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Art Deco Swallow Sculpture Signed Ruchot
By Jean Charles Ruchot
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco sculpture in silvered bronze, "Swallow in flight".
Signed Ruchot with founder's stamp
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Muller Freres Art Deco Swallow Pendant Chandelier 1920 Rare 7 shades available
By Muller Frères
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
its authenticity. The piece showcases the elegance and craftsmanship of the iconic French Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
H 14.57 in Dm 13.78 in
French Art Deco Terra Cotta Swallows Centerpiece, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This French Art Deco terracotta sculpture, dating from the 1930s, features a stunning centerpiece
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Terracotta, Glass
Art Deco Glass Panelled Clock with Bronze Swallows
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
A striking Art Deco Cubist design clock featuring a mirrored face framed by chrome and copper
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Onyx, Marble, Bronze
M Buzelin Bronze Art Deco Flight Of The Swallows
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco bronze with double patina, mercury gilding and silver.
Representing 3 swallows on a pond
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Swallow Lamp, Imperial Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Art Deco, Circa 1920
By Imperial Amphora
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Imperial Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Art Deco, circa 1920
Blue ceramic decorated with swallows
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Ceramic
Art Déco bookends depicting two swallows, France 1930.
Located in Milan, IT
of horn. Art Deco, France circa 1930.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
Art Deco Style 'Swallow' Bookends in Molded and Frosted Crystal signed Lalique
By Lalique
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Art Deco Style 'Swallow' Bookends by the esteemed Art Glass Company 'Lalique
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Crystal
H 6.25 in W 4.25 in D 3.5 in
Pair of Art Decò Crystal Swallows Bookends by Lalique "Hirondelles" France 1980s
By Lalique
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Splendid and elegant pair of hirondelles/swallows bookends, in frosted crystal, signed Lalique
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Crystal
H 6.3 in W 2.96 in D 3.35 in
Art Deco Pair Bronze Swallow Bird French Night Stand Table Reading Lamps Shades
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of nice one off a kind Art Deco 1940 night stand table lamps with beautiful swallow bird
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
H 10.75 in W 9 in D 5 in
Original Japanese Watercolor and Woodblock Print of Orchid and Swallows
Located in Burbank, CA
Orchid and small swallows (Hokuri, kotsubame). Original preparatory watercolor next to the finished
Category
1890s Art Deco Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Woodcut, Watercolor
H 19.69 in W 26.78 in D 0.79 in
Sterling Silver Royal Blue Enamel Swallow Bird Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Sterling Enamel Swallow Bird Brooch. It depicts a royal blue sterling silver enamel
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Style Black White Diamond Ruby Rose Gold Swallow Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
0.01 Carats Ruby.
This Necklace is inspired by Art Nouveau.
The Necklace Length is 45cm.
We're a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pair of "Swallows" model wall lights by Marius Ernest SABINO
By Marius-Ernest Sabino
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Pair of silver-plated iron frame wall lights with satin glass plate, swallow model. By Marius
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of Frosted Crystal Hirondelle / Swallow Bookends by Lalique of France
By Lalique
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of gorgeous frosted crystal Hirondelle / Swallow bookends by Lalique of France, circa 1980s
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Crystal
H 6.25 in W 8.5 in D 3.5 in
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Ruby Eye Whole Crystals Swallow Bird Perch Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Vintage Unisex Vivid Ruby Red Eye Whole Crystals Cabochon Swallow Bird
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
1920 René Lalique Perfume Bottle Hirondelles Glass with Blue Patina, Swallows
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Perfume bottle “Carré Plat Hirondelles” made in frosted glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1920.
Molded signature.
Perfect condition.
height: 9 cm
Félix Marcilhac, René Lal...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Swallow Pin
Located in New York, NY
A sleek tribute to late deco design. A 14K yellow gold swallow pin set with diamonds in platinum
Category
American Brooches
Original Art Deco Swallows Bronze Bookends by Georges Garreau, circa 1925
Located in Kent, GB
An original pair of Art Deco bronze bookends 'Swallows' by Georges Garreau. Excellent condition
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 7.09 in W 5.12 in D 3.35 in
Twin Swallows
Located in Singapore, SG
Guanzhong’s paintings, Twin Swallows was the most outstanding and representative of his search for a synthesis
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Landscape Prints
Materials
Screen
Art Deco Keramis Boch Blue Swallows Vase
By Charles Catteau for Boch Freres
Located in BE
iconic Art Deco piece. Design 1297. Form. 898. It comes with an authenticity certificate by Marc Pairon
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware
Art Deco Bronze Bookends “Swallows” by Georges Garreau
By Georges Garreau
Located in Edenbridge, Kent
An original pair of Art Deco bronze bookends “Swallows” by Georges Garreau, circa 1925. Fine
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Georges H. Laurent, Swallow Scuptures
By Georges H. Laurent
Located in Southampton, NY
A pair of patinated bronze swallow sculptures mounted on marble bases by Georges H. Laurent
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Rene Lalique Glass Hirondelle / Swallow Car Mascot with Mount 20th Century
By René Lalique
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Rene Lalique Hirondelle (Swallow) model number #1143 with clear frosted finish. Markings on the
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Swallow Sculpture Signed Ruchot
By Jean Charles Ruchot
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco sculpture in silvered bronze the flight of the swallow signed Ruchot.
