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Art Deco Rosewood Chairs by Gauthier-Poinsignon, France, Circa 1930s
Art Deco Rosewood Chairs by Gauthier-Poinsignon, France, Circa 1930s

Art Deco Rosewood Chairs by Gauthier-Poinsignon, France, Circa 1930s

By Atelier Gauthier Poinsignon

Located in Brooklyn, NY

French Art Deco furniture from one of the leading workshops of the period.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

French Art Deco Signed Jules Leleu Cabinet
French Art Deco Signed Jules Leleu Cabinet

French Art Deco Signed Jules Leleu Cabinet

By Jules Leleu

Located in North Bergen, NJ

parchment. It is a unique example of the beauty of French Art Deco furniture that can be seen in our gallery.  

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Bulldog Corkscrew, 1920
French Art Deco Bulldog Corkscrew, 1920

French Art Deco Bulldog Corkscrew, 1920

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco furniture and accessories, this rare corkscrew is a standout piece that reflects the

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Dressing Table by Laurent Neiss, Mahogany, France, Circa 1930
Art Deco Dressing Table by Laurent Neiss, Mahogany, France, Circa 1930

Art Deco Dressing Table by Laurent Neiss, Mahogany, France, Circa 1930

By L Neiss

Located in Brooklyn, NY

the excellence of French Art Deco furniture design. A rare and decorative example from an important

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs by René Prou
Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs by René Prou

Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs by René Prou

By René Prou

Located in Miami, FL

–1947) was a central figure in French Art Deco furniture design, celebrated for combining rounded forms

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Original French Art Deco Wardrobe – Geometric Veneer, ca. 1930
Original French Art Deco Wardrobe – Geometric Veneer, ca. 1930

Original French Art Deco Wardrobe – Geometric Veneer, ca. 1930

Located in Berlin, DE

cabinet, it appeals equally to collectors of French Art Deco furniture, Modernist Design and sophisticated

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Coffee Table by Jules Leleu
Art Deco Coffee Table by Jules Leleu

Art Deco Coffee Table by Jules Leleu

By Jules Leleu

Located in Miami, FL

Jules Leleu was a prominent French Art Deco furniture designer known for his stylish and innovative

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Brass

1930s French Art Deco Mahogany Side Chairs W/ Beige Velvet - A Pair
1930s French Art Deco Mahogany Side Chairs W/ Beige Velvet - A Pair

1930s French Art Deco Mahogany Side Chairs W/ Beige Velvet - A Pair

Located in Astoria, NY

the modernist elegance characteristic of French Art Deco furniture. The seats have been newly

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Fauteuils de Jean Desnos
Fauteuils de Jean Desnos

Fauteuils de Jean Desnos

By Jean Desnos

Located in LAMBLORE, FR

French Art Deco furniture. Their rounded, enveloping lines, highlighted by a light green velvet

Category

Vintage 1930s Armchairs

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Lacquer

Art Deco Coffee Table by Jules Leleu in Collaboration with Katsu Hamanaka
Art Deco Coffee Table by Jules Leleu in Collaboration with Katsu Hamanaka

Art Deco Coffee Table by Jules Leleu in Collaboration with Katsu Hamanaka

By Jules Leleu

Located in Miami, FL

was a prominent French Art Deco furniture designer known for his stylish and innovative furniture

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Lacquer

French Art Deco Pedestal Table in Macassar, Hexagonal Design, 1920
French Art Deco Pedestal Table in Macassar, Hexagonal Design, 1920

French Art Deco Pedestal Table in Macassar, Hexagonal Design, 1920

By Eugene Printz

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco Pedestal Table in the Style of Eugène Printz, France, 1920s. This exceptional

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Gueridon

Materials

Macassar

Hand Carved Oak Armoire by Charles Dudouyt, French Art Deco, 1940s
Hand Carved Oak Armoire by Charles Dudouyt, French Art Deco, 1940s

Hand Carved Oak Armoire by Charles Dudouyt, French Art Deco, 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gentilhommière in 1933. He became one of the defining figures of French Art Deco furniture, known for combining

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Black Lacquer Credenza Sideboard with Mirror, 20th Century
French Art Deco Black Lacquer Credenza Sideboard with Mirror, 20th Century

French Art Deco Black Lacquer Credenza Sideboard with Mirror, 20th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

of French Art Deco furniture. The clean architectural lines and balanced proportions reflect the

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20th Century French Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair of Matched Contemporary French Art Deco Style Large Side Cabinets
Pair of Matched Contemporary French Art Deco Style Large Side Cabinets

Pair of Matched Contemporary French Art Deco Style Large Side Cabinets

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

highlight the influence of French Art Deco furniture, while their contemporary craftsmanship ensures

Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Charles Dudouyt Hand Carved Oak Sideboard with Drawers, France, 1940s
Charles Dudouyt Hand Carved Oak Sideboard with Drawers, France, 1940s

Charles Dudouyt Hand Carved Oak Sideboard with Drawers, France, 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

figures of French Art Deco furniture. This sideboard demonstrates the full range of his carving vocabulary

