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16th Century, Elizabeth I, Joined Oak Chest, England, Circa 1600
Located in Leominster, GB
Elizabeth I carved and inlaid oak chest, the hinged top with triple-reeded edges, the front of four panels, each featuring egg and dart arcades and guilloche carved columns, the frie...
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Antique 16th Century English Tudor Blanket Chests

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Oak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocker Model J16 by Hans Wegner in Beech, 1944
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Belmont, MA
Whether soothing a newborn or unwinding after a hectic day, nothing compares to the gentle rocking motion of the Wegner J16 Rocking Chair. Designed by Hans J. Wegner, one of his earl...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Solid Maple Drop Leaf Dining Table, attrib. Russell Wright for Conant Ball, 1960
By Conant Ball
Located in Belmont, MA
Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Drop Leaf Dining Table, 1960s, attributed to Russell Wright for Conant Ball. Top of table was refinished and is in excellent vintage condition. Great...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Maple

Rosewood Coffee Table by Severin Hansen Jr. for Haslev
By Severin Hansen Jr.
Located in Belmont, MA
Glossy finished rosewood coffee designed by Severin Hansen Jr. for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchair/Ottoman by Percival Lafer in Suede Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Belmont, MA
Percival Lafer (Brazilian, b. 1936) Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Brazil, c. 1965, rosewood frames with leather upholstery, chair, foil Design Lafer label and remains to a paper label, h...
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Suede, Rosewood

20th Century Pair of Bronze Silvered Candelabras Signed Christofle
By Christofle Cardeilhac 1
Located in Roma, RM
Fantastic Pair of Candelabras signed Christofle, first years of XX century,finely wrought , the structure looks like a moving plant that wraps around itself, 5 arms, initialed in the...
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Candelabras

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Silver Plate, Bronze

18th Century Italian Louis XV Wood Lacquered Ventian Console 1700
Located in Roma, RM
Venetian console table of uncommon elegance, finely carved and with marble , coeval, of great quality. Wall-mounted console table with goat's-foot moved legs, lacquered and of beauti...
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Console Tables

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Marble

19th Century Napoleon III Credenzas Kingwood Marquetry signed Maison Forest
By Maison Forest
Located in Roma, RM
A Fantastic Maison Forest cabinet, signed with stamp on the back, great quality cabinet embellished with very classy bronzes and an inlay worthy of Maison Forest. Furniture that woul...
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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Credenzas

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Marble, Bronze

Monkey Skull (Heart Intervention, AS)
By Parts of Four
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Monkey Skull in brass. It is a striking and intriguing piece of art, capturing the essence of the majestic skull in a unique and captivating form. Brass substrate is electroplated wi...
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2010s Figurines and Sculptures

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Brass

Monkey Skull (Heart Intervention, AS)
Monkey Skull (Heart Intervention, AS)
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W 43.31 in D 25.2 in L 23.63 in
Medieval Silver Gilt Floral-Shaped Ring with Enamel Inserts
Located in London, GB
An exquisite silver gilt finger ring featuring a beautiful floral-shaped bezel with raised bosses and remnants of blue and green enamel. The ring is further embellished with several ...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Medieval Antiquities

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Silver, Enamel

18th Century Italian Ligurian Kneeler 1700s
Located in Roma, RM
Rare and unobtainable Italian kneeler of Ligurian origin, Baroque period, late 17th early 18th century, veneered in walnut burl and has as many as 4 side drawers , in addition to the...
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Antique 1710s Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

18th Century Italian Ligurian Kneeler 1700s
18th Century Italian Ligurian Kneeler 1700s
H 36.62 in W 31.5 in D 24.81 in
item #4 from series "Mystère de la Caverne de Platon"
Located in CHÂTILLON-EN-DIOIS, FR
Landscape with multiple readings, where the viewer's gaze can form its own imaginary universe
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Chanel Black Suede Chain Booties
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Sz.38.5 Very good condition. No box. No dust bag
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2010s Ankle Boots

"Rocket" Original Abstract Painting on Paper by Meredith C. Bullock
By Meredith C. Bullock
Located in Pleasant Shade, TN
This original painting was created by abstract painter, Meredith C. Bullock. The painting measures 19x24" on thick white paper. Materials used: acrylic painting, chalk pastel, and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Chalk, Pastel, Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic

"Holding You" Original Abstract Painting on Paper by Meredith C. Bullock
By Meredith C. Bullock
Located in Pleasant Shade, TN
This unique mixed media painting was created by abstract painter, Meredith C. Bullock. The painting measures 19x24" on thick white paper. Materials used: acrylic painting, chalk pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Chalk, Pastel, Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic

