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Art Deco Building and Garden 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

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
French Art Deco Porcelain Pedestal Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This original reclaimed French pedestal basin is the epitome of the Art Deco era with its striking stepped design! Originating from early 20th century France, it would’ve been a stat...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Porcelain

Historical early 20th century Lindbergh Viaduct Arch Bridge Light Fixtures
Located in New York, NY
Historical Lindbergh Viaduct Bridge lights. Original Made in New York acrylic lampshades (or materials used at the time) - Lindbergh Viaduct bridge was built in 1927 and named after ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Solid Brass Pull Handle or Cabinet Handle Art Deco 13 cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
Art Deco inspiration Door and cabinet handle made of solid patinated brass, hand made in our workshops. Measure: 13 cm.
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Washbasin in Cement Fully Covered with Blue, White & Golden Ceramics circa 1930
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Washbasin in cement fully covered with blue, white & golden ceramics circa 1930.
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Cement

Massive Art Deco Grade "A" Neon Advertising Sign
Located in Stockton, NJ
Massive and rare vintage Art Deco Grade "A" Neon Advertising sign. Heavy steel construction. Currently not wired for electric with a few minor breaks ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Set of Two Rare Art Deco Windows, Faceted Glass and Brass, Austria, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare - Art Deco / Art Nouveau.
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1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Art Deco Vintage Solid Brass Handles Towel Rails Towel BarPair Duo Austria 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair duo handles or towel racks or towel rails from solid brass Austria 1930s. A wonderful pair or duo of handles from solid brass manufactured 1930s characterized t...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Machine Age Art Deco Doctors or Bathroom Floor Model Scale Weigh Master by Hanso
Located in New York, NY
Great Machine Age, American Art Deco floor scale, Weigh Master by Hanson. The scale is fully functional, it shows cosmetic wear to the paint finish, and th...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Art Deco Frankart Ash Tray
Located in Water Mill, NY
Art Deco Frankart ash tray or plant holder. Signed. Very good. Unrestored condition.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Late Edwardian Stepped Limestone Fireplace Surround in the Art Deco Manner
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A charming and fully restored Period Limestone Art Deco fireplace surround of great quality, available with its original hearth plate, attr...
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1930s Scottish Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Vintage Leaded Stained Glass Red and Blue Parrot Bird Window Suncatcher - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Leaded Stained Glass Red and Blue Parrot Bird Window Suncatchers - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: Each: 33" H x 21.75" W x 0....
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Glass

Art Deco Iron Planter Pedestal or Jardiniere After Warren McArthur, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
An exceptional pair of 1920's Art Deco plant stands, planters or Jardinieres in the style of Warren McArthur in black and with gold design. The pa...
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20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Copper, Iron

Pair of French Wrought Iron Door Guards
Located in Buchanan, NY
These elegant French door guards from the early 20th century are a true work of art. Made from wrought iron, they showcase intricate neoclassical details that are both beautiful and...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Tolix 'Genuine' Vintage Steel Dining Chairs C1950's Hundreds to Choose from
Located in Chicago, IL
Authentic European Tolix chairs with their original gold TOLIX labels. We have over (1500) Tolix chairs, stools and tables in stock, new and vintage Tolix. This set of (4) are near-m...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Art Deco Alabaster Urn Lamp
Located in Barcelona, ES
Stylish Art Deco alabaster urn shaped uplighter table lamp with carved bottom, Spain, 1930s. Elegant and classical design, highly decorative eff...
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20th Century Spanish Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Alabaster

French Art Deco Iron Fireplace Screen
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco French wrought iron fireplace screen with hand-hammered effect throughout. Purchased from the Parisian flea.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Art Deco Era Garden Platinum Goliath Heron Crane Fountain Sculptures 6+ feet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Magnificent pair of life-size+ bronze Goliath Heron fountain sculptures from the Art Deco era. What sets these apart from all others is their silver pl...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

6 Art Deco Brass Casement Widow Stays
Located in London, GB
A run of six Art Deco brass casement widow stays each with a matching pins. Each stay has 5 holes for adjustment of the angle of the window. The back of each stay is marked W R...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

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 Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

French Art Deco Period Fireplace Screen
Located in Amerongen, NL
Late 19th or early 20th century French Art Deco 3-panel fireplace screen. The screen is made of brass, iron and iron mesh. The fireplace screen is in a good condition, but has some d...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

