$3,513Sale Price|25% Off
H 27 in W 50 in D 33 in
Restored Art Deco Rattan Shell Back Rattan Sectional Loveseat Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
1930s Art Deco Paul T. Frankl inspired sectional two-seat rattan sofa features a red shell back
Rattan
$7,999Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32.29 in W 47.25 in D 25.2 in
21st Century Lorsky Sofa, Velvet, Sardonic Shell and Solid Wood, Made in Italy
By Hebanon Studio, Hebanon Fratelli Basile
Located in Nocera Superiore, Campania
Inspired by the refined Art Deco aesthetics of the 1920s and 1930s, the Lorsky sofa is a tribute to
Velvet, Wood, Hardwood, Shell
Scandinavian mid century deco inspired 3 piece salon suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
interior that hotel look and very much in the art deco taste. Concave seats with shell back back rests
Fabric, Beech
$24,050
H 40.5 in W 62 in D 40 in
Bench / Sofa in Oak & Leather in the Manner of Thomas Stender, c. 1980s
By Thomas Stender
Located in Deland, FL
genuine, thick-cut leather and incorporates a striking combination of Art Deco, Post Modern and even
Fabric, Oak
$4,900 / set
H 32.29 in W 30.52 in D 29.34 in
Cocktail Chairs with Dark Glazed Cherry Wood Legs, Europe, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
hotel lobbies of the Art Deco period. These chairs have a soft design edge that is immediately
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Velvet Channel Back "Shell" Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An Art Deco "shell" or channel back sofa / settee in a powdery shade of navy blue. Newer updated
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Paint
Art Deco Walnut Cloud Back Sofa by Epstein
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in London, GB
A stunning and rare original Art Deco cloud back sofa in walnut. This was made by H & L Epstein
Walnut
3-Piece Mid-20th Century Shell Back Living Room Suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
3-piece mid-20th century shell back living room suite circa 1950. Elegant lounge suite to give
Upholstery
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H 34.06 in W 70.67 in D 31.89 in
Antique Bergere Sofa, English, Walnut, Cane, 3 Seat, Settee, Art Deco, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
dashing caned bergere back Wonderful Art Deco back rest with carved fan detail and figuring Sinuous
Walnut
Vintage Italian Sofa in Purple Bouclè Fabric, Restored
Located in Milano, IT
and rigour to the seat. The shell-shaped upholstered back gives the Loveseat an Art Deco style. The
Bouclé, Walnut
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H 28.35 in W 59.85 in D 33.47 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Sofa with Beech Legs and Brass Shoes, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
create an outstanding design. In many ways, this three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the
Fabric, Wood
3-Piece Art Deco Shell Back Salon Suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
3-piece Art Deco shell back salon suite circa 1930. Good quality suite comprising of a sofa and
Mahogany
3 piece art deco shell back salon suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
3 piece art deco shell back salon suite circa 1930. Good quality suite comprising of a sofa and 2
Fabric, Mahogany
3 piece Art Deco shell back salon suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
3 piece art deco shell back salon suite circa 1930. Good quality suite comprising of a sofa and 2
Fabric, Beech
1930's Art Deco Cloud Back Armchairs & Sofa by Epstein
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and incredibly beautiful three piece Art Deco period cloud back lounge suite in
Faux Leather, Walnut
1960s Retro Modern Shell Back, Three-Piece Suite of Sofa and Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Art deco inspired plush red upholstered 3 piece suite circa 1960. Very comfortable design
Birch
3 piece mid 20th century shell back living room suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
interior that hotel look and very much in the art deco taste. Concave seats with shell back back rests
Fabric, Beech
3 piece mid 20th century shell back living room suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
interior that hotel look and very much in the art deco taste. Concave seats with shell back back rests
Fabric, Beech
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H 37.41 in W 70.87 in D 26.78 in
Bespoke Art Deco Style Mustard Yellow Velvet Chaise Longue With Grey Piping
Located in Basildon, London
effect. A fantastic example of Art Deco design, this sofa would add a touch of vintage glamour style to
Velvet
Sold
