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Danish Art Deco Armchair 1920s in original Condition
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish Art Deco armchair 1920s. All in original condition with the 1st fabric.
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Danish Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, 1930s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, 1930s.
Dome brass shade and base with switch. Black stem with
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Danish Art Deco Sofa 1930s in Oak
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish Art Deco sofa from the 1930s in solid oak and original fabric. Very good quality. In
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Art Deco Bronze Lamp, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Danish Art Deco Bronze Lamp from the 1930s.
* Bronze lamp on round base with four legs, slim
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Danish Art Deco Pedestal Cabinet in Ebonized Mahogany
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish art deco pedestal cabinet in ebonized mahogany.
Offers a convex front with a single door
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Lyfa Plafont Danish Art Deco Ceiling Light
By Lyfa
Located in Portland, OR
A fabulous Danish Art Deco light fixture by Lyfa. Shade features a prancing deer motif and is made
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Danish Art Deco Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s.
Small Art Deco vase with two stylized fluted leaves
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Deco Velvet Serpentine Sofa, 1930s.
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Fritz Hansen, Skive Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Velvet Serpentine Sofa, 1930s.
Gorgeous Scandinavian three-seater sofa in green
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Danish Art Deco Chrome and Glass Display Cabinet
Located in Kastrup, DK
A large Danish art deco glass and chromed brass lighted display / storage cabinet.
Freestanding
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pair of Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Fighting Fish 1920
By Just Andersen
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of Danish Art Deco fish sculptures by the famed maker, Just Andersen. Done in two
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Deco Bronze Candleholders by HF Bronce, 1930s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Bronze Candleholders by HF Bronce, 1930s.
Pair of patinated bronze candle holders
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Evald Nielsen, Denmark, Art Deco Cigar Ashtray in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen (1879-1958), Denmark. Art Deco cigar ashtray in sterling silver forged with duck
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Vintage 1950s Danish Art Deco Ashtrays
Materials
Sterling Silver
Danish Art Deco Glass & Metal Jewelry Box / Lidded Decorative Jar, 1930s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Danish Art Deco Glass Jewelry Box / Lidded Decorative Jar, 1930s
Elegant Danish Art Deco jewelry
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Deco Style Handcrafted Wooden Candelabra, 1970s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Danish Art Deco Style Handcrafted Wooden Candelabra, 1970s
Elegant handcrafted Danish candelabra
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Vintage 1970s Danish Art Deco Candelabras
Materials
Wood
1930s Restored Danish Art Deco Teak Side Table
Located in Knebel, DK
Restored Danish Art Deco teak side table from the 1930s
Beautifull round Danish sidetable in teak
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Teak
20th Century Danish Art Deco Oakwood Semainiere - Small Scandinavian Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Danish Art Deco semainiere, cabinet made of hand crafted Oakwood, in good
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Oak
$1,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Just Andersen, Denmark, Art Deco Tin Coffee Pot with Wicker Handle
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen (1884-1943), Denmark.
Art Deco tin coffee pot with wicker handle. 1940s.
Model
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Tin
Hans Hansen, Denmark, Art Deco Sauce Jug in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen (1884 - 1940), Denmark. Art Deco sauce jug in sterling silver with handle in ebony
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Danish Art Deco Disko Metal Candlestick by Just Andersen, 1920s.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Disko Metal Candlestick by Just Andersen, 1920s.
Early Diskometal Art Deco candle
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Silver Center Denmark Art Deco Georg Jensen Model 234 C
By Georg Jensen
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Danish Art Deco Georg Jensen Silver Centerpiece Model 234 C
Beautiful Art Deco Georg Jensen silver
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Evald Nielsen, Denmark, Art Deco Cheese Slicer in Silver and Stainless Steel
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen, Denmark, Art Deco cheese slicer in silver and stainless steel.
Approx. 1930.
Model
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver, Stainless Steel
Just Andersen (1884-1943), Denmark. Art Deco pewter creamer and three bowls.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen (1884-1943), Denmark.
Art Deco pewter creamer and three bowls. 1940s.
The jug
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Pewter
Danish Art Deco "Fried Egg" Chandelier by Fog & Mørup, 1930s.
