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.
Rare Jean Pascaud Pair of Lounge Chairs with Compartments in Pierre Frey Mohair
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jean Pascaud, pair of lounge chairs, Duke mohair by Pierre Frey, beech, France, ca. 1949 These exceptionally rare lounge chairs were designed by the acclaimed French interior decor...
Mohair, Beech
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Oak and Soft Turquoise Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, oak, fabric, the Netherlands, 1940s Charming set of armchairs from the 1940s Art Deco period. Their defining elements are the scalloped backrests, which give...
Fabric, Oak
Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chairs in Beige Tibetan Lambswool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', stained beech, Tibetan lambswool, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs in beige Tibetan lambswool upholstery. These chair...
Wool, Beech
1930s Art Deco Lounge Chair with Geometric Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, fabric, brass, beech, Europe, 1930s This sophisticated Art Deco armchair from the 1930s embodies the movement's fascination with geometry, balance, and refined crafts...
Brass
1930s Art Deco Lounge Chair with Trapezoidal Armrests
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, faux leather, velvet, brass, beech, Europe, 1930s A beautiful example of 1930s Art Deco design, defined by its strong, confident structure. The trapezoidal armrests c...
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Dusty Rose Velvet and Walnut Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, dusty rose velvet, walnut, Europe, 1930s Pair of grand Art Deco lounge chairs, crafted in Europe. Their generous, bulky proportions are defined by broad backr...
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Green Floral Fabric and Walnut Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, floral green fabric, walnut, Europe 1940s Pair of elegant Art Deco lounge chairs, crafted in Europe in the 1940s. The chairs feature gently curved silhouette...
Fabric, Walnut
Ernesto Valabrega Art Deco Lounge Set Chairs Ottoman Wood and Foresti Red Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, armchairs and ottoman chestnut, fabric, Italy, 1930s This elegant lounge set by Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega showcases the scul...
Fabric, Chestnut
Pair of Dutch Art Deco Amsterdamse School Lounge Chairs in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, walnut, fabric, metal studs, the Netherlands, 1930s A striking pair of Dutch Art Deco lounge chairs in the expressive style of the Amsterdamse School. Crafted...
Metal
French Art Deco Club Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, wood, France, 1930s This armchair of French origin undoubtedly breathes the Art Deco Period of the 1930s. The chair features beautiful streamlined lines and s...
Leather, Wood
Rare Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo Pair of Lounge Chairs Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo (ABV), pair of lounge chairs, walnut, reupholstered in mohair Pierre Frey “Bold Celadon”, Italy, first half of the 1930s These rare l...
Mohair, Walnut
Pair of Italian 1930s Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Arched Feet in Walnut Burl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, walnut burl, burl, striped fabric, Italy, 1930s This pair of 1930s Art Deco lounge chairs is defined by a compact cubic form, broad upholstered surfaces, and...
Fabric, Walnut, Burl
Elegant Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Wood and Taupe Velvet Carved Fluted Feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, velvet, beech, brass, Europe, 1930s Elegant pair of Art Deco club chairs crafted in beech, featuring striking fluted wood details that frame the arms and base. Uphols...
Brass
Carl Malmsten 'Redet' Lounge Chair in Brown Velvet and Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for AB O.H. Sjögren in Tranås, 'Redet' lounge chair, ash, velvet, Sweden, 1936 The Redet lounge chair is one of Carl Malmsten’s most distinctive designs, created in 19...
Velvet, Ash
Asymmetrical Art Deco Lounge Chair in Wood and Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, wood and fabric, Europe, 1930s A remarkable European lounge chair from the 1930s, distinguished by its sculptural asymmetrical silhouette and soft organic curves. The ...
Fabric
Pair of Sculptural Art Deco Armchairs with Brass Detailing
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, brass, faux leather, oak, Europe, 1940s This elegant pair of armchairs from the 1940s combines refined craftsmanship with a strong architectural presence. The...
Brass
Pair of 1930s Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Beige-Sand Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, velvet, beech, Europe, 1930s These exceptional 1930s Art Deco lounge chairs embody the refined luxury and understated modernity that characterized the finest ...
Velvet, Beech
French Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Wood and Yellow Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, faux leather, beech, brass, France, 1930s This pair of lounge chairs, made in France in the 1930s, is a clear example of early Art Deco design. They are const...
Brass
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs Upholstered in Brown Pierre Frey Mohair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', Pierre Frey Teddy mohair 'Bambi', stained beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs by Jindrich Halabala upholstered in...
Mohair, Beech
Superb Club Chair and Ottoman, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca Fabric
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb modern club chair and ottoman, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality beech frame, feather seat cushion and upholstered in a premium golden brown 100% alpaca wool fabric....
