Art Deco furniture, or anything Art Deco for that matter, comes to us from the French. The Art Deco movement, according to most art historians blossomed from the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris. Among the founders were Hector Guimard and Eugene Grasset, two of many French Artists that formed La Societe des artistes decorateurs (The Society of Decorator Artists).

Today, many of the most beautiful pieces of Art Deco Furniture, reproduction or original, are vintage French Art Deco pieces. Many of the pieces, spanning the 1920, 1930, and 1940's, are so rare that the hopes of an American finding a piece are slim; however, some pieces may be found on eBay.

During the start of the 20th century, the Art Deco movement has inspired the design of furniture and architecture. Over the years though, architectural designs has greatly evolved and modern designs eventually took over the scene. However, the French Art Deco furniture designs have managed to survive until today. This is even considered as the top choice for sophisticated and highly stylish furniture designs today.

The continued spread of original French art deco furniture until today is made possible by several companies offering French art deco furniture reproductions. In fact, it is now deemed as the modern style and is chosen by homeowners to enhance the appearance of their homes. But what are the main features of vintage French art deco furniture designs?

A French art deco furniture is typically made out of veneers and rare kind of woods. Due to the quality and rarity of these materials, there is an assumption that this kinds of furniture is afforded only by the wealthy folks. The use of ebony is also another typical feature of French art deco furniture reproduction and is reminiscent of the 1920s French art deco furniture design approach.

During this same era, furniture also have extensive use of lacquer for a decorative and aesthetic effect. But even with the absence of lacquer, other materials were also used such as snakeskin, parchment, and sharkskin. Over the years, new types of materials were introduced to for French deco furniture reproductions such as chrome-plated steel and forged iron.

The French art deco furniture styles are available for various kinds of furniture including sofa lounge, chaise, bedroom furniture, and dining room furniture. Most of them feature exquisite carving details and rubbed edges to offer that rustic look, which is also evident quality of the French deco furniture reproduction. This is very famous amongst homeowners who prefer the French country style for their interior design.

French Art Deco Armoires are included in the top armoire styles of the 21st century. A french art Art Deco Hand Wrought Iron Hall Tree is the best example for a popular french armoire whose design was primarily constructed in the 1930's. Decorative scroll work with a unique sunburst pattern is applied to the Hall Tree.

The Hall tree also additionally consists of a beveled mirror and a green marble shelf. The shelf serves as a storage unit for hats, hooks for coats, reception for umbrellas and thick canes. The hall tree is spacious having dimensions 74 inches high and 28 inches wide. The armoire is reasonable prices and its a great value for money buy.

The French Art Deco club chairs are a simple but handy collection.The chairs are jumbo size and are very comfortable. They have an exposed beech wood arm that extends along the lateral part of the chair, meeting the same wood on the chair back. This beech wood has been refinished with high gloss clear lacquer. The dimensions of the chair are 31 inches tall,31 inches wide and 35 inches deep.

The French Deco side chairs launched back in the 1970s, give good style and luxury. The back part of the wood legs has been refinished. The seat at the rear end is upholstered to a french wool cloth. The dimensions of the chair are 33 inches high,17 inches wide and 20 inches deep. The French Art Deco Streamline Mahogany dining table was made in the 1930's. The table and clad has been inspired by Cuban mahogany veneers having a slightly domed base structure and a wide U support.

The vintage coffee table is inspired from Paul Dupre-Lafon's table structure. The steel base is blackened with bronze plated legs, supporting a line oak gallery. The dimensions of the table are 41 inches on either side with a height of 18 inches. The medal and the oak are of original quality and the leather has been expertly furbished and cleaned.