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Art Deco Seating

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
Art Deco Leo Armchair Lounge Chair Jacquard Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Leo Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Leo puts a modern twist on the traditional armchair. The sumptuous upholstery in mint green...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Eclipse Stool in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Eclipse stool in cream shagreen by R&Y Augousti is geometric and sculptural. A jewel-like amorphous shape, this piece is completely inlaid in shagree...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

1930s Central European Wooden Armchair
Located in High Point, NC
Striking and sophisticated, this vintage armchair offers a unique period piece. Made in Central Europe in the 1930s, the design takes inspiration from the elegant geometries of Vienn...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Pair of Gugliemo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Armchairs, 1940s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Particular pair of armchairs attributed to the famous architect Guglielmo Ulrich, the upholstery is original from the time but replacement is recommended. Production from the 1940s i...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Art Deco Genebra Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Genebra armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Genebra armchair is designed to give your living room a sophisticated vintage look. The armchair is upholstered in dark blue velvet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Wood

South African Cabinetmaker Rocking Lounge Chair in Mohair and Solid Wood 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
South African Cabinetmaker Rocking Lounge Chair in Mohair and Solid Wood 1930s. It is not very often you come across something as special as this rocking chair. A unique piece, made...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Seating

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Art Deco J. Halabala Armchair
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1940, Czech Republic. Designed by a famous Czech designer Jindrich Halabala, (a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding creators of the modern period....
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Walnut

Dutch Art Deco side chair, School of Amsterdam
Located in Beerse, VAN
Decorative chair from the Dutch art deco period. The strict and modern architecture shows that it’s of the Amsterdam School. The chair is from the 1920s or 1930s. The chair is in g...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Oak

Ernesto Valabrega Rare Armchair in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega, armchair, oak, fabric, Italy, ca. 1935 A lounge chair in oak and beige floral patterned upholstery by Italian designer Ernesto Valabrega. The expansive upholstere...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

French Art Deco Dining Chair with Straw Seat and Geometrical Backrest
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chair, darkened pine, straw, France, 1930s This lovely chair made in France in the 1930s, displays a charming and rustic elegance. The type of upholstery and construction, gi...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Straw, Pine, Lacquer

1950's Exeptional Vintage Bent Stick Rattan Sofa
Located in North Fort Myers, US
Exceptional vintage bent stick rattan refinished sofa that has new custom textured Boucle style white fabric and pink and green cheetah throw pillows. Custom form fitted new cushion...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood, Rattan

Unique Italian Pair of Dining Chairs in Cerused Chestnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of dining chairs, cerused chestnut, Italy, early 1940s This delightful Italian-made pair of dining chairs, originating from roughly the early 1940s, is a stunning representati...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Tufted Curved Shell Settee' .. fuchsia pink velvet / Denmark
Located in Buffalo, NY
Art Deco Tufted Curved Shell Sette / Denmark.. Retains original fuchsia pink velvet upholstery..Amazing color nice original condition,, could use a good cleaning.. interior foam hard...
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1950s Danish Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Elegant Matching Pair French Art Deco 1930's Tub Chairs With Original Upholstery
Located in High Wycombe, GB
An Elegant Pair of French Art Deco tub chairs, raised on square tapered legs with ebonised and ivorine inlay with original upholstery. In the style of Sue et Mare. The spirit of c...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Macassar

Pair of Chairs in the Style of André Arbus, Austria 1940s
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Elegant Austrian 1940s lacquered pearwood and tan leather pair of chairs in the style of André Arbus with curved front legs and unique casters.
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1940s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Pearwood

Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Black Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Flute bar stool embodies simplicity and comfort for relaxing moments, with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Orange Corduroy and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, corduroy, walnut, beech, metal, France, 1930s These elegantly crafted lounge chairs hail from one of the most significant periods in art history, the Art Deco Mov...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Metal

Fast Track, Vintage Style Dining Chairs in Burnt Orange Velvet
Located in New York, NY
This armchair embodies ease, plushness, and coziness. Crafted from linen and solid wood structure with swivel base. The secret lies in the intricate particulars, which is why the sta...
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2010s Spanish Art Deco Seating

Materials

Metal

Bespoke Art Deco Style Mustard Yellow Velvet Chaise Longue With Grey Piping
Located in London, GB
Beautifully curved, this Art Deco style bespoke chaise longue is upholstered in mustard yellow velvet and sits dark wooden legs with an additional central support. The back of the s...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Seating

