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Large Ironstone Milk Jug
Large Ironstone Milk Jug

Large Ironstone Milk Jug

Unavailable|$384

Large Ironstone Milk Jug

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

A very large, ironstone milk jug with front support handle. Really clean undamaged condition

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Vase
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Vase

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Art Deco 1920s Egyptian revival handled jug urn vase glazed ceramic from a Palm Beach

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Square Silver Plated Ballentines Thermos Jug
Square Silver Plated Ballentines Thermos Jug

Square Silver Plated Ballentines Thermos Jug

Located in London, London

A large square silver plated thermos with lid, with the Ballentines logo and crest.

Category

20th Century Scottish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

1970's Modernist Copper Jug by Perk
1970's Modernist Copper Jug by Perk

1970's Modernist Copper Jug by Perk

Located in Brno, CZ

This is a water jug made in the 1970's by Perk company in Switzerland. The jug is made entirely of

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Art Deco Jars

Materials

Copper

Ceramic Water Jug, Jean De Lespinasse, circa 1960
Ceramic Water Jug, Jean De Lespinasse, circa 1960

Ceramic Water Jug, Jean De Lespinasse, circa 1960

By Jean De Lespinasse

Located in Paris, FR

This blue water jug is decorated by some stylised friezes on the body of the piece. It was made by

Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Silver Cream Jug Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cup by Harald Nielsen 1938 Denmark
Silver Cream Jug Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cup by Harald Nielsen 1938 Denmark

Silver Cream Jug Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cup by Harald Nielsen 1938 Denmark

By Harald Nielsen, Georg Jensen

Located in Antwerpen, BE

Introducing a fully hallmarked, sterling silver cream jug crafted by renowned manufacturer Georg

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Jug Silver, Denmark
Art Deco Jug Silver, Denmark

Art Deco Jug Silver, Denmark

By Simon Groth

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Art Deco jug. Denmark Copenhagen, 825 silver, 515 grammes. Copenhagen hallmark with the year 03 for

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Silver

JEAN TETARD - Solid silver ART DECO jug circa 1930
JEAN TETARD - Solid silver ART DECO jug circa 1930

JEAN TETARD - Solid silver ART DECO jug circa 1930

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Elegant solid silver Art Deco jug, resting on a wide oval base with subtly curved sides. The domed

Category

20th Century Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Moser Art Deco Glass Pitcher Hand-Engraved with Diana and Wolfs in Clear Crystal
Moser Art Deco Glass Pitcher Hand-Engraved with Diana and Wolfs in Clear Crystal

Moser Art Deco Glass Pitcher Hand-Engraved with Diana and Wolfs in Clear Crystal

By Moser Glassworks

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Large Art Deco jug handblown in clear crystal by Moser Karlsbad. Hand-engraved design shows goddess

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Green Glass Italian Jug, circa 1930
Art Deco Green Glass Italian Jug, circa 1930

Art Deco Green Glass Italian Jug, circa 1930

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A glass and silver plated jug made in Italy in the 1930s in perfect conditions.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Art Glass

Art Deco Sterling Silver Water Jug from 1935
Art Deco Sterling Silver Water Jug from 1935

Art Deco Sterling Silver Water Jug from 1935

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in London, London

jug has a plain bellied body, and a reed detailed scroll handle. The water jug measures 6"(15cm) tall

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid Holland Art Deco Neolca Pottery Jug
Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid Holland Art Deco Neolca Pottery Jug

Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid Holland Art Deco Neolca Pottery Jug

By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning Dutch Gouda, Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland Art Deco pottery jug hand painted in the

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Longpark Large & Rare Art Deco Hand Painted Exhibition Art Pottery Jug
Longpark Large & Rare Art Deco Hand Painted Exhibition Art Pottery Jug

Longpark Large & Rare Art Deco Hand Painted Exhibition Art Pottery Jug

By Torquay Factory

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning and large Longpark Torquay hand painted art pottery jug, believed to be an exhibition