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Fauteuil sculptural Art Déco, France, années 1930
Fauteuil sculptural Art Déco, France, années 1930

Fauteuil sculptural Art Déco, France, années 1930

Located in Meulebeke, BE

, ground the piece with a natural warmth that complements the upholstery. French Art Deco furniture of the

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Faux Leather, Wood

Hand Carved Oak Sideboard by Charles Dudouyt, 1940s
Hand Carved Oak Sideboard by Charles Dudouyt, 1940s

Hand Carved Oak Sideboard by Charles Dudouyt, 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

one of the defining figures of French Art Deco furniture, drawing influence from African art and the

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Wooden Torck Armchair, France 1930s
Art Deco Wooden Torck Armchair, France 1930s

Art Deco Wooden Torck Armchair, France 1930s

By Torck

Located in Meulebeke, BE

. French Art Deco furniture of the 1930s embraced a balance between ornament and restraint. While luxury

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Etoile Mirror - Maxime Old
Etoile Mirror - Maxime Old

Etoile Mirror - Maxime Old

By Maxime Old

Located in Paris, FR

at Ruhlmann ( A French Art-Deco Furniture designer ) after graduating from the University of Boulle

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2010s French Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood

Maxime Old Saturne Table Made of Cuba Mahogany Wood and Glass - 2025 edition
Maxime Old Saturne Table Made of Cuba Mahogany Wood and Glass - 2025 edition

Maxime Old Saturne Table Made of Cuba Mahogany Wood and Glass - 2025 edition

By Maxime Old

Located in Paris, FR

Ruhlmann (A French Art Deco Furniture designer) after graduating from the University of Boulle in Paris

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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Antique French Art Deco Mahogany Sideboard Cabinet by Andre Sornay
Antique French Art Deco Mahogany Sideboard Cabinet by Andre Sornay

Antique French Art Deco Mahogany Sideboard Cabinet by Andre Sornay

By Andre Sornay

Located in Detroit, MI

office. Andre Sornay Although he has in the past been among the least known of the French Art Deco

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Détente Armchair - Maxime Old
Détente Armchair - Maxime Old

Détente Armchair - Maxime Old

By Maxime Old

Located in Paris, FR

interior architect born in 1910 and died in 1991. He represents the French scene of modern furniture having

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2010s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco Steel and Bronze Bench
Art Deco Steel and Bronze Bench

Art Deco Steel and Bronze Bench

By Continental Art Deco

Located in Montreal, QC

Great quality Art Deco style steel and bronze bench, perfect for an entrance or a bedroom.

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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Benches

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Geometric Wood and Lucite Box, France 1940s
Art Deco Geometric Wood and Lucite Box, France 1940s

Art Deco Geometric Wood and Lucite Box, France 1940s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning hand-carved modernist Art Deco decorative lidded box was crafted in France circa 1940

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lucite, Wood

French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930
French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930

French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning ornamental lidded box with a marquetry design was made in France around the 1930s. It

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Marhaba Armchair, Maxime Old
Marhaba Armchair, Maxime Old

Marhaba Armchair, Maxime Old

By Maxime Old

Located in Paris, FR

during his career. He started his creative path at Ruhlmann (A French Art Deco Furniture designer) after

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Cane

Art Deco Centerpiece Bowl Basket Chrome and Wood, France 1930s
Art Deco Centerpiece Bowl Basket Chrome and Wood, France 1930s

Art Deco Centerpiece Bowl Basket Chrome and Wood, France 1930s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, or decorative fruit or bread basket was designed

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal, Chrome

French Art Deco Macassar Wood, Metal and Crystal Condiment Server, 1930s
French Art Deco Macassar Wood, Metal and Crystal Condiment Server, 1930s

French Art Deco Macassar Wood, Metal and Crystal Condiment Server, 1930s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning French Art Deco tableware server features crystal jars for preserves, pickles, or

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Serving Bowls

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Art Deco furniture, 1920, French
Art Deco furniture, 1920, French

Art Deco furniture, 1920, French

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

years, this is the bookcase that your project needs. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Art Deco Lamps in Wrought Iron with Glass Shades
Pair of French Art Deco Lamps in Wrought Iron with Glass Shades

Pair of French Art Deco Lamps in Wrought Iron with Glass Shades

By Art de France

Located in Verviers, BE

shades in mottled glass paste The shades are produced style of Art de France In excellent condition and

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Vintage 1940s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930
Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930

Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite Art Deco modernist lidded box boasts a minimalist yet refined and sophisticated

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Macassar

Art Deco Armchair, Mahogany & Leather, France, 1940
Art Deco Armchair, Mahogany & Leather, France, 1940

Art Deco Armchair, Mahogany & Leather, France, 1940

By Art Decor

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco armchair made of mahogany wood and leather upholstery. France, circa 1940.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Unique Art Decò pair of lacquered and gilded wood tub chairs
Unique Art Decò pair of lacquered and gilded wood tub chairs

