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Hand in Hand - Wood Stools Set
Located in Giza Governorate, EG
. Throughout the years, they remained together “hand in Hand”, they continued to build their story.
Category

2010s Egyptian Stools

Materials

Wood

Hand in Hand - Wood Stools Set
Hand in Hand - Wood Stools Set
H 17.72 in W 24.22 in D 16.93 in
William Hands Orion Sofa Tan Brown Leather Office Captains Armchair
By William Hands
Located in GB
leather has all been deep cleaned, hand condition waxed and hand polished from top to bottom. The chairs
Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Ceramic Scroll Luminaires maker: Olivia Barry / By Hand
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
The Scroll Luminaires are Ceramic Table Lamps, made by Olivia Barry, by hand. The folded shape of
Category

2010s American Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade Wheel-thrown Large Lamp pair Textured deco by Olivia Barry / By Hand
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
“Spool” Tall Wheel-Thrown Table Lamp Pair / 11" High / Sold as Pair DESCRIPTION: A One-Off Pair. The base shown on the right is 1/2” taller. Wheel-Thrown, then altered, this is from...
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware

Illuminated Leaf Ceramic Sconce / by Olivia Barry / by Hand (14" Wide)
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Illuminated Leaf is a ceramic wall sculpture and sconce made by Olivia Barry by Hand. The folded
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Illuminated Leaf Ceramic Sconce / Large / by Olivia Barry / by Hand (19" Wide)
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Illuminated Leaf is a ceramic wall sculpture and sconce made by Olivia Barry by Hand. The folded
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Artwork by Olivia Barry / by Hand: "Dapple Grey", Glazed Ceramic Art Painting
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This is a “Clay Painting”, created by Olivia Barry / By Hand. Using large hand-rolled ceramic
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Ceramic

Birdcage Stoneware Pendant Lamp Pair by Olivia Barry / By Hand Eclectic Mix
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
A One-Off or Prototype from the Project Archives, the Birdcage Lamp is created from high-fired stoneware in the style of a Giacometti sculpture. It can hang, or rest on a surface. 3'...
Category

2010s American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stoneware

Handmade Tall Wheel-thrown Large Lamp by Olivia Barry / By Hand - 18" tall
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Hand This was a prototype for another project and thus is offered at a reduced price than typical
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Handmade Tall Wheel-thrown Large Lamp by Olivia Barry / By Hand - 18" tall
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Hand This was a prototype for another project and thus is offered at reduced price than typical retail
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
By Made in Milano
Located in Milano, IT
NU is a Coffee table handmade in Italy of Rosso Verona Marble. Strong, sturdy and quite charming. Nu can be anything you want. Nu can create benches, tables, planters, shelves and ma...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
By Made in Milano
Located in Milano, IT
NU is Coffee table handmade in Italy of Marble Verde Alpi. Strong, sturdy and quite charming. Nu can be anything you want. Nu can create benches, tables, planters, shelves and may fi...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
By Made in Milano
Located in Milano, IT
NU is a coffee table handmade in Italy of White Roman open-pore. Strong, sturdy and quite charming. Nu can be anything you want. Nu can create benches, tables, planters, shelves and ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble, Brass

NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
NU - Hand made Coffeetable in Marble and Brass
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Venice Blown Striped Glass Vases Set 'Lukovki'
By Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
Soffieria for Hands on Design.
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Venice Blown Glass Striped Vase 'Ent L'
By Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
studio (Dominoni-Quaquaro) and masterfully blown in Venice by Soffieria for Hands on Design. Ent L
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Refined Handwoven Wicker and Porcelain Covered Tray 'Pergola S' Made in Italy
By Bottega Intreccio, Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
Shiina+Nardi Design for Hands on Design
Category

2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Leather, Porcelain, Wicker

Refined Handwoven Wicker and Handmade Ceramic Tray 'Pergola L' Made in Italy
By Bottega Intreccio, Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
Shiina+Nardi Design for Hands on Design.
Category

2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Leather, Wicker, Porcelain

Celestial Cluster 240x300 cm Natural Camel Natural Gray Hand Tufted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
natural camel and natural gray is a soothing blend that adds a touch of comfort to the cosmic allure. Hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs

Materials

Wool

Wall panel scagliola artwork engraved by hand in Italy by Cupioli available
By Cupioli made in Italy
Located in Rimini, IT
This is an artwall handmade by our skilled craftmanship, manufactured using a special technique of engraving on a selenite background. The artist plays with light and dark graffiti ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Adam Style Decorative Art

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Scagliola

Turned Wood Vase 'Tomahawk C' Made in Italy
By Hands On Design, Lorenzo Franceschinis
Located in Milan, IT
three different shapes, designed by the Italian design studio DesignLibero; each piece is made by hand
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Wood

