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19th C Optical Antique Ruby Red Sorcerers Mirror Curio Unusual Distortion Convex
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A decorative double sided sorcerers mirror, with seven reverse ground optics on a ruby red glass ground, with the other side being a flat plate. The mirror plates have age related o...
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Antique 1820s English George III Wall Mirrors

Materials

Art Glass, Mirror

Ceramic optical Tile Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Cedit Ceramiche, 1968
By Cedit Ceramiche 1, Ettore Sottsass
Located in taranto, IT
Rare ceramic tile designed in 1968 by Ettore Sottsass for Cedit Ceramiche aluminum frame Size with frame 35x35 cm, tile size 15x15 cm, protrusion from the wall 5 cm Very good cond...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Scandinavian Pendant Light 1 fittings E27 with Acrylic Optical Shade
Located in Verviers, BE
Hanging pendant light from the late 1960s designed in the Scandinavian style and Acrylic Shade Its Classic modernist form and simplicity in design, make it an iconic example of midc...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Acrylic

Antique Optical Print of People Ice Skating and Playing Ice-Hockey, 1780
Located in Langweer, NL
painting by Adriaen van Drever. This is an optical print, also called 'vue optique' or 'vue d'optique
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Antique 18th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Les Pyramides de l Égypte – Optical Print by Probst, Augsburg c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Les Pyramides de l'Égypte – Optical Print by Probst, Augsburg c.1780 This antique optical print
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Antique Late 18th Century German Prints

Materials

Paper

Terry Balle, Large Studio Acrylic/Resin, Vase/Sculpture/ Optical Planter, Signed
By Terry Balle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great, large optical resin vase /planter for the known artist Terry Balle, signed in bottom Balle
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Resin, Plastic, Acrylic

Optical Print of the Imperial Colleges and Warehouses in St. Petersburg, Russia
Located in Langweer, NL
optical print, also called 'vue optique' or 'vue d'optique', which were made to be viewed through a
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Antique Late 18th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Midcentury Scandinavian Pendant Light 2 fittings E27 with Acrylic Optical Shade
Located in Verviers, BE
Hanging pendant light from the late 1960s designed in the Scandinavian style and Acrylic Shade Its Classic modernist form and simplicity in design, make it an iconic example of midc...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Acrylic

Sculptural 18th Century Italian Figure of Christ on Phantom Red Optical Calcite
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian hand-carved wood figure of Christ on an optical calcite crystal
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Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Quartz

Optical Print of an Arsenal Interior – Upper Hall with Arms Display, c.1760
Located in Langweer, NL
18th-Century Optical Print of an Arsenal Interior – Upper Hall with Arms Display This remarkable
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Antique 1760s Prints

Materials

Paper

Venetian Naval Battle Print – Rare Optical Vue of Venice versus Turks, c.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Combat Naval dans le Golfe de Venise – Rare Optical Print of the Venetian Victory over the Turks
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Antique Late 18th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique Microscope by W. Klein Wetzlar with Carl Zeiss optical lenses, Germany
Located in Beograd, RS
microscope features a solid brass body that has developed a rich patina and it features Carl Zeiss optical
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Antique Early 1900s German Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

A Kinetic Optical Op-Art GOUACHE PAINTING by DORDEVIC MIODRAG, France 1960
By Dordevic Miodrag
Located in PARIS, FR
interlocking geometric lines in gradients of blue, white, gray and black, with a very effective optical effect
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Vintage 1960s French Kinetic Paintings

Materials

Paint, Paper

A Kinetic Optical Op-Art GOUACHE PAINTING by DORDEVIC MIODRAG, France 1960
By Dordevic Miodrag
Located in PARIS, FR
optical effect, of exceptional quality of execution, signed in bottom left Miodrag, by Dordevic Miodrag
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Vintage 1960s French Kinetic Paintings

Materials

Paint, Paper

Scandinavian Diablo Ceiling Lamp in Green Optical Glass by Orrefors, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A diablo shaped hanging light with hand-blown pickle/olive green main glass shade and a top in solid rosewood set in brass-alloy aluminum. Manufactured by Orrefors in Sweden during t...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Plexiglass Optical Cubic Sculpture by Alessio Tasca for Fusina, Italy, 1970s
By Fusina, Alessio Tasca
Located in Milan, IT
Plexiglass sculpture composed by four modular shapes by Alessio Tasca for Fusina
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Vintage 1970s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plexiglass

