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Art Deco Seating

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

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
Art Deco Style Scroll Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Art Deco-inspired C-scroll form back upholstered sofa with curbed back and scroll form arms, a tight concave fronted seat with two throw pillows, and an over an upholstered base. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Seating

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Fabric

Oswald Haerdtl – Designer Chair by TON, 1960s, Last Piece Available
Located in Prague 8, CZ
An original chair designed by Austrian architect and designer Oswald Haerdtl, produced in the 1960s by TON. The solid beech frame and molded plywood construction provide durability a...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs by Dominique
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Art Deco Armchairs by Dominique A Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs by Maison Dominique, Andre Domin and Marcel Genevieve designed and produced these chairs in the 1920’s a rare exa...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Mahogany, Tulipwood

Outdoor Reclining Chaise with Metal Foliate Motif
Located in New York, NY
Very nice example of outdoor, poolside, or patio furniture, reclining chaise with four backrest positions. The metal frame has incised bark detail, an...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Seating

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Metal

Art Deco President's Rattan Sofa Lounge Chairs Living Room Set
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic living room set consisting of a President's sofa and a pair of President's lounge chairs named after FDR's rattan furniture aboard the USS Potomac. The seating is crafted fr...
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20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Steel

Danish Midcentury, Curved Club Chair, Viggo Boesen Style, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A rare comfortable easy chair with some beautiful curves. Original fabric in beautiful green color which complements the natural materials. Made by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker in t...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Velvet

Art deco Italian armchairs, bentwood and beige fabric, 1950s Italy
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
These elegant Art Deco Italian armchairs from the 1950s blend classic design with modern sensibilities. The rich, curved bentwood frames highlight the craftsmanship of the era, while...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Oak Art Deco Haagse School Armchair by Jacques Grubben, 1930
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and very rare Art Deco Haagse School armchair. Design by Jacques Grubben. Striking Dutch design from the 1930s. Solid oak with original black lacquered details. Re-up...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Art Deco Sycamore Cloud Back Armchairs by Epstein
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of Art Deco sycamore cloud back armchairs by Epstein. They were made in England, they date from the 1930’s. The quality is outstanding and they have lovely proporti...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Cotton, Sycamore

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Maison Carlhian Elegant Pair of Lounge Chairs with Hand-Turned Wood Legs 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Rare and superb pair of upholstered lounge chairs with hand-turned and painted wood legs and base by Maison Carlhian, France 1930s. These chairs are beautifully crafted and have been...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Silk, Wood, Paint, Linen

Walnut Art Deco Upholstered Dining Armchairs (Sets of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with a walnut finish, these armchairs embody timeless luxury. The refined wooden frame highlights its sculptural presence, while the Marshmallow performance fabric offers bot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gabriel Englinger Art Deco Lounge Chair in Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gabriel Englinger, lounge chair, wood, long pile velvet upholstery, France, 1928. This rare Art Deco armchair, designed by the esteemed designer Gabriel Englinger in 1928, epitomize...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Pair of Swedish Art Deco Easy Chairs In Birch & fabric
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Swedish Art Deco easy chairs. Armrest and legs in birch wood, seat with springs. Newly upholstered in petroleum grey linen-blend fabric from Pierre Frey. Sweden, circa 1930. ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood, Birch

1934 SS Normandie Art Deco Silk Velvet & Mahogany ArmChairs, Pierre Patout
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair Of Art Deco Silk Velvet Upholstered Mahogany 'S.S. Normandie' Dining Armchairs, Pierre Patout (French 1879-1965), Circa 1934. This Pair of Art Deco Mahogany Arm chairs upholster...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Bronze

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.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Pair of Oak Art Deco Armchairs, Europe ca 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Art Deco, one of the most influential design movements of the early 20th century, reached its peak in the 1930s, merging elegance and modernity with a focus on both style and functio...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Oak

Art Deco set of 2 jacquard velvet lounge chairs, 1930
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This set of two Art Deco armchairs comes in its original cover with only minimal signs of wear on the fabric. The jacquard velvet fabric in a mint tone has a beautiful play of colors...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet

Set of Six Oak Charles Dudouyt Dining Chairs, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Curved slat backs dining chairs by Dudouyt in solid oak, original patina, a restrained almost art deco look for this designer.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Art Deco Genebra Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Genebra Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Genebra armchair is designed to give your living room a sophisticated vintage look. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

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Mohair, Walnut, Oak, Ebony, Linen, Jacquard, Bouclé, Velvet, Alpaca, Wood

