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Rug Kilim Moroccan Berber Flat-Woven Black White Wool Diamond Djoharian Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
trip showed many new inspirations in abstract design.
We recommend a book published in 2013 titled
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Kilim Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
North African Moroccan Berber Rug Wool White Orange Hand Knotted Japandi Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, djoharian-design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Artworks after that trip showed many new inspirations in abstract design.
We recommend a book published in
Category
2010s Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Muted Vintage Turkish Sivas with Paisley Design in Taupe, Gray-Green, and Camel
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sivas wool rug. A blend of Persian inspiration and Turkish design creates a unique, dynamic aesthetic in
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Hand Knotted All-Over Design Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Shades of Cream
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stylized all-over design vintage Turkish Oushak rug in shades of cream, Keivan Woven Arts / rug en
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,500 Sale Price
40% Off
19th Century George III Style Carved Mirror after a design by Thomas Johnson
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in London, GB
of Thomas Johnson's design for a mirror published in his "Collection of Designs" (1758) as plate 7
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English George III Pier Mirrors and Console Mi...
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Expressive Interiors Designing An Inviting Home
By Rizzoli International Publications
Located in New York, NY
interiors, this wealth of design fundamentals is inspirational.
About The Author
Sandra Lucas and Sarah
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Books
Materials
Paper
Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner Beechwood
Cord Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Topeka, KS
and Nordic functionality and drew on the Chinese furniture designs for inspiration becoming a multi
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cord, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
LIGEA Arabescato orobico Marble and metal structure Coffee Table
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Milan, IT
that contrasts elegantly with its pewter painted metal base. Designed with inspiration drawn from the
Category
2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble, Metal
Alain Gaubert Lounge Table, France 1978
By Alain Gaubert
Located in Culver City, CA
Gomez - Babelio, drawing inspiration from Japanese design. Tabletop in Sycamore with Oak Strips.
74”w x
Category
Late 20th Century French Lowboys
Materials
Pine
TETI Gray textile and Lacquered Base Pouf
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Milan, IT
from light blue to copper. Its design draws inspiration from automotive elements, enhancing elegance
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Textile
$6,565 / item
Cambridge Set/2 Lounge Chairs in the Style of 1930
s Handmade by Greenapple
By Dedar, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
, Greenapple has been designing furniture, lighting and heritage objects with inspiration in the beginning of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Contemporary Abstract Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug In Burnt Orange
Located in Norwalk, CT
craftsmanship with a sophisticated contemporary aesthetic. Featuring a distressed, transitional design, this rug
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Oushak Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Cambridge Set/2 Lounge Chairs in the Style of 1930
s Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Dedar
Located in Lisboa, PT
with inspiration in the beginning of the 20th century.
Saving from oblivion one of Design's Golden Eras
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Set of 4 Model 60 Razorblade Dining Chairs in Solid Oak by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Bridgeport, CT
midcentury style with more brutalist rustic designs taking inspirations from medieval and Viking era
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Contemporary Blue Kilim Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
flat-weave wool rug. The design is of tribal inspiration, incorporating blues, grays, ivory and red
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Art Deco Genebra Set/2 Armchairs in the Style of 1930
s, Handmade by Greenapple
By Lusitanus Home, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
2014, Greenapple has been designing furniture, lighting and heritage objects with inspiration in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Lalique Clear Crystal Glass Dragon Sculpture, France
By Lalique
Located in Rijssen, NL
natural inspiration with elegant design, each piece captures light in a uniquely sculptural way. From
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Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Rug
Kilim
s Guimard Art Nouveau Inspired Rug, Green with Elegant Floral Frame
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
-century antique Art Nouveau rug design—an elegant French design drawing key inspiration from the iconic
Category
2010s Indian Art Nouveau Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Pendant Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
found inspiration for the design in the restaurant's aquatic surroundings, with the concentric rings of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Geometric Oval Ravel Coffee Table in Mix Marbles by Mavo Atelier Handmade
By Mavo Atelier
Located in Trofa, PT
emphasize material integrity and sculptural discipline. Its design draws inspiration from the precision and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables
Materials
Marble
Rare white Butterfly wall lamp by Afra
Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Italy 80s
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Milano, IT
inspiration from Japanese design aesthetics, evoking the delicate precision of origami and the refined balance
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Bamboo Frosted Glass Panel Light in Gold Plate
Located in New York, NY
, natural inspiration, and timeless design, illuminating interiors with subtle, organic grace.