19th C Pair of Large Optical Experimental Scientific Mirrors Concave Convex
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large pair of scientific optical mirrors, one concave the other convex. These where used in
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Pocket Poco by the Rochester Optical Co. Folding Camera c.1903
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT The original Pocket Poco was manufactured by the Rochester Optical Co. from approximately
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Missoni by T&J. Vestor in years 80 optical art carpet wool
By Missoni
Located in Biella, IT
Missoni by T&J. Vestor in years '80 optical art carpet 100 % wool
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960 s-1970 s Lucite Acrylic Optical Op Art Abstract Sculpture
By Victor Vasarely
Located in San Diego, CA
One of a kind lucite acrylic abstract op-art sculpture dating from the 1960's to 1970's. No signatures or maker marks. Looks like something Victor Vasarely would have made. Great abs...
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Mid-20th Century American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Mid Century Modern Vase Arzberg White Porcelain Optical Art OP Art
By Arzbeg Porcelain
Located in Munich, DE
half is indented. These intricate patterns create an optical illusion, also called Op Art. The vase is
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Hand-Colored Optical View of Buitenhof, The Hague, by Jacob Wagner, ca. 1760
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Hand-Colored Optical View of Buitenhof, The Hague, by Jacob Wagner, ca. 1760 This hand
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Antique 1770s Prints

Materials

Paper

Vintage Cased Monocular, French, Field Viewing Scope, Optical Interest, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage cased monocular. A French, enamelled brass and leather viewing scope, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Delightful field monocular, with 8 x 30 magnificat...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Optical Print of Delft Canal, The Hague by Jean-François Daumont, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Hand-Colored Optical Print of Delft Canal, The Hague by Jean-François Daumont, ca. 1770
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Antique 1770s Prints

Materials

Paper

Italian space age chromed steel frame with optical abstract design print, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age chromed steel frame with optical and abstract design print, 1970s Framework with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

1960s 3-Arm Hanging Lamp, Tangerine, Chrome and Wood with Optical Lampcovers
By Kaiser
Located in Verviers, BE
Three-branch pendant centre light on stem, in the style of Kaiser. The branches have lens shades that create a dappled light pattern on your ceiling, but also provide undisturbed (m...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Wall Sculpture with Optical Art in Plexiglass created by César Bailleux
By Cesar Bailleux
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Marvellous piece of art made by Dutch artist César Bailleux called Groei Reliëf, meaning Growth Relief. The name seems to be a reference to the Dutch phenomenon 'groeibriljant' (g...
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Organic Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Plexiglass, Plaster, Wood

Italian vintage Murano Glass Lamp optical Black and White, original 80s Italy
Located in Venezia, IT
Beautiful vintage Murano glass pendant lamp made in Italy in the 70s/80s. The large size of the blown glass (about 65 cm in diameter!) the elegant shape and the refined glass workman...
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20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Camp of Israel and the Sacrifice of the Red Heifer – Optical View, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Camp of Israel and the Ceremony of the Red Heifer – Hand-Colored Optical Print, ca. 1770
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Antique 1770s French Prints

Materials

Paper

View of Delft Canal to The Hague – Hand-Colored Optical Print, Paris, c.1760
Located in Langweer, NL
View of Delft Canal to The Hague – Hand-Colored Optical Print, Paris, c.1760 This charming hand
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Antique Late 18th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Optical Print of Joseph Thrown into a Pit by His Brothers, 1770 - Biblical Scene
Located in Langweer, NL
Optical Print of Joseph Thrown into the Pit by His Brothers, circa 1770 – Hand-Colored Vue
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Prints

Materials

Paper

Optical View of the Royal Palace at Buen Retiro, Hand-Colored, London c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Vue et Perspective de la Maison de Plaisance du Roy d’Espagne à Buen Retiro – Optical View
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Antique Late 18th Century English Prints

Materials

Paper

Landing of the British Troops in New York – Hand-Colored Optical View, ca. 1776
Located in Langweer, NL
below, with its mirrored counterpart at the top, typical for optical prints intended for reflection
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Antique Late 18th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Vintage Burgundy Red and Clear Czech Glass Vase Optical Honeycomb Pattern 1950 s
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning vintage burgundy red and clear cut glass vase has a honeycomb pattern that reflects an optic design. It looks art deco meets mid century modern. The rim is flat cut pol...
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Mahogany Genothalmic Cabinet by General Optical Co Roll Top Medical Work Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mahogany Genothalmic Cabinet by General Optical Co. Roll Top Medical Work Desk Station
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Optical Print or Vue d optique of a Chinese Temple, ca.1750
Located in Langweer, NL
displayed around the temple. This is an optical print, also called 'vue optique' or 'vue d'optique', which
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Antique 1750s Religious Items

Materials

Paper

Hand-blown Figural Woman Decanter in Optical Glass by Erik Meisner, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
female and is made from clear optically striped glass. Measurements: H: 25 cm, D: 10 cm. Capacity: 0.6
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

An optical art "Expo" glass vase, by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden, 1973
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Aachen, DE
heavily cased piece is featuring an optical effect. The base has an inserted opaque orange circular glass
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Hand-Colored Optical View of Delft Canal, The Hague by G.J. Probst, 1781
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Hand-Colored Optical View of Delft Canal, The Hague by G.J. Probst, 1781 This optical print
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Antique 1780s Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of 1960s Bohemian/Czech Glass Optical Illusion Tall Orange Vases Space Age
Located in Torquay, GB
Pair of 1960s Bohemian/Czech Glass Optical Illusion Tall Orange Vases Space Age. Optical illusion
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Space Age Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

An OPTICAL OP-ART Huge Thick Transparent LUCITE SHELVING SYSTEM, France, 1980
Located in PARIS, FR
spectacular input : it is a supersized shelving unit appearing as a major furniture by its size, its thickness
Category

Vintage 1980s French Space Age Shelves

Materials

Plexiglass

Vue de Bayonne du Côté du Port – Hand-Colored Optical Print by Basset, c.1790
Located in Langweer, NL
Vue de Bayonne du Côté du Port – Hand-Colored Optical Print by Basset, Paris circa 1790 This
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Antique Late 18th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Optical View of the Port of Boeotia Near the Island of Evvia, Greece
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vue Perspective du Port d'Aulide en la Beocie vis-a-vis l'Isle d'Eubee qu'on appelle maintenant Negrepont'. View of the port of Boeotia near the island of Evvia...
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Antique Late 18th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Set of 6 Optical Prints – Story of the Prodigal Son by Probst, Hand-Colored 1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of 6 Optical Prints – Story of the Prodigal Son by Probst, Hand-Colored c.1780 This rare and
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Antique Late 18th Century German Prints

Materials

Paper

OP-ART 1970 Henry Irving Three Dimensional Optical Art Piece In Painted Wood
Located in Miami, FL
Op-art sculptural painting made by Henry Irving. This is a very decorative piece of art from the op-art movement. The piece is a framed sculpture, created by an American artist, bac...
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Optical View of The Coronation Ceremony of The Emperor of China, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
la Chine'. Optical view of the coronation ceremony of the Emperor of China. Artists and
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Antique 1770s Prints

Materials

Paper

A Regency Cut Glass Miniature Obelisk Prism With An Optical Illusion Of An Urn
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Very Beautiful Well Executed Regency Cut Glass Miniature Obelisk Prism. With An Optical Illusion
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Antique 19th Century British Regency Paperweights

Materials

Cut Glass, Paint

Art Deco Bar / Water Pitcher with Narrow gold Bands on Optical Ribbed Glass
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco water or bar pitcher of optically ribbed clear glass with narrow gold bands from the foot
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Glass

Modern Optical Art on Foil Paper by Patrick Dupré manner of Julio Le Parc
By Julio Le Parc
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Optical Art on Foil Paper by Patrick Dupre This mesmerizing original foil art by Patrick
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Late 20th Century French Minimalist Decorative Art

Materials

Foil

Antique Optical View of the Castle and Gate of Heemstede near Haarlem , ca.1760
Located in Langweer, NL
Heemstede (near Haarlem) instead of (as in the caption) Haarlem Gate. This is an optical print, also called
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Antique 1760s Prints

Materials

Paper

1960 s-1970 s Lucite Acrylic Optical Op-Art Large Cube Abstract Sculpture
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in San Diego, CA
One of a kind Op-Art lucite acrylic abstract cube sculpture dating from the 1960's to 9170's. No signatures or maker marks. Reminds me of Charles Hollis Jones or Victor Vasarely. Gre...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

19th C. Scientific Optical Mirror in Black Hardwood Frame on Tripod Brass Stand
Located in Haarlem, NL
A large 19th Century scientific optical mirror in round blackened hardwood frame on brass
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

An OPTICAL POP OP-ART KINETIC PAINTING on Panel by GUY POUPPEZ, France 1968
By Guy Pouppez De Kettenis De Hollaeken
Located in PARIS, FR
An authentic kinetic painting, Post-Modernist, Abstract Geometric, Op-Art, composition of red, purple and black geometric shapes on panel in its original American box in white lacque...
Category

Vintage 1960s European Kinetic Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Old Large Masthead Nautical Ship Lamp, Vintage Industrial Style Decoration Item
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is a large vintage solid metal and brass nautical 7989 Mast head Light, Maritime signal lantern/lamp with Fresnel lens. With carrying hoisting handle it is approx. 28.5" high. N...
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Vintage 1930s English Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Antique Kodak No. 2 Premo Folding Camera c.1916
By Eastman Kodak
Located in San Francisco, CA
AND TECHNIQUES Leather, Chrome, Optical Glass. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use
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Early 20th Century Industrial Photography

Materials

Chrome

Leitz Brass Compound Microscope
By E. Leitz
Located in New Orleans, LA
microscope was crafted by the renowned optical firm Ernst Leitz GmbH of Wetzlar, Germany. An exceptional
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Antique 19th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Optical Glass, Wood

Three drawer achromatic telescope by Utzschneider Fraunhofer of Munich
Located in London, GB
secularized Benediktbeuern monastery and converted it into an optical glassworks. In 1814 Joseph Fraunhofer
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Antique Early 19th Century German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

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Used Optical Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of used optical furniture available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and optical glass. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of used optical furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of used optical furniture bearing Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of used optical furniture over the years, but those crafted by Palwa, Gaetano Sciolari and Feliciano Béjar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Used Optical Furniture?

A piece of used optical furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,746, while the lowest priced sells for $52 and the highest can go for as much as $43,258.
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    Mor furniture used to be called Superstores of America. During the 1990s, Mor Furniture for Less also operated stores under the names Bedroom Superstore and America's Sofa Super Store. In 2000, the company changed its name to Mor Furniture for Less and rebranded all its locations to its new name. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    What oil you should use on wicker furniture varies. For best results, consult the care instructions that accompanied your piece for specific instructions and product recommendations. Depending on the properties of your piece, linseed oil, lemon oil or another natural plant oil may be the best option. Find a diverse assortment of wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
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    The best paint to use on wicker furniture is enamel paint. To paint, hold the can at least 8 inches away and move back and forth for even coverage.
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    Bernhardt uses engineered, multi-ply hardwood plywood as well as various solid hardwoods like teak. The brand is known for employing unique decorative materials like bone inlay, German silver, gypsum and white onyx. On 1stDibs, find Bernhardt furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
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    The best products to use on wood furniture are lacquer, varnish or polyurethane that will protect the wood from staining, and add a nice sheen to the piece. Wood furniture polishes are available in silicon, emulsion, oil-based and wax and you can choose based on the type of wooden furniture you have. It is important to test on a small patch of wood before applying it to the entire piece of furniture.
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    There are many different types of finishes that can be used on wood furniture. Linseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is one of the most popular treatments in the world to use on wood furniture. Shop a range of antique and vintage wood furniture with different finishes on 1stDibs.
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    A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Whether you should use teak wood oil on outdoor furniture depends on the piece and the product. The formulation of most teak wood oil is intended for indoor use, and these products generally shouldn't be applied to outdoor furniture. You should read the care instructions on your furniture and the directions for use on the teak oil for specific advice. Explore a wide variety of outdoor furniture on 1stDibs.
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    The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

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