Art Deco Armchairs
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
Timeless, finely crafted sheepskin leather and wooden Art Deco design armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
If you love Art Deco furniture, this sheep leather armchair is the perfect addition for you. This armchair shows how sleek, streamlined, and rounded shapes can effortlessly come toge...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin
JIndrich Halabala re-upholstered patinated bentwood lounge chairs from the 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
JIndrich Halabala re-upholstered patinated bentwood lounge chairs from the 1930s, Czech Republic.
These iconic lounge chairs originate from Czechia and date back to around 1930. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
Fine Pair of Art Deco Bergères , France 1930's
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Deco bergères.
Stanied wood frames with carved details
on the central backrest of the frame.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
American Art Deco / Machine Age Tubular Chrome Swivel Armchairs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic 1930s American Art Deco / Machine Age tubular chrome swivel armchairs, amazing form, patina, all original, retain original oil cloth roun...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Futuro Armchair (Pair)
Located in Queens, NY
2 Contemporary "Futuro" American Art Deco-style armchairs, constructed of hand-forged bronze in a modern design that highlights contrasting geometric forms and texture (PRICED EACH)
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Fine Pair of Rosewood Art Deco Club Chairs, France, Paul Follot
Located in Queens, NY
Fine Pair of Rosewood Art Deco Club Chairs, France, Paul Follot
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
4 Fine French Art Deco Walnut Armchairs by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
Four fine French Art Deco walnut bridge armchairs by Jules Leleu with bronze sabots.
Documented.
Price is per chair.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of 2 Story Book Dutch Brutalist Wabi Sabi Oak Rush Lounge Chairs ca. 1935
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Two lovely solid oak chairs with a rush seat from the 30's.
Fit perfectly with the style of designers such as Axel Einar Hjorth, Charlotte Perriand, Jean Touret and Charles Dudouyt....
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Functionalist bentwood lounge chair no.668 Thonet Debrecen
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Functionalist bentwood lounge chair by no.668 Thonet Debrecen in very good original condition.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Bentwood
Antique French Art Deco Carved Walnut Wing Club Lounge Parlor Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Art Deco Carved Walnut Winged Parlor Club Chair. Item features a unique carved walnut shapely frame, tapered legs, floral carved pediment, very nice antique item, grea...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Chair
Located in New York, NY
chair.
Category
1980s Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mohair, Wood
Pair of French Art Deco Macassar Club Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic near pair of French Art Deco period armchairs featuring a unique architectural open design with "U" form front arm supports and wide flat arms. The design is heightened wit...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Macassar, Fabric, Wood
Pair of French Art Deco Tubular Pink Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Art Deco tubular chrome sleigh back Armchairs with pink upholstery (PRICED AS Pair)
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Referenced Armchairs by Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfectly proportioned pair of tall armchairs by renowned French 1940s furniture designer and interior decorator Jean-Charles Moreux. Perfect for a chic...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Muslin, Upholstery
Pair of Art Deco French Beige Upholstered Wooden Tub Chairs with Step Back Arms
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Art Deco French mahogany tub / parlor chairs in a bergère style with a low curved horseshoe back, step back arms, tufted beige upholstery in a satin finish with piping and re...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Scarlet Armchair DEDAR Red Cotton Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Scarlet Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Scarlet puts a modern twist on the traditional armchair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Lacquer
Original French Art Deco Lounge Chair and Original Soft Comfy Fabric, circa 1935
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Armchair Upholstered in Bouclé, Europe ca 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Art Deco (or streamline moderne, as it’s often referred to), was originally named Art Décoratifs. The design style received its “Art Deco” name after the Exposition Internationale de...
Category
1930s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Set of Two Rare Design Armchairs Model H221, Designed by Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Manufakturer: UP Závody Brno, Czechoslovakia
- Functionalism
- Chrome parts have some signs use
- Original upholstery
- Good, original condition
- circa 1920.