"Since Then" Original Abstract Painting on Paper by Meredith C. Bullock
By Meredith C. Bullock
Located in Pleasant Shade, TN
This original mixed media painting was created by abstract painter, Meredith C. Bullock. The painting measures 19x25" on thick paper. Materials used: acrylic painting, chalk pastel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Chalk, Pastel, Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic

18th Century George III Adam Satinwood Credenzas Hand Painted Gilt 1700
Located in Roma, RM
Fantastic English cabinet, Satinwood, with parts decorated in pure gold , carved columns, finely painted in the classic Adams Brothers style, George III era , second half of the eigh...
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Antique 1770s English George III Credenzas

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Kingwood, Rosewood, Satinwood

19th Century Napoleon III Kingwood Marble Top Inlay Hippolyte Edme Pretot, 1830s
By Hippolyte-Edme Pretot
Located in Roma, RM
Fantastic inlay French Cabinet , signed Hippolyte Edme Pretot (1812-1855) was a Parisian ébéniste (cabinetmaker) know for his high quality furniture and intricate inlays. The cabine...
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Antique 19th Century Louis XVI Credenzas

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

A Rare Brown Velvet Eight-Fold Screen
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This wonderful stunning large eight-fold screen could serve as a room divider or as a piece of art. A folding screen, also known as pingfeng (Chinese), dates back to China during the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Screens and Room Dividers

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Copper

A Rare Brown Velvet Eight-Fold Screen
A Rare Brown Velvet Eight-Fold Screen
H 100.4 in W 112.6 in D 2.76 in
Wooden Sculptor's Stand
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This nineteenth-century handmade grain wooden sculptor's table, in all probability from France, is ready to hold any work of art. It is a sculptors pedestal modeling stand with rotat...
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Antique 19th Century French Side Tables

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Pine

Wooden Sculptor's Stand
Wooden Sculptor's Stand
H 45.67 in Dm 13.39 in
Winkelman Pentagonal Lamp
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Workshops for applied arts Winkelman'. In 1915, this workshop for ornamental art produced, among other things, the fencing and decorative ironwork of the Scheepvaarthuis in Amsterdam...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Winkelman Pentagonal Lamp
Winkelman Pentagonal Lamp
H 55.12 in W 19.69 in D 9.85 in
Empire Mahogany Bench With Cornucopia
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This unique empire mahogany bench originates from the nineteenth century. It has a tight straight hood with even arms. The curved armrests are each decorated with a carved cornucopia...
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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Empire Sofas

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Cotton, Mahogany

Empire Mahogany Bench With Cornucopia
Empire Mahogany Bench With Cornucopia
H 33.47 in W 70.08 in D 23.63 in
Isamu Noguchi: Playscapes, Museo Tamayo
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Tivoli, NY
Unopened catalog from the 2016, Museo Tamayo exhibit Noguchi’s Playscapes. An exhibition that focused on the artist’s vision of playgrounds and the public space. The show revisits s...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

Mid Century Enamel Painting on Copper by C. C. Chu
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
This unique and vibrant enamel painting on copper is of a sailboat in stormy waters. The sky is aglow in bright yellow, ochre, and white mixing with hints of blue and green. The roll...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Paintings

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Metal, Copper, Enamel, Sheet Metal

Victorian Pearl Lusterware Ewer or Pitcher with Green Trim and Blue Flowers
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
This rare Victorian opalescent lusterware ewer boasts a pearly iridescent base colour and blue-green trim on the mouth, handle, and base. It is decorated with a bouquet of light blue...
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pitchers

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Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Luster, Pearlware, Pottery, Paint

Antique Tibetan Telescopic Horn or Dungchen in Brass and Silver
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
This stunning Tibetan telescopic horn or dungchen is from the late Qing Dynasty. The body is a warm brown that is smooth and adorned with chased and repoussé silvered metal details. ...
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Qing Antiquities

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Metal, Silver, Brass, Copper, Sheet Metal

Mid Century Hand Hooked Wool Rug By Chéticamp Artist
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
What a beautiful and unique Valentine's Day gift for that special someone! This beautifully made vintage Chéticamp hand hooked wool rug was crafted in the traditional method of rug ...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Victorian North and South American Rugs

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Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Wool, Burlap, Yarn, Natural Fiber, Organic Ma...

