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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
Pierre Chareau '1883-1950', Two Armchairs, Early 1920s
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely rare and beautiful paire de fauteuils, modèle 'MF 208/217' by Pierre Chareau. He is often cited as one of France’s first truly modern architects. Featuring minimalist conto...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Mahogany

Chair Thonet Nr. 511, Since 1904, Gustav Klimt
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Solid and compact. Cleaned and gentle re-polished with shellack finish. New upholstery. Pattern of fabric inspired by the work...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Seating

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Bentwood

French René Gabriel Style Wrought Iron Accent Chair in Burnt Orange Velvet
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1930s French Art Deco accent chair, reflecting the honest designs of René Gabriel. Constructed from hand-forged wrought iron, the chair features an intricate backrest with flowing ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Iron

Art Deco side chair in beech wood, France 1940s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1940 / side chair / beech wood, fabric / Art Deco / Mid-century French Mid-century side chair or armchair in beech wood with a gold and cream upholstery. The chair has slee...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Art Deco Dining Side Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Combining timeless elegance with meticulous craftsmanship, this chair is a perfect addition to any sophisticated dining space. Made from premium beech wood, showcasing gentle curves...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Ash Wood Stool or Ottoman
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined French Art Deco Stool or Ottoman, in the manner of Jean Michel Frank, unsigned, France, circa 1940s. It has been refinished and reupholstered at some point and is ready t...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Ash

An Elegant Pair of French Art Deco Beechwood Arm Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
each of graceful art deco design with gently incurved upholstered back flanked by padded arms joining conical terminals; all above a tight seat raised on tuned supports
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Beech

Utrecht Lounge Chair by Gerrit Rietveld Limited Edition Boxblocks Cassina
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Utrecht lounge chair. Design by Gerrit Rietveld for Metz & Co.,1935 This is a Cassina Limited Edition (no. 66 / 90) from 2016 called Boxblocks with fabric of the...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric

Set of Six Oak and Wicker Dining Chairs by Victor Courtray
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Set of six dining chairs by the french designer Victor Courtray made in the 1940's. Made of solid stained oak and a woven seat. Has some great geometrical details in the backrest and...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wicker, Oak

1930s Rustic Pine Saddle Leather Sling Living Room Suite, Set of 8
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, living room suite you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement piece whic...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Wood

20th Century Art Deco Black Iron Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a beautiful set of vintage dining chairs, circa the 1900s. This stunning set has a wonderful sculptural iron frame and showcases seven staggered spires a...
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Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Seating

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Iron

Art Deco Patinated Leather Lounge Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Almelo, NL
Art Deco Patinated Leather Lounge Chairs, France, 1940 A beautifully preserved example of French Art Deco design, this pair of patinated leather lounge chairs from the 1940s capture...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather

Functionalist Upholstered Armchair by Mücke-Melder 1930s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This functionalist armchair was produced by Mücke-Melder, Fryštát, under the catalog type Fn24. It was later manufactured under license by Thonet-Mundus and subsequently by Kovona n....
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Spectacular Pair of Espresso and Caramel Art Deco Rattan Loungers, circa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Pair of Italian Ebonized Open Armchairs, circa 1940
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Pair of Italian ebonized open armchairs with open armrests, circa 1940.
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of Art Deco armchairs – France 1930
Located in Girona, Girona
Spectacular pair of Art Deco armchairs with wooden frame, stained and french polished “sledge” base extending over the front, fillings and upholstery redone in pearl grey velvet. Fr...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Colosseo Armchair in Pop Red by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
The Colosseo is an enveloping, pivoting armchair made with an oak structure, high-density foam for resiliency and feather topper for optimal comfort. Upholstered in 100% red cotton P...
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2010s French Art Deco Seating

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Oak, Cotton, Foam, Feathers

French Art Deco Side Chair Manner of Émile-Jaques Ruhlmann
Located in Sharon, CT
Extraordinary deco side chair with a high finish dark lacquer, appropriately upholstered in a striking yellow and black fabric.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of Frank Lloyd Wright Style Studio Craft Mid Century Tripod Accent Chairs
Located in Madison, WI
Stunning Triangle chairs, extremely unique, handmade Studio Craft chairs. These chairs are incredible from all angles. Sold as a pair here. Condition: Good vintage condition throug...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Art Deco High Back French Leather Club Chair
Located in Fort Collins, CO
This is a classic mustache-style leather club chair from the first half of the 20th century. Likely created in the 1940s-1950s, this piece is an excellent, and somewhat unconventiona...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Art Deco Seating

