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Art deco Thonet armchairs no.428
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco Thonet armchairs no.428 executed by Thonet Debrecen. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Low art deco coffee table by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Low art deco coffee table by Thonet, professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Very rare walnut art deco bar cabinet by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare walnut art deco bar cabinet by Thonet. Signed Thonet Fabrique en Tchecoslovaque
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindřich Halabala
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s.
Excellent restored with new
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s.
Excellent restored with seat
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s.
Excellent restored with seat
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
1930s, Art Deco Floor Lamp by Thonet, Czechoslovakia
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished and finish by shellac.
- rewired.
- E26/E27 bulb with any wattage if LED version is used.
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Thonet Bentwood Dining Chair w/ Bakelite Seat
By Thonet
Located in Van Nuys, CA
beech frame is elegantly curved, showcasing the transition between Art Deco and the later Mid-century
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Bakelite, Wood
$687 Sale Price
44% Off
H 31.5 in W 17 in D 23 in
Art Deco Coffee Table by Thonet Mundus
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Round coffee table by Thonet Mundus circa 1930. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Slovak Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Beech
Restored Art Deco Chair, by Thonet, Beech, Revived Polish, Czech, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco chair comes from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th century. It
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Beech, Wood, Lacquer
$718
H 28.75 in W 20.87 in D 22.05 in
Restored Art Deco Dining Table, by Thonet, Chrome, Steel, Germany, 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
restored.
This item features classic Art Deco elements. Art Deco is a style that originated in France
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$2,702
H 26.38 in W 29.14 in D 29.14 in
Restored Art Deco Coat Rack, by Thonet, Beech, Polish, Czech, 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant coat rack from the 1930s embodies the Art Deco style and was crafted in Czechoslovakia
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Restored Art Deco Trolley, by Thonet, Oak, Black Glass, Czech, 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant serving trolley in the Art Deco style originates from the early 20th century and was
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Serving Tables
Materials
Glass, Oak, Lacquer, Wood
$2,155
H 31.89 in W 29.53 in D 17.72 in
Art Deco Vintage Brown Beech Gebr, Thonet Valet Coat Rack 1920s Vienna
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage valet or coat rack by Gebrüder Thonet from beech bentwood in brown stained color
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
$2,023
H 43.31 in W 17.13 in D 12.41 in
Restored Art Deco Rocking Chair, by Thonet, Beech, Rattan, Czech, 1910s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Made by influential Austrian furniture manufacturer Thonet.
This Art Deco rocking chair originates
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
$930 Sale Price
50% Off
H 43.31 in W 22.05 in D 41.34 in
Small Art Deco Table, Made by Thonet, Walnut, Czechia, 1930s, Fully Restored
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Small Art Deco table, Made by Thonet.
Fully restored. Revived original varnish.
Period: 1930
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
$1,975
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 29.53 in
Art Deco Vintage Bentwood Beech Valet Coat Rack by Thonet, Vienna, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage valet or coat rack from brown stained beech designed and made by Gebr. Thonet
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
$2,263
H 42.52 in W 17.72 in D 12.41 in
Restored Art Deco Floor Lamp, by Thonet, Chrome, Beech, Walnut, Czech, 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco floor lamp originates from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Steel
$1,861
H 72.84 in W 15.75 in D 25.2 in
Thonet Vienna Art Deco Dressing Stand, Nr. 133, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Silent Servant Nr. 133 by Thonet. Produced in Vienna in the 1920's.
Good vintage condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
Black Art Deco Round Piano Stool Made by Thonet, Original Condition, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Small round Art Deco piano chair.
Material: Beech
Maker: Thonet
Source: Czechia
Period: 1920
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Stools
Materials
Beech, Lacquer
Restored Art Deco Trolley, by Thonet, Oak, Glass, Veneer, Chrome, Czech, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Art Deco Trolley
Source: Czech
Period: 1920-1929
Made by influential Austrian furniture
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Serving Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$2,155
H 30.32 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in
Art Deco Reclining Chair Made in 1930s Germany by Thonet, Restored Matte Finish
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Art Deco Reclining chair made in 1930s Germany by Thonet. Restored matte finish.
