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
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
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Wood
Sandstone Wall Fountain in Art Deco Style
Located in Greding, DE
Wall Fountain in Art Deco-style with a high rising, tapering square shaft. At the upper part is a molded, geometric decor in the style of Art Deco. The basin is in the shape of a hal...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
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Sandstone
Bronze and Iron Andirons, Signed, French, circa 1930
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of bronze and iron. They are French, from the 1930s, in the style of Raymond Subes or Jules Leleu. They are typical from the Art Deco period. They are s...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
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Bronze, Iron
Pair of Vintage French Marble Gilt Bronze Porcelain Romantic Painted Pillars
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of early 20th century circa 1920s French marble and gilt bronze pedestal pillars with hand painted porcelain bodies depicting lo...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
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Marble
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Bamboo Flower Stand
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bamboo flower stand.
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1940s Slovak Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo
2 Garden Pots in White Painted Concrete, Black Striped, circa 1930/1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 garden pots in white painted concrete, black striped.
wear and tear
circa 1930/1950.
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Reclaimed Art Deco Bronze Lantern Pier Caps
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual set of reclaimed pier caps in the form of bronze Art Deco lanterns dating from the early 20th century. You can just imagine these pier caps as an ...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Art Deco Virgin, 1930, Sign : T. Fosca , Foundry: Gottuzzo Y Piana
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Virgin
Sign : T. Fosca
Foundry: Gottuzzo y Piana
Material: silver plated bronze
The foundry was founded in 1884, during the presidency of Julio Roca in Buenos Aires, Argentina b...
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1830s Argentine Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Shop Window Display Stand A lovely piece, and so rare
Located in Chillerton, 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Firegrate in Steel, First Quarter of the 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Constructed of steel and depicting leaping stags, having four bars between shaped supports.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
An English Bolection Fireplace in Ancaster stone
Located in London, GB
An English bolection fireplace in Ancaster stone. The jambs and frieze with moulding throughout, surmounted by moulded shelf. Unusually deep design for the style...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Art Deco Column with drawers and shelves, 1930, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Column Art Deco
Year: 1930
Country: French
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 dispos...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Bar in Wood, Style, Art Deco, Sign, Wright Soc. Anon
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Amaizing bar
Style: Art Deco
If you want to live in the golden years, this is the bar that your project needs.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vint...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Mirror
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...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
2 Armchairs 1940, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Armchairs
Iron on Gold leaf
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.
Pushing...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Brass and Red Rope Barrier a Useful Piece from an Old Theatre
Located in Chillerton, 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
France Armchair, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Armchair
They are repainted before delivery.
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 dispo...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Art Deco Siena Marble Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An elegant antique art deco Siena marble fireplace. Beautifully crafted in an architectural style, this fireplace has a timeless design and golden tone, perfect for contemporary and ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Siena Marble
1930's Enamelled Knight Fireside Companion Set and Matching Fender
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
1930's Enamelled Knight Fireside Companion Set and Matching Fender
The Knight has been cast in iron & finished with an enamel lustre glaze The head of the Knight opens up to reve...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Coastal Andirons in Hammered Nickel Plated Iron, c. 1980's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Elegant fireplace andirons with coastal design featuring stylized shell and wave motifs. Handcrafted from hammered steel and cast iron, features pierced metal cut-outs with nickel p...
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1980s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
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Iron, Nickel
Attributed Raymond Subes Iron Panel (2 Available)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French hand forged iron panels, circa 1945, attributed Raymond Subes. Two available, each about 5’ tall and 12” wide.
Priced per panel.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Table Lamp with Planter Maison Pierre Fargette, France, 1920, France
By P. Fargette
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Maison Pierre Fargette, a Parisian lighting design house
Material: chromed bronze
Style: Art Deco
Country: France
To take care of your property and ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Tall Metal Wrapped Mirror Panels
Located in Dallas, TX
Extra tall vintage mirror panels wrapped in hammered metal. Available as set of 3 or individually.
