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.
French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Elevate your interior with this authentic French Art Deco alabaster pendant chandelier, crafted in France in the 1920s. A timeless and elegant statement piece, this antique ceiling l...
Alabaster, Bronze
Vintage Alabaster Pendant Lamp, Art Deco Style, French Design, 1930s
Located in Hannover, DE
This lovely pedestal lamp is made of precious alabaster, and it's a one-of-a-kind piece. This lamp is perfect for high rooms, but if you're worried about it being too long, don't be!...
Alabaster, Brass, Copper
French Clichy Green Glass Pendant Lamp, Brass Holder, Mid-20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” green coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.85 kg / 1.9 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...
Brass
Extra Large 30-Inch Alabaster Flush Mount or Pendant, Six-Light, Moon-Like Shade
Located in Lisse, NL
An exceptionally large alabaster flush mount or pendant light, featuring a 30-inch diameter shade of rare visual calm. What immediately distinguishes this piece is the untreated, no...
Alabaster, Metal, Wire, Brass
Barovier & Toso chandelier verre murano opaline Art Deco , Italy 1940
Located in La xara, VC
Typical 1940s characteristics • Blown Murano glass, often colorless or slightly tinted, sometimes milky opaline, with high clarity and controlled (not random) bubbles. vinterior +1 •...
Metal, Bronze
Green Marbled Opaline & Burnished Brass Pendant with Tassel, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s. The light features a domed marbled glass shade in a pale green tone, animated by subtle veining that giv...
Brass
Antique 12" Holophane Reflector-Refractor Prismatic Glass Pendant Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A remarkable run of 12-inch Holophane ‘Reflector–Refractor’ pendant lights, made in England c.1920. Recovered from Quarr Abbey on the Isle of Wight, each pendant has survived in exc...
Brass
Adolf Loos Pendant Lamp for VeArt Opal Glass Gold Brass Art Deco, circa 1970
By Adolf Loos, VeArt
Located in Vienna, AT
Adolf Loos pendant lamp for VeArt, produced circa 1970 Rare Re-edition of the original design by Adolf Loos from circa 1910. Large 16" Elegant hand blown glass globe worked into a s...
Metal
Art Deco Marbled Opaline & Brass Semi Flush Mount, Sweden 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco fixture was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1930s. The light features an opaline marbled glass shade in yellow / sand / honey colored tones with brown vei...
Brass
Vintage Bohemian Coloured Glass Bunch of Grapes Light Fitting. C.1930
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous Bohemian glass light fitting Amazing colours Original brass bulb holder, chain and ceiling rose Good condition / One of the leaves has a minor chip, shown in last image ...
Glass
Large Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Glass Shade, Brass Canopy, Germany, 1940s - 1950s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large Art Deco rod pendant light with a decorated beige glass shade from the 1940s - 1950s. The glass shade is in good condition, although the radial gold stripes are partially worn ...
Metal
Beehive Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass Ball Pendant, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant Art Deco pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s during the Bauhaus period. The light features a ribbed marbled opaline glass shade in warm honey...
Brass
Antique Holophane Reflector-Refractor Prismatic Glass Pendant Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A trio of glass reflector pendant lights made in England by Holophane. c.1920. These are early examples of what would later evolve into the iconic Reflector‑Refractor pendant. Each ...
Brass
Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass Tassel Ball Pendants, Germany 1930s, Set of 2
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
German Art Deco Opaline Pendants, 1930s, Bauhaus era The lights feature elegant German Art Deco design with a patinated brass rod and canopy, complemented by a decorative moss green...
Brass
Large Timeless & Colorful Antique Alabaster Pendant Light / Flush Mount 19.8 Ø
Located in Lisse, NL
Great looking and timeless design alabaster chandelier. Thanks to its large size, its structurally sound condition and its truly timeless design this handcarved alabaster chandelier...
Alabaster, Brass, Wire, Bronze
Swedish Grace Glass Pendant Light by Asea, 1940s, Sweden
By ASEA
Located in Værløse, DK
Swedish Grace White Opaline Glass Pendant Light made by Asea circa 1940. * White opaline glass pendant with horizontal stribes and brass top for ceiling mounting. * Manufacturer: ...
Brass
1920s Art Deco Bronze Chandelier with Large Alabaster Shades and Sculptural Arms
Located in Lisse, NL
A bold and elegant 1920s Art Deco chandelier that combines sculptural bronze with luminous alabaster. Crafted in richly patinated bronze, this chandelier features flowing, organical...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Stunning French Alabaster pendant lamp 1920s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Stunning Alabaster ceiling lamp . Love the shape of this piece . so classic . Great light effect when lid . All original with Rope hanging strings . 1 large E27 bulb needed. The ...
Alabaster
Art Deco Streamline Ceiling Ventilator, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Streamline Ceiling Ventilator, 1940s, Germany Measurements: Diameter: 75 cm Height: 55 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us for your any type of questions.
