What is a Masonic Ball?

Masonic balls, also known as golden globes or cross fobs, are ornate orbs that are imbued with symbolism. They usually open to a cross pendant. They can be used as pendants or pocket watch fobs. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry on 1stDibs today.

What is the significance of the Ball chair?

The significance of the Ball chair is that it became an instant commercial success, and its groundbreaking form shook up the modern design world. After its debut at the 1966 International Furniture Fair in Cologne, buyers from 30 countries placed orders for their homes. Celebrities like Sammy Davis Jr. and Grace Kelly were among the early purchasers, as were royal figures like the Shah of Iran. Today, Eero Aarnio Originals makes the Ball chair, and it's featured in movies, magazines and museums all over the planet, even as it appears to have arrived from another solar system. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Eero Aarnio Ball chairs.

What is the Ball Chair made of?

The iconic Ball Chair is made of fiberglass, creating that rounded shape. The interior of a Ball Chair is upholstered in fine fabrics. Originally designed by Finnish furniture designer Eero Aarnio in 1963, this rounded chair is considered a classic display of industrial design. Shop a collection of Ball Chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is inside a disco ball?

The inside of a disco ball is typically a round piece of foam, plastic or aluminum. Disco balls are made by gluing hundreds of tiny reflective pieces, such as mirrors, onto the outside of the ball. You’ll find a variety of fine disco balls and 1970s nostalgia items on 1stDibs.

Are witches balls for kids?

There is no age limit on witches balls; however, they are meant to be ornamental and may not serve as the best toys since they are typically made from glass. A witches ball, similar to a ball ornament, is a hollow glass sphere originally hung in windows to ward off evil spirits in the 17th and 18th century. You can shop a selection of witches balls from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a gazing ball used for?

Gazing balls are used for decorating gardens. These orbs are generally placed atop a pedestal or wrought iron base. They were believed to bring good luck and ward off evil, but nowadays, they are used just for decorative purposes. Find a collection of antique, new and vintage building and garden elements today on 1stDibs.

What are mirror balls used for?

Mirror balls are used as decorative objects. When light shines against them, they create dazzling reflections. You will sometimes see mirror balls called disco balls because they were common decorations in 1970s discotheques. On 1stDibs, find a range of mirror balls.

Why are they called carpet balls?

Carpet balls are called carpet balls because of their original purpose. When first produced during the 18th century in Scotland, carpet balls were part of a set used to play the Victorian parlor game carpet ball. Find a collection of antique carpet balls on 1stDibs.

What does a disco ball represent?

Today, a disco ball usually represents the 1970s. That's because the discotheques that heavily influenced society, fashion and music during that decade often had a mirrored disco ball mounted on the ceiling. Its purpose was to cast reflections down onto the dancers as they moved. You'll find a range of vintage disco balls on 1stDibs.

What were carpet balls used for?

Carpet balls were used to play the game Parlour ball. This Victorian-era indoor game is related to bocce ball or lawn bowling. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique carpet balls from top sellers around the world.

What are ball gowns called?

Ball gowns are sometimes called evening gowns or gowns. It is also technically correct to refer to a ball gown as a dress. However, the term dress can also describe pieces that are more casual than gowns. Shop a range of ball gowns from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

What are antique carpet balls?

Antique carpet balls are stone or ceramic balls decorated in bright colored patterns in specific plaids. They were used as a form of indoor carpet bowling, though now are collected for decorative purposes.

How do ball clocks work?

A rolling ball clock works with an electric motor. Every five or 10 minutes, the top rail will deposit a ball onto the next rail to indicate what minute it is in multiples of five or 10. Every hour, the upper and middle rails reset and one ball is transferred to the bottom rail to indicate the hour. Shop a collection of vintage ball clocks on 1stDibs.

How many balls are in a bagatelle game?

A bagatelle game is played with nine balls. It is similar to billiards and is played with wooden cue sticks. The balls are shot across a table, aiming for certain areas to score points, with the goal being to score the most points to win. Find an array of bagatelle games from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What era is ball and claw furniture?

