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Modern Gerard for Dessin Fournir Dining Arm Chair
By Dessin Fournir
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Priced each. Modern Gerard for Dessin Fournir Dining Arm Chair. It features art deco style front
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Early 2000s Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

KJ Brass Dessin Fournir Chelsea Ceiling Lighting Fixture
Located in St Helens, GB
As new. A very stylish Dessin Fournir ceiling light. Complete with original tag. No longer
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Brass

Le Bonheur du Jour - Group of six Art Deco lithographs.
By George Barbier
Located in London, GB
BARBIER, George Le Bonheur du Jour ou les Graces à la Mode, texte et dessins par George Barbier
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1820s Art Deco Mixed Media

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Paper

Dessins d'Ornement de l'Art Deco '2 volume set'
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
the Deco era. Volume 1 has designs by A. H. Thomas, E. Benedictus, G. Darcy and M. l. Verneuil. Volume
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20th Century Books

Materials

Paper

Dessins d'Ornement de l'Art Deco '2 volume set'
Dessins d'Ornement de l'Art Deco '2 volume set'
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H 14.5 in W 11 in D 1.75 in
Antique Art Deco Georg Jensen Parallel Sterling Silver Table Bell No. 247
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
under crown mark (used 1925-1932) / Dessin GP / STERLING DENMARK / 247 / with the GI 925S in oval Georg
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Ebonized & Mirrored Two Tier End Tables by Dessin Fournir
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Co. The pair have an ebonized finish & Art Deco styling.
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20th Century American Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Paul Follot Classic French Art Deco Dining Table
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco dining table in sculpted Brazilian rosewood by Paul Follot, 1923. Size: 64
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Georg Jensen Art Deco Sterling Silver Candy Bowl 580A
By Harald Nielsen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A hammered sterling silver Georg Jensen Art Deco candy bowl, design #580A by Harald Nielsen in 1929
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20th Century Art Deco Serving Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare and Early Just Andersen Table Lamp, Dessin D8, Disco Metal, Denmark 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
. Early design, Dessin D8, stamped underneath. The lamp is in good original vintage condition with patina
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Just Andersen Lamps, Scandinavian Art Deco, Denmark 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JUST ANDERSEN An early and beautiful pair of Art Deco table lamps in dark patinated disko metal
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Two-Light Pewter Candelabra
By Just Andersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
maker's mark / 1929 / 307. Simply a great pair of Danish Art Deco candlesticks! Date: 1920s - 1930s
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Pewter

Maison Desny Style Art Deco Box Macassar Wood and Chrome, France 1930s
By La Maison Desny
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful French Art Deco decorative box is reminiscent of Desny's work. It features Macassar
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1940s Danish Art Deco Bottle Stopper by Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen
By Harald Nielsen, Georg Jensen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Georg Jensen 925 sterling bottle stopper. Marked Denmark Sterling Dessin HN 206.
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Vintage Framed Sketch Two Cows Book Peinture et Dessins de Paul Jouve, 1930
By Paul Jouve
Located in Miami, FL
evolve towards the stylization that fits perfectly in the Art Deco aesthetic.  
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drawings

Materials

Paper

Vintage Framed Sketch Grazing Ram Book Peinture et Dessins de Paul Jouve, 1930
By Paul Jouve
Located in Miami, FL
, naturalist at first, will evolve towards the stylization that fits perfectly in the Art Deco aesthetic.  
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drawings

Materials

Paper

Bague Ovale Marquise En or 18 Carats En Diamants Et Émeraudes, Style Art Deco
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
typique de l’époque Art Déco. Sa monture est d’une extrême finesse et d’une grande élégance. Le charme de
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Morceaux Choisis
By Jean Cocteau
Located in CANNES, FR
Jean Cocteau ( 1889-1963 ) " Morceaux Choisis " est un dessin à l'encre brune et légère estompe au
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1930s Art Deco Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

Pair of Art Deco Wall Appliques by Albert Constant Jouanneault, circa 1930
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine pair Of Art Deco wall appliques by Albert Constant Jouanneault. French, circa 1930
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Vintage Framed Sketch Snake from the Book Peinture et Dessins de Paul Jouve 1930
By Paul Jouve
Located in Miami, FL
, will evolve towards the stylization that fits perfectly in the Art Deco aesthetic.  
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper, Glass

" Le Fumeur de pipe "
Located in CANNES, FR
au musée d'art moderne de Paris . peintre , designer , sculpteur ... multi disciplinaire ! " le
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Early 2000s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Felt, Felt Pen, Graphite

