Art Deco Furniture
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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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Art Deco
1924 René Lalique - Bowl Lys Lily Opalescent Glass With Blue Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Bowl "Lys" Lily made in opalescent glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1926.
Molded signature and engraved signature.
Perfect condition. Very light scratches.
height: 12 cm
...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
A R.Lalique Biches Art Déco Glass Vase
By René Lalique
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The Biches vase was created in 1932 by R.Lalique in white glass.
This example is in white glass with a strong green patina .
The vase is decorated with leaves and deers refering to...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Glass
LARGE 188CM WIDE VINTAGE CHROMED REGENCY GREEN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD CLUB FENDER
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this fully restored large very important looking Art Deco chrome club fender with hand dyed Regency Green le...
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1920s European Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Metal
Large Wrought-Iron Art Deco Console, attributed to Raymond Subes, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large Wrought-Iron Art Deco Console, attributed to R.Subes, circa 1930
Impressive and elegant French Mid-Century 1930 modernist / late Art Deco wrought-iron console
Attributed to R...
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1880s French Antique Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Griotte Marble
Exquisite Art Deco bar cabinet made of walnut
Located in Greven, DE
Discover the timeless elegance of Art Deco with our exquisite round bar cabinet! Handcrafted from fine walnut veneer and finished with shiny brass fittings, this bar cabinet is not o...
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2010s German Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Lacquer, Walnut
French Art Deco Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
The thickness of the alabaster is about 1 cm (0.25in). The lamp gives a warm, ambient light and unusual effects, made in France in the 1920s.
Shade is still in good condition.
Mino...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of H269 Lounge Chairs by Jindřich Halabala for Up Závody Brno, 1930s
Located in Lucenec, SK
Pair of iconic H-269 lounge chairs by Jindrich Halabala for Up Závody Brno Czechoslovakia, 1930s. The armchairs have been reupholstered in the past (due to the condition of the uphol...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Bentwood, Fabric, Upholstery
René Lalique Art Deco Wall Lamp Fougère Model
By René Lalique
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco wall lamp by René Lalique, fougère model, created on January 9, 1924.
Published from 1924 to 1936.
In pressed molded white glass with a brown patina.
The wall lamp has a cr...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco console table in oak wood, France ca. 1930
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1930 / console table / oak / Art Deco / Mid-century / Vintage
Very elegant French Art Deco wooden plant stand or console table with carved decorations. Crafted from full oa...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Oak
Süe & Mare rosewood and amboyna burl desk 1921
By Sue et Mare
Located in Paris, IDF
This walnut, rosewood, and amboyna burl veneer desk dates from the early 1920s and was created by Louis Süe and André Mare. It takes us straight to the height of the Art Deco period....
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Amboyna
Lifesize Plaster Sculpture Representing Jeanne d'Arc
By Andre Besqueut
Located in Antwerp, BE
A life size plaster sculpture representing Jeanne of d'Arc as an androgynous girl dressed as a knight and wearing a fleur-de-lys covered cl...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Large Danish Silverplate Bowl by Carl M. Cohr, ATLA, Art Deco Design
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant silver-plated bowl, crafted by Carl M. Cohr & Co. of Denmark, showcases a timeless Art Deco-inspired design. Featuring a scalloped, fluted body with crisp, clean lines, ...
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1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Fully functional
- Original condition
- Fully functional.
Category
1930s Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Brass
Console Table '2 drawers' in Black Shagreen by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
The console table is made of shagreen.
It has two thin drawers and the metal legs have an aged brass patina.
This piece will settle very well in your entrance or your living room.
Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Metal
Charles dudouyt sideboard in art deco oak from the 1930s French
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large 1930s art deco sideboard / enfilade by French designer Charles Dudouyt. This sideboard is part of the superb set of bar, desk and armchair presented on our site. Structure in s...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Oak
German Art Deco Wooden and Frosted Glass Table Lamp with a Woodpecker
Located in Barntrup, DE
German Art Deco wooden and frosted glass table lamp with a Woodpecker from the 1930s.
This large and beautiful Art Deco period table lamp features an ornate white frosted glass lamps...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Metal
1921 René Lalique - Ceiling Fixture Light Chandelier Coquilles Glass
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Ceiling fixture light chandelier "Coquilles" made in clear and frosted glass created by René Lalique in 1921.
