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French Sliding Glass Doors Library or Bookcases, 1950s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice Library with two sliding doors Library or bookcases from the 1950s and also sliding
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Vintage 1950s French Bookcases

Seletti Library Modular Wooden "Renaissance-Arc", White
By Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves

HARDWOOD SOLID CHAIR CONVERTS INTO LADDER OFFICE LiBRARY STEP
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London A good quality library step, you can use it as a chair in your office or
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20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Midcentury Walnut Executive School Teacher Desk Typewriter Drawer Library
Located in Dayton, OH
Midcentury walnut executive school teacher desk typewriter drawer library, mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Art Deco Milk Glass Globe Library Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco pendant light features a decorative, milk glass globe shade with brass fitter, 26 inches of chain and canopy is newly wired to accept up to a 150 watt bulb. The chain height...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Nineteenth Century English Oak Library Table by Holland Sons
By Holland Sons
Located in London, GB
A Nineteenth century Holland & Sons library table, circa 1830s, oak with gilt-tooled leather skiver
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Antique 19th Century British William IV Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique Mid 19th Century Mahogany Gothic Library Bookcase
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Incredibly Unusual And Fine Quality Mid 19th Century Mahogany Library Bookcase The Castellated
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Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Library Sconce in Solid Brass by Paul Ferrante
By Paul Ferrante
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful library/readin light designed and manufactured in Los Angeles by Paul Ferrante. The
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

19th Century Trestle-Style English Writing Desk Library Table
Located in Surrey, BC
An exceptional, compact antique English writing desk/library table with trestle-style legs, circa
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Antique 1880s English Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Empire Form Chandelier with Owl - Prague Library, c. 1910
Located in Kinderhook, NY
: University Library, Prague, Bohemia; then Austro-Hungarian Empire, now Czech Republic.
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Early 20th Century Czech Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Late 19th Century Double Sided Oak Library Bookcase
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Late 19th century, beautifully made, double sided oak library bookcase, sign written. Adaptable
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Antique 1890s English Bookcases

Antique Library Telescope, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Scottish E. Lennie
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique library telescope for terrestrial or astronomical use. A Scottish piece from the
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Scientific Instruments

Office Cylinder, 18th Century, Forming Above Library, Louis XVI
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Exceptional Office cylinder, 18th century, forming above library, Louis XVI, rosewood marquetry. h
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Vintage Minty Limited, Library Oxford Glass Bookcase
Located in Pasadena, TX
Wood construction with glass and wood sliding doors. Circa 1930
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Vintage 1930s British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Large 19th Century French Oak Library Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Important, large, 19th century French oak libarary bookcase, beautifully proportioned with glazed metal frame doors and great patina.
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Antique 19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Spanish or Colonial-Style Baroque Writing or Library Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming Spanish Baroque-inspired Library or Writing table in oak that most probably
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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique William IV Mahogany Library Table Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique William IV mahogany library table, circa 1835 in date. It is crafted
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Antique 1830s William IV Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Pair of Carys Library Table Globes English, 1800
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A pair of Carys 12 inch library table globes in mahogany stands, each on a reeded baluster stem
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Antique Early 1800s English Globes

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Mahogany

Industrial Congress Library in Black by Lips Vago, Italy
By Lips Vago
Located in Milano, IT
look, ideal for modern living rooms, libraries, or working environments. Its architectural lines and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Bookcases

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Metal

Large 19th Century Oak Gothic Revival Library Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large 19th Century oak Gothic Revival library bookcase. This quality item is superb with original
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Antique 19th Century Bookcases

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Oak

Library Bookcase from Ava Gardner s Paris Apartment
Located in Washington, DC
A bit of nostalgia and old-world Hollywood-style comes with a history of this special piece having come from the Paris 7th Arrondissement apartment. The stories this could tell! Bras...
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Early 20th Century French Bookcases

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Giltwood, Wood

Vintage Set Spiral Mahogany Library Steps 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful set of Vintage English spiral library steps, circa 1980 in date. They are of
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Vintage 1980s Bookcases

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Mahogany

English William IV Partner s Writing Desk or Library Table
Located in Essex, MA
Period English Mahogany Writing Desk, Regency or William IV. Drawers on Both Long Sides. Neoclassical Carved Legs. Leather Top
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Fine Victorian Bird’S-Eye Maple Centre Library/ Writing Table
By Edwards Roberts
Located in Dereham, GB
fine Victorian bird’s-eye Maple Centre Library / Writing Table, Stamped on top of drawer Edwards
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Antique 1870s English Rococo Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple

