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
Set of Four French Art Deco Armchairs after Jules Leleu
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Extraordinary set of four French art deco chairs crafted from radiant mahogany after Jules Leleu. The chairs feature a large flared back with a contoured rest that is upholstered wit...
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20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Re-Edition of "1927 Transat" by Eileen Gray, Ecart International
Located in Paris, FR
Early 21st century re-edition by Ecart International of a "1927 Transat" armchair by Eileen Gray with tilting head-rest.
Black lacquered wood structure and black leather upholstery....
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Fine Pair of Mario Quarti Rationalist Beech White Lounge Chairs, 1940
By Mario Quarti
Located in Rome, IT
Exceptional pair of rationalist lounge chairs attributed to Mario Quarti, circa 1940
elegant and essential line
re-upholstery in white cotton
beech wood, cotton fabric, steel
Mea...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Cotton, Beech
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
Red Leather Armchairs, Art Deco, Made in 1920s France, Designed by Dominique
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of Art Deco armchairs.
Completely restored, surface made by piano lacquers to the high gloss. New upholstery and red leather.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Macassar
Pair of Armchairs, circa 1940
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of armchairs in braided rope, wooden structure with cushions covered in off-white mohair.
Plaque "Les meubles Audoux-Minnet registered design Golfe-Juan".
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rope
Original 1938 Kem Weber The Airline Chair for Walt Disney, Pair
By Kem Weber
Located in Van Nuys, CA
These rare Pair of "Airline Chair" armchairs by the iconic modernist K.E.M. Weber (American b. Germany, 1889-1963) were originally designed in 1934 and produced in 1938 for the Walt ...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Deco armchairs.
Lacquered beechwood with carved leg detail.
Category
1930s Albanian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech
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
2 Art Deco 1940 Oak Armchairs in the Style of Jacques Adnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 Art Deco 1940 oak armchairs in the style of Jacques Adnet.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Elegant Art Deco Armchair in Oak, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elegant Art Deco armchair in oak circa 1930
Patina and fabric to redo.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Walnut Vintage Lounge Chair Armchair Attr. Oswald Haerdtl 1930s Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage lounge chair or armchair from walnut designed and executed Vienna 1930s attributed to Oswald Haerdtl.
Viennese living fu...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Oxford Chair Fur Upholstery & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Oxford chair by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that provides comfort, whilst retaining its elegant and luxurious aesthetic. This piece is upholstered in a lustrous & soft cream calf-hair, with a bronze-patina brass frame. Available with cream shagreen inlay...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Louis Sognot Rare Tubular Sling Armchair for Maurice Dufrene 'La Maitrise', 1928
By Louis Sognot
Located in Sharon, CT
Welded steel and canvas upholstered 'sling' armchair designed by Louis Sognot and Maurice Dufrene for a 1928 La Maitrise installation. Extremely rare, perhaps a unique survivor. Peri...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Fabric and Wood Art Deco Three Piece Suite, Francia, circa 1925
By Louis Sue
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Fabric and wood Art Deco three piece suite, Francia, circa 1925.
Attributed to Louis Sue.
One large sofa and two armchairs.
Large sofa...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco ‘Amsterdamse school’ Armchairs, Netherlands, 1950s
By Michel De Klerk
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amsterdamse School pair of armchairs attributed to Michel de Klerk. Atelier Speelman pair of easy chairs, solid mahogany and ebony frame, purple vel...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
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
Pair of Waldorf Astoria NYC Lobby Chairs after Paul Iribe's Fauteuil Nautile
By Paul Iribe
Located in Hanover, MA
We are fortunate to have acquired two pair of these amazing gondola chairs from the glamorous and historic Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
There were only a total of 12 of these generously sc...
Category
Early 2000s American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
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
Pair of French Art Deco Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Chairs are newly upholstered in a linen blend fabric. The chairs have mahogany frames with brass feet.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Mahogany
1930s French Art Deco Period Walnut Armchair or Lounge Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
French Art Deco period armchair in walnut with a black lacquered base and ski slope arms, circa 1930s. Upholstered in a fine tan corduroy, this rare lounge chair with loose cushion i...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Cherrywood and White Velvet Italian Armchair, 1930
Located in Rome, IT
Armchair with a particular design and precious cherrywood, all finished with a beautiful white stitched velvet fabric.
All veneered in cherrywood and covered with a white embroidere...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Cherry
French Art Deco Armchair Dominique style ultrasuede Fabric, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco 'Bridge' armchairs in black lacquered mahogany and upholstered in beige or tan Ultrasuede. In the style of Dominique .
The set has a unique medallion backrest and v...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany, Ultrasuede
A Pair of Cherrywood Armchairs attributed to Etienne-Henri Martin, circa 1937
By Jean Pascaud
Located in London, GB
Exquisite form, patina and quality. With scroll arms, sabre legs and elliptical scalloped back.
