Art Deco Lighting
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
Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, Nickel-Plated, 1920s/1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco chandelier by Muller Fréres - 1920s/1930s.
This original pendant lamp captivates with its simple and matter-of-fact Art Deco design. The heavy lamp glas...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Art Deco ceiling lamp with opal glass shade vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco ceiling lamp with opal glass shade vienna around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Original antique opal glass shade
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Rene Lalique Chandelier ‘Dahlias’ Signed
By René Lalique
Located in North Bergen, NJ
A beautiful René Lalique French Art Deco chandelier, 'Dahlias'. Signed on the interior 'R. Lalique'. This chandelier first appeared in the product line in 1928 and was removed in 193...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Glass
Rarest Carved Oak Art Deco Chandelier Pendant w. Six Woodpecker Bird Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique and one of a kind, seven-light hand carved wooden stylish sculptural chandelier.
With early 20th century lighting being one of our specialities we always love finding pendants and chandeliers that we have never seen before and of which we know beforehand we will never find another one again either. This unique and all hand carved out of solid oak Berlin Art Deco light fixture with a Gothic look and feel is another one of those rare finds. With six hand carved woodpecker sculptures...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Wrought Iron Handcrafted Pendant or Lantern, Venice, Italy, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Murano hand blown colored glass in wrought iron frame pendant, orange, yellow and green colors with great lighting effect, Venice, Italy, 1950s. This pendant is for indoor and outdoo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
French Art Deco Brass Twin Arm Sconces, a Pair, ca. 1930
Located in Barntrup, DE
Pair of French Art Deco brass twin arm sconces from ca. 1930.
This elegant pair of brass sconces has a beautiful brass base with typical Art Deco-style decors. Each sconce has two ar...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Keramos Art Deco Table Lamps
Located in Berlin, DE
Keramos Table Lamps with no chips in excellent condition. Very beautiful Art Deco pieces.
To be on the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concerning local ...
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1940s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
French Art Deco Wooden Table Lamp by Charles Dudouyt, France, ci. 1930s
Located in Valencia, VC
Art Deco wooden table lamp attributed to French designer Charles Dudouyt, hand-carved in France circa 1930s.
The lamp features strong geometric lines and a solid, sculptural presen...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Antique Art Deco Pendant Light, 1930s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Antique Art Deco hallway pendant light with a beautiful marbled opaline lamp shade emitting a stunning light.
This lamp is very typical for the art...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass
Art Deco lamp Pierrot with ball by Marcel Bouraine for Max le Verrier.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco lamp Pierrot with ball by Marcel André Bouraine.
Signed Bouraine. Foundry seal Le Verrier Paris.
Patinated Art Metal.
Belgian black marble base.
Glass shade.
Clown à la b...
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1970s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Metal
French Sunburst Light Fixture in Black and Gilt Iron, Gilbert Poillerat Style
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding hand forged gilt wrought iron large sunburst starburst flush mount in the manner of Gilbert Poillerat. France, 1940s.
This light fixture has an eye-catching starburst de...
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20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
QUEENS 3 Sconce in Calacatta Marble by Brownstone Boys x Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Part of The Boroughs Collection, created in partnership with The Brownstone Boys.
Inspired by the iconic designs of the 1964 New York World’s Fair, the Queens 3 Sconce pays homage to...
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2010s American Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel, Enamel, Bronze
French Art Deco Ceiling Light by René Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
French Art Deco chandelier "Stalactites" model created by René Lalique between 1912-1914 white pressed glass with patina and opalescence. The model is part of the Catalogue raisonné ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Opaline Ceiling Lamp, Scailmont Belgium collord Glass Shade, 1930s
By Scailmont
Located in Verviers, BE
Photography fails to capture the simple elegant illumination provided by this lamp.
Fitting messing pendant ceiling light with fixing to hold a stylish Belgian Art Deco lampshade. ...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass
Art Deco Desk Desk Lamp - Fare France - Chrome Plated and Marble
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Elegant and functional, this 1930s Art Deco desk lamp by Fare features a sleek chrome-plated adjustable arm and shade, with a solid beige marble base. A classic example of early mode...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Marble, Metal, Chrome
Swedish Art Deco Chandelier with sea motif, mermaid and 3 ships
Located in New York, NY
A charming Swedish Art Deco chandelier with an etched glass shade detailed with ocean waves. Three gilt metal ships sail around a Mermaid figure which is finished with gold and palla...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Pierre Gilles French Art Deco Bronze Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco chandelier by Pierre GILLES, 27 rue Esquirol, Paris 13e, France, 1920s. Thick molded glass shades hung at their original nickel plated bronze fixture. Height: 30.3"(7...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster and Antiqued Brass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This chariming pair of Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster and Antiqued Brass Sconces originates from Italy during the 20th Century. They feature sh...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
French Art Deco Chandelier by Schneider
Located in Long Island City, NY
Spectacular grand scale French Art Deco chandelier was created by the French Artist " Schneider " The lower tier is in a hexagon shaped nickel bronze frame, embracing six horizontal ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
4 Art Deco Cone Saucer Shaped Milk Glass Pendant Chandeliers
Located in Port Jervis, NY
4 vintage cone shaped milk glass pendant shades with new nickel fixtures, UL listed with all brand new wiring. Adjustable as the length of the nickel shaft can be altered. Presently ...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Swedish Art Deco Desk Lamp
Located in Kastrup, DK
A Swedish art deco chrome plated brass desk lamp.
