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Art Deco Egyptian Revival Clock Set
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Clock Set

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Clock Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An Art Deco Egyptian Revival clock set Early 20th century; France Metal dial with black Arabic

Category

Early 20th Century French More Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Egyptian Revival long pendant necklace inspired by the discovery of Tut's Tomb in 1922

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Art deco Egyptian Revival silver Coral bib necklace
Art deco Egyptian Revival silver Coral bib necklace

Art deco Egyptian Revival silver Coral bib necklace

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

This striking Art Deco Egyptian Revival necklace is a rare and captivating example of early 20th

Category

Early 20th Century Egyptian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Silver

Sculptural Art Deco Egyptian Pharaoh Face Sconce, Saint Clément Ceramic, 1960s
Sculptural Art Deco Egyptian Pharaoh Face Sconce, Saint Clément Ceramic, 1960s

Sculptural Art Deco Egyptian Pharaoh Face Sconce, Saint Clément Ceramic, 1960s

By Saint-Clément, Alberto Giacometti, Jean-Michel Frank, Atelier Sedap

Located in Lille, FR

Sculptural Art Deco Egyptian Pharaoh Face Sconce, Saint Clément Ceramic, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Style Bronze Winged Sphinx Tazza
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Style Bronze Winged Sphinx Tazza

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Style Bronze Winged Sphinx Tazza

Located in Stamford, CT

Stunning Art Deco Egyptian Revival style bronze tazza with a winged Sphinx figure. The double

Category

Late 20th Century Centerpieces

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver

Category

20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace

Located in Napoli, IT

Unique Art Deco Egyptian Revival necklace, 1920 circa Comprising a skillfully natural Lapis hand

Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver

Art Deco Egyptian Revival sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1935.
Art Deco Egyptian Revival sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1935.

Art Deco Egyptian Revival sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1935.

Located in London, GB

Art Deco Egyptian Revival sapphire and diamond ring. Set with a vertical line of seventeen square

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Desk Stand, Two Cut Glass Inkwells With A Pen Tray
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Desk Stand, Two Cut Glass Inkwells With A Pen Tray

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Desk Stand, Two Cut Glass Inkwells With A Pen Tray

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An Impressive Art Deco Egyptian Revival Desk Stand With Two Cut Glass Metal Topped Inkwells With A

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Clock Set with Pair of Obelisks
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Clock Set with Pair of Obelisks

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Clock Set with Pair of Obelisks

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

A stylish Art Deco Egyptian Revival clock set featuring a central timepiece flanked by a pair of

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Egyptian Faience Glaze Vase Signed Leon Volkmar for Durant Kilns
Art Deco Egyptian Faience Glaze Vase Signed Leon Volkmar for Durant Kilns

Art Deco Egyptian Faience Glaze Vase Signed Leon Volkmar for Durant Kilns

By Leon Volkmar, Durant Kilns

Located in New York, NY

This rare and stunning Art Deco Egyptian Faience Glaze Vase Signed Leon Volkmar for Durant Kilns

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Vases

Materials

Faience

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Wall Mirror
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Wall Mirror

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Wall Mirror

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

A rare Egyptian Revival mirror from the Art Deco period, finely carved in solid walnut and dating

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel Sodalite Scarab Pendant Necklace Lotus Flower
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel Sodalite Scarab Pendant Necklace Lotus Flower

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel Sodalite Scarab Pendant Necklace Lotus Flower

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival Sodalite Scarab and Lotus Flower Enamel

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Plique a Jour Art Deco Egyptian Revival Earrings
Plique a Jour Art Deco Egyptian Revival Earrings

Plique a Jour Art Deco Egyptian Revival Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Unusual and rare earrings in a scarab motif set in sterling with marcasites.The body and wings are in lovely plique a jour (transparent)enamel which allows light to pass through.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Copper Isis Hammered Pin
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Copper Isis Hammered Pin

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Copper Isis Hammered Pin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

In Egyptian mythology, Isis is a potent deity linked with motherhood, magic, and fertility. She is

Category

Vintage 1920s Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Ring Banded Agate Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Ring Banded Agate Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Ring Banded Agate Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

This is a museum quality Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpiece. The ring is adorned with a central

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Egyptian Dancer in the Manner of Chiparus
Art Deco Egyptian Dancer in the Manner of Chiparus

Art Deco Egyptian Dancer in the Manner of Chiparus

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Los Angeles, CA

shipping for safe delivery. Title is ( The Egyptian Dancer) From an Art Deco collector. A quote for packing

Category

2010s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Egyptian Cast Iron Revival Table, circa 1930
Art Deco Egyptian Cast Iron Revival Table, circa 1930

Art Deco Egyptian Cast Iron Revival Table, circa 1930

Located in Faversham, GB

A stunning and incredibly rare Egyptian Revival table from the Art Deco period. Made of cast iron

