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Art Deco Spelter Figural Dancer, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very charming Art Deco spelter figure. The figure depicts a female
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Spelter Lady Lamp circa 1930s
By Josef Lorenzl
Located in Dereham, GB
Art Deco Spelter Lady Lamp circa 1930s
Gold Colour with silver Skirt
Standing on Black Marble
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Spelter
1930 Art Deco Spelter by Demeter Chiparus Onyx Base
Located in Marseille, FR
1930 Art Deco spelter by Demeter Chiparus onyx base
Additional information:
Material: Metal
Category
20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Spelter Figure on Onyx Base, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this original Art Deco spelter figure depicting a young women in fashion
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
Art Deco. Spelter Bonzed Representation of Bloodhound Marble Base Signed: BERNI
Located in Verviers, BE
Signed: BERNI
Art Deco. Spelter Bonzed Representation of Bloodhound
On Onyx & Marble Base
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 7.88 in W 21.26 in D 4.73 in
Art Deco Spelter Lady Lamp in the Manner of Lorenzl circa 1930s
By (After) Josef Lorenzl
Located in Dereham, GB
Art Deco Spelter Lady Lamp in the Manner of Lorenzl circa 1930s
Silver & gold in colour,
Spelter
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Spelter
Art Deco Spelter Metal Elephant Lamp with Crackle Shade by A.P.T. NY
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Art Deco spelter metal elephant lamp with crackle shade signed A.P.T. NY. The lamp
Category
Vintage 1920s Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Déco Spelter Egret Sculpture with Marble Base Signed by Julcame Reg, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco spelter egret sculpture with marble and alabaster base signed by Julcame Reg, France
By
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Alabaster, Marble, Metal, Lead, Spelter, Zinc
H 18 in W 9 in D 4 in
Art Deco Spelter Female Figure, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very charming Art Deco female spelter figure. The figure depicts a
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
Art Deco spelter panther by M Font
By M. Font
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Wonderful large sized spelter animal figure by M Font , signed on the marble
Circa 1930 mounted on
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
Art Deco Spelter 'Mother & Child' On Marble , French, c1930
Located in Devon, England
spelter and gilded on top in soft tones of silver, dark sepia and black. All rests on a solid marble tri
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Spelter Figural Lady on Alabaster Base, 1930s
Located in Devon, England
A very elegant and original 1930s Art Deco figurine of a lady in cold painted Spelter. She stands
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Spelter Figural Lady on Alabaster Base, c1930's
Located in Devon, England
A very tall and elegant original 1930's Art Deco figurine of a lady in cold painted Spelter. She
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
Art Deco Spelter Figural Lady on Onyx Base, 1930's
Located in Devon, England
A very elegant and original 1930's Art Deco figurine of a lady in cold painted Spelter. She stands
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
Art Deco Spelter Metal Nude Greek Goddess Torch Tip Table Lighter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Nude Greek Goddess spelter metal torch tip table lighter featuring a nude flapper gilded in bronze
Category
Vintage 1930s Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Spelter
'Olimpia': Art Déco Spelter Sculpture with Stone Base by Le Faguays (Fayral)
By Pierre Le Faguays, Max Le Verrier
Located in North Miami, FL
'Olimpia': Art Déco french spelter sculpture with stone base by Pierre Le Faguays (Fayral) for Max
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Metal, Spelter, Zinc, Lead
H 20 in W 12.5 in D 5 in
Art Deco Spelter Sculpture, Signed: Prof. R. Volpi 2359 Made in Belgium
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Deco
His studio was located in Schaerbeek (Belgium), where he worked as a sculptor for a
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 11.42 in W 11.42 in D 5.52 in
Art Deco Spelter Sculpture Love Message by Pierre Le Faguays and Max Le Verrier
By Max Le Verrier, Pierre Le Faguays
Located in Ulm, DE
Deco style, France.
Materials:
patinated spelter (french: régule), marble base
Socle could have
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 13.39 in W 3.94 in D 2.76 in
Art Deco Female 'Hollywood' Girl In Spelter, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this superb Art Deco spelter female designed by Lorenzl. She's made from
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
20th Century French Sculpture 'The Hunter' by D Chiparus
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Very striking 20th Century French Art Deco spelter sculpture 'The Hunter', bearing the signature D
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
Rare Art Deco Bronze patinated Regula Leaping Greyhound Table Lamp, France 1930s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Rare Art Deco Leaping Greyhound Table Lamp, France, 1930s.