Alpaca, Beech
Pair of Francis Jourdain Lounge Chairs in Woven Rush and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Francis Jourdain, pair of armchairs, rush, stained wood, France, ca. 1925 Designed by the French painter and cabinetmaker Francis Jourdain (1876–1958), these elegant chairs possess ...
Rush, Wood
Streamlined Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Terracotta Motif Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, beech, fabric, Europe, 1940s Elegant pair of European Art Deco lounge chairs from the 1940s. Crafted in beech and upholstered in textured fabric, the chairs feature a...
Fabric, Beech
René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
By René Drouet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Dec...
Velvet, Walnut
Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chair in Grey Lambswool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindřich Halabala, lounge chair, model 'H269', stained beech, Tibetan lambswool, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chair in grey Tibetan lambswool upholstery. This chair has...
Wool, Beech
French Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Mahogany and Striped Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Art Deco lounge chairs, mahogany, fabric, France 1940s These beautiful French Art Deco lounge chairs from the 1940s exude character and elegance. The refined lines of the armrests, ...
Fabric, Mahogany
Pair of 1940s Lounge Chairs in Solid Oak and Newly Upholstered Dusty Pink Mohair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, reupholstered mohair by Foresti, solid oak, Europe, 1940s These 1940s lounge chairs are defined by a solid and robust frame in solid oak, reflecting careful c...
Mohair, Oak
Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak and Muted Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, oak, fabric, metal, Europe, 1940s This pair of European Art Deco armchairs embodies the bold elegance and refined craftsmanship of the period. Their sculptura...
Metal
Large Art Deco Roll Arm Lounge Chair Old Olive Green Velvet Denmark 1930-1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large impressive and comfortable Fritz Hansen style Danish Art Deco lounge chair made in the 1930s-1940s by skilled carpenters. It's upholstered with old olive green velvet with but...
Wood, Velvet
Pair of Italian Art Deco Armchairs in Wood and Ochre Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, ochre colored velvet, wood, Italy, 1940s Striking pair of Italian armchairs from the 1940s, distinguished by their bold architectural lines and refined proportion...
Velvet, Wood
1930s Sculptural Art Deco Lounge Chair in Dusty Pink Velvet and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, velvet, oak, Europe, 1930s A beautiful example of the Art Deco period, this lounge chair dates from the 1930s, executed in a lovely dusty pink velvety fabric. This pie...
Velvet, Oak
Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs in Geometric Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchairs, beech, steel studs, France, 1930s Striking pair of French armchairs crafted in beech, dating from the late Art Deco period. The design is distinguished by its sculptural ...
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Velvet Sweden 1940s
By OPE
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
A wonderful pair of wingback chairs made in Sweden during the 1940s. The shape and structure together with the wooden armrest give these chairs a sophisticated and modern look. To...
Velvet, Birch
Munna Gran Torino Luxury Armchair with Customizable Upholstery Options
Located in New York, NY
This lounge chair feels like a welcoming ride to the perfect getaway. Irresistibly proportioned for lounging, and adorned with metal accents, this sofa brews a sense of lightness to ...
Metal
Danish Art Deco Mohair Lounge Chairs, Channel Back, 1940s, Pair
Located in Rødding, DK
This pair of lounge chairs was made in Denmark in the 1940s, in the Art Deco style favored by Danish cabinetmakers of the period. The rounded back is shaped into vertical channels. T...
Velvet, Beech
Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, velvet, wood, Europe, 1940s The defining feature of these 1940s Art Deco armchairs are their boldly arched side panels, whi...
Velvet, Wood
Superb, Rare Art Deco Chairs, France, 1930s
By Jules Leleu, Paul Follot, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A stunning pair of Art Deco French chairs from the 1930s. Would benefit from new upholstery. Listed and priced for sale as are. For reupholstery in COM by our team please enquire....
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Finnish Art Deco Model “Continent” Lounge Chairs by Asko, 1930s
By Asko
Located in Karis, Nyland
A rare pair of Finnish Art Deco lounge chairs from the sought-after Continent series by Asko, produced in Finland during the 1930s. These elegant armchairs showcase the streamlined f...
Fabric, Wood, Birch
Francis Jourdain Lounge Chairs in Woven Rush and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Francis Jourdain, pair of armchairs, rush, stained beech, France, 1925 Designed by the French painter and cabinetmaker Francis Jourdain (1876–1958), these elegant chairs possess a s...
Beech, Rush
Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Mahogany and Forest Green Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, velvet, metal, mahogany, Europe, 1930s This elegant pair of European lounge chairs from the 1930s showcases a harmonious balance of bold geometry and inviting sof...
