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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

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
Number in Set: Set of 7
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool Dark Blue Velvet Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Flute bar stool embodies simplicity and comfort for relaxing moments, with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Emerald Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Flute bar stool embodies simplicity and comfort for relaxing moments, with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Black Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Flute bar stool embodies simplicity and comfort for relaxing moments, without forgetting that the small det...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Style Mondrian Print Velvet Upholstery Pina Chair Dining Room Chair
Located in Porto, PT
Pina chair mondrian is a high-end chair upholstered in red, blue, and yellow. This simple yet sophisticated chair, Pina vhair mondrian, is a brilliant tribute to one of the pioneers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Affilato Chair in Patina Bronze and Bottega Leather by Palena Furniture
Located in Istanbul, TR
Affilato Chair The Affilato dining chair features a meticulously crafted design that combines a sturdy metal frame with luxurious leather seating. Hand-made with precision and attent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Sylvie Chair in Coal Black Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Art Deco Style His Il Chair Made With Oak And Textile, Handmade by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
His & Her are complementary collections whose aim is to affirm the brand's aesthetic. These two collections are inspired by artistic movements from the beginning of the 20th century,...
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

Gatsby Chair - Modern Art Deco Chair in Brass and Velvet
Located in London, GB
Taking a glimpse into the past, the Gatsby collection takes us back into an era of opulent splendour and wondrous beauty by simply laying our eyes on its magnificent curves. The piec...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Art Deco Style Orange Velvet Upholstery Chair Dining Room Chair Brass Detail
Located in Porto, PT
Pina Chair Iron is an Art Deco-style dining chair whose shape provides the best comfort for guests—upholstered in warm orange velvet with a modern wood structure. Perfect for modern ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Art Deco Style White Velvet Upholstery Chair Dining Room Chair Brass Details
Located in Porto, PT
Pina Chair is an art deco-style dining chair whose shape provides the best comfort for guests—upholstered in velvet with a modern wood structure. Perfect for modern dining room proje...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Fabric

Black Lacquer Wooden Bamboo Effect Cane Seat and Brass Finishes Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Art Deco design black lacquer wooden structure bamboo effect sculpted brass wheels finish adorned with woven cane seat and green fabric.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Wood

Buccina Chair in Dark Gray Bottega Leather and SS by Palena Furniture
Located in Istanbul, TR
Buccina Dining Chair Set in the grandeur of simplicity, the Buccina Armchair. Elegant, the geometric, modern silhouette and sumptuous, sustainable materials of the Buccina represent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Palena Dining Chair in Black Lacquer
Located in Istanbul, TR
Palena Chair Revealing its luxuriant character, the Palena invites you to delve into an atmosphere of modernity with its black lacquer body and polished bronze details. Pairing sumpt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Le Loup Dining Chair in Black Lacquer
Located in Istanbul, TR
Le Loup Chair A sense of renewal comes forth in the Le Loup Dining Chair. Captivating, the mix of black lacquer and polished bronze legs and plush cushioning o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Style Warm Yellow Velvet Upholstery Chair Dining Room Chair
Located in Porto, PT
Pina Chair is an art deco-style dining chair whose shape provides the best comfort for guests—upholstered in velvet with a modern wood structure. Perfect for modern dining room proje...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Fabric

Art Deco Style Dining Chair Blue Velvet Upholstery, Brass Detail Armchair
Located in Porto, PT
Pina Chair is an art deco-style dining chair whose shape provides the best comfort for guests—upholstered in velvet with a modern wood structure. Perfect for modern dining room proje...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Fabric

Melting Chair in Blue Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The melting chair in blue shagreen and bronze patina brass is a beautiful piece to accompany a dining table or desk. The piece has incredible detail and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Eden Chair in Black Pen Shell and Upholstered in Calf-Hair by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Eden chair in black pen shell and upholstered in black calf-hair adds the perfect balance between fantasy and modernity to any space. This chair can be ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Sylvie Chair in Black Pen Shell by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Sylvie Chair in Mink Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

French Design Metal and Cognac Leather Bistro Style Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Elegant chair, at the manner of the old French bistros, with metal structure and leather seat and backrest, combining quality, robustness and class. Comfortable and ergonomic, aerial...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Metal

Marie Antoinette Chair in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Marie Antoinette chair by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that provides comfort, whilst retaining its elegant and luxurious aesthetic....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Style Her ll Chair Made with Oak, Leather and Brass by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
His & Her are complementary collections whose aim is to affirm the brand´s aesthetic. These two collections are inspired by artistic movements from the beginning of the 20th century,...
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Black Lacquer Mahogany Wooden and Woven Cane Lounge Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Black lacquer wooden structure brass wheels finish adorned with woven cane panels and green fabric Art Deco style lounge armchair.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Mahogany

