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
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.
Swedish Art Deco Bakelite “Saturn” Candlestick, 1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Swedish Art Deco Bakelite “Saturn” Candlestick, 1930s A striking and sculptural Art Deco candlestick crafted in Sweden during the 1930s, executed in richly colored bakelite and conc...
Bakelite
Art Deco Bronze or Brass Leaves Candlesticks after Alberto Giacometti
By Jean-Michel Frank, Alberto Giacometti
Located in Lille, FR
A patined bronze or brass candlesticks in the style of Giacometti.
Bronze, Brass
Pair of Art Deco Lustre Candlesticks by Josef Ekberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s
By Gustavsberg, Josef Ekberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of candlesticks with amazing lustre glaze and hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, o...
Ceramic
Set of Swedish Grace Pewter Candle Sconces, 1930s, Sweden
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Pewter Wall Candle Sconces made by Svensk Tenn. A fine duo for a beautiful home. * Pair (2) of Pewter Wall Candlestick Holders * Manufacturer: Svenskt Tenn * Year: est. 1930...
Pewter
Melting Candle Base in Brass with White Parchment 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 ...
Brass
'Balancing Act' Candle Holder by Joseph Ellwood for Six Dots Design
Located in London, GB
A welded Steel Candle holder. Balancing Act is a collection of two lamps and a candle holder. Inspired by Calder’s Circus, it captures a sense of naive joy and playful freedom, invit...
Steel
Pewter Candle Holders by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Pewter Candle Holders designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. A fine set for a beautiful place. * Pair of small Pewter Candlestick Holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufactur...
Pewter
Ceramic Candle Sconces by Einar Johansen for Søholm, 1970s, Denmark
By Søholm Stentøj, Einar Johansen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Ceramic Wall Candle Sconces designed by Einar Johansen for Søholm in the 1970s. A fine duo for beautiful place. * Pair (2) of Ceramic Candlestick Holders * Designer: Einar Jo...
Ceramic
Art Deco Matching Pair of Nickel-Silver & Glass Candlesticks, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Superbly stylish and good sized pair of matching 1930s Art Deco candlesticks. Hallmarked nickel-silver bases and with tall glass columns. Lovely condition and one Art Deco admirers w...
Silver Plate, Nickel
Green Ceramic Art Deco Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson, St Eriks, Sweden, 1930s.
By Eva Jancke-Björk, Ewald Dahlskog, Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco vase with amazing glaze. Made by Anna-Lisa Thomson for S:t Eriks Lervarufabriker in Sweden, 1930s. Great condition - no chips, cracks or crazing. Impressed with...
Ceramic, Earthenware
$1,596Sale Price / set|38% Off
Antique French Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holders, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful pair of antique Art Deco brass snake or serpent candle holders with coiled tails France, Circa 1920s. Measures: 4.5"W × 3"D × 7.5"...
Brass
A Pair of Art Deco candle sticks by Just Andersen, model 1424, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Balen, BE
Pair of Art Deco Candlesticks by Just Andersen, Model 1424 – Denmark, 1930s This refined pair of Art Deco candlesticks, model 1424, was designed by renowned Danish designer Just And...
Metal
Pair of Pewter Art Deco Candlesticks Candelabras by Harald Linder, Sweden, 1932.
By Nils Fougstedt, Edvin Ollers, Svenskt Tenn, CG Hallberg, Schreuder & Olsson
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace pewter candlesticks with amazing patina. Made by Harald Linder in Uddevalla, Sweden, in 1932. Attributed to Edvin Ollers. Great conditi...
Metal, Pewter
Art Deco Revival Pair of Crystal Candlesticks
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of lead crystal candle holders was made in Czech Republic for Mikasa. Vintage reproduction of Art Deco style, the candle holders are ...
Crystal
Art Deco Large Candle Holder by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco candle holder for large candles. Designed by Just Andersen in 1930s and produced by his own company in Denmark. Made from Disko metal (an alloy of different meta...
Metal
Pair Art Deco Frosted Glass Molded Column Candlesticks
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish pair art deco column shaped glass candlesticks with patterned and frosted elements dating from around 1930. The molded candlesticks stand on a round raised and skirted base...
Glass
Set of 4 Art Deco Lustre Candlesticks by Josef Ekberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden 1930s
By Gustavsberg, Josef Ekberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 4 candlesticks with amazing pink lustre glaze and hand painted gold details. For narrow candles. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, ...
Ceramic
Pair of Crystal Candelabra with 4 Arms of Lights, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 20th century crystal candelabras with 4 arms of lights. H: 55,5cm, D: 25cm Please contact us before ordering to confirm availability.
Crystal
Pewter Candlestick Holders by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Pewter Candlestick Holders made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An elegant set for a beautiful table. * Pair of Pewter Candlestick Holders fit for two candles * Designer: Ju...
