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.
$1,450Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of French Art Deco Plaster Wall Lights 1940
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of French Art Deco plaster demi lune sconces. Rewired with one e12 socket each.
Plaster
Murano Art Glass Oval Amber and Cream Art Deco Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Murano chandelier with an elongated design, featuring a brass frame and distinctive amber and cream-colored glass. Refinement and class, typical of Murano style, make these one-of-a-...
Brass
art deco 20th century design blue iznik ceramic table lamp circa 1940 Lachenal
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Attributed to Lachenal Large 20th century art deco iznik blue ceramic table lamp original perfect condition Art deco ceramic lamp electrical system is ok Ceramic height 23 cm L...
Ceramic
$1,500 / item
Deco Sconce by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Art Deco style wall light with amethyst Murano glass shade hand blown with bubbles inside the glass using Bollicine technique, mounted on bronzed finish frame / Designed by F...
Brass
Pair of Sculptural “Bullicante” Glass Wall Sconces by Barovier & Toso, 1940s
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Brescia, Brescia
Exceptional Pair of Murano Bullicante Glass Wall Sconces by Ercole Barovier, circa 1940 An exceptional and rare pair of Murano wall sconces designed by Ercole Barovier for Barovier ...
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Ribbed Design Wall Sconces by Petitot
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces by the French artist " Petitot " in great condition. In a clear frosted glass with vertical and horizontally ribbed design details throughout. ...
Bronze
Pierre Gilles French Art Deco Bronze Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Chandelier by Pierre Gilles, Paris 1920s — Molded Glass & Nickel-Plated Bronze. An exquisite example of French Art Deco lighting from the 1920s, this chandelier by P...
Bronze
Ralph Lauren Large Double Gourd White Ceramic Table Lamp
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Elegant Ralph Lauren table lamp features large sculptural double gourd urn-shaped ceramic or porcelain body with eggshell off-white glaze, reminiscent of Nancy Meyers aesthetic. High...
Ceramic, Pottery, Wood
Art Deco Porcelain Ceiling or Wall Lamp by Bauhaus Germany around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco porcelain ceiling or wall lamp by Bauhaus germany around 1920s Original condition The bulb is not included.
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern, Five-Light Ceiling Lamp, Opaline Glass Shades, Itsu, Finland
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell, Itsu
Located in Odense, DK
This beautiful vintage chandelier lamp was made by Itsu, a notable Finnish lighting manufacturer active in the mid-20th century whose work blends functionalist clarity with refined m...
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Alabaster Chandelier With Floral Decorations, 1930s
Located in Hannover, DE
This elegant Art Deco chandelier, with its five beautiful alabaster bowls, is sure to be a real eye-catcher. The lamp frame is made of bronzed brass, and the charming and authentic p...
Alabaster, Brass
2 pairs of 1940s Art Deco Barovier and Toso Murano glass and brass wall sconces
Located in London, GB
Two pairs of rare 1940s Art Deco Barovier and Toso Murano glass and brass wall sconces, , with rare scolloped Murano glass shades.
Brass
Very Rare & Stylish Art Deco Painted Lined Glass Pendant / Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Art Deco hand-painted glass lantern pendant Lamp, Europe circa 1920. This elegant and characterful pendant lamp is a refined example of early twentieth-century lighting design. Crea...
Brass
2 Art Deco double light brass wall lamps with glass sticks vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
2 Art Deco double light brass wall lamps with glass sticks vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
Brass
$1,568 / item
Up Down Light, Weathered Brass, Palais by, DUNLIN
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designed in Sydney, Australia by Dunlin. Technical Details Height: 290mm (11.41" inches) Depth from wall: 75mm (2.95" Inches) Finish: Weathered Brass 12Vt Low Voltage 2x Low Voltag...
Brass
Visual Comfort Glass Block Art Deco Table Lamp
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Classical design by Visual Comfort. The lamp is created from a rectangular block of ultra low iron glass that has been polished to perfection. Base plates and upper plate are nickel...
Metal, Nickel
One of... German Vintage Blown Glass Flush Mounts Ceiling or Wall Lights 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... minimalist blown glass and lacquered metal flush mount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: One x E27 (US E26).
Blown Glass
Three French Art Deco Brass Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, 1930s, Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Three Lovely bronzed brass wall lights with hand-blown opaline glass globes, for indoor or covered outdoor use, France, 1930-1939. All thee wall sconces are in very good condition, b...
Brass
Barthelemie Art Deco Chandelier Wrought Iron and Alabaster
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
Large Art Deco pendant, wrought iron frame decorated with ginkgo biloba. Stamped Barthelemie (ironworker from the Marseille region). Alabaster basin. In ...
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
$1,500 / item
Deco Sconce by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Art Deco style wall light with amber Murano glass shade hand blown with bubbles inside the glass using Bollicine technique, mounted on bronzed finish frame / Designed by Fabi...
Brass
Walter Von Nessen Enameled Brass & Glass Desk Lamp, Circa 1935
By Miller Lamp Company, Walter Von Nessen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Walter von Nessen Enameled Brass, Steel & Glass Table Lamp for Miller Lamp Company, Circa 1935. Featuring a Pagoda style form, with step up Art Deco styled column with patina to...
Brass, Steel
French Art Deco Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1925
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco chandelier or lustre, French Frozen glass and chrome 1925 Good condition Shipping: D 35 H 11 3.8 Kg.
Chrome
French Art Deco Frosted Glass Brass Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Art Deco burnished brass chandelier with a central frosted high relief glass bowl shade surrounded by five curved lamp arms with frosted high relief glass globes, France, 1940-1949. ...
Brass
Art Deco Patinated Cast Iron Lantern, Sweden 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Swedish Art Deco lantern (Bjerkås Armatur, Corona Belysning style) was designed and manufactured in the 1930s to 1940s). The light features a patinated cast iron frame suspende...
Iron
Murano Art Glass Round Green Art Deco Style Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Round Murano chandelier with a brass frame and distinctive amber and cream-colored glass. The refinement and class, typical of the Murano style, make these pieces unique and treasure...
Brass
French Art Deco Brass Twin Arm Sconces, a Pair, ca. 1930
Located in Barntrup, DE
Pair of French Art Deco brass twin arm sconces from ca. 1930. This elegant pair of brass sconces has a beautiful brass base with typical Art Deco-style decors. Each sconce has two ar...
Brass
Art Deco Table Lamp, Oak Base with Brass Shade, Finnish Design, 1930s
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover elegance with this Art Deco wooden table lamp. An exquisite piece crafted by an anonymous designer, this lamp effortlessly blends form and function. Its rounded polished bra...
Brass
Collection of Large, Simple and Elegant Milk Glass School House Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
We have a nice collection of these large 14 inch diameter Deco Pendents. The Style is simple and elegant and will complement any style you put them with. In the 1930 it was common fi...
Milk Glass
Art Deco Table Lamp in Pink Opaline, Geometric Design, 1930s
By Jacques Adnet, Compagnie Des Arts Français
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A rare and exceptional Art Deco table lamp in delicate pink opaline, dating from the 1930s. Showcasing the era’s hallmark geometric elegance and refined minimalism, its perfectly bal...
Opaline Glass
$4,197 / set
Pair of Art déco Sconces after Petitot
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art déco Sconces after Petitot
Chrome
$850 / set
Pearlescent Art Deco Heart Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These heart shaped lamps in the Art Deco style provide both soft light and taste to any space. With a pearlescent finish and incandescent bulbs they're a statement pieces without ove...
Ceramic, Milk Glass
French Art Deco Flush Mount Chandelier Glass & Brass 1930s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant French Art Deco flush mount ceiling light with textured glass and brass from the 1930s. Manufacturer: unknown. Execution: round. Style: art deco, mid century, modernist....
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Hexagonal Frosted Glass & Nickeled Bronze Chandeliers by Degue
By Degué
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional pair of Art Deco chandeliers designed and signed by Degué, crafted in France circa 1935, embodying the sophisticated visual language of the period. Each chandelier fea...
Bronze
Rhapsody Floor Lamp in Cream Shagreen Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard 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
Art Deco Style Bronze Finish Chandelier Pendant Light 27" x 13.5"
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Deco Style Bronze Finish Chandelier Pendant Light, American, circa 1980s.
Metal, Brass, Bronze
French Clichy Pink Glass Pendant Lamp, Brass Holder, Art Deco
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” yellow glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder Weight : 0.75 kg / 1.7 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for ...
Brass
$1,170Sale Price|75% Off
French Art Deco Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1930 French Art Deco four-light golden brass fixture with crystal bobeches, Rewired. The golden brass is best shown in the last picture. Th...
Brass
Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoky Color Art Deco Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
A highly original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated glass plate and an unmistakable smoky color. Refinement and class, typical of Murano style, make this a one-of-a-kind p...
Brass
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp Large White Metal, France 1940
Located in Vienna, AT
Large 23" flush mount from enameled aluminum, France circa 1935-1940 Elegant spun aluminum light with 2 bulbs and passive soft lighting. It's in...
Aluminum, Metal
$1,259Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp nickel-plated 1930s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Art Deco Chandelier The ART DECO ceiling light is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. This ceiling light cleverly combines metal and gla...
Metal, Nickel
French Art Deco Green Textured Glass and Copper Pendant Chandelier by Loys Lucha
By Loys Lucha
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Art Deco green glass and copper pendant chandelier by Loys Lucha from circa 1930s. This beautiful pendant light features a lightly t...