Upholstered Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ramo chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The upholstered piece provides comfort while retaining a unique aesthetic with the bronze-patina brass frame and d...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Optique Chair
Located in ROTTERDAM, NL
The Optique Coffee table is built up out of many smaller strips of wood put together like a puzzle to create one solid piece of functional art. This design, inspired by the branches ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Art Deco Style Her Chair Made with Oak, Textile and Brass by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
His & Her are complementary collections whose aim is to affirm the brand´s aesthetic. These two collections are inspired by artistic movements from the beginning of the 20th century, namely in the aesthetic plurality that spread throughout Europe of Art Nouveau, and later in Art Deco, as well as in international style that has developed around the world. With a natural wood structure and upholstered in bespoke fabric, the Her chair...
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Chair by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. This piece has been photographe...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Sylvie Chair in Black Pen Shell by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The cream linen upholstered piece provides comfort while exuding a playful aesthetic in its abstract nod ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mawu Chair Hana
Located in Paris, FR
Chair upholstered with an embroidered natural fabric from Schumacher. Woodwork for the base and the structure of the backrest in golden oak sanded.  
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2010s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The dark grey velvet upholstered piece provides comfort while exuding a playful aesthetic in its abstract...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Hidden Brass and Marble Chair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Hidden chair is designed to bring the elegant feeling created by combining marble and brass with a perfect form to your home.  The Hidden Chair boasts a sophisticated design that se...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Marble, Brass

Sylvie Chair in Cream Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The blue velvet upholstered piece provides comfort while exuding a playful aesthetic in its abstract nod ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Chair with Velvet Upholstery and Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Limited Edition Victoria chair by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that provides comfort, whilst retaining its elegant and luxurious aesthetic....
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko armchair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The cream linen upholstered piece provides comfort while exuding a playful aesthetic in its abstract nod to a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko armchair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The black velvet upholstered piece provides comfort while exuding a playful aesthetic in its abstract nod to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Revolving White Art Deco Style Tulip Shaped Club Chair with Macassar Panels
Located in Ulm, DE
Typical tulip shaped Art Deco style club chair on a round, revolving base. Excellent seating comfort with high quality upholstery. Handmade in Germany. Lacquered wood. Black...
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2010s German Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Wood, Macassar, Upholstery

Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko armchair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The blue velvet upholstered piece provides comfort while exuding a playful aesthetic in its abstract nod to a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Sylvie Chair in Cream Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Sylvie Chair in Coal Black Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sylvie chair is an iconic design by R & Y Augousti. One of their very first designs, this majestic and ethereal piece is a statement in any space. Thi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Oxford Chair Fur Upholstery & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Oxford chair by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that provides comfort, whilst retaining its elegant and luxurious aesthetic. This piece is upholstered in a lustrous & soft cream calf-hair, with a bronze-patina brass frame. Available with cream shagreen inlay...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Thor Chair in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Thor chair is an elegant and geometric chair inlaid in cream shagreen and bronze-patina brass details. This chair can be used in different settings for a dramatic and stunning im...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the original Dandy bench by Kifu Paris (see images at end of slide), the Dandy II Chair is the ultimate luxury seating for a dining room or cor...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Chair with Wide Curved Backrest in Art Deco Style with Leather and Wood
Located in Ulm, DE
Elegant Art Deco chair with beautifully wide curved backrest. This is the most famous Art Deco chair shape. Very elaborate in production, offers excellent seating comfort. Hi...
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2010s German Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Bar or Counter Stool with Bucket Seat, Modern, Art Deco
Located in Greenwich, CT
Named El Pez, this original design by us is made to order at our workroom in Norwalk, CT. Features tapered peg legs in dark walnut and brushed nickel footplate. The leather upholster...
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2010s Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Chairs Designed by Jules Leleu
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Set of 12 chairs designed by Jules Leleu (1883-1961). Walnut wood with inlay and chenille upholstery. Francoise Sirex (2008) "The House of Leleu: Classic French Style for a Modern...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Walnut

Beige Bouclé Fabric and Brass Finishes Swivel Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Welcoming swivel armchair in beige bouclé fabric with brass finishes base.
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Barh Armchair in Black Stained Ashwood with Bronze Details & Leather Upholstery
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Our barh armchair was made for those who desire just that little bit of extra comfort. It is an updated version from our original barh chair 01 with its classic contemporary design a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Barh Armchair in Black Stained Ash Wood with Bronze Details and Gray Upholstery
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Our barh armchair was made for those who desire just that little bit of extra comfort. It is an updated version from our original barh chair 01 with its classic contemporary design a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Comfortable Art Deco Style Shell Chair with Fabric Upholstery and Lacquered Wood
Located in Ulm, DE
Invite your visitors to take a seat in this comfortable armchair. This chair lends a special touch to your dining room: Even a fast food dinner will feel like a feast. High q...
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2010s German Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

barh armchair in natural ash wood with brass details and beige upholstery
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Our barh armchair was made for those who desire just that little bit of extra comfort. It is an updated version from our original barh chair 01 with its classic contemporary design a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Art Deco Inspired Slipper Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Art Deco inspired slipper chair covered in hot pink velvet feature an exposed wooden frame with a walnut finish, button tufted back cushion, gold painted feet and thick seat. A super...
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2010s American Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Wood, Velvet

Contemporary Art Deco Style Leather Dining Chair by Costantini, Gianni
Located in New York, NY
The Gianni dining chair borrows cues from the early-20th century Art Deco masters and features a light frame with a scrolled back. Shown in ebonized Argentine Rosewood and leather. A...
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2010s Argentine Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Art Deco Style and Scandinavian Design Bouclé Fabric and Black Wooden Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Art Deco Style and Scandinavian design Bouclé fabric and black wooden armchair.
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A fine French Art Deco-inspired open armchair with a curved and padded backrest, down swept arms with bronze finish terminals, a boxed seat, and kidney pillow above square tapered an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Design and Bauhaus Style Beige Bouclé Fabric Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French Art Deco Design and Bauhaus style Beige Bouclé fabric hanging seat with brass Bentsteel structure lounge chair.
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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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