Art Deco Exit
Antique Industrial Art Deco 'Exit' Illuminated Glass Sign, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
housing the internal illuminations above polished plate glass deep etched with 'Exit'.
Rewired with 1m
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Signs
Materials
Steel
H 114.18 in W 125.99 in D 1.19 in
Antique Industrial Art Deco Brass Flambosign Illuminated Exit Sign, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
A large directional 'Exit' sign made in England by Flambosign. circa 1930
Believed to have come
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Signs
Materials
Brass
H 11.82 in W 21.66 in D 1.97 in
Very Large Gold Brass Odeon Cinema EXIT Sign A great piece of nostalgia
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Very Large Gold Brass Odeon Cinema EXIT Sign
A great piece of nostalgia, this is the front of a
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Hand Blown Clear Crystal Brass Three-Light Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind Art Deco hand blown clear crystal lantern with a central three-bulb candelabra cluster
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of two reversible vases jugs, ceramic, Egypt Art Deco, 1915 Amphora Czech R
Located in Wien, AT
vases in Egyptian design, originals from the early Art Deco period.
Category
Vintage 1910s Czech Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
H 15.75 in Dm 8.27 in
IMCO Julius Meister 1000 Ifa Storm Thumbwheel Mechanical Lighter In Solid Brass
Located in Miami, FL
petrol lighter original from the art deco period. This industrial piece was originally designed and
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Cut Steel
H 325 in W 1.02 in D 1.05 in
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By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
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By Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo
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'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
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Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada.
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By Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo
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By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
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By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Barovier & Toso 1940s Murano Glass Lantern
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Milan, IT
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
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Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco theatre light up glass exit sign.
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Signs
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By Sandy Littman
Located in Newburgh, NY
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Machine Age Midcentury Streamline Bakelite / Phenolic / Urea Extension Speaker
By Aegis Pty. Ltd
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THE WELLER FAUX ROSEWOOD TECHNOLOGY CABINET
By Derapage Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
ebony inlay. Touch latch doors and a gloss finish give the armoire a sleek, Art Deco quality. The
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Vintage 1930s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Midcentury Russian Bakelite Soda Siphon for Cocktails, Drinks
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Art Deco Russian penguin soda syphon, in black and white enamel to the pressure welded cylinder
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Art Deco "exit" Sign
Located in New York, NY
BRASS CUT OUT LETTERS FROM A THEATER
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Antique Vintage Art Deco Illuminated Flambosign Advertising Cinema Exit Sign
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous Art Deco illuminated exit sign from renowned manufacturers 'Flambosign', Early
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Signs
Materials
Brass
H 12.6 in W 15.36 in D 1.97 in
Antique Industrial Art Deco Brass Internalite 'Exit' Illuminated Sign. C.1920
Located in London, GB
A stunning illuminated Art Deco 'Internalite' directional sign made by K.F.M Engineering. c.1920
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Materials
Brass
H 94.49 in W 133.86 in D 1.19 in
Rare Pair of Art Deco Porch Lamps Entrance and Exit Globe Lamps
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Rare pair of Art Deco porch lamps entrance and exit globe lamps.
Outstanding large pair of
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Art Deco Double-Sided Painted Glass Wall Mount Exit Sign Sconce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco, painted glass, double-sided, exit light sconce mounts to the wall in a metal frame. The
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Art Deco Ruby Glass Double-Sided Exit Sign Sconces
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Ruby red glass triangular glass, double-sided Exit sign wall lights. Each with all new wiring
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Antique Industrial Art Deco Brass Glass 'Ladies Toilet' Illuminated Sign. C.1920
Located in London, GB
housing the internal illuminations above polished plate glass etched with 'Exit'. No makers mark, but very
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Brass
H 10.63 in W 22.05 in D 1.19 in
Gold Odeon Cinema Exit Sign Electric Light
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Gold Odeon Cinema EXIT Sign Electric Light
A great piece of nostalgia, an Exit sign from a
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Gold Odeon Cinema EXIT Sign Electric Light
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Gold Odeon cinema EXIT sign electric light
A great piece of nostalgia, an Exit sign from a
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Early 20th Century Art Deco More Lighting
Collectible, Art Deco Ceramic Incense Burners.
Located in Bellport, NY
Three whimsical ceramic forms;when incense cone placed into wide open mouth-smoke amusingly exits
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Ceramic
Edgar Brandt wrought iron and silvered bronze table with marble on the top 1930
By Edgar Brandt
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
: Edgar BRANDT- Art Deco Ironwork by KAHR page 106
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tables
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Wrought Iron
H 27.96 in W 63 in D 33.47 in
Armchair Thonet Nr.6533, Marcel Kammerer, since 1910
By Thonet, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
the Central Bohemian Museum in Roztoky near Prague (possibility to prove with a document) .The exit
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Club Chairs
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Carved Oak Settle Bench Pew Hall Seat with Locker, English, Mid-20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A stylish Art Deco period oak settle bench presented in very good antique condition
Of interest
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Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Jacobean Benches
Materials
Oak
H 40.16 in W 42.13 in D 16.93 in
Three Art Deco Glass "Exit" Sign Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Sconces have aluminum frames and are glass.