A very stylish art deco spelter lamp
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 5.91 in W 9.85 in D 2.96 in
French Art-deco-orientalist Spelter of a Nude Young Maiden, Attributed to Hottot
By Louis Hottot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Imposing fine and large French Art-Deco Spelter (Petit-bronze) figure of a standing semi-nude
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 54.5 in W 26 in D 19.5 in
Louis Albert Carvin, Lovebirds, France Art Deco, 1920s
By Louis-Albert Carvin
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful romantic Art Deco spelter sculpture by Louis Albert Carvin (1875-1951) of two lovebirds
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Spelter Antelope Sculpture, French, Art Deco, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco antelope sculpture, France, 1920s. Spelter, marble and onyx. Measures: width 17.7
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Large Spelter Figure, French, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Art Deco sculpture in gilded spelter on a solid marble base 'LA JOUEUSE DE FLUTE'. Originates from
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
French Art Deco Marble Spelter Greyhound, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
French Art Deco Greyhound
Marble and Patinated Spelter circa 1930
Good condition
Shipping
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
1930 Art Deco Pendulum Spelter And Portor Marble
Located in Marseille, FR
Art Deco 1930 pendulum dancer in regulates on marble base portor movement of the pendulum to be
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Spelter
Art Deco Small Spelter Female Table Lighter, C1930
Located in Devon, England
An original 1930's Art Deco cold painted spelter figure strike lighter. Depicts a young woman
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
Art Deco Period Green Patinated Spelter Sculpture Cougar
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful stylized Art Deco sculpture of a cougar, made of green patinated spelter. On a black
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Pair of Figural Spelter Bookends, French, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Very stylish and rare matching pair of Art Deco bookends. These are a great find and in exceptional
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Cold Painted Spelter Figure of a Greyhound
Located in Barnstaple, GB
Circa 1925, an absolutely charming cold painted Spelter figure of a standing greyhound. This
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Nude Spelter Figurine By Josef Lorenzl, c1930
By (After) Josef Lorenzl
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this delightful Art Deco figure depicting a nude young woman. Dating to
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
Art Deco Period Patinated Spelter Sculpture Whippet / Greyhound Dog
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
spelter (zinc alloy). On a black Belgian marble hexagonal plint. Signed on the back: France. Artist
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Enameled Spelter Metal Terrier Ashtray
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco enameled beige spelter metal terrier dog ashtray featuring cigarette holder and 2
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Ashtrays
Materials
Metal
French Art Deco Table Lamps with Spelter Birds Motif
Located in Verviers, BE
Stunning French Art Deco table lamps Gorgeous glass globe shade.
With Spelter Bird motif. Sitting
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Period Spelter Sculpture of a Woman Flapper Dancer
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An elegant sculpture of a female dancer in Art Deco style. It's made of multi-colored patinated
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Original Cold Painted Spelter Lady Figural Lamp, c1930
Located in Devon, England
An impressive 38 cm tall this original 1930's Art Deco cold painted spelter table lamp features a
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
Antique French Art Deco Bookends Angelfish 1930 Black Marble Spelter Moonfish
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Stylish & Timeless! These French Art Deco Angelfish bookends from the 1930s.
Marvelous Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 7.09 in W 5.71 in D 3.15 in
Art Deco Sculpture - Dancing Woman - By DENIS - Max Verrier - Patinated Spelter
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An elegant Art Deco sculpture of a Dancing Woman with grapes in her hands. Depicting Maenad, the
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Spelter
H 10.63 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
French Art Deco Table Lamp with stylized Spelter Representation of Bird
Located in Verviers, BE
Stunning French Art Deco table lamp Gorgeous glass globe shade.
With Spelter Bird motif. Sitting on
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 8.27 in W 9.45 in D 4.34 in
Gorgeous Art Deco Cold Painted Spelter Alsatians Seated on a Marble Base
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A wonderful Art Deco original decorative pair of cold painted Alsatians. Lovely details on both
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Pair of 1930s Art Deco Era - Nuart - Nude Flapper Girl Spelter Metal Bookends
By Nuart
Located in St. Louis, MO
Original pair of highstyle Nuart NYC, c.1930s Art Deco nude flapper girl spelter metal bookends
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Spelter
H 7 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Antique French Art Deco Figural Spelter & Onyx Garniture Mantel Clock Set Uriano
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional and difficult to find Art Deco Garniture Clock Set depicting a young lady looking
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
H 13.5 in W 22 in D 6 in
Art Deco Table Lamp Spelter & Amber Globe Light With Marble Base
By Nuart
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Art deco table lamp, possibly by Nuart, comprised of a textured amber globe light flanked by two
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Spelter
French Art Deco Table Lamp with stylized Spelter Representation of Dog
Located in Verviers, BE
Stunning French Art Deco table lamp Gorgeous glass globe shade.
With Spelter Dog motif. Sitting on
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Patinated Spelter and Marble Bookends with Gazelle Deer and Palmtree
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A lovely pair of Art Deco bookends, with images of gazelle / deer under a palm tree. The plinth is
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Breccia Marble, Spelter
H 5.91 in W 5.91 in D 3.15 in
French Art Deco Onyx & Polychrome Spelter Reading Woman with Dog, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
French Art Decospelter statue.
