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.
1/2 ART-DECO NEOCLASSIC CHAIR att. to JEAN PASCAUD, France 1930
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Pascaud, Léon Jallot
Located in PARIS, FR
Armchair Attributed to Jean Pascaud – France, circa 1940 A refined French armchair dating from the 1940s, attributed to Jean Pascaud, featuring a gracefully curved blond wood frame ...
Fabric, Oak
Francois Carre Petite Sunburst Chairs-Set of 2. Circa 1930's
Located in Ross, CA
Set of two petite sunburst chairs made in France in the 1930's by Francois Carre. They have been powder coated in an olive color. Fifteen inch seat height Local pickup or delivery i...
Metal
Art Deco / Swedish Grace Lounge Chair in Red Jacquard Velvet, 1930s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Striking Art Deco / Swedish Grace lounge chair dating from the 1930s, distinguished by its generous proportions, sculptural silhouette and r...
Velvet
Art-Deco Style Double Wide Skyscraper End Or Easy Chairs After Paul T. Frankl
By Martin Industries
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of custom designer Art-Deco style 'Skyscraper' chairs in the manner of Abel Marius Faidy produced by Martin Industries of Philadelphia, PA circa 1965 on brass ball casters. Ac...
Brass
Frits Henningsen Art Deco Cuban Mahogany Armchair c.1933
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Frits Henningsen Art Deco Cuban Mahogany Armchair c.1933.
Leather, Wood
$7,850 / set
Pair Of French Art Deco Bergeres
By Maison Dominique, Jules Leleu, Dominique, André Arbus, Francisque Chaleyssin
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of French Art Deco Bergeres. Offered is a stunning pair of French Art Deco walnut chairs, club chairs, lounge chairs or bergeres. These lovely Parisian style chairs have channel...
Bronze
Volute Chair by Garnier Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With the Volute chair, the aim was to create a beautiful piece through finding balance in its design. We wanted it to be undoubtedly new and fresh but also conjure something classica...
Birdseye Maple, Walnut, Burl
Velvet Upholstered Bench with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Bauhaus Tubular Chrome Cantilever Chair, Czechoslovakia, circa 1930
Located in Praha, CZ
A refined Bauhaus tubular chrome cantilever chair dating to circa 1930, originating from Czechoslovakia. The chair embodies the progressive principles of interwar European Modernism,...
Steel, Chrome
French Art Deco Wood and Upholstered Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning vintage Art Deco club chair from France. Beautiful sculptural wood frame with angled detail. Newly upholstered in a lovely creamy boucle. Newly refreshed dark wood finish sh...
Wood, Bouclé
A Pair of 1930's Art Deco Barrel-Back Cocktail Chairs
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Art Deco Barrel-Back Cocktail Chairs in Dedar "Adam's & Eva" Sage Green Velvet, Believed to be from the American Bar at The Savoy, London, circa 1930s-1950s A fine pai...
Other
Velvet Upholstered Bench with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Velvet Upholstered Stool with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Set of Ten French Late Art Deco Dining Chairs in Black Lacquer and Beige Velvet
Located in Meda, MB
Elegant set of ten French chairs in the late Art Deco style, distinguished by their refined presence and sophisticated proportions. The wooden frames are finished in a deep black lac...
Velvet, Lacquer
Sylvie Chair in Black Pen Shell by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$7,045 / item
Sylvie Chair in Black Pen Shell by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Sylvie chair...
Brass
$1,950 / item
Grosfeld House Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant Grosfeld House ebonized occasional chairs having open backs with dramatic hand-carved draped swags with button tufted leather seats. Sold individually and also available C.O....
Leather, Wood
Pair of Alsatian couple chairs – 18th century period – Germanic baroque style –
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Pair of 18th century Alsatian chairs in dark stained solid wood, Germanic baroque style with Louis XIII influence. Each chair has a back carved in high relief decorated with scrol...
Beech
Eden Chair in Black Pen Shell and Upholstered in Calf-Hair by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Eden chair...
Shagreen Stingray
Jules Leleu Chair circa 1935 signed
By Jules Leleu
Located in CA, CA
This chair is an iconic design created by the legendary French Art Deco master Jules Leleu and fire stamped twice once J. Leleu and another Leleu Paris, A very stylish chair made of...
Beech
Art Deco Machine Age Black Lacquer Skyscraper Style Occasional or Desk Chair
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Machine Age Art Deco desk or occasional chair was realized in the United States, circa 1935. It features a channeled skyscraper style back; straight front legs and gen...
