Question 1

Can corals become fossils?

Accepted Answer

Yes, corals can indeed become fossils, though the process can take up to 20 million years. When a polyp dies, its tissue decays, and the skeleton that is left behind is what will eventually fossilize. You’ll find a collection of fossilized coral from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 2

When did Picasso become famous?

Accepted Answer

Picasso became famous after 1907, thanks to his innovative painting Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, which influenced the development of Cubism. Up until that time, he had enjoyed limited success as an artist while showing his works in various exhibitions. After 1907, his fame grew, and by the time he died in 1973, he had become one of the most famous artists of all time. Find a range of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.

Question 3

When did LV become popular?

Accepted Answer

Louis Vuitton became popular and well-known among the general public after Andrew Jacobs became the Creative Director for the French luxury fashion house in 1997. Jacobs launched a ready-to-wear collection and featured top supermodels like Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell in runway shows, capturing the attention of the media. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Louis Vuitton pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.

Question 4

When did Fendi become popular?

Accepted Answer

Fendi has enjoyed popularity for decades. While the Italian luxury house was initially known for its quality leather accessories and its relationship with old-world Italian craftsmanship, it wasn’t until 1965, when a young German designer named Karl Lagerfeld took the creative helm, that Fendi became a world-renowned fashion house.

Until Lagerfeld started designing for the brand, fur was a material mostly associated with heavy coats that few people actually wore. Lagerfeld reimagined fur in creative ways, using it as an accent on purses, cuffs on dress sleeves and collars on wool coats.

Fendi has since broken into the home-goods market with Fendi Casa and has become synonymous with luxury fashion, producing such pieces as the iconic Baguette, which was rendered ever popular on the television series Sex and the City. The bag turned 25 in 2023, and a collaboration with Versace yielded a brand new version of the beloved accessory. The Fendi Baguette has been embraced by a new generation of fashion lovers, including prominent influencers, models and celebrities, and the house continues to gain fans all over the world.

Question 5

How did Balenciaga become popular?

Accepted Answer

Balenciaga’s popularity is due, in part, to the brand’s willingness to experiment with size and shape in haute couture, creating interest and even controversy. Their mid-20th century women’s lines revolutionized the idea of how a dress should or could fit. Another reason this brand is so popular is the uncompromising dedication to quality and high-end results. Shop a collection of Balenciaga from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 6

When did Balenciaga become popular?

Accepted Answer

Balenciaga was a well-liked brand from the beginning, but it was in the 1940s and 1950s when clothing from this brand started drawing the attention of people around the globe. The haute couture styles Balenciaga put on the runway were new and innovative—the more practical versions coveted and worn by the most famous women in the world. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga haute couture from top sellers around the world.

Question 7

How did Calder become an artist?

Accepted Answer

The story of how Calder became an artist begins with his parents. Both artists themselves, they did not want him to suffer the hardships of trying to make a living in art, so they encouraged the young Alexander Calder to study mechanical engineering at the Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey. He subsequently worked a number of jobs, including as a hydraulic engineer and draftsman for the New York Edison Company, before deciding to pursue an artistic career. He applied his engineering background to his artwork, such as his understanding of gears and moving parts for kinetic sculptures like Cirque Calder (1931) and free-standing abstract sculptures he called “stabiles.” Explore a selection of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.

Question 8

How did Keith Haring become famous?

Accepted Answer

Keith Haring became famous largely through people viewing the street art he created in subway stations and other locations in New York City. Throughout the 1980s, he was commissioned to produce art in dozens of cities all over the world and showed his works in solo and group exhibitions. A 1982 show at the Tony Shafrazi Gallery in Soho, New York City, earned rave reviews and greatly contributed to his fame. You'll find a selection of Keith Haring art on 1stDibs.

Question 9

When did Miu Miu become popular?

Accepted Answer

Miu Miu became popular in the mid-1990s. The luxury fashion house gained attention by selecting Kate Moss to headline its 1995 New York Fashion Week show. Ad campaigns featured actress Drew Barrymore the same year, earning the brand more publicity. Shop a range of Miu Miu pieces on 1stDibs.

