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.
Very Beautiful, Unique, Asymetrical Night Blue Sofa, 1940
Located in PARIS, FR
Wool and linen sheet, feather filling, feather cushions, refurbished. Chaise longue sofa. Perfect for bedroom, living room, or as a central library/shelf space. For dining room or s...
Wool, Linen, Feathers
Fine French 1930s Daybed / Sofa Attributed to Lucien Rollin
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Deco stained walnut sofa/daybed attributed to Lucien Rollin (frame only). Inside dimensions of mattress/cushion area are 72 5/8" x 27 1/2"
Wood
Elegant French Art Deco three-seat sofa attributed to Alfred Porteneuve
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant French Art Deco three-seat sofa attributed to Alfred Porteneuve, featuring a refined curved silhouette and clean, architectural lines. The piece is upholstered in a warm moch...
Velvet, Walnut
JNK Miami's Twiggy Luxury Channel-Tufted Leather-Accented Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
Experience the pinnacle of sophisticated comfort with JNK Miami’s Twiggy Ribbed Fabric & Leather Trim Sofa. Designed with architectural grace, this modern statement piece features a ...
Metal
Italian Art Deco Sofa with Integrated Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Art Deco Sofa with Integrated Cabinet, wood, Italy, 1930s An asymmetrical Art Deco sofa conceived as a single architectural volume, with a low upholstered bench flanked by built-in ...
Wood
Art Deco Bauhaus Vintage Chromed Tube Metal Sofa Daybed Franz Singer 1920s
By Franz Singer
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Bauhaus vintage sofa or daybed from chromed tube steel designed by Franz Singer for Metz & Co 1920s, Austria. While the cushions are reupholstered with spring core and ...
Metal
$2,042Sale Price|64% Off
Art Deco Black Wood and Leather Day Bed Sofa
Located in IT
Art Deco black wood and leather daybed sofa. Art Deco daybed sofa, from France, from 1930s Art Deco period. Black wood frame and leather upholstery. Conservative restoration of woode...
Leather, Wood
$2,812 / item
Moon Swivel Armchair in Vienna Desert fabric
Located in Lisbon, PT
structure and swivel base in Vienna Desert fabric Made to Order.
Fabric
Restored Art Deco Sofa, Walnut, Beech, Repolished, Reupholstered, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This architecturally exceptional sofa in the distinct Art Deco style dates from the 1920s in Bohemia. The primary visual concept of this solitary piece of furniture stems from modern...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Beech
Maurice Dufrène giltwood brown velvet sofa circa 1925
Located in Paris, IDF
This very elegant Corolle model sofa was designed in 1925 by Maurice Dufrêne for the workshops of La Maîtrise, the decorative arts department of Galeries Lafayette, where he served a...
Velvet, Giltwood
Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann 1925 Hydravion Sofa in off White & Gilt Legs 1980s Copy
By Interior Crafts, Richard Himmel, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in St. Louis, MO
After Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann 1925 "HYDRAVION" Sofa, the H-42488 love seat sofa re-introduced by Interior Crafts and interior designer RICHARD HIMMEL of Chicago in 1982. This sofa with its swooped back on gold leaf legs...
Upholstery, Giltwood
$81,900Sale Price / set|35% Off
Original Historic Hand Made 4- Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge & Sofa Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Scarce, museum-quality four-strand square pretzel square-back Lounge chairs and sofa set designed by Paul T. Frankl in 1934 using the highest-quality rattan poles and reeds available...
Rattan
Breathtaking Art Deco Revival Sofa in Rattan Parquetry, Italy, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative, meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service is available. An absolutely jaw-dropping Art Deco Revival sofa...
Rattan, Mahogany
$3,176
French Art Deco sofa
Located in IT
The entire ensemble features elegant black leather details contrasted by ivory-colored leather upholstery. One of the armchairs in the set is reclining, while the second and the sofa both have fixed backs. The cushions have been newly crafted, while the wooden parts have been carefully and conservatively restored. French Art Deco sofa...