Ball and claw furniture has been popular through a range of eras. It has been a notable feature of the Queen Anne era and the Rococco period, covering the early to late 1700s. It was also highly popular during the Edwardian period in the early 1900s. Find a collection of ball and claw furniture from various eras on 1stDibs.

Who invented the rolling ball clock?

Although Sir William Congreve patented the design in 1808, Scottish clockmaker Robert Bryson seems to have invented the rolling ball clock. Examples of his work that predate Congreve's patent have been identified by modern-day historians. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of rolling ball clocks.

What wood are bowling balls made of?

Historically, bowling balls were made out of lignum vitae, which is known as the hardest, densest wood. Today, bowling balls are made with more plastic and polyester materials. You can find a collection of vintage and modern bowling balls on 1stDibs.

Are Ball watches Swiss-made?

Yes, Ball watches are Swiss-made. Although the company was founded in the United States, it relocated to La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, in the 20th century. Since then, Swiss artisans have done all the assembly and finishing work. Ball watches also feature Swiss movements and components. Some are made in-house, while others come from other Swiss makers, such as ETA. Explore a range of watches on 1stDibs.

Are Ball watches a luxury brand?

Yes, Ball watches are a luxury brand. Founded in 1891 in Cleveland, Ohio, the company has a long tradition of expertly crafting watches intended to perform reliably in tough conditions. The watchmaker now has its headquarters in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, where it assembles and finishes its watches and produces some of its own movements and components. Ball is particularly well-known for introducing technologies that enhance the durability of its timepieces, such as a protective crown that reduces the risk of the face shattering due to impact. Compared to some other luxury makers, Ball offers its watches at more accessible prices, so some people consider the brand to be entry-level luxury. Explore an assortment of watches on 1stDibs.

Is Conant Ball Furniture still in business?

No, Conant Ball is not still in business as of January 2022. The company closed in 1980. However, the furniture is still popular among collectors. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Conant Ball furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

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Pair of 1950s Paul Frankl Nightstands Lacquered in Farrow & Ball Pavilion Grey

$6,500 / set

Pair of 1950s Paul Frankl Nightstands Lacquered in Farrow & Ball Pavilion Grey

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in Saint Louis, MO

And here we have a lovely pair of Paul Frankl Farrow and Ball Pavilion Grey lacquered nightstands from Frankl's Debonair collection for Johnson Furniture, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Loire by Afsoon Thayer

$950

Loire by Afsoon Thayer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Flower motif painted with Farrow and ball and gold leaf on an original 1800s Napoleon III French Republic legal document.

Category

2010s American Paintings

Materials

Plexiglass, Walnut, Paint, Paper

Voyage by Afsoon Thayer

$950

Voyage by Afsoon Thayer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Flower motif painted with Farrow and ball and gold leaf on an original 1800s Napoleon III French Republic legal document.

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2010s American Paintings

Materials

Plexiglass, Walnut, Paint, Paper

Delphine by Afsoon Thayer

$950

Delphine by Afsoon Thayer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Flower motif painted with Farrow and ball and gold leaf on an original 1800s Napoleon III French Republic legal document.

Category

2010s American Paintings

Materials

Plexiglass, Walnut, Paint, Paper

Lilou by Afsoon Thayer

$950

Lilou by Afsoon Thayer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Flower motif painted with Farrow and ball and gold leaf on an original 1800s Napoleon III French Republic legal document.

Category

2010s American Paintings

Materials

Plexiglass, Walnut, Paint, Paper

1930’s French Rococo Louis XV Style Lacquered Green Vanity Stool

$950

1930’s French Rococo Louis XV Style Lacquered Green Vanity Stool

By Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in Charleston, SC

1930’s French Rococo Louis XV Style Lacquered Green Vanity Stool A beautiful 1930’s vanity stool that has been lacquered in “Danish Lawn” by Farrow and Ball. The finish is a gloss t...

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Vintage 1930s American Rococo Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Sailor Head Table Light signed by French Artist 1940s

$4,200

Sailor Head Table Light signed by French Artist 1940s

Located in Hudson, NY

Sailor Head Table Light $4,200.00 Signed, French, 1940s portrait sculpture head of a sailor / Head is reclaimed and restored, hand-painted in matte Farrow and Ball "Vardo" / Stepped,...