Metal
Marius SABINO Large French Art Deco chandelier with 3 rows of palmettes, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Monumental French Art Deco Glass Chandelier by Marius-Ernest Sabino, Paris, 1920-1930. Exceptional and fully authentic French Art Deco glass chandelier by Marius-Ernest Sabino (Pari...
Chrome
French Art Deco Black Veined Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light, ca. 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large-Scale French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant with Dramatic Black Veining and Bronze Details A striking French Art Deco pendant light featuring a generously sized alabaster bowl wit...
Alabaster, Bronze
French Art Deco Cream Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light, ca. 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Compact French Art Deco alabaster pendant with warm cream tones and patinated brass details. A refined and compact French Art Deco pendant light, distinguished by its softly glowing...
Alabaster, Brass
XXL Art Deco Eight-Light Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier, circa 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large-scale French Art Deco alabaster chandelier with sculptural bronze detailing and warm, architectural light diffusion. An impressive XXL French Art Deco chandelier dating from t...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Pair of Art Deco Italian Opaline Glass and Brass Pendants, 1950-1959
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of Italian hand blown opaline globe pendants, burnished brass mounts, chain and canopy, 1950-1959. European wiring with a single brass and porcelain Edison E-27 light socket ...
Brass
French Art Deco White and Black Veined Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Sculptural French Art Deco chandelier featuring veined alabaster panels and refined bronze detailing. A striking French Art Deco chandelier distinguished by its sculptural, faceted ...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
French Art Deco Pink and Gray Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Rare pink-toned French Art Deco alabaster pendant with sculptural bowl form and elegant bronze detailing. A rare and refined French Art Deco pendant light, distinguished by its soft...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Large Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Glass Shade, Brass Canopy, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large Art Deco rod pendant lamp with a decorated, UFO-shaped glass shade from the 1930s. The glass shade is in very good condition, as are the radial stripes. The glass holder was re...
Metal
French Art Deco Pendant Light, Molded Amber Glass & Brass, Circa 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Art Deco pendant light featuring molded amber glass and brass details, circa 1930s. This refined French Art Deco pendant light, dating to the 1930s, features a beauti...
Brass
Marvelous & Large Bronze Art Deco Chandelier / Pendant w. Five Alabaster Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking and exclusive 1920s bronze and alabaster light fixture for the perfect atmosphere. If you are looking for a remarkable light fixture to grace your living space then this an...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Art Deco Pendant Light with Pink Glass Shade, Brass, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Art Deco pendant light with rod suspension and marbled, spherical glass shade. The pink glass shade is made of thick glass and is in very good condition. The lamp dates from the firs...
Metal, Brass
Marcel VASSEUR Large Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large French Art Deco Pendant with Exceptionally Thick Alabaster Shade by Marcel Vasseur, Paris, ca. 1920. Impressive and rare French Art Deco pendant light featuring an exceptional...
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
French Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Light with Dark Veining, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Art Deco pendant light featuring richly veined alabaster and refined metal detailing. This elegant French Art Deco pendant light dates to the circa 1920s and features...
Alabaster, Brass
Large 14" Antique Art Deco Church Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A characterful pair of opaline glass pendant lights with brass galleries, c.1920. Each pendant features a blown opaline glass shade in an ovaloid form, a style commonly found in c...
Brass
Josef Frank Silk Pendant Lamp for Svenskt Tenn, Brass & Silk, Sweden
Located in Portland, OR
An early example of model 2560 Josef Frank pendant for Svenskt Tenn. Sweden 1940s. Executed in solid nicely patinated brass and with newer silk shade, made in Austria. Original mount...
Brass
Elegant Swedish Modern Pendant Ceiling Lamp in Silk and Brass, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This charming 1940s ceiling lamp features a beautifully scalloped shade crafted from alternating panels of pleated cream silk and pale green painted sections adorned with delicate ha...
Brass
French “Clichy” Pink Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” pink coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.95 kg / 2.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standar...
Brass
Adolf Loos Pair Pendant Lamps for VeArt Opal Glass Gold, circa 1960
By Adolf Loos, VeArt
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of Adolf Loos pendant lamps for VeArt opal glass gold, circa 1960. Sold as a pair. Rare Reedition of the original design by Adolf Loos for VeArt, Italy. Priced per pair. Measur...
Metal
French Art Deco Chandelier Gilt Bronze original Glass Starburst Sunburst, 1935
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Art Deco star-shaped chandelier in engraved bronze with original gilding, France, 1930s-1940s. Seven lights. This recessed fixture features a 100% original central glass ...
Bronze
French Art Deco Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light with Segmented Shade, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Art Deco pendant light with radial segmented shade in flower form, crafted from veined alabaster and brass, 1920s. An elegant French Art Deco pendant light, sculpted ...
Alabaster, Brass
French Art Deco “Clichy” Blue Gold Striped Reeded Glass Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Art Deco “Clichy” blue coloured, gold striped, glass pendant lamp 1920s Brass glass holder Weight : 0.90 kg / 2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suita...
