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Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s
Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s

Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s

Located in Almelo, NL

This piece is ideal for a living room, study, boutique interior, or as a functional centerpiece in an Art Deco-inspired setting.

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Restored Art Deco Table Lamp, Ceramic, Textile Lampshade, Austria-Vienna, 1910s
Restored Art Deco Table Lamp, Ceramic, Textile Lampshade, Austria-Vienna, 1910s

Restored Art Deco Table Lamp, Ceramic, Textile Lampshade, Austria-Vienna, 1910s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

The expert intervention has preserved this piece in perfect condition, underscoring its artistic value and ensuring it continues to serve as a functional object of art. Given its ag...

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Textile

1930s Art Deco Gold, Brown and Yellow Ceramic Luxury Box by Galvani
1930s Art Deco Gold, Brown and Yellow Ceramic Luxury Box by Galvani

1930s Art Deco Gold, Brown and Yellow Ceramic Luxury Box by Galvani

By Galvani 2

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This Galvani ceramic box is a beautiful and functional piece of art, reflecting the sophistication and style of the 1930s Art Deco era.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Wooden Nutcracker Figure European Black Forest Hand-Carved Lux Folk Art
Antique Wooden Nutcracker Figure European Black Forest Hand-Carved Lux Folk Art

Antique Wooden Nutcracker Figure European Black Forest Hand-Carved Lux Folk Art

Located in Wembley, GB

A beautifully preserved example of functional folk art that celebrates craftsmanship, humour and centuries of European carving tradition.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Serving Pieces

Materials

Boxwood, Fruitwood

Indoor Croissant End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Indoor Croissant End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Indoor Croissant End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern End Tables

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Croissant Large Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Croissant Large Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Croissant Large Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Red Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Red Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

Red Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Indoor Bouquet Tables by Kenneth Cobonpue
Set of Indoor Bouquet Tables by Kenneth Cobonpue

Set of Indoor Bouquet Tables by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Outdoor Croissant Medium Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Croissant Medium Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Croissant Medium Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Adesso Pale Grey Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Adesso Pale Grey Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

Adesso Pale Grey Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Adesso Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue
Adesso Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue

Adesso Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Adesso Sky Blue Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Adesso Sky Blue Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

Adesso Sky Blue Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Adesso Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Adesso Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

Adesso Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Outdoor Croissant End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Croissant End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Croissant End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern End Tables

Materials

Steel

Tangerine Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Tangerine Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

Tangerine Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Yellow Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Yellow Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

Yellow Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Moss Green Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Moss Green Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

Moss Green Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Blue Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Blue Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

Blue Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Outdoor Bouquet Tables by Kenneth Cobonpue
Set of Outdoor Bouquet Tables by Kenneth Cobonpue

Set of Outdoor Bouquet Tables by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lime Green Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Lime Green Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

Lime Green Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Indoor Croissant Large Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Indoor Croissant Large Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Indoor Croissant Large Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Amaya Regular Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Amaya Regular Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Amaya Regular Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Amaya Large Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Amaya Large Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Amaya Large Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Adesso Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Adesso Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Adesso Dining Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Adesso Lime Green Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Adesso Lime Green Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

Adesso Lime Green Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Indoor Croissant Medium Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Indoor Croissant Medium Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Indoor Croissant Medium Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Tangerine Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Tangerine Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

Tangerine Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Art Nouveau Solid Beechwood Swivel Chair, Height Adjustable, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Solid Beechwood Swivel Chair, Height Adjustable, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Solid Beechwood Swivel Chair, Height Adjustable, circa 1900

Located in Darmstadt, DE

This Art Nouveau swivel chair from around 1900 is made of solid beechwood and impresses with its sculptural form and functional elegance.

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Beech

Forma Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Forma Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

Forma Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Forma End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Forma End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Forma End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Indoor Lasso Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Indoor Lasso Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue

Indoor Lasso Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Forma Easy Armchair Petite Indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Forma Easy Armchair Petite Indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue

Forma Easy Armchair Petite Indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Forma Easy Armchair Petite by Kenneth Cobonpue
Forma Easy Armchair Petite by Kenneth Cobonpue

Forma Easy Armchair Petite by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Large Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Large Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Large Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Outdoor Lasso Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Lasso Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Lasso Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Indoor Large Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Indoor Large Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Indoor Large Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Matilda Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Matilda Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Matilda Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Red Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Red Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

Red Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Medium Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Medium Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Medium Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Indoor Medium Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Indoor Medium Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Indoor Medium Oval Lolah Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Matilda End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Matilda End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Outdoor Matilda End Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern End Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Forma Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Forma Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Forma Coffee Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Forma Bistro Table by Kenneth Cobonpue
Forma Bistro Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

Forma Bistro Table by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Discovering that modern design could have a new face using natural fibers and materials, Kenneth created pieces of functional art, offering an alternative to the Western definition o...

