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Edgar Brandt, Master of Art Deco Ironwork - Book
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
. What became known as Art Deco - after the 1925 Exposition des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes
Category
20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
Edgard Brandt French Art Deco Wrought Iron Room Dividers
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Miami, FL
Master of Art Deco Ironwork, Edgar Brandt designed this refined interior Gate for an Art Deco house
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Doors and Gates
Materials
Iron
$19,200 Sale Price
31% Off
H 60 in W 80 in D 1 in
French Art Deco Palm Frond Floor Lamp by Edgar Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in New York, NY
Ironworker, Edgar Brandt.
Literature: See Edgar Brandt, master of Art Deco ironwork by Joan Kahr.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps
"Rooster" model book squeezer by Edgar Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
). Signed E, BRANDT
Reproduced in the books, Joan Kahr, Edgar Brandt: Art Deco Ironwork, New York, 2010, p
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron Mistletoe Paperweight by Edgar Brandt 1921
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
.
This model is illustrated on page 114 of the book:
Edgar Brandt master of art deco ironwork by Joan
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Iron
Pair of Edgar Brandt & Daum Art Deco Table Lamps
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Bridgewater, CT
, circa 1925. Similar model reproduced in: Joan Kahr, "Edgar Brandt, Master of Art Deco Ironwork
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Table Lamp by Raymond Subes
By Raymond Subes
Located in Bridgewater, CT
cover of the 1997 Dover Edition of "French Art Deco Ironwork Designs: Raymond Subes and Others"
Category
Vintage 1930s French Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Pair of Mistletoe Boule de Gui Art Deco table lamps Edgar Brandt and Daum 1925
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pair of Mistletoe or Boule de Gui Art Deco table lamps by Edgar Brandt and Daum.
Wrought iron lamp
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
$8,932 / set
H 10.83 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Travertine Console Attributed to Edgar Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in New York, NY
/ designer of the French Art Deco period. His work defined Art Deco ironwork and it can also be found in
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Travertine, Wrought Iron
$9,500
H 28.5 in W 21.5 in D 13.75 in
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Lamp
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
greatest exponent of Art Deco ironwork.
He died in Collonge-Bellerive on May 8, 1960.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Rare Art Deco Lantern
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
greatest exponent of Art Deco ironwork.
He died in Collonge-Bellerive on May 8, 1960.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Lamp Sphere model
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco lamp circa 1925.
Wrought iron base, sphere model.
Alabaster tulip.
Electrified, B22 socket
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Chandelier
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
gallery in Paris.
BRANDT is considered the greatest exponent of Art Deco ironwork.
He died in Collonge
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Wrought Iron Coat Rack
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
decorative art gallery in Paris.
BRANDT is considered the greatest exponent of Art Deco ironwork.
He died
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Element Decorative Wrought Iron Snake Art Deco
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
considered the greatest exponent of Art Deco ironwork.
He died in Collonge-Bellerive on May 8, 1960.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Et Daum Nancy Art Deco Lamp
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
be the first decorative art gallery in Paris.
BRANDT is considered the greatest exponent of Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Rare Art Deco Wrought Iron Mirror, 1932
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
considered the greatest exponent of Art Deco ironwork.
He died in Collonge-Bellerive on May 8, 1960.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Silver Brooch Art Nouveau
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
considered the greatest exponent of Art Deco ironwork.
He died in Collonge-Bellerive on May 8, 1960.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Silver
An Art Deco Iron Hanukkah Menorah, France Circa 1925
Located in New York, NY
that this is an unmistakable piece of French art deco ironwork.
The person who fabricated this massive
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Candelabras
Materials
Iron
$44,000 Sale Price
20% Off
H 19.89 in W 21.86 in D 9.06 in
1940s Art Deco Austrian Ironwork Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A large Art Deco table lamp in forged, beaten and welded iron. The domed shade with its pronounced
Category
20th Century Austrian Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Edgar Brandt and Daum Nancy Art Deco Chandelier
By Daum, Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
considered the greatest exponent of Art Deco ironwork.