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Antique very large quality painted floor wall full height dressing mirror C1920

$2,580Sale Price|30% Off

Antique very large quality painted floor wall full height dressing mirror C1920

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique very large quality painted (Farrow and Ball Off Black) floor wall full height dressing mirror C1920.

Category

Vintage 1920s Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Wood

A French Louis XVI style Carved Wood Wall Mounted Console Table

$12,500

A French Louis XVI style Carved Wood Wall Mounted Console Table

Located in New York, NY

The table is newly painted in Farrow and Ball Cornforth White. The marble top has an ogee edge and honed finish.

Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Alison GroomWivenhoe Afternoon, Alison Groom, Original Seascape Painting, Impressionist Art, 2020

$1,675

Wivenhoe Afternoon, Alison Groom, Original Seascape Painting, Impressionist Art

By Alison Groom

Located in Deddington, GB

Alison Groom Wivenhoe Afternoon Original Textured Landscape Painting Oil on Textured Acrylic Medium on Board Board Size H 50 cm x W 50cm x D 2.2cm Framed Size H 60cm x W 60cm x D 3.2...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pointillist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Board

Swedish Gustavian Extendable Dining Table Swedish, White Later 20th C 112-180cm

$4,787

Swedish Gustavian Extendable Dining Table Swedish, White Later 20th C 112-180cm

Located in Lewes, England

The table features a repaint in farrow and ball wevet.

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Late 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch

Catherine Ruth ChurchWinter Blossoms, Original Painting, Abstract art, 2025

$2,598

Winter Blossoms, Original Painting, Abstract art

By Catherine Ruth Church

Located in Deddington, GB

I loved using the green greys from Farrow and Ball and mixing it with some golds and dark blues - Winter Blossoms still blooming in the dark!

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Catherine Ruth ChurchWinter Blossoms & Blossoms for August #2, diptych, Original Painting, 2025

$5,060

Winter Blossoms & Blossoms for August #2, diptych, Original Painting

By Catherine Ruth Church

Located in Deddington, GB

I loved using the green greys from Farrow and Ball and mixing it with some golds and dark blues - Winter Blossoms still blooming in the dark!

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Natalie BirdPark Blossom I and Park Blossom II diptych, 2021

$1,422

Park Blossom I and Park Blossom II diptych

By Natalie Bird

Located in Deddington, GB

Mixed media on 420gsm Hannemuhle paper, framed behind non-reflective glass in a farrow and ball hand-painted frame.

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media

Swedish Gustavian Extendable Dining Table Mid-20th Century 8 10-Seat

$8,137

Swedish Gustavian Extendable Dining Table Mid-20th Century 8 10-Seat

Located in Lewes, England

Probable mid/later 20th century and in good structural condition - It has been repainted in Farrow and ball wevet by hand. It has the Classic Gustavian fluted legs and rosettes and ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch

Catherine Ruth ChurchGold Teal Vines 2026, Original Painting, Abstract art, 2025

$2,735

Gold Teal Vines 2026, Original Painting, Abstract art

By Catherine Ruth Church

Located in Deddington, GB

Gold Spots - with pings of teal - Can be bought in a farrow and ball white frame or chocolate brown frame.

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Catherine Ruth ChurchGold Spot Flowers for You #3, Original Painting, Abstract art, 2025

$2,735

Gold Spot Flowers for You #3, Original Painting, Abstract art

By Catherine Ruth Church

Located in Deddington, GB

Gold Spots - with pings of mint green - Can be bought in a farrow and ball white frame or chocolate brown frame.

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Edwin Buttery19th century English riverside landscape with, cows, river and people at Sunset, circa 1880

$2,450

19th century English riverside landscape with, cows, river and people at Sunset

By Edwin Buttery

Located in Woodbury, CT

The painting is framed in a new English Hand made gold and Farrow and Ball painted frame.

