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An Art Deco Brass and Sunburst Mirror Fire Screen
An Art Deco Brass and Sunburst Mirror Fire Screen

An Art Deco Brass and Sunburst Mirror Fire Screen

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

An Art Deco Brass and Sunburst Mirror Fire Screen This is a decorative Fire Screen it has a brass

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Mirror

Art Deco Fire Screen Attributed to Paul Kiss
Art Deco Fire Screen Attributed to Paul Kiss

Art Deco Fire Screen Attributed to Paul Kiss

By Paul Kiss

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An Art Deco wrought iron fire screen having hammered and gilded surface work and a central motif

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Aphrodite, Framed Art Deco Foil and Screenprint by Erte
Aphrodite, Framed Art Deco Foil and Screenprint by Erte

Aphrodite, Framed Art Deco Foil and Screenprint by Erte

By Erté

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Erté Title: Aphrodite Year: 1985 Medium: Embossed Serigraph with foil stamping, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 185/300 Image Size: 32 x 22.5 inches Size: 35.5 x 25.5 ...

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1980s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Foil

Above the Clouds, Art Deco Screenprint by Robert Moser
Above the Clouds, Art Deco Screenprint by Robert Moser

Above the Clouds, Art Deco Screenprint by Robert Moser

Located in Long Island City, NY

Robert Moser - Above the Clouds, Medium: Screenprint and Gold Foil, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 52/325, Image Size: 29.75 x 21.75 inches, Size: 36.25 x 27.75 in. (92.08 x...

Category

20th Century Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Gold Leaf

Red Sea, Art Deco Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil by Erte
Red Sea, Art Deco Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil by Erte

Red Sea, Art Deco Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil by Erte

By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff

Located in Long Island City, NY

Red Sea by Erté, Russian (1892–1990) Date: 1985 Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition of 311/350 Image Size: 18.5 x 16 inches Size: 26 x 22 in. (66.04 x 55.88 cm) Frame ...

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1980s Art Deco Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

French Art Deco Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen Signed Szabo
French Art Deco Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen Signed Szabo

French Art Deco Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen Signed Szabo

By Paul Kiss, Edgar Brandt, Raymond Subes, Adalbert Szabo

Located in Houston, TX

French Art Deco wrought iron fireplace screen Signed Szabo. Superb and rare antique French Art Deco

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Wrought Iron

21st Century Siren Room Divider in Golden Brass and Wood, Made in Italy
21st Century Siren Room Divider in Golden Brass and Wood, Made in Italy

21st Century Siren Room Divider in Golden Brass and Wood, Made in Italy

By Hebanon Fratelli Basile, Hebanon Studio

Located in Nocera Superiore, Campania

Inspired by Art Deco atmospheres, the Siren screen enchants with its sinuous shapes. The green

Category

2010s Italian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Gold Plate, Metal

Pursuit of Flore, Art Deco Screenprint with Foil by Erte
Pursuit of Flore, Art Deco Screenprint with Foil by Erte

Pursuit of Flore, Art Deco Screenprint with Foil by Erte

By Erté

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Erté Title: Pursuit of Flore Year: circa 1985 Medium: Embossed Serigraph with foil stamping, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 54/300 Image Size: 33 x 26.5 in. (83.82 ...

Category

1980s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Foil

Large Art Deco Double Doors or Geometric Screen Panels
Large Art Deco Double Doors or Geometric Screen Panels

Large Art Deco Double Doors or Geometric Screen Panels

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

, these Art Deco internal double doors or geometric screen panels make a striking interior focal point and

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Doors and Gates

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

At the Theatre: Golden Calf, Art Deco Screenprint on Arches by Erte
At the Theatre: Golden Calf, Art Deco Screenprint on Arches by Erte

At the Theatre: Golden Calf, Art Deco Screenprint on Arches by Erte

By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff

Located in Long Island City, NY

At the Theatre: Golden Calf by Erté, Russian (1892–1990) Date: 1983 Screenprint on Arches, signed and numbered in pencil Edition of AP Image Size: 21.5 x 16.75 inches Size: 26.5 x 20...

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1980s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Screen

Freedom and Captivity, Framed Art Deco Screenprint with Foil by Erte
Freedom and Captivity, Framed Art Deco Screenprint with Foil by Erte

Freedom and Captivity, Framed Art Deco Screenprint with Foil by Erte

By Erté

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Erté Title: Freedom and Captivity Year: 1982 Medium: Screenprint with Foil Stamping, Signed and Numbered in Pencil Edition: AP 57/70 Image Size: 25.5 x 18 inches Size: 32.75 ...

