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.
$3,501Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Moldavian Kilim Rug Floral Large Livingroom Carpet Zig-Zag Border
Located in Wembley, GB
Large Vintage Moldavian Kilim Rug, Eastern Europe, 1940s Handwoven Wool Flatweave with Central Rose Medallion and Zig-Zag Border Size: 306 × 242 cm (10'0" × 7'11") This exceptional l...
Wool, Cotton
$7,573Sale Price|20% Off
Exclusive Livingroom Rug, Paisley Blue Rug, Silk & Wool Handmade Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
Exclusive magnificent handmade rug made of high-quality materials and designed from a very high-end rug workshop. The background of this floral rug shows this glittery blue rug as v...
Wool, Silk
$9,439Sale Price|20% Off
Exclusive Floral Rug, Blue Silk Handwoven Carpet, Symbolic Kurdish Oriental Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Exclusive magnificent unique handmade rug made of high-quality materials and design, from a very high-end rug workshop. The background of this floral rug shows this glittery yellow and blue rug...
Wool, Kork, Silk, Organic Material
$12,073Sale Price|20% Off
Exclusive Handwoven Carpet Runner Turquoise Geometric Striped Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Exclusive magnificent handmade runner rug made of high-quality materials and designed from a very high-end rug workshop. The background of this floral rug shows this glittery multicoloured rug...
Cotton, Silk
$15,915Sale Price|20% Off
Luxury Antique Runner Rugs, Handmade Carpet Runners Stair Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Caucasian Karabagh rugs and runners, circa 1890. These oriental rugs runners were made in the south-eastern Caucasus close to the Kazak district and bordering the north-eastern. These antique Runner rugs...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Kurdish Karabagh Runner with Art Deco Style, Wide Hallway Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
76832 Antique Kurdish Karabagh Runner with Art Deco Style, Wide Hallway Runner 04'07 x 14'07. Reflecting its extraordinary detail and incredible Caucasian artistry, this hand-knotted...
Wool
$7,902Sale Price|20% Off
Paisley Navy Blue Rug, Silk & Wool Handmade Carpet Exclusive Livingroom Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Exclusive magnificent handmade rug made of high-quality materials and designed by a very high-end rug workshop. The background of this floral rug shows this glittery navy blue and cr...
Wool, Silk, Organic Material
$7,902Sale Price|20% Off
Exclusive Floral Rug, Gold Silk Handwoven Carpet, Kurdish Oriental Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Exclusive magnificent handmade rug made of high-quality materials and design from a very high-end rug workshop. The background of this floral rug shows this glittery gold rug as very...
Wool, Silk, Organic Material
$2,908Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade Carpet Runners Rugs, Area Rugs, Geometric Stair Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Vintage Azeri Tribal Runner Rug 304x115cm – Handmade Oriental Wool Carpet – Persian Geometric Hallway Runner – Hand-Knotted Artisan Rug SEO Description Celebrate centuries of weavi...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
$3,402Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Rug Caucasian Karabagh, Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug, Floral Area Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
This colorful rug was handwoven and hand-dyed using traditional vegetable dye techniques in Karabagh. Using only the highest quality wool and cotton this handmade rug has light blue,...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
$1,865Sale Price|20% Off
Rust Geometric Kilim Runner, Handmade Tribal Wool Flatweave, Boho Hallway Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Vintage Geometric Large-Scale Pattern Orange Rust Kilim Rug, Tribal Flatweave, 1940s Make a bold design statement with this vintage geometric kilim rug, a striking large-scale patter...
Wool, Cotton
$6,915Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Antique Rug Caucasian Oriental Rug Handmade Carpet from Shirvan Area
Located in Wembley, GB
This rare antique rug hails from the Shirvan area, a testament to its rich history and exquisite craftsmanship. Hand-knotted with precision, this oriental masterpiece showcases a tra...
Cotton, Wool
$16,354Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Antique Rug Caucasian Oriental Rug Handmade Carpet from Shirvan Area
Located in Wembley, GB
Transport yourself back to the rich tapestry of history with our rare antique red rug, a true masterpiece from the Shirvan region of the Caucasus. Crafted by skilled artisans in the ...
