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Antique Art Deco Claret Jug, Solid Silver & Cut Glass, London 1906
Antique Art Deco Claret Jug, Solid Silver & Cut Glass, London 1906

Antique Art Deco Claret Jug, Solid Silver & Cut Glass, London 1906

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 20th Century English Art Deco solid silver & cut glass large claret jug. Of tapering

Category

20th Century British Other Barware

Materials

Silver

Handpainted German Bauhaus Era Pottery Jug Vase - Suprematist Art Deco Design
Handpainted German Bauhaus Era Pottery Jug Vase - Suprematist Art Deco Design

Handpainted German Bauhaus Era Pottery Jug Vase - Suprematist Art Deco Design

By Bauhaus, Bauhaus Deutschland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This unique vintage handpainted pottery jug vase showcases a striking Art Deco Bauhaus design with

Category

Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Art Deco German Green Glass Jug by Prof. Bruno Mauder, 1930s
Art Deco German Green Glass Jug by Prof. Bruno Mauder, 1930s

Art Deco German Green Glass Jug by Prof. Bruno Mauder, 1930s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Art Deco German Green Glass Jug by Prof. Bruno Mauder for Zwiesel Theresienthal, 1930s, in Very

Category

20th Century German Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Antique 20thC Art Deco Silver Plated & Enamel Water Jug, King George IV Whisky
Antique 20thC Art Deco Silver Plated & Enamel Water Jug, King George IV Whisky

Antique 20thC Art Deco Silver Plated & Enamel Water Jug, King George IV Whisky

By Walker & Hall

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 20th Century Art Deco large silver plated water jug. Crafted in a unique rectangular shape

Category

Vintage 1920s British Other Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

"Datura" jug by Charder.
"Datura" jug by Charder.

"Datura" jug by Charder.

By Charder

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

"Datura" jug by Charder. Gérard Bertrand (1995) "Schneider maître verrier: Charder, le verre

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Jars

Materials

Glass

Louis LOURIOUX Stoneware Jug, 1920
Louis LOURIOUX Stoneware Jug, 1920

Louis LOURIOUX Stoneware Jug, 1920

By Louis Lourioux

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco stoneware jug by Louis LOURIOUX (Foecy), France, ca.1920. Height : 8.25"(21cm

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

"Escargot" jug by Le Verre Français
"Escargot" jug by Le Verre Français

"Escargot" jug by Le Verre Français

By Le Verre Francais

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

"Escargot" jug by Le Verre Français. Marie-Christine Joulin Gerold Maier (2004) "Charles Schneider

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Jars

Materials

Glass

"Chênes" jug by Le Verre Français
"Chênes" jug by Le Verre Français

"Chênes" jug by Le Verre Français

By Le Verre Francais

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

"Chênes" jug by Le Verre Français Marie-Christine Joulin Gerold Maier (2004) "Charles Schneider

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Jars

Materials

Glass

"Oronge" jug by Le Verre Français
"Oronge" jug by Le Verre Français

"Oronge" jug by Le Verre Français

By Le Verre Francais

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

"Oronge" jug by Le Verre Français. Gérard Bertrand (1995) "Schneider maître verrier: Charder, le

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Jars

Materials

Glass

Antique Moser Decanter and water jug
Antique Moser Decanter and water jug

Antique Moser Decanter and water jug

By Carl Moser 1

Located in LYON, FR

-plated mouth of the jug. This exceptional drinkware set has delighted royal families and cut crystal

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Glass set, tray, jug, 4 glass, France, 1940
Glass set, tray, jug, 4 glass, France, 1940

Glass set, tray, jug, 4 glass, France, 1940

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Art Deco period. The carafe features a delicately pinched spout, while the glasses have a flared

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Art Deco Tea Set In Fine Silver Porcelain
Art Deco Tea Set In Fine Silver Porcelain

Art Deco Tea Set In Fine Silver Porcelain

Located in BARSAC, FR

decoration in typical Art Deco shapes. Consisting of: 1 jug 1 milk jug 1 sugar bowl 10 cups and

Category

Mid-20th Century Slovak Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Kähler, Denmark, Glazed Stoneware Jug, 1920s-1930s
Kähler, Denmark, Glazed Stoneware Jug, 1920s-1930s

Kähler, Denmark, Glazed Stoneware Jug, 1920s-1930s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Kähler, Denmark, glazed stoneware jug. Marked. 1920s-1930s. Measures: 20.5 cm. x 13 cm. incl. the

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Pitchers

Seguso Corroso Murano Glass Water Jug, Italy 1930s
Seguso Corroso Murano Glass Water Jug, Italy 1930s

Seguso Corroso Murano Glass Water Jug, Italy 1930s

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Milan, IT

Seguso Corroso Murano Glass Water Jug, Italy 1930s

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Kähler, Denmark, Cream Jug in Glazed Stoneware, 1940s
Kähler, Denmark, Cream Jug in Glazed Stoneware, 1940s

