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.
$1,850 / item
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stool in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Pink Art Deco Stool / Tabouret / Pouf / Ottoman, Vienna, Austria, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Art Deco tabouret stool or footstool from the 1930s, handcrafted in Vienna, Austria, in the style of Jindřich Halabala. It features a charming round shape with four brown...
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Floral Tapestry Stool, Tabouret, Pouf, Ottoman, Vienna, Austria, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Art Deco tabouret, vanity stool, or footstool from the 1930s, handcrafted in Vienna, Austria, in the style of Jindřich Halabala. It features an elegant, round blossom sha...
Fabric, Wood
1930s Jindrich Halabala Footstool in Decorative Upholstery
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, pouf / ottoman / tabouret, fabric, wood, Czech Republic, design 1930s This poetic pouf is designed in the 1930s when the Art Deco Period was at its highest point and distinguishes itself by means of artistic upholstery that retained its original fabric and interesting construction. Halabala created a harmonious pouf that is based on a pleasing combination of soft colors and bold shapes. Functionality comes into play through the various functions this item embraces: you can simultaneously use it as an ottoman for your easy chair or as a stool to sit on...
Fabric, Beech
$1,850 / item
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stool in Decorative Upholstery
By Up Závody
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
$2,435 / item
Decò Couture Geometric Pink Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Each bespoke piece is stamped at the bottom of the lining of the pouf, signed, numbered and dated personally by the designer Lorenza Bozzoli. The original authenticity of each produc...
Textile
$1,850 / item
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
French Mid Century Modern, A Pair of Cube Poufs / Stools in Lambswool, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A modern pair of cube poufs, newly upholstered in light honey lambswool, offering a soft and inviting texture. Each pouf rests on four small, rounded feet, creating a subtle “floatin...
Wood, Wool, Sheepskin, Lambskin
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stool in Decorative Upholstery
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stool in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Square Stool in Decorative Upholstery
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic square pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco mov...
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, birch, oak, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movem...
Fabric, Birch, Oak
Swedish Grace Velvet Mohair Art Deco Poufs by Oskar Bernströms, 1930s
By O. Bernström Möbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful and rare set of 1930s Art Deco poufs designed by Oskar Bernström and made at his own workshop at "O. Bernströms Möbelfabrik" in Sweden in the 1930s. It has been reupholster...
Mohair, Beech
Modern Lime Green Round Moroccan Art Deco Upholstered Stool
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Art Deco Style stool in lime green and gold Moroccan style stool, vanity stool. Modern contemporary round Moroccan Art Deco style upholstered stools in green fabric upholstery in 19...
Fabric
Jindrich Halabala Stool in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Pair Art Deco walnut stools with original velvet upholstery, Italy 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A refined pair of Italian Art Deco stools from the 1920s, crafted in richly grained walnut and professionally restored to highlight their sculptural geometry and warm tone. Each piec...
Velvet, Walnut
$5,115 / set
Pair French Art Deco Upholstered Ottomans Stools
Located in London, GB
Pair French Art Deco Upholstered Ottomans Stools C.1930 Traditional upholstery, standing on square sycamore legs. In excellent condition commensurate of age. Would benefit from reco...
Upholstery, Sycamore
$2,600 / item
Shearling 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shearling 'Strapontin' stool by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Iron
1970s Art Deco Pouf in Parchment and Wood, Jean Michel Frank Style
Located in Argelato, BO
This elegant pouf stands out for its rigorous, geometric design, reminiscent of the refined lines of Art Deco. The structure features two tall, thick, rigid side panels that serve as...
Wood, Parchment Paper
Art Deco Ottoman by Heywood-Wakefield Co., Fibre Reed, 1920s, USA
Located in Nashua, NH
An Art Deco fibre rattan reed ottoman. American, C. 1920 in natural finish with colored trim in a great convenient size with new cushioning upholstered in Sunbrella fabric. Wicker / ...
Upholstery, Rattan, Reed, Wood
1930s Jindrich Halabala Footstool in Decorative Upholstery
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement, ...
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Large 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères in COM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères, in COM. This is the COM version: 1 yard required for the pair Instructions to send will be reconfirmed after the order is confirmed.
Wrought Iron
1940s Italian Ottoman in Olive Green Corduroy Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ottoman / footstool, corduroy velvet, beech, Italy, 1940s Elegant in line and practical to use, this ottoman originates from Italy, 1940s. A bulky and voluminous seat upholstered in...
