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
- 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.
Style: Art Deco
Color: Silver
1920s English Small Silver Glass Matchstriker
Located in Stamford, CT
1920s petite English glass and sterling silver match striker.
Makers mark on the silver rim.
Matches shown in photos are not included.
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940's Green Carved Bakelite and Silver Plate Floral Brooch
Located in Seguin, TX
Vintage circa 1940's carved green bakelite and silver plate pin or brooch. Carved floral round bakelite cabochon prong set in silver plate relief f...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Ltd Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver cigarette box in the Art Deco style; an addition to the ornamental silverware collection.
This exc...
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1960s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
11 Piece Antique Sterling Silver & Blue Guilloche Enamel Ladies Dresser Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large antique ladies dresser or vanity set is hallmarked by an unknown maker, and presumed to have originated from the United States and da...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Art Deco Period Sterling Silver-Mounted Glass Owl-Form Match Striker
Located in New York, NY
Rare, Art Deco Period, sterling silver-mounted glass owl-form match striker (with original glass eyes), London, England, year-hallmarked for 1925. Excellent detail.
Matches are stru...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case with Floral & Ribbon Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver and enamel cigarette case is hallmarked by an unknown maker and is presumed to have been made in Austria in approximately 1920. The case is composed of .800 silver and ha...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Set of 12 Art Deco Silver-Plated Knife Rests in the Manner of Christofle
By Christofle
Located in London, GB
Set of 12 Art Deco Silver-plated knife rests in the manner of Christofle
French, 20th Century
Fish (eg.): 3cm x 10cm wide x 2.5cm depth.
This charming set consists of twelve Art...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver Plate
Stunning English Solid Sterling Silver 1936 Art Deco Style Cigarette Dispenser
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this lovely 1936 solid sterling silver art deco cigarette dispenser
A very good looking and well made piece, full...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Plated Fishing Reel Trophy
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This silver trophy was designed to celebrate the winner of an angling competition. Three fishing rods with large reels intersect over one another, forming a three-pronged base for the trophy. Looped onto the rods is a wreath, signifying victory for the recipient of the trophy. The chalice of the trophy is clear and nondescript, free of any markings or initials. Well maintained and sturdy, this is an excellent example of antique silver craftsmanship.
Sportfishing began in earnest in 15th century England...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver & Guilloche Enamel Ashtrays, C.1929
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century Art Deco pair of solid silver ash trays, applied with a beautiful blue enamelled borders, Hallmarked English Silver (925 standard), Birmingham, year 1929 (E), Ma...
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20th Century British Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Monumental Polish Silver Hanukkah Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century monumental, silver Hanukkah lamp made in Poland. Designed in an Art-Deco style, the lamp is decorated with floral motifs at its base, while a detailed figure of an eagle appears at the top of its central, supporting pillar, overlooking the eight candleholders and the servant light.
Marked with Polish marks.
Every item in Menorah Galleries...
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Early 20th Century Polish Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Stunning Sterling Silver and Lapis Minaudiere Clutch Purse
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Rare and unusual high style sterling silver evening clutch with lapis. The interior is fitted with a mirror and compartments for cosmetics. The s...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Lipstick Holder in Silver, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small lipstick holder in 830/1000 silver. Intricate guilloché around its perimeter. It weights in around 50 gr. and is signed by the maker and Hallma...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Antique Alabaster Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver, alabaster and lapis lazuli match striker; an addition to our ornamental collection.
This exceptional antique George V sterling silver and alabaster match striker has a globular form.
The surface of the alabaster body has a carved textured finish which composes a match striker.
The body of this antique match striker...
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1910s British Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Turquoise Guilloche and Sterling Chatelaine Tiny Ring Compact
Located in Topeka, KS
Art Deco turquoise guilloche and sterling chatelaine tiny ring compact with hand-painted flower design.
Perfect for primping! This somewhat ball...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Enamel, Sterling Silver
English Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Holder Case
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Art Deco period sterling silver tobacco cigarette holder case, circa early-20th century, England. Marked 'Sterling' on inside...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Royal Doulton Devil/ Mephistopheles Sterling Mounted Matchsafe, 1926
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare Royal Doulton devil/ Mephistopheles sterling mounted match safe, 1926, The front decorated with slip decorated portrait of the Prince of Darkness holding a match, the back with an inverted heart...
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20th Century English Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco, Sterling Silver-Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, London, year hallmarked for 1926. Measures almost 2 1/2 inches high x almost 2 3/4 inches diameter. Dark spots in ph...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver and Blue Guilloche Enamel Ladies Dresser Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This three piece sterling silver and guilloche enameled dresser set was made in England in circa 1920 in the period Art Deco style. The set is compo...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pflueger Summit 1993-L Engraved and Jeweled Fishing Reel with Box, Bag & Papers
By Pflueger
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This bait fishing reel was made by Pflueger of the United States in the period and style of the Art Deco era. The reel is plated with nickel silver and intricately engraved with jewe...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Alfred Dunhill Sterling Silver 'Club Clock' Lighter, 1929
Located in London, GB
Alfred Dunhill, London
A very scarce Sterling silver table lighter with clock, the body with fine linear pattern is complete with Dunhill’s trademark signed, ‘lift-arm’. The Club ...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Very Rare P H Vogel & Co Antique Shagreen Cigarette Case Silver & Gold Gilt
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning antique PH Vogel & Co silver and gold gilt cigarette case
A very rare good looking and functional piece of collectible smoking equ...
