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Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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

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
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Architecture book by Le Corbusier published in France in 1938
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
"Canons, ammunition? Thank you ! Homes... PLEASE" book by Le Corbusier in 1938. Editions l'Architecture d'Aujourd'hui, Collection de l'Equipement de la Civilisation Machiniste, 1938,...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Paul Jouve Book Paperback AFRIQUE ÉQUATORIALE FRANÇAISE Terres et races d'avenir
Located in Ulm, DE
AFRIQUE ÉQUATORIALE FRANÇAISE, Terres et races d'avenir Text by René Maran / illustrated by Paul Jouve paperback including 11 original full-page, black, off-text compositions printed...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Compact lacquered black and gold powder puff mirror - Art Deco - 1920 France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very elegant Compact in black and gold lacquered gilt metal. Art Deco period. Golden border around the edge Golden interior. Winged dragon motifs in the center and geometric shapes. Beautiful symmetry of the typical Art Deco pattern. It contains a Mirror and its original Puff. Stamped "Graziella France" around the mirror and "Graziella France Deposed" at the bottom of the powder compartment. The compact has an ideal size to be carried in a pocket or a handbag. Its elegant pattern and colors will make it a magnificent decorative object on a dressing table. Graziella comes from Latin and means grace, charm. It is the first name of the heroine of the love novel by a famous French author, Lamartine, in the middle of the 19th century. A pretty name is therefore well chosen for a Parisian French cosmetics...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Art Deco French Geometric Chrome & Enamel Ladies Powder Compact, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
This is a really cute and rare find, a 1930's Art Deco compact with the most delightful enamel decoration, featuring a red geometric design on a chrome casing. The interior is an eng...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Enamel, Chrome

Art Deco Watling Enameled Floor Penny Scale
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco red enameled metal floor penny scale by Watling Chicago Co., mirror to front, Measures: 48.25" H x 17" W x 25" D. In good condition. Wear consis...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal, Enamel

Paris 1937 -- Exposition Internationale
By Eugene Beaudoin and Marcel Lods
Located in London, GB
Original French poster for the Exposition International in Paris, 1937. This award-winning Art Deco design was created by Eugene Beaudoin (1898-1983) and Marcel Lods...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

Uranium HOBE Festoon Bib Glass Necklace Earrings Hollywood 1930s Jewelry
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Black Japanned Prog setting filled with Emerald, Peridot, and Citrine Rhinestones in Round, Emerald and Teardrop Cut. The Citrine Rhinestones are Vaseline Glass and Glow Brilliantly under UV light. Oversized stones and incredible detail make this Hobé set a piece of Costume Jewelry History. The Earring’s fit very securely and are constructed with a built in cushion roller for comfort. They measure 1.25” The Necklace is a Festoon Bib with jointed connectors creating a tailored fit that moves along with you. This stunning necklace will glitter and sparkle with every breath while lighting up the room. One jewel connection is fused, this might be an old repair, pictured. The Necklace measures 15” long Each piece is signed Hobé with the signature used 1920’s to the 1950’s. HOBE Jewelry The original Hobe family was in business in the US from 1927 to 1995. William Hobe...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Copper

Art Deco Two English Pottery Glass Eyed Dog Figures
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Two delightful English Art Deco pottery novelty dog figures with glass eyes made by Fielding’s and Crown Devon and dating from the 1930’s. The small figures portray two small puppy d...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ceramic

His Masters Voice Large Advertising Paper Mache RCA Store Display 'Nipper' Dog
By Old King Cole
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large advertising store display 'Nipper' dog was made by the Old King Cole Company of Ohio, and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a period Art Deco style. The sculpture is done entirely of a molded paper mache which has been hand painted with a white ground, and black accents with some gold finish on the collar. This RCA advertising store display has been restored at some time, as evidenced by the re-painting of the entire sculpture. There is some overall wear as presented in the photos and consistent with age and use,. This figural advertising 'Nipper' dog is clearly signed with a red paper label for the 'Old King Cole Company' inside the hind quarter with the crown logo. These store display Nipper dogs were done for several years for RCA, and the first ones were done in paper mache, and later done in fiberglass and the last renditions done in a molded plastic. This advertising sculpture...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Italian Art-Deco Humidor
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Silver plated, art-deco humidor featuring reproductions of the famous Bassae Frieze which depicts a battle between the Trojans and the Amazons.
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver

Large Vintage Cartier Jewelry Red Ruby French Gold Silk Scarf Pillow White Cream
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pillow maker. Gaining notability for her unique idea and creations back in 2013 - featured in the likes of the Financial Times, and first selling here on 1stdibs in 2016 - our creations are of the absolute top most quality, craftsmanship and finesse. Thank-you for looking. Title: Large Vintage Cartier Jewelry Red Ruby French Silk Scarf with Linen Pillow Gold White Cream Large custom made one-of-a-kind luxury cushion (pillow) created from an exquisite rare vintage pure silk Cartier fashion scarf in a striking print. It illustrates exotic panthers adorned with fabulous jewels in bold diagonals against an off-white, cream ground. Two elegantly prowl along thick luxurious gold chains above and below a prominent third central panther in white gold / or platinum playfully balancing a previous precious red jewel sphere in a statuesque pose. Elaborately framed in an exotic cat print pattern of pave set diamonds and elegant onyx stone, just like a lavish item of jewelry. The scarf’s panther theme is a variation of the famous ‘haute joaillerie’ piece originally created for Dutchess of Windsor Wallace Simpson. Considered one of jeweler Jean Toussaint's greatest triumphs for the Parisian brand, an empire which originated in 1847 with Louis-François Cartier, and one of his most whimsical, timeless and symbolic creations recognised all around the world. Cartier is a luxury Parisian empire which originated in 1847 with Louis-François Cartier and is recognised all around the world for their high end creations. The lavishly bejewelled creatures appear to be a reference to the brand’s signature necklaces, bracelets and earrings. On a thick quality twill silk with beautiful texture, diagonal grain and subtle sheen. It has a beautiful soft sumptuous feel to the touch and is in perfect condition. Backed in new 100% pure Irish linen, the aristocrat of textiles and certified by the Irish Linen Guild, lined in a layer of natural bamboo cloth, filled with new custom-made plush duck feather insert and a concealed zip. The traditional oatmeal color linen is a combination of the unbleached raw colour of the natural flax plant on the weft intertwined with pristine white on the warp, resulting in a beautiful melange effect. This bold and popping oversized design is without a doubt the ultimate luxurious statement piece and bijou accessory for an interior. Elegant, majestic, regal and glamorous it conjures sophistication and seductive luxury with an essence of feminine style. ‘The panther is the proud leader of the pack of precious animals that make up the famous Cartier menagerie.’ Assouline Publication A contemporary cushion (pillow) constructed with antique elements by using fragments of precious fabric. Also see our other items listed here on 1stdibs which include a wide array and colourful rainbow of complimentary pieces. We also have this similar print in two other colourways, both listed here on 1stdibs, sapphire blue accents on a cream ground, and a spectacular green, which would be extremely complementary as a pair or set. Contemporary cushion (pillow) constructed with antique elements by using fragments of precious fabric. Handcrafted in Ireland By designer-maker Katie Larmour This cushion is a one-of-a-kind and part of a sustainability project. It has been created from a repurposed, up-cycled, recycled fabric, used with the intentions on promoting a more eco-friendly environment. We both celebrate and cherish the past and take care with rare and precious vintage and antique materials. (this cushion frame can also be reversed back into a scarf and presented in a frame on request) Note on condition: This particular scarf displays slight markings, these are tiny, faint and barely noticeable. They are small, almost like dirty marks but the piece is fully laundered, likely very small colour transfers, perhaps during ironing in its previous life. They are small and just about visible in the photographs. We rarely create scarf cushions from non perfect specimens but in this instance the item is extremely beautiful. This is mentioned for clarity. We feel they do not take away from the item’s charm and beauty. This can be expected in vintage, formerly used / pre-loved textiles, there is no structural damage (no rips, plucks, holes, tears, snags, frays), or restoration. It is a very special colour way that we don’t come across often. Tags: Red, blood, antique gold, white gold, silver, yellow, ochre, blue, grey (gray), soft black, ivory and off white, topaz, diamond, diamonds, jewels, gemstone, glitter, sparkle, gems, jewellery sapphire, onyx, necklace, watch, chain, bracelet, brooch, earrings, pendant, trinket, cats, leopard, African, exotic, bamboo, rattan, velvet, Mid Century Modern, European...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Textile, Linen, Silk

