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.
Rare Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo Pair of Lounge Chairs Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo (ABV), pair of lounge chairs, walnut, reupholstered in mohair Pierre Frey “Bold Celadon”, Italy, first half of the 1930s These rare l...
Mohair, Walnut
Art Deco Lounge Chair in Floral Fabric and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, fabric, beech, pine, Europe, 1940s A lounge chair from the 1940s, distinguished by its elegantly shaped high back and softly curved armrests. Upholstered in a finely p...
Fabric, Beech, Pine
Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs in Geometric Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchairs, beech, steel studs, France, 1930s Striking pair of French armchairs crafted in beech, dating from the late Art Deco period. The design is distinguished by its sculptural ...
Metal
$27,500 / set
Pair of Austrian Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Attributed to Moritz Hergesell for Anton Hergesell, pair of lounge chairs, mahogany, fabric, Austria, late 1920s This pair of lounge chairs can likely be situated within the context...
Fabric, Mahogany
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Striped Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, walnut, fabric, Europe, 1940s An elegant pair of Art Deco lounge chairs from 1940s Europe, crafted in beautifully figured walnut. The sculptural frames featur...
Fabric, Walnut
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Lounge Chairs Oak and Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Studio, armchairs, oak, fabric, Italy, 1930s Designed by Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Studio in the 1930s, this set of lounge ch...
Fabric, Oak
Streamlined Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Terracotta Motif Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, beech, fabric, Europe, 1940s Elegant pair of European Art Deco lounge chairs from the 1940s. Crafted in beech and upholstered in textured fabric, the chairs feature a...
Fabric, Beech
Carl Malmsten 'Redet' Lounge Chair in Brown Velvet and Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for AB O.H. Sjögren in Tranås, 'Redet' lounge chair, ash, velvet, Sweden, 1936 The Redet lounge chair is one of Carl Malmsten’s most distinctive designs, created in 19...
Velvet, Ash
Asymmetrical Art Deco Lounge Chair in Wood and Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, wood and fabric, Europe, 1930s A remarkable European lounge chair from the 1930s, distinguished by its sculptural asymmetrical silhouette and soft organic curves. The ...
Fabric
1930s Pair of French Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fabric, beech, France, 1930s These club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Deco, a style that favored assertive geometry and bold, sculptural ...
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Finnish Art Deco Model “Continent” Lounge Chairs by Asko, 1930s
By Asko
Located in Karis, Nyland
A rare pair of Finnish Art Deco lounge chairs from the sought-after Continent series by Asko, produced in Finland during the 1930s. These elegant armchairs showcase the streamlined f...
Fabric, Wood, Birch
French Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Wood and Yellow Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, faux leather, beech, brass, France, 1930s This pair of lounge chairs, made in France in the 1930s, is a clear example of early Art Deco design. They are const...
Brass
Pair of Dutch Amsterdam School Oak Lounge Chairs in Oak and Blue Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, oak, faux leather, The Netherlands, 1930s A distinctive pair of Dutch Amsterdam School lounge chairs crafted in solid oak. Their strong architectural design is define...
Faux Leather, Oak
Art Deco Armchair, France, 1930s/40s
By André Arbus, Paul Dupré-Lafon, Dominique, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare and unusual Art Deco armchair, France, 1930s/40s. Reupholstery options available - please enquire. Fast shipping worldwide.
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Sculptural Art Deco Armchairs with Brass Detailing
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, brass, faux leather, oak, Europe, 1940s This elegant pair of armchairs from the 1940s combines refined craftsmanship with a strong architectural presence. The...
Brass
Wonderful Art Deco Lounge Chair in Velvet and Inlaid Wood 1930s
Located in Meer, VAN
A wonderful art deco lounge chair in dark brown / purple velvet and inlaid wood. The low countries, 1930s. The chair features majestic proportions and a very nice stance, combined w...
Velvet, Wood
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs Upholstered in Brown Pierre Frey Mohair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', Pierre Frey Teddy mohair 'Bambi', stained beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs by Jindrich Halabala upholstered in...
Mohair, Beech
Rare René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Caramel Mohair by Pierre Frey
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, mohair velvet "Bold Cigare" by Pierre Frey, wood, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these very rare club chairs are a quint...
Mohair, Wood
Dutch Art Deco Armchair in Oak and Creme Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
LOV Oosterbeek armchair, oak, fabric, Netherlands, 1930s This armchair is a strong example of the sober craftsmanship associated with the Dutch furniture maker LOV Oosterbeek. Execu...
Fabric, Oak
Elegant Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Wood and Taupe Velvet Carved Fluted Feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, velvet, beech, brass, Europe, 1930s Elegant pair of Art Deco club chairs crafted in beech, featuring striking fluted wood details that frame the arms and base. Uphols...
