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.
Pair of Italian Table Lamps in Reticello Murano Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of table lamps, Reticello Murano glass, brass, steel, Italy, 1940s How charming are these 1940s Italian table lamps, featuring organically shaped silhouettes executed in Retice...
Brass, Steel
Antique GEC Blown Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1920
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
A beautiful GEC opaline bowl plafonnier light. c.1920 Made in England by GEC, the light features a simple, elegant opaline glass bowl held within a finely cast brass ring decorated ...
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Light, Pressed Molded Glass & Brass, France, 1930
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Deco pendant light, circa 1930. Silver-plated brass mount. Electrified, with three E14 sockets. Opalescent white pressed-molded glass bowl. Brown patina. In perfect condition. T...
Brass
Large Art Déco Pendant Light, Germany 1920s - 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large pendant light from the 1920s - 1930s with a marbled glass shade and rope suspension. The light features a big yellow shade with dark brown marbling. The shade has an elegant de...
Brass
Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik '10770' Pendant Lamp
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, pendant lamp '10770', nickel-plated aluminum, glass, Sweden 1940s Elegant pendant lamp designed by Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks La...
Aluminum, Nickel
Art Deco Floor Lamp, Swedish Grace Design, Art Glass & Beech, 1930s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Swedish grace is well articulated in this floor lamp with its Art Deco shape. A unique floor lamp with a frosted glass tray in the middle. With its iconic swirl on the lamp this floo...
Art Glass, Beech
Vintage Art Deco White Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s Opaline glass pendant light with nickel plated brass gallery by Philips, Holland 2 meter / 80” black cotton wire Weight: 1.95 kg / 4.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamp...
Nickel
Edward Hald for Orrefors Chandelier in Brass and Glass
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Hald for Orrefors chandelier, 'HD 8532', Sweden, 1940s Elegant chandelier designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors in the 1940s. Model HD 8532 features a finely crafted glass sha...
Brass
Walter Von Nessen Brass and Bakelite Toy Soldier Sentinal Lamp Chase USA 1930s
By Chase Brass and Copper Company, Walter Von Nessen
Located in Troy, MI
"Toy Soldier" or "Sentinal" table lamp Designed by Walter Von Nessen for Chase USA circa 1930's Modernist brass and Bakelite soldier figure aside a brass sphere with original shade ...
Brass
Danish Poul Henningsen Art Deco Pendant PH 2/2 with Grey Rosa Glass Shades 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original vintage Poul Henningsen (1894-1967) pendant size PH 2/2 made in the 1930s. The shades are made of sandblasted light grey glass with a hint of rose, mounted on a bakelite so...
Blown Glass, Fabric, Bakelite
Muller Frères Art Deco Chandelier, Brass & Glass, France, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
A superb French Art Deco chandelier by Muller Frères, Croismare, created in France during the late 1920s, this elegant ceiling fixture beautifully reflects the innovation and artisti...
Brass
Danish Poul Henningsen Art Deco Pendant PH 2/2 with Yellow Glass Shades, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Art Deco original pendant by Poul Henningsen (1894-1967) size PH 2/2 made in the 1930s. The shades are made by Holmegaard of sandblasted glass with dusty yellow paint, They are m...
Fabric, Blown Glass, Bakelite
Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik '15277' Table Lamp in Brass and Elm
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, table lamp model '15277', brass, elm, Sweden, 1940s Refined table lamp designed by Harald Notini. This piece combines warm elm wood and...
Brass
Dutch Amsterdam School batiked tablelamp by H.Steinpatz, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A Dutch Art Deco table lamp by Hans Steinpatz, executed in the warm, richly decorative batik technique for which he is well known. The spherical wooden lamp base is constructed from ...
Wood, Beech
French “Clichy” Pink Reeded Glass & Brass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” pink coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.90 kg / 2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards...
Brass
Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Deco pendant light, circa 1930. Elegant wrought iron frame. Alabaster shade. Electrified, 4 lights, E14 socket. In perfect condition. Total height: 58 cm Shade diameter: 42 cm W...
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass Pendants, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These Art Deco pendants were designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s. The lights feature a matching pair of pendant lamps with spherical opaline glass shades adorned with ...
Brass
Barovier & Toso Italian Chandelier in Crystal Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Barovier & Toso, chandelier, crystal glass, brass, Italy, 1940s This elegant chandelier by Barovier & Toso, produced in Italy during the 1940s, reflects the refined craftsma...
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Brass and Blue Glass, France, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920 French Art Deco, blue Clichy glass pendant lamp Weight: 1.80 kg / 4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandescen...
Brass
French Brass frosted and clear, cut glass globe flush mount
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French frosted and clear, cut glass globe flush mount Brass glass holder Weight: 1.30 kg / 2.9 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international sta...
