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Hand Carved Country French Style Marble Fire Surround with Extra Raised Hearth
By French House & Garden
Located in Houston, TX
Hand carved country French style marble fire surround with extra raised 12' high hearth for a total
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Antique Late 19th Century French Provincial Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

Antique Japanese Hearth, 'Kettle Hook' “Jizai Kogi”
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Japanese Hearth Hook “Jizai Kogi” repurposed as Sculpture Beautifully executed craftsmanship
Category

Antique 1860s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand carved Japanese Jizai Kagi hearth hook, 1603-1867
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Japanese hand carved Jizai Kagi hearth hook in keyaki wood (Japanese Zelkova). The hook is
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

Hand carved Japanese Jizai Kagi hearth hook, 1603-1867
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Japanese hand carved Jizai Kagi hearth hook in keyaki wood (Japanese Zelkova). The hook is
Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

Huge Fully Restored Chesterfield Hand Dyed Brown Leather Hearth Footstool
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
restored, Chesterfield cigar brown leather hearth footstool A very good looking collectable and rare
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Footstools

Materials

Leather

Japanese Folk Art / Antique Wooden Carp / Hearth Tools / Wooden Sculpture Object
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japan. This was used in the hearth of private houses and farmhouses. It's a very simple sculpture. It
Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Antique Art Nouveau Fireplace Fender, Brass Surround, Hearth Guard, 1900s, H115
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Art Nouveau brass fireplace fender, surround, hearth guard, Scotland 1900, H115 Scotland
Category

Antique Early 1900s Scottish Art Nouveau Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

Hearth Rug Early 19th Century American Folk Art
Located in Hudson, NY
Folk art hand shirred and hooked rug in wonderful colors on a black mottled background. Wool on
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Rugs

Materials

Wool, Linen

“Pagoda” Contemporary Table Lamp, Red Hearth Satin Silk, Silvered Crystal
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
of each item, sculpted by the artisan hands in our Atelier. Discover our iconic and unique design of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

“Pagoda” Contemporary Table Lamp, Red Hearth Satin Silk, Silvered Crystal
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
explore the three-dimensionality of each item, sculpted by the artisan hands in our Atelier. Taylor-made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique English Spinning Wheel Chair Carved Oak Hall Fireplace Hearth Chair
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Spinning Wheel Chair Carved Oak Hall Fireplace Hearth Chair. Direct from England
Category

Vintage 1920s British Arts and Crafts Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Hand-Knotted Rug from Turkey
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique hand-knotted rug from Eastern Turkey, circa 1940. Size: 3 ft 9 in x 6 ft 5 in
Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Bohemian Textiles

Materials

Wool

Antique Hand-Knotted Rug from Turkey
Antique Hand-Knotted Rug from Turkey
H 118 in W 60 in D 0.05 in
Kpm Painting on Porcelain Vestal Virgin with Oil Lamp Goddess of the Hearth
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Toledo, OH
Hand painted on porcelain of a vestal virgin with oil lamp the goddess of the hearth. Stamped K P M
Category

20th Century European Other Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Carved French Style Ornate Granite Eagle Themed Fire Surround
By Asa Smith
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful hand carved granite eagle themed ornate fire surround with eagle profile frieze and open
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hollywood Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Granite

Italian Style 19th Centry Hand Carved Two Color Marble Fire Surround
By Alain Asian
Located in Houston, TX
Hand carved 19th century Italian Style Marble Fire Surround with Hearth.
Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

17th Century Large Mantle Louis XIII Chateau Hand Carved Stone Antique Fireplace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
look amazing. The large hearth of the mantle can host small or large firebox. This fireplace is
Category

Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone

17th Century Large Mantle Louis XIII Chateau Hand Carved Stone Antique Fireplace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. The large hearth of the mantle can host small or large firebox. This fireplace is located in Los
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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Important Antique Fireplace Mantle in Stone, Hand Carved Columns, '800 Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Important fireplace, ancient mantle for hearth in stone, richly carved and decorated by hand
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone

NYC Waldorf Astoria Hotel Limestone Mantel Louis XV Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV carved limestone mantel with faux Sienna marble finish and Crema Marfil marble hearth
Category

20th Century French Louis XV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone

NYC Waldorf Astoria Hotel Limestone Mantel Louis XV Hand Carved French
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV carved limestone mantel with its hearth. This mantel was imported from Europe and
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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone

