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 Two Design Art Deco, Club Armchairs, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia,
- circa -1930
- Good original condition
- Very interesting and rare model.
- Seat hight 4O cm
- The fabric is very worn, suitable for replacement
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Bergere, Armchair Att. Maurice Jallot, c1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Beautiful Bergere, armchairs by Jallot, circa 1930.
Upholstery a little tired, fabrics in good condition.
We can reupholster this armchair on request.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
French Art Deco Office Chair / Armchair Black - White Raydesign Colored Leather
Located in Salzburg, AT
Elegant shaped French Art Deco office chair (armchair) restored.
Re-lacquerd with black shiny gloss finish, re-upholsterd with black and white colored leather in raydesign.
With a s...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Dutch Dining Chairs in Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, stained beech, The Netherlands, 1940s
This pair of dining chairs not only shows a well-balanced backrest and overall frame. The frame is very structured and sturdy wh...
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1940s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech
French 1900s Design Bistro Rattan Wicker and Braided Resin Outdoor Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French Bistro design rattan wicker armchair composed of a rattan structure, braided resin back and seat with a red outline, famous at the beginning of th...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Original Art Deco Pair of Armchairs, Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, Czech, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Art Deco Pair of Armchairs Designed by Jindrich Halabala
Period: 1930-1939
Designer: Jindrich Halabala
Maker: UP Zavody
Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia)
Material: Beech
With these ...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Beech
Dutch Art Deco Haagse School rationalist desk chair, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A 1920s Dutch Haagse School desk chair in solid oak and with the original seat (springs inside), upholstered in leatherette. The chair has a low backrest which gives it a cubist and ...
Category
1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 2 Story Book Dutch Brutalist Wabi Sabi Oak Rush Lounge Chairs ca. 1935
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Two lovely solid oak chairs with a rush seat from the 30's.
Fit perfectly with the style of designers such as Axel Einar Hjorth, Charlotte Perriand, Jean Touret and Charles Dudouyt....
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
1930´s Art Deco Armchair
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A 1930´s Art Deco armchair. Made from solid beech wood. Seat upholstered in brown faux leather.
The clear design and it´s beautiful worn patina give this authentic chair an exceptio...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Set of Two Restored Art Deco Armchairs, Beech, Original Upholstery, Czech, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Period: 1920 - 1929
Source: Czechia
Material: Solid Beech
It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the o...
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1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Beech
Sheep leather armchair with Art Deco design and a beautiful appearance
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this sheep leather armchair in Art Deco design with a beautiful appearance, finished with decorative studs.
This lovely and comfortable sheep leather design armchair has ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Set of Two Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by Jules Leleu, Beech, France, 1930s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Designer: Jules Leleu
Source: France
Period: 1930-1939
It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the orig...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Beech, Lacquer
Restored Art Deco Armchair, Beech, New Upholstery, Czech, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
It has been reupholstered by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia. Please contact us to find out the details of its reupholstery.
It has been re-polished with polyutherane ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Fabric, Beech
Art Deco Armchair, Austria 40s
Located in Lucija, SI
Original Art Deco armchair made in the 30s in Austria
It was recently reupholstered in yellow alcantara fabric
Category
1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Type C Armchair by Jindřich Halabala, 1930s
Located in Poznań, PL
An armchair designed by the world famous Czech designer Jindřich Halabala. Produced during the 1930's.
Bent beechwood frame restored to half matt gloss. Seating recreated and covered...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Thonet A811, 1930s, Rattan, Vintage - set of 2
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Bunnik, NL
The Thonet A811 chair is a variant of the 811 chair with armrests. The design by Viennese architects Jozef Hoffman and Jozef Frank was created in the 1920s...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Armchair Thonet A 967F
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
In beautiful condition, perfectly cleaned and polished with shellac. Solid and compact. New plywood seat with floral decor installed.
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Art Deco Chrome Armchair in Original Naugahyde Very Rare
By Kem Weber
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into the golden age of design with this Art Deco Chrome Piping Arm Chair, evoking the iconic style of a classic barber shop, attributed to the esteemed designer Kem Weber and cr...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Armchair by Kozelka and Kropacek
Located in Dorchester, GB
A Bentwood armchair by Kozelka and Kropacek for interior praha, circa 1950.
