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.
Rare Atmos Mantel Clock Jaeger Le Cultre 1946
By Jaeger-LeCoultre, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Serial# 11206, In 1928 a Neuchatel engineer called Jean-Leon Reutter built a clock driven quite literally by air. But it took the Jaeger-LeCoultre workshop a few more years to conver...
Brass
Art Deco Vintage Industrial Electrique Brillie Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930
By Brillie
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully formed metal cased wall clock made in France by Electrique Brillie. c.1930 An octagonal Brillié wall clock with its metal case stripped back to bare metal, giving a cl...
Steel
French Industrial Clock By Spendia Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
French Industrial Clock By Spendia Circa 1930s - Steel casing with black painted finish - Steel dial with silver and black paint - Original hands - Made by Spendia, Paris - Wind mec...
Steel
Cartier Black Alarm Clock 18ct Gold Plate & Brass Free import fees to USA
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
*** FREE IMPORT FEES TO USA *** Cartier Paris Baignoire 18ct Gold Plate & Brass Mechanical Alarm Clock, Black Enamel, 1980s An exquisite vintage Cartier Paris mechanical alarm ...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Rare Cartier Circular Quartz Movement Desk Clock **Free ship & import fees USA**
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
**Free shipping & Free import fees to USA.** Rare Cartier Paris Brown Enamel & Gold Gilt Desk Alarm Clock with Tricolour Accents & Red Box A jewel for the desk: this vi...
Brass
Art Deco Skyscraper Style Hammond Bakelite Electric Clock w/ Day Date Function
By Hammond
Located in New York, NY
This striking Art Deco electric clock by Hammond, crafted in the United States circa 1930, embodies the quintessential skyscraper style that defines the bold, geometric elegance of t...
Glass, Bakelite
Cartier Cream Alarm Clock 18ct Gold Plate & Brass Free import fees to USA
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
*** FREE IMPORT FEES TO USA *** Cartier Paris Baignoire 18ct Gold Plate & Brass Mechanical Alarm Clock, Cream Enamel, 1980s An exquisite vintage Cartier Paris mechanical alarm cloc...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Art Deco Figural Clock with Sculpture "Waiting" by Uriano
By Ugo Cipriani
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
A spectacular Art Deco mantel clock with the sculpture “Waiting” by the Italian Art Deco sculptor Uriano (Ugo Cipriani), signed to the back of the lady’s dress. The sculpture depict...
Onyx, Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Machine Age Burled Walnut with Aluminum Banded Detail Electric Clock
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco Machine Age electric clock, crafted in burled walnut with rectilinear aluminum banded detailing, is a quintessential example of streamlined modern design from the Unite...
Aluminum
Art Deco table clock around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco table clock around 1920s Original condition
Metal, Brass
Art Deco table clock with zodiac symbols. England circa 1930's-1940's.
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Art Deco table clock with zodiac symbols. England circa 1930's-1940's.
Metal
Cartier Quartz Burgundy Folding Alarm Desk Clock Pendulette free US import fees
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
****US import fees are included in shipping fee, we will settle them on your behalf ***** Cartier Quartz Folding Alarm Desk Clock Pendulette With Roman Numerals, 1990s, With Red Car...
Brass, Enamel
Art Deco 30hr Desk Clock On A Bakelite Base, Fully Serviced. c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very attractive Art Deco table/ desk clock. The movement we believe is of a German manufacturer origin because the chapter ring is marked “Foreign”, wh...
Brass, Chrome
Spectacular Large Art Deco Walnut & Chrome Mantle Clock, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very stylish 1930's Art Deco very rare and impressive, long walnut cased, Art Deco mantel clock, powered by a quartz battery having been converted. The...
Brass
Art Deco Catalin or Bakelite "Viking" Machine Age Desk Clock, American, 1930s
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a rare and visually striking Art Deco desk clock dating to the 1930s, featuring a bold Machine Age composition in richly colored Catalin or Bakelite. The cylindrical amber c...
Bakelite
Antique Art Deco Style Bronze Desk Clock by Tiffany and Co C. 1943
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 5 in W: 6 1/4 in D: 2 1/4 in A striking example of American Art Deco design, this Antique Art Deco Style Bronze Desk Clock by Tiffany & Co. dates to circa 1943 ...