Antique William IV Library Writing Table / Desk / Side Table
Located in London, GB
A charming antique William IV library writing table / desk / side table. This was made in England
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Antique 1830s British William IV Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Large Victorian Oak Four-Door Glazed Library Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Victorian oak library bookcase the moulded cornice above four large glazed doors opening to reveal
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases

Regency Grecian Revival Low Waisted Library Bookcase
Located in London, GB
With Belgium black marble top. The frieze with foliate rosettes above acanthus volutes on plinth base, English, circa 1820.
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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Bookcases

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Mahogany

Small Wooden Library by Guglielmo Pecorino, Italy, 1950s
Located in Quarrata, IT
Small library with wooden structure designed by Guglielmo Pecorini and produced in Italy during
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Vintage 1950s Shelves

Materials

Wood

18th Century George III Mahogany Library Bookcase
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
An impressive 18th Century mahogany bookcase, attributed to notable furniture maker Henry Hill of Marlborough. The concave cornice and dentil moulding above a pair of unusual glazed ...
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Antique 1760s English George III Bookcases

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Glass, Mahogany

Lovely Patina Mahogany Bookcase Library Reading Bookcase
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely patina antique mahogany bookcase A very good looking and well-made piece, the timber grain on top and the shelves is lovely, it has ...
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

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Mahogany

Midcentury Baker Furniture Walnut Parquetry Neoclassical Writing Library Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Neoclassical inspired desk by Baker Furnireu, circa 1960s. Made from walnut with a parquetry diamond designed top over three drawers and tapered Corinthian carved legs leading to bra...
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Vintage 1960s Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Monumental 19th C Arched Glazed Mahogany Library Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1870 Monumental 19th C Arched English glazed mahogany library bookcase. Arched sliding
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Antique 19th Century Bookcases

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Mahogany

Vintage Set Spiral Mahogany Library Steps 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful set of Vintage English spiral library steps, circa  second half of the 20th
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20th Century English Bookcases

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Mahogany

Swedish Neoclassical Art Deco Carved "Bibliotek" Library or Writing Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large neoclassical relief-carved "Bibliotek" Library or Writing Table of dark flame birch
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Early 20th Century Opaline Glass Globe Library Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, library pendant light features a patterned, opaline glass globe shade with
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Post-modern Library Shelf System, Italy, 1980
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Vienna, AT
Graphical shelf system, Italy circa 1980 Very rare suspension, wall mounted shelf for large books. Well-sized black shelf with lots of space for especially larger books. It looks ve...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves

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Steel

Early 20th Century Milk Glass Globe Library Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, industrial, library pendant light features a 13 inch milk glass globe shade
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Neo-Renaissance library, France, around 1880. After renovation
Located in Chorzów, PL
Neo-Renaissance library, France, around 1880. Very good condition, after professional renovation
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Antique 1880s French Renaissance Bookcases

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Oak

English Partner s Writing Desk or Library Table with Leather Top
By Maple Co.
Located in Austin, TX
An English partner's writing desk or library table of mahogany, featuring a leather top embossed
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Antique 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Antique Mission Arts Crafts Oak Library Bookcase Writing Desk Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique early 20th century Arts & Crafts library table or writing desk. Made of oak featuring
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Art Nouveau Library Wardrobe from the Interwar Period
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Nouveau library wardrobe from the interwar period. After Renovation Place of creation: Poland
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Vintage 1930s Polish Other Bookcases

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Oak

Large Library Globe by W. A. K. Johnston
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large globe on cast iron base by W. & A. K. Johnston, Edinburgh Scotland. The globe is 18" diameter not including the ring.
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Early 20th Century Globes

18th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Secretary with Library
Located in Wichita, KS
This is an exquisite Swedish Gustavian period painted secretary with library and original brass
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases

Library E22 by Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno Italy 1951
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Berlin, DE
Library E22 by Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno Italy 1951
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

1940 s English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit 1940’s English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit
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Vintage 1940s English Shelves

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Oak

Bleached French Walnut and Marble Library Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Louis Philippe period library table in bleached maple with original marble top. 4 drawers to the
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Gueridon

Materials

Walnut

Large Mid 20th Century French Oak Library Cabinet
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very impressive mid 20th century traditionally made oak library cabinet. The very elegant
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Mid-20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Circa 1880 Petite Antique French Walnut Library or Hall Table
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Incredible petite antique French walnut library or hall table with a stunningly carved multi
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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Set Spiral Mahogany Library Steps 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful set of Vintage English spiral library steps, circa  second half of the 20th
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Late 20th Century English Bookcases

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Leather, Mahogany

Machine Age Art Deco Library/Desk Globe by Hammond
Located in New York, NY
great addition to any mans office/Den/library.
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20th Century Globes

John Vesey Style Steel Bronze Mounted Library Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing and iconic 20th century stainless steel and bronze mounted library writing table or desk
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20th Century American Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Brass

Vintage Set Spiral Mahogany Library Steps 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful set of Vintage English spiral library steps, circa 1980 in date. They are of
Category

Late 20th Century English Bookcases

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Leather, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Swivel Library, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wooden swivel library - Italy, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Vittorio Introini Library System Model P700, 1969 Saporiti
By Vittorio Introini
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Library system designed by Vittorio Introini. Italy, Saporiti, 1969. Modular and sculptural wall
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stainless Steel

19th Century Drop-Leaf Library Table with Clawed Feet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century Mahogany Drop-Leaf Library Table with Clawed Feet. Each leaf Measures 16.25".
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Antique 19th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mahogany

Large Oak Art Nouveau Library Open Bookcase, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful and rare extra large library open bookcase. Rare because of its size, 315 cm or 124.02
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Bookcases

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Oak

Warren McArthur Library Work Table Stainless Steel, circa 1935
By Warren McArthur, Warren McArthur Corporation
Located in Camden, ME
A library table by the Warren McArthur Corporation from the mid 1930s with stainless steel frame
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Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

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There is a range of libraries and studies for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique libraries and studies was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and mahogany. There are 1584 antique and vintage libraries and studies for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 50 modern editions to choose from as well. Libraries and studies have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Libraries and studies are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Mid-Century Modern and Georgian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Frama, Minty of Oxford and Franco Albini each produced beautiful libraries and studies that are worth considering.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A study room — frequently just called a study — is a room in the house reserved for quiet and reflection. It is a space where you can study, work on your computer or read. A good study is spacious, quiet, neatly furnished with proper ventilation. Shop a range of antique and vintage study furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Vivienne Westwood studied at the Harrow School of Art in Harrow, UK, and at the University of Westminster in London.

    She took courses in both fashion design and silversmithing. However, she did not stay at either institution long enough to earn a degree. In the early 1960s, she began to make her own necklaces and other jewelry and met artist, activist and entrepreneur Malcolm McLaren. She made clothes for him in the style of the Teddy Boys, the city's music-crazed, occasionally violent teenagers who wore high-waisted trousers and tailored velvet blazers that drew on Edwardian-era fashions. Westwood and McLaren opened a vintage shop on King's Road in London in 1971, and eventually, Westwood produced and sold her own pieces at the store, marking the start of her work as a designer.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Joan Miró studied art at the School of Industrial and Fine Arts in Barcelona, Spain. The school also went by the name The Llotja. Miró did not complete his studies. Instead, he dropped out and briefly attended the School of Commerce to study business at the urging of his parents. Shop a selection of Joan Miró art on 1stDibs.
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    Ettore Sottsass studied at the Politecnico di Torino in Turin, Italy. In 1939, he graduated from the institution with a degree in architecture. Sottsass began working as an artist and designer in the late 1940s. He produced furniture, ceramics, paintings, sculptures and jewelry. Find a variety of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Philippe Starck studied at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris, where he focused on interior design. Following graduation, he found work decorating nightclubs. In 1983, he received a major commission to design the apartments at the Élysée Palace, then occupied by French president François Mitterrand. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Philippe Starck furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Graham Sutherland studied art at Epsom College in London and also taught printmaking at the Chelsea School of Art. Sutherland is a painter best known for his Surrealistic landscapes. Find a variety of Graham Sutherland art from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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    The ladder in a library is sometimes called a rolling or leaning ladder. However, you will most often see it referred to simply as a library ladder. Shop a variety of library ladders from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Library ladders can also be called elephant ladders or the No. 70 ladder. They are typically made with rungs and not steps, which can be somewhat difficult to climb. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique library ladders from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    Roy Lichtenstein studied art at Ohio State University. He received both Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts degrees from the university. For 10 years, he worked as an instructor at the institution. Find a range of Roy Lichtenstein art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Yes, Ángel Botello studied art. The Spanish-Puerto Rican painter received his education at the École des Beaux-Arts in France and the School of Art of the San Fernando Academy in Madrid, Spain. Botello was dubbed "the Caribbean Gauguin" for his bold colors and depictions of island life and is considered one of the greatest Latin American postmodern artists. Explore a range of Ángel Botello art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, you can use a library table as a desk. In fact, many people like the spacious tops found on library tables because they usually have enough room to accommodate a computer and provide additional work space. Find a range of library tables on 1stDibs.