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
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
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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Style: Art Deco
Gorham Silver Plate Wine Bottle Holder/Pourer
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a beautifully designed and practical wine holder and pourer made by Gorham, with an adjustable neck ring accommodating any bottle shape; Burgundy or Bordeaux. The two-part st...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
NYC Waldorf Astoria Hotel Fish Flatware Set Art Deco 8 Piece
By Oneida
Located in New York, NY
1990s silver plated steel eight piece used fish knife and fork set. Made by Oneida. This item is original to the NYC Waldorf Astoria Hotel Towe...
Category
1990s Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate, Steel
Sterling Silver Art Deco Salt Cellars
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer you this pair of Art Deco sterling silver salt cellars from the 1920s. Not only is it rare to find a pair of salt cellars but the Ruby red color and oval sh...
Category
1920s American Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Shelley Complete Tea Set for 4 +
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Set your table with this rare and complete teaset with bold Art Deco decoration, made by Shelley. The rare shape of the porcelain screams Art Deco, the colors and pattern complete th...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Paste, Porcelain
Champagne Bucket Round, 1920s 'Alpaca '
Located in Wien, AT
Champagne Bucket Round, 1920s 'Alpaca '
Only polished
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Alpaca
Art Deco Machine Age Chrome Coffee Service with Bakelite Handles by Chase
Located in New York, NY
Excellent example of Streamline Art Deco design, this coffee service was manufactured by Chase in the United States circa 1930. Composed of four pieces - a coffee maker with percolat...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Salt & Pepper Shakers Designed by Russel Wright for Chase Art Deco
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic pair of polished chome art Deco shakers designed by Russel Wright for Chase with screwoff on bottoms simple elegant and a rare set to find.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Chrome
Vintage BWKS Handarbeit Hand Hammered German Silver Plated Round Trinket Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage BWKS Handarbeit Hand Hammered German Silver Plated Round Footed Trinket Dish. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 2" H x 7.25" Diameter
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
Large French Silver Plated Tray by Lame & Lacroix
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large French silver plated tray by Lame & Lacroix
A large and heavy decorated Art Deco tray with a monogram MC to the centre. The tray h...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
French Art Deco Cutlery, SCOF by Andre Verdier
By France Design S. A.
Located in Delft, NL
French Art Deco Cutlery, SCOF by Andre Verdier
SCOF "Société de Coutellerie et d’Orfèvrerie Française"
44 pieces in Art Deco style
Eight large knifes
Eight large forks
Seven sma...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Set Decanter and 6 Glasses .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present very good condition, elegant and functional Art Deco set decanter and 6 glasses.
Highly recommended item will be perfect complementation of th...
Category
1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Glass
French Limoges Dinner Service by Ahrenfeldt
Located in Long Island City, NY
French Limoges 76 pieces dinner service by Ahrenfeldt for Joseph Soret.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
A Fine & Important Wine Carafe Bearing the Royal Cypher of George V, Circa 1925
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The conical shaped body rising to a tapering neck with broad vertical flutes beneath a flaring rim, the midsection featuring the etched Royal Cypher & Crown for King George V, (reign period 1910-1936), the underside decorated with star cut detail.
Most likely manufactured by Royal Brierley...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Glass
Rare Bread Box with cut glass Vienna Around, 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Rare Bread Box with cut glass Vienna Around, 1920s
Brass polished
Original cut glass
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Brass
Georg Jensen Bernadotte Danish Dinner Set for 12 with 123 Pieces
Located in New York, NY
Bernadotte sterling silver dinner service for 12. Made by Georg Jensen in Copenhagen. This set compromises 123 pcs (dimensions in inches):
Forks: 12 dinner forks (8 1/8), 12 salad...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Christofle Art Deco "Commodore" Sterling Silver Set of Four '26 Pieces'
By Christofle
Located in Sharon, CT
Offering 4 place settings of deco period Christofle "Commodore" silverware, including, 4 dinner forks, 4 dessert forks, 4 dinner knifes, 4 table spoons, 8 dessert spoons and 2 coffee...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Hand Hammered Art Deco Sterling Silver Tazza for Tessiers of London
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1934 by Parson Brothers for Tessiers, this fine quality, George V, Sterling Silver Tazza, is plain in style, featuring a hand hammered finish to the pedestal ...
Category
1930s English Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 12 French Silver Plate Knife Rests
Located in Hudson, NY
The French silver plate knife rests, shown here, are certain to add a formal element to your next dinner party—and perhaps stimulate interesting conversation. The set of twelve vintage knife rests...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Cutlery Set for 12 People, England, Early 20th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Mappin & Webb silver plate cutlery set for 12 people. England, early 20th century.
