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Art Deco Relief Etched and 24-Karat Gilt Relief Bowl
Art Deco Relief Etched and 24-Karat Gilt Relief Bowl

Art Deco Relief Etched and 24-Karat Gilt Relief Bowl

Located in New York, NY

This pale cognac glass bowl features a stylized etched Art Deco cubist geometric design with

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Authentic Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles, Belga, circa 1920s
Authentic Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles, Belga, circa 1920s

Authentic Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles, Belga, circa 1920s

By OTHR

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful wall tiles with an image of flowers in a large vase, trimmed with a beautiful edge. Manufactured around 1920, Belga, Belgium. We have a total of 9 tiles. The dimensions per...

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Early 20th Century Belgian Adam Style Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Mixed Art Deco Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
Mixed Art Deco Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920

Mixed Art Deco Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920

By Gilliot

Located in Rijssen, NL

Mixed handmade tiles in rich brown, green and yellow glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed o...

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Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Ceramic

"Harpoonist", 1930s Folk Art - Art Deco Relief Sculpture in Gray Marble
"Harpoonist", 1930s Folk Art - Art Deco Relief Sculpture in Gray Marble

"Harpoonist", 1930s Folk Art - Art Deco Relief Sculpture in Gray Marble

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A remarkable example of folk art sculpture influenced by the stylization of 1930s Art Deco, this

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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Rare Art Deco Relief Panel "Nude with Torch" by Sculptor Joseph Anthony Atchison
Rare Art Deco Relief Panel "Nude with Torch" by Sculptor Joseph Anthony Atchison

Rare Art Deco Relief Panel "Nude with Torch" by Sculptor Joseph Anthony Atchison

By Rockwell Kent

Located in St. Louis, MO

Art Deco nude metal relief wall sculptures include Maurice Picaud, known for his Parisian-style works

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

1 of the 25 Authentic Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles, Belga, circa 1930s
1 of the 25 Authentic Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles, Belga, circa 1930s

1 of the 25 Authentic Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles, Belga, circa 1930s

By OTHR

Located in Rijssen, NL

This is an amazing set of antique Art Deco handmade tiles. A beautiful relief and color. These

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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Ceramic

Panel of 9 Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles by S.A. Des Pavillions, 1930s
Panel of 9 Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles by S.A. Des Pavillions, 1930s

Panel of 9 Glazed Art Deco Relief Tiles by S.A. Des Pavillions, 1930s

By OTHR

Located in Rijssen, NL

Recently lifted from its original home, a unique and antique set of Art Deco handmade tiles by S.A

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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Ceramic

Michaela Frey for Kaiser Tall White Art Deco Bisque Porcelain Vase, 1960s
Michaela Frey for Kaiser Tall White Art Deco Bisque Porcelain Vase, 1960s

Michaela Frey for Kaiser Tall White Art Deco Bisque Porcelain Vase, 1960s

By AK Kaiser, Michaela Frey

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Tall Modern Op Art vase of high quality matte bisque porcelain. Stunning organic art deco relief

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Champagne Cooler Relief Pattern Sweden, 1930s
Art Deco Champagne Cooler Relief Pattern Sweden, 1930s

Art Deco Champagne Cooler Relief Pattern Sweden, 1930s

By Continental Art Deco

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This champagne cooler is made in nickel silver and has a genuinely nice relief pattern and is

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Champagne Cooler Copper and Brass Relief Pattern Sweden, 1930s
Art Deco Champagne Cooler Copper and Brass Relief Pattern Sweden, 1930s

Art Deco Champagne Cooler Copper and Brass Relief Pattern Sweden, 1930s

By Continental Art Deco

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This champagne cooler is made in copper and brass. The piece has a genuinely nice relief pattern

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal

Antique French Bronze bouillote lamp with Tole shade
Antique French Bronze bouillote lamp with Tole shade

Antique French Bronze bouillote lamp with Tole shade

Located in Farmingdale, NJ

Absolutely fantastic round bronze base with a very art deco relief, in the round of the base

Category

Vintage 1930s Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Folies Bergère Art Deco Style Golden Relief in Resin After Maurice Picaud
Folies Bergère Art Deco Style Golden Relief in Resin After Maurice Picaud