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco "Fried Egg" Chandelier by Fog & Mørup, 1930s.
Stunning four armed ceiling lamp by
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Argentor, Denmark. Art Deco bronze bowl with motif of deer. Approx. 1940.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Argentor, Denmark. Art Deco bronze bowl with a motif of a deer.
Approximately 1940.
In excellent
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Just Andersen (1884-1943), Denmark. Art Deco tin coffee pot with wicker handle.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen (1884-1943), Denmark.
Art Deco tin coffee pot with wicker handle. 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Tin
Just Andersen '1884-1943', Denmark, Art Deco Tin Coffee Pot with Wicker Handle
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen (1884-1943), Denmark.
Art Deco tin coffee pot with wicker handle. 1940s.
Model
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Tin
Danish Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Matosinhos, 13
printed cottons of the 18th century, but also in the Art Deco period and ethnic motifs.
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$6,071 / set
Pair of Danish Art Deco Bronze Tino Candlesticks in Fluted style Denmark 1930-50
By Tinos
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A pair of Danish Art Deco Tino candlesticks made of solid bronze in fluted style
Designed and made
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Danish Art Deco Solid Bronze candle holder dish by Nordisk Malm, 1940s
By Nordisk Malm
Located in Balen, BE
Danish Art Deco Solid Bronze Candle Holder Dish by Nordisk Malm – 1940s
This elegant solid bronze
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Danish Art Deco Vase in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Vase in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s.
Large and substantial Art Deco vase
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Just Andersen Danish Art Deco Pair Pewter Double Candlesticks
By Just Andersen
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An elegant and stylish pair Danish Art Deco pewter double sconce candlesticks by Just Andersen and
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pewter
Danish Art Deco Michael Andersen & Søn Budding Style Bowl Black & Turquoise
By Axel Salto, Michael Andersen & Son, Arne Bang
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco Axel Salto style bowl from the ceramic workshop Michael Andersen & Søn (MA&S
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Early 20th Century, Freestanding Danish Art Deco Daybed Upholstered in Lambswool
Located in Odense, DK
An exquisite example of Danish Art Deco, this freestanding daybed was designed in the 1920s
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Daybeds
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Beech
Danish Art Deco Lounge Chair in Golden Yellow Velvet, 1940s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Lounge Chair in Golden Yellow Velvet, 1940s.
Beautiful, cozy and comfortable
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Danish Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, 1940s. Set of 2.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, 1940s. Set of 2.
Pair of organic shaped Art Deco vases
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Deco Club Chair in Viggo Boesen Style with Floral Velvet 1940s
By Fritz Hansen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen, Carl Malmsten
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco comfortable lounge chair from the 1940s fully upholstered with floral pattern
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Art Deco Fish Vase in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Fish Vase in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s.
Small Art Deco fish-shaped
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Deco Dresser with 3 Drawers crafted by Danish Skilled Carpenter 1930s
By Otto Schulz 1, Carl Malmsten, Axel Einar Hjorth, Fritz Hansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco dresser with 3 drawers made of light wood most likely veneered birch with lacquer
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Danish Art Deco Green Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1930s. Set of 2.
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Skive Møbelfabrik, Fritz Hansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Green Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1930s. Set of 2.
Pair of gorgeous Scandinavian lounge
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Danish Art Deco Ceramic Table Lamp with Light Turquoise Glaze, 1940s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco ball shaped ceramic table lamp with matte glaze in light turquoise colors
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
RARE Danish Art Deco The Torch Lamp or Fakkellampen by Fog & Mørup 1930s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
RARE Danish Art Deco table lamp called "Fakkellampen" - The torch lamp - designed and manufactured
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Evan Jensen Danish Art Deco Bronze Dish with Deer
By Evan Jensen
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
and quality and these have become both highly collectible and sought after.
This stunning Danish Art
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Bronze
Elegant 1920s danish art deco table lamp in nickel and porcelain socket.
Located in København K, 84
A Danish Art Deco table lamp from the 1920s, composed of nickel-plated metal paired with a
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Danish Art Deco Console Table with Drawers in Elm & Burl Wood, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
This Danish Art Deco small console table, crafted in the 1940s by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm, Burl
Danish Art Deco Dresser with 3 Drawers of Pine by Danish Furniture Maker 1940s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco dresser with 3 drawers.
