Some of the Art Deco works

Art Deco is a fascinating design style that emerged in the early 20th century, reaching its peak in the 1920s and 1930s. It originated in Europe, particularly in France, after the end of World War I, and quickly spread internationally. The term “Art Deco” derives from the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes held in Paris.

Art Deco is characterized by its bold geometric shapes, rich colors, and lavish ornamentation. It draws inspiration from various sources, including ancient civilizations, such as Egypt and Mesopotamia, as well as from contemporary technological advancements, like aviation and machinery.

Architecture, interior design, fashion, jewelry, visual arts, and graphic design all embraced the Art Deco style. Skyscrapers with sleek, streamlined facades, such as the Chrysler Building in New York City, exemplify the architectural side of Art Deco. In interior design, materials like chrome, glass, and exotic woods were commonly used, often paired with geometric patterns and motifs.

Art Deco’s influence extended to fashion, where it was characterized by sleek silhouettes, luxurious fabrics, and intricate embellishments. Women’s dresses featured dropped waists and geometric patterns, while men’s fashion embraced tailored suits with sharp lines and bold colors.

Overall, Art Deco represents a glamorous and elegant aesthetic that captured the optimism and modernity of the interwar period. Its influence can still be seen today in various design elements and cultural references.

1924 Rene Lalique opalescent frosted and stained glass Ceylan vase.

Carmen Moya

Apartment building (1931-33) in Bucharest, Romania

Architect: Arghir Culina

(Courtesy: Bogdan Stefanescu on Pinterest)

A Fabergé silver-gilt and enamel vase, workmaster Alexander Petrov, circa 1895, Saint Petersburg, RUSSIA

Designed in 1931 by FRITS SCHLEGEL : VILLA in Bernstorffsvej 17, Hellerup, Denmark

Photography: Marie-Louise Høstbo

ART DECO BATHROOM at the House – 1019 Alvarado Terrace, Walla Walla, WA 99362, USA

This home in the Historic District was built in 1909 and was former residence of Walter H. Brattain-Nobel Prize Recipient.

Architect unknown.

(Courtesy: Zillow com)

The 13-storey Eastern Columbia building in downtown Los Angeles was designed by Claud Beelman and built in 1930.

Its bright “melting turquoise” terracotta tiles and four-sided clock tower, emblazoned with the word ‘EASTERN’ in bright white neon on each face, make it one of Los Angeles’ more distinctive buildings.

A CAMEO GLASS VASE

MANUFACTURED BY CHARDER/LE VERRE FRANCAIS

the frosted glass internally mottled with pink, white and yellow and overlaid in amethyst, cameo mark Charder, incised Le Verre Français

LE VERRE FRANCAIS (CHARLES SCHNEIDER FACTORY) (worked 1918-1933).

Art Deco silver plate sky scraper clock, circa 1930. Maker unknown

Lamp, Edgar Brandt, c. 1935

” Espana “, Art deco table lamp by *Raymonde Guerbe ( French 1894-1995) , ca 1930. Produced by Max Le Verrier foundry. Base in black Saint Laurent marble. Via 1stDibs

* Raymonde Guerbe was a pseudonym used by the wife of Pierre Le Faguays.

A pair of slip shade wall light fixtures from the late 20s and early 30s manufactured by the Lincoln Co.

Art Deco Elevator Doors

Note: the location not found

(Photo source: From google co uk)

TRAM STATION, now and before, 1928, Address: Údolni, Obilni trh (parcela čislo 504/2) , (Veveři) Brno,Střed, Czech Republic

Architect: Oskar Poříska

Brno Architecture Manual, or BAM

(Photos source: bam brno cz, credit to the original photographer)