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Art Deco Table, Poland, 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco table, Poland, 1940s
Very good condition, after professional renovation.
Wood: oak
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Art Deco columns, Poland, 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco columns - pedestals, Poland, ca. 1940.
Dimensions: height 103 cm / width 30 cm / depth 30
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco pedestals, 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Two Art Deco pedestals from the 1940s, Poland.
Dimensions: height 106 cm / width 35 cm / depth 35
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Walnut
Columns - Art Deco pedestals, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco pedestals, Poland.
Dimensions: height 126 cm / width 33 cm / depth 33 cm
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Metal
Art Deco sideboard, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco sideboard from the 1940s.
Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco library, Poland, 1930s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco library, Poland, 1930s
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional
Category
Vintage 1930s Polish Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco display cabinet, Poland, 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco display cabinet from the 1940s, Poland.
Dimensions: height 167 cm / width 100 cm / depth
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Dressing Table, Poland
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present a really unique Art Deco dressing table from 1940.
The furniture from our workshop is
Category
Vintage 1930s Polish Art Deco Table Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco side table, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco side table, Poland, 1950s
Very good condition, after professional renovation.
Wood
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco display case, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Mid 20th century Art Deco display case.
Furniture in very good condition, after professional
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco style desk, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco desk from the 1940s, Poland.
Dimensions: height 79 cm / width 146 cm / depth 70 cm
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco table, Poland, ca. 1950.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco table, Poland, ca. 1950. After renovation.
Furniture in very good condition, after
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco bedside table, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco table from the 1950s, Poland.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Oak
Art Deco side table, Poland, 1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco side table, Poland, 1930s.
Very good condition, after professional renovation.
Wood
Category
Early 20th Century Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco coffee table, 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco coffee table from around 1940, Poland.
Furniture in very good condition after
Category
Early 20th Century Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Table, Poland, 1930s, Renovated
Located in Chorzów, PL
An original table from the first half of the 20th century in the Art Deco style.
Stylish
Category
Vintage 1930s Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco console, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco console from the mid-20th century.
Dimensions: height 83 cm / width 115 cm / depth 47 cm
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Round Table, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco side table from the Mid-20th Century.
Furniture in very good condition, after
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Sofa Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Chandelier, Poland, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chandelier, Poland, 1960s
Very good condition.
Dimensions: height 60 cm, width 80 cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s Polish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Dining Table, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
An Art Deco extendable table from the mid-20th century.
Dimensions: height 78 cm / length 91
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art deco dressing table + chair set, Poland, Art Deco, ca. 1940.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art deco dressing table + chair set, Poland, Art Deco, ca. 1940. AFTER RENOVATION.
Very good
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Library, Poland, circa 1930, Renovated
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco library from the 1930s. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation
Category
Vintage 1930s Polish Art Deco Cupboards
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco style display cabinet, 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco display cabinet from the 1940s.
The furniture is in very good condition, after
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco armchair, Poland, 1940s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco armchair, Poland, 1940s.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco coffee table, Poland, ca. 1950.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco coffee table from the mid-20th century, Poland.
Furniture in very good condition, after
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco chest of drawers, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chest of drawers from the 1940s, Poland.
Furniture in very good condition, after
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco chest of drawers, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chest of drawers from the mid-20th century, Poland.
Furniture in very good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco table lamp, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco table lamp from the 1940s, Poland.
Dimensions: height 58 cm / diameter 36 cm
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Coffee Side Table, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Coffee table in the Art Deco style, made of walnut wood.
Made in Poland in the 1960s
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Impressive Art Deco desk, Poland, ca. 1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Impressive Art Deco desk with chair, Poland, ca. 1930.
Very good condition, after professional
Category
Vintage 1930s Polish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco style console, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco console from the 1950s, Poland. Dimensions: height 78 cm / width 130 cm / depth 40 cm
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco table, Poland, mid 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco table from the 1950s. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco buffet, Poland, 1940s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Buffet - Art Deco chest of drawers from the 1940s.
The furniture is in very good condition, after
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco lamp/ceiling, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco lamp/ceiling, Poland, 1950s.
Very good condition, after wood renovation and replacement
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Art Deco lamp/ceiling, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco lamp/ceiling, Poland, 1950s.
Very good condition, after renovation and electrical check
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Art Deco ceiling lamp, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco ceiling lamp, Poland, 1950s.
