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"Bear's Teeth - Arikara" by Edward S. Curtis, 1908
By Edward S. Curtis, 1868-1952
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a fine photogravure portrait of Bear’s Teeth of the Arikara tribe by Edward Curtis
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Photography

Materials

Paper

Ceramic bear paw by Georges Jouve, France, 1960's
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Yellow bear paw by Georges Jouve, signed, 1960's
Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Bear Bookends, 1930's
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Art Deco bookends made of marble and brass panther figures. Width one: 9 cm Width together: 18 cm.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Marble, Brass

Art Deco Bear Bookends, 1930's
Art Deco Bear Bookends, 1930's
H 4.34 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Early Original Bear by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950's
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Early Original Bear by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950's. This piece is stamped.
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Bear Figurine Sculpture in Brass by Walter Bosse, 1950's
By Walter Bosse
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bear Figurine Sculpture / coat hanger in Brass by Walter Bosse, 1950's Additional Information
Category

20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Austrian Bronze Bear Cigar Cutter, ca 1900´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
A solid bronze bear sculpture desktop cigar cutter manufactured in Austria. The scissor action
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Soviet Union Ceramic Sculpture of a Bear, 1970´s
By Lomonosov
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Ceramic sculpture of a bear, made by Lomonosov company in the former USSR in the 1970s. The
Category

Late 20th Century Ukrainian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

1950´s Danish Knud Kyhn Bear Figurine for Royal Copenhagen
By Knud Kyhn, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Knud Kyhn bear figurine for Royal Copenhagen The lively and friendly looking mother bear
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P. Stolen. There is a Danish Control tag
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Armchair 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uccle, BE
This iconic Papa Bear chair was reupholstered in a wool flannel. The wingback Papa Bear chair
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairfor A.P. Stolen Denmark, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in San Diego, CA
The Papa Bear Chair is an absolutely stunning AP-29. A truly iconic chair newly upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak, Wool

1950´s Danish Knud Kyhn Bear Family Figurines for Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen, Knud Kyhn
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Knud Kyhn bear family figurines for Royal Copenhagen The lively bears were created by Knud
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

1950´s Danish Knud Kyhn Mother Bear Figurine for Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen, Knud Kyhn
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Knud Kyhn bear figurine for Royal Copenhagen The lively bear was created by Knud Kyhn (1880
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Figurine, Faun Pulling Bear's Ear, 1920's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen porcelain figurine. Faun pulling bear's ear. Model number 1804. 1920s. Measures
Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Late 20th Century Baker Furniture Campaign Style End Table Faux Bamboo Legs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Late 20th Century Baker Furniture Campaign style rectangular end table comprised of
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Mahogany

Teddy Bear Sofa, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Teddy Bear Sofa, 1970's. Fabric is original, with no rips, tears or stains. Made by Schweiger
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Teddy Bear Sofa, 1970
Teddy Bear Sofa, 1970
H 27.75 in W 100 in D 37 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220 Papa Bear Style, 1960's
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian designed sofa by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk as Model 220. This iconic sofa has a slight curve to it and teak "nails" on the armrest in typica...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

Murano Black Glass Bear Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1475 Murano art glass bear sculpture
Category

Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Black Glass Bear Sculpture
Murano Black Glass Bear Sculpture
H 4 in W 7.5 in D 2.75 in
Art Deco Pair of Silvered Metal Playing Bears Bookends, France, 1920's
By Émile Nestor Joseph Carlier 1
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Emile Joseph Nestor Carlier (French, 1849-1927) Art Deco Pair of Silvered Metal Playing Bears
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal

Four Piece Furniture Doll Set. All Tin. Circa 1950's
By J. Chein & Co.
Located in Incline Village, NV
All tin; circa 1950's four piece doll furniture set, scaled to fit and accommodate all of your 8
Category

Vintage 1950s American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Tin

Early 1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by AP Stolen/ Denmark
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic early production Papa Bear chair and Ottoman designed by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An original Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Original oiled finish to Teak "paws" and legs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Berry Bear Cashmere and Shearling Collectible Peluche Natural Fur by Muchi Decor
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
years of age. The plush "Berry" bear is made of two-tone real cashmere fur, while the waistcoat is made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

