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
Pair of Art Deco Travertine Columns, 1940s
Located in Meda, MB
These two travertine columns, dating back to the late 1940s, are an elegant example of Art Deco style, with clean lines and geometric shapes that recall the golden age of design. Tra...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Travertine
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
Materials
Oak
Restored Art Deco Pedestal, Spruce, Oak, Mahogany, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This Art Deco pedestal dates back to the early 20th century, from the Czechoslovakian period. It is crafted from a combination of spruce, beech, and mahogany veneers, giving it a uni...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany, Oak, Spruce
Restored Art Deco Pedestal, Oak, Revived Polish, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This item features classic Art Deco elements. Art Deco is a style that originated in France in the early 20th century. Its furniture designs are meticulously crafted, usually using e...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Oak, Lacquer
A pair of Art Deco pedestals from the 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco pedestals from around 1940.
Columns with a geometric form characteristic of the Art Deco style.
Columns made of walnut with beautiful grain. Columns can serve as a place to...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Wrought Iron Metal and Glass Coffee Table at. to Woodard Orleans
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional wrought iron, cast metal, and glass coffee table, attributed to Woodard, as part of their Orleans line. The table is in very good, original condition, clean and ready to ...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
American Art Deco Pine Mannequins
Located in Queens, NY
2 American Art Deco stained pine mannequin panel armless figures of a man and woman (PRICE EACH) (pair similar CER086)
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20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pine
1 of the 275 Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, circa 1920
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 275 handmade antique tiles in rich yellow and green glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium. These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Two Extraordinary Nickel Door Handles with Opal Cut Glass
Located in Wien, AT
Two extraordinary door handles with opal cut-glass,
circa 1920s.
Brass nickel-plated.
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Opal, Brass, Nickel
Warren Platner Sink
Located in Chicago, IL
Sink taken out of a Warren Planter designed home in Connecticut. Sculptural curves with large nautilus handle accents. Located in Chicago.
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1980s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
1940s Art Deco Restored Oak Church Lectern Podium
Located in New York, NY
1940s newly restored dark tone oak lectern with an emblematic S carving in the front center and vibrant red and yellow Art Deco painted accents. Good condition with appropriate wear ...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Oak
Bronze-Patina Brass Sculpture by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
Patrick Coard Paris expands on his unique and beautiful sculptural object collection. The Golden ratio is a powerful piece evoking the essence of strength, perfection and beauty. The piece is entirely handcrafted in bronze-patina brass...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Ornate Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Dining Table by Lee Woodard, c 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Stunning ornate wrought iron dining table b y Lee Woodard. The table features rounded corners, each having two legs, with elaborate scrollwork throughout the entire table frame. Char...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Plant Stand with Six Flower Pot Holders
By Leinfelder, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco wrought iron plant stand having six disk form pot holder surfaces ( 5 in. diameter. ) with a decorative frame structure. The stand is in very good condition, free o...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
An ART-DECO MODERNIST Ebony & Copper DOCUMENT HOLDER, DUDOUYT Style, France 1930
Located in PARIS, FR
A large and rigorous rectangular Art Deco, Modernist, Constructivist document holder, in superb Macassar ebony: a rectangular base serving as a plinth for 2 document storage "racks" ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Restored Artdeco Étagère, Beech, Umakart, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco etagere comes from Czechoslovakia from the 1930s. It is made of lacquered beech blockboard and umakart.
The etagere has undergone careful restoration, during w...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Beech
Striking Example Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light with a Lot of Black Veins 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Great shape, wonderful color and mint condition alabaster pendant.
