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Maison Desny Style Art Deco Modernist Box Macassar and Chrome
Maison Desny Style Art Deco Modernist Box Macassar and Chrome

Maison Desny Style Art Deco Modernist Box Macassar and Chrome

By Desny, La Maison Desny

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite French Art Deco decorative box is reminiscent of Desny's work. It features Macassar

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Suite of 8 Art Deco Chairs in Macassar Ebony and Leather
Suite of 8 Art Deco Chairs in Macassar Ebony and Leather

Suite of 8 Art Deco Chairs in Macassar Ebony and Leather

By Jean Fauré

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Suite of 8 Art Deco chairs in Macassar ebony, walnut and leather The general condition is very good

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Leather, Macassar, Walnut

Art Deco Bar Cabinet, Macassar Veneer, France, circa 1930
Art Deco Bar Cabinet, Macassar Veneer, France, circa 1930

Art Deco Bar Cabinet, Macassar Veneer, France, circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Small French Art Deco Bar furniture from the 1930s. Beautiful Macassar Ebony veneer. Lacquered with

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Magnets, Metal

French Art Deco Pedestal Table in Macassar, Hexagonal Design, 1920
French Art Deco Pedestal Table in Macassar, Hexagonal Design, 1920

French Art Deco Pedestal Table in Macassar, Hexagonal Design, 1920

By Eugene Printz

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco Pedestal Table in the Style of Eugène Printz, France, 1920s. This exceptional

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Gueridon

Materials

Macassar

French Art-Deco Executive Desk in High-Gloss Macassar Ebony & Brass
French Art-Deco Executive Desk in High-Gloss Macassar Ebony & Brass

French Art-Deco Executive Desk in High-Gloss Macassar Ebony & Brass

Located in Stamford, CT

French Art-Deco design is often considered the epitome of luxury and refined aesthetic. Typically

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann French Art Deco Style Rectangular Coffee Table, Macassar
Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann French Art Deco Style Rectangular Coffee Table, Macassar

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann French Art Deco Style Rectangular Coffee Table, Macassar

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in Stamford, CT

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann French Art Deco Style Rectangular Coffee Table, Macassar Ebony Low table is

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Late 20th Century Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Ebony, Macassar

Maxime Old Attributed, Art Deco Table in Macassar Ebony Veneer, circa 1940
Maxime Old Attributed, Art Deco Table in Macassar Ebony Veneer, circa 1940

Maxime Old Attributed, Art Deco Table in Macassar Ebony Veneer, circa 1940

By Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Maxime Old

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Maxime Old (attributed to), Art Deco table in Macassar ebony veneer, circa 1940 possibility of

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Brass

Dakota Jackson Style Macassar Ebony Dining Table, Art Deco Style, Refinished
Dakota Jackson Style Macassar Ebony Dining Table, Art Deco Style, Refinished

Dakota Jackson Style Macassar Ebony Dining Table, Art Deco Style, Refinished

By Dakota Jackson

Located in Miami, FL

Dakota Jackson Style Macassar Ebony Dining Table, Art Deco Style, Newly Refinished Offered for

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Macassar, Ebony

Sculptural Art Deco Coffee Table in Macassar Ebony
Sculptural Art Deco Coffee Table in Macassar Ebony

Sculptural Art Deco Coffee Table in Macassar Ebony

Located in Den Haag, NL

Sculptural art deco coffee table in Macassar Ebony

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Macassar, Ebony

Dutch Art Deco Modernist side table with macassar ebony details, 1920s
Dutch Art Deco Modernist side table with macassar ebony details, 1920s

Dutch Art Deco Modernist side table with macassar ebony details, 1920s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

A Dutch Art Deco side table with a strong geometry and architectural presence. Dating to the 1920s

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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Macassar, Oak

Mid Century French Art Deco Style Macassar Buffet
Mid Century French Art Deco Style Macassar Buffet

Mid Century French Art Deco Style Macassar Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted with an eye for timeless elegance, this Mid Century French Art Deco Style Macassar Buffet

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Macassar

Art Deco Sideboard, Macassar Ebony and Brass, Paris circa 1930
Art Deco Sideboard, Macassar Ebony and Brass, Paris circa 1930

Art Deco Sideboard, Macassar Ebony and Brass, Paris circa 1930

By George Guerin

Located in Regensburg, DE

First-class, fully restored Art Deco Sideboard or Buffet in Macassar ebony veneer and brass, from

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Silver Plate and Macassar Wood Box, France circa 1930
Art Deco Silver Plate and Macassar Wood Box, France circa 1930

Art Deco Silver Plate and Macassar Wood Box, France circa 1930

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a stunning Art Deco silver plate and wood lidded box, meticulously crafted in France circa

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Henry Howell Art Deco YZ Nut Bird Ashtray, Bakelite & Macassar, 1920
Henry Howell Art Deco YZ Nut Bird Ashtray, Bakelite & Macassar, 1920

Henry Howell Art Deco YZ Nut Bird Ashtray, Bakelite & Macassar, 1920

By Henry Howell Co. Ltd

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Rare and iconic Art Deco YZ bird novelty ashtray the design attributed to Henry Howell & Co for

Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Bakelite, Macassar

Art Deco Sideboard in Macassar with Hidden Drawers, France 1930s
Art Deco Sideboard in Macassar with Hidden Drawers, France 1930s

Art Deco Sideboard in Macassar with Hidden Drawers, France 1930s

Located in Ulm, DE

An exceptional piece of French Art Deco craftsmanship: At first glance, this elegant cabinet

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Lacquer, Macassar, Maple

Macassar Art Deco Gueridon Table, Brass and Pear Wood, France, 1930s
Macassar Art Deco Gueridon Table, Brass and Pear Wood, France, 1930s

Macassar Art Deco Gueridon Table, Brass and Pear Wood, France, 1930s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful Art Deco table from the 1930s, reflecting the strong geometric lines of the modernist

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Table Clock, Macassar, Lacquer, Nickel, Netherlands circa 1925
Art Deco Table Clock, Macassar, Lacquer, Nickel, Netherlands circa 1925

Art Deco Table Clock, Macassar, Lacquer, Nickel, Netherlands circa 1925

Located in Regensburg, DE

Beautiful table clock of the Art Deco 'Amsterdam school' from the Netherlands about 1925. Macassar

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Nickel

Grand Art Deco French Console in Macassar with Brass Elements
Grand Art Deco French Console in Macassar with Brass Elements

Grand Art Deco French Console in Macassar with Brass Elements

Located in Houston, TX

The console is made of Macassar wood. The tabletop is elevated by three curved wooden legs, which

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Pregno SRL Macassar Ebony Round Pedestal Dining Table, Italy  Art Deco Style
Pregno SRL Macassar Ebony Round Pedestal Dining Table, Italy  Art Deco Style

Pregno SRL Macassar Ebony Round Pedestal Dining Table, Italy Art Deco Style

By Pregno

Located in Miami, FL

Pregno SRL Macassar Ebony Round Pedestal Dining Table, Italy Art Deco Style Offered for sale is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Macassar

Art Deco French Dining Room Table in Macassar
Art Deco French Dining Room Table in Macassar

Art Deco French Dining Room Table in Macassar

Located in Houston, TX

The round table top displays the beauty of the high-quality Macassar wood. It is supported by the

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco buffet, Macassar Ebony and Walnut Burl, 1920-1930
Art Deco buffet, Macassar Ebony and Walnut Burl, 1920-1930

Art Deco buffet, Macassar Ebony and Walnut Burl, 1920-1930

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

Art Deco buffet in exceptional quality. Solid oak with Macassar Ebony veneer and Walnut Burl veneer

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Marble

French Art Deco, Large Sideboard, Ebonized Wood, Macassar, Lacquer, France 1930s
French Art Deco, Large Sideboard, Ebonized Wood, Macassar, Lacquer, France 1930s

French Art Deco, Large Sideboard, Ebonized Wood, Macassar, Lacquer, France 1930s

Located in Stamford, CT

piece that is certain to give the wow factor to any living space. The Art Deco form of the cabinet

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Macassar, Satinwood

An Art Deco Fall Front Secretaire with Satinwood and Macassar Ebony Inlay
An Art Deco Fall Front Secretaire with Satinwood and Macassar Ebony Inlay

An Art Deco Fall Front Secretaire with Satinwood and Macassar Ebony Inlay

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco fall front secretaire cabinet. Veneered satinwood and macassar ebony on solid oak with

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Secretaires

Materials

Macassar, Oak, Satinwood

Art Deco Inkwells in Macassar Wood and Crystal, Jacques Adnet Style
Art Deco Inkwells in Macassar Wood and Crystal, Jacques Adnet Style

