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Art Deco Lighter by JMCO, Austria, c1930's
Located in Devon, England
Fantastic little Art Deco lighter made by the Austrian company JMCO. Superb casing which geometric
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco 'Lighter than Air' Diamond Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
epitomizes Art Deco design. The eye is drawn first to the center where an old mine .25ct diamond is set
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
Late Art Deco Paction Enamel Lighter with Enamel and Chrome Thunderbolt Design
Located in Red Lion, PA
Late Art Deco “Paction” Enamel and Chrome Lighter with Thunderbolt Motif PAC Japan, c. 1940s
A
Category
Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Enamel, Chrome
DUNHILL Paris 1934 Art Deco Carved Bamboo Petrol Desk Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
Paris France by the luxury brand of Alfred Dunhill, back in the 1934. The unusual art deco lighter was
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold, Brass
$1,715 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Art Deco Silver Lighter
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant little lighter will fit into any pocket or small handbag. It was created out of silver
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Golf Bag Lighter
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco metal golf bag cigarette lighter.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Ashtrays
Materials
Metal
Elegant 14k Deco Gold Lighter
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 14k Deco Gold Lighter from the 1930's. Elegant ribbed design with space for monogram. Top
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desk Accessories
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Ronson 1936 Art Deco Tourette Geometric Bronze Table Touch Iip Lighter
By Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
in Newark New Jersey by Ronson, at The Art Metal Works Co. during the art deco period, back in the
Category
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Bronze
$906 Sale Price
30% Off
RONSON USA 1927 Art Deco Tabourette Desk Lighter In Chromed Steel
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
New Jersey United States by The Ronson Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1927. This is a
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$488 Sale Price
30% Off
RONSON 1929 Art Deco New Yorker Skyscraper Desk Lighter In Chrome
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
, created in New Jersey United States by The Ronson Metal Works Co. during the art deco period, back in the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$488 Sale Price
30% Off
Ronson USA 1934 Art Deco Black Lacquered Rondette Desk Lighter in Stainless Stee
By Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
New Jersey United States by The Ronson Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1934. This is a
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
$416 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Stunning 1930's Art Deco Marathon Gold and Enamel Cigarette Case Lighter
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning 1930's Art Deco Marathon gold and enamel cigarette case lighter in great working
Category
Antique Early 19th Century North American Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Enamel
$502 Sale Price
34% Off
RONSON 1937 Art Deco T-T Smoker's Desk Double Box & Touch Tip Lighter
By Ronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1937. The desk box is named by Ronson as, T-T Smoker's
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Enamel, Steel, Chrome
$3,465 Sale Price
30% Off
RONSON 1937 Art Deco Brown Lacquered Desk Box With Touch Tip Striker Lighter
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
box & touch-tip lighter, created in New Jersey United States by The Ronson Lighter Co. during the art
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,048 Sale Price
30% Off
Ronson USA 1934 Art Deco Faux Tortoise Lacquer Rondette Desk Lighter In Chromed
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
Jersey United States by The Ronson Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1934. This is a very
Category
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$451 Sale Price
30% Off
Ronson USA 1938 Art Deco Touch Tip Lighter Junior Bar In Steel & Lacquer
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
made by Ronson, prized by Art Deco, Americana and of course Lighter collectors around the world. They
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel
$4,725 Sale Price
30% Off
Ronson 1939 Art Deco Table Touch Tip Octette Lighter Machine Age Bakelite Steel
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
tapered cone knob like this one.
A fabulous Art Deco / Machine Age design, crafted with streamline
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$829 Sale Price
30% Off
RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson.
A beautiful, exceedingly rare
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Contemporary Art
Materials
Brass, Steel
$3,489 Sale Price
30% Off
Art Deco Small Spelter Female Table Lighter, C1930
Located in Devon, England
An original 1930's Art Deco cold painted spelter figure strike lighter. Depicts a young woman
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
1940s Art Deco Cigarette Lighter Aluminum Block Lift Arm
By Dunhill
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Art Deco Vintage 1940s Aluminum Block Lift Arm Side Wheel Cigarette Lighter
2.13 x 1 W x .63
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Aluminum
$95 Sale Price
45% Off
Art Deco Boy Golfer Lighter by Lorenzl, C1930
By Josef Lorenzl
Located in Devon, England
An Art Deco patinated at metal figural table lighter of Boy Golfer on an Onyx base. Made by the
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Chrome, Spelter
Stunning Art Deco, Machine Age Aluminum Cigarette Lighter Collection
By Ronson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Art Deco, Machine Age aluminum cigarette lighter collection, new or old stock, never used
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Aluminum
Ronson USA 1935 Art Deco Black Lacquered Desk Box With Octette Touch Tip Lighter
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
handles, created in New Jersey United States by The Ronson Co. during the art deco period, back in the
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,249 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Art Deco French Tulip Lamp Up-lighter, 1930
Located in Devon, England
A lovely example of an Art Deco table uplighter that shows great style and imagination. It is made
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Dupont Ligne 2 Lacquer American Art Deco (Chrysler Building) Lighter
By S.T. Dupont
Located in Norwood, NJ
This is a limited edition S.T Dupont Ligne 2 Lacquer American Art Deco (Chrysler Building) Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold Plate
Large Antique Lighter, Iron, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Exceptional lighter from heavy iron, France, early 20th century.
