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Art Deco Armchairs

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 Abito Sofa Jacquard Velvet Brass Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Abito sofa, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Abito sofa adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Fully Restored
Located in Lučenec, SK
The armchairs were custom manufactured for the office of one Austrian bank director. Exclusive fabrics werte used. The wooden parts and upholstery were restored, using period manufac...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

French 1920s Art Deco Armchair, Brown Walnut, Red Skin, Jules Leleu Atributed
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Charming French 1920s Art Deco armchair "Pozzetto" in brown walnut, red skin color Jules Leleu style Upholstery in good condition and polished ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, Fully Restored, Attributed to Lajos Kozma, 1922
Located in Lučenec, SK
A pair of Art Deco armchairs, fully restored, designed by Lajos Kozma. These armchairs provide a very comfortable seating. Their clean and elegant look will uplift your room.
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Pair of Club Chairs from Château de Sancerre, France, 1940s
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of 1940s club chairs. Provenance: from Château de Sancerre, Sancerre, France. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, ivory pure alpaca fabric. The chairs are quite...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Jindrich Halabala Re-Upholstered Patinated Bentwood Lounge Chairs, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
Jindrich Halabala re-upholstered patinated bentwood lounge chairs, 1940s Czech Republic. These iconic set lounge chairs are from Czechia, circa 1940. Produced by Thonet, these lou...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Large Single Bruno Paul Armchair
Located in New York, NY
A large armchair by Bruno Paul. Macassar veneer base and legs. Ex: Karl Lagerfeld collection
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Macassar

Two Oak Art Deco Modernist High Back Armchairs by Cor Alons, 1927
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare pair of Art Deco Modernist high back armchairs. Design by Cor Alons and executed by Fa. Winterkamp & Van Putten in 1927. Striking Dutch design from the 192...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Vintage Black Velvet Upholstered George Hepplewhite Wingback Armchairs
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale absolutely stunning pair of vintage oversized George Hepplewhite wingback armchairs with the Philadelphia oversized wings These are a showstoppi...
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20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs, Sweden, circa 1925. With Lion's paw feet, and ribbed armrests. A pair of satin birch Art Deco armchairs, Sweden, circa 1925. Upholstered ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Faux Leather, Birch

Art Deco Armchairs, France circa 1930
Located in Culver City, CA
Art Deco Armchairs France circa 1930 Reupholstered in neutral linen with green piping. Measures 29"w x 35”d x 39”h x 16”seat
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Upholstery

Attributed Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Bouclé Armchairs, 1940s, Pair
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Italian sculptural armchairs designed attributed Guglielmo Ulrich, very comfortable. Recently covered in green Bouclè, finished with a border of the fabric itself, in order t...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Bouclé, Beech

Pair of Two Art Deco Lounge Chairs Re-upholstered Art Deco Fabric, France 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Two Art Deco Lounge Chairs Re-upholstered Art Deco Fabric, France 1930s These two lounge armchairs have an Art-Deco design and are crafted f...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

A wonderful pair of 1950s Italian Cherrywood chairs by Paolo Buffa
Located in London, GB
A wonderful pair of 1950s Italian Cherrywood chairs by Paolo Buffa with sculptural curved arms and upholstered in acid green fabric.
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Teak and Cane in the Style of Francis Jourdain
Located in Roma, IT
A Pair of Original Art Deco Armchairs, probably made in Italy by amazing craftsmen, between the 1920s and 1930s. This set is made up of 2 Mid Century Armchairs...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs

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Cane, Teak

Jindrich Halabala H-410 armchair, 30's
Located in Poznań, PL
Model H-410 armchair designed by the great czech designer Jindřich Halabala. Striking bentwood armrests. Produced during the 1930's in former Czechoslovakia. Armrestes cleaned, varni...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

UNIQUE PAIR OF ENGLISH FULLY RESTORED KNOLL DROP ARM BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRs
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored pair of Art Deco style, hand dyed rich Whisky brown leather, extending Knoll cl...
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20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Two Boucle Art Deco Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Two Art Deco armchairs from the 1930s. The armchairs in very good condition, after professional renovation, have been covered with a new boucle type fabric. Dimensions: height ...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Pair Of Art Deco Lounges Chairs With Striped Fabric
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of decorative Chinese art deco easy chairs. Straight wooden armrests with yellow lacquer. Newly upholstered with herringbone striped fabric from Mulberry. The original yellow l...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sculptural Vintage Armchair in Oak and Leather, Danish Modern, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural armchair in oak and leather seat. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1940s. A decorative figure for the modern interior. This armchair / deskchair have a really strong...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Art Deco Black Leather and White Nails Pair of Armchairs Pierre Chareau Style
Located in Bochum, NRW
Art Deco modernist pair of armchairs upholstered in black leather, exquisitely detailed with white nails. Wooden structure, black painted wood feet, spring upholstery and seat cushio...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Cubist Art Deco Armchair in Vermilion Mohair Velvet and Maple, Belgium, 1920s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking Art Deco armchair was manufactured in Belgium in the mid 1920s. The distinct tiered and angular shape of the design is a great example of the influence of cubism in this particular era. The originality of the design and the craftsmanship of the production make this a unique piece. The chair has a rounded and curved backrest and a deep seat. The optional loose pillow adds additional seating comfort to the back. The elegant frame is executed in solid European maple wood which has been finished in a darker brown stain. The chair is upholstered in a sumptuous deep pile mohair velvet in a beautiful vermilion color. Provenance: Yves de Smet, Gent, Belgium Literature: Paul Maenz...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