PRODUCT
Category
2010s American International Style Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$6,331 / item
Zabihi Collection Vintage Inspired Modern Turkish Lion Motif Rug
Located in New York, NY
design bridges folk inspiration with modern graphic sensibility.
This rug functions equally well as a
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Tang Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Blue Zoffany Velvet Animal Scene 22" Down Filled Pillows
Located in Winder, GA
by the famed design house Zoffany and depict mythical animals and flora. Arden Velvet is a design by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Set of Two Candle Holder – Silver Plated
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
historic inspiration and modern design creates a piece of enduring beauty that transcends trends.
Contact
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20th Century French Louis Philippe Candle Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
$1,675 / set
Scandinavian Folk Art Inspired Brown and Red Pictorial Rug by Rug
Kilim
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
interpretations of Oriental inspirations. This stand alone piece draws influence from celebrated mid-century
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Collis I – Sculptural Brass Plant Stand in Emperador Marble
Located in Porto, PT
-inspired design and expert craftsmanship. Drawing inspiration from the rugged beauty of rocky cliffs
Category
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Marble, Brass
Collis II – Brass Plant Stand with Emperador Marble Base
Located in Porto, PT
-inspired design and expert craftsmanship. Drawing inspiration from the rugged beauty of rocky cliffs
Category
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Marble, Brass
Set of 4 Art Deco style chairs upholstered “Euphoria Cubista”, Misia Paris, 70’s
By French House
Garden
Located in Valladolid, ES
, furniture, and product design, the jacquard fabric “Euphorie Cubiste” draws inspiration from the free and
Category
Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Niels Møller Model 78 Danish Modern Dining Chairs - Set of Four, Circa 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in San Antonio, TX
Møller's designs took inspiration from the forms of contemporary jewellery. You can see this attention to
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Zabihi Collection Vintage Inspired Modern Turkish Tiger Motif Rug
Located in New York, NY
presence. Both playful and commanding, the design bridges folk inspiration with modern graphic sensibility
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Tang Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Industrial Style Slated Pendants Model AA 83, Itsu 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
, characteristic of the best Scandinavian Modern design.
Drawing clear inspiration from Alvar Aalto's iconic
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Minimalist Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Rug
Kilim’s French Style Art Deco Rug In Silver-Gray And Brown Geometric Patte
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
collection by Rug
Kilim.
Further on the Design:
Connoisseurs may further admire inspiration from
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug
Kilim’s Modern Rug with Beige and Teal Abstract Patterns and Medallion
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
inspiration from antique and vintage rug patterns.
On the Design:
A play of creamy beige, teal blue and
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug
Kilim’s Abstract Rug in Green with Colorful Patterns “Wild Flowers Spring”
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
draws inspiration from a lively botanical design and is executed like a dreamy watercolor or even
Category
2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Flat Woven Rug by Judith Johansson
By Judith Johansson
Located in New York, NY
Swedish textile artist known for her innovative designs that often drew inspiration from nature and
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavia...
Materials
Wool
Rug
Kilim’s Modern Rug in Beige-Brown with Abstract All Over Pattern
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
inspiration from antique and vintage rug patterns.
On the Design:
A play of creamy beige-brown, mauve
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug
Kilim’s Modern Rug in Taupe and Mauve with Medallion and Abstract Patterns
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
inspiration from antique and vintage rug patterns.
On the Design:
A play of creamy beige-brown, mauve
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Set/2 Art Deco Symphony Swivel Armchairs in the Style of 1930
s, by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
2014, Greenapple has been designing furniture, lighting and heritage objects with inspiration in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Set/2 Art Deco Symphony Swivel Armchairs in the Style of 1930
s, by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
2014, Greenapple has been designing furniture, lighting and heritage objects with inspiration in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio-linie. Six pairs of coffee cups with saucers
Located in København, Copenhagen
accentuating the classic porcelain form.
