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Art Deco Telechron

1940s Art Deco Telechron Electric Clock GE
By General Electric
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Electric Clock Telechron General Electric 7H209 Maker label 4.25 h x 4 w x 2.25 d
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass

1940s Art Deco Telechron Electric Clock GE
1940s Art Deco Telechron Electric Clock GE
$175
H 4.25 in W 4 in D 2.25 in
Vintage Art Deco Telechron Electroalarm Skyscraper Desk Clock Bakelite
By Paul Frankl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful Art Deco bakelite desk clock with alarm. Model 700 made ca' 1930's. In very good
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Vintage 1930s Saint Pierre and Miquelon Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk C...

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Brass

Art Deco Bakelite Telechron Clock
By Paul Frankl
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Period Art Deco Bakelite Telechron Clock in the manner of Paul Frankl As Found Condition
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bakelite

Art Deco Bakelite Telechron Clock
Art Deco Bakelite Telechron Clock
$1,950
H 7.5 in W 6 in D 3.75 in
Paul Frankl Modernique Art Deco Clock for Telechrone
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
This is a Paul Frankl "Modernique" model 431 Art Deco clock for Warren Telechron Company. It was
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Vintage 1920s American Mantel Clocks

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Metal

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Magnificent Art Deco Westminster Chime Electric Clock
By Revere, Warren Telechron Co.
Located in Mount Penn, PA
High style interesting silver, black and gold metal faced clock with walnut black inlaid designs. The clock has a stepped chromed bronze crest and stepped skyscraper feet. Chimes in ...
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Art Deco Blue Mirror Telechron Clock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
glass was cleaned. Typical art deco Clock face makes this model a true classic! Mirror is nice and
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Chrome

Art Deco Blue Mirror Telechron Clock
Art Deco Blue Mirror Telechron Clock
H 6.25 in W 7.13 in D 2.25 in
Exceptional Streamline Art Deco Electric Desk Clock by Telechron
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional streamlined Art Deco electric desk clock is by Telechron. It features a square
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

1937 Telechron “Casino” Art Deco Electric Clock with Cobalt Blue Mirror
Located in Van Nuys, CA
. Lux, as the identical brass bezel is also found on other Telechron clocks associated with him. However
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Musical Instruments

Materials

Glass

Rare OVERSIZED aRT Deco Neon Clock by Telechron Electric Clock.. 3' Diameter
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare OVERSIZED aRT Deco Neon Clock by Telechron Electric Clock.. 34" Diameter.. Ive owned over 50
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wall Clocks

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Metal, Steel

Vintage 1940s Alarm Clock by Telechron
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful alarm clock in wood finish created by Telechron. This piece dates to the 1940s and has
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal

Post War Fluorescent Desk Lamp with Clock by Telechron
Located in Van Nuys, CA
whose designs reflected one of the fundamental principles of the Art Deco movement. Thus, Telechron
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1935 Telechron Art Deco Electric Clock with Blue Glass
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This is a 1935-1939 Electric Telechron Art Deco clock Model 4F65, the "Luxor". The clock runs well
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Vintage 1940s Mantel Clocks

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Art Glass

Rare blue black Art Deco Modernique Paul Frankl Telechron clock
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An extremely rare version of a highly sought after art deco classic is this Modernique clock
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Early 20th Century American Clocks

Materials

Chrome, Enamel

Art Deco Cantilever Style Desk Clock by Telechron
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural Art Deco Modernist electric desk clock by Telechron features a cantilever design, a
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Art Deco White Onyx Mantle Clock by Telechron
Located in San Diego, CA
Art Deco white onyx electric mantle clock known as the "Statesman" (model# 4H81) with brass bezel
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20th Century American Art Deco Wall Clocks

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Onyx

Electric Art Deco White Onyx Mantle Clock by Telechron
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful electric Art Deco white onyx mantle clock known as the "Statesman" (model# 4H81) with
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20th Century American Art Deco Wall Clocks

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Onyx

Exemplary Streamline Art Deco Mahogany and Chrome Table Clock by Telechron
Located in New York, NY
A fine example of American Art Deco design and craftsmanship. A mahogany skyscraper style stepped
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Chrome

1940s Original Electric Art Deco Wall clock by Telechron
By Warren Telechron Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful yellow metal and glass Art Deco wall clock completely restored to its glory days, new
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20th Century American Art Deco Wall Clocks

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Metal

Mid Century Telechron 2H11 Electric Baby Blue Bakelite Kitchen Wall Clock 7"
Located in Dayton, OH
Bakelite case with silver accents and art deco styling. Yellowed face with black stylized art deco Arabic
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wall Clocks

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Bakelite

1940 Wall-Mounted Telechron Clock
By Warren Telechron Co.
Located in Surrey, BC
principles of the Art Deco movement: to combine modern engineering (including mass-production) with the
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wall Clocks

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Metal

Telechron Skyscraper Bakelite Clock
By Warren Telechron Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Telechron Electric Skyscraper Bakelite Table Clock. Working alarm with many of the styling of Paul
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bakelite

Telechron Skyscraper Bakelite Clock
Telechron Skyscraper Bakelite Clock
H 7.75 in W 6 in D 3.75 in
Electric Art Deco Wooden Advertising Flip Clock
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful electric Art Deco wooden advertising flip clock, circa 1940s. The clock was used to
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20th Century American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Plastic, Wood

Telechron 1930's Art Deco Alarm Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
If Coco Chanel designed a clock then this art deco cutie, with its crisp black and white style
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1930s American Clocks