Pewter
FOSTORIA GLASS - Rare Pair Art Deco Ebony Line Candlesticks - U.S. - Circa 1930
By Fostoria Glass Company, George Sakier
Located in Chatham, ON
FOSTORIA GLASS (Manufacturer) - GEORGE SAKIER (likely Designed by) - EBONY (Line) - Rare pair of round Art Deco glass candlesticks - featuring black glass bodies (amethyst glass) wit...
Enamel
Art Deco Matching Pair of Czech Glass & enamel Candlesticks, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Superbly stylish and large sized pair of matching 1930s Art Deco candlesticks. Etched glass with enamel decoration in yellow & black enamel, these sticks are an absolute delight. In ...
Glass
Pewter Candle Sconces by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Exquisite Pewter Wall Candle Sconces designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Pair (2) of Pewter Wall Candlestick Holders * Designer: Jus...
Pewter
Just Andersen Art Deco Candleholders in Pewter
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of Candleholders designed and made by Just Andensen in Denmark during the 1930s or 40s. They are made from the finest pewter available at the time. The bases features architec...
Pewter
Combined Pewter Vase and Candle Holder by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Combined Pewter Vase and Candle Holder made by Just Andersen in 1935. An exquisite piece. * Two-armed Pewter Candlestick Holder with inside Vase. * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufac...
Pewter
Large Vintage Brass and Elm Candelabra, Swedish Grace Style, 1940s
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
An Elegant Large Vintage Brass and Elm Candelabra Swedish Grace style, Sweden. A refined vintage brass candelabra with very siple yet elegant design. This seven-arm design embodies ...
Metal, Brass
$127Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Style Floral Candlelabra Candle Holders
Located in Toronto, ON
Gorgeous floral art Deco style candelabra. This candelabra is made in brass and has three holders in varying heights. The candelabra resembles floral wherein the holders are flowers ...
Brass
Candelabra Sculptural Base in Bronze Patina Brass 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 ...
Brass
$568Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage Set of Venetian/Murano Glass Candlesticks in Style of Salviati
By Salviati
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage set of Venetian or Murano glass candle holders features striking, sculptural shapes and muted, reserved color palette. The candlesticks are stylistically similar to function...
Glass, Art Glass
Set of Swedish Grace Pewter Mirror Candle Sconces by JL. Hultman, 1930s, Sweden
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Mirror Wall Candle Sconces made by JL. Hultman, Sweden circa 1930s. A fine duo for a beautiful place. * Pewter wall mirror candlestick ho...
Pewter
HOLIDAY GIFT - Minimalist Pair of Clear Glass Candle Holders, Modernist Elegance
Located in Bochum, NRW
A sculptural pair of clear glass candlestick holders, each showcasing a refined interplay of proportion and transparency. The taller example features a robust cylindrical stem and br...
Blown Glass
Bronze Art Deco Candelabra by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A bronze Art Deco / Swedish Grace candlestick with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, only a few light scratches. Stamped 'BRONS' ...
Bronze
Pair of Swedish Grace Pewter Candelabra by Thorild Knutson, Gränna, 1935
Located in Forserum, SE
A striking pair of neoclassical Swedish Grace candelabra designed by Thorild Knutson (1896–1985), crafted in Gränna, Sweden. Each piece features a circular stepped base and three can...
Pewter
French Art Deco Gilt Wrought Iron Candle Wall Sconce
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A French gilt wrought iron wall candleholder, beautifully decorated with leaf and flowers, France, 1930-1939. In very good condition, wi...
Wrought Iron
$504Sale Price|20% Off
Large sacred art deco bronze candle holder, Germany around 1930
Located in Hannover, DE
This pillar candle holder exudes a sacred atmosphere with its simple and high-quality workmanship. This candlestick originally came from a church and was used there for many years. T...
Bronze
Pair of Hutschenreuther Art Deco Porcelain Candelabra by K. Tutter with Putti
By Hutschenreuther, Karl Tutter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of German Art Deco porcelain candelabra. By the Kunstabteilung (Art Department) of the Hutschenreuther Porcelain Manufactory. Designed by Karl Tutter. Each depicting a...
Porcelain
Candelabra Sculptural Base in Bronze Patina Brass 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 ...
Brass
Elegant Swedish Grace candelabra in solid bronze by Jacob Ängman, GAB
Located in Stockholm, SE
A decorative, solid bronze candelabra with by Jacob Ängman for GAB / Guldaktiebolaget. With antique patina finish. Sweden, 1920/30s - Art Deco / Swedish Grace. In beautiful conditio...
Bronze
Pair of Patinated Bronze Art Deco Female Figure Candle Holders
Located in Malibu, CA
Pair monumental patinated bronze Art Deco candle holders. Designer and year unknown.
Bronze
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Art Deco Candlesticks 748
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A pair of sterling silver Georg Jensen Art Deco candlesticks, design #748 by Harald Nielsen, dating back to the early 1930s. Each candlestick features a round base with a stepped tra...
