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Asprey Art Deco Agate Stone Clock, circa 1920s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Asprey London
STYLE / REFERENCE: Strut Desk Clock
METAL / MATERIAL: Polished
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Desk Accessories
Materials
Agate
Asprey Art Deco Sterling Silver & Shagreen Magnifying Glass
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Bath, GB
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The 20s and 30s were a golden age for Asprey. It embraced the new style, now known as ‘Art Deco’ but
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Asprey Art Deco Agate Stone Clock, circa 1920s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Asprey London
STYLE / REFERENCE: Strut Desk Clock
METAL / MATERIAL: Polished
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Agate, Nickel
Asprey Art Deco Cigarettes Box. England c1930´s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
marks.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1995. If
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Asprey art Deco silver gilt compact case, 1939
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage silver gilt compact case
Made in England
Made by Asprey, London, 1939
Dimensions -
14.5
Category
Vintage 1930s British Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Asprey London, Art Deco Agate Stone Desk Clock One of One 1930's
By Asprey London
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Asprey London
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL:
CIRCA / YEAR
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Desk Accessories
Asprey & Co. 1923 Birmingham Art Deco Hexagonal Vesta Box In 9Kt Yellow Gold
By Asprey London
Located in Miami, FL
in Birmingham England by Asprey & Company Limited, back in the 1923. Crafted during the art deco
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,716 Sale Price
20% Off
W 2.05 in D 0.63 in L 2.2 in
Art Deco Shagreen Box by Asprey, England
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Patiala in India. This hinged box is an excellent example of Art Deco design, which often favored the use
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Shagreen
Asprey silver plated cocktail shaker art deco period
By Asprey International Limited
Located in York, GB
Asprey silver plated cocktail shaker art deco period
A fine art deco period circa 1920s cocktail
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Asprey 18ct Two Gold Art Deco Keyless Lever Open Face Dress Pocket Watch, C1920s
By Asprey
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Asprey. AN 18ct Two Colour Gold Art Deco Keyless Lever Open Face Dress Pocket Watch C1920s
Dial
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Asprey Rock Crystal, Diamond & Enamel Desk Clock
By Asprey
Located in New York, NY
Signature: Asprey London
Style: Art Deco
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Category
20th Century Retro Desk Accessories
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Walnut ASPREY ELevette Drinks Cabinet circa 1930s
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Dereham, GB
Art Deco Walnut ASPREY ELevette Drinks Cabinet circa 1930s
Chrome plated handle on pole, Pulls up
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Chrome
Rare ASPREY & Co. London Royal Warrant Art Deco Cocktail Trolley Bar.
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Rare ASPREY & Co. London Royal Warrant Art Deco Cocktail Trolley Bar.
Incredible and without equal
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Chrome
$18,500
H 36 in W 41.5 in D 16 in
Art Deco Elephant Paperweight. Retailed by Asprey - London 1930´s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Pewter Elephant Paperweight. Retailed by Asprey - London 1930´s
Small statue of an
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
$1,400
H 5.52 in W 2.76 in D 2.37 in
ART DECO ASPREY LONDON 1933 STERLING SiLVER ENAMEL & DIAMOND CIGARETTE CASE
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
super quality, Asprey London Sterling Silver & Gold Gilt with Diamonds and finished in Enamel Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$1,086
H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 0.4 in
ASPREY & CO. 1925 London Art Deco Mechanical Vesta Box In .925 Sterling
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Miami, FL
. The pocket vesta-box was crafted during the art deco period in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$908 Sale Price
30% Off
H 2.17 in W 1.74 in D 0.35 in
Antique Asprey & Co Silver Plated Art Deco Novelty Cocktail Shaker 20th Century
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Art Deco silver plate novelty cocktail shaker with the makers mark of the world
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
$1,401
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Tray by Asprey, London, circa .1930
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A very smart cocktail / serving tray in silver plate by the luxury silversmith / retailer, Asprey
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
$956
H 0.75 in W 18.5 in D 12.5 in
Art Deco Chrome 8 Day Skyscraper Desk Clock By Asprey, England, c1930
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Devon, England
Made by the iconic British Luxury Brand, Asprey. This is a genuine Art Deco period desk clock
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$1,086
H 3.94 in W 5.32 in D 1.19 in
Asprey London American Art Deco Satinwood Table Picture Frame Exceptional Piece
By Asprey International Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Vintage American Art Deco satinwood picture frame
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Satinwood
$813 Sale Price
30% Off
H 11.42 in W 9.45 in D 4.34 in
Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Small Tray By Asprey & Co George V 1931
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Norwich, GB
George V sterling silver small tray by Asprey & Co. Art Deco period. Fully hallmarked Birmingham
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,155
H 0.91 in W 6.54 in D 6.54 in
Antique circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey & Co London Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey & Co London cocktail
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
$1,845
H 8.08 in Dm 3.75 in
An enameled art deco sterling silver cigarette case by Asprey & Co. Ltd. 1933
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Aachen, DE
Birmingham and retailed in London. Designed in the art deco style with green and black enamel to the face and
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$933
H 0.4 in W 2.76 in D 3.23 in
Art Deco Mint Julep Cups - Asprey 1936 - Set of 6 Sterling Silver Cups
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1936 by Asprey & Co Ltd., this wonderful set of six sterling silver Art
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
$8,167
H 5.91 in W 13 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco Style Rock Crystal, Enamel & Russian Green Jasper Lamp; Asprey London
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
