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
‘Biltmore’ Wrought Iron Chair's Marina McDonald Jazz Furniture Art Deco
Located in Buffalo, NY
Jazz Furnishings created some of the finest American Art Deco revival designs of the postmodern era. Catering to the design trade, Marina McDo...
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1980s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Art Deco living room suite, circa 1930 5 armchairs and a two-seat bench.
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Art Deco living room suite, circa 1930
5 armchairs and a two-seat bench.
patinas and different fabric
can be separated
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Custom Art Deco Style Mahogany Armchair
Located in New York, NY
Stately, structural custom mahogany armchair based on a 1940s original. Very sturdy and handsome with clean lines. Slightly tapered legs and tan leather finish the chair wonderfully.
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2010s American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
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
French Art-Deco Mahogany Brass Open Back Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
French Art-Deco mahogany brass open back armchair with a red leather seat (matching side chair: 063799B)
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
R.C. Coquery French Art Deco Tubular Chrome Arm Chair
By R. C. Coquery, Thonet
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco tubular chrome arm chair with black leather upholstered seat and back cushion (designed by R.C. COQUERY for THONET, Model #B 256 lounge chair, 1929).
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
2 Club Armchairs in Leather, Art Deco 1930 France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
They were exhibited at Palm beach "American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)" and they were exhibited at The Original Miami Beach Antique Show
Y...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Armchair and Ottoman in White Leather, Jacques Adnet, 1930s
Located in PARIS, FR
Armchair and ottoman covered in off-white leather, by French architect and designer Jacques Adnet (1900-1984) from the 1930s. The angled backrest is framed by two armrests. The solid...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 4 Art Deco desk or table armchairs – France 1930
Located in Girona, Girona
Set of 4 Art Deco table or desk armchairs, solid rosewood with polished brass feet, fillings and upholstery entirely redone in “pearl” velvet. French polish.
France circa 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Swedish 1930s Black Leather Art Deco Club Chairs with Bentwood Frame
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A timeless pair of Swedish Art Deco black leather club chairs with light-toned bentwood structure. Each chair features a reclined rec...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood, Leather
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Art Deco Walnut Armchairs With New Black and White Upholstery - Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of Art Deco armchairs with high backs, solid walnut and walnut veneer, French polish. New black and white flecked wool uphostery.
Italy c. 1930
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Wool
Single Tall Back Art Deco Armchair
Located in New York, NY
A tall-backed Art Deco armchair featuring gracefully scrolled arms, designed by Etienne Henri Martin. Crafted from French walnut, this elegant chair embodies the timeless sophisticat...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Original Art Deco Armchair, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Beech, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco armchair comes from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th century. It is the work of Jindřich Halabala and was produced in UP Zavody. The armchair is i...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Pair of Armchairs in Solid Walnut, with Upholstery to Be Redone Elegant
Located in Buggiano, IT
1920s pair of armchairs in solid walnut, with upholstery to be redone, very elegant and heavy.
They will be delivered in a specific wooden case for export, packed in bubble wrap.
Com...
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1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco 2 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
Swedish 1940s Gilded Club Chair
Located in New York, NY
1940s Art Deco club chair with a seductive gilded carved wood frame, upholstered in a heavy silk/cotton silver fabric with a gold thread unde...
Category
20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood
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...
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20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Four-Piece Art Deco Seating Set, France, circa 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
A unique and lovely set of unusual design, comprised of two chairs and two armchairs, with undulating seats covered in vintage ochre coloured fabric with a textured weave. Each back is adorned with a medallion containing a different carved fruit bowl...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Set of Four Art Deco Armchairs, France, 1920s-1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
A lovely and unusual set of four large Art Deco period armchairs, upholstered in beige velvet, with embroidered detailing on the backs.
They have deep seats and tall backs.
The...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
1940s Pair Art Deco Black Lacquered & Zebra Print Lounge Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully figured pair of Art Deco easy chairs in the style of Jindrich Halabala. The construction of the frame and the seemingly floating upholstered seats give the chairs a sculp...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Amsterdam School Armchair, Netherlands, 1930s
By Michel De Klerk
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pair of Amsterdamse School armchairs, attributed to Michel de Klerk, featuring a solid mahogany and ebony frame with luxurious purple velvet upholst...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Oak
Art Deco Cherrywood Blue Fabric Armchairs Josef Frank c 1927 Vienna
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco pair of vintage cherrywood armchairs or chairs attributed to Josef Frank, which were designed and made in Vienna circa 1927.
A beautiful and joyful pair of chairs shows a sp...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Upholstery, Cherry
French Art Deco White Star 3-Piece Living Room Set
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 3 French Art Deco gilt living room / salon set with low back design and carved scalloped & fluted design on back with white star upholstery. (Settee, 2 armchairs)
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood, Upholstery
Pair of Art Deco French Mustache Back Club Chairs in Red Leather
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This pair of French club chairs features a vibrant poppy red color and a very nice mustache shaped back.
Separate seat cushions. Red leather trim around and studs all around their b...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Fine And Stylish Pair of Art Deco Gilt Wood Chairs by Decoration Levitan.
Located in Montreal, QC
Extremely fine and stylish pair of French Art Deco style gilt wood armchairs upholstered in a dark grey satin fabric by Decoration Levitan.
Category
1950s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood
Cory Grosser 009 Airline Chair, After Famed 1934 Airline Chair by Kem Weber
Located in Buffalo, NY
Cory Grosser 009 airline chair, based on the 1934 chair Walt Disney commissioned for his animation studio, check out this beauty from the past to the pre...
