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Art Deco Marquetry Panel of a Jaguar
Art Deco Marquetry Panel of a Jaguar

Art Deco Marquetry Panel of a Jaguar

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

An Art Deco marquetry panel of a jaguar, of rectangular form depicting a snarling jaguar emerging

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Ivory, Boxwood, Kingwood, Satinwood, Walnut

Swedish Art Deco, Marquetry Inlay, Wood, Center Table, Sweden, 1930s
Swedish Art Deco, Marquetry Inlay, Wood, Center Table, Sweden, 1930s

Swedish Art Deco, Marquetry Inlay, Wood, Center Table, Sweden, 1930s

Located in Stamford, CT

Swedish Art Deco, Marquetry Inlay, Wood, Center Table, Sweden, 1930s A Biedermeier style center

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Wood

Fine French Art Deco Marquetry Inlay Cabinet, Jules Leleu Attributed
Fine French Art Deco Marquetry Inlay Cabinet, Jules Leleu Attributed

Fine French Art Deco Marquetry Inlay Cabinet, Jules Leleu Attributed

By Jules Leleu

Located in Miami, FL

Fine French Art Deco Marquetry Inlay Cabinet, Jules Leleu Attributed Offered for sale is a fine

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Berlin Iron, Bronze

Art Deco Marquetry Cigar Box, Decorative Wooden Jewelry Box, France 1930s
Art Deco Marquetry Cigar Box, Decorative Wooden Jewelry Box, France 1930s

Art Deco Marquetry Cigar Box, Decorative Wooden Jewelry Box, France 1930s

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Art Deco Marquetry Cigar Box, Decorative Wooden Jewelry Box, France 1940s Elegant wooden cigar box

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood, Nutwood, Walnut

Spanish Art Deco Marquetry Wood Serving Tray
Spanish Art Deco Marquetry Wood Serving Tray

Spanish Art Deco Marquetry Wood Serving Tray

Located in Barcelona, ES

Decagon Walnut Tray with Star Marquetry Decoration Beautiful 20th century walnut tray with handles

Category

20th Century Spanish Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Pair of Swedish Art Deco Marquetry Wall Sconces
Pair of Swedish Art Deco Marquetry Wall Sconces

Pair of Swedish Art Deco Marquetry Wall Sconces

By Mjölby Intarsia

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Swedish Art Deco two-light sconces made by Mjölby Intarsia. The detailed marquetry

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Marquetry Fire Screen with Oak Frame, 1920s
Art Deco Marquetry Fire Screen with Oak Frame, 1920s

Art Deco Marquetry Fire Screen with Oak Frame, 1920s

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts and Crafts Marquetry Fire Screen This piece hails from the 1920s it is probably from the

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Design for Art Deco Marquetry Panels 1927 for Furniture George M Hammer London

Design for Art Deco Marquetry Panels 1927 for Furniture George M Hammer London

By Donald L. Hadden

Located in London, GB

One of a series of designs we have listed for Geo. M Hammer. To see them - and our other architectural and design-related drawings, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below i...

Category

1930s Modern Interior Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Swedish Grace Art Deco Marquetry Inlay End Table by Mjölby Intarsia c. 1930s
Swedish Grace Art Deco Marquetry Inlay End Table by Mjölby Intarsia c. 1930s

Swedish Grace Art Deco Marquetry Inlay End Table by Mjölby Intarsia c. 1930s

By Mjölby Intarsia

Located in Atlanta, GA

embodies the finest qualities of Swedish Grace, Art Deco and Moderne design. The piece showcases

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Elm

Erik Mattsson, Art Deco, Marquetry, Glass, Rare Bar Cart, Sweden c. 1939
Erik Mattsson, Art Deco, Marquetry, Glass, Rare Bar Cart, Sweden c. 1939

Erik Mattsson, Art Deco, Marquetry, Glass, Rare Bar Cart, Sweden c. 1939

By Erik Mattsson 1, Mjölby Intarsia

Located in Stamford, CT

Erik Mattsson, Mjölby Intarsia, Marquetry, Glass, Rare "Festtåget" Bar Cart or Rolling Trolley