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pedestals

Materials

Cast Stone, Marble, Iron

Sophia D, 3.49 Carat Art Deco Egyptian Revival Platinum Brooch
Sophia D, 3.49 Carat Art Deco Egyptian Revival Platinum Brooch

Sophia D, 3.49 Carat Art Deco Egyptian Revival Platinum Brooch

By Sophia D

Located in New York, NY

3.49 Carat Art Deco Inspired Egyptian Revival Platinum Brooch with Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, and

Category

2010s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

French Art Deco Egyptian Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920, Georges LELEU
French Art Deco Egyptian Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920, Georges LELEU

French Art Deco Egyptian Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920, Georges LELEU

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco Table Lamp, 1920s — Egyptian Woman with Snakes, Spelter, Glass & Marble, Shade by

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Art Deco Egyptian Dancer Sculpture by Georges Gori, Circa 1930
Art Deco Egyptian Dancer Sculpture by Georges Gori, Circa 1930

Art Deco Egyptian Dancer Sculpture by Georges Gori, Circa 1930

By Georges Gori

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

“Egyptian Dancer” sculpture, made of bronze and ivory, cold painted. Made by Georges Gori. Signed G

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Chandelier with Stunning White Alabaster Shades 1920s
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Chandelier with Stunning White Alabaster Shades 1920s

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Chandelier with Stunning White Alabaster Shades 1920s

Located in Lisse, NL

A striking and architecturally refined Art Deco chandelier embodying the fascination with Egyptian

Category

Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Stickpin
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Stickpin

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a gold serpents and pharaoh in a platinum headdress Centering a pentagon-shaped mixed-cut sapphire Weighing approximately 0.50 carat total Transparent light blue in co...

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Faience Pharaoh in 14k Gold Mount Pendant / Charm
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Faience Pharaoh in 14k Gold Mount Pendant / Charm

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Faience Pharaoh in 14k Gold Mount Pendant / Charm

Located in Venice, CA

, making each one unique, and highlight the facial features. The Egyptian Revival style flourished in the

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2010s American Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Jones Woodland Art Deco Egyptian Revival Hardstone 14K Gold Antique Scarab Ring
Jones Woodland Art Deco Egyptian Revival Hardstone 14K Gold Antique Scarab Ring

Jones Woodland Art Deco Egyptian Revival Hardstone 14K Gold Antique Scarab Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

light bluish green mottling Carved to depict an Egyptian scarab and bezel set Flanked by highly rendered

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marcus & Co. Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel 14 Karat Gold Antique Cufflinks
Marcus & Co. Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel 14 Karat Gold Antique Cufflinks

Marcus & Co. Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel 14 Karat Gold Antique Cufflinks

By Marcus & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as link-style cufflinks terminating with oval-shaped faces With stylized gold lotus flower, pharaoh, Eye of Horus, and a sphinx Each raised with grooved detailing - atop ena...

Category

Vintage 1920s Egyptian Revival Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Shape Green Emerald & Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Egyptian Style White Ring
Oval Shape Green Emerald & Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Egyptian Style White Ring

Oval Shape Green Emerald & Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Egyptian Style White Ring

By Unbranded

Located in Oakton, VA

Finely detailed vintage Art Deco style ring crafted in 18k white gold. The central vivid green

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

ERTE Silkscreen Print
ERTE Silkscreen Print

ERTE Silkscreen Print

Located in North Hollywood, CA

ERTE screenprint in Art Deco Egyptian Revival style.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Egyptian Revival Prints

Materials

Silk

Early 20th Century Egyptian Appliqué Textile Wall Hanging
Early 20th Century Egyptian Appliqué Textile Wall Hanging

Early 20th Century Egyptian Appliqué Textile Wall Hanging

Located in Hastings, GB

Art Deco Egyptian revival appliqué wall hanging, Cairo,1900s, crafted by artisans to appeal to

Category

Early 20th Century Egyptian Art Deco Tapestries

Materials

Cotton

Pair of Early 20th Century Egyptian Applique Panels
Pair of Early 20th Century Egyptian Applique Panels

Pair of Early 20th Century Egyptian Applique Panels

Located in Hastings, GB

Art Deco Egyptian revival appliqué wall panels, Cairo,1900s, crafted by artisans to appeal to

Category

Early 20th Century Egyptian Art Deco Tapestries

Materials

Cotton

Egyptian Revival Turquoise Pharoah Sphynx Enamel Brooch Pin Art Deco Silver
Egyptian Revival Turquoise Pharoah Sphynx Enamel Brooch Pin Art Deco Silver

Egyptian Revival Turquoise Pharoah Sphynx Enamel Brooch Pin Art Deco Silver

Located in New York, NY

A rare Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpiece. The stunning brooch is centered by the head of a

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Enamel

Rare Egyptian Revival Pharoah Brooch Lapis Diamond Ruby Pearl Enamel Art Deco
Rare Egyptian Revival Pharoah Brooch Lapis Diamond Ruby Pearl Enamel Art Deco

