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ALFRED DUNHILL Paris 1936 Art Deco The Handy / Savory Petrol Pocket Lighter
ALFRED DUNHILL Paris 1936 Art Deco The Handy / Savory Petrol Pocket Lighter

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

ALFRED DUNHILL 1928 Art-Deco Unique Single Arm Tall Club Lighter In Gilt
ALFRED DUNHILL 1928 Art-Deco Unique Single Arm Tall Club Lighter In Gilt

ALFRED DUNHILL 1928 Art-Deco Unique Single Arm Tall Club Lighter In Gilt

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in Miami, FL

. Country: Switzerland, France, England. Period: Art-deco, 1926-1930. Style model: Dunhill club lighter

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver, Steel

Gold Plated S.T. Dupont Ligne 1 Lighter, Art Deco, France, Circa 1970s
Gold Plated S.T. Dupont Ligne 1 Lighter, Art Deco, France, Circa 1970s

Gold Plated S.T. Dupont Ligne 1 Lighter, Art Deco, France, Circa 1970s

By S.T. Dupont

Located in Reading, Berkshire

ST Dupont Ligne 1 Gold Plated Cigarette Lighter With Dupont Box Engine Turned Lighter With DuPont

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold Plate

CARTIER 1935 Paris Art-Deco Desk Club Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling Silver
CARTIER 1935 Paris Art-Deco Desk Club Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling Silver

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

DUNHILL London Art Deco Green & Black Enamel Desk Lighter In 925 Sterling Silver
DUNHILL London Art Deco Green & Black Enamel Desk Lighter In 925 Sterling Silver

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

An Art Deco Ronson Oval Touch Tip Table Lighter With A Tortoise Shell Finish
An Art Deco Ronson Oval Touch Tip Table Lighter With A Tortoise Shell Finish

An Art Deco Ronson Oval Touch Tip Table Lighter With A Tortoise Shell Finish

By Ronson

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An Art Deco Ronson Oval Touch Tip Table Lighter With Tortoise Shell Finish & Chrome Case - US

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Polaire Paris 1938 Art Deco Table Desk Petrol Lighter-Clock In Chromed Steel
Polaire Paris 1938 Art Deco Table Desk Petrol Lighter-Clock In Chromed Steel

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

Naldun 1930 Art Deco Pocket Lighter Sterling Silver & Essex Glass Horse Intaglio
Naldun 1930 Art Deco Pocket Lighter Sterling Silver & Essex Glass Horse Intaglio

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

ALFRED DUNHILL Paris 1936 Art Deco Savory Petrol Pocket Lighter In .925 Sterling
ALFRED DUNHILL Paris 1936 Art Deco Savory Petrol Pocket Lighter In .925 Sterling

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

DUNHILL Paris 1955 Art Deco Large Desk Lift-Arm Lighter in Solid Sterling Silver
DUNHILL Paris 1955 Art Deco Large Desk Lift-Arm Lighter in Solid Sterling Silver

DUNHILL Paris 1955 Art Deco Large Desk Lift-Arm Lighter in Solid Sterling Silver

By Dunhill, Alfred Dunhill

Located in Miami, FL

model is quite rare, designed with refined Art Deco-inspired patterns and featuring the patented Dunhill

Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Jonson & Marcius Art Deco Smoke Set, Lighter and Box Black and Gold 1980s, USA
Jonson & Marcius Art Deco Smoke Set, Lighter and Box Black and Gold 1980s, USA

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
TRENCH ART 1930 Art-Deco European Train Desk Petrol Lighter In Copper & Bronze

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

Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case & YSL Lighter Set
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case & YSL Lighter Set

Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Case & YSL Lighter Set

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent “YSL” Retro Cigarette Case & Black Lighter Set, Circa 1980 A rare and

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate

ST Dupont Lighter Laque de Chine Blue Gold Original France Paris
ST Dupont Lighter Laque de Chine Blue Gold Original France Paris

ST Dupont Lighter Laque de Chine Blue Gold Original France Paris

By Cartier

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

ST Dupont Lighter Laque de Chine Blue Gold Original France Paris with box Dimensions Height: 6cm

Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Gold Silver Lighter, Circa 1980s
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Gold Silver Lighter, Circa 1980s

Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Gold Silver Lighter, Circa 1980s

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Gold Silver Lighter, Circa 1980s Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, Silver

Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Black Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Black Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case

