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.
Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Litte Art Deco Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Small pewter vase with incised vertical lines and lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 1758 * Year: 1935 * Con...
Pewter
1930s Art Deco vase by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand, Sweden
By Ilse Claesson, rorstrand studio
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A striking Art Deco ceramic vase designed in the 1930s by Ilse Claesson for the prestigious Swedish manufacturer Rörstrand. This vase is a classic example from Claesson’s celebrated ...
Ceramic
Pedestal Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Pedestal Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Fan-shaped pewter vase on square foot. * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Model: 1281 * Ye...
Pewter
Large Art Deco Icon by Sylvia Stave, Swedish Modern CG Hallberg, Stockholm, 1931
Located in Stockholm, SE
An elegant and highly collectible Swedish Art Deco pewter vase, designed by Sylvia Stave and produced by CG Hallberg, Stockholm, in 1931. The vase features a refined amphora-inspire...
Pewter
Patinated Bronze Art Deco Vase SVM (Svenska Metallverken) Swedish Modern 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
An exceptional patinated bronze vase produced by SVM – Svenska Metallverken, Sweden, circa 1930s. The vase features a beautifully rounded, sculptural form with horizontal brass bands...
Bronze
Round Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Round Diskometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in 1935. * Round diskometal vase with chased vertical lines * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 1802 (stamped ‘Just 1802’) *...
Metal
Swedish Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Verdigris Patina, 1930's
By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
A refined Swedish Art Deco bronze vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, circa 1930s. The elegant tapered form rests on a stepped base and is adorned with a cast cherub relief to the fro...
Bronze
Herman August Kähler Glazed Abstract Art Deco Pottery Vase, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish footed art pottery vase hand-decorated with brown and black glazes over a beige-colored background. Unusual abstract floral depictions. Made at the studio of Herman August ...
Earthenware
Art Deco Glass Vase by Daum, Green Blown Glass, France, 1920, 19.5"
By Daum
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Glass Vase by Daum, Nancy, 1920s. An elegant French Art Deco glass vase by Daum, produced in Nancy, France, during the 1920s. The vase is crafted from thick, hand-bl...
Glass
Amphora-Style Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Amphora-style Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Amphora-style of pewter vase with lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1801 * Year: 1926-1929 * Condi...
Pewter
1926 Rene Lalique - Vase Domremy Cased Opalescent Glass with Blue Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Domremy" (Thistles) made in cased opalescent glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1926. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Great patina. Height: 22 cm Félix Marcil...
Blown Glass
Large Art Deco Art Glass Faceted Vase in the Style of Josef Hoffmann
By Moser Glassworks, Josef Hoffmann
Located in San Diego, CA
This striking Art Deco glass vase is executed in a refined smoked gray (grey) tone and features a bold faceted, architectural form closely associated with early 20th-century Central ...
Glass
Pedestal Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Pedestal Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Cone-shaped pewter vase on foot * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: 1213 * Year: ...
Pewter
Rare Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
By Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great original condition, with only a few light s...
Bronze
Art Deco Ceramic Beige Vase with Red Handles by Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby “Vas 94” Model 3146 – Scandinavian Art Deco Ceramic Vase, Sweden 1936–1944 An elegant example of Scandinavian Art Deco design: the Upsala Ekeby “V...
Earthenware
Leonard DiNardo Neodymium Alexandrite Glass Perfume Bottle, 1983
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage early American Studio Glass movement perfume bottle features a sculptural minimalist form with rounded body and stopper, hand blown in striking deep amethyst neodymium glass....
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Pewter Jardinière by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Exquisite Pewter Jardinière on Floral Foot designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Oval pewter jardinière on floral foot * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 1279 * Year: 1918-19...
Pewter
Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s
By Gustavsberg, Josef Ekberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful vase with lustre glaze and amazing hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s. Good condition. Some we...
Ceramic
(3) Piece Art Deco Crystal Fragrance Ensemble Attributed Baccarat French Ca.1930
By Baccarat
Located in Incline Village, NV
Fine quality Art Deco (3) piece pink crystal dresser perfume vessel set; matching the "Rose Tiente" Bambous pattern made by Baccarat in the 1930's, so attributed to them and most def...
Crystal
Brown & Gold Art Deco Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s.
By rorstrand studio, ALP Lidköping 1, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware Art Deco / Swedish Grace vase of the highest quality. Amazing glaze with hand-painted details in gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for ALP (Lidköpings Porslinsfab...
Ceramic, Stoneware
1920's French Art Deco Emerald Green Frosted Glass Vase Cubist Geometric Design
Located in Red Lion, PA
This exceptional unmarked 1920s French Art Deco emerald green frosted glass vase features a dramatic cubist / geometric three-dimensional design, a hallmark of the bold visual experi...
Glass
Muller Freres Large Sparrows Frosted Glass Vase 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large Art Deco Frosted Glass Vase with Sparrows By Muller Frères, Lunéville, France, circa 1920. A rare and poetic large Art Deco frosted glass vase by the renowned French glassmake...
