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
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.
$14,000 / item
The 'Verneuil' Mohair Sofa by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 'Verneuil' sofa is the latest addition to our exclusive Design Frères line. inspired by Jean-Michel Frank's timeless Art Deco aesthetic, it is built to the highest standards of c...
Steel
Maurice Dufrene Art déco Canapé circa 1920
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maurice Dufrene Art déco Canapé circa 1920 Reupholstery in beige wool fabric
Fabric, Wood
Canapé "Rognon" Art déco en placage d'acajou 1930
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Canapé "Rognon" Art déco en placage d'acajou 1930's Restauration nécessaire
Wood
$11,500 / item
Art Deco Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Elegant Art Deco Kidney Sofa. With an iconic kidney shape, this sumptuous sofa offers enveloping comfort in a warm caramel-colored velvet. Its gracefully flowing form features a smooth back and bowed bench seat, with French seams for a distinctive accent. Bronze sabre-style legs elevate its curved wood base, finished in Duty Silver for a touch of luxe. Toss pillows...
Fabric
$1,480Sale Price|81% Off
Classic French Art Deco 1930 Style Leather Club Sofa / Couch
Located in New York, NY
Classic French Art Deco 1930 style stitched, grey leather sofa circa 1970 with pure, clean lines and an elegant, relaxed form. The leather has been ...
Leather, Down
Art Deco Canape in Willow Wicker, upholstered in off-white boucle, Austria 1920s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an elegant and sculptural Art Deco canape executed in richly woven wicker and rattan, dating to the 1920s–1930s. The piece features a dramatic high backrest, cylindrical rolled armrests, and an elongated low-slung silhouette resting on turned wooden feet, combining geometric modernism with the warmth of natural materials. The craftsmanship is particularly notable in the dense handwoven wicker work, executed in varying patterns that create subtle rhythm and texture across the surfaces. The rounded armrests contrast beautifully with the strict linearity of the body, giving the piece a distinctly architectural presence while maintaining an inviting softness. The proportions are unusually refined, with the elevated back creating an almost screen-like effect reminiscent of French and Central European Art Deco interiors of the period. The canape has been newly visualized with custom off-white bouclé upholstery and matching cushions, highlighting how effortlessly the design translates into contemporary interiors while preserving its historic character. Its generous scale makes it ideal as a statement sofa, daybed, or lounge piece. An exceptionally rare and atmospheric example of Art Deco wicker furniture...
Bouclé, Wicker, Feathers
$10,942Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Canapé Sofa, Sage Green Leather, Walnut, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An Art Deco canapé sofa with sage green leather from the 1940s. The curved armrests and three-panel backrest add visual balance and comfort, while the light floral carvings on each ...
Walnut
$17,250Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Gilded Canape by Paul Follot, Mahogany, French Design, 1922
By Paul Follot
Located in Miami, FL
A “Paul Follot, Art Deco salon canape, Circa: 1922: French Art Deco solid mahogany sofa with gold leaf, decorated with a carved fruit basket on each arm, elegant arc-shaped backrest,...
Fruitwood
Midcentury Maple Brass and Fabric Austrian Canape Sofa, 1940
Located in Roma, Lazio
Characteristic and precious Austrian sofas in bleached maple with rich brass inserts, all married with a beautiful black and silver fabric. The sofa ha...
Brass
MW01 sofa in Art Deco style, with engraved and sandblasted glass panels
Located in Beaumont-Louestault, FR
The MW01 Cannage sofa perfectly combines elegance and the engraved and sandblasted cannage pattern. Inspired by an iconic 18th-century design, famously revived by Dior in the 1940s, ...
Stainless Steel
Historical Art Deco Daybed, Beautiful Fabric Upholstery, Early 20th Century
Located in Krefeld, DE
Early 20th-century upholstered daybed with a low wooden base and three separate cushions. Its long, backless form can be approached from either side, while the cushions can be positi...
Fabric, Wood
Louis XVI Style Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style canape made by La Maison London. Hand carved in solid wood, painted in an ecru white with gold highlights. Upholstered in a fabric of your choice Please note: 11m of...
Giltwood
Modern High Back Sofa with Yellow Linen Upholstery, French Design
Located in Miami, FL
Hight back and sides sofa. Completely re-upholstered in a soft yellow Thick linen. Interesting and great look from each side (back and sides.) Very comfortable and elegant. Easy to m...
Fabric, Wood
$18,100Sale Price|24% Off
H 39.5 in W 53 in D 25 in
Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Maison Jansen settee in emerald green velvet and gilt frame, signed underneath with remnants of Jansen stamp. Incredible collectors piece, wi...
Wood, Velvet
$4,480
H 25.6 in W 65.56 in D 21.66 in
Danish Art Nouveau, Chaise Lounge in Oak & Lisa Larson “Mikey” Upholstery, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
A characterful early 20th century Art Nouveau chaise canapé in solid oak, reflecting the decorative traditions of Danish Art Nouveau furniture inspired by Rococo forms. The piece fea...