S. Kirk & Son Sterling Silver Set of 2 Sauce Boats in Repousse Pattern
By S. Kirk & Sons
Located in New York, NY
bears hallmarks as shown. Total weight is 22.6 troy ounces. Baltimore’s prominent silver manufacturing
Category

Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of Tony Evans Raku Bear Sculptures
By Tony Evans
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Tony Evans handcrafted Foss Creek Pottery "Raku" Bear Sculptures. Figurines. Statues
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Art Deco Bear Sculpture signed Debrieu
Located in Beirut, LB
Bear sculpture in white enameled and crackled ceramic, representing a bear signed at the lower part
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

French, Art Deco Bears Bookends, 1930s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco bookends, France, 1930's. Two bears. Noble woods and bakelite. Brass eyes. Measures
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Brass

French, Art Deco Bears Bookends, 1930s
French, Art Deco Bears Bookends, 1930s
H 4.73 in W 5.52 in D 3.43 in
ART DECO ANTiQUE CIRCA 1920'S POLISHED CHROME FIRE GUARD SCREEN WITH BEAR ON TOP
Located in GB
'S Art Deco polished chrome with Bear on top Fire Screen or Guard A very good looking and well made
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Chrome

Vicke Lindstrand Kosta Boda Polar Bears in Art Glass
By Vicke Lindstrand, Kosta Boda
Located in Hanover, MA
In the form of a chiseled transparent green ice floe with two etched polar bears. Also retains
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Large Royal Dux Hand Made and Painted Porcelain Polar Bear
By Royal Dux
Located in Tustin, CA
A Royal Dux large hand made and painted porcelain polar bear, 20th century, modeled seated with one
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Early 20th Century Czech Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Black Forest Modeled Bear Piano Stool, Late 20th Century
Located in North Miami, FL
A fantastic hand carved bear piano stool with extendable seat. It was hand carved in Switzerland
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Stools

Materials

Wood

Louis Naranjo Story Teller Bear with 4 Cubs Cochiti Pueblo Pottery
Located in Toledo, OH
Louis Naranjo "Story Teller Bear" with 4 Cubs figurative Cochiti Pueblo pottery with traditional
Category

Late 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss bear with log pen rest and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings
Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Walking bear pen holder and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings
Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

Materials

Wood

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in green leather By Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear Chair in dark green 'Dunes' aniline leather (colour: Racing Green
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Teak and Wool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Modern Design. One of the most comfortable chairs on the planet. Note: Pair of matching Baby Bear
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
002 Natural) ABOUT THE FURNITURE: This is an original 'Papa Bear chair' by Hans J. Wegner, produced
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

Set of Two Victorian Hand Carved & Hand Painted Black Forest Bear Figures
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Set of Two Victorian Hand Carved & Hand Painted Black Forest Bear Figures Befit With Beaded Eyes
Category

Antique 19th Century German Late Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid Century Modernist Studio Tapia Brown Ceramic Polar Bear circa 1970s
By Gordon Newell
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Modernist Brown Ceramic Polar Bear Rare ceramic art sculpture c 1970s Minimalist polar
Category

20th Century Italian Minimalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Bull & Bear Brass Bookends on Wood Bases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage 1970's Classic Bear & Bull brass bookends on wood bases. The bull is in a charging position
Category

20th Century Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of Danish Mid-Century Footstools or Ottomans Papa Bear Style
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bridgeport, CT
elegant with tall legs. They are very similar to the Footstool that goes with the famous Papa Bear chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Cotton, Teak

1960s Authentic Teak AP29 Papa Bear Ottoman Stool for AP Stolen
Located in Victoria, BC
We are excited to offer a highly sought after stool for the iconic Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Vintage Sterling Silver Gilt Bear Ornament by Stuart Devlin
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage English sterling silver model of a bear made by Stuart
Category

