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Art Nouveau Wrought iron tripod floor candlestick - Torchère
Art Nouveau Wrought iron tripod floor candlestick - Torchère

Art Nouveau Wrought iron tripod floor candlestick - Torchère

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Art Nouveau Wrought iron tripod floor candlestick Art Nouveau - Decoration - Home Decor Measures : 58cm H:144cm Weight : 30kg

Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Torchères

Materials

Iron

Alessandro Mazzucotelli Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Lamp, Italy 1920s
Alessandro Mazzucotelli Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Lamp, Italy 1920s

Alessandro Mazzucotelli Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Lamp, Italy 1920s

By Alessandro Mazzucotelli

Located in Milan, IT

Large and splendid Alessandro Mazzucotelli Art Nouveau wrought iron wall lamp, Italy 1920s.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Salterini Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Rectangular Coffee Table
Vintage Salterini Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Rectangular Coffee Table

Vintage Salterini Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Rectangular Coffee Table

By Salterini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Salterini Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Leaf & Vine Garden Patio Rectangular C...

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Plant Table with Copper Tray, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Plant Table with Copper Tray, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Plant Table with Copper Tray, circa 1900

Located in Delft, NL

An Art Nouveau wrought iron plant table with copper tray The 3-legged wrought iron lacquered black plant table with a loose copper planter tray, 1900-1920 The measurement is 90...

Category

Early 20th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Antique French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Scrollwork Coffee Table Base, No Top
Antique French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Scrollwork Coffee Table Base, No Top

Antique French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Scrollwork Coffee Table Base, No Top

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Scrollwork Coffee Table Base, No Top.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, circa 1920
French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, circa 1920

French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, circa 1920

Located in Antwerp, BE

French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, circa 1920 Elegant French wrought iron floor lamp, hand-forged with intricate floral and leaf motifs, circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Fernery

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Fernery

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Nouveau style (20th Cent) wrought iron small fernery/planter stand with floral design (similar PAIR of slightly larger planters #055823)

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Vintage Salterini Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Sofa Chair Set - 3 Pcs
Vintage Salterini Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Sofa Chair Set - 3 Pcs

Vintage Salterini Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Sofa Chair Set - 3 Pcs

By Salterini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Salterini Style Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Sofa Chair Set - 3 Pcs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Silver Painted Petite Boudoir Table Lamps, Pair
Antique Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Silver Painted Petite Boudoir Table Lamps, Pair

Antique Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Silver Painted Petite Boudoir Table Lamps, Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Silver Painted Petite Boudoir Table Lamps With White Painted Flowers - Pair.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Andirons Bar
Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Andirons Bar

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Andirons Bar

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This nice and unusual andirons/firedogs bar is made of wrought iron. This is a French work of the Art Nouveau period.

Category

1990s French Art Nouveau Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Unusual Shaped Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Firebasket
Unusual Shaped Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Firebasket

Unusual Shaped Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Firebasket

Located in London, GB

A most unusual and beautifully shaped late 19th century wrought iron firebasket. The cast base with rings and egg and dart detailing.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Of Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Andirons
Pair Of Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Andirons

Pair Of Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Andirons

Located in Essex, MA

Shaped cup tops and twist supports with scrolled legs. Short log holders.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

German Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Entrance Lantern
German Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Entrance Lantern

German Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Entrance Lantern

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Nouveau lantern made in Germany circa 1950, glazed body, decorated with green colored and ornamented glass, electrified and fitted with one E27 socket, some signs of age and wear...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Art Nouveau Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Set of Tall Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Gates
Set of Tall Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Gates

Set of Tall Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Gates

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A tall set of late 19th century Art Nouveau style wrought iron gates. These superb gates were originally a pair of panels and have been fitted with modern hinges and latch to create ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Sconces - a Pair
Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Sconces - a Pair

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Sconces - a Pair

Located in Sarasota, FL

A beautiful pair of Art Nouveau period wall sconces made of wrought iron.

Category

Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Lantern, 1900s
Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Lantern, 1900s

Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Lantern, 1900s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau lantern. Striking English design from the 1900s.

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, German Craftsmanship, 1920
Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, German Craftsmanship, 1920

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, German Craftsmanship, 1920

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This solid wrought-iron floor lamp is in excellent condition with a beautiful patina.

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Circular Mirror with Floral Crest
Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Circular Mirror with Floral Crest

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Circular Mirror with Floral Crest

Located in Astoria, NY

Art Nouveau Style Wrought Iron Circular Mirror, the pierced scroll form crest with ball form and floral appliques. 42" H x 41" W x 2" D.

Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Mirror With Beveled Glass
French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Mirror With Beveled Glass

French Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Mirror With Beveled Glass

Located in Prato, Tuscany

We kindly invite you to read the full description, as we provide detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. This exquisite French Art Nouv...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wrought Iron

Jules Cayette & Charles Schneider Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Jules Cayette & Charles Schneider Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp

Jules Cayette & Charles Schneider Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Floor Lamp

By Jules Cayette

Located in London, GB

An exceptional and rare hand hammered wrought iron floor light with tinted hand blown glass bowl by Charles Schneider. Signed Schneider.  

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Danish Art Nouveau, Wrought Iron Table Lamp, Early 20th Century
Danish Art Nouveau, Wrought Iron Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

Danish Art Nouveau, Wrought Iron Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

Located in Odense, DK

A sculptural Danish Art Nouveau table lamp crafted in wrought iron, featuring elegant scrollwork and hand-forged detailing.

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Monumental Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Grapevine Floor Lamp, Signed Van Brandt
Monumental Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Grapevine Floor Lamp, Signed Van Brandt

Monumental Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Grapevine Floor Lamp, Signed Van Brandt

Located in Antwerp, BE

A monumental hand-forged wrought iron floor lamp signed “E. Van Brandt – Kessel ’20,” Belgium, circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Candleholder - Floral Ivy Candle Stick - France 1920s
Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Candleholder - Floral Ivy Candle Stick - France 1920s

Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Candleholder - Floral Ivy Candle Stick - France 1920s

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Art Deco Wrought Iron Candleholder - Floral Ivy Candle Stick - France 1920s Rare and elegant candlestick, made of wrought iron, depicting ivy leaves, berries and branches. The cand...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Candle Holders, Fratelli Matteucci Faenza
Pair of Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Candle Holders, Fratelli Matteucci Faenza

Pair of Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Wall Candle Holders, Fratelli Matteucci Faenza

Located in Milano, IT

Stunning pair of wrought iron wall-mounted candle holders, crafted in early 20th-century Italy by the renowned Fratelli Matteucci of Faenza, master artisans of decorative metalwork.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Hendryx Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Bird Cage & Stand with Flowers and Vine
Antique Hendryx Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Bird Cage & Stand with Flowers and Vine

Antique Hendryx Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Bird Cage & Stand with Flowers and Vine

By Hendryx

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Art Nouveau Twisted Wrought Iron Bird Cage Stand with Flowers and Vines and Hendryx Metal Bird Cage with 2 Glass Feeders.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bird Cages

Materials

Iron

Vintage Wrought Iron Meadowcraft Salterini Style 2 Tier Garden Patio Side Table
Vintage Wrought Iron Meadowcraft Salterini Style 2 Tier Garden Patio Side Table

Vintage Wrought Iron Meadowcraft Salterini Style 2 Tier Garden Patio Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Meadowcraft/Salterini Style 2 Tier Garden Patio Side...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Arm Chairs by Florentine Craft Studio
Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Arm Chairs by Florentine Craft Studio

Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Arm Chairs by Florentine Craft Studio

By Florentine Craft Studio

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Salterini Style Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Barrel Back Arm Chairs with Leaf and Vine Design by Florentine Craft Studio - a Pair.

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Set by Florentine Craft Studio
Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Set by Florentine Craft Studio

Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Set by Florentine Craft Studio

By Florentine Craft Studio

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Salterini Style Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Set by Florentine Craft Studio.

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought iron ceiling lamp, Art Nouveau
Wrought iron ceiling lamp, Art Nouveau

Wrought iron ceiling lamp, Art Nouveau

Located in Purkersdorf, AT

Beautiful Austrian Art Nouveau lamp from around 1910. Handcrafted from wrought iron with a gold-plated finish (lacquered).

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Style Wrought Iron Circular Mirror
Art Nouveau Style Wrought Iron Circular Mirror

Art Nouveau Style Wrought Iron Circular Mirror

Located in Astoria, NY

Art Nouveau Style Wrought Iron Circular Mirror, the pierced scroll form crest with ball form and floral appliques. 42" H x 41" W x 2" D.

Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron French Art Nouveau Children's Armchair, 1900s
Wrought Iron French Art Nouveau Children's Armchair, 1900s

Wrought Iron French Art Nouveau Children's Armchair, 1900s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Blue lacquered wrought iron. This wonderful Art Nouveau children's armchair is in good condition.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Period Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Art Nouveau Period Wrought Iron Floor Lamp

Art Nouveau Period Wrought Iron Floor Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

Art Nouveau period wrought Iron Floor Lamp is a masterwork of the blacksmith's art!

