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Vintage Art Deco Australian Walnut Veneered Sideboard
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Sideboard on tapered legs. Two central drawers flanked by curved cupboard sections
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Vintage 1920s English Sideboards
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Australian Walnut Cabinet on Tapered Legs
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco cabinet on tapered legs. Upper cabinet doors with two ivorine vases as decoration open
Category
Vintage 1920s English Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
'AUSTRALIA WARATAH' Original Vintage Art Deco Poster by Sellheim
By Gert Hugo Emmanuel Sellheim
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'AUSTRALIA WARATAH' Original Vintage Art Deco Poster by Sellheim
An original vintage Australian
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Australia Sydney Loveliest Harbour Art Deco
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Australia The World's Loveliest Harbour Sydney featuring a
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 39.77 in W 25.2 in D 0.04 in
French Art Deco Diamond and Australian Sapphire Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This French Art Deco ring has been hand crafted from platinum and set with diamonds and a beautiful
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Original Australian Vintage Poster, 'MARYSVILLE' Victorian Railways
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
This original poster was created to promote tourism to the Australian town of Marysville. At that
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
H 39.38 in W 27.17 in D 0.04 in
Treasure Art Deco Grey Sheepskin Pillow Made in Australia
By Emily Barbara
Located in Dural, AU
charcoal grey and light grey color pallets creating a dynamic and unique Art Deco pattern design.
These
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2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Art Deco Platinum Diamond 10.77 Carat Australian Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Deco Inspired Australian Opal Baguette and Round Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade in 90% Platinum. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Original Vintage Cruise Travel Poster Orient Line Australia Art Deco Summer
Located in London, GB
Original vintage Art Deco cruise travel poster advertising Orient Line Tours and Round Voyage
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 39.77 in W 25.01 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage Travel Poster Orient Line Australia McKnight Kauffer Art Deco
By Edward McKnight Kauffer
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster - Orient Line to Australia - featuring a great design by one of the
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 38.59 in W 24.02 in D 0.04 in
Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Art Deco Platinum Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Australian Crystal Opal and Diamond Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace. Center
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Crystal, Platinum
Art Deco Inspired Hand Engraved Platinum Australian Opal Diamond Bridal Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the ring. There is a beautiful Art Deco inspired gallery which gives the ring a graceful finish. Art
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond 3.73 Carat Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lustrous Australian Black Opal cabochon surrounded by beautiful baguette and round diamonds in an Art Deco
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian 20th Century oil painting of figures on riverside track, Norman Lloyd
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
the Art Gallery of Western Australia, the Queensland Art Gallery, and the University of Sydney Art
Category
20th Century Art Deco Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Pendant, Art-Deco Style
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the pendant. The piece is made in the Art Deco style with fine platinum motifs and filigree along with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Art Deco 1930 Cocktail Ring in Platinum with 6.12cts Australian Opal & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring with Australian opal.
Exceptionally beautiful ring, created during the iconic
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Australian Opal Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A beautiful natural cabochon Australian opal is bezel set in round diamond halo, punctuated its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Opal with Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
14K yellow gold Art Deco style setting, this beautiful ring features an oval cut opal accented in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Trans-Australian Railway Original Vintage Poster by Tromf, 1935
By Percy Trompf
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Trans-Australian Railway Original Vintage Poster by Tromf, 1935
Artist
Percy Trompf (Australian
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Poster 'Australia's 150th Anniversary Celebrations', 'c. 1938'
By Tom Purvis
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Original vintage poster 'Australia's 150th Anniversary Celebrations', (c. 1938)
This is an
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 39.38 in W 24.41 in D 0.04 in
'Mt. Buffalo', Australia, 1939, Original Lithograph Poster by Gert Sellheim
By Gert Hugo Emmanuel Sellheim
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Mt. Buffalo', Australia, 1939, original lithograph poster by Gert Sellheim
"The 1930s have been
Category
Vintage 1940s Australian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Australia Canberra Federal Capital & Garden City
By James Northfield
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Canberra Federal Capital & Garden City Australia featuring a
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 40.16 in W 25.2 in D 0.04 in
Art-Deco 14K Rose Gold & Pearl Shirt Studs
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Art-Deco 14K Rose Gold & Pearl Shirt Studs,
stamped 585
Total weight: 1.5gr.
13mm long
Category
Vintage 1920s Australian Art Deco Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Outstanding Antique Australian Edwardian 9ct Rose Gold Amethyst Demi-Parure
Located in NEW TOWN, AU
.
