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Art Deco Armchair
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchair
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Art Deco Armchair
Art Deco Armchair
$3,010
H 31.5 in W 29.93 in D 29.53 in
Adjustable art deco armchairs
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Adjustable art deco armchairs, completely restored with new fabric.
Category

Vintage 1930s Slovak Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Adjustable art deco armchairs
Adjustable art deco armchairs
$4,214 / set
H 37.41 in W 28.75 in D 37.41 in
Art Deco Armchair, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchair, circa 1930 carved and partially silvered uprights.  
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Armchair, circa 1930
Art Deco Armchair, circa 1930
$2,167
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 30.71 in
Art Deco Armchair .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1930 Czech Republic. Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop
Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Armchair .
Art Deco Armchair .
$2,047
H 33.08 in W 27.96 in D 31.5 in
Art Deco Armchair .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1950 Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Armchair .
Art Deco Armchair .
$1,565
H 35.44 in W 24.41 in D 29.53 in
Art Deco Armchair .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1950 Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Armchair .
Art Deco Armchair .
$1,565
H 35.44 in W 24.41 in D 29.53 in
French Art Deco Armchair 1930
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Art Deco armchair made around 1930. Made of green velvet and brown Leatherette. Has some nice brass
Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Faux Leather

French Art Deco Armchair 1930
French Art Deco Armchair 1930
$2,408 / item
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 29.53 in
French Art Deco Armchair, 1930s
Located in Paris, FR
Rare Art Deco armchair which comes from a French ocean liner. Beautifully upholstered in a silk
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Palisander

French Art Deco Armchair, 1930s
French Art Deco Armchair, 1930s
$8,188
H 35.04 in W 24.81 in D 24.41 in
Art Déco Armchair, 1930s
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful Art deco armchair from the 1930s. High quality solid wood frame. The original spring core
Category

Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood

Art Déco Armchair, 1930s
Art Déco Armchair, 1930s
$3,275
H 34.65 in W 28.75 in D 33.47 in
4 Art Deco Armchair
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
4 Art Deco armchair from 1940 Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

4 Art Deco Armchair
4 Art Deco Armchair
$7,706 / item
H 32.68 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Wood and leather Art Deco armchair
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Leather and wood Art Deco armchair
Category

Vintage 1930s European Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Wood and leather Art Deco armchair
Wood and leather Art Deco armchair
$1,130
H 27.96 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in
Breton Art Deco Armchair Paul Fouillen
Located in Madrid, ES
Breton Art Deco Armchair Paul Fouillen Breton Art Deco armchair PAUL FOUILLEN Breton armchair
Category

Vintage 1920s Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Breton Art Deco Armchair Paul Fouillen
Breton Art Deco Armchair Paul Fouillen
$5,358
H 36.23 in W 15.36 in D 25.99 in
Set of 8 Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 8 Art Deco Armchairs
Category

20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 8 Art Deco Armchairs
Set of 8 Art Deco Armchairs
$11,740
H 33.47 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of two early Art Deco armchairs from the 1930s. Hardwood construction. Complete professional
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs
Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs
$8,990 / set
H 30.71 in W 31.5 in D 39.38 in
Pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs, Sweden, circa 1925. With Lion's paw feet, and ribbed
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Faux Leather, Birch

Pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs
Pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs
$19,024
H 26 in W 29 in D 32.5 in
two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1950
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
two Art Deco armchairs, circa 1950 Straw yellow fabric on very good condition. price is for one two
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1950
two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1950
$3,010 / item
H 28.75 in W 22.84 in D 27.56 in
Art Deco armchair, 1930
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The Art Deco armchair comes in its original upholstery, which appears as good as new. The armchair
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco armchair, 1930
Art Deco armchair, 1930
$962
H 32.68 in W 23.63 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs , circa 1930
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs  circa 1930
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs  circa 1930
$7,225 / set
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
English Art Deco Armchair C.1930
Located in London, GB
English Art Deco Armchair C.1930 Of neat proportions, having been recently upholstered in a duck
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

English Art Deco Armchair C.1930
English Art Deco Armchair C.1930
$4,411
H 35.04 in W 27.56 in D 26.38 in
Art Deco Armchair Attributed to Maurice Jallot
By Maurice Jallot
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Art Deco armchair attributed to Maurice Jallot.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Cherry

Art Deco Armchair Attributed to Maurice Jallot
Art Deco Armchair Attributed to Maurice Jallot
$4,214
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Walnut Structure
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs. Walnut structure.
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Walnut Structure
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Walnut Structure
$5,418 / set
H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 29.53 in
4 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930-1940
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
4 Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930-1940.   
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