Brass
Antique Art Deco Hand Carved Alabaster Plafonier From The 1930
Located in Søborg, DK
1930s Art Deco Alabaster Plafonnier 40 cm Rewired Swedish 1930s alabaster bowl plafonnier with spectacular natural stone. The shade is a clean, minimalist form that lets the alabaste...
Alabaster
$2,987Sale Price|20% Off
Four-Light Chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Oy Taito Ab, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, Finland
An elegant and highly collectible Art Deco chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Oy Taito Ab during the 1930s. This refined four-light suspension fixture exemplifie...
Brass
Art Deco Large Brass Floor Lamp Library With Adjustable Shade, 1930
By Cedric Hartman, Florian Schulz, Maison Jansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Very large articulate brass library floor-lamp from the late Art-Deco period, Austria circa 1930 Enormous library lamp in brass with a large shade (15.35 × 11.81") and adjustable in...
Brass
Barovier & Toso Art Deco Table Lamp in Crystal Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Barovier & Toso table lamp, crystal glass, Italy, 1940s Exceptional Barovier & Toso table lamp from the 1940s, crafted entirely from richly textured clear glass using the re...
Crystal
Italian Art Deco Chandelier in Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, glass, brass, Italy, 1940s Elegant Italian chandelier from the 1940s in the style of Barovier, crafted from ribbed crystal glass and warm brass. Featuring graceful curve...
Brass
Perfect Pair Art Deco Hand-Carved Alabaster Fan Wall Sconces, circa 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful and highly stylish pair of hand-carved Art Deco alabaster wall sconces with a striking folded fan design. This beautiful pair of...
Alabaster, Metal
Stunning English Early 20th Century Bobbin Turned Oak Floor Standing Lamp
Located in Leicester, GB
A gorgeous solid oak standard lamp. This floor lamp was made in England - approx c.1910. The lamp has a wonderfully playful bobbin turned stem standing on top of a bulbous thick turn...
Oak
Exceptional Italian Art Deco Chandelier with Murano Filigrana Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, brass, Murano glass, Italy, circa 1930 An extraordinary Italian chandelier from the early 1930s, combining the elegance of Art Deco with the refined craftsmanship of Mur...
Brass
Art Deco Nickel-Plated Bronze Wall Light or Sconce by Max Le Verrier, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco sculptural wall light or sconce. Design by Max Le Verrier. Striking French design from the 1920s. Original nickel-plated bronze frame with on each side ...
Bronze, Nickel
Elegant Art Deco Style Hand-Carved Alabaster Lily Pendant Chandelier, ca 1970s
Located in Lisse, NL
Highly decorative and beautifully shaped Art Deco alabaster pendant light from the early twentieth century. If you are looking for a stylish light fixture with real character, then ...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Large French Art Deco, Black & White Alabaster & Silk Cord Light, 1930s, France
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Ar Deco Chandelier hand crafted of Alabaster in 1930s, France. Made in a very elegant yet simple manner, without many unnecessary details - that makes the chandelier very m...
Alabaster, Bronze
Large Art Déco Pendant Light, Germany 1920s - 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Große Pendelleuchte aus den 1920er - 1930er Jahren mit marmoriertem Glasschirm und Seilaufhängung. Die Leuchte hat einen großen hellgelben Schirm mit dunkelblauer Marmorierung. Der S...
Brass
French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier – France, 1920s. Bring timeless elegance into your interior with this authentic French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier from Franc...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Large Pair Midcentury Art Deco Style Alabaster Bowl Pendant Chandeliers
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and striking pair of midcentury alabaster bowl pendant chandeliers in Art Deco style. If you are looking for a large, stylish and highly decorative pair of natural mineral sto...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
$1,091 / set
Set of 3 Art Deco Amber Shellbwall lights
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A beautiful set of 3 Art Deco Shell Wall Lights. The shades are in excellent condition and a lovely toffee amber colour. The shells are held firmly in place via small chrome brackets...
Chrome
Three Scandinavian Art Deco Theater Pendants Brass Hand-blown Opaline 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Set of three 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 e...
Brass
Rare Marcello Piacentini 1920s Floor Lamp in Patinated Copper and Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Marcello Piacentini, floor lamp, patinated copper and brass, glass, maple, Italy, 1927-1928 Designed by the Italian architect and urban planner Marcello Piacentini (1881–1960), this...
Brass, Copper
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
Pair of Glass Paste Wall Sconces - Art Deco Style - 1970s
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Pair of Wall Sconces in Gilded Metal, White glass paste, 1970s A rare pair of handcrafted wall sconces in the Art Deco style, dating from the 1970s, originally shaped, composed of...
Metal
Art Deco Bronze & Havanna Glass Chandelier, Böhlmarks, Sweden 1930s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco Swedish Grace Chandelier was designed and manufactured in the 1930s. The light features a three-arm chandelier with curved arms supporting scalloped Havanna Glass sh...