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Steel

Pair of Italian Art Deco Marquetry Wood Marble Top Night Stands Bedside Tables
Pair of Italian Art Deco Marquetry Wood Marble Top Night Stands Bedside Tables

Pair of Italian Art Deco Marquetry Wood Marble Top Night Stands Bedside Tables

By Melchiorre Bega, Ico & Luisa Parisi, Gio Ponti, Dassi

Located in Carimate, Como

Very elegant and refined Italian 1950s Art Deco Mid-Century Modern pair of night stands bed side

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Jules Leleu, French Art Deco, Rosewood, Abalone, Dining Table, France, 1930s
Jules Leleu, French Art Deco, Rosewood, Abalone, Dining Table, France, 1930s

Jules Leleu, French Art Deco, Rosewood, Abalone, Dining Table, France, 1930s

By Jules Leleu

Located in Stamford, CT

Jules Leleu, French Art Deco, Marquetry, Rosewood, Abalone, Rare Dining Table, France, 1930s A

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930
French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930

French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning ornamental lidded box with a marquetry design was made in France around the 1930s. It

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Biedermeier Art Deco Style Partners Desk Curved Johan Vilhelm Karlsson 1947
Biedermeier Art Deco Style Partners Desk Curved Johan Vilhelm Karlsson 1947

Biedermeier Art Deco Style Partners Desk Curved Johan Vilhelm Karlsson 1947

By Continental Art Deco

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Art Deco style pedestal partners desk with the finest grade Mahogany veneers on

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Pair of 1930s Art Deco Decorative Marquetry Panels by Frank Brangwyn
Pair of 1930s Art Deco Decorative Marquetry Panels by Frank Brangwyn

Pair of 1930s Art Deco Decorative Marquetry Panels by Frank Brangwyn

By Frank Brangwyn

Located in Vienna, AT

In this listing you will find a pair of ravishing Art Deco decorative wood intarsia panels. The

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut

David & Saul: Art Deco Wood Marquetry & 24K Gold Masterpiece, Verkholantsev 1/1
David & Saul: Art Deco Wood Marquetry & 24K Gold Masterpiece, Verkholantsev 1/1

David & Saul: Art Deco Wood Marquetry & 24K Gold Masterpiece, Verkholantsev 1/1

By (After) Michael Verkholantzev, Alexander's Collection

Located in Hong Kong, HK

"David & Saul": A Modern Art Deco 1/1 Masterpiece. This Statement Piece defines Quiet Luxury

Category

2010s Chinese Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Marquetry Coffee Table, Art Deco, 20th Century
Marquetry Coffee Table, Art Deco, 20th Century

Marquetry Coffee Table, Art Deco, 20th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Large round coffee table in wood marquetry, playing on symmetry and color, art deco 4 legs with

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20th Century French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Table Art Deco, France, 1920 in Marquetry
Table Art Deco, France, 1920 in Marquetry

Table Art Deco, France, 1920 in Marquetry

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Table Material: Wood Style: Art Deco France We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Serving Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Style Italian Marquetry Bar Cart
Art Deco Style Italian Marquetry Bar Cart

Art Deco Style Italian Marquetry Bar Cart

Located in Winter Park, FL

An Art Deco style Italian marquetry bar bart or drinks trolley, made of mahogany, and richly

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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Mahogany

Table Art Deco, France, 1920, Marquetry and Wood
Table Art Deco, France, 1920, Marquetry and Wood

Table Art Deco, France, 1920, Marquetry and Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Table in marquetry Material: Wood Style: Art Deco France We have specialized in the sale of Art

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Wooden Tray with Geometric Marquetry – France, 1940s
Art Deco Wooden Tray with Geometric Marquetry – France, 1940s

Art Deco Wooden Tray with Geometric Marquetry – France, 1940s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Art Deco Wooden Tray with Geometric Marquetry – France, 1940s Description: This is an elegant Art

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Table in Wood with Marquetry, French, 1930
Art Deco Table in Wood with Marquetry, French, 1930

Art Deco Table in Wood with Marquetry, French, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

It was exhibited at Palm beach "American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)" Coffe Table Art Deco

