How was Art Deco furniture made?

Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.

What is Art Deco style furniture?

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.

How do I identify Art Deco furniture?

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.

What are the main features of Art Deco furniture?

The main features of Art Deco furniture are bold geometric lines and forms, and an integration of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. The Art Deco era made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, and while the period yielded a range of stylistically diverse furnishings, interiors and objects, collectors will typically find the period’s desks , tables and chairs embellished with metal accents, animal hides, ivory or mother-of-pearl inlays and shimmering mirrored finishes. 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 .) Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What does Art Deco furniture look like?

What Art Deco furniture looks like can vary from piece to piece, but there are some characteristics that help define the style. During the 1920s and ’30s, manufacturers often created furniture with bold geometric lines and forms as well as intricate floral motifs. Materials tended to be luxurious and included shagreen and marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Many pieces feature luxe details like gleaming metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hide and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.

Metro Art Deco Furniture

Macey Desk

Lalique Dragon

Louis Comfort Tiffany Sconces

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1920s Art Deco Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Paris, Decorative Art Exhibition 1925, The Samaritaine Pavilion Photography, 1925

H 4.53 in W 6.38 in D 0.04 in

Sconce Art Deco, 1930, "Attributed to Gilbert Poillerat", France

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Style: Art Deco Material: iron and wood Country: France We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Sconce Art Deco, 1930, "Attributed to Gilbert Poillerat", France

H 27.56 in W 5.52 in D 9.85 in

Art-déco sculpture of woman and parrot in earthenware by Sarreguemines 1930s

By Sarreguemines

Located in STRASBOURG, FR

most of the original tiles used during the construction of the Paris metro. Majolica was added to its

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Earthenware

Art-déco sculpture of woman and parrot in earthenware by Sarreguemines 1930s

H 11.82 in W 21.26 in D 6.3 in

Chandelier Silver Plated Bronze and Art Glass, Style Jugendstil, Art Nouveau

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Chandelier Silver Plated Bronze and Art Glass, Style Jugendstil, Art Nouveau

H 32.68 in Dm 15.75 in

Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Chair, 1900, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chairs

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Wood

Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Chair, 1900, France

H 36.62 in W 16.15 in D 18.12 in

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 1900

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

place “the Art Deco world congress”, in which we participated as hosts invited by Geo Darder, founder of

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs

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Wood

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 1900

H 104 in W 108 in D 53 in

Pair of Art Nouveau Large Armchairs in Walnut

Located in Miami, FL

place “the Art Deco world congress”, in which we participated as hosts invited by Geo Darder, founder of

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Club Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Art Nouveau Large Armchairs in Walnut

H 43.31 in W 42.13 in D 23.63 in

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 1900, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs

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Wood

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 1900, France

H 105 in W 145 in D 50 in

Sculpture, 1900, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Sculpture, 1900, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France

H 9.06 in W 14.18 in D 3.94 in

Table Lamp, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, Year: 1900, French

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Iron

Table Lamp, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, Year: 1900, French

H 13.39 in Dm 5.91 in

Neptun Filter, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Barware

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Ceramic

Neptun Filter, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

H 18.51 in Dm 7.88 in

Candy Maker Art Nouveau, 1900, in Crystal and Bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

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Crystal, Bronze

Candy Maker Art Nouveau, 1900, in Crystal and Bronze

H 7.09 in Dm 6.7 in

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty , 1900, France, Wood

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty , 1900, France, Wood

H 31.5 in W 30.71 in D 49.22 in

Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty -Table Lamp, 1900, Materials: Bronze and glass

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Bronze

Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty -Table Lamp, 1900, Materials: Bronze and glass

H 11.82 in Dm 4.73 in

Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Headboard, 1900, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Headboard, 1900, France

H 56.11 in W 1.78 in D 53.55 in

Mirror Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France, Year, 1900

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Mirror Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France, Year, 1900

H 77.17 in W 1.97 in D 36.62 in

Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Table Lamp, 1900, Silver Plated Metal and France glass

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Art Glass

Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Table Lamp, 1900, Silver Plated Metal and France glass

H 11.82 in W 5.12 in D 5.52 in

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs, 1890, Attributed William Morris

By William Morris (English)

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Armchairs

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Wood

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs, 1890, Attributed William Morris

