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Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

ART DECO STYLE

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

  • Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
  • Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
  • Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
  • Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory

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.

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Style: Art Deco
Antique Alcazar Range & Heater Co Acme Enameled Porcelain Gas Kitchen Stove
Antique Alcazar Range & Heater Co Acme Enameled Porcelain Gas Kitchen Stove

Antique Alcazar Range & Heater Co Acme Enameled Porcelain Gas Kitchen Stove

Located in Dayton, OH

This vintage appliance is a cook stove manufactured by the Alcazar Range & Heater Co. of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during the 1920s to early 1930s. Structurally, the unit features a ...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Enamel

Vintage Super Shell Gas Pump by Martin and Schwartz, Restored, 1940s
Vintage Super Shell Gas Pump by Martin and Schwartz, Restored, 1940s

Vintage Super Shell Gas Pump by Martin and Schwartz, Restored, 1940s

Located in Alpha, NJ

This vintage Super Shell Gas Martin and Schwartz model 70 Gas Pump is in very good condition. This pump has been fully restored. Lighting elements are operational, pump elements have...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Exclusive Royal SPOON Sterling Silver Coronation Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II
Exclusive Royal SPOON Sterling Silver Coronation Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II

Exclusive Royal SPOON Sterling Silver Coronation Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II

Located in Wembley, GB

A Rare case of antique valuable royal sterling silver Spoon. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver Spoon case. Celebrating the 1977 Coronation Jubilee of Quee...

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1970s British Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Binoculars With Leather Case France 1920s
Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Binoculars With Leather Case France 1920s

Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Binoculars With Leather Case France 1920s

Located in Bochum, NRW

Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, France 1920s A stunning set of opera or theatre binoculars in original leather case. Gorgeous Mother-of-pearl inset ...

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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Old Rotary Telephone Red Copper Bakelite KTAS 1930s
Old Rotary Telephone Red Copper Bakelite KTAS 1930s

Old Rotary Telephone Red Copper Bakelite KTAS 1930s

Located in Poperinge, BE

Rare old rotary telephone made of black lacquered steel, copper-plated steel, brass and a bakelite receiver, probably by KTAS, model unknown but in the style of the D30, Denmark, ca ...

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1930s Danish Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Restored Vintage Gulf Gas Pump, Enameled Steel and Glass, c. 1940s
Restored Vintage Gulf Gas Pump, Enameled Steel and Glass, c. 1940s

Restored Vintage Gulf Gas Pump, Enameled Steel and Glass, c. 1940s

Located in Alpha, NJ

This vintage Gulf Gas Pump is in very good condition. This pump has been fully restored. Lighting elements are operational, pump elements have been removed.

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Paris Berlin Art Deco 1900-1933 Coffee Table Book
Paris Berlin Art Deco 1900-1933 Coffee Table Book

Paris Berlin Art Deco 1900-1933 Coffee Table Book

Located in New York, NY

The 'Paris Berlin 1900-1933 ' is a soft-cover book covering an exhibition from July 12-November 6, 1978, at The Centre Pompidou, Paris, France. Book cover...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Restored 1945 Vintage Gilbarco Esso Gas Pump Model 96, Enameled Steel
Restored 1945 Vintage Gilbarco Esso Gas Pump Model 96, Enameled Steel

Restored 1945 Vintage Gilbarco Esso Gas Pump Model 96, Enameled Steel

Located in Alpha, NJ

This vintage Gilbarco Esso Gas Pump is in very good condition. This pump has been fully restored. Lighting elements are operational, pump elements have been removed.

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Vintage 1930s Underwood Model 6 (?) Grey Color Manual Typewriter
Vintage 1930s Underwood Model 6 (?) Grey Color Manual Typewriter

Vintage 1930s Underwood Model 6 (?) Grey Color Manual Typewriter

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage 1930s Underwood Model 6 (?) Grey Color Manual Typewriter. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 9.5" H x 16" W x 13" D.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Restored Vintage Sinclair Dino Bowser 575 Gas Pump, c. 1940s, USA
Restored Vintage Sinclair Dino Bowser 575 Gas Pump, c. 1940s, USA

Restored Vintage Sinclair Dino Bowser 575 Gas Pump, c. 1940s, USA

Located in Alpha, NJ

This vintage Bowser 575 Gas pump is in very good condition. This pump has been fully restored. Lighting elements are operational, pump elements have been removed.

