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.
Art Deco Black Opaline Glass Picture Frame, France 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely French Art Deco picture frame features a thick black opaline glass plinth, complemented by two polished chrome metal holders and two chrome bead accents. The photograph i...
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver picture frame. Made by Lebkuecher in Newark, ca 1920. Flat rectangular window with wraparound engine-turned lines and rectangle (vacant) on front; sides plai...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Modernist Brass and Bakelite Picture Photo Frame, 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Made in France circa 1940, this stunning modernist Art Deco picture frame is built with brass and Bakelite. The piece boasts a stepped shiny brown Bakelite base topped with a thick g...
Brass
Art Deco Machine Age Chrome and Wood Picture Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant French Art Deco picture frame features a modernist Machine Age design. Its wood base is ornate with polished chrome accent bar sticks and beads. The photo frame includes...
Metal, Chrome
1930s Barovier Attributed Art Deco Clear Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This exquisite 1930s Art Deco picture frame perfectly embodies the refined elegance of Italian craftsmanship, heavily reminiscent of the iconic Barovier style. It features a spectacu...
Brass
Cognac Calf Leather Picture Frame, France circa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning 1940s French Art Deco modernist leather picture frame features fine-grain calf leather in cognac color with a pattern. The easel and back are in the same calf leather, ...
Leather
Italian Mid-Century Modern Embossed Tin Tabletop Picture Frame, 1930s-1950s
Located in Roma, IT
We are delighted to offer this large Italian tabletop picture frame, dating to the mid-20th century and crafted in embossed tin. Dating approximately from the 1930s to the 1950s, th...
Tin
French Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Metal Picture Frame, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco modernist picture frame features a thick, hand-rubbed Macassar wood plinth complemented by carved Macassar wood holders and ornaments, all set off with ornate ...
Metal, Chrome
An Elegant 1930s Art Deco Wood and Chromed Metal French Picture Frame
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This stunning and authentic 1930s French Picture Frame is a quintessential piece of Art Deco design. This elegant frame perfectly captures the streamlined sophistication of the era, ...
Chrome
Two Art Deco Black and White Lacquered Wood and Glass French Picture Frames
Located in Aci Castello, IT
It's a striking pair of Art Deco Black and White Lacquered Wood French Picture Frames, epitomizing the elegance and geometric sophistication of the 1920s and 30s. These exquisite fra...
Glass, Wood
Acrylic Picture Frame with Art Deco Brass Outline to Float Image
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Acrylic Frame, completely clear with a center Image area i9"T x 7"W to float a photo or perhaps a menu? Well made and unique - a complement to any grouping of photos and...
Brass
Large Art Deco Silver Plated Photograph Frame. English C.1925
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Superb Large plain silver plated photograph frame Silver plated back support The signed photograph of Queen Mary came with the frame but it is not included. It is availabe on the...
Sterling Silver
Jacques Adnet Style, Brown Leather Picture Frame, France 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Picture frame, is in leather, in a gradient of brown colors. It is done in the style of Jacques Adnet. Some Wear but almost on the sides. It has been made in France circa 1940,...
Leather
Antique Picture Frame, 1930s, France, 5 x 8 cm
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful antique picture frame. France, around 1930. Picture size: 5 x 8 cm.
Composition
French Art Deco Macassar Wood Picture Frame, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French Art Deco picture frame features a thick hand-rubbed Macassar wood plinth, complemented by the same carved wood insert holders. The photo frame is complete with t...
Glass, Wood, Macassar
Art Deco Brass and Black Enamel Photo Frame
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a FABULOUS Original and Rare, Art Deco Brass and Black Enamel Photo Frame. Probably French and made circa 1925-30. Brass/Ormolu Frame with inset black enamel panels. Th...
Brass, Enamel, Ormolu
Art Deco brass picture frame vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
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
Brass
Retro Art Deco Style Tooled Leather Easel Back Picture / Photo Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage leather picture or photo frame. In the Art Deco style. In leather with a gilt border around the interior edge. Simply a wonderful leather frame! Date: Ear...
Leather
Art Deco picture frame with marble base, France 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A refined and atmospheric example of French Art Deco design, this 1920s picture frame combines sleek geometry with the luxurious material palette that defined the era. The rectangula...
Marble, Metal
Cartier Retro Deco Enamel Frame for Portrait or Landscape Picture
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Retro Deco sterling silver picture frame, ca 1980. Rectangular surround with faceted corners and black and white marbleized enamel trapezoidal panels; sides plain. With glass, silk l...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Brass Picture Frame around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco brass picture frame around 1920s Brass polished and stove enamelled The picture is only for the photoshooting ( not included ) ...
