What is a butterfly leaf?

A butterfly leaf is a leaf in the center of a table that has a central seam and so can be folded and stored under the table top when not in use. It is called “butterfly” because when the leaf is opened to be put in place, it resembles a pair of wings.

What is a butterfly table?

A butterfly table is a table that features a fold-out design that allows you to expand the table surface when needed. The name refers to the butterfly-like motion of the table leaf as it is folded out. Shop a collection of beautifully crafted butterfly tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a butterfly box?

A butterfly box is a nesting box built for butterflies to have shelter during nasty weather. These boxes are usually made of wood and have multiple vertical openings for butterflies to enter. These boxes will not only add up the beauty of your garden but also will help the population of butterflies to sustain. Shop a range of butterfly boxes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.

What is a butterfly hook?

A Butterfly hook is a hook that can be mounted on walls, shelves or cupboards and used for hanging bags, coats and hats. The two spreading wings of the butterfly hook make it very functional and also aesthetically appealing. It is easy to install and will blend well into any furniture style. Shop on 1stDibs for butterfly hooks today.

What do butterfly necklaces mean?

What butterfly necklaces mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people associate butterflies with change and rebirth because of the life cycle of the butterfly, which starts out its life as a caterpillar. You'll find a variety of butterfly necklaces on 1stDibs.

When were butterfly chairs popular?

Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Who made the butterfly chair?

Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a butterfly clip in earrings?

A butterfly clip is a type of earring backing. It is a metal disc that rests on two loops that help stabilize and secure it. To use a butterfly clip, you simply slide it onto the round post attached to an earring. Explore a large collection of earrings on 1stDibs.

Do butterfly chairs fold up?

Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.

When was the Butterfly chair made?

The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a table butterfly leaf?

The butterfly leaf of a table is a panel that can be used to expand the surface area of a table. Named after the insect, a butterfly leaf table opens in place, similar to a butterfly's wings, and also folds back into itself, sliding under the table to optimize storage. Shop a selection of butterfly leaf tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Are Butterfly chairs comfortable?

Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed the Butterfly chair?

Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a butterfly leaf in a dining table?

Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.

What does wearing a butterfly necklace mean?

What wearing a butterfly necklace means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people see butterflies as symbols of freedom and hope, while others believe they represent change. Shop a collection of necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.

Is Lane furniture the same as United furniture?

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.

What is a bureau in furniture?

A bureau with respect to furniture is a chest of drawers or a writing desk having drawers and a slanted top. Both are used for storing items. A bureau with only drawers is usually placed in the bedroom while a bureau that is styled like a writing desk lives in an office or library. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bureaus.

What is down-filled furniture?

Down-filled furniture is upholstered furniture that features feathers for padding. In some designs, the down takes the place of conventional foam, while in others, it is the sole fill used in cushions. On 1stDibs, find a range of down-filled furniture.

What are the types of furniture?

There are a lot of types of furniture. The core types are tables, seating, and beds. However, within each category, there are numerous sub-categories. For instance, there are coffee tables, console tables, sofa tables, dining tables, and night tables. If you're searching for a type of furniture, you'll have the best chance of finding what you're looking for it you're very specific in your search.

What is Memphis furniture?

Memphis furniture is a name given to furnishings created by the Memphis Group. This artist collective began producing furniture and decorative objects in 1980 and continued to unveil collaborative designs until 1987. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Memphis furniture.

Butterflies On Furniture

Esvee Atelier

Afdal Butterfly Chair

Wedgwood Fairyland Luster

Theodore Psychoyos

1950s Norwegian Egg Chair

Butterfly Wingback

Plateau Beaded Bag

Herend Fortuna

Category

2010s American Mounted Objects

Materials

Steel

Butterflies on Acrylic Tabletop Centerpiece

H 13 in W 48 in D 4 in

Large Butterfly Amethyst On Stand

Located in Southall, GB

A fabulous Large Amethyst Butterfly style two part piece specimen on blackened metal stand

Category

21st Century and Contemporary South American Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Amethyst

Large Butterfly Amethyst On Stand

H 70.08 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in

Large Citrine Butterfly Crystal On Stand

Located in Southall, GB

Large, rare and wonderful natural citrine butterfly in two pieces, on a black metal stand. Citrine

Category

21st Century and Contemporary South American Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

