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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
1930s French Modernist Art Deco Armchair by Francis Jourdain in Beech and Rope
Located in London, GB
A modernist stained beech armchair with new woven seagrass seat and back by Francis Jourdain. French, c. 1930. Francis Jourdain (1876-1958) - Born in Paris and son of famous Belgian...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Seagrass, Beech

Pair of Fine 1930s Beechwood Bridge Armchairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of fine French Art Deco solid beech bridge armchairs.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Beech

Pair of armchairs, Swedish Grace 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of rare Swedish Grace armchairs in stained beech and red linen/cotton fabric. Paw shaped legs and rounded armrests. Sweden, 1930s. In...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Beech

Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchair in Art Déco- Streamline Style, circa 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
A low tubular steel cantilever armchair made of chrome-plated tubular steel in a single open continuous line. This elegant original "Freischwinger" easy chair with armrests is restor...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Metal

2 Armchairs Art Deco, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Armchairs Art Deco Year 1920 Materials : Wood and leather Country: French Elegant and sophisticated armchairs. You want to live in the golden years, these are the armchairs your pr...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Wood, Leather

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

Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, wood and blue upholstery, Europe, 1940s This fine pair of lounge chairs undoubtedly breathes the late art deco period of the 1940s. The design has a certain t...
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1940s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

White art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
White art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody. Professionally stained and repolished.
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1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

French Art Deco Period Bridge Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of bridge side chairs from the Art Deco period in France. These chairs are hand-crafted with solid walnut frames that have been finished with a lustrous French polish. We love t...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Sleek, beautiful sheepskin leather and wood vintage Art Deco design armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic vintage sheepskin leather armchair features a sleek and luxurious design, typical of the beloved Art Deco style. In our opinion, this timeless piece should not be miss...
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20th Century Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Art Deco Style Armchairs
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Red vintage armchairs in style of Art Deco in original vintage condition.
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1980s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Pair of fine French Art Deco mahogany chairs. The chairs have been refinished and are ready to be re-upholstered (not included in price)
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Mahogany

Art Deco Paris Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Paris armchair, Modern collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Paris armchair adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living area. Upholstered in Lelièv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs

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Gold Leaf

French Louis XVI Style Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely Louis XVI style armchair from France, 1920's. Beautifully curved wood arms and wood tapered feet in a medium stain. Vintage ochre velvet upholstery. Original wood finish with ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Pair of 1930's French Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible pair of upholstered armchairs from France, 1930's. Beautifully curved wood arms and wood tapered feet in a medium stain. Vintage green velvet upholstery. Original wood fin...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Velvet

Art deco Thonet armchairs no.428
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco Thonet armchairs no.428 executed by Thonet Debrecen. Professionally stained and repolished.
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1930s Hungarian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

20th Century Danish Art Deco Beechwood Armchair - Vintage Single Side Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Art Deco Danish single armchair made of hand carved Beechwood, detailed with brass nail heads in good condition. The back rest and the arms of the Scandinavian side ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech

Fine Pair of Fully Restored Antique Art Deco Armchairs Hand Carved Carved Panels
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored pair of antique hand dyed Cigar brown leather Art Deco club armchairs with hand carved panels. An exceptionally goo...
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Early 1900s English Antique Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Pair of Art Deco Open Armchairs / Side Chairs
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of Art Deco open armchairs / side chairs. They were made in Europe, most likely France, they date from the 1930’s. The design is very stylish, they are of superb qu...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Wittmann Style Rich Turquoise Velvet Fan Back Cocktail Chair, 1930s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Original Art Deco luxurious rich turquoise blue velvet fan back cocktail chair with metal feet 1930s very much in the style of Wittmann. No branding or labels. Additional dimen...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Armchairs

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Brass

Pair of Art Deco Rattan Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco rattan armchairs, circa 1930. 1 is in very good condition, lack of rattan on the second (see photos).
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Rattan

Art Deco Club Chair or Armchair, France, 1935
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Art Deco armchair, France, 1935. New upholstery with a purple Art Deco design fabric. Armrests and feet with gold leaf. Full restored, perfect condition!  
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Gold Leaf

