20"
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2010s Contemporary Color Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Original Rare Antique Advertising Poster Georges Irat Automobiles Art Deco Car
Located in London, GB
-1953) featuring a stylised Art Deco design depicting a Classic car facing the viewer with the bold text
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 63 in W 45.67 in D 0.04 in
Charles Loupot, Original Art Deco Car Poster, Stop-Fire, Automobile, 1925
By Charles Loupot
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Art Deco Poster-Charles Loupot-Stop-Fire-Automobile-Car, 1925
Here, in the first of the
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20th Century French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 78.75 in W 51.19 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage Intourist Poster Soviet Armenia Mountains Art Deco Car Railway
By Sergey Igumnov
Located in London, GB
featuring a stunning Art Deco style image of elegantly dressed people driving a classic car under a railway
Category
Vintage 1930s Russian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 35.44 in W 24.81 in D 0.04 in
Art Deco Car Mascot, Chained French Bulldog, Hood Ornament, France 1920s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco 'Chained Bulldog' Car Mascot / Hood Ornament designed by Marvel, French, 1920´s, silver
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 5.91 in W 2.96 in D 3.55 in
1930's Art Deco Streamline Arrow Plane Car Design Study Model
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Cincinnati, OH
streamline Art Deco automotive history.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Models and Miniatures
Materials
Plaster
David Hostetler Female Figurative Sculpture BMW Car Paint Art Deco Commission
By David Hostetler
Located in Nantucket, MA
with my paint expert. Cape Lady is a polished bronze casting painted with Glasurit, a hand sprayed car
Category
2010s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Original poster by Alexis Kow for the Salmson cars - Art Deco
Located in PARIS, FR
on this splendid poster for the Salmson brand.
Automobile - Art Deco - Advertising
The precision of
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1930s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
H 33.86 in W 24.41 in
Circa 1930 Original Poster by Rogerio for the car brand Nash - Art Déco
Located in PARIS, FR
.
Automobile - Art Deco - Industry
Tour de France Automobile 1930
Establishments Barbecot
Les posters
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1930s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper
Art Deco City Scene with Motor Car print by Gerald Mac Spink
By Gerald Mac Spink
Located in London, GB
Spink (flourished 1920 - 1940)
Art Deco City Scene with Motor Car
Block print
41 x 29 cm
Signed 'G Mac
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Landscape Prints
Materials
Woodcut
Art Deco Buick Car 1937 Design Mid-20th Century American Modern Illustration
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Buick Car 1937 Design Mid-20th Century American Modern Illustration
Arthur Rosenman Ross
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
Art Deco Girl with Car Mid-20th Century American Modernism Pin-Up Illustration
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Girl with Car Mid-20th Century American Modernism Pin-Up Illustration
Arthur Rosenman
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil, Board
Vintage Art Deco Formula Two Grand Prix Car Racing Modernist MCM Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very rare and well painted Formula Two racing painting. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Nicely framed.
Category
1950s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 33 in W 23 in D 2 in
Art Deco Chrome Streamlined Car Trinket Box 1930s
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Dereham, GB
Art Deco Chrome Streamlined Car Trinket Box 1930s
Brass casting
Good Art deco Streamlined shaped
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Chrome
Original Art Deco Rene Lalique Victoire Car Mascot
By René Lalique
Located in Northampton, GB
Original Rene Lalique Car Mascot
From our Lalique collection, we are thrilled to offer this
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Technical Illustration of Car Mechanics
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
vintage cars. The artwork provides a clear depiction of the illustration includes both elevation and plan
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
Art Deco Streamlined car table lamp circa 1930s
By Maurice Adams
Located in Dereham, GB
Art Deco Streamlined car table lamp circa 1930s
Streamline car in the form of a Mid 1930s Delage
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Oak, Sycamore
Vintage Car Differential Pencil Illustration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
drawing by K. B. White features a detailed depiction of a vintage car differential, a crucial component in
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
German Art Deco Rally Car Desk Compendium by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Newark, England
and the letter H. The Art Deco Rally Car Desk Compendium WMF dates to the prolific Art Deco period
