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"Lion and Gazelle, " Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study in Black and Rust
"Lion and Gazelle, " Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study in Black and Rust

"Lion and Gazelle, " Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study in Black and Rust

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Full of color and movement, this detailed study for a room dominated by a monumental Art Deco mural

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paintings

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"Harvest Landscape", Art Deco Mural Study for Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen
"Harvest Landscape", Art Deco Mural Study for Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen

"Harvest Landscape", Art Deco Mural Study for Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen

By Jais Nielsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Proof that Scandinavia equalled France in its embrace of Modernism and what we now call Art Deco

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Paintings

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Paper

"Pan in Paradise, " Superb Art Deco Mural Study by Petersen
"Pan in Paradise, " Superb Art Deco Mural Study by Petersen

"Pan in Paradise, " Superb Art Deco Mural Study by Petersen

By Einar Petersen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

paradise full of extravagant life -- including rabbits, squirrels, crested birds and stylized, Art Deco

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Herdsman, Asterion & Chara, " Rare Art Deco Mural Study, Bushnell Auditorium
"Herdsman, Asterion & Chara, " Rare Art Deco Mural Study, Bushnell Auditorium

"Herdsman, Asterion & Chara, " Rare Art Deco Mural Study, Bushnell Auditorium

By Barry Faulkner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Memorial Hall in Hartford, Connecticut, this remarkable Art Deco study depicts Canes Venatici, or the

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings

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Paper

"Seven Deadly Sins", Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study by Eugene Savage
"Seven Deadly Sins", Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study by Eugene Savage

"Seven Deadly Sins", Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study by Eugene Savage

By Eugene Francis Savage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

best known for a spectacular set of murals illustrating the history and lore of Hawaii commissioned by

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Peace and Prosperity, " Art Deco Mural Design for Fort Meade, Maryland
"Peace and Prosperity, " Art Deco Mural Design for Fort Meade, Maryland

"Peace and Prosperity, " Art Deco Mural Design for Fort Meade, Maryland

By Achille Forgione

Located in Philadelphia, PA

a classic example of Art Deco painting, and a fascinating piece of military history. (Dimensions

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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Spirit of Oshkosh, " Art Deco Mural Study by Eugene Savage, 1937
"Spirit of Oshkosh, " Art Deco Mural Study by Eugene Savage, 1937

"Spirit of Oshkosh, " Art Deco Mural Study by Eugene Savage, 1937

By Eugene Francis Savage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This very rare and important study for "The Spirit of Oshkosh," a major mural in Wisconsin, was

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Zodiac w/ Helios and Cornucopia", Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study by Savage
"Zodiac w/ Helios and Cornucopia", Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study by Savage

"Zodiac w/ Helios and Cornucopia", Fabulous Art Deco Mural Study by Savage

By Eugene Francis Savage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Painted by Eugene Savage -- arguably, America's most successful and prolific muralist in the Art

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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"The Judgment of Paris", Fabulous Art Deco Mural with Nudes by Machin
"The Judgment of Paris", Fabulous Art Deco Mural with Nudes by Machin

"The Judgment of Paris", Fabulous Art Deco Mural with Nudes by Machin

By Wilfred Machin 1

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A stunning example of Art Deco painting inspired by classical mythology, this piece depicts Paris

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Adam and Eve, " Pencil Sketch for Art Deco Mural by Fely-Mouttet, 1930
"Adam and Eve, " Pencil Sketch for Art Deco Mural by Fely-Mouttet, 1930

"Adam and Eve, " Pencil Sketch for Art Deco Mural by Fely-Mouttet, 1930

By Fely-Mouttet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

1940s and 1950s, is a fine example of Art Deco figural design. Stylized and abstracted, it still conveys

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Drawings

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Pencil, Paper

"The History of Los Angeles", Important Art Deco Mural Study w/ Major Landmarks
"The History of Los Angeles", Important Art Deco Mural Study w/ Major Landmarks

"The History of Los Angeles", Important Art Deco Mural Study w/ Major Landmarks

By Alexander Rosenfeld

Located in Philadelphia, PA

story of various towns and regions, this 1962 Art Deco study by Alexander Rosenfeld presents an array of

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Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Paintings

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'The Animal Kingdom, ' Art Deco Mural Study with Male Nudes by John Garth
'The Animal Kingdom, ' Art Deco Mural Study with Male Nudes by John Garth

'The Animal Kingdom, ' Art Deco Mural Study with Male Nudes by John Garth

By John Garth

Located in Philadelphia, PA

artists in San Francisco for many years, and served as Mural Director for the WPA Art Project there in the