Crafted from 9ct rose gold and designed as a style popular during the turn of the century to the Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century Australian Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Rose Gold
Estate 35 Carat Australian Opal and Marquise Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
An impressive, true one -of-a kind antique precious Australian opal pendant, set in 18K solid
Category
Early 20th Century Australian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold
3.55ct Marquise Australian Sapphire and Diamond Scalloped Cluster Ring
Located in Armadale, Victoria
This exquisite Australian Sapphire and Diamond Scalloped Cluster Ring is a true statement of
Category
2010s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unique handmade Decorative Box Macassar & Shagreen 21st Century Australia
By Boucher & Co
Located in Queensland, AU
an amazing Art Deco exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne, Australia. The
Category
2010s Australian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Nickel
H 1.58 in W 7.29 in D 4.93 in
Diamond and Onyx Art Deco Ring with Baguette Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
Diamond baguette and French caree' step- cut diamonds surrounding an emerald cut onyx stone
set in 4 sharp NSEW claws
18ct white gold
Custom made to your size please contact our...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Art-Deco 0.84ct Transitional Diamond 'G/SI' Solitaire with Accents Platinum Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless & visually striking filigree design
this piece is dating back to an Art-Deco period
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
An Art-Deco c1930’s William Drummond 18K Yellow Gold 2mm Wedding Band
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
, Australia,
during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
This rounded Art-Deco Wedding Band is 2mm wide
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Crown Crystal Glass (Australia) 1930s 'Melon Rib' 5.5" Carnival Glass Vase
Located in NEWTOWN, AU
Australian domestic glassware in the last half of the 20th Century.
Many of the company's award-winning
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
Art-Deco Old-European Cut 0.35ct Diamond Single Stud Earring in 18K & Platinum
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
bezel set in Platinum
It’s dating back to an Art-Deco period – c1920’s,
yet is in a beautiful
Category
Vintage 1920s Australian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Valet Box Macassar Ebony leather lined 21st Century by Boucher & Co Australia
By Boucher & Co
Located in Queensland, AU
with rolled edges. Hinges and lock in Nickel Silver. Hand made in Toowoomba Australia. Signed and
Category
2010s Australian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Nickel
H 3.15 in W 15.36 in D 11.42 in
18-Karat Gold Free Form Australian Opal
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Australian opal, renowned for its captivating play of color. The opal displays vibrant hues of blue, green
Category
Vintage 1980s Art Deco Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Noble opal ring Precious australian Boulder Opal genuine
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
, Australia
color of opalescence - red, blue, green, yellow, orange
size of the ring - 59 - N 19 - 8.75 US
Category
2010s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
An Art-Deco 0.65ct Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire 18K Gold & Platinum Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless Solitaire with Accents design
this exquisite piece is dating back to
an Art-Deco
Category
Vintage 1920s Australian Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
William Drummond & Co Art-Deco 0.40ct Old Cut Diamond Solitaire 18K/Plat Ring
By William Drummond
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless Solitaire with Accents design
this piece is dating back to an Art-Deco period – c1930
Category
Vintage 1920s Australian Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Art Deco Silver Plate Handled Cocktail Shaker with Enameled Rooster on Lid
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco silver plate cocktail shaker of exaggerated geometric form with incised line decoration to
Category
Early 20th Century Australian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Art-Deco Three-Stone Trilogy Old Cut Bezel Set Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This visually striking Art-Deco piece of jewellery is
is crafted in 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum
Category
Vintage 1920s Australian Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art-Deco c1930's 18K White Gold & 0.35ct Old-European Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This visually striking original Art-Deco piece of jewellery
is crafted in 18K White Gold
with
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art-Deco Three-Stone 0.30ct Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum & 18K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Ring is an original Art-Deco piece,
dating from 1930’s
Jewellery of that era is always particularly
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
An Art-Deco Style Cabochon Cut Onyx, Ruby & Rose Cut Diamond Gold & Silver Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Unique Art-Deco Style Ring
exquisitely crafted in 18K White Gold Gold & Silver
(Silver Gilt
Category
Vintage 1960s Australian Art Deco Cluster Rings
Materials
Ruby, Onyx, Diamond, Silver, Gold
0.38ct Australian Opal Cluster Engagement Ring, Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite engagement ring showcases a captivating 0.38-carat Australian opal at its center
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold
Art-Deco Six Stone Old Cut Diamond (1.10ct) Half-Hoop Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
An Art-Deco 6-Stone Diamond Half-Hoop Ring
set with 6 Old-European Cut Diamonds of 1.10ct in
Category
Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Halo Diamond Platinum Marquise Turquoise Australian Opal Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamonds F-G Color VS2 Clarity, 0.40 Carats.
