The Blues Brothers

Questions About The Blues Brothers

• Who are the Martin Brothers?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024

  The Martin Brothers are a team of brothers known for producing stoneware during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Wallace, Walter, Charles and Edwin Martin established their factory in London in 1873. Their company, Martin Brothers, became famous for their whimsical bird figurines, nicknamed Wally Birds. Explore a selection of Martin Brothers pottery on 1stDibs.

• What are the Campana Brothers known for?

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  1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024

  The Campana Brothers are known for being among Brazil's foremost contemporary furniture designers. Inspired by their country's vernacular culture, Humberto and Fernando Campana combine everyday objects — often waste materials like rope, cardboard, plastic tubing and aluminum wire — in unexpected ways to make their singular chairs, decor, lighting and other items. Their designs have been manufactured by such companies as Alessi, Swarovski and Cappellini. They have received numerous honors, including being named Designer of the Year both at Design Miami in 2008 and by Maison&Objet in Paris in 2012. Find a range of Campana Brothers furniture on 1stDibs.

• When was Johnson Brothers Indian Tree made?

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  1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025

  Johnson Brothers Indian Tree was made during the late 20th century. The maker introduced the pattern in 1979 and discontinued it in 1982. Inspiration for the pattern came from china manufactured by the Coalport Company during the early 19th century. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Johnson Brothers tableware.

• Are Blue Onion and Blue Danube the same?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  No, Blue Onion and Blue Danube are not exactly the same, although they look very similar. The German porcelain company manufactured Blue Onion porcelain and released the first pieces in the 18th century. Modern-day Japanese manufacturers make china in its style, and their porcelain ware is what's known as Blue Danube. Shop a wide range of blue porcelain on 1stDibs.

• What is Japanese blue?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  Japanese blue is a color that blends gray, blue and green. It gets its name from the fact that the color is frequently found on Japanese pottery and decorative objects. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Japanese decorative objects, art and furniture.

• What is a blue crystal?

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  1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021

  A blue crystal is a type of natural stone that is used to bestow serenity and improve communication and clarity, as it is related to the wearer’s Throat Chakra. There are various types of blue crystals that one can choose from such as Kyanite, Blue Tiger’s Eye, Sodalite and Aquamarine among others. Shop a range of antique and vintage blue crystals on 1stDibs.

• What is a blue emerald?

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  1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021

  A blue emerald is an emerald with blue-green color whose primary hue is green and secondary hue is blue. The most desirable emeralds are typically highly saturated bluish green to pure green and highly transparent. Find a collection of emerald jewelry on 1stDibs.

• What stone is blue?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021

  A sapphire is the most popular blue stone. This blue color can also be found in other gemstones such as lapis lazuli, topaz, and aquamarine.

• What is a blue dial?

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  Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021

  A watch with a blue dial is a watch with a blue "face". The dial is the face of the clock that is marked to show the units of time. This is the part of the watch that holds the numbers, hands, etc.

• What is blue gold?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021

  Blue gold is a gold alloy. It is crafted using idiom or gallium and 46% 11 carat gold.

• What gemstone is light blue?

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  Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021

  Many gemstones come with a light blue color. The most common light blue gemstones in the market today are aquamarines, light blue topaz, and light blue sapphires.

  1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021

  The gemstone that is light blue is called aquamarine. Often affordable in price, there is a wide variety of vintage, new and antique aquamarine jewelry on 1stDibs.

• Why is Bristol glass blue?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  Bristol glass gets its signature blue hue from the inclusion of cobalt oxide in the glass-making process. Bristol blue glass has been made in Bristol, England, since the 18th century and is a favorite among collectors. Find a selection of Bristol blue glass goods on 1stDibs.

• What is a Blue Willow plate?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  A Blue Willow plate is a flat transferware pottery dish that features a particular Chinoiserie landscape pattern called Blue Willow. Thomas Turner introduced the pattern in 1779. Traditional Chinese blue and white porcelain served as his inspiration. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Blue Willow ceramics.

• What is a blue Ceylon sapphire?

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  Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021

  A Ceylon Sapphire is a sapphire the originated from Sri Lanka. These sapphires are popular due to their quality, range of blue shades, and overall beauty.

• What is blue pottery called?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  Blue pottery can be called a number of things depending on its origins. Pieces produced in the Netherlands are known as Deftware, while blue earthenware from Wedgwood is Jasperware. Pottery from Jaipur, India, is also referred to as blue pottery. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pottery.

• What is Wedgwood Blue in Jasperware?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  Blue Wedgwood Jasperware is a type of intricately detailed, matte pottery with an unglazed finish. Its pale blue color has been affectionately called ‘Wedgwood blue’. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic blue Wedgwood Jasperware from some of the world’s top sellers.

  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  Wedgwood blue is a distinct pale blue that’s commonly used in Jasperware. Jasperware is a type of pottery developed in England during the late 18th century by Josiah Wedgwood. Shop a collection of antique Jasperware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

• What is the Wedgwood blue named after?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  Wedgwood blue is a color named after its appearance on jasperware pottery. It is a soft gray-ish toned blue. It would often be accented by white decoration on the pottery. Shop a range of Wedgwood blue jasperware from top sellers on 1stDibs.

• What is French blue color?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021

  French blue falls looks like a smokey, grey blue. France has used this shade of blue in its heraldry of the French monarchy since at least the 12th century.

• Is Blue Topaz expensive?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021

  Blue topaz is not very expensive when compared to the prices of other types of topaz. It can cost as little as $10 per carat.

• Is blue coral natural?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  Some of it is. While imitation blue coral is made from a variety of materials, including polyresin, natural blue coral is a vulnerable species unique to the Indian and Pacific oceans in the tropics. Commonly found in shallow waters off Ishigaki Island in southwest Japan, blue coral has a skeleton made of aragonite, and it’s the only species in the Helioporidae family. Shop a collection of blue coral pieces from sellers on 1stDibs.