Category

1980s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Foil

Art Deco wrought-iron fireplace screen attributed to Raymond Subes
Art Deco wrought-iron fireplace screen attributed to Raymond Subes

Art Deco wrought-iron fireplace screen attributed to Raymond Subes

By Raymond Subes

Located in Miami, FL

Wrought-iron fireplace screen attributed to Raymond Subes, French Art Deco work circa 1930–1940

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Wrought Iron

The Letter 'Y' from the Alphabet Suite, Art Deco Screenprint by Erte
The Letter 'Y' from the Alphabet Suite, Art Deco Screenprint by Erte

The Letter 'Y' from the Alphabet Suite, Art Deco Screenprint by Erte

By Erté

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Erte, Russian (1892 - 1989) Title: The Letter 'Y' from the Alphabet Suite Year: 1976 Medium: Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: XC (90) Image Size: 16 x 10.5...

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1970s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Screen

Splendid Louis Midavaine Screen, 1888-1978
Splendid Louis Midavaine Screen, 1888-1978

Splendid Louis Midavaine Screen, 1888-1978

By Louis Midavaine

Located in Renens, CH

Splendid Louis Midavaine screen, circa 1925, with 3 articulated leaves in lacquered wood and

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Signs

Materials

Wood

Restored Art Deco Palm Frond Design Rattan Mirror Folding Screen
Restored Art Deco Palm Frond Design Rattan Mirror Folding Screen

Restored Art Deco Palm Frond Design Rattan Mirror Folding Screen

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautifully restored Art Deco rattan folding screen mirror featuring two hinged panels with

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Rattan, Mirror

Ballet Line Dancers, Signed Art Deco Screenprint by Erte
Ballet Line Dancers, Signed Art Deco Screenprint by Erte

Ballet Line Dancers, Signed Art Deco Screenprint by Erte

By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff

Located in Long Island City, NY

Erte, Russian (1892 - 1990) - Ballet Line Dancers, Year: 1982, Medium: Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 241/300, Image Size: 4 x 13 inches, Size: 5.75 x 13 in. (...

Category

1980s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

French Art Deco Neoclassical Style Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen with Arrows
French Art Deco Neoclassical Style Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen with Arrows

French Art Deco Neoclassical Style Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen with Arrows

Located in Houston, TX

French Art Deco Neoclassical style wrought iron fireplace screen with Arrows. Beautiful period

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Wrought Iron

A French Art Deco Wrought Iron Doors, Gates or screen
A French Art Deco Wrought Iron Doors, Gates or screen

A French Art Deco Wrought Iron Doors, Gates or screen

Located in Long Island City, NY

On Sale for a limited time...! A French Art Deco wrought iron set of double-sided doors, gates, or

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Deco Beaten Brass Fire Screen, Stylish Early 20th Century Design
Art Deco Beaten Brass Fire Screen, Stylish Early 20th Century Design

Art Deco Beaten Brass Fire Screen, Stylish Early 20th Century Design

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Stylish Art Deco beaten brass fire screen This is a charming and stylish screen, the screen it

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

On The Avenue Metropolis, Signed Art Deco Screenprint by Erte
On The Avenue Metropolis, Signed Art Deco Screenprint by Erte

On The Avenue Metropolis, Signed Art Deco Screenprint by Erte

By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff

Located in Long Island City, NY

Erte, Russian (1892 - 1990) - On The Avenue Metropolis, Year: 1985, Medium: Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 96/300, Size: 25.5 x 29.75 in. (64.77 x 75.57 cm)

Category

1980s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

1992 Charles Lepas 'Moka' Art Deco Green, Pink France Serigraph

1992 Charles Lepas 'Moka' Art Deco Green, Pink France Serigraph

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Paper Size: 32.5 x 21.5 inches ( 82.55 x 54.61 cm ) Image Size: 32.5 x 21.5 inches ( 82.55 x 54.61 cm ) Framed: No Condition: A: Mint Additional Details: Published by Graphique...

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1990s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Art Deco Embossed Serigraph Print by Erte, 1991, Boudoir
Art Deco Embossed Serigraph Print by Erte, 1991, Boudoir

Art Deco Embossed Serigraph Print by Erte, 1991, Boudoir

By Erté

Located in Washington, DC

Artist: Erté Title: Boudoir Medium: Embossed serigraph Year: 1991 Edition: 290/300 Sheet Size: 41 3/4" x 29 1/4" Image Size: 35 1/4" x 23 1/4" Signature: Stamped signature

Category

1990s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Screen

Vintage Art Deco Brass Peacock Folding Fireplace Screen
Vintage Art Deco Brass Peacock Folding Fireplace Screen

Vintage Art Deco Brass Peacock Folding Fireplace Screen

Located in Portsmouth, VA

Embrace the timeless elegance and functionality of our Vintage Solid Brass Peacock Fireplace Screen

Category

Mid-20th Century American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Fireplace Door / Fire Screen by Dagobert Peche, Austria, 1920s
Art Deco Fireplace Door / Fire Screen by Dagobert Peche, Austria, 1920s

Art Deco Fireplace Door / Fire Screen by Dagobert Peche, Austria, 1920s

By Dagobert Peche

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

An unique fireplace door / fire guard designed by Dagobert Peche and manufactured in 1920. Excellent original condition with nice patina on brass. Dagobert Peche, 1887-1923, Austrian...