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Vintage Underwood Universal Manual Typewriter
Vintage Underwood Universal Manual Typewriter

Vintage Underwood Universal Manual Typewriter

By Underwood Universal

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is an early 20th century period typewriter by Underwood Universal. The typewriter is functional.. J key sticks a bit. The ribbons can still be acquired for it. It comes with a...

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20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Vintage Gilbarco Texaco Sky Chief Gas Pump, Enameled Steel, 1945, USA
Vintage Gilbarco Texaco Sky Chief Gas Pump, Enameled Steel, 1945, USA

Vintage Gilbarco Texaco Sky Chief Gas Pump, Enameled Steel, 1945, USA

Located in Alpha, NJ

This vintage Gilbarco Texico Sky Chief Gas Pump is in very good condition. This pump has been fully restored. Lighting elements are operational, pump elements have been removed.

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Steel

19th Century Old Study Camera in Oak Wood with Height Adjustable and Brake
19th Century Old Study Camera in Oak Wood with Height Adjustable and Brake

19th Century Old Study Camera in Oak Wood with Height Adjustable and Brake

Located in Miami, FL

Amazing late 19th century French oak camera from Spain. Made in oak and gold metal and in its color. Beautiful piece of decoration. Measures: Adjustable height 55.11in-66.92in.

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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

'Marihuana' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1930s
'Marihuana' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1930s

'Marihuana' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1930s

Located in Devon, GB

Claiming to be a "Daring Drug Expose!", this early exploitation film evaded strict censorship of its lurid content ("Weird Orgies, Wild Parties, Unleashed Passions!") by claiming to ...

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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Vintage Polly Gas Tokheim Model 36B Gas Pump, Restored, Circa 1930s
Vintage Polly Gas Tokheim Model 36B Gas Pump, Restored, Circa 1930s

Vintage Polly Gas Tokheim Model 36B Gas Pump, Restored, Circa 1930s

Located in Alpha, NJ

This vintage Polly Gas Tokheim Model 36B Gas Pump is in very good condition. This pump has been fully restored. Lighting elements are operational, pump elements have been removed.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Grandfather Clock Radio by Silvertone, Circa 1931
Grandfather Clock Radio by Silvertone, Circa 1931

Grandfather Clock Radio by Silvertone, Circa 1931

By Silvertone

Located in Fulton, CA

Scarce, Silvertone clock radio. Made by the Colonial Radio Company in 1931 and retailed under the Silvertone name by Sears Roebuck Company. Exceptional con...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Steel

Vintage Art Deco Vanity Set, circa 1930s
Vintage Art Deco Vanity Set, circa 1930s

Vintage Art Deco Vanity Set, circa 1930s

Located in Chicago, IL

This charming set of brushes and jars was once used by a well-to-do lady to store her cosmetics and maintain an elegant updo hairstyle. Also known as a toilet service...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Silverplate Greyhound Dog Head Black Umbrella Oak Walking Stick Cane 38"
Antique Silverplate Greyhound Dog Head Black Umbrella Oak Walking Stick Cane 38"

Antique Silverplate Greyhound Dog Head Black Umbrella Oak Walking Stick Cane 38"

Located in Dayton, OH

This antique walking-stick style umbrella showcases exceptional character, highlighted by an expressive, figural silverplate cast-metal handle meticulously sculpted into the head of ...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver Plate

FRENCH SILVER Carving Knife Exclusive Royal Cutlery Sterling Silver Fork & Knife
FRENCH SILVER Carving Knife Exclusive Royal Cutlery Sterling Silver Fork & Knife

FRENCH SILVER Carving Knife Exclusive Royal Cutlery Sterling Silver Fork & Knife

Located in Wembley, GB

A Rare case of antique valuable royal sterling silver makers mark for Henry Soufflot (1884-1910), the foliate cast handles monogrammed GM, the fork with hinged long-tailed bird to th...

