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Art Deco Tableware

ART DECO STYLE

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

  • Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
  • Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
  • Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
  • Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory

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.

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Price: $1 to $2,500
Style: Art Deco
Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Gravy Ladle Handle 153
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen gravy ladle, item 153 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930. Additional information: Material: Sterling silve Style: Art Deco...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Child/Fruit Knife 072
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a Georg Jensen child/fruit knife with sterling silver handle and stainless steel blade, item 072 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundor...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Old Danish Bouillon Spoon 053
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen bouillon spoon, item 053 in the Old Danish pattern, design #100 by Harald Nielsen from 1947. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styles:...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Old Danish Jam Spoon 163
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen jam spoon, item 163 in the Old Danish pattern, design #100 by Harald Nielsen from 1947. Additional information: ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Medium Teaspoon 032
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Georg Jensen sterling silver medium teaspoon, item #032 in the rare Bittersweet pattern, design #79 from 1940 by Gundorph Albertus. This is the sister pattern to Cactus, also desig...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Old Danish Luncheon/Salad Fork 022
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen luncheon/salad fork, item 022 in the Old Danish pattern, design #100 by Harald Nielsen from 1947. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver St...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Large Dinner Knife 003
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen large dinner knife, sterling silver handle and stainless steel blade, item #003 in the very rare Bittersweet pattern, design #79 from 1940 by Gundorph Albertus. This is ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Espresso Spoon 035
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen espresso/mocha spoon, item 035 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 from 1939 by Sigvard Bernadotte. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver S...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Rare Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Salt Cellar 102
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver salt Georg Jensen salt cellar with blue enamel, item 102 in the Parallel pattern, flatware design #25 by Oscar Gundlach-Pede...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Extra Large Cactus Sterling Silver Dinner Spoon 001
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen extra large dinner spoon, item #001 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930. This size is no...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Elsinore Sterling Silver Serving Spoon Large 111
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen large serving spoon, item #111 in the Elsinore pattern, design #59 by Harald Nielsen from 1937. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styl...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Bottle Opener Short Handle 271
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen bottle opener with sterling silver handle and stainless steel server, item 271 in the Parallel pattern, design #25 by Oscar Gun...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Large Cactus Sterling Silver Punch/Soup Ladle 151
Located in Hellerup, DK
A large sterling silver Georg Jensen punch ladle, item 151 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930. Additional information: Material: Sterling Silver Style:...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Dessert Spoon 021
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen dessert spoon, item 021 in the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1926. Additional informat...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ladby Sterling Silver Gravy Ladle 153
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen gravy ladle, item #153 in the Ladby/Nordic pattern, design #76 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1937. Additional information: Material: Sterling silve St...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Dinner Knife, Long Handle 014
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage Georg Jensen sterling silver dinner knife (stainless steel blade), item #014 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939. Additional information: ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mayan Small Teaspoon 033
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen small teaspoon, item 033 in the Mayan Pattern, design #56 by Johan Rohde from 1937. Additional information: Material: Ste...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Teaspoon Small 033B
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a sterling silver Georg Jensen small teaspoon, item 033B in the Parallel Pattern, Design #25 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1931. The Parallel pattern is almost unique amon...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ladby Seafood Cocktail/Oyster Fork 064
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen seafood cocktail/oyster fork, item #064 in the Ladby/Nordic pattern, design #76 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1937. Additional information: Material: ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Serving Spoon Small 115
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen serving spoon, item 115 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Style: A...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Stilton Cheese Scoop 224
Located in Hellerup, DK
Rare sterling silver Georg Jensen cheese scoop, item #224 in the Parallel pattern. The Parallel pattern, flatware design #25 was designed by Oscar Gundla...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Lobster Pick 065
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is an hard to find sterling silver Georg Jensen lobster pick, item 065 in the Parallel pattern, design #25 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 19...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Gravy Ladle 154
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen gravy ladle with sterling silver handle and stainless steel spoon, item 154 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1938. This type of gravy ladl...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Pyramid Sterling Silver Small Teaspoon 033
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen small teaspoon, item 033 in the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1927. Additional information: Materi...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Luncheon/Salad Knife, Long Handle 024
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a Georg Jensen sterling silver luncheon/salad knife (stainless steel blade), item 024 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939. Additional inform...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ladby Coffee Spoon 034
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen coffee spoon #034 in the Ladby/Nordic pattern, design #76 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1937. Additional inf...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Large Cactus Sterling Silver Cake Fork 044
Located in Hellerup, DK
Large size Georg Jensen sterling silver cake fork, item #044 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus in 1930. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styles...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Butter Spreader 046
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen butter spreader with silver blade, item 046 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Georg Jensen Pyramid Lemon Fork 146
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen lemon fork, item #146 in the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1926. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Style: Art Dec...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Jam Spoon 163