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Silver Plate
Original Art Deco Rene Lalique Faucon (Falcon) Car Mascot
By René Lalique
Located in Northampton, GB
Original Rene Lalique Car Mascot #1124 Bouchon de Radiateur Faucon
From our Rene Lalique
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
French Art Deco Indian Car Mascot by Ruffoni, 1930
By Ruffony
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
French Art Deco Indian Car Mascot by Ruffoni, 1930
Car radiator cap mascot depicting an Indian
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Streamlined Classic Car Concept Pencil Illustration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
captures the essence of Art Deco automotive design, characterized by its emphasis on aerodynamics and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
H 8 in W 13 in D 1 in
Sadler Style Pair Art Deco Pottery Racing Car Cruets
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful novelty pair of Art Deco style ceramic cruets modelled as racing cars made by in
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Ceramic
Rene Lalique Original Art Deco Opalescent Vitesse Car Mascot
By René Lalique
Located in Northampton, GB
Original Car Mascot #1160
From our Rene Lalique collection, we are delighted to offer this
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Glass Car Mascot "Sirene Car Mascot" by René Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in London, GB
A beautiful early 20th Century golden ochre Art Deco glass car mascot figurine modelled as a seated
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mounted Objects
Materials
Glass
H 3.94 in W 1.97 in D 2.37 in
Conceptual Futuristic Car Design Pencil Drawing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
drawing would appeal to collectors of vintage car art, conceptual designs, or fans of historical visions
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
Technical Pencil Diagrams of Car Mechanisms
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
pencil drawing showcases technical diagrams focusing on car mechanisms. The piece includes multiple
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
MG Sports Car and Logo Pencil Illustration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
focused on vintage car art or enthusiasts of the MG marque. The piece remains in good condition, with
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
Original Art Deco Rene Lalique Sanglier (Wild Boar) Car Mascot
By René Lalique
Located in Northampton, GB
Original Rene Lalique Car Mascot
From our Rene Lalique collection, we are delighted to offer this
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
MG Car Company Advertisement Concept Pencil Illustration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
drawing by K. B. White features a conceptual advertisement for the MG Car Company, highlighting the MG
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
La Voiture Th. Schneider, Car - 1912
Located in London, GB
of the Rochet/Schneider Company, began building his own cars in 1910. This car, a 2.8 litre 4
Category
1910s Art Deco Figurative Prints
Materials
Screen, Stencil
Art deco Pullman 20th Century Limited train car lights
By Henry Dreyfuss
Located in Surrey, BC
we have a quantity of 40 authentic deco flush mounts .
These lights were mounted in the ceiling
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Flush Mount
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Inspired Car in Wood Designer: Marcelo Peña, 2013
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible car: in solid wood.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and
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2010s Chilean Art Deco Mounted Objects
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Inspired Car in Wood Designer: Marcelo Peña, 2014
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible car: in solid wood.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and
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2010s Chilean Art Deco Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Vintage Race Car Pencil Illustration on Brown Paper
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
attention to the car's structure, showcasing K. B. White's expertise in motoring art from the 1930s. The
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
H 7.75 in W 5 in D 1 in
Original Vintage Advertising Poster Dodge Classic Car Art Deco Design America
Located in London, GB
Deco classic car in front of a dramatic blue shaded background. Founded in 1900, Dodge is an American
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 37.8 in W 25.6 in D 0.04 in
Early 20th Century Bronze Study entitled "Rearing Horse" by Andre Becquerel
By André Vincent Becquerel
Located in London, GB
A striking early 20th Century silvered bronze Art Deco car mascot modelled as a stylised horse
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 8.67 in W 5.12 in D 4.34 in
Art Deco / Cubist Becquerel Horse Car Mascot / Hood Ornament, 1920s
By André Vincent Becquerel, Etling Paris
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
. Signed. With foundry marks. With original Art Deco patina. Mounted over a marble base.
