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What is the difference between acrylic and Lucite?
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The difference between acrylic and Lucite is that one is a brand name for the other. Acrylic is a thermoplastic resin or plastic, also known by the scientific name polymethyl methacrylate. Lucite is a brand of acrylic produced through a proprietary process that makes it clearer and more resistant to the effects of UV and chemicals. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Lucite and other acrylic furniture.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
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Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Cream Dot
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Acrylic, Polyester
$395 / item
Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Pink Dot - Small Dots
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Acrylic, Polyester
Large White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar for the renowned Vienna-based lighting manufacturer Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s. Stejnar is celebrated for his poetic and celesti...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Jason Raney Irwin 1997 Pretty Girl Abstract Acrylic Canvas on Board Painting 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage acrylic oil on canvas board painting titled "Pretty Girl" by Jason Raney Irwin. Depicts an abstract expressionist portrait of a female face with red band and hair in a pony t...
Category
Late 20th Century Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Hardwood
$402 Sale Price
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Abraham Palatnik Lucite Figure Sculpture Brazil art
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Abraham Palatnik (Brazilian, 1928–2020)
Lucite Owl Sculpture, c. 1960s–70s
Cast acrylic (Lucite) with embedded optical pattern
Brazil
Height: 4 5/8”
This refined owl sculpture repre...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Lucite
Set of two Nesting Tables, Black / White Stripes, 50s Style, Kidney Shaped
Located in Berlin, BE
Exclusive offer of a set of two nesting tables, kindney shaped. In the style of the 50 s.
Very decorative in black-white colored stripes. Also avaiable in other colors.
These tabl...
Category
2010s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