Kähler, Denmark, Cream Jug in Glazed Stoneware, 1940s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Kähler, Denmark. Cream jug in glazed stoneware. Beautiful orange uranium glaze. 1940s. Measures: 9

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Gilbert Metenier French Art Deco Stoneware Pitcher, 1910s
Gilbert Metenier French Art Deco Stoneware Pitcher, 1910s

Gilbert Metenier French Art Deco Stoneware Pitcher, 1910s

By Gilbert Metenier

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco stoneware pitcher - jug by Gilbert Méténier (Gannat), France, 1910s. Superb

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

c. 1920s Anglo-American Silver Plate Syrup Jug With Stand
c. 1920s Anglo-American Silver Plate Syrup Jug With Stand

c. 1920s Anglo-American Silver Plate Syrup Jug With Stand

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1920s silver plate syrup jug in stand, Anglo-American. Designed in mimic a strapped & staved

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

1930s Yellow, Brown and Orange Futurist Ceramic Italian Jug
1930s Yellow, Brown and Orange Futurist Ceramic Italian Jug

1930s Yellow, Brown and Orange Futurist Ceramic Italian Jug

Located in Aci Castello, IT

An hand-painted Italian pitcher with futurist decorations in good conditions, it's signed in a side.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitcher shaped as a Duck, England 1920s
Antique Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitcher shaped as a Duck, England 1920s

Antique Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitcher shaped as a Duck, England 1920s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a striking pair of English Art Deco claret jugs or decanters, crafted

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Danish Kähler HAK Jug / Pitcher with Uranium Glaze by Nils Kähler, 1930s-1940s
Danish Kähler HAK Jug / Pitcher with Uranium Glaze by Nils Kähler, 1930s-1940s

Danish Kähler HAK Jug / Pitcher with Uranium Glaze by Nils Kähler, 1930s-1940s

By Herman A. Kähler 1, Nils Kähler

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Art Deco ceramic jug or pitcher designed by Nils Kähler and made by Herman A. Kählers ceramic

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Four Piece Tea and Coffee Service (1967)
Vintage Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Four Piece Tea and Coffee Service (1967)

Vintage Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Four Piece Tea and Coffee Service (1967)

By Stower & Wragg Ltd. 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

stepped Art Deco style. The cream jug and sugar bowl are fitted with C shaped sterling silver handles

Category

Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bode Willumson 1920's / 30's Scorpion Jug private studio before Royal Copenhagen
Bode Willumson 1920's / 30's Scorpion Jug private studio before Royal Copenhagen

Bode Willumson 1920's / 30's Scorpion Jug private studio before Royal Copenhagen

By Bode Willumsen

Located in Mobile, AL

. Variously described as gothic, brooding and Art Deco, Willumsen's work represents a sophisticated strain of

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

PINK Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
PINK Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

PINK Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

By La muerte tiene permiso

Located in London, GB

Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...

Category

2010s Mexican Art Deco Jars

Materials

Ceramic

RED Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
RED Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

RED Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

By La muerte tiene permiso

Located in London, GB

Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...

Category

2010s Mexican Art Deco Jars

Materials

Ceramic

BLACK Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
BLACK Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

BLACK Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

By La muerte tiene permiso

Located in London, GB

Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...

Category

2010s Mexican Art Deco Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Green Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
Green Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

Green Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

By La muerte tiene permiso

Located in London, GB

Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...

Category

2010s Mexican Art Deco Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Yellow Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal
Yellow Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

Yellow Carafe Contemporary Inspired by Traditional Jug Pitcher for Mezcal

By La muerte tiene permiso

Located in London, GB

Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...

Category

2010s Mexican Art Deco Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Silver Pitcher, Italy Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver
Antique Silver Pitcher, Italy Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver

Antique Silver Pitcher, Italy Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Italian Silver & Crystal Claret Jug – Decorative Glass Pitcher with Etched Leaves, Bird

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Cut Crystal & Silver Plated Claret Jug or Decanter with Chiller Insert
Antique Cut Crystal & Silver Plated Claret Jug or Decanter with Chiller Insert

Antique Cut Crystal & Silver Plated Claret Jug or Decanter with Chiller Insert

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

toa apprximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The jug is composed of heavy faceted lead

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Wmf Silver Plated Crystal Lemonade / Cocktail Jug Engraved with Circle Motifs
Wmf Silver Plated Crystal Lemonade / Cocktail Jug Engraved with Circle Motifs

Wmf Silver Plated Crystal Lemonade / Cocktail Jug Engraved with Circle Motifs

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in London, GB

A WMF silver plated crystal lemonade / cocktail jug engraved with circle motifs. Mounted with a

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Lovely Antique Cut Glass Crystal Decanter Jug Brandy Sterling Hanging Label 1974
Lovely Antique Cut Glass Crystal Decanter Jug Brandy Sterling Hanging Label 1974

Lovely Antique Cut Glass Crystal Decanter Jug Brandy Sterling Hanging Label 1974

Located in GB

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale sublime cut glass crystal decanter with sterling silver Brandy hanging label A good looking and decorative pi...

