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 French Bronze Molded Glass Hall Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely four-sided solid bronze lantern with molded glass panels, France, 1930-1939.
One single brass and porcelain Edison E-27 light socket for a large sized bulb.
Overall height...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
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Bronze
2 Documented Art Deco Monumental Glass and Bronze Lanterns
Located in Queens, NY
2 Art Deco monumental bronze 8 sided lanterns with tiered etched & beaded glass panels with an extension (Provenance: Philadelphia Municipal Aud...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
RARE COLLECTABLE RALPH LAUREN GLASS PATINATED BRONZE FLOOR STANDiNG LAMP
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare and collectable Ralph Lauren Glass & Patinated Bronze floor standing light
Please note the...
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20th Century Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
3 Art Deco Brass Sconces Signed by Ezan, France circa 1940s
Located in Merida, Yucatan
3 Art Deco sconces in the shape of birds holding an opalescent moulded glass shade signed by Ezan.
Priced individually.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Copper
1940s Restored Brass Floor Lamp with Glass Shade
Located in Praha, CZ
- Repolished
- Newly rewired
- 2x E26-E27 bulb
- US wiring compatible (US plug adapter includes)
- New wooden holder for glass shade
- The glass shade is laying on the wooden h...
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1940s European Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Table Lamp with Dogs - Black and White
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A lovely Art Deco table lamp, flanked by two dogs (black and white).
Made of chrome plated metal. The lampshade is made of satined glass.
The lamp is in good and working condition....
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Nickel, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.875” H x 16.625” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.375” W x 3...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Steel Pendant Lamp Art Deco Germany - 1930s
Located in Berlin, DE
1930s German pendant lamp in excellent condition and newly wired.
Please note: Lamp should be fitted professionally in accordance to local requirements.
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Steel
Beautiful Art Deco Bauhaus Style Flush Mount Milk Glass Austria 1960s
By Austroluxe
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful flush mount or sconce, made in Austria in the 1960s. The fixture requires one European E27 Lightbulb, up to 60 watts. It can also hang as a wall fixture or sconce. A nice...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
Fog & Morup Art Deco Table Lamp 'The Fried Egg', 1930s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish Art Deco table light manufactured by Fog and Mørup during the 1930s. Its made from patinated brass and features a single layered, partially...
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Modern Pair of Italian Gold Leaf & Crystal Murano Glass 6-Leaf Branch Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Bring nature inside to lighten up your walls! Contemporary bespoke pair of Italian Murano glass sconces, with Hollywood Regency flair, in Art Deco design of ginkgo branches. These are a contemporary creation, entirely Hand Made in Italy, each support is handcrafted in brass and is decorated with 6 leaves individually blown in reeded crystal Murano glass, worked on the reverse with pure 24 kt gold leaf. Each glass element hides a light source that sips through the gold decor adding preciousness to the lighting and creating atmospheric reflections on the wall and all around. Options for finishes, sizes, and silver leaf...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
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
Pair of Art Deco Frosted Glass & Chrome Rectangular Sconces w/ Rose Motifs
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and sophisticated pair of Art Deco vanity lights were realized in France circa 1930. They feature volumetric rectangular bodies with po...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Table Lamp with Fabric Shade Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1920s
The shade is replaced ( new )
Polished and stove enameled.
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
1930s Hagenauer Style Art Deco Cat Sculpture Table Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
A unique Art Deco table lamp in the shape of a cat in the manner of Werkstatte Hagenauer Vienna. Made in the 1930s in Czechoslovakia. Nickel-plated metal, in very good condition.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Brass and White Frosted Glass Four-Light Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
An elegant French Art Deco chandelier from the 1930s. Three brass arms, each with a white frosted glass shade, and one socket for the E 27 light bulb. The bottom is centered with a f...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Italian Gilt Iron Wall Sconces by G.Banci, Italy, circa 1970s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A wonderful pair of large gilt iron and crystal wall sconces by G.Banci, Italy, circa 1970s.
Socket: Each two x (E14) for standard screw bulbs.
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1970s Italian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Iron
Alabaster Art Deco Pendant Natural Lantern Early 20th Century France
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Alabaster pendant Art Deco early 20th century.
Alabaster and bronce ceilling pendant
It is sent with a brown scrim cable and brass lamp holders (new) to match the style of the or...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Art Deco nickel Chandelier with original opaline glass shades vienna 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco nickel Chandelier with beautiful original opaline glass shades vienna 1920s
Nickel plated and new wired.
