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A Pair of Finnish Art Deco Side Tables
A Pair of Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

A Pair of Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

By Venesta

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Finnish Art Deco side tables made by Venesta Finland. Newly painted in Farrow & Ball

Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Arabia, Finland, Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, 1920s/30s
Arabia, Finland, Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, 1920s/30s

Arabia, Finland, Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, 1920s/30s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Arabia, Finland. Art Deco vase in glazed faience. Beautiful marbled glaze. 1920s/30s. Measures

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Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Faience

Finnish Art Deco Flame Birch Daybed, 1920s
Finnish Art Deco Flame Birch Daybed, 1920s

Finnish Art Deco Flame Birch Daybed, 1920s

Located in Karis, Nyland

A beautifully crafted Finnish Art Deco daybed from the 1920s, attributed to an unknown designer

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Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Daybeds

Materials

Jute, Birch

Finnish Art Deco/Functionalism Lounge Chair By Einari Kyöstilä
Finnish Art Deco/Functionalism Lounge Chair By Einari Kyöstilä

Finnish Art Deco/Functionalism Lounge Chair By Einari Kyöstilä

By Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy

Located in Kangasala, FI

art deco/functionalism style movement by Einari Kyöstilä and manufactured by Keravan Puusepäntehdas in

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch

1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chair with Chevron-Patterned Fabric
1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chair with Chevron-Patterned Fabric

1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chair with Chevron-Patterned Fabric

Located in Karis, Nyland

This charming Finnish Art Deco club chair from the 1940s combines period elegance with a playful

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Finnish Art Deco Three-Tiered Side Table in Dark-Stained Birch, 1930s
Finnish Art Deco Three-Tiered Side Table in Dark-Stained Birch, 1930s

Finnish Art Deco Three-Tiered Side Table in Dark-Stained Birch, 1930s

Located in Karis, Nyland

A distinctive Finnish side table rooted in early Nordic modernism and Finnish Art Deco furniture

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Pair of Finnish Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Einari Kyöstilä for Asko, 1930s
Pair of Finnish Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Einari Kyöstilä for Asko, 1930s

Pair of Finnish Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Einari Kyöstilä for Asko, 1930s

By Asko

Located in Karis, Nyland

A refined pair of Finnish Art Deco lounge chairs designed by Einari Kyöstilä and produced by Asko

Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

Rare decorative candle holders in bronze and soapstone, Finland, Art Deco
Rare decorative candle holders in bronze and soapstone, Finland, Art Deco

Rare decorative candle holders in bronze and soapstone, Finland, Art Deco

Located in Stockholm, SE

, Finland, 1920/30s Art Deco. With makers label, damaged - signed Helsinki. In good condition, smaller

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Soapstone, Bronze

Finnish Art Deco Entrance / Center Table in Oak & Marble, Circa 1930s
Finnish Art Deco Entrance / Center Table in Oak & Marble, Circa 1930s

Finnish Art Deco Entrance / Center Table in Oak & Marble, Circa 1930s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful Art Deco coffee table featuring an oak base, chrome legs, marble top. The materials

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Marble, Chrome

1930s Pair of Finnish Art Deco Curved Lounge Chairs in Birch
1930s Pair of Finnish Art Deco Curved Lounge Chairs in Birch

1930s Pair of Finnish Art Deco Curved Lounge Chairs in Birch

Located in Waalwijk, NL

1930s Finnish take on Art Deco. Their shape is defined first and foremost by the curve: a continuous

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

The Nordic Construct: A Vintage Finnish Art Deco Masterpiece of Bauhaus Elegance
The Nordic Construct: A Vintage Finnish Art Deco Masterpiece of Bauhaus Elegance

The Nordic Construct: A Vintage Finnish Art Deco Masterpiece of Bauhaus Elegance

By Impi Sotavalta

Located in Dallas, TX

Sotavalta. Art Deco Bauhaus. Abrash. Handwoven wool. Made in Finland. Measures: 06'06 x 09'07. Pile Height

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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian ...