Cartier Panthere Collection Ring in 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Panthere Collection Ring in 18K White Gold Additional information: Length: 27 mm. Width: 9 mm. Weight: 16,6 grammes. Diamond weight: 399 diamants, 3,001 carats, E, VVS. Ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Antique Chinese Hand Enamelled Earthenware Sleeve Vase Signed Ixia
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
This unique hand-enamelled earthenware sleeve vase is decorated in enamel relief of an archaistic style with clouds, flowers, leaves, and an abstract rendering of a phoenix. The main...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Enamel

Silver Byzantine Necklace with Doublet Copper Turquoise
Located in Athens, GR
Sterling silver Byzantine necklace with an intricate detail and gold plated features that enhance the beauty and the level of work. Set with copper turquoise, a stone that makes it e...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver, Copper

Silver Byzantine Necklace with Doublet Copper Turquoise
Silver Byzantine Necklace with Doublet Copper Turquoise
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H 1.024 in W 0.709 in L 22.834 in
French limestone carved floor lamp.
By Albert Tormos
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
This lamp, crafted from hand-carved french limestone, is shaped and polished by hand to reveal the inherent beauty of the stone. The stone's texture and color variations create a un...
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2010s French Floor Lamps

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Limestone

French limestone carved floor lamp.
French limestone carved floor lamp.
H 26.38 in W 9.85 in D 7.88 in
Paris, France
Located in Tulsa, OK
Kit Young Paris, France, 2017 Signed, titled, dated and numbered 1 of 1 in pencil on sheet verso Unique gelatin silver print 8 x 10" matted to 11 x 14"
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Paris, France
Located in Tulsa, OK
Kit Young Paris, France, 2019 Signed, titled, dated and numbered 1 of 1 in pencil on sheet verso Unique gelatin silver print 8 x 10" matted to 11 x 14"
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Paris, France
Located in Tulsa, OK
Kit Young Paris, France, 2017 Signed, titled, dated and numbered 1 of 1 in pencil on sheet verso Unique gelatin silver print 8 x 10" matted to 11 x 14"
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Paris, France
Located in Tulsa, OK
Kit Young Paris, France, 2019 Signed, titled, dated and numbered 1 of 1 in pencil on sheet verso Unique gelatin silver print 8 x 10" matted to 11 x 14"
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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ABS, Silver Gelatin

Paris, France
Located in Tulsa, OK
Kit Young Paris, France, 2017 Signed, titled, dated and numbered 1 of 1 in pencil on sheet verso Unique gelatin silver print 8 x 10" matted to 11 x 14"
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Hermes 1.75ct Diamond Kelly Long Necklace in 18K Rose Gold and White Gold
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes 1.75Ct Diamond Kelly Long Necklace in 18K Rose Gold And White Gold Additional Information: Brand: Hermes Gender: Women Line: Kelly Country of Origin: France Gemstone: Diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Rose Gold, White Gold

Charming French Chopping Block
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chopping blocks also known as ‘Butcher’s Blocks’ have been commonly used in butcher shops and meat processing plants for centuries, and still are in many European countries. Nowadays...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Side Tables

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Iron

Charming French Chopping Block
Charming French Chopping Block
H 34.26 in Dm 14.18 in
Stem Vase S in Marble Shadow Black
By Julie Brandt
Located in Hellerup, DK
STEM vase small in the color Shadow Black is a beautiful marble vase and has an insert with one big hole in the top, which is removable. The STEM vases are ideal for the current tren...
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2010s Danish Vases

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Marble

Edo Canister Low, Chalk Grey
By Julie Brandt
Located in Hellerup, DK
EDO Canister low in the colour chalk grey (beige) is a beautiful marble jar with a small elevation in the lid. This simple and lovely canister or jar has an exclusive and timeless lo...
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2010s Danish Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Edo Canister Low, Chalk Grey
Edo Canister Low, Chalk Grey
H 2.76 in Dm 6.3 in
Colour, a Modern Coffee / Side Table, Ral 3015 - Light Pink, by Bas Vellekoop
By BAS VELLEKOOP
Located in 'S-GRAVENHAGE, ZH
The Colour tables are available in more than 75 colours. Choose a colour that perfectly matches your interior or project. These modern side tables are ideal next to a couch or ar...
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2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

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Aluminum

Antique Hand-Painted Porcelain Picture of Peonies, Fruit Blossoms, and Lilies
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
This lovely and rare hand-painted porcelain picture with a floral motif consists of tree peonies, fruit blossoms, and lilies, all of which are auspicious flowers in Chinese culture. ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

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Ceramic, Clay, Luster, Porcelain, Wood, Hardwood, Paint

Light Grey Chinese Glazed Pottery Table Lamp
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This beautiful table lamp is made of Chinese glazed pottery and has a light-grey and sand-colored tone. The round shaped glazed pottery lamp is a simple yet stylish eyecatcher. Glaze...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Table Lamps

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Pottery, Silk

Colour, a Modern Coffee / Side Table, Ral 1028 - Melon Yellow, by Bas Vellekoop
By BAS VELLEKOOP
Located in 'S-GRAVENHAGE, ZH
The Colour tables are available in more than 75 colours. Choose a colour that perfectly matches your interior or project. These modern side tables are ideal next to a couch or ar...
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2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

