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
Number in Set: Set of 10
8/B-CANC Gold & White Armchair in Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni
Located in MEDA, IT
The 8/B-CANC armchair features the fabric with an image from the “DORIFORO” collection, by Paolo Canciani for Zanaboni. It is a tribute to Classic and neoclassic style read in a cont...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Art Deco Style Bacco Armchair in Natural Walnut & Velvet Dedar
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Utterly lounge worthy, the Bacco armchair design is a contemporary remodel of the iconic boxy chair.
Showing opulence with a Hollywood Regency feel, the gl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Custom Somnus Armchair with Flute Detailing in Boucle and Antique Brass Plated
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Casa Botelho is known for its glamorous armchair designs, and the Somnus Armchair with fluted upholstery certainly doesn’t disappoint. While assertive in its presence, the Somnus Armchair evokes the collections’ dreamy and enchanting personality. The soft, sensual Ivory Boucle lures the eye, and once seated upon its thrown, the oversized, curve-edged arms wrapped you up with no intentions of ever letting go. Feel the embrace of luxury with the Somnus armchair.
Fabrics: Boucle, jasper, novasuede, luxe velvet, deluxe velvet and velvet adamo
Metals: Powder-coated (black, light bronze, dark bronze), blackened steel, antique brass Plated and antique bronze plated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Custom Made Ottoman in Beech Black Ebony and Boucle
Located in London, GB
A brand-new addition to the Atena collection, is the Atena ottoman. While donning the same curvaceous features and organic textures, the Atena ottoman pairs perfectly with all the At...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Velvet
Art Decor Inspired Cupid Sofa in Black American Walnut and Luxe Bronze Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Fusing together the strength and dynamism of Cupid, the god of desire, with a sleek, glamorous style, the Cupid Sofa is an immaculate combination of elegant American walnut, luxuriou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Custom Made Art Deco Inspired Atena Chair Black Ebony and Grey Ribbed Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
In the modern home, an armchair is no longer just a place to sit and comfortably read your favourite novel, it plays a much larger role in the overall interior aesthetic. Casa Botelh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Set of Ten Art Deco Armchairs in Blackened Wood and Ivory Color Leather
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of ten Art Deco armchairs in blackened wood and ivory color leather
Full restored.
armrest height: 26.13" (67 cm)
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Custom Made Atena Chair and Foot Stool, Black Ebony and Boucle
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
In the modern home, an armchair is no longer just a place to sit and comfortably read your favourite novel, it plays a much larger role in the overall interior aesthetic. Casa Botelh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Arch Narrow Armchair 'Black Lacquered Maple Wood' by Dmitry Samygin
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair by Russian designer Dmitry Samygin
Lacquered maple wood and plywood and black wool for the seat.
Measures: 112 cm x 66 cm x 42 cm.
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After studying Applied Arts at the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Bacco Deconstructed Armchair in Beech Wood Stained and Belo Fabric
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Utterly lounge worthy, the Bacco armchair design is a contemporary remodel of the iconic boxy chair.
Pushing the boundaries in design and playing around wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Art Deco Inspired Cupid Corner Chair in Natural Walnut and Luxe Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Also inspired by the masculine and desirable qualities of the Roman god, cupid, the Cupid corner armchair combines a fierce, glamorous aesthetic with a luxurious material composition to match. Made from high quality walnut, brass and velvet, the Cupid corner armchair is robust, durable and timeless, just like the god who inspires it. Due to its ‘corner’ construction, there’s no need to worry about buying a left or right side. The Cupid corner Armchair will slot effortlessly into your existing living space. We recommend pairing the Cupid corner Armchair with tables from the Eros Collection to create a beautiful connection between the two gods. The result; an overall strong, masculine and seductive aesthetic. An armchair and two-seat sofa is available in the same style.
The Cupid corner chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Art Deco Inspired Ottoman in Beech Black Ebony and Ivory Boucle Velvet
Located in London, GB
A brand-new addition to the Atena collection, is the Atena ottoman. While donning the same curvaceous features and organic textures, the Atena ottoman pairs perfectly with all the At...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Custom Made Atena Chair and Foot Stool, Black Ebony and Blue Notte Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
In the modern home, an armchair is no longer just a place to sit and comfortably read your favourite novel, it plays a much larger role in the overall interior aesthetic. Casa Botelh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Art Deco Style Leather & Wood Modern Lounge Armchair from Costantini, Gianni
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Gianni Art Deco Style Leather & Wood Modern Lounge Armchair from Costantini
Measurements are: 28" W x 27" D x 34" H
The Gianni Lounge Chair pays homage to Art Deco styling and has ...