Brass
Picture Frame 5x7” in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 5X7” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of white shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, ge...
Glass, Shagreen Stingray, Wood
Art Deco nickel - plated with bakelite picture frame around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco nickel - plated with bakelite picture frame around 1920s brass nickel - plated Glass
Brass, Nickel
Art Deco Tiger Pattern Tessellated Egg Shell Stone Picture Frame
By Jean Dunand
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, an Art Deco Tiger Pattern Tessellated Egg Shell Stone Picture Frame. Attributed to Jean Dunand. France Circa 1940s. Tessellated egg shell on wood frame cov...
Eggshell, Glass, Hardwood
Large Top Quality American Sterling Silver Picture Frame, c.1930
Located in Bath, GB
A solid, heavy, top-notch photograph frame made from sterling silver with a solid Oak backing. This Art Deco example has an all over hammered / planished decoration, as stylish today...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Nickel Silver Original Picture Frame, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Super stylish 1930's Art Deco Modernist picture frame in chrome and glass. The frame has two pieces of glass which slot into the chrome stand allows an image to be displayed both sid...
Silver Plate, Nickel
$686 / set
3 Picture Frames Vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
3 picture frames Vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enamelled Picture size ( 2 Bigger one´s ) H: 22cm W: 13,5cm Picture size ( Smaler one ) ( the middle one ) H: 21cm W: 11,5cm.
Brass
Art Deco Chrome Picture Frame, France, c1930's
Located in Devon, England
Super stylish 1930's Art Deco Modernist picture frame in chrome and glass. Signed to the base f. Gallia, The frame has two pieces of glass whic...
Chrome
Antique 20th Century Art Deco Shagreen Picture Frame London Circa 1918-20
Located in London, GB
This wonderful 20th Century Art Deco Shagreen photograph frame is in excellent condition with a convex bullnose edge detail, rather than a fl...
Shagreen
Art deco picture frame vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art deco picture frame vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enameled Picture size that fitts: H: 25cm Diameter: 21cm
Brass
Picture Frame 5x7” in Quilted White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted white shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of th...
Glass, Shagreen Stingray, Wood
Art Deco Gilded Picture Frame with Original Outwardly Curved Glass Around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco gilded picture frame with original outwardly curved glass around 1920s The picture is only for the photoshooting ( not included ) Good ...
Brass
Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver picture frame. Made by Fradley in New York, ca 1920. Rectangular surround. Window same with canted corners. On front wraparound engine-turned lines, and engr...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Vintage Art Deco Geometric Picture Frames
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of vintage art deco geometric picture frames, circa 1930s. The frames are in good vintage condition and hold a 5.75" x 7.75" photograph and measures 9.25"W x 11.25". Ni...
Metal
Art Deco Picture Frame with Reverse Etched Detailing in Smoked Rose Glass
Located in New York, NY
This picture frame is crafted in the United States, circa 1935, beautifully rendered Smoked Rose Glass. The frame is rectangular with Beveled Edge De...
Glass
Antique Double Picture Frame, Art Deco, France, Circa 1920, 6 x 10 cm
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful brass picture frame, France, circa 1920. Picture size of each side: 6 cm x 10 cm.
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Rouge Griotte Marble Photo Frames, 1930, France
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Pair of elegant French Art Deco photo frames featuring a thick solid Rouge Griotte marble base with two metal claws. The frames are complete, two glass sheets to enclose the picture....
Griotte Marble
$800Sale Price|50% Off
Blue Shagreen with Lapis Lazuli Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue shagreen leather with Lapis Lazuli inserts and gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd Measures: Height 13.5 inches / width 11.5 inches / depth 1 inch Photo size: 8 inches by 10 ...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Antique Art Deco Forged Iron Forged Copper Flowers Mirror Frame Picture Frame
Located in Munich, DE
This elegant two tone frame was created in France in the beginning of the 1920's. A rectangular forged iron frame with ornamental surface is in the centre of this design. Three coppe...
Iron, Copper
Art Deco Frame in bronze and glass, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
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 A...
Bronze
Art Deco Nickel Silver Original Skyscraper Picture Frame, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Super stylish 1930's Art Deco Modernist picture frame in chrome and glass. The frame has two pieces of glass which slot into the chrome stand allows an image to be displayed both sid...
