Skip to main content

Art Deco Counter

to
12
101
54
130
29
2
149
1
1
1
2
128
31
50
70
3
1
23
40
8
2
1
2
90
71
35
29
25
97
42
41
31
21
161
132
137
3
2
2
2
1
Sort By
Art Deco Counter-Dry Bar Shelf
Art Deco Counter-Dry Bar Shelf

Art Deco Counter-Dry Bar Shelf

Located in Girona, Girona

Unusual Art Deco counter-dry bar, solid stained mahogany, French polish, seven compartments and three drawers on the back, nickel-plated aluminium decorative and protective strips an...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Dry Bars

Materials

Aluminum

Berman Rosetti for Mimi London Co Art Deco Counter Height Bar Stool
Berman Rosetti for Mimi London Co Art Deco Counter Height Bar Stool

Berman Rosetti for Mimi London Co Art Deco Counter Height Bar Stool

By Berman Rosetti

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Berman Rosetti for Mimi London Art Deco Counter Height Bar Stool. This listing is for one counter height stool, but we actually have four available.

Category

Early 2000s American Art Deco Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wood

1930s Johnson & Johnson Art Deco Counter Top Display
1930s Johnson & Johnson Art Deco Counter Top Display

1930s Johnson & Johnson Art Deco Counter Top Display

Located in New Windsor, NY

Johnson & Johnson center top or wall hanging apothecary display. Originally found in at pharmacies, druggists or general stores. Each opening was filled with small boxes or glass via...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood, Birch, Maple, Masonite, Plywood

Art Deco Counter Mirror from Bullocks Wilshire Los Angeles
Art Deco Counter Mirror from Bullocks Wilshire Los Angeles

Art Deco Counter Mirror from Bullocks Wilshire Los Angeles

Located in Palm Desert, CA

All of the trademark design features of the Art Deco Era are present.

Category

Early 20th Century American More Mirrors

Materials

Marble

Art Deco display counter
Art Deco display counter

Art Deco display counter

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Art Deco counter display case in perfect and completely original condition.

Category

Vintage 1920s English Vitrines

Materials

Ash

Art Deco Apothecary Counter
Art Deco Apothecary Counter

Art Deco Apothecary Counter

Located in Kastrup, DK

Art deco apothecary counter, elm wood with black lacquer. 12 drawers (2 x 6) under drawers open space with shelves.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Showcase Counter
Art Deco Showcase Counter

Art Deco Showcase Counter

Located in Kastrup, DK

Art Deco store showcase counter in black polished wood and glass.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s
French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s

French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s

By Fr. Vauconsant

Located in Paris, FR

French Art Deco original bar restaurant counter, circa 1920s In solid oak, sink, beer column in nickel-plated brass.  

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Oak

French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s
French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s

French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s

By Fr. Vauconsant

Located in Paris, FR

Art Deco bar restaurant counter, nice decoration in solid oak, top (including a sink), a nickel-plated brass bier column and three-doors storage on the back side.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Brass

Original Art Deco Mahogany / Chrome Counter / Display
Original Art Deco Mahogany / Chrome Counter / Display

Original Art Deco Mahogany / Chrome Counter / Display

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Special Art Deco mahogany / chrome counter / display case with 30 drawers.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Chrome

French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s
French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s

French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, 1920s

By Fr. Vauconsant

Located in Paris, FR

Original French Art Deco bar restaurant counter in nicely decorated solid oak, great top, sink and a beer column in nickel plated brass.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Shop Counter Mannequin, England, c1930
Art Deco Shop Counter Mannequin, England, c1930

Art Deco Shop Counter Mannequin, England, c1930

Located in Devon, England

Wonderfully stylish and completely original rare 1930's Art Deco female advertising shop counter mannequin.

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Busts

Materials

Plaster

Art Deco Shop Counter Mannequin, England, c1930
Art Deco Shop Counter Mannequin, England, c1930

Art Deco Shop Counter Mannequin, England, c1930

Located in Devon, England

Wonderfully stylish and completely original rare 1930's Art Deco female advertising shop counter mannequin.

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Busts

Materials

Plaster

Large Art Deco Style Bar Counter
Large Art Deco Style Bar Counter

Large Art Deco Style Bar Counter

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

Early 20th century bar counter in wood and a black /white marble top. An art deco style bar with rounded corners and a symetrical line design that enhances its beauty.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Dry Bars

Materials

Marble

Freestanding Art Deco Center Counter in Black Lacquer
Freestanding Art Deco Center Counter in Black Lacquer

Freestanding Art Deco Center Counter in Black Lacquer

Located in Kastrup, DK

Art deco, free-standing center counter in black lacquer.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Elm

Danish Art Deco Teakwood Shop Counter, circa 1930s
Danish Art Deco Teakwood Shop Counter, circa 1930s

Danish Art Deco Teakwood Shop Counter, circa 1930s

Located in Kastrup, DK

A grand scale Danish teak, glass, chrome and brass shop counter, circa 1930s, of rectangular form with a glass top, the top section with mirrored drop doors and slide out velvet disp...

