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.
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Style: Art Deco
Period: 1940s
Guglielmo Ulrich Set of Six Dining Chairs, Italy, 1940s
Located in Milan, IT
Set of six stained wood and yellow velvet dining chairs attributed to the Italian Architect Guglielmo Ulrich.
Splendid craftmanship in the...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Set of 10 Fine French Art Deco Mahogany dining chairs (8 side and 2 arm)
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of ten fine French Art Deco mahogany dining chairs (8 side + 2 arm)
Dimensions:
Side H 32”1/2 x W 18”1/8 x D 19”5/8
Arm H 32”7/8 x W 22”7/8 x D 21”1/2.
Seat height 18 1/8" for ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Faux Leather
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Gueno...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Italian Art Deco white leather and wood chair by Giovanni Gariboldi, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco white leather and wood chair by Giovanni Gariboldi, 1940s
Chair with rectangular seat with wooden structure. The seat and...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Ocean Liner Armchairs by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Jules Leleu (1883-1961).
Set of six beechwood armchairs, "fauteuils de paquebot", with coiled armrest supports, reupholstered with dark green leather, standing on four slightly arch...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Italian Art Deco white leather and wood chairs by Giovanni Gariboldi, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco white leather and wood chairs by Giovanni Gariboldi, 1940s
set of eight chairs with rectangular seat with wooden structur...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco French Chair is Beech Wood
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful and comfortable Art Deco French chair. Chair has high back and 2 arm supports. Re-upholstered in light beige fabric and re-polished.
Condition is perfect. Restored.
23.5"...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, Dudouyt Insp, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s with a Charles Dudouyt inspiration.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the 194...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Elegant Set of Six French Art Deco Oak Chairs, 1940s, Bouclé
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a captivating set of six French Art Deco dining chairs from the 1940s, expertly crafted in solid oak. This exceptional ensemble features an artful blend of both curved an...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco walnut chairs, Poland, 1940s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chairs from the mid-20th century.
Made of walnut wood
Furniture in very good condition, professionally renovated.
Dimensions: height 86 cm / seat height. 45 cm / width 46 ...
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1940s Polish Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Dining Set with Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet Chairs and Rivadossi Table
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet for Vibo, set of ten dining chairs, beech, rope hemp, France, late 1940s
Set of ten naturalistic dining chairs designed by Adrien Audoux and Frida Min...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Hemp, Beech
Art Deco Interwar Green Leatherette Wood Set of Six French Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of six chairs with solid oak wood structure upholstered in original leatherette in green tone from the interwar period inspired by the Art Deco.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet Set of Ten Dining Chairs in Braided Hemp
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet for Vibo, set of ten armchairs, beech, rope hemp, France, late 1940s
Set of ten naturalistic dining chairs designed by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Hemp, Beech
Six Original Art Deco Chairs, by Jules Leleu, Revived Polish, France, 1940s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Set of six Art Deco chairs
Origin: France
Period: 1940-1949
Very well preserved original condition.
Designed by Jules Leleu, a French designer at the top of French 20th Century dec...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Beech
Pair of 1940's Deco Armchairs
Located in East Hampton, NY
These French armchairs have the original crackled paint and fleurette accents and sabots, they have been reupholstered with an amazingly soft and rich rust tone suede leather. THIS ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal
French Art Deco Set of Six Dining Chairs in Oak and Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, oak, leatherette, France, 1930s/1940s
These French dining chairs employ the stylistic traits of the French Art Deco in the period of the 1930s and 1940s. I...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
1940s Francois Carre Fanback Garden Chair
Located in Evans, GA
Restored Francois Carre Fanback Garden Chair. This chair has undergone a thorough restoration process. The process began by taking each chair back to bare metal. Then each spring, s...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Chairs in Walnut Root with Leather Seats, 1940s, Set of 6
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Art Deco Chairs in Walnut Root with Leather Seats, 1940s, Set of 6
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Burl, Leather, Walnut
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, Dudouyt Insp, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s with a Charles Dudouyt inspiration.
We can clearly see the work of the French school...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
1940s Wooden Chair, Frenstat Czechoslovakia
Located in Zohor, SK
Original oak wood dining chair. Produced in Czechoslovakia in 1940s. Original label still attached. Produced by Frenstat, this was an original company which produced items for the st...
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
Set of 6 Vintage French Oak Dining Chairs: Elegance and Timeless Appeal
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting a set of six elegant dining chairs, inspired by the distinctive style of French designer Charles Dudouyt. Crafted in the mid-century period, these chairs showcase the capt...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
1940s Italian Late Art Deco Pair Gilded Black Lacquered Chairs in Black Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Late Italian Art Deco glamorous pair of handcrafted side chairs in Liberty style and in very good original condition. The original fabric is extremely interesting in a weaved black s...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Machine Age Side Chair by the Modernage Co. in Black Lacquer & Velvet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco side chair features gently arched black lacquer legs and a smoked platinum velvet seat. It is a stunning representation of the Machi...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Coppia Di Sgabelli Deco', Sgabelli, Vintage, Design, Anni 40
Located in Milano, MI
Coppia Di Sgabelli Deco' - Sgabelli - vintage - design - anni 40
Descrizione :
Coppia di sgabelli italiani del 1940. Struttura lignea in noce.
