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Italian-Made Ruhlmann Art Deco Replica Mahogany Sideboard Buffet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Italian-made Ruhlmann Art Deco replica sideboard buffet is a striking example of timeless 20th
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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Ruhlmann, Art Deco Genius, French Book, 2002 Exhibition in Museum des Années 30
By Rhulmann
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ruhlmann, Genie de l'Art Deco (Ruhlmann Art Deco Genius), a special edition of the French magazine
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Early 2000s French Modern Books

Materials

Paper

Ruhlmann Art Deco Style Alabaster and Black Lacquer Torchieres / Floor Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of torchiere floor lamps featuring Art Deco period alabaster urns with lights after the
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20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

French Art Deco Style Shagreen and Ebony Coffee Table with Silver Sabots
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann. Art Deco style but with that delicate gentleness - that "je ne sais quoi
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Vintage 1980s Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Shagreen, Wood

Ruhlmann Un Genie De L'Art Deco Editions D'Art, Ruhlmann: Genius of Art Deco
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Ruhlmann Un Genie De L'Art Deco by Emmanuel Breon et Rosalind Pepall.(Commissaires). 2004 Ruhlmann
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Books

Materials

Paper

Art Deco Purpleheart Table by J.E. Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Zurich, CH
fashionable and luxurious elements of Parisian Art Deco in the 1920s and 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Purpleheart

French Art Deco Rosewood Cabinet Jacques Émile Ruhlmann Style
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
This French Art Deco cabinet is done in the style of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, a French furniture
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style French Art Deco Armchairs, Pair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of French Art Deco club chairs or dining armchairs In the manner of Émile
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Nickel

French Art Deco Rosewood Sideboard In the Manner of Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 38 3/4 in W: 84 3/4 in D: 20 in An exceptional and finely crafted French Art Deco
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Macassar Ebony Lighted Contemporary French-Made Art Deco Vitrine Manner Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
craftsmanship in the Art Deco style, inspired by the legendary designs of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. The cabinet
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2010s French Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Macassar

Modern Superb French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This modern superb French Art Deco Macassar ebony table in the manner of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Category

2010s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Macassar

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style French Art Deco Armchairs, Set of Six
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six French Art Deco club chairs or dining armchairs In the manner of Émile
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Lacquer

French art deco chest of drawers J. E.Ruhlmann wood bone
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Valladolid, ES
designer and interior decorator during the Art Deco movement. Since 1911 his exquisite, elegant and refined
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann Inspired Deco Bar Cabinet
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall dry bar cabinet in a wonderful art deco style. Recreation of the famous cabinet designed by
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20th Century Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Silver Leaf

Art Deco Bed "Lit Soleil" Inspired by Ruhlmann Émile-jacques
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Greven, DE
Impressive Art Deco bed in Macassar based heavily on the design by Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. This
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2010s German Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Beech, Macassar, Mahogany, Walnut, Spruce, Lacquer

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann French Art Deco Style Rectangular Coffee Table, Macassar
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Manhasset, NY
Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann French Art Deco Style Rectangular Coffee Table, Macassar Ebony Low table is
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Ebony, Macassar

Sleek Art Deco Circular Side Table in the Style of Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco Side Table Silverplated Sabots, Style of Ruhlmann France, Circa 1930s This exquisite Art
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20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Silver Plate

Exquisite 1920s French Art Deco Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style Rosewood Desk
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Reading, Berkshire
1920s Art Deco Solid Rosewood Rectangular Desk With Original Fittings. The Central Drawer is
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco Style Side Table Inspired by Ruhlmann with Inlay Work
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Greven, DE
Art Deco style side table inspired by Ruhlmann. Beautiful filigree table with intricate details and
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2010s German Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Cherry, Maple, Walnut

French Art Deco Side Chair Manner of Émile-Jaques Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Sharon, CT
Extraordinary deco side chair with a high finish dark lacquer, appropriately upholstered in a
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Cabinet / Sideboard, style Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
2 Elegant French Art Deco Cabinets / Sideboards / Buffets in the style of the French Master
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style French Art Deco Burl Wood Twin Size Beds, Pair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Art Deco twin beds In the manner of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann France
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Burl

Pair of French Art Deco Console Tables in the Manner of Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
associated with Art Deco, this Ruhlmann style design is loved for its quiet sophistication and craftsmanship
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Macassar 2-Door Cabinet, in the manner of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in San Francisco, CA
a rare Art Deco cabinet with rectangular top with notched corners above a conforming body fitted
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Macassar

Ruhlmann Chandelier
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Jacques Emile Ruhlmann Chandelier Small fixture made of multiple rows of satin glass pearls
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

An ART-DECO MODERNIST Side Table or GUERIDON, J-E RUHLMANN style, France 1930
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and luxurious octagonal pedestal table, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, 4 square
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Armchair in the Style of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless French Art Deco Armchair / Lounge Chair composed of Macassar Ebony and in
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ebony, Macassar