Metal, Copper
Art Deco Table Lamp, Finland, Early 20th Century
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Art Deco table lamp, manufactured in Finland, Early 20th Century. Brass frame, fabric shade with brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Brass
Art Deco Alabaster and Beaded Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco period chandelier with alabaster coupe with brass finial and alabaster ceiling cap, and three levels of cascading glass beads with sockets that light all three levels in the...
Alabaster
French Art Deco White and Black Veined Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Sculptural French Art Deco chandelier featuring veined alabaster panels and refined bronze detailing. A striking French Art Deco chandelier distinguished by its sculptural, faceted ...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
1920s Art Deco Bronze Chandelier with Large Alabaster Shades and Sculptural Arms
Located in Lisse, NL
A bold and elegant 1920s Art Deco chandelier that combines sculptural bronze with luminous alabaster. Crafted in richly patinated bronze, this chandelier features flowing, organical...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Handcrafted Art Deco Brass Wall Sconce with Geometric Design, 70 cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
Art Deco brass wall sconce with vertical geometry: The Art Deco brass wall sconce Cassandre 1A features a vertical composition defined by a series of layered patinated brass blades....
Brass
$1,216Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair 1930's French Art Deco Carved Wood Designer Wall Sconces by Charles Dudouyt
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1930's Pair French Art Deco Carved Wood with Brass Accent Wall Sconces by Charles Dudouyt. Masterpiece investment pieces. Rara pair by Dudouyt. French Estate acquisition.
Wood
$870Sale Price / item|40% Off
Art Deco Chrome Streamline Pendant Light w/ Skyscraper Milk Glass Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
1930s Art Deco pendant light featuring a stepped and line-textured "Skyscraper" milk glass shade and Streamline Art Deco light fixture . The pendant lamp showcases chromed finish bod...
Brass
Paavo Tynell for Idman OY, 3-Arm Chandelier in Brass & Glass, Mid Century, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Odense, DK
This exceptional 1940s chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy reflects the designer’s signature blend of refinement and organic detail. Composed of three elegantly arched brass arms...
Metal, Brass
Gorgeous Art Deco Chandelier in Brass & Blue Frosted Glass, Swedish Grace 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An exquisite Swedish Grace ceiling lamp from the 1930s that captures the elegance and craftsmanship of the Art Deco era. Its striking blue glass shade, almost 60cm wide, with a shall...
Brass
Pair Murano Glass Leaf Wall Lights with Bronze Accent, Art Deco Style in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano Glass Leaf Wall Lights with Bronze Accent, Art Deco Style In stock and ready to ship from our Miami gallery Elegant pair of Murano glas...
Bronze
Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass Ball Pendant with Tassel, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
German Art Deco Opaline Pendants, 1930s, Bauhaus era The lights feature elegant German Art Deco design with a patinated brass rod and canopy, complemented by a decorative moss green...
Brass
French Vintage Brass Uplight Floor Lamp — 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
A sleek and sculptural French floor lamp, crafted entirely in solid brass with a minimalist silhouette that pays tribute to Art Deco purity. Why we love it: Timeless yet bold, it wo...
Brass
Art Deco wall light in patinated brass – H 85 cm x L 16 cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
Art Deco wall light with vertical brass structure: The Art Deco wall light Cassandre 1B is defined by a strong vertical presence articulated through a composition of layered patinat...
Brass, Iron
Murano Glass and Brass Round Multi Color Art Deco Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Art Deco-style Murano chandelier, multicolored, ranging from aquamarine, gray, and "scavo" white. Rectangular in shape, it consists of a large metal structure surrounded by multicol...
Brass
Vintage disk chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, Italy 1940s
By Pietro Chiesa, Fontana Arte
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage disk chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte made in Italy in the 1940s. Three exquisitely sculpted and sandblasted glass discs interact with light in contrasting manner...
Brass
Matching Pair of Frosted with Clear Art Deco Saucer Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nice matching pair of saucer pendents. The glass is an interesting combination frosted and clear glass. Note that the glass itself has no color and will take on the bulbs c...
Glass
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Chandelier by Winkelman & van der Bijl, c. 1925
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A rare Amsterdam School chandelier with a hand-forged iron frame, stained and opaline glass crown, and a pleated silk volant finished with tiny wooden beads. At 140 cm (55”) tall and...
Iron
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Oslo, NO
Rare and charming ceiling light fixture, designed and made in Sweden during the late 1930s. The fixture features a hand-painted glass shade that is elegantly mounted on a polished ch...
Chrome
Bakelite Table Lamp Vienna with Fabric Shade Around 1930s
Located in Wien, Au
Bakelite Table Lamp Vienna with Fabric Shade Around 1930s Original condition The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Fabric, Bakelite
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Bespoke lighting is a hallmark of upscale interiors, and contemporary makers are increasingly ambitious in their materials and forms.