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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

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: Single Piece
Art Deco Aluminum Upholstered armchair by GoodForm General Fireproofing
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A brushed aluminum framed armchair with curved arm rests and upholstered seat and back. The fabric is a textured dark greenish leatherette and came from the barber shop at Cincinnati's inconic Union Terminal Art Deco train...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs

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Aluminum

French Art Deco armchair with tan velvet seat
Located in Kleinburg, ON
Beautiful, unique Art Deco wood veneer and golden tan chenille upholstered armchair.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Fine French Art Deco Beech Wood Desk Chair
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French 1930s desk armchair in solid stained beech wood with flat arms.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Cubist office armchair - France 1930
Located in Girona, ES
Cubist office armchair with wooden structure, legs and armrests in solid varnished walnut, reupholstered with geometric pattern Art Deco velvet. France c. 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Pair of Club Chairs from Château de Sancerre, France, 1940s
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of 1940s club chairs. Provenance: from Château de Sancerre, Sancerre, France. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, ivory pure alpaca fabric. The chairs are quite...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Art Deco Style Powdery Pink Velvet and Black Lacquered Feet Metal Bar Stool
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Art Deco style bar stool with a black lacquered metal feet with gilded metal finish and a comfortable powdery pink seat padded back. Elegant, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Finnish jugend high-back arm chair in red leather
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
This one-of-a-kind Finnish jugend tall armchair is a timeless piece of furniture, boasting beautiful craftsmanship and an impressive design. Upholstered in luxurious red leather, it ...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

French Art deco Reupholstered Armchair with Outdoor Fabric, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice club-style Art Deco armchair which has been completely redone by us (we are upholsterers) with a very nice outdoor fabric from Nobilis. We put a beige fabric on the interi...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Upholstered Armchair with Chrome Finish Stainless Steel Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ramo armchair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The upholstered piece provides comfort while retaining a unique aesthetic with the chrome finish polished stain...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Set of Two Rare Art Deco Armchairs H-283 by Jindřich Halabala, 1949s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Designed by J. Halabala - Czechoslovakia, circa 1949s - good original condition - Catalogue model H-283 - cleaned.
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

New Fabric George Smith Norris Armchair in Mulberry Flying Ducks Upholstery
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this fully refurbished, George Smith Norris armchair upholstered in Mulberry Flying Ducks linen which is part ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Beech

Pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs, Sweden, circa 1925. With Lion's paw feet, and ribbed armrests. A pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs, Sweden, circa 1925. Upholstered ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Faux Leather, Birch

1930s Czech Wooden Armchair by J. Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
Timeless comfort meets Modernist sophistication in this iconic design by Czech furniture designer J. Halabala. Produced in the 1930s, this wooden armchair flaunts an anatomy constitu...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

James Mont, Armchairs, Wood, Velvet, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-lacquer wood and brown velvet armchairs, designed and produced by James Mont, USA, c. 1940s.
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1930S Dutch Amsterdam School Armchair
Located in London, London
Armchair Amsterdam school Oak Beige fabric upholstery Adjustable back Seat height 39cm Netherlands 1930s
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Oak

21st Century Art Deco Elie Saab Maison Velvet Bronze Brass Elite Armchair, Italy
Located in Mariano Comense, CO
21st century Art Deco Elie Saab Maison Velvet Bronze Brass Elite armchair, Italy Rich and powerful, Elite is a timeless classic able to distinguish itself through exclusive details and exquisite craftsmanship of its futuristic lines. Accentuated by its semicircular and sinuous shapes, the armchair, enhances its ergonomics with contemporary lines. Made in Italy. Composition: Plywood and solid wood structure. Upholstery in polyurethan with 8309 Rainbow Velvet...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Art Deco Inspired Cupid Corner Chair in Natural Walnut and Luxe Velvet
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Ex Display Ralph Lauren Art Deco Black Nero Velvet Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this perfect condition, Ex-display, Ralph Lauren Black Nero Velvet Art Deco style club armchair RRP £7,900 A lovely looking and well-made armcha...
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20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Vietnamese Deco Burl Armchair, c. 1940
Located in Chicago, IL
This Vietnamese Deco armchair is characterized by clean lines and smooth contours. Dated to the 1940s, the armchair is designed in the timeless style of the Art Deco period, when tra...
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Mid-20th Century Vietnamese Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Burl

