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French Art Deco Tiger-Mahogany Sideboard, in the style of Jules-Emile Leleu
Located in San Francisco, CA
Executed in a well-figured tiger-mahogany with mahogany secondary wood, having a shaped top, above the four drawer case with chromed pulls all flanked by two doors; raised on splayed...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
H 35.25 in W 62.5 in D 18.25 in
Jules Leleu low table
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ensembles Mobiliers, 1952. See photos.
JULES-EMILE LELEU
(1883-1961)
French sculptor and designer, Jules
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Wood
Jules Leleu Low Rosewood Coffee Table
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
" diameter x 21" high. Documented in Interieurs d’Aujourd ‘Hui.
JULES-EMILE LELEU
(1883-1961)
French
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Jules Leleu pair of armchairs
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Annees Trente. Documented
JULES-EMILE LELEU
(1883-1961)
French sculptor and designer, Jules Leleu was
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Cherry
Jules Leleu Pair of Roll-Back Armchairs
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
unrestored in the photographs.
Four available. Priced per pair.
JULES-EMILE LELEU
(1883-1961)
French
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Mahogany pedestal table, attributed to J. Leleu, Art Deco – 1940
By Jules Leleu
Located in HÉRIC, FR
-Emile Leleu (1883-1961). Awarded an Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters, Leleu is known for
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Gueridon
Materials
Metal
Jules Leleu French Art Deco settee
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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JULES-EMILE LELEU
(1883-1961)
French sculptor and designer, Jules Leleu was born and raised in
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees
Materials
Wood
Precious Wood Bar Buffet attributed to J.Leleu, Art Deco – 1940
By Jules Leleu
Located in HÉRIC, FR
Remarkable Art Deco buffet bar attributed to the famous French designer and decorator Jules-Emile
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Table Attributed To Jules Leleu
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu, André Arbus, Dominique, Jacques Adnet
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco Table Attributed To Jules Leleu.
This handsome period French Art Deco table
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tables
Materials
Sycamore
Large French Art Deco Jules Leleu Attributed Square Ottoman
By Maison Dominique, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, André Arbus, Dominique
Located in Houston, TX
Large French Art Deco Jules Leleu attributed square ottoman.
Stunning large 1930s French Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Benches
Materials
Macassar
Large French Art Deco Bench or Ottoman, Jules Leleu Inspired
By Jules Leleu, Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, André Arbus, Dominique
Located in Houston, TX
Large French Art Deco bench or ottoman, Jules Leleu inspired.
Stunning French Art Deco upholstered
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Macassar
French Art Deco Rosewood Sideboard With Bar, 1940's
By Jules Leleu
Located in Culver City, CA
buffet, inspired by the works of Jules Leleu and Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, is more than just furniture—it’s
Category
Vintage 1940s French Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of French Art Deco Nightstands
By Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Houston, TX
similar in design to those of Jules Leleu and date to the 1930's.
Beautiful!
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Glass, Wood
Elegant French Art Deco Table, Macassar, 1940s
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Dining table, Macassar, France, 1940s.
Majestic centre table in Macassar. This Art Deco table shows great craftsmanship. The base and legs are beautifully detailed. This table has...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Art Deco Chair, England, 1930s
By Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Maurice Dufrêne
Located in LEWES, GB
A wonderful sculptural Art Deco English chair from the 1930s. Sold for customer to reupholster in their own choice of fabric. We offer reupholstery in COM for an additional charg...
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
French Art Deco Bench
By Dominique, Francisque Chaleyssin, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, André Arbus, Jules Leleu
Located in Houston, TX
period. This versatile Jules Leleu inspired bench would work well in an entrance hall, living area
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Benches
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Superb Pair of Round Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, brown/grey premium 100% alpaca fabr...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Pair of French Art Deco Club Chairs Attributed To Jacques Adnet
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, André Arbus, Dominique, Jacques Adnet, Jules Leleu
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French Art Deco Club chairs by Jacques Adnet.
