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WMF 'Württembergische METALLWARENFABRIK', Germany, Art Deco Pen Tray with Box
Located in Copenhagen, DK
WMF (Württembergische METALLWARENFABRIK), Germany. Art Deco pen tray with a box in silver plated
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Silver Plate
H 1.58 in W 10.63 in D 2.37 in
Art Deco Pen Holder in Macassar Wood, Italy Desk Accessory from the 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Art Deco pen holder in Macassar wood and metal. Made in Italy in the 1930s.
An amazing piece
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Metal
H 3.75 in W 7.29 in D 9.45 in
Art Deco Pen Holder French Bulldog, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco desk set - pen holder - paper weight - Desk Accessory with a French bulldog on top.
This
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Pen Holders in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s. Set of 2.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Art Deco Pen Holders in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s. Set of 2.
Wonderful pair of small pen
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
Live life as a Mermaid!, Drawing, Pen & Ink on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Europe takes about 2-4 working days. In United States 5-14 working days. :: Drawing :: Art Deco/Art
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2010s Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pen
H 25.5 in W 21.8 in D 2 in
Giant Art Deco Brass Fountain Pen and Mechanical Pencil Display Models
By Wahl Eversharp Co
Located in Hanover, MA
writing pens depicted by these giant replicas.
Both have spectacular engine turned Art Deco styling
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Signs
Materials
Brass
Cartier Art Deco Gold Fountain Pen
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Rare 18K yellow gold fountain pen by Cartier, circa 1930s. It features a platinum nib and stylish
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Vintage 1930s Desk Accessories
Materials
18k Gold
Sofisticada, Drawing, Pen & Ink on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Sofisticada is a great classy and modern piece for home and office decor. :: Drawing :: Art Deco
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2010s Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pen
Ombros, Drawing, Pen & Ink on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Ombros is a modern and classy piece perfect for home and office decor. :: Drawing :: Art Deco/Art
Category
2010s Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pen
Acima, Drawing, Pen & Ink on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Acima is a modern and classy piece perfect for home and office decor. :: Drawing :: Art Deco/Art
Category
2010s Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pen
French Art Deco Malachite Pen Holder
Located in Clearwater, FL
A real statement piece! An Art Deco malachite with brass three pen holder. France, circa 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco More Desk Accessories
Materials
Malachite
Waldorf Astoria Art Deco Illustration
Located in Miami, FL
likely done on assignment for a newspaper or magazine. The Waldorf Astoria New York is an Art Deco
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1930s Art Deco Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Gouache, Pen
Elusive Parker Pen Display Case, Art Deco Font
By Parker
Located in Buffalo, NY
One of the rarer versions of a classic Parker pen store fixture, features original lacquered
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Radiation gas cookers Achievement Art Deco brochure design by Brownbridge
Located in London, GB
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Brownbridge (flourished 1930s - 1940s)
Achievement Radiation gas cookers brochure design
Pen and collage
21.5
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1930s Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Pen
Art Deco Glass and Brass Desk Inkwell with Pen Rest
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Art Deco glass and brass desk inkwell with pen rest
A very stylish piece made in heavy crystal
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Inkwells
Materials
Glass
Jean Carlu, Original Art Deco Vintage Poster, Jif Fountain Pen, 1923
By Jean Carlu
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Art Deco Vintage Poster-Jean Carlu-Jif-Foot Pen Magnet, 1923
The pencils, pen holders
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20th Century French Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
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H 62.21 in W 44.89 in D 0.04 in
Art Deco desk lamp with pen and letter holder
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
Height: 23 cm.
Width: 29 cm.
Depth: 13 cm.
Dimensions marble plate: 2x13x28 cm.
The lamp is equipped with a bayonet bulb holder with
an adapter with a small bulb holder (E14).
Origin...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Steel, Chrome
Jean Dupas art deco drawing, 'The Angel of light'
By Jean Dupas
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
/2 in. (37.5 x 31.8 cm.)
One of the leading artists of the Art Deco period, Jean Théodore Dupas was
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Crayon, Ink, Pen
Art Deco Onyx Blotter with Bronze Elk Statue and Fountain Pens
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco onyx blotter with bronze elk statue and fountain pens. The fountain pens are by Eversharp
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Inkwells
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Art Deco yellow butterfly costume design by French costume designer Jean Aumond
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
A very charming and stylish Art Deco costume study of a lady in a yellow butterfly costume by the
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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gold
Art Deco Style Copper Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Pen Holder
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco style Machine Age brown metal gooseneck desk lamp with a pen holder.
