Art Deco Chairs
ART DECO STYLE
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.
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Style: Art Deco
Vintage French Art Deco Style Leather Club Chair w/ Patinated Cognac
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Original Brown Cognac Leather
This vintage French Art Deco-style club chair exudes timeless sophistication with its gently rounded ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Shagreen Inlaid Stools with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Sylvie Chair in Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Eden Chair in Black Pen Shell and Upholstered in Calf-Hair by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Eden chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Sylvie Chair in Black Pen Shell by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Sylvie chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Sylvie Chair in Black Pen Shell by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
1940 Charles Dudouyt Wicker and Oak Pair of Chair
Located in Brescia, IT
Wicker seat and oak frame.
Excellent condiction
Measures: H seat: 30 cm.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Straw, Oak
Vintage Barrel Back Arm Chair
Located in Trenton, NJ
Step into a world of vintage elegance with this beautiful 20th century channel back armchair. With its graceful curves, vibrant upholstery, and inviting proportions, this chair is re...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Shagreen Chair with Palmwood and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
Inspired by the original Dandy bench...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Grosfeld House Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant Grosfeld House ebonized occasional chairs having open backs with dramatic hand-carved draped swags with button tufted leather seats. Sold individually.
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sylvie Chair in Coal Black Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Sylvie chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Rattan Green Stripe Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue
Located in Labrit, Landes
French rattan folding deck chair or lounger chair, circa 1930
Handwoven with a green stripe
Very comfortable for patio or garden
Folded dimensions H 24.21 x W 29.7 x D 31.3 in. (H...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wicker
Art Deco Black Lacquer Streamlined Armchair by Modernage Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and iconic Art Deco "D" chair was realized by the esteemed maker Modernage Co. in the United States, circa 1930. Resembling a stylized letter "D", it features streamline...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Lacquer
Pair of French Art Deco Oakwood Dining Chairs by Charles Dudouyt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This dining chair was designed around 1930 by French designer Charles Dudouyt. It is an Art Deco design from a period just before the mid-century period, and while it still retains s...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of French Art Deco Chairs Attributed to Raymond Subes
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French Art Deco chairs attributed to Raymond Subes.
Stylish pair of French Art Deco hand forged wrought iron chairs attributed to Raymond Subes.
This chic pair of French side...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Iron
Velvet Upholstered Stool with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
4x Armchair Thonet Nr.28
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Renovated in the recent past, perfectly cleaned.
We can offer cost-effective shipping.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Thor Chair in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Velvet Upholstered Bench with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair Of Lounge Chairs Designed By John Hutton For Sutherland
By John Hutton
Located in Bradenton, FL
Exquisite Pair of designer armchairs designed by John Hutton (1947-2006) for the Sutherland Collection (Dallas). Art Deco Moderne inspired l...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
A Pair of Art Deco Style Armchairs Reupholsterd in White Boucle Fabric
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A Pair of Art Deco Style Armchairs, Reupholsterd in White Boucle Fabric, Black Velvet Sides, Original Mahogany Frames. These chairs features a striking design that combines modern ae...
Category
Late 20th Century British Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Black Lacquer & Holly Hunt Fabric Chair
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and graphic Art Deco Machine Age side/ desk chair was realized in the United States circa 1935. It features streamlined side; subtly bowed hind legs and tapered front l...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Lacquer
Pair of Chic 'Arcade' Wrought Iron and Shearling Chairs by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Arcade' wrought iron and shearling chairs by Design Frères.
Extraordinary pair of side chairs with white shearling upholstery. This unique upholstery...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Armchair with Lambswool Seat
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning rustic Folk Art hand carved antique armchair in oak painted wood with a newer upholstered lambswool seat. Made in Norway in th...
Category
Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak
Early 20th Century Art Deco Walnut Armchair Jules Leleu attributed
By Jules Leleu
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century Art Deco blond walnut chair armchair Jules Leleu manner, Mid-Century Modern. Original Vintage waxed fabric in very good condition
Desig...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Patent Leather, Walnut
Pair Ernst Schwadron Club Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Ernst Schwadron design for Rena Rosenthal club chairs. These chairs are in good original condition, usable as is, however the fabr...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Classic American Bentwood and Iron Folding Chairs 1930s
By Made Solid
Located in Buffalo, NY
1930’s Louis Rastetter & Sons Solid Kumfort Solid Bent Wood Folding Chairs -,Classic design.. Superior quality and construction,, Extremely comfortable ,, more avail,,(INQUIRE) Pri...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Emerald Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Flute bar stool embodies simplicity and comfort for relaxing moments, with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
A pair of 1940s French bentwood woven chairs in the style of Erich Dieckmann
Located in London, GB
A lovely pair of 1950s French bentwood chairs in the style of Erich Dieckmann with orignal woven rope seats in good original condition
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
La Loire Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Chair from BoBo Atelier.