Pair of French club chairs or lounge chairs by Jacques Adnet. This stunning pair of sculptural French Art Deco club chairs, loun...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Oak
Elegant Sofa Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Pierre Chareau, Paul Dupré-Lafon, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb Art Deco style sofa, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca fabric. Fast shipping worldw...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
French Art Deco Goatskin Lounge Chair, Andre André Arbus Attributed
By Jacques Adnet, André Arbus, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Maison Jansen, Jules Leleu
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco Goatskin Lounge Chair, André Arbus Attributed.
Our outstanding French Deco Andre Arbus attributed lounge chair, club chair or side chair was created with the most un...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Goatskin, Wood
Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpaca ...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jacques Adnet
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca wool fab...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
H 29.93 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Round Leaning Club Chair and Ottoman, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jacques Adnet, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb round, leaning modern club chair and ottoman, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpa...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jacques Adnet
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, grey (with a hint of brown) premium ...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Round Leaning Club Chair and Ottoman in Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb round, leaning, modern club chair, upholstered in pure Alpaca, with a matching ottoman. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpa...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Round Leaning Club Chair and Ottoman in Alpaca
By Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb round, leaning, modern club chair, upholstered in pure Alpaca, with a matching ottoman. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpa...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs and Ottomans in Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jacques Adnet, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca, with a matching pair of ottomans. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, i...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Console /Sofa Table after G. Ponti
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
References: Andre Arbus, Dominique, Maison Jansen, Jules Leleu, Emile Jacques Ruhlmann, Paolo Buffa.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Hardwood
H 34 in W 72 in D 18 in
French Modern Neoclassical Black Lacquer & Leather Console Att. Andre Arbus 1940
By André Arbus
Located in New York, NY
function in most settings.
Additional References: Jean Pascaud, Dominque, Emile Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.75 in W 39.5 in D 17 in
Vintage Art Deco Chest of Drawers in Birch, 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Jules Leleu, and Jean-Michel Frank.
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Birch
Pair, French Mid-Century Modern Studded Black Leather End Tables, Pierre Lottier
By Jean-Michel Frank, Pierre Lottier
Located in New York, NY
References: Jean-Michel Frank, Jacques Adnet, Jean-Michel Frank, Gio Ponti, Emile Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
H 25.5 in W 25.75 in D 22 in
French Art Deco Leather, Macassar Ebony Sideboard Attributed to Maurice Rinck
By Maurice Rinck
Located in Culver City, CA
Rinck, a visionary and key player in Art Deco design alongside icons like Jules Leleu and Émile-Jacques
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 40 in W 77 in D 19.75 in
Jules Leleu, Coffee Table with Tripod Base, circa 1930
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
, glass and nickel plated metal. It is in great condition.
Jules-Emile Leleu (1883-1961)
French
Category
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Grand Piano by Gaveau Paris Designed by Jules Émile Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Ettlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg
Gaveau grand piano with case designed by "Jules-Émile Leleu"
Model 1/2 Queue
Unique case
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Musical Instruments
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony, Walnut
H 41.34 in W 60.24 in D 82.68 in
Unique French Art Deco Alabaster Sconces 1920s Gilt Bronze Ruhlmann Cheuret Era
By Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Albert Cheuret
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Rare pair French gilt bronze and unique carved creamy white beige or ivory color alabaster half bowl sconces with beautiful charcoal mineral veining in black and silver grey from the...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
Custom French Art Deco Grand Buffet 1930 Cabinet
Located in Oakland, CA
in decorative arts. This piece, designed In the style of Dominique, Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Ebony, Amboyna
Fine Art Deco Commode by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Milan, Italy
Jules-Emile Leleu (1883-1961), the French furniture designer and sculptor, was born and raised just
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rare Inlaid Cabinet Signed J. Leleu, France, Circa 1940
By Jules Leleu
Located in PARIS, FR
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Jules-Émile Leleu, born in Boulogne-sur-Mer in June 17th, 1883 and died in Paris in July 11th 1961, is a
Category
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Model 162 table lamp by Jean Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
, Jacques Emile Ruhlmann, Jules Emile Leleu, Le Corbusier).