Art Deco Inkwells in Macassar Wood and Crystal, Jacques Adnet Style

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

French Macassar inkwell Art Deco ebony Macassar and crystal glass. Macassar ebony cover with a

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Crystal

Set of Eight French Art Deco Style Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs
Set of Eight French Art Deco Style Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs

Set of Eight French Art Deco Style Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A dramatic set of eight 20th century French Art Deco style dining chairs featuring an exotic

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20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ebony, Macassar, Fabric

Rare Large Art Deco Table in Macassar Ebony and Ivory, circa 1925
Rare Large Art Deco Table in Macassar Ebony and Ivory, circa 1925

Rare Large Art Deco Table in Macassar Ebony and Ivory, circa 1925

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Rare large Art Deco table in Macassar Ebony and ivory circa 1925 Very nice veneer with small flaws

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Ivory, Macassar

French Art Deco Dining Chairs in Macassar Set of Eight Refinished Reupholstered
French Art Deco Dining Chairs in Macassar Set of Eight Refinished Reupholstered

French Art Deco Dining Chairs in Macassar Set of Eight Refinished Reupholstered

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant French Art Deco Dining Chairs in Macassar, France, circa 1930s. This set of eight dining

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood, Wood, Macassar

Macassar Art Deco Amsterdamse School Display Cabinet by Napoleon Le Grand, 1920s
Macassar Art Deco Amsterdamse School Display Cabinet by Napoleon Le Grand, 1920s

Macassar Art Deco Amsterdamse School Display Cabinet by Napoleon Le Grand, 1920s

By 't Modelhuis N. Legrand 1, Napoleon le Grand

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School display cabinet or vitrine. Design by Napoleon Le

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Macassar

Pair of Italian Art Deco Twin Desks in Macassar and Parchment, 1940s
Pair of Italian Art Deco Twin Desks in Macassar and Parchment, 1940s

Pair of Italian Art Deco Twin Desks in Macassar and Parchment, 1940s

Located in Meda, MB

Elegant pair of Italian Art Deco twin desks, 1940s. The refined design features Macassar wood

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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Desks

Materials

Macassar, Parchment Paper

Rounded Art Deco Sideboard by Jean Fauré, Macassar Ebony - France, 1930s
Rounded Art Deco Sideboard by Jean Fauré, Macassar Ebony - France, 1930s

Rounded Art Deco Sideboard by Jean Fauré, Macassar Ebony - France, 1930s

By Jean Fauré

Located in Girona, Girona

Spectacular large rounded Art Deco sideboard, oak structure with Macassar ebony and mottled maple

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Marble

Dutch Art Deco Modernist side table in oak and macassar ebony, 1920s
Dutch Art Deco Modernist side table in oak and macassar ebony, 1920s

Dutch Art Deco Modernist side table in oak and macassar ebony, 1920s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

A refined Dutch Art Deco side table from the 1920s, executed in solid oak with a striking cross

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Macassar, Oak

French Art-Deco Sideboard Server in Macassar Ebony, Oak, and Brass
French Art-Deco Sideboard Server in Macassar Ebony, Oak, and Brass

French Art-Deco Sideboard Server in Macassar Ebony, Oak, and Brass

Located in Stamford, CT

French Art Deco design is often regarded as the pinnacle of luxury and refined aesthetics. Defined

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Wood Chopstick Knife Rests Set in Box
Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Wood Chopstick Knife Rests Set in Box

Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Wood Chopstick Knife Rests Set in Box

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco ensemble of twelve Macassar-wood and chromed-metal knife or chopstick rests

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Deco-Inspired, Macassar Ebony Side Table
Deco-Inspired, Macassar Ebony Side Table

Deco-Inspired, Macassar Ebony Side Table

By Dunleavy Bespoke

Located in Caragh, IE

Side table featuring rich, dark burr walnut, metal inlay with a Macassar ebony waterfall edge

Category

2010s Irish Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Macassar, Walnut

Restored Art Deco Dinig Set, by Oldřich Liška, Macassar, Leather, Czech, 1920s
Restored Art Deco Dinig Set, by Oldřich Liška, Macassar, Leather, Czech, 1920s

Restored Art Deco Dinig Set, by Oldřich Liška, Macassar, Leather, Czech, 1920s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

a masterpiece of Czechoslovak Art Deco from the early 20th century. It was designed by the renowned

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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Dining Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Leather, Macassar

Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 Pieces in Box
Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 Pieces in Box

Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 Pieces in Box

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

Enhance your dining experience with this exquisite Art Deco service, a remarkable collection of

