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Restored Art Deco Dining Table, by Thonet, Chrome, Steel, Germany, 1930s
Restored Art Deco Dining Table, by Thonet, Chrome, Steel, Germany, 1930s

Restored Art Deco Dining Table, by Thonet, Chrome, Steel, Germany, 1930s

By Thonet

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

restored. This item features classic Art Deco elements. Art Deco is a style that originated in France

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Silver and Enamel Vanity Case, Art Deco Period, Germany, circa 1930
Silver and Enamel Vanity Case, Art Deco Period, Germany, circa 1930

Silver and Enamel Vanity Case, Art Deco Period, Germany, circa 1930

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Silver and enamel vanity case. Art Deco period. Germany, circa 1930. Vanity case dimensions: 11

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Lemons Art Deco Period Ceramic Vase Max Laeuger Germany 1921
Lemons Art Deco Period Ceramic Vase Max Laeuger Germany 1921

Lemons Art Deco Period Ceramic Vase Max Laeuger Germany 1921

Located in New York, NY

An Art Deco Period Vase By Max Laeuger "Lemons" from Germany 1921. Finely glazed in yellow, green

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Art Déco Porcelain Figurine 'Merry March', C. Holzer-Defanti, Rosenthal Germany
Art Déco Porcelain Figurine 'Merry March', C. Holzer-Defanti, Rosenthal Germany

Art Déco Porcelain Figurine 'Merry March', C. Holzer-Defanti, Rosenthal Germany

By Constantin Holzer-Defanti, Rosenthal

Located in Vienna, AT

Manufactory: Selb / Bavaria / Rosenthal Germany Dating: manufactured ca. 1920 Material and technique

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Amber Blown Glass Bowl or Centerpiece by Brockwitz, Germany
Art Deco Amber Blown Glass Bowl or Centerpiece by Brockwitz, Germany

Art Deco Amber Blown Glass Bowl or Centerpiece by Brockwitz, Germany

By Brockwitz

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Germany by Brockwitz, 1930s - 1940s. This rare bowl / centerpiece is made in amber blown

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Blown Glass

Art Deco Half Doll Flapper Girl Powder Jar, German, c1930
Art Deco Half Doll Flapper Girl Powder Jar, German, c1930

Art Deco Half Doll Flapper Girl Powder Jar, German, c1930

Located in Devon, England

For your consideration is this very attractive and totally original 1930's Art deco ladies powder

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Jars

Materials

Porcelain

1 of the 5 Art Deco Blown Glass and Brass Wall Sconces by Doria, 1960
1 of the 5 Art Deco Blown Glass and Brass Wall Sconces by Doria, 1960

1 of the 5 Art Deco Blown Glass and Brass Wall Sconces by Doria, 1960

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Rijssen, NL

, Germany in 1960. They are designed with a brass back plate and art deco style glass shades. High-end

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Antique German Lifebuoy with Strong Patina – Early 20th Century
Antique German Lifebuoy with Strong Patina – Early 20th Century

Antique German Lifebuoy with Strong Patina – Early 20th Century

Located in Hamburg, DE

This authentic 20th-century German lifebuoy is a rare maritime artifact with exceptional decorative

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Antiquities

Materials

Canvas, Foam

3-armed Glass and Brass Art Deco Chandelier, 1940s, Germany
3-armed Glass and Brass Art Deco Chandelier, 1940s, Germany

3-armed Glass and Brass Art Deco Chandelier, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

3-armed Glass and Brass Art Deco Chandelier, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Marble Looking White Glass Art Deco Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Marble Looking White Glass Art Deco Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Marble Looking White Glass Art Deco Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Marble Looking White Glass Art Deco Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany This lamp works with E27 light

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

German Continental Silver and Onyx Monumental Trophy in Art Deco Style
German Continental Silver and Onyx Monumental Trophy in Art Deco Style

German Continental Silver and Onyx Monumental Trophy in Art Deco Style

Located in New York, NY

squadron in motorboat races in 1912, in exquisite Art Deco style with stylized geometric patterns topped by

