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Art Deco Sterling Silver-Mounted Shagreen Table Box
By Charles Boyton & Sons, Ltd.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted shagreen table box, London, 1923, Charles Boynton & Sons, Ltd
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
c. 1920-30s American Art Deco Sterling Silver Punch Ladle
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1920-30s American Art Deco sterling silver punch ladle. Highly desirable, hand wrought
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Table Basket on Pedestal Base
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver table basket on pedestal base, American, circa 1930s. Measures: 8 1/4
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Sterling Channel Crystal Necklace set in sterling with faux blue zircon crystals. Unusual
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Anklets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Flower Pin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Sterling Silver Flower Pin with Marcasite and Onyx, English ca 1930's
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Shell Form Catchall Trays, Pair
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of vintage Art Deco sterling silver shell form catchall trays
By Tiffany & Co
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large, Art Deco, Sterling Silver-Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
By Henry Perkins & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Large, Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, London, 1931, Henry
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver, with Black Enamel Mounted Powder Jar
By Foster and Bailey
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted powder jar, Foster and Bailey, providence, Rhode Island
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Enamel, Sterling Silver
French Art Deco Sterling Paste Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Attractive French Art Deco Sterling Paste Brooch from the 1920's. Hand crafted openwork setting
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Enamel Bubble Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Sterling Enamel Bubble Bracelet from the 1920's. Lovely pastel enamels of bubbles on
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Sterling Silver Centerpiece Dish, International Silver Co, C.1940
By International Silver
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Art Deco Sterling silver centerpiece dish, International Silver Co, C.1940. The large dish on plain
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Hand Hammered Beaker/Vase by Hugo Bohm
By Gebruder Friedlander
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver, hand-hammered beaker/vase, Berlin, Germany, circa 1920, Hugo Bohm
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Mixed Stone Brooch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Sterling silver brooch with marcasites, onyx and chalcedony stones. French ca 1925
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Enamel Perfume Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Sterling Enamel Perfume Pendant from the 1920's. Enamel flapper profile in black
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Sterling Silver Scalloped Decorative Dish Signed by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco sterling silver dish was realized by the esteemed American maker Tiffany & Co
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Unusual Art Deco Sterling Silver-Mounted Royal Doulton Pottery Match Striker
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted Royal Doulton pottery match striker, Birmingham, England
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver-Gilt Egyptian-Revival Two-Handled Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver-gilt, Egyptian Revival, two-handled centerpiece, inspired by the
Category
Vintage 1920s English Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold
Art Deco Sterling Crystal Paste Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Art Deco Sterling Crystal Paste Drop Earrings with screw back fittings. Lead crystal
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Baccarat Bottle, Italy, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco sterling silver Baccarat bottle, Italy 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Sterling Daschund Cigarette Cutter
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Sterling Daschund Cigarette/Cigar Cutter. Mechanism is clad in sterling silver
Category
1930s Miscellaneous
Art Deco Sterling Silver and Yellow Guilloche Enamel and Crystal Powder Jar
By Adie Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, Art Deco, sterling silver and yellow guilloche enamel-mounted cut crystal powder jar
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Sterling Silver Flask
By Napier Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful small sterling silver hip or pocket flask, Art Deco period, made by Napier Co., circa
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wilmott Manufacturing Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Desk Set
By Wilmot Manufacturing Company
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Wilmott Manufacturing Co. (Birmingham) Art Deco sterling silver desk set.
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Light Blue Bottle, Italy, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco sterling silver light blue bottle, Italy, 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver Tazza Cake Plater
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany Art Deco sterling silver footed cake plater or tazza, circa 1925.
This is a lovely cake
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Centerpieces and Tazzas
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Baccarat Grey Bottle, Italy 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco sterling silver baccarat grey bottle, Italy, 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver
French Art Deco Sterling Silver, Enamel Glass-Mounted Burled Walnut Table Box
By Alphonse Debain
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous, rare, Art Deco, sterling silver, rust colored enamel and beveled glass-mounted burled
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Sterling Silver Bailey, Banks & Biddle Finger Bowl Monogram JNS
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco sterling silver finger bowl, crafted by the renowned American luxury
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Turquoise and Grey Enameled Cufflinks
Located in Lexington, KY
sophisticated look. These cufflinks would pair well with any tie or shirt.
Art Deco Sterling Silver Yellow and
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cufflinks
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Sterling Silver and Marcasite Leaf Brooch
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco sterling silver textured leaf brooch studded with marcasites. The back is smooth
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling & Enamel Black & White Boston Terrier Pin, by Thomae Co.
By The Thomae Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco Sterling & Enamel Black & White Boston Terrier Pin, by Thomae Co.
