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French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Console Table
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning French Art Deco Macassar ebony accent table / Console table. Perfect for any room in your
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Gueridon
Materials
Macassar
French Art Deco Macassar Sunburst Coffee Table
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning French Art Deco Macassar sunburst coffee table with ebony accents. Very nice high French
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
French Art Deco Macassar "ZIGZAG" Buffet Credenza
Located in North Bergen, NJ
A spectacular French Art Deco Macassar “zigzag” buffet with geometric and floral motif. Having
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Wood
Pair of Art Deco Macassar Ebony Armchairs By Maison Dominique
By Maison Dominique
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Art Deco Macassar ebony armchairs by André Domin et Marcel Genevriève for Maison Dominique
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Macassar
Custom Art Deco Macassar Ebony Dining Table by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Custom Art Deco Macassar ebony and burled walnut dining table with polished nickel inlay.
Custom
Category
2010s Canadian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Nickel
French Art Deco Macassar Ebony and Steel Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Rare Art Deco Macassar Ebony and Steel Side Table with beautiful steel leg details. The Macassar
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Round Dining Center Table, Beautifully Veneered Wood
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Round Dining Center Table, Beautifully Veneered Wood
Offered for sale is a
Category
20th Century Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Macassar, Wood
$8,500 Sale Price
52% Off
Important 1925 Art Deco Macassar Ebony Inlaid Sideboard by Christian Krass
By Christian Krass
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Important 1925 Art Deco Macassar Ebony Inlaid Sideboard by Christian Krass.
Decorated with an
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Ebony, Ivory, Macassar
A Set of 8 Fine French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs by Paul Frechet
By Paul Frechet, Maison Jeanselme
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paul Frechet (1875-1973)
A set of eight fine French Art Deco Macassar ebony (veneer and solid) side
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ebony
Modern Superb French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This modern superb French Art Deco Macassar ebony table in the manner of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Category
2010s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Macassar
$6,396 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite Art Deco modernist lidded box boasts a minimalist yet refined and sophisticated
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood, Macassar
Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl Basket
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, decorative bread basket, or fruit basket
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Metal, Chrome
French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Table
Located in Nashville, TN
Table has unusual shape. Macassar ebony veneer over mahogany. Three drawers on two sides. Bakelite
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ebony, Macassar, Mahogany
Grand French Art Deco Macassar Sideboard
Located in Long Island City, NY
Gorgeous French Art Deco Sideboard in fine Macassar veneer featuring multi-level top, keyed large
Category
Mid-20th Century Sideboards
Materials
Macassar
20th Century Parisian Art Deco Macassar Sideboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
, in a striking Macassar ebony veneer and Art Deco style. Circa 1930.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Macassar
Pair of Tall Art Deco Macassar Torcheres
Located in Bridgewater, CT
An impressive pair of French Macassar ebony veneer floor lamps, 1940s.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Macassar
$28,000 / set
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Veneered Italian Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made in Italy.
Art Deco rectangular Macassar Ebony Veneer framed mirror.
Was part of a credenza
Category
20th Century Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Macassar
$2,160 Sale Price
25% Off
French Art Deco Macassar Wood, Metal and Crystal Condiment Server, 1930s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French Art Deco tableware server features crystal jars for preserves, pickles, or
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Serving Bowls
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Large Art Deco Macassar Ebony Table, Europe 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
. Art Deco emerged as a response to the austerity of the previous era, blending modernist ideals with a
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Macassar Club Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic near pair of French Art Deco period armchairs featuring a unique architectural open
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Macassar, Wood
$7,800 / set
Pair of French Art Deco Macassar Side Chairs
By Jules Leleu
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Art Deco ebony Macassar veneered side chairs with an arched rectangular back and
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Fine Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Display Cabinet by Gouffé ca. 1930
By Maison Gouffé
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A FINE ART DECO MACASSAR EBONY VITRINE DISPLAY CABINET WITH BLIND-DOOR BOOKCASES
Retains original
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Macassar Cockchafer Champagne Cork Pliers, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare and Stunning French Art Deco Cockchafer Champagne Cork Pliers, 1920s. Exquisitely designed
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Macassar Wood Chrome Centerpiece Bowl Basket
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, or decorative fruit or bread basket
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
French Art Deco Macassar and Chrome Shellfish Set, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This French Art Deco shellfish set from around 1920 is a stunning example of the period’s elegance
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
French Art Deco Macassar and Black Lacquer Sideboard, 1930s
Located in Meda, MB
curved silhouette typical of French Art Deco design.