Category

2010s Philippine Modern Tables

Materials

Aluminum

'Wood-Blend Cabinet' Ornamental Round Edge Plywood Cabinet, Schimmel & Schweikle
'Wood-Blend Cabinet' Ornamental Round Edge Plywood Cabinet, Schimmel & Schweikle

'Wood-Blend Cabinet' Ornamental Round Edge Plywood Cabinet, Schimmel & Schweikle

By Janne Schimmel

Located in Antwerp, BE

The ‘Wood-Blend Cabinet’ is a large, functional art piece in the form of a round-edged cabinet that features ornamental detailing created using 3D modelling and printing software.

Category

2010s Dutch Other Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Tin

Restored Art Deco Piano Swivel Stool, by Thonet, Beech, Polished, Czech, 1930s
Restored Art Deco Piano Swivel Stool, by Thonet, Beech, Polished, Czech, 1930s

Restored Art Deco Piano Swivel Stool, by Thonet, Beech, Polished, Czech, 1930s

By Thonet

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Highest height: 55 cm (21.7 in) Lowest height: 43 cm (16.9 in) Diameter: 52 cm (20.5 in) This piano stool is an elegant and functional accessory from the Czechoslovak Art Deco perio...

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Model 317 Chair, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s
Model 317 Chair, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s

Model 317 Chair, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

Designed by the iconic design duo Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen this artfully crafted chair is the epitome of "functional art". Constructed from solid teak with out-of-this-wor...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Restored Art Deco Piano Swivel Stool, by Thonet, Beech, Polished, Czech, 1930s
Restored Art Deco Piano Swivel Stool, by Thonet, Beech, Polished, Czech, 1930s

Restored Art Deco Piano Swivel Stool, by Thonet, Beech, Polished, Czech, 1930s

By Thonet

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Highest height: 51 cm (20.1 in) Lowest height: 42 cm (16.5 in) Seat diameter: 42 cm (16.5 in) This piano stool is an elegant and functional accessory from the Czechoslovak Art Deco ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Art Deco Ceiling Lamp by Jean Noverdy, Glass & Metal, France, 1930
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp by Jean Noverdy, Glass & Metal, France, 1930

Art Deco Ceiling Lamp by Jean Noverdy, Glass & Metal, France, 1930

By Jean Noverdy

Located in Wiesbaden, DE

Additionally, the lamp has been rewired to meet modern safety standards, ensuring it is fully functional. Connoisseurs of exclusive Art Deco ceiling lights by Noverdy will appreciate...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Vanity with Sliding Center Cabinet and Stool, 1930s
French Art Deco Vanity with Sliding Center Cabinet and Stool, 1930s

French Art Deco Vanity with Sliding Center Cabinet and Stool, 1930s

Located in Almelo, NL

An elegant and highly functional French Art Deco dressing table with its original stool, dating from the 1930s.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal

Jindřich Halabala Art Deco Floor Lamp with Integrated Side Table for UP Závody
Jindřich Halabala Art Deco Floor Lamp with Integrated Side Table for UP Závody

Jindřich Halabala Art Deco Floor Lamp with Integrated Side Table for UP Závody

By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

An exceptional and highly collectible Art Deco multi-functional floor lamp with an integrated two-tier side table, designed by the pioneer of Czech modernism, Jindřich Halabala, and ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Slovak Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1940s Art Deco Three-Piece Bedroom Set in Honey-Colored Wood with Vanity Cabinet
1940s Art Deco Three-Piece Bedroom Set in Honey-Colored Wood with Vanity Cabinet

1940s Art Deco Three-Piece Bedroom Set in Honey-Colored Wood with Vanity Cabinet

Located in Lisbon, PT

This coordinated vintage ensemble embodies the refined elegance and functional design of the Art Deco period, combining architectural simplicity with beautifully balanced proportions.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal

1930s Lapis Blue Art Deco Ceramic Refrigerator Water Jug & Matching Stopper
1930s Lapis Blue Art Deco Ceramic Refrigerator Water Jug & Matching Stopper

1930s Lapis Blue Art Deco Ceramic Refrigerator Water Jug & Matching Stopper

Located in Red Lion, PA

1930s Lapis Blue Art Deco Ceramic Refrigerator Water Jug with Matching Stopper A stunning example of 1930s Art Deco design, this lapis blue glazed ceramic water jug is both a functi...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Cork

Restored Art Deco Reclining Armchair, Walnut, High Gloss, Czech. 1920s
Restored Art Deco Reclining Armchair, Walnut, High Gloss, Czech. 1920s

Restored Art Deco Reclining Armchair, Walnut, High Gloss, Czech. 1920s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

The steel chromed backrest reclining mechanism is fully functional. This Art Deco reclining armchair is ideal for those looking for furniture with history and style.