Different colors of onyx and polychomed spelter circa 1930
The
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
H 7.49 in W 13.19 in D 3.94 in
French Art Deco Table Lamp with stylized Spelter Representation of Bird
Located in Verviers, BE
Stunning French Art Deco table lamp Gorgeous glass globe shade.
With Spelter Bird motif. Sitting on
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 5.12 in W 7.88 in D 3.15 in
French Art Deco Table Lamp with stylized Spelter Representation of Birds
Located in Verviers, BE
Stunning French Art Deco table lamp Gorgeous glass globe shade.
With Spelter Birds motif. Sitting
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 5.52 in W 9.85 in D 3.55 in
French Art Deco Table Lamp with stylized Spelter Representation of Birds
Located in Verviers, BE
Stunning French Art Deco table lamp Gorgeous glass globe shade.
With Spelter Birds motif. Sitting
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 8.27 in W 8.67 in D 3.55 in
Art Deco Period Bowl with Sculpture - Monkey with Violin - Spelter and Marble
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful decorative bowl (ashtray) from the Art Deco period.
Made of Portoro Nero marble, with a
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 3.15 in W 5.52 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco Bookends Pierrot and the Lady with a Fan Spelter on Marble
Located in Ulm, DE
Original Art Deco, France 1930s
Dimensions:
Width: 22 cm
Height: 19 cm
Depth: 12 cm.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Spelter
French Art Deco Table Lamp with stylized Spelter Representation of a Deer
Located in Verviers, BE
Stunning French Art Deco table lamp Gorgeous glass globe shade.
With Spelter Deer motif. Sitting on
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 8.27 in W 12.6 in D 4.34 in
French Art Deco Table Lamp, Painted Spelter & Marble, Three Parakeets, c. 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Déco table lamp decorated with a parakeets trio. An adult and two young o
Chrome, glass globe
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter, Chrome
H 6.7 in W 9.06 in D 3.94 in
French Art Deco Table Lamp with stylized Spelter Representation of a Deer
Located in Verviers, BE
Stunning French Art Deco table lamp Gorgeous glass globe shade.
With Spelter Deer motif. Sitting on
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 3.55 in
Art Deco Statue Spelter Metal On Marble Deer Doe 1930s
Located in Poperinge, BE
Very nice statue of a female deer, authentic sculpture from the art deco period, in the typical
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
Antique Art Deco Cast & Patinated Spelter Table Lamp with Elephant Head Feet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The lamp is composed of a metal body with three cast
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Spelter
H 18.25 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
Original Max Le Verrier Cueillette Art Deco Style Lamp in Spelter and Marble
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Ulm, DE
Contemporary sculpture in Art Deco style
Color patinated white bronze and marble
Handmade, actual color of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 6.7 in W 11.82 in D 3.15 in
Small Antique Art Deco Cast & Cold-Painted Spelter Table Lamp with Arabian Motif
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Austria and dating to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The base of the lamp is
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Spelter
H 10.25 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Art Deco Marble & Spelter Bookends, c. 1930's- Set of 2
Located in Ross, CA
women with wings made of spelter. The figures resemble car hood ornaments that were popular in the 1920
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mounted Objects
Materials
Marble
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Art Deco Spelter For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic art deco spelter available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, spelter and stone, every art deco spelter was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an art deco spelter, we have 312 options in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco spelter — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An art deco spelter, designed in the Art Deco or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made art deco spelter over the years, but those crafted by Max Le Verrier, Pierre Le Faguays and Gaillard are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Art Deco Spelter?
Prices for an art deco spelter can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $125 and can go as high as $35,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,406.
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 Spelter
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The 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.
- 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
- 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 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. - 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 was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an Art Deco lamp, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on it. Often, you can determine the maker and learn about the types of lamps it was known for by researching the maker's marks via online resources. If the maker produced lamps in the Art Deco style and your lamp dates to the 1920s or ’30s, it's a good possibility that your lamp is in the Art Deco style. Some makers who were famous for their Art Deco lamps include Lalique, Daum Frères, Tiffany and Charles Schneider. If you can't find a maker's marking, consider the overall design of your lamp. Fixtures dating back to the era typically feature ornate patterning, such as geometric motifs, sunbursts, ziggurats, linework and fountains. Commonly used materials included chrome, glass, Bakelite and bronze. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Deco lamps.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco 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. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Among the key Art Deco designers were Tamara de Lempicka, Erté, René Lalique, Le Corbusier, Jean Dunand, Léon Bakst, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Sonia Delaunay, Georges Lepape and Jean Després.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.