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Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Literati in Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Floral Flowers in Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Chinese Coins, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Clouds in Silver, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
A ‘Dervish’s’ Sword Stick
Located in London, GB
A ‘Dervish’s’ Sword Stick
Iron, steel and gold
Turkey
19th Century
Size: 58.5cm long - 23 ins long
Provenance:
Ex Oliver Hoare, Cabinet of Curiosities Exhibition, June 2012
E...
Category
Antique 19th Century Turkish Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Gold, Steel, Iron
$17,500
Antique Roman Gladiator Short Sword 1.AD with Bronze Teardrop Terminal Belt
Located in Doha, QA
This Roman Gladiator short sword is an absolutely outstanding and unique example of an ancient Roman Pompeian Gladius Sword from 1. AD. There were three types of Gladius swords and t...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Arms, Armor and...
Materials
Bronze, Iron
A Wonderful Ormolu Ritual Dagger
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A mid 19th century French ritual dagger with a superb figure of skeletal father death, the blade engraved and the scabbard also mounted in ormolu and made to look as if it's much old...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Ormolu
North African Sword (Nimcha), Morocco, Early 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
, considering its age and prior use.
Perfect For:
Collectors of North African Arms and Craftsmanship
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Wrought Iron
Two Indo Persian Engraved Dhal Metal Shields, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Two intriguing historical 19th Century Indo Persian shields, one handcrafted in bronze with four protuberances and engraved floral designs highlighted with enamel and one crafted in ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Moorish Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Steel
Antique Indo Persian Dhal Separ Shield
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Intriguing historical 19th Century Indo Persian shield handcrafted in steel and decorated with four floral protuberances and engraved figures, retaining the original leather strap ha...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Moorish Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
Antique Gun Slip Case, English, Leather, Leg of Mutton Rifle Sleeve, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique gun slip case. An English, leather leg of mutton shotgun or rifle sleeve, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Superb, antique country pursuits gun ca...
Category
Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Leather
Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Branch Decoration
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Fuchi. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A fuchi is a collar that is mounted at the base of the grip o...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Oni Decoration
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Fuchi. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A fuchi is a collar that is mounted at the base of the grip o...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Gold Decoration
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Fuchi. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A fuchi is a collar that is mounted at the base of the grip o...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Gold
Tapio Wirkkala Stainless Steel Puukko Knife with Leather Sheath Hackman Finland
By Hackman, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in London, GB
Tapio Wirkkala Puukko Knife by Hackman Finnish Design
This vintage Puukko knife, designed by renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Hackman in 1961, is a quintess...
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Rare Boot Jack from 19th Century in Birch
Petit Point in the shape of a gun
Located in Knivsta, SE
Very Rare Boot Jack in the shape of a gun from the 19th Century in Birch and decorated with Petit Point.
Wear consistent with age and use
Category
Antique 19th Century European Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Birch
Mid-century British Military Concept Vehicle Model "Westland" c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A mid-century proof of concept model of a hover vehicle or "Flying Jeeps or Jumping Jeeps", presented by the British Aircraft Corporation to the British Ministry of Defense, n...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Plastic, Rubber
$1,295 Sale Price
42% Off
Mid-century British Military Concept Vehicle Model "Vickers-Armstrong" c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A mid-century proof of concept model of a hover vehicle or "Flying Jeeps or Jumping Jeeps", presented by the British Aircraft Corporation to the British Ministry of Defense, n...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Plastic, Rubber
$1,295 Sale Price
42% Off
Tibetan lamellar iron armor
Located in Milano, IT
The Tibetan lamellar iron armor with dark patina, provided with shoulders and helmet, can be traced back to the 17th-18th centuries and is in excellent condition. It belonged to a pr...