Brass
Antique Caged Copper Holophane Flush Mounted Bulkhead Light. c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A copper flush mounted Holophane wall/ceiling light. c.1920. Prismatic glass bowl, stamped inside Holophane, set in its original caged copper flush fitting for either wall or ceilin...
Copper
Large White Alabaster Pendant Chandelier with Black Veining, Sweden, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Sculptural Scandinavian alabaster pendant chandelier with dramatic black veining and luminous ice-like translucency. A striking, large-scale Scandinavian alabaster chandelier, celeb...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Patinated Iron, Glass & Parchment Ceiling Light by Bjerkås Armatur, Sweden 1940s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This awesome nautical inspired fixture was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1940s. The light features a wide circular frosted glass shade framed by ornate wrought iron ele...
Iron
Muller Frères Art Deco Pendant Light
Located in NANTES, FR
Muller Frères Art Deco pendant light, circa 1930. Slightly tinted pressed molded glass with a geometric design. Signed Muller Frères. Wired, E14 socket. 7 lights, small screw-in bul...
Glass
Art Deco Chandelier, Brass and Milk Glass, Vintage Lighting, 1980s
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautiful, exclusive ceiling light was manufactured in Germany by the renowned manufacturer Hustad Leuchten. We really wanted to make sure that the workmanship was top-notch and...
Brass
Perfect Art Deco and 13.7" in Ø, Multi Layered Alabaster Ceiling Light / Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and very stylish, good condition and warm color alabaster 1-light pendant of great quality and design. This rare Art Deco fixture from the heydays of the European Art Deco era ...
Alabaster, Metal, Wire
Small and Timeless Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant fixture with Chains & Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Small and truly timeless Art Deco dome chandelier that will never fail to impress. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialties, finding a good-condition (only a natur...
Alabaster, Metal
French Art Deco Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light, circa 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Art Deco pendant light in warm amber-toned alabaster with bronze mounts, circa 1920s. A refined French Art Deco pendant light, crafted from richly veined alabaster in warm am...
Alabaster, Bronze
Extra Large Six-Light Art Deco Alabaster Pendant with Dark Veining, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Monumental Art Deco alabaster pendant featuring dramatic veining and substantial bronze suspension. This impressive and monumental Art Deco pendant light dates to the circa 1920s an...
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze
Pair of Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Brass Pendants, 1940s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of hand blown opaline glass ball pendant with brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy, 1940s. One porcelain Edison E-27 light socket for a large sized screw bulb up to 100W. Both...
Brass
French Art Deco Green “Clichy” Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” green coloured glass pendant lamp Nickel plated glass holder Weight : 0.95 kg / 2.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internationa...
Nickel
Art Deco Opaline Lights By Edison Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Art Deco Opaline Lights By Edison Circa 1930s - Stepped opaline glass - Nickel tops and stems - Takes E27 fitting bulbs - Made by Edison - American ~ 1930s - 40cm wide x 100cm tall ...
Opaline Glass
Mid-Century Modern, Five-Light Ceiling Lamp, Opaline Glass Shades, Itsu, Finland
By Itsu, Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Odense, DK
This beautiful vintage chandelier lamp was made by Itsu, a notable Finnish lighting manufacturer active in the mid-20th century whose work blends functionalist clarity with refined m...
Metal, Brass
1930s Czech Art Deco Blue Opaline Glass and Chrome Four-Light Chandelier
Located in Praha, CZ
Original Art Deco chandelier manufactured in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s. The fixture features four spherical opaline glass shades in a rare pastel blue color paired with polishe...
Metal, Chrome
Art Deco Style Bronze Finish Chandelier Pendant Light 27" x 13.5"
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Deco Style Bronze Finish Chandelier Pendant Light, American, circa 1980s.
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Böhlmarks Patinated Brass And Glass Chandelier, 1930s
By Bohlmarks, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare model 6353 chandelier designed by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks from the 1930s. Very dark patinated brass with four cream colored glass shades. Very nice original condition with s...
Brass
French Clichy Pink Glass Pendant Lamp, Brass Holder, Art Deco
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” yellow glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.75 kg / 1.7 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for ...
Brass
French Art Deco Chandelier Signed "Muller Freres..." 7 bulbs, French Palace 1930
By Muller Fres Lunneville, Muller Fres Luneville
Located in La xara, VC
PROVENANCE : Palais de Soye France Buying a Muller Frères chandelier with 7 bulbs is an exceptional choice for collectors and enthusiasts of historical decorative arts, especially...
Metal, Iron
Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light w Rose Carved Edge and Brass Chains, 17.8Ø"
Located in Lisse, NL
* Kindly note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase...
Alabaster, Brass, Wire
Pair Scandinavian Art Deco Theater Pendants Brass Hand-blown Opaline, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of wonderful and rare ball pendants from the transition period from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, Scandinavia, 1920-1930. Hand-blown opaline glas sphere globes with beautifuly elab...
Brass, Chrome