He died in Collonge-Bellerive on May 8, 1960.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Louis XV Style Wrought Iron and Green Marble Console Table - Style of E. Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Morristown, NJ
vocabulary are strongly evocative of the work of Edgar Brandt, the celebrated French master of Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
$7,500 / item
H 37 in W 81 in D 23.5 in
Edgar BRANDT French Art Deco Wrought-iron Table Lamp, 1920
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
" on the base (see photo). Illustrated in "Edgar Brandt, Master of Art Deco Ironwork" by Joan Kahr
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
French Art Deco Muller Freres Chandelier, Ironwork attributed to Edgar Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant French Art Deco hand hammered iron and glass chandelier featuring four panels and four
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Set of Two Art Deco Vases, Roger Guerin with Floral Ironwork of F.Carion
By Francois Carion, Roger Guerin
Located in Lisse, NL
Set of Two Art Deco Ceramic Vases by Roger Guérin with Wrought Iron Floral Work by F. Carion
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Pottery
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Coffee Table Églomisé Attributed to Raymond Subes and Max Ingrand
By Raymond Subes
Located in Chicago, IL
French art Deco coffee table, attributed to Raymond Subes (notable for his extraordinary ironwork
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
$6,800
H 17 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in
Edgar Brandt and Daum “La Tentation” Table Lamp
By Daum, Edgar Brandt
Located in New York, NY
”
Literature: A similar lamp is pictured in: Edgar Brandt: Master of Art Deco Ironwork, by Joan Kahr, New York
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Gate, After Edgar Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Brandt – Master of Art deco ironwork – Éditions Harry N. Abrams, New York, 1999. Un modèle identique de
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Doors and Gates
Materials
Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt "Simplicite" Console with Original Marble Top
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Art Deco ironwork ever produced.
He was awarded the title of Knight of the Legion of Honor, and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Iron
"Industrial, " Collection of Ironworker Paintings and Drawings by Garth, 1920s
By John Garth
Located in Philadelphia, PA
scrapbook page by John Garth, celebrates the American ironworker. It includes no fewer than seven works
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
$8,500
H 14.25 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
Zadounaïsky Suite of 4 Art Deco Wall Lights
By Michel Zadounaïsky
Located in NANTES, FR
Zadounaïsky Suite of 4 Art Deco Wall Lights
Elegant Art Deco sconces, circa 1930, in wrought iron
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Marcel VASSEUR Large Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
By Marcel Vasseur
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Paris. In the Art Deco period, this ironworker occupies in a special place in the French metalwork
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Coffee Table in Marble and Wrought Iron, France, circa 1940
By Gilbert Poillerat, Raymond Subes
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
painted dark green.
Beautiful ironwork.
Art Deco, France, circa 1940.
Unsigned. In the style of the
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
$803 Sale Price
25% Off
H 18.9 in W 41.34 in D 23.63 in
Large Bicéphalous Wrought Iron Lamp by Schneider, France, Art Deco, Circa 1920
By Charles Schneider, Schneider, Verreries Schneider
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
French Art Deco.
The frame showcases fine ironwork with a carefully restored patina: stripped, treated
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
$5,001
H 22.05 in W 18.12 in D 7.09 in
Fer Forge Torchieres by Raymond Sube with Daum Art Glass Shade
By Raymond Subes
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
floral decoration.
The torchiere is also documented in the book "Art Deco decorative ironwork" by
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Ironwork Coffee or Side Table with Black White Marble Top
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco iron table, custom made exclusively for Art Deco Collection in the original Fer Forge
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble, Iron
Lamp By Edgar Brandt In Art Deco Wrought Iron
By Edgar Brandt
Located in charmes, FR
Bibliography: Variant motif reproduced in Edgar BRANDT Master of Art Deco Ironwork, by Joan KAHR, p. 196 new
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Wrought Iron and Marble Console and Mirror
By Edgar Brandt
Located in New York, NY
, Edgar Brandt Master of Art Deco Ironwork, Harry H. Abrams, Inc., Publishers, New York, 1999, p. 88 for a
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
$150,000 / set
H 30 in W 23.75 in D 7.25 in
Art Deco Showcase with Lalique Glass Doors
By René Lalique
Located in North Hollywood, CA
the finest fashion, reminiscent of the Art Deco ironwork of Edgar Brandt. The interior was fitted out
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Wood
Art Deco Iron and Alabaster Table Lamp Pair
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Ironwork and Alabaster on a grand scale! Another in our series of custom-made iron in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Console and Mirror by Paul Kiss, Signed, circa 1927
By Paul Kiss
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Unique, signed piece by Paul Kiss, one of the most renowned masters of French Art Deco Ironwork
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Firescreen French Ironwork Fer Forge
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Firescreen French Ironwork Fer Forge. Stunning panel with repetitive abstract balloon
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Metalwork
Materials
Iron
A Paul Kiss Art Deco Candle Stand
By Paul Kiss
Located in London, GB
Paul Kiss was a French artist famous for his art deco ornamental ironwork, producing excellent
Category
Early 20th Century French Candle Holders
Materials
Iron, Brass
Art Deco ironwork console
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Superb deco ironwork panel, newly crafted sides and fossil stone top
Category
20th Century American Console Tables
Materials
Stone, Iron
Edgar Brandt - Master Of Art Deco Ironwork - Joan Kahr - 1999 Harry N. Abrams
By Joan Kahr, Harry N. Abrams
Located in Rochester, NY
Edgar Brandt - Master of Art Deco Ironwork - Joan Kahr - 1999 Harry N. Abrams, Inc. Publishers
Category
1990s American Art Deco Books
Materials
Paper
$50
H 11.25 in W 9.25 in D 1.25 in
EDGAR BRANDT - Master of Art Deco Ironwork. Book.