Materials

Wool

Finnish Brass Candle Sconce Model 1100 by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, 1920s/1930s
Finnish Brass Candle Sconce Model 1100 by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, 1920s/1930s

Finnish Brass Candle Sconce Model 1100 by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, 1920s/1930s

By Antti Hakkarainen

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Beautiful Finnish Art Deco -style brass candle sconce model 1100 by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen from

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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Pendant in Brass, Birch & Opaline Glass, PSO Finalnd 1940s
Art Deco Pendant in Brass, Birch & Opaline Glass, PSO Finalnd 1940s

Art Deco Pendant in Brass, Birch & Opaline Glass, PSO Finalnd 1940s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful example of Finnish art deco craftsmanship. A beautiful piece with stained birch, cast

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Delicate Pendant in Nickled Brass & Glass 313/3 Antti Hakkarainen, Finland 1930s
Delicate Pendant in Nickled Brass & Glass 313/3 Antti Hakkarainen, Finland 1930s

Delicate Pendant in Nickled Brass & Glass 313/3 Antti Hakkarainen, Finland 1930s

By Antti Hakkarainen, Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Located in Helsinki, FI

piece a quiet, poetic presence. A timeless example of Finnish Art Deco at its most understated — and a

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Art Deco Wall Sconce Model 7004 for Taito Oy, 1930s
Paavo Tynell Art Deco Wall Sconce Model 7004 for Taito Oy, 1930s

Paavo Tynell Art Deco Wall Sconce Model 7004 for Taito Oy, 1930s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Karis, Nyland

An original Finnish Art Deco wall sconce designed by Paavo Tynell, model 7004, produced by Taito Oy

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Console Table with Drawers and Wall Mirror, Asko, Finland, 1930s
Art Deco Console Table with Drawers and Wall Mirror, Asko, Finland, 1930s

Art Deco Console Table with Drawers and Wall Mirror, Asko, Finland, 1930s

By Asko

Located in Karis, Nyland

strong visual presence while maintaining a compact footprint. A distinctive example of Finnish Art Deco

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Art Deco Table / Wall Lamp in Chromed and Opaline Glass, Idman 1940s
Art Deco Table / Wall Lamp in Chromed and Opaline Glass, Idman 1940s

Art Deco Table / Wall Lamp in Chromed and Opaline Glass, Idman 1940s

By Idman Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

An elegant Finnish Art Deco table lamp in chromed or nickled brass with an adjustable white opaline

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Deco Pendant, Finland, 1930s
Art Deco Pendant, Finland, 1930s

Art Deco Pendant, Finland, 1930s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Art Deco pendant, manufactured in Finland, 1930s. Metal frame with wood detail, cord wrapping on

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Geometric Wall Rya Rug, Finland
Art Deco Geometric Wall Rya Rug, Finland

Art Deco Geometric Wall Rya Rug, Finland

Located in Rīga, LV

Art Deco style wool Rya Rug with a geometric pattern. Dimensions: H(without/with fringe) 143/166

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Finnish Rare Art Deco Cabinet 1930's By Antti Salmenlinna
Finnish Rare Art Deco Cabinet 1930's By Antti Salmenlinna

Finnish Rare Art Deco Cabinet 1930's By Antti Salmenlinna

By Asko

Located in Kangasala, FI

minimal material cost. This cupboard presents fine example of Finnish style movement from Art Deco to

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Cupboards

Materials

Birch

Bedside tables in stained curly birch, Art Deco, Finland 1930s
Bedside tables in stained curly birch, Art Deco, Finland 1930s

Bedside tables in stained curly birch, Art Deco, Finland 1930s

Located in Stockholm, SE

A pair of Art Deco bedside tables with bakelite knobs / handles, Finland 1930a. Beautiful

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Eliel Saarinen Blue Chairs, Art Deco, Hand-Painted, Finland, 1983
Eliel Saarinen Blue Chairs, Art Deco, Hand-Painted, Finland, 1983

Eliel Saarinen Blue Chairs, Art Deco, Hand-Painted, Finland, 1983

By Eliel Saarinen

Located in Charleston, SC

America, the exotic-looking "Blue Chair" bears a strong Art Deco influence. This pair of limited edition

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Vintage 1980s Finnish Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland, 1940s
Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland, 1940s

Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland, 1940s

By Arabia

Located in Balen, BE

Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland – 1940s This charming Art Deco vase by Arabia Finland from

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Arabia, Finland, Large Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, 1920s/30s
Arabia, Finland, Large Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, 1920s/30s

Arabia, Finland, Large Art Deco Vase in Glazed Faience, 1920s/30s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Arabia, Finland. Large Art Deco vase in glazed faience. Beautiful marbled glaze. 1920/30s

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Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Faience

Large Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland, 1940s
Large Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland, 1940s

Large Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland, 1940s

By Arabia

Located in Balen, BE

Large Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Arabia Finland – 1940s This striking Art Deco ceramic vase by