Art Deco Armchairs with Black Wood & Reupholstered in Bouclé Fabric France '30s
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of two elegant Art Deco armchairs or lounge chairs manufactured and designed in France 1930s. Made of hardwood and professionally reupholstered in bouclé wool fabric. These armc...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Bouclé, Hardwood

Restored Art Deco Armchair, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Beech, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
According to the original process, our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has restored and reupholstered the item. Designed by Jindrich Halabala, a renowned designer credite...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by J. Halabala, UP Závody, Czech, 1940s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Chair model C - also known as "Canadian" This pair of Art Deco armchairs dates back to the mid-20th century and was designed by the iconic Czech designer Jindřich Halabala for UP Zá...
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Two Art Deco Modernist Children's Armchairs by Jan Wils for Eik en Linden, 1918
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare set of two Art Deco Modernist children's armchairs. Design by Jan Wils for Meubelfabriek Eik en Linden Alkmaar. Striking Dutch design from around 1918. ...
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1910s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Oak

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

Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade Tubular Chrome Z Chairs Art Deco - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade Tubular Chrome Z Chairs Art Deco - a Pair. Circa 1930s. Measurements: 31" H x 21" W x 24" D x 18" Seat height x 27.5" Arm height.
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Metal

Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chair in Original Red Upholstery Czech Republic 1930
Located in Almelo, NL
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chair in Original Red Upholstery Czech Republic 1930. This elegant lounge chair, designed by Jindrich Halabala and produced by Thonet in Czechia around 1930...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Bentwood

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

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Leather, Faux Leather, Birch

Original French Art Deco Lounge Chair and Original Soft Comfy Fabric, circa 1935
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Chrome

Set of 6 Sculptural Vintage Bamboo Dining Chairs, Danish Modern, Made in 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful set of six bohemian bamboo dining chairs, upholstered with vintage fabric. Made in Denmark, 1960s. This set remains in a good condition. "Bohemian design, also known as boho design, is a style of interior design that revels in playful colors, textures, and patterns. Unlike minimalist Scandinavian or modern design, boho design embraces maximalism and encourages individual expression through the curation and layering of multicultural textiles, art works, and decorative objects. Bohemian interior design embraces decor ideas from around the globe. Its free-spirit, anything-goes approach made it one of the most popular interior design trends...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Bamboo

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A sleek pair of solid birch and palisander chairs with a stylized inlaid crest of burled birch and mahogany, which adorns the backrest. Gracefully sweeping arms transform into slim s...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Mahogany

Bauhaus art deco amrchairs by Lajos Kozma for Thonet Mundus
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bauhaus art deco amrchairs by Lajos Kozma for Thonet Mundus. Professionally stained and repolished with new fabric.
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1930s Hungarian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Oversized Armchairs by Hendrix-Allardyce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of armchairs custom designed and built for a private client in Los Angeles. The chairs are beautifully crafted and well designed, beautiful combination of colors ha...
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Early 2000s North American Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Art Deco Paris Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Paris Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Paris armchair adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living area. Upholstered in beige ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs

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Gold Leaf

Club leather Armchairs in ART DECO style, 1970s, Europe
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These comfortable ART DECO leather club armchairs were made in the ART DECO style in the 1970´s. They are made of black leather. In good vintage condition with no damage, minor signs...
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Late 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Streamline Chair H-269 by Jindrich Halabala for Spojene UP Zavody, 1930s
Located in Wien, AT
This lounge chair by Jindrich Halabala for Spojene UP Zavody was produced during the 1930s. The armchair will be restored to order with a new spring. The wo...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

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

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Alpaca, Wood

Restored Beech Art Deco Armchair by Jules Leleu, Revived Polish, France, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored beech Art Deco armchair by Jules Leleu. Period : 1920 -1929 Source : France Designed by Jules Leleu, a French designer at the top of French 20th Century decoration who dis...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs in the Style of André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco armchairs in the style of André Arbus Covered with satin Worn out fabric.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Satin