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2010s American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chair, Hans and Wassili Luckhardt 1934-1936 Gebr. Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage beechwood lounge chair or armchair, which was designed by Hans and Wassili Luckhardt 1934-1936 for Gebr. Thonet Frankenberg...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal
3 Armchairs 1940, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
3 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 have any questions we are at y...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Superb Pair of French Art Deco Silver Gilt Armchairs, Attr: Sue et Mare
By Sue et Mare
Located in New York, NY
A superb pair of French Art Deco white gold gilt armchairs, each designed with a deeply curved back. The front supports are headed with a finely detailed floral design over a thinly ...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Art Deco Armchairs ( With Reclining Back)
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Art Deco Armchairs ( With Reclining Back)
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Art Moderne Open Armchair in Mahogany
Located in Atlanta, GA
-Stylized curved arms.
-Handcrafted mahogany frame.
-Hardwood inner frames.
-New beige chenille upholstery fabric with spaced nailheads.
-Very comfortable.
Perfectly scaled for ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Cupid Chaise in Natural Walnut Frame and Luxe Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The deity of desire, love, and affection in ancient Roman mythology, Cupid embodies qualities of masculinity, seduction, and romance. These attributes are masterfully captured in the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Art Deco Style Armchairs in Walnut and Piano Black with Brass Details
Located in Greven, DE
This pair of Art Deco style armchairs in walnut and black piano lacquer with brass details and fabric by Andrew Martin (Mossop Natural) have been handcrafted to the very highest qual...
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2010s German Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Danish Wingback Chair in Red Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, red leather, oak, Denmark, 1930s.
This early Danish lounge chair features a voluminous wingback shape that gives the chair an...
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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Early Dutch Lounge Chair in Oak and Rope
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, oak, rope, the Netherlands, circa 1910
This early Dutch lounge chair is executed in oak and is designed by 't Binnenhuis and attributed to Jac van den Bosch. The chair is ...
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1910s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
Reproduction of a French Bridge Armchair
Located in Buchanan, NY
An exceptional reproduction of a 1940s Normandy style armchair. Bring an air of effortless grace and timeless sophistication to your home with this armchair. This piece is an exquisi...
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2010s American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Maple, Upholstery
20th century French Reupholstered Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Add character to your interior with this stunning pair of Art Deco armchairs, fully renovated by our workshop. These elegant models have been carefully restored and upholstered in a ...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
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
American 40's Designer Art Deco Armchairs, Pair
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco oversized American designer chairs with an important ebonized wood trim and flared feet. Original design has been respected ...
Category
1940s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Art Deco Living Room in Pink Velvet by Paul Follot, circa 1920
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Rare and superb living room set composed of 5 elements: a bench seat / sofa / divan, two armchairs and two side chairs.
The structures are in carved wood. The backrests are carved w...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Pair Of Art Deco Leather Armchairs, (20th Century)
Located in Lisbon, PT
Pair of armchairs in the set with armrests (see photos) in light veneer and upholstered in green leather and traditional studs.
Solid chairs, structures reviewed by Carpenter.
Heigh...
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20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Mahogany & Leather Bridge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of art deco leather chairs in good overall condition
located in NY
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Thonet Mundus Armchairs
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Pair of Thonet Mundus armchairs professionally stained and repolished with new terracotta fabric.
Category
1930s Slovak Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs in Lacquered Wood, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs in lacquered wood, circa 1930
Good condition.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rare French Art Deco Hand Carved Teak Armchairs/ Lounge Chairs, 1920-30
By Andre Groult
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Pair of French Art Deco Hand Carved Teak armchairs / Lounge or Club Chairs circa 1920 - 1930. The chairs are hand made of pure, solid teak and possess a unique, iconic form. T...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Original Art Deco Chairs, Solid Walnut, France, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Six Art Deco chairs
Origin: France
Period: 1920-1929
Material: Walnut, upholstery
In pristine original condition, the upholstery has been professionally cleaned, and its polish re...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
1940s deco armchair walnut and fabric
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Single armchair from the 1940s from the Deco period.
Walnut frame and fabric upholstery in lobster color.
To be taken up with polishing the wood and siding to be redone.
Comfortabl...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Nutwood
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
Modern Gerard for Dessin Fournir Dining Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Priced each. Modern Gerard for Dessin Fournir Dining Arm Chair. It features art deco style front legs and dramatic saber legs in the back
Additional information:
Materials: Line...
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Early 2000s Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Adjustable Armchair Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1935
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Made beechwood, fabric
- Wooden parts has been refurbished
- Eight positions
- Very good condition.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Set of Six Art Deco Armchairs, France, 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant set of 6 Art Deco chairs with clean, modern lines. Made of mahogany, with carved arm supports and front legs. Large, comfortable seats. Well-made.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
J.J.P. Oud for C.H. Eckhart Armchair in Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
J.J.P. Oud for C.H. Eckhart, chair, mahogany, leather, brass, The Netherlands, 1930s
Elegant Dutch chair with cream leather designed by J.J.P. Oud for C.H. Eckhart. The chair has a ...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Bergere from the 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Charming and unusual Art Deco bergere, based on a nine-sided design, the back and sides opening upwards and outwards like a corolla. The wood frame is carved with stylized floral mot...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
2 Modernist Art Deco Armchairs in Chromed Metal and Faux Leather circa 1920-1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 modernist Art Deco armchairs in chromed metal and faux leather, circa 1920-1930.
metal in good condition
coating to redo.
Category
1920s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 French Louis XIV Arm Chairs
By André Arbus
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 French 1940s oak Louis XIV style arm chairs with natural, red, and multicolored sea grass back and seat (att: ANDRE ARBUS, ref: pg 2...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Seagrass, Oak
Jules Leleu armchair, circa 1930
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Jules Leleu armchair, circa 1930
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
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.