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Bar and 2 Stools by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, 1950s
By Olavi Hanninen, Mikko Nupponen
Located in Beirut, LB
unique set of handcrafted furniture from Finland.
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Oak

Pair of Peem Finland Beech & Leather Club Chairs
By PEEM Finland
Located in Norwalk, CT
The Pair of Oak Peem Finland Club Chairs is a striking embodiment of mid-century modern design
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Large Scandinavian Adjustable Leather Armchair by Peem, 1970s, Finland
By PEEM Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
-Rocking mechanism -Very comfortable -Made from leather -Good original condition -Seat hight 41 cm.
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Two Scandinavian Adjustable Leather Armchairs by Peem, 1970s, Finland
By PEEM Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
-Rocking mechanism -Very comfortable -Made from leather -Good original condition -Seat hight 41 cm.
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Scandinavian Modern "Tarina" Decanter by Arabia, Finland 1950s
By Arabia of Finland
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This Scandinavian modern "Tarina" Decanter by Eira Käär and Leena Vuorinen for Arabia Finland 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Stoneware

Yrjö Kukkapuro ‘Experiment’ Lounge Chair, Finland, 1980s
By Avarte, Finland 1, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Yrjö Kukkapuro easy chair from the 'Experiment series' for Avarte, Finland 1982. Experimental
Category

Vintage 1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Large Scandinavian Adjustable Leather Armchair by Peem, 1970s, Finland
By PEEM Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
-Rocking mechanism -Very comfortable -Made from leather -Good original condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro, Experiment Series, 1982, Finland
By Avarte, Finland 1, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Delft, NL
Series for Avarte, Finland 1982. Chrome tubalar frame with black lackered plywood seats and black
Category

20th Century Finnish Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro, Experiment Series, Finland, 1982
By Avarte, Finland 1, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Delft, NL
Series for Avarte, Finland 1982. Chrome tubalar frame with black lackered plywood seats and black
Category

20th Century Finnish Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Finnish Leather Two-Seat Sofa by Oy BJ Dahlqvist Ab for BD Furniture
By OY BJ Dahlqvist, BD Furniture
Located in Schagen, NL
This couch was designed by OY BJ Dahlqvist and manufactured by BD furniture in Finland, circa the
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Folk Art Chair from Finland
Located in Farsta, SE
One of a kind Folk Art chair from Finland Acid-stained Pine 1930s Consistent with age and
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Pine

Folk Art Chair from Finland
Folk Art Chair from Finland
H 35.83 in W 12.21 in D 10.63 in
Ceiling Lamp from Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Munich, DE
Ceiling lamp from Finland. Brass and perforated metal shades.
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ceiling Lamp from Finland
Ceiling Lamp from Finland
H 26.38 in Dm 21.26 in
Brutalist Chairs from Olavi Hanninnen, Finland, 1960
By Olavi Hanninen
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Brutalist chairs from Olavi Hanninnen, Finland, 1960.
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm

Six Vases Probably from Finland, 1950s-1980s
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Six vases probably from Finland, 1950s-1980s Measurement from smallest to largest: H. 15 - 28 W
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Six Vases Probably from Finland, 1950s-1980s
Six Vases Probably from Finland, 1950s-1980s
H 11.03 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
Space Age Lock Skyflyer Pendant Lamp by Yki Nummi for Sanka Finland, 1960s
By Sanka Finland, Yki Nummi
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning first edition Space Age Lokki Skyflyer pendant lamp. Design by Yki Nummi for Sanka Finland
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Rare No.49 Art Nouveau Desk from Finland
Located in Munich, DE
wonderful light and elegant desk from finland by suomen tuoli-, kalusto- ja sorvaustehdas. from the
Category