3 glass balls on every wire.
We can adjust the height of the chandel...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Art Deco White Opaline Lamp – France 1930
Located in Girona, Girona
White opaline glass table lamp on a painted plaster base.
France c. 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass, Plaster
1930s Art Deco Floor Lamp with Acrylic "Wing" Details
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful brass and black painted metal Art Deco floor lamp with great patination to brass head and trim. One bulb.
Base measures 10".
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
Venini Murano Glass Elegant Art Deco Chandelier Attributed to Tommaso Buzzi 1940
By Tomaso Buzzi
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous Art Deco Murano glass round shape chandelier with central light large "pulegoso " glass bowl support enriched with precious hand blown glass leaves.
Cleaned and re-wired, i...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Cubist Four-Globe Frosted Relief Glass Chandelier in Silvered Bronze
Located in New York, NY
This elegant high style Art Deco chandelier was realized in France, circa 1930. It features one central globe in opaque frosted glass etched with foliate detailing. The body of the c...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Silver, Bronze
Mid Century Art Deco Skyscraper Rocket Folk Art Wooden Floor Lamp
Located in Bernville, PA
Magnificent mid century Art Deco skyscraper rocket Folk Art wooden floor lamp. Skyscraper light fixture and rocket sit atop of an incredibly detailed ...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Amber Chandelier & Pendant Light in Degué Style Thick Glass 1930
By Degué
Located in Coimbra, PT
Beautiful French Art Deco chandelier or pendant with amber glass shade with floral and geometric pattern in the style of Degué.
Me...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
1970s Stifel Art Deco Style Torchiere Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
A 69 inches tall carved brass Torchiere floor lamp with original milk glass shade by Stifel.
Measures 11" in diameter at the base, 7.5" in diameter at the top of the shade and stands...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Floor Lamp, 1930
Located in palm beach, FL
Art deco lamp with chrome base. The column is capped with a geometrical decoration in point on three dimensions, the whole rests on a broad and stable base.
The pressed ball in glas...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Georges Leleu Large Pair of Art Deco Sconces
Located in NANTES, FR
Large pair of art deco sconces attributed to Georges Leleu in molded glass, hammered iron frame.
In very good condition and electrified.
Measures...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Large Murano Art Deco Amber-Glass Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Vienna, AT
Large Murano handblown amber-glass chandelier with six arms and E27 porcelain sockets attributed to Venini from the 1930s.
Can be flush mounted or on a chain.
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Lamp 2 Tulips Attributed to Genêt & Michon
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Deco Lamp 2 Tulips Attributed to Genêt & Michon
Art deco lamp with two tulips around 1930.
Wrought iron frame decorated with windings.
The tulips are made of molded glass decora...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Fine French Art Deco Sconce by Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Fine French Art Deco sconce patina bronze and frosted glass by Jean Perzel.
Model #542D.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
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
Art Decò Green Murano Glass Pendant, 1950
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Murano glass pendant in green colour.
Art Deco style: period of manufacture 1940-1950.
The disc of the chandelier is gren in colour with white reflections suspended from t...
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1950s European Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of French Art Deco Pendant Chandeliers by René Lalique Model Dahlias
By René Lalique
Located in Long Island City, NY
Apair of French Art Deco pendant chandeliers by René Lalique model Dahlias were designed in 1921 in great condition. Hemispherical clear bowl decorated in relief with dahlia blossoms...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Run Set Antique Vintage Flush Mounted Holophane Hedralite Ceiling Light Lantern
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- An incredibly rare run of Holophane 'Hedralite' flush mounted ceiling lanterns, English circa 1920.
- The lights originally hung under a false ceiling in a Mappin & Webb silver and...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Albert Cheuret, Marguerite, Art Deco Chandelier, France, c. 1925
Located in New York, NY
Albert Cheuret’s work is distinct not only for his masterly execution in bronze and alabaster, but for his elegant depiction of the natural subjects that so inspired him—wild animals...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Louis Bogtman Batiked Wood Table Lamp, Amsterdam School, c. 1920, Netherlands.
By Louis Bogtman
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice Louis Bogtman Art Deco little table lamp, circa 1920, Netherlands.
Batiked wood, new parchment paper and cotton cord shade, original porcelain switch.
One E27 bulb.