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Stylish Mantel Clock By Gustav Becker, Germany, c1930
Art Deco Stylish Mantel Clock By Gustav Becker, Germany, c1930

Art Deco Stylish Mantel Clock By Gustav Becker, Germany, c1930

Located in Devon, England

Absolutely spectacular Art Deco mantel clock with a wonderful cloud shape case with the movement

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Glass Ceiling Lamp by VEB Leuchten, 1940s, Germany
Art Deco Glass Ceiling Lamp by VEB Leuchten, 1940s, Germany

Art Deco Glass Ceiling Lamp by VEB Leuchten, 1940s, Germany

By VEB Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Glass Ceiling Lamp by VEB Leuchten, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Decanter & 6 Glasses Set Clear & Black, Vintage German 1930s
Art Deco Decanter & 6 Glasses Set Clear & Black, Vintage German 1930s

Art Deco Decanter & 6 Glasses Set Clear & Black, Vintage German 1930s

By Bimini Glass

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A slightly cheeky Art Deco decanter set with matching set of six glasses in handblown clear glass

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Art Deco White Glass and Brass Pendant Light, Germany, 1930s
Art Deco White Glass and Brass Pendant Light, Germany, 1930s

Art Deco White Glass and Brass Pendant Light, Germany, 1930s

Located in Barntrup, DE

This stunning Art Deco pendant light, crafted in Germany in the 1930s, features an elegant

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass Art Deco Bauhaus Chandelier by Kaiser & Co., 1930s, Germany
Brass Art Deco Bauhaus Chandelier by Kaiser & Co., 1930s, Germany

Brass Art Deco Bauhaus Chandelier by Kaiser & Co., 1930s, Germany

By Kaiser and Co

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Brass Art Deco Bauhaus chandelier by Kaiser & Co., 1930s, Germany Lampshade is in very good

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Brass Wall Coat Rack with Six Hooks, Germany, Circa 1930
Art Deco Brass Wall Coat Rack with Six Hooks, Germany, Circa 1930

Art Deco Brass Wall Coat Rack with Six Hooks, Germany, Circa 1930

Located in Barntrup, DE

Art Deco brass wall coat rack, circa the 1930s, Germany. An elegant Art Deco wall coat rack made of

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells, 1930s
2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells, 1930s

2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells, 1930s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells Super decorative. Will be sent in 2 packages because of

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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Vintage Amethyst Glass Set Art Deco by Walther and Sohne, Germany 1930s
Vintage Amethyst Glass Set Art Deco by Walther and Sohne, Germany 1930s

Vintage Amethyst Glass Set Art Deco by Walther and Sohne, Germany 1930s

By Walther Glass

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Art Deco amethyst glass vase by Walther & Sons and a bowl by Moser Glass, all manufactured in the

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

2 Monumental Table Lamps, Style :Art Deco, 1930, Country: German
2 Monumental Table Lamps, Style :Art Deco, 1930, Country: German

2 Monumental Table Lamps, Style :Art Deco, 1930, Country: German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Monumental table lamps Style :Art Deco year: 1930 Country: German Material: wood and chrome It is an

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Whippet Greyhound Dog Bronze Door Stop, Art Deco Style Vintage German
Whippet Greyhound Dog Bronze Door Stop, Art Deco Style Vintage German

Whippet Greyhound Dog Bronze Door Stop, Art Deco Style Vintage German

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful and substantial Art Deco style bronze whippet or greyhound dog sculpture door stand

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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Art Deco German Silver Lustre Porcelain Sugar Bowl Jug WMF Königszelt Porzellan
Art Deco German Silver Lustre Porcelain Sugar Bowl Jug WMF Königszelt Porzellan

Art Deco German Silver Lustre Porcelain Sugar Bowl Jug WMF Königszelt Porzellan

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Greven, DE

Art Deco German Silver Lustre Porcelain Sugar Bowl Jug WMF Königszelt Porzellan German Porcelain

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Large sacred art deco bronze candle holder, Germany around 1930
Large sacred art deco bronze candle holder, Germany around 1930

Large sacred art deco bronze candle holder, Germany around 1930

Located in Hannover, DE

This pillar candle holder exudes a sacred atmosphere with its simple and high-quality workmanship. This candlestick originally came from a church and was used there for many years. T...