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Chrome

French Art Deco "Rodia" Ebene De Macassar Buffet Sideboard
French Art Deco "Rodia" Ebene De Macassar Buffet Sideboard

French Art Deco "Rodia" Ebene De Macassar Buffet Sideboard

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Deco Ebene De Macassar sideboard, with rectangular molded top and conforming case

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco 1920s Set of Round Table and Stools Made of Macassar
French Art Deco 1920s Set of Round Table and Stools Made of Macassar

French Art Deco 1920s Set of Round Table and Stools Made of Macassar

Located in North Miami, FL

1920s French Art Deco (Early) Set of round table and four stools made of Macassar wood. The

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20th Century Art Deco Dining Room Sets

Materials

Eggshell, Wood, Macassar

Large Art Deco Sideboard, Macassar Ebony, Maple, Chrome, France circa 1930
Large Art Deco Sideboard, Macassar Ebony, Maple, Chrome, France circa 1930

Large Art Deco Sideboard, Macassar Ebony, Maple, Chrome, France circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Large original Art Deco Sideboard in lacquered Macassar Veneer from France about 1930. Macassar

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Marble, Metal, Chrome

Maison Desny Style Art Deco Modernist Box, Macassar Wood and Chrome, circa 1930
Maison Desny Style Art Deco Modernist Box, Macassar Wood and Chrome, circa 1930

Maison Desny Style Art Deco Modernist Box, Macassar Wood and Chrome, circa 1930

By La Maison Desny

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite Art Deco lidded box, attributed to Maison Desny Paris (active 1927–1933), showcases

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Impressive French Macassar Ebony Dining Table Art Deco Style
Impressive French Macassar Ebony Dining Table Art Deco Style

Impressive French Macassar Ebony Dining Table Art Deco Style

Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR

Impressive French Macassar Ebony Dining Table Art Deco Style This large impressive extendable

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Macassar

Custom-Made French Macassar Ebony Ruhlman Style Art Deco Bar or Media Cabinet
Custom-Made French Macassar Ebony Ruhlman Style Art Deco Bar or Media Cabinet

Custom-Made French Macassar Ebony Ruhlman Style Art Deco Bar or Media Cabinet

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

practical utility, this Macassar ebony Ruhlmann-style piece complements luxury interiors, Art Deco

Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Macassar

Art Deco Vitrine Sideboard, Macassar Ebony, Maple, Brass, Paris circa 1930
Art Deco Vitrine Sideboard, Macassar Ebony, Maple, Brass, Paris circa 1930

Art Deco Vitrine Sideboard, Macassar Ebony, Maple, Brass, Paris circa 1930

By George Guerin

Located in Regensburg, DE

Greatly restored Macassar ebony display cabinet, Glassed Sideboard or buffet from Paris circa 1930

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Cabinet in Macassar Ebony and rosewood, Art Deco, 1930s
Cabinet in Macassar Ebony and rosewood, Art Deco, 1930s

Cabinet in Macassar Ebony and rosewood, Art Deco, 1930s

Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR

Elegant and unique, this 1930s Art Deco cabinet perfectly captures the refined aesthetic of the era

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Quartz

Rare Macassar Ebony and Satinwood French Art Deco Sideboard in The manner Leleu
Rare Macassar Ebony and Satinwood French Art Deco Sideboard in The manner Leleu

Rare Macassar Ebony and Satinwood French Art Deco Sideboard in The manner Leleu

By Jules Leleu

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Elevate your interior with this rare and exceptional French Art Deco sideboard, masterfully crafted

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Macassar, Satinwood

Art Deco Extending Dining Room Set, Macassar, Black Lacquer, France circa 1930
Art Deco Extending Dining Room Set, Macassar, Black Lacquer, France circa 1930

Art Deco Extending Dining Room Set, Macassar, Black Lacquer, France circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Stunning Art Deco dining room set with expandable table and eight chairs in Makassar Veneer and

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Lacquer, Macassar, Hardwood

Art Deco Cocktail Picks with Chrome and Macassar Wood Scarecrow, circa 1930
Art Deco Cocktail Picks with Chrome and Macassar Wood Scarecrow, circa 1930

Art Deco Cocktail Picks with Chrome and Macassar Wood Scarecrow, circa 1930

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

bar set features a Macassar wood and chrome carved scarecrow facing a stylized carved wood tree turned

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Barware

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

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
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.

    Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.

    The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.