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Le "FLIP" Soap original vintage French antique poster
Located in Spokane, WA
Original French vintage poster. le "Flip" Soap. This fun image shows the tube of 'Flip
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1920s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Illusion : Boy, Cat and Soap Bubbles - Original woodcut, Handsigned
By Gabriel Belot
Located in Paris, FR
Gabriel BELOT Illusion : Boy, Cat and Soap Bubbles, 1922 Original woodcut Handsigned in pencil
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1920s Art Deco Interior Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Vintage Lidded Soap Dish, English, Glass, Bathroom Tray, Art Deco, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage lidded soap dish. An English, art glass bathroom tray in Art Deco taste, dating
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Art Glass

20th Century Art Deco Glass Vanity Set of Two Bottles and Soap Container
Located in Sofia, BG
glass and tulip patterns in burgundy. Art Deco style Paris, circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Bathroom Set 1920
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Art Deco bathroom set made by Belgian brand Royal Boch. made of white porcelain. This set
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Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Bathroom Set 1920
Art Deco Bathroom Set 1920
H 5.12 in W 22.45 in D 5.91 in
Art Deco Sculpture Signed Carlier
By Émile Nestor Joseph Carlier 1
Located in NANTES, FR
Large art deco illuminating sculpture, circa 1930. Spelter sculpture on marble base. Opalescent
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Art Deco Sculpture Signed Carlier
Art Deco Sculpture Signed Carlier
H 27.96 in W 6.11 in D 4.14 in
Antique Wall Mount Brass Bathroom Prong Dual Cup Holder & Soap Dish Holder
By Brasscrafter Co. 1
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The fixture is composed of brass and has a sturdy wall
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Crackle Glazed Female Ceramic Figure, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this charming Art Deco ceramic figure depicting a nude young girl with a
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Bohemia Karl Palda Crystal Vanity Set, 1930s
By Karl Palda, Novy Bor Glassworks
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional luxury Art Deco Bohemian Karl Palda crystal cut vanity set with soap container, perfume
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Auguste Mouzin Ceramic Toiletry Dresser Bowl, Pitcher and Boxes Set
By Mouzin Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
Auguste Mouzin et Cie, Belgium, designed and manufactured this lovely Art Deco bedroom or dresser
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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Grande Dame of American Art Deco Lighting, c.1932
By Lincoln Lighting Company
Located in Prescott, US
From the heights of the Art Deco movement and the depths of the Great Depression comes Lincoln
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Original poster by Cappiello for the toothpastes of the Benedictines of Soulac
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful poster after Cappiello for the toothpastes of the Benedictines of Soulac. Art Deco
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1920s Art Deco Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

French Art Deco Tray with Star Motif, Bronze and Etched Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amazing early 20th century Rectangular Art Deco carved bronze tray with handles and etched mirror
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20th Century French Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Bronze

French Art Deco Tray with Shell Motif, Bronze and Etched Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amazing early 20th century octagonal Art Deco tray with shell handles and etched mirror top, France
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20th Century French Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal, Brass

Dakota Jackson French Art Deco Postmodern Mahogany Executive Partners Desk 96"
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Dakota Jackson post modern Art Deco style executive partners desk featuring mahogany with
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Just Andersen Danish Art Deco Pewter Set 1920 Jar Dish Bottle Opener
By Just Andersen
Located in New York, NY
. Another is a dish which can be used for soap. The other is a seahorse bottle opener. Signed . Canister: 6
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Jars

Materials

Pewter

French Art Deco Mirror Tray in Brass and Wood with Glass Rod Handles
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind Art Deco vanity in Brass, Wood and Glass, France, 1930s. Cool small mirror tray with
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20th Century French Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Marius-Ernest Sabino French Art Deco Table Lamp and Garniture Set, Signed
By Marius-Ernest Sabino
Located in Miami, FL
A fine French Art Deco table lamp by "Marius Ernest Sabino" (1878-1961) and including a breccia
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20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Breccia Marble

Fred Press, American Art Deco, Painted Plaster Bust of a Faun, ca. 1930s
By Fred Press
Located in New York, NY
early age Fred showed his sculpting prowess as the Ivory Soap contest winner in the early 1930’s. During
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Busts

Materials

Plaster

Construction on Blvd Haussmann, Paris 1926 - Silver Gelatin B and W Photography
Located in Atlanta, GA
excavation construction site. In the background is a gigantic wall painting of the Cadum soap advertisement
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1920s Art Deco Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Art Deco Walnut Wood Goat Skin and Brass Italian Commode Chest of Drawers, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Italian Art Deco dresser from the first half of the last century. You can recognize his Italian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Opalescent Art Glass Fish Figurine by Marius-Ernest Sabino
By Marius-Ernest Sabino
Located in Miami, FL
signed on base "Sabino France". Of the "Art Deco" period Sabino art glass refers to the opalescent
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Airy Center Table, Bubbles Collection, with Wooden Bubbles and Brass Legs
By Andrii Rudenko
Located in Port Orchard, WA
collection is inspired by excitement from childhood, provoked by the first reaction to rainbow-colored soap
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2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Brass