Glass
Pewter Flower Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegante Pewter Flower Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Litte curvy pewter vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 2319 * Year: 1938 * Condition: Good vintage conditi...
Pewter
Early Art Deco Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Early Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine piece for the exquisite home. * A fan-shaped metal vase with vertical lines and lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D20...
Metal
1926 Rene Lalique Vase Danaides Smoked Topaz Glass with White Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Danaïdes" made in smoked topaz glass with white patina by Rene Lalique in 1926. Molded signature on bottom. Perfect condition. Beautiful et very rare color. height : 18,5 cm...
Glass, Art Glass
1920 René Lalique - Vase Plumes Cased Opalescent Glass With Blue Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase “Plumes” made in cased opalescent glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1920. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Great opalescence. height: 21.5 cm Félix Marcilhac, ...
Blown Glass
Art Deco Large Czech Amber Glass Vase By Karl Palda, c1930
By Karl Palda
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this fantastic Art Deco glass vase, standing a good 22 cm tall has all the bells and whistles you want from this era. One of our personal favourites beautif...
Glass
$197Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Cobalt Blue Solifleur Vase by George Clews, Staffordshire, 1930s
Located in Glasgow, GB
An elegant Art Deco solifleur vase in cobalt blue ceramic, handcrafted in Staffordshire, England by George Clews during the 1930s. This piece belongs to the maker’s renowned Chameleo...
Ceramic
Art Deco Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Art Deco Diskometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Drop-shaped diskometal vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1556 * Year: 1918-1929 * Condition: Good vintage ...
Metal
Substantial Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Substantial Amphora-style Diskometal vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Amphora-style diskometal vase with lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D1925 * Year: 1937 * ...
Metal
1926 Rene Lalique - Vase Domremy Cased Opalescent Glass with Grey Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Domremy" (Thistles) made in cased opalescent glass with grey patina by René Lalique in 1926. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Great patina. Height: 22 cm Félix Marcilha...
Blown Glass
$3,375Sale Price / item|25% Off
Art Deco Ruba Rombic Jungle Green Glass Decanter by Rubin Haley for Consolodated
Located in Red Lion, PA
Rare Art Deco Ruba Rombic Jungle Green Glass Decanter by Reuben Haley for Consolidated Glass – Geometric Cubist Design, 1920s-30s This striking Ruba Rombic decanter in vivid Jungle ...
Glass
$328Sale Price|20% Off
Charlotte Rhead Art Deco Vase for Crown Ducal, England, c.1930s
By Crown Ducal England, Charlotte Rhead
Located in Glasgow, GB
An original Art Deco ceramic vase by Charlotte Rhead for Crown Ducal, crafted in Staffordshire, England circa 1930s. This collectible British vase presents a distinctive urn-shaped f...
Ceramic
Art Deco Smoked Cerulean Hue Frosted and Transparent Glass Vase signed Lalique
By Lalique
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable Art Deco vase, designed by the legendary René Lalique and crafted in France circa 1935, is a stunning example of his innovative artistry and mastery of glassmaking. T...
Glass
André Delatte Nancy Art Deco Vase
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Deco vase circa 1930. Blown glass in a wrought iron and bronze frame. Signed A.Delatte Nancy. Height: 27 cm Base diameter: 10.2 cm Neck diameter: 10.8 cm André Delatte (born in...
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Rolf Engströmer Pewter Vase for FAK, Art Deco, Swedish Modern, 1935
By Fabriksaktiebolaget Kronsilver, Rolf Engströmer
Located in Stockholm, SE
This elegant pewter vase, designed by the acclaimed Swedish artist Rolf Engströmer for FAK in 1935, reflects the refined aesthetics of the Art Deco movement. Featuring smooth, sculpt...
Pewter
Italian 1960's Egidio Casagrande Hammered Brass Footed Bowl Pot
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Hammered brass claw footed bowl attributed to Egidio Casagrande, Italian 1960's. Signed on bottom. No issues to report. Solid and stable. Warm aged patina throughout.
Brass
Pair of Chinese Citron-to-White Peking Glass Vases with Leaping Koi, c. 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
Expertly sculpted of Chinese Peking glass, these elegant vases from the early 20th century are aglow with brilliant yellow color, the shade of a ripe buddha's hand citron. In a proce...
Glass
Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Early Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine detail for a beautiful place. * Oval pewter vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1522 * Year: 1918-1929 * Condit...
Pewter
Large Art Deco Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Large Diskometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. • Diskometal metal vase with curvy opening • Designer: Just Andersen • Style: D1873 (often referred to as the 'Margre...
Metal
Art Deco Turquoise Crackle Glaze Vase, Belgium, Circa 1930's
By Boch Freres Keramis, Charles Catteau for Boch Freres
Located in Chatham, ON
Extraordinary Art Deco turquoise crackle glaze vase - featuring a trumpet form shape on a plinth base with twin handles - signed on the base (model number 1344-O) - Belgium - circa 1...
