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Scandinavian Art Deco Flatweave Rug, Mid 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Scandinavian Art Deco Flatweave Rug, Mid-20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 5'6" L x
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Scandinavian Art Déco Desk, Mahogany and Satinwood, Freestanding
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Göttingen, NI
A Scandinavian Art Déco desk, Mahogany and Satinwood, bronze ornaments, freestanding Attributed
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

1950s, Scandinavian Art Deco Chairs, Original Condition
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, scandinavian Art Deco chairs, original good condition. No smels. Original red and beige
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Scandinavian art deco birch and kingwood chaise
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian art deco birch and kingwood daybed circa 1930. Fine quality and elegantly designed
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Daybeds

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Fabric, Birch

Scandinavian art deco influenced chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian Art deco influenced chest of drawers circa 1930. Good quality late Art Deco Swedish
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bakelite, Birch

Scandinavian.Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Mahogany frames
Located in New York, NY
An impressive pair of 1940's, Scandinavian Art Deco lounge chairs with solid Mahogany frames
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Lounge Chairs

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Mahogany, Down

Scandinavian Art Deco Satin Birch Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
A stunning Scandinavian Art Deco satin birch coffee table, this was made in Norway and dates from
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Vintage 1920s Norwegian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Birch

Vintage Scandinavian Art Deco Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice Scandinavian rug with a beautiful design and colors with blue, yellow and orange, entirely
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinav...

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Wool

Vintage Scandinavian Art Deco Design Rug
Vintage Scandinavian Art Deco Design Rug
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W 47.64 in L 75.99 in
Large Scandinavian Art Deco Desk in the Style of Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala, Rud Rasmussen
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous vintage oversized Scandinavian Art Deco desk in the style of iconic furniture designer
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Swedish Grace Bronze Patinated Metal Handle Vase, Scandinavian Art Deco, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Art Deco design. Produced by the lesser-known company Svea Metals, it showcases classic elements
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases

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Metal, Brass

Scandinavian Art Deco Burlwood Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
. * * * Art Deco Scandinavian Burlwood Cabinet. Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Cabinets

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Birdseye Maple, Oak

Scandinavian Art Deco Burlwood Cabinet
Scandinavian Art Deco Burlwood Cabinet
H 48.5 in W 50.5 in D 19 in
1920s Scandinavian art deco floor lamp in patinated bronze with new linen shade.
Located in København K, 84
Unique 1920s Scandinavian Art deco floor lamp in patinated bronze with new linen shade. Please
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Bronze

Antique Scandinavian Art Deco/Bauhaus Rug by Laila Karttunen
By Laila Karttunen
Located in Milan, IT
knowledge of the art of weaving. Her stylistic influences are clearly rooted in the Art Deco and Bauhaus
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Scandinavian Art Deco Vase in Bronze, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Heavy Scandinavian vase in solid bronze. Perimeter ribbings/tiers engine-turned to its top
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Vases

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Bronze

Scandinavian Art Deco Vase in Bronze, 1930s
Scandinavian Art Deco Vase in Bronze, 1930s
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H 5.91 in Dm 5.12 in
Antique Room Size Scandinavian Art Deco/Bauhaus Rug by Laila Karttunen
By Laila Karttunen
Located in Milan, IT
knowledge of the art of weaving. Her stylistic influences are clearly rooted in the Art Deco and Bauhaus
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Wonderful Little Scandinavian Art Deco Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of our exquisite Swedish Art Deco rug. Adorned with a captivating
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Scandinavian Art Deco Cigar Box in Brass, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A brass cigarette or cigar box decorated horizontal ribbings/lines. It was made by an anonymous craftsman/designer in Scandinavia during the 1930s. It features a wooden lining that p...
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Brass

Scandinavian Art Deco Cigar Box in Brass, 1930s
Scandinavian Art Deco Cigar Box in Brass, 1930s
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H 1.19 in W 3.94 in D 2.56 in
Scandinavian Art Deco Obelisk in Heavy Bronze, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Elegant and simplistically constructed desk ornament or paperweight in bronze. The obelisk can be perceived as a phallic symbol, a creating force or even a symbol of the sun. Its cle...
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Swedish Scandinavian Art Deco Cabinet Attr. Otto Schulz
By Otto Schulz
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful Swedish Art Deco cabinet attributed to the designer Otto Schulz. The cabinet is veneered
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Cabinets

