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WMF art deco ikora glass BOWL karl wiedmann 1930s
WMF art deco ikora glass BOWL karl wiedmann 1930s

WMF art deco ikora glass BOWL karl wiedmann 1930s

By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Mannheim, DE

German Art Déco hand blown glass bowl designed by Karl Wiedmann for WMF (Wuerttembergische

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

1920's German Bellhop Decanter with Shot Glasses
1920's German Bellhop Decanter with Shot Glasses

1920's German Bellhop Decanter with Shot Glasses

Located in Red Lion, PA

Rare German Art Deco Bellhop Decanter with Shot Glasses This charming porcelain-glazed bellhop

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Barware

Materials

Porcelain, Cork

Rugs On Net Bold Vintage Mid Century Modern German Deco Sonia Delaunay Art Rug
Rugs On Net Bold Vintage Mid Century Modern German Deco Sonia Delaunay Art Rug

Rugs On Net Bold Vintage Mid Century Modern German Deco Sonia Delaunay Art Rug

By (after) Sonia Delaunay

Located in New York, NY

) Dynamic Vintage German Art Deco Geometric Wool Rug, Circa Date: 1960s. This striking German creation

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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Brass Miners Lantern Lighter & Marble Ashtray Vintage German 1920s
Brass Miners Lantern Lighter & Marble Ashtray Vintage German 1920s

Brass Miners Lantern Lighter & Marble Ashtray Vintage German 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic 1920s Art Deco Winners Lantern lighter on Marble Pedestal Ashtray. This exquisite German

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Vintage 1920s German Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal

Two-Arm Chrome and Glass Pendant, 1930s
Two-Arm Chrome and Glass Pendant, 1930s

Two-Arm Chrome and Glass Pendant, 1930s

Located in Vienna, AT

Modernist German Art Deco two-arm pendant from the 1930s. Chromed brass hardware with fabric

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

WMF Art Deco Round Silver Plated Box with Glass Insert, Germany, 1910s
WMF Art Deco Round Silver Plated Box with Glass Insert, Germany, 1910s

WMF Art Deco Round Silver Plated Box with Glass Insert, Germany, 1910s

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

WMF German Art Deco Round Silver Plated Box with Lid. A small Art Deco delicate silver plated box

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20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco German Metal and Glass Kabarett from WMF, 1920s
Art Deco German Metal and Glass Kabarett from WMF, 1920s

Art Deco German Metal and Glass Kabarett from WMF, 1920s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Art Deco German Metal and Glass Kabarett from WMF, 1920s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to

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20th Century German Art Deco More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Metal

WMF art deco ikora glass BOWL karl wiedmann 1930s orange and dark red
WMF art deco ikora glass BOWL karl wiedmann 1930s orange and dark red

WMF art deco ikora glass BOWL karl wiedmann 1930s orange and dark red

By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Ikora

Located in Mannheim, DE

German Art Déco hand blown glass bowl designed by Karl Wiedmann for WMF (Wuerttembergische

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

German polychrome porcelain eagle sculpture, Fritz Heidenreich, Rosenthal 1930s
German polychrome porcelain eagle sculpture, Fritz Heidenreich, Rosenthal 1930s

German polychrome porcelain eagle sculpture, Fritz Heidenreich, Rosenthal 1930s

By Fritz Heidenreich, Rosenthal

Located in MIlano, IT

German art decò polychrome porcelain eagle by Fritz Heidenreich for Rosenthal in the Selb

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Asian Inspired Bamboo Furniture Set, Art Deco Style, Germany, 1930s
Asian Inspired Bamboo Furniture Set, Art Deco Style, Germany, 1930s

Asian Inspired Bamboo Furniture Set, Art Deco Style, Germany, 1930s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Furniture

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Figural Ivorine Sculpture After Ferdinand Preiss, Circa 1925
Art Deco Figural Ivorine Sculpture After Ferdinand Preiss, Circa 1925

Art Deco Figural Ivorine Sculpture After Ferdinand Preiss, Circa 1925

By Ferdinand Preiss

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

proportions, and theatrical drapery are characteristic of early 20th century Viennese and German Art Deco

