Art Deco Wall Art

Geometric abstracts, stylized figural prints, and sunburst relief sculptures in gold and black. Shop from Arteriors, Currey and Company, and Global Views.

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Art Deco Wall Art Canada – Geometric & Graphic Framed Pieces

Art Deco wall art draws on the bold graphic language of the 1920s and 1930s — geometric abstract compositions in gold, black, and jewel tones, stylized figural work in the elongated graphic manner of the period’s great poster artists, metallic relief pieces with sunburst and fan motifs, and marquetry-inspired panels in contrasting warm and dark tones.

Explore related pieces in our Art Deco mirrors collection, or add gallery lighting with picture lights.

All products are priced in Canadian dollars with free shipping on orders over $199 CAD.

Hanging & Composition

Above a Sofa or Console

A large geometric or figural piece in a substantial frame creates the graphic focal point Deco rooms are built around. Aim for artwork spanning roughly two-thirds the width of the furniture below.

Hanging Height

Hang so the center sits at roughly 57 to 60 inches from the floor, lowering slightly above furniture and leaving 6 to 10 inches of clearance.

Relief & Dimension

Metallic sunburst and fan wall sculpture adds three-dimensional depth that flat prints can’t — a characteristically Deco move.

Brands in This Collection

Wall art from Renwil, Uttermost, and Arteriors.

Art Deco Wall Art FAQs

What height should I hang wall art?

Hang so the center sits at roughly 57 to 60 inches from the floor — standard gallery eye level. Above a sofa or console, lower slightly and leave 6 to 10 inches of clearance above the furniture.

What size art should go above a sofa?

Aim for a piece spanning roughly two-thirds the sofa width. A 90-inch sofa suits artwork around 60 inches wide, as a single piece or a grouping that reads as one composition.

What colours define Art Deco graphic work?

Black and gold, jewel tones — sapphire, emerald, amethyst — and high-contrast metallics. The palette is deliberately rich, and the compositions favour hard geometry over soft gradation.

What frames suit Deco wall art?

Stepped gold and black frames, and substantial geometric mouldings. The frame is part of the statement — thin minimal frames tend to undersell the graphic boldness of the work.

Should I light my wall art?

A picture light or directional track head makes artwork read as a deliberate feature and brings out metallic and relief surfaces. Modern LED picture lights run cool and emit little UV, making them safe for prints and canvas.

Where can I buy Art Deco wall art in Canada?

Montreal Lighting & Hardware carries it online and at our Mount-Royal showroom (5670 Paré Street, Quebec, H4P 2M2). We ship Canada-wide at CAD prices with free shipping on orders over $199. Call (514) 416-2013.

Buying guide
How to Choose Art Deco Wall Art

Subject, medium, frame character, and scale determine how Art Deco wall art reads in period rooms.

Choose the subject and medium
Geometric abstract compositions in gold, black, and jewel tones are most broadly Art Deco and suit almost any room in the period vocabulary. Stylized figural prints in the manner of Erté and Cassandre suit rooms that embrace the era's glamorous figurative tradition. Metallic sunburst and fan-motif relief sculptures add three-dimensional Art Deco surface presence. Vintage travel and advertising poster reproductions add bold graphic nostalgia.
Choose substantial frames
Art Deco wall art is defined by its frames as much as its content — stepped gold frames, geometric black-and-gold borders, and substantial metallic profiles are period-authentic. Avoid thin frames that strip the bold architectural character of the Art Deco presentation.
Scale boldly
Art Deco interior design rewards art scaled to command the architectural surface. Above a sofa, span two-thirds to the full sofa length. For metallic wall sculptures, the frame spread should read as an architectural element.
Use geometric frame composition
On an Art Deco gallery wall, use formal geometric arrangement — a central large piece flanked symmetrically by medium pieces, or a formal grid. The composition itself should express the period's geometric confidence.
LocationRecommended sizeMounting height
Above sofa2/3 to full sofa length6-12" above sofa back
Living room (statement)30" - 54" wideCenter at 57-60"
Accent wall (sculpture)24" - 54" spreadCenter at 57-60"
Dining roomProportional to wallCenter at 57-60"
EntrywayScale to wallCenter at 57-60"
Common questions
Art Deco Wall Art FAQ
What defines Art Deco wall art?
Art Deco wall art uses geometric abstract compositions in gold, black, and jewel tones, stylized figural prints in the manner of Erté and Cassandre, metallic sunburst and fan-motif relief sculptures, and vintage travel poster reproductions in stepped geometric gold frames referencing the bold graphic language of 1920s-1930s design.
What subject is most broadly Art Deco?
Geometric abstract compositions in gold, black, and jewel tones — they suit almost any room in the Art Deco vocabulary without requiring a specifically figurative or period subject.
Why do frames matter so much in Art Deco wall art?
Art Deco presentation is defined by the frame — stepped gold frames, geometric black-and-gold borders, and substantial metallic profiles are period-authentic and integral to the design statement.
Can metallic relief sculptures substitute for flat wall art?
Yes — a metallic sunburst or fan-motif wall sculpture in gold or bronze adds the three-dimensional relief and period design confidence that flat prints cannot. They are characteristically Art Deco.
Do you offer free shipping?
Yes, free standard shipping across Canada on all orders over $199, including wall art.
What brands do you carry?
We carry Art Deco wall art from Arteriors, Currey and Company, and Global Views.
What frame finish is most Art Deco?
Stepped polished gold frames. Geometric black-and-gold borders. Substantial metallic profiles in antique gold and brass.