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.
Vintage Deco Style Cat Bookend on Black Marble Base, Circa 1980s
Located in Fairfield, CA
A single vintage art deco style cat bookend from the 1980s. Made of either cast stone or heavy resin with a matte white finish, on top of a rectangular black marble base. Graceful po...
Stone, Marble
Italian Art Deco Chest of Drawers in Walnut with Amber Coloured Handles
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chest of drawers, walnut, glass, metal, Italy, 1940s. This elegant Italian chest of drawers features richly figured walnut, with expressive grain forming mirrored patterns across it...
Metal
Large Art Déco Pendant Light, 1930s - 1940s
Located in Schwerin, MV
This Art Deco ceiling lamp impresses with its nostalgic character and its extraordinary shape. The large, curved glass shade is in a warm yellow-beige and features a decorative, marb...
Metal
Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Glass Shade, Metal Holder, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large Art Deco rod pendant light from the 1930s - 1940s with a very beautiful profiled green glass shade and tassel. The glass shade is brown-marbleized and is in good condition. The...
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Glass Shade, Brass Holder, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Pink Art Deco rod pendant light from the first half of the last century - 1930s - with a domed glass shade. This rod pendant light looks particularly good in tall historic apartment...
Metal, Brass
Swedish Rustic Wrought Iron Pendant Lantern with Textured Glass 1940's
Located in Stockholm, SE
Charming Swedish pendant lantern from the 1940s, crafted in green-painted wrought iron with decorative scrollwork and textured glass panels. The classic lantern silhouette is complem...
Wrought Iron
Flower-shaped Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Charming small flower-shaped Diskometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the late 1920s. * Small sculptural flower-shaped Diskometal vase raised on a foot * Designer: Just Andersen...
Metal
Brass Ashtray, France, 1940s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
## Description Elegant French brass ashtray dating from the 1940s, featuring an organic, sculptural shape and a beautifully detailed botanical handle inspired by a natural branch an...
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Glass and Brass Sconces Vintage, German, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful pair of vintage Art Deco wall sconces, featuring elegant amber-toned glass shades mounted on sculptural brass fittings. The combination of softly colored glass and warm b...
Metal, Brass
Viennese Modernism: Josef Frank Ceiling Lamp
By Josef Frank
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Impressive six-arm ceiling lamp from the Vienna Modernism period. The design is attributed to Josef Frank. Handcrafted from brass. 6 E27 sockets. Original parchment shades. Restored.
Brass
Einar Bäckström Brass Desk Lamp, “Piano Lamp” Model: 7200, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Swedish vintage brass desk lamp designed by Einar Bäckström in the 1930s, known as the “Piano Lamp.” The design features a distinctive angular shade, a gracefully curved adjustable...
Brass
Unique Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School 'Jellyfish' pendant lamp, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A unique and highly decorative Dutch Amsterdam School pendant lamp dating from the 1920s - 1930s, executed in wrought iron and an opaline glass lampshade. The lamp design drew its i...
Wrought Iron
Art Deco walnut and marble effect blown Murano glass pendant light, Italy, 1920s
By Pietro Chiesa, Charles Dudouyt, Fontana Arte, Osvaldo Borsani, Paavo Tynell
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Compatible with US/EU standards. LED compatible. Sculptural Art Deco and Hollywood Regency pendant lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell, Italy, 1920s. Composed of silver chrome metal s...
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Dusty Rose Velvet and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, beech, velvet, Europe, 1930s This pair of European lounge chairs from the 1930s is defined by generous proportions and beautifully rounded forms. The curved b...
Velvet, Beech
Set of 2 French Green Clichy Marble Patern Glass Pendant Lamp, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
2 French Green “Clichy” marble coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.60 kg / 1.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internation...
Brass
Art Deco Iron and Wood Tray, France, 1940s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
French Art Deco serving tray dating from the 1940s. The elongated oval design combines a reflective mirrored surface with a streamlined metal frame and contrasting dark wooden accent...
Iron
1920s French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier with Brass Mount
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Alabaster Art Deco pendant chandelier ca 1920s Brass chain and brass ceiling cover. Weight: 4.80 kg / 10.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable ...
Alabaster, Brass
Pair of Antique Flared Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Lights, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A pair of Holophane prismatic glass pendant shades. c.1930 A beautifully matched pair of early Holophane pendant shades, each formed in clear ribbed glass that throws a glare-free, ...
Metal
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Sculptural Wooden Curved Armrests
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, stained beech, grey fabric, Europe, 1930s This pair of lounge chairs is defined by the beautifully curved armrests, which sweep around the sides and continue into the...
Fabric, Beech
Art Deco French Pair of Angular Lounge Chairs in Wood and Purple Mohair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, beech and purple mohair, France, 1930s These French lounge chairs from the 1930s feature a strong architectural design with generous proportions, reminiscent ...
