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How do I identify Art Deco furniture?
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To 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Art Deco Amsterdamse School Oak Extra Large Credenza or Sideboard, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare extra large credenza or sideboard.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak base with two original solid macassar ebony handles on both doors.
This ...
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Credenzas
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Macassar, Oak
Fast Track, Vintage Style Dining Chairs in Burnt Orange Velvet
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
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2010s Spanish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
Art Deco Style White Milk Glass Handmade Chandelier, Pendant, Lantern, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Art Deco style white milk glass handmade chandelier, pendant, lantern, a pair.
A gorgeous handcrafted with individual panels, this pair...
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1990s Unknown Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
"Triton with Dolphin", Art Deco Low Bowl in Blue with Aquatic Creatures, France
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bold and striking, this unique low bowl or plate depicts a form of Triton that is part man, part horse and part fish -- known as an ichthyocentaur -- who is cavorting in the sea with...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Saint Gobain Glass etched ashtray, Centerpiece Luce, signed Müller
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Large Art Deco ashtray, Centerpiece, france 1935
thick Saint Gobain Glass.
etched Deer motive.
Signed Müller Freres Luneville.
Style of Jean Luce.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Art Deco arc-shaped wooden coffee table with two tops, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco arc-shaped wooden coffee table with two tops, 1930s
Wooden coffee table with two rectangular tops. The structure is curved and rounded in the shape of an arch, the t...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood