Winter VII Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
source made with small tips of natural quartz. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Winter II Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
source made with small tips of natural quartz. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Carved II Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
artisans by hand. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Winter III Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
source made with small tips of natural quartz. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Winter IV Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
source made with small tips of natural quartz. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Carved IX Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
artisans by hand. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Winter V Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
source made with small tips of natural quartz. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Artemis IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
inspired by natural elements such as volcanic rocks and marine corals. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Artemis III Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely handcrafted way
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Artemis III Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely handcrafted way
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Artemis I Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
inspired by natural elements such as volcanic rocks and marine corals. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Artemis II Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
inspired by natural elements such as volcanic rocks and marine corals. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Artemis II Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
inspired by natural elements such as volcanic rocks and marine corals. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Artemis I Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
inspired by natural elements such as volcanic rocks and marine corals. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
micro coral ceramic structure. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson
Metal
Quartz Pendant Lamp II by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
create an elegant and unconventional design. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with
Quartz, Metal
Quartz Pendant Lamp II by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely
Quartz, Metal
Quartz Pendant Lamp I by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
create an elegant and unconventional design. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with
Quartz, Metal
Green Quartz Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
spaces bringing comfortable and elegant lighting. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Aluminum
Selenite Chandelier Lamp 100 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
selenite give the pendant a classic shape. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with
Stone, Metal
Natural Stone Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
(same as photo) only in veneer option. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with
Quartz, Aluminum
Quartz Chandelier Lamp 120 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
spaces bringing comfortable and elegant lighting. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Aluminum
Quartz Chandelier Lamp 60 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
the project. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing
Quartz, Aluminum, Gold Leaf
Small Selenite Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
selenite rods. Its interior is filled with the same rock in two layers. The history of Aver Metais as a
Rock Crystal, Aluminum, Gold Leaf
Large White Quartz IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
exotic beauty. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing
Quartz, Metal
Small White Quartz IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
exotic beauty. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing
Quartz, Metal
Oslo II Smoked Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
resemble light bubbles floating around a thin micro coral ceramic structure. The history of Aver Metais as
Metal
Oslo II Frosted Glass Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
floating around a thin micro coral ceramic structure. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand
Metal
Set Of 2 Corsica III Wall Lamps by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
its exotic beauty. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Selenite Pendant Lamp III by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely
Metal, Other
Selenite Pendant Lamp IV by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely
Metal, Other
Selenite Pendant Lamp V by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely
Metal, Other
$7,112 / item
H 5.12 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Oslo I Pendant Lamp with White Quartz And Hand-Blown Glass Details by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
coral ceramic structure. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver
Quartz, Metal
$4,454 / item
H 5.12 in W 55.12 in D 4.73 in
Oslo II Pendant Lamp with White Quartz And Hand-Blown Glass Details by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
coral ceramic structure. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver
Quartz, Metal
$1,472 / item
H 14.97 in W 5.91 in D 7.49 in
Mini Moselle Metal Wall Lamp with White Quartz And Raw Fabric Shade by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
with contemporary design. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver
Quartz, Metal
$2,670 / item
H 29.93 in W 4.73 in D 3.55 in
Oslo I Wall Lamp with White Quartz And Hand-Blown Glass Details by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
coral ceramic structure. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver
Quartz, Metal
White Quartz Chandelier VII by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
in an elegant way by our artisans. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with
Quartz, Metal
Quartz Chandelier VI 88 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
way by our artisans. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver
Quartz, Metal
Quartz Chandelier VI 73 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
way by our artisans. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver
Quartz, Metal
Delphi Floor Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$1,963 / item
H 14.97 in W 8.27 in D 3.15 in
Moonlight Wall Sconce with White Quartz And Gold Patina Details by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely handcrafted way
Quartz, Metal
Set Of 3 Selenite III, IV And V Pendant Lamps by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
lamps that emphasize their light diffuser made of cut selenite. The history of Aver Metais as a
Metal, Other
Delphi VI Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
the earthly and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi V Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi VII Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
the earthly and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi III Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi II Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi V Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
the earthly and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi III Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a lighting
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi IV Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
the earthly and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi II Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
the earthly and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
Delphi I Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
the earthly and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
$5,998 / item
H 9.85 in W 47.25 in D 9.85 in
Mini Etruscan II Pendant Lamp with White Quartz And Gold Patina Details by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
is known for its exquisite The history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver
Quartz, Metal
Delphi Pendant VIII by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely
Crystal
Delphi Pendant IX by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
history of Aver Metais as a lighting brand begins with Jefferson Aver manufacturing lamps in a completely
Crystal
Delphi I Small Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
the earthly and the divine, between the predictable and the unknown. The history of Aver Metais as a
Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other
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
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.
More often than not, vintage mid-century Brazilian furniture designs, with their gleaming wood, soft leathers and inviting shapes, share a sensuous, unique quality that distinguishes them from the more rectilinear output of American and Scandinavian makers of the same era.
Commencing in the 1940s and '50s, a group of architects and designers transformed the local cultural landscape in Brazil, merging the modernist vernacular popular in Europe and the United States with the South American country's traditional techniques and indigenous materials.
Key mid-century influencers on Brazilian furniture design include natives Oscar Niemeyer, Sergio Rodrigues and José Zanine Caldas as well as such European immigrants as Joaquim Tenreiro, Jean Gillon and Jorge Zalszupin. These creators frequently collaborated; for instance, Niemeyer, an internationally acclaimed architect, commissioned many of them to furnish his residential and institutional buildings.
The popularity of Brazilian modern furniture has made household names of these designers and other greats. Their particular brand of modernism is characterized by an émigré point of view (some were Lithuanian, German, Polish, Ukrainian, Portuguese, and Italian), a preference for highly figured indigenous Brazilian woods, a reverence for nature as an inspiration and an atelier or small-production mentality.
Hallmarks of Brazilian mid-century design include smooth, sculptural forms and the use of native woods like rosewood, jacaranda and pequi. The work of designers today exhibits many of the same qualities, though with a marked interest in exploring new materials (witness the Campana Brothers' stuffed-animal chairs) and an emphasis on looking inward rather than to other countries for inspiration.
Find a collection of vintage Brazilian furniture on 1stDibs that includes chairs, sofas, tables and more.
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Bespoke lighting is a hallmark of upscale interiors, and contemporary makers are increasingly ambitious in their materials and forms.