Fabric, Textile, Cotton, Linen, Oak
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 5, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Setup 5 (1x small,1x medium,1x large, 1x corner, 2x ottoman, 2x ottoman classic, 3x armrest): L230-280cm & 220cm / P96...
Foam, Wool
$18,849
H 40.56 in W 108.27 in D 29.53 in
Giltwood "Confidente" Large Sofa in the Louis XV Style made by La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
An elegant and impressive large Louis XV style confidante sofa which has been hand carved and gilded using traditional methods and materials to achieve...
Wood, Giltwood
Beice 3-Seat Sofa
Located in Istanbul, TR
Beice is a 3-seat sofa designed to mimic the feeling of sitting on cotton candy clouds. The combination of its powder pink color, arc shaped back rests, round edges and sphere walnut...
Wood
18th Century French Sofa
Located in Nashville, TN
Carved frame sofa is upholstered in French gaufrage velvet.
Velvet, Wood
$8,400
H 33 in W 44 in D 28 in
French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Giltwood Upholstered Canapé en Corbeille
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style giltwood canapé en corbeille from the 19th century, with carved flowers and new upholstery. Created in France during the 1...
Upholstery, Giltwood
Maurice Dufrene Single Club/Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco swooping round-backed club/arm/relaxing chair by Maurice Dufrene, circa 1925. 25” wide x 29” deep x 32” high. MAURICE DUFRENE (1876 - 1955) One of the ...
Wood
Classic Leather Sofa Couch
By Classic
Located in New York, NY
Comfy burgundy leather sofa, with brass studs. Classic form, original condition, clean, ready to use. Cushions do sit flat, they were just not p...
Leather
Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
By Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
Upholstery, Oak
Art Deco Daybed in Red Velvet and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Daybed, velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Very elegant art deco daybed in red velvet. The frame of the daybed is executed in walnut and shows stunning ornamental decorations. This is es...
Velvet, Walnut
Danish Art Deco Sofa with Walnut Frame and Tufted Red Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
John Thorson, sofa, walnut and leather, Denmark, 1920s A beautiful Danish sofa executed with a walnut frame and upholstered in warm red leather. What makes this sofa so special is t...
Leather, Walnut
Classic Curved Settee with Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Banana sofa, beige floral fabric and oak, France, 1950s This voluptuous sofa is executed with elegant wooden legs and a light colored, velvet fabric with a floral embroided patter...
Velvet, Oak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 59.85 in D 23.63 in
20th century French Art Deco Walnut and Yellow Fabric Sofa, 1925s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Magnificent Art Deco sofa (1925s) in walnut in very high quality. Slightly curved sides, which makes it very elegant. Removable seat cushion. Yellow cotton fabric with patterns and ...
Fabric, Walnut
Sold
H 25.99 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern, Three Seater Banana Sofa, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
By Mogens Lassen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Odense, DK
Curved great quality banana sofa with chunky legs in its original fabric. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. Shapes are on point and have an intriguing look that fits nicely into a modern interior This classic banan sofa...
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Art Deco Sofa, Danish Cabinetmaker, Made in 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Elegant sofa made in nutwood with some soft curves, upholstered in a fine chequer fabric. Made in the 1930s by a Danish cabinetmaker. A rare object with an expressive look. The overa...
Fabric, Wood, Nutwood
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H 37.41 in W 64.97 in D 25.99 in
Two Seater Sofa in Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Frits Henningsen
Located in Odense, DK
A unique classic Danish modern 2-seater sofa in solid oak, reupholstered in lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in 1940s. Clear references to some of the famous Danish archite...
Lambskin, Oak
Sold
H 27.56 in W 76.78 in D 32.29 in
Antique Curved Danish Three Seater Sofa in Velvet, Empire, 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Such an elegant three seater antique empire sofa in a classic red velvet. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the early 19th century. The general imp...
Velvet, Beech
Sold
H 39.38 in W 68.9 in D 23.23 in
19th Century Sculptural Three Seater Baroque Sofa, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
A lovely romantic three seater sofa in a fantastic fabric. Made in solid oak. Hand carved by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 19th century. The overall impression is really good, with on...
Fabric, Oak
Bench Attributed to Paolo Buffa, Italy 1950
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Paris, FR
Italian bench from the 1950s attributed to Paolo Buffa. Adjustable as an extra bed. The wood has traces of use. New constructivism outdoor fabric designed by Jean-Paul Gaultier for L...
Fabric
Pinz Art Deco Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Art Deco style sofa, Statement-making from every angle, this modern sofa features a striking silhouette, distinctly defined by continuous clean lines and a slim wood frame. Tailored to perfection in a woven linen fabric, its smooth upholstered back and welted seat cushions offer soft contrast to its Black Saddle finish. Poised on French cabriole-inspired legs, it offers sophistication, with cloud-like comfort. Accent pillows add depth and warm texture in a multicolor velvet. Style with a pair of matching Outline chairs...
Fabric
Art Deco Emerald Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Art Deco style emerald sofa. This sofa is glamour personified! Couture detail, a contemporary curving silhouette and fashionable upholstery define...
Brass