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Big German Art Deco Lion Sculpture in Ceramic, Terracotta Copper, 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
This very fine German Art Deco lion sculpture in ceramic, terracotta and a copper finish was made
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Copper
H 13.39 in W 21.66 in D 6.3 in
Art Deco Lion Cold Painted Bronze Table Lamp Sculpture Louis-Albert Carvin
By Louis-Albert Carvin
Located in Newark, England
Carvin. The table lamp dates to the Art Deco period circa 1920. For the purpose of photography the
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Lion Cubist Figural Porcelain Toothpick Holder Vase Figurine by Nippon
Located in San Diego, CA
Superb Art Deco/cubist lion figural toothpick holder figurine. Dates from the 1930s and made of
Category
Early 20th Century Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 2.75 in W 3.25 in D 1.25 in
Art Deco Lion sculpture, black ceramic, 1930's, in the style of Saint-Clément
By Saint-Clément
Located in BELFORT, FR
French Art Deco ceramic lion sculpture, 1930's. Black glaze.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 7.09 in W 18.12 in D 5.91 in
Moulin-des-Loups, Orchies, Art Deco Ceramic Lion Statue, 1920
By Orchies
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Lion Statue by Moulin-des-Loups (Orchies), France, 1920s.This rare and striking
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Eugene Lion modernist art deco 1930 dark blue ceramic vase 27 cm pottery
By Eugène Lion
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Eugene Lion
Art deco and modernist ceramic vase
Dark blue ceramic glazes colors
Original perfect
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.63 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Art Deco Jatoba Purple Velvet Lion Cachet Lounge Chairs
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Weesp, NL
sumptuous purple velvet, these chairs are the epitome of Art Deco style.
Dating back to the 1930s, these
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Unique Hand Made Art Deco Armchair by Lion Cachet
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing a Masterpiece of Art Deco Elegance: The One-of-a-Kind Lion Cachet Handcrafted Oak and
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Roaring Lionness
Located in Gent, VOV
A fine quality, twentieth-century bronze model of a roaring lioness by Alberic Collin (Belgian 1886-1962). Prior to casting by the Valsuani foundry it was signed and stamped. This ca...
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Le Dresseur De Lion
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare Art Deco patinated metal sculpture modelled as an athletic male walking alongside a stylized
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
French Art Deco Period Lion Sculptures
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sculptures from the Art Deco period in France. Each is sculpted into the shape of a lion
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Art Deco Bronze Animal Lion Sculpture
Located in IT
Art Deco bronze animal lion sculpture
Size: W 38 cm, D 14 cm, H 38 cm
Original patina.
A
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Vase with White Glaze Decoration, Signed Lion, circa 1920-1930
By Eugène Lion
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic vase with white glaze decoration.
Perfect original conditions.
Signed "Lion" under the
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase with White Glaze Decoration, Signed Lion, circa 1920-1930
By Eugène Lion
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic vase with white glaze decoration.
Perfect original conditions.
Signed "Lion" under the
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Leon Frost for Lion in Frost Modern Art Deco Lucite Armchairs or Club Chairs
By Lion in Frost
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Modern Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern lucite armchairs, club chairs, or lounge
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Lucite
Leon Frost for Lion in Frost Modern Art Deco Lucite Armchairs, Set of Six
By Lion in Frost
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Modern Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern lucite armchairs, club chairs, or
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Lucite
French Art Deco Ceramic Black Lion, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Black lion, France, 1920s ceramic. This lion has been made in black, green, and red. This is the
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Jatoba Wood and Purple Velvet Lounge Chair
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Weesp, NL
sumptuous purple velvet, these chair is the epitome of Art Deco style.
Dating back to the 1930s, this
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Oak
Pair of Tiger and Lion Art Deco Framed Paintings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of tiger and lion Art Deco framed paintings. Oil on panel. Beautiful carved wood frames.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint, Hardwood
Pair of Tiger and Lion Art Deco Framed Paintings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of tiger and lion Art Deco framed paintings. Oil on panel. Beautiful carved wood frames.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
Italian Art Deco Fired Clay Black Polished Lion, 1930s
Located in Meda, MB
This Art Deco fired clay lion was produced in Italy in the late 1930s.
Completely black polished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Lacquer
Art Deco Saint-Clément French Red Glazed Ceramic Lion
By Saint-Clément
Located in Prato, Tuscany
in the Art Deco style. The majestic animal is portrayed in a classic stalking pose, just moments
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Art Deco "Walking Lion" Sculpture, 1930s
Located in Palermo, IT
Large Art Deco "walking lion" sculpture, 1930s
Silver metal.