A total of 151 pieces:
12 large knifes, 12 large forks and 12...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
Elegant set of classical 1930's cutlery for 12, Made of wood and iron.
Located in Forest, BE
Élégant ensemble de couverts pour 12 personnes composé de couteaux et fourchettes anciens. Ils sont en acier et le manche est composé de bois incrusté de métal. Belle patine mais en ...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Steel
Modernist Tray by Maison Desny, circa 1930
Located in Paris, FR
In silvery and golden nickel-plated metal with mirror. Stamped "Desny Paris", "Made in France" and "Déposé".
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Metal
Just Andersen, Denmark, Vintage Polished Pewter 1940s Hot Toddy Cup #1289
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen, Denmark, vintage polished pewter 1940s hot toddy cup #1289
Simple and effective Danish design,
circa 1940s
Stamped and numbered 1289
Measu...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Pewter
Hand Cut Crystal Ellipses Napkin Holder
Located in Glendale, CA
The Ellipses modern crystal napkin holder is a luxurious, hand-cut crystal masterpiece, crafted from the finest materials, influenced by mid-century modern ideas and sculpted by han...
Category
2010s American Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Crystal
Signed Daum Nancy Citrine Glass Coupe, c1930
By Daum
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Signed Daum Nancy Citrine Glass Coupe, c1930
Additional Information:
Heading : Signed Daum Nancy Pale Yellow (Citrine) Glass Coupe
Period : Third Republic
Date : c1930
Origin : Nan...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Glass
Lemons Majolica Ceramic Dinnerware Dessert Serving Set for Six
Located in Barcelona, ES
A beautiful glazed ceramic hand painted serving set, France, 1930s-1940s
Set includes 6 dishes and a large serving tray with handles at both sides.
All hand painted with lemons and l...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Georg Jensen Acadia Sterling Silver Luncheon/Salad Fork, Item 022
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen luncheon/salad fork, item 022 in the Acadia pattern, design #46 by Ib Just Andersen from 1934.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles:...
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
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...
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
58 Piece Partial Cutlery Service
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A partial cutlery service of fifty-eight silver pieces of flatware. This classic silver service is specially made for eating fish. Each piece is stamped with a pair of hallmarks prov...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Art Deco 1930's Butterscotch Bakelite Rabbit Napkin Holders Set of 8
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Charming and whimsical, this set of eight Art Deco Butterscotch Bakelite napkin rings features bunnies in a playful array of warm hues—from deep ...
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Bakelite
Art Deco Modernist Condiment Set, France, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Very stylish Art Deco condiment set, dating to the 1930's and originating from France. Two bottles marked O and V to symbolise Oil and Vinegar are h...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Georg Jensen Pyramid. Dessert spoon in 830 silver. Dating: 1930.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Pyramid.
Dessert spoon in 830 silver.
Dating: 1930.
Hallmarked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: L 16.5 cm.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Silver-Plated milk jug and gravy boat by Gio Ponti for Calderoni, 1930s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
These rare Alpacca items were designed by Gio Ponti for Calderoni Argentieria in the 1930s. They remain in very good vintage condition: normal oxidation of silver metal which can be ...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Alpaca
Tetard Freres Shell & Bead 950 Silver Flatware Set Service French 128 pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Founded in 1880 by Edmond Tétard (1860-1901) following the purchase of the house of Mr. Hugo. In 1889, he participated in the World Expo and received a Gold Medal. The house specializes in services and Louis XV style pieces. In 1901, the house was taken over by his three sons, Henri, Jacques and Georges under the name Tétard Frères. From the 1920s, the house works after the models of Valery Bizouard (1875-1945) and Louis Tardy (1881-1978), creators of Avant Garde. Jean Tétard...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pierre Cardin New Old Stock Boxed Hors D’oeuvre Flatware - 12 Piece Set
Located in San Gabriel, CA
Pierre Cardin Fabulous Never Been Used Vintage Hors D’oeuvres/Cocktails/Tea Flatware Set
The photos speak for themselves with this amazingly pr...
Category
1970s French Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Metal
Bread Box Vienna Around, 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Bread Box Vienna Around, 1920s
Original condition
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Nickel
Georg Jensen, Pyramid dinner fork in 830 silver.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers.
Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase.
Georg Jensen Pyramid dinner fork in 830 silver.
...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Bakelite Novelty Cocktail Stick Set, French, c1930
Located in Devon, England
A novelty 1930s cocktail stick set originating from France. Features multi coloured Bakelite cocktail sticks with chromed metal prongs inside a cher...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 Pieces in Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Art Deco set of twelve chrome and Galalith knife or chopstick rests was crafted in France in the 1930s. They feature a modernist shape with a long chromed metal stick bar...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Mustard Pot 632
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen mustard pot with blue enamel and mustard spoon in the Pyramid pattern, design #632 by Harald Nielsen fr...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Vintage Silver Plate Candle Holder Candle Stick, Sweden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful silver plated pair of candle stick, vintage Sweden. Nice addition to every table. Some patina, but this is old-age.