Cotton, Wool
$4,719Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Rug Caucasian Oriental Rug Handmade Carpet from Shirvan Area
Located in Wembley, GB
Capture the timeless allure of the caucasus with our vintage Caucasian oriental handmade carpet from Shirvan area. Crafted with meticulous care, this exquisite piece showcases the ar...
Cotton, Wool, Organic Material
$12,018Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Vintage Rug Caucasian Oriental Rug Handmade Carpet from Shirvan Area
Located in Wembley, GB
Take a journey through time with our rare vintage rug, a masterpiece of craftsmanship hailing from the Shirvan region in the Caucasus. Hand-knotted with meticulous care, this rug carries the rich heritage of traditional weaving techniques, making each thread a testament to timeless artistry. Crafted in the 1980s, it bears the marks of its age proudly, showcasing its vintage allure and adding character to any space it graces. Measuring a substantial 260 x 206cm, this rug commands attention with its large size, making it the focal point of any room. The vibrant multi-colored palette, typical of Caucasian rugs, adds warmth and personality to your home decor. Whether laid out in the living room or adorning the dining area, its traditional motifs woven all over exude a sense of elegance and cultural richness. These carpets are made of all organic material including hand spun organic wool and natural vegetable dyes so they are eco friendly and pet friendly items without any harm for human. Embrace the beauty of the past with our rare vintage rug, a treasure trove of history and artistry that brings authenticity and charm to modern living spaces. Hand-knotted with precision, this large traditional rug...
Cotton, Wool
$1,953Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Antique Rug Caucasian Rug Karabagh Handmade Carpet Oriental Rugs for Sale
Located in Wembley, GB
Walk into the rich history and timeless charm with our rare antique Caucasian rug. This exquisite piece boasts a captivating weave, meticulously hand knotted to perfection. Crafted i...
Cotton, Wool
$3,786Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Rug Caucasian Karabagh Kilim, Yellow Wool Floral Kelim
Located in Wembley, GB
A stunning vintage Caucasian floral rug that seamlessly blends geometric design elements with all over floral weaving. Adorned with a central medallion surrounded by intricate patter...
Cotton, Wool, Organic Material
$3,073Sale Price|20% Off
Floral Antique Handmade Carpet Caucasian Rug from Karabagh Living Room Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Bold and beautiful, this rug will instantly uplift any room it's introduced to. Contrasting colours have been used in the construction of this stunning area rug. Deep Red, Brown and ...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
$2,641Sale Price|30% Off
Fine Allander Pure Superior Quality Mohair Rug Great for Livingroom
By House of Fraser
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Fine Superior Quality 100% Pure Mohair rug retailed through Alders A very good looking and well-made Mohair rug. This piece is super qualit...
Mohair
Caucasian Kuba Small Antique Runner
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century high decorative Caucasian Kuba runner with a colorful repetitive design on a navy color field Measures: 3'4'' x 7'6''.
Wool
Late 19th Century Handmade Caucasian Kazak Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Caucasian Kazak accent rug handmade during the late 19th century. Measures: 6' 3" x 8' 7".
Wool
Caucasian Karabakh (Qarabag) Carpet, 1950-1970
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is a vintage Karabakh rug woven in the southern Caucasus during the mid-20th century circa 1950 – 1970 and measures 287 by 158 CM in size. This piece has a triple medallion desi...
Wool
1870's Antique Caucasian Bordjalou Kazak Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
70950 Antique Caucasian Bordjalou Kazak Rug, 04'00 x 07'11. Late 19th-century, 1870s hand-knotted wool antique Caucasian Bordjalou Kazak rugs are renowned for their meticulous craftsmanship and distinct designs. Originating from the Bordjalou district in the Caucasus region, these antique Kazak rugs are characterized by bold geometric patterns, large-scale motifs, and a vibrant color palette featuring deep reds, rich blues, and earthy tones. Hand-knotted using the Turkish knot technique and made from high-quality wool, these rugs are known for their durability and intricate detailing. Each rug carries cultural and symbolic meanings, reflecting the weaver's heritage and personal stories. These antique Bordjalou...
