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C. 2022 Grazia
Co Diiva Swivel Counter Stool in Orange 7x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Australia in 2014. These examples were produced ca. 2022. The listed price includes one stool, and we have
Category
2010s Australian Modern Stools
Materials
Brass, Steel
1950s Set of 4 Fler Dining Chairs in Original Vinyl Fred Lowen
Ernest Rodeck
By Fler Narvik, Fred Lowen
Located in TORQUAY, AU
first wave of modern design that transformed the Australian home. They were the backdrop to family
Category
Mid-20th Century Australian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Tavolo Morbido Coffee Table by Studio Mignone in Resin with Glass Table Top
By Studio Mignone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A coffee table that blurs the lines between art and design, emerging from a foundation of traditional sculpture techniques and crafted individually by hand. Its resin feet offer a wa...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Concrete
Pathways Wall Cabinet in American Oak
Clay by Joanne Odisho
Located in Geneve, CH
Pathways Wall Cabinet in American Oak & Clay by Joanne Odisho
Dimensions: D 42 x W 85 x H 120 cm.
Materials: Plywood, American oak, paper pulp, eggshells, and clay.
The handmade and...
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Cabinets
Materials
Other
A Beautiful Mind • Sculptural Organic Mirror in Sandstone by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
Reflecting visions of sedimentary rock formations, our ‘A beautiful Mind’ mirror exhibits the beauty and power of raw earth.
Inspired by geological forms, this piece is hand-sculpt...
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Sandstone
Murrine Quadrants in Gold with Salmon
Primrose II, sculpture by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
.
Settling in Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
A rare studio glass roll up vase by Klaus Moje, made in Canberra in 1995
By Klaus Moje
Located in Aachen, DE
thinks of Moje as an Australian artist, who more than anyone else has set the high standards of
Category
1990s Australian Other Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass
A Beautiful Mind • Sculptural Organic Stone Mirror in Black by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
Reflecting visions of sedimentary rock formations, our ‘A beautiful Mind’ mirror exhibits the beauty and power of raw earth.
Inspired by geological forms, this piece is hand-sculpt...
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Onyx, Granite
Mongolian Fur Throw Rug, Mongolian Sheepskin in Natural White
By Emily Barbara
Located in Dural, AU
Mongolian fur throw rug are individually hand crafted in Australia by eluxury home, by pre selecting pelts
Category
2010s Australian Bohemian Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Murrine Quadrants Stoppered Bottle in Grey, Celadon
Pistachio, by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
Italy.
Settling in Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Bottles
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Bedside Table in Blue Vellum, Marble, Bronzed Brass, Fumed Eucalyptus
By Boucher
Co
Located in Queensland, AU
, Australia.
The shape is a timeless contemporary design inspired by the hull shape of a small seagoing skiff
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Night Stands
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Contemporary Table Light in Brass with Marble, Portal 600 by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
Made by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be returned or exchanged
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Contemporary Table Light in Brass with Marble, Portal 450 by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
”) 36W $6,095
Made by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be returned
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Murrine Quandrants in Apricot with Salmon
Primrose, sculpture by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
.
Settling in Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Contemporary Wall Sconce in Brass, Portal 450 by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
Mottled Patina
Verdigris (Price + 15%)
Made by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Table Light Sculpture in Brass with Quartz, Prometheus IV by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
scale with every fixture.
Made by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
Murrine Quadrants in Teal, Celadon
Pale Turquoise II, vessel by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
.
Settling in Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Murrine Quadrants in Grey, Celadon
Pistachio II, glass artwork by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
.
Settling in Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
A fine studio glass fusing bowl by Klaus Moje, made in Canberra in 1982
By Klaus Moje
Located in Aachen, DE
ever have been imagined, .... Despite his European roots one now thinks of Moje as an Australian artist
Category
Vintage 1980s Australian Other Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass
Murrine Quadrants in Celadon
Turquoise I, a glass sculpture by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
travelling as a journeying glassmaker throughout Denmark, Sweden, France and Italy.
Settling in Australia
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Murrine Quadrants in Pistachio
Turquoise I, a glass sculpture by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in Northern Tasmania
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Murrine Quadrants in Turquoise
Pale Turquoise V, a sculpture by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in Northern Tasmania
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Murrine Quadrants in Turquoise
Pale Turquoise IV, a sculpture by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
.
Settling in Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Murrine Quadrants in Turquoise
Pale Turquoise III, a sculpture by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
.
Settling in Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Table Light Sculpture in Brass with Quartz Base, Portal 450 by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
crystals will differ in size, shape and scale with every fixture.