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware, Terracotta

Just Andersen Style, Art Deco Bronze Jug, Organically Shaped, Denmark
Just Andersen Style, Art Deco Bronze Jug, Organically Shaped, Denmark

Just Andersen Style, Art Deco Bronze Jug, Organically Shaped, Denmark

Located in København, Copenhagen

Just Andersen style, Art Deco bronze jug, organically shaped. Denmark. Approx. 1930s. In good

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Cream Jug - Octagonal - London 1930
Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Cream Jug - Octagonal - London 1930

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Cream Jug - Octagonal - London 1930

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1930, this handsome, Art Deco period, Sterling Silver Cream Jug, is

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique George V Sterling Silver Coffee Jug, Art Deco Style
Antique George V Sterling Silver Coffee Jug, Art Deco Style

Antique George V Sterling Silver Coffee Jug, Art Deco Style

By Stower & Wragg Ltd. 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver coffee jug in the Art Deco style; an

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen, Denmark, Art Deco Sauce Jug in Sterling Silver
Hans Hansen, Denmark, Art Deco Sauce Jug in Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen, Denmark, Art Deco Sauce Jug in Sterling Silver

Located in København, Copenhagen

Hans Hansen (1884 - 1940), Denmark. Art deco sauce jug in sterling silver with handle in ebony

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Martini / Cocktail Jug and Mixing Spoon c.1940
Art Deco Martini / Cocktail Jug and Mixing Spoon c.1940

Art Deco Martini / Cocktail Jug and Mixing Spoon c.1940

By William Adams

Located in Bath, GB

A stylish piece of vintage barware, dating back to the late Art Deco era, c.1940. English in

Category

Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Evald Nielsen, Art Deco Cream Jug in Danish 830 Silver, 1973
Evald Nielsen, Art Deco Cream Jug in Danish 830 Silver, 1973

Evald Nielsen, Art Deco Cream Jug in Danish 830 Silver, 1973

Located in København, Copenhagen

Evald Nielsen, Art Deco cream jug in Danish 830 silver. Dated 1937. In excellent condition

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique Art Deco Silver Plated and Cut Crystal Claret Jug, 1920s
Antique Art Deco Silver Plated and Cut Crystal Claret Jug, 1920s

Antique Art Deco Silver Plated and Cut Crystal Claret Jug, 1920s

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique Art Deco silver plated claret jug, Circa1920 in date. The claret jug

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail / Martini Jug and Spoon c.1940
Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail / Martini Jug and Spoon c.1940

Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail / Martini Jug and Spoon c.1940

By P.H. Vogel & Co.

Located in Bath, GB

. The jug has a removable strainer which fixes into the top of the jug and the two mounts are used to

Category

Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Just Andersen, Denmark, Art Deco Tin Water Jug with a Wicker Handle
Just Andersen, Denmark, Art Deco Tin Water Jug with a Wicker Handle

Just Andersen, Denmark, Art Deco Tin Water Jug with a Wicker Handle

Located in København, Copenhagen

Just Andersen (1884-1943), Denmark. Art Deco tin water jug with a wicker handle. 1940s. Model

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Tin

Art Deco Patinated Bronze Vase / Jug by GAB, Swedish Grace Era, 1930s
Art Deco Patinated Bronze Vase / Jug by GAB, Swedish Grace Era, 1930s

Art Deco Patinated Bronze Vase / Jug by GAB, Swedish Grace Era, 1930s

By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget

Located in Stockholm, SE

balanced proportions show how Swedish designers reinterpreted classical forms through an Art Deco lens

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Bronze

Clarice Cliff ART DECO HAND PAINTED NEWLYN PATTERN LOTUS JUG C.1934
Clarice Cliff ART DECO HAND PAINTED NEWLYN PATTERN LOTUS JUG C.1934