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vitrines

Rare Art Deco Oak Shop Display Haberdashery Counter
Rare Art Deco Oak Shop Display Haberdashery Counter

Rare Art Deco Oak Shop Display Haberdashery Counter

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Here we have a stunning Art Deco shop display which is among the finest you will find on the internet, circa 1920. Shaped oak ends with ebonized plinth to the front which drawers yo...

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Oak

One-of-a-kind Candy Counter
One-of-a-kind Candy Counter

One-of-a-kind Candy Counter

Located in Antwerp, BE

Unique piece of early 20th century design. Hague School counter, circa 1920. Measures: Ø 120 cm H 111 cm.

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Gorgeous French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, Paris, 1930s
Gorgeous French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, Paris, 1930s

Gorgeous French Art Deco Bar Restaurant Counter, Paris, 1930s

By Henri Hetzel

Located in Paris, FR

Gorgeous French Art Deco bar restaurant counter, large size Made in solid oak, tin, marble, great decoration, many storage places on the back, a beer column and sinks.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Marble, Tin

Art Deco Period Jeweler's or Watch Maker's Cabinet / Shop Counter
Art Deco Period Jeweler's or Watch Maker's Cabinet / Shop Counter

Art Deco Period Jeweler's or Watch Maker's Cabinet / Shop Counter

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An unusual English Art Deco shop counter / jeweler's or watchmaker's cabinet in mahogany, the clean geometric form typical of the 1930s, fitted with mulitple drawers to the reverse s...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Bar Counter in Oak and Marquetry, France Art-Deco Period
Bar Counter in Oak and Marquetry, France Art-Deco Period

Bar Counter in Oak and Marquetry, France Art-Deco Period

Located in Paris, FR

Pretty bistro counter from the Art Deco period, in oak and wood marquetry of different species.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Zinc

Three Art Deco Mahogany and Brass Bar or Counter Stools
Three Art Deco Mahogany and Brass Bar or Counter Stools

Three Art Deco Mahogany and Brass Bar or Counter Stools

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Regal trio of Art Deco barstools that look like they once graced a luxury yacht, having gorgeous polished mahogany seats, backs and bases and brass bases and sides. Bases are 19" dia...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Stools

Art Deco Original Shop Counter Display Bust, French, circa 1930
Art Deco Original Shop Counter Display Bust, French, circa 1930

Art Deco Original Shop Counter Display Bust, French, circa 1930

Located in Devon, England

A rare and wonderful find is this original 1930s French Art Deco shop counter advertising bust. Noteworthy because of her size, easily displayed and not often found.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Busts

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Art Deco Haberdashery Shop Counter with Drawers
Vintage Art Deco Haberdashery Shop Counter with Drawers

Vintage Art Deco Haberdashery Shop Counter with Drawers

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Vintage Art Deco Haberdashery shop counter with drawers This is lovely golden oak shop counter, the interior is fitted with three banks each of four graduated drawers, which ope...

Category

Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Industrial Vitrines

Vintage Art Deco Haberdashery Shop Counter, Golden Oak Shop Display Cabinet
Vintage Art Deco Haberdashery Shop Counter, Golden Oak Shop Display Cabinet

Vintage Art Deco Haberdashery Shop Counter, Golden Oak Shop Display Cabinet

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This is superb Art Deco shop counter it is a good size, it is made in golden oak and heavy plate glass, it has Odeon style legs.

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Oak

English Art Deco Haberdashery Glass Shop Counter, 16 Drawers, Shop Display
English Art Deco Haberdashery Glass Shop Counter, 16 Drawers, Shop Display

English Art Deco Haberdashery Glass Shop Counter, 16 Drawers, Shop Display

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This haberdashery shop counter is a good large size, it has 4 banks each of 4 graduated drawers with moulded wooden handles, the fronts of the drawers have a glass insert to give goo...

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Oak

Folding Bar Counter in High Gloss Nutwood, England 1930s Art Deco
Folding Bar Counter in High Gloss Nutwood, England 1930s Art Deco

Folding Bar Counter in High Gloss Nutwood, England 1930s Art Deco

Located in Ulm, DE

This 1930s English Art Deco Bar Cabinet is a folding bar counter, seamlessly blending vintage elegance with modern functionality.

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

F.W. Woolworth Co. Nickel Plated Counter Sign, Nu-Lite Displays
F.W. Woolworth Co. Nickel Plated Counter Sign, Nu-Lite Displays

F.W. Woolworth Co. Nickel Plated Counter Sign, Nu-Lite Displays

By Nu-Lite Displays

Located in Buffalo, NY

Great little decorative item,, Period F.W.WOOLWORTH CO. counter sign made by NU-LITE DISPLAYS.. Nickel plated steel and painted..