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1880s French Antique Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Chaplin 'Burlesque on Carmen' Original Linocut Movie Poster, Swedish, 1920
Chaplin 'Burlesque on Carmen' Original Linocut Movie Poster, Swedish, 1920

Chaplin 'Burlesque on Carmen' Original Linocut Movie Poster, Swedish, 1920

Located in Devon, GB

An extremely rare early linocut poster for the first Swedish release of Charlie Chaplin's 1915 comedy short 'Burlesque on Carmen,’ his thirteenth film for Essanay Studios. A parody of Cecil B. DeMille’s 1915 ‘Carmen’ starring Geraldine Farrar and the near simultaneous release of William Fox’s ‘Carmen’ starring Theda Bara...

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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Linen, Paper

Rare tin can of the Belgian royal family from the 1930s
Rare tin can of the Belgian royal family from the 1930s

Rare tin can of the Belgian royal family from the 1930s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A rare tin box from the 1930s, adorned with the portraits of the children of Belgian King Leopold III - Boudewijn, Astrid, and Albert II. A beautiful blue can with Art Deco decoratio...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Tin

The Mills Double Deluxe Violano Virtuoso
The Mills Double Deluxe Violano Virtuoso

The Mills Double Deluxe Violano Virtuoso

By Mills Novelty Company

Located in New Orleans, LA

One of only a handful ever made, this Double DeLuxe Violano Virtuoso, created by the Mills Novelty Company, is an extremely rare example of American musical automata, featuring not one, but two brilliantly tuned violins. Singled out by the U.S. government in 1909 as one of the eight greatest inventions of the decade when it was introduced at the Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition, the Mills DeLuxe Violano-Virtuoso stands as one of the most important and incredible musical devices ever made. The “Double Mills,” as it was nicknamed, plays classical, operatic and popular music. It can play on a single or up to 15 nickels and has the ability to run for approximately an hour. It produces exceptional sound with a crisp tonal quality and melodious notes. Housed in a beautiful quarter-sawn oak case, each violin produces 64 notes and is accompanied by a 44-note piano. It is truly rare to find a historical musical mechanism so complete, with such remarkable sound quality and in excellent condition. This particular Violano has been updated with a digital player system that allows song selections to be made over a WiFi connection. This gives the user a choice between digital downloads or traditional paper rolls for added convenience. Perfected and patented in 1912 by Henry K. Sandell, the Violano-Virtuoso was produced in limited quantities until 1929 and could be found in the very finest restaurants, hotels and oceanliners. In fact, the Violano-Virtuoso was one of the few American-made mechanical musical devices to be distributed worldwide to the most exclusive international clientele. The below testimonial was sent to the Mills Company by the Governor of Idaho, aptly describing the incredible music produced by the Violano-Virtuoso. Dear Sir, Have just had the pleasure of listening to your wonderful Automatic Violin and Piano on exhibition at the Government Building here. This marvelous instrument certainly far surpasses anything that I have eve heard in automatic music. The tone and expression of the violin and the piano are so perfect and clear that is really hard to believe but that there is the human hand playing..." Indeed, for the price of a nickel, the Mills Violano...

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20th Century North American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Wood

'For Heaven's Sake' Original Vintage Movie Poster by Eric Rohman, Swedish, 1926
'For Heaven's Sake' Original Vintage Movie Poster by Eric Rohman, Swedish, 1926

'For Heaven's Sake' Original Vintage Movie Poster by Eric Rohman, Swedish, 1926

By Eric Rohman

Located in Devon, GB

Printed in stunning stone lithography, this extremely rare poster was designed by prolific poster artist Eric Rohman for the original Swedish release of the action-packed 1926 American silent comedy 'For Heaven's Sake,' starring Harold Lloyd - one of the biggest stars of the silent era. After several years at Pathé, Lloyd made his debut at Paramount with this delightful slapstick classic, in which his trademark go-getting 'glasses' character appears as Uptown Boy J. Harold Manners, a millionaire playboy who falls for a Downtown Girl. With a dazzling finale featuring a double-decker bus careering through the city streets, the comedy of thrills was one of Lloyd's most successful films and the 12th highest grossing film of the silent era. Rohman's whimsical lunar poster design was inspired by a charming scene in which Harold woos his Downtown Girl (Jobyna Ralston) by the romantic light of a crescent moon - which is then revealed to be part of a neon sign for Crescent Laundry! Lushly printed in lapis blue, black and a contrasting orange, the enchanting Art Deco style artwork pictures the loved up...