Art deco dark wood and straw armchair with reclining backrest, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Art deco dark wood and straw armchair with reclining backrest, early 1900s Wooden armchair. The backrest, in dark Vienna straw, is foldable and it is possible to change its inclinati...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Club Armchair in Red and Yellow, 1930
Located in Praha, CZ
Completely restored and newly upholstered armchair from 1930s. Very comfortable.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Upholstery

Art Deco Style blue armchair, France 1930s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Art Deco Style blue armchair, France 1930s A 1940s Art Deco armchair. Curved solid wood structure and blue velvet cover. In excellent condition...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

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...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Restored Black ArtDeco Beech Armchair, Thonet Company, Austria, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored ArtDeco Beech Armchair made by influential Austrian furniture manufacturer Thonet. Maker: Thonet Source: Austria Period: 1920-1929 Material: Beech This item features cl...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Fine French 1930s Desk Chair Attributed to Alfred Porteneuve
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Deco patinated beech armchair attributed to Alfred Porteneuve.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Office Chair Thonet Nr.253, circa 1915
Located in Praha, CZ
In beautiful original condition, perfectly cleaned and polished with shellac. The chair has an interesting finish - imitation oak wood (which was created by drilling artificial pores...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Early 20th Century Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Armchair with Lambswool Seat
By Michael Gottlieb Bindesbøll
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning rustic Folk Art hand carved antique armchair in oak painted wood with a newer upholstered lambswool seat. Made in Norway in th...
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak

20th Century Baltic Bergere in Burr Ash
Located in Stamford, CT
20th century Baltic bergere in burr ash with upholstered seat, back and arms.
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1930s Baltic Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Ash

Cubist Art Deco Armchair in Vermilion Mohair Velvet and Maple, Belgium, 1920s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking Art Deco armchair was manufactured in Belgium in the mid 1920s. The distinct tiered and angular shape of the design is a great example of the influence of cubism in this particular era. The originality of the design and the craftsmanship of the production make this a unique piece. The chair has a rounded and curved backrest and a deep seat. The optional loose pillow adds additional seating comfort to the back. The elegant frame is executed in solid European maple wood which has been finished in a darker brown stain. The chair is upholstered in a sumptuous deep pile mohair velvet in a beautiful vermilion color. Provenance: Yves de Smet, Gent, Belgium Literature: Paul Maenz...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Maple

Futuro Armchair (Pair) by Newel Modern
Located in New York, 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)
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Custom Armchair "Orsay" by foley&cox HOME
Located in Hudson, NY
French Art Deco style arm chair interpreted from a classic French Art Deco Ruhlmann design. Elegantly tapered legs and gently curved back an...
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2010s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chair in Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, customizable lounge chair, wood, fabric, Czech Republic, 1930s Extraordinary easy chair with green fabric upholstery. This chair has a very dynamic and abundant a...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Similar Art Deco Gold Painted Paper Cord Wicker Armchairs
Located in New York, 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...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wicker

Jindrich Halabala Adjustable H-70 Oak Bentwood Lounge Chair, Praque 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Jindrich Halabala Adjustable H-70 Oak Bentwood Lounge Chair, Praque 1930s This H-70 armchair was designed by Jindrich Halabala and produced by Spojene U...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Natuzzi Roma Cigar Brown Leather Armchair Electric Raising Headrest Part of Set
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this fully restored, one of a kind, Natuzzi Editions Roma, hand dyed cigar brown leather armchair with Electric rising headrest and small footrest ...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Restored ArtDeco Ash Drawer Cabinet, Revived Polish, Czechia, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored ArtDeco Ash Drawer Cabinet Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1939 Material: Ash Revived Polish. Our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has fully restore...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Ash

Restored ArtDeco Oak Dining Table, Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, Czechia, 1940s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored ArtDeco Oak Dining Table Designed by Jindrich Halabala. Designer: Jindrich Halabala Maker: UP Zavody Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1940-1949 Material: Oak Reviv...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Oak

Original ArtDeco Beech Chair with Armrests by Ton, R. Hofman, Czechia, 1940s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Original ArtDeco Beech Chair with Armrests designed by Radomir Hofman and made by Ton. Designer: Radomir Hofman Maker: Ton Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1940-1949 Materi...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Beech

