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.
"Champs Élysées" Chandelier by René Lalique, France, 1960s
By René Lalique
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A "Champs Élysées" frosted glass chandelier of Sycamore leaf design and a gilt solid bronze frame, France, 1960s. All glasses signed "Lalique France". In an excellent original cond...
Brass
Scandinavian Art Deco pendant lamp, fluorescent glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Swedish Art Deco pendant lamp produced by an unidentified manufacturer in the 1930s. The fixture is constructed with a chrome-plated metal stem, twined with a dark green thread tha...
Steel
Art Deco Octopus Chandelier in Bronze & Orb Glass attributed to Aage Rafn, 1920s
By Aage Rafn
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small unusual pendant chandelier elegantly fashioned from patinated bronze embossed with floral details and set with 12 glass orbs floating silently around its perimeter. The chandel...
Brass, Bronze
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Stained Glass Pendant Lamp, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A striking Amsterdam School pendant lamp in stained glass, The Netherlands, circa 1925. Executed in the expressive architectural language so characteristic of Dutch lighting from th...
Metal, Lead
1920s French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier with Brass Mount
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Elegant and timeless, this French Art Deco pendant chandelier dates to the 1920s and exemplifies the refined sophistication of early 20th-century French lighting design. Crafted from...
Alabaster, Bronze
French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Elevate your interior with this authentic French Art Deco alabaster pendant chandelier, crafted in France in the 1920s. A timeless and elegant statement piece, this antique ceiling l...
Alabaster, Bronze
Vintage Alabaster Pendant Lamp, Art Deco Style, French Design, 1930s
Located in Hannover, DE
This lovely pedestal lamp is made of precious alabaster, and it's a one-of-a-kind piece. This lamp is perfect for high rooms, but if you're worried about it being too long, don't be!...
Alabaster, Brass, Copper
French Clichy Green Glass Pendant Lamp, Brass Holder, Mid-20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” green coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.85 kg / 1.9 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...
Brass
Timeless Showstopper: Good-Condition Antique Alabaster Pendant Light / Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Good condition and timeless design alabaster chandelier. This alabaster chandelier is such a beauty. The size is just right, the condition is good, and the design? Totally timeless....
Alabaster, Brass, Wire, Bronze
Large 19.8Ø Art Deco White & Black Alabaster Stylized Flower Shape Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class, Art Deco chandelier with a stylized flower shade and perfect matching stylized canopy. Thanks to its large size and superb condition this three-light alabaster chandelier...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Swedish Modern Alabaster Ceiling Pendant with Rope & Brass Details, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A sculptural Swedish hanging pendant lamp from the 1940s, featuring a hand-carved alabaster shade with beautiful natural veining in soft ivory, grey, and warm translucent tones. When...
Alabaster, Brass
Peter Church style six-light chandelier, 1940s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Pietro Chiesa style six-light chandelier, Made in Italy, 1940s. Very rare six-light chandelier in the style of Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte of the 1940s. Made of six round brass tu...
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Ceiling Pendant with Pink Glass, Germany Early Twentieth Century
Located in Helsinki, FI
An Art Deco ceiling pendant in dark oxidised brass and pink coloured glass shade with brown stripes. The lamp is simple and elegant with two light sources. Beautiful with the lights ...
Brass
Orrefors Glass Chandelier, 1940s
By Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Swedish textured glass chandelier by Orrefors from the 1940s. Polished nickel hardware with a large lightly amber-tinted glass shade that is satinated and has a floral/sunburst motif...
Nickel
Art Deco Style Alabaster Light
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
An Art Deco style alabaster light.
Alabaster, Metal
$1,148Sale Price|35% Off
Barovier & Toso chandelier verre murano opaline Art Deco , Italy 1940
Located in La xara, VC
Typical 1940s characteristics • Blown Murano glass, often colorless or slightly tinted, sometimes milky opaline, with high clarity and controlled (not random) bubbles. vinterior +1 •...
Bronze, Metal
Green Marbled Opaline & Burnished Brass Pendant with Tassel, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s. The light features a domed marbled glass shade in a pale green tone, animated by subtle veining that giv...
Brass
Antique 12" Holophane Reflector-Refractor Prismatic Glass Pendant Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A remarkable run of 12-inch Holophane ‘Reflector–Refractor’ pendant lights, made in England c.1920. Recovered from Quarr Abbey on the Isle of Wight, each pendant has survived in exc...
Brass
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Bohemian Coloured Glass Bunch of Grapes Light Fitting. C.1930
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous Bohemian glass light fitting Amazing colours Original brass bulb holder, chain and ceiling rose Good condition / One of the leaves has a minor chip, shown in last image ...
Glass
Adolf Loos Pendant Lamp for VeArt Opal Glass Gold Brass Art Deco, circa 1970
By Adolf Loos, VeArt
Located in Vienna, AT
Adolf Loos pendant lamp for VeArt, produced circa 1970 Rare Re-edition of the original design by Adolf Loos from circa 1910. Large 16" Elegant hand blown glass globe worked into a s...