Mohair, Beech
Five -Arm Beech Chandelier Dudouyt style Ceiling Pendant 1950s
Located in Labrit, Landes
A striking French five -arm chandelier in dark-stained solid beech, crafted in the Dudouyt tradition of the 1950s. The central column features a succession of geometric diamond-face...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Italian Art Deco Night Stands Bed Side Tables Wood Burl
Located in Carimate, Como
Elegant and refined pair of Italian 1940s Art Deco bedside tables with great design shape and detail of every part and beautiful decors with the great handles in typical Art Deco sty...
Wood
Art Deco Scandinavian Hanging Lamp in Brass & White Cased Opaline Glass, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A 1930s ceiling light composed of a large brass top and an architecturally perceived 'staircase' inspired inner shade in cased white opaline glass. It was made an unknown maker in Sc...
Brass
Art Deco Swedish Bronze Bowl Attributed to GAB, c. 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish Art Deco bronze bowl, attributed to GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget), dating to circa the 1930s. The bowl features a distinctive low, rounded form with a richly aged green...
Bronze
Scandinavian Art Deco Bronze Dish, Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1930s
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking Scandinavian Art Deco bronze dish, manufactured by Ystad Metall in Sweden during the 1930s. The shallow, circular dish features a beautifully aged green, brown and dark br...
Bronze
French 1920s Art Deco Opaline Glass Brass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French 1920s Art Deco pendant lamp Opaline glass with black illustrated pattern Brass gallery, glass holder E27 / E26 Weight 1.80 kg / 4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps h...
Brass
French Art Deco “Clichy” Green Glass Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” green coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.70 kg / 1.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...
Brass
Art Deco Fire Screen by Louis Katona, Black Iron & Copper, 1928
By Edgar Brandt, Dagobert Peche, Louis Katona
Located in Vienna, AT
Spark fence or back plate with animal figures, ca. 1928, Louis Katona, France Art Deco black iron fire screen with a copper decorations and animal figures (unsigned, unstamped) Good...
Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron
French Art Deco “Clichy” Green Glass Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” green coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.80 kg / 1.8 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...
Brass
French Art Deco “Clichy” Green Glass Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” green coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 1.00 kg / 2.2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...
Brass
French Art Deco Wrought Iron Table Lamp by Charles Schneider, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Elegant French Art Deco table lamp by Charles Schneider, France, circa 1920s, combining a finely worked wrought-iron structure with a signed Schneider glass shade. The lamp has a pa...
Wrought Iron
German Art Deco Stepped Cream, Blue and Brown Marbled Glass Pendant, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Striking German Art Deco pendant light dating from the 1930s, featuring a sculptural stepped glass shade with distinctive marbled decoration in soft ivory and cream tones, accented b...
Brass
Italian Art Deco Bar Cabinet in Red Stained Walnut, Brass and Mirrored Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bar cabinet, red stained walnut, brass, mirrored glass, Italy, 1940s This Italian bar cabinet from the 1940s is defined by its rounded shape and finely ribbed exterior. Executed in ...
Brass
Art Deco Nancy Corzine Harlow Glamour Tri Fold Triptych Mirror
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Art Deco Nancy Corzine Harlow Glamour Tri Fold Triptych Mirror.
Mirror
Otto Schulz Side Table, Beech & Intarsia Decor, Swedish Grace / Art Deco.
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Side table in beech with two drawers, handles with intarsia decor, one depticting a star. Designed by Otto Schulz for Boet, Gothenburg Sweden 1930s. Small veneer losses and wear. T...
Beech
Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, France
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, France Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 2x B22 French light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 22...
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Wrought Iron Bird Pendant Light with Geometric Glass Shade
Located in Lisse, NL
Sculptural birds, textured ironwork, and luminous geometric glass give this French Art Deco pendant a wonderfully individual presence. Dating from circa 1920, this distinctive light...
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Chandelier Copper & Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Fixture, 1940s
By Luminaire
Located in Labrit, Landes
An elegant Art Deco pendant light dating from the 1940s, composed of a large circular acid-etched glass plate adorned with floral motifs and arabesques across its entire surface, fin...
Brass, Copper
Art Deco Style Alabaster Pendant Light with Amber Glow and Dramatic Natural Vein
Located in Lisse, NL
A bowl of captured fire, sculptural alabaster with an extraordinary evening glow. Some lights furnish a room; others give it an atmosphere. This beautifully figured alabaster pendan...
Alabaster, Wire, Iron
Sculptural Art Deco Vanity with Mirror and Matching Chair in Walnut and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vanity with chair, walnut, mirror, fabric, Europe, 1930s This vanity and matching chair are distinguished by their expressive construction and flowing lines. Executed in walnut, the...
Mirror, Walnut
Art Deco Style Nancy Corzine Modern Mahogany Dining Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Art Deco Style Nancy Corzine Modern Mahogany Dining Table.
