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.
Italian Art Deco Three Drawer Walnut Console with Crotch Veneer
Located in Troy, MI
A sophisticated console showcasing exceptional crotch walnut veneered panels and dramatic sunburst marquetry top. Three reeded-front drawers offer concealed storage above an open dis...
Walnut, Burl
Valzania Italian Art Deco Console Table in Parchment
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Valzania, console table, parchment, Italy, 1940s Rare console table designed and created by Valzania in the 1940s. This sculptural piece is fully covered in light parchment, beautif...
Wood, Parchment Paper
Art Deco console – France 1930
Located in Girona, Girona
Art Deco console with cradle base in solid wood and walnut veneer, french polish. Nickel-plated metal plate on the base of the leg. France, circa 1930.
Metal
Shagreen Console Table 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
An ART-DECO NEOCLASSICAL Wrought Iron & Marble WALL CONSOLE TABLE, France 1930
By Edgar Brandt, Gilbert Poillerat, Raymond Subes
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant wall console, Art Deco, Modernist, Neo-Classical, superband sensual wrought iron structure with golden patina on twirling ends, with a superb circular dark and deep green ...
Marble, Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Style Amboyna and Palmwood Console, Sofa Table
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid twentieth century French Art Deco style console table is constructed of amboyna with palmwood trim. The narrow 16 inch deep top has a central field of amboyna and a stair st...
Palmwood, Amboyna
"Voltaire" Figured Oak Console / Entry Table by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Voltaire Console Table blends wire-brushed oak with a geometric silhouette inspired by the quiet glamour of French Art Deco. Two full-width drawers integrate seamlessly into the ...
Oak
Italian Art Deco Console / Small Desk, 1930s
Located in Brescia, Brescia
Elegant Italian Art Deco console or small writing desk from the 1930s, finely crafted and fully finished on both sides, allowing it to be placed freely in the center of a room. The p...
Metal
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 Console with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
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
Shagreen Triptych Console with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents 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 triptych console...
Brass
Shagreen Console 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
Elegant French Art Deco console in wood from the 1930s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1930s / console / wood / Art Deco French Art Deco console in smooth dark wood with beautiful geometric lined legs. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this stunnin...
Wood
Danish Modern, Sculptural Oak Side / Console Table, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful vintage Danish table in stained beech from the 1950s. With a height comparable to a dining table, this versatile piece can function as a dining table, console table, or d...
Beech
Wonderful Art Deco Console Table in Patinated Iron and Tiles 1940s
By Jean-Michel Frank, Diego Giacometti
Located in Meer, VAN
Wonderful Art Deco Console Table in Patinated Iron and Tiles 1940s. A stunning and rare art deco console or hall table in patinated iron and tiles. Probably French or Belgian, 1930s...
Iron
$15,235 / item
Shagreen Inlaid Sylvie Console 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 ...
Shagreen Stingray
Wall Mounted Console Hammered Metal with Travertine Top, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Wall mounted console hammered metal with travertine top, in stock Hammered and hand-forged metal structure with hoof feet Black fired patina frame Console easily mounts to the wall w...
Travertine, Metal
Shagreen Console 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
French Art Deco Style 1980s Black Lacquer Gilt Accents U-Shape Console Table
By Interior Crafts, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in St. Louis, MO
Chic 1980s classic French Art Deco style console table, after Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. Elegant demilune top, slender U-shape sculpted supports lacquered in piano black with brass and ...
Brass, Metal
Shagreen Console with Sculptural Bronze-Patina Brass Legs by Kifu, Paris
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 Chital console...
Brass
Acacia Console Table in Black Pen Shell 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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Acacia console table...
Brass
Small French Mahogany Console, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A French mahogany console from the 1940s. The narrow rectangular top is framed by a subtle raised gallery edge, creating a tailored outline that lends structure to the silhouette. S...
Mahogany
Shagreen Console Table 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
Art Deco Walnut Console, Side Table, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this English, 1930s Art Deco console table in beautiful walnut veneers. Ideal size for modern use, either to use as focal point for a room with either flowe...
