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
Hans Hansen Silverware No. 7. Two Art Deco Cold Meat Forks in Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen silverware no. 7. Two Art Deco cold meat forks in silver 830.
Dated 1936.
Length: 15 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Our skilled Georg Jensen silversmith/golds...
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
$140 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Hans Hansen Silverware No. 7. Eight Art Deco Silver 830 Teaspoons, 1930s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen silverware no. 7. Eight Art Deco silver, 830 teaspoons. 1930s.
Measure: Length: 11.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Our skilled Georg Jensen silversmith/goldsmi...
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
$252 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Durousseau & Raynaud Hallmarked Art Deco Silver Plated Service Set, France
Located in Brussels, BE
Durousseau & Raynaud Hallmarked Art Deco silver plated service - France
5 elements
Dimensions of the plater : H 4 W 67 D 38 cm
Dimensions of t...
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1910s Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
Evald Nielsen Number 14 Lunch Fork in Hammered Silver, 3 Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen number 14 lunch fork in hammered silver, 1920s.
3 forks available.
Measure: Length: 17.7 cm.
Stamped.
In excellent condition.
Our skilled Georg Jensen silversmith ...
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1920s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
$84 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Evald Nielsen Number 14 Lunch Fork in Hammered Silver, 1920s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen number 14 lunch fork in hammered silver, 1920s.
13 forks are available.
Measures: Length 17.7 cm.
Stamped.
In excellent condition.
Our skilled Georg Jensen silvers...
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1920s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
$98 Sale Price / item
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Evald Nielsen, Number 13, Twelve Large Teaspoons in Hammered Silver, 1920s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen number 13. Twelve large teaspoons in hammered silver, 1920s.
Measures: Length 14 cm.
Stamped.
In excellent condition.
Our skilled Georg Jensen silversmith / jeweler...
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1920s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
$770 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Evald Nielsen Number 13 Serving Spade in Hammered All Silver 830, Dated 1922
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen number 13 serving spade in hammered all silver 830. Dated 1922.
Length: 16.5 cm.
Stamped.
In excellent condition.
Our skilled Georg Jensen silversmith / jeweler can...
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1920s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
$252 Sale Price
30% Off
Danish Silversmith, Cake Knife in Silver, 1951
Located in København, Copenhagen
Danish silversmith. Cake knife in silver, 1951.
In very good condition.
Stamped and dated: VV and three towers.
Measures: 26.5 cm.
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1950s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Evald Nielsen No. 29, Sauce Spoon in Full Silver, 1930s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen no. 29. Sauce spoon in full silver, 1930s.
Measures: 19.5 cm.
Stamped.
In very good condition.
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Hans Hansen Silverware Number 2, 13 Dessert Spoons in All Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen silverware number 2. 13 dessert spoons in all silver.
Measures: 18.5 cm.
Perfect condition.
Stamped.
13 pcs in stock
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Four Dinner Knife, Danish Silver, Guardein, Jens Sigsgaard
Located in København, Copenhagen
Four dinner knife, Danish silver (0,830).
Guardein: Jens Sigsgaard.
Measures: 21 cm.
In very good condition.
Stamped.
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
I. Eleonora Møller, Copenhagen Complete 12 Persons Fish Service
Located in København, Copenhagen
I. Eleonora Møller, Copenhagen (1915-1973)
Complete 12 persons fish service, 1940s. Silver (83%).
Stamped.
Measures: knife 20.5 cm.
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1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Evald Nielsen Number 6, Teaspoon in Silver. 7 Spoons in Stock. Denmark 1920/30s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Evald Nielsen number 6, teaspoon in silver.
Seven spoons in stock.
Denmark 1920s-1930s.
Measures 11 cm.
Stamped.
In perfect condition.
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1920s Danish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Gefle, "Gyllen", Sweden, 1940s, Art Deco Flower-Stand
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gefle, "Gyllen", Sweden, 1940s. Art Deco flower-stand.
