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.
Monumental Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930
Located in Stockholm, SE
An exceptionally rare and monumental Argenta vase designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930. This striking example represents one of the largest and most impressiv...
Sterling Silver
French Art Deco Ceramic Fox by Gustave Gillot for Odyv, 1920
By Gustave Gillot, ODYV
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This exceptional French Art Deco ceramic fox sculpture from the 1920s, created by Gustave Gillot for Berlot-Mussier, is a striking example of early 20th-century French decorative art...
Ceramic
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Coaster Box by GAB, Playing Card Motif, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
The cylindrical form features a softly patinated pewter surface, decorated with a stylized burst of playing card suits—spade, heart, diamond, and club—radiating from a gilt roundel. ...
Brass, Pewter
Charles Schneider “Jade” Vase - Rare Multilayered Art Deco Glass, c. 1920s
Located in Bochum, NRW
A scarce and highly desirable Charles Schneider “Jade” vase, showcasing the master’s most sophisticated palette and technical virtuosity. Unlike the more accessible Le Verre Français...
Blown Glass
Swedish Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Napkin Holder, circa 1930
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking and sculptural Swedish Art Deco napkin holder, cast in solid bronze circa 1930. The piece features a stylized nude female dancer in a dynamic, arched pose, gracefully stre...
Bronze
Pedestal Diskometal Bowl designed by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Pedestal Diskometal Bowl designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Hexagonal pedestal diskometal bowl * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D166 * Year: 1926-1929 * Condition...
Bronze
1990s Barovier Style Art Deco Clear Murano Glass Rectangular Picture Frame
A clear Murano glass picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier, in lovely condition. The vintage photo frame is a beautiful and elegant piece of deco...
Brass
Set of Pewter Bowls by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Pewter Bowls with Lugs designed by Just Andersen in 1930. * Set (2) of small pewter bowls with lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 18...
Pewter
Swedish Art Deco Bronze Box with Cedar Interior, Sweden, circa 1930
By Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
An elegant Swedish Grace bronze box, dating to circa 1930, embodying the refined restraint and timeless sophistication of early 20th-century Scandinavian design. The box is beautifu...
Bronze
Conical Bronze Bowl designed by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Bronze Bowl on Foot designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Conical bronze bowl * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: B46 * Year: 1925-1930 * Condition: Very good vintage c...
Bronze
René LALIQUE Rare Art Deco "Poissons" (fishes) Vase 1921
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare Art Deco "Poissons" Vase by René Lalique, 1921 – Amber Glass with Green Patina A rare and exquisite Art Deco vase by René Lalique, made in Paris, France, circa 1921. This magni...
Glass
Swedish Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Einar Luterkort, Uppsala Ekeby, 1930s
By Einar Luterkort, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking Swedish Art Deco ceramic vase designed by Einar Luterkort for Uppsala Ekeby, circa 1930s. This sculptural piece features a beautifully rounded form with applied relief deco...
Ceramic
Round Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Round Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Round pewter vase with lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 1662 (stamped ‘Just 1662’) * Year: 1933 * Condition: G...
Pewter
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Amphora Vase by Svenskt Tenn, 1930s
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
A refined Swedish Art Deco pewter amphora vase, designed for Svenskt Tenn in the 1930s. This elegant piece features a classical silhouette with a tall, tapering body and distinctive ...
Pewter
1930s Art Deco Bakelite Skyscraper Alarm Clock and Lamp by Bayard, France
By Bayard
Located in Bochum, NRW
Art Deco Bakelite Skyscraper Alarm Table Clock and Lamp by Bayard France 1940s Dimensions: 21x11x30cm Gorgeous design this alarm clock was made by the French clock makers Bayard. Ver...
Brass
1990s Barovier Style Art Deco Murano Glass and Brass Horizontal Picture Frame
A clear Murano glass picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier, it's in lovely condition. The vintage photo frame is a beautiful and elegant piece of...
Brass
Pewter Inkwell by Just Andersen, GAB Sweden, 1930s
By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Værløse, DK
Minimalist Pewter Inkwell designed by Just Andersen in 1930. * Pewter inkwell with glass insert and tray * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 1119 * Manufacturer: GAB, Sweden (Gulds...
Pewter
Vintage Whiskey Decanter, English, Crystal Glass, Scotch Bottle, Barware, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage whiskey decanter. An English, cut crystal glass Scotch bottle, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. A handsome and tactile example, with bright finish and ...
Crystal
Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Bowl with Silver Fish Relief, Gustavsberg, Sweden 1930's
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking Art Deco ceramic bowl designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930s. This exceptional example from the celebrated Argenta series features a rich, mottled e...