Walnut
Art Deco Burl Wood Console Table, France, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A French modernist Art Deco console table from the 1930s, executed in figured wood veneer with a high-gloss finish that highlights the natural grain. The design is built around a cen...
Burl
Italian Art Deco Console Tables Attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant and rare Italian designed console tables handcrafted finely carved in exotic woods and black glass top. Beautifully executed by the artisan creating an understated piece att...
Wood
Art Deco High End Walnut Console-Side Table, French, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this English, 1930s Art Deco console table in beautiful walnut veneers. A rare opportunity to acquire such high styled and totally original Art Deco table. ...
Aluminum
Directoire Style Italian Wrought Iron & Scagliola Marble Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Directoire Style Italian Wrought Iron & Scagliola Marble Table
Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron Console Attributed To Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Charmes, FR
wrought iron console, art deco period, red marble top in very good condition, very thick and heavy iron with marine background reminiscent of the work of Edgar Brandt
Wrought Iron
Shagreen Console with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
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
French Art Deco Demilune Console Table circa 1930s Wall Mounted Refinished
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant French Art Deco Demilune Console Table, France, circa 1930s. This table is currently being refinished and will look amazing when completed. It is wall mounted. It is a versat...
Chrome
Shagreen Writing Desk with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The kiss writing desk by Kifu Paris is an elegant and organic piece in it's unique design. The cream shagreen inlaid piece curves inwards to create the "kiss" effect. The borders are...
Brass
$4,639Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Art Deco Parchment, Brass, Black Console, In the style of Borsani, 40s
Located in Meda, MB
Elegant Italian Art Deco console table from the late 1940s, attributed to Osvaldo Borsani. The structure features a sculptural inverted “U” shape, defined by a refined contrast betwe...
Brass
Custom Modernist Black Lacquer Console with Greek Key Detailing
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modernist black lacquer console was realized by artisans in New York state. It offers an open square form with stylized Greek key...
Vitrolite, Lacquer
PAUL KISS French Art Deco Wrought-iron Console 1920
By Paul Kiss
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Wall Console by Paul Kiss, France, Circa 1920. An exceptional French Art Deco wall console by the renowned metalworker Paul Kiss, circa 1920. This elegant console mea...
Marble, Wrought Iron
Edgar Brandt Attributed Wrought Iron Verdi Marble Top and Base Console Table
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exceptional French Art Deco console table, attributed to Edgar Brandt, captures the masterful synthesis of metalwork and architectural form that defined the Art Deco era. Measur...
Marble, Wrought Iron
$5,520Sale Price / set|20% Off
Art Deco Modernist Pair of Console Tables by Kristian Krass, France 1935
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Art Deco Pair of Console Tables by Kristian Krass, France 1935. high quality fully restored. high gloss lacquer, hand polished. chrome details in perfect condition. documentatation s...
Chrome
French Art Deco Console Tables, Hammered Iron & Verde Marble, 1930s
Located in Miami, FL
French Art Deco Console Tables, Attributed to Raymond Subes, Hammered Iron & Verde Marble, France Circa 1930s Exceptional and rare pair of French Art Deco console tables attribu...
Marble, Steel
Black & White Stripe Bone Inlay Console Table by House of Jaipur
Located in New York, NY
Our Bone Inlay Console Table is a striking and modern addition to any entryway, hallway or living space. Designed in a timeless black-and-white pale...
Bone, Wood
1950s Art Deco Mid-Century Regency Italian Burl and Brass Low Consolle Sidetable
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco low consolle side table with decorated glass top, ideal as TV stand, in walnut with applied burl elm, three drawers and original antique brass handles. ...
Brass
$1,681 / item
Stunning Quality Console Table in the Art Deco Style
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning quality walnut console table in the Art Deco style with a curvilinear, clean design and a superb patina to the wood. The moulded curved top raised over frieze with two dra...
Metal
Long 'Esquisse' Wrought Iron and Cream Parchment Console by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long 'Esquisse' wrought iron and cream parchment console by Design Frères. Chic handmade natural parchment top paired with a slender blackened wrought...