Not functional.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Spark Japanese Tourist Pop Lighter
By Spark Creations
Located in New York, NY
Retro, late 1960s to 1970s
This lighter is from a lot bound to the holy land and it has never been
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Vanity Items
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Ronson Black Lather Lighter
Located in New York, NY
Ronson Black Bound lather lighter
A lovely vintage Ronson gas leather bound lighter, it has been
Category
Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Stainless Steel
$464 Sale Price
20% Off
1933 Art Deco Marathon Combination Lighter / Cigarette Case by F. A. Whittaker
Located in Red Lion, PA
1933 Art Deco Marathon Combination Lighter & Cigarette Case by F. A. Whittaker
A rare and
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Rare Leather Bound Art Deco Windproof Flip Pocket Lighter by Champ Austria
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare leather-wrapped flip-top pocket lighter by Champ Austria, featuring a case with Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1940s Austrian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel
$150 Sale Price
40% Off
American Art Deco 1930 Geometric Skyscraper Desk Lighter In Catalin Bakelite
By Ellis
Located in Miami, FL
Skyscraper art deco table lighter in Catalin plastic.
This is a beautiful historical piece from
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Bakelite
$558 Sale Price
30% Off
Art Deco Chrome Lighted Smoker's Stand or Ashtray with Electric Lighter
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Art Deco styled lighted smoker's stand is unsigned but presumed to have been made in the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Antique Art Deco Figural Marching Band Drum & Drumsticks Cigarette Table Lighter
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The lighter is done in a realistic manner and
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Brass
BENEY 1926 England Art Deco Semi Automatic Petrol Lighter With Lizard Leather
Located in Miami, FL
London England during the Art Deco period, back in 1919-1926. The lighter was designed by Robert Ernest
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Brass, Silver Plate
$1,048 Sale Price
30% Off
ALFRED DUNHILL 1930 England Art Deco Unique Sport Pocket Petrol Lighter Silver
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
lighter designed by the Alfred Dunhill Company during the Art Deco period, back in 1930. This is the
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate, Brass
$698 Sale Price
30% Off
“Circa” 1970s Vintage Mini Lipstick Patrol Lighter
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Mini Lipstick Lighter gold tone
VINTAGE
LIPSTICK SHAPE
Mini
PETROL LIGHTER
WICK & FLINT
The
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Vanity Items
$189 Sale Price
51% Off
UDALL & BALLOU 1920 Art Deco Golf Ball Desk Lighter In , 925 Sterling
By Udall & Ballou
Located in Miami, FL
created in New York City during the art-deco period by Udall & Ballou, back in 1920. The model was
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,575 Sale Price
30% Off
NAPIER Surefire 1928 Art Deco Asymmetric Pocket Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling
By Napier Co.
Located in Miami, FL
in Meriden United States by The Napier Company during the art deco period, back in the 1928. This is
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,715 Sale Price
30% Off
1930s Art Deco Coty Perfume Bottle in Original Brass Lighter Style Case
Located in Red Lion, PA
Rare 1930s Art Deco Coty Perfume in Cigarette Lighter-Style Brass and Bakelite Case
This exquisite
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal
Schlumberger For Tiffany & Co. Gold Fish Lighter
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Schlumberger For Tiffany & Co. Gold Fish Lighter
An exquisite example of artistic innovation, this
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desk Accessories
Materials
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
BENEY 1940 Art Deco Penge Model Petrol Pocket Lighter In Chromed Steel
Located in Miami, FL
model and has been crafted with modernist art deco patterns in solid chromed steel with engine turned
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
$418 Sale Price
30% Off
RIPLEY & GOWAN 1928 Art Deco .925 Sterling Guilloche Enamel Purse Petrol Lighter
Located in Miami, FL
An art-deco pocket petrol lighter designed by Ripley & Gowan Co.