It is composed of four cylinders in extra-white
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Walnut Club Chair or Lounge Chair Inspired by André Arbus
By Maison Dominique, Jules Leleu, André Arbus, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique
Located in Houston, TX
Simple and elegant period French Art Deco upholstered walnut club chair, lounge chair or bergère, circa 1930. Beautiful from every side. This French side chair in the manner of André...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 32.75 in W 33 in D 29.5 in
French Art Deco Loveseat Upholstered in Leather, Jules Leleu Attributed
By Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Jules Leleu, André Arbus
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco loveseat upholstered in leather, Jules Leleu attributed. Stunning French Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Macassar
French Art Deco Table, Macassar, 1940s
By Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Dining table, Macassar, France, 1940s.
Majestic centre table in Macassar. This Art Deco table shows great craftsmanship. The base and legs are beautifully detailed. This table has...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Rare Armchairs, France, 1930s/1940s, Newly Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in LEWES, GB
A grand and elegant pair of rare 1930s / 1940s armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca fabric.
UK customers please note: Prices do not include VAT.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
H 33.08 in W 44.1 in D 39.38 in
Sculptural Pair of Art Deco Chairs, France, 1930s / 1940s
By Jules Leleu, Maurice Dufrêne, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in LEWES, GB
A stunning, rare pair of art deco French chairs from the 1930s/40s. The chairs were reupholstered (probably around the 1980s). We can reupholster in COM. Fast shipping worldwide.
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Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Elegant Art Deco Sofa, France, 1940s, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Pierre Chareau, Paul Dupré-Lafon, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb Art Deco sofa, France, 1940s, re-upholstered in a luxurious pure Alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpaca ...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, brown/grey premium 100% alpaca fabr...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Elegant Sofa Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Paul Dupré-Lafon, Pierre Chareau, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb Art Deco style sofa, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca fabric. Fast shipping worldw...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Round Leaning Club Chair and Ottoman, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb round, leaning modern club chair and ottoman, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpa...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpaca ...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca wool fabr...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Superb Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca wool fabr...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
French Art Deco Geometric Ottoman Upholstered in Leather
By Jules Leleu, Maison Dominique, André Arbus, Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Houston, TX
nailhead detail. This gorgeous Jules Leleu inspired fruitwood bench, circa 1925 would work well as a vanity
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Black Lacquered Bench
By Dominique, Maison Dominique, Jules Leleu, Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Houston, TX
Period French Art Deco bench, stool or ottoman with black lacquered finish professionally upholstered in Greek key cut velvet fabric, circa 1930. This French Art Deco Ruhlmann inspir...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Benches
Materials
Wood
Macassar Ebony Credenza, France, 1950s
Located in Culver City, CA
Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu or Edgar Brandt. This piece is truly stunning!
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass, Steel
Art Deco Stool in Bookmatched Zebrawood , Europe 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
influential designers such as Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann and Jules Leleu contributing to the burgeoning Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Stools
Materials
Fabric, Zebra Wood
Art Deco Sideboard by Jules Leleu, circa 1925
By Jules Leleu
Located in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein
.
Together with Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu was one of the best French designers of the first half of
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Marble
Elegant Art Deco Sideboard from Dominique, 1930s
By Jules Leleu, Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Belgium, BE
Elegant and refined French Art Deco sideboard in blackened wood from Dominique.
In very good condition with original polishing and patina.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Elegant Art Deco Display Cabinet from Dominique, 1930s
By Jules Leleu, Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Belgium, BE
Elegant and refined French Art Deco display cabinet in blackened wood and bevelled glasses from Dominique.
In very good condition with original polishing.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Wood
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Jules Emile Leleu For Sale on 1stDibs
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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
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
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.
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The cabochon gem centerpiece and diamond-set elliptical rings makes it a marvel of Gatsby-era glamour.
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Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.
Our Guide to Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco Engagement Rings
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Why Vintage Watches Are Making a Comeback
Men, women and the watchmakers themselves are falling for the old-fashioned charm of retro timepieces.
The Process: 5 Creators of Chic Customizable Lighting
Bespoke lighting is a hallmark of upscale interiors, and contemporary makers are increasingly ambitious in their materials and forms.
An Incomparable Trove of Art Deco Treasures Is on View in Miami Beach
Heading to Florida for the art and design fairs in early December? Make time on your schedule to visit a newly opened exhibition that examines the movement's migration from Europe to America, and its evolution from niche to universal appeal.