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Art Deco Decorative Objects

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

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
Creator: Upsala Ekeby
Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A cream-colored glazed vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Art Deco White Earthenware Mermaid Bowl "300" by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Rare art deco mermaid bowl created by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. The design features a swordfish, water lilies, bubbles, and a mermaid. The bowl's f...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala Ekeby Swedish Art Pottery Vase Vintage Art Deco Scandinavian Design
Located in Wilton, CT
Hand turned Upsala Ekeby Art Deco vase in metallic black glaze with green strap handles, circa early/mid 20th century. Clear mark. 4 5/8" high, 5...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Antique, Art Deco Upsala Ekeby Glazed Ceramic Vase, Sweden c1920s
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Lovely understated Art Deco ceramic vase, decorated in soft earth tones by Upsala Ekeby of Sweden A very early piece from Upsala Ekeby in wonderful condition Circa 1922-1930 Signed U...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

UPSALA EKEBY - Mid Century Studio Ceramic Vase - Sweden - Circa 1950
Located in Chatham, ON
UPSALA EKEBY - Mid Century studio ceramic vase - black satin glaze over the red clay body with rust colored band to the neck - signed '...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Harald Östergren, Vase, Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green and orange, glazed earthenware vase designed by Harald Östergren and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Black and White Ceramic Vase Uppsala Ekeby
Located in Bochum, NRW
A lovely Art Deco ceramic vase in black and white geometric pattern, by Uppsala Ekeby. Good overall original condition with normal wear. Height 12 cm.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Harald Östergren, Vase / Pitcher Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and red, glazed earthenware vase designed by Harald Östergren and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Harald Östergren, Vase, Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and red, glazed earthenware vase designed by Harald Östergren and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Harald Östergren, Vase, Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and black, glazed earthenware vase designed by Harald Östergren and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.  
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Art Deco Ceramic Globe Vase Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This globe vase was manufactured at Ekeby in Sweden 1930s. With its typical of its time globe shape and with a black glaze orange top this vase stands out...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Upsala-Ekeby, Fluted Vase, Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, off White and Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white glazed earthenware vase with green handles, produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green and Brown-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green and brown, glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green and black-glazed vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Brown And Blue-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, c. 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown and blue-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.  
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Beige and Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and green, glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Beige-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Einar Luterkort Large Vase Swedish Modern, 1930s
Located in Skanninge, SE
A large and very stylish Art Deco vase by the Swedish sculptor and designer Einar Lutherkort, for Upsala-Ekeby. The vase is depicting a jumping naked woman shown in very high relief...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Blue-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed earthenware vase, produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase / pitcher with a brown handle produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Fluted Vase, Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown and blue-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1950s-1960s.  
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1950s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, White and Green-Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A cream-colored, earthenware vase with green undertones and large handles, produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Orange and Beige-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A cream / yellow and orange-glazed vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Harald Östergren, Vase, Green-Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase with floral motif produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s-1940s. Designed by Harald Östergren (1888-1974).
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Orange and Beige-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An orange and beige-glazed vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase. Designed and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Sven Erik Skawonius, Vase, Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase designed by Sven Erik Skawonius and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930-1940s. Signed.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and orange-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Fluted Vase, White and Orange-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A white and orange-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Other designers of the period include Ettore Sottsass, Carl Harry Stålhane, Lisa Larsson, Axel Salto, and...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green and White-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green and white glazed earthenware vase with handles produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Beige and Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. In beige and green-glazed earthenware.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green and Orange-Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase with orange handles produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s-1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow, cream, and orange glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Orange and Beige-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A cream / yellow and orange-glazed vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green Orange Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green and orange glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. .
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Yellow-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green / Black-Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-glazed earthenware vase with green undertones and large handles produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase Produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Harald Östergren, Vase, White Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An early earthenware vase designed by Harald Östergren and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. The piece features a floral motif with white / cream glaze.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow, cream, and green-glazed vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Blue and Grey-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A grey exterior and interior blue-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. .
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow-glazed earthenware vase with handles produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green-Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green-Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase, produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Anna-Lisa Thomson, Vase, Glazed Incised Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green and Orange-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. In orange and green-glazed earthenware.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Yellow Green-Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, c. 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A vase in green and yellow-glazed earthenware, designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s-1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green-Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Green-Glazed Incised Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.  
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Blue-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed earthenware vase. Produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Art Deco decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include René Lalique, Charles Schneider, Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna, and Lalique. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $250,000 while the average work can sell for $1,597.

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