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Signs

Materials

Nickel

Set 8 Art Deco Stylized Red and Chrome Bar / Counter Stools, Wolfgang Hoffmann
Set 8 Art Deco Stylized Red and Chrome Bar / Counter Stools, Wolfgang Hoffmann

Set 8 Art Deco Stylized Red and Chrome Bar / Counter Stools, Wolfgang Hoffmann

By Wolfgang Hoffmann

Located in Buffalo, NY

Set 8 Art Deco stylized red and chrome bar / counter stools attributed to Wolfgang Hoffmann,, Stunning design, swivel tops.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Stools

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Folding Bar Counter, France 1930s in Black Piano Lacquer on Wheels
Art Deco Folding Bar Counter, France 1930s in Black Piano Lacquer on Wheels

Art Deco Folding Bar Counter, France 1930s in Black Piano Lacquer on Wheels

Located in Ulm, DE

This French Art Deco Bar Cabinet from the 1930s is a stunning combination of functionality and timeless elegance.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

MAGNA VENDER 1930 Art-Deco 1 Cent Counter Vendor Machine For Peanuts & Candy
MAGNA VENDER 1930 Art-Deco 1 Cent Counter Vendor Machine For Peanuts & Candy

MAGNA VENDER 1930 Art-Deco 1 Cent Counter Vendor Machine For Peanuts & Candy

Located in Miami, FL

Country: Cedar Rapids, Iowa United States. Period: Art-deco, 1934. Manufacturer: National Manufacturing Co.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique Art Nouveau Thonet Style Austrian Bentwood Counter Stool Chairs, a Pair
Antique Art Nouveau Thonet Style Austrian Bentwood Counter Stool Chairs, a Pair

Antique Art Nouveau Thonet Style Austrian Bentwood Counter Stool Chairs, a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Art Nouveau Thonet style Austrian bentwood counter stool chairs, a pair (Slight variation in stretcher bases and armrests). Item features bentwood frames, slat backs, footres...

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Stools

Materials

Bentwood

Store Display Counter Top Mannequin
Store Display Counter Top Mannequin

Store Display Counter Top Mannequin

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Store display counter top mannequin.

Category

20th Century Art Deco Models and Miniatures

French Oak Shop Counter, 1930s
French Oak Shop Counter, 1930s

French Oak Shop Counter, 1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This shop cabinet was designed, circa 1930s in France. The piece is made from oak and features drawers with metal cup handles and a glass casing.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Oak

Oak Reception Counter with Glazed Screen
Oak Reception Counter with Glazed Screen

Oak Reception Counter with Glazed Screen

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A high quality piece made from solid oak. This has a number of potential uses, such as conversion to a bar or kitchen. Shown stripped, ready for your finish to be applied. Clear, cur...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Glass, Oak

Vintage Oak Display Counter with Drawers
Vintage Oak Display Counter with Drawers

Vintage Oak Display Counter with Drawers

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

A counter from the 1950s, manufactured by Soeschala in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen. The counter features no fewer than 15 drawers that slope downwards in a stepped fashion. The drawer fro...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Oak

Danish Functionalist Oakwood Shop Counter, C. 1930s
Danish Functionalist Oakwood Shop Counter, C. 1930s

Danish Functionalist Oakwood Shop Counter, C. 1930s

Located in Kastrup, DK

A freestanding counter made in during the 1930s in Denmark. It features an oak frame with a glass top and glass partly covering front and sides. Drawers with original metal handles. ...

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Oak

British Mahogany Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1930s
British Mahogany Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1930s

British Mahogany Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

It features a solid wooden frame and drawers in mahogany with art deco style handles.

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Western Union Lighted Counter Sign
Antique Western Union Lighted Counter Sign

Antique Western Union Lighted Counter Sign

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This Museum quality lamp with an original aged patina finish reads "Western Union" in glass letters on 2 sides. The letters light up! This is from a Western Union office in a Downtow...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Brass Courtesy counter top bell, reception desk bell Made in solid brass, in good condition and ready to use with a demanding ding, the bell is 4” in diameter and 4” high TCC46.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Musical Instruments

Materials

Brass

European Silver Box Containing Mother-of-Pearl Counter Chips
European Silver Box Containing Mother-of-Pearl Counter Chips

European Silver Box Containing Mother-of-Pearl Counter Chips

Located in Essex, MA

Hinged top with beveled glass covering a print of Prague. Mahogany lined interior. Containing mother-of-pearl counter chips.

Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Other

Vintage Hollywood Regency Style Drinks Bar With Mirrored Counter
Vintage Hollywood Regency Style Drinks Bar With Mirrored Counter

Vintage Hollywood Regency Style Drinks Bar With Mirrored Counter

Located in London, GB

Add instant glamour into your entertaining space with this vintage Hollywood Regency-style bar, a stunning piece that captures the decadence and charm of mid-20th century design. W...

Category

Vintage 1960s European Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Vintage Hamilton Beach #32 Counter Hand Juicer with Jadeite Base
Vintage Hamilton Beach #32 Counter Hand Juicer with Jadeite Base

Vintage Hamilton Beach #32 Counter Hand Juicer with Jadeite Base

By Hamilton Beach

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Hamilton Beach #32 Counter Hand Juicer with Jadeite Base. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 20" H x 7" W x 9" D.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal

1940s American Whitman’s Chocolate Refrigerated Display Shop Counter Sweet Shop
1940s American Whitman’s Chocolate Refrigerated Display Shop Counter Sweet Shop

1940s American Whitman’s Chocolate Refrigerated Display Shop Counter Sweet Shop

By General Electric

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

Originally from America, this rare vintage 1947 Whitman’s Chocolate Refrigerated Display Counter has just come out of long time storage. The company Whitman's was founded in Philad...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Large French Parisian Pitch Pine Bijouterie Shop Counter / Cabinet,  1930s
Large French Parisian Pitch Pine Bijouterie Shop Counter / Cabinet,  1930s

Large French Parisian Pitch Pine Bijouterie Shop Counter / Cabinet, 1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This cabinet was made from pitch pine in France, circa 1930s. It features 28 good sized drawers with black metal cup handles and it was used to store jewelry in a Parisian boutique. ...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Antique French Mahogany Glass Shop Counter Haberdashery Cabinet Vitrine, ca 1930
Antique French Mahogany Glass Shop Counter Haberdashery Cabinet Vitrine, ca 1930

Antique French Mahogany Glass Shop Counter Haberdashery Cabinet Vitrine, ca 1930

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This mahogany haberdashery shop counter dates to the 1920/30s and was made in France. It features a mahogany frame, glass casing, linoleum inlay and stunning brass handles.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique British Maple & Oak Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1920/30s
Antique British Maple & Oak Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1920/30s

Antique British Maple & Oak Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1920/30s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This vintage maple haberdashery shop counter dates from the 1920/30s and was made in England. It features a solid wooden frame with bakelite handles, a glass casing and drawers in ma...

Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Maple

Antique French Oak, Glass and Brass Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920s
Antique French Oak, Glass and Brass Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920s

Antique French Oak, Glass and Brass Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This vintage oak haberdashery shop counter dates from the 1920/30s and was made in France. It features a brass frame, glass doors / shelves and drawers in oak with brass handles. It ...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Oak

Antique French Oak, Glass and Chrome Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920s
Antique French Oak, Glass and Chrome Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920s

Antique French Oak, Glass and Chrome Shop Counter Cabinet / Vitrine, circa 1920s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This vintage oak haberdashery shop counter dates from the 1920/30s and was made in France. It features a chrome frame, glass doors / shelves and drawers in oak with chrome handles. I...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Streamline Art Deco Counter Bar
Streamline Art Deco Counter Bar

Streamline Art Deco Counter Bar

By Donald Deskey

Located in New York, NY

Slick black and chrome Art Deco counter bar with D-shaped formica top, chrome kick rail and black vinyl upholstered front.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

KEM Weber Counter Height Chrome Stool
KEM Weber Counter Height Chrome Stool

KEM Weber Counter Height Chrome Stool

By Kem Weber

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Art deco, counter height stool by KEM Weber features a chrome frame with marbleized vinyl seat and back.

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Stools

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Large Shop Counter Mannequin, circa 1930s
Art Deco Large Shop Counter Mannequin, circa 1930s

Art Deco Large Shop Counter Mannequin, circa 1930s

Located in Devon, England

Fabulous 1930s Art Deco female shop mannequin. Out of all the mannequins we've ever had although this one isn't in the best of condition she's without doubt one of the most attractiv...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Busts

Materials

Plaster

French octaginal Art Deco Store counter top Display Case
French octaginal Art Deco Store counter top Display Case

French octaginal Art Deco Store counter top Display Case

Located in San Francisco, CA

A quality octagonal shaped Art Deco period counter top display case. Nickel plated brass frame with a single shelf, and mirrored bottom and back.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Nickel

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Art Deco Counter", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Art Deco Counter For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal art deco counter for your home. An art deco counter — often made from wood, metal and glass — can elevate any home. Find 121 options for an antique or vintage art deco counter now, or shop our selection of 29 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco counter — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An art deco counter made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. A well-made art deco counter has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Fr. Vauconsant, 2K1M and Design Frères are consistently popular.

How Much is a Art Deco Counter?

Prices for an art deco counter start at $149 and top out at $880,161 with the average selling for $2,800.

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

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 Counter
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco 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. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.