Art Deco Architectural Elements
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
Architectural Iron Art Deco Windows, Set of 4
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Exceptional set of 4 Art Deco windows. The 2 large windows from the set with swiveling side element also have the original Art Deco stained glass.
D...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron Large Theater Sconces
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of large Art Deco Spanish Revival style wrought iron architectural sconces with cold-painted finish made to look like bronze. Five half-dome torchiere up-lights create a dramatic effect when lit. Each dome is 7" diameter. Good quality iron work with large rivets and heavy cast iron back plate...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron, Iron
1 of the 30 Unique Antique Relief Tiles Art Deco Pattern, Le Claive, circa 1920
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 30 pcs. Exceptional antique wall tiles with nice Art Deco Pattern, Le Claive, circa 1920, Belgium.
The dimensions per tile are 4.7 inch (12 cm) × 4.7 inch (12 cm).
Please n...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1 of the 79 Unique Antique Green Wall Tiles, Le Claive, circa 1920
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 79 pcs. exceptional antique greem wall tiles, Le Claive, Belgium circa 1920. With a wonderful rich pattern.
The dimensions per tile are 4,7 inch (12 cm) × 4,7 inch (12 cm)....
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1 of the 30 Unique Antique Relief Tiles, Le Claive, circa 1949
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 30 pcs. exceptional antique wall tiles, manufactured circa 1945, Le Claive Belgium. The dimensions per tile are 4.7 inch (12 cm) × 4.7 inch (12 cm).
Please note that the pi...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Four Bronze Elevator Indicator Lights
Located in New York, NY
Set of four fantastic Art Deco bronze elevator indicator lights. Rectangular in form with a cast anthemion moulding. Domed front housing with red and white glass light covers. Over...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Solid Brass Gadrooned Corbel
Located in Hanover, MA
Unusual Art Deco solid cast brass corbel in bell form with fluted gadrooning.
Very heavy. 20-25 pounds.
A bracket could be attached to the back so it cou...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
1920 Heavy Large Art Deco Bronze Chandelier Etched Glass from Port Arthur Texas
Located in New York, NY
Large Art Deco bronze chandelier with etched glass from a 1929 school auditorium in Port Arthur, Texas. Cleaned and rewired. Small quantity available at time of posting. Please inqui...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
1 of the 36 Unique Antique Tiles, Societe Morialme circa 1920, Belgium
Located in Rijssen, NL
A large set of unique antique tiles, red brown colored with a beautiful Art Deco pattern, Societe Morialme circa 1920, Belgium
The dimensions per tile are 5.9" (15 cm) x 5.9" (15 cm).
Please note that the piece is for 1 piece! more pieces available. Also border tiles...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1 of the 150 Antique Dark Red/Brown Ceramic Tiles by Morialme, circa 1930s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Recently lifted from its original home, a set of antique tiles from the early 20th century. With a beautiful geometric stylized design.
Manufactur...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Hand-Painted Tile Panel from the Lobby of the Hilton Plaza, Miami Beach
Located in Miami, FL
Offering the last surviving ceramic art panel from the lobby of the Hilton Plaza Hotel in Miami Beach. Jackie Gleason was "Creative Consultant" for the ...
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1960s American Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Phila Civic Center Carved Limestone Asia Frieze Eagle Imperial
Located in New York, NY
This unique frieze was formerly hung at the Philadelphia Civic Center in Pennsylvania. The building was erected in 1929 and was used for political conventions, sporting events, and o...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Limestone
Italian Arabescato Marble Fireplace in The Art Deco Style
Located in London, GB
An Italian Arabescato marble fireplace in the Art Deco style. The moulded jambs surmounted by plain frieze and shaped shelf above. Modern.