Velvet, Beech
Swedish Art Deco Stools in Lacquered Birch and Sheepskin/Shearling Seat 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These rare Art Deco stools was made in Sweden during the 1930-40s. Wonderfully crafted legs with middle part being in brighter birch, the seat newly upholstered in sheepskin/shearli...
Sheepskin, Birch
$2,065 / item
Decò Couture Geometric Purple Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Each bespoke piece is stamped at the bottom of the lining of the pouf, signed, numbered and dated personally by the designer Lorenza Bozzoli. The original authenticity of each produc...
Textile
$7,750 / item
Chic 'Diagramme' Ottoman by Design Frères in COL/COM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 'Diagramme' Ottoman by Design Frères in COL/COM. Also great as a coffee table, with books and trays. Or perfect for a den.
Steel
$400Sale Price|84% Off
Small black with chrome Art Deco Stool in Original Fabric
Located in Ferndale, MI
Small Art Deco stool. Possibly French. Base is lacquered hardwood with chrome shaft holding worn original Art Deco era textile. Original finish lacquered base shows wear .
Chrome
Jindrich Halabala Stool in Decorative Burnt Orange Fabric and Walnut
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, walnut, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco movement,...
Fabric, Walnut
Directional Waterfall Ottoman Set, Auburn Velvet, Art Deco, USA, 1980s
By Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of waterfall ottomans by Directional 1980's production fully restored in plush Auburn brown velvet.
Velvet, Wood
Art Deco Square Bench
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A vintage 20th century square bench, ottoman, or footstool with unlimited potential around the home. Art Deco in style, the white twill seat is a blank canvas to use for extra seatin...
Wood
Asymmetrical Channel Fan-Back Newly Upholstered Lounges and Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco Asymmetrical Channel Fan Back Lounge chairs and ottoman Newly Upholstered - 3 Piece Set Gorgeous 1940s Set of Art Deco Asymmetrical Fa...
Chenille, Velvet, Wood
$2,452 / set
Pair of Black Ocelot Cube Ottomans
Located in Westwood, NJ
A bold, compact accent piece, upholstered in luxury animal print fabric with hand-tufted fabric-covered buttons. Its striking black ocelot pattern adds an untamed elegance to any spa...
Fabric
Art Deco Adonis Pouf Ottoman Leather Faux Fur Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Adonis Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy pouf stool with a Mediterranean touch. Upholstered in grey dyed leather and grey faux fur, Ado...
Leather, Faux Fur
$2,080 / item
Decò Couture Geometric Orange and Bordeaux Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Each bespoke piece is stamped at the bottom of the lining of the pouf, signed, numbered and dated personally by the designer Lorenza Bozzoli. The original authenticity of each produc...
Textile
Art Deco Flox Pouf Ottoman Faux Fur Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Flox Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy pouf stool with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in blue faux fur and blue velvet jacquard, Flox s...
Brass
Up to 3 Art Deco Jindrich Halabala Stool, Leaf Pattern, Pouf, Ottoman, 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Actually 3 poufs available! Up to three beautiful Art Deco tabouret or stools / foot stools from the 1930s. Designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody, former Czechoslovakia. Amazin...
Fabric, Wood
Shagreen Stool with Bronze-Patina Brass 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
Art Deco “tulip” pouf – France 1930
Located in Girona, Girona
Art Deco ‘tulip’ pouf in solid wood with walnut veneer, seat completely reupholstered in pearl-coloured velvet. French polish. France, 1930.
Velvet, Walnut
$2,898Sale Price / set|40% Off
Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman. This chair features steam bent rattan frame with Art Moderne styled pink flamingo covered cushions, circa ...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Neoclassical Iron and Velvet Curule Bench, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Art Deco bench with a painted wrought iron base and surround, with original white and gilt paint. Royal blue crushed velvet seat.
Wrought Iron
$2,080 / item
Decò Couture Geometric Purple and Green Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Each bespoke piece is stamped at the bottom of the lining of the pouf, signed, numbered and dated personally by the designer Lorenza Bozzoli. The original authenticity of each produc...
Textile
Pair of Large Faux Fur 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large faux fur 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Environmentally conscious design.
Wrought Iron
$4,183Sale Price|20% Off
French Futurist Stool Attributed to Pierre Chareau, 1910s
Located in Milano, IT
Futurist French stool attributed to designer Pierre Chareau from 1910. The stool is made of walnut wood with linear and clean shapes. The seat is covered with an orange fabric with g...