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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Linen, Paper

'Ready For Love' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1934
'Ready For Love' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1934

'Ready For Love' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1934

Located in Devon, GB

The dazzling Art Deco design, standout typography and vividly contrasting candy pink and emerald green tones combine to irresistible effect on this rare US One Sheet poster for the 1...

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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper, Linen

Antique Danish SNTS Morse Telegraph Register Wheatstone transmitter w motor
Antique Danish SNTS Morse Telegraph Register Wheatstone transmitter w motor

Antique Danish SNTS Morse Telegraph Register Wheatstone transmitter w motor

Located in Sweden, SE

The telegraph apparatus made in early 20th century and equipped with electric motor (Københavns Elektromotor Fabrik) perhaps later ca 1925. The brass and steel instrument is state of the art creation by legendary Danish engineers. Very good, minimal age n usage wear, original state, very well preserved and likely functioning. Please study high-res pictures for cosmetic condition! Register serial 70868. app. 14,5 cm high (6”) 27 cm deep (11”) and 22 cm wide (9”). App. 6,2 kg weight it is going to measure some 9 kg packed for shipment. Wheatstone type transmitter was produced by The Great Northern Telegraph Company (Det Store Nordiske Telegrafselskab A / S) that was founded in Denmark in June 1869. It was set up as a merger of three recently established telegraph companies initiated by Danish industrial mogul Carl Frederik Tietgen. The aim of the firm was to create a worldwide telegraph company. The former headquarters of the GNTC on The Bund, Shanghai. The starting point of The Great Northern Telegraph Company (now GN Store Nord) was a concession agreement, which C.F. Tietgen made with the Russian Tzar...

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Framed Cyprus Tourist Poster by Baynard Press of England
Art Deco Framed Cyprus Tourist Poster by Baynard Press of England

Art Deco Framed Cyprus Tourist Poster by Baynard Press of England

By Baynard Press, London

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This poster was made by the Baynard Press of London, England in approximately 1920 and issued by the Government of Cyprus to promote travel to Cyprus in the period Art Deco style. Th...

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Vintage Underwood Rhythm Touch Art Deco Typewriter w/ Green Keyboard Circa 1950
Vintage Underwood Rhythm Touch Art Deco Typewriter w/ Green Keyboard Circa 1950

Vintage Underwood Rhythm Touch Art Deco Typewriter w/ Green Keyboard Circa 1950

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Underwood Rhythm Touch Art Deco Style Manual Typewriter w/ Green Keyboard Circa 1950. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 17.5" W x 13.5" D.

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Important Linocut Print and Unique Biographical Documents for Eduard Ulreich
Important Linocut Print and Unique Biographical Documents for Eduard Ulreich

Important Linocut Print and Unique Biographical Documents for Eduard Ulreich

By Eduard Buk Ulreich

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Both a unique work of art and an extraordinary historical document, this print and group of documents were created by Eduard Buk Ulreich, best known as a muralist for Radio City Musi...

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1960s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Canadian WW1 21st Regiment Soldier's Uniform Buttons, Badges & Medals Grouping
Canadian WW1 21st Regiment Soldier's Uniform Buttons, Badges & Medals Grouping

Canadian WW1 21st Regiment Soldier's Uniform Buttons, Badges & Medals Grouping

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This grouping of some three dozen WW1 items come from the estate of CPL. D.C Stewart who served in the Infantry of the 21st Regiment of the Canadian Armed Fo...

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Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Brass

Antique Gilbert & Barker Red Self Measuring Type 208 Vintage Curbside Gas Pump
Antique Gilbert & Barker Red Self Measuring Type 208 Vintage Curbside Gas Pump

Antique Gilbert & Barker Red Self Measuring Type 208 Vintage Curbside Gas Pump

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique Gilbert & Barker Red Self Measuring Type 208 Vintage Curbside Gas Pump. Item ...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Pair of Art Deco Marigold Carnival Glass Rolls Royce or Packard Bud Vases
Pair of Art Deco Marigold Carnival Glass Rolls Royce or Packard Bud Vases

Pair of Art Deco Marigold Carnival Glass Rolls Royce or Packard Bud Vases

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of automobile bud vases are unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in approximately 1920 in the period Art Deco style. The vases are done with a thick clear glass in a fluted form, with marigold iridescent or carnival glass accents around the bulbous tops. These bud vases were used in luxury cars, and these came from an automotive collector with various Rolls Royce items, which these were included in. The Rolls Royce ashtray...