Question 10

How do you become a dealer on 1stDibs?

Accepted Answer

If you’re interested in becoming a dealer on 1stDibs, you will need to submit an application, be approved and be selected to become a vetted dealer or seller.

1stDibs is a leading online marketplace for extraordinary design. Since 2000, we have captured the magic of the Paris flea market, connecting those seeking the most beautiful things on earth with highly coveted sellers and makers in furniture and home decor, art, fine jewelry and fashion. 1stDibs works with a range of trusted prestigious dealers around the world, who are respected professionals in their fields, and the company is committed to shoppers’ satisfaction and peace of mind with every single purchase. We allow only vetted, professional dealers to list their items for sale on the platform.

Along with the application, all prospective sellers must provide at least two references who can verify they are a seller or organization in good standing, with top-quality inventory that matches our standards.

Applications are reviewed by our experts in contemporary and vintage furniture, fine art, jewelry and fashion. All sellers are evaluated on the appropriateness and quality of their inventory. This may involve requests for samples to assess a collection, in-person visits to prospective sellers’ workshops, audits of social media accounts and industry editorial coverage as well as a review of their interactions with customers to gauge service commitment and industry reputation.

The confidence we have in our extraordinary supply is a direct result of our strict vetting of the sellers themselves. 1stDibs seeks to reassure all customers that the items they’re shopping meet strict marketplace standards.

If you are a professional dealer and you’re interested in selling your merchandise on 1stDibs, we welcome you to fill out an application.

Question 11

How did Chrome Hearts become so popular?

Accepted Answer

Chrome Hearts became popular largely due to the influence of musicians. A girlfriend of Steve Jones, a member of pioneering punk band the Sex Pistols, appeared in a film for which Chrome Hearts designed costumes, and Jones took a liking to the brand. He helped raise its profile by wearing its accessories and apparel, and other bands like Guns N' Roses and Mötley Crüe also contributed to the brand’s popularity. In 1992, Chrome Hearts won the CFDA Accessory Designer of the Year award; the win helped the brand expand beyond the hard rock and punk music scenes. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Chrome Hearts clothing, jewelry and accessories.

Question 12

When did Hamilton watches become Swiss?

Accepted Answer

Hamilton watches became Swiss in 2003 when the watchmaker moved from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to Biel, Switzerland. While based in the U.S., the company produced watches for the winners of the 1928 World Series and was the official watch for the employees of four commercial airlines. Shop a variety of Hamilton watches on 1stDibs.

Question 13

When did Thierry Mugler become popular?

Accepted Answer

Thierry Mugler became popular during the 1980s and 1990s. In the 1970s, the forward-looking fashion designer founded his brand with his first personal collection. During the 1980s, his couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, and he eventually gained fans in celebrities and models such as Naomi Campbell, George Michael and even RuPaul. He gained popularity for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly avant-garde designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials. In recent years, there has been renewed interest in his evening gowns due to celebrities like Cardi B. and Kim Kardashian wearing his dresses on the red carpet. Shop an assortment of vintage Thierry Mugler pieces on 1stDibs.

Question 14

How did Arne Jacobsen become famous?

Accepted Answer

Arne Jacobsen became famous by designing austere, minimalist buildings and producing furniture specifically to decorate them. An example is the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark. Not only did he design the building, he also created his well-known Drop, Egg and Swan chairs to decorate it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Arne Jacobsen furniture.

Question 15

How did Takashi Murakami become famous?

Accepted Answer

Takashi Murakami became famous around the world due to his collaborations with western designers. In 2003, his collaboration with Louis Vuitton elevated him to international celebrity status. Prior to that, he was mostly known only in art circles. On 1stDibs, find a range of Takashi Murakami art.

Question 16

When did Chrome Hearts become popular?

Accepted Answer

Chrome Hearts became popular during the 1990s. Its success was largely owed to its association with punk and heavy metal music. Sex Pistols lead guitarist Steve Jones helped introduce the brand to the music scene by wearing Chrome Hearts apparel on stage in 1989. Members of Guns N' Roses, Mötley Crüe and other bands soon followed suit. Shop an assortment of Chrome Hearts pieces on 1stDibs.