Made by hand, in Australia.
Crate
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
Table Light Sculpture in Brass with Quartz Base, Portal 600 by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
scale with every fixture.
Made by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
ADesignStudio Cove W2 Architectural Wall Light in Solid Metal or Natural Stone
By ADesignStudio
Located in Banksmeadow, NSW
expressive potential of sculptural materiality. Designed in collaboration with Australian designer Adam
Category
2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel, Brass
ADesignStudio Coast W2 Architectural Wall Light in Solid Metal or Natural Stone
By ADesignStudio
Located in Banksmeadow, NSW
expressive potential of material and form. Designed in collaboration with Australian designer Adam Goodrum
Category
2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Marble, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
ADesignStudio Coast W1 Architectural Wall Light in Solid Metal or Natural Stone
By ADesignStudio
Located in Banksmeadow, NSW
expressive potential of material and form. Designed in collaboration with Australian designer Adam Goodrum
Category
2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Marble, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Murrine Quadrants Stoppered Bottle in Pale Blue
Salmon by Peter Bowles
By Peter Bowles
Located in London, GB
.
Settling in Australia, Bowles set up his own studio ‘Glass Manifesto’ with his partner Anne Clifton in
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Bottles
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
I Found You In The Forest Dreaming Shelves by Michael Gittings
By Michael Gittings
Located in Geneve, CH
Michael Gittings aims to Challenge pre-conceptions around furniture, creating contemporary, yet
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Shelves
Materials
Stainless Steel, Copper, Enamel
Chandelier in Quartz and Brass, Petra III Circular 1100 by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
:
Clear Quartz Slice
Rose Quartz Slice
Smoky Quartz Slice (Price +30%)
Made by hand, in Australia.
Crate
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
Chandelier in Quartz and Brass - Petra III Circular 1100 by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be returned or exchanged because of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
ADesignStudio Cove W1 Architectural Wall Light in Solid Metal or Natural Stone
By ADesignStudio
Located in Banksmeadow, NSW
materiality into a refined architectural form. Designed in collaboration with Australian designer Adam Goodrum
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Pendant in Quartz Slices and Brass - Petra II Linear 900 by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be returned or exchanged because of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
Trench-Art, Shell Casing Pair of Table Lights in the Form of Koalas, 1940
Located in Pymble, NSW
casing ends and each with the word 'Australia' in hand -cut copper lettering. Fitted to replacement
Category
Vintage 1940s Australian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Wall Sconce in Quartz with Brass Base - Petra I Twin by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be returned or exchanged
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
Wall Sconce in Quartz with Brass Base, Petra I Triple by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be returned or exchanged
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
Wall Sconce in Quartz with Brass Base, Petra I Triple by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be returned or exchanged
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
Wall Sconce in Quartz with Brass Base - Petra I Mono by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Warsaw, PL
by hand, in Australia.
Crate included in the price.
This item cannot be returned or exchanged
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Brass
Barbera
Lovelock
Cast Solid Bronze Coat Stand Hat Stand, in Stock to Ship
By Daniel Barbera
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
mastery of form and Material.
Designed and made in Australia
Size available:
175cm tall
Custom heights
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Organic Form Sugar Bomb Mono Sconce in Quartz and Brass by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Geneve, CH
, Australia, honoring traditional elements of form, proportion, and scale, marrying traditional and cutting
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Quartz, Brass
Organic Form Sugar Bomb Mono Sconce in Obsidian and Brass by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Geneve, CH
designs, prototypes, and builds in Melbourne, Australia, honoring traditional elements of form, proportion
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Quartz, Stone, Brass
Photo Frame, Macassar, Ebony and Nickle in Art Deco Style. A perfect gift
By Boucher
Co
Located in Queensland, AU
was completely handmade in the Boucher & Co workrooms in Toowoomba, Australia and inspired by our
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
Photo Frame, Burl Walnut, Ebony and Nickle in Art Deco Style. A perfect gift
By Boucher
Co
Located in Queensland, AU
was completely handmade in the Boucher & Co workrooms in Toowoomba, Australia and inspired by our
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
$1,200 Sale Price
53% Off
Wishbone, Outdoor and Indoor Sculptural Bench Seat by Brodie Neill
By Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
With a long, undulating three-way symmetry, the organic Wishbone bench seat creates a sculpturally striking form which is reminiscent of a whale-bone. Available in black and white as...
Category
2010s Australian Minimalist Benches
Materials
Fiberglass
Wishbone, Outdoor and Indoor Black Sculptural Bench Seat by Brodie Neill
By Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
With a long, undulating three-way symmetry, the organic wishbone bench seat creates a sculpturally striking form which is reminiscent of a whale-bone. Available in black and white as...