Vintage 1910s Finnish Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Rare No.49 Art Nouveau Desk from Finland
Rare No.49 Art Nouveau Desk from Finland
H 29.93 in W 40.16 in D 22.45 in
Scandinavian Modern Oiva Toikka Tundra Glass Arabia Iittala Finland 1970 19 pcs
By Arabia of Finland, Oiva Toikka, Iittala
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Finn Design by Oiva Toikka from 1970, Tundra glassware for Arabia, Finland. The design is
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Stoneware Bowl by Francesca Mascitti Lindh. Arabia, Finland, 1960s.
By Francesca Mascitti Lindh, Arabia of Finland, Arabia
Located in Malmö, SE
Lindh at Arabia, Finland. Excellent condition. Incised signature "FML" and "ARABIA". Francesca Lindh
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Arabia, Finland, Two Porcelain Bowls with Motifs from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two porcelain bowls with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In excellent
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, Four Porcelain Bowls with Motifs from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Four porcelain bowls with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In excellent
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, Two Porcelain Bowls with Motifs from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two porcelain bowls with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In excellent
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Stoneware Bowl by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg. Arabia, Finland, 1950s.
By Arabia of Finland, Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg, Arabia
Located in Malmö, SE
Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg at Arabia, Finland. Excellent condition. Incised signature "F.H.Kj" and "ARABIA
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Wonderful Brass Desk Lamp from Finland with Shell Shade
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Munich, DE
. Purchased from an art collectors home in cologne. They bought the lamp 50 years ago in Finland.
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1950s Rattan basket serving tray from Finland, Nordic modern
Located in Hägersten, SE
Hand woven basket or serving tray made in Finland during the 1950-60s. Hand made from cane. Very
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Arabia, Finland, Three Porcelain Bowls with Motifs from "Moomin”
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Three porcelain bowls with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In very good
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, Two Cups in Porcelain with Motifs from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two cups in porcelain with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In very good
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, Two Cups in Porcelain with Motifs from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two cups in porcelain with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In very good
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, "midsummer madness" Porcelain Plate with Motif from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. "midsummer madness" Porcelain plate with motif from "Moomin". Late 20th century
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Finnish Mid-Century Upholstered Armchair, Finland ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
craftsmanship of the Nordic tradition, and Finnish woodworking is world-famous for its traditions.. This
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Fluted Art Glass Vase from Studiolasi Pertunmaa, Finland, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Studiolasi in Finland, circa 1970. Measurements: H 25.3, D 8/3 cm.
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

1960s White Modernist Planter by Richard Lindh for Arabia Finland
By Arabia of Finland, Richard Lindh
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic Scandinavian Modern ceramic planter designed by Richard Lindh for Arabia Finland in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ceramic

Fructus Modern Chop Plate by Gunvor Olin Grönquist for Arabia Finland 1960s
By Arabia, Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist, Arabia of Finland
Located in Miami, FL
, almost a piece of art. Created by Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist (1928-2005), a Finnish designer for Arabia
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Arabia, Finland, Two Cups in Porcelain with Motifs from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two cups in porcelain with motifs from "Moomin". Late 20th century. In very good
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, Two Cups in Porcelain with Motifs from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two cups in porcelain with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In very good
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Aino Aalto Finnish Modern Pine Sofa, Artek, Finland, 1940s
By Aino Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Extremely rare "Kesäsohva" by Aino Aalto, a Finnish Modern gem from the 1940s, meticulously crafted
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Arabia, Finland, Rare Tuu-Tikki Figure from the Moomins in Stoneware
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Rare Tuu-Tikki figure from The Moomins in stoneware, late 20th century. In
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Arabia, Finland, Porcelain Plate with Motif from "Moomin", Late 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Porcelain plate with motif from "Moomin". Late 20th century. In very good
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, "The Flying Moomins" Porcelain Plate with Motif from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. "The flying moomins" Porcelain plate with motif from "Moomin". Late 20th century
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, "Comet in moominland" Porcelain Plate with Motif from "Moomin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. "Comet in moominland" porcelain plate with motif from "Moomin", late 20th century
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Trunk by Jordi Ribaudí, Buffalo Leather, Finnish Pine Wood Sculptural Furniture
By Jordi Ribaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
design, furniture and lighting. As an interior designer, he collaborates with well-known fashion brands
Category

2010s Spanish Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Pine

Brass & Leather 'Lisa' Lamp by Lisa Johansson-Pape - Ships from Stock
By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Innolux Finland
Located in Utrecht, NL
Finland. The beautiful bell-shaped, genuine heavy brass dome effectively reflects the light downwards
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Arabia, Finland, Two Porcelain Bowls with Motifs from "Moomin" Late 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two porcelain bowls with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In excellent
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland Two Porcelain Bowls with Motifs from "Moomin", Late 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two porcelain bowls with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In excellent
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, Two Porcelain Bowls with Motifs from "Moomin" Late 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two porcelain bowls with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In excellent
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia, Finland, Two Porcelain Bowls with Motifs from "Moomin" Late 20th Centuey
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two porcelain bowls with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In excellent
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Midcentury Glass Vases by Tamara Aladin for Riihimaen Riihimaen from Finland
By Tamara Aladin
Located in Copenhagen, DK
This is a nice pair of two handmade glass vases from Finland. Measures: Hight 16 CM. Width 7
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-Century Finish Modern Adjustable Desk Lamp Dulux Junior from Lival Finland
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Dulux Junior desk lamp was produced by the Finnish manufacturer Lival during the 1980s. The
Category

Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chair, Finland, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
interiors look and feel thanks to collections of Finnish modern furniture, home accessories, and decorative
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Unique Modern Finnish Design Armchair
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is most definitely an unusual design for a Finnish armchair. It is the only piece we have seen
Category

1990s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch

Unique Modern Finnish Design Armchair
Unique Modern Finnish Design Armchair
H 25.99 in W 23.23 in D 18.51 in
Finnish Folk Art Stool
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful Finnish hand carved folk stool from the late 1800s. The stool retains the original blue
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Finnish Folk Art Stools

Materials

Pine

Finnish Folk Art Stool
Finnish Folk Art Stool
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H 10.63 in W 13 in D 13.78 in
Big brass floor lamp from 1960s. H.K Aro & Knit. Made in Finland
Located in Turku, FI
& Knit, Finland. Manufacturer's mark "HKA13". - Two light switches, the upper light can be turned on
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Antique Costume Print of a Woman from Finland, 1811
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Un Paysan Finnois'. Print of a woman of Finland in her holiday dress. This
Category

Antique 19th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Arabia, Finland, Porcelain Bowl and Cup with Motifs from "Moomin", Late 20th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Porcelain bowl and cup with motifs from "Moomin". Late 20th century. The bowl
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

1835 Finnish Silver Teapot
By Roland Mellin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Finnish silver teapot; an addition to our diverse
Category

Antique 1830s Finnish Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arabia Finland Two Cups in Porcelain with Motifs from "Moomin" Late 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two cups in porcelain with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In very good
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia Finland Two Cups in Porcelain with Motifs from "Moomin" Late 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. Two cups in porcelain with motifs from "Moomin", late 20th century. In very good
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Finnish Cabinetmaker 1940s Boucle Sofa
Located in London, GB
Finnish Cabinetmaker Curved sofa, 1940s. Curved sofa produced in Finland in the 1940s. The
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Elm

Finnish Cabinetmaker 1940s Boucle Sofa
Finnish Cabinetmaker 1940s Boucle Sofa
H 33.86 in W 64.97 in D 34.65 in
Burl Table, Mid 20th Century, Finland
Located in Helsinki, FI
Burl table from the Mid 20th Century. Swivel cup underneath the table top. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Unique design.
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Burl

Burl Table, Mid 20th Century, Finland
Burl Table, Mid 20th Century, Finland
H 21.66 in W 18.9 in D 14.57 in
Vintage Finnish Hand Produced Juniper Wooden Block Tray Plate, Finland
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Vintage wooden tray plate made from block wood and then hand-turned. Hand produced in Finland the
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Finnish Brutalist Copper Mirror, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Large Finnish Brutalist copper mirror from the 1970s. Broad (6cm/2.5″) rectangular frame covered in
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Brutalist Wall Mirrors

Materials

Copper

Finnish Brutalist Copper Mirror, 1970s
Finnish Brutalist Copper Mirror, 1970s
H 39.77 in W 24.81 in D 0.99 in
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Furniture From Finland For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal furniture from Finland for your home. A furniture from Finland — often made from ceramic, porcelain and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a furniture from Finland, we have 70 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a furniture from Finland — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A furniture from Finland made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Alvar Aalto, Artek and Paavo Tynell each produced at least one beautiful furniture from Finland that is worth considering.

How Much is a Furniture From Finland?

