Art Deco Side 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
20th Century French Pair of Beech Armchairs by Etienne-Henri Martin & Steiner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage French pair of Art Deco armchairs, fauteuils made of hand crafted polished Beechwood, detailed in a high gloss finish, designed by the Etienne-Henri Martin and produced by ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech, Velvet
Set of Five French Andre Sornay Style Mid-Century Modern Dining / Side Chairs
By Andre Sornay
Located in Manhasset, NY
Set of Five French Andre Sornay Style Mid-Century Modern Dining / Side Chairs
Set of five Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco style shield back dining, office or side chairs. Each havin...
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1960s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of J. Halabala Chairs H214, Walnut, Beech, Faux Leather, Czech, 1930s
Located in Regensburg, DE
Pair of Art Deco chairs H-214 by J. Halabala from Czech Republic around 1930
* Design: Jindrich Halabala (1903 - 1978)
* Manufacturer: UP Zavody
* Walnut veneer on backboard
* Solid ...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut, Beech
A Set of 4 Fine French Art Deco Sycamore Armchairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of four fine French Art Deco sycamore "bridges" armchairs.
The chairs can be sold individually.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Sycamore
A Fine French Art Deco Walnut Side Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Fine French 1930's walnut side chairs with a geometrical wooden back.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
French Art Deco Side Chair
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Small art deco side chair of unusual design. Original paint. Recently reupholstered with vintage fabric.
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20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs
Henri-Albert Kahn, Pair of Folding Armchairs, Steel and Upholstery, France, 1938
By Henri-Albert Kahn
Located in New York, NY
These chairs, remarkable for their form, their cantilevered arms, and the material used in their execution -- cast aluminum -- were designed by Henri-Albert Kahn...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Suite of Four English Oak circa 1940's Folding Steamer Chairs Stunning Patina
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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 Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
French Art Deco Black Edelman Leather Armchair
Located in North Bergen, NJ
A comfortable French Art Deco armchair from the 1930s. The pale beechwood legs contrast with the soft black Edelman leather upholstery. Add the silver ...
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1940s Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather
Dominique Pair of Ebonized Side Chairs
By Dominique
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco pair of side chairs by Dominique, designed in 1937, in ebonized wood. Open lattice-patterned back. Finished and recently upholstered. 19” wide x 21” deep x 37” high. ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Paul Follot Four Sculpted Rosewood Side Chairs
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco set of four sculpted rosewood dining chairs by Paul Follot. Model compendium, Paul Follot, by Leon Riotor, Conseiller Municipal de Paris Secretaire General de...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Léon Jallot, Early Art Deco Side chair, France, c. 1922
By Léon Jallot
Located in New York, NY
Carved fruitwood Art Deco side chair by Léon Jallot.
Provenance: This set of furniture, comprised of a pair of armchairs, a pair of side chairs,...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Fruitwood
8 Dining Chairs Attr. to René Prou, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Chic set of eight high-backed dining chairs with shapely and elegant apron and legs. Upholstered in original, good-quality imitation lizard fabric.
Attributed to René Prou.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Dutch Art Deco ‘Amsterdamse School’ Pair of Armchairs
By Michel De Klerk
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amsterdamse School pair of armchairs attributed to Michel de Klerk.
Atelier Speelman pair of easy chairs, solid mahogany and ebony frame, purple velvet upholstery. Unusual high end ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Pair of Art Deco Machine Age Bent Aluminum and Platinum Velvet Occasional Chairs
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Art Deco Machine Age occasional/ side chair was realized in the United States, circa 1935. It features a subtly cantilevered tubular bent aluminum frame with a flo...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of French Gilt Metal Scroll Side Chairs
By René Prou
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French 1940s gilt metal side chairs with scroll design and upholstered with an inset diamond shaped back panel and seat in off white fabric (att: RENE PROU)
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
Pair of Small Modernist Chairs in Lacquered Beech and Cane, Belgium circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of small modernist chairs in lacquered beech and cane, Belgium circa 1925
relaxed caning, to be reviewed.
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Beech, Cane
Navy Linen Side Chair by Etienne Kohlmann, France, c. 1940s
Located in New York City, NY
Priced Individually; Two Available.
Unique chairs with dark blue linen upholstery.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Linen
Pair of Finest Quality Waring & Gillows Side Bedroom Chairs Part of Large Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of finest quality Waring & Gillow Lancaster, Walnut inlaid side occasional or bedroom chairs which are part of a large suite.
This piece is part of a bedroom set, I have in total a triple bank wardrobe...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Dagobert Peche & Wiener Werkstaette Attributed Art Deco Chairs, 1920
Located in Vienna, AT
Two very elegant parlor chairs with the typical ornaments Dagobert Peche has used circa 1920s, compare similar ornaments.