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Elegant Art Deco Armchair 1920s  White Fabric Reupholstered Vintage Furniture
Elegant Art Deco Armchair 1920s  White Fabric Reupholstered Vintage Furniture

Elegant Art Deco Armchair 1920s White Fabric Reupholstered Vintage Furniture

Located in Berlin, DE

This striking German Art Deco armchair, originally crafted in Berlin during the 1920s, has been

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Beech

Art Deco Ceramic Vase in Brown Tones, W. Germany, 1950, 35cm Height
Art Deco Ceramic Vase in Brown Tones, W. Germany, 1950, 35cm Height

Art Deco Ceramic Vase in Brown Tones, W. Germany, 1950, 35cm Height

By Art Decor

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Ceramic vase in brown tones with handles, with a center of characters in a German party of the time

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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Art Deco Brass Plate, Germany, Bauhaus, 1920s
Vintage Art Deco Brass Plate, Germany, Bauhaus, 1920s

Vintage Art Deco Brass Plate, Germany, Bauhaus, 1920s

Located in Roma, IT

Art Deco brass plate is an original decorative artwork realized in the 1930s. Original brass

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Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Decorative Art

Materials

Brass

Schaubach Kunst Porcelain Figurine of a Volleyball Player, 1936 Olympics
Schaubach Kunst Porcelain Figurine of a Volleyball Player, 1936 Olympics

Schaubach Kunst Porcelain Figurine of a Volleyball Player, 1936 Olympics

By Schaubach Kunst

Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Elegant Art Deco porcelain figurine by Schaubach Kunst, Germany, depicting a female volleyball

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco 4 Armchairs, German
Art Deco 4 Armchairs, German

Art Deco 4 Armchairs, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

4 Armchairs (The Armchairs are delivered re-polished) Art Deco You want to live in the golden years

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco 4 Armchairs, German
Art Deco 4 Armchairs, German

Art Deco 4 Armchairs, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

4 chairs (The chairs are delivered re-polished) Art Deco You want to live in the golden years

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of West German Bay Keramiek Vases, Art Deco Revival, 1980s
Pair of West German Bay Keramiek Vases, Art Deco Revival, 1980s

Pair of West German Bay Keramiek Vases, Art Deco Revival, 1980s

By Bay Keramik, West German Pottery

Located in Valencia, VC

Beautiful Pair of West German Bay Keramiek Art Pottery Vases, Post-Modern / Art Deco Revival, 1980s

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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware

Art Deco Glas Funnel Set of 2 Wall Lamps by Doria Leuchten in Orange, Germany
Art Deco Glas Funnel Set of 2 Wall Lamps by Doria Leuchten in Orange, Germany

Art Deco Glas Funnel Set of 2 Wall Lamps by Doria Leuchten in Orange, Germany

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Andernach, DE

Beautifully designed Art Deco wall lamps / sconces by 'Doria Leuchten', one of Germany's famous

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Art Deco German  Floor Lamp
Art Deco German  Floor Lamp

Art Deco German Floor Lamp

Located in Houston, TX

Beautiful Art Deco German Lamp. The body of the lamp is made of beech wood with 5 chrome circles

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco  Vases by Walther 'Germany'
Art Deco  Vases by Walther 'Germany'

Art Deco Vases by Walther 'Germany'

By Walther & Sohne

Located in Verviers, BE

Vase from the Walther factory in Germany, from their midcentury production. This Faceted sides so

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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Colorful Art Deco Beaded Pouch, circa 1920s
Colorful Art Deco Beaded Pouch, circa 1920s

Colorful Art Deco Beaded Pouch, circa 1920s

Located in Hamburg, DE

This vibrant antique beaded pouch dates to the Art Deco period of the 1920s and captures the bold

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Antiquities

Materials

Cotton, Glass

Art Deco Center Table, Germany 1910-20
Art Deco Center Table, Germany 1910-20

Art Deco Center Table, Germany 1910-20

Located in Leimen, DE

This unique Art Deco table dates back to around 1910-20. It comes from Germany. The table has a

