1920s inspired interiors

With the recent release of the Golden Globe winning silent film, The Artist, set in the 1920s era of decadence, Real Homes' picks some beautiful pieces to help inspire you to create an Art Deco themed interior…

ABOVE: Antonio Mirror, £595, The Chandelier and MIrror Company; Tiffany Ceiling Pendant, £351.20, Debenhams.

Mirror: With its geometric shapes and mix of black and clear glass, the Antonio Mirror is the epitome of Art Deco style. Each glass is made to order and measures approx. (H)100x(W)71x(D)2cm, £595 from The Chandelier and Mirror Company.

Pendant Light: The exquisite Kentucky Tiffany Ceiling Pendant from Litecraft will make a truly decadent addition to your home. The shade is handmade from individual stained glass pieces with a decorative ornate chained ceiling bracket. Requires three x 60W bulbs, shade measures (W)62cm, max. drop is 156cm. Priced at £351.20 fromDebenhams.

ABOVE: Satin Chaise Longue, £675, Sweetpea and Willow

Chaise: Relax in style with the sumptuous Satin Chaise Longue with luxurious deep button detailing. Upholstered in light toffee coloured satin, it measures (L)175x(H)83x(D)75cm, and costs £675 from Sweetpea and Willow.

ABOVE: Red Painted Trunk, £175, John Lewis; Art Deco Tin Wall Clock, £37.95, The Clock Warehouse.

Trunk: Evocative of the Oriental inspired pieces of the 1920s, this beautiful Painted Red Trunk has a distinct vintage look. Made from poplar with a red painted finish and traditional lock and hoop handles, it measures (H)55x(W)45x(D)45cm, and costs £175 from the Chinese Collection at John Lewis.

Clock: Inspired by the original 1920s French tin clocks, the lovely distressed Art Deco Tin Wall Clock from Roger Lascelles is perfect for recreating the shabby chic décor of the era. (Dia.)34.5cm, £27.95, The Clock Warehouse.

ABOVE: Oyster Veneer Secretary Cabinet, £5,595, Sweetpea and Willow.

Cabinet: The opulent Oyster Veneer Secretary Cabinet is a stylish statement piece for your work space. Made from American white oak with a walnut finish, the cabinet has an intricately hand-carved base and legs, oyster veneer doors and sides and detailed cast brass hardware. (W)199x(D)53x(H)176cm, £5,595, Sweetpea and Willow.

ABOVE: Chelsea Mirrored Chest of Drawers, £622.71, Black Orchid Interiors; Suri Console Table, £299, John Lewis. 

Chest of Drawers: The stunning Chelsea Mirrored Chest of Drawers is full of Art Deco elegance with a contemporary twist. Made from elegant bevelled cut glass and black French legs with a square deco handle. A Matching dressing table, mirror and bedside table are also available. (H)78x(W)81x(D)51cm, £622.71, Black Orchid Interiors.

Console Table: With its smooth lines and contrasting gold edged detailing, the distressed black Suri Console Table will bring true 1920s glamour into your home. Crafted from a poplar and plywood combination with a lacquered finish and metal hoop handles, it measures (H)84x(W)141x(D)33cm, £299 from the Chinese Collection at John Lewis.

BY LAURA ARMSTRONG
January 2012