The average selling price for a furniture from Finland at 1stDibs is $843, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Furniture From Finland
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Founded in 1873, Arabia is one of Finland’s most beloved brands. It started with producing large decorated tableware sets fit for grandiose dinner parties, and is best known for its Moomin tableware and Uunikokki ovenware. You’ll find a variety of Arabia pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Arabia of Finland is a Finnish ceramics company founded in 1873 and is still active today. Many of the most famous Finnish ceramics designers worked for Arabia, including Ulla Procopé and Kaj Franck. Shop a collection of antique and modern Arabia of Finland ceramics from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    The kinds of jewelry that Finland is known for include silver, bronze and gold jewelry. One of the most well-known Finnish jewelry makers is Kalevala Jewelry, established in 1935. Another is Lapponia, a brand founded by sculptor Björn Weckström in 1960. Other notable Finnish jewelry makers include Tapio Wirkkala, Elis Kauppi and Aarikka. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Finnish jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    No, Lane Furniture is not the same as United Furniture. Up until 2017, Lane Furniture was a completely separate company from United, and the two furniture makers had no affiliation with each other. That changed when United Furniture, a subsidiary of Heritage Home Group, acquired Lane. Soon after the initial sale, Heritage resold Lane to Bassett Furniture. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Lane Furniture pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Larkin furniture was a byproduct of the Larkin Soap Company. The oak furniture was initially given to customers who purchased a certain amount of soap and other products. The popularity of items like desks, bookcases and chairs led Larkin to begin selling its furniture directly to customers. Browse a selection of antique Larkin furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Krug furniture is a manufacturer of office and commercial furniture based in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. The company started in 1880 and produces all of their products in their own factories. You can find a range of Krug furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tanker furniture is a vintage style of office-centric furniture including desks, filing cabinets, chairs and other business furniture featuring steel construction. They were first crafted around the 1920s and were known for exceptional durability. Shop a collection of tanker furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Breakfront furniture is typically a large bureau or hutch used for displaying and storing either books or china. Breakfront furniture typically consists of three connected sections, one of which protrudes in front of the two flanking it.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Selig Furniture was founded in Massachusetts in 1931. It grew to become a well-known brand and leader in contemporary furniture in the mid-20th century. This put Selig at the forefront of the mid-century modern movement. Its sleek high-end designs produced in Denmark and other Scandinavian countries introduced this style to the United States, where it became quite popular. Shop a collection of Selig furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019

    Regency is a style of furniture that emerged during the early 19th century, when the Prince of Wales, future King George IV, assumed rule of the United Kingdom as Regent while his father, George III, was ill. Rather than the rich carvings and curves of earlier periods, it is characterized by plain lines and surfaces, slender legs and right angles highlighted by elaborate, often metal, ornamentation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chippendale furniture is a style of furniture developed during the mid 18th century. It gets its name from the British cabinet maker Thomas Chippendale because his work inspired the look of the furnishings. Some common elements of Chippendale include upholstered seats, cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet and yoked backs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chippendale furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not an easel is considered furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. Generally, the word “furniture” describes items that make a space suitable for working or living. An easel that holds an artwork for production or display purposes likely fits this definition. Find a selection of easels on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In furniture, a highboy is a chest of drawers that rests on decorative legs. Its name comes from the French word for wood, "bois," which sounds similar to the English word “boy.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of highboy furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Metamorphic furniture is anything that transforms to perform more than one purpose. Historic examples include shepherd's chairs that turn into step stools and end tables that become music stands. You'll find a range of antique and vintage metamorphic furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What cigar furniture is depends on the context. Some people call furniture designed to store and preserve cigars, like humidors, cigar furniture. Numerous furniture designers have also named lines of seating "Cigar" because of their color or classic style inspired by club chairs once featured in the smoking lounges of private clubs. On 1stDibs, find a variety of furniture from some of the world’s top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Corian furniture is a term for furniture produced out of a material called Corian. This man-made substance is a blend of acrylic polymer and stone. You will often see it used to produce tabletops, bench tops and countertops. Shop a variety of Corian furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Buffet furniture typically refers to the type of table found in dining rooms on which a host or hostess can serve food buffet style. A buffet table is usually taller than a sideboard, but carries a nearly identical function and form.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    An easy way to identify your furniture is to look at the manufacturing label, stamp, or tag which shows the name of the creator. There might also be a signature from the furniture maker instead.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    You can easily identify your furniture by looking over them in areas such as the underside or backside. If there are drawers, you can pull them out to inspect all the sides. A maker’s mark is often placed in these areas. You can also look for identification papers, as they give the location of the factory, date of manufacture, name of the maker and the location of the factory. Find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gillow furniture was made by the company Gillows of Lancaster and London, or simply Gillow & Co. This furniture-making brand was founded in the mid 1700s and continued with the founding family until 1814 when a buy-out happened. The name Gillow is still used because it had become synonymous with quality. Shop a collection of Gillow furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Thonet is a well known furniture company that was started by Michael Thonet in 1830 as he experimented with bentwood furniture. The brand is known for producing high-quality products with exquisite craftsmanship. Shop a collection of Thonet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The French word vitre means window or glass. Vitrine is used to describe a piece of furniture, typically a cabinet, that features glass which allows objects to be displayed. Shop a collection of vitrine furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.