1920s Decorative Objects

Original Consolidated Phoenix Glass showcases the refined elegance of a floral cameo of grapes with green leaves. Its opaque satin white glass base is adorned with delicately embosse...

This magnificant flower vase is from the well-known Austrian-Czech manufacturer Amphora, made around 1920. The vase has a classic shape, a round base and round opening. The light ba...

French Art Deco Personal Wine Cooler, Champaign Ice Bucket A good piece with an etched Art Deco Star Design, the top edge is in chrome with a handle, and lends itself to becoming an...

Set of circa 1920's French mercury glass objects. Sold as set. Golden Vase Height:13" Diameter: 4.75" Silver Vase with leaves motif Height: 9" Diameter: 3" Silver vase ...

Smith Metal Arts Company Sterling Silver and Patinated Bronze Casket, handled bronze box with silver detailed design of greyhounds chasing a raccoon up a tree, marked "SMACO / Sterli...

Rare Luxurious, Asprey & Co. London (Royal Warrant) Oak & Tooled Racing Green Leather Pop-Up Writing Table Made in England in the 1920s. Item is sold complete with a Burgundy tooled red leather desk set also from Aspreys. It's a very attractive item befit with an aluminium desk calendar, letter opener and two vertical pen rests. The rectangular and hinged two panel top encloses a green leather writing surface which reveals itself when opened from the top, item is raised on square tapering legs...

Rare cast iron antique Whistle Soda advertising piece. This figurative shaped hand has a screw off thumb that was made to hold an hourglass shaped bot...

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our Argentina galleries are shipped directly to your address via air freight. • Simplified Customs Management: We handle the processing of export permits and the payment of customs duties. You will receive your purchase without additional paperwork or surprise costs. • High-Security Packaging: Following FedEx international standards, each piece is protected in custom-made wooden crates, designed to withstand 1-meter impacts and ensure the integrity of the object during transit. • Note for shipments to the USA: To comply with shipping company regulations and ensure delivery at the destination, a valid tax ID (EIN, SSN, or ITIN) is required. • Domestic US Shipping: For those pieces available in our United States storage, logistics are managed through 1stdibs. Murano 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 the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods of war that were taking place. 1st World War took place between 1914 and 1918 2nd World War took place between 1939 and 1945 The immigrants options were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms, as it was a country where everything was still to be done. Argentina was the country of new opportunities, labour was needed and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the rest of the family members join them. In the immigrant museum “Ellis Island Immigrant Building” in New York you can se the promotional posters of the boats that would take them to a new life. Between the years 1895 and 1896, Argentina had the highest DGP (gross domestic product) per capita in the world according to the Maddison Historical Statistics index, this situation arose due to the large amount of food being exported to European countries, which were at war. The Argentinean ships left the port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo, the beams with the inscription “Made in England)”, as well as many markets that were built in Buenos Aires, such us the San Telmo Market, whose structure was brought by ship and afterwards assembled in 900 Defensa Street. With the great influence of European immigrants living in the country, the children of the upper classes travelled to study in France, resulting in the inauguration of “La Maison Argentinienne”, on 27th of June 1928, in the international city of Paris, which hosted many Argentinians that were studying in Frace. It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of these wealthy families who attended international art exhibitions, museums and art courses abroad, took a keen interest in the European style. This is why Buenos Aires was at the time referred as “The Paris of South America”. Between the years 1890 and 1920 more than a hundred Palaces were built on Alvear Avenue the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires. Today some of these palaces have been transformed into museums, hotels and embassies. In the year 1936, the Kavanagh building was inaugurated, it was the tallest reinforced concrete building in South America. During 1994 the American Society of Civil Engineers distinguished it as an “international engineering milestone”, and it´s now considered a World Heritage of Modern Architecture. At the time was common to hire foreign architects such as Le Corbusier, who visited Buenos Aires/Argentina in 1929 and in 1948 he drew up the blueprints for a house built in La Plata City (which was declared a World Heritage Site). In 1947, the Hungarian architect Marcelo Breuer designed “Parador Ariston” in the seaside city of Mar del Plata. After an Argentinean student at Harvard University convinced him to come to Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca. The Ukrainian architect, Vladimiro Acosta, arrives in Argentina in 1928 and worked as an architect until que moved to Brazil. Antonio Bonet, a Spanish architect who worked with Le Corbusier in Paris, arrives in Argentina in 1937, where he carried out several architectural works and in 1938 designs the well-known BFK chair. Andres Kálnay, of Hungarian origin, made around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter Gropius, director of the Bauhaus, lived in Argentina, where he wrote articles for “Sur” magazine and founded in Buenos Aires, an architectural firm with Franz Möller, who was also an architect, where he built two houses. At the same time several famous designers decided to immigrate to Argentina, among them we can find the well-known French designer, Jean-Michel Frank, who arrived in the country in 1940 and also worked for the Rockefeller family. Special pieces were made, which were sold exclusively in the country, such as the well-known German company “WMF”, who sold their products by catalogue, which were chosen by the ladies of High Society in the list of wedding gifts, as well as the pieces designed by Christofle. The Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti, made special pieces for Argentinean mansions. In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique. The brands Maple and Thompson also set up shop in the country. The French plastic artist, Marcel Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919. Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture manufacturers travelled to international fairs and bough the patterns to produce the furniture in Argentina, such as the furniture firm Englander and Bonta, who bought the patterns ins Italy. It is worth mentioning that in Argentina we have the largest Community of Italians outside...