Shagreen Daybed with Bronze-Patina Brass and Fur Upholstery 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

1930s French Art Deco Oak Dining Chairs in Dusty Blue Chenille - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
A classic set of six 1930s French Art Deco dining chairs, sourced from Provence, France. Expertly handcrafted from solid oak, each chair features a beautifully aged patina in a rich,...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Chenille, Oak

Antique French Art Deco Figural Bench With Cast Iron Winged Women Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Art Deco Figural Bench With Cast Iron Winged Women Legs. Early 20th Century. Measurements: 22" H x 35" W x 17" D.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Seating

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Armchair Wood and Floral Fabric
Located in Milano, IT
Step back in time with this stunning Art Deco armchair, a beautiful representation of the early 20th century's design aesthetics. Featuring a rich tapestry of floral upholstery and o...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

1930s Pair of Rare Refurbished Art Deco Armchairs in Walnut , Reupholstered
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Professionally refurbished and reupholstered - Shellac finish - Seat height: 40cm
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Pair of Low Slung French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of low slung Art Deco lounge chairs, French, 1930s. They have a chic low slung form. They are currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric. The price noted ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Art Deco French Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Bench is made out of walnut wood, comfortable seat is re-upholstered with beige leather. Bench is supported by two curved wooden legs that are connected with trapezoid shape base. C...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chair in Burgundy Cowhide
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, lounge chair, model 'H269', cowhide "Cavallini" by Edelman, stained wood, 1930s Extraordinary easy chair designed by Jindřich Halabala dating back t...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Cowhide, Wood

Fine French 1930s Daybed / Sofa Attributed to Lucien Rollin
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Deco stained walnut sofa/daybed attributed to Lucien Rollin (frame only). Inside dimensions of mattress/cushion area are 72 5/8" x 27 1/2"
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Oak Art Deco Amsterdamse School Lounge Chair or Folding Chair, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School lounge chair or folding chair. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak base with decorative solid macassar ebony elements. ...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Macassar, Oak

Normandie Art Deco Arm Chairs by Pierre Patout
Located in Miami, FL
These Pair of Art Deco Mahogany Arm chairs upholstered in Royal Blue Silk Velvet were designed by Pierre Patout to be both functional and beautiful. The...
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20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pair Of Chrome Stools - Ralph Lauren - XXth Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Pair of chrome X-shaped stools, with a seat in padded red imitation leather, ending in balls feet Model attributed to Ralph Lauren Good general condition, upholstery redone, slight...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Clam Lounge Chairs in Lambswool, Skive Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
The most amazing pair of clam easy chairs made in the style of Arnold Madsen. These chairs were produced by Skive Møbelfabrik in the 1950s and have ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Seating

Materials

Lambskin, Sheepskin, Beech

Pair of Louis XVI Style Carved Wood Leather Deco Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Louis XVI French carved wood leather armchairs with columnal fluted legs and nailhead trim. Great patination to green painted legs. Button tufted seat with newly refreshed do...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Art Deco 3-Seat Sofa Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Original upholstery - Measures: Extending depth 105 cm - Good, original condition.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

20th Century Czech Set of Eight Black Art Deco Chairs by Jindrich Halabala
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very rare set of eight ebonized Halabala Art Deco chairs hand polished with shellac, Model H 214, in good condition. The black dining chairs ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Suede, Wood, Ebony

French Deco Leather and Mohair Daybed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This versatile French deco daybed (circa late 1930s) can be converted from a bench to daybed, when the arms are removed and reoriented into the appropriate frame fittings. The staine...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Mohair, Mahogany

4 Thonet Chairs, Model Prague No. 811, First Half of the 20th Century
Located in Herentals, BE
The chairs were designed by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet around 1920 and executed by FMG - Fabryka Mebli Gietych - in Poland in the first half of the 20th century. They have been reupho...
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Early 20th Century Polish Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs in White Tibetan Lambswool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', stained beech, Tibetan lambswool, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs in white Tibetan lambswool upholstery. This design...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wool, Beech

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...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Set of 8 Fine French Art Deco Cherry Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of height fine French Art Deco cherry dining/side chairs.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Cherry

Art Deco Revival Black Lounge Chairs With Steel Arms by Directional - a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of exceptional Art Deco Revival black fabric lounge chairs with curved steel arms by Directional Furniture circa 1980s. The fabric is original and in near perfect condition.
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Modernist Oak High Back Chair by Cor Alons, 1923
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist high back chair. Design by Cor Alons. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak frame wit...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Rush, Oak