Fireplace Screen, Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, Early 20th Century
Located in Helsinki, FI
Fireplace screen, manufactured by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, Early 20th Century. Forged iron. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Beautiful detailed piece.
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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique White Art Deco Mantelpiece
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Discover this beautiful antique Art Deco fireplace, carved from Carrara marble, with veins that accentuate its natural splendor. This fireplace embodies a fusion of elegance and opul...
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19th Century French Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

CASA BIQUE Pink & White Tessellated Marble Lighted Art Deco Display Column
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Art Deco style lighted display column / plant stand by Casa Bique, of Thomasville, North Carolina, USA. Tessellated pink & white marble formi...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Set of 3 Art Deco Glass Door Handles with Plates
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gorgeous set of 3 Art Deco glass door handles with plates. Amazingly complete set! Probably made in the US circa 1925-30. These ar...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Chrome

French Art Deco Pair of Andirons, 1925
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco pair of cast iron andirons, France, circa 1925. Pair of neoclassical Art Deco andirons "Return from Egypt", this French style preceding the First Empire, very fashion...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique Parisian Stone Top Cast Iron Bistro Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Parisian Stone Top Cast Iron Bistro Table This antique Parisian bistro table is a classic and elegant piece of outdoor furniture with historical charm. The table's sturdy ca...
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Early 1900s French Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Stone, Iron

Attractive Brass Fireside Companion Set, Fireside Tools
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Attractive Brass Fireside Companion Set, Fireside Tools This is a very attractive set on its own stand, shovel, tongs, brush and poker The stand 16” tall and 4” in diameter FB133
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

French Majolica Set of 2 Vases & Jardiniere Orchies circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
A French Majolica set of 2 vases and a jardiniere with flowers signed Orchies circa 1930. Art Deco period. Vases height 12.5 inches.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Majolica, Ceramic

Set of 8 French Fold-up Iron with Slatted Wood Cafe Garden Dining Chairs C1920
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 8 fold up garden dining area chairs with a bit of that Parisian charm and elegance associated with French Cafes. Chairs are in excellent antique unrestored condition....
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Art Deco Carrara Marble French White Circulation Fireplace
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
A beautiful sleek Art Deco fireplace made of Carrara marble. Simplicity and elegance meet in this antique Art Deco fireplace. The double pro...
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19th Century French Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Carrara Marble

White and Blue Flower Art Deco Glazed Tiles by Le Glaive, 1920
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 Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Art Deco Marble Vase, 1920s
Located in Greding, DE
Large conical vase made of gray marble with fluted pilasters and a round base.
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

1 of the 60 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 60 handmade tiles in rich brown and yellow glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed or...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Lifesize Plaster Sculpture Representing Jeanne d'Arc
By Andre Besqueut
Located in Antwerp, BE
A life size plaster sculpture representing Jeanne of d'Arc as an androgynous girl dressed as a knight and wearing a fleur-de-lys covered cl...
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20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Plaster

Set of 6 "medallion" garden chairs 19th century
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Set of 6 "medallion" garden chairs 1950 in riveted wrought iron and openwork woven cane. Very fine workmanship Rare model, in the style of Christian Dior's emblematic chair revisite...
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19th Century French Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

1 of the 30 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 30 handmade antique tiles in rich brown and green glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. One tile is divided in four squares, two brown and tw...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

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 Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

1 of the 67 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 67 handmade antique tiles in rich brown and blue creme glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easel...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Garden set attributed to René Drouet Art Deco French work 1940
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Garden set attributed to René Drouet in wrought iron decorated with curves and volutes. French work 1940 including : 4 men armchairs: Height: 107 x Width: 55 x Depth: 54 cm Seat h...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique Roseville Donatello Cherubs Art Pottery Jardiniere & Pedestal Flower Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Roseville Donatello Cherubs Art Pottery Jardiniere & Pedestal Flower Pot - 2 Pc Set. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: 29" H x 13" Diameter.
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Early 1900s Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Set of 4 pcs. Art Deco Murano Glass and Brass Door Handles
Located in Vilnius, LT
The set of 4 pcs. Art Deco Murano glass and brass door handles. Solid round glass is transparent. Each handle goes with two fixing brass elements at the ends, that are newly polishe...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Rare Art Deco Cast Iron Aquarium Fish Tank by Jewel
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare deco cast iron aquarium fish tank by Jewel. As shown in original catalog page, This is the tabletop aquarium "model No 90" Missing one glass ...
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20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Art Deco Iron Pedestal Planter
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Deco sculptural iron pedestal supporting a square wire mesh planter with decorative appliqués of metal flowers in iron bowls. The planter holds a metal liner on its interior. The...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Three Antique Painted French Doors
Located in Houston, TX
Three antique painted French doors, heavy painted antique wooden doors (circa 1910-1930, France), deeply carved with geometrical moldings, in their original paint. Two doors hinge to...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