Tapio Wirkkala’s design unites inspiration from antiquity with a
Category
Vintage 1960s German Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Rug
Kilim’s Zeychour Inspired Rug in Deep Red and Blue Florals
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Collection by Rug
Kilim—its design inspired by very rare Caucasian rug of the titular Zeychour
Category
2010s Indian Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug
Kilim’s Khotan Rug With Colorful Geometric Floral Medallions
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Classics Collection—a sophisticated and elegant new approach to a historic style.
On the Design
Category
2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Christofle Silver-Plate Albi Coasters Or Wine Coasters Set of 10 Barware
By Christofle
Located in North Miami, FL
. They are the Albi line and this inspiration for design came from its remarkable architecture and clean
Category
Vintage 1960s French Modern Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Rosenthal Studio-linie, six pairs of coffee cups with saucers and cream jug.
Located in København, Copenhagen
design unites inspiration from antiquity with a strict modernist idiom, giving the service its timeless
Category
Vintage 1960s German Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Rug
Kilim’s Scandinavian Inspired Rug in Gray with Red Minimalist Patterns
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
vertical columns of rose/coral dash motifs. This design draws inspiration from Swedish folk art with floral
Category
2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-Century Tulip Form Chandelier in Brass
Frosted Glass w/ Enamel Detailing
Located in New York, NY
design combined with organic inspiration, this chandelier is a captivating addition to mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Set of 8 Campo di Gigli Toscani Glass Tumblers by Silvio PIattelli
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Milan, IT
cobalt blue accents. This design reflects inspirations from renowned styles like Gio Ponti's canne finish
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Glass
Rug
Kilim’s Moroccan Style Runner Rug with Green and Blue Geometric Patterns
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
designs— made with hand-knotted wool and silk in a luxurious new custom-capable construction.
On the
Category
2010s Indian Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Rug
Kilim’s Modern Abstract Minimalist Rug, “Sunrise in Cappadocia”
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Sunrise in Cappadocia. The design draws profound inspiration and influence from Art Deco principles
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Neoclassical Greek Key Metal Hexagonal Lantern Pendant Chandelier
Located in Delray Beach, FL
style, likely dating from the Mid-20th Century (1940s-1970s), though the design draws inspiration from
Category
20th Century American Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Rug
Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Blue and Beige Geometric Pattern
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
new large scale geometry and exciting vintage colorways like that of their mid-century inspirations
Category
2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Wall lamp Catellani
Smith Ensō
By Catellani
Smith
Located in Alcamo, IT
combines traditional inspiration with contemporary design.
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
$10,951 / item
1970s Romeo Rega style Mid-Century Modern Brass Italian Rectangular Wall Mirror
By Romeo Rega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
functional mirror and a decorative element in the space. Drawing inspiration from the designs of Romeo Rega
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Huge J.L. Lobmeyr Metropolitan Opera Sputnik Crystal Brass Met Chandelier Vienna
By Hans Harald Rath, J.
L. Lobmeyr Company, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
excellent condition. Side note: The inspiration for this design came from the architect of the Met, Edward K
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Gold and Black Brutalist Drummer Figurine Sculpture on Wood Pedestal
By Paul Evans
Located in Chattanooga, TN
, fashioned to look like molten metal. The goopy gold and black surface appears to draw inspiration from
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood, Resin
Mid-Century Modern Bisque Artichoke Vase by Heinrich Fuchs for Hutschenreuther
By Dr. Heinrich Fuchs, Hutschenreuther
Located in New York, NY
porcelain, the vase showcases the interplay of natural inspiration and modernist design sensibilities that
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Many things inspired Alexander McQueen's designs. The fabrics and styles of traditional clothing worn in India, Africa, Turkey, China and Japan served as sources of inspiration. Music, film, theater, the natural world and the designer's own Scottish heritage also influenced his work. Explore a large collection of Alexander McQueen on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Whether designer-inspired handbags are legal varies. In the U.S., patent laws prevent brands from producing bags that are too similar to those manufactured by designers, and copyright and trademark laws prohibit the integration of designer logos into third-party bags. However, some designer-inspired bags don't seek to completely copy the originals. Instead, they may feature unique designs and truly draw inspiration from the trends set by luxury fashion houses. In some cases, these bags may not infringe on intellectual property rights and, therefore, can be legal. Consult a legal expert if you're concerned about whether a particular bag may violate laws. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of handbags.