Category
Antique 16th Century Tibetan Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Midshipman Proctor’s Sword for Valour at the Battle of Copenhagen
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
engraved with the coat of arms (1801-1816 pattern) of King George III supporting a medal decorated with a
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Silver, Steel
Vintage Medieval Gothic Style Large Steel Metal Sword Pakistan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Medieval Gothic Style Large Steel Metal Sword Pakistan. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 42" H x 7" W x 1" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
Vintage Medieval Gothic Style Heavy Steel Metal Decorative Swords - 2 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Medieval Gothic Style Heavy Steel Metal Decorative Swords - 2 Pc Set. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 33.5" H x 4.25 " W x 1" D. 32"H x 4.25" W x 1"D.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
An 18th Century Model Field Cannon With Bronze Barrel
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
An 18th century bronze model of a field cannon, mounted on a brass bound oak carriage
The cannon with dolphin handles and good patiation. Possibly originally used as a starter cannon
Category
Antique 18th Century European Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Aluminum Missile Display Mock Up
Located in Canterbury, England
Our missile is a mock up, made by a university engineering team to demonstrate the complexity and skill involved to create and manufacture aluminium to aluminium welding. A great con...
Category
2010s Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Aluminum
WWII era Military Dummy Training Cartridges c.1944
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A pair of heavy U.S. Navy Oak and steel dummy cartridges used as training rounds. Title and date of "1944" stamped on metal base.
CREATOR U.S. Navy.
DATE OF MANUFAC...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
$265 Sale Price / set
44% Off
Napoleon III sword
Located in
S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
A Napoleon III sword in gilt brass. Handle is decorated with 2 mother of pearl plates. Urn shaped pommel. Knuckle guard transitioning into cross guard.
Guard plate with eagle. Black ...
Category
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Steel
$1,180
Moorish Style Etched Iron Halberd
Located in Queens, NY
Moorish-style short halberd spear with iron shaft and etched ax blade.
Category
20th Century Unknown Moorish Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Porcelain
Moorish Style Round Metal Shield
Located in Queens, NY
Moorish style metal round shield with etched design and four relief half spheres
Tarnish
Category
20th Century Unknown Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Islamic Persian Iron Shield
Located in Rochester, NY
Persian and iron shield. Engraved with Moresque designs . Woven interior. Early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Middle Eastern Yemeni Jambiya Arabic Dagger with Belt
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Middle Eastern Yemeni Jambiya, which is the name for the Arabic dagger.
Comes with a very thick hand embroidered belt with intricate designs and ornate with embroidered gold and silv...
Category
Mid-20th Century Yemeni Islamic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
A Fine Model of a 19th C. British 24-Pounder Muzzle-Loading Smoothbore Cannon
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A finely cast model of an early 19th century British 24-pounder smoothbore muzzle-loading artillery cannon, together with its garrison style carriage.
Both cast in heavy gauge 'bell...
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
$1,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Elegant Gun Case from Holland
Holland from the 1920-30s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant Gun Case from Holland & Holland from the 1920-30s. Discretely marked Holland & Holland at the top of the case. (see picture)
Wear consistent with age and use
Category
Vintage 1920s Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Leather
LARGE GUNNER
S POWDER HORN Naval - French, late 18th century.
Located in TEYJAT, FR
Original Large French Gunner's Powder Horn, Naval - French, late 18th century. Of large size used to load cannons aboard ship.
With fitted wooden plug and brass dispensing spout.
T...
Category
Antique 19th Century Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Horn, Wood
Swagger Stick from The Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Swagger Stick from The Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment
Superb vintage Military swagger stick The Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment Malacca cane. The cane has slight curve ...
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Cane
Original WWI 1917 Brass Button Polisher
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Original WWI 1917 Brass Button Polisher
The polisher is in excellent working condition it has an age darkened patina, a unique piece designed for use by the army
This collectable it...
Category
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass
Continental Bronze Dore Ceremonial Dog Pommel Sword with Scabbard
Located in Queens, NY
Continental Austrian-style (19th Century) bronze dore ceremonial hunting sword with dog's head pommel and bone handle and a leather scabbard.