Sterling Silver
1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Handmade Ceramic Vase
By Josef Ekberg, Kähler, Boch Freres Keramis, Jean-Leon Mayodon, Charles Catteau
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Art Deco ceramic vase with vertical hand-carved straight and organically swirling lines with hand-painted bright blue floral decor on cream colored base. Artist's signature ...
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Litte Art Deco Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Small pewter vase with incised vertical lines and lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 1758 * Year: 1935 * Con...
Pewter
Swedish Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Verdigris Patina, 1930's
By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
A refined Swedish Art Deco bronze vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, circa 1930s. The elegant tapered form rests on a stepped base and is adorned with a cast cherub relief to the fro...
Bronze
Swedish Art Deco Bakelite “Saturn” Candlestick, 1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Swedish Art Deco Bakelite “Saturn” Candlestick, 1930s A striking and sculptural Art Deco candlestick crafted in Sweden during the 1930s, executed in richly colored bakelite and conc...
Bakelite
Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Litte Art Deco Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the early 1940s. * Small pewter vase with incised vertical lines and lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 2286 * Year: 1941 ...
Pewter
French Art Deco Bakelite / Catalin Desk Writing Set in Box, France c.1930
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Elegant Art Deco desk writing accessory set from France, dating to the 1930s. The set consists of five coordinated pieces crafted from richly marbled Bakelite in warm amber, caramel,...
Metal
René Lalique (1860-1945), Glass Clock "Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles" 1920
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
René Lalique (1860-1945), Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles,1920 René Lalique Pendulette 8 jours « Cinq Hirondelles » enameled glass clock Also called pendulette « Vol d’Hirondel...
Glass
Vintage Cartier Paris Cased Palladium Plated Desk Alarm Clock 20th Century
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A cased Cartier square Art Deco style, travel desk clock with alarm. It has a quartz movement and a palladium plated metal rectangular case, circa 1990 in date. The silvered clock h...
Onyx, Quartz, Metal, Silver
Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Art Deco Bowl - Silver Inlay - Gustavsberg, Sweden 1930's
Located in Stockholm, SE
An exceptional Argenta stoneware bowl designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, dated 1935. The bowl is executed in a rich turquoise-green glaze and decorated with an elegan...
Sterling Silver
Amphora-Style Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Amphora-style Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Amphora-style of pewter vase with lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1801 * Year: 1926-1929 * Condi...
Pewter
Substantial Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Impressive Diskometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Eight-sided cone-shaped vase on foot in diskometal * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D1932 * Year: 1937 * Con...
Metal
Bulé yellow glass ashtray, Art Deco, 1930
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
It's a Bulé yellow glass ashtray with decorations inside. The color is somewhere between transparent and yellow-green. The green is very thick. It's a typical example of Art Deco gla...
Glass
1920 René Lalique Vase Gui Cased Opalescent Glass with Blue Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Gui" made in cased opalescent glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1920. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Very nice opalescence. height : 17 cm Félix Marcilhac, ...
Blown Glass
Antique Silver Butter Dish with Glass Insert Luxury Tableware Set Caviar Dish
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Silver Butter Dish with Glass Insert (15 cm), Luxury Tableware Set Caviar Dish A refined antique silver butter dish with lid, beauti...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver 12-Inch Trumpet Vase
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver trumpet vase. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1921. Cylindrical with flared mouth, stepped ball knop, and raised foot. Fully marked including maker’s s...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Cigarette case made from alpaca vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Cigarette case made from alpaca vienna around 1920s Original condition
Alpaca
Art Deco Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Art Deco Diskometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Drop-shaped diskometal vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1556 * Year: 1918-1929 * Condition: Good vintage ...
Metal
1930 Jean Luce - Art Deco Modernist Vase Glass With Silver Enamel
By Jean Luce
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Exceptional Art Deco Modernist vase by Jean Luce made in frosted glass with silver enamel. Stamped monogramed signature. Perfect condition ! Sublime decoration and enamel. Some very...
Art Glass
Art Deco Cobra Candlestick in Silvered Bronze, 1920s–1940s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Art Deco Cobra Candlestick in Silvered Bronze, 1920s–1940s A striking and highly sculptural Art Deco candlestick in the form of a cobra, crafted in silvered bronze during the 1920s–...
Silver Plate, Bronze
Art Deco Wood Marquetry Geometric Skyscraper Box, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco geometric lidded box was expertly crafted in France, circa 1930. The rectangular shape features a skyscraper raised design with wood marquetry finishing using ...
Wood, Sycamore, Walnut
Beautiful Art Deco Bronze Vase by Unknown Danish Designer. Denmark, 1930s.