Category

Vintage 1970s British Art Deco Pitchers and Decanters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Pitcher, Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay
Antique Silver Pitcher, Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay

Antique Silver Pitcher, Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Italian Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver plated Head 1880s

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay
Antique Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay

Antique Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Italian Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver plated Head 1880s

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940
Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940

Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940

By Michael Andersen & Son

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Large fish-shaped ceramic pitcher. Measurements: L: 9.5 inches (24 cm), H: 7.7 inches (19.5 cm). Stamped with the Crestmark of Michael Andersen & Son and the serial/model number: 446...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Carafe Contemporary Yet Inspired by Traditional Carafes Jug, Pitcher for Mezcal
Carafe Contemporary Yet Inspired by Traditional Carafes Jug, Pitcher for Mezcal

Carafe Contemporary Yet Inspired by Traditional Carafes Jug, Pitcher for Mezcal

By La muerte tiene permiso

Located in London, GB

Set includes - 1 bottle and 2 cups Our carafe colection is a tribute to the traditional pitchers of the regions of Tonala´ and Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, these two regions developed du...

Category

2010s Mexican Art Deco Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Antique German .800 Silver and Diamond Cut Crystal Claret Jug or Pitcher
Antique German .800 Silver and Diamond Cut Crystal Claret Jug or Pitcher

Antique German .800 Silver and Diamond Cut Crystal Claret Jug or Pitcher

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Germany and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The body of the jug is

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Tura Aldo for Macabo Pair of Italian Thermal Jugs in Bamboo and Metal
Tura Aldo for Macabo Pair of Italian Thermal Jugs in Bamboo and Metal

Tura Aldo for Macabo Pair of Italian Thermal Jugs in Bamboo and Metal

By Aldo Tura, Macabo

Located in Prato, Tuscany

in 1939 in Cusano Milanino, Lombardy, Italy. Working between the trends of Art Deco and modernism

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Metal

Franciscan by Gladding McBean El Patio Jug Carafe w/ Lid, Sea Mist Green 1930s
Franciscan by Gladding McBean El Patio Jug Carafe w/ Lid, Sea Mist Green 1930s

Franciscan by Gladding McBean El Patio Jug Carafe w/ Lid, Sea Mist Green 1930s

By Gladding, McBean, Franciscan China 1

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Art deco style carafe or jug with lid features simple, clean design, the iconic “pretzel

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Gift Set 5 GLASS OBJECTS, Monica Bratt, Ruby Red Candle Holder / Jug Reimyre
Gift Set 5 GLASS OBJECTS, Monica Bratt, Ruby Red Candle Holder / Jug Reimyre

Gift Set 5 GLASS OBJECTS, Monica Bratt, Ruby Red Candle Holder / Jug Reimyre

Located in Wembley, GB

set: 2 candle holders, jug, bowl, and glass Iconic ruby red art glass – highly collectible Mid-century

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

PAIR OF HERMES KELLY WICKER & BROWN LEATHER PiCNIC PITCHER JUGS PART OF SUITE
PAIR OF HERMES KELLY WICKER & BROWN LEATHER PiCNIC PITCHER JUGS PART OF SUITE

PAIR OF HERMES KELLY WICKER & BROWN LEATHER PiCNIC PITCHER JUGS PART OF SUITE

By Hermès

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

opportunity to own this custom made pair of Pitcher Jugs which are part of a suite of Hermes Paris “Farming

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Leather, Wicker

English Silver Mug Antique Cup Silver Plated Jug Handled Plain Drink Tankard
English Silver Mug Antique Cup Silver Plated Jug Handled Plain Drink Tankard

English Silver Mug Antique Cup Silver Plated Jug Handled Plain Drink Tankard

Located in Wembley, GB

English Silver-Plated Mug or Tankard with Handle, Mid-20th Century A handsome English silver-plated mug or tankard, dating from the mid-20th century, featuring a smooth cylindrical f...

Category

Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Cologne Stoneware Jug
Cologne Stoneware Jug

Cologne Stoneware Jug

Unavailable|$321

Cologne Stoneware Jug

Located in Sint-Kruis, BE

Blue and grey glazed oversized art deco jug from Cologne, circa 1920. The blue and grey glazed

Category

Vintage 1920s German Vases

Materials

Stoneware

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Art Deco Jug For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco jug you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An art deco jug — often made from metal, silver and ceramic — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer art deco jug, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right art deco jug, those designed in Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one art deco jug that is appealing in its simplicity, but Asprey International Limited, Clarice Cliff and Asprey & Garrard Limited produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Art Deco Jug?

An art deco jug can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $742, while the lowest priced sells for $134 and the highest can go for as much as $10,643.

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.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Art Deco Jug
  • 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 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 ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.

    Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.

    The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The 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.