A striking antique pottery vase of unknown origin, sourced in Alsace, France — a region with one of the richest and most deeply rooted ceramic traditions in Europe. It bears no maker...

Set of 5 antique tin cookie cans from France.

Set of Art Deco Diskometal Candlestick Holders designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. Exquisite early work by Andersen. * Set of diskometal candlestick holders * Designer: Just Anders...

Rare particularly beautiful depiction of the of a boy. Created by Gustave van Vaerenbergh under his pseudonym G. Carli from the Art Deco period. This terracotta was polychromed by ...

A large and custom piece, possibly done for an exhibition, we have the pleasure of offering for sale this wonderful presentation vase. A Classic signature piece from the storied glas...

Pair of Florenz sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1924. Each: Urn socket on upward tapering and knopped shaft; raised and spread base with four satyr head...

A circa 1920s Italian wrought iron center table candelabra. Measurements: Height: 32" Diameter: 15".

A fabulous Ikebana brass vase, hand-crafted in Japan, Showa Period. Oval shape. The finish is Murashido, a centuries-old technique that consists in quenching the cast brass in hot oi...

Impressive Art Deco-style sculpture in silvered bronze, signed D.H. Chiparus, mounted on a refined marble base. This elegant piece showcases the intricate detailing and movement char...

Neapolitan "Scugnizzo" bust, Street boy, in gilt and burnished bronze, circa 1920 by Giovanni De Martino . Sculpture in gilded bronze and dark patina on a square base in light gray marble. The realistic trait typical of the author is striking. Signature of the artist De Martino on the back Giovanni De Martino (Naples, 13 January 1870 - Naples, 3 March 1935) was an Italian sculptor active in Paris. Important Bronze sculpture depicting a boy's head in Naples called "Scugnizzo" Excellent quality and sublime workmanship, note the delicacy and expressiveness. The sculpture is signed DE MARTINO on the back. GIOVANNI DE MARTINO (Naples 1870-1935) very important sculptor known for the production of sculptures of small bronze busts, in particular street urchins, fishermen, common people, with realistic features. Excellent quality, as seen in the detail photos. Excellent workmanship. A truly beautiful sculpture! BIOGRAPHY OF THE ARTIST Giovanni de Martino (1870-1935) trained in Naples at the Academy of Fine Arts in Naples. He moved to Paris where he performed small sculptural groups and frequently exhibited at the "Paris Salon", winning the Louvre Museum prize for the bronze work Le Pêcheur de criquets (The Locust Fisherman). Returning to Naples, he returned to a socialist realism and on dedication to the production of sculptures depicting characteristic Neapolitan types, in rascal species, "scugnizzi", children and young fishermen. The dominant theme of his production is childhood: in particular he represents in his works pensive, sad, skinny children, on whose faces the signs of abandonment and suffering emerge (for this reason De Martino becomes known with the nickname of "The sculptor of children...

Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Mantel Clock with Japanese Female Figures, United States, Circa 1920 An exceptional Art Deco mantel clock crafted in the United States circa 1920, combining...

Refined sculpture in Portugal pink marble. Great artistic quality, not signed. Face of the virgin Mary in prayer. Work of the Art Deco period.  

This rare Swedish folk art stoneware pitcher or vase, crafted by Andersson & Johansson for Höganäs in Sweden, features a striking brown body with cream-white decoration. Designed by ...

French Faience vase signed HB Quimper Circa 1920.     

French Art Deco photo frame, France, 1920s. Featuring an elegant elephant motif, this frame is crafted from luxurious Macassar wood, Bakelite, and glass. The frame includes the origi...

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Taisho period 1920s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan...

Antique Rookwood candlesticks or candle holders featuring a barley twisted design and triangular base with delphins / dolphins in a sharp blue / turqu...

Art Deco brass picture frame vienna around 1920s Glass in front of the picture Brass polished and stove enameled Max picture size: H: 14cm W: 9,2cm

Huge pure Art Deco Centerpiece from the famous manufacturer Eichwald. This exceptional piece is an example of pure art deco art. The structure consists of a square base with roun...

1920s Art Déco French Le Verre Français frosted glass vase with algae pattern decoration designed by Charder By: Chander, Le Verre Français, Schneider Material: glass, art glass Tec...

A little square Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An elegant piece for a beautiful place. * Square pewter vase with curvy edges * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufactur...

Dowry Box, Lombok Indonesia, Sasak, Cowrie & Painted Palm 1950’s Handwoven and richly adorned, this 1950’s Sasak dowry box from Lombok, Indonesia, captures the ceremonial artistry o...