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen jam spoon, item #163 in the Parallel pattern, design #25 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1931. The Parall...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Dessert Spoon 021B
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a sterling silver Georg Jensen dessert spoon, item 021B in the Parallel Pattern. The Parallel pattern, flatware design #25 was desi...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Cake Fork 043
Located in Hellerup, DK
04A Georg Jensen sterling silver cake fork, item #043 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styles:...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Acadia Sterling Silver Teaspoon Large/Child Spoon, Item# 031
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen large teaspoon/child’s spoon, item 031 in the Acadia pattern, design #46 by Ib Just Andersen from 1934. Additional information: Material: Sterling silve...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Child/Fruit Knife 072
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a sterling silver Georg Jensen child/fruit knife, item 072 in the Parallel Pattern. The Parallel pattern, flatware design #25 was designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 193...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mayan Pastry Fork 043
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen pastry fork, item 043 in the Mayan Pattern, design #56 by Johan Rohde from 1937. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styles: Art Deco Hall...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Acadia Sterling Silver Medium Teaspoon 032
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen medium teaspoon, item 032 in the Acadia pattern, design #46 by Ib Just Andersen from 1934. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styles: Art...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Pyramid Sterling Silver Luncheon/Salad Fork 022
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen luncheon/salad fork, item 022 on the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1926. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styles...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Georg Jensen Pyramid Compote Spoon 161
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen compote spoon, item 161 in the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1926. Additional information: ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Meat Fork 143
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen meat fork, item #143 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939. Additional information:...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Scroll Iced Tea Spoon 078
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen iced tea spoon, item 078 in the Scroll pattern, design #22 by Johan Rohde from 1927. Additional information...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Dinner Fork 012B
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver Parallel dinner fork 012b,designed in 1931 by Oscar Gundlach-Petersen. The Parallel pattern, flatware design #25 was designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Coffee Spoon 034
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen coffee spoon, item 034 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 from 1939 by Sigvard Bernadotte. Additional inform...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Iced Tea Spoon 078
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Georg Jensen sterling silver iced tea spoon in the Cactus pattern, designed by Gundorph Albertus in 1930. Additional information: Material: St...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Grapefruit Spoon 075
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen grapefruit spoon, item #075 in the very rare Bittersweet pattern, design #79 from 1940 by Gundorph Albert...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Dinner Knife with Long Handle 014
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a sterling silver Georg Jensen dinner knife with long handle (stainless steel blade), item 014 in the Parallel Pattern, flatware design #25 designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pederse...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Dessert Spoon 021
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen dessert spoon, item #021 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 from 1939 by Sigvard Bernadotte. Additional i...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Compote Spoon 161
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen compote spoon with curved handle, item #161 in the Parallel pattern, design #25 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1931. The Parallel design has a...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Gravy Ladle 153
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen gravy ladle, item #153 in the Parallel pattern. The Parallel pattern, flatware design #25 was designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1931. The Parall...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Set of Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Jam, Items 163/164
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen jam set, items #163 & #164 in the Parallel pattern, design #25 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1931. The Parallel design has an exceptional dig...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Gravy Ladle with Steel 154
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen gravy ladle with sterling silver handle and stainless steel spoon, item 154 in the Parallel pattern, design #25 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1931. This type of gravy ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Dinner Knife with Long Handle Serrated
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a sterling silver Georg Jensen dinner knife with long handle (stainless steel blade, serrated), item 014 in the Parallel Pattern, flatware design #25 was designed by Oscar Gu...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Large Dinner Fork 002A
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Georg Jensen sterling silver Parallel extra large dinner fork 002a, designed in 1931 by Oscar Gundlach-Petersen. The Parallel pattern, flatware design #25 was designed by Oscar Gun...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Salad Spoon Medium 133
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver and stainless steel Georg Jensen salad spoon, set 133 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930. Additional inform...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Jam Spoon 163
Located in Hellerup, DK
Vintage silver Georg Jensen jam spoon, item #163 in the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1926. Additional information: Materi...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Old Danish Small Teaspoon 033
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen small teaspoon, item #033 in the Old Danish pattern, design #100 by Harald Nielsen from 1947. Additional information: M...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Luncheon/Salad Fork 022
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen luncheon/salad fork, item 022 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styles...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Old Danish Dessert Spoon 021
Located in Hellerup, DK
Vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen dessert spoon, item 021 in the Old Danish pattern, design #100 by Harald Nielsen from 1947. Additiona...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Salad Fork 041
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen salad fork, item #041 in the very rare Bittersweet pattern, design #79 from 1940 by Gundorph Albertus. This is the si...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco tableware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco tableware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage tableware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco tableware made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tableware, popular names associated with this style include Gundorph Albertus, Harald Nielsen, Sigvard Bernadotte, and Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for tableware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $49,995 while the average work can sell for $376.

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