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
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
Deconstructed Bacco Sofa in Natural Walnut, Linen and Brass 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
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Steel
Salvatore Dinucci Midcentury Brazilian Sofa with Velvet Upholstery, 1950s
By Dinucci
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Salvatore Dinucci Midcentury Brazilian Sofa with Velvet Upholstery, 1950s
Virtually unknown by the general public, Dinucci, as the signature on his...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1930s Made in England Hand Dyed Restored Whisky Brown 3 Seat Chesterfield Club
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for auction this exceptionally rare original 1930’s Whisky brown leather Chesterfield club sofa in newly restored condition with feather filled cushions
...
Category
1930s English Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
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
Midcentury Maple Brass and Fabric Austrian Canape Sofa, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Characteristic and precious Austrian sofas in bleached maple with rich brass inserts, all married with a beautiful black and silver fabric.
The sofa ha...
Category
1940s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Green Velvet Sofa With Brass Legs
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Flute Sofa takes its inspiration from the pan flute. Unique and beautiful the Flute Sofa is one of Troy Smith's best sellers. Built to exacting standar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American 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
Sofa with Blue Mohair And Polished Brass Legs
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Flute Sofa takes its inspiration from the pan flute. Unique and beautiful the Flute Sofa is one of Troy Smith's best sellers. Built to exacting standar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sofa with Black Mohair And Polished Brass Legs
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Flute Sofa takes its inspiration from the pan flute. Unique and beautiful the Flute Sofa is one of Troy Smith's best sellers. Built to exacting standar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Red Velvet Sofa With Polished Brass Legs Functional Art
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Flute Sofa is a contemporary and timeless piece of furniture. This classically modern sofa is made by hand in Italy and designed by Troy Smith Studio. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Large French Art Deco Rosewood Sofa in Gold Upholstery Scalloped Edge
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large French Art Deco gold velvet upholstery grand sofa.
Rare find excellent original condition.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Breathtaking Art Deco Revival Sofa in Rattan Parquetry, Italy, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative, meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
An absolutely jaw-dropping Art Deco Revival sofa...
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1970s Italian Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
Macassar Ebony Sofa Velvet Upholstery And Brass Details
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Wedge Sofa is a timeless handmade contemporary Art Deco sofa. This striking sofa is well-proportioned and bold. The velvet is like butter and Macassar E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Satin Birch Sofa with Fluted Arms & Paw Feet
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco satin birch sofa with fluted arms and paw feet.
Upholstered in buttoned cotton velvet.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Chinese Art Deco Sofa, c. 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
In the 1930s, Shanghai, China was swept up in the Art Deco design movement. Design, architecture, art, fashion, and furniture were all influenced by this modern movement, permeating ...
Category
1930s Chinese Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Sofa with White Mohair And Polished Brass Legs
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Flute Sofa takes its inspiration from the pan flute. Unique and beautiful the Flute Sofa is one of Troy Smith's best sellers. Built to exacting standar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sofa with Yellow Mohair And Polished Brass Legs
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Flute Sofa takes its inspiration from the pan flute. Unique and beautiful the Flute Sofa is one of Troy Smith's best sellers. Built to exacting standar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Dominique Meridian, Daybed or Sofa
By Dominique
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco daybed, meridian or sofa by Dominique, circa 1930. Documented.
Please note this piece is unrestored in the photographs.
DOMINIQUE
From a 1929 French exhibition c...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Loveseat Upholstered in Leather, Jules Leleu Attributed
By Maison Dominique, André Arbus, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco loveseat upholstered in leather, Jules Leleu attributed. Stunning French Art Deco geometric leather upholstered macassar loveseat, sofa or canapé in the manner of And...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Macassar
Art Deco Sofa with French Polished Mahogany Frame, Denmark, circa 1920
Located in Miami, FL
A fine Art Deco sofa in mahogany with carved, arched crest-rail and fluted pillars capped by ionic capitals on fascia of arms, Northern Europe, circa 1920.
...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Jute, Muslin, Upholstery, Mahogany
French Art Deco Macassar Sofa
Located in North Bergen, NJ
French Art Deco Macassar sofa or couch. Having beautiful Macassar wood with deco lines. Has been restored by a third generation artisan.
Category
1920s Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Macassar
Gaston Poisson, Art Deco Blond Mahogany Sofa
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gaston Poisson, Art Deco blond mahogany sofa.
Need new reupholstery.
A pair of armchair on the same model also available.