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1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Clare HalifaxI is for Iguana by Clare Halifax, Limited edition animal alphabet screen print, 2020

$147

I is for Iguana by Clare Halifax, Limited edition animal alphabet screen print

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, F is for Flamingo, Limited Edition Alphabet Print, Bright Art, 2020

$243

Clare Halifax, F is for Flamingo, Limited Edition Alphabet Print, Bright Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, V is for Viper, Limited Edition Animal Art, Bright Monogram Print, 2020

$147

Clare Halifax, V is for Viper, Limited Edition Animal Art, Bright Monogram Print

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, S is for Sloth, Affordable Art, Animal Art, Chidren's Art, 2020

$216

Clare Halifax, S is for Sloth, Affordable Art, Animal Art, Chidren's Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, Bridge of Sighs Oxford, Contemporary Oxford Art, Cityscape Print, 2020

$385

Clare Halifax, Bridge of Sighs Oxford, Contemporary Oxford Art, Cityscape Print

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, G is for Giraffe, Limited Edition Art, Stamp Art, Animal Art, 2020

$216

Clare Halifax, G is for Giraffe, Limited Edition Art, Stamp Art, Animal Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

1950’s Bachelors Chests/ Tall Nightstands Lacquered in Farrow & Ball “Bamboozle”

$3,600 / set

1950’s Bachelors Chests/ Tall Nightstands Lacquered in Farrow & Ball “Bamboozle”

Located in Charleston, SC

A matching pair of color matched gloss lacquered in Farrow & Ball “Bamboozle” small bachelors Chests or large nightstands.

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

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Harry BensonFrank Sinatra and Mia Farrow at Truman Capote Black and White Ball, 1966

Price Upon Request

Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow at Truman Capote Black and White Ball

By Harry Benson

Located in New York, NY

Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow at Truman Capote's Black and White Ball at the Plaza Hotel, New York, 1966 Archival Pigment Print 24x30 inches Edition of 35 Signed

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1960s Photography

Harry BensonFrank Sinatra and Mia Farrow at Truman Capote's "Black and White" Ball, 1966

Price Upon Request

Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow at Truman Capote's "Black and White" Ball

By Harry Benson

Located in New York, NY

Signed by the photographer

Category

1960s Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Natalie BirdNatalie Bird, Country Lane II, Original Abstract Mixed Media Landscape Painting, 2021

$737

Natalie Bird, Country Lane II, Original Abstract Mixed Media Landscape Painting

By Natalie Bird

Located in Deddington, GB

This artwork is composed of mixed media behind non-reflective glass and comes framed in a hand-painted Farrow and Ball frame. Natalie lives in South West London near Wimbledon and ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

Clare HalifaxE is for Elephant, Clare Halifax, Limited Edition Prints, Alphabet Art, Gift Art, 2020

$147

E is for Elephant, Clare Halifax, Limited Edition Prints, Alphabet Art, Gift Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, K is for Koala, Limited Edition Print, Animal Print, Monogram Art, 2020

$147

Clare Halifax, K is for Koala, Limited Edition Print, Animal Print, Monogram Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, O is for Otter, Limited Edition Animal Print, Contemporary Art, 2020

$147

Clare Halifax, O is for Otter, Limited Edition Animal Print, Contemporary Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, L is for Leopard, Alphabet Art. Limited Edition Art, Bright Art, 2020

$147

Clare Halifax, L is for Leopard, Alphabet Art. Limited Edition Art, Bright Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V and A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow and Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Natalie BirdNatalie Bird, Bright Morning, Original Abstract Expressionist Landscape Art, 2021

$737

Natalie Bird, Bright Morning, Original Abstract Expressionist Landscape Art

By Natalie Bird

Located in Deddington, GB

An abstract landscape composed of mixed media framed under non-reflective glass due to the graphite pencil used, framed in hand-painted farrow and ball frame. Buy this work now onlin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

Natalie BirdNatalie Bird, Spring Hedgerow, Original Abstract Expressionist Landscape Art, 2021

$694

Natalie Bird, Spring Hedgerow, Original Abstract Expressionist Landscape Art

By Natalie Bird

Located in Deddington, GB

Painted on heavyweight Hanemuhle paper 420gsm and framed behind non-reflective glass in a hand painted farrow and ball frame. Natalie gains her inspiration from being outdoors in n...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