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Copper
Suite of 26 Art Deco Nude Alphabet Pen and Ink Drawings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Suite of 26 Art Deco nude alphabet pen and ink drawings, American, circa 1930s. Perfect for an old
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drawings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Desk Pen Holder with Crest
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco period black glass and brass desk pen holder with crest, circa 20th century. Piece
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Brass
Art Deco watercolour on paper of a lady in a butterfly costume by Jean Aumond
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
A very charming and stylish Art Deco costume study of a lady in a blue butterfly costume by the
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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gold
H 9 in W 7.5 in D 1 in
Art Deco Hand-Stitched Red Leather Desk Set Letter and Pen Holders
By The Leather School
Located in Atlanta, GA
is built with a letter holder and a pen holder. The streamlined shape boasts burgundy-red hand
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Leather
Just Andersen Baby Girl Figurine with Pen-Holder, 1930s Art Deco
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small figurine/vase/pencil-holder from Just Andersen designed around 1930. Its Composed of Just Andersens own alloy/patina called Disko Metal. The figurine is signed to the side: Jus...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Zodiac Pen Holder in Bronze by Tinos Copenhagen, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Stylized zodiac Pen-holder or vase in patinated bronze. It features the mermaid to one side and
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco Zodiac Pen Brush
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
vintage condition, with beautiful patina from age.
Pairs nicely with Art Deco, Arts & Crafts, or Art
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets
Materials
Bronze
"Elude", contemporary, art deco, teal, green, amber, watercolor, drawing
By Sarah Alexander
Located in Natick, MA
Deco and Art Nouveau periods. The signature is on the bottom lower right-hand corner.
Sarah Alexander
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2010s Contemporary Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Ink, Pen, Paper
H 30 in W 22 in D 0.001 in
"Trickster", contemporary, watercolor, art deco, whimsical, green, blue, drawing
By Sarah Alexander
Located in Natick, MA
illustrative drawing reminiscent of drawings from the Art Deco period. Calming green and turquoise grassy
Category
2010s Contemporary Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Pen, Board
H 32 in W 40 in D 0.001 in
French Art Nouveau Double Crystal Crystal and Art Deco Wood Pen Holder
Located in Miami, FL
A fine quality French Art Nouveau double crystal inkwell or wooden pen holder.
This French Art
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Materials
Crystal
Antique Inkwell, Bald Eagle, Pen Tray, Gilded Bronze, Signed Frecourt, Art Deco
Located in Greven, DE
Antique inkwell made from bronze. Finely chiseled and gilded.
Signed "FRECOURT" by the french artist Maurice Frecourt (born 1890, Paris).
Very good condition of the bronze and good...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Materials
Bronze, Gold
H 1.97 in W 9.06 in D 4.34 in
'Head of Woman With Collar #781' Felt tip pen, signed by artist
By Sylvia Spicuzza
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Art: 9"x11-1/2"
Frame: 16"x18-5/8"
Felt tip pen, signed lower right Sylvia
Born in 1908, Sylvia
Category
1960s Surrealist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Felt Pen
Louis Cartier Stripe Fountain Pen
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Art Deco Louis Cartier Stripe fountain pen with palladium plated body in 18k white gold nib.
Category
20th Century Desk Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco Zodiac Pen Brush Holder
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
vintage condition, with beautiful patina from age.
Pairs nicely with Art Deco, Arts & Crafts, or Art
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets
Materials
Bronze
Abstract Floral with Art Deco Vase
By Stephanie Marrott
Located in Soquel, CA
). Original acrylic on artists board. Signed lower right "Stephanie Workman Marrott" in pen. Image 28"H x 22"W
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Cardboard
Art Deco Panther Icon /// Contemporary Street Pop Art Animal Big Cat Painting
By Jack Graves III
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Jack Graves III (American, 1988-)
Title: "Art Deco Panther Icon"
Series: Icon
*Signed by
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2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Paint, Canvas
Art-Deco Swedish Hammered Silver Ink Well with Silver Pen
Located in Delft, NL
An Art Deco Swedish hammered silver ink well with silver pen.