Rare Egyptian Revival Pharoah Brooch Lapis Diamond Ruby Pearl Enamel Art Deco

Located in New York, NY

This is a museum quality Belle Epoque - Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpiece with a Lapis Lazuli

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Revival 14k Gold Gemstones Enamel Pendant Necklace
Egyptian Revival 14k Gold Gemstones Enamel Pendant Necklace

Egyptian Revival 14k Gold Gemstones Enamel Pendant Necklace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A magnificent example of Art Deco Egyptian Revival design, this early 20th century necklace

Category

Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Carnelian, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Enamel

Egyptian Revival Pietra Dura Pharoah Ring 14 Karat Gold
Egyptian Revival Pietra Dura Pharoah Ring 14 Karat Gold

Egyptian Revival Pietra Dura Pharoah Ring 14 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

Indulge in a rare Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpiece. The ring with a central hardstone Pietra

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Carnelian Scarab Earrings Egyptian Revival Gold Pearl
Antique Carnelian Scarab Earrings Egyptian Revival Gold Pearl

Antique Carnelian Scarab Earrings Egyptian Revival Gold Pearl

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Earrings with stunning Scarabs which are hand carved Carnelian gems. The

Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold

Sterling Silver Enamel Choker Necklace tassel Earrings and Bracelet Jewelry Set
Sterling Silver Enamel Choker Necklace tassel Earrings and Bracelet Jewelry Set

Sterling Silver Enamel Choker Necklace tassel Earrings and Bracelet Jewelry Set

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

This exquisite Turkish Art Deco Egyptian Revival demi-parure set captures the grandeur and elegance

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Regal Set of 12 Egyptian Revival Throne Dining Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1955
Regal Set of 12 Egyptian Revival Throne Dining Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1955

Regal Set of 12 Egyptian Revival Throne Dining Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1955

By Willow and Reed, Henry Olko

Located in Atlanta, GA

1955. A stunning organic design that projects a distinct Art Deco Egyptian Revival vibe. Mr. Olko has

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Egyptian Revival Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Desk Seal, Art Deco, ca 1925
Egyptian Revival Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Desk Seal, Art Deco, ca 1925

Egyptian Revival Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Desk Seal, Art Deco, ca 1925

Located in Rotterdam, NL

1925 (Art Deco period) Style: Egyptian Revival Material: Silver with cloisonné enamel Height: 51 mm

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Demetre Chiparus Egyptian Dancer
Demetre Chiparus Egyptian Dancer

Demetre Chiparus Egyptian Dancer

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Miami, FL

Demetre Chiparus Egyptian Dancer, ca. 1920 Bronze, enamel, gilt metal, and marble 29 in Signed to

Category

1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Egyptian Revival French Art Deco Necklaces
Egyptian Revival French Art Deco Necklaces

Egyptian Revival French Art Deco Necklaces

Located in New York, NY

Egyptian Revival French Art Deco Necklaces from the 1920's. Old stock unworn pieces from a French

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

14 Karat Gold Enamel Egyptian Revival Brooch Heremakhet Horus Hieracosphinx
14 Karat Gold Enamel Egyptian Revival Brooch Heremakhet Horus Hieracosphinx

14 Karat Gold Enamel Egyptian Revival Brooch Heremakhet Horus Hieracosphinx

Located in New York, NY

This is a rare Art Deco Egyptian Revival 14 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch depicting Heremakhet

Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Revival Lithograph
Egyptian Revival Lithograph

Egyptian Revival Lithograph

By Barbara Trupp

Located in Surfside, FL

from sophisticated Egypt back to Paleozoic trilobites? “Lithography stones, quarried from the Jura

Category

20th Century Art Deco More Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Art Deco Period Egyptian Revival Wall Mirror
Art Deco Period Egyptian Revival Wall Mirror

Art Deco Period Egyptian Revival Wall Mirror

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

A rare Egyptian Revival mirror from the Art Deco period, finely carved in solid walnut and dating

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

Egyptian Revival Art Deco Style Pair Vase
Egyptian Revival Art Deco Style Pair Vase

Egyptian Revival Art Deco Style Pair Vase

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Egyptian revival Art Deco style faux porphyry hand decorated pair two handled decorative piece

Category

Early 20th Century European Egyptian Revival Vases

Materials

Pottery, Paint

Pair of Egyptian Revival Art Deco Walnut Mirrors
Pair of Egyptian Revival Art Deco Walnut Mirrors

Pair of Egyptian Revival Art Deco Walnut Mirrors

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

An exceptional and highly decorative pair of Egyptian Revival mirrors dating to the Art Deco period

Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

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Find many varieties of an authentic art deco egypt available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and wood, every art deco egypt was constructed with great care. There are 665 variations of the antique or vintage art deco egypt you’re looking for, while we also have 59 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer art deco egypt, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right art deco egypt, those designed in Art Deco, Art Nouveau and mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. Georg Jensen, Harald Nielsen and Daum each produced at least one beautiful art deco egypt that is worth considering.

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Questions About Art Deco Egypt
  • 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The 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.
  • 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 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art 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.