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Mahogany Coffee Table with Marquetry
Art Deco Mahogany Coffee Table with Marquetry

Art Deco Mahogany Coffee Table with Marquetry

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Sensational Art Deco coffee table featuring chrome accents and marquetry. Likely made in Europe

Category

20th Century Spanish Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Handcrafted Art Deco Bedside Tables, Black Stone Marquetry, France
Handcrafted Art Deco Bedside Tables, Black Stone Marquetry, France

Handcrafted Art Deco Bedside Tables, Black Stone Marquetry, France

By Ginger Brown

Located in Bourguebus, FR

This pair of night stand tables is made of black stone (granit) marquetry with a top in shagreen

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Stone

Art Deco Oval Bone Marquetry Coffee Table
Art Deco Oval Bone Marquetry Coffee Table

Art Deco Oval Bone Marquetry Coffee Table

By Karl Springer

Located in New York City, NY

Solid wood curves coated with creamy camel bone chips give this piece its name. Fitted with a frosted glass top that connects the handcrafted crescents, the Cheesecake Table is delec...

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2010s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bone

French Art Deco Rosewood Diamond Marquetry Buffet
French Art Deco Rosewood Diamond Marquetry Buffet

French Art Deco Rosewood Diamond Marquetry Buffet

Located in North Bergen, NJ

French Art Deco rosewood diamond marquetry buffet. With interior lemon tree wood and nickel-plated

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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Buffets

Art Deco style pedestal table with wooden marquetry, circa 1980
Art Deco style pedestal table with wooden marquetry, circa 1980

Art Deco style pedestal table with wooden marquetry, circa 1980

Located in NICE, FR

Art Deco-style side table realised in the 1980s in rosewood and varnished elm burr. The beveled

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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Elm, Rosewood

Fine French Art Deco Sideboard, with Marquetry and Brass Details
Fine French Art Deco Sideboard, with Marquetry and Brass Details

Fine French Art Deco Sideboard, with Marquetry and Brass Details

Located in Long Island City, NY

With a fine floral marquetry, a central folding door, two drawers and bronze details.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Mahogany and Satinwood Marquetry Inlaid Pedestal, Circa 1930s
Art Deco Mahogany and Satinwood Marquetry Inlaid Pedestal, Circa 1930s

Art Deco Mahogany and Satinwood Marquetry Inlaid Pedestal, Circa 1930s

Located in Germantown, MD

A Beautiful Art Deco Mahogany with Satinwood inlaid and Marquetry mixed fruitwoods Pedestal

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Swedish Art Deco Birch and Marquetry Inlay Cocktail Table
Swedish Art Deco Birch and Marquetry Inlay Cocktail Table

Swedish Art Deco Birch and Marquetry Inlay Cocktail Table

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

conditions. This marquetry decorated side table could be placed in a middle of a room since the back is

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch, Elm, Walnut, Fruitwood

Large Art Deco Console in Wood Marquetry, France ca. 1920
Large Art Deco Console in Wood Marquetry, France ca. 1920

Large Art Deco Console in Wood Marquetry, France ca. 1920

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A commanding example of French Art Deco craftsmanship, this large console from the 1920s showcases

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Dining Table with Diamond Marquetry
French Art Deco Dining Table with Diamond Marquetry

French Art Deco Dining Table with Diamond Marquetry

Located in North Bergen, NJ

Stunning French Art Deco high polish dining table with diamond inlay marquetry. The top of the

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Art Déco Decorative Box with Marquetry Inlay, France, Circa 1930
Art Déco Decorative Box with Marquetry Inlay, France, Circa 1930

Art Déco Decorative Box with Marquetry Inlay, France, Circa 1930

Located in Beirut, LB

Mid-20th Century wooden box straight from the Art Déco period and made originally in Europe, in

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood, Nutwood, Rosewood, Satinwood, Walnut

Large French Art Deco Wooden Jewelry Box with Marquetry Inlay
Large French Art Deco Wooden Jewelry Box with Marquetry Inlay

Large French Art Deco Wooden Jewelry Box with Marquetry Inlay

Located in Miami, FL

A large and very good quality French Art Deco style jewelry box made of walnut with fruitwood inlay

