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.
Constellation Mirror in Cream Shagreen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
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 ...
Brass
Constellation Mirror in Shagreen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
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 ...
Brass
Chital Mirror in Shagreen, Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Chital mirror...
Brass
Chital Mirror in Black Pen Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu, Paris
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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Chital mirror...
Brass
Chital Mirror in Black Pen Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Chital mirror...
Brass
Constellation Mirror in Shagreen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
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 ...
Brass
Scrollwork Sunburst Mirror / Backlit Mirror with Convex Glass, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Parcel Gilt Iron Scrollwork Sunburst Mirror / Backlit Mirror with Convex Glass Impressive handcrafted Gothic Revival gilt iron sunburst convex mirror with scroll frame and gilt ball ...
Gold Leaf, Iron, Wrought Iron
Chital Mirror in Shagreen, Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Chital mirror...
Brass
Constellation Mirror in Cream Shagreen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
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 ...
Brass
$7,800 / item
Zodion Convex Mirror by David Duncan Studio
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A disk shaped wooden frame with white gold leaf finish and 16” acrylic convex mirror. Low relief signs of the zodiac with yellow gold leaf finish encircle the mirror around frame. Also available in yellow gold or painted finish. By David Duncan Studio...
Gold Leaf
Sublime 1930's Convex Art Deco Peach Glass Bevelled Venetian Round Petal Mirror
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale absolutely sublime peach glass Art Deco Convex wall mirror with petal trim This mirror is one of three very rare Art Deco Peach Glass mirrors...
Glass
$7,492
Antibes Convex
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
An octagonal carved moulded frame convex mirror with applied Fools Gold aggregate decoration. Please note we are currently working to a 30-36 week lead time and that this item is ma...
Mahogany
Feather Pattern Mirror in Shagreen and Pen Shell by Kifu Paris
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 ...
Shagreen Stingray
Carved Convex Gilt Wall Mirror, Giltwood Frame, Art Deco Style, 1930
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved convex gilt wall mirror This is a very attractive mirror has a 3” wide gilt frame which is carved and pierced and has a convex looking glass The mirror is in good condi...
Giltwood
Mirror 'OKO 120' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta (in stock)
By Oskar Zieta, Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"OKO 120 contemporary mirror by Zieta (New model from 2020 collection) Stainless steel Measures: 120 x 6 cm. Zieta is best known for his collection of ...
Stainless Steel
$2,140 / item
H 2.37 in Dm 37.41 in
Contemporary Mirror 'Rondo 95' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta (in stock)
By Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Rondo" contemporary mirror by Zieta Original Zieta mirror, delivered with certificate. Stainless steel Custom size: 95 cm diameter, 6 cm depth Zieta...
Stainless Steel
$1,752 / item
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 2.37 in
Contemporary Mirror 'Rondo 75' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta, In Stock
By Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Rondo 75" contemporary mirror by Zieta Stainless steel 75 cm diameter, 6 cm depth .... Zieta is best known for his collection of stools “Plopp” made through the technologist FIDU....
Stainless Steel
$3,050
H 28.25 in W 30.5 in D 3 in
Modern Mirror in Black Shell with Bronze Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Lily Mirror" by R&Y Augousti is an exquisite fusion of organic design and Art Deco elegance, showcasing the finest craftsmanship. Encased in rich black shell with a subtle, natu...
Brass
Marie Suri Steel and Bronze Gigi Mirror
By Marie Suri
Located in New York, NY
Marie Suri The Gigi Mirror Round wall mirror with a frame of three rows of steel medallions and bronze decoration. Plain, convex, and antiqued mirror ...
Bronze, Steel
Huge Industrial Convex Mirror in Original Condition
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Stunning huge industrial convex mirror in original distressed condition.
Steel
Modern Mirror in Cream Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This handcrafted "Peacock Mirror" by R&Y Augousti showcases the brand's commitment to exceptional design and luxurious materials. Enveloped in a soft cream shagreen that lends a tact...
Brass
$40,000 / item
H 57 in W 50 in D 3 in
Hervé van Der Straeten, "Branches, " Bronze Mirror, France, 2008
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze bull's eye mirror by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV Measures: Diameter of bull’s eye mirror 14”.