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Boho Chic Meets Cozy Tribal Enchantment
Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Boho Chic Meets Cozy Tribal Enchantment

Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Boho Chic Meets Cozy Tribal Enchantment

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Dallas, TX

Each element woven into its design reflects centuries-old traditions and beliefs, preserving the cultural legacy of the Berber people. As a functional art piece, this rug not only ad...

Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Art Deco Fruit Basket – Hand-Carved Wooden Bowl, France, 1930s
Art Deco Fruit Basket – Hand-Carved Wooden Bowl, France, 1930s

Art Deco Fruit Basket – Hand-Carved Wooden Bowl, France, 1930s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

The design is particularly distinctive, featuring sculpted representations of actual fruits, integrated into the body of the bowl itself — a remarkable example of functional sculptur...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood

DUNHILL Paris 1929 Art Deco Petrol Desk Barley Tall Club Lighter Sterling .925
DUNHILL Paris 1929 Art Deco Petrol Desk Barley Tall Club Lighter Sterling .925

DUNHILL Paris 1929 Art Deco Petrol Desk Barley Tall Club Lighter Sterling .925

By Alfred Dunhill, Dunhill

Located in Miami, FL

Its streamlined silhouette and finely executed mechanical decoration perfectly embody the functional elegance of the Art Deco period, while reflecting the exceptional standards assoc...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Coaster Box by GAB, Playing Card Motif, 1930s
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Coaster Box by GAB, Playing Card Motif, 1930s

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Coaster Box by GAB, Playing Card Motif, 1930s

By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget

Located in Stockholm, SE

The reverse is engraved with a dedication, enhancing its historical character. A sculptural yet functional example of Swedish Art Deco design. Details Creator: GAB (Guldsmedsaktieb...

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Pewter

1920's Art Deco Bauhaus American Hooked Carpet
1920's Art Deco Bauhaus American Hooked Carpet

1920's Art Deco Bauhaus American Hooked Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

Its richly textured surface reveals the dedication of skilled artisans who transformed functional textiles into works of art. The palette—a symphony of crimson red, golden ochre, dee...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Art Deco Ice Bucket in Silver-Plated Metal and Wood, France, 1940s
Art Deco Ice Bucket in Silver-Plated Metal and Wood, France, 1940s

Art Deco Ice Bucket in Silver-Plated Metal and Wood, France, 1940s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Style : Art Deco Modernist Mid-Century French design Vintage barware 1940s Key features : Silver-plated metal Turned-wood handles French-made Art Deco design Elegant conical shape S...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

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Functional Art For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of functional art available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and brass. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of functional art now, or shop our selection of 21 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of functional art you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of functional art made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of functional art over the years, but those crafted by Jim Rose, Lionel Jadot and JZUZ Livingelements are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Functional Art?

The average selling price for a piece of functional art at 1stDibs is $4,285, while they’re typically $75 on the low end and $34,145 for the highest priced.

Questions About Functional Art

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    There are a few potential functions of art, and the specific function of a particular piece depends on its subject matter and medium. In some cases, art tells a story from history, everyday life, mythology or religion. Other times, its purpose is to inspire people to think about or feel something about the message that it conveys. For some artists, the function of art is to express religious devotion or to memorialize the image of someone who is notable. Art also enhances the visual appeal of the spaces where it is displayed. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of fine art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    One example of functional art is pottery. The term functional art refers to items produced by artisans that have a function beyond serving as decoration. Pottery fits this definition because it can be used to store items, display flowers, serve foods and more. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between fine and functional art is its purpose. Functional art usually has a practical use. Ceramics, textiles and industrial design are examples of functional art. On the other hand, fine art typically exists to tell a story, convey a message or express an idea. Examples of fine art include paintings, prints and sculptures. Shop a wide variety of fine and functional art on 1stDibs.