Metal
Jaeger-LeCoultre Art Deco Desk or Mantle Clock on a Black Marble Base Circa 1930
Located in Newark, England
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING This Jaeger LeCoultre Art Deco clock is designed with a glass dial set between chrome struts and mounted on a black marble base, reflecting the clean archit...
Marble, Chrome
Cartier Baignoire Alarm Clock, 18ct Gold Plate & Brass, Swiss, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier Paris Baignoire 18ct Gold Plate & Brass Mechanical Alarm Clock, Dark Blue Enamel, 1980s An exquisite vintage Cartier Paris mechanical alarm clock from the Baignoire seri...
Brass, Gold Plate, Enamel
Art Deco Glamourous Mechanical 8 Day Mirror Clock, English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
This is a very attractive English Art Deco clock, made circa 1930. It has a eight day wind up movement. The base is brass, the bezel is also brass with gold tone finish. The backing ...
Brass
Cartier Colisee Art Deco 24K Gold-Plated Travel Desk Clock, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Cartier 24-karat gold-plated Art Deco travel quartz desk clock with alarm. Cartier Paris 24-karat gold-plated and lapis lazuli quartz travel or desk accessory clock is no lon...
Gold Plate
Art Deco Stylish Mantle Clock By Smiths, England, c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
This is a stunning quality made Art Deco chrome clock by the English clockmakers Smiths - it has a converted movement to quartz and is in excellent working order having been fully se...
Chrome
Art Deco 24" Neon Clock by Telechron ..Classic Design 1930's / 40's
By Warren Telechron Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Art Deco 24" Neon Clock by Telechron ..Classic Design 1930's / 40's..Clock tested,, keeps perfect time..Beautiful , original blue neon.. warm glow,, Black can.. possibly repainted at...
Metal
Extraordinary ADREZ Table Clock - Watch, Art Deco
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Extraordinary Art Deco Clock, Made in Italy, 1940s. Extraordinary Table Clock by the brand ADREZ - Watch is a true Art Deco piece. With its classic design and top-quality workmanshi...
Brass
Rare Art Deco Amsterdam School Geometrical Design Oak & Coromandel Mantel Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
Early 20th Century Art Deco Mantel / Table / Desk Clock – Exceptional Condition. This wonderful Art Deco table clock is truly a special find. Discovering such a striking mantel cloc...
Metal, Brass
1950s Round Table Clock Art Deco Style, Cut Glass and Bakelite, by Majak
Located in Andernach, DE
An impressive art deco style has been implemented in this mantel or table clock: the chunky cut crystal glass encompassing the golden shimmering brass dial on black ground. The bakelite base holds the clock itself on two adjustable silver metal arms. Mechanical clockwork with 11 jewels...
Metal
French Art Deco, Mantel Clock, Marble, Onyx, Gilt, France, 1930s
Located in Stamford, CT
French Art Deco, Mantel Clock, Marble, Onyx, Gilt, France, 1930s A French deco mantel clock depicting "Diana the Huntress," likely originating from 1930s France. Marble, Onyx, Gilt...
Onyx, Marble
Art Deco Chrome 8 Day Skyscraper Desk Clock By Asprey, England, c1930
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Devon, England
Made by the iconic British Luxury Brand, Asprey. This is a genuine Art Deco period desk clock. Comes in a highly polished chrome finish. It has a Swiss 8 day movement and is in worki...
Brass, Chrome
Art Deco Blue Glass, Brass Electric Mantle Clock, By Smiths , c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
In the 1930's Smiths Sectric produced a range of high end electric clocks with a distinctly Art Deco feel to them. This handsome chap is a surviving example, in a gorgeous coral blue...
Brass
Art Deco Stylish Walnut Mantle Clock, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this super stylish Art Deco Wood and Glass Ferranti Synchronous Mantle Clock With Working Original Movement, dating to 1938. A rare example of it's type, t...
Chrome
Big Kienzle Weltzeituhr Modernist Table World Timer Zone Clock, 1960s
By Kienzle Clocks, Heinrich Möller
Located in Vienna, AT
Kienzle automatic world timer zone clock. An exclusive big table clock from Ø 26 cm wonderful clocks face with world map and world time zones, glass, the heavy case & base are of sol...
Brass
CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Desk Partners-Clock In Sterling Silver & Lacquer
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art-deco desk partners clock designed by Cartier. A fabulous and unique partner’s desk clock created in Paris, France, by the luxury house Cartier, circa 1928-30. This exceptiona...
