Art Deco Home Accents
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
Louis-Albert Carvin French Art Deco German Shepherd Bookends, 1910s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco bookends by Louis-Albert Carvin, France, 1910s. German shepherds. Gilt spelter dogs. Marble bases. Measures: Height 7.5"(19cm), width 6"(15.3cm), depth 4.4" to 5.1"(1...
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1910s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Art Deco Patinated Spelter and Marble Bookends with Gazelle Deer and Palmtree
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A lovely pair of Art Deco bookends, with images of gazelle / deer under a palm tree. The plinth is made of Breccia marble. The figurines are made of zinc alloy, gold and green patina...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Breccia Marble, Spelter
1930's Finnigans of London Luxury Cognac Leather Suitcase Ruby Red Interior
Located in Red Lion, PA
Rare 1930s Finnigan’s of London Cognac Leather Suitcase – Red and Gilt Interior
This exceptional 1930s leather suitcase by Finnigan’s of London captures the golden age of travel wi...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Metal
Small wooden trunk
Located in Nivelles, BE
Small wooden trunk covered with fabric held by wooden slats with a beautiful black steel closure, not too large so easy to place and always useful for storing objects or bedding.
A d...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Oak
S1 Screen
Located in Milan, IT
This magnificent screen is inspired by the elegant style of Art Deco, with its reflective surfaces, bold Silhouette, and the geometric patterns of its decor. The metal bushed brass f...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Brass
Pair of Art Deco See Lions Book ends, Bronze and Marble, Black, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Pair of book ends representing sea lions. The objects are in marble and in bronze, it is signed "bronze" on the animals. These bookends were made in France in the 1940s, they are typ...
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique Mahogany Sphere Bookends c.1930-1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Pair of solid Mahogany sphere bookends with original San Juan, Puerto Rico stickers.
CREATOR Unknown. Puerto Rico.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930-1950.
MATERIALS AND...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage 1930 Magnus Reversible Globe by the Prouty Branch Company of Chicago
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scarcely seen 12" 'Magnus' Reversible Globe, the singular globe The Prouty Branch Company manufactured (ca. 1930, Chicago, USA).
Composed of paper boards over pasteboard with adjusta...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Art Deco Pair of Chromed Figurative Bookends, French, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Very stylish and rare matching pair of Art Deco bookends. These are a great find and in exceptional condition. Originating from France and dating to the 1930s both stand on marble ba...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Spelter
American Art Deco Polished Brass Bull and Bear Bookends Paperweights 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
American Art Deco Polished Brass Bull and Bear Bookends Paperweights 1950s.
Polished Brass Bull and Bear Bookends Paperweights.
Vintage American...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Brass
Double Axis Scan Globe A/S with Raised Topography A good quality Desk Globe
By Danemark
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Double Axis Scan Globe A/S with Raised Topography
A good quality Desk Scan Globe A/S (©Replogle Chicago, Hassing Kopenhagen Corporation) in Denmark, with a double axis, rotating protractors and relief raised map...
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1960s Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Paper
Pair of Silver Bronze Bookends
Located in NANTES, FR
Pair of bookends circa 1920 in silvered bronze on a portor marble base. Signed Bofill (Antoine Bofill- 1875- 1925).
In perfect condition.
Measures: Length: 17cm
Width: 10cm
Heigh...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Beautiful pair of Art Deco Bookends from the 1930s with very period fishes
Located in Knivsta, SE
A beautiful pair of Art Deco Bookends from the 1930s with very period fishes. Made in France in patinated metal with a marble base.
Wear consistent with age and use
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Metal
Vintage Charles Lindbergh Art Deco The Aviator 1929 Cast Iron Bookends - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Charles Lindbergh Art Deco "The Aviator" 1929 Cast Iron Bookends - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 5.5" H x 5" W x 1.75" D.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Iron
Bronze Art Deco Bookends by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of rare bronze Art Deco / Swedish Grace bookends with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, only a few light scratches.
Stampe...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Bronze
Seated Nude Male Bookends with Fine Bas Relief Detail
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare and very fine, this set of bronze-toned bookends feature a nude male figure in repose, his arms resting on one knee, in a Renaissance setting topped with an arched cornice and p...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Brown Leather Art Deco Faux Crocodile Small Toiletry Travel Vanity Case
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Brown Leather Art Deco Crocodile Embossed Small Toiletry Travel Vanity Case. Item features has a working lock and key, original label, very nice vintage case. Early 1900s. Me...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Leather
Single Art Deco Elephant Metal Bookend Sculpture
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This charming metal bookend featuring an elephant displays stunningly from all angles. Certainly makes a gorgeous statement in an open bookcase with antique books. Great to use on a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Wrought Iron Fire Screen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco wrought iron fire screen, with golden antelope, double sided.
