Art Deco Sofas
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
Pair of Black Leather and Wood Art Deco Armchairs, Italy, circa 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of black leather and wood Art Deco armchairs. Italy, circa 1930.
Attributed to Renzo Frau.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
1930s French Bedside Cabinet
By Art Decor
Located in London, Lambeth
Beautiful pair of French Deco bedside cabinets restored and polished to bring out the stunning grain .Two storage draws
With wonderfully shaped legs with brass tips.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Birch
Gatsby Three Seat Sofa - Modern Handcrafted Art Deco Sofa 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
HAND MADE BLACK & SiLVER UPHOLSTERED SOFA LIGHT HARDWOOD FRAME ONE OF TWO PIECES
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
ROYAL HOUSE ANTIQUES
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England Art Deco style three seat sofa which is part of a suite
Please note the d...
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
$1,499 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Oakwood and Fabric Armchairs, Art Deco Period, France, circa 1940
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of oakwood and fabric armchairs. Art Deco period, France, circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Upholstered Sofa with 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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
$9,995 / item
Art Deco Sofa in Walnut and Velvet, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco sofa in walnut and velvet, circa 1930.
patina and coating to change.
2 model armchairs are also available.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
1920s English Chesterfield Sofa, Curved Form with Mahogany Deco Feet
Located in Alton, GB
A supremely rare and distinguished example of early 20th-century British design, this circa 1920 scalloped and curved Chesterfield sofa embodi...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century Art Deco Pair of Leather Tub Chairs and Sofa, circa 1920
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th century Art Deco suite, consisting of a pair of matching tub chairs and a sofa. Showing superb patina and color, this wonderful pair ...
Category
20th Century British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Giorgio Collection Paradiso Sofa 3 Brazilian Rosewood Brown Leather Satin Finish
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Paradiso Sofa 3 seaters Brazilian rosewood in brown leather and satin finish.
Sofa 3 seats in Brazilian rosewood satin finish with seat...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Leather, Satin
Giorgio Collection Paradiso Brazilian Rosewood Cocktail Coffee Table SatinFinish
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Paradiso coffee / cocktail table in Brasilian rosewood satin finish with walnut inlay top.
Brushed steel accents on the base.
Size: cm 120 W x 120 D x 43 H.
Si...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
Giorgio Collection Paradiso Sofa 3 Brazilian Rosewood Beige Suede Satin Finish
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Paradiso Sofa 3 seaters Brazilian rosewood in Beige suede and satin finish.
Sofa 3 seats in Brazilian rosewood satin finish with seats ...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Satin, Rosewood, Suede
Restored Art Deco Square Pretzel Rattan Sectional Settee
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-style rattan blends style and vintage charm with modern comfort. It is a restored 1930s six-strand square pretzel arm rattan sectional settee wi...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Art Dèco Style French Brass And Fabric Sofa, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Three-seater sofa in Art Deco style, with feet and columns to support the armrests, in brass. The upholstery was redone twenty years ago but is worn and stained, new upholstery is re...
Category
1950s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
$7,876 Sale Price
30% Off
Casa Sofa in Raspberry (250cm) by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
The Casa sofa is outfitted with large, flat armrests, lacquered wood feet, and raspberry red mohair velvet upholstery (LG.FB-18) for maximum comfort. Made with an oak structure, high...
Category
2010s French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass, Chrome, Nickel
$25,091 / item
Split Reed Wicker Rattan Bamboo 3 Seater Sofa Blue & White Cushions
By Ficks Reed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern light profile wicker frame 3 seater sofa. Nice vintage blue and white cushions.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Reed
Sheepskin Leather Art Deco Design 2-Seater Sofa with Wooden Details
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this beautiful and comfortable sheepskin leather Art Deco design 2-seater sofa with wooden details.
This elegant Art Deco sofa fits seamlessly into both classic and mod...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Wood
Vintage White Faux Fur Sofa with Black Wooden Frame, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, Art Deco style, 1940s.
It features an ebonized beech frame.
It is vintage, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it's been recently reupholstered and padd...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Art Decor Inspired Cupid Sofa in Black American Walnut and Luxe Bronze Velvet
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Fusing together the strength and dynamism of Cupid, the god of desire, with a sleek, glamorous style, the Cupid Sofa is an immaculate combination of elegant American walnut, luxuriou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Lifetime Italian Leather Sectional Chaise Tufting Tone on Tone Stitching
Located in New York, NY
Italian made Lifetime leather sectional, Light soft color
with soft tufting on the seating and tone on tone stitching.
Smoke metal legs.
Measures: Width 132"
Depth 103"
Height 32.5...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Steel
Barh Sofa in Black Ash Wood, Polished Stainless Steel and Green Upholstery
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Inspired by Art Deco and as a successor to our barh chairs, the barh sofa was designed. The straight lines of the exterior in contrast to the softer seating area make for a very clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
Giorgio Italian Paradiso Sofa Brazilian Rosewood Satin Finish Wood Beige Suede
Located in New York, NY
Italian Giorgio Collection Paradiso loveseat - Sofa 2 seaters
Brazilian rosewood satin finish with seats and backs covered in light beige suede.
Brushed steel accents on the base.
S...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
LIBERTY OF LONDON IANTHE UPHOLSTERED VINTAGE SOFA FOR RESTORATION FABRIC REPAIRs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage distressed Liberty's of London Ianthe upholstered 2-3 seat sofa
Please note the delivery fee ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
LIBERTY'S OF LONDON IANTHE UPHOLSTERED ViNTAGE SOFA IN DISTRESSED CONDITION
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage distressed Liberty's of London Ianthe upholstered 2-3 seat sofa
Please note the delivery fee ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
1950s Sofa Bed by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody Rousínov, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This convertible sofa bed was designed by Jindřich Halabala and produced in the 1950s by UP Závody Rousínov, Pozořice factory, as confirmed by the original factory label. The piece f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Wood, Upholstery, Walnut
Restored 1930s Six-Strand Square Pretzel Sofa in the Manner of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original rattan six-strand square pretzel arm three-seat sofa with a wonderfully stacked rattan base and white covered cushions,
1930, United Staes
We we only purchase and sell on...