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Vintage 1910s German Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Walnut

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German
Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Weref Tee Original Art Deco German Advertising Poster
Weref Tee Original Art Deco German Advertising Poster

Weref Tee Original Art Deco German Advertising Poster

Located in Winter Park, FL

An original Art Deco poster advertising Weref Tee, a German tea company. Geometric design in shades

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Posters

Materials

Paper, Canvas

Antique Siemens Art Deco Bakelite & Brass Fan, 1920s
Antique Siemens Art Deco Bakelite & Brass Fan, 1920s

Antique Siemens Art Deco Bakelite & Brass Fan, 1920s

By Siemens

Located in Hamburg, DE

the elegance of the Art Deco era. The beautifully curved frame is made from rich, dark Bakelite, a

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antiquities

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Flush Mount, Germany 1930s
Art Deco Flush Mount, Germany 1930s

Art Deco Flush Mount, Germany 1930s

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This Art Deco flush mount was designed any manufactured in Germany in the 1930s. The light

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Brass Art Deco Table, Germany, 1960s
Brass Art Deco Table, Germany, 1960s

Brass Art Deco Table, Germany, 1960s

$1,339Sale Price|20% Off

Brass Art Deco Table, Germany, 1960s

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This Art Deco table lamp, crafted in Germany in the 1950s, showcases a striking design influenced

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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Deco style pendant lamps . Germany .
Art Deco style pendant lamps . Germany .

Art Deco style pendant lamps . Germany .

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice set of pendant lamps . Art Glass shades . . Art Deco style . set price 650 euro

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Early 2000s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

2 Art Deco Plates, 1930, German
2 Art Deco Plates, 1930, German

2 Art Deco Plates, 1930, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2-Hanging lamps Material: Chrome bronze Style: Art Deco Country: German To take care of your

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Desk Lamp 1930s Germany
Art Deco Desk Lamp 1930s Germany

Art Deco Desk Lamp 1930s Germany

$622Sale Price|20% Off

Art Deco Desk Lamp 1930s Germany

By Max Schumacher

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice Art Deco Desk lamp. Nickel base, comes with a original Red shade . Attributed to Max

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Streamline Ceiling Ventilator, 1940s, Germany
Art Deco Streamline Ceiling Ventilator, 1940s, Germany

Art Deco Streamline Ceiling Ventilator, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Streamline Ceiling Ventilator, 1940s, Germany Measurements: Diameter: 75 cm Height: 55

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Reinhold Merkelbach Art Deco German Art Pottery Lidded Jug
Reinhold Merkelbach Art Deco German Art Pottery Lidded Jug

Reinhold Merkelbach Art Deco German Art Pottery Lidded Jug

By Reinhold Merkelbach

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning art deco German pewter mounted stoneware bird decorated jug made by Reinhold Merkelbach

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, 1980s, Germany
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, 1980s, Germany

Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, 1980s, Germany

By Otto Wagner

Located in Hannover, DE

This beautiful ceiling lamp is an absolute classic design all the way back in the art deco period

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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Deco Floor Polisher by Siemens-Schuckert, Germany, 1930s
Art Deco Floor Polisher by Siemens-Schuckert, Germany, 1930s

Art Deco Floor Polisher by Siemens-Schuckert, Germany, 1930s

By Siemens

Located in Praha, CZ

- Art Deco Floor Polisher by Siemens-Schuckert, Germany, 1930s, - model Protos, made of Chrome and

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Flooring

Materials

Chrome

Antique Art Deco German Silver Bread Dish, Circa 1900
Antique Art Deco German Silver Bread Dish, Circa 1900

Antique Art Deco German Silver Bread Dish, Circa 1900

By Körner & Proll

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique German silver bread dish in the Art Deco style; an addition to our

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20th Century German Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Rosenthal, Germany. Cockatoo in porcelain. Art Deco style.
Rosenthal, Germany. Cockatoo in porcelain. Art Deco style.

