Art Deco Chairs
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.
Style: Art Deco
Color: Brown
Set of 8 Art Deco Chairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 8 Art Deco chairs.
Need to be restored.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Art Deco Vintage Brown Beech Windsor Chairs Josef Frank, circa 1930, Vienna
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage Windsor chairs or dining chairs Josef Frank attributed circa 1930 in Vienna and executed by Thonet-Mundus. It features a company´s branding label.
The chairs from br...
Category
1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Beech
Set of 8 fine French Art Deco Palisander Chairs by Maxime Old (6 side + 2 arm)
By Maxime Old
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of fine French Art Deco six-side and two-arm palisander chairs by Maxime Old.
A matching table, sideboard and two vitrine are also available.
Armchairs dimensions: H 36" W 22 1...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Palisander
Pair of Art Deco Chairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco chairs circa 1930, relacquered and covered with new fabric.
good condition, a few lacks of paint.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood
1930 Oak Chairs Series Leather Top August by Vallin
By Auguste Vallin
Located in Marseille, FR
Series of 6 oak chairs burgundy leather top 1930 by Auguste Vallin height dimension 85 cm and a width of 41 cm and depth of 43 cm. From the estate of Auguste Vallin in Marseille, Auguste Vallin architect and designer son Eugene Vallin.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Four Art Deco Dinning Chairs Ebene de Macassar and Red Leather
Located in Weiningen, CH
Four Art Deco dining chairs ebene de Macassar and red leather.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Macassar
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...
Category
1930s Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of 6 Époque Art Deco Chairs, Stained Beech and Faux Leather
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 6 époque Art Deco chairs, stained beech and faux leather.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Pair of Chinese Art Deco Geometric Side Chairs, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of beautiful blackwood chairs was crafted a century ago in Shanghai, a bustling port city that was at the forefront of taste and influence in Chinese culture during the early 20th century. Made in the style of Art Deco, the striking, geometric forms of these chairs are decorated with intricate carvings, reminiscent of the scrollwork and auspicious symbols seen in traditional Chinese woodworking...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Set of Four Leather High Back Chairs in the Manner of Jacques Adnet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four leather high back chairs in the manner of Jacques Adnet. Original condition
located in Brooklyn.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
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...
Category
1940s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Italy Mid-Century Modern Pair of Chairs, Solid Walnut Polished to Wax from Asolo
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italy 1940s Art deco pair of chairs, solid walnut polished to wax " Asolane chairs" excellent patina elegant and very robust
Measure cm: H 95\47 W 46 D 44.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of Chinese Art Deco Style Dining Chairs, France, circa 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Attractive set of six Chinese Art Deco dining chairs with agreeable, rounded backs, saber back legs, and minimally engraved front legs. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
French Art Deco Chairs in the Style of Paul Follot
By Paul Follot
Located in Oakland, CA
Original French Art Deco chairs, newly restored fabric and specialized original painted and gilded finish. This spectacular pair with intricate carving throughout the frame represent...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Giltwood
André Sornay Pair of Chairs, circa 1930
By Andre Sornay
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
André Sornay pair of chairs, circa 1930.
“Certificate of Authenticity” from Thierry Roche, French expert for André Sornay.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Solid Country Art Deco Four Chairs in Ebonized Oak Restored and Wax-Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Midcentury solid country Art Deco four chairs in ebonized oak, restored and wax-polished excellent conditions.
Measures cm: H 45/105, W 45, D 47.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Four 1930s Art Deco Rosewood Chairs
By Dominique
Located in Marseille, FR
Set of four 1930s Art Deco rosewood chairs. Seat covered with leather. Decorated with cast iron alloy plates with insects. In the style of Domn...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair Ernst Schwadron Club Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Ernst Schwadron design for Rena Rosenthal club chairs. These chairs are in good original condition, usable as is, however the fabric shows some wear, or reupholster to t...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Wrought Iron French Art Deco Chairs with Zebra Print
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exquisite pair of beautifully designed French Art Deco wrought iron Chairs upholstered in Zebra printed Cowhide.
Use the pair as an ar...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron
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 Chairs
Materials
Wood
Solid Purpleheart Wood Chair With Red Velvet Upholstery And Brass
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Hex chair is built and designed by Troy Smith. This contemporary and timeless chair is made out of the highest-grade materials. Extremely comfortable and very solid, this chair i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Graceful, Italian, Art Deco Period Chairs
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Beautiful suite of six, sleek, burl veneered, armchairs in contemporary upholstery with matching bolster pillows.
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Burl
Extraordinary and Rare Austrian Deco Side Chairs - TWO pairs available
Located in East Hampton, NY
Extraordinary shape in fruitwood make these truly luxurious Austrian deco side chairs. Vintage animal print upholstery is in very nice condition. TWO pairs available.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Fruitwood
Maurice Jallot French Art Deco Chair and Ottoman Set
Located in Miami, FL
The sleek shape and tapered legs speak for themselves concerning this French Art Deco chair and ottoman set in exotic wood by Maurice Jallot...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Palisander
Art Deco Special Limited Edition Armchair
By Transatlantique gallery
Located in Paris, FR
Special limited edition of 50 armchair in Art Deco style by Transatlantique Gallery
Inspired with famous and cult objects of design in France in Art Deco period
Customers can cho...
Category
2010s French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Cherry
One Pair Of Art Deco Bent Wood Arm Chairs.
Located in Buchanan, MI
ONE PAIR OF ART DECO BENT WOOD ARM CHAIRS.