This is a beautiful and unusual
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver
$628 Sale Price
30% Off
1930 Ronson Tuxedo Art Deco Mint and Kelly Green Cigarette Lighter / Case Combo
By Ronson
Located in Red Lion, PA
1930 Ronson “Tuxedo” Art Deco Cigarette Case & Lighter Combo, Mint and Kelly Green Enamel
A
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Enamel
ALFRED DUNHILL Paris 1936 Art Deco The Handy / Savory Petrol Pocket Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
-automatic full-size lighter is the iconic and popular Savory model, crafted with art deco patterns in solid
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass
$908 Sale Price
30% Off
1933 Marathon Art Deco Enamel and Chrome Combo Jazz Age Cigarette Case & Lighter
Located in Red Lion, PA
1933 Marathon Art Deco Enamel and Chrome Combination Cigarette Case & Lighter
This rare 1933 Art
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Enamel, Chrome
WISE & GREENWOOD Pre-Dunhill 1923 Art Deco Unique C Lift Arm Petrol Lighter
By William Greenwood & Sons, Alfred Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
Pre-Dunhill Unique-C size petrol lighter designed by Wise & Greenwood.
The silversmiths workshop
Category
Vintage 1970s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Brass
$1,398 Sale Price
30% Off
CARTIER 1935 Paris Art-Deco Desk Club Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling Silver
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco tall desk-lighter designed by Cartier.
This is a beautiful and very rare desk-club
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
$5,215 Sale Price
30% Off
DUNHILL London Art Deco Green & Black Enamel Desk Lighter In 925 Sterling Silver
By Alfred Dunhill, Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
club-lighter is quite rare and has been designed with art deco patterns showing the patented Dunhill
Category
Vintage 1980s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$3,675 Sale Price
30% Off
Polaire Paris 1938 Art Deco Table Desk Petrol Lighter-Clock In Chromed Steel
By Polaris
Located in Miami, FL
decorative and has been crafted with geometric art deco patterns in solid chromed steel with high polished
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$978 Sale Price
30% Off
ALFRED DUNHILL Paris 1936 Art Deco Savory Petrol Pocket Lighter In .925 Sterling
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
full-size lighter is the iconic and popular Savory model, crafted with art deco patterns in solid .925
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,748 Sale Price
30% Off
Naldun 1930 Art Deco Pocket Lighter Sterling Silver & Essex Glass Horse Intaglio
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco petrol lighter designed by Naldun.
Very beautiful and useful petrol lighter, created
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$472 Sale Price
30% Off
1940's Art Deco Partner Wind Up Musical Lighter Red and Black on Polished Chrome
Located in Red Lion, PA
1940s Art Deco Partner Wind-Up Musical Lighter, Red & Black with Polished Chrome
A striking
Category
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Jonson & Marcius Art Deco Smoke Set, Lighter and Box Black and Gold 1980s, USA
By Gene Jonson and Robert Marcius
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Jonson & Marcius Art Deco Smoke Set, Lighter and Box Black and Gold 1980s, USA
Decorated in Black
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Enamel, Gold Leaf
TRENCH ART 1930 Art-Deco European Train Desk Petrol Lighter In Copper & Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
Steam engine train locomotive desk lighter
This is a very nice trench art petrol table lighter of
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper, Tin
$698 Sale Price
30% Off
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Black Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Black Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case In a Super Mint Condition
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Gold Plate
$696 Sale Price
20% Off
French large Art Deco brass and leather table lighter by Polaire of Paris c 1920
Located in Central England, GB
This superb large art deco table lighter is in remarkable original condition. It is a very eye
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Leather
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Lighter, Circa 1980s Original C
By Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Lighter, Circa 1980s Original Case
“YSL” Yves
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
$448 Sale Price
20% Off
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Art Deco Lighter For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco lighter you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, chrome and silver, every art deco lighter was constructed with great care. Find 110 options for an antique or vintage art deco lighter now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco lighter — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right art deco lighter, those designed in Art Deco, Folk Art and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Alfred Dunhill, Dunhill and Ronson each produced at least one beautiful art deco lighter that is worth considering.
How Much is a Art Deco Lighter?
The average selling price for an art deco lighter at 1stDibs is $963, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $50,963 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 Lighter
- 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 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 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.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
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