Leather
$11,580 / item
Art Deco Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Elegant Art Deco Kidney Sofa. With an iconic kidney shape, this sumptuous sofa offers enveloping comfort in a warm caramel-colored velvet. Its gracefully flowing form features a smooth back and bowed bench seat, with French seams for a distinctive accent. Bronze sabre-style legs elevate its curved wood base, finished in Duty Silver for a touch of luxe. Toss pillows...
Fabric
Dutch Art Deco Design Sofa by Pander 1930 Walnut Burl Wood with Display Cabinets
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Marvelous high end design Dutch Art Deco sofa designed & produced by Pander 1930 in Burl Walnut. Exquisite Art Deco design lines & both sides of ...
Walnut, Burl
1940s Frits Henningsen Mahogany Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Sturdy and stable - Upholstery in good original condition with minor signs of use - Measures: High of seat 43cm.
Fabric, Mahogany
Art Deco Daybed, Reupholstered in Vintage Fabric, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
By Josef Frank
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Art Deco daybed / sofa, reupholstered in colorful vintage gobelin fabric from the 80s. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in 1940s. This beautiful vi...
Fabric, Oak
Warren McArthur Art Deco Sofa circa 1930s Streamlined Aluminum Reupholstered 89"
Located in Atlanta, GA
Streamlined Art Deco Aluminum Sofa, designed by Warren McArthur, circa 1930s. This sofa is currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric. Simply send us 12 yards ...
Aluminum
Italian Art Deco Sofa with Side Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Art Deco Sofa with Integrated Cabinet, wood, Italy, 1930s An Art Deco sofa built as a single asymmetrical volume, where a long low upholstered bench resolves at one end into an inte...
Wood
$9,530Sale Price|30% Off
Attributed Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Velvet Sofa, 1940s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian sculptural sofa designed by Guglielmo Ulrich, very comfortable. Recently upholstered in light gray velvet, finished with a dark gray piping in the same fabric, to accentuate ...
Velvet, Beech
1930s Art Deco Cowhide Two-Seater Sofa, France, Architectural Design
Located in Antwerp, BE
French Art Deco two-seater sofa dating to the 1930s, defined by a low, rectilinear silhouette with broad squared armrests, a deep seat and a slightly inclined backrest. The generous ...
Cowhide, Wood
ART DECO ViNTAGE HAND DYED FULLY RESTORED SOLID BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco style Chocolate brown leather Chesterfield Tufted club sofa in restored condition Please note...
Leather
Rare Signed Heywood Wakefield Living Room Set with Sofa and Two Lounge Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Rare Signed Heywood Wakefield Living Room Set with Sofa and Two Lounge Chairs. The lounge chairs measure 29”w x 34”d x 33”h. In the early part of the 20th century, Heywood Wakefield ...
Fabric, Hickory
Large French Art Deco Sofa in the Style of Paul Dupré-Lafon, France, circa 1930s
Located in Houston, TX
A striking French Art Deco sofa in the style of Paul Dupré-Lafon, dating to the 1930s, distinguished by its bold architectural form and understated elegance. The substantial frame fe...
Upholstery, Wood
Fine French 1930s Bedroom Bench / Daybed attributed to Maurice Dufrene
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Deco walnut daybed / large bedroom bench attributed to Maurice Dufrene.
Wood, Upholstery
Italian Art Deco sofa in wood and grey velvet, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco sofa in wood and grey velvet, 1930s Sofa in fabric, velvet, and wood. The seat and backrest are padded and upholstered in light gray fabric and velvet with studs. T...
Fabric, Wood
Restored Art Deco Sofa, Beech, Revived Polish, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco sofa originates from Czechoslovakia from the 1920s. It embodies the decorative elegance and comfort typical of this era. The sofas frame is crafted from solid ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
$6,194Sale Price|22% Off
Art Deco Club Sofa in Hand-Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Darmstadt, DE
A superb Art Deco style sofa inspired by the elegance of 1930s French interiors. Upholstered in hand-patinated cognac-brown sheepskin leather, it captures the distinctive rounded lin...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
PAIR OF RALPH LAUREN JAMAICA RESTORED HERITAGE BROWN LEATHER SOFAs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of custom made to order, Ralph Lauren Jamaica II, fully restored, hand dyed brown leather...