H 33.47 in W 38.59 in D 33.47 in
Radice & Minotti Style Armchair, 1950s Style, 39 Colors of Italian Velvet
Located in Puglia, Puglia
. The style fits into a range of interiors such as Traditional, Art Deco, Hollywood Regency, Minimalist
Brass
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H 38 in W 32.5 in D 37 in
Black Leather Wingback Armchair by Gerhard Berg for Stokke Fabrikker, circa 1965
By Stokke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Postmodern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of
Leather, Wood
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H 35.44 in W 63.78 in D 27.56 in
Swedish Biedermeier Sofa Settee Couch 2-3 Seat 19th Century Art Deco Empire
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Biedermeier Empire smaller sofa couch with a highly carved shape and stunning shell
Birch
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H 32.25 in W 85 in D 32.25 in
'Goetz' Walnut and Leather Case Sofa by Mark Goetz for Herman Miller, Signed
By Mark Goetz Herman Miller, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a
Aluminum
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H 32.75 in W 84.5 in D 32 in
Goetz Sofa by Mark Goetz for Herman Miller in Walnut and Black Leather, Signed
By Herman Miller, Mark Goetz Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such
Leather, Walnut
Art Deco Leather Shell Back 3-Piece Suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality Art Deco period 3-piece suite, circa 1920. Suite comprises of a sofa and 2 matching
Leather
1970s Brown Leather Shell Back Three-Piece Suite Sofa and Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Brown leather suite very much in the Art Deco taste, circa 1970. Shell backs, stud work on the
Leather
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H 29.53 in W 33.86 in D 29.93 in
Art Deco Leather Club Chairs or Armchairs and Sofa, Seating Set, circa 1920
Located in Lucenec, SK
Antique Art Deco brown leather seating set consisting of two barrel club chairs and a sofa with
Leather, Wood
French Art Deco Settee, c. 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
railings that flow smoothly from the shell back to the rounded arms to the splayed front legs. The sofa is
Metal
Sold
H 38 in W 32.5 in D 37 in
Pair of Black Leather Wingback Chairs and Ottoman by Gerhard Berg, 1965
By Stokke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
it up in a Traditional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Being highly
Leather
Art Deco Shell Back Curved Sofa D320
Located in Armadale, Victoria
Swedish Art Deco curved shell back sofa with fully sprung seat and back. Reupholstered in a
French Shell Backed and Ebonized Sofa, circa 1930
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
sound condition and the legs sturdy. The shell shaped back is very much an Art Deco style and this
Upholstery
Shell Sofa, 20th Century
Located in Paris, FR
This upholstered grey/green sofa pulls all its originality from the shape of its back. Its padded
Spectacular Art Deco English Epstein Cloud Sofa Suite rare Wood
Located in Oakland, CA
take time. This is one of finest Art Deco sofa suites we've offered ever! The last cloud set we had
Wood, Fabric
Art Deco Lounge Suite Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco shell back lounge suite, smartly re upholstered in a contrasting Moquette
Fabric
Art Deco Shell Back Sofa, Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco shell back sofa, smartly re upholstered in a contrasting Moquette fabrics
Fabric, Walnut
$57,860
H 76.78 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Poerugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple The Penedo quartz display cabinet captures the enduring beauty of nature’s landscapes,...
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
Art Deco Palisander Sofa Of Scroll Shape
Located in Altrincham, GB
Art Deco Palisander Sofa Of Scroll Shape Form with Leather and Suede Upholstery on Bun Feet - 65"w x 25"d x 28"h (21" to the seat)
Leather, Suede, Palisander
French Empire Bedroom Suite Walnut Nightstands Bed Commode 1870
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This Suite Comprises of a Large Gentleman's Wardrobe, a Ladies Wardrobe, Super King Size Bed, Marble Top Commode and a Pair of Marble Top Bedside Cabinets. The Whole of the Suite Bei...
Marble
Georgian Walnut Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Georgian walnut two seater salon style settee with caned back and neutrally upholstered drop-in cushion, sweeping back rail and arms and with simple block feet. Dimensions: 51.5" ...
Wood
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
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