A pair of Art Deco armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1930s, designed by J. Halabala.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco armchairs designed by J. Halabala from the 1930s. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. The armchair has been covered with a new fabric, the seat...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Deco Armchairs with carved details and fluted front legs.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Art Deco armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1930s. Designed by J. Halabala.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A pair of Art Deco armchairs from the 1930s. Jindrich Halabala is responsible for the design of the armchairs. Armchairs in very good condition, after professional renovation. The s...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco armchairs, designed by J. Halabala, 1930s, Czechoslovakia.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A pair of Art Deco armchairs from the 1930s. Armchairs designed by J. Halabala. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. The seats and backrests were covered...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Armchair in Walnut in the Style of Andre Arbus, circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchair in walnut in the style of Andre Arbus circa 1940 patina to redoo upholstery to be redone, a tear in the backrest 2 armchairs are also available. in another ad
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Art Deco Vintage Cherry Armchair Josef Frank circa 1925 Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage cherry armchair attributed to Josef Frank circa 1925 Austria. A beautiful cosy armchair from solid cherry wood with replaced new hand made loose cushions attributed ...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Art Deco Lounge Chair by Jindrich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood frame upholstered seat and back rest. Designed in 1930s by Jindrich Halabala. Excelent restored, another upholstery on request possible. Set of two.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Monumental Armchair in Oak and Rush
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, oak, rush, Europe, 1940s Monumental armchair in oak with a strong presence and appearance. This stately piece is executed in oak and rush and was made in Europe in the 19...
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1940s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Rush

Art Deco Armchair in Original Floral Upholstery, Praque 1930
Located in Almelo, NL
Art Deco Armchair in Original Floral Upholstery, Praque 1930 This Floral fabric Art Deco Lounge chair was crafted in Prague during the 1930s. Its soft edges, tufted lines, and sturd...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Restored ArtDeco Walnut Trolley, Revived Polish, France, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored ArtDeco Walnut Trolley. Revived Polish. Source: France Period: 1920-1929 Material: Walnut The top plate is removable and serves for serving. Our professional refurbishing...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Walnut

Eileen Gray, Ecart International, Transat Armchair Black Leather Lacquer Wood
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Transat armchair design by Eileen Gray in 1927 for the Villa E-1027. Edition in black leather and black lacquer by Ecart International, circa 1980....
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Lacquer

La Seine Armchair by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Armchair in the style of Jules Leleu by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Custom Wood Finishing and Upholstery work included in the price of each chair. Customer provides fabric (COM).
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2010s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Decorative Painted Heart Armchair, Wabi Sabi Style, Early 1900s
Located in Odense, DK
Such an elegant and decorative antique heart chair with interesting shapes. A rare decorative object made in wood and painted red with a heart in t...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood

French Artdeco Armchair, 1930s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Artdeco armchair made in france 1950s.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Art Déco Chair
Located in Matosinhos, 13
An elegant and iconic vintage Art Déco Chair. True to its original design, this chair is in excellent condition, as it was re-upholstered with ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Lacquer

Pair of Art Deco Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fantastic pair of art deco, walnut frame, wingback lounge chairs feature high channel backs upholstered in geometric pattern, silk brocade with piping. A three seat 70 inch sofa...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Art Deco Hand Dyed Brown Leather Fully Buttoned Chesterfield Club Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this lovely Art Deco hand dyed cigar brown leather Chesterfield fully buttoned club armchair A good looking and iconic piece of English furniture. Known ...
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20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather

1930s Finish Upholstered Art Deco Armchair
Located in London, GB
A dignified, svelte 1930s armchair with classic proportions and offering seemingly tailored comfort. It has a firm back, raised armrests, and it sits on rounded wooden feet. The armc...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Valmont Arm Chair by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French 1940s Style Club Chairs. Large scale with a deep seat . Ideal to lounge with a large arm you can use as a side table for your lab top or magazine. The chairs have a h...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Art Deco Armchair by Jindrich Halabala, Czechoslovakia, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of wood, fabric. The chair needs to be reupholstered. Wood is good condition. Original condition. Rare piece.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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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