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Anglo-Indian Art Deco Silver Presentation Casket
Located in London, GB
This Anglo-Indian silver casket is inscribed on a central panel to the front with the following: 'Presented to / Mr. A. L. Guildford, B.Sc. M.I.E....
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Early 20th Century Indian Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Antique Circuito del Montenero 6 a Coppa Ciano Italian 800. Silver Trophy Cup
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Circuito del Montenero 6 a Coppa Ciano Italian 800. silver trophy cup
Made in Italy, 1932
Hallmarked for 800. silver.
The Coppa Ciano was an automobile race held in Italy. Originally referred to as Coppa Montenero or Circuito Montenero, the Coppa Ciano name was officially in use between 1927 and 1939.
In 1927, the Livorno-born politician Costanzo Ciano donated a victory trophy: the Coppa Ciano. At first, this was awarded to the victor in a separate sports car race, run within a week of the Coppa Montenero. In 1929, however, the Coppa Ciano was merged into the main event and at the same time became the name most often used.
In the 1930s, Italian Hall of Fame driver Tazio Nuvolari won this race five times, more than any other driver. In his 1936 victory he made his way through the field, beating the otherwise superior German cars. This victory was one of the reasons leading to the Italian Grand Prix being held at the Montenero circuit in 1937, instead of the usual venue, Monza.
The 1939 race was run to Voiturette regulations and became the last before World War II stopped all racing for many years. In 1947 the 20th and final edition of the Coppa Montenero was run, with 1500 cc unsupercharged cars. At that point, due to Costanzo Ciano's connections with the now abolished Fascist regime, it was no longer called Coppa Ciano.
The race was held in 1932, 31 of July and the trophy was awarded to the Alpha Romeo team.
Dimensions: 23.5 x 17.5 x 28 cm
Weight: 870 grams
Condition: Trophy is in original Antique state...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
French Art Deco Laquered Cigarette Case in Silver, circa 1930
Located in Beirut, LB
This silver hallmarked Art Deco cigarette case is in black enamel with red and green geometrical typical design from the Art Deco period.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Clip Earrings in Silver and Yellow Jade, Angel Wings, France, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of highly stylized clip-on earrings made from 830/1000 silver and set with yellow jade stones. Anonymous French silversmith circa 1925 in the ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Jade, Silver
Art Deco Silver, Risqué Nude Enamel Cigarette or Card Case Padgett & Braham
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Magnificent Art Nouveau silver and risqué nude enamel cigarette or card case by Padgett & Braham Ltd
This is an exceptional Art Nouve...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Large, Art Deco, Sterling Silver-Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
By Henry Perkins & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Large, Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, London, 1931, Henry Perkins and Sons - makers. Measures 2 3/4 inches high x 3 1/2 inches in diameter. Dark sp...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen #64 Sterling Silver Bar Cufflinks Design by Henry Pilstrup
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toledo, OH
Georg Jensen sterling silver # 64 bar cuff links designed by Henry Pilstrup, circa 1937. Very good condition. Dimension: .88" W x .19" depth with a weight of 14.3 grams.
Category
1930s European Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Art Deco English Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Scent Bottle
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Art Deco English sterling silver and guilloche enamel scent bottle
The bottle of this charming scent is beautifully rounded shaped like a small pumpkin
The silver lid is set of...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Enamel
Art Deco Silver Heart Brooch by Hans Hansen, Denmark, 1930s
By Hans Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Brooch composed of ten connected hearts designed by Hans Hansen of Denmark (1884-1940), circa 1930s; measuring approximate 1.5” in diameter; marked: 830 S. Rare, highly collectible, ...
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Racing Car Sterling Cigarette Case, Mercedes Benz, Automobilia, circa 1918
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
A magnificent and extremely rare sterling silver engraved cigarette case depicting a stylized Racing car. The car has the emblem of Mercedes Benz.
Marked UK Birmingham Sterling silver, Henry Clifford Davis 1918.
A beautiful and exceptionally rare racing car case...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Austrian Pair of Cufflinks in Mother-of-Pearl
Located in Kitzbuhel, AT
Charming pair of mother-of-pearl cufflinks in 800 silver. The cufflinks have a left and right hand portrait of a Lady in dark brown mother-of-pearl in Art Deco design. Handmade in Au...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Extremely stylish and totally original are these matching pair of English 1930s Art Deco modernist enamel gents cufflinks. Fabulous geometric patterning and color, with a slight mode...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Enamel, Silver Leaf
Jean Despres Paris "Bijoux-Moteurs" Style Silver Deco Brooch
By Jean Despres
Located in Sharon, CT
A beautiful, 1930s Jean Despres (1889-1980) deco silver brooch inspired by modern Industrial forms. Signed.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
20th Century Art Deco Revival Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Roma, RM
Commemorative sterling silver cigarette case made in 1944, in aid of "RCAF War II case No. 9 Air Observer School 1944 - St. Johns, Quebec - " The silver cigarette case weighs about 1...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jade and Sterling Silver Matchbox Cover by Edward Farmer
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An Art Deco sterling silver and carved jade matchbook cover by Edward Farmer NYC . The carved oval jadeite held with 14 k gold pins on a sterling base. Signed, rare, one of a kind.
Category
1920s American Vintage Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Jade, Sterling Silver
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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