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How do you tell the difference between brass and copper?
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To tell the difference between brass and copper, study the color of the item carefully. Brass is a yellowish-red color that is similar to gold. As it ages, it usually develops a brown patina. On the other hand, copper looks redder when new and usually turns greenish with age. If color alone isn't enough to determine the material of a piece, consult an expert who can perform additional testing. Explore a variety of copper and brass wares on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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Macassar Wood Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands
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Brass
Brass/Silk - of the Showroom Wiener Werkstätte Wall Light Jugendstil, Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant Wall Sconces, Variation of the Wall-Lamp from the Fabric-Showroom of the Wiener Werkstaette. Measures are without tassel. Just with plain-colored fabric.
USA and CAN:
All ele...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Murano Glass Pendant Lamps Pair Lantern Iridescent Blue Glass Lights, circa 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Murano Glass Pendant Lamps Pair Lantern Iridescent Blue Glass Lights, circa 1960, Italy- priced as a pair- 6.7" x 24.5" (light shade only, hardware bottom to top) overall height/drop...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Koloman Moser and Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Chandelier, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
A very nice version from the often used design by Koloman Moser as well as by Josef Hoffmann, the total drop will be custom made.
Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstaette A...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
1950s Ico Parisi Italian Side Table
By Ico Parisi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A very wonderful 1950s Ico Parisi coffee or side table made in hand-carved polished beech wood with glass top and brass fittings. A very elegant example of mid-century Italian furnit...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Brass
Amazing Large Pendant Lamp by Adolf Loos for Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Very rare and large pendant lamp by Adolf Loos from the 1950s.
The high-quality materials, such as the new seagrass lampshade, make this lamp a unique design object.
It creates a ver...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