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Art Deco Tray in Wood Marquetry, circa 1930
Art Deco Tray in Wood Marquetry, circa 1930

Art Deco Tray in Wood Marquetry, circa 1930

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Art Deco tray in wood marquetry, circa 1930.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tray Tables

Materials

Walnut

Lucien Rollin Massive Art Deco Style Marquetry Armoire by William Switzer
Lucien Rollin Massive Art Deco Style Marquetry Armoire by William Switzer

Lucien Rollin Massive Art Deco Style Marquetry Armoire by William Switzer

By William Switzer, Lucien Rollin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lucien Rollin Massive Art Deco Style Marquetry Armoire by William Switzer Give your living space a

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Ebony, Satinwood, Zebra Wood

Jules Leleu French Art Deco Cherry Marquetry Vitrine
Jules Leleu French Art Deco Cherry Marquetry Vitrine

Jules Leleu French Art Deco Cherry Marquetry Vitrine

By Jules Leleu

Located in Baambrugge, NL

French Art Deco Cherry vitrine by Jules Leleu (1883-1961) from the 1930s and features a top

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Bronze

Swedish Deco Marquetry Cabinet by Reiners
Swedish Deco Marquetry Cabinet by Reiners

Swedish Deco Marquetry Cabinet by Reiners

By Reiners Möbler

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

Mjölby in the 1930s. The facade showcases richly detailed marquetry inlaid with multiple wood species

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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Birch, Elm, Mahogany, Satinwood

Gaston Poisson Art Deco Sideboard with Marquetry in Oak
Gaston Poisson Art Deco Sideboard with Marquetry in Oak

Gaston Poisson Art Deco Sideboard with Marquetry in Oak

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Poisson within the realm of Art Deco, this sideboard is a testament to the designer's exceptional

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Wood Marquetry Geometric Skyscraper Box, circa 1930
Art Deco Wood Marquetry Geometric Skyscraper Box, circa 1930

Art Deco Wood Marquetry Geometric Skyscraper Box, circa 1930

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco geometric lidded box was expertly crafted in France, circa 1930. The

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Sycamore, Walnut

A Fine French Art Deco Rosewood and Marquetry Dining Table by Segal
A Fine French Art Deco Rosewood and Marquetry Dining Table by Segal

A Fine French Art Deco Rosewood and Marquetry Dining Table by Segal

Located in Long Island City, NY

With a wooden and mother of pearl marquetry top, bronze details and 2 end leaves.     

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bronze

1930s French Art Deco Walnut Commode with Floral Marquetry
1930s French Art Deco Walnut Commode with Floral Marquetry

1930s French Art Deco Walnut Commode with Floral Marquetry

Located in Astoria, NY

A refined French Art Deco commode, sourced in Paris and dating to the 1930s. Executed in richly

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Bone Marquetry and Macassar Wood Box
French Art Deco Bone Marquetry and Macassar Wood Box

French Art Deco Bone Marquetry and Macassar Wood Box

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco, lidded box was hand-crafted in France in the 1930s. The lid is ornate with

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Macassar

Midcentury Modern Swedish Art Deco Birchwood Marquetry Bar Cabinet
Midcentury Modern Swedish Art Deco Birchwood Marquetry Bar Cabinet

Midcentury Modern Swedish Art Deco Birchwood Marquetry Bar Cabinet

Located in Wichita, KS

A beautiful Swedish Art Deco bar cabinet. Circa 1940. Crafted in rich, European, solid birchwood

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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Mirror, Birch, Boxwood, Rosewood

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Art Deco Marquetry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic art deco marquetry available at 1stDibs. An art deco marquetry — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. Find 271 options for an antique or vintage art deco marquetry now, or shop our selection of 41 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the art deco marquetry you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco marquetry, designed in the Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Jules Leleu, Mjölby Intarsia and Erik Chambert each produced at least one beautiful art deco marquetry that is worth considering.

How Much is a Art Deco Marquetry?

An art deco marquetry can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,599, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $110,784.

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 Marquetry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.

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

    The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.