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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
Dominique Pair of Armchairs, Two Pairs Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Modernist Art Deco armchairs by Dominique, circa 1935, in cherry. 25” wide x 25” deep x 33.5” high. Two pairs available. Unrestored in the photographs. DOMINIQUE From a 192...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Cherry

English Art Deco / Midcentury Geometric Upholstered Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
4 English 1940s maple armchairs with open geometric design back and upholstered seat (model for Claridge's Hotel, London dining room).
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Maple

Cupid Chaise in Natural Walnut Frame and Luxe Velvet
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

1940s Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs in the Style of André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1940s pair of French Art Deco armchairs in the style of André Arbus Painted wood, Upholstery redone, slightly dirty fabric A series of 6 model chairs are also available.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Jules Leleu French Art Deco Bergére Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Art Deco mahogany Bergère armchairs with beige geometric upholstery attributed to Jules Leleu.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Mahogany

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Art Deco Leather Armchair, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco leather armchair circa 1930, leather in very good condition, feet on wheels.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

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

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Fir

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

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Mahogany, Ultrasuede

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.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Beech

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.
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Aluminum

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.   
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Chrome

Pair of French 1940s Mahogany and Leather Armchairs
Located in Buchanan, NY
A stunning pair of French 1940s armchairs in blue leather. Experience classic French luxury with this timeless pair of 1940s armchairs. The sleek mahogany wood frames offer an elegan...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Single Tall Back Art Deco Armchair
Located in New York, NY
A single Art Deco tall back armchair with scrolled arms. Walnut.
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Early 20th Century Art Deco Walnut Armchair Jules Leleu attributed
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century Art Deco blond walnut chair armchair Jules Leleu manner, Mid-Century Modern. Original Vintage waxed fabric in very good condition Desig...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Patent Leather, Walnut

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

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Leather, Oak

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.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Rattan

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. .... After studying Applied Arts at the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Art Deco Armchairs

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Wood

Bacco Deconstructed Armchair in Natural Walnut Upholstered with Velvet
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Linen, Velvet, Walnut

Two Design Armchair .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present to you Two Design armchair from 1960 Czech Republic, furniture in its original condition as produced in the 1960s. They will be a perfect complement to the interior, ...
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Walnut

Custom Made Atena Chair and Foot Stool, Black Ebony and Blue Notte Velvet
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Angular Art Deco Speed Style Club Chair
Located in Garnerville, NY
Beautifully re-upholstered in Design Tex Glacier fabric. The chair features a very deep seat, tapered wood feet and amazing lines, circa 1930-1940. Measures: Approximately 34" dee...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Fine Set of Four Chairs Attributed to 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...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fruitwood

Adjustable Armchair in Red Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, oak, leather, brass, Europe, 1930s This adjustable chair is architectural in its design and therefore a true eyecatcher. The straight back is both elegant and sturdy....
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Brass

20th Century French Pair of Beech Armchairs by Etienne-Henri Martin & Steiner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage French Art Deco pair of armchairs, fauteuils made of hand crafted polished Beechwood, detailed in a high gloss finish, designed by the Etienne-Henri Martin and produced by ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Beech, Velvet, Upholstery, Fabric

Early 20th Century Pair of Grey Art Deco Beech Armchairs, Black Lacquer, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of Art Deco armchairs Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1939 Material: Beech, high gloss black lacquer Completaly restored. New upholstery.
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Atena Carver Chair in Walnut Upholstered with Nova Suede
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Ultrasuede, Walnut

Bacco Deconstructed Armchair in Natural Walnut Upholstered with Velvet
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Linen, Velvet, Walnut

A French Art Deco beech Wood Bridge Armchair with a Tartan Fabric
Located in Long Island City, NY
French Art Deco darkened beech wood bridge armchair with a Tartan fabric.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Beech

Art Deco Pair of Armchairs and Table, France, circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Stunning Art Deco set of two deep, barrel-back armchairs with a matching round side table. Giltwood. Newly re-upholstered in Art Deco period velvet fabric velvet, with an exotic fl...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Swedish Art Moderne Side or Desk Accent Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish Art Moderne side accent armchair made of golden flame birch with original upholstery. Fabric is in excellent vintage condition but the price does include reupholstery in your...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Birch

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs, circa 1950 Straw yellow fabric on very good condition.
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Camillo Cerri Important Cubist Armchair Designed for Haus Reinbach, 1928
By August Tobler, Camillo Cerri
Located in The Hague, NL
This unique armchair was designed in 1928 by Camillo Cerri specifically for the interior of Haus Reinbach in Stuttgart Germany. The chair was produced in...
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Birch