Clarice Cliff ART DECO HAND PAINTED NEWLYN PATTERN LOTUS JUG C.1934

By Clarice Cliff

Located in Stourbridge, West Midlands

A beautiful and rare Lotus jug in the Newlyn design. This will date to 1934 and is only the second

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Georg Jensen Art Deco Sterling Silver Jug in Fluted Style, Model Number 856
Georg Jensen Art Deco Sterling Silver Jug in Fluted Style, Model Number 856

Georg Jensen Art Deco Sterling Silver Jug in Fluted Style, Model Number 856

Located in København, Copenhagen

Georg Jensen art deco sterling silver jug in fluted style, model number 856. Designed by Sigvard

Category

20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century German Art Deco Solid Silver & Cut Glass Lemonade Jug, c.1920
20th Century German Art Deco Solid Silver & Cut Glass Lemonade Jug, c.1920

20th Century German Art Deco Solid Silver & Cut Glass Lemonade Jug, c.1920

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early-20th century German Art Deco solid silver and glass massive lemonade jug with grooved

Category

20th Century German Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver

20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver & Cut Glass Lemonade Jug, London, c.1931
20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver & Cut Glass Lemonade Jug, London, c.1931

20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver & Cut Glass Lemonade Jug, London, c.1931

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

20th Century Art Deco silver and glass massive lemonade jug with deep cut crystal glass body and

Category

20th Century British Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Art deco Danish silver water jug by Fritz Heimburger of Copenhagen made in 1939
Art deco Danish silver water jug by Fritz Heimburger of Copenhagen made in 1939

Art deco Danish silver water jug by Fritz Heimburger of Copenhagen made in 1939

By Firmaet Frits Heimburger

Located in London, London

Siggaard, this very handsome, Danish 830 Standard Silver Water Jug, is in the art deco taste, and features

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Nason & Moretti, Murano, Jug in Mouth-Blown Art Glass, 1930s
Nason & Moretti, Murano, Jug in Mouth-Blown Art Glass, 1930s

Nason & Moretti, Murano, Jug in Mouth-Blown Art Glass, 1930s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Nason & Moretti, murano. Jug in mouth-blown art glass with hand-painted turquoise and gold

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Art Deco Scottish Sterling Silver Cream Jug / Creamer and Sugar Bow
Antique Art Deco Scottish Sterling Silver Cream Jug / Creamer and Sugar Bow

Antique Art Deco Scottish Sterling Silver Cream Jug / Creamer and Sugar Bow

By Hamilton & Inches Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

bowl made in the Art Deco style; an addition to our sterling teaware collection. This exceptional

Category

Vintage 1930s Scottish Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

French Oil Jug
French Oil Jug

French Oil Jug

Sold|$1,395

French Oil Jug

Located in Long Island City, NY

16th Century French oil jug found in a dive port in Nice with prolonged sea water exposure.

Category

Antique 16th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Clay, Pottery

Eros Genazzi Silver Jug, 1930s
Eros Genazzi Silver Jug, 1930s

Eros Genazzi Silver Jug, 1930s

By Eros Genazzi

Located in Brussels, BE

Genazzi is an Italian goldsmith. His design is very modernist and follows simple lines. The jug is

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Three Keeling & Co. Ceramic Jug, circa 1930
Three Keeling & Co. Ceramic Jug, circa 1930

Three Keeling & Co. Ceramic Jug, circa 1930

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Three different English jugs made in 1930 circa, all marked in the bottom by Keeling & Co. It was

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Kähler, Denmark, Jug in Glazed Ceramics, 1930s/40s
Kähler, Denmark, Jug in Glazed Ceramics, 1930s/40s

Kähler, Denmark, Jug in Glazed Ceramics, 1930s/40s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Kähler, Denmark. Jug in glazed ceramics. Flowers on a cream-coloured background. Modern design

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Clarice Cliff PICASSO FLOWER ATHENS JUG C.1930
Clarice Cliff PICASSO FLOWER ATHENS JUG C.1930