Molded signature.
New ropes. Wiring just remade.
Original ceiling cap....
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Set of Two Night Stands by Jindřich Halabala for UP Zavody, 1938s
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned , polished .
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Art Deco High End Blonde Figured Walnut Tallboy, English, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this English Art Deco blonde walnut two-door, two drawer single-piece tallboy, circa 1930, boasting stunning mirror matched veneers and in excellent origina...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Brass
Armchairs, André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Allerum, SE
Pair of armchairs by André Arbus (1903-1969) in elm burr veneer. Ca 1930s France.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Elm
Pair of French Art Deco nightstand with stunning marble tops, 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1920 / Pair of nightstands / wood and black marble / Art Deco
Beautiful set of French nightstands crafted in the 1920s. These nightstands feature a stunning geometric desig...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
Giovanni Ronzan an Art Deco Porcelain Nude, circa 1935
Located in Firenze, IT
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Depicting a beautiful female in pa...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Art Deco Chair, England, 1930s
Located in LEWES, GB
A wonderful sculptural Art Deco English chair from the 1930s. Sold for customer to reupholster in their own choice of fabric. We offer reupholstery in COM for an additional charg...
Category
1930s English Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage yelllow murano sphere ball pendant lamp Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage yellow murano ball pendant lamp made in Italy in the 1970s.
The lamp consists of an amber ball with a white corrugated glass bulb inside.
Good vintage condition. There is a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
English Art Déco Wine Bottle Coat in Pure Silver England 1920s, Stamped
Located in Salzburg, AT
Rare wine bottle coat in silver from the Art Déco period, England 1920s.
Extremely dekroatives table decoration object.
The mantle can be opened and ...
Category
1920s British Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Tapisserie
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique Art Deco velvet fabric. Persian style woven motif. Warm red, orange and black velvety surface. Dimensions: 257W x 135H cm.
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Velvet
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 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Purple satin color upholstered chaise lounge sofa from 1930s
Located in London, GB
An elegant 1930s Purple satin upholstery Chaise de lounge sofa, black ebony wooden feet. Italian design
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Satin, Wood
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...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
1940s Art Deco Hand-Painted Porcelain Czech Vase
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a vibrant 1940s Art Deco hand-painted porcelain vase from the Czech Republic. Its design epitomizes the bold and colorful aesthetic of the Art Deco period, featuring angular,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
1930s Art Deco Cabinet Dresser in Burl Walnut by Crafts Cantu
By Cantu
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Exquisite refined Art Deco cabinet dresser by Crafts Cantu in walnut and burl walnut applied in excellent condition all original components, polished with...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
French Art Deco Unique Mother & Child Sculpture, 1930s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Unique Hand-made. French Art Deco Mother & Child Statue by René Mercier, France, 1930s. This exceptional Art Deco piece, crafted by the talented French sculptor René Mercier in the 1...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Tea Set 3 Part English Silver, Serving Tray, Home Decorative Objects
Located in Wembley, GB
An antique afternoon tea set. An English Sheffield, silver 3-pieces set with a serving tray, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Attractive ...
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1830s English Antique Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver
Art Deco Walnut Side Table or Coffee Table by Josef Frank for Thonet, circa 1925
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Walnut Side Table or Coffee Table by Josef Frank for Thonet, circa 1925
A charming Art Deco side table by Josef Frank for Thonet Vienna from walnut in amazing shape.
The cof...
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Rare Art Deco shaving cabinet in wood with side mirrors, France 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1920 / shaving cabinet / wood, mirror / art deco / mid-century / vintage
Beautiful Art Deco wooden shaving cabinet with mirror and side mirrors, made in the 1920s in France...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Art Deco Flush mount with glass sticks and 4 glass prism vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Flush mount with glass sticks and 4 glass prism vienna around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled
4 old glass prism
the glass sticks are replaced ( new )
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Brass
1950s Italian Chest of Drawers in Dark Red Stained Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chest of drawers, red stained wood, Italy, 1950s
This Italian cabinet from the 1950s presents an unusually architectural interpretation of domestic storage furniture. Its form is de...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Beech
A Pair of Norwegian Art Deco Club Chairs, Norway 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This elegant pair of club chairs is an interesting bridge between the 20th century’s earlier artistic movements, like Art Deco, and the modernist movement that was about to shape muc...