Found at an Estate sale in Stockholm, Sweden.
Category
20th Century Swedish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Cafe Diable Spoons Abercrombie & Fitch England 1915 Silver Plated Set of Eight
Located in Glenford, NY
A beautiful and elegant set of 8 silver plated Cafe Diable Spoons by Abercrombie & Fitch of England in their original cream colored satin and tan velvet lined case, circa 1915. They ...
Category
1910s English Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Porcelain Lid Box Pagoda Form Rosenthal Selb Bavaria Schwalb Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Vintage multicolored porcelain lid box by Rosenthal Selb Bavaria Schwalb circa 1939 Germany.
A graceful hand painted Art Deco lid box ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Hand-Embroidered Linen Tablecloth, A Tunisian Heritage Masterpiece, 5' x 8'.
Located in LES BERGES DU LAC, TN
A tribute to the enchanting island of Djerba
The DJERBA tablecloth is a celebration of the timeless beauty of this legendary island, known for its breathtaking landscapes, refined c...
Category
2010s Tunisian Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Linen
Art Deco Bread Basket alpaca around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Bread Basket alpaca around 1920s
Only polished
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Alpaca
Art deco Silvered Fish Knife and Fork Serving Set vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Only Polished
Fish Knife: H: 2cm W:5cm D: 30cm
Fork: H: 2cm W: 5cm D: 26cm
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Metal
Cohr Old Danish Silver Cutlery for 6 Person a Total of 18 Pieces
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Cohr Old Danish silver cutlery for six person. A total of 18 pieces.
The set consists of six spoons, six forks, six knives.
Stamped 830S and Co...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
La Rochelle by Tetard Freres Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service French 62 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb La Rochelle by Tetard Freres French sterling silver flatware set, 62 pieces. This set includes:
12 Dinner Knives, 9 3/4"
12 Large Dinner Forks, 8 1/4"
12 Salad Forks, 3-tine, 6 3/8"
12 Teaspoons, 5 5/8"
12 Place Soup/Dessert Spoons, 6 7/8"
1 Serving Spoon, 8"
1 Buffet Fork...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Elegant and Refined Art Deco Nickel Silver Napkin Holder, 1920s-1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant and Refined Art Deco Nickel Silver Napkin Holder, 1920s-1930s
The refined character of this piece, reflected in material choice and form,...
Category
1920s European Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Nickel
Tetard Freres Perles Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service French 72 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Founded in 1880 by Edmond Tétard (1860-1901) following the purchase of the house of Mr. Hugo. In 1889, he participated in the World Expo and received a Gold Medal. The house speciali...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Plate Vienna circa 1920s Marked by Argentor
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco plate Vienna circa 1920s marked by Argentor
Polished and stove enamelled.
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Brass
Vintage Art Deco Brass & Copper Coffee Urns Bakelite Handles Set of 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage art deco brass & copper coffee urns with Bakelite handles set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and n...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Brass, Copper, Chrome
Danish Silversmith, Old Danish Fork in Silver, 1920s-1930s, 4 Pieces
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish silversmith. Old Danish fork in silver. 1920s-1930s.
In very good condition.
Stamped.
Measures: 18 cm.
4 pieces in stock.
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
1943 René Lalique - Plate Dish Cote d'Or Glass With Sepia Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Plate Dish "Cote d'Or" made in glass with sepia patina created by René Lalique in 1943.
"R.LALIQUE FRANCE" stamped signature.
Perfect condition. Superb patina.
Diameter: 4...
Category
1940s European Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Art Glass
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...
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cohr 'Denmark' Silver Teaspoon, 1920 / 30s, 19 Teaspoons Aavailable
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Cohr (Denmark) teaspoon, double rifle cutlery of three-tower silver.
1920 / 30s.
19 teaspoons are available.
Measures: 12 cm.
Stamped: CMC (Carl M. Cohr).
In very good condition.
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Trinket in Bronze by Léon Hatot, ATO 1920s
By Léon Hatot
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Beautiful lidded jar in solid bronze with pure and simple Art Deco lines and organically shaped lid. Manufactured and designed by Leon Hatot, ATO in France during the 1930s. It is st...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Bronze
Georg Jensen Acadia Sterling Silver Fish Fork 061
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen fish fork, item 061 in the Acadia pattern, design #46 by Ib Just Andersen from 1934.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Dec...
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
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.