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.
LOVELY VINTAGE HERITAGE BIKER BROWN LEATHER HALO CHESTERFiELD EARLE SOFA
By HALO SOHO
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale one of two Halo Flea Market two seat heritage brown leather sofas Please note: The delivery fee shown in th...
Leather
Shagreen Bench with Palmwood and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
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 Lisboa Lounge Chair, Mohair, Oak, Bouclé Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Lisboa Lounge Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Lisboa lounge chair captures the essence of understated elegance with its gracef...
Velvet, Oak, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Wood, Walnut
$60,736 / set
Pair of Howard & sons sofas
Located in Stroud, GB
Pair of rare deco “Bruton” model sofas by Howard and sons covered in salmon H&S monogrammed organic cotton ticking with duck feather and down cushions and stamped castors. Dimension...
Hardwood
1 of 2 FINE NATUZZI BLACK LEATHER TWO SEATER SOFAS MATCING ARMCHAIR AVAILABLE
By Natuzzi
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this contemporary Natuzzi black leather two-seater sofa. Full of stylish details, this compact sofa is ideal e...
Leather
$34,046 / item
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...
Brass, Chrome, Nickel
Czech Functionalist Oak Three-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Czech Functionalist Oak Three-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia, 1930s This exceptional three-seat sofa from Czechoslovakia, dating to the 1930s, is a refined example of Czech Functionalist...
Upholstery, Oak
$2,042Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 1940s Red Two Seater Distressed Sofa Restoration Project As Seen Poirot
Located in London, GB
1940s Art Deco two-seater, distressed sofa, featuring timeless oak wood arms, as seen at Hercule Poirot BBC series. This piece requires comprehensive...
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Lisboa Lounge Chair, Chenille, Oak, Bouclé Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Lisboa Lounge Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Lisboa lounge chair captures the essence of understated elegance with its gracef...
Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Chenille
Art Deco Style His Modular Sofa Made with Ebony Wood, Leather and Textile
Located in Seroa, PT
Measurement Units (WxDxH) cm HI07.1.L - Large left arm with side table - 218 x 112 x H90 (42) cm HI07.1.R - Large right arm with side table - 218 x 112 x H90 (42) cm HI07.2 - La...
Leather, Textile, Ebony
Art Deco Set of 2 Windsor Single Seat Sofas in the Style of 1930's, Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Set of 2 Windsor single Seat Sofas, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. With an elegant design inspired by the eternal surroundings of bohemi...
Leather, Fabric, Jacquard, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Lacquer
Art Deco Windsor Single Seat Sofa in the Style of 1930's, Handmade Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Windsor Single Seat Sofa, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. With an elegant design inspired by the eternal surroundings of bohemian life, W...
Leather, Jacquard, Velvet, Wood, Fabric, Oak, Walnut, Lacquer
SUPER RARE FULLY RESTORED VINTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD SOFA BED
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable circa 1940's fully restored Chesterfield sofa bed which is part of a set ...
Leather
Sofa Grace 2-Seat in Yellow Marka Barket 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...
Brass
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
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Sofa Grace 3-Seat in Light 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...
Brass
Italian Art Deco brown leather two seater sofa in brown velvet, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco brown leather two seater sofa in brown velvet, 1930s Two-seater sofa in brown velvet. The couch has rounded and contoured backrest, while rectangular seat is compose...
Velvet, Wood
Italian Art Deco brown leather two seater sofa by Saracchi, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco brown leather two seater sofa by Saracchi, 1930s Two-seater sofa in dark brown leather. The backrest of the couch are rounded and contoured, white the seat is rectan...
Leather, Wood
Art Deco three-seat sofa in original velvet, Belgium circa 1930
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
A striking Belgian Art Deco three-seat sofa dating from circa 1930. The sofa is defined by its generous proportions and strongly sculptural silhouette. Broad, rounded side panels su...
Velvet, Wood
Art Deco Sofa in Solid Wood and Tapisserie 1930s
Located in Meer, VAN
Art Deco Sofa in Solid Wood and Tapisserie 1930s This is an incredible museum worthy art deco sofa in solid wood and tapisserie, made in the 1930s. Most probably Belgian or Dutch or...
Fabric, Oak
$2,526Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Fabric, Beech
1950s, Danish sofa-daybed, red/beige furniture wool, ash wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish sofa-daybed. Original red and beige furniture wool, brass springs in the seat, ash wood legs, foldable armrests. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stabl...
Wool, Ash
$2,461Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Fabric, Beech
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 ...
Satin, Rosewood, Suede
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...
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
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...
Brass
$6,624 / item
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...
Copper
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...
Brass
$7,540 / item
Sofa Victoria 3-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...
Brass
Giorgio Collection Mirage Curve Velvet Sectional Sofa, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Mirage sectional sofa in velvet. Sofa seats and sides with double stitching in polyurethane foam wrapped in down feather. Legs and metal trims on the armrest in satin black nickel st...
Stainless Steel, Nickel
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...
Upholstery
$24,127Sale Price / item|41% Off
Art Deco Style Modular Her Sofa Made with Brass, Leather and Textile
Located in Seroa, PT
Measurement Units Terminal Module (Metal Arm) - 106 x 105 x 96 (44) cm Terminal Module (Without Arm) - 100 x 105 x 96 (44) cm Central Module - 100 x 105 x 96 (44) cm Stool - 1...
Brass
City Life Three-Seat Sofa in Striped Fabric by Zanaboni
By Zanaboni
Located in MEDA, IT
City life contemporary Italian three-seat sofa in striped fabric with embroidered cushions and details by Zanaboni. Please note: Prices do not include VAT. VAT may be added dependi...
Upholstery