Category
2010s Argentine Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Bacco Deconstructed Armchair in Natural Walnut Upholstered with Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Bacco armchair design is a magnificent fusion of Art Deco inspiration and contemporary style, offering a daring and refined interpretation of the classic boxy chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Walnut
Atena Armchair in Black Natural American Walnut & Riviera Blue Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
In the modern home, an armchair is no longer just a place to sit and comfortably read your favourite novel, it plays a much larger role in the overall interior aesthetic. Casa Botelh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Atena Carver Chair in Black American Walnut Upholstered with Novasuede
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Goddess Athena was both intelligent and beautiful, patience and persistent, elegant and fierce. All these characteristics have influenced the design of the Atena carver dining ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Ultrasuede, Walnut
Art Deco Inspired Ottoman in Beech Black Ebony and Storm Grey Ribbed Velvet
Located in London, GB
A brand-new addition to the Atena collection, is the Atena ottoman. While donning the same curvaceous features and organic textures, the Atena ottoman pairs perfectly with all the At...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Art Deco Inspired Atena Armchair in Black America Walnut and Rio Fabric
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
In the modern home, an armchair is no longer just a place to sit and comfortably read your favourite novel, it plays a much larger role in the overall interior aesthetic. Casa Botelh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Art Deco Style Extra Large Bacco Deconstructed Armchair Upholstered
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Bacco armchair design is a magnificent fusion of Art Deco inspiration and contemporary style, offering a daring and refined interpretation of the classic boxy chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Bacco Deconstructed Armchair in Natural Walnut Upholstered with Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Utterly lounge worthy, the Bacco armchair design is a contemporary remodel of the iconic boxy chair.
Pushing the boundaries in design and playing around wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Walnut
Atena Carver Chair in Walnut Upholstered with Nova Suede
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Goddess Athena was both intelligent and beautiful, patience and persistent, elegant and fierce. All these characteristics have influenced the design of the Atena carver dining ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Ultrasuede, Walnut
Bacco Carver Chair in Natural Walnut Upholstered with Lino
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Dining in your own home has never been so luxurious until now! The Bacco Carver chair is an architectural seating design with strong angles and solid form; a design that demands attention. A signature style of the Casa Botelho brand is a unique ability to elegantly contrast materials and textures, and this chair is no exception. The robust walnut frame lays a strong foundation for this chair design both in terms of function and aesthetic while the crisp linen, double-cushioned seating with buttoned detailing, gives the Bacco Carver chair its comfortable and welcoming allure.
Available in a range of materials and fabrics, the Bacco Carver chair is customizable and will complement the era dining table beautifully, adding its own charm and character to your interior.
Measures: Bacco Carver chair – 57 (W) x 60 (D) x 80 (H)cm – (SH 45cm)
Bacco chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Walnut
Art Deco Inspired Atena Armchair in Beech Black Ebony & Ribbed Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
In the modern home, an armchair is no longer just a place to sit and comfortably read your favourite novel, it plays a much larger role in the overall interior aesthetic. Casa Botelh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Velvet
32 American Art Deco Scalloped Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
32 American Art Deco maple open arm chairs with scalloped shaped back and upholstered seat and back (from the Cloud Room Restaurant, Seattle, WA) PRICED EACH
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Maple
Atena Dining Chair in Beech Black Ebony Finish & Ribbed Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Goddess Athena was both intelligent and beautiful, patience and persistent, elegant and fierce. All these characteristics have influenced the design of the Atena carver dining chair. The chair's intricate detailing and curvaceous timber design pay homage to the Goddess of which it was named after. Strong architectural lines are softened by the natural timber finish, including walnut, washed oak, ebony and Wenge, while the soft, flowing lines are invigorated by the vivacious, textural fabrics. Not just a chair, the Atena carver dining chair is a dining style.
Price displayed is for the Atena dining chair beechwood black ebony finish and ribbed velvet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Ultrasuede, Walnut
Atena Carver Chair in Beech Black Ebony Finish and Ribbed Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Goddess Athena was both intelligent and beautiful, patience and persistent, elegant and fierce. All these characteristics have influenced the design of the Atena carver dining ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Walnut
Atena Dining Chair in Walnut Upholstered with Nova Suede
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Goddess Athena was both intelligent and beautiful, patience and persistent, elegant and fierce. All these characteristics have influenced the design of the Atena carver dining ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Ultrasuede, Walnut
Atena Armchair in Black American Walnut Stained in Black Ebony and Luxe Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
In the modern home, an armchair is no longer just a place to sit and comfortably read your favourite novel, it plays a much larger role in the overall interior aesthetic. Casa Botelh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Set of Ten Art Deco Armchairs in Oak and Leather, circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of ten Art Deco armchairs in oak and leather, circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchair in Art Déco- Streamline Style, circa 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
A low tubular steel cantilever armchair made of chrome-plated tubular steel in a single open continuous line. This elegant original "Freischwinger" easy chair with armrests is restor...
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Damon Art Deco Set of 24 Armchairs, French, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchairs in walnut, designed by the architects Damon et Berteaux, in 1933, for the National Bank for the Commerce and the Industry.
18 available
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Set of 10 French White Muslin Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 10 French 1940s brass mounted walnut high backed open arm chairs upholstered in white muslin (att: ROGER Le MANACH)
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Meg Club Chair
By Re-editions Collection
Located in Buchanan, NY
A newly manufactured Meg club chair. Add a classic touch to your home with this newly manufactured re-edition of a 1940s French club chair. Crafted with curved wooden arms and turned...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Maple
Set of 10 Jean Pascaud French Mahogany Grey Upholstered Chairs
By Jean Pascaud
Located in New York, NY
Set of 10 French 1940s mahogany chairs with grey upholstery on tapering square legs with ormolu sabot. 2 arms and 8 sides/arm: 23¼"w x 22"d x 33½"h) (att: JEAN PASCAUD)
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Ormolu
French Club Chair in Handwoven Leather Built to Your Specifications
Located in Chicago, IL
This handwoven French inspired club chair, is made in our Chicago workshop by some very talented artisans who still care about creating as fine a product as possible. We took the ori...
Category
2010s American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather
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.
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