Four others armchairs on the same model but in deep mahog...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Outstanding Art Deco Sofa Original Sculpted Brocade Fabric
By Beachley Furniture Company 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Art Deco sofa, looks like it came off the set of a Fred Astaire, Ginger Roger's Hollywood set, manufactured by Beachley Furniture Co, Inc., still in business today making qu...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brocade, Wood
Art Deco walnut Sofa with storage, 1930s, Bohemia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Art Deco sofa with storage was made in the 1930s in the former Czechoslovakia. This piece is an example of the Czechoslovak Pre-war Art Deco style and it features a wooden struc...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Midcentury Italian Channel Back Sofa in Velvet and Leather
By Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A midcentury Italian channel back sofa. Newly upholstered in a rust cotton velvet with leather trim. Curved corner shape. Sourced outside of Florence, Italy.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Velvet
Antique Leather Art Deco Club Chair Country House Armchair, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
A very attractive art deco leather club chair. c.1930
Really lovely shape and super comfortable. Original leather upholstery which has benefited from a deep clean and feed. Brown velvet squab cushion.
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Wood, Leather
1930s Danish Art Deco 3-Seater Sofa By Frits Henningsen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A striking 3-seater sofa in Cuban mahogany and green velvet fabric by Frits Henningsen.
In competition with his teacher Kaare Klint, Henningsen was one of the outstanding Danish des...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
A 1930'3 Art Deco Tank Sofa by Heal's of London
By Heal's
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Tank Sofa by Heal's of London. Burr and solid walnut banding with reeded lower section. Re-upholstered in cream leather and contrasting faux suede.
Dimensions: Sofa H 8...
Category
1930s English Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Fully restored Thonet Tulip Sofa, 1930s, Bohemia
By Thonet
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This tulip-shaped Art Deco style sofa was made by Thonet company in the 1930s in the former Czechoslovakia. The piece is an example of the Central European Pre-war Art Deco style and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater “Banana” Sofa, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognisable touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of so...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
French Art Deco Sofa in Parcel Gilt Wood
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A fine quality parcel gilt double shield back sofa, with two toned gilding the turned and fluted legs are gold leaf and the frame is white gold, this has 70% of original gilding and ...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Giltwood
ART DECO folding sofabed, 1940´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
ART DECO style sofa, simple design fits into the context of the design creation in Czechoslovakia between 1930´s-1950´s. Dark stained beech wood. Traces of wear and tear commensurate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Folding Sofa in walnut, Jitona, 1950s, Czechoslovakia
By Jitona
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Midcentury folding sofabed, made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1950´s.
This sofa features a wooden structure that is veneered in walnut. The sofa is in very good vintage condi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Mid century folding sofabed, Czechoslovakia, 1950´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This folding sofa was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1950´s. It can be unfolded for sleeping.
The construction is of solid wood with beech wood veneer. Overall in good Vin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
1930-50s Danish Art Deco Design, 3 Seater Sofa in Original Green Velour
Located in Tarm, 82
1930-50s Danish art deco design. 3 seater sofa in original green velour. Hand carved in oak wood. Brass springs in the seat. Original very good condition, no smells and no stains.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch 1930s for Reupholstery
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Danish curved Art Deco couch or sofa from the 1930s.
The legs are made of dark stained wood and the sofa is upholstered with dusty green and lig...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Jacques Adnet Modernist Sofa, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Modernist sofa by Jacques Adnet upholstered in leather (2003) on lacquered walnut legs.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Rare Art Deco Teak Carved Paul Follot Attributed Wingback Settee & Arm Chairs
By Paul Follot
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Paul Follot wingback armchairs and settee. Highest level craftsmanship and re-upholstered by a top shop in a calming neutral sage fabric. Beautiful wood grain and fine floral ca...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Sofabed in Walnut by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody, 1950s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
midcentury sofabed designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody. It was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1950´s. This sofa has a walnut veneered wooden structure and storage s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Sofa by Maison Franck
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sofa by Maison Franck. Frame in original upholstery standing on fluted giltwood feet. Originally ordered in 1938 by Romi Goldmuntz ,owner of a important diamond company in A...
Category
1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia
- made of chrome, fabric, wood
- good, original condition.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Sofa or Bed H-363 Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Model H-363
- Original good condition
- Folding(bed)
- Maker: UP zavody, published in catalogues.
Category
1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Sofa, Walnut Veneer and Green Velvet, France, circa 1930
Located in Regensburg, DE
Very elegant, large Art Deco sofa / couch from France, circa 1930.
Lovely walnut veneer and partly ebonized. French polished surface with fine sh...
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass, Nickel
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.
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