Custom Wood Finishing and Upholstery Work included in the price of each chair.
Customer provides fabric (COM)
Category
2010s American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Black Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Flute bar stool embodies simplicity and comfort for relaxing moments, with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Velvet Upholstered Bench with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Inlaid Stool with Sculptural Bronze Patina Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Melting Chair in Blue Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The melting chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Valmont Arm Chair by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French 1940s Style Club Chairs. Large scale with a deep seat .
Ideal to lounge with a large arm you can use as a side table for your lab top or magazine. The chairs have a h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Gueno...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Marie Antoinette Chair in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Marie Antoinette chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
1940s Alfred Christensen Pair of Danish Low Back Easy Chairs
Located in Praha, CZ
- Original condition with minor signs of use.
- Wooden parts have been repolished.
- Height of seat 42 cm.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Velvet Upholstered Stools with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, Dudouyt Insp, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s with a Charles Dudouyt inspiration.
We can clearly see the work of the French school...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Pair of Chairs in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, pair of chairs, walnut, fabric, 1930s
These chairs are a beautiful example of Italian Art Deco design, designed by Ernesto Valabrega circa...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Guenot,...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
René Drouet Wrought Iron Armchair
By René Drouet
Located in CA, CA
A 1940’s forged metal armchair by René Drouet finished in patinated silver.
Provenance: Collection Claude Montana Literature: Architectural Digest, septembre 1989. Claude Montana...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal
1930s Pair of Restore Beech Chairs by Thonet - Mundus, Czechoslovakia
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished
- Labeled
- heigh of seat 47 cm
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set of four original chairs #511 from 1904, Gebrüder Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Four legged construction, square bentwood, beechwood stained mahogany, renovated cover and decorative nails, height 105cm, width 43cm, depth 60cm. Renovated condition with signs of a...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Dining Set with Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet Chairs and Rivadossi Table
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet for Vibo, set of ten dining chairs, beech, rope hemp, France, late 1940s
Set of ten naturalistic dining chairs designed by Adrien Audoux and Frida Min...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Hemp, Beech
Sylvie Chair in Mink Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Sylvie chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Mawu Chair in Hana by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Made in France with hand-turned, flared oak legs in golden satin finish. Upholstered backrest in embroidered natural fabric (LG.FB-72) and seat in handwoven striped fabric (LG.FB-73).
Category
2010s French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST
Located in Buffalo, NY
Iconic Kleinhans side chair , designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen . Early chair ,designed by two modern masters,, I believe this to be they're only collaboration... designed ...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch, Plywood
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Gueno...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
A 811 Chair By Josef Hoffmann or Josef Frank for Thonet 1920s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann or Josef Frank chair A 811 for Thonet 1920s
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1934 SS Normandie Art Deco Silk Velvet & Mahogany ArmChairs, Pierre Patout
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair Of Art Deco Silk Velvet Upholstered Mahogany 'S.S. Normandie' Dining Armchairs, Pierre Patout (French 1879-1965), Circa 1934. This Pair of Art Deco Mahogany Arm chairs upholster...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Saint Germain Armchair in Black Pen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Style Mondrian Print Velvet Upholstery Pina Chair Dining Room Chair
Located in Porto, PT
Pina chair mondrian is a high-end chair upholstered in red, blue, and yellow.
This simple yet sophisticated chair, Pina vhair mondrian, is a brilliant tribute to one of the pioneers...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
1940s Italian Armchairs Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in CA, CA
A beautiful pair of armchairs attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, the master of Italian classicism. These chairs are an exceptional example of Ulrich's architectural skill where line bec...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Style Warm Yellow Velvet Upholstery Chair Dining Room Chair
Located in Porto, PT
Pina Chair is an art deco-style dining chair whose shape provides the best comfort for guests—upholstered in velvet with a modern wood structure. Perfect for modern dining room proje...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Fabric
Normandie Art Deco Arm Chairs by Pierre Patout
Located in Miami, FL
These Pair of Art Deco Mahogany Arm chairs upholstered in Royal Blue Silk Velvet were designed by Pierre Patout to be both functional and beautiful. The...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Art Deco Set of 6 Oak Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow Velvet, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish. Restored and polished.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include R & Y Augousti, barh.design, Jeroen Thys van den Audenaerde, and Thonet. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $220 and tops out at $72,000 while the average work can sell for $3,901.