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
$1,921
H 34.26 in W 25.6 in D 36.23 in
Restored Art Deco Rocking Chair with Footrest, by Thonet, Beech, Czech, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Made by influential Austrian furniture manufacturer Thonet.
This Art Deco rocking chair originates
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
$1,077 Sale Price
50% Off
H 41.34 in W 22.84 in D 49.22 in
Breuer for Thonet German Art Deco Lacquered Arm Chair
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet
Located in Queens, NY
German Art Deco black enameled wood arm chair with chrome trim having a shaped wood back and cane
Category
20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Era Vintage Oak Glass Brass Thonet Showcase Vitrine Austria, circa 1920
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Art deco vintage showcase or vitrine from solid oakwood with brass details, circa 1920 Austria
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Oak
$17,414
H 33.47 in W 48.43 in D 24.41 in
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala, Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s.
Excellent restored with seat
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Art deco armchairs A752F by Jozef Frank for Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Frank
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco armchairs A752F by Jozef Frank for Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Art Deco Thonet Chair in Style of Josef Frank
By Thonet, Frank Josef
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art Deco Thonet chair in style of Josef Frank in very good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech
Pair of Early 20th Century French Art Deco Period Bentwood Thonet Bistro Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of Art Deco period chairs in the style of Thonet features bentwood frames with their
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
$650 / set
H 35 in W 16 in D 16.5 in
Set of three chairs by Michael Thonet and Art Deco Table
By Michael Thonet
Located in Milano, IT
technique perfected by Thonet to the point of turning it into an art form. These are not just chairs, but
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Deco Living Room Sets
Materials
Wood
$2,161 / set
H 31.11 in W 22.25 in D 23.23 in
Art deco serving trolley by no.1157 by Thonet Debrecen 1930
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco serving trolley no.1157 by Thonet Debrecen 1930 professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Serving Tables
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Art Deco Beech Brown Vintage Valet or Coat Rack by Thonet Austria, circa 1920
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
the valet was designed and executed by Thonet Vienna.
Also the valet or cloth hanger is in very good
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
$2,269
H 43.31 in W 17.13 in D 12.41 in
Art deco armchairs A752F by Josef Frank for Thonet Mundus
By Thonet, Frank Josef
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco armchairs A752F by Josef Frank for Thonet Mundus. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
$5,747 / set
H 27.96 in W 25.6 in D 25.99 in
Thonet Shelves
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet bentwood sheves professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Slovak Art Deco Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Bentwood
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala Bouclé Fabric
By Jindřich Halabala, Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s.
Excellent restored with seat
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
$7,290 / item
H 27.96 in W 27.96 in D 31.89 in
Art Deco Original Bentwood Stool , Rattan Cane Top, designed by Michael Thonet
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Vigonza, Padua
A original art deco Bentwood Stool or Table with Rattan Cane Top designed by Michael Thonet, with
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Beech
$1,676
H 16.93 in Dm 19.69 in
Art Deco Wood, Iron and Caning Adjustable Stool by Thonet, Austria, 1930s
By Michael Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Signed elegant and sturdy four legged adjsutable stool by Thonet. The base structure is made of
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Stools
Materials
Iron
$1,550
H 31.5 in Dm 13.78 in
Thonet Rocking Footrest
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet rocking footrest in very good original condition with signs of usage.