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Nickel, Silver

Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative art deco ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and chrome steel
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount

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Chrome

Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful, decorative, and rare art deco ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and chrome
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount

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Chrome

Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1920s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful, decorative, and very rare art deco ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and
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Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount

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Brass

Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful, decorative, and rare art deco ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and brass
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount

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Brass

Scandinavian art deco globe table lamp, Stjärnmetall, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful Art Deco table lamp, crafted from metal with a globe-shaped base, a porcelain lamp
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Ekornes Postmodern Sheepskin Sofa, Shearling, Scandinavian Art Deco Style
By J.E. Ekornes
Located in Mckinney, TX
This sofa has been elevated to the next level! Simple, beautiful Scandinavian design merges with
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Wood

Scandinavian Art Deco Stool Chinoiserie Style in Original Upholstery, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
Charming stool made in the 1920s in Scandinavia in Art Deco Chinoiserie style. Original upholstery
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Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Art Deco Footstools

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Birch

Scandinavian Art Deco Bedside Tables by Axel Larson for Bodafors
By Axel Larsson, Bodafors
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of rare art deco bedside tables manufactured by Bodafors, Sweden, 1940s. The body of the
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20th Century Swedish Art Deco Side Tables

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Birch, Elm

Pair of Just Andersen Lamps, Scandinavian Art Deco, Denmark 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JUST ANDERSEN An early and beautiful pair of Art Deco table lamps in dark patinated disko metal
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal

Scandinavian Art Deco Ceramic Candleholder by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand
By Ilse Claesson, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
This refined Art Deco glazed ceramic candle was designed by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand in Sweden
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Candlesticks

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Ceramic

Scandinavian Art Deco Table Lamp in Green Bronze & Opaline Glass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A well made possibly up-cycled table lamp made from green verdigris bronze and installed with a spherical white opaline glass shade. This small table light features a 1930s socket in...
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Bronze

Scandinavian Art Deco Globe Pendant Lamp in White Opaline Glass & Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Art Deco or Bauhaus era styled hanging lamp featuring a spherical shade in white opaline glass and
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Scandinavian Art Deco Style Pair of Table Lamps Ikea, Sweden, 1980s
By IKEA
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Art Deco style table lamps made in Sweden and produced for Ikea in the 1980s. Whit its chromed
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Pair Scandinavian Art Deco Theater Pendants Brass Hand-blown Opaline, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of wonderful and rare ball pendants from the transition period from Art Nouveau to Art Deco
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Chrome

Unique White Art Deco Craquelé Sculpture
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Scandinavian Art Deco sculpture with a beautiful craquelé glaze. Unique piece from Northern Europe
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Unique White Art Deco Craquelé Sculpture
Unique White Art Deco Craquelé Sculpture
H 17.33 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
Scandinavian Fluted Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Scandinavian Art Deco Revival in style and configuration. Anonymously made in Scandinavia during the 1970s in a
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish art deco flame mahogany coffee table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish art deco flame mahogany coffee table circa 1930. Good quality piece of Scandinavian art
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Swedish art deco flame mahogany coffee table
Swedish art deco flame mahogany coffee table
H 23.25 in W 33.25 in D 33.25 in
Swedish Art Déco Mirror, Fine Engraving with stylized Leaves 1930s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Rare Scandinavian Art Deco mirror designed with sandblasted and clear crystal glass. The engraving
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Cut Glass, Wood

Pair Just Andersen Denmark 1930s Scandinavian Pewter Stylised Candelabra #MT307
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
A superb pair of Just Andersen, Denmark Scandinavian Art Deco pewter stylised candelabra
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Candelabras

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Pewter

Rare Vase in Brass by Ålenius Björk, 1930’s
By Ivar Ålenius Björk
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
: Scandinavian, Art Deco Produced by Ystad Metall in Sweden Dimensions: (W x D x H): 8 x 8 x 31 cm Condition
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Brass

Pair Of White Metal Art Deco / Classical Mirrors From Svenskt Tenn
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Doraville, GA
Nils Fougstedt or Edvin Ollers and are in the Scandinavian Art Deco / Classical style. Each mirror is
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

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Pewter

Bernhard Hoetger Swedish Rug Signed by Märta Gahn
By Bernhard Hoetger, Märta Gahn 1
Located in West Hollywood, CA
featuring Scandinavian art deco designs. From 1910 -1915, Gahn attended Stockholm’s School of Higher Art
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