If you are looking for a good quality and great condition pendant then this striking example could be the one or...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze, Brass
Shagreen Column by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
This column in cream...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
1920s Glazed Stoneware Pelican Bird Bath
By Lefco
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A striking 1920s glazed stoneware pelican bird bath attributed to Leeds Fireclay Co. (LEFCO). Though unstamped, the stoneware is finished with a mottled grey-brown glaze typical of L...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Reclaimed Art Deco Burr Walnut Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed Art Deco Style burr walnut fireplace. This unique fire surround has usual built in cabinets in beautifully finished walnut, each secured with decorative brass fittings an...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
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
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare and Original Fireplaces by Sue et Mare
By Sue et Mare
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare and original fireplaces By Sue et mare, completely, cleaning and restored. ready to placed. signed by the ceramic company (Gentil-Bourdet ceramiste Bi...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Shagreen and Shell Column Set with Brass Sculptures by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Stained Glass, Belgium Artist, 1930s
By Leo Vingerhoets 1
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful woman portrait in the glass closed. A stained glass technique in glass gives a magical atmosphere when light falls and changes the color palette intensity during the course of the day. An Antique stained glass panel...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Art Glass, Stained Glass
Mythological Horned Creatures, French Andirons
Located in North Miami, FL
These very rare andirons are from Art Deco period, mythological animals with horns in brass. Very heavy and well crafted.
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
20th Century Rare Art Deco Period Fireplace Mantel with Trumeau
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a exceptional rare Art Deco period fireplace surround with original trumeau. The combination of the different exclusive marbles reflected the ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Glass and Brass Hook/Door Pull Attributed to Carlo Scarpa, Italy, c. 1940
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in New York City, NY
Priced individually; three available.
Very cool, elegant art deco door pulls, attributed to Carlo Scarpa for Venini.
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Wrought Iron Art Deco Pergola, France, 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rare and very pretty octagonal Art Deco wrought iron pergola, decorated with geometric motifs. Riveted zinc roof. Original red paint.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
20th Century Art Deco Fireplace Mantel in Belgian Marble
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a very unique marble combination typically used in the inter war period.
The shelf is made in parefeuille.
Measures:
171 cm EW 67.32".
103 cm EH 40.55".
109 cm...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Two Tone Plain & Bronze Mirrored Fireplace with Crystal Florets
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco fire place was realized in the United States circa 1940. It features a volumetric rectangular form composed of two tones of ...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass, Mirror
PT/AD/02 Brass pull handle with gunmetal patina :Minimalism and sobriety 70 cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
Handcrafted by our artisans, this Art Deco door pull stands out for its pure lines and minimalist design. Made of brass, a noble material prized for...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1930's Italian Brass Door Pulls
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of charming Italian art deco polished brass door pulls
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Italian Painted and Parcel-Gilt Japoneserie Boiserie Panels
Located in Rome, IT
A very fine early 20th century Italian “japoneserie” painted and parcel-gilt Boiserie panels with a black painted canvas insert.
Modular panels create a complete room with an amazin...
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1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Wrought Iron Grilles
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very heavy and well-made pair of hinged wrought iron grilles or gates, painted red, with orange colored primer paint visible beneath in small areas...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
2 very small hammered WMF Cactus pots vienna around 1920
Located in Wien, AT
2 very small hammered WMF Cactus pots vienna around 1920
Brass polished and stove enameled
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Special Three-Color Marble Art Deco Fireplace
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Special three-color marble Art Deco fireplace. From the transistion period, in the early 20th century, with influence of both Art Nouveau and Art Deco, with A-symmetrical floral deco...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Wrought Iron Plant Stand att. to Salterini c 1900/1930's
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Stylish wrought iron plant stand attributed to Salterini. The stand is in good, original, vintage estate condition, structurally sound and sturdy, free of adage or repairs, the surfa...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Majolica Set of 2 Vases & Jardiniere Orchies circa 1930
By Orchies
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
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
Modernist wooden garden set of 4 outdoor chairs / stackable 1930's
Located in Forest, BE
Series of 4 elegant minimal stackable chairs. Made of birch wood. This set is from the 1940’s and were produced in Sweden. It’s very hard to find a nice patio / garden set from that ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Hardwood
PT/AD/08 Solid brass door pull 49 cm Art Deco collection
Located in Marrakech, MA
Handcrafted in our workshops, the PT/AD/08 door pull is created using the traditional brass casting process, a technique that ensures both durability and refinement. The result of me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Edwardian Hardwood Art Deco Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A substantial hardwood Edwardian Art Deco fireplace surround of good proportions. A centralised raised and moulded panel, flanked by a step...