H 16.54 in W 27.17 in D 49.22 in

France Table '6 Persons', 4 Chair and 2 Armchairs Year: 1900, Art Nouveau

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Dining Room Tables

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Iron

France Table '6 Persons', 4 Chair and 2 Armchairs Year: 1900, Art Nouveau

H 27.37 in W 31.89 in D 51.19 in

Vine Tree Sculpture, 1900, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Natural Specimens

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Iron

Vine Tree Sculpture, 1900, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France

H 25.4 in W 9.85 in D 7.88 in

Sconce, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, French, 1900

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Sconce , French Style: Art Nouveau Country. French We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Sconce, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, French, 1900

H 31.89 in W 15.75 in D 27.56 in

Table Lamp 1900 "Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty", France, Signed Figudo

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Marble, Bronze

Table Lamp 1900 "Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty", France, Signed Figudo

H 18.12 in Dm 7.88 in

Monumental Chandelier in Alabaster, Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

ceiling lighting, we have what you need. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Chrome

Monumental Chandelier in Alabaster, Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil

H 47.25 in Dm 27.56 in

Bird Cage Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, Year: 1900, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

sophisticated bird cage. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles since 1982.If you

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Bird Cages

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Iron

Bird Cage Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, Year: 1900, France

H 78.75 in Dm 39.38 in

2 Chandeliers in Alabaster, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1915

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 1910s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Iron

2 Chandeliers in Alabaster, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1915

H 63 in Dm 23.63 in

Tree with Flowers Sculpture, 1900, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Natural Specimens

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Iron

Tree with Flowers Sculpture, 1900, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France

H 11.82 in W 8.47 in D 4.73 in

Centerpiece, Sign Gallia, in Silver Plated, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France, 1900

By Gallia

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

"American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)" . We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Centerpieces

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Metal

Centerpiece, Sign Gallia, in Silver Plated, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France, 1900

H 5.12 in W 19.69 in D 10.63 in

Woman Sculpture with Light in Marble, 1900, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Woman Sculpture with Light in Marble, 1900, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau

H 26.58 in Dm 7.88 in

Art Nouveu Woman Sign: Ruini, Materials: Marble and Silver Plated Bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Art Nouveu Woman Sign: Ruini, Materials: Marble and Silver Plated Bronze

H 15.75 in W 7.49 in D 9.06 in

2 Amaizing Mirrors Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, Mirrors, 1900, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

2 Amaizing Mirrors Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, Mirrors, 1900, France

H 82.68 in W 1.19 in D 43.31 in

Mirror Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France, parchment leather, wood , mirror

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: France We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Mirror Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France, parchment leather, wood , mirror

H 75.2 in W 3.15 in D 41.74 in

Art Nouveau Vitrine, 1900, Sign: E. Dienst- Paris (Dienst 86 St. Antoine Paris)

By E. Dienst & Fils

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Vitrines

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Vitrine, 1900, Sign: E. Dienst- Paris (Dienst 86 St. Antoine Paris)

H 91.34 in W 72.84 in D 20.87 in

The Broadway Melody

Located in London, GB

Beaumont. It tells the story of two Vaudeville sisters trying to get a break on Broadway. This was Metro

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Posters

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Paper

The Broadway Melody

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H 39 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

London After Midnight by Marie Coolidge Rask, Photoplay Edition, 1928

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

1927 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer mystery horror film of the same title, co-produced and directed by Tod

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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Books

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Leather, Paper

London After Midnight by Marie Coolidge Rask, Photoplay Edition, 1928

H 8.13 in W 5.38 in D 2 in

Table Lamp, 1900, Silver Plated Metal , Sign: Schneider, Germany

By Charles Schneider

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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

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Vintage 1920s German Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Metal

Table Lamp, 1900, Silver Plated Metal , Sign: Schneider, Germany

H 22.05 in Dm 7.88 in

Woman with mirror Sculpture in Marble Sign: Prof. Jory , Galleria Lapini Firenze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Bellas artes Av. de Mayo 625 We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Woman with mirror Sculpture in Marble Sign: Prof. Jory , Galleria Lapini Firenze

H 32.68 in Dm 9.85 in

Filter Sirena 'Made in Austria', 1900

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Belgium. Each of them interpreted it their way. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art

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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Barware

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Ceramic

Filter Sirena 'Made in Austria', 1900

H 15.75 in Dm 7.49 in

Vintage Gone with the Wind Framed Movie Advertising Poster Gable Fleming

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Gone with the Wind movie ad poster, framed in ornate art deco style gold frame. David O