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Velvet

Pair of Moustache Back Club Chairs
Located in Faversham, GB
An exceptional pair of moustache back club chairs. Generous cigar arms with deep seats over stuffed scroll backs. Upholstered in a beautiful thick chestnut leather and raised on oa...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Oak

20th Century Pair of French Vintage Art Deco Oakwood Armchairs by André Arbus
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage French Art Deco pair of armchairs made of hand crafted shellac polished Oakwood, designed and produced by André Arbus in good condition. The detailed dining room chairs hav...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak

Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Black Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Flute bar stool embodies simplicity and comfort for relaxing moments, with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

French Leather Daybed
Located in Faversham, GB
A handsome fully reclinable daybed in a rich brown cognac leather. The daybed has two extendable arms, with four adjustable gradients for each arm. The daybed can be placed into a f...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Oak

Art Deco Poppi Armchair in the Style of 1930's, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Poppi Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. With an elegant design inspired by the eternal surroundings of bohemian life, Poppi armchair exudes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Jacquard, Velvet, Wood

Art Deco Paris Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Paris armchair, Modern collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Paris armchair adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living area. Upholstered in Lelièv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

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Gold Leaf

Art Deco Genebra Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Genebra armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Genebra armchair is designed to give your living room a sophisticated vintage look. The armch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

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Gold Plate

Art Deco Paris Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Paris Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Paris armchair adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living area. Upholstered in beige ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

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Gold Leaf

Art Deco Tile Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Tile Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Built with the best materials and skilled craftsmanship, this high-end modern classic wooden armchai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood, Leather, Oak

Art Deco Genebra Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Genebra Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Genebra armchair is designed to give your living room a sophisticated vintage look. Upholster...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Art Deco Period French Dining Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
Set of six dining chairs made with walnut structures and original upholstery. They have been finished with a lustrous French polish of museum quality. The upholstery is adorned with ...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman. This chair features steam bent rattan frame with Art Moderne styled pink flamingo covered cushions, circa ...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Pair of Art Deco Streamlined Armchairs in yellow Velvet with Wooden arms 1930's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of Art Deco Streamlined Armchairs in yellow Velvet with Wooden arms 1930's
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wood, Velvet

A Pair of Vintage Leather Club Chairs, France c.1950
Located in Chicago, IL
These gracefully-proportioned French leather club chairs have classic Art Deco lines with gentle outward arching arms and sloping backs. The chairs are comfortable and perfectly s...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Tessa Bench, Antique Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition, Hand Repousse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tessa bench Antiqued copper Hand repousse Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Seating

Materials

Copper

A French Art Deco Mahogany Stained Bar Stool
Located in Long Island City, NY
A French Art Deco stained beech bar stools with brass details.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Spectacular Gilbert Rohde Loveseat for the Troy Sunshade Company C.1934-1937
Located in Bernville, PA
Rare Gilbert Rohde loveseat for the Troy Sunshade Company. The simple design was from the Troy Sunshade living room collection of Modern Interiors. B...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Chrome

Wrought Iron Woodard Orleans Garden Patio Sunroom Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Rare early wrought iron garden, patio, sunroom sofa, attributed to Woodard, from the Orleans pattern. The sofa is in original finish, free of damage...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Seating

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Art Deco Styled Adjustable Sofa Bed With Cushions and Fringes
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 33.3" / W 62.5" / D 32.7"/ Seat depth 19.7" / Height from floor to seat: 17.8" / Height from floor to armrests 26.5"/ Back height: 21" An impressive Art Deco styled lounge sofa bed with adjustable sleep function and "drop-side" arms. This goldish yellow striped mohair velvet upholstered sofa...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Seating

Materials

Mohair, Velvet

Large Danish 1940's Channelback Lounge Chair in Pink Mohair Round Organic Shape
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Incredibly comfortable, exuberant designed high back lounge chair. The style is very much that of Viggo Boesen and true to his style and design proportions that perfectly captures th...
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1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Beech, Mohair

Wolfgang Hoffmann Art Deco Dining Chairs for Howell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Streamlined Art Deco dining chairs, designed by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell, American, circa 1930s. Chrome plated metal frames with black leather upholstery. Please see our other 1s...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Metal