Circa 1930s, Stamped
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
Georg Jensen Art Deco Sterling Silver Tazza model 718 by Sigvard Bernadotte
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Georg Jensen
Located in Lausanne, CH
An Art Deco sterling silver tazza model 718, designed in the mid 1930's by Count Sigvard Bernadotte
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Five-Piece Art Deco Sterling Silver & Faux Tortoiseshell Vanity Set, Birmingham
Located in Worcester, GB
Five-Piece Art Deco Sterling Silver & Faux Tortoiseshell Vanity Set, Birmingham 1923
An elegant
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Five-Piece Art Deco Sterling Silver & Faux Tortoiseshell Vanity Set 1923
Located in Worcester, GB
Five-Piece Art Deco Sterling Silver & Faux Tortoiseshell Vanity Set, Birmingham 1923
An elegant
Category
Early 20th Century British Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Paste and Pearl Long Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver paste and faux pearl long drop earrings. Clip back fittings set in 835
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Drop Earrings
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Inkwell by John & William Deakin
By John & William Deakin
Located in San Diego, CA
Art Deco sterling silver inkwell by John & William Deakin of Chester, England, circa 1921. The
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Materials
Sterling Silver
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Coffee Service Richard Dimes 1925
By Richard Dimes Company
Located in Portland, OR
A very elegant antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver 9 piece tray tea & coffee set, made by
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Tea Service by Wolfers Freres
By Marcel Wolfers
Located in Sarasota, FL
Art Deco sterling tea service and tray with bone handles. Designed in 1936 by Marcel
Wolfers, and
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring set with Rhinestones
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Art Deco sterling silver cocktail ring set with two layers of rhinestones. Ring size UK H
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Krementz Art Deco Sterling Silver Green and Yellow Enameled Cufflinks
Located in Lexington, KY
stripes or a checkered pattern.
Krementz Art Deco Sterling Silver Green and Yellow Enameled Cufflinks
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cufflinks
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Krementz Art Deco Sterling Silver Brown and Blue Enameled Cufflinks
Located in Lexington, KY
stripes or a checkered pattern.
Art Deco Sterling Silver Brown and Blue Enameled Cufflinks
1925 Art
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cufflinks
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Carved Cameo Pendant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Carved Cameo Pendant beautifully captures the elegance and
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Ladies 1.75 Inch Lipstick Compact
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a timeless piece of elegance, this Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Ladies 1.75 Inch
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$189 Sale Price
58% Off
Art Deco Sterling Silver and Marcasite Tank Ring circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Art Deco sterling silver tank ring set with faceted marcasites, and decorated with
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco More Rings
Materials
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
An Art Deco Sterling Silver Overlay Cordial Decanter Set 1920's
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A handsome art deco sterling silver overlay decanter with 4 cordial glasses, original to each other
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Déco Sterling SIlver Bread Dish-Bowl by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Art Déco sterling sIlver serving bread dish/bowl by american brand Tiffany & Co
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Sailfish & Black Amethyst Box by R. Blackington
By R. Blackinton & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco Sterling Sailfish & Black Amethyst box by R. Blackington
A stunning example of American
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
20th Century Art Deco Sterling Silver Bread Dish
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver Art Deco bread dish
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver and Marcasite Statement Ring circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sterling silver rectangular ring set with faceted marcasites, and decorated with millgrain
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco More Rings
Materials
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Dartboard Presentation Trophy
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique George V English sterling silver Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Three-Piece Christening Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the Art Deco style, boxed; an addition to our collection of silver christening gifts.
This
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling silver Sapphire Marcasite Bracelet bangle
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Sapphire and Marcasite Bracelet featuring a large central green
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
Marcasite, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Overlay Figural Dutch Country Scenes Glass Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Overlay Glass Serving Bowl with Figural Dutch Country Scenes
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Serving Bowls
Materials
Glass
German Art Deco Sterling Silver& Mahogany Cigar Box by Dunhill
By Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco sterling silver and mahogany cigar/trinket box by Dunhill Features a large unused monogram
Category
Vintage 1920s German Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,710 Sale Price
40% Off
George Betjemann Art Deco Sterling Silver Mounted White Onyx and Lapis Box
By George Bentjemann
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
George Betjemann & Sons George V Art Deco Sterling Silver Mounted White Onyx Box with stepped Lapis
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Opulent Art Deco Sterling Marcasite Crystal Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Opulent Art Deco sterling marcasite crystal opera style necklace c 1960
The beautiful necklace is
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
$350 Sale Price
26% Off
Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl (1993)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique English sterling silver Art Deco presentation bowl and
Category
Vintage 1930s British Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Art Deco Sterling For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact art deco sterling you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using silver, sterling silver and gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 3055 vintage or 4014 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an art deco sterling may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic art deco sterling over the years, but those made by Luigi Ferrara, Georg Jensen and Lustre of London are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An art deco sterling can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1666 sapphire versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an art deco sterling, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Art Deco Sterling?
On average, an art deco sterling at 1stDibs sells for $395, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $500,880 for the highest priced versions of this item.
A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Questions About Art Deco Sterling
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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, 2024The 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.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
- 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, 2024To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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