Metal
Beehive Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass Ball Pendant, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant Art Deco pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s during the Bauhaus period. The light features a ribbed marbled opaline glass shade in warm honey...
Brass
Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass Tassel Ball Pendants, Germany 1930s, Set of 2
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
German Art Deco Opaline Pendants, 1930s, Bauhaus era The lights feature elegant German Art Deco design with a patinated brass rod and canopy, complemented by a decorative moss green...
Brass
Large Timeless & Colorful Antique Alabaster Pendant Light / Flush Mount 19.8 Ø
Located in Lisse, NL
Great looking and timeless design alabaster chandelier. Thanks to its large size, its structurally sound condition and its truly timeless design this handcarved alabaster chandelier...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Swedish Grace Glass Pendant Light by Asea, 1940s, Sweden
By ASEA
Located in Værløse, DK
Swedish Grace White Opaline Glass Pendant Light made by Asea circa 1940. * White opaline glass pendant with horizontal stribes and brass top for ceiling mounting. * Manufacturer: ...
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Light, Marbled Glass and Brass, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Elegant Art Deco pendant light produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s. The lamp features a hand-blown marbled glass shade in warm yellow tones, suspended by decorative rope cord...
Brass
XXL Art Deco Eight-Light Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier, circa 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large-scale French Art Deco alabaster chandelier with sculptural bronze detailing and warm, architectural light diffusion. An impressive XXL French Art Deco chandelier dating from t...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Pair of Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Brass Pendants, 1940s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of hand blown opaline glass ball pendant with brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy, 1940s. One porcelain Edison E-27 light socket for a large sized screw bulb up to 100W. Both...
Brass
Art Deco Streamline Ceiling Ventilator, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Streamline Ceiling Ventilator, 1940s, Germany Measurements: Diameter: 75 cm Height: 55 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us for your any type of questions.
Metal
Large Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Glass Shade, Brass Canopy, Germany, 1940s - 1950s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large Art Deco rod pendant light with a decorated beige glass shade from the 1940s - 1950s. The glass shade is in good condition, although the radial gold stripes are partially worn ...
Metal
Stunning French Alabaster pendant lamp 1920s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Stunning Alabaster ceiling lamp . Love the shape of this piece . so classic . Great light effect when lid . All original with Rope hanging strings . 1 large E27 bulb needed. The ...
Alabaster
French Art Deco Black Veined Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light, ca. 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large-Scale French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant with Dramatic Black Veining and Bronze Details A striking French Art Deco pendant light featuring a generously sized alabaster bowl wit...
Alabaster, Bronze
Art Deco Marbled Opaline Glass Pendant with Leaf Reliefs, France, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Art Deco high-releaf marbled glass pendant or lantern, France, circa 1920-1930. Art glass with high relief rim with vine leaf motifs, in shape of carved white alabaster with beautifu...
Brass
Impressive Hand Crafted White & Black Alabaster Pendant Light / Flush Mount
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique 3-light chandelier with a perfect size and beautifully carved alabaster shade. Thanks to its large size, its deep bowl shape and its classical design this great alabaster ch...
Alabaster, Bronze, Brass
Muller Frères Art Deco Pendant Light
Located in NANTES, FR
Muller Frères Art Deco pendant light, circa 1930. Slightly tinted pressed molded glass with a geometric design. Signed Muller Frères. Wired, E14 socket. 7 lights, small screw-in bul...
Glass
$3,173Sale Price|44% Off
French Art Deco Chandelier Muller Freres sign , French Palace 1930
Located in La xara, VC
PROVENANCE : Palais de Soye France Buying a Muller Frères chandelier with 7 bulbs is an exceptional choice for collectors and enthusiasts of historical decorative arts, especially...
Metal, Iron
French Art Deco Cream Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light, ca. 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Compact French Art Deco alabaster pendant with warm cream tones and patinated brass details. A refined and compact French Art Deco pendant light, distinguished by its softly glowing...
Alabaster, Brass
Marcel VASSEUR Large Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large French Art Deco Pendant with Exceptionally Thick Alabaster Shade by Marcel Vasseur, Paris, ca. 1920. Impressive and rare French Art Deco pendant light featuring an exceptional...
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
French Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Light with Dark Veining, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Art Deco pendant light featuring richly veined alabaster and refined metal detailing. This elegant French Art Deco pendant light dates to the circa 1920s and features...
Alabaster, Brass
Viennese salon chandelier circa 1920, attributed to Dagobert Peche
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Brass ceiling lamp from the early 1920s. The design is attributed to Dagobert Peche. Manufacturer: Melzer & Neudhart 5 arms; E27 socket
Brass
Scandinavian Art Deco Theater Pendant Brass Hand-blown Opaline 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Wonderful and rare ball pendant from the transition period from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, Scandinavia, 1920-1930. Hand-blown opaline glas sphere globe with beautifuly elaborate brass ...
