Question 1

What is a butterfly hook?

Accepted Answer

A Butterfly hook is a hook that can be mounted on walls, shelves or cupboards and used for hanging bags, coats and hats. The two spreading wings of the butterfly hook make it very functional and also aesthetically appealing. It is easy to install and will blend well into any furniture style. Shop on 1stDibs for butterfly hooks today.

Question 2

What is a butterfly leaf?

Accepted Answer

A butterfly leaf is a leaf in the center of a table that has a central seam and so can be folded and stored under the table top when not in use. It is called “butterfly” because when the leaf is opened to be put in place, it resembles a pair of wings.

Question 3

What is a butterfly table?

Accepted Answer

A butterfly table is a table that features a fold-out design that allows you to expand the table surface when needed. The name refers to the butterfly-like motion of the table leaf as it is folded out. Shop a collection of beautifully crafted butterfly tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What is a butterfly box?

Accepted Answer

A butterfly box is a nesting box built for butterflies to have shelter during nasty weather. These boxes are usually made of wood and have multiple vertical openings for butterflies to enter. These boxes will not only add up the beauty of your garden but also will help the population of butterflies to sustain. Shop a range of butterfly boxes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is the meaning of Vargas Girl?

Accepted Answer

The meaning of Vargas Girl is a particular type of art created by a specific artist. Vargas Girls is the nickname for the illustrations of pin-up girls by artist Alberto Vargas, which he began producing in the 1940s. One of the true giants of American illustration, Vargas created an exquisitely sensual art style that regularly appeared in magazines such as Harper's Bazaar, Theatre Magazine, Tattler, Playboy and Esquire. Find a selection of Alberto Vargas art on 1stDibs.

Question 6

Do butterfly chairs fold up?

Accepted Answer

Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.

Question 7

What is a butterfly clip in earrings?

Accepted Answer

A butterfly clip is a type of earring backing. It is a metal disc that rests on two loops that help stabilize and secure it. To use a butterfly clip, you simply slide it onto the round post attached to an earring. Explore a large collection of earrings on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is a table butterfly leaf?

Accepted Answer

The butterfly leaf of a table is a panel that can be used to expand the surface area of a table. Named after the insect, a butterfly leaf table opens in place, similar to a butterfly's wings, and also folds back into itself, sliding under the table to optimize storage. Shop a selection of butterfly leaf tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 9

Are Butterfly chairs comfortable?

Accepted Answer

Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 10

When was the Butterfly chair made?

Accepted Answer

The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 11

Who designed the Butterfly chair?

Accepted Answer

Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What do butterfly necklaces mean?

Accepted Answer

What butterfly necklaces mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people associate butterflies with change and rebirth because of the life cycle of the butterfly, which starts out its life as a caterpillar. You'll find a variety of butterfly necklaces on 1stDibs.

Question 13

Who made the butterfly chair?

Accepted Answer

Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 14

When were butterfly chairs popular?

Accepted Answer

Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 15

What is a butterfly leaf in a dining table?

Accepted Answer

Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.

Question 16

What does wearing a butterfly necklace mean?

Accepted Answer

What wearing a butterfly necklace means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people see butterflies as symbols of freedom and hope, while others believe they represent change. Shop a collection of necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.

Question 17

How do you tell if a Butterfly chair is real?

Accepted Answer

How you tell if a Butterfly chair is real depends on what you mean by the term "real." If by real you mean an authentic Knoll Butterfly chair produced from 2018 and onwards, first look for the Knoll label found under the seat. Compare this label to images found online to begin to assess its authenticity. Then, examine the metal frame of the chair. An authentic Knoll Butterfly chair will be evenly polished and show no imperfections, such as highly visible welding marks. Any flaws will usually indicate that a piece is counterfeit. On the other hand, if by real you mean an original Butterfly chair made by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, the answer is that your chair is unlikely to be. The designers only created three Butterfly chairs, which are all part of museum collections. To learn more about the age and maker of your Butterfly chair, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Knoll Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 18

What does it mean if a girl is wearing a heart necklace?

Accepted Answer

What it means if a girl is wearing a heart necklace varies. She may have received the necklace as a symbolic gift of familial affection from a family member, or a romantic partner may have presented her with one as a symbol of their relationship. It's also possible that she chose the necklace for herself simply because she liked its appearance and not because it had any special meaning. Shop a wide range of heart necklaces on 1stDibs.

Question 19

Why did Roy Lichtenstein paint The Crying Girl?

Accepted Answer

Roy Lichtenstein painted The Crying Girl because he saw a similar image in the comic strip “Secret Hearts.” Throughout his career, Lichtenstein frequently drew inspiration from comic books, advertisements and other forms of mass media. Shop a variety of Roy Lichtenstein art on 1stDibs.

Question 20

How do you tell a real Hardoy Butterfly chair?