The frame and drawers are made of solid pine, the top and
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Plywood
Danish Art Deco Chandelier with Glass Bowls in Alabaster look
Located in Hannover, DE
This rare early Danish Art Deco chandelier once adorned a middle-class apartment. The elaborate
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
$1,424 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Art Deco Michael Andersen & Søn Large Ribbed Bowl Black & Turquoise Glaze
By Just Andersen, David Andersen, Michael Andersen & Son, Arne Bang
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large Danish Art Deco bowl from the ceramic workshop Michael Andersen & Søn (MA&S). Designed and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Art Deco Michael Andersen Large Ribbed Bowl Black & Ochre Glaze, 1940s
By Michael Andersen & Son, Arne Bang, Just Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large Danish Art Deco bowl from the ceramic workshop Michael Andersen & Søn (MA&S). Designed and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa
Located in Duxbury, MA
Newly upholstered fabric with skirt. This curved art deco piece, circa 1950, is perfect for anyone
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Loveseats
Materials
Cotton, Wood
1920s Danish Art Deco floor lamp in solid bronze. Just Andersen style metal work
By Jacques Adnet, Paavo Tynell, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in København K, 84
This early 20th-century Danish Art Deco floor lamp, masterfully handcrafted in solid patinated
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Danish Art Deco Hammered Brass Boxes, circa 1920
Located in Valby, 84
Rare pair of Danish Art Deco lidded boxes, executed in hand-hammered brass with elegant fluted
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Danish Art Deco Bronze Bowl with Brown Patina in Axel Salto and Tinos Style 1950
By Axel Salto, Tinos
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large and heavy Danish Art Deco bronze bowl in Axel Salto and Tinos Style
It's made in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Nils Thorsson for Aluminia Green Solbjerg Vase Ball Shape, Danish Art Deco 1930s
By Aluminia, Royal Copenhagen, Nils Thorsson
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco vase by Nils Thorsson for Aluminia (later brandname Royal Copenhagen). The vase is
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Art Deco Kongelys Table Lamp Niels Thykier Early Version Fog & Mørup 1930
By Fog & Mørup, Niels Rasmussen Thykier
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco table lamp model Kongelys by Niels Rasmussen Thykier.
It is made by the Danish
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Michael Andersen Unique Danish Art Deco Vase Oxblood Red & Green Glaze, ca 1920s
By Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Unique Danish Art Deco handled vase from the acknowledged ceramic manufacturer Michael Andersen
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Nils Thorsson for Aluminia Solbjerg Vase Ball Shape Brown, Danish Art Deco 1930s
By Arne Bang, Aluminia, Just Andersen, Nils Thorsson, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco vase by Nils Thorsson for Aluminia (later brandname Royal Copenhagen). The vase is
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of 1930s danish art deco armchairs reupholstred in premium brown sheepskin.
By Paul Follot, Fritz Hansen, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in København K, 84
A distinguished pair of Danish Art Deco armchairs from the 1930s, exemplary of the period’s
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Sheepskin
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Danish Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Danish art deco you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Danish art deco for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Find 5195 options for an antique or vintage Danish art deco now, or shop our selection of 18 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a Danish art deco — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right Danish art deco, those designed in Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern and mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Danish art deco over the years, but those crafted by Just Andersen, Georg Jensen and Harald Nielsen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Danish Art Deco?
A Danish art deco can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,201, while the lowest priced sells for $24 and the highest can go for as much as $880,161.
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.
Questions About Danish Art Deco
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The 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.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art 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.
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The 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. - How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The 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.
- What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A 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.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art 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.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art 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.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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 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.
- Are Art Deco rings timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco 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. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What does Art Deco ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
- What era was Art Deco rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.
- What is Art Deco’s time period?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The years between 1920 and 1939 are generally considered to be the age of Art Deco. However, the name of the movement didn't arrive until 1925, when the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France, introduced Art Deco design to the world. After the 1930s, Art Deco continued to have an impact, influencing the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern styles. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry, furniture and decorative objects.
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