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Early 1900s English Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Amaizing Art Deco Gate in Iron, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Amaizing Gate Art Deco
Material: iron
Style: Art Deco
Country: France
If you want to live in the golden years, this is the Gate that your project needs.
We have specialized in...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century Art Deco French Enamel Cast Iron Cemetery Flower Vase
Located in Haarlem, NL
This vase from circa 1925 was used to bring by a weekly flower tribute to a deceased buried loved one.
The enamel finish makes this vase suitable to be kept outside on your balcony ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Enamel, Iron
21st Century Marble Fireplace Surround
By Acquisitions
Located in London, GB
21st Century Marble Fireplace Surround.
This Recently Made Contemporary Fireplace Lightly Based On An Art Deco Design.
It Has Been Hand Carved From A Statuary Italian White Marble.
S...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Statuary Marble
PT/AD/09 pull handle in engraved brass 30cm : Art deco collection
Located in Marrakech, MA
Handcrafted from engraved brass, the PT/AD/09/30cm pull handle creates a subtle interplay of texture and light. Its precisely engraved geometric patterns give it a strong identity, w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Chrome Towel Holder, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco chrome towel holder, circa 1920s
Original condition.
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Style Mahogany Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive original Art Deco style mahogany fireplace, perfectly suited to a property inspired by the iconic styles of the early 20th century. This beautiful fire surround has an ...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Fireplace Mantel
By Huib Hoste
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Art Deco mantel fireplace in lacquered wood attributed to huib hoste Flemish modernist architect .
The mantel is in lacquered silver wood.
Very uncommon a...
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1920s European Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Edgard Brandt French Art Deco Wrought Iron Room Dividers
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Miami, FL
Master of Art Deco Ironwork, Edgar Brandt designed this refined interior Gate for an Art Deco house by the sea side in the French Riviera.
An elegant Scroll...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Art Deco Iridescent Ceramic Vase - Made in England
Located in Leicester, GB
Beautiful Art Deco Iridescent Ceramic Vase
This vase has a beautiful rainbow oil slick iridescent glaze with a gold finished lip. The vase has a v...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Nautilus Seashell Pottery Jardiniere or Cachepot Flower Plant Holder Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
A cream off-white ceramic cachepot jardiniere plant or flowerpot holder with nautilus seashell design and scalloped edge, Art Deco period, circ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Art Deco Glass & Brass Towel Holder
Located in Praha, CZ
Art deco towel holder made of glass and brass. All parts are original.
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Deco Style Brass Pedestal Art Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
48 inch tall brass metal stand in the deco style - smoked glass top. A compliment for sculptures, vases, etc.
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20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
20th Century Art Deco Belgian Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Beervelde, BE
This Belgian Art Deco vintage fireplace was made in the bespoke Rochefort marble. The carrier of this marble is still owned by the Abbaye de Rochefort, known by its Trappist beer. To...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Large Bronze Modernist Cylinder Andirons, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Perfection.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Nude Aluminum Cocktail Bar Architectural Ornaments
Located in Chamblee, GA
One of a kind hammered aluminum silhouette nude cocktail bar decorative wall ornaments.
These were completely executed by hand in the 1930's. Upon close inspection each impression of...
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1930s North American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Brass Art Deco Door Knocker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Art Deco Brass Door Knocker. The Knocker is a lovely example of the simple yet alluring design of the early 20th Century Art Deco Period.
This door knocker speaks to th...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Nickel Plated Brass Wall Mounted Double Cup Holder and Soap Dish, circa 1902
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wall mounted soap and double cup holder from the “San-O-La” company, New York, circa 1902.
San-O-La was the brand name for a line of heavy nickel-plated, solid brass bathroom fix...
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Early 1900s American Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Nickel
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.