Material.
Carved beechwood, stained seat cover in silk, show...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Beech
Italian Neoclassical Ebonized and Parcel Gilt Slipper Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of antique slipper chairs with ebonized and parcel gilt wooden frames and upholstered in a silk fabric.
The chairs have beautiful silhouettes, they have sold brass caps on the ...
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1940s North American Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Early 20th Century French Art Deco Period Bentwood Thonet Bistro Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of Art Deco period chairs in the style of Thonet features bentwood frames with their original red toned finish. Their padded cognac leather seats are finished with nailhead...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Jules Leleu, Set of Three Art Deco Mahogany Side Chairs, France, C. 1930
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Set of three side chairs by Jules Leleu in mahogany with gilt bronze sabots
For an illustration of identical armchairs, see:
Ensembles Mobiliers....
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20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Bronze
20th Century French Pair of Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Style of Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black-brown, vintage Art Deco French pair of dining room chairs made of hand crafted polished Mahogany in the style of Jules Leleu, in good condition. The upholstered backrest of the Parisian armchairs...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany
Llonka Karasz American Moderne Side Chairs
Located in Sharon, CT
A rare and important pair of rationally designed square section wood chairs with 'oilcloth' upholstered seats/backs. The handling of the corner structure with small cubes is an espec...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of 1930s René Prou Slipper Chairs
By René Prou
Located in New York, NY
These earthbound chairs appear to be weightless. Such is the illusion that the designer René Prou was able to create in 1930s Paris with the aid of a highly-skilled upholsterer. Befo...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Silk, Sycamore
Pair of Referenced Armchairs by Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfectly proportioned pair of tall armchairs by renowned French 1940s furniture designer and interior decorator Jean-Charles Moreux. Perfect for a chic Parisian style living room.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Muslin, Oak, Upholstery
Two Elegant French Art Deco Side Chairs ca 1930
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Two very nice antique side chairs made in France around the 1930's.
These two side chairs are exquisite examples of the French Art Deco style, which flourished in the 1920s and 1930s...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Art Deco Chairs after Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish Art Deco armchairs, in the style of Rohde. Solid wood frames with upholstered tied spring upholstered seats, and upholstered backs, fabric worn and will need to be re...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Thonet Bentwood Dining Chair w/ Bakelite Seat
By Thonet
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This original Thonet bentwood armchair features a Bakelite seat and backrest. The chair's bentwood beech frame is elegantly curved, showcasing the transition between Art Deco and the...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Bakelite, Wood
Vintage American Seating Metal Frame Red Upholstered Folding Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage American seating metal frame red upholstered folding chairs - Set of 4. Item features (4) folding chairs, unique metal frames, origin...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
20th Century Czech Set of Four Ebonized Art Deco Chairs by Jindrich Halaba
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Czech set of four black Art Deco dining room chairs made of hand crafted ebonized Wood designed Jindrich Halabala, in good condition. The side chairs are standing on four l...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Ebony
Decorative Leather & Burl Wood Art-Deco Style Lounge Or Side chair, 1970's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A peculiar wooden lounge or side chair with skai leather upholstery in Art Deco style, 2nd half of the 20th century. The two round armrests and legs are covered with brass-colored me...
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1970s European Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Vintage Steel Chairs RP6 by Bruno Pollak 1931-1932 PEL Ltd, England
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage steel chairs model RP6 by Bruno Pollak 1931-1932 and manufactured by PEL Ltd. England.
The beechwood slats and the tubular steel from th...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Black Italian Upholstered Velvet Art Deco Dining Chair, Late 20th Century
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A lovely Art Deco style dining chair, made in Italy. The chair features a tall rounded back upholstered in a lush black velvet. On either side of the back, small metal rounded detail...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Louis XVI Style Side Chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chic Louis XVI style side chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau.
Stamped A A RATEAU and numbered.
Armand-Albert Rateau (1882-1938) was a French furniture maker and interior de...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Wood, Silk, Upholstery
Set of Four Art Deco Chairs Gilbert Rohde Heywood Wakefield
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four chairs designed in 1930s by Gilbert Rohde for Heywood Wakefield Gardener MA. Mahogany construction with arched back support. Cream color naugahyde upholstery with decor...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sculptural Mid Century Modern side Chair, France 1930's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Sculptural Mid Century Modern side Chair, France 1930's
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Armchair by Gino Maggioni for Atelier Borsani Varedo New Leather Upholstered
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s Armchair by Gino Maggioni for Atelier Borsani Varedo new leather upholstered in veneered walnut, wax polished.