Category
French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
A Set of 8 Fine French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs by Paul Frechet
By Paul Frechet
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of eight fine French Art Deco Macassar ebony dining chairs by Paul Frechet.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Ebony
Set of Six Deco Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of six maple Art Deco Dining chairs. Fully restored and newly upholstered.
Seat depth - 16"
Category
1940s Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Set of Six French Art Deco Chairs in the Manner of Jean Pascaud
By Jean Pascaud
Located in East Hampton, NY
Three have brass sabots and three with nickel over brass (as found in France). They are intended to be used alternating finishes. Tapered legs with squared sabots.
Nailhead trim t...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Four-Piece Art Deco Seating Set, France, circa 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
A unique and lovely set of unusual design, comprised of two chairs and two armchairs, with undulating seats covered in vintage ochre coloured fabric with a textured weave. Each back is adorned with a medallion containing a different carved fruit bowl...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Set of Seven Art Deco Chairs by Christian Krass
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A Christian Krass set of seven Art Deco chairs
in mahogany wood with beige leather upholstery.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Six "Chinese Portrait" Chairs, France, 1940's
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Set of six unusual and lovely dining chairs with rectangular backs, each adorned with a carved central medallion featuring the portrait of a Chinese figure, (2 of each).
Wonderful ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Set of Four Art Deco Chairs, Probably France, circa 1920
Located in Greding, DE
Set of four Art Deco chairs with upholstered seats and backrests with double central bracing. The chairs were newly covered with a silver a...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Carved Pear-Wood French Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
An exceptional pair of finely caved and sculpted armchairs, produced in France in the 1920’s the frames are solid pear, the chairs have been fully upholstered and covered in cream co...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Art Deco Dining Chairs H-214 by Jindrich Halabala for Úp Závody, 1950s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Set of four dining chairs, catalog number H-214, designed by Jindrich Halabala in the 1930´s, manufactured in ÚP Závody in the 1950´s. It features walnut veneer and original upholste...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Walnut Bistro Chair Thonet, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This wood bistro chair THONET was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1930´s. It´s made of beechwood. It was fully renovated so it´s in excellen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Beech
Pair of French Art Deco Chairs, Paris, 1915
Located in MADRID, MD
Beautiful pair of French chairs from the early years of the art deco style, made in Paris around 1915. They represent the best French design of the early 20th century. Reupholstered ...
Category
1910s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Art Deco Armchair Office Desk Chair, Oak, France, 1930
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Art Deco armchair office desk chair, oak. France, 1930.
Gold leaf details. Solid and stable. New upholstery.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
4 Fine French Art Deco Dining Chairs by Jules Leleu (2 arm chairs available)
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
Four fine French Art Deco walnut dining chairs by Jules Leleu.
These chairs, with their original Aubusson tapestry, are represented in "Mobilier et Decoration" 1950 - see picture.
...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Tapestry, Walnut
Large De Coene Fères Art Deco Desk Chair
Located in New York, NY
A De Coene Fères Art Deco desk chair.
Mahogany.
Category
1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
P.E.L. Tubular Steel Writing Desk and Chair, United Kingdom 1930s
By PEL
Located in Hellouw, NL
Charming P.E.L. Tubular Steel Writing Desk and Chair from the United Kingdom, the 1930s. This set is probably designed by Serge Chermayeff (1900–1996)...
Category
1930s British Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Art Deco, Amsterdam School Armchairs in Sheep Leather, 1920-1930s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of special Art Deco, Amsterdam School Armchairs 1920/1930. Completely renovated and newly upholstered with first-class sheep leather. With fixed pillows and finished with band an...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of Two Arm Chairs with Sheep Leather by Hendrik Wouda, the Netherlands 1930s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of arm chairs by the furniture designer Hendrik Wouda. The seats are reupholstered with sheep leather.
Wouda designed these chairs and they were...
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Dominique Rosewood Armchairs from Alan Moss
By Dominique
Located in New York, NY
A pair of tight seat back armchairs with rosewood frame and fine velvet upholstery. By the celebrated designer Dominique, France, circa 1930-1940.
Originally acquired from the New York City fine furniture dealer Alan Moss...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Pair Art Deco Bridge Chairs to Recover Midcentury Open Armchairs
Located in Mimizan, FR
Pair of French Bridge Chairs easy to recover, circa 1930-1940.
Art Deco Open Armchairs
The wood has some very minor marks of use and wear, not ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
11 Fine French, 1950s Solid Oak Chairs by Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Long Island City, NY
Eleven fine French Art Deco solid oak dining / side chairs by Andre´ Arbus.
Created by Arbus for "la Chambre du Commerce et de l'Industrie D'Orleans" in the 1950s. Expert: Amelie Ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Four Fine French Art Deco Oak Armchairs by Charles Dudouyt circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
four fine French Art Deco oak armchairs by Charles Dudouyt. circa 1930
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of French 1920s Art Deco Armchairs with Ebonized Wood and Original Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of French Art Deco armchairs from the early 20th century features their original brown leather backs and seats over an ebonized wood structure. The backs, decorated with na...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of Three French 1950s Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Charming set of three wrought iron chairs, the seats and backs upholstered in textured faux-straw vinyl.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Six Art Deco Chairs - France, ca. 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Set of six Art Deco leather-upholstered dining chairs with fabulous lines.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Art Deco chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco chairs 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 chairs 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 chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include R & Y Augousti, barh.design, Jeroen Thys van den Audenaerde, and Thonet. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $220 and tops out at $72,000 while the average work can sell for $3,901.
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