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Footstools
Materials
Rattan, Bentwood
Bauhaus art deco amrchairs by Lajos Kozma for Thonet Mundus
By Thonet-Mundus, Lajos Kozma
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bauhaus art deco amrchairs by Lajos Kozma for Thonet Mundus. Professionally stained and repolished
Category
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
$14,411 / set
H 31.5 in W 26.38 in D 31.5 in
Bauhaus art deco amrchairs by Lajos Kozma for Thonet Mundus
By Thonet-Mundus, Lajos Kozma
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bauhaus art deco amrchairs by Lajos Kozma for Thonet Mundus. Professionally stained and repolished
Category
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
$14,411 / set
H 31.5 in W 26.38 in D 31.5 in
Thonet Vienna Art Deco Bentwood Clothing Valet / Dressing Stand, Austria, 1920s
By Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Art Deco gentleman’s valet or dressing stand from the 1920s, designed and crafted by
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood, Beech, Bentwood
$1,900
H 41 in W 18 in D 12.5 in
Thonet washstand no.2
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet washstand no.2 in very good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Easels
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Restored Art Deco Armchair, by Josef Frank for Thonet, Beech, Czech, 1930s
By Josef Frank, Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco armchair comes from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th century
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Beech, Lacquer
$960
H 28.75 in W 24.81 in D 27.56 in
Thonet Debrecen desk chair
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet Debrecen desk chair. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s.
Excellent restored with seat
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Restored Art Deco Side Table, Marcel Breuer, Thonet Chrome Steel, Germany, 1930s
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Art Deco side table
Designer: Marcel Breuer
Maker: Thonet
Period: 1930-1939
Source
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,681
H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 14.18 in
Thonet Vienna Art Deco Bentwood Clothing Valet / Dressing Stand, Austria, 1920s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Art Deco gentleman’s valet or dressing stand from the 1920s, designed and crafted by
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood, Beech, Bentwood
$2,200
H 43 in W 18 in D 12.5 in
Art Deco Josef Frank Thonet Vintage Chocolate Brown Four Windsor Armchairs c1925
By Thonet, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage four ( 4 ) dining chairs or armchairs from chocolate brown stained beech, design
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
$13,770 / set
H 38.98 in W 22.45 in D 21.07 in
Round side table by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Round side table by Thonet in very nice original condition with signs of use.
Category
Vintage 1920s Slovak Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Bentwood coffee table by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood coffee table by Thonet in very nice original condition.
Category
Vintage 1930s Slovak Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by Josef Frank, Thonet, Beech, Czech, 1930s
By Thonet, Josef Frank
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant pair of Art Deco armchairs comes from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Beech, Lacquer
$1,855 / set
H 28.75 in W 24.81 in D 27.56 in
Thonet black bentwood stool - 20th
By Thonet
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Thonet black bentwood stool - 20th
Thonet - Side Stool - Mid-Century
Measures : Ø 42cm H:47cm
Category
20th Century European Art Deco Stools
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Bentwood nesting tables by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood nesting tables by Thonet in original vintage condition with signs of use.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Restored Art Deco Dining Table, by M. Breuer for Thonet, Walnut, Germany, 1930s
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
restored.
This item features classic Art Deco elements. Art Deco is a style that originated in France
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,921
H 27.56 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in
1930s Thonet Restored Armchair, Czechoslovakia
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished and finished in shellac
- Newly upholstered
- Labeled
- Heigh of seat 49 cm
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Thonet Music Stand No.3
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet music stand no.3. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1920s Hungarian Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Bentwood
Art deco Thonet side table
By Debrecen Bentwood Furniture Company
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco Thonet side table. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1920s Hungarian Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Plant Stand by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Plant Stand by Thonet in very good original condition with signs of usage.
Category
Vintage 1940s Slovak Art Deco Pedestals
Materials
Bentwood
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Thonet Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic thonet art deco available at 1stDibs. Each thonet art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, bentwood and hardwood. Your living room may not be complete without a thonet art deco — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A thonet art deco is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Thonet, Jindrich Halabala and Josef Hoffmann each produced at least one beautiful thonet art deco that is worth considering.
How Much is a Thonet Art Deco?
A thonet art deco can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,014, while the lowest priced sells for $221 and the highest can go for as much as $37,078.
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 Thonet Art Deco
- 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.
- 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 the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco 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. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What era was Art Deco rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- What does Art Deco ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.
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