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Pair of Art Deco Medallions in Silvered Wood and Mirror Mosaic
Pair of Art Deco Medallions in Silvered Wood and Mirror Mosaic

Pair of Art Deco Medallions in Silvered Wood and Mirror Mosaic

Located in IT

A stunning pair of Art Deco medallions—unique and rare pieces. Crafted with a silver-painted wooden

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Silver

French Art Deco Medallion by Pierre Turin
French Art Deco Medallion by Pierre Turin

French Art Deco Medallion by Pierre Turin

By Pierre Turin

Located in Long Island City, NY

Rare French Art Deco octagonal bronze plaque. Sculpted by celebrated medalist and sculptor Pierre

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Medallion Pave Diamond Disc Earrings In 14k Yellow Gold & Silver
Art Deco Medallion Pave Diamond Disc Earrings In 14k Yellow Gold & Silver

Art Deco Medallion Pave Diamond Disc Earrings In 14k Yellow Gold & Silver

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

Command the room with these exquisite handcrafted medallion earrings. Featuring nearly 4 carats of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French Pewter Art Deco Medallion Struck with the Face of Mercury Pedant Pin
French Pewter Art Deco Medallion Struck with the Face of Mercury Pedant Pin

French Pewter Art Deco Medallion Struck with the Face of Mercury Pedant Pin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

French Art Deco pewter medallion struck with the face of mercury pedant. The finely detailed design

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Pewter

Vintage Art Deco Medallion 9k Yellow Gold Pendant Gold Fine Jewelry Fob 1927
Vintage Art Deco Medallion 9k Yellow Gold Pendant Gold Fine Jewelry Fob 1927

Vintage Art Deco Medallion 9k Yellow Gold Pendant Gold Fine Jewelry Fob 1927

Located in Torrance, CA

Elaborate vintage Art Deco era medallion (circa 1927) crafted in 9 karat yellow gold. The

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Louis Féraud BIJOUX Sautoir Necklace
Louis Féraud BIJOUX Sautoir Necklace

Louis Féraud BIJOUX Sautoir Necklace

By Louis Feraud Paris

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Louis Féraud BIJOUX Sautoir Necklace with faux pearls and golden art deco medallions. Circa 1970

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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Red Antique Rug, Art Deco Vintage Rug Oriental Handmade Carpet Chinese Rugs
Red Antique Rug, Art Deco Vintage Rug Oriental Handmade Carpet Chinese Rugs

Red Antique Rug, Art Deco Vintage Rug Oriental Handmade Carpet Chinese Rugs

Located in Wembley, GB

rug inject the traditional palette of soft camel brown and clear blue with vivid ‘Art Deco Rug

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Vintage 1930s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Red Antique Rug, Art Deco Vintage Rug Oriental Handmade Carpet Chinese Rug CHR6
Red Antique Rug, Art Deco Vintage Rug Oriental Handmade Carpet Chinese Rug CHR6

Red Antique Rug, Art Deco Vintage Rug Oriental Handmade Carpet Chinese Rug CHR6

Located in Wembley, GB

inject the traditional palette of soft camel brown and transparent blue with vivid ‘Art Deco Rug’ accents

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Antique 1890s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Jules Leleu Art Deco cabinet in amboyna with inlaid medallion
Jules Leleu Art Deco cabinet in amboyna with inlaid medallion

Jules Leleu Art Deco cabinet in amboyna with inlaid medallion

By Jules Leleu

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Classic French Art Deco cabinet (documented), by Jules Leleu (signed), in amboyna with inlaid

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Breccia Marble

14Kt Gold Art Deco Rose-Cut Diamond Medallion Drop Earrings
14Kt Gold Art Deco Rose-Cut Diamond Medallion Drop Earrings

14Kt Gold Art Deco Rose-Cut Diamond Medallion Drop Earrings

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

Adorn yourself with the timeless brilliance of rose-cut diamonds. These exquisite medallion drop

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Large Art Deco Brass Medallion and Iron Andirons
Pair of Large Art Deco Brass Medallion and Iron Andirons

Pair of Large Art Deco Brass Medallion and Iron Andirons

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A large pair of brass medallion and iron andirons. Each with a large brass medallion framed in iron

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Art Deco 18k Gold & Platinum Mother of Pearl Madonna Medallion
Art Deco 18k Gold & Platinum Mother of Pearl Madonna Medallion

Art Deco 18k Gold & Platinum Mother of Pearl Madonna Medallion

Located in Venice, CA

This is a beautiful 18k yellow gold and platinum medallion featuring the Madonna hand carved into a

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20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Art Deco rugs of the 1920s Chinoiserie style. On the Design: A light, cream white field and border

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Chinese Art Deco rugs of the 1920s Chinoiserie style. On the Design: A light, cream white field and

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Chinese Peking rugs, as well as Art Deco rugs of the 1920s Chinoiserie style. On the Design: A light

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Art Deco rugs of the 1920s Chinoiserie style. On the Design: A light, cream white field and border

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Chinese Art Deco rugs of the 1920s Chinoiserie style. On the Design: A light, cream white field and

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

"Satinwood Art Deco Chest of Drawers with Mahogany Medallion, C. 1990"
"Satinwood Art Deco Chest of Drawers with Mahogany Medallion, C. 1990"