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

Rare Vintage Dupont Lighter & Christian Dior Cufflinks & Neck Tie Gift Set
Rare Vintage Dupont Lighter & Christian Dior Cufflinks & Neck Tie Gift Set

Rare Vintage Dupont Lighter & Christian Dior Cufflinks & Neck Tie Gift Set

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Rare Vintage Dupont Lighter & Christian Dior Cufflinks & Neck Tie Gift Set Vintage Christian Dior

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Art Deco Ball Player Table Table Lighter with Base by Ronson
Art Deco Ball Player Table Table Lighter with Base by Ronson

Art Deco Ball Player Table Table Lighter with Base by Ronson

By Ronson

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Decorative chrome Art Deco Round Ball lighter on a black enameled stepped base with a chromed

Category

Vintage 1930s American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Tennis Rondelight, Table Lighter by Karl Hagenauer for Ronson, 1930s
Tennis Rondelight, Table Lighter by Karl Hagenauer for Ronson, 1930s

Tennis Rondelight, Table Lighter by Karl Hagenauer for Ronson, 1930s

By Ronson Art Metal Works, Karl Hagenauer, Ronson

Located in Brussel, BE

Beautiful Art Deco ball portable lighter with a brass stripe, set on a table base of black enameled

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Brass

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent “YSL” Retro Cigarette Case & Black Lighter Set, Circa
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent “YSL” Retro Cigarette Case & Black Lighter Set, Circa

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent “YSL” Retro Cigarette Case & Black Lighter Set, Circa

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent “YSL” Retro Cigarette, Pill Or Make Up Case & Black Lighter Set, Circa

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate

Rare mini Lipstick QUART DE TOUR, France, Vintage Snake Skin Petrol Lighter
Rare mini Lipstick QUART DE TOUR, France, Vintage Snake Skin Petrol Lighter

Rare mini Lipstick QUART DE TOUR, France, Vintage Snake Skin Petrol Lighter

By Bochic

Located in New York, NY

Very rare and hard to find a Mini Lipstick - QUART DE TOUR - made in France Vintage petrol lighter

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Lighter, Circa 1980s Original C
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Lighter, Circa 1980s Original C

Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Lighter, Circa 1980s Original C

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Rare Cognac & Gold Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Retro Cigarette Lighter, Circa 1980s Original

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Art Deco Gilt Metal Bookends by Ronson Oriental Sculptures Circa 1930
Art Deco Gilt Metal Bookends by Ronson Oriental Sculptures Circa 1930

Art Deco Gilt Metal Bookends by Ronson Oriental Sculptures Circa 1930

By Ronson Art Metal Works

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Art Deco home accessories, including bookends, lighters, lamps, and sculptural objects, all celebrated

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Metal

Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter & Christian Dior Neck Tie Gift Set
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter & Christian Dior Neck Tie Gift Set

Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter & Christian Dior Neck Tie Gift Set

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter & Christian Dior Neck Tie Gift Set Vintage Christian

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

1949 Art Deco Ronson "Spartan" Streamline Table Lighter in Chrome & Black Enamel
1949 Art Deco Ronson "Spartan" Streamline Table Lighter in Chrome & Black Enamel

1949 Art Deco Ronson "Spartan" Streamline Table Lighter in Chrome & Black Enamel

By Ronson, Louis Vincent Aronson

Located in Red Lion, PA

cousin of Art Deco, smooth curves, horizontal speed lines, polished chrome, and a sense of forward motion

Category

Vintage 1940s American Streamlined Moderne Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated light Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter
Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated light Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter

Rare Iconic Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated light Cognac Lacquer Swiss Made Lighter

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in New York, NY

Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated and Light Cognac light lacquer Swiss Made lighter In mint

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

DUPONT Paris 1940-1945 Deco Petrol Pocket Lighter In Solid Aluminum
DUPONT Paris 1940-1945 Deco Petrol Pocket Lighter In Solid Aluminum

DUPONT Paris 1940-1945 Deco Petrol Pocket Lighter In Solid Aluminum

By S.T. Dupont

Located in Miami, FL

A Dupont petrol lighter made in France. This is a very nice pocket petrol lighter created in Paris

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Aluminum

Ronson England 1929 Deco RonDeLight Steel Table Lighter Black & Cream Lacquer
Ronson England 1929 Deco RonDeLight Steel Table Lighter Black & Cream Lacquer