'The Muse' Portable Lamp in Plaster Pink by Farrow & Ball for Tala

$315 / item

'The Muse' Portable Lamp in Plaster Pink by Farrow & Ball for Tala

By TALA

Located in Glendale, CA

'The Muse' Portable Lamp in Plaster Pink by Farrow & Ball for Tala Recalling the promise and grandeur of the British pleasure garden, The Muse mixes the classic lantern aestheti...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

'The Muse' Portable Lamp in Selvedge Blue by Farrow & Ball for Tala

$315 / item

'The Muse' Portable Lamp in Selvedge Blue by Farrow & Ball for Tala

By TALA

Located in Glendale, CA

'The Muse' Portable Lamp in Selvedge Blue by Farrow & Ball for Tala Recalling the promise and grandeur of the British pleasure garden, The Muse mixes the classic lantern aesthet...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Natalie BirdNatalie Bird, Summer Bloom, Original Still Life Floral Painting, Affordable Art, 2021

$1,248

Natalie Bird, Summer Bloom, Original Still Life Floral Painting, Affordable Art

By Natalie Bird

Located in Deddington, GB

Mounted onto a board and framed without glass in a hand-painted farrow and ball frame. Natalie lives in South West London near Wimbledon and paints in mixed media, watercolour and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

“Jules” Large 2.5-Seat Sofa in Metallic-Weave Romo “Zinc” Fabric

$3,282

“Jules” Large 2.5-Seat Sofa in Metallic-Weave Romo “Zinc” Fabric

Located in Barrowford, GB

Recently recovered by a private client in an impossibly-soft and tactile, woven Romo “Zinc” fabric (the lighter component colour of this beguiling woven cloth is identical to Farrow ...

Category

2010s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Poltrona Frau "Poppy" 2-Seat Sofa & Armchair - In Buffalo Leather

$6,400 / set

Poltrona Frau "Poppy" 2-Seat Sofa & Armchair - In Buffalo Leather

Located in Barrowford, GB

On offer on this occasion is a small suite of seating capable of being the last you might ever need to buy, it being an ultra-rare "Poppy" 2-seat compact sofa and armchair, all dress...

Category

2010s Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Clare HalifaxCanal Ring, Amsterdam and Cycle City, Amsterdam Diptych, 2021

$991

Canal Ring, Amsterdam and Cycle City, Amsterdam Diptych

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, Pink House and Palm, La Palme, Limited Edition Architecture Print, 2020

$147

Clare Halifax, Pink House and Palm, La Palme, Limited Edition Architecture Print

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow &Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxLiving and Learning in London by Clare Halifax, Limited Edition Cityscape Print, 2020

$428

Living and Learning in London by Clare Halifax, Limited Edition Cityscape Print

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

A Pair of Fanfare Sconces with Flared Pink Hurricane Shades by David Duncan

$10,300 / set

A Pair of Fanfare Sconces with Flared Pink Hurricane Shades by David Duncan

By David Duncan

Located in New York, NY

A pair of hand-carved Fanfare mahogany Georgian-style backplates painted in alternating stripes with Farrow & Ball colors Marmalo and Duster. The pink handblown flared hurricane shad...

Category

2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, Switch Views, London, Cityscape Screenprint, Bright London Art, 2020

$385

Clare Halifax, Switch Views, London, Cityscape Screenprint, Bright London Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, Hello Yellow (Green), Bright Art, Limited Edition Print, Happy, 2020

$242

Clare Halifax, Hello Yellow (Green), Bright Art, Limited Edition Print, Happy

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, K is for Kingfisher, Limited Edition Print, Affordable Art Online, 2020

$116

Clare Halifax, K is for Kingfisher, Limited Edition Print, Affordable Art Online

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxL is for Leopard (small), 2020

$164

L is for Leopard (small)

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxChanging Seasons at St Pauls by Clare Halifax, London Illustration Art, Bright, 2020

$523

Changing Seasons at St Pauls by Clare Halifax, London Illustration Art, Bright

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Futurist Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxTropical Overlook, Barbican By Clare Halifax, Limited edition Botanical Print, 2020

$309

Tropical Overlook, Barbican By Clare Halifax, Limited edition Botanical Print

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, Y is for Yellow Billed Stork, Limited Edition Print, Art Online, 2020

$54

Clare Halifax, Y is for Yellow Billed Stork, Limited Edition Print, Art Online

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, C Is for Canary, Silkscreen Print, Bird Art, Art Online, 2020