Ruhlmann 'Forme Ruhlmann 1' Enameled and Gilt Porcelain Vase
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His designs
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Porcelain

French Art Deco Jacques Ruhlmann Style Silver Wall Sconces, George V Hotel Paris
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classic pair of Art Deco style wall sconces from the iconic Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris
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20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

French Art Déco Alabaster table lamp. In the manner of E.J.Ruhlmann.
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Köln, NW
French Alabaster table lamp . Nickel plated. Art Déco style. These Alabaster lamps were originally
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze, Nickel

French Art Deco Brass & Glass Flush Mount, Style Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, C 1925
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Classic French Art Deco / Early Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount fixture or pendant in
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Ruhlmann 'Cannelure' Mahogany Chair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Bronze

An Oval ART-DECO NEOCLASSICAL Wall MIRROR, in E-J RUHLMANN Style, France 1930
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant oval mirror with decoration, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, Modernist, Bauhaus
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

French Art Deco Ebonised Wood & Nickel Steel Console, Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant French Art Deco ebonised mahogany consoles in the style of the French master designer
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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

A NEOCLASSICAL ART-DECO GUERIDON in the spirit of E.J. RUHLMANN, France 1930
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in PARIS, FR
A beautiful and luxurious circular side table, Art Deco, Neo-Classical, with its 2 circular tops
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Gueridon

Materials

Wood, Elm

Stunning Pair of Art Deco Table Lamp in the Style of J.E Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Beirut, LB
Pair of Art Deco table lamp in the style of the French artist J.E Ruhlmann, having a central column
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Ruhlmann Rectangular Wool Rug
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
interior decorator and one of the most important and influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ruhlmann Elliptical Amboyna Bedside Table
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Amboyna

Ruhlmann 'Guéridon' Burr Amboyna Table
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Ruhlmann, Paris, 1924, pl. 3, 9, 14 a,d 24 for variants; Ruhlmann, un génie de l’Art Déco, exh. cat
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Elegant Art Déco Macassar Wood Chair Hand Crafted in the Style of J. E. Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Salzburg, AT
Elegant Art Deco chair in the style of Jacques Emil Ruhlmann. Partly solid macassar wood, partly
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2010s German Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Ruhlmann 'Haardt' Macassar Ebony Letterbox
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
the Art Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His designs are
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ebony, Macassar

1 Pair of high quality Art Déco Wall lamps. Design J.E.Ruhlmann. France 1920s.
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Köln, NW
Ruhlmann. France 1920s. Comparable model: Lit: RUHLMANN Master of Art Déco by Florence Camard, page 295
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Silver Plate, Bronze

Ruhlmann Nickel-Plated Brass Placeholder
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
interior decorator and one of the most important and influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Ruhlmann 'Sulzer' Honduran Mahogany Desk
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His designs are characterized
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Ruhlmann 'Virgule' Dressing Table Mirror
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His designs are characterized
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Mirrors

Materials

Bronze

Ruhlmann 'Pagonau' Chest of Drawers
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
designer and interior decorator and one of the most important and influential figures of the Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Ruhlmann 'Tournecol' Tinted Oak Side Table
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His designs
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Ruhlmann Silvered Bronze Photograph Frame
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
and interior decorator and one of the most important and influential figures of the Art Deco movement
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Ruhlmann Gilt Bronze Photograph Frame
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His designs are characterized
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Ruhlmann Large Tapestry with floral Details
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
one of the most important and influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Tapestries

Materials

Fabric, Thread

Ruhlmann Circular Knotted Wool Carpet
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
and influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ruhlmann Macassar Ebony Photograph Frame
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His designs are characterized
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Glass, Ebony, Macassar

Ruhlmann 'Nobody' Amboyna Burl Chaise Longue
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
craftsmanship, combining luxuriousness with modernity. Bibliography: ‘ Ruhlmann, un génie de l’Art Déco’, exh
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Amboyna

Art Deco Jewelry Cabinet, after Ruhlmann
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A French Art Deco jewelry cabinet after Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann.
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20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Mahogany

Ruhlmann Pair of Polished Walnut Armchairs
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
one of the most important and influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Fabric

Ruhlmann Rare Sycamore Dressing Table Mirror
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some the godfather of French Art Deco. His
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Sycamore

Ruhlmann 'Cla-Cla' Macassar Ebony Variable Table
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
one of the most important and influential figures of the Art Deco movement, even considered by some
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Ebony, Macassar

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Ruhlmann Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the ruhlmann art deco you’re looking for. Each ruhlmann art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 325 variations of the antique or vintage ruhlmann art deco you’re looking for, while we also have 20 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a ruhlmann art deco — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A ruhlmann art deco is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Pollaro and Alfred Porteneuve each produced at least one beautiful ruhlmann art deco that is worth considering.

How Much is a Ruhlmann Art Deco?

The average selling price for a ruhlmann art deco at 1stDibs is $5,187, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $275,000 for the highest priced.

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 Ruhlmann Art Deco
  • 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.
  • 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.