Sterling Silver
Sculptural Bronze Candelabras by Karl Hagenauer, 1940s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
A pair of sculptural candelabras attributed to Karl Hagenauer. Each piece features a dynamic human figure cast in bronze, depicted in a pushing stance. These elongated, highly styliz...
Metal, Bronze
Unusual Pair of Antique Quality Art Deco Silver Plated Candlesticks
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual Pair of antique quality Art Deco silver plated candlesticks having a circus acrobat balancing a ball candle holder on his feet holding onto an ornate drum A charming pair h...
Silver Plate
Val Saint Lambert Crystal 2 Candlesticks and 1 Vase 1930s Belgium
Located in Verviers, BE
Val Saint Lambert 1935, Belgium Very nice Clear Crystal Art Deco 2 Candlesticks and 1 vase made by Val Saint-Lambert. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any further questio...
Crystal
$9,992Sale Price|24% Off
Antique Sterling Silver Candelabras Pair of Pure Silver Candle Holders Hallmarke
Located in Wembley, GB
A set of 2 candle holders, a pair of elegant and pure sterling silver 925 large antique hallmarked three light candelabra in the late 19th-century taste. These fine candelabra have s...
Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal
Melting Candle Base in Brass with Parchment 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 ...
Brass
$125,000 / set
Pair of Italian Rococo Alabaster Floor Torchieres
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Rococo style (dated 1932) white alabaster 9 light floor torchiere with a carved urn with handles supporting 8 gilt carved arms all moun...
Alabaster, Gold Leaf
Early Diskometal Candlesticks by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Art Deco Diskometal Candlestick Holders designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Set of round diskometal candlestick holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Ande...
Metal
Candelabra in Bronze-Patina Brass and Black Baguio Stone 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 ...
Stone, Brass
Candelabra in Grey/Black Parchment & Bronze-Patina Brass 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 ...
Brass
Dutch monumental Art Deco Candle Holders made of solid Oak, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Vintage Candle Holders manufactured by Dutch furniture company 'Meubelfabriek Oisterwijk'. The momumental bases are made in solid oak and stamped at the bottom.
Oak
Art Deco Chrome & Cobalt Blue Glass Candleholders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase
By Chase and Co., Walter Von Nessen
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Art Deco candleholders, designed by Walter Von Nessen for Chase in circa 1935, embodies the innovative elegance of Machine Age design. Von Nessen's work is cele...
Chrome
Pair of Swedish Bronze Candelabras by GAB - 1930's
Located in Stockholm, SE
An exceptional and rare pair of three-arm candelabras designed by Jacob Ängman for the renowned Swedish firm GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget), circa 1930s. These sculptural pieces are cra...
Bronze
Pair of Art-Deco bronze sphinx candleholders
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A chic vintage pair of Art-Deco Sphinx candleholders cast in solid black bronze embodying European high-style and sophistication. They are more than candle holders, they're sculpture...
Bronze
Art Deco Candle Sticks by Just Andersen in Patinated Disko Metal, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined set of Art Deco candlesticks by Just Andersen, Denmark, dating to the 1930s. Executed in Andersen’s signature patinated Disko metal, the pair exemplifies the sculptor-desig...
Metal
Large Art Deco Candle Holder in Patinated Brass Early 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Remarkable Art Deco candle holder in patinated brass, first half of the 20th century. A beautiful and large candle holder with a remarkable art deco design. This candle holder is a...
Brass
Pair of Danish Art Deco Bronze Tino Candlesticks in Fluted style Denmark 1930-50
By Tinos
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A pair of Danish Art Deco Tino candlesticks made of solid bronze in fluted style Designed and made in Denmark 1930-1950. Very nice used condition with good patina.
Bronze
Pair Carder Steuben "Pomona Green" and "Topaz" Glass Candlesticks
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a stunning pair of early 20th Century Carder Steuben "Pomona Green" and "Topaz" mouth blown candlesticks. The beautiful green and amber tones bring life to the space that the...
Blown Glass
Pewter Candelabras by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Pewter Candelabras made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An elegant set for a beautiful table. * Pair of Pewter Candlestick Holders fit for three candles * Manufacturer: Just...
Pewter
Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Candleholders in Copper signed Revere
By Revere Copper and Brass, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
These stunning Art Deco Machine Age candleholders, crafted circa 1935 and signed Revere, showcase a bold skyscraper-style design that epitomizes the sleek, geometric aesthetic of the...
Copper
Swedish Grace Pewter Candlesticks by Ernst Swedbom, 1930s, Sweden
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Art Nouveau Pewter Candleholders designed by Ernest Swedbom in the 1930s. * Set (2) of pewter candlestick holders. * Manufacturer: Ernst Swedbom * Country: Sweden * Year: 1...
Pewter
Art Deco Pair of Brass Wall Candlesticks, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These wall candlesticks were hand sculpted in Arvika, Sweden. They are in the same shape and form as the candlesticks made in brass by famous Holmström Arvika, these ones have the in...
Brass