Very good condition, after professional renovation and
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Art Deco Walnut Coffee Table, Poland, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
An elongated coffee table - a bench.
Made of walnut wood.
Made in Poland in the 1960s
Very good
Category
Vintage 1960s Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Table Lamp, Poland, 1980s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco lamp, Poland, 1960s
Very good condition.
dimensions: height 61 cm, diameter 40 cm.
Category
Vintage 1980s Polish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Walnut Console, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco console from the Mid-20th Century.
Produced in Poland, made of walnut wood.
Preserved in
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Walnut
A set of Art Deco chairs, 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chairs from the mid-20th century, Poland.
Furniture in very good condition after
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Art Deco bedside tables, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco bedside tables from the mid-20th century, Poland.
Furniture in very good condition, after
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Art Deco wall lamps, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Four Art Deco wall lamps from the mid-20th century.
Dimensions: height 22 cm / width 21 cm / depth
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Walnut
Set of six Art Deco chairs, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chairs, Poland, 1940s.
Furniture in very good condition after professional renovation
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Beech
Large Art Deco Flower Stand, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A mid-20th century Art Deco flower stand.
Flower stand with a geometric form characteristic of the
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Dressing Table with Seat, Poland, 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco Dressing Table with Chair from the 1940s, Poland.
Dimensions:
Dressing Table: H 126 cm
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco display cabinet from the 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Display cabinet from around 1940, Poland.
The furniture is in very good condition, after
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco style standing lamp, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco standing lamp from the mid-20th century.
Dimensions: height 202 cm / width 47 cm / depth
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco bedside tables, mid-20th century, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A pair of bedside tables from around 1950, Poland.
Furniture in very good condition, after
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Art Deco square table from the 1950s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco table from the 1950s, Poland.
Furniture in very good condition, after professional
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Display Case, Poland, 1940s, After Renovation
Located in Chorzów, PL
Beautiful Art Deco cabinet with small display cabinet, made in Poland/Germany in circa 1940-1950s
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Walnut
Elegant Art Deco table lamp, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco table lamp, circa 1950, Poland.
Dimensions: height 54 cm / diameter 30 cm
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco sconces from the 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of Art Deco sconces, Poland, 1940s.
Dimensions: height 29 cm / width 25 cm / depth 36 cm
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco console, Poland, mid-20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco console from the 1950s, Poland.
Dimensions: height 85 cm / width 90 cm / depth 27 cm
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco flower stand from the 1950s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco flower stand from the 1950s, Poland.
Made of walnut wood
Very good condition
No damage
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco wardrobe, Poland, mid-20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco wardrobe from the 1950s.
Dimensions: height 49 cm / width 82 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Wall Lamp Set, Poland, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco style lamps
Origin : Poland
Year: around 1960
Material: walnut wood base and glass shade
Category
Late 20th Century Polish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Art Deco floor lamp, mid-20th century, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco floor lamp from around 1950, Poland.
Dimensions: height 143 cm / width 75 cm / depth 45
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco dressing table with chair, Poland, ca. 1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco dressing table with chair, Poland, ca. 1930.
Very good condition, after professional
Category
Vintage 1930s Polish Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Art Deco armchairs from the 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco armchairs from the 1940s, Poland.
Dimensions: H 83 cm / H seat 44 cm / W 54 cm / D 49 cm
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco dressing table with chair, Poland, ca. 1940.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco dressing table, Poland, ca. 1940. AFTER RENOVATION.
Very good condition, after
Category
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Walnut, Glass
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Art Deco Poland For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic art deco Poland available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and glass, every art deco Poland was constructed with great care. There are 214 variations of the antique or vintage art deco Poland you’re looking for, while we also have 11 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an art deco Poland — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each art deco Poland bearing Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one art deco Poland that is appealing in its simplicity, but Jerzy Flisak, Paul Philippe and Art Decor produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Art Deco Poland?
Prices for an art deco Poland start at $99 and top out at $36,724 with the average selling for $1,226.
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 Art Deco Poland
- 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. - 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To 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.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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This Onyx, Diamond and Sapphire Ring Is an Art Deco Stunner
The exquisite French jewel feels as modern today as when it was created, nearly a century ago.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
A 1920s Art Deco Necklace with a Stunning Drop Emerald
The cabochon gem centerpiece and diamond-set elliptical rings makes it a marvel of Gatsby-era glamour.
Cartier: The Jeweler Who Helped Define Art Deco
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.