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GIA Certified Asymmetrical Art Deco Antique Diamond Engagement Ring
GIA Certified Asymmetrical Art Deco Antique Diamond Engagement Ring

GIA Certified Asymmetrical Art Deco Antique Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

This fascinating genuine Art Deco antique diamond engagement ring is special and unparalleled

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Sculptural Asymmetrical Art Deco White Ceramic Vase 1980s
Vintage Sculptural Asymmetrical Art Deco White Ceramic Vase 1980s

Vintage Sculptural Asymmetrical Art Deco White Ceramic Vase 1980s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage vase in Art Deco style has rounded profile with pronounced, asymmetrical graphic relief

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Lowboard, Black Lacquer, Chrome Fittings, France circa 1930
Art Deco Lowboard, Black Lacquer, Chrome Fittings, France circa 1930

Art Deco Lowboard, Black Lacquer, Chrome Fittings, France circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Small asymmetrical Art Deco Lowboard from France around 1930. Black, high-gloss polished piano

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Pair of Hollywood Regency Fireside Chairs Attributed to Grosfeld House
Pair of Hollywood Regency Fireside Chairs Attributed to Grosfeld House

Pair of Hollywood Regency Fireside Chairs Attributed to Grosfeld House

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant pair of mirror image asymmetrical Art Deco shell back parlor chairs in a wine colored

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Svend Hammershøi Bowl in Black & White Ash Glaze. Herman A Kähler, Denmark 1930s
Svend Hammershøi Bowl in Black & White Ash Glaze. Herman A Kähler, Denmark 1930s

Svend Hammershøi Bowl in Black & White Ash Glaze. Herman A Kähler, Denmark 1930s

By Herman A. Kahler Keramik, Svend Hammershøi, Herman A. Kähler 1, Herman August Kähler

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful asymmetric Art Deco bowl with amazing black and white glaze. Designed by Svend

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Beautiful Asymetric Art Deco Triple Wardrobe with Royal Provenance
Beautiful Asymetric Art Deco Triple Wardrobe with Royal Provenance

Beautiful Asymetric Art Deco Triple Wardrobe with Royal Provenance

Located in Barnstaple, GB

We are delighted to be able to offer you this wonderful triple asymmetric Art Deco Wardrobe

Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Vintage 1950s 0.75 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Art Deco Twist Ring
Vintage 1950s 0.75 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Art Deco Twist Ring

Vintage 1950s 0.75 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Art Deco Twist Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

with a textured finish. The asymmetrical Art Deco design is ornamented with two further feature

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Large 9.68 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch Circa 1925
Antique Art Deco Large 9.68 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch Circa 1925

Antique Art Deco Large 9.68 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch Circa 1925

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

brooch has been crafted in platinum. The interlacing, scrolling asymmetrical Art Deco setting is

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1930s French Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Asymmetrical Ring
1930s French Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Asymmetrical Ring

1930s French Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Asymmetrical Ring

Located in Poitiers, FR

Ring in platinum, dog's head hallmark. Square shaped, this superb Art Deco ring is adorned with a

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

American Art Deco Modernage Asymmetrical Chair and Ottoman
American Art Deco Modernage Asymmetrical Chair and Ottoman

American Art Deco Modernage Asymmetrical Chair and Ottoman

Located in North Bergen, NJ

This unusual American Art Deco asymmetrical chair and ottoman was purchased in 1933 by the original

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Asymmetrical French Art Deco Desk in Black Lacquer, circa 1930
Asymmetrical French Art Deco Desk in Black Lacquer, circa 1930

Asymmetrical French Art Deco Desk in Black Lacquer, circa 1930

Located in Ulm, DE

An exceptional original French Art Deco desk from the 1930s, featuring a striking asymmetrical

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech

Art Deco Asymmetrical French Vanity With Full Length Mirror & Drawers
Art Deco Asymmetrical French Vanity With Full Length Mirror & Drawers

Art Deco Asymmetrical French Vanity With Full Length Mirror & Drawers

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Exquisite Art Deco Vanity in impeccable condition given age with full length mirror and beautiful

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Hardwood

French Art Deco Burr Elm Sculptural Asymmetrical Dressing Table C.1930
French Art Deco Burr Elm Sculptural Asymmetrical Dressing Table C.1930

French Art Deco Burr Elm Sculptural Asymmetrical Dressing Table C.1930

Located in London, Park Royal

French, circa 1930s, this exceptional Art Deco dressing table stands out for its sculptural

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Art Deco Style Asymmetrical Chairs Newly Reupholstered - Pair
Art Deco Style Asymmetrical Chairs Newly Reupholstered - Pair

Art Deco Style Asymmetrical Chairs Newly Reupholstered - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Bold and sculptural, this set of two Hollywood Regency Art Deco–style chairs features dramatic

Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, Round Stone Asymmetric Ring ER15012
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, Round Stone Asymmetric Ring ER15012

Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, Round Stone Asymmetric Ring ER15012

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

This ring design is modern and unique! The ring has an asymmetric design with a 6 prong center

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent Orange Color Asymmetric Patters Antique Oval Chinese Art Deco Rug
Magnificent Orange Color Asymmetric Patters Antique Oval Chinese Art Deco Rug

Magnificent Orange Color Asymmetric Patters Antique Oval Chinese Art Deco Rug

Located in New York, NY

This rather rare round rug features a landscape design with layered parti-colored rocks, a four story pagoda and simple Dwellings separated by an orange-rust inlet with a small saili...

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Art Deco to MCM Low Asymmetrical Nightstands or End Tables a Pair
Vintage Art Deco to MCM Low Asymmetrical Nightstands or End Tables a Pair

Vintage Art Deco to MCM Low Asymmetrical Nightstands or End Tables a Pair

Located in Topeka, KS

Lovely vintage Art Deco to MCM or Mid-Century Modern low asymmetrical nightstands or end tables, a

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Plastic, Wood, Burl

Hague School Asymmetrical Chest Danish Deco 1930's
Hague School Asymmetrical Chest Danish Deco 1930's

Hague School Asymmetrical Chest Danish Deco 1930's

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Rare Haag school asymmetrical case. Unique details throughout shelving on either end half circle

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Art Deco 18K White Gold 4.04tgw Old Cut Diamond and Sapphire Asymmetric Brooch
Art Deco 18K White Gold 4.04tgw Old Cut Diamond and Sapphire Asymmetric Brooch

Art Deco 18K White Gold 4.04tgw Old Cut Diamond and Sapphire Asymmetric Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

An Art Deco diamond, sapphire, and white gold brooch, comprising nineteen old European cut diamonds

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eugene Printz, French Art Deco, Mahogany, Rare Asymmetric Desk, France, c. 1925
Eugene Printz, French Art Deco, Mahogany, Rare Asymmetric Desk, France, c. 1925

Eugene Printz, French Art Deco, Mahogany, Rare Asymmetric Desk, France, c. 1925

By Eugene Printz

Located in Manhasset, NY

Eugene Printz, French Art Deco, Mahogany, Rare Asymmetric Desk, France, c. 1925 An example of an

Category

Vintage 1920s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Delicate Fuschia Color with Floral Asymmetric Patterns Antique Chinese Deco Rug
Delicate Fuschia Color with Floral Asymmetric Patterns Antique Chinese Deco Rug

Delicate Fuschia Color with Floral Asymmetric Patterns Antique Chinese Deco Rug

Located in New York, NY

On each of the four border sides are facing pairs of feng-hung (phoenix) birds with long wavy tail feathers, set around a paeony palmette. A black wiry arabesquerie supports the bird...

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Asymmetrical Diamond Ring in 14k
Vintage Asymmetrical Diamond Ring in 14k

Vintage Asymmetrical Diamond Ring in 14k

Located in Bloomington, MN

This vintage ring is crafted in 14k white gold and showcases an eye-catching asymmetrical design

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pair Scalloped Asymmetrical Lounge Chairs, 1940s
Pair Scalloped Asymmetrical Lounge Chairs, 1940s

Pair Scalloped Asymmetrical Lounge Chairs, 1940s

Located in Dallas, TX

by Art Deco design elements, they each feature a tight back shows off plush tailored vertical channel

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Asymmetric Amethyst Crystals Water Drop Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Asymmetric Amethyst Crystals Water Drop Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Asymmetric Amethyst Crystals Water Drop Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Asymmetric Amethyst Purple Crystals Tear Water Drop Clip Earrings

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Asymmetrical Channel Fan-Back Newly Upholstered Lounges and Ottoman
Asymmetrical Channel Fan-Back Newly Upholstered Lounges and Ottoman

Asymmetrical Channel Fan-Back Newly Upholstered Lounges and Ottoman

Located in Chicago, IL

Art Deco Asymmetrical Channel Fan Back Lounge chairs and ottoman Newly Upholstered - 3 Piece Set

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Velvet, Wood

Tibetan Dragon Rug Pure Wool Hand Knotted, Asymmetrical Tapestry, 1970s
Tibetan Dragon Rug Pure Wool Hand Knotted, Asymmetrical Tapestry, 1970s

Tibetan Dragon Rug Pure Wool Hand Knotted, Asymmetrical Tapestry, 1970s

Located in Andernach, DE

decorative pure wool thick pile with asymmetrical cotton fringes. Rare item, likely custom made, displaying a

