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
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.
Cosmo Side Table in Cream Shagreen, Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Cosmo side table by Kifu Paris is a whimsical and sculptural piece, inlaid in reversible cream shagreen/ black shagreen, Baguio stone, black pen shell and bronze-patina brass. Th...
Stone, Brass
Modernist Dutch Haagse School side or end table, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
An elegant, modestly sized Dutch modernist table, exemplifying the refined geometry and architectural clarity of early 20th-century Haagse School design. Executed in richly toned mah...
Mahogany
French Art Deco Sycamore End Tables attributed to René Prou circa 1940
By René Prou
Located in CA, CA
French pair of nightstands attributed to René Prou in sycamore with wide curving body and curved legs. The tops are finished with mirrors that are slightly oxidized, giving them a wo...
Sycamore
Pair of Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock Hammered and forged iron Hand Made in France Warm black patina that gives it a timeless aesthetic. Available indi...
Wrought Iron
Shagreen Side Table 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 ...
Brass
"Chital" 2-Top Side Table in Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass 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 ...
Brass
Shagreen Side Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ginko Sde table by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The piece is both sculptural and graphic with its organic shape and floating two top detail. The piece is...
Brass
Shagreen Side Table with Mobile Sculptural Parts and Brass Accents 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 Cosmo Moon side table by Kifu Paris...
Brass
Shagreen Side Table 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 ...
Brass
Shagreen Side Table with Mobile Sculptural Parts and Brass Accents 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 ...
Stone, Brass
Iconic Bedside Table with Beveled Drawers in Cream Shagreen 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 ...
Shagreen Stingray
Shagreen Side Table 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 ...
Brass
Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock Hammered and forged iron Hand Made in France Warm black patina that gives it a timeless aesthetic. Available as pair, pr...
Wrought Iron
Constellation Side Table in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass 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 ...
Brass
Galaxy Side Table Large in Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass 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 galaxy side table...
Brass
Custom High Style Art Deco Style Bookmatched Walnut Nightstands w Brass Sabots
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of High Style Art Deco revival nightstands were custom designed and realized for High Style Deco. Inspired by the best of 1930s ...
Brass
Cosmo Side Table, Blue Shagreen, Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass 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 cosmo side table...
Stone, Brass
TOTEM Side Table in Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass 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 ...
Brass
Cosmo Side Table in Shagreen, Lemurian & Bronze-Patina Brass 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 cosmo side table...
Stone, Quartz, Brass
Italian Black End or Nesting Tables in the Art Deco Bauhaus Style
Located in New York, NY
A set of Italian nesting tables in the Art Deco Bauhaus style, circa late 20th century, Italy. Set can work well as an end table (top table) and 'nesting' table great as side/drinks table, small and easy enough to pull-out /move around. Tables can be used indoors or out. Tables' black metal frames are coated, and tabletops are Italian ceramic tile with a travertine marble look. Both tile tops are marked on underside "Made in Italy"; please see image #20. Very Good condition as shown in images with no chips noted to ceramic tile tops noted. Dimensions: Top table: 16.5" D x 16.88" W x 20.88" H Nesting table: 12.88" D x 12.88" W x 16" H Italian bowls...
Metal
Shagreen Side Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ginko side table by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The piece is both sculptural and graphic with its organic shape and floating two top detail. The piece i...
Brass
Vintage Italian Octagonal Black Tripod Side Table Bobbin Turned Barley Twist Leg
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful antique wooden Italian black painted wood side table or occasional table with octagonal top raised on three beautifully bobbin turned legs. This side table with the rich an...
Wood
Pair Of Italian Art Deco Night Stands Or End Tables with Black Tops
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of antique Italian Art Deco black glass tops night stands, bed side tables or end tables.
Wood
Art Deco Machine Age Chrome Ashtray Table Stand Circa 1930’s
Located in Bernville, PA
Unique chrome and Bakelite Art Deco ashtray stand. Exceptionally cool design with a designated area for cigarettes and a circular swivel ashtray. All original condition. There was a...