Clarice Cliff PICASSO FLOWER ATHENS JUG C.1930

By Clarice Cliff

Located in Stourbridge, West Midlands

A superbly decorated Athens shape jug in Picasso Flower, a super abstract design that works

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

French Cocktail / Bar Water Jug by Christofle, Paris
French Cocktail / Bar Water Jug by Christofle, Paris

French Cocktail / Bar Water Jug by Christofle, Paris

By Christofle

Located in Bath, GB

Dating to the 20th century, this Art Deco style jug or pitcher is perfect for your drinks tray or

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Victorian silver-mounted glass claret jugs
Pair of Victorian silver-mounted glass claret jugs

Pair of Victorian silver-mounted glass claret jugs

By John Grinsell & Sons

Located in London, GB

Pair of fine quality late-Victorian antique wine jugs with hand-blown quadra-form glass bodies

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Art Deco Urns

Materials

Sterling Silver

An Elegant Schneider Amethyst Glass Jug, 1928-30
An Elegant Schneider Amethyst Glass Jug, 1928-30

An Elegant Schneider Amethyst Glass Jug, 1928-30

By Schneider

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

An Elegant Schneider Amethyst Glass Jug, 1928-30 The tallest and most refined example that we have

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Sterling Silver Teapot and Cream Jug London 1839
Sterling Silver Teapot and Cream Jug London 1839

Sterling Silver Teapot and Cream Jug London 1839

By Joseph Angell I & John Angell I 1

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Sterling silver teapot and cream jug Date : Hallmarked in London in 1839 for Joseph and

Category

Antique 1830s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Glass Hobnail Jug in Pink by Empoli Italy
Glass Hobnail Jug in Pink by Empoli Italy

Glass Hobnail Jug in Pink by Empoli Italy

By Vetrerie di Empoli

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

Handmade hobnail glass jug by Italian manufacturer Empoli in pink. Fills with about 2liters of

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Blown Glass

Clarice Cliffe Conical Jug- Fantasque Bizarre Trees & House Pattern ca.1931
Clarice Cliffe Conical Jug- Fantasque Bizarre Trees & House Pattern ca.1931

Clarice Cliffe Conical Jug- Fantasque Bizarre Trees & House Pattern ca.1931

By Clarice Cliff

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

jug characterises the ART DECO period, combining its geometric shape, powerful simple design and bold

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Antique Sterling Silver Cream Jug and Sugar Bowl, 1930s
Antique Sterling Silver Cream Jug and Sugar Bowl, 1930s

Antique Sterling Silver Cream Jug and Sugar Bowl, 1930s

By William Greenwood & Sons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

bowl and cream jug are fitted the original Art Deco style Fibre handles accented with subtle elevated

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1930s Clarice Cliff Celadon Jug and Matching Bowl Large Sized
1930s Clarice Cliff Celadon Jug and Matching Bowl Large Sized

1930s Clarice Cliff Celadon Jug and Matching Bowl Large Sized

By Clarice Cliff

Located in Torquay, GB

Clarice Cliff, ceramic large Jug and matching bowl. From the 'Celadon' range circa 1935. Glazed

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Art Deco Silver 4pc Tea & Coffee set Chester 1931
Fine Art Deco Silver 4pc Tea & Coffee set Chester 1931

Fine Art Deco Silver 4pc Tea & Coffee set Chester 1931

By Julius Blanckensee

Located in Dereham, GB

Fine Art Deco Silver 4pc Tea & Coffee set Chester 1931 Tea pot, Coffee pot, sugar bowl, milk jug

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Harry Simeon Rare Royal Doulton Slip Cast Miniature Marriage Day Jug
Harry Simeon Rare Royal Doulton Slip Cast Miniature Marriage Day Jug

Harry Simeon Rare Royal Doulton Slip Cast Miniature Marriage Day Jug

By Doulton Lambeth

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare Art Deco Royal Doulton miniature clip cast miniature Marriage Day jug designed by Harry

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Pottery

Materials

Pottery

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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 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.