Brass
Elegant Art Deco Lounge Chair in Red Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, beech, fabric, metal nails, Europe, 1930s A striking lounge chair from the 1930s, characterized by its bold yet elegant silhouette and refined detailing. The softly ro...
Metal
Jean Pascaud Rare Pair of Lounge Chairs in Earthy Olive Mohair by Pierre Frey
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jean Pascaud, pair of lounge chairs, reupholstered in mohair "Bold Army" by Pierre Frey, wood, France, circa 1932 These armchairs, designed by the acclaimed French designer and inte...
Hardwood, Mohair
Large Art Deco Roll Arm Lounge Chair Old Olive Green Velvet Denmark 1930-1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large impressive and comfortable Fritz Hansen style Danish Art Deco lounge chair made in the 1930s-1940s by skilled carpenters. It's upholstered with old olive green velvet with but...
Wood, Velvet
René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
By René Drouet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Dec...
Velvet, Walnut
Art Deco Armchair in Botanical Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, fabric, dark stained beech, Italy, 1930s This Italian armchair from the 1930s is upholstered in a richly patterned fabric featuring peacocks and botanical motifs. The warm...
Fabric
$12,700 / item
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs in Grey Nubuck Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', nubuck leather, stained beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs by Jindrich Halabala upholstered in a durable grey co...
Leather, Beech
Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, velvet, wood, Europe, 1940s The defining feature of these 1940s Art Deco armchairs are their boldly arched side panels, whi...
Velvet, Wood
Italian Pair of Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Golden Damask Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fabric, beech, Italy, 1940s Charming set of chairs masterfully blending Art Deco influences with modernist touches. The design is characterized by a distincti...
Fabric, Beech
French Art Deco Lounge Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, walnut, faux leather, France, 1930s These beautifully designed lounge chairs are created in one of the most influential periods for the arts namely the Art De...
Faux Leather, Walnut
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Lounge Chairs Oak and Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Studio, armchairs, oak, fabric, Italy, 1930s Designed by Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Studio in the 1930s, this set of lounge ch...
Fabric, Oak
Dutch Art Deco Armchair in Solid Oak and Lace
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, solid oak, rope, brass, fabric, the Netherlands, 1920s/30s This Dutch armchair from the 1930s reflects the restrained yet expressive character of the Hague School tra...
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Velvet Sweden 1940s
By OPE
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
A wonderful pair of wingback chairs made in Sweden during the 1940s. The shape and structure together with the wooden armrest give these chairs a sophisticated and modern look. To...
Velvet, Birch
Pair of Danish Modern Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Shearling Lambswool & Elm, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
An elegant pair of Art Deco lounge chairs dating from the 1940s, handcrafted by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker. These distinctive pieces display gently rounded, sculptural forms that ...
Lambskin, Wool, Elm
Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak and Muted Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, oak, fabric, metal, Europe, 1940s This pair of European Art Deco armchairs embodies the bold elegance and refined craftsmanship of the period. Their sculptura...
Metal
Macassar French Art Deco Style Lounge Chair by A. Rudin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined French Art Deco Style Macassar Wood Lounge Chair, made by A. Rudin, American, circa 2000s. Based on a Jean Michel Frank design and hand made by A. Rudin in Los Angeles, t...
Upholstery, Rosewood
$1,495 / set
Pair of C1930 Art Deco Spring Lounge Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Classis springer lounge chairs from the Art Deco period. Heavy cast iron frames that will give and rock abit when sat upon. Slatted backs and strapped seats, Very comfy and durable. ...
Steel, Iron
Upholstered Armchair with Chrome Finish Stainless Steel Details 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 ...
Chrome, Brass, Stainless Steel
Jindřich Halabala Art Deco Sheepskin Lounge Chair, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
Jindřich Halabala Art Deco Sheepskin Lounge Chair, 1940s An exceptional and highly sculptural Art Deco lounge chair designed by Jindřich Halabala in the 1940s in former Czechoslovak...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Pair of Jindřich Halabala Art Deco Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
An exceptional and highly sculptural pair of Art Deco lounge chairs designed by Jindřich Halabala in the 1940s in former Czechoslovakia. These iconic chairs are among the most recog...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Danish Art Deco 2 Club Chairs Almost Identical of Dark Wood and Velour, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala, Fritz Hansen, Alvar Aalto
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
2 Almost identical club- or lounge chairs made in Denmark, 1930s-1940s. The frames are made of steam bend and dark stained wood, upholstered with che...
Velvet, Wood
Danish Art Deco Fritz Hansen Style Large Lounge Chair with Sheepskin 1930s
By Fritz Hansen, Viggo Boesen, Mogens Lassen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco high back lounge chair from the 1930s fully upholstered with soft sheepskin. The legs are made of dark stained solid wood. The chair is handmade in the 1930s by a ...