In good all round condition, left in its original upholstery, spring core in perfect condition, very stud...
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Sheepskin Art Deco design armchair with accents all around
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this beautiful sleek sheepskin Art Deco design armchair of top quality with lovely accents all around.
With its Art Deco-inspired design, this sheepskin armchair is a st...
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Early 2000s Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Art deco armchair, 1950s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Art deco inspired armchair with a chrome and wooden frame and grey fabric cushions.
The chair dates from the 1950s where a lot of designs where still very much art deco inspired.
B...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Restored Beech Art Deco Armchair by Jules Leleu, Revived Polish, France, 1930s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Horomerice, CZ
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...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Beech
1930s Restored Art Deco Adjustable Armchair by Fischel, Czechoslovakia
By Fischel
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully restored and finished by shellac
- Newly upholstered (not original pillows )
- Beech wood skelet
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Restored Art Deco Armchair, Walnut, Original Upholstery, Czech, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
In pristine original condition, the upholstery has been professionally cleaned, and its polish revived by our refurbishing team in Czechia.
It has been re-polished with polyutheran...
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Art Deco armchair, Poland, 1940s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco armchair, Poland, 1940s.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. The seat and backrest are covered with new fabric.
Dimensions: height 80 c...
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1940s Polish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
4 Chrome Art Deco Arm Chairs by Lloyd Furniture att. to Kem Weber c.1930's
By Kem Weber, Lloyd Loom
Located in New York, NY
Tubular chrome barrel chairs, made by Lloyd furniture, design attributed to Kim Weber, circa 1930's. The chairs exhibit classic early Industrial, Machine Age, Art Deco style, having ...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Restored Art Deco Wingchair, by Jan Vaněk, Beech, Czech, 1930s
By Jan Vanek
Located in Horomerice, CZ
The very comfortable and popular armchair was designed by the architect Jan Vaněk in the early period of his work.
The traditional spring upholstery is original, well-preserved and u...
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
American Art Deco Tubular chrome Chair Designed by Gilbert Rohde
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Chrome Cantilever Chair by Etowah Mfg, Bauhaus / Art Deco, Super stylized Amazing original condition. Extremely comfortable. Superior quality and construction.Designed by G...
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20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
A pair of Art Deco armchairs, Poland, 1950s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco armchairs from the mid-20th century.
The furniture is in very good condition, professionally renovated, the seat is covered with new fabric.
Dimensions: height 94 cm / sea...
Category
1950s Polish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
1930s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
- Upholstery in good condition with some signs of use
- high of seat 47 cm
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Armchair, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
Elegant Art Deco armchair.
Very good original condition.
Shipping quote on request
Category
1940s European Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
art deco style tubular armchair
Located in Felino, IT
chrome-plated tubular armchair 1990s. in the art deco style by Hayek Gottwald. produced in the 1990s. chrome-plated metal tubing. skai upholstery.
Category
1990s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Sculptural wooden Armchair, Gio Ponti Style, Italy, 1930s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare sculptural wooden armchair in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy, 1930s
An armchair of great refinement, which well represents the sophisticated elegance of the period that goes fro...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Art Deco Armchair, 1940s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Swedish Art Deco Armchair, 1940s.
Elegant Scandinavian Art Deco armchair in stained and lacquered beech with curved backrest. Seat is newly upholstered with golden velvet fabric.
Ma...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Restored Art Deco Armchair, by Jan Vaněk, Oak, Cotton, Czech, 1940s
By Jan Vanek
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Designed by renowned Czech interior architect and designer, Jan Vanek.
Our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has fully restored it according to the original process.
New u...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Textile, Cotton, Oak
2 Gilbert Rohde Styled Art Deco Z Sitting Chairs (A)
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of two sculptural chromed framed sitting chairs in the design manner of Gilbert Rohde's Z chairs . Upholstered in a satin black soft and smooth leatherette fabric which makes t...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pink Fabric Armchair Made in Czechia, 1930s, Original Condition, Art Deco Style
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Art Deco armchair
Source: Czechia (Czech republic)
Period: 1930-1939.