Bauhaus style.
Green spherical shade painted white on the inside.
Shade diameter: 29 cm.
Base with green ring at the stem. On/Of...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pure and Stylish Art Deco Sculpture Chandelier w Stunning Alabaster Shades 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful Art Deco pendant light with a bronze sculpture (probably of Dione, goddess of water).
If you are looking for a truly stylish and top quality made antique light fixture to ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Metal
Art Deco Lamp
By Sofar
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Deco lamp with led in the foot.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Pair Of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Large Pair Of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Sconces.
These beautifully Murano glass sconces have a great soft Art Deco style and have been ne...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Tall Hand Star Cut Glass and Brass Table Lamp This is a very pretty piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Tall Hand Star Cut Glass and Brass Table Lamp
This is a very pretty piece, the base and collar of the lamp is made in Brass, the body ...
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1950s Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Crystal
ART DECO SABINO Paris ceiling lamp bowl, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
ART DECO SABINO Paris ceiling lamp bowl, 1930s
The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century.
The signature "SABINO" o...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Glass Ceiling Lamp by VEB Leuchten, 1940s, Germany
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Glass Ceiling Lamp by VEB Leuchten, 1940s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with E27 light b...
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1940s German Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lamp Jumo
By Maison Jumo
Located in Paris, FR
Lamp Jumo reissued by Nice Création Compagnie (Tokyo Osaka) in plastic during the seventies.
The name of JUMO comes from Yves Jujeau and Pierre and André Mounique, founders of the company JUMO.
Patented in the United States, the Lucidos Bloc lamp...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Plastic
Art Deco ‘Modernist’ Chandelier
By Sofar, Tristan Zerbib
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Deco chandelier with brass nickel finish and glasses.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Bankers Lamp, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Characteristic desk lamp, Bauhaus style, designed in 1930. The lamp has a heavy cast iron base and an enameled metal cap. The heavy base gives the lamp a solid place. Fully adjustabl...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Loys Lucha Signed Enameled and Frosted Glass Pendant Light, 1930s
By Loys Lucha
Located in Barntrup, DE
This beautiful Art Deco molded, frosted, and enamel-painted glass ceiling light features a floral design in yellow, orange, blue, and white...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
1930s Pair of Exceptional Bauhaus Chrome Plated Wall Lamps/Scones, Czechoslovaki
Located in Praha, CZ
- Both lights have been newly chromed some years ago
- Minor signs of use
- newly rewired
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Milk Glass, Bakelite
Set of Three Art Deco Skyscraper Style Alabaster Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and beautifully formed set of three Art Deco Skyscraper Style Alabaster Sconces originates from France during the 20th Century. They feature shades formed in solid carve...
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20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
French Art Deco Jean Besnard Style Wooden Craquelé Table Lamp, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Playfully lacquered spherical Wooden table light in the style of Jean Besnard. Designed and created by anonymous designer/maker in France during the 1920s. No markings or signature t...
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1920s European Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bakelite, Oak
Art Deco Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Chrome Art Deco chandelier with unusual shape
Central rod can be shortened on demand.
4x60W, E27 bulbs
US wiring compatible.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Italian Art Deco Sculptured Glass and Chrome Chandelier in Pink, 1940s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful Art Deco Chandelier made of gorgeous pink glass plate showing birds, flowers and seeds in the typical Art Deco style.
The chandelier base is...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Pair Of Large Italian Brass Venini Style Wall Lights, Contemporary, UL Certified
Located in Westport, CT
A lovely set of modified dome-shaped wall lights comprised of individual glass rods and hand welded solid unlacquered brass. A modified design inspired by Venini's Hotel Lighting Col...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Chandelier In Nickel-plated Bronze Attributed To P. Maynadier 1930s
Located in Palermo, IT
French Art Deco 3-light chandelier in nickel-plated bronze and glass attributed to P. Maynadier 1930s
E27 lamps.