Category
2010s Australian Minimalist Benches
Materials
Fiberglass
Marc Newson Red
Gello
Table Made for Les 3 Suisses in 1994, Original Box
By Marc Newson
Located in London, GB
1994.
Table, 'Gello', PVC/polystyrene/metal, Marc Newson/3 Suisses, Australia/France, 1994. The
Category
1990s Australian Kinetic Side Tables
Materials
Polystyrene, PVC, Polymer
Figure in Psychoscape, Australian Artist James Gleeson
Located in Paradise Point, Queensland
14 x 19, frame 48 x 54cm
Renowned as Australia’s foremost surrealist painter and poet, James
Category
Vintage 1980s Australian Other Paintings
Materials
Paper
Nullarbor Sofa, Handcrafted in Western Australian Jarrah Hardwood
Located in Winchelsea, AU
A true display of fine craftsmanship showcasing mortise and tenon joinery, the luxe and Minimalist sofa focuses on the natural aesthetics of the hardwood. Complemented with ultra-com...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
Pyrenees Dining Table, Handcrafted in Western Australian Jarrah Hardwood
Located in Winchelsea, AU
Showcasing the sophistication of joinery as an art form, the Pyrenees has been designed using halving joints and uniformed lines which create various silhouettes when viewed from dif...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
Bambra Dining Table, Handcrafted in Western Australian Jarrah Hardwood
Located in Winchelsea, AU
Held solid with a sleek and modern base the Bambra is a truly timeless piece. Handcrafted for superior strength without compromising the beauty of each individual piece of timber.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
‘Kai’ Couch in Swedish Pine and Australian Shearling
Located in New York, NY
club legs, Australian shearling, and leather-covered buttons. Customization is available upon request.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Pine
"Eva" Chaise in Swedish Pine and Australian Shearling
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful contemporary chaise in Swedish Pine Club legs and Australian Shearling and leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Sheepskin, Pine
Mantle Bedside Table in American Oak
By Paradox Movement
Located in SYDENHAM, AU
storage solution and a textural elevation to the bedroom.
Each piece of Paradox Movement furniture is
Category
2010s Australian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Softwood, Lacquer
$1,772 / item
Mantle Bedside Table in American Walnut
By Paradox Movement
Located in SYDENHAM, AU
storage solution and a textural elevation to the bedroom.
Each piece of Paradox Movement furniture is
Category
2010s Australian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Softwood, Lacquer
$1,899 / item
Contemporary Corner Bench in Raw Waxed Steel
Located in London, GB
Based on the simple lines traced by children when asked to draw a house, the Corner Collection is a series of seats reminiscent of gable roofed houses.
The Corner Lounge is the larg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
$3,168 / item
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- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024In Australia, a couch is often simply called a couch. However, some people also refer to these long upholstered furnishings as sofas or lounges. In some cases, the term couch may be reserved for a more casual piece. Shop a wide range of sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024In Australia, you spell jewelry as "jewellery." This is also the preferred spelling in the United Kingdom, while in the U.S., jewelry is the proper spelling. In Canada, you will see both jewelry and jewellery in use. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025There are actually multiple famous wildlife artists in Australia. The incredible biodiversity of the country has inspired numerous artists, such as James Hough, who produces realistic depictions of animals and birds. Another is Natalie Jane Parker, known for her acrylic works on clay boards. Other notable Australian wildlife artists include Chris McClelland and Maree Davidson. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Australian art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024No, Lane Furniture is not the same as United Furniture. Up until 2017, Lane Furniture was a completely separate company from United, and the two furniture makers had no affiliation with each other. That changed when United Furniture, a subsidiary of Heritage Home Group, acquired Lane. Soon after the initial sale, Heritage resold Lane to Bassett Furniture. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Lane Furniture pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between modern furniture and old furniture is in the specificity of the term. Generally, pieces considered modern date from between the end of World War II in 1945 and the end of the 1970s. During this period, more furniture makers mass produced pieces, and designers increasingly used new materials, such as plywood and plastic. Old furniture is not a specific term. People frequently use the term old for anything that subjectively appears aged. Explore a large selection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify my furniture?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021An easy way to identify your furniture is to look at the manufacturing label, stamp, or tag which shows the name of the creator. There might also be a signature from the furniture maker instead.1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021You can easily identify your furniture by looking over them in areas such as the underside or backside. If there are drawers, you can pull them out to inspect all the sides. A maker’s mark is often placed in these areas. You can also look for identification papers, as they give the location of the factory, date of manufacture, name of the maker and the location of the factory. Find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is Panton in furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024In the world of furniture design, Panton likely refers to the name of a chair created by Vernon Panton or the Danish designer himself. It is easy to recognize the Panton chair by its curvy, flowing form. The iconic seat, which had been in development since at least 1960, debuted in Danish design magazine Mobilia in 1967 and then at the 1968 Cologne Furniture Fair. It was the first chair to be made from a single piece of molded plastic. His cantilevered S-chair models, made of molded plywood and manufactured by Gebrüder Thonet, were equally innovative. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage Vernon Panton furniture.
