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
Two Art Deco Armchair Shell from 1950
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair Shell from 1950 Czechy.
Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so as to restore its orig...
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs New Velvet Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Art Deco armchairs new velvet upholstery.
Category
1940s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Walnut Structure
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs. Walnut structure.
Category
1930s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Completely restored pair of Art Deco Armchairs, New upholstery, high gloss
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of Art Deco armchairs.
Completely restored, surface made by piano lacquers to the high gloss. New upholstery and fabric.
We guarantee safe a the cheapest air transport from Eur...
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1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Jallot French Art Deco Bergére Arm Chair
By Léon Jallot
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco fruitwood bergere arm chair carved with leaf & rosette motifs and upholstered in beige silk. (Attributed to LEON JALLOT)
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Fruitwood
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Vienna, AT
A pair of Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930.
Softwood construction walnut veneer with S-hellcat finish
New traditionally upholstery with inner springs and "Backhausen" fabric "Blumeng...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Nutwood, Softwood
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Mahogany and Fabric, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs, mahogany and fabric, circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Austrian Early Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of two early Art Deco armchairs from the 1920s. Oak construction with adjustable backrest.
Complete professional restoration / upholstery on request possible.
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Oak
1980s Set of Five Art Deco Brown Velvet Wooden Armchairs
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of five wooden armchairs upholstered in brown velvet. They come from renowned La Meridiana restaurant in Marbella, famous in the 1980s for being Marbella's Jet set meeting place....
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Late 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Era Vintage Armchairs attributed to Josef Frank Vienna, 1930s
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco three armchairs from oak and plywood in by Josef Frank attributed and executed by Thonet Vienna, 1930s.
The frame of the chairs from oa...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Attributed to Pierre Lardin, Pair of Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco pair of gracious-sized armchairs, design attributed to Pierre Lardin. Unrestored in the photographs. Price includes restoration, refinishing and reupholstering with b...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Dominique Pair of Oak Armchairs
By Dominique
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French midcentury late Art Deco armchairs, circa 1950, by Dominique in oak. Correctly restored, refinished and reupholstered.
Category
1950s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
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
Set of 10 French White Muslin Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 10 French 1940s brass mounted walnut high backed open arm chairs upholstered in white muslin (att: ROGER Le MANACH)
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Breuer for Thonet German Art Deco Lacquered Arm Chair
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
German Art Deco black enameled wood arm chair with chrome trim having a shaped wood back and cane seat (attributed to MARCEL BREUER; manufactured by THONET) (Related item: 061133)
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20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Armchairs Art Deco, circa 1930-1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of oak and velvet armchairs Art Deco, circa 1930-1940.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
A Pair of Fine French Art Deco Ebonized Mahogany Arm Chairs by Maxime Old
By Maxime Old
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of fine French Art Deco ebonized mahogany bridge armchairs by Maxime Old.
Price includes refinishing In process (see pictures).
Ref: "Maxime Old Architecte decorateur" by Yves...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Damon and Berteaux Art Deco Pair of Armchairs, French, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchairs in lacquered wood, designed by the architects Damon et Berteaux, in 1933, for the National Bank for the Commerce and the Industry.
( fully restored)
Can be sold s...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Gaston Poisson, Pair of Art Deco walnut Armchairs circa 1935
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gaston Poisson, pair of Art Deco walnut armchairs.
Need to be reupholstered.
One three seats bench is also available.
Also four ohers armchairs on the same model
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Art Deco Vintage Ashwood Armchair by Oskar Strnad attributed circa 1925 Austria
By Oskar Strnad
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderful Art Deco Era armchair designed by Oskar Strnad attributed Vienna Austria, circa 1925.
Carved and turned solid ashwood.
Cord woven seat.
Very v...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Cord, Ash
Art Deco "Elephant" Upholstered Armchair by Pierre de la Londe
By Pierre de la Londe
Located in New York, NY
A single Art Deco "Elephant" upholstered armchair designed by Pierre de la Londe after a Ruhlmann design. Upholstered with carved mahogany base. Featured on P12 of moblier et decorat...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Art Deco Modernist Armchairs, circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco modernist armchairs, circa 1940.
The back inclination can be modified.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Modernist Club Chair, Lyon, France, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco modernist club chair in mahogany from Lyon, France. Made in the 1930s.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Austrian Art Deco Wooden Armchairs
By Lieh Stuhl
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Austrian Art Deco steel frame folding campaign style Armchairs with hoop design back and slat wood seat (signed: LIEH STUHL)
Category
20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Steel
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
Art Deco Czech Cubism Oak Wood Blue Fabric Vintage Armchairs Lounge Chairs 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Czech Cubism Oak Blue Fabric Vintage Armchairs or Lounge Chairs from solid oakwood 1920s, Czech Republic.
Additionally the loose renewed cushions...
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1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs in the Style of André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs in the style of André Arbus
Covered with satin
Worn out fabric.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Satin
Italy Early 20th Century Art Deco Pair Armchairs, Solid Olive Wood, Wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s Pair of precious Art Deco armchairs in solid olive wood with original raw fabric. The fabric of one armchair, has an original patch, which, embellishes the look.