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Paavo Tynell & Taito, Pair of Art Deco Silver Plated Candelabra, Finland, 1930s
Paavo Tynell & Taito, Pair of Art Deco Silver Plated Candelabra, Finland, 1930s

Paavo Tynell & Taito, Pair of Art Deco Silver Plated Candelabra, Finland, 1930s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Pair of Art Deco silver plated metal candelabra by Paavo Tynell. Model 8026. Made in Finland by

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Ziggurat Ceiling Pendant, Chromed metal and Opaline shade Finland 1930s
Art Deco Ziggurat Ceiling Pendant, Chromed metal and Opaline shade Finland 1930s

Art Deco Ziggurat Ceiling Pendant, Chromed metal and Opaline shade Finland 1930s

By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Helsinki, FI

A minimalist Art Deco Finnish lamp with a ziggurat style opaline glass shade. The lamp is not

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

"Leaping Deer", Large, Rare Art Deco Low Bowl in Yellow and Blue, Finland
"Leaping Deer", Large, Rare Art Deco Low Bowl in Yellow and Blue, Finland

"Leaping Deer", Large, Rare Art Deco Low Bowl in Yellow and Blue, Finland

By Kupittaan Savi

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Bold and substantial, this high style Art Deco low bowl, glazed in sky blues and golden yellows

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Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Table Lamp, Oak Base with Brass Shade, Finnish Design, 1930s
Art Deco Table Lamp, Oak Base with Brass Shade, Finnish Design, 1930s

Art Deco Table Lamp, Oak Base with Brass Shade, Finnish Design, 1930s

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Discover elegance with this Art Deco wooden table lamp. An exquisite piece crafted by an anonymous

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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1920's Margareta Ahlstedt-Willandt Finnish Röllakan, Art Deco Bauhaus
1920's Margareta Ahlstedt-Willandt Finnish Röllakan, Art Deco Bauhaus

1920's Margareta Ahlstedt-Willandt Finnish Röllakan, Art Deco Bauhaus

Located in Dallas, TX

78477 Margareta Ahlstedt-Willandt Finnish Flatweave Rug, 06'04 x 09'10. Woven in the golden hush

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Early 20th Century Finnish Colonial Revival Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Arto Deco Cabinet in Dark Birch with Intarsia, Finland 1930s
Beautiful Arto Deco Cabinet in Dark Birch with Intarsia, Finland 1930s

Beautiful Arto Deco Cabinet in Dark Birch with Intarsia, Finland 1930s

Located in Helsinki, FI

cabinet bears the hallmarks of early Finnish craftsmanship, where traditional decorative techniques were

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Finnish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Metal, Finland, 1930s
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Metal, Finland, 1930s

Finnish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Metal, Finland, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A birch, off-white fabric and metal sofa designed in Finland, 1930s. Seat Height (inches): 16

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Metal

1920's Laila Karttunen Finnish Röllakan for Kiikan Mattokutomo, Art Deco Bauhaus
1920's Laila Karttunen Finnish Röllakan for Kiikan Mattokutomo, Art Deco Bauhaus

1920's Laila Karttunen Finnish Röllakan for Kiikan Mattokutomo, Art Deco Bauhaus

By Kiikan Kutomo, Laila Karttunen

Located in Dallas, TX

for Kiikan Mattokutomo. Art Deco Bauhaus Style Abrash. Handwoven wool. Made in Finland. Measures

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Early 20th Century Finnish Aesthetic Movement Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Unique table, Art Deco 1930/40s
Unique table, Art Deco 1930/40s

Unique table, Art Deco 1930/40s

Located in Stockholm, SE

A one of a kind Art Deco / 1930/40s table in stained beech. Found in Finland. The table feet remind

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Tables

Materials

Beech

Art Deco Vanity, Early 20th Century
Art Deco Vanity, Early 20th Century

Art Deco Vanity, Early 20th Century

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Art Deco vanity, Early 20th Century. Wood frame, metal handles. Good vintage condition, rich patina

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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Cabinet Attributed to Eliel Saarinen
Art Deco Cabinet Attributed to Eliel Saarinen

Art Deco Cabinet Attributed to Eliel Saarinen

By Eliel Saarinen

Located in Atlanta, GA

"National Romantic Style" in Finland - essentially a twist on what became known worldwide as Art Deco - with

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Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Birch, Burl