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Aluminum

3.54 Cts Butterfly Cocktail Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
Handcrafted Butterfly Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold studded with Marquise shape Diamonds. This ring consists of Twisted Gold Wire beautifully handmade in butterfly design. This ring is a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Form Table 004 in Claro Walnut with Gabon Ebony Details
By Brian Grasela
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural coffee table featuring a claro walnut root, cross section top with a hand carved claro walnut base.
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2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ebony, Walnut, Burl

Big Lucid Dream Medium Rhodium-Plated 18k Gold Necklace 3.85 Ct Diomand
Located in Qibla, KW
18k Gold Black Rhodium Plated Long Necklace With Big Size Lock Pendant With 3.85 Ct Diamonds 71.20 gr 18K black gold rhodium plated, matte brushed finish, necklace with big size lo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Kuwaiti Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium

San Antonio
By Larry Hill Art
Located in Fresno, CA
I believe a painting (story) must have an initial dramatic impact and at second glance should include tantalizing nuances of drawing (plotting) and gestures (conflict) to stay alive....
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic, Oil

San Antonio
H 48 in W 48 in D 2 in
Labyrinth Coffee Table
By Brian Grasela
Located in San Diego, CA
The Labyrinth coffee table by Brian Grasela was built with claro and black walnut. Each piece was hand shaped and finished.
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2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Labyrinth Coffee Table
Labyrinth Coffee Table
H 16 in W 22 in D 49 in
Lithographie Originale Alphonse MUCHA, Documents Décoratifs Planche 14
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Alphonse MUCHA lithographie originale signée dans la planche Titre : NECTAR Planche 14 Documents Décoratifs Année : 1902 Période : Art Nouveau Paris : Librairie Centrale des Beaux-A...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Prints

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Other

A Fine Pair Of Bronze And Partly Iron Five-Light Candelabras
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This impressive pair of five-light candelabra stems from the late nineteenth century. The ornate design, possibly French, exhibits a great deal of detailed craftsmanship. The five ar...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Candelabras

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Bronze, Iron

Dutch Modernist Tubular Steel Armchairs in the manner of Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Originally created by the Bauhaus school of design, the tubular steel chair was inspired by bicycle handlebars. Up to 1925, steel tubing had mainly been used for hospital furniture. ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Colour, a Modern Coffee / Side Table, Ral 3020 - Traffic Red, by Bas Vellekoop
By BAS VELLEKOOP
Located in 'S-GRAVENHAGE, ZH
The Colour tables are available in more than 75 colours. Choose a colour that perfectly matches your interior or project. These modern side tables are ideal next to a couch or ar...
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2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

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Aluminum

A Fine Wrought Iron And Glass Four-Light Hanging Lamp
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
The impressive design, inspired by Arabic influences, stems from the 19th century. Both in the past and now, pendant lights are considered as jewelry for a ceiling. Some pendant lig...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Form Table 001 in Oregon Black Walnut and Old Growth Redwood
By Brian Grasela
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural coffee table featuring a single slab claro walnut top and a hand-shaped old growth redwood base.
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2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

18ct Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Ref 3371
By Patek Philippe
Located in Cape Town, ZA
18ct Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Watch – Manual Winder in excellent condition. 18ct yellow gold case (20mm). Gold dial with Black hands. Integrated 18ct yellow gold mesh style bracel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Classical Roman Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Granida - 'Lof der Schilderkunst' (Marie-José van den Ende, 1966)
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This inspiring portrait of a young lady who's holding a pomegranate is part of a photographic series. The name of the series of special photographic works by the Amsterdam photograph...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Photography

Materials

Aluminum

Emily Kuvin Mini Stella Silver and Ruby Star Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and adorable! Our Mini Stella Necklace is the perfect piece to layer or wear alone. Our iconic organic star in the very popular mini size hangs on a sterling silver gold and...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

French limestone carved table lamp.
By Albert Tormos
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
This lamp, crafted from hand-carved french limestone, is shaped and polished by hand to reveal the inherent beauty of the stone. The stone's texture and color variations create a un...
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2010s French Table Lamps

Materials

Limestone

French limestone carved table lamp.
French limestone carved table lamp.
H 19.69 in W 9.06 in D 3.94 in
18CT White Gold Diamond Dress Ring
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Strong, striking and pronounce, this ring says it all. Set in 18carat white gold and weighing 17.2 grams, this ring features 101 RBC Diamonds weighing a total of 1.52carat of KL/vssi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The entire back of a dining chair is simply called the chair back. It may have another name that more accurately describes the shape such as an X back or a cross back. The individual parts of a chair back include the ear, top rail, cross rail, stile and back post. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary dining chairs from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is good quality, first push on the backrest. Wobbling or creaking may indicate that a chair is poorly made. Next, look over every visible part of the frame. Good-quality dining chairs should display even finishes and tight-fitting joints. If the chair has upholstery, examine it for any gaps or wrinkles, which may suggest poor craftsmanship. Find a large selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.