Dimensions: ...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wood, Parchment Paper
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco ceiling lamp vienna around 1920s
Polished and stove enameled
Original cut glass balls
The glass balls part is removable for ch...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Art Deco wall lamp with sandblasted glass shade.
Chrome with minor age patina.
Glass in perfect condition.
Rewired: 1x40W, E25-E27 bulb
US wirin...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Art Deco Murano Sconces ITSO Barovier E Toso, circa 1930's
By Barovier
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful pair of antique Murano glass sconces, each was hand made in Murano Italy in the style of the famous Barovier e Toso factory circa 1930.
Each is manufactured in brass hardwa...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Art Déco Pendant Light Signed Muller Frères Luneville, circa 1920
Located in Beirut, LB
This elegant Art Deco pendant by Muller Frères Luneville exemplifies French lighting design from the 1920s–1930s. The frosted glass globe features intricate relief work depicting pea...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Chandelier
By Sofar
Located in Rebais, FR
Bronze Art Deco chandelier with nickel finish.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Top Quality Pair of Two-Light Art Deco Sculptural Bronze Wall Sconces Lights
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and highly decorative pair of stunning bronze sconces.
With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, we have seen a lot of great and unique fixtures, but neve...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Sconces by Jean Perzel
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of rare Art Deco wall sconces by the French Modernist lighting designer Jean Perzel, made of frosted tinted glass and nickel-plated supp...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Glass
Big Sconce, Style: Art Deco, Year: 1930, Design: Sabino, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Sconce Marius Ernest Sabino
Style: Art Deco
Year: 1930
Wall light in Material: Silvered bronze and glass
Chic and Elegant
To take care of your property and the lives of our customers...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Movie Theater Chandelier 1930's
Located in Fulton, CA
Exceptional and historic Art Deco theater chandeliers Created for the Encore Theater in Burlingame, California, opening in 1930. Original p...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Metal
Italian Brass Crystal Murano Glass Customizable Pendant / Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Price is per individual lantern, 1 is available now and ready to ship from NYC. Contemporary Italian Art Deco Design round lantern / chandelier, entirely handcrafted, customizable in...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Sconces in Brass and Frosted Glass, 1940's Portugal
Located in Lisboa, PT
Presenting a stunning pair of Portuguese Art Deco Sconces from the 1940s, these exquisite pieces are a true testament to timeless design and craftsmanship. Designed and produced in P...
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1940s Portuguese Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Brass Mounted Murano Glass Chandelier by Ercole Barovier, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Exceptional six-shade Murano glass chandelier with elegant shaped brass mount, by Ercole Barovier.
Excellent vintage condition, the glasses are in perfect condition.
Six E 27 light...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
A tall French Maison Jansen Style Brass Wall Sconce, Wall Light, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A tall Art Deco torchiere wall sconce in the style of Maison Jansen, France, 1955-1959. Very elegant design made of brass with conical off-white linen shade. It takes one Edison E14 ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hexagonal Art Deco Pendant with Original Glass Shade, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Hexagonal art deco pendant with original glass shade, around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled.
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Table lamp vienna 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Table lamp vienna 1920s
Polished and stove enameled
The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Pleated Lilac Table Lamp Bedside Lamp 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage table lamp or bedside lamp from bakelite in brown color in beautiful Art Deco pagoda like shape, while the new custom made and hand made lamp shade in lavender lilac...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Bakelite
Petal Table Lamp in Coal Black Shagreen and Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau Art Deco Gilt Brass Bronze Porcelain Beaded Fringe Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Beautiful French Art Nouveau Art Deco gilded brass, bronze and polychrome beaded fringe lamp shades.
Measures:
Diameter 23.6 in /60 cm
Height 31.5 in (7.8...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Large Art Deco Six-Light Frosted Glass Silvered Bronze Globe Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A large silvered bronze Art Deco chandelier with large Round centre and square shape panel frosted glass with a mix of graphics and roses around the band. There are three arms with m...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Wall Lamps in Black Lacquered Wood circa 1970
Located in Beirut, LB
Mid century Vintage Pair of minimalist of wall lights in black lacquered wood and parchment paper.
Can be delivered and wired for American or European use.
Lovely when the lights on.
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1970s French Vintage Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Wood, Parchment Paper
Deco Lungo Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd.
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Art Deco style wall light or flush mount shown in frosted Murano glass mounted on polished brass frame / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy
2 lights / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lighting
Materials
Brass
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.