Measures cm: H 37/62 x W 62 x D 44.
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Art Deco Modernism Design Side Chair set, Belgium 1930's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage original Art Deco Modernism Style Design Side Chair set of 2. Made in Belgium, 1930's. Oak and exotic wood constructed frame with cognac color leather studded seat. Very well...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of German Art Deco Walnut Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of German Art Deco walnut side chairs with a square sleigh back and muslin upholstered seat and back.
Stains on upholstery/ one chair has rip in upholstery/ some veneer loss on...
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20th Century German Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Carl Malmsten Swedish Grace Inlaid Side Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fantastic pair of Carl Malmsten chairs inlaid rosewood and flame birch. Contrasting wood detail on the inside legs and back. Restored and f...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Mohair
1930s Art Deco Italian Side Chair by Borsani, Atelier di Varedo New Upholstered
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1930s Art Deco Italian robust side chair in ebonized mahogany and mahogany veneered the back, new upholstered with light blue cotton fabric. Original spring seat; upholstered and wax...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Louis XVI Style Side Chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chic Louis XVI style side chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau.
Stamped A A RATEAU and numbered.
Armand-Albert Rateau (1882 - 1938) was a French furniture maker and interior ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Wood, Silk, Upholstery
20th Century Stunning Art Deco Bentwood and Reed Seats Rocking Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Art Deco bentwood and reed seats rocking chairs.
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Pair of Italian Leatherette Chairs Art Deco Osvaldo Borsani attributed
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FS45
Italian Mid-Century leatherette chairs Art Deco , Osvaldo Borsani attributed.
Original red leather upholstery in good conditions.
Measur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of Four Art Deco Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Timeless, these chairs are crafted of solid birch and palisander with sabre legs and a curved, rectangular backrest which is decorated with a stylized crest of inlaid burled birch an...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Palisander
Art Deco Vintage Walnut Blue Side Chairs Circle Hugo Gorge Dagobert Peche
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Vintage Walnut and Blue Velvet Duo Pair of Side Chairs or Long Chairs in the circle of Wiener Werkstätte Hugo Gorge Dagobert Peche Vienna circa 1925.
A beautiful pair of sid...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Set of 4 French Art Deco Bleached Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 French Art Deco bleached side chairs with slat back and seat.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of French Art Deco Macassar Side Chairs
By Jules Leleu
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Art Deco ebony Macassar veneered side chairs with an arched rectangular back and seat upholstered in gilt tooled brown leather (att: JULES LELEU) PRICED AS Pair
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Louis XVI Style Side Chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chic Louis XVI style side chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau.
Stamped A A RATEAU and numbered.
Armand-Albert Rateau (1882-1938) was a French furniture maker and interior de...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Louis XVI Style Side Chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chic Louis XVI style side chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau.
Stamped A A RATEAU and numbered.
Armand-Albert Rateau (1882 - 1938) was a French furniture maker and interior ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Silk
Chinese Chair of Carved Hardwood
Located in Vienna, AT
Hardwood frame with wood seat and backrest made in China about 1920-1930.
Delivery time 3-4 weeks.
Category
1920s Chinese Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Joerns Bros Art Deco Walnut Fan Back Vanity Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Joerns Bros Art Deco Walnut Fan Back Vanity Side Chair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 37" H x 18.5" W x 21" D x 19" Seat height.
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
2 Fine French Art Deco Chairs by R. Damon & Bertaux
Located in Long Island City, NY
In sycamore with floral stencil, refine turned spindles and carved details.
Signed R. Damon & Bertaux - Paris -
Price is per chair.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Sycamore
Dominique et Cie French Art Deco Mahogany Beige & Gold Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 7 French Art Deco dining / side chairs with mahogany frames, upholstered in a beige patterned fabric with veins of gold, bordered with matching piping, resting on shaped mahog...
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20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery
Set of 8 Art Deco American Gold Vinyl Upholstered Dining / Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 8 Art Deco American dining / side chairs with a curved trapezoidal backrests and padded seats upholstered in gold vinyl upholstery plus brass nailhead trim, standing on 4 spla...
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20th Century American Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Style Chairs
Located in Red Lion, PA
Art Deco Style chairs with hand carved wood frame
Beautiful classic details
Two seater matching sofa available
Sold separately
Category
1930s Vintage Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco side chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco side 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 side chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco side 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 side chairs, popular names associated with this style include Jules Leleu, Armand Albert Rateau, René Prou, and Jacques Adnet. 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 side chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $350 and tops out at $110,000 while the average work can sell for $3,600.