Between the two wars, from 1910 to 1930, a breath of modernist blows on the art world. The designers of the time also created new things inspired by Cubism, in the straight lines of Louis XVI furniture. At that time, the curved furniture typical of Art Nouveau had lost its spirit, because the cabinetmakers were seduced by geometric shapes and massive volumes.

This is how art deco buffets were born. But what is surprising is that several generations later, this style has resurfaced, vintage furniture or modern design, depending on the models. The bahuts and threads of the last centuries are back in our modern interiors.

The various art deco buffets of the 1930s

In the 1930s, the functionalist style had been abandoned in favour of more geometric bahuts and buffets. In the service of aristocrats and the new bourgeoisie, the renowned cabinetmakers of the time created pretty furniture much more refined and high-end designed with even more noble materials.

This is how bahuts, threads and other art deco buffets from the 1910s to 1930s were born. Even at present, there are different models of vintage furniture in the trade.

The bahut

Functional and decorative object par excellence, the bahut has not really left our interiors. However, the furniture has undergone many improvements to be up to date.

It would seem that we cannot ignore it because of its unrivalled practicality. Did you know that this piece of furniture was born in the 1930s? Maybe even before! During Art Deco, it was as unanimous as ever with its very original geometric shapes.

This furniture has been seen for the first time in luxury hotels and prestigious administrative offices such as embassies and others. But wealthy families of that time also used to own them to adorn their dining rooms, living rooms and even bedrooms.

But if we have to speak to the present, this buffet is reworked to match the modern-traditional style very cultivated in the interiors nowadays. As a result, it is now possible to come across industrial buffets.

The thread

The enfilade is another variant of the typical buffets of the 30s, to say, it is the very supporting furniture of the Art Deco period. Also known as the three-seater low buffet, it has the distinction of having good width doors, which allows it to be super practical. The threads can have window or glass doors to add to their charm and aesthetics.

A drawer storage unit, the line is mostly used as a buffet bar, although many also use it as silver or dressers. Anyway, it's an exceptional ornamental piece of furniture.

Vintage models

The vintage side of antique furniture is on another level. That is probably why they are particularly timeless. Today, vintage bahuts and buffets are everywhere in modern interiors nowadays. And to think that they date back to the 1930s. We have already talked about the odd beauty of the Art Deco bahuts and its threads, but they are far from the only furniture that is experiencing real success.

The truth is that there are vintage models that were very present at the time and that continue to be so even today. This is the case, for example, of the door-to-door buffets that have the small side windows or the two art deco body buffets in solid wood that allow stylized parsimonious decorations.

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Where to buy a used art deco buffet?

And if the geometric bahuts and threads date back to the 1930s, their popularity is still relevant. This popularity that continues to grow since the modern-traditional style is a concept that knows the wind among many homes. That's why finding a nice bahut or super stylish strings is no longer the impossible.

The flea markets

Authenticity and originality, of which only the buffets of the 1930s have the secret, appeal to many. And if you are a fan of traditional decoration and your cocoon is decorated as such, go to a flea market to find a nice buffet straight out of the offices of ambassadors of the time.

You will be guaranteed the authenticity of your furniture, but the prices will not be minimal. Be aware that there is no shortage of flea market stores in France.

Used art deco furniture on the right corner

The right corner has the advantage of diversity, particular or professional antiquity are present through classifieds. For the purchase of an authentic quality piece of furniture, it will be sold according to these criteria, for such an investment it is better to go to an antique dealer who will provide you with an invoice proof of its cachet and its time.

The beauty of the buffets of the 1930s is so unique that lovers of interior decoration cannot remain indifferent. It is precisely for this reason that this style is reworked so that everyone has their share of cake. We also talk about industrialised buffets and prices are more or less affordable.

And the best part is that you find them online on specialized sites. It will make a lot of things easier.