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
- 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
Bellisima Lamps statues woman bronze 70s
Located in Cantù, IT
Bellisima Lamps statues woman bronze 70s
Category
1970s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
5 Foot Mint Green Fiberglass Vases, Belgium 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous set of monumental fiberglass vases from Belgium, circa 1960s. Standing at 5 feet tall, both vases are painted a mint green and have a different but equally unique patina. Am...
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fiberglass
Pair of Bronze Andirons Representing Dogs. French work From Art Deco Period
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons representing dogs is made of bronze. This is a French work from Art Deco period. Circa 1930
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Quirky Model Owl Iron Andirons with Grate
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Quirky model owl iron andirons with grate
This is a very unusual pair, the owls are blacksmith made with yellow glass balls fitted in the eye sockets
These are a Heavy pair of ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
1920s Edwardian Style Oak Door with Frame & Architrave
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A strong and substantial reclaimed 1920s Edwardian style oak door suitable for interior or exterior use. This sturdy antique oak door includes an original frame and architrave for bo...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Oak
Modern Deco Style Bar or Pub Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Stylish gilt metal bistro or pub table with white marble top has a metal base with 4 graduated rings. Table can work well in a modern, traditional or casual setting. Can be used indo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Iron
Art Deco Vintage Solid Brass Handles Towel Rails Towel Bar Pair Duo Austria 1930
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
Materials
Brass
Reclaimed Art Deco French Stoneware Bidet
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed art deco French stoneware bidet. This early 20th century stylish bidet has a smooth square shape and light even craze, a lovely new addition for a bathroom in a contempor...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Art Deco columns, Poland, 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco columns - pedestals, Poland, ca. 1940.
Dimensions: height 103 cm / width 30 cm / depth 30 cm
Category
1940s Polish Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Walnut
Czech White Beech Artdeco Étagère, 1930s, Original Well Preserved Condition
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Czech Bauhaus étagère
Perfect original condition.
Source: Czechia
Period: 1930-1939.
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Beech, Wood, Lacquer
Donald Deskey Andirons and Fireplace Tools by Bennett Co
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A set of modernist iron and brass Donald Deskey andirons and fireplace tools by the Bennett Co.
This set includes stand, shovel, brush, pocker and set of two andirons.
Fireplace tools on stand
32" H x 12.5" W x 8" D.
Good day and welcome,
Harveys on Beverly...
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1960s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Four Piece Cast Brass Art Deco Fireplace Tool Set with Two Stands, c. 1930s
Located in New York, NY
AFP0570
A set of four Art Deco fireplace tools with dual stands in their original aged brass finish, circa 1930s.
Dimensions:
Overall: 20-1/2" H. x 5-1/2" W. x 4-1/2" D.
Base: 4-1/2...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Style Mahogany Lined Mirrored Iron Planter, 1990s
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Art Deco Style mahogany lined mirrored iron planter.
Additional information:
Materials: Iron, Mahogany, Mirror
Please note that this item contains materials that are legally sub...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
2 Armchairs 1930, France, Style: Art Deco, Material: Wood and iron
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Armchairs
Iron and wood
Made in France
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal....
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Polished Nickel Spire Topped Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Machine Age Art Deco polished nickel andirons with curvilinear base and stylized steeple spire finial. On display at 200 Lexington Ave...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Nickel
pair of wrought iron andirons
Located in TARBES, FR
**For Sale: Antique Pair of Wrought Iron Andirons**
Discover this stunning pair of wrought iron andirons, also known as firedogs with bo...
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20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Art Deco Wrought Iron Pedestal w/ Marble Top, ca. 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco
Pedestal
Wrought Iron & Marble
France, circa 1920s
DIMENSIONS
Height: 30.5 inches
Top diameter: 12.25 inches
Base width: 11.75 inches
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Art Deco or Machine Age Donald Deskey Style Solid Brass Streamlined Andirons
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Donald Deskey style classic Art Deco, Machine Age, Streamline design solid brass andirons. Very heavy and well made, with slight patina to brass. These also favor a Walter...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Early Mid Century Italian Wrought Iron Folding Armchair Pair by Carlo Crespi
By Carlo Crespi
Located in Encinitas, CA
Comfortable pair of Carlo Crespi wrought iron folding armchairs, handcrafted in the Village of Parabiago, Milan Italy.
The style details are supe...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Reclaimed Copperlight Art Deco Double Doors (12)
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Bring the understated glamour of the Art Deco era to a property with this stylish set of 1920s internal double doors. Each door features full length copperlight glazing within a stri...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
3 French Art Deco Iron Swag Planters
Located in Queens, NY
3 French Art Deco large rectangular iron jardinieres with swag design (PRICED EACH)
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Metal, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Beach Umbrella with Steam Ship Motif
Located in Hanover, MA
American Art Deco beach umbrella produced by the Troy Sunshade Co. circa 1936.
Highly stylized streamlined silkscreened graphic yellow and black ocean liners steaming through the waves against a brilliant orange sky.
Cotton canvas duck on aluminum wire frame mounted to a two-part green stained oak pole.
Original label present.
From the collection of NYC antique...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Tall French Sculptural Iron Abstract Art Piece, circa 1930s-1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tall French sculptural iron art piece in a motif of rings from the 1930s-1940s. This unique sculpture from France, standing at approximately 6.6 feet in height, has a playful abstract vertical form made up of a series of rings, with circles clustering together making ball-like formations at the top and lower ends, and supported with a larger ring-shaped base. Within the center of this column-like structure, more circular rings are set in horizontal fashion, appearing to be suspended, reminiscent of steps connecting to upper and lower sections. This piece has been constructed of iron and has a wonderfully aged patina. This whimsical French sculpture would not only be fantastic on a patio, but also a great way to fill an otherwise bare corner in your home with great height, texture and conversational...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Iron
White Wrought-Iron Dining Table from Kykuit
Located in Katonah, NY
A set of four quarter-circular wrought-iron tables, with glass inserts, grouped in a circle, American, ca. 1940. Some photos taken without glass inserts. A very flexible and useful table that works in so many situations and one that is from a very distinguished family.