Seduta curva.
Origini :
I...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood
2 Chairs 1940, France, Style: Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Chairs
iron on gold leaf
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal.
Pushing th...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Office Wood Chair, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Early 20th century office wood chair, by unknown designer.
Manufactured in Spain, circa 1940.
In original condition with minor wear consistent ...
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1940s Spanish Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, Dudouyt Insp, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s with a Charles Dudouyt inspiration.
We can clearly see the work of the French school...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
2 Chairs 1940, France, Style: Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Chairs
The chairs are repainted before delivery.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at yo...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Iron
1940s Alfred Christensen Pair of Danish Low Back Easy Chairs
Located in Praha, CZ
- Original condition with minor signs of use.
- Wooden parts have been repolished.
- Height of seat 42 cm.
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1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Dining Chair by Thonet in Original Vintage Silk & Oak, Czechoslovakia, 1940s
By Thonet
Located in Zohor, SK
Elegant dining chair produced by Thonet company in an original condition. The chair is made of strong oak wood with upholstered seat and backrest. The fabric is vintage silk. Some patina is visible on the wooden parts which adds to the vintage look...
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Silk, Oak, Bentwood
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s inspired by the work of Charles Dudouyt.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Club Armchair, Circa 1940
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful Art Deco club chair covered with a superb white/light grey, black and gold embroidered fabric.
France or England circa 1940.
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1940s English Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Tapestry, Wood
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, Dudouyt Insp, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s with a Charles Dudouyt inspiration.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the 194...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, Dudouyt Insp. France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s with a Charles Dudouyt inspiration.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the 194...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Oak and Straw Chair by Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This French Art Deco dining chair in solid oak was created in the 1940s by Charles Dudouyt.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Gueno...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Rare Guglielmo Pecorini Pair of Chairs in Walnut and Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guglielmo Pecorini, pair of dining chairs, walnut, leather, brass, Italy, circa 1940
These wonderfully sculpted chairs are designed by Italian designer Guglielmo Pecorini The since...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
French Art Deco Oak Armchair in Brown Velvet - F750
Located in Lyon, FR
French Art Deco armchair from the 40s/50s. Solid oak structure, original seat in brown velvet with studs. Nice vintage condition of the whole, ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
French Modern Chair Attributed to Maurice Jallot
Located in Houston, TX
French modern chair attributed to Maurice Jallot.
This French Art Deco or French Art Moderne chair, side chair, chauffeuse or slipper chair is mad...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Sycamore
Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of four French Art Deco dining chairs, Charles Dudouyt, 1940s, France.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the 1940s. The detailed designed backrest panels will ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of four upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, in solid mahogany. Polished.
The seat can be restored on request.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Gueno...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in white vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Guenot...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Oak and Papercord Chairs by Charles Dudouyt
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
A pair of French Art Deco solid oak and papercord chairs by Charles Dudouyt. Foldable back rest with beautiful turned details throughout.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Art Deco Set of 6 Oak Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow Velvet, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish. Restored and polished.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Metal Folding Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Esperance, NY
Art Deco metal folding chairs - Set of 4.
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal
1940s Armchairs Attributed to Jacques Quinet
Located in London, GB
Dating from the 1940s this is a stunning pair of armchairs attributed to Jacques Quinet. Fully upholstered with sumptuous curved arms and sabre back legs.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Chic French 1940s Armchair in the Style of Andre Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic French 40's armchair in the style of Andre Arbus. Brass sabots. White washed frame, natural linen upholstery.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Art Deco Button Back Mohair Chair by Russel Wright for Conant Ball Company
Located in New York, NY
This stunning side chair was realized by the esteemed American designer Russel Wright in the United States, circa 1940. It features four conical splayed legs in ebonized walnut; and ...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Suite of Four English Oak circa 1940's Folding Steamer Chairs Stunning Patina
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this lovely suite of four original circa 1940's English oak slatted folding steamer chairs
A very good looking well ...
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1940s English Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dutch Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, The Netherlands, 1940s
These dining chairs not only shows a well-balanced backrest and overall frame. The frame is very structured and sturdy which is also visib...
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1940s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in white vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Guenot...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
4 French Art Deco Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
Four French 1940s solid oak dining chairs.
Price is per chair.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in white vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Guenot...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Set of Four Dining Chairs in Red Leatherette and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four dining chairs, leatherette, oak, brass, France, 1940s
The strong, elegant form of the geometrical backrest with spindles, all executed in the finest oak is absolutely s...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, Dudouyt, France, 1940
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s by Charles Dudouyt.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the 1940s. The detailed...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak
Rare French Set of Six Dining Chairs in Pine with Metal Feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, pine, metal, France, 1940s
This set of French dining chairs features a rather stunning design. Very strong and c...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal
1940 Charles Dudouyt Wicker and Oak Pair of Chair
Located in Brescia, IT
Wicker seat and oak frame.
Excellent condiction
Measures: H seat: 30 cm.
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Straw, Oak
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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