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Aloha, The Universal Word, " Art Deco Study for Hawaiian Mural Series by Savage
"Aloha, The Universal Word, " Art Deco Study for Hawaiian Mural Series by Savage

"Aloha, The Universal Word, " Art Deco Study for Hawaiian Mural Series by Savage

By Eugene Francis Savage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

one of six monumental Art Deco murals commissioned by the Matson Shipping company in 1938, and

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Maternal Love, " Gorgeous 1930s Art Deco Painting with Mother and Two Sons
"Maternal Love, " Gorgeous 1930s Art Deco Painting with Mother and Two Sons

"Maternal Love, " Gorgeous 1930s Art Deco Painting with Mother and Two Sons

Located in Philadelphia, PA

One of the most beautiful and tender depictions of maternal love from the Art Deco period that we

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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Art Deco Polo Mural Study Signed by Wheeler Williams

Art Deco Polo Mural Study Signed by Wheeler Williams

By Wheeler Williams

Located in New York, NY

: Drawings for Proposed Murals: Polo Room, Hotel Plaza.... A native of Chicago, Wheeler Williams is known

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1940s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Pencil

"Story of Pennsylvania", Large Art Deco Masterpiece for Finance Bldg, PA Capitol
"Story of Pennsylvania", Large Art Deco Masterpiece for Finance Bldg, PA Capitol

"Story of Pennsylvania", Large Art Deco Masterpiece for Finance Bldg, PA Capitol

By Eugene Francis Savage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A large and remarkable masterpiece from the heyday of Art Deco mural painting, this colorful and

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings

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Pochoir of a Living Room with Matisse Style Mural
Pochoir of a Living Room with Matisse Style Mural

Pochoir of a Living Room with Matisse Style Mural

By Henry Delacroix

Located in New York, NY

Plate 24. "Petit Salon" (Small Lounge) from "Décoration moderne dans l'intérieur" by Henry Delacroix. Paris, ca. 1930. Pochoir with hand-coloring. Mild yellowing at edges.

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1930s Art Deco Prints and Multiples

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Paper

Symbolist mural design by British artist Hector Whistler
Symbolist mural design by British artist Hector Whistler

Symbolist mural design by British artist Hector Whistler

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

Hector Whistler (British, 1905 – 1978) A symbolist mural design Mixed media on paper 20 x 17.3/8 in

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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper

Leon Kroll Charcoal Study for Central Panel of Worcester Mural
Leon Kroll Charcoal Study for Central Panel of Worcester Mural

Leon Kroll Charcoal Study for Central Panel of Worcester Mural

By Leon Kroll 1

Located in Sharon, CT

Mural Worcester (Mass.) Memorial Hall Mural 1938-41. Measures: Framed 27" x 32", sight size 16"x18

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drawings

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Paper

"The Return of Timothy Pickering, " WPA Mural Study Painting, 1939
"The Return of Timothy Pickering, " WPA Mural Study Painting, 1939

"The Return of Timothy Pickering, " WPA Mural Study Painting, 1939

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Full of atmosphere, rich color and drama, this mural study by Dunbar Beck was executed in

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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Gouache

"Justice Triumphant", Mural Study for Queens, Ny Courthouse, circa 1941-1942
"Justice Triumphant", Mural Study for Queens, Ny Courthouse, circa 1941-1942

"Justice Triumphant", Mural Study for Queens, Ny Courthouse, circa 1941-1942

By Eugene Francis Savage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A striking example of WPA mural art, this study for one of the murals proposed for the new Queens

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Frolic on Horseback, " Mural Study w/ Nudes by Kenneth MacIntire
"Frolic on Horseback, " Mural Study w/ Nudes by Kenneth MacIntire

"Frolic on Horseback, " Mural Study w/ Nudes by Kenneth MacIntire

By Kenneth Stevens MacIntire

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Best known for his masterful painting of horses and polo players for a Hollywood clientele, this important study -- marked off in a grid to help the painter transfer the image to a l...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drawings

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Pencil, Paper

"Mail by Stagecoach, Lynn to Lowell", WPA Mural Study by Aiden Ripley
"Mail by Stagecoach, Lynn to Lowell", WPA Mural Study by Aiden Ripley

"Mail by Stagecoach, Lynn to Lowell", WPA Mural Study by Aiden Ripley

By Aiden Lassell Ripley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An evocative and atmospheric example of WPA mural painting, this large study in watercolor and

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Nobel Prize for Peace", Pair of Mural Paintings by Savage, "Trust Law Labor"
"Nobel Prize for Peace", Pair of Mural Paintings by Savage, "Trust Law Labor"