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Leather

1940s Art Deco Tabouret, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use  
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Oversized Armchairs by Hendrix-Allardyce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of armchairs custom designed and built for a private client in Los Angeles. The chairs are beautifully crafted and well designed, beautiful comination of colors hav...
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Early 2000s North American Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Wood

2x Armchairs Thonet Nr.562 by Gustav Siegel, table Thonet Nr.178
Located in Praha, CZ
Wery good original condition with a pleasant patine of age. Museum-quality condition! Solid, can be used normally. The seating was designed by Arch. Gustav Siegel between 1926 and 19...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Seating

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Bentwood

Jacques Adnet Leather and Oak Bench / Storage Chest, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning and rare Jacques Adnet storage bench in green leather and solid oak. Heavy and well built, strong enough to hold multiple people sitting on it and very roomy inside to place...
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

MCM Lounge Chair Enrique Garcel Jaime Perszek
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Lounge Chair in the sty...
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1980s Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Art Deco Windsor Single Seat Sofa in the Style of 1930's, Handmade 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Jacquard, Velvet, Wood, Fabric, Oak, Walnut, Lacquer

Art Deco Sage Green Leather Canapé Sofa, 1940
Located in Lisbon, PT
An Art Deco canapé sofa furniture with sage green leather from the 1940s. Crafted in wood with refined spindle details on the back and arms, it features upholstery secured with anti...
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20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Walnut

Bespoke Art Deco Oak & Lucite Open Frame Upholstered Armchair With Provenance
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Bespoke Art Deco Open Frame Oak Adjustable Armchair From The Designers Guild London With Lucite Corner Idents, Upholstered In A Cut Moquette 1920s Provenance: Chair was purchased from the Amanda Eliasch (photographer) contemporary art & modern design & fashion sale...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

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Lucite, Oak

French René Gabriel Style Wrought Iron Accent Chair in Rust Velvet, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
Sold and priced individually. A 1940s French Art Deco accent chair, reflecting the honest designs of René Gabriel. Constructed from hand-forged wrought iron, the chair features an i...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Iron

Maxime Old Attributed Art Deco Beech and Leather Armchair, circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maxime Old attributed Art Deco beech and leather armchair, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Beech

Art Deco Style Extra Large Bacco Deconstructed Armchair Upholstered
Located in London, GB
The Bacco armchair design is a magnificent fusion of Art Deco inspiration and contemporary style, offering a daring and refined interpretation of the classic boxy chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Seating

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Linen, Velvet, Beech, Oak, Walnut

JIndrich Halabala re-upholstered patinated bentwood lounge chairs from the 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
JIndrich Halabala re-upholstered patinated bentwood lounge chairs from the 1930s, Czech Republic. These iconic lounge chairs originate from Czechia and date back to around 1930. The...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Maurice Dufrene Single Club/Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco swooping round-backed club/arm/relaxing chair by Maurice Dufrene, circa 1925. 25” wide x 29” deep x 32” high. MAURICE DUFRENE (1876 - 1955) One of the ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood

1930s Vintage Art Deco Iron Bench Dogs in Brass Color
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Art Deco Iron Bench Dogs in Brass Color. Elevate your interior with these stunning Vintage Art Deco Iron Bench Dogs. This pair of iconic p...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass, Iron

Charles Dudouyt, two Armchairs in Solid Oak and Wicker circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charles Dudouyt, two armchairs in solid oak and wicker. circa 1940 cane damaged. Possibility to redo the caning if necessary.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Restored 6-Stand Square Pretzel Rattan Chaise Lounge w/ Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-Century Paul Frankl style six-strand square pretzel rattan chaise lounge featuring a large lounge chair with matching ottoman that perfectly fits the base of the lounge ...
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1950s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wicker, Rattan

French Art Deco Maple Recamier
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco maple recamier with fluted silver gilt trim and beige circle upholstery
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Vermeil, Silver

Unusual Pair of French Art Deco Ebonised Armchairs in a Crushed Velvet
Located in Benington, Herts
A very comfortable pair of Art Deco 20th century ebonised armchairs upholstered in an off white crushed velvet. French Circa 1930-40. The ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Léon Jallot, Early Art Deco Side chair, France, c. 1922
Located in New York, NY
Carved fruitwood Art Deco side chair by Léon Jallot. Provenance: This set of furniture, comprised of a pair of armchairs, a pair of side chairs,...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fruitwood

English Art Deco Armchair C.1930
Located in London, GB
English Art Deco Armchair C.1930 Of neat proportions, having been recently upholstered in a duck egg blue cotton velvet. England, C.1930. D67cm H89cm W70cm
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Seating