Pedestal bowl in Hammered Pewter made by Just Andersen in the early 1920s. An exquisite piece for a beautiful place. * A round Hammered Pewter on foot with a child figure on the ste...

This is an absolutely beautiful art nouveau hand-painted and hand-crafted earthenware vase from Sala Kakel- och Keramikfabrik (Tile and Ceramic Factory) made in the early 20th centu...

This French Art Deco vase by Andre Delatte, crafted in Jarville near Nancy in the late 1920s. A refined example of period glass artistry, this piece showcases the technical innovatio...

Circa 1915-20s, by Libbey Glass Co., Cambridge, Massachusetts. This stunning Art Nouveau to Art Deco Vase features an intricately cut design on gorgeous green glass. The look is ant...

A large and very decorative twin handled jug with a lid attached with a chain. A brass plaque on the side is labeled: Tambo La Nona Ano 1922 Lu Jan LM. Desirable signs of age includi...

Danish Art Nouveau Candle Holders by H.F. Bronze, 1920s. Set of 2. Pair of Danish Art Nouveau candlesticks in bronze. Made in Denmark in the 1920s by HF Bronze...

Ceramic figurine austria around 1920s Original condition

This pair of Art Deco candleholders embodies the sleek, futuristic aesthetics of the Machine Age and Modernist design movements. Crafted from polished chrome, the candleholders featu...

Pair of two flower vases, made by wellknown Daalderop KDM Royal Holland, in the 1920s - in the Art Deco period. These two vases impress with their pure Art Deco shape and design. ...

Set of early vases made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine set for a beautiful place. * A set (2) of curvy metal vases with lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D19 * Year: 1...

Beautiful flower vase with outstanding surface design and bird figures, probably made in Belgium by the Thulin ceramics manufacturer in the 1920s, the Art Deco period. The Faienceri...

This sophisticated Art Deco black and gold desk set is a stunning example of 1920s elegance. Crafted from sleek black glass with luxurious brass detailing, it exudes timeless style. ...

Car Mascot / Hood Ornament Policeman Riding a Bull Bronze Sculpture. France 1920. Car Mascot Policeman with Bullfight 1920 Le Gendarme a Taureau Mascotte Automobile Signed: Binmoran ...

Two art deco piano bronze candle holder vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enameled

Pair of bronze doré wall sconces featuring incredible detailed ormolu including festooned floral garlands, ribbons and tiny bow embellishments. Triple candle holders...

This is a vintage port decanter. An English, cut glass sherry or spirit vessel with a hallmarked silver collar, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1928. An appealing decanter wi...

Antique Rookwood Art Deco 1920 XX pink / purple matte glaze vase or urn. Shape 2404. This vase was designed by Albert Cyrus Munson, active b.1917. Albert Cyrus Munson designed pie...

Rare French Art Deco pair of oak candlesticks from the Sainte-Claire de Mur de Barrez monastery (Poor Clares, read below), France, 1920s. Wooden faux-candles. Close to the work of At...

This French Art Deco ceramic vase by Sainte-Radegonde, produced in the 1920s, features a stunning double stylized floral decoration on a textured crackle glaze ceramic surface. The e...

Gilt bronze inkwell and crystal flasks, made in the 20th century. One of the flasks has a chip in the screwing part of the cap, as shown in the pictures. Ø cm 32 Ø cm 17 h cm 9 An...

A wonderful antique English gaming counter box dating to the 1920's / 1930's. The box has a secret opening mechanism; the lid is slid to the left which ...

Rene Lalique clear & frosted glass 'Tete De Paon' car mascot. This model features the head of a peacock. The bird is mounted onto a rectangular, black glass base. Moulded maker's mar...

A lovely antique French Quimper faience scalloped wall bowl with pierced footrim for hanging, circa 1920. Maker's mark on reverse. This charming bowl is a wonderful early piece of Qu...

Alfredo Biagini Tagliacarte Italy, 1920 Rarissimo Tagliacarte in Bronzo con Pantera Firma dell'artista incussa nel bronzo Eccellenti condizioni Originale anni 20

Antique Chinese brass decorative box with Jade Medallion. This stunning Chinese export brass box features a beautiful etched bat design with a central c...

An Art Deco Bauhaus Bakelite fruit bowl. Hard to find in this condition, a nice addition to every room or table. It is an vintage original probably fr...

1364 Art Deco gilt brass and carved alabaster face female sculpture signed Sosson.

This striking 1920s Art Deco ceramic bird planter is a sculptural masterpiece, embodying the era’s love for bold color, geometric forms, and exot...

An Art Deco Period Vase By Max Laeuger "Lemons" from Germany 1921. Finely glazed in yellow, green and black depicting lemon tree branches. Marked with makers and artist's mark.

A pair of cast iron urns “Mikrokosmos” designed by Olof Hult (1892-1962) for Nafveqvarns Bruk, Sweden, designed 1922, executed 1920s-1930s. Height 7", diameter 15". Similar item was ...