Additional information:
Shelf Width: 1363...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Marble
Phila Civic Ctr Art Deco Bronze Monolock Door Knob Set
Located in New York, NY
1930 Philadelphia Civic Center Art Deco bronze monolock door knob set. Two sets have a keyhole in the doorknob at time of posting. Please specify. Priced per set. Salvaged by Olde Go...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Phila Civic Centre Corbin Art Deco Push Plate Door Pull Set
Located in New York, NY
1931 Corbin signed bronze door pull and push plate set with emblems salvaged from the Philadelphia Civic Centre. The push plate has the original lock. This pair is made for the front...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Art Deco Wrought Iron Store Displays / Stands / Fixtures /Shelves
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Pair of Art Deco wrought iron store displays / stands / Fixtures /shelves, GARDEN, Classic Art Deco "waterfall" design, My guess, originally out of an old pastrie shop. Cand...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Very Large Gold Brass Odeon Cinema EXIT Sign A great piece of nostalgia
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Large Gold Brass Odeon Cinema EXIT Sign
A great piece of nostalgia, this is the front of a large Exit sign from a cinema, the word EXIT would have b...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
Pair of Torch Form Architectural Details
Located in Nantucket, MA
Solid bronze with natural aged verdigris surface.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Large French Art Deco Stained Glass Panel for a Window or Door
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large French Art Deco Stained Glass Panel for a Window or Door
This is a lovely piece, it has very attractive leaded glass in beautiful autumn colours with a handsome dancer set i...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Art Glass
Brown and Yellow Art Nouveau Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 192
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
Handmade relief tiles in warm brown and yellow glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium.
These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed or inco...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Shop Window Display Stand A lovely piece, and so rare
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Art Deco Shop Window Display Stand
A lovely piece, and so rare, this one was made by F Sage & Co London for Potter & Sons, both names are etched into one of th...
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Early 1900s Antique Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Long Push and Pull Door Handles, England
Located in London, GB
A pair of bronze door handles, each with a long rectangular mounting plate. First half twentieth century, found in England.
The handles are a very simple design, made from bronze (o...
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20th Century English Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Black Marble Art Deco Style Fireplace
Located in London, GB
An unusual Art Deco style fireplace in black marble. The triangular, panelled jambs surmounted by panelled frieze and reeded shelf. A copy of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Marble
Antique Deco Fireplace, Inlaid Red and Yellow Marble, Rough, Early 1900, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique and precious deco fireplace, composed of red (levanto) and yellow (siena) marble inlaid with geometric designs, wavy legs and pediment, well sculpted and ground. Composed of ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Breccia Marble
Art Deco Style Polished Steel Firebasket
Located in London, GB
Art Deco style polished cast iron firegrate, with flutes and ring design to front.
Measures: Width at front: 630 mm 24 ¾"
Width at back: 570 mm 22 ½"
Height: 565 mm 22 ¼"
Depth: 290...
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19th Century Antique Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Steel
Pair of Art Deco Chrome & Bakelite Pull Handles
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool pair of art deco chrome and bakelite pull handles, circa 1940s. The set is in good vintage condition and measures 9.5"W x 2"D x 1.25". #3488
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20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Chrome
Albert Chase McArthur Entrance Railing for the Arizona Biltmore 1928
Located in Camden, ME
Albert Chase McArthur ornamental railing designed in 1928 for the Arizona Biltmore in
Phoenix, Arizona.
The elegant line of abstract A's and revers...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Steel
Unique Sculptural Door Handle or Ornament in Heavy Bronze 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Unique Sculptural Door Handle or Ornament in Heavy Bronze, Presumably Dutch, 1930s.
Unique and highly sculptural, this door handle / pull / ornament presumably comes from an Art De...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Paul Kiss 2 decorative elements Art Deco wrought iron door transom
By Paul Kiss
Located in NANTES, FR
Door transom or decorative element in wrought iron stamped P.Kiss Paris.
Around 1930.
Decor of basket of stylized flowers of very good quality and manufacture.
In perfect condition.
...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
20th Century Green Art Deco Belgian Antique Fireplace Mantel
Located in Beervelde, BE
The combination of the 20th century Campan vert marble with brass and the craftsmanship is an example of the Belgian arts and the industry. This mantel (fi...
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20th Century Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Marble, Brass
Green Handcrafted Cast Iron Art Deco Stand for Christmas Tree, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This early 20th century, cast iron Christmas tree stand is especially crafted for small Christmas trees. It is perfectly Art Deco in sha...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
Two Pieces Art Deco Edge Protection for the Wall, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Two pieces Art Deco edge protection for the wall, circa 1920s.
Polished and stove enamelled.
