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Art Deco Centerpiece Bowl Basket Chrome and Wood, France 1930s
Art Deco Centerpiece Bowl Basket Chrome and Wood, France 1930s

Art Deco Centerpiece Bowl Basket Chrome and Wood, France 1930s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, or decorative fruit or bread basket was designed in France in the 1930s. The serving piece features a wood handle ornate with chrome...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box
French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box

French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning ornamental lidded box with a marquetry design was made in France around the 1930s. It features a distinctive raised design with a rectangular body, composed of lacquere...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box
Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box

Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This rare French Art Deco knife rest or chopstick rest ensemble is still in its original box. The geometric shape features a chromed metal square stick shape with individual salt and...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

French Art Deco Silver Painted Wood Oval Frame for Painting, Drawing or Mirror
French Art Deco Silver Painted Wood Oval Frame for Painting, Drawing or Mirror

French Art Deco Silver Painted Wood Oval Frame for Painting, Drawing or Mirror

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite French Art Deco frame from the 1930s features intricate wood carvings and stunning silvered floral inlays. Its versatile oval shape can be positioned horizontally or v...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Wood and Lucite Box, 1940s
Art Deco Wood and Lucite Box, 1940s

Art Deco Wood and Lucite Box, 1940s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning hand-carved modernist Art Deco decorative lidded box was crafted in France circa 1940. The rectangular shape features solid wood and crystal-clear Lucite on the sides, ...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Lucite, Wood

Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Barware Cocktail Picks Server, circa 1930
Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Barware Cocktail Picks Server, circa 1930

Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Barware Cocktail Picks Server, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite barware cocktail pick features two carved chromed metal carriers with a central holder. The rare piece was crafted in France circa 1930. Twelve metal cocktail forks wi...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Metal

Henri Chaumeil Uplight Floor Lamp Torchère, France circa 1930
Henri Chaumeil Uplight Floor Lamp Torchère, France circa 1930

Henri Chaumeil Uplight Floor Lamp Torchère, France circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This beautiful and rare original French Art Deco chrome and ceramic uplight floor lamp or torchère (torchiere) was designed by Henri Chaumeil (1877-1944). It features a tall chromed ...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Macassar, Chrome and Lucite Desk Accessory Letter Holder, circa 1940
Macassar, Chrome and Lucite Desk Accessory Letter Holder, circa 1940

Macassar, Chrome and Lucite Desk Accessory Letter Holder, circa 1940

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

Exceptional French Art Deco Desk Accessory in Macassar, Chrome, and Lucite, circa 1940 A rare and refined embodiment of Art Deco modernism, this exquisite desk accessory was crafted ...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Polished Brass and Marble LongHorn Bull Bookends
Art Deco Polished Brass and Marble LongHorn Bull Bookends

Art Deco Polished Brass and Marble LongHorn Bull Bookends

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exceptional pair of Art Deco bookends was crafted in the United States circa 1940. The rare set features a stylized longhorn bull design in solid, polished brass metal, mounted ...

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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Art Deco Gilded Wood Oval Frame for Painting, Drawing or Mirror, France 1980s
Art Deco Gilded Wood Oval Frame for Painting, Drawing or Mirror, France 1980s

Art Deco Gilded Wood Oval Frame for Painting, Drawing or Mirror, France 1980s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved wood frame features beautiful floral decoration with gilded inlay, making it a stunning and ornamental decor piece. The ovoid-shaped frame can ...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Modernist Brass and Bakelite Picture Photo Frame, 1940s
Art Deco Modernist Brass and Bakelite Picture Photo Frame, 1940s

Art Deco Modernist Brass and Bakelite Picture Photo Frame, 1940s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

Made in France circa 1940, this stunning modernist Art Deco picture frame is built with brass and Bakelite. The piece boasts a stepped shiny brown Bakelite base topped with a thick g...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Black and White Galalith Eagle Sculpture Bookends, circa 1930
Art Deco Black and White Galalith Eagle Sculpture Bookends, circa 1930

Art Deco Black and White Galalith Eagle Sculpture Bookends, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning French Art Deco Galalith bookend set was expertly crafted circa 1930. The set features two eagles with their wings spread. The base of the bookends is in black Galalith...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Resin

Art Deco Glass, Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl, circa 1930
Art Deco Glass, Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl, circa 1930

Art Deco Glass, Macassar Wood and Chrome Centerpiece Bowl, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning French Art Deco modernist decorative centerpiece or serving bowl boasts a large round glass bowl with an etched pattern in a lovely transparent smoke-gray color. The ra...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Desk Accessory, Macassar Wood and Metal Inkwell and Blotter, circa 1930
Art Deco Desk Accessory, Macassar Wood and Metal Inkwell and Blotter, circa 1930

Art Deco Desk Accessory, Macassar Wood and Metal Inkwell and Blotter, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco modernist desk accessory was crafted in France, circa 1930. The exceptional ensemble features a double inkwell with a pen holder and a matching blotter. The sl...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Small burl maple center desk
Small burl maple center desk

Small burl maple center desk

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Milano, IT

Small burl maple center desk with three drawers. Chair in maple and burl maple. Italian manufacture, circa 1930/40.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Furniture

Materials

Maple

1930's Walnut and stained wood coffee table
1930's Walnut and stained wood coffee table

1930's Walnut and stained wood coffee table

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Milano, IT

COD-S202 Walnut and stained wood coffee table with two shelves and a drawer. Made in the 1930s.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930
Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930

Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite Art Deco modernist lidded box boasts a minimalist yet refined and sophisticated shape, featuring varnish Macassar wood adorned with tropical wooden edging trims. The r...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Wood, Macassar

French Art Deco Macassar Wood, Metal and Crystal Condiment Server, 1930s
French Art Deco Macassar Wood, Metal and Crystal Condiment Server, 1930s

French Art Deco Macassar Wood, Metal and Crystal Condiment Server, 1930s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning French Art Deco tableware server features crystal jars for preserves, pickles, or condiments, beautifully presented on a stand. The serving piece was crafted circa 1930...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Art Deco Modernist Centerpiece Basket Bowl in Macassar Wood, Chrome and Glass
Art Deco Modernist Centerpiece Basket Bowl in Macassar Wood, Chrome and Glass

Art Deco Modernist Centerpiece Basket Bowl in Macassar Wood, Chrome and Glass

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, or fruit or bread basket was manufactured in France circa 1930. The Macassar wood sides have two large chromed metal ball handles. A...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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Studio Art Deco-lavina furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Studio Art Deco-Lavina furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. We have 2 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Studio Art Deco-Lavina were created in the Art Deco style in europe during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Maria Bruun, Anne Dorthe Vester, and Rolf Hesland. Prices for Studio Art Deco-Lavina furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $476 and can go as high as $7,656, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,500.
Questions About Furniture
  • 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Art 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.