Sterling Silver, Silver
Art Deco Mantel Clock in the Style of Hendrik Wouda, Solid Oak, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Modernist mantel clock. Design in the style of Hendrik Wouda. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak frame on original red lacquered base. The ...
Brass
Vintage Danish Maritime Wall Clock Germany made for Iver C. Weilbach Copenhagen
By Schatz
Located in Bochum, NRW
Vintage “Viking” Maritime Wall Clock made by a German clockmaker for Iver C. Weilbach & Co. A/S, Copenhagen, with key. A distinguished piece of Scandinavian maritime heritage, th...
Brass, Chrome
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
Bayard Art Deco Mantel Clock, Wood and Brass, France, Circa 1930
By Bayard
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Bayard Art Deco Mantel Clock – France, circa 1930 Elegant mantel clock by the renowned French maker Bayard, dating from the Art Deco period (circa 1930). This timepiece features a p...
Brass
Art Deco Sterling Silver, Enamel, Marcasites Desk/Table Clock, DRGM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, sterling silver, and guilloche enamel, desk/table clock with marcasites, Marked Germany / DRGM.
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Mantel Clock
Located in Vienna, AT
Original condition, perfect working Softwood covered with nutveneer attributed to Kienze
Nutwood, Softwood
Impressive Large Art Deco Walnut Chiming Mantel Clock, By Haller, c1935
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very stylish 1930's Art Deco very rare and impressive, square walnut cased, Art Deco mantel clock, powered by a Famous Haller (Germany). The clock has...
Brass, Chrome
$8,846Sale Price|20% Off
René Lalique (1860-1945), Glass Clock "Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles" 1920
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
René Lalique (1860-1945), Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles,1920 René Lalique Pendulette 8 jours « Cinq Hirondelles » enameled glass clock Also called pendulette « Vol d’Hirondel...
Glass
French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock with Garnitures, UCRA, circa 1930
Located in Antwerp, BE
French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock with Garnitures, UCRA, circa 1930 A striking French Art Deco clock set, circa 1930, comprising a central marble mantel clock and two matching garnitures. The architectural case is crafted from richly colored marbles in deep red, cream, ochre, and black veining, arranged in bold geometric patterns typical of the Art Deco period. The clock features a brass-framed dial signed UCRA and retains its original winding key. The set stands out as a highly decorative and sculptural ensemble, perfect for a mantel, console, or sideboard. France, circa 1920–1930 Signed on the dial: UCRA Original mechanical 8-day movement, key included Dimensions (clock): 14.2″ W × 12.4″ H × 5.9″ D (36 × 31.5 × 15 cm) – approx. 16 kg Dimensions (each garniture): 8.1″ H × 4.6″ W × 4.3″ D (20.5 × 11.7 × 11 cm) – approx. 4 kg each Total weight: approx. 24 kg Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and small edge chips consistent with age and material. French Art Deco · Marble Clock...
Marble, Brass
Art Deco Stylish Desk Clock With 8 Day Movement , English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
A fully restored Art Deco Style desk clock in full working condition. The movement is made by Mauthe and has been fully disassembled, cleaned and reassembled back into working condit...
Brass, Chrome
Art Deco Blue Ceramic Majolique Mantel Table Clock
Located in Lisbon, PT
An Art Deco blue ceramic Majolique mantel clock set by Manufacturer Faïencerie de la Majolique de Wasmuel. The piece of blue faience are coated in pewter or glazed, from the moorish...
Metal
Art Deco Opaline Uranium Glass & Chrome Clock, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Original 1930's Art Deco green glass 30 hour clock with chrome accents. Perfect size for desk or table. We have two of these clocks currently should you want a pair, let us know. It’...
Chrome
Atmos Perpetual clock by Jean Léon REUTTER 1899/1971
Located in NANTES, FR
Atmos art deco clock circa 1930 stamped JL Reutter N. System invented by J.L. Reutter and produced by himself before reselling the patent to Jaeger le Coultre. Pendulum in very go...
Bronze
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Blue Pulegoso Bubbles Italian Art Glass Desk Clock
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown "Pulegoso" bubbles over blue color Italian art glass footed desk clock. Attributed to the Seguso Vetri d'Arte company and designer Flav...
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Large 26" x 26" Art Deco 2-color Hexagon Neon Clock by NEON DISPLAYS INC.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large 26" x 26" Art Deco 2-color Hexagon Neon Clock by NEON DISPLAYS INC. ,, Super clean example, Original clock face..Unusual original hands..Not...
