Art Deco (1920-1940)
Era Snapshot: Art Deco decorative arts celebrated modernity with geometric design, bold symmetry, and influences from architecture and technology.
Art Deco celebrated modernity, geometry, and technological progress. Designers used bold shapes, stylized figures, and streamlined forms inspired by architecture and modern art.
Art Deco Style Burled Walnut Mantel Clock
Art Deco design emphasized bold geometry, symmetry, and modern materials. Household objects such as clocks were redesigned with streamlined shapes and decorative veneers, reflecting the modern optimism and technological progress of the early 20th century.
