Question 1

Where are the mosaics in Italy?

Accepted Answer

In Italy, mosaics are in a number of Byzantine churches. The Church of Santa Cecilia in Rome, the Basilica of Saint Mark in Venice and the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo in Ravenna are all home to well-known mosaics. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mosaics.

Question 2

Is Chanel from Italy or France?

Accepted Answer

Chanel is from France. Coco Chanel opened her original boutique on the rue Cambon in Paris, France, in 1910. However, some Chanel shoes and bags are made at factories located in Italy. Find a collection of Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 3

Where is alabaster made in Italy?

Accepted Answer

In Italy, alabaster decorative objects are largely made in Volterra, a village located in Tuscany to the southwest of the city of Florence. The town became a center for alabaster carving due to its proximity to stone quarries. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of alabaster art, decorative objects and lighting.

Question 4

Is Prada from Italy or France?

Accepted Answer

Prada is from Italy, not France. Mario Prada founded the luxury fashion house in Milan's Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in 1913. His original shop remains to this day, but the company now operates from its headquarters in a repurposed industrial space between Via Bergamo and Via Fogazzaro in Milan. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Prada apparel, bags and accessories.

Question 5

Is Gucci made in Italy?

Accepted Answer

Whether Gucci is made in Italy depends on the piece. The vast majority of the luxury fashion house's clothing, bags and accessories do come from workshops in Italy. However, Gucci manufactures its watches in Switzerland and some of its eyewear in Japan. Find a variety of Gucci apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 6

Does Italy have good watches?

Accepted Answer

Many watch lovers believe that Italy has good watches. While perhaps not as famous a country for watch manufacturers as Switzerland, Italy is home to many distinguished luxury watchmakers. Among them are Bulgari, Emporio Armani, Gucci, Panerai and Salvatore Ferragamo. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Italian watches.

Question 7

What do I wear to a 1920s party?

Accepted Answer

To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What did flappers wear in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What does a 1920 flapper look like?

Accepted Answer

Flappers were young women known for their energy who pushed the boundaries of freedom for women of that era. The classic image of a 1920 flapper is a party girl who wore make-up, lingerie and a knee-length, straight silk dress. Flappers often had shorter hairstyles, like a bob. Find a variety of 1920s nostalgia items, including flapper dresses, on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What colors were fashionable in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What did brides wear in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.

Question 12

What era is 1920s jewelry?

Accepted Answer

What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What was the clothing style in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.

Question 14

What are 1920s dresses called?

Accepted Answer

The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.

Question 15

What is 1920s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.

Question 16

Are Cazal sunglasses made in Italy?

Accepted Answer

No, Cazal sunglasses are not made in Italy. Created by Austrian-born designer  Cari Zalloni, the statement-making pieces are actually made in Germany. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of authentic Cazal sunglasses from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 17

Are all Versace products made in Italy?

Accepted Answer

No, but most are. Versace’s menswear, womenswear, kidswear, footwear, and accessories are made exclusively in Italy, but its perfumes are generally made in France and its watches are generally made in Switzerland. Shop authentic Versace clothes, accessories and more from trusted sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 18

Are Balenciaga bags made in Italy?

Accepted Answer

Some are. In general, Balenciaga’s most expensive, top-shelf bags are made in Italy, while its less-expensive offerings are typically made in China. You can find the origin of a Balenciaga bag on the brand’s website. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of Balenciaga pieces from top sellers worldwide.

Question 19

Are Natuzzi sofas made in Italy?

Accepted Answer

Whether or not Natuzzi sofas are made in Italy depends on the piece. Some sofas do come from Italian factories. However, others originate from manufacturing facilities in Brazil, China and Romania. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Natuzzi sofas.

Question 20

Is Chanel jewelry made in Italy?

Accepted Answer

Whether Chanel jewelry is made in Italy depends on the piece. The luxury fashion house does produce some of its necklaces, earrings, bracelets, brooches and rings in workshops located in Italy. Other pieces originate in France. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of Chanel jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.

Italy 1920s

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Antique Gilt Floral Sconces

Vintage 1920s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Pair of Silver Chandeliers with Shell Motif, Sold individually

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Gilt Wood Sconces

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Set of 4 Painted Bronze Sconces, Sold per Pair

Vintage 1920s Italian Benches

Pair of Wooden benches

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Candlestick Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Antique Alabaster Light Fixture

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Neoclassic Style Bronze Sconces

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Gilt Wood Arrow Sconces

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Single Antique Alabaster Lamp

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Large Gilt Wood Sconce

Vintage 1920s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Gilt Metal Chandelier

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Sconces with Molded Glass Leaves

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Single Carved Alabaster Table Lamp

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Carved Wood Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Painted Venetian Coffee Table

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Small Neoclassic Alabaster Table Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Alabaster Light Fixture

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Pair of Etched Milk Glass Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Gilt Wood Candlestick Lamps

Early 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Carved Alabaster Table Lamps

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Large Antique Green Murano Chandelier

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Pair of Palm Tree Table Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Pair of Square Fixtures with Alabaster, Sold Individually

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Large Hammered Bronze Urns Mounted as Lamps

Early 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Large Neoclassic Alabaster Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Antique Pink Murano Glass Lamp

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Pair of Large Tole and Wood Sconces

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Blue Alabaster Table Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Carved Alabaster Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Set of Blue Glass Sconces, Sold per pair.

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Amethyst Glass Sconces

Early 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Carved Wood Table Lamps

Vintage 1920s Italian Flush Mount

Amber Neoclassic Alabaster Light Fixture

Vintage 1920s Italian Sculptures

Carved Wood Angel Candlestick

Vintage 1920s Italian Floor Lamps

Single Carved Marble Floor Lamp

Vintage 1920s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Caramel Alabaster Light Fixture

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Large Mirrored Planter Sconce

Early 20th Century Italian Lanterns

Set of 12 Amber Glass Lanterns

Vintage 1940s Italian Lanterns