Provenance: Kykuit, Rockefeller...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Black Lacquer Art Deco Pedestal Stands
Located in North York, ON
This pair of black lacquer art deco pedestal stands are a true representation of timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted in the 1940’s in the United States, these stands have b...
Category
1940s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage Hood for e. Frederics Hair and Scalp Treatment Vaporizer, 1930's
Located in San Francisco, CA
This hood is a remnant part of a 1930's E. Frederics Hair and Scalp Treatment Vaporizer, used in curling women's hair or creating "permanent waves" to achieve the new standard of bea...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Italian Rosso Verona Marble Mantel
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite early 19th century fireplace mantel.
Dimensions need to be confirmed prior buying.
In good vintage condition, normal wear and tear.
F-828-344
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Iron
Fine Pair of French Art Deco Statuary Marble Jardiniere
Located in Queens, NY
A Fine Pair Of French Art Deco Statuary Marble Jardiniere.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Art Decco Fireplace Andirons
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
These wrought iron fireplace Andirons could be classified Art Deco or Midcentury. They will do the job intended and look good doing it. The iron fireplace log holders will work wit...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Art Deco Style Sterling Silver and Agate Handled Presentation Trowel
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver and agate handled presentation trowel in the Art Deco style, boxed; an addition to our diverse presentation silverware collection
This exceptional antique George VI agate and sterling silver trowel has a triangle, angular shaped blade in the Art Deco style.
The anterior face of the blade features an extended protruding angular border embellished with bands of tooled decoration.
The ornamentation to the blade incorporates the contemporary engraved presentation inscription:
'Presented to The Right Honorable The Lord Mayor of Newcastle upon Tyne, Alderman Gilbert Oliver, J.P. upon Laying the Foundation Stone for the New Artillery Barracks, 7th July 1938'.
The reverse of the blade is plain and unembellished, apart from the featured hallmarks.
This sterling silver presentation trowel...
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20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver, Silver
Art Deco Silver Plated Woman
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco silver plated metal figure of woman in dress (fire screen)
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Silver Plate
Outstanding Art Deco Stick Wicker occ. table by Donald Deskey /Ypsilanti Reed
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding Art Deco Stick Wicker occ. table designed by Donald Deskey made by Ypsilanti Reed.. Rare table , Amazing design,, Classic art deco / skyscraper.. retains original finish ...
Category
1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Art Deco Marble Vase, 1920s
Located in Greding, DE
Large conical vase made of gray marble with fluted pilasters and a round base.
Category
1920s Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Fish Stucco, France, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Stucco
Material: stucco
Country: France
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at your disposa...
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1830s French Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stucco
Modern Classic Column Large in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Classic Column in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti is a refined display piece that exudes minimalist elegance. This tapered pedestal features a sleek, hand-crafted white sha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Pair of Modern Classic Columns in Black Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Classic Column in Black Shagreen by R&Y Augousti is a refined display piece that exudes minimalist elegance. This tapered pedestal features a sleek, hand-crafted black sha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Pair of Modern Classic Columns in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Classic Column in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti is a refined display piece that exudes minimalist elegance. This tapered pedestal features a sleek, hand-crafted white sha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Pair of Art Deco Rattan Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco rattan armchairs, circa 1930
good general condition, small problems with the rottin on the feet.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rattan
Pair of French 20th Century Metal Ballustrades
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of French 20th Century, curved metal balustrades with arrow detail.
The arrow heads and feathered ends are gilded.
Very chic and stately.
Please note the measurements are per se...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Statue Inspired Luc Tuymans to Create His Famous Painting Sculpture
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco Goldscheider statue of an African warrior.
This statue inspired the artist (painter) Luc Tuymans to create his famous work (painting) ; ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Plaster
French 1950s Iron and Marble Coffee Table
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant rectangular coffee table with a wrought iron base, with original red paint, and a Carrara marble top. Raised on cabriole legs, and elaborate curlicued base.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Carrara Marble, Wrought Iron
Pair of Large Art Deco Andirons
Located in Buchanan, NY
1920s American pair of patinated bronze andirons.
Category
1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Rare 1922 Hand Painted Hungarian Hand Painted Security Anti Looting Door Hungry
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Hungarian hand painted security door dating from 1922 used for stopping looting after the war
...
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1920s Hungarian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pedestal Art deco, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at your disposal.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Hand-Painted Screen Door Modernist Art Deco Contemporary Folk Art, C.Moore
Located in Buffalo, NY
Wonderful, hand-painted screen door, fantasy-like, Depicting Buffalo, New York Central Terminal, train station, complete with Deco terminal, building, ai...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
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 Building and Garden Elements
Mid Century French Copper and Brass Panel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mid-century French panel, crafted with copper and brass rivets, presents a uniquely textured surface that captivates the eye. The panel's rich texture, reminiscent of intricate ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Brass Scroll Andirons After Raymond Subes
Located in New York, NY
Well designed and crafted brass scroll form andirons, clean, original ready to use condition. In the style of Raymond Subes
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Square Terracotta Garden Plaques
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Square terracotta garden plaques, with decorative Art Deco style patterning.
These plaques have weathered and aged beautifully and they are perfect for adding texture and interest ...
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20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Reproduction Art Deco Door Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reproduction Art Deco door set consisting of two cast brass levers and two cast brass rosettes. Spindle and screws also included.
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
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.