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Patek Philippe 431J Extra Large Curved Rectangular Art Deco Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 431J Extra Large Curved Rectangular Art Deco watch features a
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Gold Plated Rectangular Art Deco Style Watch w Crocodile Strap by Waltham, 1940s
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in McKinney, TX
. PLEASE NOTE: The watch is currently ticking and keeping time, but due to the vintage nature of this item
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Platinum Art Deco Mesh Style Vintage Diamond Rectangular Watch
Located in New York, NY
2.60cts Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Mesh Wristwatch. Centering a rectangular dial framed and
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe Early Platinum Art Deco Rectangular Tank style watch circa 1930's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe Platinum Art Deco watch, measuring 22.5 x 37mm. The watch was made between 1934
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rectangular Art Deco Style "Olsen" Watch with Leather Strap by Benrus, 1930s
By Benrus
Located in McKinney, TX
condition with wear commensurate with age and use. PLEASE NOTE: The watch is currently ticking and keeping
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Vintage 1930s American Modern Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin 6957 Cintrée Rectangular Art Deco Curvex Breguet Spring
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in PARIS, FR
Rectangular-Shaped for the contemporary connoisseurs MODEL : Reference 6957 Cintrée Rectangular Curvex CASE
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond Encrusted Cocktail Wrist Watch, Platinum
Located in West Hollywood, CA
art deco rectangular face platinum wrist watch set with rose diamond encrusted case, round 9k white
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Extremely rare rectangular solid gold watch 1930s
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Ref 2356 Circa 1930 Rolex Vintage Rectangular solid gold case with solid wire gold fixed lugs
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20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

1930s Art Deco 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lady's watch in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Charming jewel watch, it has a rectangular dial
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Art Deco Hamilton 4.8 Carat Diamond Platinum Dress Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco period Hamilton platinum, 4.8 TCW diamond dress watch with a wide double row
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20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Onyx Platinum Cocktail Watch by Hamilton, Circa 1940
By Hamilton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Art Deco 0.95 carat diamond and black onyx, platinum cocktail watch by
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco Woman Watch in Platinum with Diamonds Mechanical Mouvement French
Located in Paris, FR
ART DECO WATCH adorned with a rectangular dial, gray background, Arabic numerals. Geometric design
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Ladies Manual Marcasite Cocktail Watch by Premex, C1940's
Located in Westward ho, GB
This is a stunning Art Deco marcasite cocktail watch by Premex. The rectangular face has gold
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Marcasite, Mixed Metal

Titus Art Deco Odeonesque Concealed Cocktail Bracelet Watch Diamonds Gold 1940s
By Titus
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco diamond and synthetic ruby odeonesque concealed bracelet and cocktail watch in 19.2kt
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Vintage 1940s Portuguese Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Patek Philippe Tiffany Early Platinum Art Deco Tank style watch, Circa 1930's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe "Tiffany & Co." Platinum rectangular Tank style watch; measuring 37 x 25mm with a
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Art Deco Style 1950s Swiss Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Omega Watch
By Omega
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, unadjusted Swiss movement. This stunning Art Deco Omega watch is supplied with an independent diamond
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 2435J Vintage Rectangular Watch, Unusual Large Lugs, Circa 1948
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 2435J rectangular shaped 18K yellow gold watch, made in 1948. The
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Floral Filagree Sapphire and Diamond Ladies Dress Watch Sapphire Band
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco platinum top on 18k gold watch accented with diamonds and sapphires, circa 1920. The
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond, Seed Pearl, and Onyx Dress Watch, C.H. Meylan Movement
By C.H. Meylan
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco wrist watch comprised of a rectangular face with a French-cut diamond surround on a
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum

Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" Vintage Art Deco Watch in Yellow Gold, Circa 1940
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 425J Tegolino Art Deco watch, measuring 42.5 x 20.5. The watch is
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

C. Bucherer 14k White Gold Antique Art Deco Hand-Winding Watch ETA 500
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
C. Bucherer 14k White Gold Antique Art Deco Hand-Winding Watch ETA 500 Movement #ETA 500 Case
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Jules Jurgensen 18 Karat Solid Gold Two-Color Art Deco Ladies Watch, circa 1930s
By Jules Jugensen
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic Art Deco watch by the famous Swiss house, Jules
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ladies Patria Art Deco 18 Karat Gold Watch, Enamel Inlay & Carved Filigreed Case
Located in valatie, NY
Ladies Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold Watch With Enamel Inlay and Carved, Filigreed Case, c1930
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex dated 1938. Yellow gold 9ct case marked Rolex and “RWC LTD
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938
Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938
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W 0.87 in D 0.28 in L 1.42 in
Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
could have a “watch for town” and a “watch for play”. With its quintessential Art Deco styling and
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
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H 1.54 in W 0.91 in D 0.36 in L 1.54 in
Rolex, White Gold & Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, Dated 1927
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex made in 1927. This rare shaped ladies diamond
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch, Circa 1925
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco diamond cocktail wristwatch, with a rectangular, silvered dial with Art Deco style
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

French Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch, Circa 1930
Located in London, GB
A late Art Deco, diamond and platinum cocktail watch, set with approximately 10.00ct of old-cut
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920’s, Art Deco Gruen Quadron, 15 Jewel, beautiful statement timepiece.
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
perfect in the film. When one thinks of “Art Deco” one cannot ignore Gruen and its Quadron line. This
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1920"s Art Deco Gruen Quadron 15 Jewel, Restored, 14KY Gold Filled
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
for the film. Gruen "Quadron Model 63" Men's Art Deco design wristwatch in 14K yellow gold fill
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s, Ref. 2492
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, BE
for creating watches of exceptional quality and craftsmanship is well-deserved, and this Rectangular
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Ladies Platinum white gold Diamond French Art Deco Mechanical Wristwatch, 1925
Located in Poitiers, FR
Rectangular, this art deco watch features geometric lines and decorations set with diamonds. The
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1930 Platinum Cervin Lady Wristwatch Bracelet with 6.75 Cts VS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional jeweled Art Deco Platinum wristwatch. A beautiful and elegant cocktail piece from the
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Lady's 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
For a fancy night out, or a casual evening this watch is great for elegant touch to your appearance
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Lady's 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
Lady's 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
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H 0.76 in W 0.3 in Dm 0.64 in
Geneve Platinum Diamond Women's Hand-Winding Watch w/ Milgrain Detailing
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
#FHF59 Platinum Art Deco Rectangular Case w/ Diamond Accents 28 mm Long 10 mm Wide (12 mm w/ Crown) Lug
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14 Kt Gold Alpina Gruen / Rolex Prince Doctors Jump Hour Wrist Watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
of an Art Deco wristwatch. The manufacture Gruen was originally founded in 1874 in Columbus, Ohio
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Jahan Geneve Diamond Ladies Watch 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Jahan
Located in Geneva, CH
A beautiful Jahan Geneve diamond ladies watch crafted in 18K yellow gold. The rectangular dial
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Style with Archival Document
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Rectangle / Art Deco Style / 2553 METAL
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Vintage 1950s Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1930’s Gruen Caliber 325, 17 Jewels, Superb Condition
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gruen 325 Look no further if you like Art Deco watches. The Gruen Quadron series epitomizes
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Night & Day, Stainless Steel Case, Deployant, 42 x 26mm
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Night & Day. The watch comes with a Silver and slate Dial. It also has
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Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Platinum, Diamond and Emerald Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
black Arabic numerals, within a modified rectangular diamond-set case flanked by 2 marquise-shaped
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Longines Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch, Circa 1950
By Longines
Located in London, GB
A vintage, Art Deco style cocktail wristwatch, featuring a rectangular off-white dial with cut
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Lady's Platinum Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included). The rectangular dial with Arabic numbers and arrow hour
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

Franck Muller Stainless Steel Long Island Wristwatch
By Franck Muller
Located in New York, NY
Island watch was made to pay tribute to the Art Deco movement. This watch is strikingly beautiful
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

1942 Rolex “Raleigh” Stainless Steel. Total Restoration!
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
art deco dial on this watch is completely an original design that has be painstakingly refinished. In
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co. Lady's Platinum Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Patek Philippe & Cie, Genève, for Tiffany & Co, circa 1924, is a fine Art Déco, platinum
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Edwardian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco Chatelaine-Lapel Watch by Lacloche Frères
By Lacloche Freres
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco chatelaine-lapel watch by Lacloche Frères. The three pendant sections decorated with
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco More Jewelry

Art Deco Diamond Platinum Bracelet with Concealed Miniature Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco period platinum, 3.75 TCW diamond bracelet with a concealed miniature Hamilton
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Miniature Desk Timepiece circa 1920s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful miniature desk timepiece, rectangular case with blue enamel, accented by silver bands
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Strauss Allard et Meyer Paris 1926 Lacquered Art Deco Case .925 Sterling Silver
By Strauss Allard et Meyer
Located in Miami, FL
Enamel case designed by Strauss-Allard & Meyer for George Stockwell Exceptional art deco
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Enamel, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Filigree Link Bracelet
Located in Thiensville, WI
c.1920's Art Deco Aquamarine gemstone, diamond, and platinum link bracelet. The center section of
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

1921 Early ArtDeco SterlingSilver BlackOnyx Marcasite Signed Rectangular Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
On this antique early Art Deco-period solitaire cocktail ring, a long rectangular mirror-cut black
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

French 1930s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
ring that holds on top a rectangular watch case, set on both sides with a line of 2 x 4 diamonds. The
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Guilloche Pendant Watch In Platinum With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
unparalleled creativity and design, inevitably evokes the ever popular Edwardian and the Art Deco periods. The
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Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, Steel, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Retro Ruby and Diamond Gold Bangle Wristwatch, Circa 1940
Located in Firenze, IT
rubies, centering a watch with rectangular dial and black Arabic numerals, accented with round brilliant
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold

Couture 1930s Bucherer "Deposee" ArtDeco 40StoneTrimmedWatch 18K TennisBracelet
By Bucherer
Located in Chicago, IL
European couture jewelry, this Art Deco-period unique Bucherer luxury dress-watch snake-chain tennis
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Mixed Metal, White Gold, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Art Deco Ladies Rectangle Diamond Sapphire European Movement Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
, it’s this Cartier watch dial. A magnificent, vintage, and one of a kind Art Deco watch dial by Cartier
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco enamel pendant watch in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco enamel pendant watch in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. A rare rectangular-shaped
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Hamilton Watch Top Hat Art Deco Diamond 14 Karat Gold Woven Band Mechanical
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
.5 inch to the length. Be unique with this Art Deco style watch with a modern look. The mechanical
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Rare Cartier Art Deco Ladies Rectangle Diamond Sapphire European Movement Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
, it’s this Cartier watch dial. A magnificent, vintage, and one of a kind Art Deco watch dial by Cartier
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

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Rectangular Art Deco Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rectangular art deco watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Stainless Steel, this item was constructed with great care. Finding an appealing rectangular art deco watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Patek Philippe, Rolex and Benrus each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any rectangular art deco watch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a single cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a rectangular art deco watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Rectangular Art Deco Watch?

On average, a rectangular art deco watch at 1stDibs sells for $4,275, while they’re typically $716 on the low end and $27,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was 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.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right wrist-watches for You

Antique, new and vintage wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bvlgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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Questions About Rectangular Art Deco Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs