Art Deco Furniture

Buy art deco furniture: handmade side tables, consoles and cabinets

Looking for art deco furniture? At Kuzco Art Maison you won't find imitations or fragile antiques, but new, handcrafted furniture in the style of French art deco from the 1920s and 30s. Think of round walnut burl side tables, lacquered consoles and cabinets with the stylized geometry of the interwar period, made with contemporary craftsmanship. This gives you the beauty of the period without the flaws of furniture that is almost a hundred years old. Each model is selected based on art historical research, under the guidance of Lilly-Ann de Zeeuw, MA (artist, art historian and curator, UvA & VU), who in 2025 created one of Europe's largest solid gold sculptures on commission. Our mission is to make art accessible: the collection ranges from a round side table from €355 to a lacquered art deco bookcase of €1,950, for private individuals, interior designers and stylists in the Netherlands and Belgium looking for art deco furniture with character.

What is a genuine art deco piece of furniture?

Art deco furniture emerged during the interwar period as a reaction to the flowing, natural lines of art nouveau, also known as Jugendstil in the Netherlands. While art nouveau followed nature, art deco chose order: symmetry, repetition and clear geometry, executed in precious materials. You can recognize an art deco piece of furniture by a few distinctive features:

• Stylized geometry — circles, steps, fans and sleek silhouettes instead of curls.
• Fine and exotic woods — walnut burl, rosewood and ebony, usually worked as veneer.
• High-gloss lacquer — a reflective lacquer layer that deepens the wood grain and gives the furniture a luxurious appearance.
• Black lacquered accents — a sphere, a base or a plinth in black lacquer, providing a graphic contrast to the warm wood.
• Book-matched veneer — veneer laid in a mirrored pattern so that the grain forms a symmetrical design.

From Paris 1925 to the Amsterdam School

The style owes its name to the Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes, the Paris World Exhibition of 1925. The term "art deco" only became common in 1966, but it was this exhibition that put the style on the map worldwide. Tellingly, the 1925 regulations expressly forbade the imitation of historical styles and demanded work of "new inspiration and genuine originality". Art deco was therefore essentially a modern style, not a copy of the past. In France, ébénistes such as Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann brought furniture to great heights, using walnut burl and Makassar ebony, finished in high-gloss lacquer and sometimes inlaid with ivory. This French tradition forms the basis of our collection.

The Netherlands also had its own art deco. In Amsterdam, Michel de Klerk (1884–1923) and his circle developed the Amsterdam School (circa 1910–1935), known for its expressive brick architecture and richly detailed furniture. In The Hague, the Hague School emerged in parallel around the Pander furniture factory, with designers such as Hendrik Wouda. If you choose an art deco piece of furniture today, you are placing yourself in that lineage of French and Dutch interwar design.

How can you recognize a good art deco piece of furniture?

Not everything called "art deco" is made with the same care. The difference lies in the veneer, the lacquer and the construction. Genuine walnut burl veneer shows a lively, swirling grain that differs from piece to piece; cheap "art deco style" furniture often uses printed film or print on MDF, with a repeating pattern that is identical in every piece. A good high-gloss lacquer is built up in multiple layers and sanded in between, giving the surface depth instead of a flat, plastic shine. Also pay attention to the construction: solid-built tops and legs, neat joints and a stable base. Antique pieces look tempting, but after almost a century they often suffer from peeling veneer, crackle in the lacquer and warped wood, damage that cannot easily be repaired.

Why art deco is so popular again

After years of sleek minimalism, art deco is back. Warm wood tones, round shapes and a touch of glamour provide a counterpoint to the cool, white interiors of the previous decade. The popularity of series and films about the 1920s, from The Great Gatsby to the broader roaring twenties revival, brought the jazz age back into focus, and in 2025 it was exactly one hundred years since the Paris exhibition launched the style. An art deco piece of furniture adds exactly what a minimalist interior lacks: a showpiece with a story.

This aligns with how we view interiors. Kuzco Art Maison is an art gallery; we prefer to see a living space as a small exhibition. For us, an art deco piece of furniture is functional sculpture, an object of use with the expressive power of a work of art. That is why, in addition to our sculptures and mirrors, we also offer furniture: they fit our belief that the spaces you live in can inspire you just as much as an exhibition.

Our art deco furniture in a row

Our collection of art deco furniture is built around a handful of furniture types, each with its own model name from the jazz age:

• Round side tables and coffee tables — the core of the collection, with models such as the Flapper, the Gatsby and the Ellington. Also view the separate collection of art deco side tables.
• Console and wall tables — narrow tables for the hallway or behind the sofa, such as the Armstrong and the Vesper.
• Bedside cabinets — compact cabinets for beside the bed, including the Beaumont in rosewood.
• Side cabinet — the Savoy, with a drawer and storage space.
• Bookcase and display cabinet — the Burlington as a showpiece; more choice in cabinets can be found under art deco bookcases.

All models are part of our broader collection of furniture.

How much can an art deco piece of furniture cost?

The price of an art deco piece of furniture depends on the type, size, wood type and finish. In our collection, a side table starts around €355, console and wall tables range between approximately €395 and €895, and the bookcase costs €1,950. It can always be cheaper, but that price difference is almost always due to compromises: film instead of genuine veneer, a thin spray lacquer instead of a built-up high-gloss lacquer, or mass production without control. You don't buy a well-made piece of furniture for one season. It lasts for generations and retains its value, while a filmed MDF piece of furniture loses its shine and integrity after a few years. The current price is listed on every product page.