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Posters

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Paper

Vintage Gone with the Wind Framed Movie Advertising Poster Gable Fleming

H 36.5 in W 28.5 in D 1 in

Modern Steelcase Chrome Tube Cantilever Base & Gray Faux Leather Chairs set of 4

By Steelcase

Located in Topeka, KS

beautifully with Art Deco, mid-century modern, Bauhaus, and other styles. They are extremely comfortable

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Late 20th Century American Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Modern Steelcase Chrome Tube Cantilever Base & Gray Faux Leather Chairs set of 4

H 33 in W 23.75 in D 25 in

Pair Modern Chrome Cantilever Chairs Oatmeal Hopsacking Steelcase Model 421 482

By Steelcase

Located in Topeka, KS

pair of accent chairs whether you have a modern aesthetic, industrial, modern country, rustic, Art Deco

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Late 20th Century American Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Pair Modern Chrome Cantilever Chairs Oatmeal Hopsacking Steelcase Model 421 482

H 31.5 in W 23.75 in D 24 in

Vintage Modern Vecta Contract Brown Leather & Chrome Cantilever Pair of Chairs

By Vecta Group

Located in Topeka, KS

, industrial, modern country, rustic, Art Deco, or Hollywood Regency décor. They could be used in a living room

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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Vintage Modern Vecta Contract Brown Leather & Chrome Cantilever Pair of Chairs

H 34.25 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in

Big Pair of Candelabras, 1955, Germany

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Porcelain

Big Pair of Candelabras, 1955, Germany

H 10.63 in W 18.51 in D 4.53 in

An Art Nouveau Hand Carved Marble Alabaster Figural Lamp, Italy, Circa 1910

Located in Pasadena, CA

, graphic arts, furniture, glass art, textiles, ceramics, jewellery and metal work. The style responded to

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Alabaster

An Art Nouveau Hand Carved Marble Alabaster Figural Lamp, Italy, Circa 1910

H 25 in W 13 in D 8 in

Rare Pair of Art Deco Light Fixtures from Iconic Metro Goldwyn Mayer Theatre

Located in Nantucket, MA

This is a rare pare of Art Deco light fixtures recovered from the iconic Metro Goldwyn Mayer

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Early 20th Century Indian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Rare Pair of Art Deco Light Fixtures from Iconic Metro Goldwyn Mayer Theatre

H 34 in Dm 16 in

Pair of 1920s Second Class Paris Metro Chairs with Enamel Backing

Located in New York, NY

the Paris Metro entrances were in the Art Nouveau style, these chairs have more of an Art Deco

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs

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Metal, Enamel

Pair of 1920s Second Class Paris Metro Chairs with Enamel Backing

H 39 in W 18 in D 17 in

Art Deco Aviator Bronze by Frederic C Focht

By Frederic Focht

Located in Lee-On-The-Solent, GB

general inspector and he worked in Argentina. Sadly, he disappeared at sea 1936. Metro stations, Pilot

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Busts

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Bronze

Art Deco Aviator Bronze by Frederic C Focht

H 12.01 in W 11.58 in D 4.34 in

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of “Four Horsemen of Apocalypse” by Lee Lawrie

By Roman Bronze Works

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Sculpture Society. His acceptance of Metro's commission is unusual, as he firmly believed art should be

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20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of “Four Horsemen of Apocalypse” by Lee Lawrie

H 24 in W 23 in D 9.5 in

Art Deco Plaster Medallion from New Orleans Brothel of a Female & Greyhound

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

opened a bar called the Hinky Dink by the bridge to Zug Island in Delray (metro Detroit). The bar was

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Art Deco Plaster Medallion from New Orleans Brothel of a Female & Greyhound

H 2 in Dm 25 in

Spectacular Art Deco Original Movie Palace Chandeliers

Located in Oakland, CA

Here is a chance to own and use a piece of Art Deco History. We were so fortunate to acquire the

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Vintage 1940s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Enamel, Bronze

Spectacular Art Deco Original Movie Palace Chandeliers

H 66 in W 60 in

Art Deco Plaster Medallion from a New Orleans Brothel of a Female on a Unicorn

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

bar called the Hinky Dink by the bridge to Zug Island in Delray (metro Detroit). The bar was sold in

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Art Deco Plaster Medallion from a New Orleans Brothel of a Female on a Unicorn

H 2 in Dm 25 in

Antique French Art Nouveau Enameled Glass Vase, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

arts. It was most widely used in interior design, graphic arts, furniture, glass art, textiles