Unique Art Decò pair of lacquered and gilded wood tub chairs

By Art de France

Located in Milano, IT

velluto imbottito. Manifattura Francia, 1930ca Epoca Art Deco.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Fine Art Deco Bergère Club Chair Hollywood Recency Style Damask
Fine Art Deco Bergère Club Chair Hollywood Recency Style Damask

Fine Art Deco Bergère Club Chair Hollywood Recency Style Damask

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Dronten, NL

Beautifully crafted Art Deco chair. Marbled off-white paint on the carved solid wood framework. The

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Damask, Wood

Pair of French Art Deco Lamps in Wrought Iron with Colored Glass Shades Signed
Pair of French Art Deco Lamps in Wrought Iron with Colored Glass Shades Signed

Pair of French Art Deco Lamps in Wrought Iron with Colored Glass Shades Signed

By Art de France

Located in Verviers, BE

colored shades in mottled glass paste with blue highlights. The shades are produced by Art de France, and

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Furniture Art Deco, 1930 with Drawers
French Furniture Art Deco, 1930 with Drawers

French Furniture Art Deco, 1930 with Drawers

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco Desk Year 1930 French Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box
Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box

Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This rare French Art Deco knife rest or chopstick rest ensemble is still in its original box. The

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Black and White Galalith Eagle Sculpture Bookends, circa 1930
Art Deco Black and White Galalith Eagle Sculpture Bookends, circa 1930

Art Deco Black and White Galalith Eagle Sculpture Bookends, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning French Art Deco Galalith bookend set was expertly crafted circa 1930. The set

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Resin

Art Deco Furniture in Wood, 1930, France
Art Deco Furniture in Wood, 1930, France

Art Deco Furniture in Wood, 1930, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Material: wood Style: Art Deco French If you want to live in the golden years, this is the

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Glass, Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl, circa 1930
Art Deco Glass, Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl, circa 1930

Art Deco Glass, Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning French Art Deco modernist decorative centerpiece or serving bowl boasts a large round

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Modernist Brass and Bakelite Picture Photo Frame, 1940s
Art Deco Modernist Brass and Bakelite Picture Photo Frame, 1940s

Art Deco Modernist Brass and Bakelite Picture Photo Frame, 1940s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

Made in France circa 1940, this stunning modernist Art Deco picture frame is built with brass and

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Furniture in Wood, 1930, France
Art Deco Furniture in Wood, 1930, France

Art Deco Furniture in Wood, 1930, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Material: wood and bronze Style: Art Deco French without handles measures 47 depth If you want

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

French Art Deco Beige and Brown Wool Rug
French Art Deco Beige and Brown Wool Rug

French Art Deco Beige and Brown Wool Rug

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Deco wool rug carpet with beige background and brown & orange trim with floral

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20th Century French Art Deco Rugs

French Art Deco Parrot Plate Primavera
French Art Deco Parrot Plate Primavera

French Art Deco Parrot Plate Primavera

By Primavera

Located in Austin, TX

French Art Deco Parrot Plate Primavera. Diameter / 9.3 inches.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl Basket, circa 1930
Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl Basket, circa 1930

Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl Basket, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning French Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, decorative bread basket, or fruit basket

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Wallpaper Design, France, Art Deco, 1920s
Wallpaper Design, France, Art Deco, 1920s

Wallpaper Design, France, Art Deco, 1920s

Located in Paris, FR

Wallpaper design. Watercolor painting on paper representing Chinese masks, France, Art Deco, 1920s

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Wallpaper Design, France, Art Deco, 1920s
Wallpaper Design, France, Art Deco, 1920s

Wallpaper Design, France, Art Deco, 1920s

Located in Paris, FR

Wallpaper design. Watercolor painting on paper representing a Chinese landscape, France, Art Deco

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

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French Art Deco Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of French art deco furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, glass and wood, every item from our selection of French art deco furniture was constructed with great care. Find 27526 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of French art deco furniture now, or shop our selection of 1346 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of French art deco furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. René Lalique, R & Y Augousti and Max Le Verrier each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of French art deco furniture that is worth considering.

How Much is a French Art Deco Furniture?

Prices for a piece of French art deco furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $500,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,467.

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 French Art Deco Furniture
  • 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 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    What Art Deco furniture looks like can vary from piece to piece, but there are some characteristics that help define the style. During the 1920s and ’30s, manufacturers often created furniture with bold geometric lines and forms as well as intricate floral motifs. Materials tended to be luxurious and included shagreen and marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Many pieces feature luxe details like gleaming metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hide and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

    The main features of Art Deco furniture are bold geometric lines and forms, and an integration of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. 


    The Art Deco era made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, and while the period yielded a range of stylistically diverse furnishings, interiors and objects, collectors will typically find the period’s deskstables and chairs embellished with metal accents, animal hides, ivory or mother-of-pearl inlays and shimmering mirrored finishes. 


    Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques RuhlmannEileen GrayMaurice DufrênePaul 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.)



    Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.