Original Vintage Advertising Poster For Saponificio Locarno Roman Warrior Design
Located in London, GB
Switzerland featuring a great Art Deco design of a Roman soldier holding up the information on a scroll in one
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Emotional Bedside Table, Bubbles Collection, with Wooden Bubbles and Brass Legs
By Andrii Rudenko
Located in Port Orchard, WA
collection is inspired by excitement from childhood, provoked by the first reaction to rainbow-colored soap
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2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Metal and Plywood Black Cabinet, Bubbles Collection, Amazing Emotional Design
By Andrii Rudenko
Located in Port Orchard, WA
collection is inspired by excitement from childhood, provoked by the first reaction to rainbow-colored soap
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2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Wooden Gray Cabinet, Bubbles Collection, Amazing Emotional Design
By Andrii Rudenko
Located in Port Orchard, WA
collection is inspired by excitement from childhood, provoked by the first reaction to rainbow-colored soap
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2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Bubbles Cabinet with Brass Legs, Amazing Design for Your Interior
By Andrii Rudenko
Located in Port Orchard, WA
collection is inspired by excitement from childhood, provoked by the first reaction to rainbow-colored soap
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2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Bubbles Cabinet with Brass Legs, Amazing Design for Your Interior
By Andrii Rudenko
Located in Port Orchard, WA
collection is inspired by excitement from childhood, provoked by the first reaction to rainbow-colored soap
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2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Bubbles Cabinet with Brass Legs, Amazing Design for Your Interior
Bubbles Cabinet with Brass Legs, Amazing Design for Your Interior
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H 74.81 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Dark-Red Cabinet, Bubbles Collection, Amazing Emotional Design for Your Interior
By Andrii Rudenko
Located in Port Orchard, WA
collection is inspired by excitement from childhood, provoked by the first reaction to rainbow-colored soap
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2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Dining Table Featuring Bronze Lacquered Metal Base
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary dining table featuring lacquered metal base with stripes. Shaped soap ceramic top, in
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Stunning Cabinet Bubbles with Glass Balls and Brass Legs for Tasteful Interior
By Andrii Rudenko
Located in Port Orchard, WA
collection is inspired by excitement from childhood, provoked by the first reaction to rainbow-colored soap
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2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Celeste Holm Riviere Necklace Diamond Paste 14 Karat White Gold Oscar Winner
Located in New York, NY
Oklahoma! (1943) and the Soap Opera Loving. We have other pieces of Jewelry from the estate of Celeste
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Spanish Mirrored Tray with Handles
Located in Barcelona, ES
Art Deco mirror tray or vanity tray with engraved geometric motifs and metal handles, Spain, 1930s
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20th Century Spanish Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Spanish Mirrored Tray with Handles
Spanish Mirrored Tray with Handles
H 1.58 in W 14.77 in D 10.04 in
Blossom by Georg Jensen Spectacular Blossom by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ova
By Georg Jensen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Blossom by Georg Jensen Gorgeous Blossom by Georg Jensen sterling silver soap dished marked #2
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Candelabras

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Silver

French Faux Bamboo Vanity Tray or Serving Tray in Brass and Bronze
Located in Barcelona, ES
soaps. The decorative objects shown at the images are for demonstration only. Measures: 43 cm W x 28
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20th Century French Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass, Bronze

18K White Gold Baguette and Round Natural Diamonds Anniversary Eternity Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
cause damage -Clean your ring regularly with mild soap and water, and dry it with a soft cloth -Store
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rhodium, White Gold

18KT White Gold Baguette Round Diamond Cluster Halo Side Accented Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
mild soap and water. And remember to store it in a safe place, such as a jewelry box or a soft pouch
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rhodium, White Gold, 18k Gold

20th Century, Brown and Floreal Motifs Savonerie French Rug, ca 1920
Located in Firenze, IT
carpets was settled in Paris in an ancient soap factory. Its foundation was an attempt by France in the
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1900s Antique European Rug 13′ × 16′3″
Located in Los Angeles, US
themselves from Louis XIV style to Rococo to French Empire to Art Deco and beyond. Antique French Savonnerie
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Empire Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

1900s Antique European Rug 13′ × 16′3″
1900s Antique European Rug 13′ × 16′3″
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W 156 in L 195 in
Ca.1880 Antique Collectible Savonnerie Rug 6'1'' X 3'4''
Located in Los Angeles, US
themselves from Louis XIV style to Rococo to French Empire to Art Deco and beyond. Antique French Savonnerie
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Antique 1880s Spanish Empire Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Tony Rosenthal Abstract Sculpture Blackened Steel Red Blushes
By Tony Rosenthal
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
, creating an arc of public art, deco inspired sculpture in the 30’s and 40’s, figurative sculpture during
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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Original Vintage Advertising Poster For Saponificio Locarno Roman Warrior Design
Located in London, GB
Switzerland featuring a great Art Deco design of a Roman soldier holding up the information on a scroll in one
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1930s Art Deco More Prints

Materials

Paper

Santino Cowhide Patchwork Rug in Tri-Color by Grand Splendid
By Grand Splendid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
damp sponge using mild soap and warm water. With substantial foot traffic, some areas may thin over
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco North and South America...