Silver Plate, Nickel
$768Sale Price|47% Off
Art Deco Bronze Picture Frame or Vanity Mirror
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This beautiful bronze picture frame is designed in the French Empire style. The frame can use as a vanity mirror or a picture frame. The frame is rectangular in form, moulded with a horizontal...
Bronze
Picture Frame 5x7” in Black Oak by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning 5x7" picture frame by R&Y Augousti is a refined display of minimalist elegance, crafted in luxurious black oak. The sleek wood frame's rich texture is complemented ...
Brass
$800Sale Price|50% Off
Camouflage Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Camouflage colored shagreen leather with malachite inserts and 24-karat gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd Measures: Height 13.5 inches, width 11.5 inches, depth 1 inch Photo siz...
Malachite, Gold
Picture Frame 5x7” in Black Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 5x7” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of black shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, ge...
Shagreen Stingray, Glass, Wood
Picture Frame 8x10” in White Shagreen with Brass Details by KIFU Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exuding sophistication and timeless elegance, this 8x10” picture frame by Kifu Paris is a masterful blend of luxurious materials and impeccable craftsmanship. The frame is meticulous...
Brass
Wooden Photo Frame, Europe, 1920s - 1930s
Located in Rīga, LV
Wooden photo frame, Europe, 1920s - 1930s Additional Information: Materials: Wood, cardboard, glass Vintage from the 1900s Style: Art Deco Place of Origin: Europe Date of Man...
Glass, Wood
Wooden & Glass Photo Frame, Europe, 1920s - 1930s
Located in Rīga, LV
Wooden photo frame, Europe, 1920s - 1930s Additional Information: Materials: Wood, cardboard Vintage from the 1900s Style: Art Deco Place of Origin: Europe Date of Manufactur...
Wood
Wooden Art Deco Photo Frame, Europe, 1920s - 1930s
Located in Rīga, LV
Wooden photo frame, Europe, 1920s - 1930s Additional Information: Materials: Wood, cardboard, glass Vintage from the 1900s Place of Origin: Europe Date of Manufacture: 1920s -...
Glass, Wood
A Pair of Art Deco Wooden Photo Frames, Europe, 1920s - 1930s
Located in Rīga, LV
A Pair of Wooden Photo Frames, Europe, 1920s - 1930s Additional Information: Materials: Cardboard, glass, wood Vintage from the 1900s Style: Art Deco Place of Origin: Europe ...
Glass, Wood
Art Deco Wooden Photo Frame, Europe, 1920s - 1930s
Located in Rīga, LV
Wooden photo frame, Europe, 1920s - 1930s Additional Information: Materials: Cardboard, glass, wood Vintage from the 1900s Style: Art Deco Place of Origin: Europe Date of Man...
Glass, Wood
A Pair Of Wooden Photo Frames, Europe, 1920s - 1930s
Located in Rīga, LV
A Pair of Wooden Photo Frames, Europe, 1920s - 1930s Additional Information: Materials: Cardboard, glass, wood Vintage from the 1900s Style: Art Deco Place of Origin: Europe ...
Glass, Wood
Printed Portrait of Josephine Bonaparte
Located in Chicago, IL
Encased in a geometric Art Deco frame, this small printed portrait depicts a young woman of French royalty, most likely Empress Josephine Bonaparte. Josephine Bonaparte was the Empre...
Wood, Paper
Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver picture frame. Made by Lebkuecher in Newark, ca 1920. Rectangular and flat surround. On front engine-turned wraparound lines and rectangle (vacant) on top ra...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Silver Picture Frame
Located in Queens, NY
American Art Deco-style rectangular sterling silver easel picture frame with 3 engraved initials.
Picture Frame 8x10” in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 8x10” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of white shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, g...
Shagreen Stingray, Glass, Wood
Picture Frame 8x10” in Black Oak by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning 8x10" picture frame by R&Y Augousti is a refined display of minimalist elegance, crafted in luxurious black oak. The sleek wood frame's rich texture is complemented...
Glass, Oak, Wood
Art Deco Silver Picture Frame
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco-style sterling silver simple rectangular easel picture frame with brown velvet backing.
Art Deco Picture Frame in bevelded Mirror France Circa 1935 Green Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This whimsical and sophisticated picture Art Deco Machine Age frame was realized in France, circa 1935.It is done in a Beveled Green Glassa.
Mirror
Jacques Adnet Style, Brown Leather Picture Frame, France 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Picture frame, is in leather, in a gradient of brown colors. It is done in the style of Jacques Adnet. Some Wear but almost on the sides. It has been made in France circa 1940,...
Leather