A very unusual Art Deco style, gilt silver, hand-carved rock crystal, red and green Russian Jasper
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Jade, Rock Crystal, Silver
$36,450
H 15.25 in Dm 6.5 in
Asprey London, Art Deco Agate Stone Desk Clock One of One 1930's
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Asprey London
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: High Grade / 8 Day
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Agate
Asprey London Sterling Silver Art Deco Style Ice Bucket & Lid in Original Box
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Ross, CA
decoration. The bucket is stamped with Asprey's maker's marks, the sterling silver mark and London hallmark
Category
Early 2000s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$3,900
H 7 in Dm 5.75 in
20th Century Art Deco Pair Of Solid Silver Cigar Boxes, Asprey & Co, c.1936
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
leading silversmiths of the day, Asprey & Co. The pair of boxes scream Art Deco, elegant and simplistic
Category
20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Materials
Silver
$9,015 / set
H 3.55 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
STUNNING ViNTAGE ASPREY MADE IN ITALY STAMPED 18CT GOLD STRESS RING
By Asprey
Located in GB
Asprey 18ct gold stress releif ring which is fully hallmarked and made in Italy
A lovely piece in
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Band Rings
Materials
Gold
Asprey Co Ltd. Sterling Silver Opulent Art Deco Compact c 1920s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in University City, MO
Asprey London Sterling silver opulent art deco vanity compact c 1920s
The elegant vintage compact
Category
Early 20th Century British Evening Bags and Minaudières
$775 Sale Price
39% Off
W 2.75 in L 2.75 in
Art Deco Spitfire Wooden & Aluminum Airplane Desk Model, Asprey, ca 1940's
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco / Cubist Spitfire wooden & aluminum airplane desk model. Asprey London- ca 1940´s. RAF
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects
Materials
Aluminum
$2,999
H 9.45 in W 14.97 in D 13.39 in
Thirst Extinguisher Cocktail Shaker by Asprey & Co.
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New Orleans, LA
Conquer one's thirst with this Art Deco-period silverplate cocktail shaker by Asprey & Co. Dubbed
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
Art Deco style diamond bracelet from Asprey & Company Limited
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Diamond bracelet from Asprey & Company Limited.
Art Deco style.
Made of platinum and set with white
Category
Antique 1620s British Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
New in Leather Pouch Asprey London Platinum Wedding Ring
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture
Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this brand new in the original leather pouch solid Platinum small ring
SIZE
US 4.25, UK H, French 47.5, swis...
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Platinum
Asprey sterling silver cigarette / card case, slide opens Pat 21914
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful silver work in this early Asprey Co , before Garrard cigarette case, /card, marked and
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Asprey, London, Large 1 1/2 Pint Cobbler Cocktail Shaker c.1930
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
excellent condition. 4 1/4" in diameter x 9 1/4" tall. Art Deco in era and dating to c.1930.
Founded in
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Very Large & Stylish Antique Sterling Silver Table Mirror, Gilt, Asprey, 1920
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1920 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this large and very handsome, Antique Sterling
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$8,851
H 25.99 in W 16.93 in D 16.15 in
LARGE SELECTION OF ANTIQUE & VINTAGE ASPREY GARRARD & CO SHOP DISPLAY BOXEs
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Garrard & Co formally Asprey & Garrard shop display and gift boxes
A very good and quote rare selection
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
$950 / set
H 10.24 in W 16.34 in D 12.41 in
Art Deco silver-plated recipe cocktail shaker by Asprey & Co
Located in London, GB
Art Deco style American recipe cocktail shaker with silver-plated sleeve and gold-plated body
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Urns
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Sterling Silver & Enamel Picture Frame by Asprey & Co England Circa 1920
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A wonderful Art Deco sterling silver & enamel Photograph frame by Asprey & Co, Birmingham 1929
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$8,500
H 9 in Dm 6.5 in
Huge 1971 Fully Restored Thick 2.3kgs Asprey London Sterling Silver Platter Tray
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
fully restored Asprey London 1971 serving platter
This is the largest and finest serving platter I
Category
Vintage 1970s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$9,568
H 14.77 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
Count Owned Asprey 24ct Gold Green Crocodile Leather 7 Piece Desk Set
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, complete Asprey Green Crocodile leather with 24ct gold inlaid crown, desk suite
This is pretty much the
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Gold
$12,302 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 2.17 in W 9.77 in D 14.89 in
Art Deco Walnut Elevette Drinks Cabinet circa 1930s
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Dereham, GB
Art Deco Walnut Elevette Drinks Cabinet circa 1930s
Retailed by Asprey of London
Chrome plated
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Art Deco Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London 1921
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Art Deco Onyx, Lapis & Silver Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London, 1921
This
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Onyx
$2,460 / set
H 3.15 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in
Fine Antique 1960 Art Deco Style EPNS Silver Hallmarked Zeppelin Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1960's Atomic Era Art Deco style Zeppelin
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Barware
Materials
EPNS
$4,032
H 9.45 in W 2.96 in D 2.76 in
SIX SOLID STERLING SILVER TIFFANY & CO MADE ASPREY LONDON RETAILED WINE GOBLETs
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in GB
made Sterling Silver cup goblets which were retailed through Asprey London
These are a super
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
$3,895 / set
H 3.94 in W 2.56 in D 2.56 in
Dumb-Bell Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A silver-plated cocktail shaker in the form of a dumb-bell. In the 1930s, Asprey & Co. Commissioned
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique 1920s Silver & Tortoise Shell Page Turner by Grey & Co. London, England
By Asprey International Limited, Grey & Co., Chester
Located in Andernach, DE
stamped by Grey & Co. London, possibly for Asprey London.
