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Antique Indian Silver Champagne Presentation Cup
By Manikhai Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sweeping angular Art Deco style handles. This cup is fitted to a circular turned wood plinth, encircled
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Steamer Chest, Marine, English Travel Ship s Trunk W Insall Sons, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
prestigious Bristol firm of W Insall & Sons. A camphorwood chest from the late 19th century, circa 1870
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Teak Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk + Tambour Storage, Made in Denmark
By Bernhard Pedersen Son
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Teak secretary desk + Tambour storage, Made in Denmark by BPS Bernhard Pedersen, c. 1960s. This piece boasts tons of delicious design details: upper area h...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Model No. 1116 Coffee Table by Ico Parisi for Singer Sons
By Ico Parisi
Located in London, London
Retailed by Singer & Sons, New York Made exclusively for the American market Walnut veneered wood
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Holy Trinity / Father, Son, and Holy Ghost Carved and Gilded Fragment
Located in Dallas, TX
An elaborate giltwood carved fragment, semi-circular in shape, of the Holy Trinity in front of windows surrounded by cherubim, carved beaded border, Italy, late 17th century. Loss...
Category

Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Wood

Coolest Johannes Andersen Mid-Century Modern Bar, Skaaning Søn, Denmark 1960´s
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish designer Johannes Andersen created a functional yet decorative bar cabinet executed in rosewood. The closed front has a footrest whereas the functional side features various s...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Rare Set of Bertha Schaeffer for M. Singer and Sons Tables
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Sons circa mid 1950's. Ingenious in their design these walnut tables feature sculpted cross braces and
Category

Vintage 1950s American End Tables

Materials

Wood

Wall Mounted Brass Eagle Head on Oak Plaque Holding a Dinner Gong by Wm. Tonks
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
English Arts and Crafts period "Dinner Gong" by William Tonks & Sons (stamped on back). A well-cast
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Musical Instruments

Materials

Brass

Philips Challenge Globe, Copyright, 1960
By George Philip Son
Located in Houston, TX
Scale 1:37,500,000 Statute Miles Diameter 13 1/2 inches London Geographical Institute George Philip& Son
Category

Vintage 1960s Globes

Materials

Chrome

Antique Wooden Dog Carrier by Absalom Backus, Jr Sons with Label circa 1902
Located in Milford, NH
A fabulous antique wooden domed top dog carrier or crate by Absalom Backus Jr & Sons, circa 1902
Category

Early 20th Century American Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Antique Philip s Merchant Shipper s Globe
By George Philip Son
Located in Astoria, NY
Son LTD. Includes a brass meridian ring and a horizontal ring with zodiac symbols and calendrical
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Globes

Materials

Wood

Small English 20th Century George Philip Terrestrial Globe on Wooden Base
By George Philip Son
Located in Atlanta, GA
base. Created in England during the 20th century by George Philip & Son in London, this terrestrial
Category

20th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Cigarette/Cigar Box With Silver Edging To The Lid, 1930
By George Betjemann Sons
Located in London, GB
London, 1930. Made by George Betjemann and Sons, 36 Pentonville Road, London. N1. The business was
Category

Vintage 1930s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Philips Terrestrial Globe, circa 1925
By George Philip Son
Located in London, GB
An attractive terrestrial globe by George Philip and Son; circa 1925. Printed in several colours
Category

Vintage 1920s British Globes

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paper

Chinoiserie Decorated Westminster Chiming Grandmother Clock
By William Greenwood Sons
Located in Norwich, GB
. Silvered dial with Arabic numerals signed ‘W.Greenwood and Sons, Leeds and Huddersfield’. Eight day
Category

Vintage 1920s English Other Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Janetti Father Sons Support for Engraved and Painted Bamboo Vase, Japan
By Janetti
Located in Roma, IT
Janetti Father & Sons. Perch Japanese Pedestal in finely engraved bamboo. Support the painted wood
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Pedestals

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Danish Armchairs by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen et Tørben Lind for France Søn
By France Daverkosen, Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind
Located in Oirlo, LI
A pair of Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen et Tørben Lind Moduline wooden armchairs for France & Søn. This was
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Antique English Sterling Silver Presentation Cup - Arts Crafts Style
By S. Blanckensee Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
circular ebonised wood plinth, encircled with a vacant silver inscription band; the band may be engraved
Category

Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian English Sterling Silver Coasters by the Barnard Silversmiths
By Edward Barnard Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
accented with four leaf designs. The coasters retain the original turned wood bases, embellished with
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century Iron Hobnail Studded Safe on wheels att. J.Delano
By J. Delano Sons
Located in Buffalo, NY
key . original wheels and original wood interior. Wonderful patina,, Amazing size and proportion
Category

Antique 1830s American Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Set of six Børge Mogensen armchairs in cane and green lacquered wood, Denmark
By P. Lauritsen Son 1, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Lauritsen & Søn
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane

Excellent Large Finn Juhl Diplomat Desk, Denmark 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France Søn
Located in Berlin, DE
Excellent large Finn Juhl diplomat desk, Denmark 1960s, for France & Son Keys included. Superb
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Antique English Coromandel Sterling Silver Cigar Box - 1898
By George Betjemann Sons
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful late Victorian cigar box / humidor made from exotic Coromandel with solid silver mounts including the handle, all individually hallmarked for London 1898. The makers m...
Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Flip Top Dry Bar Cabinet by George Serlin for Sureline Furniture London
By George Serlin Sons
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Furniture. This piece features a beautiful wood construction with a light wood color and gorgeous wood grain
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

"Visitors to Laocoön and His Sons" by Robin Hextrum, Original Painting
By Robin Hextrum
Located in Denver, CO
Robin Hextrum's "Visitors to Laocoön and His Sons" is an original, handmade oil painting that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Minerva Sofa in Loro Piana Leather and Wool
By France Søn
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
An exceptional sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son. We love this design
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wool, Wood

Art Deco Silver Cutlery Set for 6 People in Showcase by Bruckmann Sons Germany
By Bruckmann Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
wood showcase. The surface is shellac hand-polished. At the top there is a viewing window, from the
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Presentation Cup/Bowl, Antique George V
By James Dixon Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. This fine example of antique silverware retains the original circular painted wood plinth, encircled
Category

Vintage 1920s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Connoisseur Group Side Chair by Paul McCobb for H. Sacks and Sons
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Sacks and Sons. Designed as a dining chair for the 1953 Connoisseur Collection, the piece has an angular
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Sterling Silver Three-Piece Tea Service, Vintage George VI
By Cooper Brothers Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
retains the original carved cushion style painted wood and silver topped finial. The teapot retains the
Category

Vintage 1940s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

August Sander Silver Gelatin Photographic Print Mother and Son Mutter Und Sohn
By August Sander 1
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, radiating image titled "Mother and Son (Mutter und Sohn" (circa 1928) by famed German
Category

Early 20th Century German Photography

Materials

Glass, Wood

English chess table with marble inlay, by Crook Richard and Son, c. 1840
Located in Delft, NL
English chess table with marble inlay, by Crook Richard and Son, c. 1840 An English mahogany chess
Category

Antique 19th Century English Game Tables

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Danish Teak Bernhard Pedersen Credenza
By Bernhard Pedersen Son
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century credenza designed by Bernhard Pedersen and Son, Denmark. This 1970s credenza is made
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, Antique Victorian
By James Dixon Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
painted wood and sterling silver finial. This coffee pot retains the original plain angular painted
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tambour Door Credenza in Teak by Bernhard Petersen, Denmark, c. 1960 s
By Bernhard Pedersen Son
Located in Deland, FL
this versatile piece in many ways represents the zenith of Danish Modern Design. Bernh. Pedersen & Søn
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Sterling Silver Presentation Cup, Antique Victorian
By S. Blanckensee Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
circular ebonized wood plinth, encircled with a vacant silver inscription band; the band may be engraved
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Extra Large Scandinavian Modern Teak Sideboard Buffet Server Royal Board, Sweden
By Bernhard Pedersen Son
Located in West Hartford, CT
wood throughout. Note the multiple drawers and shelves throughout. Why not own the best. Royal Board
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Felt, Wood, Teak

Art Nouveau Edwardian English Sterling Silver Photograph Frame, 1908
By J Aitkin Son
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
" Depth 2.3cm/0.9"" Maker: J Aitkin & Son Date: 1908 Origin: Birmingham, England Video: A video of
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Picture Frame
By James Deakin Sons
Located in New York, NY
- makers. Wood backed. Measures: 8" high x 5 1/2" wide; opening will show a photo 4" x 6." Vacant cartouche
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Display Case / Topper in Teak by Bernhard Pederson, Denmark, c. 1960 s
By Bernhard Pedersen Son
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an extraordinary folding table designed after Folke Ohlsson's iconic flip-flap game table. Featuring a clever pivot joint that allows this fascinating table to turn and t...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Rare Mid-Century Luisa and Ico Parisi Coffee Table
By M. Singer Sons, Ico Parisi, Ico Luisa Parisi, Gio Ponti
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Rare coffee table (no. 2185) imported by M. Singer and Sons. Beautiful welded brass and Italian
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Tambour-Door Teak Credenza by Bernhard Pedersen
By Bernhard Pedersen Son
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish modern Tambour-door teak credenza by Bernhard Pedersen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Danish Vintage Sideboard by Bernhard Pedersen
By Bernhard Pedersen Son
Located in London, GB
An absolutely superb and very rare Danish sideboard. This was made by Bernhard Pedersen in Denmark, it dates from the 1960’s. You’d be hard pressed to find a better quality sidebo...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Pair of Modular Seats by France and Son / John Stuart / Poul Cadovius Attributed
By Poul Cadovius
Located in New York, NY
cushions. The seating units have black finished frames with natural wood veneer based interior storage, and
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Illum Wikkelso Sofa Model Ml-90 Mikael Laursen and Son, Denmark, 1960
Located in London, GB
Kristian Illum Wikkelsø (1919–1999) was a Danish furniture designer whose key work, including the ML-90 sofa, was made during the heyday of Danish design in the 1950s and 1960s. Much...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of "Spade" Teak Wood Modernist Armchairs by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, France Søn
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 'Spade' armchairs in teak wood for France and Søn, circa 1955. Finn Juhl first put this
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

James Ritchie Son Wall Clock, Scotland, circa 1900
By James Ritchie
Located in Culver City, CA
James Ritchie & Son Wall Clock, Scotland, circa 1900. Beautifully patinated clock face set into
Category

Antique Early 1900s Scottish Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Vintage Regency J. Gattuso and Sons Balloon Back Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular set of 8 vintage a Regency dining chairs. Made by the J. Gattuso and Sons group. Done
Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Danish Vintage Desk by Bodil Kjaer
By E. Pedersen Søn, Bodil Kjaer
Located in London, GB
& Søn, originally designed in 1959, this dates from the 1960’s. It is an extremely rare model, larger
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Danish Vintage Model 901 Desk by Bodil Kjaer
By E. Pedersen Søn, Bodil Kjaer
Located in London, GB
. Pedersen & Søn, originally designed in 1959, this dates from the 1960’s. It sits on an incredibly stylish
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Dunhill Carlton Ware Spider Web Table Lighter
By Alfred Dunhill, Carlton Ware Ltd
Located in Northampton, GB
Ltd’ in 1958. In 1966 the company was sold to Arthur Wood and Sons before coming under financial
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Sterling Silver Teapot, George I Style, Antique Victorian
By Thomas Bradbury Sons Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
original carved painted wood and sterling silver finial; the finial secures to the interior of the cover
Category

Antique 1870s English George I Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Samorodok Sterling Silver Cigarette Box, Hallmarked, London 1966.
By S.J. Rose Son
Located in London, GB
Sons silversmiths. Hallmarked, London 1966. Dimensions: 14.25 cm/5⅝ inches (width) x 10.5 cm/4¼ inches
Category

Vintage 1960s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Imperial German Silver Frame, circa 1910
By J.D. Schleissner Söhne 1
Located in London, GB
Wilhelm, Crown Prince of Germany (1882-1951), eldest son of Wilhelm II, German Emperor (1859-1941
Category

Vintage 1910s German Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Still Life with Lobster
By Paul W. Wood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the son of Albert G., an architect and Louise Wood. He married Jacqueline Stark, a pianist, on
Category

1960s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood

Sterling Silver Teapot, Antique Victorian
By Thomas Bradbury Sons Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
surmounted with the original carved painted wood and sterling silver topped pineapple style finial. The
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

10 CH36 and CH37 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Søn, Denma
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oirlo, LI
Set of 10 CH36' and CH37 dining chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. The CH36
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Papercord

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Find a variety of wood and sons available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and silver, all wood and sons available were constructed with great care. There are 214 antique and vintage wood and sons for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 42 modern editions to choose from as well. Wood and sons have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of wood and sons to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Victorian wood and sons are of considerable interest. Carl Hansen Søn, Enoch Wood Sons and France Søn each produced beautiful wood and sons that are worth considering.