Early 1930s Art Deco Two-Seater Sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing and early Art Deco two-seat sofa attributed to Danish architect Flemming Lassen and
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Pair of Georg Jensen Art Deco 537 C Sterling Silver Candelabra by Harald Nielsen
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with Georg Jensen's maker's mark / Dessin / HN / Denmark / Sterling / 537 C. Measurements: Height: ca
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20th Century Danish Modern Candleholders and Candelabra

Materials

Sterling Silver

Paul Follot Center Table with Original Marble Top
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco center table by Paul Follot, circa 1925, in Cuban mahogany with original
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Center Tables

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Marble

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Box 883
By Harald Nielsen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Styles: Art Deco Hallmarks: 1945-1977 Georg Jensen hallmark, “Sterling Denmark 833 Dessin HN”. Dimensions
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20th Century Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Box 883
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Box 883
H 0.4 in W 6.89 in D 3.35 in
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Box 507c
By Gundorph Albertus
Located in Hellerup, DK
Gundorph Albertus from circa 1927. A very heavy Art Deco style box hand crafted at the Georg Jensen
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20th Century Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Box 507c
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Box 507c
H 1.46 in W 5.71 in D 3.78 in
Elegant set of classical 1930's cutlery for 12, Made of wood and iron.
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Forest, BE
Garantie Sollingen. ________________________________________________________ L'Art déco est un mouvement
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Steel

Paul Follot mahogany and ebony low table
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco two-tiered low table by Paul Follot in mahogany and ebony, circa 1925. 21.5” square
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

Paul Follot mahogany and ebony low table
Paul Follot mahogany and ebony low table
H 19 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in
Paul Follot Modernist Side Table
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Modernist Art Deco three-tiered side/end/drinks table by Paul Follot, circa 1926, in
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

Paul Follot Modernist Side Table
Paul Follot Modernist Side Table
H 22 in W 20 in D 20 in
Pair of Danish Modern Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers # 627
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
/Sterling / Dessin OB / 627 (and 627A) Measurements: Heights: ca. 39 and 42 mm Diameter: ca. 26 mm Items
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Danish Modern Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers # 627
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
: Georg Jensen Marks: Factory marks for Georg Jensen / Denmark /Sterling / Dessin OB / 627 A
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Paul Follot Pair of Club Chairs
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic Art Deco club chairs in stained cherry. French, circa 1925. 29" wide x 30" deep x 37" high
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Paul Follot Pair of Club Chairs
Paul Follot Pair of Club Chairs
H 37 in W 29 in D 30 in
Paul Follot Four Sculpted Rosewood Armchairs
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco set of four sculpted rosewood armchairs by Paul Follot. This model is
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

6 Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver & Enamel Salt Cellar & Pepper Sets No 629a
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with Dessin / Denmark / Georg Jensen's maker's mark / Sterling / 629A. Marked to the reverse of each
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Georg Jensen Covered Bowl in Sterling Silver, Hammered Bowl and Lid
Located in Copenhagen, DK
-1944. Dessin no. 55C. Measures: Height 10 cm., diameter 16 cm., length incl. handle 29 cm. Weight
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Mocha or Coffee Set by Georg Jensen in the 'Cosmos' Pattern
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brisbane, QLD
addition to a Jensen collection. Marked - 'DESSIN' 'DENMARK' 'STERLING' '45' along with 2 Georg Jensen
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Coffee and Tea Sets

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Silver, Sterling Silver

"Rose et Noir" Commentary on Social Drinking Triple Triptych by Paul Iribe
By Paul Iribe
Located in San Diego, CA
Nast purchased the Gazette and it merged with Vogue. In 1919 Iribe moved to New York, and his art deco
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Prints

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Paper, Silk, Wood

Paul Follot Sculpted Floor Lamp
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French, Art Deco floor lamp in sculpted mahogany with original gilding, by Paul Follot
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Paul Follot Display Cabinet/Vitrine
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early Classic Art Deco display cabinet/vitrine by Paul Follot, circa 1918, in original blue/black
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer, Giltwood

Johan Rohde for Georg Jensen, "Kosmos" Coffee Set in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Johan Rohde for Georg Jensen. "Kosmos" coffee set in sterling silver with ebony handles. Dessin
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bowl 731
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
. This bowl shows Rohde’s transition into Art Deco, a design period both he and Georg Jensen experienced
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20th Century Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Paul Follot Sculpted Gilt and Red Lacquer Floor Lamp
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco floor lamp by Paul Follot, circa 1923, in sculpted red lacquered and gilt
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer

Cartier Styles et Stylos Hardcover French Edition, Cartier Creative Writing
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
clients illustres et conservés dessins et photos, il a trouvé de quoi retracer toute l'histoire des objets
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Books