$54

Clare Halifax, C Is for Canary, Silkscreen Print, Bird Art, Art Online

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Clare HalifaxClare Halifax, J is for (Blue) Jay, Limited Edition Print, Bird Art, 2020

$54

Clare Halifax, J is for (Blue) Jay, Limited Edition Print, Bird Art

By Clare Halifax

Located in Deddington, GB

Clients have included V&A Museum, ‘Coast’ Magazine, Liberty’s, Tate Online, Farrow & Ball, John Lewis and the Berkley Group. Clare currently resides in London where she continues to ...

Category

2010s Pop Art Animal Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

The Callista brass & Iron Fire Screen by Betzinger Designs Any color any size

$2,500 / item

The Callista brass & Iron Fire Screen by Betzinger Designs Any color any size

Located in Euless, TX

This beautiful & sophisticated design can add Just tell us the color you would like, Ben Moore, Behr, or Farrow & Ball and we will paint the frame in an extremely durable ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass, Iron

Classic Pair of Painted Pine Green Blue Night Stands

$2,240Sale Price / set|20% Off

Classic Pair of Painted Pine Green Blue Night Stands

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Pair of late 20th century Classic style bedside tables night stands updated and painted in Farrow & Ball's "Green Blue" with a strie satin overglaze.

Category

Vintage 1980s Night Stands

Materials

Wood, Pine

The Hernan Brass Fire Screen By Betzinger Designs

$2,500 / item

The Hernan Brass Fire Screen By Betzinger Designs

Located in Euless, TX

Just tell us the color you would like, Ben Moore, Behr, or Farrow & Ball and we will paint the frame in an extremely durable finsh.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass, Iron

Asymmetric Stacked Pedestal Dining Table with Dark Wenge Top

$9,500 / item

Asymmetric Stacked Pedestal Dining Table with Dark Wenge Top

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Built on a solid hardwood core in our Norwalk, CT workshop; lacquer is available in any Benjamin Moore or Farrow & Ball color, and custom dimensions are welcome.

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Wenge

Unusual Haywood Wakefield Wicker Settee and Chair

Unavailable|~~$4,200 / set~~

Unusual Haywood Wakefield Wicker Settee and Chair

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Newly repainted in eggshell Farrow and Ball "James White". No cushions are available.