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought iron Art nouveau floor lamp, France 1910s
Wrought iron Art nouveau floor lamp, France 1910s

Wrought iron Art nouveau floor lamp, France 1910s

By Atelier Marolles, Jean Touret, Muller Frères

Located in ECHT, NL

Hand-Crafted Wrought Iron Floor Lamp – Art Nouveau Style This exceptional hand-crafted wrought iron floor lamp is a striking example of Art Nouveau design, showcasing elegant, flow...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Pair of Art Nouveau Andirons by Louis Majorelle, Nancy, France, circa 1900
Rare Pair of Art Nouveau Andirons by Louis Majorelle, Nancy, France, circa 1900

Rare Pair of Art Nouveau Andirons by Louis Majorelle, Nancy, France, circa 1900

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

An exceptional and highly sculptural pair of Art Nouveau wrought-iron and gilt-bronze andirons by Louis Majorelle, one of the foremost figures of the celebrated École de Nancy.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Coat Stand done in Wrought Iron // France 1910s
Art Nouveau Coat Stand done in Wrought Iron // France 1910s

Art Nouveau Coat Stand done in Wrought Iron // France 1910s

By Koloman Moser

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a gorgeous Art Nouveau standing coat rack. This magnificent and very rare piece is done in wrought iron, with beautiful sculptural hooks.

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 6 Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Chairs, Art Nouveau Style
Set of 6 Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Chairs, Art Nouveau Style

Set of 6 Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Chairs, Art Nouveau Style

Located in Cumberland, RI

Vintage Wrought Iron Chairs Well designed set of 6 patio chairs available now and ready to ship. Vinyl Strapped seats. Finials. Filigree. Perfect for any deck, patio, or garden. Se...

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Wrought & Hammered iron Andirons. Art Nouveau. Signed Wanner Genneva
Pair of Wrought & Hammered iron Andirons. Art Nouveau. Signed Wanner Genneva

Pair of Wrought & Hammered iron Andirons. Art Nouveau. Signed Wanner Genneva

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This beautiful and very interesting pair of andirons is made of wrought and hammered iron. This is a Swiss work from Art Nouveau Period, Signed Wanner Geneva.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique French Art Deco Art Nouveau White Painted Wrought Iron Birdcage Stand
Antique French Art Deco Art Nouveau White Painted Wrought Iron Birdcage Stand

Antique French Art Deco Art Nouveau White Painted Wrought Iron Birdcage Stand

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique French Art Deco Art Nouveau White Painted Wrought Iron Birdcage Stand.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Centrepiece Signed by Lorrain Nancy France Wrought Iron
Art Nouveau Centrepiece Signed by Lorrain Nancy France Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Centrepiece Signed by Lorrain Nancy France Wrought Iron

By Lorraine Nancy

Located in Verviers, BE

Spectacular Art Nouveau centrepiece by Signed Lorrain Nancy France circa 1900. Very impressive, this stunning piece gathers all the excellence of the Art Nouveau era in terms of c...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Centerpieces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau French Wrought Iron and Opaline Glass Chandelier
Art Nouveau French Wrought Iron and Opaline Glass Chandelier

Art Nouveau French Wrought Iron and Opaline Glass Chandelier

Located in Prato, Tuscany

This fascinating and unique French chandelier embodies the perfect Art Nouveau style. The frame is made of wrought iron with a dark finish that evokes the furnishings of the Art Nouv...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Wrought Iron Art Nouveau style Jardinière Plant Stand
Antique Wrought Iron Art Nouveau style Jardinière Plant Stand

Antique Wrought Iron Art Nouveau style Jardinière Plant Stand

Located in Buffalo, NY

Matched pair antique painted wrought iron plant stands with fabulous floral decoration overall , Appears to have been gold (at some point) . Retains its original finish and patina,,...

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Nouveau Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Antique French Wrought Iron Garden Set, Art Nouveau, Provence, 1900
Antique French Wrought Iron Garden Set, Art Nouveau, Provence, 1900

Antique French Wrought Iron Garden Set, Art Nouveau, Provence, 1900

Located in Astoria, NY

A charming early 20th century French wrought iron garden set in the Art Nouveau taste, sourced in Provence, France.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau by Lorrain Nancy France Wrought Iron and Glass Vase
Art Nouveau by Lorrain Nancy France Wrought Iron and Glass Vase

Art Nouveau by Lorrain Nancy France Wrought Iron and Glass Vase

By Lorraine Nancy

Located in Brescia, IT

Original Art Nouveau Lorrain glass Excellent condition Glass in perfect condition "Lorrain" signed.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Jugendstil Art Nouveau Hammered Copper and Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen
Antique Jugendstil Art Nouveau Hammered Copper and Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen

Antique Jugendstil Art Nouveau Hammered Copper and Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen

Located in Hannover, DE

This highly atmospheric piece beautifully embodies the design language of European Art Nouveau, with its flowing, asymmetrical lines and nature-inspired ornamentation.