Size- 4-12
Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired Turquoise
Category
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Platinum
Opal ring Precious australian genuine Opal gift wedding anniversary wife natural
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
, Australia
color of opalescence - red, blue, green, yellow, orange
size of the ring - 59 - N 19 - 8.75 US
Category
2010s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Australian Gemstone Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black opal and diamonds
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.079 х
Category
2010s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Australian Gemstone Engagement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black opal and diamonds
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.079 х
Category
2010s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage Two-Tone Australian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
a natural oval-shaped Australian opal cabochon with a multi-color "play of color" in a pinfire
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Boulder Opal Silver Ring Australian Opal Wedding Anniversary Statement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
- Australia
opal measurements - 0.31 x 0.47 in / 8 х 12 mm
ring weight - 7.6 grams
ring size - 8 1/4 US
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Category
2010s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver
Handmade Platinum French U Pave Halo Diamond Australian Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. There are six round diamonds French U Pave on each side of the shank. There is a beautiful Art Deco
Category
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Photo Frame, Macassar, Ebony and Nickle in Art Deco Style. A perfect gift
By Boucher & Co
Located in Queensland, AU
passion for the Art Deco period.
This Photo Frame has been created with meticulous attention to detail
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
H 15.36 in W 11.03 in D 2.37 in
Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond 7.14 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.
Latest of my creations. A breathtaking Art Deco Inspired Australian Black Opal Emerald Cut and Round
Category
2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Chess Set - Board, Box & solid hand-made Ebony & Rock Maple Pieces
By Boucher & Co
Located in Queensland, AU
with red Shagreen.
Unique Art Deco inspired Chess Pieces are hand carved from solid black Ebony and
Category
2010s Australian Art Deco Game Boards
Materials
Nickel
True North Pendant with Australian Opal, Sri Lankan Opalescent Zircon & Diamonds
By Angel Alchemy Jewelry
Located in Kula, HI
True North Pendant ( chains sold separately ) Featuring a Gorgeous Purple 3D Australian Opal, Sri
Category
2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 0.67 in D 0.28 in L 1.54 in
Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 8.70 Carat Rare Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Latest of my creations. A breathtaking Art Deco Inspired Very Rare Multi Colored GIA Certified Lightning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Photo Frame, Burl Walnut, Ebony and Nickle in Art Deco Style. A perfect gift
By Boucher & Co
Located in Queensland, AU
passion for the Art Deco period.
“You light up my life” has been background etched into a cast bronze
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
H 15.36 in W 11.03 in D 2.37 in
18K Yellow Gold Halo Diamond Marquise Turquoise Australian Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamonds F-G Color VS2 Clarity, 0.40 Carats.
Size- 4-12
Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired Turquoise
Category
2010s North American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Turquoise, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Split Shank 18K Rose Gold Halo Diamond Australian Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian Opal Cabochon Cut 2.40-2.60 Carats 11 x 9 MM, 16 Round Diamonds, F-G Color VS2 Clarity 1.00 Carats
Category
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Opal Diamonds Gold Ring Precious Australian Gemstone Marilyn Monroe Style Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural opal and diamond 14k gold ring
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.28 x 0.35 x
Category
2010s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
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Art Deco Australia For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the art deco australia you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 74 vintage or 408 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for an art deco australia from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic art deco australia over the years, but those made by Kian Design, Matthew Ely and Cushla Whiting are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any art deco australia from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 397 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and emerald cut alternatives. When shopping for an art deco australia, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Art Deco Australia?
The price for an art deco australia starts at $130 and tops out at $117,100 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,019.
A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
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Questions About Art Deco Australia
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. 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, 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. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How was Art Deco furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
- Is Toulouse-Lautrec Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The work of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec falls into the Art Nouveau style, which was prevalent approximately during the period of 1890-1910. Following the Art Nouveau period was the Art Deco era, which is usually defined as the era between 1920 and 1930. Toulouse-Lautrec died in 1901 putting his art in the era of Art Nouveau, but certain aspects of it definitely hint at the coming Art Deco style considering the definite overlap of the two movements. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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