Metal, Aluminum
Impressive Art Deco Modernist Wind Up Mantle Clock By Smiths Clockmakers, c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
Original 1930's clear acrylic and chrome clock by the English clock makers Smiths. Beautiful black dial face and fretted chrome stylised Deco numerals. Fabulous condition, full worki...
Chrome
Large Electric Neon Clock Co. Two -Color Hexagon Rare Nouveau Gold 1930's -40s
By Electric Neon Clock Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large Electric Neon Clock Co. Two -Color Hexagon , Rare Nouveau Gold Outer tube.Clock appears to be totally original, Looks green on green when lit. Classic crescent sweeping second...
Metal, Steel
Original Art Deco Table Clock, Walnut, Brass, Glass, Repolished, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
These table clocks represent the refined taste and craftsmanship of Czechoslovakia during the 1920s. The design follows the popular Art Deco style. This movement focused on geometric...
Brass
Art Deco Jaeger LeCoultre Gilt Brass and Black Glass Eight Day Mantel Clock
Located in London, GB
A stylish and unusual Art Deco Jaeger LeCoultre gilt brass and black glass eight day mantel clock. Presented by Societe Maritime J. Pequin in 1952. The clock has a circular gilded...
Brass
Art Deco Chrome 'Smiths' Clock By A.L. Davenport, England, c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
Is this very iconic shaped Art Deco chrome table clock made by the English Clockmakers 'Smiths' dating to 1930 the Art Deco period. Fully working an...
Chrome
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Art Deco Style Table Clock
Located in VALENZA, IT
Solid Sterling Silver Art Deco Table Clock. The shape of the clock is a crescent moon completely smooth except for the base and the frame which are double line made with the casting ...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Art Deco Telechron Electroalarm Skyscraper Desk Clock Bakelite
By Paul Frankl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful Art Deco bakelite desk clock with alarm. Model 700 made ca' 1930's. In very good original condition, the clock is running and alarm works, though not tested for accuracy....
Brass
Art Deco Stylish Desk Clock Fully Serviced, English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
A fully restored Art Deco Style desk clock in full working condition. The frame, base, movement mount and movement cover are of a pressed metal construction and the bezel has been ch...
Brass
Rare Art Deco Marble & Onyx Mantle Clock w. Bronze Dog & Cat, Ball Playing Theme
By Japy Frères
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare, perfectly running and sculptural, French Art Deco marble pendulum clock. Movement: Japy Frères (1806-1930) If you are looking for an attractive antique mantel clock to g...
Onyx, Marble, Brass, Bronze, Metal
French Art Deco Green Marble Clock
By Hour Lavigne
Located in Northampton, GB
Just Hour Lavigne Movement From our Accessories collection, we are delighted to offer this French Art Deco Green Marble Clock. The clock finished in solid green and black marble fea...
Marble, Metal, Brass
American Art Deco Postal Telegraph Clock, rare WHITE version, chrome speed lines
Located in Buffalo, NY
Over 40 Years in the antique business, I have owned several of these Postal Telegraph clocks,, always BLACK ,usually without the chrome speed-l...
Metal, Chrome
Art Deco Style 30 hr table clock By Smiths , c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
In the 1960's Smiths produced a range of high end 30 hr manual clocks with a distinctly Art Deco feel to them. This handsome chap is a surviving example, in great condition. The numb...
Brass
Süe & Mare French Art Deco Table / Mantle Clock 1920
By Sue et Mare
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This exceptional French Art Deco mantel clock, dating to circa 1920, reflects the refined decorative vocabulary associated with Süe et Mare and the luxurious interiors of early 20th-...
Glass, Palmwood
1920s -1930s Art Deco Mantel Clock - in wonderful restored condition
By Marti
Located in Greven, DE
Art Deco Mantel Clock France Marble, Metal Art Deco around 1930 Dimensions: H × W × D: 32 × 37 × 11 cm Description: Representative French pendule in an expressive design from the ...
Marble, Metal
Art Deco Peach Mirror Glass Mantle Clock by Smiths Clock Company, c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
Superb 1930's Art Deco mantel clock by Smiths the British clockmakers . Heavy thick peach mirror glass with gold tone stylized Deco numerals all resting on a chrome plinth . Beautifu...
Brass, Chrome