Leather
$5,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tall Channel Back and Skirted Art Deco Sofa In Camel Velvet.
Located in Chicago, IL
Restored and rich camel velvet upholstered, tall back Art Deco sofa. The tall and deep channel back, with and slight scoop, sets off the incredible silhouette of this piece. The pair...
Velvet, Wood
Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen, Fritz Hansen, Alfred Christensen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish smaller curved Banana form Art Deco couch or sofa made in the 1950s. The legs are made of dark stained wood and the sofa is upholstered with green velour/velvet with floral pa...
Fabric, Wood
Cloakroom Art Deco Sofa in Mahogany
Located in Madrid, ES
Cloakroom Art Deco sofa. In mahogany, with mirror in the center and sofa in metal applications. Signs of use. Dim:: (larger) 205 x 197 x 60 cm. Good conditions.
Wood
Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Sofa in Original Velvet Fabric, Italy 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco sofa in original Velvet fabric, Italy 1930s A particular three-seater sofa was designed by the famous architect Guglielmo Ulrich. Production of the 1930s ...
Fabric, Beech
Danish Art Deco Sofa with Open Wooden Armrests, 1930's
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb Danish late Art Deco early midcentury sofa from the late 1930's or early 1940s with spring cushions and beautiful open armrests and legs carved in solid stained beech with gre...
Wool, Beech
ViNTAGE RALPH LAUREN USA RESTORED HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER SOFA ARMCHAIR SUITE
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage fully restored hand made in the United States, Ralph Lauren hand dyed brown leather th...
Leather
$5,389Sale Price|50% Off
Art Dèco Italian Walnut and Velvet Sofa, 1920s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Early Art Deco period Northern Italian sofa, in walnut and ivory velvet upholstery, the back of the sofa is gracefully curved and extends to acce...
Velvet, Walnut
1960s Vintage Sofa - Reupholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
I adore this sofa - from the 60s we removed the original yellow fabric, streamlined the sewing in this two toned velvet and added custom brass feet. Absolutely darling with good scal...
Brass
STUNNiNG RALPH LAUREN ARAN ISLES CUSTOM MADE BROWN LEATHER SOFA
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning custom made to order, Ralph Lauren Aran Isles, hand dyed brown leather club sofa RRP £26,000 ...
Leather, Hardwood
$3,663Sale Price|40% Off
English Art Deco Small Two Seat Sofa C.1930
Located in London, GB
English Art Deco Small Two Seat Sofa C.1930 Of neat proportions, having been recently upholstered in a duck egg blue cotton velvet. England, C.193...
Velvet
Two Seat Sofa Maurice Dufrene, with Floral Wood Carving details, France 1920's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two Seat Sofa Maurice Dufrene attr ,with Floral Wood Carving details, France 1920's. The sofa needs complete new upholstery. You can now have it upholstered it in any color you want,...
Fabric, Wood
STYLISH ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920 BURR WALNUT GREEN VELOUR SOFA PART OF A SUiTE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite circa 1920’s Art Deco Burr Walnut framed sofa with Green Velour upholstery that is part of a ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Scandinavian Art Deco Style Three-Seater Sofa, Beige Bouclé, 1950s
Located in Rødding, DK
A refined Scandinavian three-seater sofa from the 1950s, executed in an elegant Art Deco–inspired style that balances soft, organic curves with classic proportions. The piece embodie...
Bouclé, Oak
1970s Pickled Teak Ribbed Three-Piece Sofa with Purple Leather Upholstery
Located in Lancaster, PA
This is a pickled teak sofa with purple leather cushions, produced sometime in the 1970s. At first glance one may mistake this for bamboo or rattan, but its so much more special th...