Category
1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Fine French Art Deco Armchairs by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of fine French Art Deco stained beech "bridge" armchairs by Jules Leleu.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
4 Armchairs 1940, France, Style: Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
4 Armchairs
The chairs are repainted before delivery.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you h...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Set of 12 Fine French Art Deco Walnut Chairs by Jules Leleu (10 Side and 2 Arm)
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of twelve fine French 1940s dining chairs (ten side and two arm) with intertwining curved wooden backs and original off-white lacquer finish.
Dimensions:
Chairs: H: 37" W: 1...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Armchairs by Paul Follot
By Paul Follot
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paul Follot (1877 – 1941) - A pair of Fine French Art Deco beech framed armchairs with a floral carved openwork on each side.
Bibliography: "Paul Follot, un puriste en Art Deco, 187...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
English Art Deco Armchair C.1930
Located in London, GB
English Art Deco Armchair C.1930
Of neat proportions, having been recently upholstered in a duck egg blue cotton velvet.
England, C.1930.
D67cm
H89cm
W70cm
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Coppia di poltrone Art Decò strutttura in legno
Located in Lugo, IT
Coppia di poltroncine Art Deco.
Tessuto originale del periodo con qualche imperfezione
Le poltrone presentano segni di tarlo ma non di attività.
Non conoscendo quale attività contro ...
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1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Sheepskin Art Deco design armchair in good condition, finished with black piping
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful sheepskin armchair embraces the sleek, geometric, and almost mechanical shapes characteristic of Art Deco design. It is finished with black piping and features charmin...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin
1940s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- newly upholstered
- wooden parts have been carefully refurbished
- height of seat 42 cm.
Category
1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art deco Thonet armchairs no.428
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco Thonet armchairs no.428 executed by Thonet Debrecen. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
1930s Hungarian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Pair of Art Deco Macassar Ebony Armchairs By Maison Dominique
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Art Deco Macassar ebony armchairs by André Domin et Marcel Genevriève for Maison Dominique
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Macassar
Art Deco J. Halabala Armchair .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1940, Czech Republic.
Designed by a famous Czech designer Jindrich Halabala, (a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding creators of the modern period...
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Italian armchair in original floral fabric of the time
Located in Milano, IT
Step into a captivating era of Italian design with this exquisite armchair from the 1930s, blending the enchanting styles of Art Deco and Rationalism. This is not just a piece of fur...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Paris Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Paris Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Paris armchair adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living area. Upholstered in beige ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Fine 1930s Beechwood Bridge Armchairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of fine French Art Deco solid beech bridge armchairs.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Art Deco Lounge Chair in Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, wood and blue upholstery, Europe, 1940s
This fine lounge chair undoubtedly breathes the late art deco period of the 1940s. The design has a certain theatrical aestheti...
Category
1940s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Large Monumental Art Deco Armchairs in Walnut and Original Fabric, Prague 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Monumental Art Deco armchairs in Walnut and Original Fabric, Prague 1930s
Set of two Large monumental Art Deco armchairs in walnut and original fabric in good vintage condit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Art Deco Carved Back Armchair
Located in New York, NY
1930s white painted Art Deco armchair with carved detail to back and great apron detailing. Newly restored with a beautiful Chenille fabric.
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chenille
Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs by Josef Chochol, Oak, Czechia, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of Restored Art Deco armchairs by Czech Avant-Garde Josef Chochol.
Designer: Josef Chochol
Period: 1920 - 1929
Source: Czechia
Material: Blackened Solid Oak
New profes...
Category
1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Oak
JIndrich Halabala re-upholstered patinated bentwood lounge chairs from the 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
JIndrich Halabala re-upholstered patinated bentwood lounge chairs from the 1930s, Czech Republic.
These iconic lounge chairs originate from Czechia and date back to around 1930. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
Art Deco Wilhelm Knoll "Antimott" Armchairs with Bright Yellow Boucle Art Fabric
Located in Halle, DE
A rare and early elegant pair of armchairs from the "Antimott" line, Wilhelm Knoll, 1930s.