On a portor marble
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Muller Freres French Art Deco Swallow Pendant Chandelier, 1920s
By Muller Frères
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco pendant chandelier by Muller Freres (Luneville), France, 1920s. 6 swallows in the
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Muller Freres French Art Deco Swallow Bird Chandelier, 1920s
By Muller Frères
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco pendant chandelier by Muller Freres (Luneville), France, 1920s. White frosted
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Bronze Art Deco Swallow Bookends by Alexandre Ouline
By Alexandre Ouline
Located in Antwerp, BE
Fedex shipping: $ 220
A pair of Art Deco bronze swallow bookends by Alexandre Ouline, who worked
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Antique Art Deco Bronze Swallows, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
This is an absolutely charming antique Art Deco spelter sculpture of two swallows perched on a
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Swallow Bookends Suzanne Bizard, France, 1930
By Susanne Bizard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely pair of Art Deco silvered bronze swalow bookends by the French artist Suzanne Bizard, Ca
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Muller Frères French Art Deco Pink Swallow Birds Pendant Chandelier, 1930
By Muller Frères
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco bird pendant chandelier by Muller Frères (Luneville), France, circa 1925. Pink
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Pearl & Ruby Large Swallow Pendant
Located in Cape May, NJ
wash, set with seed pearls & ruby eyes. The beautiful Swallow has his head up and wings and tail
Category
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Silver
Exquisite Art Deco Glass Bowl by Pierre D'Avesn with Overlapping Swallows
By Pierre D'Avesn
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco frosted glass bowl by Pierre D'Avesn depicting six overlapping swallows in
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls
'Swirling Swallows' Abstract Contemporary Oil on Canvas Painting by V Jefferson
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Style Contemporary painting by Vera Jefferson swirling white swallows on a blue toned
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 49.22 in W 37.41 in D 2.37 in
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Swallow Bird by Ruchot, France, 1930
By Jean Charles Ruchot
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant bronze sculpture of a bird in flight. The swallow has been created circa 1930 by the French
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Nouveau Style Black White Diamond Ruby Rose Gold Swallow Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Ruby.
This Necklace is inspired by Art Nouveau.
The Necklace Length is 45cm.
We're a workshop so
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1926 René Lalique - Frame Hirondelles Swallows Glass
By René Lalique, Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Frame "Hirondelles" "Swallows" made in clear and frosted glass by René Lalique in 1926.
Original
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Platinum and Diamond Swallow Antique Brooches, c. 1920
Located in Aspen, CO
Platinum and diamond matching swallow brooches. Swooping in from stage left darts a mated pair of
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1920 René Lalique Clock Six Hirondelles Glass Mechanical Movement Swallows
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Clock "Six Hirondelles Perchees" (swallows) clock made in frosted glass with sepia patina by Rene
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Glass
1920 René Lalique Hirondelles Perfume Bottle Blue Stained Glass Swallows
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Hirondelles" perfume bottle made in 1920 in molded clear and frosted glass with blue patina.
Molded "R.LALIQUE" signature on bottom and engraved "Lalique" control s...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Blown Glass
1920 René Lalique Hirondelles Perfume Bottle Blue Stained Glass Swallows
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Hirondelles" perfume bottle made in 1920 in molded clear and frosted glass with blue patina.
Molded "R.LALIQUE" signature on bottom.
Perfect condition. Very bea...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Blown Glass
Hand Painted Art Deco Wall Mirror
Located in LYON, FR
Haxagonal Art Deco wall hanging mirror. Handpainted Swallows been painted to the silver underneath
Category
Vintage 1920s Australian Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Cut Glass
1920 René Lalique Perfume Bottle Hirondelles Glass with Blue Patina, Swallows
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Perfume bottle “Carré Plat Hirondelles” made in frosted glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1920.
Molded signature.