Canadian WW1 21st Regiment Soldier's Uniform Buttons, Badges & Medals Grouping
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This grouping of some three dozen WW1 items come from the estate of CPL. D.C Stewart who served in the Infantry of the 21st Regiment of the Canadian Armed Fo...
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Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Art Deco Metal Post Office Box Covers with Lock
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Gorgeous Art Deco style metal post office box covers. There are three available. The edges have a Greek key motif around the edges. A lock at the top i...
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20th Century American Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal, Brass

Paul Poiret's Two Editions de Luxe
Located in New York, NY
Paul Poiret's career began in the Belle Epoque, when fashion was defined by imprisoning corsets, restrictive tailoring, and ethereal colors. Opening his own fashion house in 1904, he...
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Early 1900s French Antique Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Tin Botanize-Barrel with Hunting Boy and Dogs
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique botanize-barrel with a hunting boy and two large dogs. A red antique tin with a beautiful rounded and oval or cilinder shape with a lid and a string to wear around the neck. This lithographic tin box was made in Belgium. This beautiful tin could also be used as a lunch box. A great tin to display on a child's mannequin. Antique Tin - Decorative Tin -Antique Botanize Barrel - botany vasculum - botanical box...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Tin

Large Vintage Cartier Jewelry French Gold Peach Pink Silk Scarf Pillow Linen
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pillow maker. Gaining notability for her unique idea and creations back in 2013 - featured in the likes of the Financial Times, and first selling here on 1stdibs in 2016 - our creations are of the absolute top most quality, craftsmanship and finesse. Thank-you for looking. Title: Large vintage Cartier jewelry french gold peach pink silk scarf...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Textile, Linen, Silk

Large Vintage Cartier Jewelry Blue Sapphire French Gold Silk Scarf Pillow
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pillow maker. Gaining notability for her unique idea and creations back in 2013 - featured in the like...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Linen, Silk, Textile

Art Deco Bakelite Star-Shaped Cocktail Muddlers in Dice Motif Holder
Located in Nantucket, MA
Eight white Bakelite cocktail muddlers with rounded star-form ends on straight cylindrical shafts. The large Bakelite die form stand of mottled red w...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bakelite

1920s Art Deco Tip of Walrus Tusks Salt and Pepper Shakers with Silver Bottom
Located in Haarlem, NL
This unique salts and pepper shaker set is made from the tips of walrus tusks. Look at this pretty powerful line pattern. This very elegant Art Deco shak...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Three-Piece Christening Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver christening set in the Art Deco style, boxed; an addition to our collection of silver christening gifts. This exceptional antique George VI sterling silver christening set consists of a napkin ring, an egg cup and a spoon. The surfaces of the napkin ring and egg cup are plain and embellished with applied crown motifs incorporating the date ‘1937’ and initials ‘GVI’*. The plain rounded egg cup is ornamented with an elongated indented border to the pedestal and is supported by a stepped octagonal foot, all in the Art Deco style. The napkin ring has a plain quadrilateral shaped form with a convex curved anterior surface, bearing the aforementioned motif. The spoon is embellished with the engraved initials ‘GVI’ amidst collared bands to the stem and features an impressive crown shaped terminal. The reverse surface of the spoon is plain and features a tapering heel to the bowl. The pieces of this antique Art Deco style christening set are fitted to the original hinged leatherette box with satin and velvet lined interior, secured with a push fit catch. The anterior maroon leatherette surface of the box cover is embellished with a central cream panel encompassed with a gold scrolling border and accented with the royal cypher depicting ‘GVIR, 1937’ below the royal coronet. The interior of the cover bears the retailer’s mark ‘By appointment to H.M The King, The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd, 112 Regent Street, London, W.1’. This impressive christening set was crafted by the renowned and highly collectable silversmith Robert Edgar Stone; the posterior surface of the napkin ring bears R. E. Stone’s signature in addition to the full hallmarks. Each component of this set will have been crafted in the same year but due to the hallmarking system the egg cup and napkin ring are struck with the date letter ‘b’ and the spoon bears ‘a’. This set was crafted to commemorate the coronation of George VI (1895-1952), which took place at Westminster Abbey in London on 12th May 1937 Condition This antique christening...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Collection of Catalogs 1925 Paris Decorative Arts Expo
Located in Doylestown, PA
An important collection of 11 various catalogs from the 1925 Partis Decorative Arts Exposition, including a large edition of iron works, the “Pavillion of Excellence” the Polish, Cze...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Petite Art Deco Flapper Girl Pin Cushion Half Doll
Located in Devon, England
Very delicate and petite Art Deco flapper girl, half nude with black bob hair cut without stretched arms. An unusual size and beautifully detail...
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ceramic

