Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
ART DECO STYLE
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.
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Style: Art Deco
Breguet Month-Going Long Case Regulator Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
Completed on December 31st, 1931, this Breguet mahogany and brass floor month-going regulator clock is a perfect emblem of Breguet’s Art Deco and mechanical excellence during the important interwar period. Adorned with the hallmark Breguet features, including the famous moon tip Breguet hands and a beautifully polished brass frame, the clock is further enhanced with exquisite decoration on the plates. Featuring the most accurate escapement of its time, this month-going regulator stands as one of the most dependable timekeepers of its day. Its design even excludes a chime to...
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20th Century Swiss Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Art Deco 1930's Regulator
Located in Amersham, GB
A very fine regulator dating from 1936 in a restrained art deco style. The large precision 8 day movement with Harrison’s maintaining power, and a dead beat escapement with six bar wheels...
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Art Deco Portois and Fix Viennese Tall Case Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an amazingly rare piece of Art Deco furniture by an exceptionally rare maker, namely, an Art Deco Portois and Fix Viennese Tall Case Clock.
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Art Deco Oak and Mahogany Longcase Clock by Enfield
Located in Norwich, GB
Art Deco oak cased longcase clock with arched top and mahogany moulding, serpentine shaped base standing on block feet and with glazed trunk door.
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'Bauhaus' Chrome Art Deco Longcase Clock
By Bauhaus
Located in Norwich, GB
‘Bauhaus’ Chrome Longcase Clock
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Art Deco grandfather clocks and longcase clocks for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco grandfather clocks and longcase clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage grandfather clocks and longcase clocks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco grandfather clocks and longcase clocks made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and Austria pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original grandfather clocks and longcase clocks, popular names associated with this style include Enfield Clock Company, and Portois & Fix. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for grandfather clocks and longcase clocks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,250 and tops out at $30,970 while the average work can sell for $14,140.
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