Leather, Foam, Teak
Custom Made Art Deco Style Sofa
Located in Buchanan, NY
A recently designed sofa based on a classic French Art Deco 1920’s style design. This stunning piece is crafted in the traditional way, featuring hand tied springs and horsehair cons...
Fabric
Armonia/2 Italian Three-Seat Sofa with Button Tufted Back & Fringe by Zanaboni
By Zanaboni
Located in MEDA, IT
Armonia/2 is a chic Classic sofa (3-seater) with button tufted backrest and handmade fringe at the base. Standard components of absolute quality are the solid wood frame and the trad...
Upholstery
SUPER RARE FULLY RESTORED ViNTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA PART SET
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable circa 1940's fully restored Chesterfield sofa...
Leather
French Art Deco Sofa with Curved Side Cabinets, Ivory Upholstery, circa 1920
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
An impressive French Art Deco sofa from around 1920, with sculptural rounded side cabinets and a raised shelf running along the back. At just over 2.5 metres wide, it is a true state...
Fabric, Oak
Ebanista Custom Carpello 96" Sofa with Bench Cushion
By Ebanista
Located in Charleston, SC
A Custom Made Ebanista 96" Carpello Sofa with Dark Smoke/Blueberry Grey Linen Cotton Velvet Upholstery and Decorative Aged Brass Nail head Trim. 96"x 35"x 41"h, 17.5"sh, 80"sw, 2...
Fabric, Hardwood
Fully Restored Ralph Lauren Graham 3-4 Seater Leather Sofa Hardwood
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare RRP £15,000 custom made to order fully labelled Ralph Lauren Graham cream leather sofa in fully restored condition with feather fill...
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1990s Hancock & Moore Brown Leather Sofa – Classic Rolled Arm, Nailhead
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A timeless American classic, this vintage 1990s leather sofa by Hancock & Moore embodies exceptional craftsmanship and enduring comfort. Upholstered...
Leather, Wood
Italian sofa in purple-red velvet and wood, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian sofa in purple-red velvet and wood, 1930s Two-seater couch upholstered in purple-red velvet. It features an organic, asymmetrical backrest and legs with a gold finish, inspir...
Fabric, Softwood
Art Deco Tubular Steel Couch, Plated Metal, Fabric/ Leather Upholstery, ca. 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
This original tubular steel couch/daybed in Art Deco-Streamline design is restored on request and available in different amounts. Delivery time between 8-10 weeks.
Steel, Chrome
Art Deco 3-Seat Sofa Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of chrome, wood - Sale without mattresses - Good, original condition.
Metal
Art Deco Two-Seat Sofa by Malatesta & Mason, Walnut Frame, 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Art Deco Two-Seat Sofa by Malatesta & Mason, Walnut Frame, 1950s A rare 1950s Art Deco two seats sofa beautifully made in Italy and attri...
Fabric, Walnut
$9,530Sale Price|30% Off
Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Velvet Sofa, 1940s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A large Italian sculptural sofa designed by Guglielmo Ulrich, very comfortable. Recently upholstered in light blue velvet with a light gray velvet border, in a minimalist way, which ...
Velvet, Beech
Elegant 1930s Art Deco Mahogany Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This 1930s Art Deco sofa exemplifies the elegance of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann's style, featuring a prominent wooden frame finished in rich exotic ma...
Linen, Silk, Mahogany
Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of chrome, fabric - good, original condition.
Chrome
Art Deco Sofa in Black Lacquer and Golden Upholstery
Located in Ulm, DE
Art Deco Sofa Piano lacquer, black high gloss Golden upholstery Original Art Deco, France 1930s Dimensions: Width: 167 cm Height: 82 cm Depth: 77,5 cm Seat height: 40 cm
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Art Deco Sofa with French Polished Mahogany Frame, Denmark, circa 1920
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A fine Art Deco sofa in mahogany with carved, arched crest-rail and fluted pillars capped by ionic capitals on fascia of arms, Northern Europe, circa 1920. ...
Jute, Muslin, Upholstery, Mahogany