Ceramic
Art Deco Vase '159' in Disco Metal by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Balen, BE
Art Deco Vase No. 159 in Disco Metal by Just Andersen – Denmark, 1930s Featuring “Adam and Eve” Relief Motif This rare Art Deco vase, model no. 159, was designed by Just Andersen in...
Brass
Art Deco Cameo Glass Vase by Charles Schneider for Le Verre Français, 1920s
By Charles Schneider, Le Verre Francais
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Art Deco period cameo glass vase featuring a floral design in various shades of purple and light blue Imported by high end retailer Ovington Brothers of New Y...
Art Glass
Substantial Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Impressive Discometal Vases designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Set (2) of 8-sided cone shaped vases in discometal * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D1932 * Year: 1...
Metal
Exceptional Large Argenta Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A truly exceptional and monumentally scaled Argenta vase/floorvase, hand-thrown by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930s. Measuring 35 cm (13.8 in) in height and 27 cm (1...
Sterling Silver
Ludwig Moser Art Deco Amethyst Crystal Glass Vase, Fipop Series, Karlsbad, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
An exquisite Bohemian Art Nouveau crystal vase from the Fipop series, crafted by Ludwig Moser & Sons Glassworks in Karlsbad, former Czechoslov...
Glass
Revernay Rare Art Deco Pair of Ceramic Vases, Digoin Sarreguemines, 1920
By Revernay Sarreguemines Digoin
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Exceptional French Art Deco Pair of Ceramic Vases by Revernay (Digoin), France, Circa 1920 An exceptional and spectacular pair of French Art Deco ceramic vases by Revernay, produced ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Fish-shaped Art Deco Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Fish-shaped art deco vase designed by Just Andersen in the early 1930s. A lovely detail for a beautiful home. * A fish-shaped metal vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1389 (sta...
Metal
Art deco 20th century design Green ceramic vase by Georges Jaegle 1940
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Georges Jaegle Large art deco green ceramic vase Realised circa 1940 Original perfect condition Signed Height 24 cm Large 20 cm
Ceramic
Rare Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
By Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, with only a few light scratches....
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Gilt-Metal Mounted Stoneware Vase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This exceptional French Art Deco stoneware vase, attributed to Louis Auguste Dage and dating to circa 1920, exemplifies the elegance and modernist design sensibilities of the period....
Bronze
Pewter Jardinière by Ellen Schlanbusch for Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Pewter Jardinière designed by Ellen Schlanbusch for Just Andersen in 1952. An elegant centerpiece for a beautiful place * Organic Jardinière in Pewter * Designer: Ellen Schlanbusch ...
Pewter
Charles Catteau Boch Enamel Ceramic Art Deco Blue Deer Pottery Vase
By Boch Freres Keramis, Charles Catteau
Located in Brescia, IT
Fine Art Deco vase by Charles Catteau Boch, La Louvier Gres Keramis Belgium, 1920 circa Glazed ceramic with blue deer Excellent condiction.
Ceramic
$768Sale Price|31% Off
Porcelain Vase by Richard Ginori Gray 'Manifattura 1946' from the 1990s
Located in Milano, MI
Gray porcelain vase by Richard Ginori, belonging to the "Manifattura 1946" collection, created in the 90s to celebrate the master Giovanni Garibaldi, who in the 40s interpreted the s...
Porcelain
Art Deco Bronze Letter Rack by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze letter rack with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Good condition, with some scratches and wear to the patination. Stamped 'BRO...
Bronze
Swedish Art Deco Strombergshyttan Art Glass Etched Vase
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Striking heavy art glass vase features streamlined, sculptural form with an unusual graphic rim, done in thick clear glass; the vase is decorated with etched or engraved motif of an...
Crystal
1923 René Lalique Vase Dahlias Glass with Sepia Patina and Black Enamel
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Dahlias" made in frosted glass with sepia patina and original black heated enamel by René Lalique in 1923. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Very beautiful enamel and super...
Blown Glass
$982Sale Price|20% Off
French Art Deco Earthenware Vase, Ivory Craquelure, 1930s, 23 cm
Located in Glasgow, GB
A French Art Deco earthenware vase dating from the 1930s, characterised by its compact spherical profile and bold geometric relief decoration. The body is modelled with faceted, angu...
Ceramic
$574Sale Price|27% Off
Jean Gerbino Art Deco Neriage Mosaic Trumpet Vase, Vallauris, 1930s
Located in Glasgow, GB
An exceptional Art Deco ceramic trumpet vase by Jean Gerbino, crafted in Vallauris, France, circa 1930s. Known for his pioneering approach to neriage ceramics, Gerbino developed a di...
Ceramic, Clay
Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enameled
Brass, Copper