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Candlesticks

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Bronze

Restored Art Deco Side Table, Marcel Breuer, Thonet Chrome Steel, Germany, 1930s
Restored Art Deco Side Table, Marcel Breuer, Thonet Chrome Steel, Germany, 1930s

Restored Art Deco Side Table, Marcel Breuer, Thonet Chrome Steel, Germany, 1930s

By Thonet, Marcel Breuer

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Restored Art Deco side table Designer: Marcel Breuer Maker: Thonet Period: 1930-1939 Source

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of 2 Art Deco Ceramic Vases, Germany
Set of 2 Art Deco Ceramic Vases, Germany

Set of 2 Art Deco Ceramic Vases, Germany

Located in Hamburg, DE

Art Deco Ceramic Vases, Germany, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949

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20th Century German Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Stil Shell Design Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany
Art Deco Stil Shell Design Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany

Art Deco Stil Shell Design Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco stil shell design pair of sconces, 1960s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall

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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Chandelier, Frosted Milk Glass, German Design, 90cm Diameter
Art Deco Chandelier, Frosted Milk Glass, German Design, 90cm Diameter

Art Deco Chandelier, Frosted Milk Glass, German Design, 90cm Diameter

Located in Hannover, DE

This huge Art Deco chandelier impresses with its size and imposing appearance. Admire the beautiful

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Milk Glass, Oak, Paint

German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco
German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco

German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Description: Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass element designed by Karl Wiedmann and produced WMF, Germany in

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Art Deco Steel Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1930s, Newly Wired, 60cm
Art Deco Steel Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1930s, Newly Wired, 60cm

Art Deco Steel Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1930s, Newly Wired, 60cm

Located in Berlin, DE

1930s German pendant lamp in excellent condition and newly wired. Please note: Lamp should be

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1920s
Art Deco Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1920s

Art Deco Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This beautiful antique green color cast iron Christmas tree stand, was made in Germany, in the

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Vintage 1920s German Folk Art Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal, Iron

Art Deco Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1920s
Art Deco Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1920s

Art Deco Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This beautiful antique green color cast iron Christmas tree stand, was made in Germany, in the

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Vintage 1920s German Folk Art Architectural Elements

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Metal, Iron

Glazed Ceramic Art Deco Vase with Flowers by Schramberg Germany, 1920s
Glazed Ceramic Art Deco Vase with Flowers by Schramberg Germany, 1920s

Glazed Ceramic Art Deco Vase with Flowers by Schramberg Germany, 1920s

By Schramberg Majolica

Located in Esbjerg, DK

SMF Schramberg hand-painted Majolica ceramic vase decorated with colorful flowers. Art Deco styling

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Vases

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Ceramic

Beautiful Pendant Lamp, Art Deco Bauhaus, Germany 1920s
Beautiful Pendant Lamp, Art Deco Bauhaus, Germany 1920s

Beautiful Pendant Lamp, Art Deco Bauhaus, Germany 1920s

Located in München, BY

Original and rare Art Deco/Bauhaus pendant lamp made of copper, brass and glass, Germany, circa

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Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Ceramic Base, 1940s, Germany
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Ceramic Base, 1940s, Germany

Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Ceramic Base, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Ceramic Base, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco
German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco

German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco

By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass element designed by Karl Wiedmann and produced WMF, Germany in the 1930s

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Art Deco Table Lamps in Bronze , German, 1930
Pair of Art Deco Table Lamps in Bronze , German, 1930

Pair of Art Deco Table Lamps in Bronze , German, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: Art Deco Country: German To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco
German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco

German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Description: Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass element designed by Karl Wiedmann and produced WMF, Germany in

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Peter Behrens “Luzette” Art Deco Opaline Glass Pendant, Germany, 1930s
Peter Behrens “Luzette” Art Deco Opaline Glass Pendant, Germany, 1930s