Perfect condition
height: 9 cm
Félix Marcilhac, Re...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Blown Glass
1920 René Lalique Hirondelles Perfume Bottle Blue Grey Stained Glass Swallows
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Hirondelles" perfume bottle made in 1920 in molded clear and frosted glass with grey-blue patina.
Molded and engraved "R.Lalique" signature on bottom.
Perfect c...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Blown Glass
1922 René Lalique Center Table Decoration Hirondelles Glass Blue Patina Swallows
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Hirondelles" table decoration made in 1922 in molded clear and frosted glass with blue patina.
Original bronze base with seaweed design.
Molded "R.LALIQUE" signatur...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
H 14.57 in Dm 0.04 in
1928 René Lalique Hirondelle Car Mascot Hood Ornament in Clear Glass Swallow
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Hirondelle" car mascot, hood ornament made in 1928 in molded clear glass.
Molded "R.Lalique FRANCE" signature on back and engraved "N°1143".
Great condition - on...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
1931 René Lalique Roitelets Vase in Clear Crystal with Sepia Patina, Swallows
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Roitelets" vase made in 1931 in molded and cut clear crystal with sepia patina.
Acid-stamped "R.Lalique France" signature on bottom. One of the rare model made in cr...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Muller Freres French Art Deco Swallow Pendant Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco pendant chandelier by Muller Freres (Luneville), France, 1920s. 6 swallows in the
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pierre D'Avesn Art Deco Blue Opalescent Swallows Glass Charger
By Pierre D'Avesn
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional French Art Deco Pierre D'Avesn moulded opalescent art glass charger with swallows
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Opaline Glass
French Art Deco Bronze Swallow Bird Bookends by S. Bizard, 1930
By Susanne Bizard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Description: Art Deco bronze swallow bookends. Artist / Maker: Suzanne Bizard. Signature / Marks: S
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends
French 1930s Art Deco Bronze Swallow Bird Bookends by Suzanne Bizard
By Susanne Bizard
Located in New York, NY
French 1930s Art Deco bronze Swallow bird bookends mounted on marble bases by Suzanne Bizard
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Muller Freres French Art Deco Opalescent Swallow Bird Vase, 1920s
By Simonet Et Dieupart
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco vase by Muller Freres, Luneville, France, 1920s. Opalescent molded glass vase with
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
Graceful Art Deco Table / Mantel Clock w Large Stylized Swallow Bird Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
us, this French Art Deco table clock epitomizes everything the Art Deco period stood for. Firstly, it
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Marble, Spelter
H 23.75 in W 20.25 in D 9 in
Art Nouveau Style Black White Diamond Ruby Rose Gold Swallow Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Ruby.
This Necklace is inspired by Art Nouveau.
The Necklace Length is 45cm.
We're a workshop so
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rare and Exceptional Swallow Vase by Charles Catteau for Boch Freres
By Charles Catteau for Boch Freres
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vase features a hand-painted swallow and foliage branch detail executed in a Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Ceramics
1923 René Lalique Box Jar Hirondelles Glass with Sepia Patina, Swallows Birds
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
- design of swallows.
Perfect condition.
dimensions : 10 cm x 8 cm
height : 4,5 cm
Molded
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Blown Glass
H 1.78 in W 3.15 in D 3.94 in
Art Deco Swallow Bronze Sculpture Signed Ouline
By Alexandre Ouline
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Swallow bronze sculpture Signed Ouline. Stylized Art Deco wings showing the bird in flight
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Chandelier by Pierre d'Avesn, "Swallows"
Located in San Francisco, CA
of this group of swallows cavorting about, with its Art Deco stylized, geometric background (a cloudy
Category
20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Monumental Art Deco Mantle Clock
Located in London, GB
Art Deco clock with lamp garnitures.
Awesome large Art Deco clock, with bronze swallow and globe
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
RARE ART DECO Charles Catteau for Boch D1297 Swallows Vase
By Boch La Louviere, Charles Catteau for Boch Freres
Located in Richmond Hill, ON
Around the body runs a frieze with six stylized birds on a background of serrated circle segments (from the shoulder to halfway down the body). This frieze is bordered by lobed bands...
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Creamware
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Art Deco Swallow For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal art deco swallow for your home. Frequently made of metal, stone and bronze, every art deco swallow was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco swallow — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An art deco swallow, designed in the Art Deco or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made art deco swallow over the years, but those crafted by Lalique, René Lalique and Tyra Carolina Lundgren are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Art Deco Swallow?
Prices for an art deco swallow start at $280 and top out at $33,018 with the average selling for $2,340.
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 Swallow
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To 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 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.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art 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 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.
- 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.
- Is Toulouse-Lautrec Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 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.
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