Made entirely of Macassar wood with black lacquered
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Art Deco Macassar & Bakelite Elephant Photo-Frame, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco photo frame, France, 1920s. Featuring an elegant elephant motif, this frame is
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Glass, Bakelite, Macassar
French Art Deco Macassar Wood Picture Frame, circa 1930
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French Art Deco picture frame features a thick hand-rubbed Macassar wood plinth
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Glass, Wood, Macassar
1930s French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Circular Centre Table
Located in London, GB
A circular Art Deco centre or large lamp table in solid mahogany with attractively veneered
Category
Early 20th Century French Center Tables
Materials
Ebony, Macassar
A French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Veneered Circular Side Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
of iconic Art Deco design; the round top of deeply patinated and well-figured quarter-veneered
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Macassar
Large FineFrench Art Deco Macassar Ebony Oval Dining Table
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large fine French Art Deco two pedestals macassar ebony oval dining table.
Price include
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Ebony
French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Inlaid Marquetry Nightstands, Circa 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of mid-century modern or Art Deco style nightstands or end tables,
France, Circa
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Art Deco Macassar Ebony and Mirrored Glass Fronted Bookcase
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco frosted mirror fronted bookcase cabinet. Macassar ebony veneered with an open upper
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Mirror, Macassar
KIENZLE Art Deco Macassar Ebony and Oak Mantle Clock
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco period. Constructed of Macassar Ebony or Zebra wood and oak wood with brass pendulum movement
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
$888 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Macassar Wood Sideboard/Dry Bar with Metal Escutcheons
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a beautiful Art Deco Sideboard with a dry bar. Its constructed of macassar wood and has
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Metal
$11,130 Sale Price
30% Off
French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Library Bookcase by Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
ART DECO BOOKCASE BY LOUIS MAJORELLE
A very large open library bookcase produced in Macassar Ebony
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Macassar
Elegant French Art Deco Macassar Game Table by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant French game table in Macassar and ebony wood with an inset chest board.
with gilded brass
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Game Tables
Materials
Macassar
1940s French Art Deco Macassar Sideboard W/ Black Marble Top
By Jules Leleu
Located in Astoria, NY
An exquisite 1940s Art Deco sideboard sourced in Paris, France, exemplifying the refined
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Marble, Brass
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Console Table with End Drawers, c.1930
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A striking Art Deco dining table, crafted in the 1930s from rich, dark Macassar ebony with dramatic
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Macassar
Albert Fournier Art Deco Macassar Veneer and Beige Mohair Upholstered Daybed
By Albert Fournier
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco French macassar ebony veneer loveseat / settee / sofa with flaired side arms and shaped
Category
20th Century Art Deco Loveseats
Materials
Macassar
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Coffee Table by Gebroeders Reens Amsterdam, 1930s
By Gebroeders Reens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco coffee table or cocktail table.
