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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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Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite Magazine Holder Rack, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Designed for the prestigious Christian Dior Interior Collection and crafted in France circa 1970, this rare, exceptional magazine rack embodies timeless luxury and impeccable mastery...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Resin, Acrylic, Lucite
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Acrylic, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white acrylic wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Light surface scra...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pretty vintage French Aubusson style Jacquard Tapestry "verdure" (landscape)
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Vintage Jacquard-Woven Tapestry – Woodland Landscape, Second Half of the 20th Century
Beautiful vintage tapestry dating from the second half of the 20th century, woven on Jacquard l...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Acrylic
Scandinavian Jacquard Blue Textile Wall Hanging Roosters Fight
Located in Bochum, NRW
Ingalill Sjöblom Wall Hanging for Borås Jacquardväveri, Sky Blue & Dark Blue
Dimensions: Height 85 cm; Width 130 cm
Features: Original paper label; hanging included
Condition: Vi...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Acrylic, Textile
Brazilian Modernist Bronze Whale Fluke Sculpture on Acrylic Base, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Brazilian modernist bronze sculpture of a whale fluke on an acrylic base by unknown artist. The bronze sculpture is not attached to the acrylic base. Use with or without base.
Mea...
Category
Late 20th Century Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Pendant Light 135cm/53.15in.
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pendant light / chandelier, glass, brass, lacquered steel, acrylic, Italy, 1950s/1960s
This lighting pendant, a mid-century Italian design from the 1950s or 60s, reflects postwar I...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