Large Citrine Butterfly Crystal On Stand

H 39.38 in W 29.93 in D 9.85 in

Baker Serving Table with Removable Tray and Butterfly Top

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Chicago, IL

Butler tray table, with folding X-base, in original light walnut finish from Baker Furniture. Two

Category

Vintage 1950s American Serving Tables

Materials

Brass

Baker Serving Table with Removable Tray and Butterfly Top

H 29 in W 36.5 in D 21 in

Tommi Parzinger "Butterflys" Oil On Burlap, 1963

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Norwalk, CT

Tommi Parzinger, German/NY (1903-1981). "#4 Butterflys" Oil on burlap, 1963. Numbered, titled

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Paint

Tommi Parzinger "Butterflys" Oil On Burlap, 1963

H 16 in W 18 in D 1 in

Butterflies on Acrylic Tabletop Accessory in Brilliant Gold

Located in Dallas, TX

Play up your flirty, fluttery side with this butterfly decorative accessory. Each flutter, mounted

Category

2010s American Mounted Objects

Materials

Steel

Butterflies on Acrylic Tabletop Accessory in Brilliant Gold

H 13 in W 14 in D 4 in

Butterflies on Acrylic Tabletop Accessory in Aged Gold

Located in Dallas, TX

Play up your flirty, fluttery side with this butterfly decorative accessory. Each flutter, mounted

Category

2010s American Mounted Objects

Materials

Steel

Butterflies on Acrylic Tabletop Accessory in Aged Gold

H 13 in W 14 in D 4 in

Dan Namingha Acrylic on Paper, 1991 - “Butterfly Maiden”

By Dan Namingha 2

Located in Phoenix, AZ

painting measures 8"h x 6"w. The frame is 18"h x 15 3/4"w. It is titled on the verso “Butterfly Maiden” and

Category

1990s Paintings

Materials

Paint

Dan Namingha Acrylic on Paper, 1991 - “Butterfly Maiden”

H 18 in W 15.75 in D 1.5 in

Pink amethyst "butterfly" slice on metal base

Located in BAARN, UT

Amethyst is a quartz containing traces of manganese oxide are responsible for the violet color. Amethyst is usually found in cavities of volcanic rock and is also present in ore corr...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Brazilian Nautical Objects

Materials

Amethyst

Pink amethyst "butterfly" slice on metal base

H 27.56 in W 21.26 in D 7.49 in

Butterflies, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

By Marta Zawadzka

Located in Yardley, PA

a return to my childhood, when Ipainted everywhere I could: walls, floors, furnitures... it was

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Marta Zawadzka
Butterflies, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, 2022

H 43.4 in W 59.1 in D 0.8 in

Modern Take on the Butterfly Chair - Now Hanging Chair

By Joanina and David Pastoll

Located in Johannesburg, ZA

The timeless butterfly chair is a classic that has stood the test of time for over 80 years. Its

Category

2010s South African Rustic Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Take on the Butterfly Chair - Now Hanging Chair

H 24 in W 35 in D 34 in

Ulf Ålund, Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Aurora butterfly on a flower.

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Ulf Ålund (born 1948), Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Aurora butterfly in a flower landscape. Late

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Ulf Ålund, Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Aurora butterfly on a flower.

H 13.39 in W 15.75 in D 1.19 in

"Butterflies" Multicolor Butterflies on Brilliant Golden w Gold Antique Frame

By Hunt Slonem

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Butterflies. This piece depicts

Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel, Mixed Media

Hunt Slonem
"Butterflies" Multicolor Butterflies on Brilliant Golden w Gold Antique Frame, 2023

H 30.25 in W 36.25 in D 2 in

Antique Side Cabinet with Large Butterfly on Doors

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty cabinet from the 19th century with brass butterfly hardware, two drawers

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique Side Cabinet with Large Butterfly on Doors

H 34.25 in W 38.75 in D 22.25 in

Thomas Hafström (b. 1954), Swedish Artist, Oil on Canvas, Butterfly on Woodwork

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Thomas Hafström (b. 1954), Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Butterfly on woodwork. Late 20th

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Thomas Hafström (b. 1954), Swedish Artist, Oil on Canvas, Butterfly on Woodwork

H 27.96 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in

Louis Icart, Etching on Paper, "Madame Butterfly", Dated 1927

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Louis Icart (1888-1950). Etching on paper. "Madame Butterfly". Dated 1927. Visible dimensions: 51