Wool
Traditional Handwoven Wool Runner Area Rug 2'6 x 8'
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Specific aspects of colors and designs have been incorporated in this high quality collection of Timeless Classic Oriental designs, handwoven in China. The wool used, is a mixture of Mongolian and New Zealand wools. These lustrous wools come from sheep’s wool with a high content of lanolin. This improves the resiliency and therefore the quality of the carpet. The knot system used is the oriental Senneh...
Wool
1900s Blue Geometric Tribal Antique Caucasian Kilim Rug 5'8"x7'6" Woven Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Caucasian Kuba Kilim ( 5'8" x 7'6" - 173 x 229 ) Antique Kilim Small Scatter Size Wool Dark Rug, Circa Date: 1900s. This striking flatweave piece captures the rob...
Wool
Antique Hand-Knotted Kazak Carpet, Wool, 1890s, Kazakhstan
Located in Savannah, GA
Handwoven in the Caucas Mountains this lovely carpet features powerful graphics including good luck symbols. Nice coloration. See measurements below.
Wool
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
W 49 in L 118 in
The Guardian Lineage: 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Masterpiece of Tribal Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
77013 Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug 04'01 x 09'10. The Guardian Lineage: A Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Masterpiece of Tribal Grace. This hand knotted wool Late 19th Century antiq...
Wool
$26,000
W 108 in L 216 in
1890s Multi Geometric Antique Caucasian Kilim Flatweave 9'x18' Wool Carpet Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Over-Size Caucasian Flat-Weave ( 9' x 18' - 274 x 548 cm ) This flatwoven monumental oversized tribal antique Caucasian rug, dating to the late nineteenth century, is a...
Wool
$2,217Sale Price|20% Off
W 48 in L 54 in
The Tribal Codex: An Antique Caucasian Kazak Masterpiece of Symbolic Power
Located in Dallas, TX
72884 Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug, 04’00 x 04’06. The Tribal Codex: An Antique Caucasian Kazak Masterpiece of Symbolic Power. There is an undeniable authority woven into this hand-kn...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Stunning Antique Bakshaish Carpet, 12'4'' x 14'7''
Located in New York, NY
A 3rd quarter of the 19th century Bakshaish large room-size geometric tribal rug Measures: 12'4" x 14'7'. item j3454
Wool
Early 20th Century Kurdish Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Kurdish runner with a sweet all-over crimson and indigo floral pattern on a dark indigo background. The border is complex woven with multiple g...
Wool
Rare Antique Rug Caucasian Medallion Rug Handmade Carpet from Kazak Area
Located in Wembley, GB
Transform your living space with the timeless elegance of our rare antique caucasian medallion rug. Crafted by skilled artisans in the Kazak area during the 1880s, this exquisite mas...
Cotton, Wool
Afshari antique rug 6.8 x 4.8 ft natural color Bothe design blue rust
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Afshari antique rug 6.8 x 4.8 ft natural color Bothe design blue rust Antique nomadic carpet, hand-knotted from wool. Afshar rugs are knotted by the Afsha...
Wool
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite Chinese Art Deco rug with a multi-colored peonies against a dark cranberry field with no border.
Wool
Floral Kilim Rug Antique Decorative Area Rug Handmade Carpet Moldova
Located in Wembley, GB
This antique Moldovan Kilim Rug features a stunning symmetrical decorative Floral Design Carpet with rich green, pink and red colours woven intricately throughout. Vibrant in both colour and design, this handwoven rug is sure to uplift any room it is introduced too. This vintage Moldovan...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material, Natural Fiber
Unusual Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual Chinese Art Deco rug with a wonderful bold solid indigo field and flowering tree branch in each corner, each with an auspicious...
Wool
Floral Antique Kilim Rug, Handmade Carpet and Handwoven Rug in Karabagh
Located in Wembley, GB
This colorful Oriental rug was handwoven and hand-dyed using traditional vegetable dye techniques in Karabagh. Using only the highest quality wool and cotton this flat-weave rug has ...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Gorgeous Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a wonderful pale sea-foam green field surrounded by a wide gold border. A bridge in the lower right corner leads to a pond wit...
Wool
Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A simple and sophisticated early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a dark indigo field surrounded by a wide grey border. A multicolored flowering tree peony decorates each corner.
Wool
Beautiful Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with an asymmetrical pattern containing a peacock perched on scholar's rocks overlooking a hill with a deer, woven in red, gold, g...
Wool