Art Deco (1919 - 1939)
Art Deco with crisp lines and controlled curves was more accepted than Art Nouveau. Early on in the period it was known as "le style moderne" or "Jazz Moderne," the style received its current name in 1968, during a period of scholarly reappraisal. Known for its extraordinary use of exotic book matched veneers and waterfall forms. This chic style reflected all the glamor of the roaring ‘20s
Key furniture designers of the style are Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann and Paul Follot who refused to use mass production insisting each piece be completely hand made. Other designers were Louis Sue and Andre Mare.
Cubism influenced the design style.