Measures: Thickness 1.5cm.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of French Art Deco craquelé bookends
Located in Malibu, CA
Pair of Art Deco craquelé bookends in the form of sitting ladies. Designer unknown. France, circa 1930's.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Marble Art Deco Triangle Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Attractive pair of cut marble Art Deco triangle bookends, circa 1940s. They are in original condition with a nice patina and some small chips around the corners (please see pictures)...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble
French Art Deco Neoclassical Style Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen with Arrows
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco Neoclassical style wrought iron fireplace screen with Arrows.
Beautiful period French Art Deco Neoclassical style wrought iron fireplace screen or fire screen with ar...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of African Bronze Bookends Warrior in the Style of Hagenauer, circa 1930s
Located in Wien, AT
Pair of African bronze bookends warrior in the style of Hagenauer, circa 1930s
Wooden base.
Original condition.
Category
1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Extending Book Slide, Anglo Indian, Adjustable Bookrest, Art Deco, 1940
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage extending book slide. An Anglo-Indian, mahogany adjustable bookrest, dating to the late Art Deco period, circa 1940.
Fascinatingly distinctive book rest with unus...
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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wood
Pair of Art Deco Brass & Marble Bull and Bear Bookends
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of art deco brass bull and bear bookends. These lovely bookends feature a green marbled stone construction with a felt bottom, and a brass animal sculpture top. Each sculpture...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Brass
Industrial Art Deco Studded Trunk Suit Case
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well constructed vintage Industrial Art Deco styled trunk suit case having a thick leather handle, banded and small studs to the edging with chromed ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Metal
Pair of Art Decò Crystal Swallows Bookends by Lalique "Hirondelles" France 1980s
By Lalique
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Splendid and elegant pair of hirondelles/swallows bookends, in frosted crystal, signed Lalique, France, circa 1980s.
The bookends are in perfect vintage condition, with no chips or c...
Category
1980s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Crystal
Rare Art Deco Bookends, Indian Sculptures in Meditating Position on Marble Base
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique on 1stdibs and possibly worldwide.
It was in the early 20th century that meditation became known in Western society. Like many artists, the one who handcrafted the sculptures that were used to create these bookends probably traveled through Indonesia or India. These creative minds came back full of inspiration of all they had witnessed, because certainly back then, they entered a whole new world. The meditating males on these marble based bookends are made of silvered brass and the artist perfectly captured their serene faces, their turban head wear and their relaxed bodies. Sitting with their minds at rest and with their consciousness in the entire body or possibly focussed on breathing only, they would certainly arouse interest with western travelers...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Brass
Art Deco Female Bronze Sculpture by Michael Shacham, 1977
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial signed and numbered female figurative gilt bronze sculpture on dark green, with white veining, marble base, by sculptor Michael Shacham...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Bronze
English Brown Crocodile Handbag
Located in Queens, NY
English brown crocodile small handbag with brass trim
Category
20th Century British Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Animal Skin
Art Deco Bronze Monogram Bookends Letter L by L.E Mason Co. model PG1401
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of art Deco bookends monogrammed with the letter L, circa 1940's excellent condition very light wear, produced by L.E Mason Company.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Bronze
A Good Quality 19th Century Leather Hat Box and One Metal
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Good Quality 19th Century Leather Hat Box and One Metal
This is a sturdy piece it is made from very stiff leather and protects it contents well, the case has a flat studded bottom...
Category
1910s Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Leather
Vintage the Thinker Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage pair of "Thinker" Bookends. This pair has an Art Deco styling. They are solid and have a presence. Cast metal pieces that are evocative of classical styles. These bookends we...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Metal
A Leather Bound “Osilite” Trunk Suit Case by H J Cave & Sons
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Leather Bound “Osilite” Trunk Suit Case by H J Cave & Sons
The trunk is dark bound in leather, it has reinforced corners with studs, a removable tray and t...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Leather, Faux Leather
Pair of Frosted Crystal Hirondelle / Swallow Bookends by Lalique of France
By Lalique
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of gorgeous frosted crystal Hirondelle / Swallow bookends by Lalique of France, circa 1980s. The bookends are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measure ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Wooden Bookends, 1950s, Set of 2
Located in KUTNO, PL
An exquisite pair of Art Deco style bookends, crafted from solid wood , showcases a bold geometric design with sculptural spherical accents. The rich grain of the wood accentuates th...
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1950s Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wood
Antique Art Deco Bronze Figural Male & Female Character Sculptural Bookends
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of Art Deco bronze figural bookends are signed, but the artist could not be identified. It is presumed this pair of bookends was made in Austria in approximately 1920 in th...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Granite, Bronze
Art Deco Vintage Leather Travel Grooming Set with Toiletry Pieces
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage leather travel grooming set with toiletry pieces by Industria Argentina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Argentine Art Deco Home Accents
Pair of Art Deco Shell-Shaped Bookends, Italy, 1930s
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Step into timeless elegance with this exquisite pair of Italian Art Deco bookends from the glamorous 1930s. Meticulously hand-carved from rich beech wood, each piece is sculpted into...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Beech
20th Century Louis Vuitton Auto Trunk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
20th Century Louis Vuitton car trunk covered in rare red Vuittonite
Rexine.