Telechron 1930's Art Deco Alarm Clock
Telechron 1930's Art Deco Alarm Clock
H 4.5 in W 4 in D 2.75 in
"Modernique" Clock by Paul Frankl for Warren Telechron Company, circa 1928
By Paul Frankl, Warren Telechron Co.
Located in New York, NY
This rare iteration of the iconic “Modernique" was designed for the Warren Telechron Company by
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Enamel, Chrome

Blue Mirror Art Deco Telechron Clock
By Warren Telechron Co.
Located in Papaikou, HI
This is the classic American blue glass clock. It's in very good, near mint condition. Works perfectly.
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Clocks

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Brass

Blue Mirror Art Deco Telechron Clock
Blue Mirror Art Deco Telechron Clock
H 4.75 in W 4.75 in D 2.5 in
1927 Telechron Art Deco Desk Clock
By Warren Telechron Co.
Located in Portland, OR
A beautiful desk clock with a wonderful blue glass face set into a chrome scrolled base. The clock keep time. The arms are arrowed and it has a rised number ring.
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Early 20th Century American Clocks

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Chrome, Metal

1927 Telechron  Art Deco Desk Clock
1927 Telechron  Art Deco Desk Clock
H 6 in W 7.5 in D 2.5 in
Sensational 1940s Figural Floor Globe Clock made by Telechron
By Warren Telechron Co.
Located in New York, NY
We have never seen anything quite like this globe. It has Art Deco influence as well as a
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Globes

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Metal

Modernique Clock by Paul Frankl Art Deco Skyscraper Telechron Clock 1928
By Paul Frankl
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Skyscraper Warren Telechron Clock 431Modernique by Paul Frankl, 1928. This very rare two
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal

Art Deco Skyscraper Warren Telechron Clock Modernique by Paul Frankl, 1928
By Paul Frankl
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Skyscraper Warren Telechron Clock 431Modernique by Paul Frankl, 1928. It features Machine
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Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal

Telechron American Art Deco Skyscraper Clock in Mint Green
Located in Coral Gables, FL
about 1929 till 1931 this skyscraper styled American art deco table clock was made by the Warren
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Late 20th Century American Clocks

Paul Frankl American Art Deco Modernique Clock
Located in Coral Gables, FL
In 1928-29, when Paul Frankl (1887 – 1958) designed this art deco clock for the Warren Telechron Co
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20th Century American Clocks

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Brass, Nickel

1933 Skyscraper Style Art Deco Telechron Model 8b01 "Cyclometer" Desk Clock
By Warren Telechron Co.
Located in Fort mill, SC
A Telechron Model 8B01 MinitMaster Clock from 1933-1934 in working condition with "Cyclometer
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal

Telechron Skyscraper Art Deco Plaskon Pair Clocks in Manner of Paul Frankl
By Warren Telechron Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Dallas, TX
Telechron colors worth having on this Iconic clock. Original unpolished examples. Clocks have been
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Clocks

Art Deco Skyscraper Warren Telechron Clock Modernique by Paul Frankl, 1928
By Paul Frankl
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco skyscraper warren Telechron clock 431Modernique by Paul Frankl, 1928. It features Machine
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal

Modernique Clock by Paul Frankl Art Deco Skyscraper Telechron Clock, 1928
By Paul Frankl
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Skyscraper Warren Telechron Clock 431Modernique by Paul Frankl, 1928. This very rare two
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Mantel Clocks

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Metal

Modernique Clock by Paul Frankl Art Deco Skyscraper Telechron Clock 1928 Gold
By Paul Frankl
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Skyscraper Warren Telechron Clock 431Modernique by Paul Frankl, 1928. This very rare two
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

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Larger-than-King Size French Folding Antique Carved Louis XV Bed Circa 1920
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Vintage 1920s French Beds and Bed Frames

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Rare Extra Small Octagonal Bakelite Wall Clock by Gent of Leicester
By Gents of Leicester
Located in Nottingham, GB
Rare Octagonal Bakelite Wall Clock. A beautiful art deco style wall clock by renowned British clock maker Gents of Leicester. Made in England circa 1930. Gent of Leicester makers ...
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Vintage 1930s British Industrial Wall Clocks

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Located in Praha, CZ
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

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Metal

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Typewriter/Remington Standart 12 USA, 1930s
$480
H 11.82 in W 14.97 in D 14.57 in
Art Deco Copper German Perpetual Desk Calendar c.1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original German perpetual desk calendar. Change the day of the week and date by pressing the Bakelite handle on the side. A knob in the back allows you to adjust the date t...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Scientific Instruments

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Marble, Copper

Vintage Teak Weather Station by Barigo, Germany, 1960s
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Art Deco Table Lamp Sculpture
Located in Antwerp, BE
An Art Deco sculpture with three deer on a marble base. Measures: Width:43 cm. Depth:15 cm. Height:37 cm. Weight:10 kg.
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Onyx, Marble

Art Deco Table Lamp Sculpture
Art Deco Table Lamp Sculpture
$1,501
H 14.57 in W 16.93 in D 5.91 in
Art Deco Vanity Veneer Rosewood and Maple with Bakelite Handles, Italy, 1930s
Located in Firenze, IT
This original Italian Art Deco dressing table is entirely veneered with precious essences such as rosewood and bird's-eye maple, the contrast between the warmth brown, the yellow and...
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By Jerome Massier
Located in Austin, TX
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$1,650
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$295
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Finding the Right Clocks for You

A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.

Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.

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Questions About Art Deco Telechron
  • 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 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 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 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.