Measures: 25 x 20 cm.
In perfect condition.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Tableware
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
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Sauce Ladle 153
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen gravy ladle, item 153 in the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1926.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
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Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Gravy Ladle 153
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen gravy ladle, item 153 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1938.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Cold Cuts Fork 144
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen cold cuts fork, item 144 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939.
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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.
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Material: Sterling silver
Style: Art Dec...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Canapé Server Small 351
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen small canapé server, item #351 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
Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Sauce Ladle With Curved Handle 155
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen sauce ladle with curved handle, item 155 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930.
Addit...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Gravy Ladle With Curved Handle 153
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen gravy ladle with curved handle, item 153 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
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.
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Material: Sterling silve
Style: Art Deco...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
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.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
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Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Large Cold Cuts Fork 144b
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen large cold cuts fork, item 144b in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
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Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Fish Knife 062
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen fish knife, item 062 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #30 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Child Knife with Silver Blade 045
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen child’s knife with silver blade, item 045 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930.
Additional...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Butter Spreader 046
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen butter spreader, item 046 in the very rare Bittersweet pattern, design #79 from 1940 by Gundorph Albertus. T...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
New Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Fish Fork 061
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen fish fork, item 061 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930.
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Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Deco...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
New Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Fish Knife 062
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen fish knife, item 062 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #30 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939.
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Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Ar...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
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.
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Material: Sterling silver
Styles...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Georg Jensen Pyramid Salad Fork 041
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen salad fork, item 041 on the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1926. This is one of the harder to find ...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acadia Sterling Silver Coffee Spoon 034
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen coffee spoon, item #034 in the Acadia pattern, design #46 by Ib Just Andersen from 1934.
Additional informat...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
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
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Coffee Spoon 034
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen coffee spoon, item 034 in the Pyramid pattern, design #15 by Harald Nielsen from 1927.
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Dinner Knife 013
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen dinner knife with short handle, sterling silver handle and stainless steel blade, item #013 in the very rare Bittersweet pattern, design #79 from 1940 by Gundorph Albert...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acadia Sterling Silver Large Dinner Knife 003
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen extra large dinner knife, item 003 in the Acadia pattern, sterling silver handle and stainless steel blade, design #46 by Ib Just Ander...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
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
Materials
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
Materials
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
Materials
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
Materials
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
Materials
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
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Mustard Spoon with Steel 106
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen mustard spoon with sterling silver handle and stainless steel spoon, item 106 in the Parallel pattern, design #25 by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen from 1931.
Additional infor...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
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Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Scroll Grapefruit Spoon Triangular 075
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen triangular grapefruit spoon, item 075 in the Scroll pattern, design #22 by Johan Rohde from 1927.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
St...
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
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
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Grapefruit Spoon Slender 074
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen oval grapefruit spoon, item #074 in the very rare Cactus pattern, design #30 from 1930 by Gundorph Albertus.
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20th Century 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
Materials
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 Bernadotte Sterling Silver Salt Cellar Green Enamel 102
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver salt cellar with green enamel, item #102 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard Bernadotte from 1939.
Additional information:
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20th Century Art Deco Tableware
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Sterling Silver
Heavy Art Deco Period Pair of Sterling Silver Gravy Boats, London 1932 / 1933
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1932/33 by Richard Comyns, this very handsome pair of Sterling Silver Pair Sauce Boats, are an Art Deco representation of an early George I style.
Each sa...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Tableware
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Sterling Silver
Heavy Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Sugar Caster, Sheffield 1927
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1927 by Atkin Brothers, this handsome, Sterling Silver Sugar Caster, is a good reproduction of a George III design. The sugar caster measures 8"(20.5cm) ta...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Tableware
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Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Light Blue Bottle, Italy, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco sterling silver light blue bottle, Italy, 1940s.
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Set of Ten Amber Venetian Glass Bowls or Cups
Located in Stockton, NJ
A set of ten amber Venetian glass bowls or cups. Matching set of plates also available.
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Glass
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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