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Mohair, Velvet, Maple

Fine French Art Deco Beech Wood Desk Chair
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French 1930s desk armchair in solid stained beech wood with flat arms.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Bespoke H269 Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala, Glossy Lacquer, Fabric Upholstery
Located in Berlin, DE
Customized Art Deco Streamline H 269 armchair by Jindrich Halabala, manufactured by UP Závody Brno, circa. 1935. This armchairs are restored on request and available in different am...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ernesto Valabrega Pair of Rare Armchairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega, pair of armchairs, oak, fabric upholstery, Italy, ca. 1935 Pair of armchairs in oak and beige floral patterned upholstery by Italian designer Ernesto Valabrega. T...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Chair Armchair Velvet Midcentury Upholstered Design Sergio Prieto Dovain Studio
Located in Lisbon, PT
The Meco chair is one of our latest product, designed by the spanish designer Sergio Prieto. Its geometric and rounded shapes remind us in some way of Japanese purity and elegance, b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Plywood

Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s. Excellent restored with seat springs upholstered with green velvet. Another fabric and wood finish on request poss...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Art Deco Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Deco Armchairs with carved details and fluted front legs.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of armchairs, Swedish Grace 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of rare Swedish Grace armchairs in stained beech and red linen/cotton fabric. Paw shaped legs and rounded armrests. Sweden, 1930s. In...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Finnish jugend high-back arm chair in red leather
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
This one-of-a-kind Finnish jugend tall armchair is a timeless piece of furniture, boasting beautiful craftsmanship and an impressive design. Upholstered in luxurious red leather, it ...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Jindrich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood frame upholstered seat and back rest. Designed in 1930s by Jindrich Halabala. Excelent restored, another upholstery on request possible. Set of two.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Art Deco Cubist office armchair - France 1930
Located in Girona, ES
Cubist office armchair with wooden structure, legs and armrests in solid varnished walnut, reupholstered with geometric pattern Art Deco velvet. France c. 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Art Deco Chair, ca. 1925
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Art Deco (lady's) armchair, France, circa 1925. The chair is reupholstered recently with a new interior and pilot. Fabric: Güell-Lamadrid.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 8 Fine French 1930s Armchairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of 8 fine French Art Deco solid wood bridge armchairs with bronze sabots.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

Vietnamese Deco Burl Armchair, c. 1940
Located in Chicago, IL
This Vietnamese Deco armchair is characterized by clean lines and smooth contours. Dated to the 1940s, the armchair is designed in the timeless style of the Art Deco period, when tra...
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Mid-20th Century Vietnamese Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Burl

Set of Two Design Art Deco, Club Armchairs, 1935s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia - circa 1935s - Good original condition - Very interesting model. - seat height 38cm - cleaned
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Cherrywood Green and White Velvet Italian Club Chair / Armchairs, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Features Italian art deco armchairs, in the style of Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi and Osvaldo Borsani. Armrest in curved wood, and very fine upholstery of an Italian silk factory. ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Cherry

Customized H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala, Glossy Lacquer, Fabric Upholstery
Located in Berlin, DE
Customized Art Deco Streamline H 269 armchair by Jindrich Halabala, manufactured by UP Závody Brno, circa. 1945. This armchairs are restored on request and available in different am...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French Art deco Reupholstered Armchair with Outdoor Fabric, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice club-style Art Deco armchair which has been completely redone by us (we are upholsterers) with a very nice outdoor fabric from Nobilis. We put a beige fabric on the interi...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian armchair in original floral fabric of the time
Located in Milano, IT
Step into a captivating era of Italian design with this exquisite armchair from the 1930s, blending the enchanting styles of Art Deco and Rationalism. This is not just a piece of fur...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Office Chair Thonet Nr.253, circa 1915
Located in Praha, CZ
In beautiful original condition, perfectly cleaned and polished with shellac. The chair has an interesting finish - imitation oak wood (which was created by drilling artificial pores...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

