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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
Selene Armchair by G. Ventura
Located in Milan, IT
This armchair designed by G. Ventura boasts Art Deco-style reinterpreted with modern graphic details that highlight its timeless elegance. The sculptural silhouette features a unique construction with a generous seat, round open back...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Textile, Wood

French Art Deco Slipper Chair in Floral Pastel Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, beech, fabric, France, 1940s This charming slipper chair, crafted in France during the 1940s, is a beautiful example of Art Deco elegance and craftsmanship. Upholstere...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Jay Spectre "Eclipse" Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic design by Jay Spectre (American 1929-1992). The curved bench is well proportioned and beautifully built with lobed buff cushion on lacquered wood frame.
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1980s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of 1940's Ebonised Lounge Chairs by Maison Jansen
Located in CA, CA
A pair of 1940's Maison Jansen lounge chairs Finished in ebonised black with beautiful curved arms and back, resting on typically Jansen neoclassical legs with a circular brass disc...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Lovely Stool in Solid Oak, Straw and Brass 1920s
Located in Meer, VAN
Lovely Stool in Solid Oak, Straw and Brass, Europe, 1920s. This is a wonderful and unusual stool in solid oak, brass and straw. A basic design with wonderful proportions, but very r...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Black Lacquered and Black Upholstered Sleigh Recamier
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco-style black lacquered sleigh back recamier with black upholstery and a round bolster cushion.(modern-made to order)
Category

20th Century Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Smeraldo Italian Three-Seat Sofa with Carved Feet in Velvet & Satin by Zanaboni
Located in MEDA, IT
The Smeraldo sofa is a seat of modern classicism, designed to live comfortly and elegantly the living room space. Stately model characterized by the harmonious design of the back, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery

1920s Art Deco Side Chairs in Walnut, Original Sitting with Abstract Upholstery
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-20th century Art Deco side chairs in walnut, with original sitting and futurism abstract upholstery. Very special and aesthetic effect. Excellent conditions, restored and wax-po...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Dandy Stool in Cream Shagreen 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. The dandy stool...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Stool Boucle by Josef Frank with Paper Label Thonet, 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Designed by Josef Frank for Thonet in the 1920s, with paper label. The upholstery consists of a coconut fiber core, covered with a wonderfully soft English boucle cover made of wool....
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wool, Bentwood, Coconut

Antique Art Deco Original Rusnak Brothers Chairs in Velvet with Wood - A Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Architecturally stunning chairs. Completely refinished and reupholstered in a tone on tone black velvet. 70 years later, these chairs are still relevant and gorgeous. Solid wood and ...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet

U-Shaped Black and White Art Deco Style Club Chair with Black Piano Lacquer
Located in Ulm, DE
Beige Leather on Black Lacquered Wood. Typical French Art Deco Shape. Elegant and timeless design. High Quality! Handmade in Germany. Different upholstery, leather colors, ...
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2010s German Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Leather, Wood

Ernesto La Padula Pair of Italian Art Deco Side Chairs, Italy, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of side /slipper chairs designed by Ernesto La Padula from the Italian Art Deco period, circa 1930. The design can also be described as ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Set of Two Swedish Monk Chair 1930s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Oak Swedish Monk Chairs 1930s
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Oak

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 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

Revolving White Art Deco Style Tulip Shaped Club Chair with Macassar Panels
Located in Ulm, DE
Typical tulip shaped Art Deco style club chair on a round, revolving base. Excellent seating comfort with high quality upholstery. Handmade in Germany. Lacquered wood. Black...
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2010s German Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Macassar

Stool Art Deco in Walnut by Gino Maggioni for Attelier Borsani Varedo Upholtered
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italy antique stool Art Deco in walnut by Gino Maggioni for Attelier Borsani Varedo new Upholtered, wax polished Measures cm: H 45, W 50, D 34.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut

Sleek and Sinuous Dark Maple and Woven Raffia Art Deco Arm Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of sleek and sinuous Art Deco revival dark stained maple arm chairs. Covered in woven raffia upholstery and with incredible carved maple arms reminiscent of Halabala.
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1990s American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Raffia, Wood, Maple

