A world of objects.
An eye for detail.
Furniture, jewelry, lighting and the art of everyday life. Explore the movement, learn to read its objects, and collect with better questions.
Understand an object before choosing one. Our developing encyclopedia connects design history with practical observation. When you are ready to look for a piece, explore the associated merchant site, Lo-Cantou.
Twelve ways into Art Deco.
From a cabinet’s grain to a ring’s setting, begin with the details that catch your eye.
Foundations
History, visual language and the differences that help you read an object.
02Furniture
Forms, veneers, construction and the questions to ask before choosing a piece.
03Lighting
A guide to lighting forms, decorative details and condition questions.
04Decorative Arts
Explore glass, ceramics, sculpture, mirrors and objects for the home.
05Jewelry
Understand settings, motifs and evidence before choosing a jewel.
06Beauty & Accessories
Perfume, powder, mirrors and personal accessories in the interwar home.
07Interiors
Understand period interiors and make considered choices for a home today.
08Architecture
Buildings, materials and architectural details across regions.
09Art & Graphic Design
Paintings, posters, typography and the visual culture of Art Deco.
10Designers & Makers
Research designers and workshops through documented works.
11Materials & Techniques
An introduction to construction and decorative techniques.
12Collecting & Care
Evidence, condition and practical preparation for buying and caring.
A style is a starting point.
Evidence tells the story.
Shape, material, construction and provenance answer different questions. Learn to separate what you can see from what still needs research.
Read the collecting introduction →- 01Observe the whole object, then its details.
- 02Compare with documented museum examples.
- 03Keep style, date and attribution separate.
- 04Record condition before making a decision.
Articles & collecting guides.
The reference library is growing. Start with the introduction and explore the subjects below.