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Verdigris Green Wrought Iron Architectural Elements, 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of antique French Art Deco wrought iron architectural elements, featuring their original verdigris green finish. These free-standing pieces showcase intricate ironwork and wor...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
Late 19th C Pair of Carved Marble Architectural Corbels Elements
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Late 19th century pair of hand carved marble corbels with organic following decoration previously part of larger interior architectural feature or fireplace
The sections are extreme...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Marble
Antique Brass Mail Box Slot Cover, c. 1930's
Located in Ross, CA
Antique Dutch mail box slot cover, made of brass with the word Brieven which means letters. Made in the Netherlands between 1920's to 1940's.
Mail slot opening is approximately 5 i...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 Art Deco Keyhole Plates Polished Nickel Skyscraper
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of four highly stylized skyscraper design art deco keyhole plates 19 inches tall by 2.5 inches wide. Polished nickel plated cast metal.
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Nickel
Art Deco Decorative Brass Round Drawer Pulls Set of 4
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Art Deco Elegant Brass Round Drawer Pulls Set of 4
1.25 diameter x 1 tall
4 total
Preowned vintage condition.
See images provided please.
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Plaster Relief of a Woman with a Greyhound Dept Store Installation
By Louis Icart
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular and a rare piece from the art Deco period. Fabulous relief of a scantily clad glamorous woman with a Greyhound that looks like it's in motion. The dog is leading the way ...
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1950s American Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Metal Post Office Box Covers with Lock
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Gorgeous Art Deco style metal post office box covers. There are three available. The edges have a Greek key motif around the edges. A lock at the top i...
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20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Aluminum And Pyrex Glass Subway Light Covers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Architectual, art deco, subway light covers feature tubular aluminum frames with ribbed diffused, Pyrex glass shades segmented into 4 one foot sections by...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Aluminum
White and Blue Flower Art Deco Glazed Tiles by Le Glaive, 1920
By Le Glaive
Located in Rijssen, NL
Handmade tiles in white and blue glazed color. With an illustration of a large flower and some leaves. Manufactured around 1920 by Le Glaive, Belgium.
These tiles would be charming d...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1931 Pair Art Deco Corbin Philadelphia Civic Center Push Plates
Located in New York, NY
1931 pair of Corbin signed bronze push plates with emblems salvaged from the Philadelphia Civic Center. This pair is made for the front and back of o...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Antique Classic Art Deco Bronze Grill Pair Available
Located in Ware, GB
These stunning bronze grills not only serve as a striking decorative element for any environment but also carry historical significance, having been salvaged from the prominent Berke...
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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
1929 'South America' Limestone Frieze Phila Civic Center
Located in New York, NY
This unique limestone frieze depicts a map of South America and formerly was part of the façade of the Philadelphia Civic Center in Pennsylvania. The ...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Limestone
Jansen France Art Deco pair obelisks in polychromed wood circa 1930
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Jansen France Art deco circa 1930 pair of obelisks in polychromed wood.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Wood
Brass and Red Rope Barrier a Useful Piece from an Old Theatre
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Brass and Red Rope Barrier
A useful piece from an Old Theatre, the barrier is 2 brass columns with a red rope to joining them
The posts are 42” high and 11” in diameter at the...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
1931 Art Deco Philadelphia Civic Center Corbin Bronze Push Plate
Located in New York, NY
1931 Corbin signed Art Deco bronze push plate with emblem and lock insert salvaged from the Philadelphia Civic Center. Salvaged by Olde Good Things f...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Hungarian Enamel Kosher Butcher Shop Sign
Located in New York, NY
Heavy and massive enamel Kosher butcher shop sign, Budapest, Hungary, circa 1920.
White, blue, and red enamel over iron, inscribed in the middle :"Or...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Enamel, Iron
Shoe Shop Mirror Advertising Sign, A S & Sons Shore Pedic Shoes
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Shoe shop mirror advertising sign, A S & Sons Shore Pedic Shoes.
This is a great and authentic piece, the sign has gold mirrored lettering on brown glass, the glass is set in a bl...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Architectural Elements
Art Deco Marble Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A good quality Art Deco marble fireplace with a French Louis XV influence. The jambs with carved inner rope moulding, carved wreaths and ber...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Architectural Elements
Materials
Marble
Art Deco architectural elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco architectural elements 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 architectural elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, wall decorations, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco architectural elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, Belgium, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original architectural elements, popular names associated with this style include OTHR, Gilliot, Societe Morialme, and Albert Chase McArthur. 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 architectural elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $55 and tops out at $32,500 while the average work can sell for $903.