It is a complete set made and
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20th Century Swedish Inkwells
Materials
Silver
Robert Bonfils Bianchini Ferier 1920 art deco scarf design Haiti
By Robert Bonfils
Located in London, GB
various Parisian art schools: the École Germain Pilon, the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs
Category
1920s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Pen
Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco Greek Key Bronze Doré Pen Tray Desk Accessory
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco bronze doré pen tray featuring a Greek key design
By Tiffany Studios
New York
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Bronze
H 0.38 in W 9.63 in D 3.25 in
Romain de Tirtoff, called Erte, Art Deco theatre design drawing
By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
recognized as the most influential artist of the Art Deco movement. His distinguished career spanned over 80
Category
20th Century Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
H 6.88 in W 10.25 in D 1 in
Art Deco Nude – 05-08-22, Drawing, Pencil/Colored Pencil on Paper
By Corne Akkers
Located in Yardley, PA
New Materials This Art Deco Nude as theme is not something new, the materials are. The last
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pencil
H 9.5 in W 12.2 in D 0.1 in
Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco Greek Key Bronze Pen Tray
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco bronze pen tray featuring a Greek key design
By Tiffany Studios (signed to the
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets
Materials
Bronze
Romain de Tirtoff, called ERTÉ, Art Deco theatre set designs, signed
By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
the most influential artist of the Art Deco movement. His distinguished career spanned over 80 years
Category
20th Century Art Deco Interior Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco german silvered/plated metal pen tray and inkwell decorative desk stand by
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Inkwells
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
H 3 in W 14 in D 8 in
Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920
Located in London, GB
Discovered on our travels in Italy and still yet to be seen again, this sleek 1920’s Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
H 11.42 in W 7.88 in D 3.43 in
Fountain Pen Sterling Silver and 14kt Gold Nib Fire-Enamel Art Deco Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Fountain p en in 925/1000 sterling silver and 14 kt gold nib, with fire-enamelled Art Deco design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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H 5.52 in W 0.44 in D 0.44 in
Romain de Tirtoff, called Erte, Art Deco theatre set design in ink
By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Art Deco aesthetic - streamlined, geometric, highly stylized, boldly coloured and ultra-cool.
He
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20th Century Art Deco Interior Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
Art Deco Style Console in Pen Shell, Mother of Pearl, and Red Coral, 1970s
By Maitland Smith
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Art Deco style console table, base in tesselated pen shell with mother of pearl and brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Coral, Brass
Robert Bonfils Bianchini Ferier 1920 art deco scarf design no.332 Goyescas
By Robert Bonfils
Located in London, GB
various Parisian art schools: the École Germain Pilon, the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs
Category
1920s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Romain de Tirtoff, called Erte, 2 Art Deco theatre set designs in ink
By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
, is widely recognized as the most influential artist of the Art Deco movement. His distinguished
Category
20th Century Art Deco Interior Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
Standing Nude - British 1946 exhibited art female portrait - Royal Academician
By Christopher Sanders
Located in London, GB
bold distinctive Art Deco artwork. This was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1946 and retains the
Category
20th Century Art Deco Nude Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Pen
Cartier Lapis Lazuli Rock Crystal, Agate, Enamel Art Deco Inkwell
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An outstanding Art Deco inkwell by Cartier.
The malachite and lapis lazuli rectangular base of
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories
Materials
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Sapphire, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco, Miami Beach Skirt Black and White Architectural Landscape Photography
By Luca Artioli
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco ott.c, 2009 by Luca Artioli
From the series "Miami Skin"
Miami Beach Art Deco District
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Early 2000s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment, Black and White
Small Vintage Dome Topped Box, Indian, Desk Tidy, Pen Case, Art Deco, circa 1940
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, dating to the late Art Deco period, circa 1940.
Fascinating and petite box with enthusiastic detailing
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
H 2.17 in W 7.09 in D 2.17 in
Art Deco Delano Hotel. Miami Beach Black and White Architectural landscape Photo
By Luca Artioli
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco ott.b, 2009 by Luca Artioli
From the series "Miami Skin"
A detail of the Delano Hotel
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Materials
Black and White, Archival Pigment
Pen Shell Vase in Aubergine
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish Art Deco inspired piece is very much in the style and quality of pieces created by
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Art Deco Urns
Materials
Shell
Art Deco chrome inkwell
Located in Barnstaple, GB
inkwell. She sits upon a variegated black marble plinth with chased recess for a fountain pen. The inkwell
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Inkwells
Materials
Chrome
Superman TAS Original Production Cel on Original Background: Superman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
transformed the mightiest superhero of all time into another citizen of their own art-deco D.C. Comics
Category
1990s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Paint, Paper, Pen, Pencil
Mid-Century Modernist Sculptural Pen with Pen Holder 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
desk or decor.
Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, Atomic, Eclectic, Coastal, Modern, Boho
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Chrome
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Art Deco Pen For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco pen you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each art deco pen for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and shagreen stingray. If you’re shopping for an art deco pen, we have 61 options in-stock, while there are 78 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco pen — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An art deco pen is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made art deco pen has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by R & Y Augousti, Kifu Augousti and Montblanc are consistently popular.
How Much is a Art Deco Pen?
Prices for an art deco pen can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $148 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,500.
A Close Look at art-deco Furniture
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
Questions About Art Deco Pen
- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- 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.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art 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.
- Is Toulouse-Lautrec Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art 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 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To 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 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, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art 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.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, 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.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The 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.
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