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Who is the father of interior design?
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The father of interior design is considered by many people to be Sir Edwin Lutyens. During the early 20th century, the British architect and designer became known for his work designing luxurious interiors for homes in the English countryside. Others argue that interior design has a mother, too, in Elsie de Wolfe. Historians often credit de Wolfe with establishing interior design as a profession in its own right due to her work for high-profile clients like the Duke and Duchess of Windsor and Henry Clay Frick and Adelaide Howard Childs. Shop a wide range 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...
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Antique 18th Century Other Dinner Plates
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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
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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
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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
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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
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2010s Belgian Minimalist Dining Room Tables
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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
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Bamboo, Rattan