Velvet, Lacquer
Shell Inlaid Sylvie Console and Chair by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Shell
Shagreen Stool with Bronze Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Valmont Arm Chair by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier. Art Deco Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French 1940s Style Club Chairs. Large scale with a deep seat . Ideal to lounge with a large arm you can use as a side table for your lab top or magazine. The chairs have a ch...
Upholstery
Antique Art Deco Original Rusnak Brothers Chairs in Velvet with Wood - A Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Architecturally stunning chairs. Completely refinished and reupholstered in a tone on tone black velvet. 70 years later, these chairs are still relevant and gorgeous. Solid wood and ...
Velvet
Four Vintola Studio Heart Bar Stools, Green and White Jacquard Upholstery
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Introducing the latest creation from Vintola Studio, the stunning chair designed by Ola Szewczul in 2024. This chair is a masterpiece of modern design, combining elegance with except...
Jacquard, Beech
$3,200 / set
1930s Art Deco Steamline Hoop Rocking Chair Set
By Wolfgang Hoffmann, lloyd manufacturing co.
Located in Bensalem, PA
Heavy metal mid to early 1900s pair of hoop rockers very unique and well make an impressive statement. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Metal
Set of 6 Fine French Art Deco Palissander and Stained Beech Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of six fine French Art Deco dining chairs with palisander backs and an ebonized beech base.
Wood
Oxford Chair Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Italian chairs in straw and wood for Sautto e Liberale, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian chairs in straw and wood for Sautto e Liberale, 1930s Set of six chairs with straw seats and backs. The frame and legs are round, black-painted wood. Produced in 1930s by Sau...
Straw, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Club Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely Art Deco chair from France, 1930s. Beautiful curved wood frame with scroll detail. Newly upholstered in a lovely camel mohair. Original wood finish shows nice age and patina. ...
Wood, Mohair
$2,592Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 Chrome and Leather Chairs.
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gavina
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of leather and chromed steel cantilevered arm chairs designed by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe. There is no manufacturer listed but they do have “made in Italy” tags on them. Simila...
Steel, Chrome
Italian chairs in straw and wood for Sautto e Liberale, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian chairs in straw and wood for Sautto e Liberale, 1930s Set of six chairs with straw seats and backs. The frame, armrests, and legs are round, black-painted wood. Produced in 1...
Straw, Wood
Art Deco Machine Age Sling Chair by McKay Craft Furniture Company
By McKay Furniture Corp., John McKay
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Art Deco, Machine Age sling seat lounge chair having elegant chrome and black arms on a blacked steel spring base. The chair is in overall very good condition, the chrome is b...
Steel, Chrome
$600Sale Price|20% Off
1920s Antique Luterma Bistro Bentwod Chair from Estonia, Northern Europe
By Luterma
Located in San Gabriel, CA
1920s bentwood chair from the Art Deco Era of Estonia. Luterma was an Estonian company that manufactured furniture and other products in the ea...
Bentwood
Pair of Velvet Upholstered Stools with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Sculptural Chair in Bronze Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in New York, NY
Patrick Coard Paris expands on his unique and beautiful sculptural object collection with a furniture line. The Caudal capsule explores creating organic lines and sculptural dimensio...
Brass
$822Sale Price / set|20% Off
Art Deco Walnut and Cotton Chairs, Restored
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful pair of wooden chairs designed and produced in the 1920s by a fine Italian manufacturer. The chairs have a supporting frame made entirely of light walnut wood, which has b...
Cotton, Wood
Vintage American Seating Metal Frame Red Upholstered Folding Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage American Seating Metal Frame Red Upholstered Folding Theater Chairs - Set of 4. Listing includes (4) folding chairs, unique metal frames,...
Metal
$3,520 / set
Pair of Period Art Deco 1930s Mahogany Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A refined pair of 1930s Continental armchairs showcasing the elegant restraint characteristic of early Art Deco design but could work in a Georgian or neoclassical interior. The chai...
Mahogany
$5,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Ernst Schwadron Club Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Ernst Schwadron design for Rena Rosenthal club chairs. These chairs are in good original condition, usable as is, however the fabr...
Upholstery
Set of 8 Fine French 1930s Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of eight fine French Art Deco mahogany dinning chairs with wood backs. A matching table is available (not included in price), please see last picture.
Mahogany
Pair of Chic 'Arcade' Wrought Iron and Shearling Chairs by Design Frères
By Gilbert Poillerat, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Arcade' wrought iron and shearling chairs by Design Frères. Extraordinary pair of side chairs with white shearling upholstery. This unique upholstery...