Folies Bergère Art Deco Style Golden Relief in Resin After Maurice Picaud

By Maurice Picaud

Located in Ulm, DE

essence of the Art Deco style that adorns the Parisian theater. This artistic relief depicts the famous

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Resin

Folies Bergère Art Deco Style Silver Relief in Resin after Maurice Picaud
Folies Bergère Art Deco Style Silver Relief in Resin after Maurice Picaud

Folies Bergère Art Deco Style Silver Relief in Resin after Maurice Picaud

By Maurice Picaud

Located in Ulm, DE

essence of the Art Deco style that adorns the Parisian theater. This artistic relief depicts the famous

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Resin

Framed Art Deco Resin Relief La Danse After Maurice Picaud and Folies Bergère
Framed Art Deco Resin Relief La Danse After Maurice Picaud and Folies Bergère

Framed Art Deco Resin Relief La Danse After Maurice Picaud and Folies Bergère

By Maurice Picaud

Located in Ulm, DE

essence of the Art Deco style that adorns the Parisian theater. This artistic relief depicts the famous

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Resin

Relief #1

Relief #1

Located in New Orleans, LA

imprint is seen among Art Deco figurative sculptures, monuments, fountains, and architectural details in

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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Mahogany

Relief #2

Relief #2

Located in New Orleans, LA

imprint is seen among Art Deco figurative sculptures, monuments, fountains, and architectural details in

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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Folies Bergère Relief La Danse after Maurice Picaud in Shadow Gap Frame
Art Deco Folies Bergère Relief La Danse after Maurice Picaud in Shadow Gap Frame

Art Deco Folies Bergère Relief La Danse after Maurice Picaud in Shadow Gap Frame

By Maurice Picaud

Located in Ulm, DE

essence of the Art Deco style that adorns the Parisian theater. This artistic relief depicts the famous

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Resin

Art Deco Folies Bergère Relief La Danse After Maurice Picaud in Shadow Gap Frame
Art Deco Folies Bergère Relief La Danse After Maurice Picaud in Shadow Gap Frame

Art Deco Folies Bergère Relief La Danse After Maurice Picaud in Shadow Gap Frame

By Maurice Picaud

Located in Ulm, DE

essence of the Art Deco style that adorns the Parisian theater. This artistic relief depicts the famous

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Resin

Art Deco Jadeite Melons Relief Pendant With Diamonds
Art Deco Jadeite Melons Relief Pendant With Diamonds

Art Deco Jadeite Melons Relief Pendant With Diamonds

By Artistian Made

Located in San Diego, CA

flourish and continue unbroken. The top of the pendant is adorned with an Art Deco white gold and diamond

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Pewter Matchbox Holder with Archer Relief, 1940s
Art Deco Pewter Matchbox Holder with Archer Relief, 1940s

Art Deco Pewter Matchbox Holder with Archer Relief, 1940s

Located in Göteborg, SE

with character and period charm. Authentic Art Deco design, dated 1940. Raised archer relief adds

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Chuck Dodson Wall-Mounted Bas-Relief Art Deco Plaque
Chuck Dodson Wall-Mounted Bas-Relief Art Deco Plaque

Chuck Dodson Wall-Mounted Bas-Relief Art Deco Plaque

By Chuck Dodson

Located in North Miami, FL

A wonderful depiction of a worker hanging from a crane at task. Art Deco buildings incorporated

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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Concrete, Iron

Period Art Deco Side Table with Carved Nude Relief
Period Art Deco Side Table with Carved Nude Relief

Period Art Deco Side Table with Carved Nude Relief

Located in Norwood, NJ

in low relief, rendered in the stylized figural tradition emblematic of the Art Deco era. Framed by

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wood

"Lonely Wanderers Gather Silently", Symbolist-Art Deco Sculptural Relief
"Lonely Wanderers Gather Silently", Symbolist-Art Deco Sculptural Relief

"Lonely Wanderers Gather Silently", Symbolist-Art Deco Sculptural Relief

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Quite extraordinary in concept and execution, this carved wood relief panel by one of Argentina's

