Question 1

What is a Martha Washington chair?

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From the 18th century, a Martha Washington chair features a high back, no arms and an upholstered seat and back. The chair’s frame was usually crafted from mahogany. Shop a collection of antique Martha Washington chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 2

Why is it called a Martha Washington sewing cabinet?

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Martha Washington sewing cabinets were named after Martha Washington, George Washington’s wife. They were created long after she had already passed away, but were named such because she was said to have had a cabinet that she sat and sewed at. Take a look at a variety of Martha Washington sewing cabinets from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 3

Who is George Mulhauser?

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George Mulhauser was a furniture designer. He is best known for designing a chair called Mr. Chair, a luxurious reclining mid-century modern lounge chair for Plycraft made from a single sheet of plywood. Other famous designs by Mulhauser include the Coconut chair and the Origami chair. Shop a range of George Mulhauser furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 4

Who is Georg Jensen?

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Georg Jensen was a designer born in the small town of Radvaad, Denmark. He trained as a goldsmith, studied sculpture, trained with master silversmith Mogens Ballin and eventually established his own silver business in Copenhagen in 1904.For over a century, Jensen’s eponymous firm has produced some of the finest objects in Scandinavian modern design, including silver tableware, serving pieces, home decor, jewelry and more, frequently partnering with leading artisans to expand its offerings and respond to shifting tastes.Find exquisite Georg Jensen jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is George Nakashima known for?

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George Nakashima is perhaps best known for developing the butterfly joint. This construction method involves connecting pieces with a third piece of wood shaped like a butterfly. The joint forms a strong, sturdy connection and stabilizes pieces to fight the effects of wood expansion. On 1stDibs, shop a range of George Nakashima furniture.

Question 6

What is Georges Braque known for?

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Georges Braque is known for being one of the leading artists in both the Fauve and Cubist art movements of the early 20th century. The French artist produced paintings, collages, prints and sculptures. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Georges Braque art.

Question 7

What is Georges Seurat famous for?

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Georges Seurat is famous for his work as an artist. The French painter helped pioneer Pointillism, a style of art where tiny dots of color form a complete composition when viewed from afar. One of the best-known examples of Pointillism is Seurat's painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, which he worked on from 1884 to 1886. Shop a range of fine art on 1stDibs.

Question 8

Who painted George Washington?

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A few artists painted George Washington. However, painter Gilbert Stuart arguably produced the most well-known portrait of the first American president in 1796. Another famous portrayal of Washington is Washington Crossing the Delaware, painted by Emanuel Leutze in 1851, decades after Washington's death. During his lifetime, Washington also sat for the artists Charles Willson Peale, Joseph Wright, William Dunlap, Robert Edge Pine, John Ramage, John Trumbull, William Williams, Adolf Ulrik Wertmüller and James Sharples. Explore a large collection of American art on 1stDibs.

Question 9

Why is George Nelson famous?

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George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 10

Was Georges Braque a Surrealist?

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No, Georges Braque was not a Surrealist. Influenced by Henri Matisse, Braque's early works display the bright colors and emotional symbolism common to Fauvist art. Later in his career, the French artist worked primarily in Cubism alongside his contemporary Pablo Picasso. Shop a selection of Georges Braque art on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What did George Nelson make?

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George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.

Question 12

Where is Georg Jensen made?

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Georg Jensen products are made in Copenhagen (Denmark), Hjørring (Denmark) and Chiang Mai (Thailand). For over a century, Georg Jensen has produced some of the finest objects in Scandinavian modern design, including silver tableware, serving pieces, home decor, jewelry and more, frequently partnering with leading artisans to expand its offerings and respond to shifting tastes.Find antique Georg Jensen jewelry and other other items on 1stDibs.

Question 13

Where can I buy Georg Jensen?

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You can buy Georg Jensen directly from the brand on their official website and many reputable online platforms, including 1stDibs. In addition, more than 1,100 brick-and-mortar retailers carry Georg Jensen jewelry, silverware and home decor. You'll find a large selection of Georg Jensen on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Was George Grosz an Expressionist?

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Yes, George Grosz was an Expressionist. Born in Berlin, the artist was a major figure in the city’s Dada movement and was pivotal in the development of photomontage. He also became known for his caricatures in the wake of World War I, particularly those that were anti-war and addressed social corruption. He began working in an Expressionist style around this same time, a style he continued to engage with until his death in 1959. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of George Grosz art.

Question 15

What did Georges Rouault depict?

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After meeting and being influenced by Catholic writer Léon Bloy, Georges Rouault sought to depict the tragedy of the human condition in his work. You can shop a selection of Georges Rouault’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 16

How do I pronounce Georges Rouault?

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To pronounce Georges Rouault, say "JOR-juh ROO-oh." The Fauvist and Expressionist painter was born in Paris, France, and his name is of French origin. Find a variety of Georges Rouault art on 1stDibs.

Question 17

How do I pronounce Georg Jensen?

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To pronounce Georg Jensen, say "GAY-org JEN-sin." In Jensen’s native Denmark, the designer's name is pronounced “GI-yo YEN-sen” (the “G” sound is hard, as it is with “give” or “gum”).Georg Jensen was a designer born in the small town of Radvaad, Denmark. He trained as a goldsmith, studied sculpture, trained with master silversmith Mogens Ballin and eventually established his own internationally celebrated silver business in Copenhagen in 1904.Find antique Georg Jensen jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 18

How do I identify George Nakashima furniture?

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To identify George Nakashima furniture, start by looking for the name of the original client written in black marker. He usually wrote the name on the underside of a piece of furniture. Order cards and shop drawings can also help authenticate his work. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted George Nakashima furniture.

Question 19

Did George Nakashima stamp his work?

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No, George Nakashima didn’t usually sign the majority of his works. Instead, he normally added the name of the client to the timber selected to start the project. The writing usually appears in simple black marker. ​​On 1stDibs, find a variety of George Nakashima furniture.

Question 20

What type of artist was George Grosz?

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George Grosz was a German artist best known for his character drawings and his paintings of Berlin in the 1920s. His work was often very critical of the politics of the day and German society. In the 1930s, Grosz immigrated to the United States and gave up the style he had previously been known for and began teaching. Shop a selection of George Grosz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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