Finished in Skai nappa faux leather.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Cherry
Baptistin Spade, Two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930 / 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Baptistin spade, two Art Deco armchairs circa 1930 / 1940
patina and coating to redo.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Coating
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
Turquoise and Green Velvet and Fabric with Gold Touch Swivel Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Egg-shaped turquoise and green velvet and fabric with parrots and gold touch swivel and lounge comfy armchair in Art Deco style.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Pair of Black Leather and Wood Art Deco Armchairs, Italy, circa 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of black leather and wood Art Deco armchairs. Italy, circa 1930.
Attributed to Renzo Frau.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Czech Art Deco Oak Armchairs 1930s, Original Well Preserved Condition
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of Art Deco armchairs
Source: Czechia (Czech republic)
Period: 1930-1939.
Material: Oak
Original well preserved condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Oak
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...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Warren McArthur Z Chair Model 708, circa 1938
Located in Camden, ME
Warren McArthur anodixzed aluminum light armchair Model 708 manufactured by the Warren McArthur Corporation circa 1938.
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Black Art Deco Armchairs from Czechoslovakia by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of Art Deco armchairs.
United Arts & Crafts manufacture. Designed by Jindřich Halabala.
Material: Chrome-plated steel and High quality leather.
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
8 Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930-1940
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
8 Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930-1940.
to be restored.
the wood is dirty but in very good condition.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Bentwood Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and relaxed chairs that can be used daily. Bentwood birch arms enclose the trim, sprung seat and backrest. A deep and comfortable seat has been reupholstered in a textured woo...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fir
Lord Bench in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Lord bench is an invitation to as the French would say, “rêveries”. The cream shagreen adds as touch of elegant drama. The perfect piece for a dressing room, entrance or living room. The soft cushions in cream horse hair are the final touch of luxury. The cushions are removable. The legs have discrete bronze patina brass detailing. A black version is also available and a small love seat...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Armchair in the Style of André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1940s French Art Deco armchair in the style of André Arbus.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Pair of White Art Deco Armchairs from Czechoslovakia by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of Art Deco armchairs.
United Arts & Crafts manufacture. Designed by Jindrich Halabala.
Material: Chrome-plated steel and High quality leather.
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Adjustable Lounge Chairs attributed to Robert Mallet-Stevens, France 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Robert Mallet-Stevens is well known for his strong clean Art Deco lines. The chair presented here bears a lot of his design language. Made of thick oak and assembled with mortises, the backs are adjustable in three-positions via a moveable bar...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Oak
1940s French Art Deco Armchair in the Style of André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1940s French Art Deco armchair in the style of André Arbus.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Fine Set of Four Chairs Attributed to André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in London, GB
A fine set of four chairs attributed to André Arbus.
The distinctive swept arms and tapered legs are classic Arbus. These chairs are beautifully proportioned with elegant lines an...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fruitwood
Two Large Elegant Art Deco Armchairs Covered in Leather, Sled Base, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Two large elegant Art Deco armchairs covered in leather, sled base, circa 1930.
Accidents and wear on leather.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Grey Original Tubular Mucke, Melder Armchairs, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular steel designs.
It has been restored and reupholstered by our professional refurbi...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Rattan Sofa, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco rattan sofa, circa 1930
good general condition, small problems with the rottin on the feet.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Louis XVI Style Carved Wood Leather Deco Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Louis XVI French carved wood leather armchairs with columnal fluted legs and nailhead trim. Great patination to green painted legs. Button tufted seat with newly refreshed do...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Blue Italian Art Deco Armchairs, 1930s
Located in Meda, MB
These elegant armchairs were produced in the 1930s in Italy.
The armrests and feet are in black lacquered solid walnut.
Fabric and upholstery are new.
Fully restored.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, 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
Art Deco J. Halabala Armchair from 1940
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
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
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
Art Deco Vintage Brown-Cognac Leather Club Armchair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This club armchair, is covered with hand-patinated sheep leather. The armchairs have a very nice Art Deco shape. The leather is very sturdy and it is very comfortable to sit.
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1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather
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 Armchair, in Wood Painted, circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchair, in wood, circa 1925.
Beautiful patina
To restore completely.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Art Deco Rattan Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco rattan armchairs, circa 1930
good general condition, small problems with the rottin on the feet.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Single Tall Back Art Deco Armchair
Located in New York, NY
A single Art Deco tall back armchair with scrolled arms.
Walnut.
Category
1930s Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, 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
Art Deco Navy Blue Club Cocktail Chairs
Located in Chorzów, PL
Club vintage seat. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation, the armchair is upholstered with a new fabric.
Category
1960s Polish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Velvet
Art Deco Brown and Withe Fabric Italian Club Chairs Armchairs, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant pair of armchairs in fine white and brown fabrics, very special design.
All covered in white and brown fabric. The armchairs are formed by a round seat with around a band th...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
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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