Hand Carved stone Antique Farm Fireplace Mantle Chimney Surround Los Angeles CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved stone Antique Farm Fireplace Mantle Chimney Surround Los Angeles CA . A Rare 18th
Category

Antique 18th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone

NYC Waldorf Astoria Hotel Statuary Marble Mantel English Regency Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
original crema marfil marble hearth is included. A Waldorf Astoria authenticity card included with your
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Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

Hand-Wrought Iron Floral Fire Poker
Located in Chicago, IL
Embrace the allure of craftsmanship with this exceptional hand-wrought iron fire poker, a true work
Category

20th Century American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Wrought Iron

Hand-Wrought Iron Floral Fire Poker
Hand-Wrought Iron Floral Fire Poker
H 29.5 in W 2 in D 1.5 in
English Staffordshire Majolica Glazed Hand Holding Cattails Spill or Posy Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
is molded as a woman’s hand holding a vessel formed of cattails or bullrush plants. The vase has a
Category

Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Wardle English Majolica Glazed Hand Holding Corn Spill or Posy Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
& Co. circa 1860. The vase is molded as a woman’s hand holding an upright ear of corn in a green husk
Category

Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Vases

Materials

Earthenware

French Louis XV Hand Carved Rouge Royal Marble Mantel
Located in New York, NY
Late 1800s antique Louis XV period mantle. Hand carved out of rouge royal marble. Features a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

English 19th Century Hand-Forged Iron Trivet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A small but lovely example of the blacksmith’s art. The hand-forged 19th century iron trivet
Category

Antique 19th Century English Other Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

English 19th Century Hand-Forged Iron Trivet
English 19th Century Hand-Forged Iron Trivet
H 15.75 in W 15.38 in D 15.38 in
Mahogany fireplace mantel and trumeau
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
. The hearth is framed by a Red Languedoc marble mantel, and the large three panel cast iron insert
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany fireplace mantel and trumeau
Mahogany fireplace mantel and trumeau
H 158.27 in W 87.8 in D 26.38 in
Gothic Revival Fireplace with its Hood and Carved Salamander, Witch and Ermine
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
(heraldic symbol). The lintot of the hearth features a mascaron representing a witch's face carved in high
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Oak

1931 NYC Waldorf Astoria Hotel Statuary Marble Mantel Regency Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
it to the hotel's storied history. The original hearth is not included. With your purchase, an
Category

Antique 1880s French Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Statuary Marble

Rare and Old Reclaimed Italian Limestone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
chateau-like mansion in Italy. All twelve rare mantels were intricately hand carved by Italian master
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Rustic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone, Iron

Rare and Old Reclaimed Italian Limestone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
original salvaged hearth. Along the years, all twelve mantels were very well preserved. They were hand
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Rustic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone, Metal

19th Century Carrara and Verde Antico Marble Chimneypiece
Located in Southall, GB
, together with cast iron inner plates and later hearth.
Category

Antique 19th Century English George III Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Carrara Marble

21st Century Corde Bar Cabinet, Birdseye Maple and Ash Inlays, Made in Italy
By Hebanon Fratelli Basile, Stefano Trapani
Located in Nocera Superiore, Campania
materials and form represent the hearth of Corde cabinet, an interplay of exquisite elements wich connect it
Category

2010s Italian Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Onyx, Metal

19th Century Japanese Screen for Tea-Ceremony, Ink Bamboo and Plum on Gold Leaf
Located in Kyoto, JP
near the hearth of a room used for the Japanese tea ceremony, shielding the fire from draughts and also
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Fabulous Antique English SIGNED Brass and Copper Adam style slantfront Coal Hod
By Henry Loveridge & Co.
Located in Charleston, SC
A gorgeous Antique English SIGNED 19th century Adam style hand-chased slope fronted Coal Hod with
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Adam Style Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

Materials

Brass, Copper

Rare and Old Reclaimed Italian Limestone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
-like mansion in Italy. All twelve rare mantels were intricately hand carved by Italian master carvers
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Rustic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone, Metal

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Bronze and Marble Chenets / Andirons
Located in Montreal, QC
This pair add an unusual touch to your hearth, the upper section are formed as three graduted
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Iron

18th Century French Polished Iron Fireback with Coat of Arms and Fleur de Lys
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a fireplace hearth with this large antique fire back, created in France circa 1760, and
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Japanese Contemporary Gold Orange Black Red Hand painted Porcelain Beckoning Cat
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Charming beckoning cat with left paw raised is a gilded and hand painted porcelain piece from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold

21st Century Cabinet-Sculpture Contemporary Brown-Orange in Wood and Resin
By Marco Padovese
Located in Budoia, IT
the piece. The finish is inspired by the hearth: warm brown and orange colored eco-friendly resin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Night Stands

Materials

Resin, Wood

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Marble Mantel with Screen and Trumeau
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
exquisite Alicante Rouge marble mantel is raised on its original marble hearth with curved jambs accented by
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

Rare Antique Rug Caucasian Oriental Rug Handmade Carpet from Shirvan Area
Located in Hampshire, GB
wonder bears witness to centuries of tradition and craftsmanship. Hand-knotted with meticulous care, its
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Art Deco Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Wool

Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved Oak Mushroom Statues, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful and unique pair of vintage hand carved natural oak mushroom statues. These would be
Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Natural Specimens

Materials

Oak

George Smith Extra Large Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Ottoman Footstool
By George Smith
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this extra large fully restored hand made in Chelsea George
Category

20th Century English Country Footstools

Materials

Leather

New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern American Colonial Style
Located in Dallas, TX
with effortless beauty, this hand knotted wool contemporary Turkish Oushak rug charms with ease and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Domus, Solid Wood Sculptural Side, Table Original Contemporary Design, Lognitur
By Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
be placed next to a warm hearth, a place where the whole family gathers and tells stories on long
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Transitional Bungalow Style
Located in Dallas, TX
inviting with neutral hues, this hand knotted wool contemporary Turkish Oushak rug charms with ease and
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Bungalow Style
Located in Dallas, TX
effortless beauty, this hand knotted wool contemporary Turkish Oushak rug charms with ease and beautifully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish American Craftsman Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Perun, Solid Wood Sculptural Bar Table, Original Contemporary Design, Logniture
By Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
mystical feminine beauty. It gives off an impression of deep - rooted attachment to one’s hearth (female
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique 19th Century Small Pottery Vase / Wabi Sabi Flower Vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
thought to have been used to extinguish charcoal fires. The darkening is due to soot from the hearth
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Vases

Materials

Pottery

Primitive Clay Cooking Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive clay cooking bowl from Los Reyes Metzontla, Mexico. This vintage vessel is hand-sculpted
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Primitive Decorative Bowls

Materials

Clay

Primitive Clay Cooking Bowl
Primitive Clay Cooking Bowl
H 11.5 in W 24 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Persian Borchelou Hamadan Rug, Entry or Foyer Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
Rug is a gem. Luxurious and sumptuous this accent rug will charm guests at your entryway, hearth, or
Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Art Deco Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

19th C. French Hammered Copper & Brass Lion Head Log Bin Jardiniere Wine Cooler
Located in Pearland, TX
cooler / jardiniere, circa 1890. This fine hand crafted bucket is heavy and well made with a lovely
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Brass, Copper

Africa Organic Modern Pair of Cast Lost Wax Aluminum Vases
Located in Brescia, IT
in hearth, probabily in Tunisia. For this reason these aluminum vases have a material surface very
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tunisian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Aluminum

Africa Organic Modern Pair of Cast Lost Wax Aluminum Vases
Africa Organic Modern Pair of Cast Lost Wax Aluminum Vases
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H 15.36 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Antique Japanese Mingei Yokogi
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Japanese Yokogi, a fish shaped fulcrum for the pot hook assembly over the hearth, a naively
Category

Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Mingei Yokogi
Antique Japanese Mingei Yokogi
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H 5.88 in W 14.75 in D 4 in
Near Pair of Japanese Jizai Kagi Wood Koi Folk Art Sculptures
Located in Atlanta, GA
A near pair of wood koi fish from Japan circa 1860-90s of late Meiji Period. Hand-carved from solid
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Antique Ersari Turkmen 12 Gul Chuval with Good Colour
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
. The chuval has even wear with medium pile. Hand washed and ready for use or display. This would and
Category

Antique 19th Century Turkmen More Carpets

Mantle fireplace in gray stone, salvator rosa, italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique fireplace mantle, hand-carved in gray stone, with the typical shape of the pink Salvator
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone

20th Century Marble Castle Chimneypiece Fireplace
Located in London, GB
20th Century Marble Castle Chimneypiece Fireplace. Hand Carved In Brown Tiger Like Marble. With
Category

Mid-20th Century French Medieval Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

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Hearth And Hand For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal hearth and hand for your home. Each hearth and hand for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and iron. There are 7 variations of the antique or vintage hearth and hand you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer hearth and hand, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A hearth and hand is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one hearth and hand that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hearth Art produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Hearth And Hand?