- What is Baumritter furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Baumritter furniture is the term for furnishings produced by Baumritter. Theodore Baumritter and Nathan S. Ancell founded the company in 1932 in Beecher Falls, Vermont. In 1939, it began producing furniture under the Ethan Allen name, and during the late 1970s, the company was renamed Ethan Allen due to the success of the brand. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Baumritter furniture.
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- What is Brutalist furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Brutalist furniture is the term for furnishings that reflect the characteristics of Brutalism, a style that emerged during the mid-20th century. Furniture that fits the definition prioritizes functionalism, minimalism and the utilization of negative space and typically features spare silhouettes, pronounced geometric shapes, a stripped-down, natural look and rugged textures. Modular construction from industrial materials, such as tubular steel, concrete, glass and granite, is also common. Furniture designers who worked in the Brutalist style include Le Corbusier, Marcel Breuer, Paul Evans, Oscar Niemeyer, Paul Rudolph and Tom Greene. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Brutalist furniture.
- What is modular furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Modular furniture is furniture sold as individual pieces that are intended to be arranged side by side. By mixing and matching coordinating components, you can create a custom layout that suits your specific needs. One of the most common types of modular furniture is the sectional sofa, which can consist of a sofa, loveseat, recliner, corner, chaise and ottoman pieces suitable for positioning in different configurations. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of modular furniture.
- What is cigar furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What cigar furniture is depends on the context. Some people call furniture designed to store and preserve cigars, like humidors, cigar furniture. Numerous furniture designers have also named lines of seating "Cigar" because of their color or classic style inspired by club chairs once featured in the smoking lounges of private clubs. On 1stDibs, find a variety of furniture from some of the world’s top dealers.
- What is Chippendale furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chippendale furniture is a style of furniture developed during the mid 18th century. It gets its name from the British cabinet maker Thomas Chippendale because his work inspired the look of the furnishings. Some common elements of Chippendale include upholstered seats, cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet and yoked backs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chippendale furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Here are some names of furniture. A sofa is an upholstered furnishing designed to accommodate two or more people, while accent chairs are upholstered chairs placed in seating areas. Occasional tables include low coffee tables, tall and narrow end tables and tall, wide console tables. Dining room furniture includes dining room tables and chairs, as well as servers, buffets and hutches for storage. Some types of furniture often found in bedrooms are beds, nightstands, dressers, wardrobes and chests. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a breakfront furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Breakfront furniture is typically a large bureau or hutch used for displaying and storing either books or china. Breakfront furniture typically consists of three connected sections, one of which protrudes in front of the two flanking it.
- What is a highboy in furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In furniture, a highboy is a chest of drawers that rests on decorative legs. Its name comes from the French word for wood, "bois," which sounds similar to the English word “boy.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of highboy furniture.
- What is metamorphic furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Metamorphic furniture is anything that transforms to perform more than one purpose. Historic examples include shepherd's chairs that turn into step stools and end tables that become music stands. You'll find a range of antique and vintage metamorphic furniture on 1stDibs.
- Where is Ercol furniture from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ercol furniture is from Chiltern, Buckinghamshire, UK. Lucian Ercolani founded the company in 1920 in the nearby city of High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, and named it after the first syllable of his surname. Shop a range of Ercol furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is Regency furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
Regency is a style of furniture that emerged during the early 19th century, when the Prince of Wales, future King George IV, assumed rule of the United Kingdom as Regent while his father, George III, was ill. Rather than the rich carvings and curves of earlier periods, it is characterized by plain lines and surfaces, slender legs and right angles highlighted by elaborate, often metal, ornamentation.
- What is retro furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024What retro furniture is depends on the context. In some cases, the term refers to furniture produced more than 20 years ago and is a synonym for vintage. Other times, retro refers to contemporary furniture that looks as if it were made in an earlier decade. Explore a wide variety of furniture on 1stDibs.