1960s Vintage Art Deco Rug in Red Distressed Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
for an array of modern projects welcoming Scandinavian Art Deco sensibilities on a dark scale of
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Vintage 1960s Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

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Wool

"Seated Nude, " Rare Art Deco Vase by Vicke Linstrand, 1940s
By Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of the masters of Scandinavian Art Deco and Mid-Century design in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Vases

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Easy Chair with Flagline Seat & Back, Danish Cabinetmaker
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
, Art Deco interior or a Classic home for example. With a heavy focus on functionality, this design
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Papercord, Beech

Vintage Märta Gahn Large Brown Wall Tapestry in Wool, Sweden, 1930
By Märta Gahn 1
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Scandinavian art deco designs. Gahn attended the Stockholm School of Higher Art and Design from 1910 to 1915
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Tapestries

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Wool

Authentic Round Wabi Sabi Stool in Burl Wood & Hessian, Danish Modern, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
will fit in many interior styles. A modern, Scandinavian, Art Deco interior or a Classic home for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Burl

Swedish Grace, Floor Lamp in Steel, "model 20210", Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Odense, DK
modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian, art deco or an bohemian home decor.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Steel, Wrought Iron

Rug & Kilim’s Swedish Deco style rug in Beige-Brown and Gray Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Collection. On the Design: Inspired by Scandinavian Art Deco works of the early 20th century, the design
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2010s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Swedish Deco style rug in Beige-Brown and Gray Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Collection. On the Design: Inspired by Scandinavian Art Deco works of the early 20th century, the design
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2010s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

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Wool

"Music under the Sea, " Spectacular Art Deco Punchbowl/Centerpiece w/ Mermaids
By Wilhelm Kage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A spectacular example of Scandinavian Art Deco design, this punchbowl with geometric handles and
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Centerpieces

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Porcelain

"Ode to Music, " Exceptional Art Deco Vase with Bars of Music by Kåge, 1938
By Wilhelm Kage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, unfussy lines that Scandinavian Art Deco is known for, yet tells a complex, fascinating story about
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases

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Porcelain

Rug & Kilim’s Swedish Deco Style Rug in Rust-Orange, Beige-Brown & Blue Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Collection. On the Design: Inspired by Scandinavian Art Deco works of the early 20th century, the design
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2010s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Swedish Deco Style Rug in Rust-Orange, Beige-Brown & Blue Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Collection. On the Design: Inspired by Scandinavian Art Deco works of the early 20th century, the design
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2010s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Hand-Woven Art Deco Style Scandinavian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hand-woven Art Deco Style Scandinavian Rug Size: 6'3" × 9'10" (190 × 299 cm) A mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Scandinavian Design Kilim Rug, Art Deco Style, Landscape Orientation
Located in New York, NY
. Secondary parallel geometric flowers. Art Deco style in good condition.  
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian ...

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Wool

Art Deco 1 Blue, Wool Rug in Scandinavian Design
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
Scandinavian design movement that drew inspiration from neoclassicism and art deco. Much like the iconic
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Art Deco 2 Brown, Wool Rug in Scandinavian Design
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
Scandinavian design movement that drew inspiration from neoclassicism and art deco. Much like the iconic
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Brass & Cream Fabric Wall Light, Sweden 1940s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Scandinavian Art Deco wall light was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1940s. The
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Set of 2 Vases by Vicke Lindstrand. Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1944.
By Vicke Lindstrand, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Malmö, SE
. One of the masters of Scandinavian Art Deco and Mid-Century design in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Vintage Scandinavian Ege Art Line Area Rug after Pablo Picasso Woman with Guitar
By (after) Pablo Picasso, Ege Art Line
Located in Dallas, TX
77580, vintage Scandinavian Ege Art Line Area rug after Pablo Picasso Woman with Guitar. Displaying
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Late 20th Century Danish Expressionist Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

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Scandinavian Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Scandinavian art deco for your home. A Scandinavian art deco — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. There are 532 variations of the antique or vintage Scandinavian art deco you’re looking for, while we also have 15 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Scandinavian art deco — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Scandinavian art deco, designed in the Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Scandinavian art deco over the years, but those crafted by Gustavsberg, Josef Ekberg and Ewald Dahlskog are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Scandinavian Art Deco?

Prices for a Scandinavian art deco start at $148 and top out at $143,750 with the average selling for $2,562.
Questions About Scandinavian Art Deco
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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 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
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art 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, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Art 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.