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Vintage 1910s Argentine Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Gilt Bronze Jury Medal, Paris International Exposition 1937, Original Case
Gilt Bronze Jury Medal, Paris International Exposition 1937, Original Case

Gilt Bronze Jury Medal, Paris International Exposition 1937, Original Case

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

, held in Paris in 1937. This impressive award medal features elegant Art Deco relief work and comes in

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Vintage 1930s French Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Ormolu

Monumental French Art Deco Luminaire Urn with Bas Relief
Monumental French Art Deco Luminaire Urn with Bas Relief

Monumental French Art Deco Luminaire Urn with Bas Relief

Located in Hanover, MA

Monumental scale French Art Deco urn with bas relief on one side made of a plaster composite c

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Urns

Materials

Composition, Brass, Nickel

Vianne Glass Art Deco Floral Relief Table Lamps
Vianne Glass Art Deco Floral Relief Table Lamps

Vianne Glass Art Deco Floral Relief Table Lamps

Located in Lake Worth, FL

VIANNE Frosted Peach Glass and Brass 3 Dimensional Floral Relief Table Lamps Measurements 31" Tall from

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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

"Agriculture, " Bronze, Allegorical Art Deco Sculptural Relief Celebrating Labor
"Agriculture, " Bronze, Allegorical Art Deco Sculptural Relief Celebrating Labor

"Agriculture, " Bronze, Allegorical Art Deco Sculptural Relief Celebrating Labor

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Classic example of WPA-era sculpture celebrating the worker, this beautiful bronze bas relief

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Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ancient Plaster Bas-Relief "Mason", circa 1930
Ancient Plaster Bas-Relief "Mason", circa 1930

Ancient Plaster Bas-Relief "Mason", circa 1930

By Jean Burkhalter and Joël Martel

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Ancient plaster Bas-relief: "Mason", Art Deco period, circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Earrings Silver Art Deco Timeless Design with Relief Italy, 1970s
Vintage Earrings Silver Art Deco Timeless Design with Relief Italy, 1970s

Vintage Earrings Silver Art Deco Timeless Design with Relief Italy, 1970s

Located in Montecalvoli, IT

Vintage earrings silver art deco timeless design with relief Italy, 1970s These vintage silver

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20th Century Italian Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

1920's French Art Deco Frosted High Relief Table Vase
1920's French Art Deco Frosted High Relief Table Vase

1920's French Art Deco Frosted High Relief Table Vase

Located in Opa Locka, FL

c1920's French Art Deco Frosted High Relief Table Vase. A beautiful vase from French Art Deco

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Art Deco Bronze Box with Flowers in Relief, Denmark, 1930s
Art Deco Bronze Box with Flowers in Relief, Denmark, 1930s

Art Deco Bronze Box with Flowers in Relief, Denmark, 1930s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

- Small yet heavy Art Deco bronze box with flowers in relief. - Clean and strict design. With a

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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Mixed Relief Art Deco Tiles by Gilliot Hemiksem, circa 1920
Mixed Relief Art Deco Tiles by Gilliot Hemiksem, circa 1920

Mixed Relief Art Deco Tiles by Gilliot Hemiksem, circa 1920

By Gilliot

Located in Rijssen, NL

Mixed handmade tiles in rich brown, green and yellow glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed o...

Category

Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Amber Glass Centerpiece Bowl with Relief Peacock Motif
Art Deco Amber Glass Centerpiece Bowl with Relief Peacock Motif

Art Deco Amber Glass Centerpiece Bowl with Relief Peacock Motif

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This striking Art Deco centerpiece bowl in vibrant amber glass is a captivating example of early

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Large Marble Figurative Relief Panel by Pegram
Large Marble Figurative Relief Panel by Pegram

Large Marble Figurative Relief Panel by Pegram

By Henry Pegram

Located in London, GB

Large marble figurative relief panel by Pegram English, Early 20th Century Plaque: Height 102cm

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Marble, Iron

"High-Stepping Horse, " Unique Art Deco Midcentury Ceramic Relief Sculpture
"High-Stepping Horse, " Unique Art Deco Midcentury Ceramic Relief Sculpture