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Restored Eight-Strand Square Pretzel Arm 3-Seat Section Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Art Deco 8-strand rattan square pretzel arm sectional sofa with seating for three people. The sofa features Paul frankl inspired square pretzel ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Barh Sofa in Black Stained Ash Wood, Bronze and Dark Green Leather Upholstery
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Inspired by Art Deco and as a successor to our barh chairs, the barh sofa was designed. The straight lines of the exterior in contrast to the softer seating area make for a very clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
Sofa Grace 2-Seat in Beige Marka 10 Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A perfect combination of hi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Style Bacco Two-Seat Sofa in Natural Walnut, Linen and Gunmetal Studs
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Utterly lounge worthy, the Bacco sofa design is a contemporary remodel of the iconic boxy chair.
Pushing the boundaries in design and playing around with d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Linen, Velvet
Millennium Four-Seat Leather Sofa with Button Tufting & Gold Finish by Zanaboni
By Zanaboni
Located in MEDA, IT
The millennium special shape sofa upholstered in leather 2261 with its curved line will beautifully fit exclusive living rooms, bringing elegance to the interior without giving up to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Art Deco Sofa in Black Lacquer and Golden Upholstery
Located in Ulm, DE
Art Deco Sofa
Piano lacquer, black high gloss
Golden upholstery
Original Art Deco, France 1930s
Dimensions:
Width: 167 cm
Height: 82 cm
Depth: 77,5 cm
Seat height: 40 cm
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
$4,642 Sale Price
20% Off
Sofa Grace 3-Seat in Beige Marka 10 Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, Grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
1 OF 2 OF RESTORED ART DECO HARRY & LOU EPSTEIN HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER SOFAs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this 1 of 2 of very rare Harry & Lou Epstein Art Deco two seat Cloud sofas with Birch frames and one of a ki...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Birch
$8,330 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Circa 1920's Art Deco Fully Restored Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa Part Suite
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original circa 1920’s Art Deco fully restored Chesterfield club sofa which is part of a suite
This sofa is very stylish, it has t...
Category
1920s English Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
$11,107 Sale Price
20% Off
Sofa Grace 2-Seat in Blue Marka River Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sofa Victoria 3-Seat in Upholstery and Brass
Located in Lisbon, PT
With perfect poise and structure, Victoria couch will welcome you and your guests into an incredibly confortable and elegant seating experience.
Victori...
Category
2010s Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
$7,634 / item
Sofa Victoria 2-Seat in Upholstery and Brass
Located in Lisbon, PT
With perfect poise and structure, Victoria couch will welcome you and your guests into an incredibly comfortable and elegant seating experience.
Victoria...
Category
2010s Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
$6,713 / item
Original Art Deco tubular steel streamline sofa cushion Design by ZEITLOS-BERLIN
Located in PRAHA 4, CZ
Rediscover the Glamour of the 1930s with Our Art Deco Tubular Steel Streamline Sofa
We proudly present our exquisitely restored 1935 Art Deco tubular ...
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Steel
Sofa Victoria 2-Seat in Upholstery and Copper
Located in Lisbon, PT
With perfect poise and structure, Victoria couch will welcome you and your guests into an incredibly comfortable and elegant seating experience.
Victoria...
Category
2010s Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Copper
$6,707 / item
Vienna Sofa, Parisian Feminity Transites to Viennese Masculine Art Deco
By Mahmut Anlar
Located in İstiklal, TR
Evoking Viennese masculine Art Deco that seamlessly transitions into Parisian femininity, the glossy lacquered body of the sofa is adorned with accents o...
Category
2010s Turkish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
Giorgio Collection Paradiso Brazilian Rosewood End Table with Satin Finish
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Paradiso end table in Brasilian rosewood satin finish with walnut inlay top.
Brushed steel accents on the base.
Size: cm 64W x 64D x 64H
Size: 25”W x 25”D x 25”...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
Mediterraneo Three-Seat Sofa in Leather with Embroidered Cushions by Zanaboni
By Zanaboni
Located in MEDA, IT
Mediterraneo is a sleek and exclusive three-seater sofa in leather, with finely embroidered seat cushions, backrest cushions and details. Lacq...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Vienna Glam Sofa, Glossy Lacquered Body Highlighted with Handcrafted Crystals
By Mahmut Anlar
Located in İstiklal, TR
Starting from Viennese masculine Art Deco, it becomes a long journey to Parisian femininity. The patterns designed by Geostudio, placed on the glossy lac...
Category
2010s Turkish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Crystal
Giorgio Italian Paradiso Sofa Brazilian Rosewood Satin Finish Wood Brown Leather
Located in New York, NY
Italian Giorgio Collection Paradiso loveseat - Sofa 2 seaters
Brazilian rosewood satin finish with seats and backs covered in first grade brown leather.
Brushed steel accents on ...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Satin, Rosewood
Vintage White Faux Fur Sofa with Black Wooden Frame, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, Art Deco style, 1940s.
It features an ebonized beech frame.
It is vintage, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it's been recently reupholstered and padd...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Art Deco sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco sofas 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 sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, asian art and furniture, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sofas, popular names associated with this style include Greenapple, Jindrich Halabala, Mambo Unlimited Ideas, and GF Modern. 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 sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $854 and tops out at $72,000 while the average work can sell for $7,168.