La Fenice “Albisola “Centerpiece Ceramic 1930 Italy
Located in Milano, IT
La Fenice “Albisola“ centerpiece ceramic 1930 Italy.
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ceramic

Art Deco Pin Cushion Doll Head by William Goebel
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this petite and very skillfully painted Art Deco pin cushion head manufactured by the German factory of William Goebel. Measuri...
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ceramic

Sue et Mare: Et La Compagnie des Arts Francais, (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
A fine hard back book in a fine dust jacket. 300 page monograph which is well illustrated with photographs and drawings about leading Art Deco/early 20th century designers Louis Sue ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage Electric Company Meter Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
This is a wonderful piece of suburban folk art and mid-century Americana. It is a vintage 'bench made' table lamp incorporating an actual working electric company meter. When the l...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Nijni Et Stone 'French Ballet'
Located in London, GB
Original French poster for Nijni et Stone French ballet poster from the 1930s This wonderful Art Deco design was created by Obrad Nicolitch (1898-1979) ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

German Porcelain Model of Two Dogs by Gerold Porzellan
Located in London, GB
German porcelain model of two dogs by Gerold Porzellan German, Early 20th Century Height 14cm, width 15cm, depth 6cm This sweet porcelain figure was crafted by the Gerold Porzellan ...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Porcelain

"Footlight Parade / Viva le Donne" Original Italian Film Poster
Located in London, GB
Original Italian film poster for Footlight Parade (1933) This poster features a great Art Deco design. The film starred James Cagney, Joan Blondell a...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Die Schonen Tage Von Aranjuez / Polisens Villebrad Original Swedish Film Poster
Located in London, GB
Original Swedish film poster from the 1933. The film is comedy starring Brigitte Helm, who made her name in Metropolis in 1927. The film is about a famous jewellery thief moving in a...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

Unique French Art DÉco Picnic Case Creme-White Hornback Croco Leather 1930s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Unusual handcrafted Art Deco picnic case out of croco leather with hornback. The interior of the picnic case is missing. The object is sewn together and ed...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Crocodile

French Mid-Century Mirrored Miniature Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
French Mid-Century (1940s) pink mirrored rectangular miniature cabinet with 2 doors and bevelled trim on lacquered base with mahogany interior
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Lacquer, Mahogany

Shagreen Bag
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Shagreen bag original from the 1930s in good original condition . Handle is 50cm long , bag with handle is 50cm high
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20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Shagreen, Suede

Shagreen Bag
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Important Linocut Print and Unique Biographical Documents for Eduard Ulreich
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Both a unique work of art and an extraordinary historical document, this print and group of documents were created by Eduard Buk Ulreich, best known as a muralist for Radio City Musi...
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1960s American Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

French Diamond Neglige Platinum and 18-Karat
Located in New York, NY
A stunning original Art Deco three-carat of cushion/european diamonds set in a neglige of two floral drops with smaller diamonds along the chain and bar set in platinum along a plati...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Platinum

Ciner Art Deco Style Swarovski Crystal Statement Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Ferndale, MI
Swarovski crystals make these stunning and gorgeous statement earrings perfect for that glamorous look. Vintage 1980s punch with Art Deco timeless style. Gold plated white metal (the...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Crystal, Metal

Official Uruguay 1930 F.I.F.A. World Cup Poster, Art Deco Football, Soccer
By Guillermo Laborde
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Official Uruguay 1930 F.I.F.A. World Cup Poster, Art Deco Football, Soccer, 92 year-old poster for the first World Cup, held in Uruguay in 1930. Pos...
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Mid-20th Century Uruguayan Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Art Deco collectibles and curiosities for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco collectibles and curiosities 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 collectibles and curiosities created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco collectibles and curiosities made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original collectibles and curiosities, popular names associated with this style include Cartier, Louis Vincent Aronson, Alfred Dunhill, and Zenith. 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 collectibles and curiosities differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $49 and tops out at $248,500 while the average work can sell for $1,110.

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