8 Glases 1970, label made in Finland, Design Tapio Wirkkala
8 Glases 1970, label made in Finland, Design Tapio Wirkkala

8 Glases 1970, label made in Finland, Design Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

White & Gold Art Deco 'Medusa' Tea Caddy by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1930s
White & Gold Art Deco 'Medusa' Tea Caddy by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1930s

White & Gold Art Deco 'Medusa' Tea Caddy by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1930s

By Tyra Lundgren Carolina, Arabia of Finland, ALP Lidköping 1, Arabia

Located in Malmö, SE

A stunning porcelain Art Deco / Swedish Grace tea caddy, with amazing relief decor picturing

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Art Deco Sideboard Attributed to Eliel Saarinen
Art Deco Sideboard Attributed to Eliel Saarinen

Art Deco Sideboard Attributed to Eliel Saarinen

By Eliel Saarinen

Located in Atlanta, GA

"National Romantic Style" in Finland essentially a twist on what became known worldwide as Art Deco with its

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Vintage 1920s Finnish Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Birch, Burl

White Art Deco Vase by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1929. Swedish Grace.
White Art Deco Vase by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1929. Swedish Grace.

White Art Deco Vase by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1929. Swedish Grace.

By Arabia of Finland, Tyra Lundgren Carolina, Arabia, ALP Lidköping 1

Located in Malmö, SE

A stunning stoneware Art Deco / Swedish Grace vase. Amazing relief decor with hand-painted details

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Blue Art Deco Table Lamp by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1920s. Swedish Grace.
Blue Art Deco Table Lamp by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1920s. Swedish Grace.

Blue Art Deco Table Lamp by Tyra Lundgren for ALP, Sweden, 1920s. Swedish Grace.

By Tyra Lundgren Carolina, Arabia of Finland, ALP Lidköping 1, Arabia

Located in Malmö, SE

A stunning stoneware Swedish Grace / Art Deco table lamp. Amazing relief decor with hand-painted

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

1930s Finnish Wrought Iron Side Table with Blue Ceramic Top
1930s Finnish Wrought Iron Side Table with Blue Ceramic Top

1930s Finnish Wrought Iron Side Table with Blue Ceramic Top

By Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

This Finnish early 20th century wrought iron side table is a stunning blend of sturdy craftsmanship

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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Tubular Steel Functional Desk in Birch, Heteka Finland 1930s
Tubular Steel Functional Desk in Birch, Heteka Finland 1930s

Tubular Steel Functional Desk in Birch, Heteka Finland 1930s

By Heteka, Pauli Blomstedt

Located in Helsinki, FI

made by Heteka Finland and is most probably by the renowned Finnish Architect Pauli Blomstedt who was

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Burl Wood and Brass Table Lamp, Finland, 1940s
Burl Wood and Brass Table Lamp, Finland, 1940s

Burl Wood and Brass Table Lamp, Finland, 1940s

Located in Karis, Nyland

from the late 1940s. The design carries a subtle Art Deco influence, visible in the tapered proportions

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1930s Finnish Wrought Iron Side Table with yellow glass top
1930s Finnish Wrought Iron Side Table with yellow glass top

1930s Finnish Wrought Iron Side Table with yellow glass top

By Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

This Finnish early 20th century wrought iron side table is a stunning blend of sturdy craftsmanship

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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

6 Glases 1970, label made in Finland,  Tapio Wirkkala With its original box
6 Glases 1970, label made in Finland,  Tapio Wirkkala With its original box

6 Glases 1970, label made in Finland, Tapio Wirkkala With its original box

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you

Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Silver & Ebony Conductor Baton, Arvi Kallio, Lahti Finland c. 1913
Silver & Ebony Conductor Baton, Arvi Kallio, Lahti Finland c. 1913

Silver & Ebony Conductor Baton, Arvi Kallio, Lahti Finland c. 1913

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful art deco conductor's baton in black ebony and silver mountings by Finnish silversmith

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Vintage 1910s Finnish Art Deco Musical Instruments

Materials

Silver

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Finnish Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Finnish art deco for your home. Each Finnish art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, birch and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Finnish art deco — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right Finnish art deco, those designed in Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Alvar Aalto, Eliel Saarinen and Paavo Tynell each produced at least one beautiful Finnish art deco that is worth considering.

How Much is a Finnish Art Deco?

A Finnish art deco can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,667, while the lowest priced sells for $198 and the highest can go for as much as $16,917.

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 Finnish Art Deco
  • 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.