Wrought Iron
Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Armchair by Gaston Poisson
Located in Long Island City, NY
Gaston Poisson - A fine French Art Deco mahogany bridge armchair. Arm height is 26 1/2"
Upholstery, Mahogany
2/2 ART-DECO NEOCLASSIC CHAIR att. to JEAN PASCAUD, France 1930
By Jean Pascaud, Léon Jallot, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in PARIS, FR
Armchair Attributed to Jean Pascaud – France, circa 1940 An elegant French armchair dating from the 1940s, attributed to Jean Pascaud, combining a sculptural blond wood frame with u...
Fabric, Oak
Antique Art Deco Red Painted Authentic Upholstered Movie Theater Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique Art Deco Red Painted Authentic Upholstered Movie Theater Stadium Chair...
Metal
René Drouet - wrought iron chair, gilt gold, France, 1937, Mid-century 1930s
By René Drouet
Located in PARIS, FR
RENÉ DROUET (1899 - 1993) Chaise France, vers 1937 Fer forgé & tissu H : 90 cm / L : 48 cm / P : 52 cm Bibliographie : Mobilier et Décoration, Août 1939, modèle identique reproduit p...
Wrought Iron
Siena Bar Chair in Akalu Autumn fabric and Taupe Lacquered Structure
Located in Lisbon, PT
Structure: Taupe lacquered wood feet, Seat and Back: akalu autumn fabric 056-3 solid wood back structure Seat height: 76 cm Made to Order. More fabric and lacquers colors availa...
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Pair of Art Deco 'Cloud' Chairs
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A pair of Art Deco 'Cloud' Chairs by Harry & Lou Epstein. Birdseye Maple veneered with moss green fabric re-upholstery.
Fabric, Birdseye Maple
Upholstered Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$16,000 / set
Set of 11 Fine French 1940s Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of eleven fine French Art Deco mahogany dining chairs with curved backs and turned wood details on the front legs. Four of the chairs have bronze sabots instead; please see the...
Mahogany
6 Fine French 1940s Mahogany Dining Chairs by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jules Leleu (1883-1961) - Six fine French Art Deco brown mahogany dining side chairs with bronze sabots. Documented Price is per chair and does not include re-upholstery (one of the...
Mahogany
French Modern Chair Attributed to Maurice Jallot
By Jules Leleu, Gio Ponti, Jacques Adnet, Maurice Jallot, André Arbus
Located in Houston, TX
French modern chair attributed to Maurice Jallot. This French Art Deco or French Art Moderne chair, side chair, chauffeuse or slipper chair is made...
Sycamore
$4,250 / item
French 1930s Art Deco Maple Lounge Chairs
Located in Zhongzheng Dist., TW
This pair of lounge chairs defined by streamlined and geometric silhouettes, the design showcases the sculptural elegance and decorative character typical of Art Deco. The rounded up...
Maple
1940s Art Deco Armchairs by Jacques Quinet, Upholstered Fabric, France
Located in CA, CA
A very elegant pair of armchairs attributed to Jacques Quinet circa 1940. Fully upholstered including the legs, with sumptuous curved arms and sabre back legs.
Fabric, Hardwood
$573Sale Price / set|88% Off
A Pair of Art Deco Style Armchairs Reupholsterd in White Boucle Fabric
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A Pair of Art Deco Style Armchairs, Reupholsterd in White Boucle Fabric, Black Velvet Sides, Original Mahogany Frames. These chairs features a striking design that combines modern ae...
Bouclé
$2,560
La Loire Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Chair from BoBo Atelier. Custom Wood Finishing and Upholstery Work included in the price of each chair. Customer provides fabric (COM)
Mohair, Wood
René Drouet Wrought Iron Armchair
By René Drouet
Located in CA, CA
A 1940’s forged metal armchair by René Drouet finished in patinated silver. Provenance: Collection Claude Montana Literature: Architectural Digest, septembre 1989. Claude Montana...
Metal
$3,084 / set
Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of four upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, in solid mahogany. Polished. The seat can be restored on request.
Mahogany
Siena Medium Chair in Koya Driftwood fabric and Natural wood Structure
Located in Lisbon, PT
Structure: 056-0 solid wood feet Seat and Back: koya driftwood fabric 056-2 solid wood back structure Seat height: 47 cm Made to Order. More fabric and lacquers colors available.
Fabric, Wood, Beech