"High-Stepping Horse, " Unique Art Deco Midcentury Ceramic Relief Sculpture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Demonstrating a modern take on Etruscan and other ancient sculpture, this 1941-vintage relief

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Gaston Dumont,  Faune , Gold patinated Plaster Bas-Relief, 1939
Gaston Dumont,  Faune , Gold patinated Plaster Bas-Relief, 1939

Gaston Dumont, Faune , Gold patinated Plaster Bas-Relief, 1939

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Gaston Dumont, Faune with Pan Flute , Gold patinated Plaster Bas-Relief, 1939.

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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Plaster

Zaccagnini Pair of Art Deco Majolica Relief Wall Plates Portraits
Zaccagnini Pair of Art Deco Majolica Relief Wall Plates Portraits

Zaccagnini Pair of Art Deco Majolica Relief Wall Plates Portraits

By Ugo Zaccagnini, Ceramiche Zaccacnini

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Eclectic, Mid Century Modern, Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Transitional, Modern Country

Category

20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic, Pottery

French Art Deco Patinated Oak Sideboard with Relief Carved Doors, 1940s
French Art Deco Patinated Oak Sideboard with Relief Carved Doors, 1940s

French Art Deco Patinated Oak Sideboard with Relief Carved Doors, 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Almelo, NL

French Art Deco Patinated Oak Sideboard with Relief Carved Doors, 1940s Elegant French Art Deco

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Moser & Söhne Carlsbad Glass Vase with Relief-Cut Panel
Art Deco Moser & Söhne Carlsbad Glass Vase with Relief-Cut Panel

Art Deco Moser & Söhne Carlsbad Glass Vase with Relief-Cut Panel

By Moser

Located in Verviers, BE

An Art Deco period etched amber glass vase by Leo Moser. The flaring rim above a relief-cut panel

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Brass

"Running Eve", Fabulous Art Deco-Influenced Folk Art Relief Sculpture, Marble
"Running Eve", Fabulous Art Deco-Influenced Folk Art Relief Sculpture, Marble

"Running Eve", Fabulous Art Deco-Influenced Folk Art Relief Sculpture, Marble

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fabulous example of Art Deco-influenced Folk Art, this panel features a running Eve figure, her

Category

Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Small Art Deco Bas-Relief in Plaster, Signed,  G. WATKIN  1942
Small Art Deco Bas-Relief in Plaster, Signed,  G. WATKIN  1942

Small Art Deco Bas-Relief in Plaster, Signed, G. WATKIN 1942

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

small Art Deco bas-relief in plaster, signed and dated 1942. Probably a Study for a larger bas

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Pair Of Large Vintage Planters, Chinese, Relief Ceramic, Jardiniere, Art Deco
Pair Of Large Vintage Planters, Chinese, Relief Ceramic, Jardiniere, Art Deco

Pair Of Large Vintage Planters, Chinese, Relief Ceramic, Jardiniere, Art Deco

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Delightfully substantial statement planters for the hall or

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Art Deco Wall Sculpture or relief by Yugoslav Sculptor Ivan Mestrovic
Ceramic Art Deco Wall Sculpture or relief by Yugoslav Sculptor Ivan Mestrovic

Ceramic Art Deco Wall Sculpture or relief by Yugoslav Sculptor Ivan Mestrovic

By Ivan Mestrovic

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a spectacular Art Deco wall sculpture designed by Yugoslav sculptor

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Vintage 1960s Slovenian Art Deco Mounted Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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Art Deco Relief For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco relief you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and ceramic, every art deco relief was constructed with great care. Find 490 options for an antique or vintage art deco relief now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an art deco relief — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco relief made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one art deco relief that is appealing in its simplicity, but René Lalique, Gilliot and OTHR produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Art Deco Relief?

Prices for an art deco relief start at $1 and top out at $500,000 with the average selling for $2,713.

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 Art Deco Relief
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A relief, in art, is a sculptural form where sculpted patterns or images remain attached to a solid background. Reliefs give the illusion that the image was raised out of the background plane.
  • 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.