Chrome
Shagreen Side Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ginko Sde table by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The piece is both sculptural and graphic with its organic shape and floating two top detail. The piece is...
Brass
Eden St.Tropez iron outdoor side table
Located in Firenze, FI
Elevate your outdoor space with our wrought iron garden table with a glass top. A blend of durability and sophistication, this table adds an elegant touch to your patio or terrace. P...
Iron
Pair of Chic 'Esquisse' Grooved Ivory Travertine Side Tables by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Esquisse' grooved ivory travertine side tables by Design Frères.
Travertine, Steel
'Esquisse' Parchment and Wrought Iron Side Table by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Esquisse' parchment and blackened wrought iron side tables by DESIGN FRÈRES. The smooth, natural cream parchment top is matched with an elegant contrasting blackened wrought iron b...
Wrought Iron
"Chital" 2-Top Side Table in Bronze-Patina Brass 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 ...
Brass
Jansen Travertine & Wrought Iron End Tables, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of elegant brass, wrought iron and travertine end tables.
Travertine, Brass, Wrought Iron
Eden Nice iron outdoor coffee table
Located in Firenze, FI
The coffee table that completes the Eden outdoor lounge, has 4 curved legs that cross in the center in a decorative sphere, all in iron or with a glass shelf, recalls the bucolic atm...
Iron
Jean Michel Frank Design Limed Oak Table Art Deco Style circa 2000s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Limed Oak End Table, after a design by Jean Michel Frank, and probably produced by Mattaliano, American, circa 2000s. This is based on a 1930s Jean Michel Frank design and th...
Oak
$2,720Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stone Bedside Table
Located in Hollywood, FL
A nightstand that is both beautiful and functional! With a roomy shelf for books and “things,” the drawer opens to reveal two sections. One has a sliding tray for a glass of water or a cup of tea...
Limestone
$2,232 / item
French Art Deco Accent Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
The medium brown mahogany finish highlights the wood's grain, creating a piece that resonates with classic sophistication. The antiqued mirrored top and shelf infuse a sense of vint...
Mirror, Wood
Pair of 'Esquisse' Parchment and Wrought Iron Side Tables by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Esquisse' parchment and blackened wrought iron side tables by Design Frères. The smooth, natural cream parchment top is matched the elegant contrasting blackened wrought iro...
Wrought Iron
"Chital" 2-Top Side Table in Onyx, Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass 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 ...
Onyx, Brass
$2,358 / item
French Modern Burl Wood End Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A stunning piece showcasing the timeless beauty of book-matched walnut burl veneer. The square table design is enhanced by a unique rounded radius end in one corner, lending a modern...
Wood
Bronze Occasional Table, C. France, 1940s
Located in Westport, CT
Elegant 1940s French occasional table executed in solid bronze, showcasing a refined Streamline Moderne silhouette. The sculptural tripod base features gracefully arched legs joined ...
Bronze
French Modernist Cerused Side Table
Located in Westport, CT
Lovely Modernist square two-tiered table with strong and simple geometric forms Date: 1940ca Origin: France Dimension: 19 3/4? square, 21 1/2? high.
Oak
$990Sale Price|40% Off
Wolfgang Hoffmann Style Art Deco Chrome Tubular & Lacquer Micarta Side Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco side lamp table inspired by Wolfgang Hoffmann featuring a chromed round metal tubular frame in the "P" shaped legs that meet at the floor with two-tier black Lacquer style l...
Steel, Chrome
Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller Stacking Tables in Burl Acacia
Located in Bernville, PA
Professionally restored Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller stacking tables in Burl Acacia. Rare set of 3 stacking tables from the Paldao Group for Her...
Paldao
Shanghai Art Deco Side Table with Marble Top, c. 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
When the Art Deco movement reached major Chinese cities like Tianjin and Shanghai, the design aesthetic that emerged was the perfect intersection of European modernism and Ming-dynas...