Significant damage to scabbard, patina ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bone
Early 20th Century Breloque Pinfire Prostitutes Pistol by Franz Pfannl
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A wonderful hand made pinfire pistol by Franz Pfannl, housed in its original Moroccan red leather case with its arsenic velvet interior. The gun would have originally had a small nic...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Leather, Velvet
Moorish Style Double Sided Iron Halberd
Located in Queens, NY
Moorish style short halberd spear with iron shaft and double ax blade.
Category
20th Century Unknown Moorish Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
AMERICAN THEMED Romantic Dagger - early to mid 19th century - Spanish
Located in TEYJAT, FR
SUPERB AMERICAN THEMED ROMATIC DAGGER : EARLY TO MID 19THE CENTURY
- Spanish, with 14.75cm flattened diamond shaped tapering blade and heavy cast bronze grip comprising a pair of ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Spanish Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Nube Italia Softwood Armchair in Taupe Leather by Marco Corti
By Marco Corti, Nube Italia
Located in New York, NY
Frame in solid wood. Arms in hide. Padding in shape retaining polyurethane with a differentiated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Antique English Naval Cannon
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Pair of antique English naval cannon each with a tapering three stage barrel flanked by plain trunnions, with a knob shaped cascabel button before a shaped rectangular raised vent an...
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
$180,742 / set
Pair Of Large 19th Century English Bronze Artillery Signal Cannons
Located in Dublin, IE
A magnificent pair of 19th century British Artillery signal cannons, each with tapered bronze barrel segmented by hoops, cannon muzzle and stepped breechblock with drop-shaped cascab...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Bronze
English Renaissance Style Three Pronged Iron Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style spear with wood shaft and 24½-inch etched iron three prong blade.
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Revival Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Wood
PAIR OF VICTORIAN STYLE VINTAGE CAST IRON DECORATIVE 153CM LONG GARDEN CANNONs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Vintage Victorian style English cast Iron cannons
Please note the delivery fee listed...
Category
Vintage 1940s British Late Victorian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Three African Topoke Sword Currency On Custom Stands
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Three African iron currency blades or swords currency from the Topoke peoples from the Democratic Republic of Congo which are nicely presented upon a custom metal stand. Such blades ...
Category
Antique 19th Century African Tribal Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Ottoman Silver-Inlaid “Jambiya” or Curved Dagger With Its Sheath
Located in Middleburg, VA
destined to be the jewel of any serious collection of Islamic arms or fine historic objects d'art!
Category
Antique 16th Century Turkish Empire Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Silver, Metal
A Good Example of a Tower Light Dragoon Pattern Flintlock Pistol
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A very good example of a flintlock light Dragoon pattern pistol with walnut stock and good tower marks on the lock.
In wonderful untouched condition
Circa 1800
Barrel length 9"
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
Walnut gun rack
Located in Cheshire, GB
Gun rack of rectangular form having solid walnut frame with eight stylized hooks able to incorporate four large guns.
Dimensions
Height 45 Inches
Length 23 Inches
width 5 Inches
Category
Early 20th Century British Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Walnut
$1,068 Sale Price
20% Off
American Painted Ash Drum Now A Table
Located in Essex, MA
With a painted eagle and inscription.
Category
Antique 1850s American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Ash
Pair of Panoplies with Fencing Foils, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of panoplies with fencing foils 19th century
Large wooden panoples carved in the shape of a heraldic shield and upholstered with green cloth. There are a total of 8 swords of t...
Category
Antique 1880s Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Ottoman Silver-Inlaid "Jambiya" Dagger with Sheath
Located in Middleburg, VA
any serious collection of Islamic arms or fine historic objects.
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Turkish Empire Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Silver, Metal
English Renaissance Style Velvet Wrapped Iron Halberd
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style short halberd spear with velvet shaft and medallion trim with small iron blade.
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Revival Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Victorian HOME SERVICE HELMET of the WELSH REGIMENT
Located in TEYJAT, FR
VICTORIAN HOME SERVICE HELMET OF THE WELSH REGIMENT - retailed by T McBride & Sons, 17 Charles Street, London, SW of dark blue felt over cork body, with large fire gilded plate with...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Felt, Cork
Italian Renaissance Gilt Metal Shield
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance-style (19th/20th Century) gold painted metal shield with classic head center surrounded by Renaissance figures.