Question 17

When did Marcel Breuer become an apprentice at the Bauhaus?

Accepted Answer

Marcel Breuer became an apprentice and student at the Bauhaus school in 1920. He made a big impression on the school's founder, Walter Gropius, and later became the head of the institution's furniture workshop. Find a selection of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 18

When did Van Cleef & Arpels become popular?

Accepted Answer

Van Cleef & Arpels became popular early in the 20th century. Many trend-setting women of the time sported Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. The jewelry house’s fashion-conscious clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. Its popularity has continued to the present day. Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels's quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 19

In which period did papier mâché making become popular?

Accepted Answer

Although papier mâché has been used since ancient times, it gained popularity in the Georgian and Victorian periods, between 1720 and 1900. You can shop a large variety of papier mâché products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Becoming A Seller

1870s French School Figurative Paintings

Louis De Schryver The Flower Seller, Paris, 1887

18th Century Old Masters Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Henry FuseliDrawing of a captive woman, Circa 1781

1950s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Cavanagh' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1957

1950s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Cavanagh' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1957

1950s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Evening Dress' Limited Edition silver gelatin V&A Portfolio, 1953

1960s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Evening Elegance' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1960

1950s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Cavanagh' V&A Limited Edition Oversize silver gelatin print, 1957

1960s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Evening Elegance' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1960

1960s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'London Dress' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1960

1960s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Make Up Mirror' Limited Edition silver gelatin V&A Portfolio, 1961

Late 20th Century Modern Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Laurence DunnA Series of Coastal Tramp Silhouettes in Bodycolour by Laurence Dunn

1960s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Make Up Mirror' Limited Edition silver gelatin V&A Portfolio, 1961

1960s Modern Figurative Photography

John French'Jean Shrimpton In Evening Dress' Limited Edition silver gelatin V&A Portfolio, 1961

1920s Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Laurence DunnLaurence Dunn, Drawing of Coastal Tramp Eastleigh, Kent (c.1925) T A Soliffe, c.1925

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Art

Vintage Brutalist Collage by Uwe Kind c. 1968

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel Italian Leather, Handmade Portugal Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors

Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors

Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors

Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Silver Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Yellow Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel, Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel, Bouclé Leather, Handmade Portugal Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Modern Bordeira Coffee Tables, Onyx Travertine, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Guatemala Marble, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Organic Modern Bordeira Coffee Tables, Blue Onyx, Handmade Portugal Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Organic Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Marble, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Organic Modern Bordeira Coffee Tables, Onyx, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Organic Modern Bordeira Coffee Tables, Onyx, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Modern Twins Outdoors Sofa, Sunbrella Fabric, Handmade in Portugal by Greenpple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, DEDAR Red Wool, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Organic Modern Bordeira Coffee Tables, Marble, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Organic Modern Twins Outdoors Curved Sofa, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Organic Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Onyx, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Stainless Steel, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors

Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Italian Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Dedar Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Louis De Schryver
The Flower Seller, Paris, 1887

Henry Fuseli
Drawing of a captive woman, Circa 1781

John French
'Cavanagh' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1957

John French
'Cavanagh' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1957

John French
'Evening Dress' Limited Edition silver gelatin V&A Portfolio, 1953

John French
'Evening Elegance' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1960

John French
'Cavanagh' V&A Limited Edition Oversize silver gelatin print, 1957

John French
'Evening Elegance' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1960

John French
'London Dress' V&A Portfolio Fashion Photography Limited Edition, 1960

John French
'Make Up Mirror' Limited Edition silver gelatin V&A Portfolio, 1961

Laurence Dunn
A Series of Coastal Tramp Silhouettes in Bodycolour by Laurence Dunn

John French
'Make Up Mirror' Limited Edition silver gelatin V&A Portfolio, 1961

John French
'Jean Shrimpton In Evening Dress' Limited Edition silver gelatin V&A Portfolio, 1961

Laurence Dunn
Laurence Dunn, Drawing of Coastal Tramp Eastleigh, Kent (c.1925) T A Soliffe, c.1925