Wood, Sheepskin
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Patterned Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, beech, fabric, Europe, 1930s An elegant pair of European lounge chairs combining sculptural Art Deco lines with refined craftsmanship. The sweeping curved wooden armr...
Fabric, Beech
$17,500 / set
René Prou Lounge Chairs circa 1930
By René Prou
Located in CA, CA
A beautiful pair of lounge chairs by René Prou circa 1930. Deep seats and very comfortable.
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century, Pair of Danish Shell Lounge Chairs in Green Velvet, 1940s
By Mogens Lassen, Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of vintage Danish modern shell lounge chairs. Their iconic curved, fluted backrests and armrests evoke the elegant form of a shell, while the dark wooden legs provid...
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Danish Lounge Chair with Mahogany Accents on Armrests, 1940-50s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb Danish lounge chair with carved armrests accents in mahogany probably from the late 1940's or early 1950's. With spring cushions and beautiful armrests with great color. We ju...
Cotton, Mahogany
Pair of 1940s Lounge Chairs in Solid Oak and Newly Upholstered Dusty Pink Mohair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, reupholstered mohair by Foresti, solid oak, Europe, 1940s These 1940s lounge chairs are defined by a solid and robust frame in solid oak, reflecting careful c...
Mohair, Oak
Pair of 1930's French Art Deco Club Chairs attributed to Jules Leleu
By Louis Sognot, Jules Leleu, Maurice Jallot, Paul Follot, Pierre Chareau
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of 1930's French Art Deco club chairs attributed to Jules Leleu Jules Leleu was a prominent French Art Deco designer known for his stylish designs. His club chairs were particul...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Art Deco Sinuous Club Chairs In Taupe Mohair & Walnut Supports
Located in New York, NY
This pair of Art Deco sinuous club chairs, crafted in France, circa 1935, represents the height of refined Art Deco elegance and timeless comfort. With their curvaceous, flowing form...
Mohair, Walnut
1930s Sculptural Art Deco Lounge Chair in Dusty Pink Velvet and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, velvet, oak, Europe, 1930s A beautiful example of the Art Deco period, this lounge chair dates from the 1930s, executed in a lovely dusty pink velvety fabric. This pie...
Velvet, Oak
$16,400 / set
Pair of 1930s Art Deco Curved Lounge Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fabric, wood, France, 1930s/1940s Understated elegance is the primary impression these French Art Deco lounge chairs convey. Visually composed with restraint ...
Fabric, Wood
Utrecht Lounge Chair by Gerrit Rietveld Limited Edition Boxblocks Cassina
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Utrecht lounge chair. Design by Gerrit Rietveld for Metz & Co.,1935 This is a Cassina Limited Edition (no. 66 / 90) from 2016 called Boxblocks with fabric of the...
Fabric
French Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Purple Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fabric, beech, France, 1930s This lovely set of lounge chairs is originating from France during the Art Deco period. The style is reminiscent of the work of t...
Fabric, Beech
A Club Chair, Upholstered in Striped Fabric
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb modern club chair, upholstered in striped fabric. Also available in COM. Fast shipping worldwide.
Beech, Oak
A Pair of Angular Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Gerrit Rietveld, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of modern angular club armchairs. High quality handmade beech frames and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipp...
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Danish Art Deco Green Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1930s. Set of 2.
By Fritz Hansen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Skive Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Green Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1930s. Set of 2. Pair of gorgeous Scandinavian lounge chairs in green mohair velour upholstery with lovely round feet. Made in Denmark by...
Velvet, Beech
1940s Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chair in Icelandic Sheepskin, Bentwood, Art- deco
Located in Almelo, NL
A rare and sculptural 1940s Halabala lounge chair, newly upholstered in premium Icelandic sheepskin, combining elegant bentwood craftsmanship with luxurious organic texture. A highl...
Sheepskin, Bentwood
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs in White Tibetan Lambswool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', stained beech, Tibetan lambswool, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs in white Tibetan lambswool upholstery. These chair...
Wool, Beech
$23,116 / set
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs, France, 1930s
Located in Berlin, DE
A refined pair of Art Deco lounge chairs with sculptural wooden frames and gently curved backs. The design combines strong architectural lines with softened details, including rounde...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$5,723 / item
A Club Chair, Upholstered in Ivory Pure Alpaca
By Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb modern Jacques Adnet style club armchair. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. A pair is available - please see our other listings. Fast...
Alpaca, Beech
$1,301Sale Price|20% Off
Rattan Green Stripe Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue
Located in Labrit, Landes
French rattan folding deck chair or lounger chair, circa 1930 Handwoven with a green stripe Very comfortable for patio or garden Folded dimensions H 24.21 x W 29.7 x D 31.3 in. (H...
Rattan, Wicker