Material: Beech
Original well preserved condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Gilbert Rohde Styled Art Deco Z Sitting Chairs (B)
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of two sculptural chromed framed sitting chairs in the design manner of Gilbert Rohde's Z chairs . Upholstered in a satin black soft and smooth leatherette fabric which makes t...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
1940s Pair of Restored Beech Art Deco Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
- armrests 65 cm
Category
1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Art Deco armchair, France, circa 1925
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Art Deco armchair, France, circa 1925
Original “chenille”/thick velvet fabric.
Beech wood structure.
In good condition.
Dimensions:
height 74 cm
width 70 cm
depth 64 cm
Seat dime...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Insanely designed sheep leather Art Deco design armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this very beautiful sheep leather Art Deco armchair with both the appearance and the quality and seating comfort.
What colors and what a look! This beautifully designed a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Rare Art Deco Armchair, 1940's.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of Fabric, Wood
Seat height is 42cm
Good Original Condition
Category
1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
A French Art Deco Desk, Side Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
French Art Deco oak desk or side chair. Handsome French Art Deco oak desk chair. This stunning desk chair or office chair has a distressed leather seat and would look great with a Fr...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Armchair - throne, Western Europe, early 20th century. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique armchair from the 1920s.
Furniture in very good condition, professionally renovated, seat and backrest covered with new fabric.
Dimensions: height 132 cm / seat height. 50 ...
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco wooden armchair 1930
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Discover the ultimate in comfort and style with our authentic 1930s French chair.
Rich in history and character, this beautiful chair is expertly crafted from high-quality wood and ...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco armchair, Poland, 1930s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco armchair from the first half of the 20th century.
The armchair is in very good condition. The seat has been upholstered with new fabric.
Dimensions: height 81 cm / seat he...
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1930s Polish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Restored Art Deco Armchair, Original Upholstery, Walnut, Veneer, Czech, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia)
Period: 1930-1939
Material: Walnut, veneer
Revitalized original polish.
Stable construction in perfect condition.
Professionally cleaned original up...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
French Club Chairs in Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of club chairs, brown fabric, beech, brass, France, 1940s.
These classically sculpted armchairs feature seatings that are designed as a shell, which embraces the sitter wonderf...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchair Fn 21 by Mücke & Melder, circa 1930
Located in Lucenec, SK
This Bauhaus armchair was produced in the 1930s by Mücke & Melder Czechoslovakia.
New upholstery and new chrome.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Art Deco Armchair, H237 by Jindrich Halabala, Flower Patterned Upholstery
Located in Lučenec, SK
This beautiful set of floral patterned Art Deco armchairs will uplift any libing room or conservatory with its beauty and craftsmanship. The armchairs were designed by the reknowned ...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
2 Dutch Story Book Brutalist Wabi Sabi Oak Rush Lounge Chairs, circa 1935
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Two lovely solid oak chairs with a rush seat from the 1930s.
Fit perfectly with the style of designers such as Henning Kjærnulf, Axel Einar Hjorth, Charlotte Perriand, Jean Touret an...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Fan Back Armchair With Kravet Botanical Upholstery
Located in Centennial, CO
What a stunning accent chair! Vintage 1930s Art Deco fan back wood frame bergere chair recently reupholstered with a gorgeous Kravet botanical damask. Parrots, snails, toads, humming...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Damask, Walnut
Leather Art Deco Armchair, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
An old Portuguese chestnut armchair in pleat and leather.
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20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
art deco modernist chair circa 1930
Located in Mouscron, WHT
curious art deco modernist chair circa 1930
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
1930s Parlor Chair by Magnus Oleson, Denmark
Located in Portland, OR
A classic silhouette armchair from Magnus Oleson circa 1930s. Dark stained Beech frame and striped wool upholstery which appears to be original. Dramatic side profile with button tuf...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
1930s Restored Art Deco Armchair, up to 4 pieces
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia
- Carefully refurbished and finished in shellac
- Beech skelet with oak veneer finished in shellac
- Newly upholstered in brown fabric imitating the leather
...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather, Beech, Oak
Single old armchair At Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Old armchair in wood and havana leather.
France, 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
French Club Chairs in Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Club chairs, brown fabric, beech, brass, France, 1940s.
These classically sculpted armchairs feature seatings that are designed as a shell, which embraces the sitter wonderfully. Th...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
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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