Complete and in good condition.
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Ceramic Book Ends Featuring Lion and Nude Female Figure
Located in New York, NY
have for any lover of Greek classicism or Art Deco design. Excellent condition.
French, circa 1930
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Streamline Moderne Art Deco Rosewood and Walnut High Chest American 1930’s
Located in Bernville, PA
Gorgeous Art Deco Streamline Moderne high chest. A rare design with six Rosewood bookmatched
Category
Vintage 1930s American Streamlined Moderne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Hand-Painted Art Deco Porcelain Figurine of a Lion
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Amphora, Czechoslovakia. Hand-painted Art Deco porcelain figurine of a lion on the rock. 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 6.7 in W 7.49 in D 3.55 in
Late Art Deco Silver Plated Lion Base Table Lamp with Art Glass Shade
Located in Nantucket, MA
From the late Art Deco period, a table lamp with a silver-plated base depicting a stalking lion
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Bookends in Ceramic with the Shape of Lion Heads
Located in London, GB
Two original Art Deco ceramic bookends depicting lion heads, attributed to Jan Schonk who designed
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Large Art Deco 1940s Ceramic Lions Sculpture Table Clock, 1940s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Impressive Italian Art Deco 1940s large table clock in ceramic, white and light blue ceramic in
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 14.57 in W 14.57 in D 4.73 in
"Lion and Gazelle, " Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study in Black and Rust
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Full of color and movement, this detailed study for a room dominated by a monumental Art Deco mural
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Art Deco stamp was realized in China, circa 1925. It features a volumetric
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Jade
ART DECO table lamp seal sea lion sculpture lamp marble, 1930s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Art Deco sculpture table lamp - 1930s.
This beautiful, original table lamp impresses with its
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
"Nude on Horseback Battling Lion, " Footed Art Deco Bowl by Stjärnmetall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
warrior on horseback spearing a lion, in bold bas relief. The bowl was produced by the Stjärnmetall
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Iron
Seal sea lion figurine, porcelain, T Madsen, Royal Copenhagen, Art Deco, Denmark
By Bing & Grøndahl, Theodor Madsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Wien, AT
Royal Copenhagen, an original from the 1930s, from the Art Deco period.
This figure, modeled after a
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 6.5 in W 7.87 in D 4.33 in
Vintage Lucite “Iceberg” Lion in Frost Dining/Center Table bases
By Charles Hollis Jones, Lion in Frost
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Dining Table/Desk or Console table bases.
These have been used in the showroom with round marble top as well as long rectangular marble. They are thick and can hold a lot...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Tables
Materials
Acrylic, Lucite
2 original ART DECO bookends with sea lions on a marble base, 1930s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Art Deco ea lions bookends - 1930s
These beautiful polar bears supports are originals from the
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Metal
"Samson and the Lion, " Large, Rare Art Deco Sculptural Panel with Tile Mosaic
By Valentin Shabaeff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A tour de force example of Art Deco wall sculpture, this depiction of Samson slaying the lion was
Category
Vintage 1930s Canadian Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 33.25 in W 25 in D 3 in
"Hercules and the Nemean Lion" Dramatic Art Deco Sculptural Panel with Nude Male
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, and the bold relief of the panel are Classic Art Deco hallmarks. The artist, K. George, captures the
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
H 15 in W 17 in D 1.25 in
Awesome Art Deco Alabaster Shades & Bronze Chandelier w. Stylish Lion Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
immediate usage. No matter where you reside.
This impressive Art Deco era fixture is great value for money
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
"Lion and Bull", Art Deco-Medieval Decorative Painting in Greys and Burnt Sienn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, on one length of cloth, is in two parts -- one portion depicts a bull being attached by a lion, the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Fabric
H 40 in W 22 in D 0.1 in
"Lion and Antelope", Bottle-Form Art Deco Vase by Primavera, possibly Buthaud
By Atelier Primavera au Printemps
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large and substantial, this unique bottle-form vase features a lion and antelope on one side, and a
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
H 13 in W 10 in D 5.5 in
Miriam Salat Lion Head Art Deco Sterling Silver Black Resin & White Topaz Ring
By Miriam Salat
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Salat Art Deco Black color resin ring with vintage sterling silver.