Brass
Elegant Swedish Modern Pendant Ceiling Lamp in Silk and Brass, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This charming 1940s ceiling lamp features a beautifully scalloped shade crafted from alternating panels of pleated cream silk and pale green painted sections adorned with delicate ha...
Brass
Marvelous & Large Bronze Art Deco Chandelier / Pendant w. Five Alabaster Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking and exclusive 1920s bronze and alabaster light fixture for the perfect atmosphere. If you are looking for a remarkable light fixture to grace your living space then this an...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Josef Frank Silk Pendant Lamp for Svenskt Tenn, Brass & Silk, Sweden
Located in Portland, OR
An early example of model 2560 Josef Frank pendant for Svenskt Tenn. Sweden 1940s. Executed in solid nicely patinated brass and with newer silk shade, made in Austria. Original mount...
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Light with Pink Glass Shade, Brass, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Art Deco pendant light with rod suspension and marbled, spherical glass shade. The pink glass shade is made of thick glass and is in very good condition. The lamp dates from the firs...
Metal, Brass
French “Clichy” Pink Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” pink coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.95 kg / 2.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standar...
Brass
Timeless Art Deco & Perfect White, Amber & Black Color Alabaster Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless masterpiece and superb condition alabaster light fixture with thunderstroke-like black veins. Imagine a sultry evening in the 1920s as the warm glow of an exquisite alabast...
Alabaster, Brass, Wire
Art Deco Ruffled Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendant Transparent Pink, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful Ruffled Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, 1970. This rare piece is a real eye catcher and suitable for many different interiors. The glass looks ruffled because of the bea...
Murano Glass
Adjustable art deco chandelier with original opal glass shades vienna 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Adjustable art deco chandelier with original opal glass shades vienna 1920s The hight is adjustable from 130cm - up to 160cm Brass polished and stove enameled
Opal, Brass
Marius SABINO Large French Art Deco chandelier with 3 rows of palmettes, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Monumental French Art Deco Glass Chandelier by Marius-Ernest Sabino, Paris, 1920-1930. Exceptional and fully authentic French Art Deco glass chandelier by Marius-Ernest Sabino (Pari...
Chrome
French Art Deco Pink and Gray Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Rare pink-toned French Art Deco alabaster pendant with sculptural bowl form and elegant bronze detailing. A rare and refined French Art Deco pendant light, distinguished by its soft...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Adolf Loos Pair Pendant Lamps for VeArt Opal Glass Gold, circa 1960
By VeArt, Adolf Loos
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of Adolf Loos pendant lamps for VeArt opal glass gold, circa 1960. Sold as a pair. Rare Reedition of the original design by Adolf Loos for VeArt, Italy. Priced per pair. Measur...
Metal
Elegant Swedish Brass Chandelier Attributed to Hans Bergström for ASEA, 1940s
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish Modern chandelier attributed to Hans Bergström for ASEA, dating from the 1940s. This refined ceiling lamp features a sculptural brass frame with six gracefully curve...
Brass
$2,059Sale Price|65% Off
French Art Deco Chandelier Gilt Bronze original Glass Starburst Sunburst, 1935
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Art Deco star-shaped chandelier in engraved bronze with original gilding, France, 1930s-1940s. Seven lights. This recessed fixture features a 100% original central glass ...
Bronze
French Art Deco White and Black Veined Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Sculptural French Art Deco chandelier featuring veined alabaster panels and refined bronze detailing. A striking French Art Deco chandelier distinguished by its sculptural, faceted ...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Murano Art Glass Round Green Art Deco Style Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Round Murano chandelier with a brass frame and distinctive amber and cream-colored glass. The refinement and class, typical of the Murano style, make these pieces unique and treasure...
Brass
Art Deco Murano Glass Three-Arm Chandelier, Italy, 1940s
Located in Catania, CT
Elegant Art Deco chandelier featuring three arms in hand-blown Murano glass, produced in Italy during the 1940s. The piece showcases the refined craftsmanship and timeless design typ...
Murano Glass
French Art Deco Alabaster and Frosted Glass Four-Light Chandelier, ca. 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Deco chandelier with black-veined alabaster bowl and frosted glass shades. A refined French Art Deco chandelier combining sculptural alabaster with softly diffused frosted glass...
Alabaster, Bronze
Patinated Iron, Glass & Parchment Ceiling Light by Bjerkås Armatur, Sweden 1940s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This awesome nautical inspired fixture was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1940s. The light features a wide circular frosted glass shade framed by ornate wrought iron ele...
Iron
Art Deco Chandelier 1930s Czechoslovakia Mint Glass Chrome Ceiling Light
Located in Praha, CZ
Art Deco chandelier produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s. The fixture features three green-white glass shades with a soft mint tone, complemented by chrome elements and subtl...
Chrome
$1,041 / item
Art Deco Opaline Lights By Edison Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Art Deco Opaline Lights By Edison Circa 1930s - Stepped opaline glass - Nickel tops and stems - Takes E27 fitting bulbs - Made by Edison - American ~ 1930s - 40cm wide x 100cm tall ...
Opaline Glass