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Simes Vintage Art Deco Emergency Exit Sign Light Fixture
Located in Norwalk, CT
Great original Art Deco lighting fixture from the 1930s. Mounts sideways to a wall like a sconce.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Simes Vintage Art Deco Emergency Exit Sign Light Fixture
Located in Norwalk, CT
Great original Art Deco lighting fixture from the 1930s.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
1930s Recessed Flush Mount Glow-in-the-Dark Exit Sign Light Sconce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Recessed, flush mount exit sign light, wall sconce with molded metal frame and glow-in-the-dark
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
French Art Deco Table in Macassar and Ebony, circa 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This uniquely sized French Art Deco table can be the perfect piece where you need something larger
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Center Tables
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Ebony, Macassar
French Art Deco Brass Hand Blown Glass Five-Light Lantern or Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large Art Deco hand blown glass lantern with elegant brass mounts, France, 1930-1939.
Five E-14
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lanterns
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Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Cut Frosted Glass Pendant, Lantern Brass Mounted, 1920s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely pair of Art Deco cut frosted glass pendant or lantern with brass mount, France, 1920s. The
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Brass
Italian 1940s Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Burl and Mirror Mosaic Dry Bar Cabinet
By Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern drinks dry bar cabinet with glass top, in
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Brass
H 29.53 in W 33.86 in D 17.33 in
Italian 1940s Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Burl and Mirror Mosaic Dry Bar Cabinet
By Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern dry bar cabinet, in beautiful veneer walnut briar
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars
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Brass
H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
Italian 1940s Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Burl and Mirror Mosaic Dry Bar Cabinet
By Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern drinks dry bar cabinet with glass top, in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars
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Brass
H 31.89 in W 37.41 in D 18.51 in
Italian 1940s Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Burl and Mirror Mosaic Dry Bar Cabinet
By Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern drinks dry bar cabinet in beautiful veneer walnut
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H 31.5 in W 36.23 in D 14.97 in
Art Deco Demi-Lune Iron with Marble Console Cabinet Manner of Oscar Bach
By Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in Port Jervis, NY
. Has a back door for all cords to exit. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Scratch on
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Whimsical Art-Nouveau Style Mushroom Glass Lamp after Émile Gallé "Les Coprins"
By Emile Gallé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art-Deco Lighting by Alastair Duncan, Simon and Schuster, New York 1978 - Page 32-33.
Measures
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H 34.75 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
1920s French Mahogany Table
Located in High Point, NC
, this Art Deco table invites synergy with traditional or contemporary furnishings.
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Midcentury Murano Amethyst Colored Glass Pendant or Lantern
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
, adjustable height by shortening or exiting the chain.
Height without chain and canopy: 17.25" / 44 cm
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American Art Deco Exit Pendant, circa 1935
Located in Portland, OR
In characteristic 1930s Streamline style, this antique commercial pendant is all sleek lines and aerodynamic contours. The painted shade features louvers on the underside, intended t...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
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American Art Deco Three Sided Exit Globe
Located in Chicago, IL
Original American Art Deco three sided EXIT globe in ruby red with embossed letters. We have two
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco More Lighting
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Glass
Three Matching 1920s Ruby Red Triangle Exit Signs Priced Each
Located in Prescott, AZ
Priced each.
Not very often do we find three matching glass exit signs this old and in excellent
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Flush Mount
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Brass
Extreme Manning Bowman Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Clock
By Manning Bowman
Located in Dallas, TX
time set stem. Obvious vintage wear to underside of base. Original rubber grommet for cord exit
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Clocks
Danish Art Deco Pottery Vase/Lamp Base by Kahler
By Kähler Keramik
Located in San Francisco, CA
#3, about 1/4 of the way from left to right). This hole served as an exit for the lamp cord
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Vases
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Pottery
Art Deco "Aztec" Neon Clock
Located in North Hollywood, CA
external setting for adjusting the time, and a pull chain to turn the neon on and off. The power cord exits
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Steel
Pair of Art Deco Bakelite and Glass Bedside or Sofa Lamps
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Art Deco bakelite and lavender glass pair of lamps, in a finely detailed design, all in perfect
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
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Bakelite
Art Deco "Aztec" Two Color Neon Clock
Located in North Hollywood, CA
exits on the right side, but can be re-routed to exit the rear if you have a recessed wall plug in place
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Vintage 1930s American Clocks
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Steel
A pair of superb Art Deco armchairs from France c.1930
Located in Houston, TX
A pair of superb Art Deco armchairs from Toulouse, France c.1930. The Art Deco design movement was
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Vintage 1930s French Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Theater Brass and Glass Exit Light
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco theater brass and glass exit light.
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Signs
Materials
Brass
Hollywood Deco Interior Exit Sign
By Hollywood Electric Number Company
Located in Culver City, CA
An interesting circa 1940's deco style exit sign from an old Hollywood business. It is a "NO 07
Category
Vintage 1940s American Decorative Art
Art Deco "Aztec" Two Color Neon Wall Clock
By Electric Neon Clock Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
exits on the right side, but can be re-routed to exit the rear if you have a recessed wall plug in place
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
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Art Deco Exit For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco exit you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and brass, every art deco exit was constructed with great care. Find 16 options for an antique or vintage art deco exit now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an art deco exit — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco exit is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one art deco exit that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hollywood Electric Number Company and Sandy Littman produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Art Deco Exit?
Prices for an art deco exit start at $295 and top out at $5,949 with the average selling for $968.
Questions About Art Deco Exit
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- 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
- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- 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 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. - 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.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- What era was Art Deco rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Art 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.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- What does Art Deco ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Among the key Art Deco designers were Tamara de Lempicka, Erté, René Lalique, Le Corbusier, Jean Dunand, Léon Bakst, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Sonia Delaunay, Georges Lepape and Jean Després.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In 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.
- 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.
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