Category
1930s Norwegian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Glamour Art Déco Bar Cart Chrome & Smoked Glass from IKEA, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This two-level, round bar table was made by the Swedish company IKEA during the 1970s. Its form refers to the designs of the Bauhaus school and the pre-war Art dèco style. The geomet...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Pastorals Murano Glass Chandelier in Warm Amber Tones and Subtle Blue Accent
Located in Villaverla, IT
Elegant Pastorals Murano Glass Chandelier in Warm Amber Tones and Subtle Blue Accent 20th mid.
Presenting a refined and captivating antique Murano glass chandelier, a testament to t...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Art Deco Wall Mirror in Green and Brass "Supreme"
By JPC Mirrors
Located in Lowestoft, GB
The Supreme in Green is the ultimate addition to any contemporary abode; boasting a gloss finish overlay section and art deco-inspired design, this stylish mirror will create an exqu...
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2010s British Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Mirror
LIMOUSIN French Art Deco Mantel Clock Set, 1918-1920
By Limousin
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco mantel clock set in the Süe & Mare style by Limousin, France, 1918-1920. Spelter, marble, bronze and brass. Clockmaker: E.Brondeau (Limoges). Sculptor: G.Limousin. "E...
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1910s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze, Spelter
SiGNED VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY ARCHITECTURAL PERSPECTIVE KEY SAFE WALL CABINET
By David Linley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable Viscount David Linley Architectural Perspective signed and stamped key...
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20th Century English Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Ashtray Stand, chrome and Bakelite by Demeyere, Belgium, 1930s
By Demeyere
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco ashtray stand
This beautiful and rare Art Deco Ashtray Stand from the 30s/40s is in the streamline modern art deco style. The designer of this extraordinary object has succ...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Iron
Ruby Wedgwood Ordinary Lustre, Butterfly York Cup by Daisy Makeig-Jones, c1925
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Exquisite ruby Ordinary lustre york cup by Daisy Makeig Jones for Wedgwood, England.
The interior of this delightful piece has a vibrantly coloured butterfly on a pale green mother of pearl background, with gilded interior patterning.
Rich ruby red lustre mottled glaze, animated gilded butterflies...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
1940s French Art Deco Extendable Oak Table
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing a remarkable French Art Deco dining table designed by the renowned Charles Dudouyt, a celebrated furniture designer known for his exceptional craftsmanship, innovative de...
Category
1940s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Oak
French Art Deco Chromed Brass and Frosted Glass Pendant Light by Noverdy, 1930s
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Art Deco pendant light with frosted white glass lamp shade/bowl by Jean Noverdy, circa the 1930s.
This beautifully shaped white frosted glass bowl features stylized flower and leaf decoration, marked on the edge ”Noverdy France Depose...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Brass
Rene Lalique Opalescent Art Deco Formose Vase
By René Lalique
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The Formose vase is one of the vases lalique created in many colors.
The vase was a big success as the study of the fishes swimming all around the vase's body are a real study of th...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Young Girl & Dog Sculpture by P.Sega, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco sculpture by P.Sega, France, 1920s. Young girl playing with a dog. Cold painted spelter and marble. Measures: Width : 13.1"(33.2cm), Height : 10.2"(26cm), Depth : 3.9...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Two Art Deco Modernist Oak Lounge Chairs in Bouclé by Anton Lucas Leiden, 1920s
By Anton Lucas
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare pair of Art Deco Modernist lounge chairs.
Design by Anton Lucas for N.V. Meubelkunst Leiden.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak frames with or...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Macassar, Oak
84-Piece Set Silver-plated Tableware - Christofle - Art Deco
By Christofle
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful set of silver plated tableware, complete for 12 persons, made by the French brand Christofle. The set dates from circa 1930 and is nicely designed in Art Deco style.