By Just Andersen, H.F. Bronce, Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco bronze globe vase with amazing patina. Made by an unknown designer in Denmark, 1920s or 1930s. Good original condition, some scratches and scuffs and wear to...
Bronze
Daum - Vase Rythmes Acid Etched Yellow Pate De Crystal
By Daum
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Important Vase "Rythmes" made in yellow acid etched pate de crystal bu Daum - designed in 2015 Engraved "Daum France" signature on base. Perfect condition - really great color. Hei...
Blown Glass
Just Andersen Art Deco Disco Metal Nude Female Sculpture, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A refined and elegant Art Deco disco metal sculpture by Danish designer Just Andersen, dating to the 1930s. This beautifully modeled female nude captures a quiet, introspective momen...
Bronze
1990s Barovier Style Art Deco Amber Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An amber Murano glass rectangular picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier. The vintage photo frame is a beautiful and elegant piece of decor that i...
Brass
Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Litte Art Deco Diskometal Vase made by Just Andersen in the early 1940s. * Diskometal vase with incised vertical lines and lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: D2286 * Year: 19...
Pewter
1924 Rene Lalique Vase Formose Fishes Cased Opalescent Glass with Green Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Formose" made in cased opalescent glass with green patina created by René Lalique in 1924. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Great opalescence and patina ! Height: 17...
Blown Glass
1990s Barovier Style Art deco Green Murano Glass Picture Frame
A light green murano glass picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier, it's in lovely conditions. This vintage photo frame is a beautiful and elegant ...
Brass
Swedish Modern Art Deco Pewter Centerpiece Bowl by Bröderna Edlund, 1929
By Svenskt Tenn, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Folke Arstrom
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking Swedish Art Deco centerpiece bowl in pewter, designed by Folke Arström for Bröderna Edlund and dated 1929. This elegant piece features a flared, scalloped rim and rests on...
Pewter
1980s Barovier Style Art Deco Gold and Clear Murano Glass Picture Frame
A clear and gold murano glass picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier, it's in lovely conditions. This vintage photo frame is a beautiful and elega...
Brass
Art Deco glass ashtray, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
A 1940s Art Deco ashtray crafted from thick molded glass in a nuanced green hue. Its circular form is punctuated by faceted vertical panels, evoking a stylized flower or geometric ar...
Glass
French Art Deco Mahogany and Brass Letter Stand, 1920s
Located in Knivsta, SE
French Art Deco Mahogany and Brass Letter Stand, 1920s An elegant and finely crafted letter stand executed in richly grained mahogany (Swietenia mahogoni), accented with refined bra...
Brass
Art Deco picture frame vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco picture frame vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Glass The picture is not for sale it is only for the photoshooting
Brass
1914 René Lalique - Vase Monnaie Du Pape Glass With Blue Grey Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Monnaie du Pape" made in frosted glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1914. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Sublime color. Height: 23.5 cm. Félix Marcil...
Blown Glass
1990s Barovier Style Art Deco Blue Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A blue Murano glass picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier, it's in lovely condition, probably never used, it comes from a shop going out of busin...
Brass
1927 René Lalique Vase Oleron Opalescent Glass with Blue Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase “Oleron” made in cased opalescent glass with blue patina by René Lalique created in 1927. Engraved signature on bottom. Perfect condition. Exceptional patina and opalescence. ...
Blown Glass
1923 René Lalique - Vase Nefliers Glass With Sepia Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Nefliers" made in frosted glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1923. Stamped signature. Perfect condition. Superb patina. Height: 14.5 cm Félix Marcilhac, René Lalique...
Blown Glass
Pedestal Bronze Bowl designed by Just Andersen, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Light-Bronze Bowl on Foot designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Bowl on foot in light-bronze alloy and chasing in the rim * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: LB 1696 * Y...
Bronze
1941 René Lalique Vase Deauville Glass with Green Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Deauville" made in clear and frosted glass with green patina by René Lalique in 1941. Stamped signature. Perfect condition. Very nice patina. height: 15.5 cm Félix Marcilhac...
Blown Glass
Antique Blue White Export Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vases
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stylish Assembled Set of five Hand Painted Chinese Export Reticulated Pierced Blue and White Porcelain Vases all of hexagonal outline, sometimes referred to as cricket pots or cages....
Ceramic, Porcelain
Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Lovely Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Drop-shaped pewter vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: 1556 * Year: 1918-1929 * Cond...
Pewter
20th Century Pulegoso Murano Glass Vase by Napoleone Martinuzzi, Italy ca. 1920
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
One of a kind 20th century Murano Pulegoso glass vase by Napoleone Martinuzzi from the very early period around 1920. This impressive green/blue Pulegoso Murano glass vase (Italian, ...
Murano Glass