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Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.

In art, rice paper is often used as a surface for drawing. Artists may use it to create sketches with charcoals, graphite, pastels or ink. Shop a collection of rice paper art from some of the world’s top makers and sellers on 1stDibs.

A variety of stones were used in Art Deco rings. Some commonly used gemstones included sapphires, emeralds, turquoise, coral, rubies, jade and onyx. Makers also created rings out of diamonds during this period. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Deco rings from some of the world's top dealers.

The dots that Lichtenstein used in his art were called Ben-Day dots. He employed visual elements like these halftone dots to make his works reminiscent of comic books. Roy Lichtenstein was one of the principal figures of the American Pop art movement, along with Andy Warhol, James Rosenquist, Claes Oldenburg and Robert Rauschenberg. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Roy Lichtenstein art.

Frank Stella actually used more than one element of art. A proponent of Minimalism and non-representational abstraction, Stella was a painter, printmaker and sculptor. Considering paintings on canvas as objects in their own right, like sculptures, rather than representations, he rejected certain formal conventions, eschewing sketches and often using nontraditional materials, like house paint. Over the course of his career, his pieces became more and more three-dimensional, straddling the line between painting and sculpture. In the mid-1960s, Stella started exploring printmaking, initially working with Kenneth Tyler of Gemini G.E.L. and later installing printing equipment in his own studio. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Frank Stella art.

Alexander Calder used many of the elements of art when producing his works. The American sculptor is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. These kinetic pieces use color, shape and space to convey a sense of unity, and the form of the art allows it to interact with its environment. Find a variety of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.

Louise Nevelson is best known for her work creating wooden structures and sculptures. However, she also explored using plexiglass, aluminum and steel in her art. Her work is considered fundamental to the history of Feminist art and has challenged the stereotype of the male sculptor, solidifying her place in art history. Shop a selection of Louise Nevelson pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

English artist Peter Clark is renowned for his work in collage and found items used to create mixed media pieces. He also is known for his work with woodcut art. Browse a variety of authentic Peter Clark pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.

George Rodrigue's main medium is painting. He often produced mixed media works on board, combining acrylic paints, silkscreen, metal and illustrations to create unified compositions. He is well-known for his “Blue Dog” and “Cajun” series. On 1stDibs, find a variety of George Rodrigue art.

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.