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Velvet

Ernesto Valabrega Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, pair of armchairs, mahogany, cherry, leather, Turin, Italy, 1930s These chairs, designed by Ernesto Valabrega in the thirties, depart from ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Cherry, Mahogany

Art Deco / Moderne Bench/ Footstool, Donald Deskey for Valentine- Seaver 1930s
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Art Moderne / American Art Deco Bench/ stool/ ottoman designed by Donald Deskey for Valentine-Seaver c.1930s.. Super stylish. way ahead of its time, Retains original off whit...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Storage Ottoman Cube - Navy Animal Print
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made in the USA, this compact ottoman is thickly padded and tightly upholstered in a striking ombre navy fawn print, offering a chic yet nature-inspired aesthetic. Designed at an ide...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Tabouret by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia. - Made of wood, fabric. - Good condition.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Club Chair in Dark Blue Mohair, Europe 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Art Deco movement - emerging in the 1920s and reaching its peak in the 1930s - celebrated elegance, luxury, and meticulous craftsmanship, while forever leaving its mark on design...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Mohair, Wood

Art Deco Tailored Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
This sofa with squared corners is impeccably tailored. Fully encased in soft brushed neutral linen-look fabric, the back and arms have a vertical stitch detail and a slender blanket ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric

Set of 6 Art Deco Chairs, Black Ash Wood, Leather Upholstery & Bronze Details
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Our barh chair 01 is a classic contemporary design with the finest details. Inspired by the Art Deco movement, the chair looks familiar, making it timeless and fitting for almost eve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Seating

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Metal, Brass, Bronze

French Art Deco Wicker Chaise
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco natural wicker and bentwood adjustable back chaise with separate footrest with light blue trim
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Bentwood, Wicker

Art Deco French Bench in Walnut
Located in Houston, TX
A comfortable and elegant bench made of walnut wood, newly reupholstered with light beige velvety fabric, and elevated by four slim legs. Condition is very good, restored France, c...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

TON Bentwood Armchair in Light Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
TON, armchair, bentwood, fabric, Czech Republic, 1950s. Elegant dining chair made in bentwood. The lines and shapes are dynamic but in a soft sense, the light color of the backrest ...
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Bentwood

Set of 4 Fine 1930s Wooden Back Dining Chairs
By Ateliers Saint Sabin
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of four fine French Art Deco beech and mahogany side chairs with marquetry details and leather re-upholstered seats.  
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Beech, Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Hall Chairs Art Deco, Early 20 Century, England
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb pair of English chairs called "Hall chairs" from the early 20th century circa 1900 Art Deco style These chairs were in the past placed i...
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20th Century English Art Deco Seating

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Oak

Large Baroque Style Armchair, Art Deco Period, circa 1940-1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large Baroque style armchair, Art Deco period, circa 1940-1950.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of French Iron Stools, 1940s
Located in London, GB
Pair of round iron stools in the style of René Drouet and René Prou. The iron base features cabriole legs. The seats have been reupholstered in a deli...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Iron

American Post-War Rattan Side Chair
Located in Queens, NY
American Post-War Design natural rattan woven side chair with tapered designed high back and a black iron frame.  
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20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Dining Room Armchair by Michael Rachlis for Deutsche Werkstätten Heller
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This remarkable Art Deco dining room armchair, designed by Michael Rachlis for Deutsche Werkstätten Hellerau, exemplifies the luxurious and functional design synonymous with the era. Created during Rachlis’s tenure at the renowned German furniture workshop in the late 1920s and early 1930s, this armchair was part of a custom-designed dining room for the prominent Berlin politician Johann Baptist Gradl. The full ensemble, commissioned around 1930, included a retractable dining table...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wool, Cotton, Upholstery, Hardwood, Zebra Wood

French Art Deco Settee Frame
Located in Carmel, CA
Charming French Art Deco period settee frame with original horse hair back construction. The legs and arms have fine contrasting inlay. The arms have a gentle volute cap detail. The ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood

Raphael Chairs by Guillerme and Chambron for Votre Maison, Set of 6
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Solid oak dining chairs by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison model Raphael. Beautifully crafted chairs with curved elements. Come with purple fabric seats. The chairs a...
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1960s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Art Deco Stool in Wood, Country France, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Stools Art Deco. Material: wood You want to live in the golden years, this is the stool that your project needs. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles s...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood

French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Armchair in the Style of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless French Art Deco Armchair / Lounge Chair composed of Macassar Ebony and in the Style of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann. The chair is a prime example of cubism and the ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

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Ebony, Macassar

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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