With bright yellow bouclé´-art fabric comfortable upholstery/cushions and woven cane back.
Category
1930s German Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Rare Pair of "Kleinhans" Chairs, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Iconic "Kleinhans" armchairs, designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen, early chair, collaboration of two modern masters, designed for the Mary Seaton room at Kleinhans music hall...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Art Deco Style Armchairs
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Red vintage armchairs in style of Art Deco in original vintage condition.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Midcentury Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Armchairs designed in the late 1950s by Jindrich Halabala, fully restored and upholstered with Lelieve red velvet.
Only one restored, delivery time 3-4 weeks.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Set of Three Thonet Armchairs
Located in Vienna, AT
original condition
in the past propably used as fornitures for the winter garden.
restoration on request
Category
1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
German Art Deco Cantilever Armchair Tubular Steel Silver Black White, circa 1925
Located in Berlin, DE
This very rare German Art Deco Tubular steel cantilever armchair was made circa 1925.
It was chromed. The chrome come of at some spots but gives the chair a great look and Patina.
Th...
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Dominique Art Deco Ebony de Macassar Upholstered Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 6 French Art Deco Ebony de Macassar armchairs featuring a tapered rectangular back, scroll arms with armrests, upholstered in an earth tone geometric patterned fabric with pip...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Fabric
Maison Dominique - André Domin Marcel Genevrière - Pair Of Armchairs Circa 1940
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Very rare set of armchairs by Maison Dominque -
We've always been fascinated by Art Deco artists like Jean-Michel Frank and Paul Dupré Lafon. Their interior designs, their use of ma...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Straw, Wood
Jules Leleu Pair of Roll-Back Armchairs
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco pair of armchairs by Jules Leleu, circa 1935.
Please note these chairs are unrestored in the photographs.
Four available. Priced per pair.
JULES-EMILE LELEU
(1883...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Stain Birch Art Deco Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of stain birch Art Deco armchairs, with fluted arms and paw feet, upholstered in buttoned cotton velvet.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Art Deco Genebra Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Genebra Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Genebra armchair is designed to give your living room a sophisticated vintage look.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Jacquard, Linen, Ebony, Oak, Walnut
A Pair of Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of modern Adnet style club armchairs. High quality handmade beech frames, sprung seats and feather cushion. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory, soft, pure alpaca wo...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Italian Art Deco Arm Chair, 1930s
Located in Berlin, DE
Italian Art Deco Arm Chair
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
A pair of Orrefors glass and brass leaf wall sconces by Reijmyre
Located in London, GB
A pair of Orrefors glass and brass leaf wall sconces by Reijmyre, Sweden. Re wired with new brass fittings and PAT tested
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Art Glass
1940s Pair of Restored Beech Art Deco Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
- armrests 65 cm
Category
1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
2 Large and Deep Art Deco walnut Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 large and deep Art Deco walnut armchairs circa 1930.
Patina and coating to be redone.
1 sofa is also available.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Similar Art Deco Gold Painted Paper Cord Wicker Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of similar paper cord Art Deco wicker armchairs, one with a rounded back and one with a pointed back, both painted gold with removable s...
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wicker
Ernesto Valabrega Pair of Rare Armchairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega, pair of armchairs, oak, fabric upholstery, Italy, ca. 1935
Pair of armchairs in oak and beige floral patterned upholstery by Italian designer Ernesto Valabrega. T...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of large 1930's shell-shaped armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of large shell-shaped armchairs upholstered in fabric and turned feet.
Manufactured by Casa & Giardino, ca. 1935.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Belgium ART DECO Armchair, Circa 1920 Belgium
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: BELGIUM ART DECO ARMCHAIR, CIRCA 1920 Belgium. Very decorative piece made with ebonized oak, brass detailing, original leather ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Czech Republic pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Jindrich Halabala, Casa Botelho, Jules Leleu, and R & Y Augousti. 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 armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $129 and tops out at $125,000 while the average work can sell for $4,710.