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This is the first and probably the definitive book to document the life and work of the premier metalsmith of the 20th century. At the 1925 Exposition des Arts Decoratifs his pieces ...
Category
20th Century Books
EDGAR BRANDT Art Deco Table Mirror
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Brandt: Master of Art Deco Ironwork" by Joan Kahr (1999, Harry N. Abrams Pub.) p. 164
Category
Vintage 1930s French Table Mirrors
Materials
Wrought Iron
FERRONNERIE D'ART - 'The Art of Ironwork' Folio with 36 Loose Plates
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Deco Ironwork dating from circa 1930.
1. La Rue Moderne - which has nine plates.
2. L'Interieur
Category
20th Century Books
$1,850
H 17.25 in W 13 in D 0.75 in
Art Deco Wrought Iron Mistletoe Paperweight by Edgar Brandt 1921
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
.
This model is illustrated on page 114 of the book:
Edgar Brandt master of art deco ironwork by Joan
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Iron
$1,965 / item
H 3.94 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in
Edgar Brandt French Art Deco Obus Chromed Steel Paperweight
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
condition.
Literature:
Edgar Brandt master of Art Deco ironwork by Joan Kahr.
Abrams.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Wrought Iron Ashtray with Elephant by Edgar Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
.
Literature:
“Edgar Brandt master of art deco ironwork” by Joan Kahr. Abrams.
Fedex shipping: $ 75
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Ashtrays
An Art Deco wrought Iron Mistletoe paperweight by Edgar Brandt, 1921.
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature:
This model is illustrated on page 114 of the book:
Edgar Brandt master of art deco ironwork
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,429
H 3.55 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Art Deco Wrought Iron Ashtray with Wing Edgar Brandt, 1930
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
d'Interrogation" from Paris to New York.
Literature:
“Edgar Brandt master of Art Deco ironwork” by Joan Kahr.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ashtrays
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Pair of Art Deco Wrought Iron Pelican Bookends by Edgar Brandt 1924 France
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
, see page 129 of? Edgar Brandt master of Art Deco ironwork by Joan Kahr. Abrams.
Size of one bookend
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Wrought Iron
$10,420
H 6.7 in W 6.11 in D 2.96 in
Pair of Art Deco Mistletoe Lamps Wrought Iron Edgar Brandt & Daum France 1920
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
illustrated on page 114 of the book:?Edgar Brandt, Master of Art Deco ironwork by Joan Kahr. ?Abrams.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
$8,932 / set
H 10.04 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Art Deco Wing and Ball Wrought Iron Bookends Edgar Brandt, 1930
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
rectangular base by Edgar Brandt, France 1930.
“Edgar Brandt master of Art Deco ironwork” by Joan Kahr
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Wrought Iron
$5,895 / set
H 9.06 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in
A Bronze Art Deco Cobra Pocket Watch Stand by Edgar Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
.
Information about the artist:
Edgar Brandt master of art deco ironwork by Joan Kahr.
Abrams.
Category
Early 20th Century Desk Accessories
Materials
Bronze
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Pelican Bookends Wrought Iron, France, 1924
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
, see page 129 of
Edgar Brandt, master of Art Deco ironwork by Joan Kahr. Abrams.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Wrought Iron
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Art Deco Ironwork For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of art deco ironwork on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and paint. Find 16 options for an antique or vintage piece of art deco ironwork now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each item from our selection of art deco ironwork bearing Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made choice in our collection of art deco ironwork has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by John Garth, Edgar Brandt and Joan Kahr are consistently popular.
How Much is a Art Deco Ironwork?
The average selling price for a piece of art deco ironwork at 1stDibs is $3,500, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced.
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
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
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 Ironwork
- 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
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art 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.
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The 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.
- 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. - 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 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 was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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.
- 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024There 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, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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.
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