Category

Mid-20th Century Tibetan Art Deco Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A stunning example of early 20th-century Chinese Art Deco weaving, this rug features a deep navy

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Peking, Art Deco Design
Antique Chinese Peking, Art Deco Design

Antique Chinese Peking, Art Deco Design

Located in Evanston, IL

Art Deco influences. The weaving technique was adjusted to create thicker and tighter rugs, enhancing

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Asymmetric Triangle Ruby Crystal Clip Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Asymmetric Triangle Ruby Crystal Clip Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Asymmetric Triangle Ruby Crystal Clip Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty 1980s Unisex Asymmetric Triangle Ruby Red Clear Cabochon

Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Asymmetric Dust Purple Flower Green Beige Pendant Chunky Drop Pierced Earrings
Asymmetric Dust Purple Flower Green Beige Pendant Chunky Drop Pierced Earrings

Asymmetric Dust Purple Flower Green Beige Pendant Chunky Drop Pierced Earrings

Located in Wokingham, England

Asymmetric Dust Purple Flower Green Beige Chunky Drop Pierced Earrings, Swarovski Element Very

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Silver

Burgundy Red Velvet Asymmetrical Cloud Sofa Set by Weiman
Burgundy Red Velvet Asymmetrical Cloud Sofa Set by Weiman

Burgundy Red Velvet Asymmetrical Cloud Sofa Set by Weiman

By Weiman Preview Furniture

Located in Bensalem, PA

Stunning pair of curved serpentine cloud sofas in rich burgundy velvet timeless Kagan design with walnut base feet

Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Asymmetric Japanese Ukiyo-e Cloud Round Pearl Retro Drop Pierced Earrings
Asymmetric Japanese Ukiyo-e Cloud Round Pearl Retro Drop Pierced Earrings

Asymmetric Japanese Ukiyo-e Cloud Round Pearl Retro Drop Pierced Earrings

Located in Wokingham, England

Asymmetric Japanese Ukiyo-e Cloud Round Pearl Retro Pierced Earrings, Swarovski Element Very high

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Asymmetric Navy Red Semicircle Abstract Women Lady Portrait Enamel Clip Earrings
Asymmetric Navy Red Semicircle Abstract Women Lady Portrait Enamel Clip Earrings

Asymmetric Navy Red Semicircle Abstract Women Lady Portrait Enamel Clip Earrings

Located in Wokingham, England

Asymmetric Navy Red Semicircle Abstract Portrait Enamel Clip Earrings Swarovski Element The cost

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

GIA 4.5ct Diamond Kites, trillion & enamel 18k Gold asymmetric drop earrings
GIA 4.5ct Diamond Kites, trillion & enamel 18k Gold asymmetric drop earrings

GIA 4.5ct Diamond Kites, trillion & enamel 18k Gold asymmetric drop earrings

By LÖF

Located in Los Angeles, CA

irreverent take on the original Cecil design, The Jaunty Cecil captures the spirit of Art Deco play

Category

2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Handmade Asymmetrical Tourmaline Stackable Ring in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
Handmade Asymmetrical Tourmaline Stackable Ring in 14k Solid Yellow Gold

Handmade Asymmetrical Tourmaline Stackable Ring in 14k Solid Yellow Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Handmade Asymmetrical Tourmaline Stackable Ring in 14k Gold featuring natural tourmaline of 1.05

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Wardrobe-Style Art Deco Hall Stand in Iron, France 1940s
Black Wardrobe-Style Art Deco Hall Stand in Iron, France 1940s

Black Wardrobe-Style Art Deco Hall Stand in Iron, France 1940s

Located in Miami, FL

Bring the sophistication of a 1940s Paris apartment into your home with this authentic Art Deco

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Frits Spanjaard Important Asymmetrical Desk in Oak and Macassar Ebony, 1932
Frits Spanjaard Important Asymmetrical Desk in Oak and Macassar Ebony, 1932

Frits Spanjaard Important Asymmetrical Desk in Oak and Macassar Ebony, 1932

By Frits Spanjaard

Located in The Hague, NL

main proponent. This style was not so much inspired by the Classic European Art Deco capitals such as

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Desks

Materials

Macassar, Oak

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Asymmetrical Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic asymmetrical art deco available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, chrome and wood, every asymmetrical art deco was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect asymmetrical art deco — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An asymmetrical art deco is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one asymmetrical art deco that is appealing in its simplicity, but Donald Deskey, Bert Dickerson and Charles Dudouyt produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Asymmetrical Art Deco?

The average selling price for an asymmetrical art deco at 1stDibs is $2,100, while they’re typically $245 on the low end and $15,602 for the highest priced.

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

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 Asymmetrical Art Deco
  • 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, 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.

  • 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 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 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 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.