Turned Wood Vase 'Tomahawk A' Made in Italy
By Hands On Design, Lorenzo Franceschinis
Located in Milan, IT
three different shapes, designed by the Italian design studio DesignLibero; each piece is made by hand
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Wood

Turned Wood Vase 'Tomahawk B' Made in Italy
By Hands On Design, Lorenzo Franceschinis
Located in Milan, IT
three different shapes, designed by the Italian design studio DesignLibero; each piece is made by hand
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Wood

Turned Wood Sculptural Vase 'Anni L' Made in Italy
By Hands On Design, Lorenzo Franceschinis
Located in Milan, IT
This cypress wood vase is designed by Massimo Barbierato and handmade for Hands on Design by
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Wood

Turned Wood Plate and Bowls Three Pieces Set 'Coral' Made in Italy
By Hands On Design, Lorenzo Franceschinis
Located in Milan, IT
Hands on Design by Lorenzo Franceschinis, a talented artistic turner. You can use coral to present and
Category

2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Walnut

Large Oval Beveled Mirror, Hand Carved & Hand-Cut in Lilac
Located in Malibu, CA
Vintage hand cut beveled oval mirror featuring a hardwood frame topped with a hand-carved crown of
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Hardwood

"December Moon", Metallic Glazed Ceramic Wall Art Piece
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This is a “Clay Painting”, created by Olivia Barry / By Hand. Black tinted clay with raised
Category

2010s American Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Venice Blown Contemporary Glass Vase 'Dervish Big'
By Hands On Design, kanz
Located in Milan, IT
, masterfully blown in Venice by Soffieria for Hands on Design. Designed by KANZ Architetti this piece is made
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Venice Blown Contemporary Glass Vase 'Dervish'
By Hands On Design, kanz
Located in Milan, IT
, masterfully blown in Venice by Soffieria for Hands on Design. Designed by KANZ Architetti this piece is made
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Venice Blown Two Pieces Glass Vase 'Twist'
By Hands On Design, kanz
Located in Milan, IT
bouquet. Twist vase is masterfully blown in Venice by Soffieria for Hands on Design and designed by KANZ
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Venice Blown Unique Glass Vase 'Obakè'
By Hands On Design, kanz
Located in Milan, IT
Soffieria for Hands on Design.
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Venice Blown Unique Glass Vase 'Obakè'
Venice Blown Unique Glass Vase 'Obakè'
H 11.42 in W 6.7 in D 6.3 in
Venice Blown Contemporary Smooth and Striped Glass Vase 'Innesti Flower'
By Hands On Design, Gumdesign
Located in Milan, IT
Soffieria for Hands on Design. Designed by GumDesign this piece is characterized by the contrast between
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

“Elka” Wheel-Thrown Oval Stoneware Table Lamp / Wheel-Thrown & Altered
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
DESCRIPTION: A One-Off from my studio. This is a handmade lamp base, wheel-thrown and altered to an oval shape. Shade Included 2018 DIMENSIONS:  14” Height (to top of shade) x 8" ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Venice Blown Contemporary Smooth and Striped Glass Minimal Container 'Innesti S'
By Gumdesign, Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
Innesti S is a container in borosilicate glass masterfully blown in Venice by Soffieria for Hands
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2010s Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass

Venice Blown Contemporary Smooth and Striped Glass Minimal Container 'Innesti L'
By Gumdesign, Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
Innesti L is a container in borosilicate glass masterfully blown in Venice by Soffieria for Hands
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2010s Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass

Venice Blown Contemporary Clear Glass Bud Vase 'Dervish Mini'
By kanz, Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
Dervish mini is a bud vase masterfully blown in Venice by Soffieria for Hands on Design. Designed
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Ceramic Wall Sculpture: 'Leaf' PAIR OF TWO / By Olivia Barry
By Olivia Barry / By Hand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
DESCRIPTION: A PAIR OF LEAF WALL SCULPTURES, IDENTICAL 2023 DIMENSIONS: 12” Height, 19” Width, 4” Depth CLAY BODY: White Earthenware GLAZE: Matte White HARDWARE: Simple Mounting Brac...
Category

2010s North American Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Copper Metallic Hand Guilded Botanical Wallpaper, Made by Hand in Uk
By Custhom
Located in London, GB
composition in copper, using CUSTHOM’s hand foiled finish. The repeating pattern fills the space with
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2010s English Modern Wallpaper

Materials

Paper

Lavender Creme, Hand-Poured Soap, Erode Series by UMÉ Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
Creamy, rich and uplifting Brazilian clay / goatmilk / indigo leaf Hand-poured in Pinole Valley
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2010s American Minimalist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Artist’s Stool in Hand Carved Walnut
By Andrew Brant Studios
Located in Santa Fe, NM
stool is hand carved to be organic, warm, and inviting in the modern home. Inspired a traumatic year
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Walnut