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Art Glass

His Masters Voice Large Advertising Paper Mache RCA Store Display 'Nipper' Dog
His Masters Voice Large Advertising Paper Mache RCA Store Display 'Nipper' Dog

His Masters Voice Large Advertising Paper Mache RCA Store Display 'Nipper' Dog

By Old King Cole

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This large advertising store display 'Nipper' dog was made by the Old King Cole Company of Ohio, and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a period Art Deco style. The sculpture is done entirely of a molded paper mache which has been hand painted with a white ground, and black accents with some gold finish on the collar. This RCA advertising store display has been restored at some time, as evidenced by the re-painting of the entire sculpture. There is some overall wear as presented in the photos and consistent with age and use,. This figural advertising 'Nipper' dog is clearly signed with a red paper label for the 'Old King Cole Company' inside the hind quarter with the crown logo. These store display Nipper dogs were done for several years for RCA, and the first ones were done in paper mache, and later done in fiberglass and the last renditions done in a molded plastic. This advertising sculpture...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Vintage Black Dial Telephone Bakelite PTT Ericsson Type 1951
Vintage Black Dial Telephone Bakelite PTT Ericsson Type 1951

Vintage Black Dial Telephone Bakelite PTT Ericsson Type 1951

Located in Poperinge, BE

Vintage rotary or dial telephone, made entirely of Bakelite, designed in 1951 by Ericsson for the PTT, the design is based on its art deco style predecessor, the Ericsson model 1931....

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Bakelite

Large Slag Glass Green Chunk Natural Specimen Rock 45 Pound Stone Garden Element
Large Slag Glass Green Chunk Natural Specimen Rock 45 Pound Stone Garden Element

Large Slag Glass Green Chunk Natural Specimen Rock 45 Pound Stone Garden Element

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Large Slag Glass Green Chunk Natural Specimen Rock Approx 45 Pound Stone Garden Element. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 7" H x 18" W x 10" D.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Glass

Carnival de Nice France Historical Journal French Memorabilia
Carnival de Nice France Historical Journal French Memorabilia

Carnival de Nice France Historical Journal French Memorabilia

Located in Miami, FL

A historical piece of nostalgic journal art dated 1912, Carnival or Carnaval de Nice, France from Le Petit Journal. Two years prior to the First World...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Collection of Six Santa Claus Christmas Bottles, vintage German 1930s or older
Collection of Six Santa Claus Christmas Bottles, vintage German 1930s or older

Collection of Six Santa Claus Christmas Bottles, vintage German 1930s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A really beautiful collection of six Santa Claus Belsnickle and Gnome Art Deco decanter bottles. Some have original cork stoppers. In very good condition with no chips, with signs of...

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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Art Glass

1920s Popsicle Mold Vintage Industrial Good Humor Relic Prop
1920s Popsicle Mold Vintage Industrial Good Humor Relic Prop

1920s Popsicle Mold Vintage Industrial Good Humor Relic Prop

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Complete with the stainless steel stick holder/mount that sets on the mold.

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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

English Art Deco Royal Commemorative Porcelain Coronation Set
English Art Deco Royal Commemorative Porcelain Coronation Set

English Art Deco Royal Commemorative Porcelain Coronation Set

Located in New York, NY

This collection of English commemorative ware consists of a 1937 Edward VIII coronation tea set, two 1837 Edward VIII coronation plates, a 1937 Edward VIII coronation flute, and a 1939 plate commemorating George VI and Queen Elizabeth's trip to the United States and Canada. The Coronation tea set consists of a teapot, two cups, each with a saucer, a creamer and a coupe-shaped, open sugar bowl. The teapot, cups, creamer, and sugar bowl all feature Edward VIII's coronation portrait on the front and his seal on the back. The teapot, creamer, and sugar bowl are each circumscribed with gold trim and feature a delightful cracklature. Each piece is stamped "Made in England" and the teapot is also stamped "Lancasters LTD". The two conical-shaped teacups have handles which are decorated with a fine, royal blue line. The rim of each teacup, as well as their saucers, are also adorned with royal blue lines. Each piece is stamped "Made in England". The scalloped edged Edward VIII coronation plate offers a 24-karat gold trim and features Edward VIII's coronation portrait and seal, the back is stamped "L&Sons LTD". The second coronation plate is square with scalloped corners. In the center of the plate is a grisaille portrait...

