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.
Art Deco Opaline Glass & Nickel Ball Flush Mount with Tassel, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco flush mount was designed any manufactured in Germany in the 1920s to 1930s. The light features a spherical marbled glass shade in cream/sand and yellow tones, animated...
Nickel
French Art Deco Five-Light Sunburst Chandelier in Bronze with Glass Globes
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural Art Deco Five-Light Sunburst Chandelier with Glass Globes, Engraved Bronze and Frosted Glass. France, 1930s-1940s. This stunning chandelier features a leafed structure in ...
Metal, Bronze
1940s Large Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, Gilbert Poillerat Style
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Gilt Iron Sunburst Ceiling Light, Wrought iron, Gold Leaf France, 1940s. This monumental sunburst ceiling llight was entirely made in hand-forged iron and finished in go...
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Large Mazzega Murano Glass Palm Leaf Ceiling Light, Art Deco Style, Italy 1960s
By Mazzega
Located in Benalmadena, ES
This flush mount ceiling light was made by Mazzega in Murano, Italy, during the 1960s, taking the form of a stylized palm tree with six large, curved fronds. Each frond is hand-blown...
Brass
French Art Deco Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Bronze and Milk Glass Globes
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding Art Deco Sunburst Ceiling Lamp with Eight Milk Glass Globes, Engraved Bronze and Faceted Glass. France, 1930s-1940s. Large size. This stunning flush mount features a sunb...
Bronze, Metal, Brass
Stunning Antique, Four Layers Art Deco Design Alabaster Pendant Light circa 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Great design and top quality made Art Deco 3-light alabaster pendant, ceiling light. This early 1900s, layered alabaster pendant is pure Art Deco in design and the shape and colors make this one of the special alabaster lights we had the pleasure of offering. Both with the light switched on and off this multi tone amber pendant light...
Alabaster, Brass
Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Brass and White Gray Glass, France, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920 French Art Deco, white / grey painted glass pendant lamp with marble effect. Weight: 1.80 kg / 4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internatio...
Brass
1920s White Opaline Art Deco Flush Mount Light Fixture, Metal Holder
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s White opaline Art Deco Flush Mount Metal glass holder with white porcelain bulb holder Diameter glass holder 14 cm / 5.5 inches Weight: 1.20 kg / 2.6 lb Priced per individua...
Brass, Iron
British Opaline Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
British opaline glass flush mount. Metal bulb holder with brass glass holder. White opaline glass Brass ceiling plate / wall plate : diameter 10 cm / 3.94 inches Weight: 0.90 kg / ...
Brass
Large Italian Murano Glass Leaf Flush-Mount Ceiling Light
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This large and elegant Italian ceiling light features Murano glass leaves arranged in a lush floral design. Each clear glass element features a fine texture with delicate veining, cr...
Metal, Brass
Art Deco ceiling lamp with glass sticks vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco ceiling lamp with glass sticks vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
Brass
White Opaline Glass Vintage Brass Scones Ceiling Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
White opaline Art Deco Flush Mount / Sconce Brass glass holder with bulb holder Weight: 0.80 kg / 1.8 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internatio...
Brass
Impressive Hand Crafted White & Black Alabaster Pendant Light / Flush Mount
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique 3-light chandelier with a perfect size and beautifully carved alabaster shade. Thanks to its large size, its deep bowl shape and its classical design this great alabaster ch...
Alabaster, Bronze, Brass
Art Deco Brass Frosted Cut Glass Ceiling Lamps Flush Mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Art deco ceiling lamp. Brass and frosted cut glass. Diameter base 140 mm / 5.51” Weight: 0.70 kg / 1.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internat...
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, Bronze, Wire
One of... German Vintage Blown Bubble Glass Sconce Wall Light, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... blown bubble glass, metal and brass sconce. Germany, 1960s.
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Flush Mount, Marbled Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass, Germany 1920s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant Art Deco flush mount was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1920s to 1930s during the Bauhaus period. It features a soft pale green colored opaline glass lamp...
Brass
5x small art deco ceiling lamps with cut glass shades vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
5x small art deco ceiling lamps with cut glass shades vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Beautiful decorations on the brass Original cut glass shades
Brass
MARVELOUS Bronze Art Deco Chandelier / Pendant with SIX LARGE 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 ceiling lamp with original glass attr. Otto prutscher around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco ceiling lamp with original glass attr. Otto prutscher around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Original frosted glass shade
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Brass and Pink Glass, France, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920 French Art Deco, pink glass pendant lamp Hand painted marble effect Weight: 1.30 kg / 2.9 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international sta...
Brass
Vintage Antique Art Deco Church White Opaline Glass Flush Ceiling Light, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A flush mounted opaline glass light shade made in England by GEC. c.1920 Hand‑blown opaline shades resembling a mushroom that look superb when illuminated. Complete with their origi...