Peter Behrens “Luzette” Art Deco Opaline Glass Pendant, Germany, 1930s

By Peter Behrens

Located in Praha, CZ

Exceptional “Luzette” pendant designed by Peter Behrens for AEG and Siemens, Germany, circa 1930

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Style Opaline Glass and Chrome Single Sconce, 1950s, Germany
Art Deco Style Opaline Glass and Chrome Single Sconce, 1950s, Germany

Art Deco Style Opaline Glass and Chrome Single Sconce, 1950s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Style Opaline Glass and Chrome Single Sconce, 1950s, Germany Very elegant and minimal

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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Milk Glass and Antique Brass Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Art Deco Milk Glass and Antique Brass Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Art Deco Milk Glass and Antique Brass Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Milk Glass and Antique Brass Pendant Lamp, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco German Studio Pottery Wall Plate by Paul Dresler, 1940s
Art Deco German Studio Pottery Wall Plate by Paul Dresler, 1940s

Art Deco German Studio Pottery Wall Plate by Paul Dresler, 1940s

By Paul Dresler

Located in Hamburg, DE

Art Deco German Studio Pottery Wall Plate by Paul Dresler for Töpferei Grootenburg, 1940s, in Very

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

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Hand-Carved Linden Wood Owl Bookends, Germany, Circa 1930
Art Deco Hand-Carved Linden Wood Owl Bookends, Germany, Circa 1930

Art Deco Hand-Carved Linden Wood Owl Bookends, Germany, Circa 1930

Located in Barntrup, DE

, Germany, circa the 1930s. These adorable bookends will make a wonderful accent on a bookshelf, mantel, or

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Wood

2 Art Deco Hanging lamps in Alabaster and Chrome, 1930, German
2 Art Deco Hanging lamps in Alabaster and Chrome, 1930, German

2 Art Deco Hanging lamps in Alabaster and Chrome, 1930, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Glass Lamp, Germany, Amber colored , 1940s, bell shape
Art Deco Glass Lamp, Germany, Amber colored , 1940s, bell shape

Art Deco Glass Lamp, Germany, Amber colored , 1940s, bell shape

Located in Berlin, BE

Very decorative and well-preserved glass pendant lamp in opaline glass. Attractive, slightly striped amber on the outside, creamy white on the inside. Hangs from a brass rod with a ...

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Two Vintage Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitchers, Germany Early 20th Century
Two Vintage Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitchers, Germany Early 20th Century

Two Vintage Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitchers, Germany Early 20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

. Orginal silver plated metal. Made in Germany. Very good conditions. Very beautiful and brilliant

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Pitchers

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Metal, Silver Plate

Art Deco Hanging Lamp in Chrome and Alabaster, German, 1930
Art Deco Hanging Lamp in Chrome and Alabaster, German, 1930

Art Deco Hanging Lamp in Chrome and Alabaster, German, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

lamp. Material: Chrome and alabaster Style: Art Deco Country:German To take care of your property and

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Chrome

Art Deco Period Desk Lamp Germany circa 1920
Art Deco Period Desk Lamp Germany circa 1920

Art Deco Period Desk Lamp Germany circa 1920

Located in New York, NY

An Art Deco period desk lamp from Germany circa 1930. Black enamel and polished steel. Dimensions

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Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Table Lamps

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Steel, Metal

Art Deco Dining Table 1930, German, '8 People', Materials: Wood and Chrome
Art Deco Dining Table 1930, German, '8 People', Materials: Wood and Chrome

Art Deco Dining Table 1930, German, '8 People', Materials: Wood and Chrome

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

table Art Deco Year: 1930 Country: German Wood and leather It is an elegant and sophisticated dining

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dining Room Tables

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Chrome

Art Deco Hanging Lamp in Chrome and Glass 1930, German
Art Deco Hanging Lamp in Chrome and Glass 1930, German

Art Deco Hanging Lamp in Chrome and Glass 1930, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

lamp Material: chrome and glass Style: Art Deco Country:German To take care of your property and the

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

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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.