Bronze
Convex Mirror in the Regency Manner
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
This plain, carved, giltwood and ebonized convex looking round mirror glass has a moulded inner frame and a compound moulded outer frame with decorative gilded balls punctuating the ...
Gold Leaf
Distressed Bronze and Silver Concave Mirror
Located in London, GB
A concave mirror in distressed bronze colour with a silver distressed convex mirror to centre. Frameless, held in place by 4 clips and secured at he back with a circular fitting and ...
Mirror
$3,690
H 27.5 in W 34 in D 2 in
Modern Mirror in White Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Peacock Mirror” by R&Y Augousti is an exquisite embodiment of modern elegance, seamlessly blending natural texture with sleek design. This luxurious piece features a broad, asym...
Brass
$40,000 / item
H 57 in W 50 in D 3 in
Hervé van Der Straeten, "Branches, " Bronze Mirror, France, 2008
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze bull's eye mirror by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV Measures: Diameter of bull’s eye mirror 14”.
Bronze
Floating Round Modern Mirror
Located in Westwood, NJ
Designed to enhance both modern and classic interiors, this statement piece features convex mirror glass accentuated by satin brass lacquered plated finish mounts. The floating effec...
Brass
Spanish Baroque Giltwood Convex Sunburst Mirror Miniature, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Small Scale Giltwood Convex Sunburst Mirror Finely carved gold leaf gilded convex sunburst mirror in unusual mini size. Spain, 1930s-1940s. This gorgeous miniature sunburst mirror ha...
Gold Leaf
Black Lacquer and gildwood Witch Mirror French Convex Mirror
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing convex mirror or popularly known as a witch's mirror in lacquered wood, with a circular profile and an interior border in gilded wood. Of French origin, it comes from the pri...
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer
Jean Besnard Convex Mirror, France, c. 1930-40's
By Jean Besnard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Jean Besnard convex mirror, France, c. 1930-40's Ceramic Measure: Diameter 11.75 in.
Ceramic
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H 22.25 in Dm 22.25 in
Exceptionally Rare Art Deco Cobalt Blue Convex Wall Floral Mirror Sublime Find
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and exceptionally rare circa 1930s Art Deco glass cobalt blue convex wall mirror with floral leaf frame A very good looking well m...
Glass, Mirror
Large Art Deco Modernist Mirror by Edgar Brandt, Signed, circa 1930
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Miami, FL
Large round mirror by Edgar Brandt (1880-1960) in nickel-plated wrought iron and bronze frame. The frame is asymmetric in a typical modernist style, circa 1930. Stamped on the frame...
Wrought Iron
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H 1.97 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Constellation Mirror in Black Shagreen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The constellation dark mirror is a statement piece with it’s celestial inspired roots. The mirror can be hung in 3 different ways. Available in a smaller size and cream finish (image...
Brass
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H 1.58 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Sunburst Mirror in Cream Shagreen, Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The sunburst mirror in cream Shagreen, black pen shell and bronze-patina brass details is a celestial inspired piece that gives a dramatic statement to any room. This is the perfect ...
Brass
Large Art Deco Convex Gilt Wall Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A large Art Deco convex gilt wall mirror A very attractive mirror with a scroll carved age darkened gilt frame The 2” round frame is in sound condition as is the original c...
Mirror
Large French Mid Century Sunburst-Starburst Brass Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large French midcentury sunburst-starburst brass mirror. A Great piece, the large starburst or sunburst radiates out from the centr...
Brass
Vintage Gold Foil Rounded Frame Convex Glass Mirror, France, 1940s
Located in IT
Gold foil rounded mirror with convex glass from France from 1940s period. The frame is finely engraved, the mirror is the original one. This piece has been restored in conservative w...
Giltwood
Vintage Convex Glass Brass Frame Rounded Mirror, France, 1940s
Located in IT
Brass rounded mirror with convex glass from France from 1940s period. This piece has been restored in conservative way keeping the original patina. Size: diameter 37 cm, depth 3cm. T...
Brass