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Flapper Embossed Serigraph by Erte, Art Deco Style, 1990, Signed
Flapper Embossed Serigraph by Erte, Art Deco Style, 1990, Signed

Flapper Embossed Serigraph by Erte, Art Deco Style, 1990, Signed

By Erté

Located in Washington, DC

Artist: Erté Title: Flapper Medium: Embossed serigraph Year: 1990 Edition: CCXXII/CCC Sheet Size: 41 3/4" x 29 1/4" Image Size: 35 1/4" x 23 1/4" Signature: Stamped signature

Category

1990s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Screen

Victime de l'Art
Victime de l'Art

Victime de l'Art

By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff

Located in Greenwich, CT

Victime de l'Art is an expertly crafted, embossed serigraph on paper with foil stamping and an

Category

20th Century Art Deco Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Screen

Art Deco Embossed Serigraph by Erte, Signed, 1990, Pearls and Emeralds
Art Deco Embossed Serigraph by Erte, Signed, 1990, Pearls and Emeralds

Art Deco Embossed Serigraph by Erte, Signed, 1990, Pearls and Emeralds

By Erté

Located in Washington, DC

Artist: Erté Title: Pearls and Emeralds Medium: Embossed serigraph Year: 1990 Edition: 265/300 Sheet Size: 41 3/4" x 29 1/4" Image Size: 35 1/4" x 23 1/4" Signature: Stamped signature

Category

1990s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Screen

Pair of Important Art Deco Nickeled Hand-Hammered Iron Fire Screens, Signed
Pair of Important Art Deco Nickeled Hand-Hammered Iron Fire Screens, Signed

Pair of Important Art Deco Nickeled Hand-Hammered Iron Fire Screens, Signed

Located in New York City, NY

An exceptional pair of hand-forged iron Art Deco fire screens featuring overall linear and scroll

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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Brass and Gilt Wire Mesh Four-Fold Fire Screen, Circa 1930s
Art Deco Brass and Gilt Wire Mesh Four-Fold Fire Screen, Circa 1930s

Art Deco Brass and Gilt Wire Mesh Four-Fold Fire Screen, Circa 1930s

Located in Germantown, MD

An Art Deco Period Brass and Gilt Wire Mesh Four-Fold Fire Screen, Circa 1930s. Features polished

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Steel, Brass

Deco Lady, Peter Max
Deco Lady, Peter Max

Peter MaxDeco Lady, Peter Max, 1989

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

Deco Lady, Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Flower Lady Year: 1987 Edition: 139/300, plus proofs Medium: Silkscreen on Arches paper Size: 37 x 26 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription: Signed ...

Category

1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Screen

Art Deco Fire Screen in Glass and Bronze, attributed to Jacques Adnet c.1930s
Art Deco Fire Screen in Glass and Bronze, attributed to Jacques Adnet c.1930s

Art Deco Fire Screen in Glass and Bronze, attributed to Jacques Adnet c.1930s

By Jacques Adnet

Located in London, GB

A stunning glass and bronze firescreen in the style of Jacques Adnet. Two small chips one to the top( inside do not very visible and one on bottom corner) both chips have been filed ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Bronze

Restored 3-Panel Art Deco Palm Frond Design Rattan Mirror Folding Screen
Restored 3-Panel Art Deco Palm Frond Design Rattan Mirror Folding Screen

Restored 3-Panel Art Deco Palm Frond Design Rattan Mirror Folding Screen

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautifully restored Art Deco rattan folding screen mirror featuring two hinged panels with

Category

Vintage 1950s Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Rattan, Mirror

Large Antique Art Deco Glass Door
Large Antique Art Deco Glass Door

Large Antique Art Deco Glass Door

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

sides, this door could be used as a shower screen or Art Deco cupboard creating some privacy with its

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal

Narrow Antique Art Deco Glass Door
Narrow Antique Art Deco Glass Door

Narrow Antique Art Deco Glass Door

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

side, this door could be used as a shower screen or Art Deco cupboard creating some privacy with its

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Firescreen from USA, 1930s
Art Deco Firescreen from USA, 1930s

Art Deco Firescreen from USA, 1930s

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A unique and expressive Art Deco fire screen handmade of silver enameled scored steel and having a

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Steel

June
June

June

By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff

Located in Greenwich, CT

in exquisite jewelry, gold and elegant materials alongside a backdrop of an Art Deco style interior

Category

20th Century Art Deco Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Screen

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

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