20th Century British Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Swiss Brienz Black Forest Hand-Carved Wood Grizzly Bear
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Black Forest hand-carved linden-wood hand-carved grizzly bear with glass eyes and enamel painted
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Expertly Restored - Svend Skipper "Papa Bear" Model-91 Wingback Lounge Chair
By Skipper Mobler, Svend Skipper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifull “Papa Bear” Lounge Chair designed by Svend Skipper for Skipper Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Mechanical Bank "Fishing Bears" Battery Operated with Original Box, circa 1950s
Located in Incline Village, NV
penny in the slot in front of bank; it stays there until the action is over; the "poppa" bear raises his
Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Folk Art Toys

Materials

Tin

VINTAGE TOMI LEATHER STUFFED POLAR BEAR WITH LABEL VGC 60ies
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Tomi Leather Stuffed Polar Bear with Label & Tag VGC 1960's100% of item proceeds benefits a
Category

Mid-20th Century Oceanic Scandinavian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Leather

Meissen Porcelain Bear, Johann Gottlieb Kirchner, Johan Joachim Kaendler, 1735
By J.J. Kaendler
Located in Milano, IT
Hard porcelain bear modeled and painted in gray-brown and black Manufacture of Meissen, by Johann
Category

Antique 1730s German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Helen & Hobey Baker Highboy Chest, Walnut and Brass, 1950's
By Baker Furniture Company, Helen Hobey
Located in Culver City, CA
in the gallery situated with 2 Hans Wegner papa bear chairs, a Kofod Larsen credenza, an Adrian
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1950s Large Teak Polar Bear Sculpture Norway Mid-Century Scandinavian Tjomsland
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very rare large version (full grown) Polar Bear Sculpture by Arne Tjomsland, who was a Norwegian
Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Joseph Franz Pallenberg, Bear, German Art Deco Bronze Sculpture, ca. 1920s
By Joseph Franz Pallenberg
Located in New York, NY
German Art Deco Joseph Franz Pallenberg Bear Patinated Bronze ca. 1920’s Signed “Jos. Pallenberg
Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Big Bear Mirror Sign, WMF, Year, 1910, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to
Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Table Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Italian Espresso Demitasse Cups by Mika with Gold Bear Handles Set of 10
Located in Las Vegas, NV
color plated bear handles/frame with glass inserts. Signed "Mika" on base as pictured. Made in Italy.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Vienna Secession Tea Sets

Materials

Metal

Architectural Door Handles Alfredo Barbini 1940 Venetian Blown Glass Polar Bear
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in London, GB
Barbini (1912-2007) for Vitreria Gino Cenedese, Italy. Polar bears climbing on geometric glaciers set in
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

19th Century Brienz Black Forest Hand-Carved Bear Hall Stand
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine 19th Century Brienz Black Forest hand-carved bear hall stand. This charming hall stand is
Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

20th Century French Bronze Polar Bear Sculpture - Vintage Décor by Pierre Chenet
By Pierre Chenet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Art Deco Style French polar bear sculpture made of hand crafted patinated bronze
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Arne Tjomsland Teak Bear Cub Vintage Midcentury 1950s Figure Sculpture Norway
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in Hyattsville, MD
making souvenir figurines in wood in 1954. His first figure was a polar bear in teak. Demand became so
Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Folk Art / Pop-Art Comic Strip Papier Mache Teddy Bear Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine folk-art papier-mache sculpture. In the form of a teddy bear. The papier mache appears
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper, Plaster

1970s Danish Teak AP29 “Papa Bear” Ottoman Stool by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen
Located in Victoria, BC
We are excited to offer a highly sought after stool for the iconic Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Marble bear, Style: Art deco, Year: 1930, Sign: Fec. E. Beep
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Centerpieces