Marble
French Art Deco Period Jules Leleu Manner Burlwood Work Table
By Jules Leleu
Located in Forney, TX
A visually striking Art Deco period inlaid burlwood travailleuse / work table, in the manner of iconic French designer Jules Leleu (Paris, France, 1883-1961) France, circa 1930s, ex...
Brass
Adjustable Art Deco Style Pedestal Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
This versatile French Art Deco style adjustable pedestal table is a true find, blending sophisticated design with remarkable functionality. Crafted from beautiful fruitwood with stri...
Ash
$8,500 / set
Pair of Vintage Baker Round Gueridon Tables
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage pair of burnt tone mahogany round gueridons by Baker Furniture. Crown detail trim to top and 3 splayed legs with ring accent. Both retain o...
Mahogany
Shagreen Side Table with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the original Rhapsody lamp, by her fiancée Patrick Coard Paris, Kifu Paris designs a sculptural side table as an ode to his iconic lighting collection. The tabletop is in...
Brass
Figural Carved Marble Top Side Table C. 1930's
Located in Fulton, CA
Figural carved Italian Renaissance Revival end table with four winged female griffins and black marble top. Circa. 1930's. Excellent original vintage condition and original finish. ...
Marble
Jacques Grange Game Table from the Estate of Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Soho, London, GB
Game table in Cerused oak by Jacques Grange designed for Yves Saint Laurent's studio in Avenue de Breteuil. The table top has one side in felt and one side in Cerused oak. Original...
Felt, Oak
Shagreen Side Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Cut Out 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 ...
Brass
Shell Side Table 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 ...
Brass
Top Quality and Hand Forged Iron & Hand Hammered Brass Pedestal or Flower Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and timeless hand crafted pedestal flower, plant, vase, or sculpture stand. When it comes to Art Deco pedestals this particular piece is among the most handsome and stylish w...
Brass, Wrought Iron
$5,637 / item
Bedside Table in Coal Black Shagreen 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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Tomboy bedside by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece with its subtle geometry. This bedside table is completely inlaid in a mixture of coal black...
Shagreen Stingray
Eden Cannes iron outdoor side table
Located in Firenze, FI
Elevate your outdoor space with our wrought iron garden table with a glass top. A blend of durability and sophistication, this table adds an elegant touch to your patio or terrace. P...
Iron
Art Deco Pair of Night Stands Parchment Style Jean Pascaud, France 1935
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Art Deco pair of night stands parchment Style Jean Pascaud, France 1935. brass details. restored condition.
Brass
Carmen Side Table in Shagreen, Baguio Stone, Bronze-Patina Brass 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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Carmen Side Table...
Brass
$4,000Sale Price|37% Off
Art Deco End Table Etienne Kohlmann
Located in New York, NY
French Modernist Art Deco side table attributed to Etienne Kohlmann in rosewood with nickeled bronze Colum and demi lune plate over rear leg. Period French Art Deco rosewood circular table...
Bronze
Iconic Heals Book Table with Geometric Undershelves
By Heal's
Located in Greenwich, CT
A low table in oak having a thick square top with rounded corners over four panel legs each with a cantilever shelf arranged in a geometric pattern. Known as a book table, this high...
Oak
$1,560Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Streamline Rattan & Mahogany 3-Tiered "Trio" End Table, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired pair of vintage Art Deco era single-strand three-tier "Trio" rattan side table with mahogany tops. The table features fancy wicker-wrap...
Rattan, Mahogany
Petite French Art Deco Ebonized Iron and Rouge Marble Top End Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 19 IN Diameter: 15 1/4 IN Sculptural, and richly atmospheric, this petite French Art Deco end table from the 1930s beautifully captures the sophisticated marriage o...
Rouge Griotte Marble, Metal
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco End Table by Tenax Freedlands
Located in Pasadena, TX
British circa 1930s / 1940s by Tenax, Freedlands Ltd. Stunning end table with a burl walnut top. A 2 tiered display to one end, and a cabinet and door to one side and a walnut vene...
Burl, Walnut