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Prints

Materials

Paper

Louis Icart, Etching on Paper, "Madame Butterfly", Dated 1927

H 27.56 in W 20.08 in D 0.79 in

Mid Century Brass and Copper Butterfly on Burl Stand

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Mid Century Brass and Copper Butterfly on Burl Stand

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Copper

Mid Century Brass and Copper Butterfly on Burl Stand

H 5 in W 5 in D 3.5 in

Rock Crystal Butterfly Sculpture on Pink Geode Obelisk Base

Located in Toronto, ON

A stunning decorative mineral specimen, composed of a rock crystal butterfly with brass body, on a

Category

2010s Brazilian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Quartz, Stone

Rock Crystal Butterfly Sculpture on Pink Geode Obelisk Base

H 8.5 in W 4 in D 4.5 in

Amethyst Butterfly

Located in Somis, CA

A large magnificent amethyst gemstone butterfly on a sturdy brass stand. Made with fine natural

Category

2010s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Amethyst

Amethyst Butterfly

H 9.25 in W 8.25 in D 3.5 in

Butterfly Box

Located in Paris, FR

Box butterfly in glazed ceramic in black finish. With white glazed ceramic at the bottom with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Butterfly Box

H 11.82 in Dm 5.91 in

Fornasetti Frame with Convex Mirror Farfalle Butterflies Color on White

By Fornasetti

Located in MILANO, IT

Fornasetti's butterflies on a white background. The mirror is convex.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Convex Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Wood

Fornasetti Frame with Convex Mirror Farfalle Butterflies Color on White

H 1.58 in Dm 11.03 in

Fornasetti Frame with Convex Mirror Farfalle Butterflies Color on Black

By Fornasetti

Located in MILANO, IT

painted and covered with a smooth lacquer. The decoration features the iconic Fornasetti's butterflies

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Convex Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Wood

Fornasetti Frame with Convex Mirror Farfalle Butterflies Color on Black

H 1.58 in Dm 19.69 in

Bing & Grøndahl, Butterfly, Porcelain Bowl on Foot. 1920/30s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Bing & Grøndahl, Butterfly, hand-painted porcelain bowl on foot. 1920/30s. In excellent condition

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Bing & Grøndahl, Butterfly, Porcelain Bowl on Foot. 1920/30s

H 2.76 in Dm 9.45 in

Butterfly Chandelier

By Il Paralume Marina

Located in Milan, IT

Recreating the mesmerizing movements and lightness of a butterfly, this stunning chandelier is a

Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Steel

Butterfly Chandelier

H 25.6 in Dm 51.97 in

Madame Butterfly

Located in London, GB

Original Belgian film poster for the 1932 drama, romance. This is an exceptionally rare piece that has only surfaced a few times. The artwork is unique to the films first release i...

Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Posters

Materials

Paper

Madame Butterfly

H 33 in W 23 in D 0.1 in

Ulf Ålund, Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Mother-of-pearl butterfly on a flower

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Ulf Ålund (born 1948), Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Mother-of-pearl butterfly in a flower

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Ulf Ålund, Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Mother-of-pearl butterfly on a flower

H 13.39 in W 15.75 in D 1.19 in

Damien Hirst Butterfly Original Drawing on Paper, ca. 1990’s

By Damien Hirst

Located in Hampstead, QC

sealed glass room filled with butterflies fluttering around till they dropped to the floor from

Category

1990s English Post-Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Damien Hirst Butterfly Original Drawing on Paper, ca. 1990’s

H 14.13 in W 17.25 in D 0.75 in

Beautiful Sofa with decorative Silk Velvet or Mosaic Butterflies on back

Located in London, GB

language that pervades the whole environment, from the furniture to lights, accessories, floors where the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Beautiful Sofa with decorative Silk Velvet or Mosaic Butterflies on back

H 34.26 in W 125.99 in D 63 in

Ben-Amun Stylized Butterfly Gold Tone Pendant on Leather Cord

By Ben Amun

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

What an exotic bright gold pendant of a fancy butterfly with exaggerated antenna 0n the top and

Category

Late 20th Century American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal

Ben-Amun Stylized Butterfly Gold Tone Pendant on Leather Cord

H 2.5 in W 1.75 in D 0.25 in

Pair of Vintage Pearsall Chairs with Laser-Cut Butterflies on Hide

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Chicago, IL

furniture all the rage in the 1950s and 1960s, and a sought-after collectible today. We took the chair in a

