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.
Shagreen Bench with 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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. Inspired by the original Dandy Bench...
Brass
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
Shagreen Bench with 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
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 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...
Brass
$4,372Sale Price / item|40% Off
Art Deco Tile Lounge Chair in the Style of 1930's, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Tile Lounge Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Tile lounge chair merges strong architectural presence with tailored comfort. Defin...
Wood, Leather, Oak, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Walnut, Lacquer
Art Deco Lisboa Lounge Chair Grey Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Lisboa Lounge Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Lisboa lounge chair captures the essence of understated elegance with its gracefu...
Velvet, Oak
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
1 OF 2 OF RESTORED ART DECO HARRY & LOU EPSTEIN HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER SOFAs
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
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...
Leather, Birch
Daybed H-215 by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody, 1930s
Located in Wien, AT
This rarely seen daybed by maybe ones of the most famous designers of Czech functionalism, Jindrich Halabala, has been completely restored and painted. The pillows are made of solid...
Zebra Hide, Wood, Coconut
$25,729 / 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
SIGURD RESSELL FOR VATNE MOBLER HARDWOOD BROWN LEATHER SOFA ARMCHAiR TABLE SUITE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, fully restored vintage five piece sofa, armchair and coffee table suite by Sigurd Ressell (19...
Leather, Hardwood
STUNNiNG HAND MADE IN ENGLAND DESIGNER FABRIC UPHOLSTERED SOFA & FOOTSTOOL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, hand made in England, large two seat sofa with scatter cushions and matching ottoman footstoo...
Upholstery
Art Deco Sofa by Richard Guino, Gilded Wood, Curved Back, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Sofa in carved and gilded wood with a curved back and double matting designed by Richard Guino (1890–1973). Central medallion representing Venus and Cupid signed "GUINO". Richard ...
Wood
Art Deco Scarlet Armchair DEDAR Red Cotton Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Scarlet Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Scarlet puts a modern twist on the traditional armchair...
Velvet, Lacquer
$3,157 / set
Art Deco Living Room Set from 1920
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco living room set from 1920 We present living room set made in the Vienna, Austria. Every piece of furniture that leaves our works...
Synthetic
1930s Extraordinary Art Deco Ottoman in Sheepskin Upholstery, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in exclusive fine sheepskin from Island sheep’s - The springs and padding were repaired in old technique.
Sheepskin, Wood
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
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.
Birch
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
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
$7,829 / item
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...
Brass
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.
Velvet, Walnut
$3,522Sale Price|55% Off
Art Deco red lacquered sofa with carved details, 1930s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Cardinal red lacquered Art Deco sofa with finely carved knobs and gold leaf appliqués. Upholstery in generously thick jacquard fabric, worked with fine threads and gold, in excellent...
Gold
Hand Dyed Brown Leather Art Deco Odeon Style Three Seat Sofa Feather Filled Seat
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand made in England Art Deco Odeon style brown leather sofa with overstuffed feather filled cu...
Leather
Art Deco Living Room Set with Tea Corner, Set of 11
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Prestigious and unique tea corner set, lacquered cardinal red with finely carved knobs, gold leaf appliqués. Covering in Jacquard fabric of generous thickne...
Gold
Scandinavian Modern Settee or Sofa in Grey Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Settee of two seat sofa, beech, fabric, Scandinavia 1940s This charming Scandinavian settee from the 1940s exemplifies craftsmanship and design sensibility. Featuring a beautifully ...
Fabric, Beech
$6,878 / 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
$6,884 / 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...
Brass
$25,054Sale 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