Questions
Answers
Our trusted network of 1stDibs sellers answer common questions
What is the purpose of a pagoda?
1 Answer

Most pagodas are traditionally religious in nature, in Buddhism this purpose was for housing sacred relics and writings. Pagodas trace their origin to ancient India stupas, which are mound-like buddhist shrines.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Shop for Pagoda Wood on 1stDibs
1950s Handcrafted Intricate Wood Pagoda Table Lamp
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a stunning vintage pagoda table lamp Intricate handcrafted wood. Circa the
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Pair of 1970s Wood Pagoda Armchairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1970s pagoda armchairs.
Category
Vintage 1970s Armchairs
$1,700 / set
Chinoiserie Pagoda Three Tier Shelf, Wood, Chinese Chippendale Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pagoda style three tier shelf. This " what not " can be hung on the wall or placed on a table.
Category
20th Century Chinese Chippendale Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood
1960s MCM Faux Rattan Wood Pagoda Upholstered Daybed Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, Organic McGuire style faux bamboo daybed sofa you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Vintage Wood White Lacquered Ornate Chinoiserie Pagoda Wall Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage wood pagoda wall mirror. Lovely details that drip down on the top pagoda portion
Category
Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
"Pagoda" Wall Sculpture -wood, white, yellow, rustic, black, modern, repurposed
By Scott Troxel
Located in Marmora, NJ
"Pagoda" is a modern rustic wall sculpture. It was made in a similar fashion to an abstract
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Birch, Paint