4 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930-1940
4 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930-1940
$1,180 / item
H 28.75 in W 20.48 in D 18.9 in
Single Tall Back Art Deco Armchair
Located in New York, NY
A tall-backed Art Deco armchair featuring gracefully scrolled arms, designed by Etienne Henri
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Single Tall Back Art Deco Armchair
Single Tall Back Art Deco Armchair
$9,800
H 49.25 in W 27.5 in D 25 in
Pair of Art Deco armchairs circa 1945
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs circa 1945 Base in oak.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Art Deco armchairs circa 1945
Pair of Art Deco armchairs circa 1945
$2,167 / item
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Blue art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Blue art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Blue art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala
Blue art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala
$3,251 / set
H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 31.5 in
Pepito art deco armchair by Jindřich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Pepito art deco armchair by Jindřich Halabala. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Pepito art deco armchair by Jindřich Halabala
Pepito art deco armchair by Jindřich Halabala
$1,746
H 33.86 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large pair of Art Deco armchairs in leather. With super cherry wood frames, these are substantial
Category

Vintage 1920s French Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs
Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs
$3,639 / set
H 49.22 in W 33.47 in D 41.74 in
4 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930 / 1940
By Baptistin Spade
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
4 Art Deco armchairs circa 1930 / 1940 patina and coating to redo.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Coating

4 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930 / 1940
4 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930 / 1940
$1,445 / item
H 32.68 in W 23.23 in D 18.9 in
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs circa 1930 Original fabric Need a new upholstery
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930
$5,780 / set
H 30.32 in W 24.81 in D 36.62 in
Unique Art Deco armchairs, France, 1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Unique Art Deco Armchairs, France, 1930s. Armchairs with a geometric form, characteristic of the
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Unique Art Deco armchairs, France, 1930s.
Unique Art Deco armchairs, France, 1930s.
$4,094 / set
H 34.26 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Stain Birch Art Deco Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of stain birch Art Deco armchairs, with fluted arms and paw feet, upholstered in buttoned
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs

Pair of Stain Birch Art Deco Armchairs
Pair of Stain Birch Art Deco Armchairs
$11,718
H 29 in W 30 in D 32 in
8 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930-1940
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
8 Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930-1940. to be restored. the wood is dirty but in very good
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

8 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930-1940
8 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930-1940
$1,445 / item
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1925-1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
two elegant Art Deco armchairs, circa 1925-1930 Same model but one with green patina and the other
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech

two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1925-1930
two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1925-1930
$3,492 / item
H 33.47 in W 24.41 in D 17.72 in
Art Deco Armchair from 1930
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1930 Czech Republic. Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop
Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Armchair from 1930
Art Deco Armchair from 1930
$2,047
H 33.08 in W 27.96 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic Pair of Italian Art Deco Armchairs - Italy, 1940's Wonderful shape with curved floating arms
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Pair of Italian Art Deco Armchairs
$14,500
H 30 in W 26.25 in D 27.5 in
Pair of Austrian Early Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Vienna, AT
early Art Deco armchairs from the 1920s. Oak construction with adjustable backrest. Complete
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Austrian Early Art Deco Armchairs
Pair of Austrian Early Art Deco Armchairs
$3,798 / set
H 30.71 in W 31.5 in D 39.38 in
Art Deco Armchair J.Halabala HF-11
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1940 Czech Republic. Design and manufacture of the armchair J.Halabala HF
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Armchair J.Halabala HF-11
Art Deco Armchair J.Halabala HF-11
$2,047
H 80 in W 67 in D 85 in
Art Deco Armchair J.Halabala HF-11
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1940 Czech Republic. Design and manufacture of the armchair J.Halabala HF
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Armchair J.Halabala HF-11
Art Deco Armchair J.Halabala HF-11
$2,047
H 80 in W 67 in D 85 in
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs New Velvet Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Art Deco armchairs new velvet upholstery.
Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs New Velvet Upholstery
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs New Velvet Upholstery
$7,225
H 25.6 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Pair of Art Deco armchairs – France 1930
Located in Girona, Girona
Spectacular pair of Art Deco armchairs with wooden frame, stained and french polished “sledge” base
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Art Deco armchairs – France 1930
Pair of Art Deco armchairs – France 1930
$7,586 / set
H 31.5 in W 30.32 in D 35.44 in
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Wood and Fabric, New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Wood and Fabric, New Upholstery
Category

Vintage 1910s Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Wood and Fabric, New Upholstery
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Wood and Fabric, New Upholstery
$8,670 / item
H 31.5 in W 29.34 in D 37.01 in
Sheepskin Art Deco Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish sheepskin Art Deco armchair with a timeless design and character
Category