Accepted Answer

To tell a real Hardoy Butterfly chair, examine the frame closely. An authentic chair will have a sturdy steel frame. If the metal seems flimsy or thin, it will unlikely be a genuine Hardoy. In addition, real Butterfly chairs are free of joints and hinges, so you can generally conclude that a chair is a reproduction if you spot either. If you'd like a professional opinion on your chair, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Find a range of BKF Hardoy Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Girl With Butterfly

1940s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Nahum Tschacbasov"Girl with Butterfly", 1945

20th Century European Other Figurative Sculptures

Young Psyche, Bronze, Stone, After Auguste Moreau

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Midcentury /Modern Bronze, Nude Girl w Butterfly Gold Finish, Signed

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Monika RossaGirl with a bird. Contemporary Small Scale Oil Painting, Polish artist, 2024

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Pair of Signed Antique Chinese Watercolour Silk Paintings of Geisha Girl Flowers

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Schumacher Faire Garden in Yellow Ivory 22" Pillow

Recent Sales

Early 2000s Feminist Prints and Multiples

Kiki SmithTrinity Heaven Earth Feminism Female Fairy Tales Gender Contemporary Landscape, 2000

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Karoline Kroiss Butterfly III " Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Karoline Kroiss"Butterfly VII" Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Marina J. Little Girl s Pearl Strung Necklace with Butterfly Pendant

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Monika RossaGirl with a butterfly. Contemporary Small Scale Oil Painting, Polish artist, 2024

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Ceramic Dancer Girl Made in England by Goldscheider with Butterfly Dress

2010s Portrait Paintings

Elise Remender"Summer Botanical" surrealist portrait of girl with pink, red roses, butterflies, 2019

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Marina J. For Girls! Pearl Necklace with Pink Rubies and Butterfly Brooch

2010s Figurative Paintings

Janice Frame"Free Your Mind" mixed media of a girl with feathers and butterflies around her, 2020

2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Danielle ScottDream Girls, assemblage dancer portrait, music, black rose, blue butterfly wings, 2023

Antique Early 1900s Scottish Paintings

Amusement by A E Hornel, Oil on Canvas

1960s Figurative Prints

Walter WilliamsGIRL WITH BUTTERFLIES, 1964

Early 20th Century French Statues

French Natural Patina Lead Garden Figure of a Girl with Butterfly

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Karoline Kroiss What a Beautiful Thought " Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Karoline Kroiss It seemed like a Butterfly " Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Karoline Kroiss"It Takes a While" Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Karoline Kroiss Trust Signs" Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly on Black, 2021

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Monika RossaGirl with a butterfly. Contemporary Small Scale Oil Painting, Polish artist, 2024

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Marina J For Girls Pearl Necklace with Aquamarine 18k Enameled Butterfly

Early 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Vintage 4-Panel Japanese Tosa School Screen - Noh Dance on Stage, Unknown, Late 18th to Early 19th Century

Vintage 1960s Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Ugo Lucerni Italian Majolica Studio Wall Relief

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Decorative Boxes

19th Century Regency Bombe Shape Mahogany Sewing Box

People Also Browsed

21st Century and Contemporary Books

Manly P Hall, the Secret Teachings of All Ages, First Edition Book 4 Prints

1960s Abstract Portrait Paintings

Stunning Art Deco Young Woman Portrait Framed Signed Rare Original Oil Painting, 1900

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Bronze Sculpture Orientalist Dancer, Artist Fatori

Antique 15th Century and Earlier African Natural Specimens

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Early 20th Century Vienna Secession Portrait Paintings

Baron Robert Heinrich Freiherr von Doblhoff Woman with Red Hair, 1901

1930s Art Deco Figurative Paintings

Laura GreenwoodArt Deco Portrait of a Woman, ca. 1930

21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Mark SchwartzM.Y. 3, 2014

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Art Deco Floor Lamp

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Bird Cages

Bird Cage Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, Year: 1900, France

19th Century Figurative Sculptures

Mathurin MoreauMathurin Moreau Patinated Bronze of a Génie and Science .

1950s Modern Landscape Paintings

Nahum Tschacbasov
"Girl with Butterfly", 1945

Monika Rossa
Girl with a bird. Contemporary Small Scale Oil Painting, Polish artist, 2024

Kiki Smith
Trinity Heaven Earth Feminism Female Fairy Tales Gender Contemporary Landscape, 2000

Karoline Kroiss
Butterfly III " Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

Karoline Kroiss
"Butterfly VII" Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

Monika Rossa
Girl with a butterfly. Contemporary Small Scale Oil Painting, Polish artist, 2024

Elise Remender
"Summer Botanical" surrealist portrait of girl with pink, red roses, butterflies, 2019

Janice Frame
"Free Your Mind" mixed media of a girl with feathers and butterflies around her, 2020

Danielle Scott
Dream Girls, assemblage dancer portrait, music, black rose, blue butterfly wings, 2023

Walter Williams
GIRL WITH BUTTERFLIES, 1964

Karoline Kroiss
What a Beautiful Thought " Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

Karoline Kroiss
It seemed like a Butterfly " Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

Karoline Kroiss
"It Takes a While" Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly, 2021

Karoline Kroiss
Trust Signs" Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Girl with Butterfly on Black, 2021

Monika Rossa
Girl with a butterfly. Contemporary Small Scale Oil Painting, Polish artist, 2024

Baron Robert Heinrich Freiherr von Doblhoff
Woman with Red Hair, 1901

Laura Greenwood
Art Deco Portrait of a Woman, ca. 1930

Mark Schwartz
M.Y. 3, 2014

Mathurin Moreau
Mathurin Moreau Patinated Bronze of a Génie and Science .

Armand Leleux
The castle way by Armand Leleux - Oil on wood 20x28 cm

Jacques Zucker
"Portrait of Woman with Head Wrap" Post-Impressionism Oil Painting on Canvas, 20th Century