Rosenthal, Germany. Cockatoo in porcelain. Art Deco style.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Rosenthal, Germany. Cockatoo in porcelain. Art Deco style. Model: K654 Dating: Ca. 1930s. Stamped

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Rattan Wicker Table, Germany, ca. 1920
Art Deco Rattan Wicker Table, Germany, ca. 1920

Art Deco Rattan Wicker Table, Germany, ca. 1920

Located in Cork, IE

visible to the outside world. Our second-hand items may not fulfil state-of-the art safety standards and

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Tables

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Glass Table Lamp, Germany, 1940s
Art Deco Glass Table Lamp, Germany, 1940s

Art Deco Glass Table Lamp, Germany, 1940s

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This vintage Art Deco table lamp from the 1940s is a stunning example of the era’s artistic design

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

1920/30s ART DECO Vanity Set, Hoka, Germany
1920/30s ART DECO Vanity Set, Hoka, Germany

1920/30s ART DECO Vanity Set, Hoka, Germany

By Hoka

Located in Skien, NO

Stunning antique Vanity set in ART DECO style from ca. 1920/30s. Silver / Silver plated, by Hoka

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Art Deco Blown Glass and German Silver Mounted Decanter
Art Deco Blown Glass and German Silver Mounted Decanter

Art Deco Blown Glass and German Silver Mounted Decanter

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage glass and German silver mounted decanter in the Art

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Glass

Materials

Silver

Art deco Table Clock and Lamp 1930s  Germany
Art deco Table Clock and Lamp 1930s  Germany

Art deco Table Clock and Lamp 1930s Germany

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice Art Deco table Clock Lamp .Chrome with Red details . Good working Clock and lamp

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany Brass hardware This lamp works with 2x E27 light

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Porcelain Powder Box, German, circa 1930
Art Deco Porcelain Powder Box, German, circa 1930

Art Deco Porcelain Powder Box, German, circa 1930

Located in Devon, England

of flowers, this is a great example of Art Deco. Originating from Germany in the 1930s from heavy

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Bauhaus Pendant, Germany, circa 1920s
Art Deco Bauhaus Pendant, Germany, circa 1920s

Art Deco Bauhaus Pendant, Germany, circa 1920s

By Bauhaus Deutschland

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco Bauhaus pendant, Germany, circa 1920s Brass chromed Opal glass.

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opal, Chrome

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany Chrome details and bakelite hardware This lamp

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Lamp, 1920, in chrome , German
Art Deco Lamp, 1920, in chrome , German

Art Deco Lamp, 1920, in chrome , German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Table lamp Art deco Materia: chrome Style: Art Deco Country: German To take care of your property

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of German WMF Art Deco Metal Jugs
Pair of German WMF Art Deco Metal Jugs

Pair of German WMF Art Deco Metal Jugs

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Miami, US

A striking pair of German WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) metal jugs in the Art Deco style

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Jars

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Metal

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany Brass detail parts and hardware This lamp works

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Flapper Porcelain Powder Puff, Germany, 1920s
Art Deco Flapper Porcelain Powder Puff, Germany, 1920s

Art Deco Flapper Porcelain Powder Puff, Germany, 1920s

By Carl Schneider

Located in Lisbon, PT

, renowned for detailed and expressive half dolls. Perfect for collectors of Art Deco, German porcelain, or

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Vintage Fabric Wood Glove Puppetry, circa 1920 Austria
Art Deco Vintage Fabric Wood Glove Puppetry, circa 1920 Austria

Art Deco Vintage Fabric Wood Glove Puppetry, circa 1920 Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

Art deco vintage glove puppetry with 10 character puppets, circa 1920 Austria. A fabulous and very

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Toys

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Fabric, Wood

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German Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the German art deco you’re looking for. Each German art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and wood. Find 1803 options for an antique or vintage German art deco now, or shop our selection of 45 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a German art deco — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A German art deco made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Rosenthal and Kienzle Clocks each produced at least one beautiful German art deco that is worth considering.

How Much is a German Art Deco?

The average selling price for a German art deco at 1stDibs is $1,419, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $60,000 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 German 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.