White Topaz full
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Materials
Topaz, Sterling Silver
Pair of Art Deco bookends of Sea Lions by Maurice Frecourt. From the 1920s
By Maurice Frecourt
Located in Knivsta, SE
A charming Pair of Art Deco bookends of Sea Lions signed by Maurice Frecourt (France 1890-1961) in
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Silver Plate
H 4.34 in W 5.12 in D 3.35 in
Antique Art Deco English Solid Brass Ice Bucket with Figural Rearing Lion Finial
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
and dating to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The outer shell and handle are
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Barware
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Art Deco See Lions Book ends, Bronze and Marble, Black, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
the Art Deco period.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 4.34 in W 2.76 in D 5.12 in
PAIR OF ANTIQUE ART DECO CIRCA 1920 LIONS HAIRY PAW CARVED FRENCH CLUB ARMCHAIRs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Pink upholstered Art Deco club armchairs with hand carved Lion's Hairy Paw feet
A very comfortable
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 33.47 in W 34.26 in D 35.83 in
Ernst Seger, David and Lion, German Art Deco Patinated Bronze Sculpture, c. 1920
By Ernst Seger
Located in New York, NY
.
Lions and bears are some of the fiercest large wild animals. They were common in Israel at the time of
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 8 in W 7.5 in D 8.5 in
1930s French Art Deco Bronze Lion Mask/ Fleur de Lis/ Steuben Shade Wall Sconce
By Frederick Carder Steuben
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1930s French Art Deco Gold Bronze Wall Sconce with Frederic Carder Steuben Gold Aurene Art Glass
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Style Sculpture of a Walking Lion by Max Le Verrier original, France
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very impressive Art Deco style sculpture of a walking lion by the famous French sculptor Max Le
Category
2010s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Metal
H 12.21 in W 22.84 in D 5.52 in
Art Deco Leo Lion Charm Rhinestone Hoop Earrings for Mom in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Leo Lion Charm Rhinestone Hoop Earrings in sterling silver. You shall need these hoop
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Hoop Earrings
Materials
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock with Chromed Bronze Lion and Movement by Le Roux
By Le Roux à Paris 1
Located in Ulm, DE
, original patina
Original Art Deco, France 1930s
Dimensions:
Width: 45 cm
Height: 34 cm
Depth: 11
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 13.39 in W 17.72 in D 4.34 in
Set of Art Déco Bronze and Marble Lions Couple Bookends by Émile Carlier, France
By Émile Nestor Joseph Carlier 1
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of early 20th century Art Déco bronze and marble lions couple bookends by Émile Carlier
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper
H 7 in W 18 in D 4 in
French Art Deco Sculpture of Lions A L'affut by A. Martinez, Paris, 1924
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large plaster sculpture of a Lioness and a Lion. Vivid details with a lot of 'movement' and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
H 10.63 in W 17.33 in D 9.06 in
Exceptional C.A. Lion Cachet Attributed Center Table, Oak and Macassar, 1920s
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet, H.P. Mutters and Zoon 1
Located in The Hague, NL
company H.P. Mutters & Zoon in The Hague, with the design attributed to Carel Adolphe Lion Cachet.
The
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Center Tables
Materials
Macassar, Oak
Rare Art Deco Streamlined Moderne Dresser by Count Alexis de Sakhnoffsky
By Count Alexis de Sakhnoffsky
Located in Lafayette, IN
Rare streamlined dresser by Count Alexis de Sakhnoffsky for Red Lion Furniture. The count was
Category
Vintage 1930s American Streamlined Moderne Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Aluminum Lion Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
A French Art Deco aluminum lion sculpture. Plating in different finishes upon request. We are the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Terracotta Lion Sculpture
Located in Antwerp, BE
Terracotta lion sculpture.
Measures: Width 34 cm.
Height 25 cm.
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Thoroughbred Race Horse Bronze Sculpture Deco
By Paul Edouard Delabriere
Located in Surfside, FL
, particularly lions, make him one of the greatest Animalier sculptors. Delabrierre died in 1912.
A complete list
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 10.5 in W 12.5 in D 4 in
Vintage Stucco Lion Pillars
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of stucco lion pillars for a fireplace or console. They have a beautiful terra-cotta patina.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Stucco
GAB Bronze Inkwell - Lion
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
Attributed to GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget) Inkwell in massive bronze. 1930's
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal art deco lion for your home. An art deco lion — often made from metal, wood and ceramic — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco lion — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An art deco lion, designed in the Art Deco or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made art deco lion over the years, but those crafted by Max Le Verrier, Cenedese and Eugène Lion are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Art Deco Lion?
Prices for an art deco lion start at $180 and top out at $27,595 with the average selling for $2,281.
Questions About Art Deco Lion
- 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. - 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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, 2024The 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 13, 2023To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To 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.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, 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.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The 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.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art 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.
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