James Mont, Armchairs, Wood, Velvet, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-lacquer wood and brown velvet armchairs, designed and produced by James Mont, USA, c. 1940s.
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Stylish Pair of Art Deco Armchairs
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning & very stylish pair of Art Deco armchairs with elm arms. They were made in Sweden, we have recently imported them and they date from the 1920-30’s. They are o...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Elm

French Art Deco armchair with tan velvet seat
Located in Kleinburg, ON
Beautiful, unique Art Deco wood veneer and golden tan chenille upholstered armchair.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Upholstered Armchair with Chrome Finish Stainless Steel Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ramo armchair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The upholstered piece provides comfort while retaining a unique aesthetic with the chrome finish polished stain...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Art deco dark wood and straw armchair with reclining backrest, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Art deco dark wood and straw armchair with reclining backrest, early 1900s Wooden armchair. The backrest, in dark Vienna straw, is foldable and it is possible to change its inclinati...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Pair of Art Deco elm and birch lounge armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of Art Deco elm and birch club armchairs circa 1930. Fine quality pair of Scandinavian elm armchairs, thin elm side frame with mahogany stringing and contrasting walnut detail,...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch, Elm

Art Deco Aluminum Upholstered armchair by GoodForm General Fireproofing
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A brushed aluminum framed armchair with curved arm rests and upholstered seat and back. The fabric is a textured dark greenish leatherette and came from the barber shop at Cincinnati's inconic Union Terminal Art Deco train...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs

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Aluminum

Jules Leleu, Set of Four Armchairs, France, circa 1928
Located in New York, NY
The house of Leleu rose to prominence in the 1920s during the Art Déco period, and became known for the ornate classicism of its richly refined furniture and lavish interiors. In the...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Restored Black ArtDeco Beech Armchair, Thonet Company, Austria, 1920s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored ArtDeco Beech Armchair made by influential Austrian furniture manufacturer Thonet. Maker: Thonet Source: Austria Period: 1920-1929 Material: Beech This item features cl...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Set of 6 Jules Leleu Amboyna Gold Geometric Fabric Upholstered Dining/Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
SET of 6 French Art Deco dining armchairs with amboyna wood frames, upholstered in a gold fabric with a hexagonal geometric pattern (PRICED AS SET) (JULES LELEU)
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20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Pair of Brown ArtDeco Beech Armchairs, 1920s, Original Upholstery
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Source: Czechia Period: 1920-1929 Material: Beech, Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut veneer According to the original process, our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has restored t...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer, Walnut

21st Century Art Deco Elie Saab Maison Velvet Bronze Brass Elite Armchair, Italy
Located in Mariano Comense, CO
21st century Art Deco Elie Saab Maison Velvet Bronze Brass Elite armchair, Italy Rich and powerful, Elite is a timeless classic able to distinguish itself through exclusive details and exquisite craftsmanship of its futuristic lines. Accentuated by its semicircular and sinuous shapes, the armchair, enhances its ergonomics with contemporary lines. Made in Italy. Composition: Plywood and solid wood structure. Upholstery in polyurethan with 8309 Rainbow Velvet...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of Similar Art Deco Gold Painted Paper Cord Wicker Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of similar paper cord Art Deco wicker armchairs, one with a rounded back and one with a pointed back, both painted gold with removable s...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wicker

Rare Club Chair, France, 1940s / 50s, Newly Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in London, GB
A superb rare 1940s / 1950s oversized club chair reminiscent of Maison Gouffe / Jean Royere. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, dark grey (wit...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

20th Century Baltic Bergere in Burr Ash
Located in Stamford, CT
20th century Baltic bergere in burr ash with upholstered seat, back and arms.
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1930s Baltic Vintage Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Ash

Art Deco Armchair in Original Floral Upholstery, Praque 1930
Located in Almelo, NL
Art Deco Armchair in Original Floral Upholstery, Praque 1930 This Floral fabric Art Deco Lounge chair was crafted in Prague during the 1930s. Its soft edges, tufted lines, and sturd...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set 4 Meco Chair Armchair Velvet Midcentury Upholstered Design Dovain Studio
Located in Lisbon, PT
The Meco chair is one of our latest product, designed by the spanish designer Sergio Prieto. Its geometric and rounded shapes remind us in some way of Japanese purity and elegance, b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Foam, Plywood, Velvet

Art Deco armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Czech Republic pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Jindrich Halabala, Casa Botelho, Jules Leleu, and R & Y Augousti. 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 armchairs 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 $125,000 while the average work can sell for $4,710.

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