Prices for a hearth and hand start at $380 and top out at $6,200 with the average selling for $675.
Questions About Hearth And Hand
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    A hand hooked rug is handmade using a hook device. As a result they have small knots of hooked wool, differing from hand-knotted or hand-tufted rugs.
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    Yes, each and every Fornasetti design is hand made and hand painted. The colors are expertly applied by painters, ensuring no two items are alike. You’ll find a variety of Fornasetti designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A hand mirror is usually called exactly that — a hand mirror. It’s a small and portable mirror that can be held in hand and carried around conveniently in a purse or bag. Some hand mirrors are considered valuable collectibles and can be quite expensive, depending on the design and period. Find a collection of antique and vintage hand mirrors on 1stDibs.
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    You can wear bracelets on either wrist, but most people prefer to wear bracelets on their non-dominant hand so that the bracelets don't get in the way of doing things like writing.
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    Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Viking Glass is hand-made. In 1940, the high-end glass company focused on quality Swedish Modern hand-made pieces, celebrated for their vibrant colors. You can shop a selection of Viking Glass pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Heath Ceramics are hand-thrown. Founded in 1911 by Edith Heath, Heath Ceramics is known for its handcrafted ceramics tableware and architectural tile. In 1947, Heath expanded her production to her apprentices, who continued to hand-throw her namesake pieces. Shop a selection of authentic Heath Ceramics on 1stDibs.
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    Hand-woven rugs are called ‘flatweaves’. Because they are woven, the front and back look the same, making the rug reversible. There are also no piles or knots. Shop a collection of flatweave rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A Rolex watch’s second hand moves mechanically with precision, appearing to sweep the face smoothly without pause or interruption. It takes a very keen eye to spot the eight, slight tick-tock adjustments it makes each second. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Partially. Breguet watches are crafted both by hand and by machine. The process is unique to each kind of watch, though much of the finishing of each timepiece is done by hand by Swiss-bases artisans. Browse a collection of authentic Breguet watches on 1stDibs.
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    A Chinese hand fan is sometimes called a rigid or fixed fan. It refers to a folding fan that became popular during the Ming Dynasty and was often crafted with fine materials, such as ivory, bone or pearl, with paper or fabric coverings decorated with intricate designs. You’ll find a selection of Chinese hand fans on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Chanel bags are hand-sewn in some places. Artisans work by hand when completing some steps in the crafting process, such as sewing on embellishments and tightening closures. However, much of the stitching used to construct the bag is done by high-precision machines and then carefully inspected by artisans. Find a selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
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    There are many types of handheld fans – it is a matter of preference. A handheld fan has a flat surface and is used to create airflow by waving it back and forth Typically, these are paper folding fans with slats that may be closed when not in use. They can also be made from quills or feathers. Choose from an assortment of handheld fans on 1stDibs.
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    Rings on the right hand are generally associated with love and creativity. In most Western cultures, rings worn on the left hand indicate that the wearer is married.
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    In pottery, hand-thrown means that an artisan produced it by hand using a certain technique. Specifically, the crafter used a potter's wheel to turn the piece and then used their hands or tools to shape the clay. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique and vintage pottery.
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    A hand-tufted wool rug is a hand-made rug using a hand-operated tool. Strands of wool are punched into a canvas that is further stretched on a frame. Then it is removed from the frame and scrim fabric is glued to the back to hold the tufts in place. Find a wide range of antique and vintage rugs on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if a plate is hand-painted, examine it closely and inspect the painting with a magnifier. If the design is hand-painted, there are bound to be irregularities in at least a few places. Transfer prints will look much more uniform. Feel the plate's surface to see if you can detect areas with more texture — an indication of hand painting. Shop a wide collection of hand-painted plates from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    The best way to tell if you have a hand-blown glass vase is to locate the pontil mark. The pontil mark is a scar commonly found on the bottom of the piece where the pontil was broken off of the vase. An absence of this scar may indicate your vase was mold-blown. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary blown glass vases from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, hand-hooked rugs are durable. Thanks to its wool content, hand-hooked rugs are known for being soft and supple yet durable and stain-resistant. Maintaining a hand-hook rug is fairly easy. To keep your rug looking its best, vacuum it for day-to-day cleaning and spot or deep clean it occasionally. Shop a collection of hand-hooked rugs on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.