Metal
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Sculptural Organic Form
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, beech, fabric, Europe, 1940s These elegant lounge chairs, made in Europe during the 1940s, remind of the timeless style of Jindřich Halabala. Rooted in the Ar...
Fabric, Beech
Upholstered Armchair with Chrome Finish Stainless Steel Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pair of H269 Lounge Chairs by Jindřich Halabala for Up Závody Brno, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Lucenec, SK
A pair of H-269 armchairs designed by Jindřich Halabala and produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1930s. The chairs feature the characteristic curved wooden armrests and retain their or...
Bentwood
Superb Pair of Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca Fabric
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality beech frames, feather seat cushion and upholstered in a premium golden brown 100% alpaca wool fabric. Ha...
Beech, Alpaca
Pair of Danish Modern Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, Mohair & Elm, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Elegant pair of Danish Art Deco lounge chairs from the 1940s, featuring softly rounded forms and a sculptural silhouette that reflects the refined craftsmanship of the period. The ...
Wool, Elm, Mohair
Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Alfred Christensen, Walnut & Mohair, 1940s
Located in Astoria, NY
Exceptional pair of Danish Art Deco lounge chairs designed by Alfred Christensen, dating to the 1940s and sourced in Provence, France. Sculptural and refined from every angle, the ch...
Mohair, Walnut
Art Deco Armchair in Botanical Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, fabric, dark stained beech, Italy, 1930s This Italian armchair from the 1930s is upholstered in a richly patterned fabric featuring peacocks and botanical motifs. The warm...
Fabric
French Art Deco 1940s Armchair in Solid Oak with Woven Canvas Seat
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, oak, canvas, France, 1940s This lounge chair reminds of the style of Charles Dudouyt (1885-1946), and is both elegant and sturdy. The clean lines of the oak frame feature...
Canvas, Oak
Pair of Curved Arm Club Chairs, Upholstered in Ivory Mohair
By Jacques Adnet, Jules Leleu, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable pair of modern curved arm club chairs / armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory / stone, soft, pure mohair fabric with French Samuel an...
Mohair, Beech
Pair of Swedish Art Deco Style Bamboo Lounge Chairs in Belgian Linen, 1940s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A warm and expressive pair of Swedish lounge chairs in bamboo and rattan, produced during the 1940s. The chairs feature low, reclining proportions with softly curved armrests and lay...
Linen, Bamboo, Rattan
Art Deco Elegant Lounge Chairs in Pink Velvet Metal Studs and Wooden Feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, pink velvet, chromed steel studs, beech, Europe, 1930s A distinctive set of four European Art Deco lounge chairs with compact, angular forms, curved backrests and out...
Metal
French Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Purple Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fabric, beech, France, 1930s This lovely set of lounge chairs is originating from France during the Art Deco period. The style is reminiscent of the work of t...
Fabric, Beech
A Pair of Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Golden Brown Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of modern Jacques Adnet style club armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium, golden brown, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Alpaca, Beech
$16,400 / set
Pair of 1930s Art Deco Curved Lounge Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fabric, wood, France, 1930s/1940s Understated elegance is the primary impression these French Art Deco lounge chairs convey. Visually composed with restraint ...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of 1930s Sculptural Art Deco Club Chairs in Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of Lounge chairs, beech, fabric, Europe, 1930s This elegant pair of lounge chairs was made in Europe during the Art Deco period of the 1930s and features a distinctive and unus...
Fabric, Beech
A Pair of Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Golden Brown Alpaca
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jacques Adnet, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of modern Jacques Adnet style club armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium, golden brown, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Alpaca, Beech
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Striped Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, walnut, fabric, Europe, 1940s An elegant pair of Art Deco lounge chairs from 1940s Europe, crafted in beautifully figured walnut. The sculptural frames featur...
Fabric, Walnut
Round Leaning Club Chair, Upholstered in Pure Ivory Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality handmade beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca wool fab...
Alpaca, Wood
Rare Art Deco Armchairs by J. Halabala, Model H269, 1930s, Set of 2
Located in Wrocław, Poland
A rare set of two iconic H269 Art Deco armchairs designed by Jindřich Halabala in the 1930s, Czechoslovakia. Beautifully restored wooden frames have been cleaned and wax-finished to ...
Beech, Bentwood
Gösta Jonsson Lounge Chair in Dark Grey Sheepskin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gösta Jonsson, lounge chair, beech, sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s A charming lounge chair by Gösta Jonsson that depart from strict geometric rigidity, instead embracing a soft, sculptu...
Sheepskin, Beech
$12,700 / item
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs in Grey Nubuck Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', nubuck leather, stained beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs by Jindrich Halabala upholstered in a durable grey co...
Leather, Beech