Ronson England 1929 Deco RonDeLight Steel Table Lighter Black & Cream Lacquer

By Ronson, Louis Vincent Aronson

Located in Miami, FL

England by The Ronson Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1929. This is a very unusual lighter

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel

RONSON 1928 Junior Sport First Thumb Model Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling
RONSON 1928 Junior Sport First Thumb Model Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling

RONSON 1928 Junior Sport First Thumb Model Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling

By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson

Located in Miami, FL

lighter created in New Jersey United States by The Ronson Art Metal Work Co. during the art deco period

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

RONSON 1930 Junior Sport Second Thumb Model Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling
RONSON 1930 Junior Sport Second Thumb Model Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling

RONSON 1930 Junior Sport Second Thumb Model Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling

By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works

Located in Miami, FL

lighter created in New Jersey United States by The Ronson Art Metal Work Co. during the art deco period

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

RONSON 1935 Elephant Touch-Tip Striker Lighter Black Cast Steel & Chromed Steel
RONSON 1935 Elephant Touch-Tip Striker Lighter Black Cast Steel & Chromed Steel

RONSON 1935 Elephant Touch-Tip Striker Lighter Black Cast Steel & Chromed Steel

By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works

Located in Miami, FL

The Art Metal Works for The Ronson Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1935. Designed in the

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Chrome

Vanity Dunhill Lighter, 1930, England
Vanity Dunhill Lighter, 1930, England

Vanity Dunhill Lighter, 1930, England

By Dunhill

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Vanity Dunhill lighter 1930 England Circa 1930 Origin England It works with benzine (gasoline

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Ronson 1936 Pik a Cig Magic Monkey Striker Touch Lighter & Cigarette Dispenser
Ronson 1936 Pik a Cig Magic Monkey Striker Touch Lighter & Cigarette Dispenser

Ronson 1936 Pik a Cig Magic Monkey Striker Touch Lighter & Cigarette Dispenser

By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works

Located in Miami, FL

Art deco magic monkey mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. An extremely rare and very

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Steel

Vinatge Italian Acrylic Lighter 1980s
Vinatge Italian Acrylic Lighter 1980s

Vinatge Italian Acrylic Lighter 1980s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian acrylic lighter

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Chrome

Vintage table lighter CHARMANT International 1970s Japan
Vintage table lighter CHARMANT International 1970s Japan

Vintage table lighter CHARMANT International 1970s Japan

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

lighter a distinguished look. Perfect for the Art Deco or Post Modern Interiors . Lights up by pushing top

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

RONSON 1936 Art-Deco Machine Age Cigar Humidor Desk Box And Touch-Tip Striker
RONSON 1936 Art-Deco Machine Age Cigar Humidor Desk Box And Touch-Tip Striker

RONSON 1936 Art-Deco Machine Age Cigar Humidor Desk Box And Touch-Tip Striker

By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson

Located in Miami, FL

Ronson Art Deco Combination Humidor and Touch Tip Table Lighter. This Art Deco smoking accessory

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel, Chrome

RONSON 1936 Art-Deco Machine Age Cigar Humidor Desk Box With Touch-Tip Striker
RONSON 1936 Art-Deco Machine Age Cigar Humidor Desk Box With Touch-Tip Striker

RONSON 1936 Art-Deco Machine Age Cigar Humidor Desk Box With Touch-Tip Striker

By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson

Located in Miami, FL

Ronson Art Deco Combination Humidor and Touch Tip Table Lighter. This Art Deco smoking accessory

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Streamlines Touch-Tip, Table Lighter by Louis V. Aronson for Ronson, 1930s
Streamlines Touch-Tip, Table Lighter by Louis V. Aronson for Ronson, 1930s

Streamlines Touch-Tip, Table Lighter by Louis V. Aronson for Ronson, 1930s

By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson

Located in Brussel, BE

Extremely rare and astonishing Art-Deco table cigarette lighter in gold-plated and tortoise shell

Category

Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Enamel

Cartier Silver Plate Godron Pocket Cigarette Lighter & Cartier Box
Cartier Silver Plate Godron Pocket Cigarette Lighter & Cartier Box

Cartier Silver Plate Godron Pocket Cigarette Lighter & Cartier Box

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An Elegant Cartier Silver Plated Art Deco Design Oval Godron Trinity Pocket Cigarette Lighter With

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate

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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

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
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024
    There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 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 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.