20th Century Classical Roman Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Sheepskin Art Deco Armchair
Sheepskin Art Deco Armchair
$1,198
H 32.68 in W 25.99 in D 31.11 in
Pair of art deco armchairs circa 1940/1950
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Pair of art deco armchairs circa 1940/1950 price for 2 chairs
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of art deco armchairs circa 1940/1950
Pair of art deco armchairs circa 1940/1950
$2,167 / set
H 35.83 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Danish Art Deco Armchair 1920s in original Condition
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish Art Deco armchair 1920s. All in original condition with the 1st fabric.
Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Art Deco Armchair 1920s in original Condition
Danish Art Deco Armchair 1920s in original Condition
$1,625
H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 20.08 in
Damon Art Deco Armchair, French, circa 1930
By Damon & Bertaux
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchairs in walnut, designed by the architects Damon et Berteaux, in 1933, for the
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut

Damon Art Deco  Armchair, French, circa 1930
Damon Art Deco  Armchair, French, circa 1930
$3,010
H 35.04 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Art Deco Armchair, in Wood Painted, circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchair, in wood, circa 1925. Beautiful patina To restore completely.  
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Armchair, in Wood Painted, circa 1925
Art Deco Armchair, in Wood Painted, circa 1925
$1,661
H 32.29 in W 26.78 in D 21.66 in
Elegant Art Deco Armchair in Oak, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elegant Art Deco armchair in oak circa 1930 Patina and fabric to redo.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Elegant Art Deco Armchair in Oak, circa 1930
Elegant Art Deco Armchair in Oak, circa 1930
$3,130
H 35.44 in W 20.87 in D 22.84 in
Pair of De Coene Frères Art Deco Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large De Coene Frères Art Deco Armchairs. Cherrywood with bronze details and sabots.
Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Pair of De Coene Frères Art Deco Armchairs
Pair of De Coene Frères Art Deco Armchairs
$14,800 / set
H 41 in W 24 in D 25 in
Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchairs covered in leather, circa 1930. Lots of wear, but no holes or tears.  
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
$1,746
H 31.89 in W 31.5 in D 27.56 in
Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchairs covered in leather, circa 1930. Lots of wear, but no holes or tears.  
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
$1,565
H 29.93 in W 27.96 in D 34.26 in
Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchairs covered in leather, circa 1930. Lots of wear, but no holes or tears. "soft
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, circa 1930
$1,565
H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Walnut Art Deco Armchair, Made in 1920s Czechia
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of Art Deco armchairs. Completely restored, surface made by shellac polish. New upholstery
Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Walnut Art Deco Armchair, Made in 1920s Czechia
Walnut Art Deco Armchair, Made in 1920s Czechia
$1,685
H 36.62 in W 27.96 in D 22.84 in
Wooden and Fabric Art Deco Armchairs - New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Wooden and Fabric Art Deco Armchairs - New Upholstery
Category

20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Wooden and Fabric Art Deco Armchairs - New Upholstery
Wooden and Fabric Art Deco Armchairs - New Upholstery
$1,715
H 34.26 in W 25.6 in D 19.69 in
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Armchairs, France
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Art Deco armchairs featuring tapered, fluted legs and rounded backrests. The chairs are
Category

Mid-20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Armchairs, France
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Armchairs, France
$24,000 / set
H 29.5 in W 27.4 in D 25.4 in
Art Deco Armchair Shell from 1950
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair Shell from 1950 Czechy. Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Armchair Shell from 1950
Art Deco Armchair Shell from 1950
$1,204 / set
H 30.71 in W 23.23 in D 23.63 in
Q Chair, Modern Art Deco Armchair Chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
side pockets of its own. "Experience Luxury and Style with the Q Chair Modern Art Deco Armchair
Category

2010s Turkish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Q Chair, Modern Art Deco Armchair Chair
Q Chair, Modern Art Deco Armchair Chair
$4,138 / item
H 38.59 in W 28.75 in D 25.6 in
Jules Leleu Set of Four Art Deco Armchairs
By Jules Leleu
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A set of four French Art Deco armchairs by Leleu, in rosewood upholstered with blue/vert leather
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Jules Leleu Set of Four Art Deco Armchairs
Jules Leleu Set of Four Art Deco Armchairs
$38,000 / set
H 36 in W 25.5 in D 23 in
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Art Deco Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of art deco armchairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique art deco armchairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and animal skin. Find 7369 antique and vintage art deco armchairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 460 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Art deco armchairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Art deco armchairs bearing Art Deco or mid-century modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Art deco armchairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Jindřich Halabala, UP Závody and Thonet are consistently popular.

How Much are Art Deco Armchairs?

Prices for art deco armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, art deco armchairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $547,755, while the average can fetch as much as $4,087.

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.

Finding the Right Armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.

Questions About Art Deco Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs 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, 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.