Category

20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

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What is a Masonic Ball?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Masonic balls, also known as golden globes or cross fobs, are ornate orbs that are imbued with symbolism. They usually open to a cross pendant. They can be used as pendants or pocket watch fobs. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry on 1stDibs today.
What is the significance of the Ball chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
The significance of the Ball chair is that it became an instant commercial success, and its groundbreaking form shook up the modern design world. After its debut at the 1966 International Furniture Fair in Cologne, buyers from 30 countries placed orders for their homes. Celebrities like Sammy Davis Jr. and Grace Kelly were among the early purchasers, as were royal figures like the Shah of Iran. Today, Eero Aarnio Originals makes the Ball chair, and it's featured in movies, magazines and museums all over the planet, even as it appears to have arrived from another solar system. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Eero Aarnio Ball chairs.
What is the Ball Chair made of?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The iconic Ball Chair is made of fiberglass, creating that rounded shape. The interior of a Ball Chair is upholstered in fine fabrics. Originally designed by Finnish furniture designer Eero Aarnio in 1963, this rounded chair is considered a classic display of industrial design. Shop a collection of Ball Chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is inside a disco ball?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The inside of a disco ball is typically a round piece of foam, plastic or aluminum. Disco balls are made by gluing hundreds of tiny reflective pieces, such as mirrors, onto the outside of the ball. You’ll find a variety of fine disco balls and 1970s nostalgia items on 1stDibs.
Are witches balls for kids?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There is no age limit on witches balls; however, they are meant to be ornamental and may not serve as the best toys since they are typically made from glass. A witches ball, similar to a ball ornament, is a hollow glass sphere originally hung in windows to ward off evil spirits in the 17th and 18th century. You can shop a selection of witches balls from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a gazing ball used for?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
Gazing balls are used for decorating gardens. These orbs are generally placed atop a pedestal or wrought iron base. They were believed to bring good luck and ward off evil, but nowadays, they are used just for decorative purposes. Find a collection of antique, new and vintage building and garden elements today on 1stDibs.
What are mirror balls used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mirror balls are used as decorative objects. When light shines against them, they create dazzling reflections. You will sometimes see mirror balls called disco balls because they were common decorations in 1970s discotheques. On 1stDibs, find a range of mirror balls.
Why are they called carpet balls?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Carpet balls are called carpet balls because of their original purpose. When first produced during the 18th century in Scotland, carpet balls were part of a set used to play the Victorian parlor game carpet ball. Find a collection of antique carpet balls on 1stDibs.
What does a disco ball represent?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Today, a disco ball usually represents the 1970s. That's because the discotheques that heavily influenced society, fashion and music during that decade often had a mirrored disco ball mounted on the ceiling. Its purpose was to cast reflections down onto the dancers as they moved. You'll find a range of vintage disco balls on 1stDibs.
What were carpet balls used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Carpet balls were used to play the game Parlour ball. This Victorian-era indoor game is related to bocce ball or lawn bowling. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique carpet balls from top sellers around the world.
What are ball gowns called?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Ball gowns are sometimes called evening gowns or gowns. It is also technically correct to refer to a ball gown as a dress. However, the term dress can also describe pieces that are more casual than gowns. Shop a range of ball gowns from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
What are antique carpet balls?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Antique carpet balls are stone or ceramic balls decorated in bright colored patterns in specific plaids. They were used as a form of indoor carpet bowling, though now are collected for decorative purposes.
How do ball clocks work?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A rolling ball clock works with an electric motor. Every five or 10 minutes, the top rail will deposit a ball onto the next rail to indicate what minute it is in multiples of five or 10. Every hour, the upper and middle rails reset and one ball is transferred to the bottom rail to indicate the hour. Shop a collection of vintage ball clocks on 1stDibs.
How many balls are in a bagatelle game?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A bagatelle game is played with nine balls. It is similar to billiards and is played with wooden cue sticks. The balls are shot across a table, aiming for certain areas to score points, with the goal being to score the most points to win. Find an array of bagatelle games from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What era is ball and claw furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Ball and claw furniture has been popular through a range of eras. It has been a notable feature of the Queen Anne era and the Rococco period, covering the early to late 1700s. It was also highly popular during the Edwardian period in the early 1900s. Find a collection of ball and claw furniture from various eras on 1stDibs.
Who invented the rolling ball clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Although Sir William Congreve patented the design in 1808, Scottish clockmaker Robert Bryson seems to have invented the rolling ball clock. Examples of his work that predate Congreve's patent have been identified by modern-day historians. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of rolling ball clocks.
What wood are bowling balls made of?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Historically, bowling balls were made out of lignum vitae, which is known as the hardest, densest wood. Today, bowling balls are made with more plastic and polyester materials. You can find a collection of vintage and modern bowling balls on 1stDibs.
Are Ball watches Swiss-made?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
Yes, Ball watches are Swiss-made. Although the company was founded in the United States, it relocated to La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, in the 20th century. Since then, Swiss artisans have done all the assembly and finishing work. Ball watches also feature Swiss movements and components. Some are made in-house, while others come from other Swiss makers, such as ETA. Explore a range of watches on 1stDibs.
Are Ball watches a luxury brand?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
Yes, Ball watches are a luxury brand. Founded in 1891 in Cleveland, Ohio, the company has a long tradition of expertly crafting watches intended to perform reliably in tough conditions. The watchmaker now has its headquarters in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, where it assembles and finishes its watches and produces some of its own movements and components. Ball is particularly well-known for introducing technologies that enhance the durability of its timepieces, such as a protective crown that reduces the risk of the face shattering due to impact. Compared to some other luxury makers, Ball offers its watches at more accessible prices, so some people consider the brand to be entry-level luxury. Explore an assortment of watches on 1stDibs.
Is Conant Ball Furniture still in business?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
No, Conant Ball is not still in business as of January 2022. The company closed in 1980. However, the furniture is still popular among collectors. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Conant Ball furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.