"Nobel Prize for Peace", Pair of Mural Paintings by Savage, "Trust Law Labor"

By Eugene Francis Savage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

leading Art Deco muralist in the 1930s and 40s. One painting is dedicated to the Nobel Prize, while the

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Pan Playing His Pipes, " Charming Mural Sketch for Liberty Music Shop, NYC
"Pan Playing His Pipes, " Charming Mural Sketch for Liberty Music Shop, NYC

"Pan Playing His Pipes, " Charming Mural Sketch for Liberty Music Shop, NYC

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. This sketch for a mural at the Shop was painted by Donald Forbes, who worked for the Federal Art

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings

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"Standing Male Nude, " Study for Mural by Allyn Cox, U.S. Capitol Painter
"Standing Male Nude, " Study for Mural by Allyn Cox, U.S. Capitol Painter

"Standing Male Nude, " Study for Mural by Allyn Cox, U.S. Capitol Painter

By Allyn Cox

Located in Philadelphia, PA

of an array of murals he painted in the 1920s, 30s and 40s, starting with an series of paintings for

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drawings

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Paper

Jazz-Age Plaster Mural of a Band of Musicians, France, circa 1930s
Jazz-Age Plaster Mural of a Band of Musicians, France, circa 1930s

Jazz-Age Plaster Mural of a Band of Musicians, France, circa 1930s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Very large, decorative polychrome plaster bas-relief representing a band of musicians. Formed part of the decor of a Parisian Jazz club.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

"Nudes Among the Ruins, " Vivid Mural Study with Male Nudes by Allyn Cox
"Nudes Among the Ruins, " Vivid Mural Study with Male Nudes by Allyn Cox

"Nudes Among the Ruins, " Vivid Mural Study with Male Nudes by Allyn Cox

By Allyn Cox

Located in Philadelphia, PA

for a mural, probably for a domestic setting. Two male nudes are shown among Greek or Roman ruins at

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Drawings

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Paper

"Brotherly Love", Art Deco Masterwork in Gold for Elks Memorial, 1926
"Brotherly Love", Art Deco Masterwork in Gold for Elks Memorial, 1926

"Brotherly Love", Art Deco Masterwork in Gold for Elks Memorial, 1926

By Eugene Francis Savage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A true Art Deco masterpiece, painted as a final study for one of a series of large murals for the

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Paintings

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A HUGE SPECTACULAR SHABBY-CHIC Wall MIRROR by JEAN-CLAUDE MAHEY, France 1970
A HUGE SPECTACULAR SHABBY-CHIC Wall MIRROR by JEAN-CLAUDE MAHEY, France 1970

A HUGE SPECTACULAR SHABBY-CHIC Wall MIRROR by JEAN-CLAUDE MAHEY, France 1970

By Jean Claude Mahey

Located in PARIS, FR

Mahey's dimension in french design. Un exceptionnel et opulent miroir mural octogonal, Art-Déco, Néo

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Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Wall Mirrors

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Talosel

Très beau miroir mural Art Déco
Très beau miroir mural Art Déco

Très beau miroir mural Art Déco

By Art Decor

Located in CANNES, FR

Très beau miroir mural Art Déco en palissandre et pièces chromées Peut s'accrocher verticalement ou

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Chrome

Très beau miroir d'époque Art Déco
Très beau miroir d'époque Art Déco

Très beau miroir d'époque Art Déco

By Art Decor

Located in CANNES, FR

Très beau miroir mural Art-Déco Verre biseauté sur les cotés Très beau décor en bronze argenté

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Silver, Bronze

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Art Deco Murals For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of art deco murals available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of paint, paper and fabric, all art deco murals available were constructed with great care. Find 92 antique and vintage art deco murals at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Art deco murals have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Art deco murals are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco style is often sought at 1stDibs. Dunbar D. Beck, Eugene Francis Savage and Allyn Cox each produced beautiful art deco murals that are worth considering.

How Much are Art Deco Murals?

Prices for art deco murals can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, art deco murals begin at $150 and can go as high as $650,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,336.

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 Murals
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best type of paint for murals is acrylic due to its lightfastness and weather resistance. Acrylics work on almost all surfaces and are famous for their quick-drying and flexibility. You will find murals of different styles like contemporary, modern, abstract and street art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    In art, a mural is a painting applied to a permanent part of architecture. Most often, artists apply murals to walls or ceilings. Some famous examples of murals in art history include Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper, Diego Rivera's Man, Controller of the Universe and Banksy's Girl with Balloon. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of art from some of the world's top dealers and galleries.
  • 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.