Brass
Geometric Art Deco Revival Flush Mount, Frosted Glass by Wilhelm Vest Austria
Located in Hannover, DE
I am delighted to present this exclusive wall or ceiling lamp, designed and produced by Austrian designer and lamp maker Wilhelm Vest. Mr. Vest is known for his geometric and simple ...
Gold Plate, Metal
Art Deco nickel-plated ceiling lamp with glass sticks vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco nickel-plated ceiling lamp with glass sticks vienna around 1920s The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
Brass, Nickel
Antique Verdigris Copper Holophane Flush Mounted French Metro Bulkhead Light
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A pair of incredibly rare French Metro bulkhead lights, made by Holophane. c.1920. Originally used to illuminate the tunnels and walkways of the French M...
Copper
French Pure Art Deco Glass Pendant Light / Chandelier, Daum Pierre D'Avesn 1930s
By Pierre D'Avesn, Daum
Located in Lisse, NL
Another top quality made, antique French Art Deco pendant light with the wow factor. This Art Deco chandelier by Pierre D'Avesn was all hand-crafted at Daum's (Croismare, Nancy) stu...
Brass
French Art Deco Starburst Sunburst Flush Mount in Bronze and Milk Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding Starburst Sunburst Ceiling Light, Bronze, Milk Glass An exceptional Art Deco starburst shaped engraved and molded bronze ceiling lamp, France, 1930s-1940s. Large size. Th...
Bronze
Art Deco Flush Mount, Marbled Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass, Germany 1920s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant Art Deco flush mount was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1920s to 1930s during the Bauhaus period. The light features a marbled glass shade in warm amber t...
Metal
Extra Large Sunburst Chandelier Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, Spain 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind extra large (31,5 inches ) gilt sunburst light fixture in wrought iron. Spain, 1940s. This monumental triple layered ceiling flush mount was entirely made in hand-forge...
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Reproduction of a nickel - plated art deco ceiling lamp with glass sticks
Located in Wien, Au
Ceiling lamp in the style of Art deco This is a reproduction. ( New ) We have also the same in brass would be a little bit cheaper. Glass rods can be as shown or they can be straight...
Nickel
Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Brass and Yellow Glass, France, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920 French Art Deco, yellow glass pendant lamp with marble effect. Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standard...
Brass
Large Murano Glass Flush Mount Flower Shaped Chandelier, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Large Murano glass flush mount flower shaped chandelier, In stock A beautifully sculptural ceiling fixture, this large Murano glass flush mount cha...
Glass
French Art Deco Clear Ribbed Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Art deco ceiling lamp. Clear glass. Diameter foot 125 mm / 4.92” 1x E14 Weight: 0.80 kg / 1.8 lb E14 bulb holder. Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by...
Nickel
Small art deco ceramic ceiling lamp around 1920
Located in Wien, Au
Small art deco ceramic ceiling lamp around 1920 Original condition The bulb is not included it is only for the photoshooting.
Ceramic
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp Large White Metal, France 1940
Located in Vienna, AT
Large 23" flush mount from enameled aluminum, France circa 1935-1940 Elegant spun aluminum light with 2 bulbs and passive soft lighting. It's in...
Aluminum, Metal
Art Deco Frosted Glass & Burnished Brass Flush Mounts, Austria 1920s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These elegant flush mounts were designed and manufactured in Austria in the 1920s to 1930s. The lights feature a matching pair of Art Deco ceiling fixtures with faceted frosted glas...
Brass
Enormous 36 Ø Flush Mount / Pendant with Stunning Full Moon-Like Alabaster Shade
Located in Lisse, NL
One of the largest, most stylish and truly lunar-like alabaster lights. This superb condition and timeless design alabaster grand chandelier is another one of our recent great finds...
Alabaster, Metal, Iron
French Art Deco Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1930 French Art Deco four-light golden brass fixture with crystal bobeches, Rewired. The golden brass is best shown in the last picture. Th...
Brass
One of... German Vintage Blown Glass Flush Mounts Ceiling or Wall Lights 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... minimalist blown glass and lacquered metal flush mount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: One x E27 (US E26).
Blown Glass
Jean Perzel Art Deco Brass and Glass Flush Mounts Lamps, France
Located in Vienna, AT
Two large French Art Deco brass and glass flush mounts lamps by Jean Perzel- priced per piece Beautiful pair of large 23 inch ceiling lamps by Jean Perzel, France (marked on the ins...
Brass
French Large Bronze Crystal Six-Light Flush Mounted Chandelier, France, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Impressive large faceted crystal six-light flush mount, France, 1950s. Chains of faceted crystal prismas in several sizes conneting to a solid gilt bronze frame forming a dome ending at the bottom with a large crystal ball...
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Ametista Swirl, 21st Century
Located in Villaverla, IT
Customizable Flushmount in Blown Murano Glass Amethyst color Contemporary, Italy. This is a Murano masterpiece constituted of a mail bowl with twisted carved lines, accommodated in a...