Bronze
Pair of Fan-Shaped Wall Sconces - Art Deco Style - 1970s
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Pair of Fan-Shaped Wall Sconces in Gilded Metal and White Glass Paste, 1970s A rare and exquisite pair of handcrafted wall sconces in the Art Deco style, dating from the 1970s. Thes...
Metal
Barovier & Toso Chandelier in Brass and Glass with Floral Motifs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Barovier & Toso chandelier, brass, glass, Italy, 1940s An elegant expression of Venetian craftsmanship, this chandelier by Barovier & Toso combines timeless artistry with re...
Brass
Antique Iron Floor Lamp with Original Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: New Linen Shade Materials: Patinated Iron, New Linen Shade
Iron
Art Deco marble effect hand-blown Murano glass pendant light, Italy, 1930s
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Compatible with US/EU standards. Sculptural Art Deco and Hollywood Regency Murano glass pendant lamp, Italy, 1930s. Composed of a one-piece Murano glass diffuser with a marble effec...
Metal, Chrome, Brass
French Art Deco Floor Lamp by Degue Late 1920s Museum-Grade Collectible Light
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
An exceptional French Art Deco floor lamp by Degué, produced in Compiègne, France, during the late 1920s, representing the finest traditions of French decorative arts between the two...
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron Pendant, Bjerkas Armatur, Sweden 1930s to 1940s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant Art Deco pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1930s to 1940s. The light features a wrought iron chandelier with black finish, formed by scrolling ar...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Green Glass Flush Mount Light, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century 5-armed Brass Large Pair of Cinema Sconces, 1950s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use w...
Metal
Art Deco Green and Brown Marbled UFO Shaped Glass Pendant Light, Germany 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Rare German Art Deco pendant light with striking UFO-shaped green marbled glass and chromed metal suspension, circa 1930s. A striking German Art Deco pendant light from the 1930s fe...
Metal
French Art Deco Conchiglie Wall Lamp, 1920s
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Very rare ceiling lamp from the late 1920s - made in France. 4 solid amber colored glasses. Mount made of chrome-plated aluminum. The corresponding wall lamps are part of the permane...
Brass
Italian Art Deco Chandelier in Glass and Brass with Flower-Shaped Shades
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, glass, brass, Italy, 1940s This elegant chandelier, crafted in Italy in the 1940s in the style of Barovier and Toso, beautifully reflects the refinement of Venetian glas...
Brass
Art Deco Frosted Glass Cubist Geometric Detail & Fluted Chandelier Signed Leleu
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco frosted glass pendant chandelier, signed by Jules Leleu and crafted in France circa 1930, represents the peak of interwar design and craftsmanship. Known for ...
Glass
Top Quality Large Size, Timeless Design Alabaster Pendant Light with Rope Chain
Located in Bochum, NRW
A sculptural alabaster pendant chandelier with a generous 56 cm diameter and exceptionally rich natural veining, offering the warm, atmospheric glow characteristic of high‑quality ea...
Alabaster
Verlux Opalescent Art Deco Pendant Light
Located in NANTES, FR
Opalescent Verlux bowl, circa 1930. Nickel-plated metal mount. Opalescent pressed molded glass bowl decorated with birds. Electrified, E14 socket. In perfect condition. Height: 42 ...
Metal
Pair of Brass and Glass Wall Lights Model "Coquille", by ASEA, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in Brescia, Brescia
Elegant and sculptural, these rare wall sconces feature beautifully molded shell-shaped glass shades mounted on patinated brass backplates. The thick pressed glass is characterized b...
Brass
French Art Deco Alabaster and Brass Three-Light Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A beautifully veined French Art Deco alabaster chandelier with ever-changing natural stone patterns and elegant brass detailing. Elegant French Art Deco three-light pendant chandeli...
Alabaster, Brass
Large Antique 14" GEC Moonstone Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
A large Moonstone plafonnier pendant light. c.1930 Heavy duty pressed milk glass of fluted design, supported by cast brass reed and ribbon decorated ring, chain, hanger and ceiling ...
Glass
Beautifully Patinated Desk Lamp by Erpe Belgium 1930s
Located in Meer, VAN
Beautifully Patinated Desk Lamp by Erpe Belgium 1930s A beautifully patinated desk lamp by Erpe. Belgium, 1930s. A desk lamp produced by Erpe in Belgium during the interwar period....
Metal, Cast Iron
Art Deco Cream Opaline Glass & Brass Pendants, Germany 1930s, Set of 2
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These ceiling fixtures were designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s. The lights feature elegant domed cream colored opaline glass shades suspended from slender polished b...
Brass
Swedish Patinated Copper and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Swedish Art Deco patinated copper and glass chandelier from the 1920-1930s. Intricately detailed structure made of dark patinated copper with marbled glass diffusers. Very nice origi...
Copper
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany Brass hardware This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 220V and 110V for all countries. Measureme...
Glass
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Bespoke lighting is a hallmark of upscale interiors, and contemporary makers are increasingly ambitious in their materials and forms.