Design by Gebroeders Reens Amsterdam
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Macassar
Art Deco Macassar Cabinet with Lacquered Doors by Maison Dominique Paris
By Maison Dominique
Located in Miami, FL
A French Art Deco Cabinet designed by Maison Dominique Paris. This cabinet is made in Macassar Wood
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Macassar, Lacquer
Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Desk Set Ruler, France 1930s
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Art Deco desk set ruler is the perfect accessory for any refined office ambiance. The
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare late Art Deco vitrine cabinet with a medium stained Macassar veneer and mirror backed bar on
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Steel
$4,950 Sale Price
40% Off
Antique French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Wood Wardrobe Armoire Cabinet, 1940s
Located in Detroit, MI
This exquisite antique Art Deco wooden wardrobe armoire cabinet was made in France circa 1940. This
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Two French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Style Sofa Tables / Consoles
By Alfred Porteneuve
Located in New York, NY
Two elegant and chic French Art Deco consoles / sofa tables in hard wood in the style of Alfred
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Original French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Square Table, Michel Roux-Spitz
By Michel Roux-Spitz
Located in New York City, NY
Fine French Modernist highly architectural and artistic macassar ebony square table, attributed to
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco End Tables
Materials
Macassar, Walnut
French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Cabinet / Sideboard, style Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
2 Elegant French Art Deco Cabinets / Sideboards / Buffets in the style of the French Master
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Macassar Ebony Sideboard Cabinet & Mirror
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern / Art Deco Style With Macassar Ebony Finish Sideboard Serving
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Macassar
$2,250 Sale Price / set
23% Off
French Art Deco Macassar Wood Model of an Aircraft Circa 1940
Located in London, GB
A unusual French Art Deco model of an aircraft, circa 1940.
The body, engine casing & propellers
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mounted Objects
Materials
Granite, Chrome
Antique French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vanity Cabinet by Georges Champion (attr)
By Georges Champion
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage antique French Art Deco vanity cabinet or dressing table by Georges
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vanities
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Desk Accessory Letter Holder, circa 1930
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional Art Deco modernist desk accessory, meticulously crafted in France circa 1930, is a
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Maison Desny Style Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Metal Box, 1930s
By La Maison Desny
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco decorative box is reminiscent of Maison Desny's work. The piece was expertly
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Art Deco Macassar Wood and Metal Sail Boat Model, France circa 1930
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Exquisite 1930s French Art Deco Sailboat Sculpture in Macassar and Chrome
This rare and
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Nautical Objects
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Antique Art Deco Macassar Ebony Wood Dining Table with Glass Top, 1940s
Located in Detroit, MI
This beautiful antique Art Deco wooden dining room table is circa 1940. The table is exceptionally
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood, Birdseye Maple, Macassar
Italian Art Deco Macassar Ebony, Chrome, Glass Dining Table, Italy, circa 1940
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Art Deco dining table, the black glass surface is inset to the molded apron of Birdseye
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Metal Picture Frame, France circa 1930
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco modernist picture frame features a thick, hand-rubbed Macassar wood plinth
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Metal, Chrome
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Art Deco Macassar For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal art deco macassar for your home. Each art deco macassar for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and macassar. Find 3072 options for an antique or vintage art deco macassar now, or shop our selection of 150 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco macassar — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An art deco macassar made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. P.E.L. Izeren, Genneper Molen and Anton Lucas each produced at least one beautiful art deco macassar that is worth considering.
How Much is a Art Deco Macassar?
The average selling price for an art deco macassar at 1stDibs is $4,839, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $395,000 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 Macassar
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an Art Deco lamp, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on it. Often, you can determine the maker and learn about the types of lamps it was known for by researching the maker's marks via online resources. If the maker produced lamps in the Art Deco style and your lamp dates to the 1920s or ’30s, it's a good possibility that your lamp is in the Art Deco style. Some makers who were famous for their Art Deco lamps include Lalique, Daum Frères, Tiffany and Charles Schneider. If you can't find a maker's marking, consider the overall design of your lamp. Fixtures dating back to the era typically feature ornate patterning, such as geometric motifs, sunbursts, ziggurats, linework and fountains. Commonly used materials included chrome, glass, Bakelite and bronze. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Deco lamps.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Among the key Art Deco designers were Tamara de Lempicka, Erté, René Lalique, Le Corbusier, Jean Dunand, Léon Bakst, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Sonia Delaunay, Georges Lepape and Jean Després.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024There 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 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.
- 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.
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