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Glass

Antique French Art Nouveau Enameled Glass Vase, 19th Century

H 15.36 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Ultra Chic Limited Edition Erte' Serigraph"Q"

By Erté

Located in New York, NY

B. Mayer, head of Metro-Goldwyn-Meyer. After a period of relative obscurity in the 1940s and 1950s

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20th Century American Art Deco Prints

Ultra Chic Limited Edition Erte' Serigraph"Q"

H 32.75 in W 27 in D 1.25 in

Ultra Chic Limited Edition Erte Serigraph "Y"

By Erté

Located in New York, NY

B. Mayer, head of Metro-Goldwyn-Meyer. After a period of relative obscurity in the 1940s and

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20th Century American Art Deco Prints

Ultra Chic Limited Edition Erte Serigraph "Y"

H 32.75 in W 27 in D 1.25 in

Art Deco, Paris Metro Theme, Drinks Markers and Stand with Map of Paris Metro

Located in Nantucket, MA

Art Deco drink markers with the names of Paris Metro stations. The celluloid markers printed with

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Bakelite

Art Deco, Paris Metro Theme, Drinks Markers and Stand with Map of Paris Metro

H 4.25 in W 5.25 in D 2.25 in

Pair of Art Deco Light Fixtures from the Metro Goldwyn Mayer Theatre, Bombay

Located in Nantucket, MA

These are an incredibly rare find, reclaimed light fixtures from the Art Deco period Metro Goldwyn

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Early 20th Century Indian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Art Deco Light Fixtures from the Metro Goldwyn Mayer Theatre, Bombay

H 32 in Dm 16 in

Original Art Nouveau Paris Metro Shield by Hector Guimard

By Hector Guimard

Located in Peekskill, NY

Art Nouveau, Paris metro shield designed by Hector Guimard for the Paris metro. Original design is

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Architectural Elements

Original Art Nouveau Paris Metro Shield by Hector Guimard

H 29.5 in W 24.5 in D 2 in

1920s French Paris Metro Second Class Double Sided Wooden Slatted Bench

Located in New York, NY

by Sprague Thomson, circa 1920. Although the majority of the Paris Metro entrances were in the Art

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Benches

Materials

Metal

1920s French Paris Metro Second Class Double Sided Wooden Slatted Bench

H 36 in W 36 in D 34 in

Two Sets of Art Deco Shelf Holders

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Four vintage Art Deco Shelf Holders in thick bevelled glass. Each set creates a shelf, of which the

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Glass

Two Sets of Art Deco Shelf Holders

H 15 in W 6.25 in D 7 in

Art Deco Green Patinated Bronze Cigar Box, 1930s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Decorative Bronze box with a dark green patina and teak interior by Metro in Denmark. Made circa

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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Green Patinated Bronze Cigar Box, 1930s

H 1.19 in W 5.91 in D 3.35 in

Vintage Italian Art Deco Sideboard with Dry Bar, 1930s

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Vintage Italian Art Deco sideboard. The sideboard has two glass shelf with mosaic-mirrored

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Vintage Italian Art Deco Sideboard with Dry Bar, 1930s

H 59.5 in W 70.75 in D 17.5 in

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of metro art deco furniture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and stone, every piece of metro art deco furniture was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of metro art deco furniture — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each choice in our collection of metro art deco furniture bearing Art Nouveau, Art Deco or modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of metro art deco furniture over the years, but those crafted by Steelcase and Vecta Group are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Metro Art Deco Furniture?

Prices for a piece of metro art deco furniture start at $200 and top out at $450,000 with the average selling for $18,000.

Questions About Metro Art Deco Furniture

How was Art Deco furniture made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
What is Art Deco style furniture?
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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.
How do I identify Art Deco furniture?
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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.
What are the main features of Art Deco furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The main features of Art Deco furniture are bold geometric lines and forms, and an integration of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood.

The Art Deco era made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, and while the period yielded a range of stylistically diverse furnishings, interiors and objects, collectors will typically find the period’s desks, tables and chairs embellished with metal accents, animal hides, ivory or mother-of-pearl inlays and shimmering mirrored finishes.

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.)

Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What does Art Deco furniture look like?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
What Art Deco furniture looks like can vary from piece to piece, but there are some characteristics that help define the style. During the 1920s and ’30s, manufacturers often created furniture with bold geometric lines and forms as well as intricate floral motifs. Materials tended to be luxurious and included shagreen and marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Many pieces feature luxe details like gleaming metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hide and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.