We have
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Set of Four 1930's Motor Car Racing Original Drawings
Located in Cirencester, GB
Wonderful set of four original pencil drawings depicting vintage motor cars from the 1930's
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Other
1930s Art Deco Race Car Metal Model, Highly Detailed, Collectible Decorative
Located in Milano, IT
Decorative Model Car - Art Deco Race Car - Man Cave Collectible
A highly detailed, extremely
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2010s Dutch Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 9.06 in W 7.09 in D 18.9 in
EXCALIBUR Signed Lithograph, Night Club Scene, Luxury Classic Cars
By Robin Morris
Located in Union City, NJ
Art Deco styled night club scene portraying a group of elegantly dressed men and women posing beneath
Category
1980s Art Deco Portrait Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Original 1930's Vintage Motor Car Racing Original Drawing Signed Dated
Located in Cirencester, GB
Wonderful original pencil drawing depicting a vintage motor car racing scene from the 1930's
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Other
Original 1930's Vintage Motor Car Racing Original Drawing Signed Dated
Located in Cirencester, GB
Wonderful original pencil drawing depicting a vintage motor car racing scene from the 1930's
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Other
Original 1930's Vintage Motor Car Racing Original Drawing Signed Dated
Located in Cirencester, GB
Wonderful original pencil drawing depicting a vintage motor car racing scene from the 1930's
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Other
Original 1930's Vintage Motor Car Racing Original Drawing Signed Dated
Located in Cirencester, GB
Wonderful original pencil drawing depicting a vintage motor car racing scene from the 1930's
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Other
Art Deco Shy Naked Women Bronze, Paperweight, Car Mascot, Hood Ornament
By Luigi Betti
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Lovely Art Deco shy naked women made of bronze and mounted over a green marble base. It is signed L
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Bronze
Original Vintage Classic Car Advertising Poster Matford V8 Art Deco Stage Design
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Original vintage car advertising poster for Matford V8 Une Nouvelle Vedette sur la Scene du Monde
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 45.67 in W 29.93 in D 0.04 in
Pair Art Deco Period Classic Vintage Cadillac Car Advertising Prints, 1928, 1929
Located in New York, NY
classic car collector.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Prints
Materials
Paper
H 14.25 in W 11.25 in D 0.5 in
Art Deco 1930 RACING CAR Pendant Charm in Solid 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
shape of a racing car. The charm was created during the art deco period back in the 1930's with very
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Cubist Edouard-Marcel Sandoz Owl Hibou Bronze Car Mascot, Paperweight
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco, Cubist Edouard-Marcel Sandoz Owl - Hibou Bronze Car Mascot - Mascotte Automobile
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Bronze
H 5.91 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Alo, Vintage Travel Poster in Art Deco, Pont Audemer Normandy, Classic Car, 1922
By ALO (Charles Jean Hallo)
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Car Poster in Art Deco-Alo-Pont Audemer Normandie-Traveller Hotel, 1922
Advertising
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 44.49 in W 32.68 in D 0.4 in
Original Poster How Many Did Your Car Kill Today ? Satyrical poster
By Adolphe Jean-Marie (AM) Cassandre
Located in PARIS, FR
Original Poster
Politics - Military - Humorous
D'après Cassandre - How Many Did Your Car Kill
Category
Early 2000s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Offset, Paper
H 20.08 in W 14.97 in
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Cobra Snake Paperweight / Car Mascot by Rischmann
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco silvered bronze cobra Snake Car Mascot / Hood Ornament / Paperweight or Watch stand by
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 3.35 in
Fabulous Rare Pair of Art Deco REO Flying Clouds Classic Car Advertising Prints
Located in New York, NY
.
Rare find for classic car collectors, Art Deco design lovers and REO enthusiasts.
The REO Flying Cloud
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Prints
Materials
Paper
H 14.25 in W 11.25 in D 0.5 in
World War I Dogfight Scene with Vintage Race Car Pencil Illustration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
, reflecting the early era of military aviation.
On the left-hand side of the drawing, a vintage race car is
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
Art Deco Inspired Car, Designer: Marcelo Peña, 2014. Materials: wood and leather
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
multifaceted. Inspired by the great masters of the Bauhaus and Art Deco movement. The " dreams of this artist
Category
2010s Chilean Art Deco Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Steel
H 9.06 in W 17.33 in D 37.41 in
Betel Motor Brass Model Car, Art Deco Box, Collectible Paint Set, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely Art Deco model car fully made in brass. This charming model car box with many purposes was
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 3.94 in W 10.24 in D 4.73 in
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Art Deco Cars For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of art deco cars available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct art deco cars — often made from metal, glass and wood — can elevate any home. Find 909 antique and vintage art deco cars at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 24 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Art deco cars have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Art deco cars bearing Art Deco or mid-century modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. René Lalique, Geo Ham and Alfred Dunhill each produced beautiful art deco cars that are worth considering.
How Much are Art Deco Cars?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,289, while they’re typically $111 on the low end and $343,186 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 Art Deco Cars
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is 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 defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
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