This is the biggest mistake when buying art deco furniture

The biggest mistake is choosing based on the photo and not on the construction. In an image, printed film on MDF looks exactly like genuine walnut burl veneer; you only see and feel the difference in person, in the depth of the grain and the weight of the top. Therefore, pay attention to words like "film", "print", "melamine" or "art deco style" without further explanation: these are often decorative imitations with no residual value.

A second misconception is that antique is by definition better. Original art deco has charm, but a piece of furniture that is almost a hundred years old can suffer from peeling veneer, warped wood and crackle in the lacquer. Our furniture is new and handcrafted in the same tradition: you get the design language and materials of the period, with today's stability. This way you buy well once, instead of twice.

Are you unsure about a model or wood type? Make an appointment and visit our office in Amsterdam or our atelier in Bleiswijk; we are happy to help you consider your interior.

Why choose art deco furniture from Kuzco Art Maison?

At Kuzco Art Maison, we approach furniture from a curatorial perspective. Each model is selected or developed based on art historical research and tested for form, material and finish, so that it lasts for years and continues to suit you, even if the rest of your interior changes.

Why interior designers choose art deco furniture from Kuzco

• Museum quality — handcrafted, genuine walnut burl veneer and a multi-layer high-gloss lacquer.
• Trusted in more than ten countries by interior designers, interior shops, decorators and stylists.
• Shown at Maison & Objet (Paris), Europe's largest interior design fair, and at La Maison Creative Salon (Amsterdam).
• Insured EU logistics — secure shipping from the atelier to your interior; heavy pieces travel on a pallet.
• Under the guidance of Lilly-Ann de Zeeuw, MA — artist, art historian and curator; every piece begins with art historical research.

Since 2026, we also supply private individuals directly, with a fourteen-day right of withdrawal; professionals order through their own account.

Which art deco piece of furniture fits your interior?

The shape of a piece of furniture determines where it will best come into its own:

• Hallway and entrance — a console or wall table against the wall, with a mirror or artwork above it, immediately catches the eye.
• Living room — a round side table next to the sofa or a low coffee table as a centerpiece; the round top softens a sleek interior.
• Bedroom — a bedside cabinet or low side cabinet on either side of the bed, placed symmetrically.
• Study or library corner — a bookcase or display cabinet for your books and collectibles.

Are you torn between two models or sizes? Contact us; we are happy to help you consider your options.

Maintenance of lacquered art deco furniture

Lacquered wood requires little, but does require targeted care:

• Dust the furniture with a dry or slightly damp, soft cloth; do not use abrasive cleaners or harsh detergents.
• Keep it out of direct, bright sunlight — ultraviolet light can discolor lacquer and wood tones over time.
• Do not place it directly next to a radiator or open fire; large fluctuations in temperature and humidity cause wood to move.
• Use coasters under glasses and vases; moisture and heat can leave rings in the lacquer.

Frequently asked questions about art deco furniture

What is art deco furniture?

Art deco furniture (also called art deco pieces) are pieces of furniture in the style that emerged from the 1920s and 30s: stylized geometry, fine woods such as walnut burl and ebony, high-gloss lacquer and black lacquered accents. They combine a luxurious, decorative appearance with sleek, modern lines.

What is the difference between art deco and art nouveau?

Art nouveau (also known as Jugendstil in the Netherlands) came first and followed nature: flowing, organic lines and floral motifs. Art deco was the reaction to this and instead chose geometry, symmetry and sleek shapes in precious materials. In short: art nouveau is whimsical and natural, art deco is sleek and stylized.

Are your art deco pieces antiques or new?

They are new and handcrafted, in the style of French art deco. They are not antique pieces and not copies of one specific original, but contemporary furniture that continues the design language of the interwar period, without the fragility of a piece of furniture that is almost a hundred years old.

What are the pieces made of?

Most of the work is executed in walnut burl, complemented by rosewood and dark ebony. These woods are usually worked as veneer and finished with a multi-layer high-gloss lacquer.

What is walnut burl wood?

Walnut burl is wood from the knotty growth at the base or trunk of the walnut tree. The grain runs in dense curls, giving it a lively, swirling design. Because it is rare and brittle, it is laid as veneer on a stable core.

Do you also have art deco cabinets and small cabinets?

Yes. In addition to tables, you will find an art deco bookcase and display cabinet (the Burlington), a side cabinet (the Savoy) and bedside cabinets such as the Beaumont. For a broader choice in cabinets, look under art deco bookcases.

Do art deco pieces of furniture fit in a modern interior?

Yes. Precisely because of their sleek geometry, art deco furniture combines well with contemporary design. A round walnut burl side table or a lacquered console works as a warm, graphic accent in a minimalist interior.

How do I maintain a lacquered art deco piece of furniture?

Dust it with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth and keep it out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources. Use coasters to prevent rings and do not use abrasive cleaners. This way, the high-gloss lacquer retains its depth.

How much does an art deco piece of furniture cost at Kuzco Art Maison?

The price depends on type, size and wood type. In this collection, a side table starts around €355, console and wall tables range between approximately €395 and €895, and the bookcase costs €1,950. The current price is listed on every product page.

Can I order as a private individual and how is it delivered?

Yes. Since 2026, you can order directly through the webshop as a private individual, with a fourteen-day right of withdrawal. We carefully package every piece of furniture and ship insured throughout Europe; heavy pieces travel on a pallet.

Where can I view the furniture in person?

By appointment at our office/gallery at Hekelveld 1-1 in Amsterdam or in our atelier in Bleiswijk. The full collection remains viewable online at all times.