Intact and in good condition, found in a noble apartment in my city, ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Rare French Art Deco Glazed Ceramic Bronze Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A rare handcrafted ceramic large table lamp, France 1930-1939. Hand-painted and glazed in vibrant colors, original iivory color silk shade with light blue fringes. One light socket f...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1920's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia
- made of metal, glass
- new cabling
- re-polished
- fully functional
- good, original condition.
Category
1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco chandelier by Muller Fréres - 1930s
This original pendant lamp captivates with its simple and matter-of-fact Art Deco design. The heavy lamp wit...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Venini Sconce, Dated, circa 1935
By Venini
Located in Sacile, PN
Three Venini sconces, big dimension, truncated pyramid shape. Made by alternate clear and amethyst glass plates.
*********ONE SCONCE AVAILABLE*********
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville & Atelier Petitot , 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco chandeliers by Atelier Petitot & Muller Freres Luneville
This stunning Art Deco chandelier from the 1930s is an outstanding example of the elegance and sophistication of th...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Art Deco Pendant with Original Glass Shade, Vienna, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art deco pendant with original glass shade, Vienna, around 1920s.
Brass polished and stove enameled.
Original antique glass shade.
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
San Polo Venezia ceramic floor lamp designed by Otello Rosa in 1950's unique
By San Polo, Otello Rosa
Located in Roma, IT
This floor lamp made entirely of glazed ceramic was probably produced in a one-off by the San Polo Venezia company in the early 1950s. It was personally designed by Otello Rosa and S...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Czech Art Glass Figural Fruit and Flower Basket Lamp or Accent Light
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This figural art glass fruit and flower basket was produced in Czechoslovakia in the mid-late 1930s in the period Art Deco style. The base is composed of a series of faceted clear be...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
Degue French Art Deco Table Lamp, 1920
By Edouard Cazaux, Degué
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco table lamp by Edouard Cazaux at Degue's, France, 1920s. Very thick molded glass shade with a typical geometric pattern. Superb wrought iron base. The best by Degué. N...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Italian Crystal Parrot Baques Style Wall Sconces
Located in Bradenton, FL
Stunning pair of Italian Crystal and Gilt Parrot Wall Sconces, featuring crystal parrot in the center with crystal flowers and foliage wired throughout. In the style of Maison Bagues...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Siris Chandelier
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Drawing inspiration from infinite patterns, the Tessellation Series is a sculptural investigation using light, symmetry, and modular tessellation as concepts for building forms.
Con...
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2010s American Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Chandelier by Degue
Located in Long Island City, NY
A stunning and rare French Art Deco chandelier on a grand scale (48 inches in diameter) by the French Artist "Degue" in great condition. Eight sided glass panels with a center coupe ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Paavo Tynell, rare big functionalism chandelier 1311 for Taito Oy, Finland
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover the epitome of Scandinavian Vintage Design with this rare, impressive Paavo Tynell chandelier, originating from a functionalism church in Turku, Finland. Lovingly crafted fo...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel
8 Beardslee Vintage Wall Sconces with Original Vintage Glass Priced per pair
Located in Prescott, US
Several pair available, priced per pair.
Harken back to time when Art Deco design was unabashedly bold, striking and beautiful. Patented in 1934 from the world renown fixture designe...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Octopus French Art Deco Chandelier
Located in Long Island City, NY
A French Art Deco bronze hexagonal-shaped chandelier with multi-dimensional intertwining geometric flower motif details is called the" Octopus." Each decorative side plack has a flat...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Just Andersen Lamps, Scandinavian Art Deco, Denmark 1920s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JUST ANDERSEN
An early and beautiful pair of Art Deco table lamps in dark patinated disko metal.
This decorative pair of lamps were made by Danish designer and pioneer Just Ander...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
Long Golden Murano Glass Chandelier in Palm Tree Shape
By Barovier
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This spectacular long chandelier was entirely handcrafted in Murano. Each single leaf was individually made in high quality blown glass, this is why we can notice very light differen...
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1990s Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Deco Round Brass and Opal Glass Chandelier, Attributed to Kaiser, Germany
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A stunning, round eight - light Art Deco brass and opal glass chandelier attributed to Kaiser, Germany, circa 1930s-1940s.
Socket: 8 x e27 for standard screw bulbs.
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vintage Antique GEC Opaline Glass Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1930
Located in London, GB
A stylish chrome art deco wall lamp with opaline shade. c.1930
Made by GEC in their typical style, complemented with diminutive cubed opaline shade.
Rewired to connect to mains.
Category
1930s English Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Chrome Chandelier, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of glass, chrome
With aged patina
4xE14 or E15 socket
New cabling
Re-polished
Original condition.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Mambo Unlimited Ideas, Marius-Ernest Sabino, Atelier Jean Perzel, and David Gueron Degue. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $700,000 while the average work can sell for $2,774.