Mahogany
German Art Deco Cream and Brown Marbled Glass Pendant Light, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant German Art Deco pendant light dating from the 1930s, featuring a beautifully shaped cream-colored marbled glass shade with expressive smoky brown veining. The generously pro...
Brass
Art Deco Modernist Desk Lamp, France c.1920-30
Located in Bristol, GB
Art Deco Modernist table lamp, France, c.1920-30 Stainless steel arms with a heavy marble base. Adjusts and holds all positions as intended. In very good condition, no dents or d...
Marble, Steel
Rare Carlo Scarpa for Venini Chandelier in Crystal 'Corteccia' Glass
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo Scarpa for Venini, chandelier, crystal ‘Corteccia’ glass, steel, Italy, 1930s This very rare chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini features a broad, shallow bowl in beautifull...
Steel
Art Deco Brass Frame and Glass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Brass Frame and Glass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Italy Porcelain hardware Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and sui...
Brass
Vintage Zenith Swiss 18-Day Art Deco Wall Clock – c.1930s
Located in London, GB
Vintage Zenith Swiss 18-Day Art Deco Wall Clock – c.1930s A handsome and substantial Swiss-made Zenith 18-day wall clock, dating from approximately the 1930s, in the distinctive Art ...
Glass, Wood
Vintage Bohemian Coloured Glass Bunch of Grapes Light Fitting. C.1930
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous Bohemian glass light fitting Amazing colours Original brass bulb holder and ceiling rose There is damage to 5 of the six leaves Not wired Free UK shipping
Glass
French Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs with Curved Armests
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fabric, beech, France, 1930s These armchairs, made in France in the 1930s, is a clear example of Art Deco design. They are constructed from beech with a warm ...
Fabric, Beech
Large Art Déco Pendant Light, Germany 1920s - 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
2-Light Art Deco Rod Pendant Lamp in Yellow with Chromed Suspension and Wrapped Rod - 1930s-1940s The beautifully shaped glass shade with brown marbling is in very good condition an...
Chrome, Brass
Art Deco Fire Screen by Louis Katona, Black Iron & Copper, 1928
By Louis Katona, Dagobert Peche, Edgar Brandt
Located in Vienna, AT
Spark fence or back plate with animal figures, ca. 1928, Louis Katona, France Art Deco black iron fire screen with a copper decorations and animal figures (unsigned, unstamped) Good...
Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron
Light-Bronze Low Bowl designed by Just Andersen, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Light Bronze Bowl on foot designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Low profile light bronze bowl on with chased detailing along the rim * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufact...
Bronze
Italian 1940s Art Deco Mid-Century Walnut Burl Dry Bar Cabinet
By Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico & Luisa Parisi, Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern drinks dry bar cabinet in beautiful veneer walnut briar burl wood, various doors and storage spaces with great shapes and decors. Its...
Brass
Unique Italian Mid-Century Art Deco Walnut Burl Wood Writing Desk Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Unique and beautiful Italian desk writing table, in beautiful veneer burl wood forming great decors from different veins, with the 2 leveled top and drawers standing on the four eleg...
Wood
Antique Art Deco Glazed Copper GEC Porch/Hall Lantern Light Lamp C.1920
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed glazed and copper hall/porch lantern. c.1920 A finely hand-crafted copper lantern, presented in original as found condition. The copper has developed a rich, natu...
Copper
Antique Holophane 'Excellite' French Prismatic Glass Pendant Lamp, C.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredibly stylish prismatic glass pendant light made in France by Holophane. c.1920 A beautifully made Holophane Excellite pendant, modelled in one of the more diminutive sizes ...
Metal
Guglielmo Ulrich for Ar.Ca Set of Eight Dining Chairs Cane & Dark Green Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guglielmo Ulrich for Ar.Ca, set of eight dining chairs, stained wood, cane, velvet, Italy, circa 1935 This set of chairs, designed by Guglielmo Ulrich for Ar.Ca circa 1935, embodie...
Velvet, Cane, Wood
German Art Deco Green Marbled Glass and Brass Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant German Art Deco ceiling light dating from the 1930s, featuring a beautifully shaped marbled glass shade in a soft green tone with delicate brown veining. The glass has a dis...
Brass
Round Just Andersen Bronze Bowl, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Round Bronze Bowl designed by Just Andersen in the late 1920s. * Round bronze bowl with chased detailing inside, just below the rim * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just An...
Bronze
Ernesto Valabrega Grand Extendable Dining or Conference Table in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, extendable dining or conference table, oak, Italy, 1930s This extendable table was designed by Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega in...
Oak
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Art Deco Cabinet in Oak and Iron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Studio, cabinet, oak, iron, Italy, 1930s This cabinet, crafted in oak and designed by Ernesto Valabrega, exemplifies both aesthetic refineme...
Iron