1950s Pair of Rare J.Halabala Side Chairs by UP Zavody, Brno
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - labeled by producer - Height of set 45 cm.
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Belgium ART DECO Armchair, Circa 1920 Belgium
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: BELGIUM ART DECO ARMCHAIR, CIRCA 1920 Belgium. Very decorative piece made with ebonized oak, brass detailing, original leather ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Armchairs

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Brass

Rene Prou Armchairs in Walnut, 2 Pairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Two pairs of French modernist Art Deco armchairs/pull-up chairs by Rene Prou, circa 1930 in French walnut. Model exhibited at 1929 Salon d’Automne and pictured in the book, Rene Prou...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Walnut

Pair of Adjustable Lounge Chairs by Thonet, 1930's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning and very rare pair of Thonet lounge chairs, fabricated in the 30's. Both chairs of this magnificent set are marked in the wood u...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Sculptural Vintage Italian Armchairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Attributed to Federico Munari, these highly sculptured armchairs with elegant curves and brass legs. They are ample and very comfortable, professionally upholstered in excellent bou...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Brass

Antique Vintage Art Deco Steel Metal Blue Garden Patio Outdoor Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Vintage Art Deco steel metal blue garden patio outdoor chair. Item features blue painted finish, round back, very nice vintage item, sleek ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Armchairs

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Metal

Vintage Lounge Chairs by Kovona Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This rare pair of lounge chairs from the renowned Czechoslovak manufacturer Kovona, dating back to the 1970s, is a true icon of the era’s design. The chairs feature a sturdy yet eleg...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Chrome

Ernesto Valabrega Rare Armchair in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega, armchair, oak, fabric, Italy, ca. 1935 A lounge chair in oak and beige floral patterned upholstery by Italian designer Ernesto Valabrega. The expansive upholstere...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Restored Art Deco Reclining Armchair, Walnut, High Gloss, Czech. 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco reclining armchair comes from Czechoslovakia from the early 20th century. It is made of solid and veneered walnut and impresses with its timeless design and pre...
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1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Pair of Midcentury Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Armchairs designed in the late 1950s by Jindrich Halabala, fully restored and upholstered with Lelieve red velvet. Only one restored, delivery time 3-4 weeks.    
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Swedish Grace Arm Chairs - COM Ready
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of newly restored antique Swedish Grace arm chairs. Swedish Grace was the brief design period precursing the more commonly identified Scandinavian Modern. It is a delicate balan...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Hardwood

German Art Deco Cantilever Armchair Tubular Steel Silver Black White, circa 1925
Located in Berlin, DE
This very rare German Art Deco Tubular steel cantilever armchair was made circa 1925. It was chromed. The chrome come of at some spots but gives the chair a great look and Patina. Th...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs

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Metal

Swedish Art Deco Antique Armchair Early 20th Century Golden Birch Bentwood Arms
Located in Lewes, England
Single Swedish Art Deco armchair from the Art Deco period with golden birch bentwood arms in a rich honey color French polish finish. It is structurally sound. The extra deep fully ...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs

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Birch

2 Armchairs Art Deco in leather and wood , France, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Armchairs Art Deco Year 1930 Materials : Wood and leather Country: French Elegant and sophisticated armchairs. You want to live in the golden years, these are the armchairs your pr...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Art Deco Chair, ca. 1925
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Art Deco (lady's) armchair, France, circa 1925. The chair is reupholstered recently with a new interior and pilot. Fabric: Güell-Lamadrid.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Monumental Art Deco Throne Chairs, Manufactured by the Henderson Ames Co.
By Henderson Ames Company 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
Monumental Art Deco throne chairs, manufactured by The Henderson Ames Co. amazing design! Wonderful scale and proportion. I believe these to be out of ...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Jules Leleu, Yellow Upholstered Mahogany Art Deco Armchair, France, circa 1926
Located in New York, NY
This plush armchair is an early creation of Art Deco icon Jules Leleu, and features a mahogany frame, rounded sabots, and spiraled arms. Numbered on ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Mahogany

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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