Wrought Iron
Blue Fish scale Bone Inlay Console Table with Three Drawers by House of Jaipur
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully handcrafted statement piece, this Bone Inlay Console Table features a rich blue base paired with an elegant fishscale (scallop) inlay pattern. Each bone tile is individ...
Bone, Wood
$1,860 / set
Pair of Slim Art Deco Console Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
Console table brings refined elegance to compact spaces, blending solid walnut with the bold character of wrought iron. Its hammered iron top and leg caps create a striking contrast ...
Wrought Iron
French Art Deco Iron Marble Console
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco wrought iron console with marble top.
Marble, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron Console Beige Marble attributed to Michel Zadounaisky
Located in CA, CA
French Art Deco large console/ radiator cover in the manner of Michel Zadounaisky. The design is characteristic of the period's focus on geometric motifs and modernism. featuring lar...
Wrought Iron
French Art Deco Console Table by Raymond Subes
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco bronze, steel and wood console with black glass top by Raymond Subes, circa 1925.
Bronze, Steel
$1,150 / set
Art Deco Style Lacqured Wall Console and Mirror
Located in Pomona, CA
Art Deco-style lacquered wall console and mirror. The mirror has purple and gold gilding on the top. The console has the same colors and style. The console has a heavy composition co...
Lacquer
French Art Deco Console Table in Rosewood circa 1930s Refinished
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous French Art Deco Console Table, France, circa 1930s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a console table, sofa table, desk, or bar. It has been refinished and is read...
Wood, Rosewood
$10,890 / item
Shagreen Console with Polished Steel Legs by Kifu Paris
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. Inspired by the original Rhapsody lamp...
Stainless Steel
Art Deco Streamlined Two Tier Walnut Console Table with Neoclassical Detailing
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco two tier console table was realized in the United States circa 1935. It features a streamlined top; and a sculptural scalloped lower tier connected by three st...
Walnut
Shagreen Console 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
$7,423Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Art Deco Console in Birch Burl and Black Lacquer, Attr. to Borsani, 40s
Located in Meda, MB
Elegant Italian Art Deco console from the 1940s, featuring a refined structure in warm-toned birch burl. The top is enhanced by a black glass surface, while the front features three ...
Brass
$8,900
French Art Deco Console
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Classic French Art Deco wooden carved console in green patina. Polygonal top shape in predominately geometric motifs with fine carving details. The console features a beautiful mat...
Wood
Art Deco Armilar Console Table, Ebony, Gold Leaf, Handmade Portugal, Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Armilar Console Table, Handmade In Portugal by Greenapple The Armilar console table is a modern tribute to the Portuguese armillary sphere, a navigational instrument that g...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Gold Leaf, Brass, Stainless Steel
$3,580 / item
Art Deco Burl Walnut Console
Located in Westwood, NJ
The console blends bold geometry with timeless sophistication. Its slim profile is elevated by a stunning walnut burl veneer top in a natural finish, offering rich depth and organic ...
Brass
Art Deco-style dressing table/console table, French, 1950s
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This Art Deco-style dressing table is a French piece from the 1950s. It features a mahogany frame with clean lines, complemented by a chrome-plated metal crossbar. This piece can als...
Metal
Art Deco Industrial Hospital Doctors' Desk with Drawer, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Industrial Hospital Doctors' Desk with Drawer, 1940s, Germany Wear consistent with age and use. Measurements: Width: 120 cm Depth: 65 cm Height: 80 cm Please do not hesi...
Metal
Art Deco 3-layered Wood Wall Mounted Shelf, 1940s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco 3-layered Wood Wall Mounted Shelf, 1940s, Italy No damage, no crack. Wear consistent with age and use. Measurements: Height: 50 cm Top shelf: 93 cm x 16 cm Middle shelf: ...
Wood
Shagreen Sculptural Console with Bronze Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Listeners by Patrick Coard Paris is a capsule collection of furniture pieces that are an ode and reflection to one of the artists most personal sculptures. The artist was inspire...
Brass