Spring seat
...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Olive
Pair of Hollywood Tufted Button Back Scroll Form Side Chairs by Grosfeld House
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of Hollywood/ Art Deco side chairs were realized by the illustrious 20th Century design firm, Grosfeld House- where luminaries such as Lorin Jackson refined their p...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
A Pair Of Art Deco Armchairs By Jindrich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
A Pair Of Art Deco armchairs by Jindrich Halabala for U.P. Zavody Brno from about 1930's.
still unrestored the (see picture 3+...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Set of 4 German Art Deco Brown Leather Arm Chairs
By Walter Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 German Art Deco (1930s) chrome arm chairs with brown leather tufted seat and back connected with straps. (by WALTER KNOLL)
Category
1930s German Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
1930s Pair of Art déco Rosewood Armchair
By Dominique
Located in Marseille, FR
1930s pair of Art Déco rosewood armchair. Seating covered with leather. Decorated with cast iron alloy plates with insects. Work in the styl...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Bentwood Lounge Chairs by Jan Vanek and A. Kropacek, Czech Rep., 1940s
By Jan Vanek
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage lounge chairs designed by Jan Vanek (1891-1962) and produced by UP Zavodny.
The bentwood beech frame is in original vint...
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
In the Style of Charles Dudouyt, two Neo Rustique Oak Armchairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
In the style of Charles Dudouyt, two neo rustique oak armchairs.
Leather damaged.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Triple Chrome Band Art Deco Style Air Chair by Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco style triple chrome band armchair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Original fabric.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Art Deco Oak Armchair, circa 1940, in the Style of Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco oak armchair, circa 1940, in the style of Jules Leleu.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Oak
1930-1935 Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Stained Wood and Leather - Spain
Located in Girona, ES
Pair of Art Deco cubist systems armchairs, French polished and dark varnished wood and mole leather.
Spain, 1930-1935
Measures: Extended depth 100 cm.
Category
1930s Spanish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Large Art Deco Club Armchairs in Ivory Leather - Belgium
Located in Girona, ES
An exceptional pair of Art Deco club armchairs, completely restored and new ivory white leather upholstery,
Belgium, circa 1930.
Category
1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Art Deco Armchair, in Wood Painted Faux Wood Decor, circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco armchair, in wood painted faux wood decor, circa 1925.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Leon Jallot Pair of Sculpted Pearwood Armchairs
By Léon Jallot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early Classic French Art Deco pair of armchairs in sculpted pearwood by Leon Jallot. This model was presented by the designer in the office for an art collector at Le Salon d'Automne...
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1910s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Pearwood
Art Deco Era Vintage Walnut Armchair by Hugo Gorge Vienna, circa 1925
By Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, AT
Art deco vintage armchair from walnut and leather designed by Hugo Gorge, circa 1920 in Vienna.
Hugo Gorge was an Austrian architect and a member of the Werkbund.
Especially to menti...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
1935-1940 Set of Six Art Deco Bridge Armchairs, Oak, Woven Straw - France
Located in Girona, ES
Set of six Art Deco small bridge armchairs, solid oakwood, French polish, original woven straw seat.
France, 1935-1940.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Straw
Pair of 1940s Armchairs by Jean Pascaud
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Cathedral City, CA
An original pair of late 1940s-early 1950s armchairs by: Jean Pascaud. Please note: See pictures 9 and 10 documentation provided by Docantic.
Need new upholstery see detail pictures.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Pair of Stain Birch Art Deco Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of stain birch Art Deco armchairs, with fluted arms and paw feet, upholstered in buttoned cotton velvet.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
American Art Deco / Machine Age Tubular Chrome Swivel Armchairs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic 1930s American Art Deco / Machine Age tubular chrome swivel armchairs, amazing form, patina, all original, retain original oil cloth roun...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
French 1940s Neoclassical Style Desk Chair
By André Arbus
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Chic Art Deco 1940s desk chair in blond walnut with original dark green upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
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.
Category
2010s American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood, Leather
Pair of Art Deco Walnut Armchairs With New Black and White Upholstery - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
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
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Wool
Set of 4 Tubular Steel Chrome Armchairs and 2 Stools, New Leather Upholstery
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Bauhaus Art Deco armchairs and stools.
Completely restored, new upholstery and leather.
Material: Chrome
Source: Czechoslovakia, Mücke - Melder
Period: 1930-1939.
Dimensions of armc...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Déco Green Leather Pair Club Armchairs
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Pair of special Art Deco club armchairs, green lacquered wood, coated with green dyed cowhide: unique pieces.
All padding has been redone. On request I can prepare padded stool...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Beautiful Pair of 1925 French Armchairs Designed by Maurice Dufrène
Located in Milan, Italy
A beautiful and perfect pair of 1925 French armchairs designed by Maurice Dufrène (attribution).
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Art Deco Carved Back Armchair
Located in New York, NY
1930s white painted Art Deco armchair with carved detail to back and great apron detailing. Newly restored with a beautiful Chenille fabric.
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chenille
Meg Club Chair
By Re-editions Collection
Located in Buchanan, NY
A newly manufactured Meg club chair. Add a classic touch to your home with this newly manufactured re-edition of a 1940s French club chair. Crafted with curved wooden arms and turned...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Maple
Art Deco Oak Armchair in the Style of Maxime Old, circa 1940
By Maxime Old
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco oak armchair in the style of Maxime Old, circa 1940.
Category
1940s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Pair of Elegant Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Two armchairs in Wood and leather,
circa 1930.
Restored.
Measurements of the armchairs: Height 83 cm x width 53 cm x depth 42 cm.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Mahogany and Fabric, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs, mahogany and fabric, circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Restored Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Original Preserved Fabric, Shellac Polish
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of Art Deco armchairs.
Completely restored, surface made by shellac polish.
Material: Combination of walnut and maple
Well-preserved original upholstery.
We guarantee safe a th...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Upholstery, Maple
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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