Materials

Marble

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Louis Vuitton Teddy Bear is a teddy bear crafted out of monogrammed velour fabric, topped off with a cowhide necklace. It would go on to inspire Virgil Abloh to use playful puppets in his Spring 2021 show. You’ll find a variety of Louis Vuitton products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    One of the easiest ways to identify a vintage teddy bear is to look for a tag or label and research the maker. If you can't locate a tag, closely examine the eyes. In the early 20th century, toy makers used wood or leather-covered wood buttons for eyes. From World War I to the mid-1950s, teddy bears had glass eyes. Find a selection of vintage and antique teddy bears on 1stDibs.
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    The Papa Bear chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 for Danish company AP Stolen. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic vintage and contemporary Hans Wegner Papa Bear chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    No, Lane Furniture is not the same as United Furniture. Up until 2017, Lane Furniture was a completely separate company from United, and the two furniture makers had no affiliation with each other. That changed when United Furniture, a subsidiary of Heritage Home Group, acquired Lane. Soon after the initial sale, Heritage resold Lane to Bassett Furniture. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Lane Furniture pieces.
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    Larkin furniture was a byproduct of the Larkin Soap Company. The oak furniture was initially given to customers who purchased a certain amount of soap and other products. The popularity of items like desks, bookcases and chairs led Larkin to begin selling its furniture directly to customers. Browse a selection of antique Larkin furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Krug furniture is a manufacturer of office and commercial furniture based in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. The company started in 1880 and produces all of their products in their own factories. You can find a range of Krug furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Tanker furniture is a vintage style of office-centric furniture including desks, filing cabinets, chairs and other business furniture featuring steel construction. They were first crafted around the 1920s and were known for exceptional durability. Shop a collection of tanker furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Breakfront furniture is typically a large bureau or hutch used for displaying and storing either books or china. Breakfront furniture typically consists of three connected sections, one of which protrudes in front of the two flanking it.
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    Selig Furniture was founded in Massachusetts in 1931. It grew to become a well-known brand and leader in contemporary furniture in the mid-20th century. This put Selig at the forefront of the mid-century modern movement. Its sleek high-end designs produced in Denmark and other Scandinavian countries introduced this style to the United States, where it became quite popular. Shop a collection of Selig furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Regency is a style of furniture that emerged during the early 19th century, when the Prince of Wales, future King George IV, assumed rule of the United Kingdom as Regent while his father, George III, was ill. Rather than the rich carvings and curves of earlier periods, it is characterized by plain lines and surfaces, slender legs and right angles highlighted by elaborate, often metal, ornamentation.

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    In furniture, a highboy is a chest of drawers that rests on decorative legs. Its name comes from the French word for wood, "bois," which sounds similar to the English word “boy.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of highboy furniture.
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    Metamorphic furniture is anything that transforms to perform more than one purpose. Historic examples include shepherd's chairs that turn into step stools and end tables that become music stands. You'll find a range of antique and vintage metamorphic furniture on 1stDibs.
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    What cigar furniture is depends on the context. Some people call furniture designed to store and preserve cigars, like humidors, cigar furniture. Numerous furniture designers have also named lines of seating "Cigar" because of their color or classic style inspired by club chairs once featured in the smoking lounges of private clubs. On 1stDibs, find a variety of furniture from some of the world’s top dealers.
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    Corian furniture is a term for furniture produced out of a material called Corian. This man-made substance is a blend of acrylic polymer and stone. You will often see it used to produce tabletops, bench tops and countertops. Shop a variety of Corian furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Buffet furniture typically refers to the type of table found in dining rooms on which a host or hostess can serve food buffet style. A buffet table is usually taller than a sideboard, but carries a nearly identical function and form.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    An easy way to identify your furniture is to look at the manufacturing label, stamp, or tag which shows the name of the creator. There might also be a signature from the furniture maker instead.
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    You can easily identify your furniture by looking over them in areas such as the underside or backside. If there are drawers, you can pull them out to inspect all the sides. A maker’s mark is often placed in these areas. You can also look for identification papers, as they give the location of the factory, date of manufacture, name of the maker and the location of the factory. Find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Gillow furniture was made by the company Gillows of Lancaster and London, or simply Gillow & Co. This furniture-making brand was founded in the mid 1700s and continued with the founding family until 1814 when a buy-out happened. The name Gillow is still used because it had become synonymous with quality. Shop a collection of Gillow furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Thonet is a well known furniture company that was started by Michael Thonet in 1830 as he experimented with bentwood furniture. The brand is known for producing high-quality products with exquisite craftsmanship. Shop a collection of Thonet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.