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Unusual Art Nouveau Style 3 Panel Decorative Wrought Iron Screen/Divider
Unusual Art Nouveau Style 3 Panel Decorative Wrought Iron Screen/Divider

Unusual Art Nouveau Style 3 Panel Decorative Wrought Iron Screen/Divider

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning Art Nouveau style 3 panel iron screen / room divider, Highly decorated, wonderful patina and color pierced iron, lattice, tree motif, Superior quality and con structiion eac...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Nouveau Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique French Art Nouveau Black Wrought Iron Painted Garden Set
Antique French Art Nouveau Black Wrought Iron Painted Garden Set

Antique French Art Nouveau Black Wrought Iron Painted Garden Set

Located in Astoria, NY

A charming early 1900s French Art Nouveau black garden set, sourced directly from Provence, France.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

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Art Nouveau Wrought Iron For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic art nouveau wrought iron available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wrought iron, every art nouveau wrought iron was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an art nouveau wrought iron, we have 286 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer art nouveau wrought iron, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right art nouveau wrought iron, those designed in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made art nouveau wrought iron over the years, but those crafted by Daum, Muller Frères and John Salterini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Wrought Iron?

Prices for an art nouveau wrought iron start at $332 and top out at $64,000 with the average selling for $2,204.

A Close Look at Art Nouveau Furniture

In its sinuous lines and flamboyant curves inspired by the natural world, antique Art Nouveau furniture reflects a desire for freedom from the stuffy social and artistic strictures of the Victorian era. The Art Nouveau movement developed in the decorative arts in France and Britain in the early 1880s and quickly became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States.

ORIGINS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Sinuous, organic and flowing lines
  • Forms that mimic flowers and plant life
  • Decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals 
  • Use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood

ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Art Nouveau — which spanned furniture, architecture, jewelry and graphic design — can be easily identified by its lush, flowing forms suggested by flowers and plants, as well as the lissome tendrils of sea life. Although Art Deco and Art Nouveau were both in the forefront of turn-of-the-20th-century design, they are very different styles — Art Deco is marked by bold, geometric shapes while Art Nouveau incorporates dreamlike, floral motifs. The latter’s signature motif is the "whiplash" curve — a deep, narrow, dynamic parabola that appears as an element in everything from chair arms to cabinetry and mirror frames.

The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking, and Japonisme — a term used to describe the appetite for Japanese art and culture in Europe at the time — greatly informed Art Nouveau. 

The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own variants.

In Scotland, the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh developed a singular, restrained look based on scale rather than ornament; a style best known from his narrow chairs with exceedingly tall backs, designed for Glasgow tea rooms. Meanwhile in France, Hector Guimard — whose iconic 1896 entry arches for the Paris Metro are still in use — and Louis Majorelle produced chairs, desks, bed frames and cabinets with sweeping lines and rich veneers. 

The Art Nouveau movement was known as Jugendstil ("Youth Style") in Germany, and in Austria the designers of the Vienna Secession group — notably Koloman Moser, Josef Hoffmann and Joseph Maria Olbrich — produced a relatively austere iteration of the Art Nouveau style, which mixed curving and geometric elements.

Art Nouveau revitalized all of the applied arts. Ceramists such as Ernest Chaplet and Edmond Lachenal created new forms covered in novel and rediscovered glazes that produced thick, foam-like finishes. Bold vases, bowls and lighting designs in acid-etched and marquetry cameo glass by Émile Gallé and the Daum Freres appeared in France, while in New York the glass workshop-cum-laboratory of Louis Comfort Tiffany — the core of what eventually became a multimedia decorative-arts manufactory called Tiffany Studios — brought out buoyant pieces in opalescent favrile glass. 

Jewelry design was revolutionized, as settings, for the first time, were emphasized as much as, or more than, gemstones. A favorite Art Nouveau jewelry motif was insects (think of Tiffany, in his famed Dragonflies glass lampshade).

Like a mayfly, Art Nouveau was short-lived. The sensuous, languorous style fell out of favor early in the 20th century, deemed perhaps too light and insubstantial for European tastes in the aftermath of World War I. But as the designs on 1stDibs demonstrate, Art Nouveau retains its power to fascinate and seduce.

There are ways to tastefully integrate a touch of Art Nouveau into even the most modern interior — browse an extraordinary collection of original antique Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs, which includes decorative objects, seating, tables, garden elements and more.