"Satinwood Art Deco Chest of Drawers with Mahogany Medallion, C. 1990"

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Reproduction of an Art Deco Chest. Book matched Satinwood Veneers with Mahogany Center Oval

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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood, Hardwood

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Medallion and Butterfly Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Chinese Peking rugs, as well as Art Deco rugs of the 1920s Chinoiserie style. On the Design: A light

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

triplets in this design, inspired by antique Chinese Art Deco rugs and similar Chinoiserie designs of the

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

this design, inspired by antique Chinese Art Deco rugs and similar Chinoiserie designs of the 1920s

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

this design, inspired by antique Chinese Art Deco rugs and similar Chinoiserie designs of the 1920s

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

this design, inspired by antique Chinese Art Deco rugs and similar Chinoiserie designs of the 1920s

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug in Purple, Gold Medallion Pictorial Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug in Purple, Gold Medallion Pictorial Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug in Purple, Gold Medallion Pictorial Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Modern Classics Collection. This masterpiece exudes Deco sensibilities in a striking medallion design

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

this design, inspired by antique Chinese Art Deco rugs and similar Chinoiserie designs of the 1920s

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

this design, inspired by antique Chinese Art Deco rugs and similar Chinoiserie designs of the 1920s

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug in Gold with Medallion and Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

this design, inspired by antique Chinese Art Deco rugs and similar Chinoiserie designs of the 1920s

Category

2010s Afghan Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug in Purple, Gold Medallion Pictorial Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug in Purple, Gold Medallion Pictorial Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug in Purple, Gold Medallion Pictorial Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Modern Classics Collection. This masterpiece exudes Deco sensibilities in a striking medallion design

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique Peking Rug Beige Brown Medallion Art Deco Design by Rug & Kilim
Antique Peking Rug Beige Brown Medallion Art Deco Design by Rug & Kilim

Antique Peking Rug Beige Brown Medallion Art Deco Design by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

this Art Deco rug ideal to designers and archivists seeking an Oriental rug with the most idyllic

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Chinese Art Deco Rug, Brown, Medallion Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Vintage Chinese Art Deco Rug, Brown, Medallion Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim

Vintage Chinese Art Deco Rug, Brown, Medallion Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand knotted on a luscious 9 x 12 scale from China circa 1950-1960, this vintage Art Deco rug hails

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Art Deco Rug in Blue with Ivory Floral Medallions
Antique Chinese Peking Art Deco Rug in Blue with Ivory Floral Medallions

Antique Chinese Peking Art Deco Rug in Blue with Ivory Floral Medallions

Located in Long Island City, NY

traditional art belonging to the period that spans harmoniously in rich shades of beige and blue. Rich in

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Chinese Art Deco Rug in Brown with Medallion and Florals - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Chinese Art Deco Rug in Brown with Medallion and Florals - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Chinese Art Deco Rug in Brown with Medallion and Florals - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Chinese Deco aesthetic. This asymmetrical arrangement reflects the profound influence of French Art Deco

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Vintage 1940s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Blue with Gold Medallion, by Rug & Kilim
Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Blue with Gold Medallion, by Rug & Kilim

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Blue with Gold Medallion, by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This antique 10x14 Chinese Art Deco rug is the next grand addition to Rug & Kilim’s repertoire

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Samarkand Art Deco Rug in Navy Blue with Medallions by Rug & Kilim
Antique Samarkand Art Deco Rug in Navy Blue with Medallions by Rug & Kilim

Antique Samarkand Art Deco Rug in Navy Blue with Medallions by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

the maximalist Chinese Deco style of the 1920s, and enjoys brilliant medallions and vase pictorials on

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Art Deco Chinese Area Rug, Wool with Floral Medallion, 1920s
Vintage Art Deco Chinese Area Rug, Wool with Floral Medallion, 1920s

Vintage Art Deco Chinese Area Rug, Wool with Floral Medallion, 1920s

Located in Barrington, IL

This vintage Art Deco Chinese area rug features a timeless and tranquil design, with a soft tan

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Art Deco Handmade Blue Chinese Wool Rug with Medallion Motif
Vintage Art Deco Handmade Blue Chinese Wool Rug with Medallion Motif

Vintage Art Deco Handmade Blue Chinese Wool Rug with Medallion Motif

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful Chinese art Deco wool rug hand-knotted wool rug with a navy blue field. This Piece has a

Category

Vintage 1950s Tibetan Chinese Export Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Art Deco Medallion For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco medallion you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, metal and wool, every art deco medallion was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an art deco medallion, we have 26 options in-stock, while there are 13 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the art deco medallion you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco medallion, designed in the Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one art deco medallion that is appealing in its simplicity, but Rug & Kilim, Medallic Art Company and De Coene Frères produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Art Deco Medallion?

Prices for an art deco medallion can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $307 and can go as high as $120,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,225.

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 Medallion
  • 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, 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 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
    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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The work of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec falls into the Art Nouveau style, which was prevalent approximately during the period of 1890-1910. Following the Art Nouveau period was the Art Deco era, which is usually defined as the era between 1920 and 1930. Toulouse-Lautrec died in 1901 putting his art in the era of Art Nouveau, but certain aspects of it definitely hint at the coming Art Deco style considering the definite overlap of the two movements. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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.