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Hide, Walnut

Pair of Vintage Pearsall Chairs with Laser-Cut Butterflies on Hide

H 36.5 in W 19 in D 22 in

Early 19th Century Chinese Botanical Butterfly Watercolor on Pith Paper

Located in London, GB

suspended mid page features a striking butterfly atop a vivid reddish orange camellia flower with a small

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Early 19th Century Chinese Botanical Butterfly Watercolor on Pith Paper

H 20.28 in W 16.34 in D 1.97 in

Sterling Pendant with Hand Painted Landscape on a Butterfly Wing

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful pendant of a hand painted butterfly wing depicting a tropical scene in an Art Nouveau

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Pendant with Hand Painted Landscape on a Butterfly Wing

H 1.5 in W 1 in D 0.5 in

Brass Butterfly Sconce

By Henri Fernandez

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Brass butterfly sconce attributed to Henri Fernandez. Requires four E14 base up to 40watt bulbs

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Brass Butterfly Sconce

H 26 in W 26 in D 7 in

Butterfly Chair Indoor-Outddor

Located in Paris, FR

Chair Butterfly with aluminium frame and with polyethylene. Indoor-outdoor use. With seat and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Butterfly Chair Indoor-Outddor

H 75.6 in W 42.52 in D 35.83 in

Butterfly Console by SEM

Located in Geneve, CH

Butterfly console by SEM Dimensions: D 200 x W 35 x H 92.5 cm Material:Concrete handmade resin

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Concrete

Butterfly Console by SEM

H 36.42 in W 13.78 in D 78.75 in

Wonderful Crystal Daum Pate De Verre Papillon Butterfly On Leaf Flower Sculpture

By Daum

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Crystal Daum Pate De Verre Papillon Butterfly Perched On A Leaf & Flower Sculpture

Category

20th Century French Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Wonderful Crystal Daum Pate De Verre Papillon Butterfly On Leaf Flower Sculpture

H 2.5 in W 2.5 in D 3 in

Regency Style Butterfly Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

An English Regency style marquetry inlaid butterfly work table, the top inlaid with rosewood, burl

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency End Tables

Materials

Wood

Regency Style Butterfly Table

H 28 in W 17 in D 15.75 in

Butterfly Spin Painting 2009 Framed on 18k Gold Leaf, Damien Hirst, Artwork

By Damien Hirst

Located in Madrid, ES

"Butterfly Painting" by Damien Hirst, 2009 Work in acrylic, framed in a methacrylate case with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Butterfly Spin Painting 2009 Framed on 18k Gold Leaf, Damien Hirst, Artwork

H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in

Butterfly Hunter Digital Painting

By Daria Petrilli

Located in Milan, IT

The protagonist of this Pop-Surrealist digital painting is a butterfly hunter, who catches her prey

Category

2010s Italian Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Cotton

Butterfly Hunter Digital Painting

H 42.52 in W 30.71 in D 1.58 in

Large Textured Butterfly Painting

Located in Naples, FL

Large acrylic painting on canvas with butterfly in center. Artist signed Andersen in bottom right

Category

Vintage 1970s Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Wood

Large Textured Butterfly Painting

H 61 in W 49.25 in D 1.5 in

Natural Lace Agate Butterfly on Custom-Made Stand, Handmade Crystal Accent Decor

Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR

Gorgeous in many ways, this lace agate butterfly showcases special characteristics, such as the

Category

2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Natural Lace Agate Butterfly on Custom-Made Stand, Handmade Crystal Accent Decor

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H 12.2 in W 8.5 in D 0.6 in

Elegant Italian Pendant "Butterfly"

By Matlight Milano

Located in Milano, IT

The Butterfly pendant is a captivating lighting fixture that combines elegance, compactness, and a

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Elegant Italian Pendant "Butterfly"

H 44.1 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Lucite Butterfly Console Table Base

Located in Lake Worth, FL

. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Wonderful Lucite Butterfly

Category

20th Century Unknown Console Tables

Materials

Lucite

Lucite Butterfly Console Table Base

H 29.5 in W 28 in D 14 in

Butterfly Porcelain Jewelry Box

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful small white porcelain oval jewelry or trinket box with colorful butterfly, leaves and

Category

Mid-20th Century European Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Butterfly Porcelain Jewelry Box

H 1.88 in W 3.38 in D 2.5 in

Hollywood Regency Upholstered Butterfly Footstools

Located in Jacksonville, FL

Pair of mid century fully upholstered foot stools embellished with a large embroidered butterfly