Pair of Fine French Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of fine French 1930s solid oak armchairs.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Art Deco Armchairs , Poland, 1930s, Set of 2
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
A pair of Art Deco armchairs manufactured in Poland in the 1930s. The armchairs have undergone a comprehensive renovation. The beech wood elements have been cleaned of the old surfac...
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1930s Polish Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Small Infant Liberty's London Omersa Brown Leather Hippopotamus Footstool
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime very rare and original 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa brown leather land dyed infant Hippo stool or footstool with original glass eyes. These come in varying sizes, this is the small sized infant, I have the matching medium sized male and female listed under my other items, I also have the extra large bench...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather

Purple Velvet and Wooden Art Deco Lounge Chair, France 1930's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Purple Velvet and Wooden Art Deco Lounge Chair, France 1930's Beautiful Wooden armrests that extend into the back.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Lounge Chairs by Kovona Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This rare pair of lounge chairs from the renowned Czechoslovak manufacturer Kovona, dating back to the 1970s, is a true icon of the era’s design. The chairs feature a sturdy yet eleg...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

Materials

Chrome

Art Decor Inspired Cupid Sofa in Black American Walnut and Luxe Bronze Velvet
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

American Art Deco Natural Wicker Recamier
Located in Queens, NY
American Art Deco natural wicker backless recamier with red and green painted trim Damage and loss to wicker trim
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20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wicker

Swedish Art Moderne Settee Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautifully stylized Art Moderne Settee Sofa Loveseat from 1940's Sweden. Upholstered in original cherry red velvet. Price includes reupholstery in COM fa...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet

French Art Deco Lounge Chair in Mahogany and Golden Beige Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, mahogany, velvet, France 1940s This beautiful French Art Deco lounge chair from the 1940s exudes character and elegance. The refined lines of the armrests, combined wi...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Art Deco French Stools
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of stools from Art Deco period France. Each stool has a cylindrical seat upholstered in the original black and gold leopard print upholstery. The stools each have four ebonized ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Swedish Light Wood Art Deco Stools, 1920s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of Art Deco stools from Sweden in light oakwood from circa 1920-1930. This vintage footrests are decorated with gold painted carved corners. T...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Oak

1930 Pair of Armchairs Off-White Leather and Rosewood
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Charming small pair of 1930 armchairs completely restored re upholstered and covered with off white leather.
Category

1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set of French Art Deco Style Dinning Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
Set of six upholstered high-back chairs from the late 20th century in the style of Art Deco. They will bring a wonderful touch of originality to any home, room, or dining space.
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Set of  French Art Deco Style Dinning Chairs
Set of  French Art Deco Style Dinning Chairs
$1,908 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Art Deco Bauhaus Era Vintage Three Chromed Metal Stools, 1930s, Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Bauhaus era vintage three chromed steel stools, which were designed and made 1930s, Germany. The vintage stools were made of curved chromed tube steel and moulded ash veneer...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Steel

1940s Armchairs Attributed to Jacques Quinet
Located in CA, CA
Dating from the 1940s a pair of armchairs attributed to Jacques Quinet. Fully upholstered with sumptuous curved arms and sabre back legs.
Category

1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of chrome, fabric - good, original condition.
Category

1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Hollywood Regency Channel Back Banana Style Loveseat
Located in Southampton, NJ
1940's Art Deco Hollywood Regency Channel back petit loveseat in exquisite vintage condition and exceptionally well maintained brocade flora...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brocade, Wood

Architect Oskar Strnad 1879-1935 Pine & Cane Arm Chair 1920's Art Deco
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Oskar Strnad (1879-1935) Vienna, Austria architect, designed yellow Pine & cane arm chair. Circa 1920's. Exceptionally rare, museum piece. Provenance, purchased from the Strnad fami...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Seating

Materials

Cane, Pine

Wicker Chaise Longue/Daybed, c. 1925 - 1935
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a now hard-to-find Deco Era Wicker Chaise Longue. The chaise is in original condition without restorations (but has had its white paint refreshed several times). The chaise i...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wicker

Pair of Fine French Art Deco Armchairs by Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of fine French Art Deco stained beech "bridge" armchairs by Jules Leleu.
Category