The Stamp is the London Lion, standing for
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Letter Openers
Materials
Sterling Silver
$727 Sale Price
37% Off
H 13.23 in W 1.19 in D 0.28 in
Asprey Art Deco Clock in an Ivory Shagreen on a Macassar Base
By Buren, Charles & George Asprey
Located in London, GB
An Asprey Art Deco clock in an ivory shagreen with black edging on a polished Macassar base and a
Category
20th Century British Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Shagreen
Asprey & Co. English Art Deco Green Shagreen Box
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
Polished green shagreen box with bone banding around the top.
Stamped ASPREY/ LONDON MADE on
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Shagreen
Asprey & Co. English Art Deco Green Shagreen Box
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
/ LONDON MADE" on leather underneath, hinge stamped "LONDON MADE".
*Variety of other English Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Materials
Bone, Shagreen
Asprey & Co. English Art Deco Faux Tortoiseshell Photograph Frame
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
stand.
Stamped: ASPREY LONDON on back.
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Picture Frames
Early Silver Mounted glass Art Deco Ice Bucket by Asprey, 1912
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
handle of swept form, with all elements of the mount and handle hallmarked Asprey & Co., London, and
Category
Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Very Large Art Deco Sterling Silver Photograph Frame by Asprey of London
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
An extremely attractive sterling silver Art Deco photograph frame by Asprey of London dated 1939
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,982
H 15 in W 11 in D 0.5 in
Rare Art Deco Sterling Silver Fox Head Card Tray by Asprey
Located in London, GB
A very rare sterling silver card tray, retailed by Asprey styled, in relief, as a fox head
Category
Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
English Art Deco Faux Tortoiseshell Photograph Frame
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
Rectangular photograph frame with arched top and Worcestershire Regiment silver badge. Original leather back and stand.
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Picture Frames
Very Large Edwardian or Art Deco Crocodile Skin Photograph Frame
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
An extremely attractive Edwardian / Art Deco crocodile skin photograph frame, circa 1910-1920
Category
Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Crocodile
Art Deco Sterling Silver and Gold Asprey Jaeger Lecoultre 8 Day Travel Clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
master craftsmen to re-case these movements. This example of an Art Deco travel clock is very unusual
Category
Vintage 1930s British Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
$10,295
H 3.125 in W 2 in D 0.75 in
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Asprey Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic asprey art deco available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every asprey art deco was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the asprey art deco you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A asprey art deco made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. Asprey International Limited, Asprey & Garrard Limited and Charles & George Asprey each produced at least one beautiful asprey art deco that is worth considering.
How Much is a Asprey Art Deco?
A asprey art deco can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,931, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $30,700.
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 Asprey Art Deco
- 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.
- 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an Art Deco lamp, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on it. Often, you can determine the maker and learn about the types of lamps it was known for by researching the maker's marks via online resources. If the maker produced lamps in the Art Deco style and your lamp dates to the 1920s or ’30s, it's a good possibility that your lamp is in the Art Deco style. Some makers who were famous for their Art Deco lamps include Lalique, Daum Frères, Tiffany and Charles Schneider. If you can't find a maker's marking, consider the overall design of your lamp. Fixtures dating back to the era typically feature ornate patterning, such as geometric motifs, sunbursts, ziggurats, linework and fountains. Commonly used materials included chrome, glass, Bakelite and bronze. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Deco lamps.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Among the key Art Deco designers were Tamara de Lempicka, Erté, René Lalique, Le Corbusier, Jean Dunand, Léon Bakst, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Sonia Delaunay, Georges Lepape and Jean Després.
- 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 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
- 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.
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