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What is the difference between a patio umbrella and a market umbrella?
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The difference between a patio umbrella and a market umbrella comes down to function. People typically use patio umbrellas to provide shade in outdoor living spaces, such as patios, pool areas and decks. Less likely to be found outside of homes, market umbrellas are for shielding outdoor vendors, their wares and their customers from the sun. As a result, market umbrellas tend to be thicker and larger than patio umbrellas, and they often feature weighted bases to keep them upright. Find a variety of outdoor furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
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Brown Jordan Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of 6, Aluminum Frame, USA 1980s
By Brown Jordan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A versatile and timeless set of six aluminum patio dining chairs by Brown Jordan, including two armchairs and four side chairs, each retaining the original Brown Jordan label. Crafte...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Late 19th Century French Painted Cast Iron and Marble Bistro Table, Garden Table
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Originally used in a French brasserie during the late nineteenth century, this cast iron bistro table or cafe table features a solid white marble top with grey veining. Scrolled iron...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Marble, Iron
Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Ceramic Art Tiles Hibachi Grill Table, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of Bjorn Wiinblad’s rare hibachi grill table for Rosenthal, Germany, circa 1960s. Designed as both a functional and decorative centerpiece, the table features a cy...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
English Weathered Teak Garden Bench
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This simple and inviting three-seat teak wood bench from Lindsey of England makes the perfect welcome for a front porch or respite in a garden, designed to withstand public and resid...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Other Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hollywood Regency Chinese Ivory Colored Elephant Garden Plant Stand or Seat
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Mid-20th century glazed ceramic elephant garden stool, flower pot seat or side table. Handmade of ceramic. Nice addition to your home, patio or garden. A nice addition to any room, p...
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
French Faux Bois Garden Set, Table, Benches and Stools C1960
Located in Trensacq, FR
A charming set of faux bois garden garden furniture C1960s France. A large round table, two curved benches and two tabouret stools, brimming with texture and detail. In great vinta...
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Mid-20th Century French Bohemian Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Cement
