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What is a furniture designer?
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A furniture designer is a professional who creates furniture. They begin with a concept and then produce sketches to capture their vision. Then, they create more detailed schematics that can be used to manufacture furniture. Some well-known furniture designers include Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Frankl, Milo Baughman, Gio Ponti, Le Corbsuier, Ettore Sottsass, Paul Evans, Jules Leleu, Poul Kjærholm, George Nakashima, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright and Hans J. Wegner. Explore a large selection of furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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18th Century Chinese Canton Enamel Plate
Located in New Orleans, LA
This enchanting Chinese plate, known as Canton enamel, evokes the intrigue and exclusivity of the 18th- century Imperial court. Boasting a magnificent fa...
Category
Antique 18th Century Other Dinner Plates
Materials
Enamel
Incredible Three Leaf 'Rababaro' lamp by Carlo Giorgi for Bottega Gada Milano
By Carlo Giorgi
Located in Portlaoise, IE
This remarkable floor lamp was created by designer sculptor Carlo Giorgi for Atelier Bottega Gadda in Milan circa 1970. A stunning piece it does not conform to one specific category,...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau French Blue Floral Motif Vase by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Grythyttan, SE
A stunningly beautiful art nouveau french blue floral motif vase with handles by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden 19 the 1920s. The floral motif is painted with free hand on two sides of the vas...
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Alessandro Becchi Black Leather Anfibio Three Seater Sofa for Giovannetti, 1972
Located in Vicenza, IT
Anfibio sofa-bed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, 1972.
Fully restored and upholstered with high-quality black Italian natural leather.
Mattress upholstered with soft sheepski...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Cotton, Foam
Round Natural Plaster Dining Table "Menhir" 120 by Isabelle Beaumont
Located in Ranst, BE
Contemporary Belgian design / Handcrafted / Organic shape / Ecological material / Natural lime plaster / Concrete look / Made on demand
Color pictures: BM32.5 Camel Ultra Light
Indo...
Category
2010s Belgian Minimalist Dining Room Tables
Materials
Cement, Composition, Limestone, Concrete
Pair of Bonacina armchairs in rattan and bamboo, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of Bonacina armchairs in rattan and bamboo, Italy, 1950s
Two rare and spectacular rattan armchairs, perfect for decorating a veranda, garden or living room. Refined and elegant...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
