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20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
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Finding the Right asian-art-furniture for You
From Japanese handmade earthenware pottery, originating circa 14,500 B.C. and adorned with elaborate corded patterns known as jōmon, to natural elm case pieces and storage cabinets built in Qing dynasty–era China to mid-century Thai rice-paper charcoal rubbings, antique and vintage Asian art and furniture make for wonderful additions to all kinds of contemporary interiors.
Eastern elements elevate any home’s decor. Introduce zen sensibility to your living room, dining room and bedroom with the neutral color palettes and the natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and elm that we typically associate with traditional Asian furniture. Decorative handwoven embroideries and textiles originating from India and elsewhere on the continent, which can be draped over a bed or sofa or used as a wall hanging, can be as practical as they are functional, just as you wouldn’t seek out Japanese room-divider screens — often decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile — merely for privacy.
With everything from blanket chests to lighting fixtures to sculptures and carvings, it’s easy to tastefully bring serenity to your living space by looking to the treasures for which the East has long been known.
For British-born furniture designer Andrianna Shamaris, the Japanese concept of beauty in imperfection isn’t limited to her Wabi Sabi collection. She embraces it in her New York City apartment as well. In the living area, for instance, she retained the fireplace’s original black marble while swathing its frame and the rest of the room in bright white.
“We left the fireplace very clean and wabi-sabi, so that it blended into the wall,” says Shamaris, who further appointed the space with a hand-carved antique daybed whose plush pillows are upholstered in antique textiles from the Indonesian island of Sumba.
In the growing antique and vintage Asian art and furniture collection on 1stDibs, find ceramics from China, antiquities from Cambodia and a vast range of tables, seating, dining chairs and other items from Japan, India and other countries.
- Who is Larry Bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Larry Bell is a sculpture and installation artist born in Chicago, Illinois, on December 6, 1939. He is especially known for producing large illusionist works out of clear and colored glass. You'll find a collection of Larry Bell art on 1stDibs.
- What is a Cosanti bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A Cosanti bell is a hanging decoration that produces ringing sounds when moved by the wind. The manufacturer produces wind bells out of a variety of materials, including bronze and ceramics. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cosanti bells.
- What is a Chinese Bell called?1 Answer
Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021A Chinese bell is called a "zhong" 钟 - What is a glass bell jar?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bell glass jar is a jar shaped like a bell. It opens from the bottom and the bell jar that is the top and the sides are made of a single piece of glass. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage glass bell jars.
- How does a butler bell work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Butler bells, or servant bells, were stationed outside the kitchen, labeled for the room it belonged to. Upon hearing the bell, the servant would head to the appropriate room for service. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic servant bells from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The bell on a ship is usually just called a ship's bell. However, you may sometimes see the bells called ship's chimes. On ships, bells help sailors on watch keep track of the time. Find a collection of antique ship's bells on 1stDibs.
- What is a bell pull used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bell pull is used for calling servants to a specific room in a home. During the Victorian era, owners of large estates installed elaborate bell systems. One bell pull went in every room and connected to a series of labeled bells in the servants' work area. When a person used the pull, the bell representing that room would ring to call a servant. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique bell pulls.
- When were Bell pulls used?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bell pulls, often used to ring complex networks of bells, were very common from the late 18th to the early 20th century. They are still used in some applications today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique bell pulls from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What are bell sleeves called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bell sleeves can also be called peasant sleeves. The sleeve is fitted at the shoulder and then flares out at the elbow or wrist, which gives a fun, flowy touch to an outfit. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary fashions from top sellers around the world.
- What is a church bell called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A church bell is also called a carillon. In the Christian tradition, it is a bell that is rung in a church for a variety of ceremonial purposes. Shop a range of antique and vintage church bells on 1stDibs.
- How do you hang Cosanti bells?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To hang Cosanti bells, install a hook or nail into the mounting surface. Then, use the hanger at the top of the bells to mount the piece. Cosanti does sell accessory rods and chains that you can pair with the brand's wind bells to assist with hanging. Shop a collection of Cosanti bells and decorative accents from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are Chinese bronze bells?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese bronze bells are bells crafted from bronze that were used as instruments in China. Many were typically hung in a frame and used to create a melody by hitting them with a mallet. Some date back up to 3,600 years. They are also known as bianzhong. Shop a collection of Chinese bronze bells from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Where are Arcosanti bells made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Arcosanti bells are made in the experimental town of Arcosanti, Arizona. The town was established by American architect Paolo Soleri in the 1970s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of authentic Arcosanti bells from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Historically, a bell was rung to denote each half hour of the four-hour long “watch” periods on a ship. The bell was rung manually and time was often kept by a sandglass rather than a clock. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of ship’s bells and nautical clocks.
- How do I hang a cast iron bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022For feng shui, you should put your bell near where Chi energy enters your home. You can mount it on the wall or rest it on a piece of furniture in your entryway or even hang it from the doorknob. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique bells.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, the Yves Saint Laurent Belle de Jour clutch does not have zippers. The clutch closes securely with a snap closure. Shop a collection of vintage and new Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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