Elegant Art Déco Macassar Wood Chair Hand Crafted in the Style of J. E. Ruhlmann
Located in Salzburg, AT
Elegant Art Deco chair in the style of Jacques Emil Ruhlmann. Partly solid macassar wood, partly veneered. The surface is lacquered in high gloss. In the small volute at the end of t...
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2010s German Art Deco Seating

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Rare Early 20th Century Dentist Chair, ca 1930s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Rare early 20th century dentist / medical chair made in white painted wood with dark green leather upholstered seat and neck rest. The neck rest is height adjustable so it would accommodate both adults and children when in use. The seat also has a very modernist pattern made with upholsterers decor nails similar to that of German/Swedish designer Otto Schulz and what he used on his cabinets. The high back style of chair is also very much associated with the grand father of Scottish design Charles Rennie...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Restored Rattan Fan Arm Lounge Chair With Ottoman Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan Art Deco style lounge chair with matching stacked ottoman. The chairs feature beautifully shaped "Fan" arms with a stacked rattan base...
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1990s Art Deco Seating

Materials

Rattan

Set of 2 leather Art Deco club chairs, 1930s France.
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Set of 2 leather Art Deco club chairs, 1930s France. Rosewood frame and cream white leather upholstery. The chairs have been restored / reupholstered at one point. High quality and c...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather

Swedish Grace Stool in White Lacquered Birchwood, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Charming Swedish Modern stool made in the 1920-30s. The stool is made of birchwood. It retains the original white greenish lacquer and an amazing cushions in beautiful green and whit...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Birch

Pair of Anton Lucas Art Deco Armchairs in Oak and Macassar Ebony, 1925
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was designed by Anton Lucas and produced in Leiden, The Netherlands circa 1925. The frames are made of solid oakwood, with a geometric front detail in Mac...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Mohair, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Macassar, Oak

French Club Chairs in Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of club chairs, brown fabric, beech, brass, France, 1940s. These classically sculpted armchairs feature seatings that are designed as a shell, which embraces the sitter wonderf...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair of Velvet Upholstered Stools with Sculptural Brass Legs 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

RARE STUNNiNG HERITAGE BROWN LEATHER POLISHED ALUMINIUM AVIATOR LOUNGE ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, very unique Heritage brown leather Aviator lounge armchair with rare polished alum...
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20th Century English Art Deco Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Curvaceous Mid Century Oak Lounge Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Curvaceous Mid Century Oak Lounge or Occasional Chairs, American, circa 1950s. These chairs are currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric. Simply send...
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1950s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Oak

French Art Deco Walnut Tub Chair with Original Geometric Jaz Age Upholstery
Located in London, GB
A walnut Art Deco tub armchair with the original colourful geometric Jaz age upholstery which is in very good condition, with carved fluted details to the front legs.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut

Italian 1928 Train Bench 3rd Class
Located in Weesp, NL
1928 Italian train bench in fantastic condition. This rare piece was made in 1928 for 3rd class travelers in the so-called Centoporte, 100 doors, train set...
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1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Steel

FINE & UNIQUE PAIR OF ART DECO FULLY RESTORED CiGAR BROWN LEATHER CLUB ARMCHAIRS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored pair of Art Deco hand dyed rich Cigar brown leather club armchairs with Bentwoo...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

20th Century Italian Set of Six Modernist Brass Dining Room Chairs by Chiavari
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Art Deco Italian Modernist dining chairs made of hand crafted gilded brass, designed and produced in Chiavari in good condition. The legs of the small detailed side chairs are slightly splayed, connected with pairs of cross supports. Newly upholstered in a white velvet. Two chairs have a small stain. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1930, Italy. Seat: 18.25" H x 14" W x 13" D The Chiavarina was created in 1807, in Chiavari, near Genoa, by an Italian cabinetmaker. In 1855, about 600 workers were designing and making Chiavari chairs. After the success, the chair was praised by the King of Sardinia...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Modern Art Deco Inspired Sofa with Walnut Trim
Located in Greenwich, CT
This modern art deco inspired sofa was hand built at out studio in Norwalk, Connecticut. The sofa features a dark walnut trim with loose back an...
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2010s American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Art Deco seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Jindrich Halabala, R & Y Augousti, Casa Botelho, and UP Závody. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $129 and tops out at $165,000 while the average work can sell for $4,595.

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