Magnificent Pair of Ebonized Mahogany Club Chairs in Luxe Gray Velvet
Located in Kingston, NY
Magnificent pair of ebonized solid mahogany club chairs in the style of Paul Follot in luxe gray velvet. They have been newly refinish and reupholstered.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Mahogany, Velvet

Otto Schulz for Boet, Stool Reupholstered in Lambswool, Swedish Modern, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
This exquisite stool, crafted in the 1930s by Otto Schulz for Boet Göteborg, is a prime example of Swedish Modern design. It features some sturdy feet made from beech wood. The stool...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Seating

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Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Beech

Set of Two Art Deco Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
Original condition. Bentwood in a good condition without any cracks Inner filling in good condition - very comfortable Suitable for new upholstery Shipping quote on request
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1940s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Original Art Deco 'Cloud' Sofa by Harry & Lou Epstein
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco 'Cloud' Sofa by Harry & Lou Epstein. Three seater cloud back sofa with figured walnut show wood banding. Re-upholstered in olive green leather. Designer: Harry & Lou Ep...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Restored and Reupholstered Set of Six Art Deco Chairs in Walnut and Blue Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, walnut, velvet, Czech Republic, 1930s These sophisticated and elegant Art Deco dining chairs were designed in the 1930s. The backrest and legs of the chair...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

ART DECO folding sofabed by Jindřich Halabala, 1930´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This ART DECO style sofabed was designed by Jindřich Halabala and made in the 1930´s in the former Czechoslovakia. This simple design fits into the context of the design creation in ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut

Set of 2 sheep leather Art Deco design armchairs finished with wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
These set of sheep leather Art Deco design armchairs, with their combination of wood, fabric, and cognac-colored sheep leather, are a beautiful addition to almost any interior. They ...
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20th Century Art Deco Seating

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Leather, Textile, Wood

Art Deco Armchairs H-237 by Halabala, Set of 2
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare most elegant version of H-237 armchairs designed by Jindrich Halabala in very good original condition. Dark red upholstery with minimal aged patina. Still very comfortable, can ...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Wood, Fabric

Vienna Glam Sofa, Glossy Lacquered Body Highlighted with Handcrafted Crystals
Located in İstiklal, TR
Starting from Viennese masculine Art Deco, it becomes a long journey to Parisian femininity. The patterns designed by Geostudio, placed on the glossy lacquered body, are highlighted ...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Seating

Materials

Crystal

1930s ART DECO SOFA
Located in Firenze, FI
Splendid art deco sofa veneered in walnut, with ebonized decorations and feet. Padded with spring suspensions and upholstered in a light blue fabric with white diamonds, this sofa fe...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1930s PAIR OF ART DECO ARMCHAIRS
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful pair of art deco armchairs veneered in walnut, with ebonized decorations and feet. Padded with spring suspensions and upholstered in a light blue fabric with white diamonds...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Nutwood

Pair of Luxurious Vintage French Art Deco Leather Club Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of luxurious vintage leather club chairs with round backs bought in Avignon, France. Super solid and comfortable and in great shape with some minor damage to the seats as seen i...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Leather

Set of four armchairs
Located in Paris, FR
Set of 4 armchairs in sycamore and gilded brass.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Brass

Art Deco style Walnut Lounge Chair with Blue & White Boucle Fabric
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite Art Deco style lounge chair, meticulously handcrafted from high-quality walnut wood and upholstered in a beautiful blue and white boucle fabric. The natural grains of th...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Set of four chairs
Located in Paris, FR
Set of 4 chairs in sycamore and gilded brass.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

ART DECO sofa, 1930´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This ART DECO style sofa with a storage space was designed and made in the 1930´s in the former Czechoslovakia. This simple design fits into the context of the design creation in Cze...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Seating

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Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Pair of Oak and Rush Chairs by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940's
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of armchairs in stained oak and rush by collectible art deco designer, Charles Dudouyt. Well-crafted hardwood frames with stylized lathe turned details support a woven rush sea...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Seating

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Rush, Oak

Pair of Vintage Italian Armchairs in Highly Sculptural Design
Located in East Hampton, NY
Attributed to Federico Munari, these highly sculptured armchairs with elegant curves and brass legs. They are ample and very comfortable, professionally upholstered in excellent bou...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Art Deco seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Jindrich Halabala, R & Y Augousti, Casa Botelho, and UP Závody. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $129 and tops out at $165,000 while the average work can sell for $4,595.

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