How Much are Wood And Sons?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,448, while they’re typically $79 on the low end and $228,500 highest priced.
Questions About Wood And Sons
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, all Howard and Sons chairs are stamped. However, the type and location of the stamp varies. You may see a name or number on a caster wheel or foot on some pieces. Others display the stamp on a paper label sewn onto the fabric. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted Howard and Sons chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, Wm Rogers Son is real silver. However, most pieces aren't solid silver. The silversmith worked predominantly in silver plate, which is a base metal finished with a thin layer of genuine silver. Shop a selection of Wm Rogers Sons silver wares from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To spot an authentic Howard Sons chair, first look for a name or number on the inside of the back foot. There may also be a paper label sewn into the hessian or a name stamp on the wheel. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of expertly vetted Howard Sons chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, cinnabar is a sulfide mineral ore that was used to make red pigment for thousands of years. It also refers to the color most associated with the ore. Shop a collection of antique cinnabar wares from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, coromandel is a type of wood. Most of the wood comes from Sri Lanka and India and you can easily recognize it by its dark brown and black striped appearance. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of coromandel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Grant Wood is from Iowa. The American artist was born in Anamosa, Iowa, in 1891 and grew up in nearby Cedar Rapids. Unlike other American regionalist painters like John Steuart Curry and Thomas Hart Benton, Wood never moved East but remained in the Middle West, where he found inspiration for his paintings of prosperous farms and people reflecting idealized American values. He died in Iowa City, Iowa, in 1942, at the age of 51. Find an extraordinary collection of art for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, teak is a wood. It is a close-grained hardwood and one of the strongest and most durable timbers, very resistant to the elements, including water. This is the reason teak is a desirable wood for furniture, especially outdoor pieces. It’s also often used for building boats and exterior construction projects. Shop a collection of teak furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A wood beam is a block of solid or engineered wood that is used to bear heavy loads. A wood beam is critical to the structure of a house.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Wood is made up of five key chemical substances. These are cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, ash-forming minerals and extractive chemicals, which are by-products given off by trees as they grow. Although their chemical compositions consist of the same things, different species of wood have varying colors and grain patterns. Shop a wide range of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most exotic wood is cocobolo. Cocobolo is found in the Central American highlands and is known for its dark, textured grain. This wood can be seen in a range of different colors such as yellow to purple.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive wood in the world is agarwood. This dark resinous wood is used in incense, perfume, and to make small carvings.In 2010, this wood sold for as high as $100,000/kg.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The term MCM wood typically refers to wood furniture produced in the mid-century modern or MCM style. These pieces usually date back to the postwar years and tend to feature simple, clean lines. Teak, rosewood and oak were some of the most popular types of wood used in furniture design during the period. Find a selection of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Balsa is the lightest wood.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A wood horse is a toy horse made of wood. But it has different meanings across cultures. In Chinese culture, a wooden horse is a symbol of freedom and passion. Find a range of antique and vintage wooden toys on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Syroco wood is a type of wood pulp. Adolph Holstein pioneered the technique for producing it using natural wood, flour and other materials and founded the Syracuse Ornamental Company to sell furniture and decorative objects made from Syroco wood. The company produced Syroco wood pieces from the 1930s through the 1960s. Shop a variety of Syroco wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Treen wood is a term that refers to various types of hardwood used to produce treen. The term “treen” means a small household or decorative object typically carved out of one piece of wood. Shop a selection of treen decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can in fact bleach wood. To start your bleach DIY project, add bleach to a rag and wipe the wood gently. Dry and repeat until you reach your desired effect. Save the hassle and shop a selection of antique bleached wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A burl in wood is a growth on a tree formed from bud tissue that has not sprouted. The burl forms large, knobby-looking growths on the base and trunk of the tree. Every piece of burl wood is unique, which is one reason they are considered rare and valuable. They come in a variety of sizes and have varying wood textures and colors. Find a collection of antique and vintage burl wood furniture on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Burled wood is wood with a unique grain characteristic that results from harvesting a tree that has a burl. A burl is a tree growth often caused by injury, fungus, virus, or insects. The stress from the growth causes pressure on the wood and creates intense grain patterns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cerused wood draws the detail from the grain of wood so that it really highlights the character. Also called limed finish, cerusing gets its name from the skin cream that was used to preserve wood.