Pair of Velvet and Painted Wood Armchairs, Art Deco Period, Italy, circa 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of velvet and painted wood armchairs. Art Deco period, Italy, circa 1930.
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs Designed by Jan Vanek, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Art Deco, Bauhaus, functionalism - Rare type - Very comfortable.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Elegant Art Deco Armchairs in the Style of Dominique, circa 1930-1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of elegant Art Deco armchairs in the style of Dominique, circa 1930-1940.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Macassar

Sue et Mare Elegant Art Deco Bergere
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Sue et Mare. Louis Sue (1875-1968) and Andre Mare (1885-1932). An elegant high Art Deco armchair in mahogany, circa 1920. The back covered with green leather, the front upholst...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Fabric, Mahogany

Atena Carver Chair in Black American Walnut Upholstered with Novasuede
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Ultrasuede, Walnut

Six Rhulmann or Paul Follot Style Chairs, Priced Per Pair
Located in Sheffield, MA
These French Art Deco chairs are made in the style of E, J. Ruhlmann or Paul Follot. There are six chairs available all together but are sold in pairs. These are perfect for comforta...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Wood

Bentwood Armchair by Jan Vanek for UP Zavody, Brno, Czech Republic, 1930s
Located in Vienna, Austria
1930s bentwood armchair designed by Jan Vanek for UP Zavody. The frame is made up of steamed beechwood that has been formed into curved elements. After it's assembly it was stained b...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Beech

Pair of Restored Tubular Thonet Armchairs by Anton Lorenz, New Upholstery, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Bauhaus Art Deco armchairs Completely restored, New upholstery Material: Chrome Source: Germany, Thonet Period: 1930-1939.   
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs

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Chrome

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

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Metal

Antilles Ocean Liner Pair of Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French midcentury pair of armchairs (two pairs available) designed for use in the Classe Salon of the French oceanliner Antilles, 1951. These chairs are fabricated in oak with bronze...
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Oak

1940s French Art Deco Armchair in the Style of André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1940s French Art Deco armchair in the style of André Arbus.  
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Faux Leather, Mahogany

Paul Follot Pair of Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco low-backed armchairs. Two pairs available by Paul Follot circa 1927 in sculpted mahogany. Documented. Please note that these chairs are unrestored in the p...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Mahogany

Art Deco Armchairs J. Halabala from 1960
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present the armchairs by the famous Czech designer J. Halabal coming from Prague, the Czech Republic. Jindrich Halabala - (a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding creat...
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Chrome

Giorgio Collection Ebony Macassar Wood and Leather Office Desk Chair
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection ebony Macassar wood and leather Art Deco Presidential Office chair. Residential office chair on wheels with adjust...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Ebony

Set of Art Deco Mahogany Armchairs, 4 Pcs, Austria-Vienna, New Upholstery, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Set of Art Deco armchairs, four pieces. Completely restored. The surface is polished by shellac. New upholstery and new fabric. Source: Austria, (Vienna) Period: 1920-1929 Mat...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Mahogany

Paul Follot Four Sculpted Rosewood Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco set of four sculpted rosewood armchairs by Paul Follot. This model is documented in the compendium, Paul Follot, by Leon Riotor, Conseiller Municipal de Paris...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Rosewood

Bacco Carver Chair in Natural Walnut Upholstered with Lino
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Linen, Velvet, Walnut

Walnut Art Deco Seating Set, 2 Armchairs and 4 Chairs, Shellac Polish, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Czech Art Deco seating set. Made of walnut. Completely restored, new upholstery included. Surface was done by Shellac polish. Period: 1920-1929 Arm...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut, Lacquer

Two Armchair from 1960
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Two Art Deco armchair from 1960 Czech Republic.  
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Walnut

Jules Leleu Pair of Roll-Back Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco pair of armchairs by Jules Leleu, circa 1935. Please note these chairs are unrestored in the photographs. Four available. Priced per pair. JULES-EMILE LELEU (1883...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Walnut

Atena Armchair in Black Natural American Walnut & Riviera Blue Velvet
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Fine French Art Deco Armchairs by Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of fine French Art Deco stained beech "bridge" armchairs by Jules Leleu.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Beech, Fabric

Pair of Art Deco Giltwood Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of Art Deco white gold armchairs. White gold leaf with fluted front leg details.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Giltwood

Vintage French Art Deco Club Chair Restored from Frame up in a Beautiful Mohair
Located in Chicago, IL
French Deco club chair, that our Old Plank upholstery department stripped to the bare wooden frame and rebuilt the old fashion way. We used 8-way hand-tied coil springs, padding with...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Mohair, Upholstery

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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