Category

Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Hollywood Regency Upholstered Butterfly Footstools

H 20 in W 19 in D 19 in

"Question Mark & Comma" Butterflies on Silver and Gold Oil Painting on Canvas

By Hunt Slonem

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Butterflies. This piece depicts

Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

Hunt Slonem
"Question Mark & Comma" Butterflies on Silver and Gold Oil Painting on Canvas, 2021

H 48.75 in W 75 in D 3.5 in

Butterfly Concrete Console by SEM

Located in Geneve, CH

Butterfly concrete console by SEM Dimensions: D200 x W35 x H92.5 cm Material:Concrete handmade

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Concrete

Butterfly Concrete Console by SEM

H 36.42 in W 13.78 in D 78.75 in

"On the Grounds" White + Regal Purple Butterflies on Gold Background w Scoring

By Hunt Slonem

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Butterflies. This piece depicts

Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Wood Panel

Hunt Slonem
"On the Grounds" White + Regal Purple Butterflies on Gold Background w Scoring, 2023

H 16 in W 14 in D 2 in

Photo Frame Butterfly-Shaped Fired Enamel on Guillochè and Hand Engravings Sterl

By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Butterfly-shaped photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent polychrome

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Photo Frame Butterfly-Shaped Fired Enamel on Guillochè and Hand Engravings Sterl

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H 0.99 in W 1.78 in D 1.26 in

Herend Fortuna Soup Tureen Painted With Butterflies & Flowers & A Lemon on Top

By Herend

Located in Boston, MA

This is a beautiful Herend Fortuna soup tureen painted with blue butterflies and flowers on a white

Category

1990s Hungarian Romantic Soup Tureens

Materials

Porcelain

Herend Fortuna Soup Tureen Painted With Butterflies & Flowers & A Lemon on Top

H 9.5 in W 14.5 in D 8 in

Butterfly Oblong Table by SEM

Located in Geneve, CH

Butterfly oblong table by SEM Dimensions: D250 x W110 x H78.5 cm Material: polyester glossy

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Polyester

Butterfly Oblong Table by SEM

H 30.91 in W 43.31 in D 98.43 in

"Morpho II" Multicolor Butterflies on Gold Background Oil on Wood with Scoring

By Hunt Slonem

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Butterflies. This piece depicts

Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Hunt Slonem
"Morpho II" Multicolor Butterflies on Gold Background Oil on Wood with Scoring, 2022

H 14 in W 12 in D 2 in

"Tiger Swallowtail & Morning Cloak" Butterflies & Tulips on Yellow Background

By Hunt Slonem

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Florals and Butterflies. This

Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Hunt Slonem
"Tiger Swallowtail & Morning Cloak" Butterflies & Tulips on Yellow Background, 2023

H 31 in W 26 in D 1 in

Victorian Framed Needlework of Butterflies

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Victorian needlepoint image of butterflies in a burl wood frame under glass. The oval wool

Category

Antique 1880s American Victorian Tapestries

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Wood

Victorian Framed Needlework of Butterflies

H 28 in W 47 in D 1.5 in

Les Paul & Blue Butterflies Guitar

Located in Paris, FR

Guitar Les Paul & Blue Butterflies made of a real Epiphone Les Paul guitar staging with real

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Wood

Les Paul & Blue Butterflies Guitar

H 81.5 in W 27.68 in D 7.49 in

Torbjorn Afdal Butterfly Chairs, 1950s

By Torbjørn Afdal, Bjarne Hansen

Located in Culver City, CA

Extremely rare "Butterfly" easy chairs designed by Torbjørn Afdal in 1957. Produced by Bjarne

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Torbjorn Afdal Butterfly Chairs, 1950s

H 40 in W 34 in D 26 in

Amethyst Geode Butterfly Coffee Table

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Butterfly coffee table made of pair of wing shaped natural Brazilian amethyst gold leafed in 22K

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Amethyst, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Amethyst Geode Butterfly Coffee Table

H 14.5 in W 48 in D 46 in

Rose Quartz Gemstone Butterfly Sculpture

Located in Somis, CA

Delight in the ethereal beauty of a breathtaking sculpture – a rose quartz butterfly crafted with

Category

2010s Malagasy Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Rose Quartz Gemstone Butterfly Sculpture