1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

French Art Deco Living Room Set in Beige Velvet & Rosewood Armrests, 3 Pieces
Located in Plainview, NY
A remarkable living room set comprising French Art Deco lounge or club chairs, accompanied by a Sofa or Settee. These pieces of furniture effortlessly encapsulate the essence of the ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Rosewood, Velvet

1930’s Art Deco 3-Piece Salon Set
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Lovely French Art Deco salon set from Paris. The frames are constructed in walnut with carved fluted details, with original fabric. Dimensions: Chairs: W: 28″ H: 25″ Seat height: 13″...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Chair by Maurice Dufrene, 1925
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Art Deco chair designed by the French designer Maurice Dufrene for the 1925 Paris Exposition International of Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes. Made of oak and leather. D...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Restored Art Deco Six-Strand Stacked Rattan Sofa and Lounge ChairLiving Room set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Art Deco Rattan living room set includes a matching sectional sofa and two lounge chairs. A three features the famous six-strand square pretzel side arms an...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Rattan

Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French 1930s beech bridge / office chairs.
Category

1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Beech

Green Velvet 6 Sculptural Dining Chairs, circa 1920s- sold as a set of 6
Located in New York, NY
Thanksgiving Weekend Sale only. Gorgeous set of six (6) dining chairs, origin is Austrian, 1920s. Although not mid century period, the lines of these art deco era chairs work in mi...
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1940s French Art Deco lounge or club chairs. The chairs have an Amboyna wood frame and are nicely upholstered.   
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Amboyna, Upholstery

Madras Armchair in Moss Green by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
The Madras armchair is made with a hand-carved wooden base and hand-painted in a high-gloss moss green lacquer. This flagship armchair from our collect...
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2010s French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Set of 4 1950s French Jacques Adnet Iron Frame With Stitched Leather Armchairs
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
Please note that the description here is based on our own extensive online research and other similar items sold on other specialist marketplaces.  We do not have 100% authenticated ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Iron

Art Deco lounge chairs in patinated beechwood and multicolor fabric, CZ 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
Art Deco lounge chairs in patinated beechwood and multicolor fabric, Czech Republic, 1940s This gorgeous set of two Art Deco lounge chairs, crafted from patinated beech wood and re-...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Art Deco Styled Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of wide lounge chairs with dramatic wood arms. Art Deco style frame and soft cushioned seat and back. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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20th Century Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Styled Armchairs
Art Deco Styled Armchairs
$2,250 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Giorgio Italian Art Deco Style Arm Chair Curly Sycamore High Gloss Finish
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Italian Art Deco style occasional arm chair Chair in curly sycamore veneer in high gloss polyester, finish in dark moka tone with polished chrome base, with seats...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Suede, Polyester, Sycamore

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina 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 Seating

Materials

Brass

Rue Side Chair by DeMuro Das with Channel Back and Brass Finish Caps
Located in New York, NY
The Rue Side or Slipper Chair by DeMuro Das has an upholstered tight seat and curved channel back. The elliptical shape and generous proportions make this piece both substantial and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

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

Art Deco Style Small Sofa
Located in Red Lion, PA
Art Deco Style two seat sofa with hand carved wood frame Beautiful classic details Pair of matching sofa available Sold separately
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mohair Lounge Chairs In the style of Maison Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Art Deco lounge chairs in the style of Maison Leleu. The chairs have birch frames, padded arms, and bronze sabots. Upholstered in mohair fab...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Armchair from 1930
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1930 Czech Republic. Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so as to restore its...
Category

1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 French Art Deco Dining Chairs Jules Leleu Style
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 6 French Art Deco Dining Chairs Jules Leleu Style, Dining Chairs with Beige Upholstered Seats Channel the timeless elegance of French Art Deco with this captivating set of s...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

'Haagse School' Side Chair by Pander 1930s
By H. Pander
Located in Tilburg, NL
'Haagse School' Side Chair by Pander, The Netherlands, 1930s. Beautiful side chair in oak and velvet manufactured by H. Pander in a distinct 'Haagse School' or 'Hague School' style....
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet, Oak

21st Century European Set of Four Nice Arm Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A set of four classic 1930s European bistro chairs reedition, crafted of lightweight rattan and Artfibre. The woven design has white and taupe colored wide stripes. Following a time-...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Seating

Materials

Rattan, Polystyrene

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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

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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