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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Winnowing is the process that separates the grain from the chaff in agriculture, and was mechanized during the Industrial Revolution. A common material before that time was the winnowing basket, used to throw the grain into the air and catch it again so that the chaff would blow away. On 1stDibs, shop antique winnowing baskets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What materials did Miró use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Miró used a wide range of materials to produce his artwork. When painting, he sometimes worked directly on canvas, but other times, he first drew a rough sketch and painted over top. He also produced pastel sketches, prints, sculptures, ceramics, tapestries and murals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Joan Miró art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024What materials Giacometti used varied. Alberto Giacometti was a painter, printmaker and furniture designer, but he is best known as one of the 20th century’s most important sculptors. When creating his sculptures, he typically used clay or plaster and worked with his hands to form and shape figures. His finished works were then typically cast in bronze. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Alberto Giacometti art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Michelangelo used a variety of materials. For sculptures, he utilized marble, bronze, wood, terracotta and stone. His paintings tended to be frescoes, which he produced by applying layers of fresh plaster to the wall and then applying natural pigments so that the artwork would dry into the architecture. The Italian artist also made many drawings in ink and chalk. Explore a diverse assortment of fine art from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Edward Hopper used a variety of materials to produce his art. His most famous works, including the iconic Nighthawks, are oil paintings on canvas. However, Hopper also experimented with watercolors and etchings. Find a selection of Edward Hopper art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass. This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Damien Hirst doesn't use any specific materials to produce his art. Instead, he employs different media that suit the subject of his work. Often, Hirst combines found objects to create collages or converts them into sculptures. He made his spot series by painstakingly applying paint to walls and other materials. Find a collection of Damien Hirst art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Zaria Forman uses pastel paints applied mostly with her hands and fingers rather than a brush. The American Artist typically depicts oceans and arctic landscapes with the intent to educate the world about the effects of climate change. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Zaria Forman art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck uses a wide range of materials in his designs. He is best known for unconventional pairings, such as pieces made of velvet and chrome or glass and stone. Often, he chooses plastic as a material because it is versatile and affordable. Shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To create his drawings, David Shrigley uses either ink and a brush, or a water-based marker pen. He is known for his comedic take, combining handwritten text with child-like images of animals, people and everyday still life. Shop a selection of David Shrigley’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers used the same materials throughout his career. Usually, he preferred oil paints, which he applied with a palette knife instead of a brush. Much of his work appears on textured masonite board. Find a selection of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eero Saarinen is a Finnish-American architect and industrial designer that worked with a variety of mediums, including steel, glass and concrete. Eero Saarinen is also credited with the creation of some notable styles of furniture, including the Tulip chair. Browse a variety of Eero Saarinen designed furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Artist Alexander Calder used primarily industrial materials to create his mobile, such as steel, aluminum and wire. With a background in mechanical engineering, Alexander Calader uses his education to build mobiles with seemingly impossible silhouettes that make for eye-catching decor pieces. Shop a selection of Alexander Calder work on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Emilio Pucci used a variety of materials for his clothing and accessories. The Italian fashion designer favored natural materials like cotton and cashmere and gained notoriety for his signature jersey silk fabric. Pucci's colorful prints became synonymous with his eponymous fashion house and went on to influence the next generation of designers. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Pucci apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Zaha Hadid used materials like steel, concrete and glass in her architecture, art and design. Fluid forms and Constructivist aesthetics, such as bold colors and softly angular edges, are the keynotes of the late British-Iraqi architect’s buildings and furniture. Hadid’s work is the essence of energy and drama. Some of her most striking architectural accomplishments include the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum in East Lansing, Michigan; the Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku, Azerbaijan; the Riverside Museum in Glasgow, Scotland; the Guangzhou Opera House in Guangzhou, China and the Zaragoza Bridge Pavilion in Zaragoza, Spain. On 1stDibs, find a range of Zaha Hadid furniture and lighting.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Eero Saarinen used a variety of materials in his furniture designs. Some of his designs feature hardwood frames, but he didn't work in wood exclusively. His Tulip chair consists of a fiberglass seat mounted on a cast aluminum base. You'll find a range of Eero Saarinen furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 23, 2024Takashi Murakami has used a variety of materials in his work, and his characters have appeared across a wide range of media. His sculptures include silkscreened maple hardwood skateboard decks and cast vinyl figurines (polyvinyl chloride), and he has created silkscreen prints, ink drawings with permanent marker, and offset color lithographs on wove paper. Murakami is a filmmaker, too, and has produced paintings in oil and acrylics. The artist is supported by a large production studio and artist management company that he founded called Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd.
Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami may be famous among collectors for the psychedelic flowers and chaotic cartoons that populate his prints and paintings, but artists likely know him as the theorist behind the contemporary art movement he calls “Superflat.”
Partially inspired by the Pop art of Andy Warhol, in which celebrity culture and mundane mass-produced items became the focus of bright and colorful works that both celebrated and criticized consumerism, Murakami’s Superflat encompasses painting, sculpture, digital design and more to present a subversive look at consumerism but is also an effort to blend fine art and lowbrow culture.
Find Takashi Murakami art for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 26, 2024Marc Chagall used a variety of materials in his art. The Russian-French modernist worked in nearly every artistic medium. Influenced by Symbolism, Fauvism, Cubism and Surrealism, Chagall developed his own distinctive style, combining avant-garde techniques and motifs with elements drawn from Eastern European Jewish folk art.
Chagall produced magnificent stained-glass windows for structures in France, Israel, Germany and the United States. Additionally, his lively paintings of Paris are revered all over the world. Chagall had created etchings of Russian life during the 1920s but would explore printmaking later more deeply, during the 1950s, when he sought guidance from veteran lithographer Charles Sorlier, who became a friend and collaborator.
Find authentic Marc Chagall art on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Paula Rego is known for her use of pastels in her artwork. She starts with using hard pastels, then completes her piece with soft pastels. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of authentic Paula Rego pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Alexander McQueen often incorporated natural materials into his designs. Examples include hair, feathers, coral, shells and wood. Tweed is a signature material for many fashions, and the brand's scarves tend to feature airier fabrics like silk and chiffon. You'll find a collection of Alexander McQueen on 1stDibs.