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Vintage West African Mandingo Tuareg Knife Mali Collectible Craft 1950s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage African Mandingo Tribal Tuareg Knife Dagger West Africa.Collectible decorative Tuareg Knife from Mali circa 1950s.This vintage dagger was handcrafted by the Mandingo people o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
Extremly Rare Mexican Silver Miquelet-Lock Blunderbuss Belt Pistol Flintlock
Located in Madrid, ES
Extremly Rare South American Silver-Mounted Miquelet-Lock Blunderbuss Belt Pistol
Late 18th century, Mexican
With a roped silver band around the turned and belled muzzle, the forw...
Category
Antique 18th Century Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Kukukuku Club from Highlands Papua
Located in NICE, FR
This rare antique Kukukuku (pronounced "cookah-cookah") war club is from the remote highlands of Papua New Guinea. It features a head made of stone in the characteristic 'pineapple' ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Stone
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Arms And Armour For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the arms and armour you’re looking for. An arms and armour — often made from metal, wood and iron — can elevate any home. There are 533 variations of the antique or vintage arms and armour you’re looking for, while we also have 5 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the arms and armour you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An arms and armour is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Baroque, Industrial and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one arms and armour that is appealing in its simplicity, but Berber Tribes of Morocco, Carl Zeiss and Colt produced versions that are worth a look.
Finding the Right Arms-armor-weapons for You
Arms, armor and weapons harken back to history and have the power to transport viewers to another era. Every civilization has had its history of warfare directly influenced by the design of its arms, armor and weapons.
Although designed to be functional, antique and vintage arms, armor and weapons can add gravity to a room when they are displayed. Their beauty stems from their raw utilitarianism. More ornate and decorative pieces can bring elegance to a space. Neoclassical arms can add a little culture and excitement to your home. Some pieces are made of precious metals, such as gold or silver, and can incorporate engraving, encrusting or painted details.
It is common for armor to be displayed in studies, libraries and dens where the historical value of these pieces is given space for contemplation and can complement the mood of such a room. There are plenty of excellent case-piece options that allow for collections to be stored and presented in a tasteful, organized way. (Any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component may be properly termed a case piece.)
Browse 1stDibs for collectible antique and vintage arms, armor and weapons to display in your home. There are historically accurate pieces ranging from ancient weapons to more modern designs.
Questions About Arms And Armour
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Panoply refers to a full suit of armor. It was worn by medieval soldiers to shield their entire body during battle. Prior to the invention of armor suits, armies used chainmail-brigand sets to maximize bodily protection.
- What are arm cuffs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What arm cuffs are called varies. Some people refer to them as armbands, while others call them armlets. Arm rings are another name for the jewelry. However, some individuals reserve this term for bangles designed to be worn on the upper arm rather than for cuffs. Find a wide range of arm cuffs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is a shelter arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A shelter arm sofa is a type of sofa wherein the sheltering arm bends outward from the sofa and has a gently sloping curve to it. Shelter arm sofas are generally praised for their comfort since they tend to cradle the person sitting. Find a wide variety of shelter arm sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- What is a drop arm sofa for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are rolled arms out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rolled arms have been around for centuries and offer a classic versatile look to any décor. While it really comes down to personal taste, rolled arms have indeed stood the test of time. Shop a collection of rolled arm furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What culture wears arm cuffs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Many cultures have worn arm cuffs over the centuries. Mayan kings and royals sported them as status symbols, while the ancient Chinese believed that they helped to fend off evil spirits and invite good fortune. Ancient Greek, Celtic and Roman soldiers also wore arm cuffs in battle as a form of armor. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of arm cuffs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Knole drop-arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What an upper arm bracelet is called varies. Some people refer to a piece of jewelry worn on the upper arm as an arm ring. Others call this type of bracelet an armlet or armband. Explore a collection of armlets from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Bone Dagger
Copper Flask
Persian Helmet
Used Furniture Springfield