H 10 in W 10 in D 3.25 in

Curious antique tray real butterfly wings

Located in Berlin, DE

Curious antique tray real butterfly wings Solid wood frame with marquetry inlays. In the

Category

20th Century German Tray Tables

Materials

Wood

Curious antique tray real butterfly wings

H 1.97 in W 18.51 in D 11.42 in

Butterfly Wing Chair Left or Right

Located in Paris, FR

Chair butterfly wing left or right chair With steel structure and with polyethylene Canvas hand

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Chairs

Materials

Steel

Butterfly Wing Chair Left or Right

H 40.56 in W 45.28 in D 31.5 in

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of butterflies on furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, every item from our selection of butterflies on furniture was constructed with great care. There are 28 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of butterflies on furniture you’re looking for, while we also have 12 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of butterflies on furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of butterflies on furniture made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one piece of butterflies on furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fornasetti, Sergio Bustamante and A. Batucchi produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Butterflies On Furniture?

Prices for a piece of butterflies on furniture start at $132 and top out at $165,000 with the average selling for $1,735.

Questions About Butterflies On Furniture

What is a butterfly leaf?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A butterfly leaf is a leaf in the center of a table that has a central seam and so can be folded and stored under the table top when not in use. It is called “butterfly” because when the leaf is opened to be put in place, it resembles a pair of wings.
What is a butterfly table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A butterfly table is a table that features a fold-out design that allows you to expand the table surface when needed. The name refers to the butterfly-like motion of the table leaf as it is folded out. Shop a collection of beautifully crafted butterfly tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a butterfly box?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A butterfly box is a nesting box built for butterflies to have shelter during nasty weather. These boxes are usually made of wood and have multiple vertical openings for butterflies to enter. These boxes will not only add up the beauty of your garden but also will help the population of butterflies to sustain. Shop a range of butterfly boxes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
What is a butterfly hook?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A Butterfly hook is a hook that can be mounted on walls, shelves or cupboards and used for hanging bags, coats and hats. The two spreading wings of the butterfly hook make it very functional and also aesthetically appealing. It is easy to install and will blend well into any furniture style. Shop on 1stDibs for butterfly hooks today.
What do butterfly necklaces mean?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What butterfly necklaces mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people associate butterflies with change and rebirth because of the life cycle of the butterfly, which starts out its life as a caterpillar. You'll find a variety of butterfly necklaces on 1stDibs.
When were butterfly chairs popular?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
Who made the butterfly chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
What is a butterfly clip in earrings?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
A butterfly clip is a type of earring backing. It is a metal disc that rests on two loops that help stabilize and secure it. To use a butterfly clip, you simply slide it onto the round post attached to an earring. Explore a large collection of earrings on 1stDibs.
Do butterfly chairs fold up?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
When was the Butterfly chair made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a table butterfly leaf?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The butterfly leaf of a table is a panel that can be used to expand the surface area of a table. Named after the insect, a butterfly leaf table opens in place, similar to a butterfly's wings, and also folds back into itself, sliding under the table to optimize storage. Shop a selection of butterfly leaf tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Are Butterfly chairs comfortable?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed the Butterfly chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
What is a butterfly leaf in a dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
What does wearing a butterfly necklace mean?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
What wearing a butterfly necklace means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people see butterflies as symbols of freedom and hope, while others believe they represent change. Shop a collection of necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
Is Lane furniture the same as United furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
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.
What is a bureau in furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A bureau with respect to furniture is a chest of drawers or a writing desk having drawers and a slanted top. Both are used for storing items. A bureau with only drawers is usually placed in the bedroom while a bureau that is styled like a writing desk lives in an office or library. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bureaus.
What is down-filled furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Down-filled furniture is upholstered furniture that features feathers for padding. In some designs, the down takes the place of conventional foam, while in others, it is the sole fill used in cushions. On 1stDibs, find a range of down-filled furniture.
What are the types of furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
There are a lot of types of furniture. The core types are tables, seating, and beds. However, within each category, there are numerous sub-categories. For instance, there are coffee tables, console tables, sofa tables, dining tables, and night tables. If you're searching for a type of furniture, you'll have the best chance of finding what you're looking for it you're very specific in your search.
What is Memphis furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Memphis furniture is a name given to furnishings created by the Memphis Group. This artist collective began producing furniture and decorative objects in 1980 and continued to unveil collaborative designs until 1987. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Memphis furniture.