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1970s Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Sheet Metal
2 enamelled terracotta caryatids circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 enamelled terracotta caryatids circa 1930
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
ORIGINAL RESTORED ART DECO ZOORAY HiGHLAND TERRIER SCOTTIE DOG ELECTRIC HEATER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for this exquisite totally original fully restored Art Deco Zooray Highland Terrier electric heater...
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20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Reclaimed Art Deco Style Bolection Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed original Art Deco style bolection fireplace. Veneered in burr walnut, this 1920s fireplace has a rich colour that is perfect for a period property in a chic Art Deco town...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Walnut
Shoe Shop Mirror Advertising Sign, A S & Sons Shore Pedic Shoes
Located in Chillerton, 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 Building and Garden Elements
Antique Art Deco Polished Steel Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Art Deco burnished steel fire grate. Pairing function with form, this fire grate has a dramatic and imposing design that instils any period home with grandeur.
This handso...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Steel, Metal
1940s, Beech Flower Stand, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition.
- Cleaned and repolished with oil.
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Beech
Griffin Plaque
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Rescued from a building in Detroit MI, this turn of the century plaque provides a grand embellishment in a manner that can’t be replicated.
A truly ...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Large Antique Ecclesiastical Stained Glass Window of Jesus Christ
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique ecclesiastical stained glass window of Jesus alongside the quote "I have set an example for you”. The vivid and bright col...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Pine
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...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Glass and Chrome Birdcage
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique glass and chrome birdcage in distinctive streamline Art Deco style is a whimsical decorative piece. With or without a bird, the piece has a smal...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chrome
Antique Black Marble Shell Fireplace: Deep Gloss
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Enrich your living space with the timeless allure of our Black Antique Circular Fireplace. Restored and repolished with extreme care, this fireplace exudes an unmistakable sense of history and elegance.
This beautiful mantel is perfect for creating a working fireplace inside., adding not only warmth and comfort to your interior, but also a touch of sophistication. The front is adorned by a beautifully detailed shell, while the legs of the fireplace are at a refined 45-degree angle, creating a unique visual appeal.
Whether you have a classic decor or pursue a more contemporary style, this antique wrap-around fireplace fits effortlessly into a variety of interior designs. The deep black of the fireplace creates a strong visual contrast and can serve as the perfect focal point of any room.
This antique fireplace has been re-polished by us and has a beautiful deep shine.
On my website you will find a wonderful selection of fully restored antique fireplaces, available directly from stock. For your convenience, the fireplaces are already pre-assembled, making transportation and installation easy.
Our meticulous restoration includes thorough cleaning and reapplication of a marble wax coating, restoring the fireplace to its original deep luster. This maintenance-free marble wax not only provides protection from dirt and water, but also accentuates the natural beauty of the fireplace.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Kind regards,
Renzo van...
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19th Century French Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Original Art Deco Polished Aluminium Fire Basket
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A very large scale original Art Deco period fire basket constructed from cast aluminium with a polished finish, attributed to Bratt Colbran.
Dating from the early 20th century, this...
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20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
French Orange Varois Marble Mantel
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your living room or den with our French Orange Varois Marble Mantel. Crafted from elegant marble with intricate fluted carved supports, this timeless masterpiece exudes moder...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Dachshund Andirons from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A substantial pair of Art Deco dachshund andirons in a patinated bronze finish.
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Enamel, Iron
Pair of Polished Iron Andirons in the Art Deco Style
Located in Buchanan, NY
An unusual pair of Art Deco style andirons in polished iron. Each piece has double finials on the front as well as a lower center finial. The a...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Classical shaped Garden Urn
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
fleurdetroit presents for your consideration this classically shaped garden urn. Often used as memorials, this piece was purchased from an estate in the deep South.
An impressive statement piece for the garden, this large metal vessel...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Four Art Deco Garden Planters in Painted Sheet Metal
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Four Art Deco garden planters in painted sheet metal.
price is for one
you can buy 1,2,3 or 4
price will be adapted
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1940s European Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Chromed Andirons for A. Schultz
By A. Schultz
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of chromed steel and wrought iron andirons, with "pawn" uprights on bullnose rectangular bases with ball feet. Manufactured in 1924.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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.