Art Deco is an artistic style that emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, as a reaction to modernism and industrialization. It is characterized by geometric shapes, stylized patterns, contrasting colors and the use of noble materials such as glass, metal or marble. Art Deco has influenced many fields, including architecture, fashion, furniture and of course lighting.

Art Deco luminaires are lighting objects inspired by the artistic and decorative style that reached its peak in the 1920s in Paris. This style is characterized by geometric shapes, contrasts of colors and materials, stylized patterns and a touch of glamour and elegance.

Art Deco luminaires can take different forms: ceiling lights, wall lamps, floor lamps, table lamps or chandeliers. They are often made with noble materials such as glass, bronze, brass or marble. They can also incorporate gold, chrome or colored glass elements. They can be inspired by different artistic or cultural currents: Art Nouveau, Cubism, Futurism, Egyptomania or Exoticism. They can also incorporate floral or animal motifs (peacocks, swans...), female figures (dancers...) or symbols (suns...).

Art Deco luminaires bring a refined and warm atmosphere to an interior. They go well with furniture with clean lines and accessories with floral or exotic motifs. They can also create an interesting contrast with a more modern or minimalist style.

The characteristics of art deco luminaires

Art Deco luminaires are inspired by the artistic currents of the time, such as cubism, futurism or orientalism. They reflect a desire for modernity and innovation. They are often decorated with geometric motifs (circles, diamonds, triangles ...), floral or animal motifs (stylized flowers, peacocks ...), or Egyptian motifs (pyramids ...).

Art Deco luminaires use varied and contrasting materials. Glass is very present in different forms: molded glass (like the famous Lalique glass), pressed glass (like Muller glass), engraved or enamelled glass. Metal is also widely used: gilded or silvered bronze (like the creations of Edgar Brandt), wrought iron (like the works of Albert Cheuret), brass or nickel. Wood is often combined with metal to create a warm effect: exotic woods (rosewood...), lacquered or inlaid wood. Ceramics are also used to make lamps with original shapes.

If you want to discover or acquire art deco lighting, you can consult the following sites:

- Jean Perzel: art and art deco lighting store located in Paris

- Art Deco lamp - Art Deco floor lamp and wall lamp | Royaldecorations.fr

- Art Deco lighting online - Htdeco

You will find a wide range of models representative of the art deco style, as well as advice on choosing the right luminaire for your space and your desires.

Art deco lighting is now highly sought after by lovers of antiques and design. They bring a touch of charm and character to any interior. They can match furniture of the same style or create a contrast with a more contemporary decoration. They diffuse a warm and soft light that creates a cozy and refined atmosphere.

If you want to acquire an authentic art deco luminaire or faithfully reproduced from a period model, you can go to specialized stores like Jean Perzel in Paris, which has been offering original creations since 1923, or online sites like Htdeco, which offers a wide selection of vintage pieces from around the world.

You can also opt for an art deco luminaire inspired but revisited according to current trends, choosing for example a black and gold model that brings a chic and modern note, or a colored glass model that gives pep's and dynamism.

You will find on Htdeco.fr a varied range of art deco lamps to suit all tastes and budgets.

Art Deco lighting: a timeless and elegant style

The Lights from the 1910s to the 1930s are decorative elements that bring charm and personality to an interior. They are distinguished by their refined design and manufacturing quality. They can be made of glass, metal, wood or ceramic. They can take the form of table lamps, floor lamps, pendant lamps or wall lamps.

In this article, we invite you to discover the characteristics of art deco luminaires, the different types that exist and how to choose them and integrate them into your decoration.

Art deco luminaires diffuse a soft and subdued light that creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere. They play with the effects of light and shadow thanks to the cut-out or openwork shapes of metal or glass.

The different types of art deco lighting

There are several types of art deco luminaires depending on their function and location:

- Table lamps are lamps that are placed on a coffee table, desk or console. They are composed of a metal or wooden foot and a colored or transparent glass lampshade. They can have a spherical, conical, cylindrical or pyramidal shape. They can be decorated with geometric, floral or animal motifs. They bring a decorative touch and an additional light source to your room.

- Art Deco floor lamps are floor lamps that are placed in a corner of your living room, bedroom or entrance. They consist of a metal or wooden base and a vertical rod that supports a colored or transparent glass shade. They can have a straight, curved, arc-shaped or zigzag shape.

- Pendant lamps are lamps that are fixed to the ceiling by an electric wire or a metal chain. They are composed of a metal or wooden structure that supports a colored or transparent glass diffuser. They can have a round, oval shape.

Art Deco style luminaires can be decorated with geometric, floral or animal motifs. They emit a soft light that creates a warm and refined atmosphere. Pendant lamps, which are attached to the ceiling by an electric wire or metal chain, usually consist of a metal or wooden structure that supports a colored or transparent glass diffuser.

Whatever your choice, an Art Deco luminaire will add a touch of style and elegance to your interior!