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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Gold

Anglo-Indian Art Deco Silver Presentation Casket
Anglo-Indian Art Deco Silver Presentation Casket

Anglo-Indian Art Deco Silver Presentation Casket

Located in London, GB

This Anglo-Indian silver casket is inscribed on a central panel to the front with the following: 'Presented to / Mr. A. L. Guildford, B.Sc. M.I.E....

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Early 20th Century Indian Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

Martin and Schwartz Restored Vintage Blue Sunoco Gas Pump c. 1940s
Martin and Schwartz Restored Vintage Blue Sunoco Gas Pump c. 1940s

Martin and Schwartz Restored Vintage Blue Sunoco Gas Pump c. 1940s

Located in Alpha, NJ

This vintage Blue Sunoco Gas Martin & Schwartz Model 70 gas pump is a beautifully restored example of classic American petroliana. Featuring the iconic Sunoco blue color scheme, ...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Antique Wood Sign From Pratt Institute
Antique Wood Sign From Pratt Institute

Antique Wood Sign From Pratt Institute

Located in New York, NY

Great antique sign originally from the world renown design, art school Pratt Institute in NYC. The sign is constructed of solid wood, having a black ba...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Art deco Peugeot Freres Coffee Grinder
Vintage Art deco Peugeot Freres Coffee Grinder

Vintage Art deco Peugeot Freres Coffee Grinder

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Vintage Art deco Peugeot Freres Coffee Grinder This Vintage Peugeot Freres Bakelite manual coffee grinder an art deco classic from Peugeot brand. The hand crank mechanism perfect f...

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1930s Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Bakelite

Art Deco Metal Post Office Box Covers with Lock
Art Deco Metal Post Office Box Covers with Lock

Art Deco Metal Post Office Box Covers with Lock

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Gorgeous Art Deco style metal post office box covers. There are three available. The edges have a Greek key motif around the edges. A lock at the top i...

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20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Cast Metal Charles Lindbergh "The Aviator" Commemorative Bookends
Antique Cast Metal Charles Lindbergh "The Aviator" Commemorative Bookends

Antique Cast Metal Charles Lindbergh "The Aviator" Commemorative Bookends

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This set of cast and patinated bookends are signed by an unknown maker, but presumed to be early examples made by COPR of the United States during the 1920's in the period Art Deco style. The bookends show a relief depicting Charles Lindbergh with an American Eagle on one bottom corner and the Spirit of St. Louis on the adjacent corner. The base has the title "The Aviator...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

1971 Folies Bergère Starring Hélène Martini Vintage Cabaret Pamphlet by Erté
1971 Folies Bergère Starring Hélène Martini Vintage Cabaret Pamphlet by Erté

1971 Folies Bergère Starring Hélène Martini Vintage Cabaret Pamphlet by Erté

Located in Van Nuys, CA

French artist Erté (Romain de Tirtoff, 1892-1990) created this poster for the latest stage production presented by Helene Martini, the owner of Folies Bergère. This iconic French cab...

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1970s European Vintage Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

LARGE SELECTION OF ANTIQUE & VINTAGE ASPREY GARRARD & CO SHOP DISPLAY BOXEs
LARGE SELECTION OF ANTIQUE & VINTAGE ASPREY GARRARD & CO SHOP DISPLAY BOXEs

LARGE SELECTION OF ANTIQUE & VINTAGE ASPREY GARRARD & CO SHOP DISPLAY BOXEs

By Asprey & Garrard Limited

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this suite of vintage Garrard & Co formally Asprey & Garrard shop display and gift boxes A very good and qu...

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks, circa 1930
Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks, circa 1930

Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks, circa 1930

Located in Devon, England

Extremely stylish and totally original are these matching pair of English 1930s Art Deco modernist enamel gents cufflinks. Fabulous geometric patterning and color, with a slight mode...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Silver Leaf

Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks, circa 1930
Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks, circa 1930

Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks, circa 1930

Located in Devon, England

Extremely stylish and totally original are these matching pair of English 1930s Art Deco modernist enamel gents cufflinks. Fabulous geometric patterning and color, with a slight mode...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel

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