With LV stamped rivets, catches and locks, the outer case has some ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Art Deco faceted ball bookends in oak with metal decorations, France
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A French Art Deco style vintage pair of bookends made of solid oak wood. Each piece features two faceted balls, one smaller than the other, enhanced with metal decorative studs.
Th...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Wooden Bookends, 1950s, Set of 2
Located in KUTNO, PL
An exquisite pair of Art Deco style bookends, crafted from solid wood , showcases a bold geometric design with sculptural spherical accents. The rich grain of the wood accentuates th...
Category
1930s Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wood
Just Andersen, Denmark. Pair of Art Deco bookends. Saint George and the Dragon
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Just Andersen, Denmark.
A pair of Art Deco bookends in "disko" metal featuring Saint George and the Dragon.
Model number 1626.
From the 1940s.
In excellent condition with a nice pat...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Bronze Cat Bookends by Alexandre Kéléty. France 1925
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Bronze Cat Sculpture Bookends, by Alexandre Kelety. France 1925. Fantastic details.
Biography
He was active as an artist, sculptor, paint...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Bronze
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...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Crocodile
Art Deco Solid Bronze Hagenauer Style Sculptural Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Art Deco solid bronze Hagenauer Style Bookends.
Category
1930s Unknown Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Metal
Midcentury wooden Schnauzer bookends, France circa 1950s
Located in Firenze, IT
Midcentury bookends
wooden carved Schnauzer dogs with glass eyes
France circa 1940s
H 19 cm - 6.5 x 13.5 cm
Numbered on the base
Conditions: very good consistent with age and use
Category
1950s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wood
1930s Art Deco Bookends Beige Marble Hand Carved 3 Colors Sphere Rectangle Base
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of 1930s Art Deco French Marble bookends with different types of marble in black and light pink.
No markings.
A great addition to Your Bo...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Sculpture Terrier Dog Bust Bookends M. Louis Fiot, 1920
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco West Highland Terrier Bookends by Maximilian Fiot, c. 1920.
A superb pair of bronze bookends depicting West Highland terriers in different p...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Vintage Art Deco Brass Siam Couple Kissing Sculpture Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of antique cast iron bookends depicting an Asian kissing couple. These Art Deco pieces are dense in weight and beauty. The sc...
Category
1940s American Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Brass
Art Deco marble and bronze bookcase
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
French Art Deco Marble and Bronze Dove Bookends
Pair of French Art Deco bookends, crafted in polished black marble and silver-plated bronze. Each piece features a rectangular marble ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Art Deco ceramic Squirrels bookends, 1940's, France, animals
Located in BELFORT, FR
Pair of French Art Deco bookends, black ceramic Squirells on wood base. Perfect condition.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Vintage Horton & Hubbard Cari-Lite Hard Luggage Travel Suitcase - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Horton & Hubbard Cari-Lite Hard Luggage Travel Suitcase - a Pair. Item features has a slight variation in color, hard frames, fitted interior, ver...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Wrought Iron Fire Screen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco wrought iron fire screen, with golden antelope, double sided.
Measures: Thickness 1.5cm.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Art Deco Brass "Scroll" Bookends by Chase & Co. Rare
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare pair of art deco brass "scroll" bookends by Chase & Co., circa 1930s. These are very early Chase bookends that had a limited production run and appeared for the only time in Ch...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Brass
"End of the Trail" Bronze Patinated Cast Iron Bookends by Pompeian Bronze
By James Earle Fraser
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of bronze patinated cast iron bookends "End of Trail" by Pompeian Bronze Co., circa 1920s. The bookends are exact replicas of the famous "End of the Trail" statue sculpted by James Earle Fraser...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Pair of Art Deco Cast Brass & Cold Painted Bookends with Perched Owls
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of Art Deco cast brass and cold-painted bookends are signed by an unknown maker, but presumed to have been made in the United States in approximately 1925. The front faces ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Brass
Arts and Crafts Marquetry Fire Screen
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Marquetry Fire Screen
This piece hails from the 1920s it is probably from the Rowley Gallery of Kensington, it made in an Oak frame and has an inlaid marquetry pan...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Home Accents
Materials
Wood
Art Deco home accents for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco home accents 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 home accents created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco home accents made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original home accents, popular names associated with this style include Max Le Verrier, Louis Vuitton, Walter Von Nessen, and Chase and Co.. 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 home accents differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $156 and tops out at $71,400 while the average work can sell for $1,597.