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Cowhide

Cowhide Rug, Khaki, Hand Dyed, Sustainably Sourced, Variety of Colors
By Elementary
Located in London, GB
mild soap like shampoo (avoid use Alkaline or any other kind of strong chemical washing liquids that
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco More Carpets

Materials

Cowhide

Cowhide Rug, Salmon Pink, Hand-Dyed, Sustainably Sourced, Variety of Colors
By Elementary
Located in London, GB
mild soap like shampoo (avoid use Alkaline or any other kind of strong chemical washing liquids that
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco More Carpets

Materials

Cowhide

Cowhide Rug, Mid Grey, Hand-Dyed, Sustainably Sourced, Variety of Colors
By Elementary
Located in London, GB
mild soap like shampoo (avoid use Alkaline or any other kind of strong chemical washing liquids that
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco More Carpets

Materials

Cowhide

Cowhide Rug, Burgundy, Hand Dyed, Sustainably Sourced, Variety of Colors
By Elementary
Located in London, GB
mild soap like shampoo (avoid use Alkaline or any other kind of strong chemical washing liquids that
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco More Carpets

Materials

Cowhide

Cowhide Rug, Light Grey, Hand-Dyed, Sustainably Sourced, Variety of Colors
By Elementary
Located in London, GB
mild soap like shampoo (avoid use alkaline or any other kind of strong chemical washing liquids that
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco More Carpets

Materials

Cowhide

Cowhide Rug, Black, Hand-Dyed, Sustainably Sourced, Variety of Colors
By Elementary
Located in London, GB
mild soap like shampoo (avoid use Alkaline or any other kind of strong chemical washing liquids that
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco More Carpets

Materials

Cowhide

Art Deco Style H. Hoffman Frosted Glass Soap Dish
By Heinrich Hoffmann
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1970s re-edition of a 1927 Art Deco Heinrich Hoffman frosted green art glass soap dish or ring
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Art Deco Style H. Hoffman Frosted Glass Soap Dish
By Heinrich Hoffmann
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1970s re-edition of a 1927 Art Deco Heinrich Hoffman frosted green art glass soap dish or ring
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Art Deco Style H. Hoffman Green Glass Soap Dish
By Heinrich Hoffmann
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1970s re-edition of a 1927 Art Deco Heinrich Hoffman frosted green art glass soap dish/ring
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Style H. Hoffman Green Glass Soap Dish
By Heinrich Hoffmann
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1970s re-edition of a 1927 Art Deco Heinrich Hoffman frosted green art glass soap dish/ring
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Style H. Hoffman Frosted Pink Glass Soap Dish
By Heinrich Hoffmann
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1970s re-edition of a 1927 Art Deco Heinrich Hoffman pink art glass soap dish/ring tray
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Art Deco Style H. Hoffman Black Onyx Glass Soap Dish
By Heinrich Hoffmann
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1970s re-edition of a 1927 Art Deco Heinrich Hoffman black onyx art glass soap dish / ring
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Inspired Vulcano Soap Holder in Pitch Black Aesop Friendly
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Art Deco style. Made in steel the Vulcano stand is offered in Matt black. Dimension – 11.5(D) x 21.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco More Desk Accessories

Materials

Steel

Late 1930s Art Deco Brass Plated Koi Fish Soap Dish
Located in Cordova, SC
Brass and brass plated soap dish circa late 1930s early 1940s. There is some wear to the inside of
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Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Sterling Silver Soap or Pill Box, Finnigans Ltd, London, 1910
By Finnigans, London 1
Located in Braintree, GB
Art Deco sterling silver soap or pill box with natural emerald initials Maker: Finnigans Ltd Made
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exotic Dancer
By Claire J. R. Colinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
joined the Union of women painters and sculptors. Her work, strongly influenced by the art Deco
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1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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Art Deco Soap For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco soap you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each art deco soap for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and art glass. If you’re shopping for an art deco soap, we have 63 options in-stock, while there are 16 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an art deco soap — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right art deco soap, those designed in Art Deco, Arts and Crafts and Rococo styles are of considerable interest. A well-made art deco soap has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Andrii Rudenko, Marius-Ernest Sabino and Auguste Mouzin et Cie Pottery are consistently popular.

How Much is a Art Deco Soap?

Prices for an art deco soap start at $75 and top out at $24,400 with the average selling for $1,279.

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