Gold Plate
Joe 640 Classic Linen, Brass, 20th Century Modern Ceiling Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This classic, tailored, double ceiling lamp, is inspired by old Hollywood and menswear, reminiscent of the 1940s and the early simplicity of Art Deco and 20th Century Modern. Its clean shape is the perfect foil for our signature stitching to both tiers of upholstered shade edges, signature bronzed armatures, and removable linen diffusers, The Classic 640 diameter x 470 deep proportion is shown in creamy white Italian linen with black stitching. The armature and solid brass ceiling canopy and inner structure are available in your choice of patina levels. This light works individually or in pairs in hallways, glamorous powder rooms and bedrooms, over chic kitchen islands, desks and hallways projecting a soft useful ambient light. Depending on fabric and stitching selection, Joe Ceiling Lamp is a strong style statement, or a quietly glowing volume of light. Joe Ceiling Lamp is the companion of Joe Pendant Lamp...
Brass
French 1930s Surrealist Sunburst light fixture in gilt iron and nails
Located in Milan, IT
French 1930s Surrealist Sunburst light fixture in gilt iron and nails.
Metal
Tiffany Style Glass and Copper Pendant Chandelier, circa 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An amazing hand - crafted Tiffany Style chandelier, circa 1940s. Socket: 3 x E27 or E26 (US) for standard screw bulbs.
Copper
6x art deco spotlights with original glass shades vienna 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
6x art deco spotlights with original glass shades vienna 1920s Brass parts polished and stove enameled Original antique glass 1 light has a small br...
Brass
French Art Deco Flush Mount Chandelier Glass & Brass 1930s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant French Art Deco flush mount ceiling light with textured glass and brass from the 1930s. Manufacturer: unknown. Execution: round. Style: art deco, mid century, modernist....
Brass
French Art Deco Brass Frosted Cut Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s French Art deco pendant light Brass top with cut glass shade Height including canopy and chain : 60 cm / 23.6” Diameter ceiling plate : 12 cm / 4.7” Weight: 1.30 kg / 2.9 lb...
Brass
Art deco Ceiling lamp with opal glasses and glass sticks vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art deco Ceiling lamp with opal glasses and glass sticks vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled the glass sticks are replaced ( new ) Opal glass
Opal, Brass
Austrian Palwa Faceted Crystal Gilt Bronze 5-Light Flush Mount Fixture, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A beautiful, large Art Deco faceted crystal and cast gilt bronze flush mount, Austria, 1950s. With five light sockets providing a bright, warm light from the ceiling. This wonderful ...
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Art Deco Machine Age Milk Glass & Chrome Airplane Flush Mount
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary Art Deco Machine Age flush mount chandelier, designed by Moe Lights and crafted in America circa 1940, encapsulates the streamlined elegance and industrial design ...
Metal
Beautiful Starburst Pattern Murano Glass Flush Mount, 1970s, Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous glass flush mount. Made in a starburst pattern design. It can be used also as a wall light. The light fixture requires two European E27 Edison bulbs, up to 60 watts each. ...
Metal
2 Nickel-plated ceiling lamps with glass sticks vienna around 1920
Located in Wien, Au
2 Nickel-plated ceiling lamps with glass sticks vienna around 1920 The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
Nickel
Large & Stunningly Layered Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light, Amazing Colors
Located in Lisse, NL
An exceptional and monumental Art Deco alabaster pendant light of rare beauty. This magnificent and generously sized Art Deco pendant is without question one of our finest discoveri...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Art Deco Flush Mount, Marbled Opaline Glass & Burnished Metal, Germany 1920s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant Art Deco flush mount was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1920s to 1930s during the Bauhaus period. The light features a marbled glass shade in warm amber t...
Metal
Vintage Art Deco Modernist Baby Blue Molded Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in Amityville, NY
Gorgeous baby blue Modernist Art Deco flush mount globe ceiling light. Pressed glass technique used to create a layered effect, reminiscent of gathered or pleated fabric. These layer...
Glass
Art Deco ceiling lamp nickel-plated with 4 original hanging glass parts 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco ceiling lamp nickel-plated with 4 original hanging glass parts 1920s Nickel-plated The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
Brass, Nickel
Art Deco Period Ceiling Lamp Amsterdam School Brass and Art Glass 1920s
By Amsterdam Furniture Corp.
Located in Verviers, BE
Eye-catching ceiling lamp designed and manufactured in Den Haag, Octagonal Amsterdam School pendant lamp with fringe, with abstract multicolored stained glass decoration, design de ...
Brass
Oversized Art Deco Style Marbled Glass Flush Mount, Warm Glow and Bold Veining
Located in Lisse, NL
A luminous landscape overhead—grand in scale, beautifully restrained in form. With its sweeping dark veins and softly clouded background, this impressive glass ceiling light brings ...
Brass, Wire
Art Deco ceiling lamp with glass sticks vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco ceiling lamp with glass sticks vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled The glass sticks are replaced ( new ) Wood plate white lacquered
Brass