Fabric, Walnut
Art Deco Round Moroccan Pouf in Blue Velvet, 18" Diameter
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage round Moroccan pouf in blue and brown cut velvet upholstery in Art Deco style. Moroccan little pouf hassock, upholstered footstool or modern circular ottoman, vanity seat. Th...
Fabric
$3,515 / item
Couture Geometric Wien Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite Art Deco ottoman will add a vibrant accent to a sophisticated home. The top cushion is upholstered with a cognac-hued velvet cover, strikingly contrasting with the mul...
Textile, Beech
Friedrich Otto Schmidt Art Deco Stool, Pouf, Original Condition, Vienna, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Art Deco tabouret or stool / footstool, dating from around 1925. Manufactured by Friedrich Otto Schmidt, Vienna / Austria. The stool features an elegant round shape and impresses above all with its well-preserved condition. It is still upholstered with the original fabric, which remains in outstandingly good condition — clean and with hardly any signs of wear. We assume that this stool may have never been used, which makes it a particularly rare piece of furniture in museum-quality condition. The stool is marked on the underside: Friedrich Otto Schmidt, Wien, IX, Währinger Straße 28 Numbered: 11859 Friedrich Otto Schmidt was a traditional and renowned Viennese company, founded in 1853, specializing in the production of high-quality interior furnishings. The company gained particular recognition through the Schmidt brothers — Max, Otto, and Leo — who maintained close relationships with leading artists and designers of the turn of the century. Especially significant was their collaboration with the famous architect Adolf Loos. Through these partnerships and their active involvement in the reform movements of Viennese arts and crafts...
Fabric, Wood
Customizable Modernist Stool, Glossy Lacquered Wood, Fabric / Leather Upholstery
Located in Berlin, DE
Customizable modernist stool, glossy lacquered wood, fabric / leather upholstery. Individual selection of fabric covers, wood lacquering in various colours and finish available on...
Upholstery, Bentwood
Art Deco Cherrywood Pouf in High Gloss Finish with Leather Seat, France 1930s
Located in Ulm, DE
A characterful Art Deco pouf from the 1930s, crafted in rich cherrywood with a soft satin sheen and elegant grain pattern. Its gently curved silhouette is topped with a light beige l...
Wood, Leather, Cherry
$1,812Sale Price|20% Off
Neoclassical Style Wooden Stool, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical-style stool is made of wood with fabric on top. This is a French work. Circa 1940.
Mahogany, Wood
Gio Ponti in the Style, Velvet Brass and Beech Wood Art Deco Ottoman and Pouf
By Gio Ponti
Located in Roma, Lazio
A charming pouf with a very simple shape in the style of Gio Ponti, rectangular and embellished with a beautiful black and white geometric fabric. An elegant yet simple design. The ...
Brass
$3,120Sale Price|35% Off
1930s Art Deco Nickel Silver Bench Of Griffin Designs With Customs Cushion
Located in North Miami, FL
This versatile vintage Art Deco nickel silver over iron bench has griffin and gargoyle designs at each end. It is signed Verona and from the 1930s. We have restored it by the expensi...
Iron, Nickel
$3,365 / item
Couture Geometric Giò Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Lorenza Bozzoli's Art Deco-inspired poufs collection, presented at the Salone del Mobile di Milano in 2019, include unique pieces that differ in color and shape. Among them is this m...
Textile
Art Deco Pair Duo Stools Peche Style Pagoda Blue Velvet Maple, Austria, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair of stools, poufs or tabourets Dagobert Peche style from maple and blue velvet created and manufactured 1920s Austria. Wonderful pair of stools in angular form p...
Velvet, Maple
Vintage Fuchsia and Black Moroccan Round Upholstered Stools
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Pair of modern fuchsia and black Moroccan Art Deco Style stools. The upholstery is a damask fabric in floral taffeta with a raised velvet printed texture. Pair of modern Contemporary round Moroccan style stool in pink fabric upholstery in 1970s style. Moroccan Art Deco Style little pouf...
Fabric, Damask, Satin, Velvet
Upholstered Ottoman with Bronze-Patina Brass 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
EXTRA LARGE GEORGE SMiTH CHESTERFIELD CHELSEA KNIGHT FOOTSTOOL OTTOMAN
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite and highly collectable George Smith Knight Chesterfield tufted footstool RRP £6,640 Please ...
Upholstery