The...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Italian Art Deco wooden dresser two drawers with glass transparent handles 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco wooden dresser two drawers with glass transparent handles 1940s
Wooden sideboard or cupboard. The top of the cabinet is rectangular and has shaped profiles painted i...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Spider Table H-259, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A Popular square coffee table in the shape of spider designed by Jindrich Halabala circa 1930s, with distinctive curved legs, rounded corners. Stained oak. In good original vintage c...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Oak
WMF Art Deco Jewelry Box, Vienna, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
WMF Art Deco jewelry box Vienna around 1920s.
Polished and stove enameled.
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Brass
Grand Art Deco Sideboard in Rosewood Veneer with Brass Details, France, 1930s
Located in Hellouw, NL
This is a large French sideboard completely in Art Deco style with a very luxurious look from the 1930s. Let's start with the wide foot. This is...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Brass
SCOLISSE Art Deco Young Girl & Antelope Sculpture, 1920
By Scolisse
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco sculpture by Scolisse, France, ca.1920. Young Girl & Antelope. Spelter, bakelite and marble. Width : 25.6"(65cm), Height : 16.9"(43cm), Depth : 6.8"(17.2cm). Weight :...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Good Size Flush Mount / Pendant with Stunning White Alabaster Moon-Like Shade
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and pure white alabaster pendant light.
This rare and good size alabaster light fixture also is of a beautiful design. The clean and perfectly polished surface of this alaba...
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1970s European Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Iron
Rare Osvaldo Borsani Vanity Table in Maple with Mirrors and Built-in Lights
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo, dressing table, model '6142', maple, brass, mirrored glass, lacquered wood, Italy, 1943
An exquisite and truly exceptional vanity table designed by the Italian Osvaldo Borsani, dating back to around 1943. This rare gem encapsulates the quintessence of Borsani's design ethos: elegant and graceful proportions, fine materials, and unique constellations. Crafted from warm-toned maple, every detail speaks of refinement, from the intricately carved legs adorned with graphic white lines to the kidney-shaped top embellished with a mirrored surface, reflecting one's cherished objects with finesse. An outstanding element is the trio of individual rectangular mirrors with softly rounded contours, equipped with built-in lamps executed within a brass framework, their crown sockets gracefully encircling the lightbulbs. These mirrors are affixed to a maple panel punctuated by three characteristic holes, a signature touch of Borsani. A discreet drawer offers practical storage while maintaining the table's sleek aesthetic. In every aspect, this table attests to Borsani's masterful ability to strike the perfect balance between the orante elegance of Art Deco and the daring approach towards materiality and streamlined functionality of Modernism.
Osvaldo Borsani (1911-1985) was an Italian designer and architect, raised by a family of fine furniture makers in Varedo. At the age of 16, he joined his father’s furniture shop, the Atelier di Varedo, which was fully engaged in designing and furnishing homes inspired by the Italian Art Deco movement. The designer of the atelier was the Italian architect Gino Maggioni (1898-1955) who was known for his Viennese Jugendstil orientation of the early 20th century. In the 1930s, he graduated from the Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera and Politecnico di Milano, where he studied Fine Arts and Architecture respectively. In 1932, the family company was renamed ‘Arredamenti Borsani’ and opened its first studio in Milan. During this period, he encountered Avant-Garde artists of various artistic disciplines like Lucio Fontana (1899-1968), Agenore Fabbri (1911-1998), Aligi Sassu (1912-2000), Roberto Crippa (1921-1972), Fausto Melotti (1901-1986), Arnaldo Pomodoro (1926-) and Giò Pomodoro (1930-2002). These collaborations resulted in the creation of furniture and interior design projects with a high-level of craftsmanship and artistry. In 1953, Borsani founded together with his twin brother Fulgenzio Borsani ‘Tecno’, a design and manufacturing company that produced items based on mechanical innovations and refined technicality. The ‘P40’ adjustable lounge chair (1953) has become the ideological manifesto of Borsani's Tecno program, and still remains the best known, exemplary piece in the Tecno catalogue. Other iconic works that were produced by Tecno were created by Gio Ponti (1891-1979), Vico cham...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Furniture
Materials
Brass
Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include R & Y Augousti, René Lalique, Art Hide, and Kifu Augousti. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $6 and tops out at $700,000 while the average work can sell for $2,798.
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