Materials

Paper

Paul Follot Four Sculpted Rosewood Side Chairs
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco set of four sculpted rosewood dining chairs by Paul Follot. Model
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Paul Follot Wall Mirror
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco Mirror by Paul Follot, circa 1920, in silver plated, copper-clad plaster
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Paul Follot Wall Mirror
Paul Follot Wall Mirror
H 25 in W 21 in D 2 in
Fabric Pende Woka Chandelier
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Handsewn fabric shade, dessin by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, hanging on a fabric-covered wire
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2010s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Fabric Pende Woka Chandelier
Fabric Pende Woka Chandelier
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H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Centerpiece Bowl 752B by Harald Nielsen
By Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark sterling silver Art Deco rolled handle centerpiece bowl by Harald Nielsen 752B
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Mid-20th Century Danish Silver Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Johan Rohde Denmark Acorn 662B Sterling Drink Measurer Jigger
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
designer Johan Ronde. The Acorn pattern, which combines Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, has become a
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20th Century Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

18 Carat Gold Pendant Set with 3 Pear, Shaped Sapphires and 14 Diamonds
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
d’élégance. Cette monture met en valeur le dessin de chaque élément. Le charme de ce pendentif est du à sa
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Bague De Fiançailles En Platine, Importante “Fleur” Pavée De Diamants
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
offrir à nos clients une entière satisfaction que ce soit une jolie bague Art Déco, un collier Napoléon
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21st Century and Contemporary French Romantic Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bracelet en or 18 Carats et Argent Serti de Diamants et de 6 Émeraudes, Xixème
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
que ce soit une jolie bague Art Déco, un collier Napoléon III, un bracelet contemporain ou une
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Rug Art Deco Period by Ivan da Silva Bruhns, 20th Century
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Carpets of Art Deco period, made in continental Europe, whose design is directly inspired by the
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period by Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
, 1933, is a French decorator. He will be nicknamed "the Riesener of Art Deco". The critic
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vue de l'oued
Located in EUS, FR
Cadre Art Déco Dimensions avec cadre 50x62.5 cm Provenance : Collection particulière, France
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Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel

Vue de l'oued
Vue de l'oued
H 14.38 in W 17.52 in
L'odalisque
Located in EUS, FR
Cadre en bois style Art Déco Dimensions avec cadre 47x40 cm Provenance : Collection particulière
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Mid-20th Century Nude Paintings

Materials

Cardboard

L'odalisque
L'odalisque
H 11.82 in W 9.06 in
Rare Collage by Henri Nouveau, 1929
By Henri Nouveau
Located in Paris, FR
collection, Paris. Exhibition: “Henri Nouveau” (Peintures, collages et dessins), Musée Picasso, Antibes
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Drawings

Materials

Paper

Rare Collage by Henri Nouveau, 1929
Rare Collage by Henri Nouveau, 1929
H 10.63 in W 8.47 in D 0.04 in
Rug, 20th Century, Carpet Signed by Jean-Georges Beaumont
By Jean-Georges Beaumont
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and rare carpet signed by Jean-Georges Beaumont (1895-1978), Art Deco period, circa
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Georg Jensen Covered Sugar Bowl, Johan Rohde Design, Early 20th Century
By Georg Jensen
Located in Quechee, VT
, a transition in style from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, designed by one of Jensen's earliest supporters
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Femme qui crie, Contemporary, Late 20th Century
By Raymond Debieve
Located in Lempzours, Dordogne
artistic trends (art deco, cubism, abstraction), fascinated by Picasso's protean work, but also nourished
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Printer's Ink

Modern Art Deco Gerard for Dessin Fournir Porto’s Dining Table
By Dessin Fournir
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Modern Art Deco Gerard for Dessin Fournir Porto’s dining table. It measures 96" long without the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Erika Brunson French Art Deco Style Fauteuil Barrel Chair, 1990s
By Dessin Fournir
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
French Art Deco style Erika Brunson for Dessin Fournir Fauteuil Barrel chair. Features trompe
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20th Century Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Wood

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Dessins Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the dessins art deco you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and paper, every dessins art deco was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a dessins art deco, we have 62 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a dessins art deco — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right dessins art deco, those designed in Art Deco, mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one dessins art deco that is appealing in its simplicity, but Paul Follot, Just Andersen and Dessin Fournir produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Dessins Art Deco?

Prices for a dessins art deco start at $145 and top out at $58,000 with the average selling for $3,778.

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 Dessins Art Deco
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The work of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec falls into the Art Nouveau style, which was prevalent approximately during the period of 1890-1910. Following the Art Nouveau period was the Art Deco era, which is usually defined as the era between 1920 and 1930. Toulouse-Lautrec died in 1901 putting his art in the era of Art Nouveau, but certain aspects of it definitely hint at the coming Art Deco style considering the definite overlap of the two movements. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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.