Art Deco Plaster Relief of a Woman with a Greyhound Dept Store Installation
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 Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

The Deco: A Transitional Carved Stone Fireplace in the Art Deco Style
Located in Chicago, IL
The Deco fireplace has a classic Art Deco-inspired profile, that is simple yet elegant. This fireplace works perfectly in either modern or traditional settings. With an 8" depth, it...
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2010s American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

French 1950s Iron Fretwork Patio Set
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant iron patio set comprising a console, a coffee table, two chairs, a settee and two curule stools. The set presents delicate fretwork and hammered iron, and is painted in its o...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Stone, Wrought Iron

1 of the 200 Darkgreen Antique Tiles, Societe Morialme circa 1920, Belgium
Located in Rijssen, NL
A large set of unique antique tiles, blue and dark green colored with a beautiful Art Deco pattern, Societe Morialme circa 1920, Belgium. On the tiles is in dark green and blue paint...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Art Deco Split Ypsilanti Stick Reed Wicker or Sofa with Pair Arm Chairs c. 1930s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome Art Deco Split Reed Rattan Sofa with a Pair of Armchairs and original cushions with vintage leopard-decorated fabric. You may want to reupholster. Some people call this Sp...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Reed

Pair of Art Deco Style Marble & Onyx Pedestals Columns with Bronze Panels
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF ART DECO STYLE STACKED MARBLE AND ONYX PEDESTALS WITH BAS-RELIEF PLAQUES OF DANCING MAIDENS Both plaques signed "DH Chiparus" second production post-1950 Item # 402HEG23P A...
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20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Onyx, Marble, Bronze

Mixed Art Deco Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 1920
Located in Rijssen, NL
Mixed handmade tiles in rich brown, green and yellow glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed o...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Pair of 1920s French Cast Iron Jardinieres with Original Purple Paint
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of unique round cast iron jardinieres attributed to Deville & Cie of Charleville, France. The casting has a floral detail. There is drainage below for permanent planting.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Early 20th century American building copper panels
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century American building copper panels A rare and magnificent piece of American architectural history. In the style of art deco this matched pair of early 20th century c...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Copper

Antique Art Deco Folding Oak Wood Steamer Ship Reclining Deck Chair by Lloyd's
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique "Relaxing Sun Chair" Art Deco Folding Oak Wood Steamer Ship Reclining Deck Chair by Lloyd's. Item features a unique reclining form which works with the person seated leaning ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

Art Deco White Tan Alabaster Skyscraper Style Console Table Base Pedestal Column
Located in Miami, FL
Stately white Alabaster skyscraper shaped console table base, Pedestal, Column from the Art Deco Period. Note: No Glass Top, we offer just the base. Glass used for the pictures: 56...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Alabaster

Three Italian Wrought Iron Garden Chairs circa 1940's
Located in Hanover, MA
Three Italian wrought iron oversized patio chairs with upholstered seats, backs and armrest pads. Note the distinctive iron rosebuds, stems and leaves among the iron scrolls. Origin...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Hand Wrought Large Two Tier Plant Stand with Ornamental pieces.
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic large and ornate iron work in the style of Oscar Bach. A very decorative piece designed to hold many potted plants. A large round central element which is supported by an i...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Steel, Iron

Art Deco pedestals, 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Two Art Deco pedestals from the 1940s, Poland. Dimensions: height 106 cm / width 35 cm / depth 35 cm
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1940s Polish Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements

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Walnut

Art Deco building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco building and garden 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include OTHR, Gilliot, Francois Carre, and Patrick Coard. 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 building and garden 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 $250,000 while the average work can sell for $2,600.

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