"Fortress in Oasis" Canvas Hand Painting
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
"Fortress in an oasis" vintage canvas hand painted by an Italian artist after a trip to Morocco: he
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"Fortress in Oasis" Canvas Hand Painting
"Fortress in Oasis" Canvas Hand Painting
H 39.38 in W 31.89 in D 0.08 in
Meltix a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
textures. The carpets in the Hands Antonym collection are hand tufted with the finest botanical silk and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Bloombell a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
textures. The carpets in the Hands Antonym collection are hand tufted with the finest botanical silk and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Hand Carpet, Hand Knotted in Wool and Recycled Fabrics, Lorenzo Damiani
By Lorenzo Damiani
Located in Milan, Lombardy
An iconic image, the Hand, reinterpreted by Lorenzo Damiani that symbolizes a help request from the
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2010s Nepalese Modern Indian Rugs

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Fabric, Wool

Figural Upturned Hands Sculpture Titled "The Future Is in Your Hands"
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic piece has been given the title of "The Future is in Your Hands" and it will
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Hand Sculpture
Located in Richmond, VA
Oversized iron sculpture in the shape of a hand. Perfect for jewelry keeping, part of a table scape
Category

20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Hand Sculpture
Hand Sculpture
H 4 in W 7.5 in D 8.5 in
Pair Of Antique Wine Glasses, Hand-Carved, 1900s, France, 22 cm
Located in Greven, DE
A beautiful pair of antique wine glasses with decorative hand-carved design. Beautiful green
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Turned Wood Pine Vase 'Alberi Tall' Made in Italy
By Hands On Design, Lorenzo Franceschinis, Gumdesign
Located in Milan, IT
This pine wood vase is designed by the Italian studio Gumdesign and handmade for Hands on Design by
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Wood

Hand Forged Steel Fireplace Screen Hand-Made in Chicago Special Order Available
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Custom Hand-Made in Chicago a Scrolling Fireplace Screen, in a style between
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Steel

Hand Carved and Hand Painted Pergolessi Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand Carved and Antique Hand Painted Finish with Gilded Detailing, Top of Chair foliated with
Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Wood

ADONIA Hand Knotted Transitional Rug in Mustard & Beige Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
stands out as quintessentially opulent and magnificent. Designed by Hands In-house Design Team. Hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Other Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

ARABELLA Hand Knotted Transitional Rug in Blue & Olive Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
stands out as quintessentially opulent and magnificent. Designed by Hands In-house Design Team. Hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Other Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

RUHETTA Hand Knotted Traditional Silk Rug in Grey Colour by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
‘ the art of inspired originality’, the real talking point of this hand knotted designer carpet
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Other Indian Rugs

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Silk, Bamboo

Coffee Table in Hand Forged Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand wrought iron low table, France, 1960s This french coffee table has a gorgeous constuction
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Iron

Coffee Table in Hand Forged Iron
Coffee Table in Hand Forged Iron
H 16.93 in W 40.16 in D 24.81 in
Standing Leopard Sculpture in Hand Painted Porcelain
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture leopard all in hand painted porcelain with brass details on base.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

In My Hands Sculpture
By Leonardo Bossio
Located in Milan, IT
A masterpiece of modern art, this stunning handcrafted sculpture of a head exudes dynamic visual energy and modern aesthetic sensibility. Crafted of white plaster, the piece features...
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2010s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

In My Hands Sculpture
H 7.88 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Rosetwirl a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk & Wool by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
textures. The carpets in the Hands Antonym collection are hand tufted with the finest botanical silk and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Geomiter a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk & Wool by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
textures. The carpets in the Hands Antonym collection are hand tufted with the finest botanical silk and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Isoline a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk & Wool by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
textures. The carpets in the Hands Antonym collection are hand tufted with the finest botanical silk and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

ROCOCO Hand Carved Gray Baroque Chair or Throne in Solid Wood - Hand Carved
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
meticulously crafted by hand, ensuring a level of craftsmanship that is unparalleled. Immerse yourself in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Wonderland a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk & Wool by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
textures. The carpets in the Hands Antonym collection are hand tufted with the finest botanical silk and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

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Hand In Hand For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic hand in hand available at 1stDibs. A hand in hand — often made from fabric, wood and metal — can elevate any home. Find 280277 options for an antique or vintage hand in hand now, or shop our selection of 120010 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a hand in hand — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A hand in hand, designed in the modern, mid-century modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made hand in hand over the years, but those crafted by Rug & Kilim, Berber Tribes of Morocco and Mehraban Rugs are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Hand In Hand?

A hand in hand can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,503, while the lowest priced sells for $0 and the highest can go for as much as $4,000,000.
Questions About Hand In Hand
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hand hooked rug is handmade using a hook device. As a result they have small knots of hooked wool, differing from hand-knotted or hand-tufted rugs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, each and every Fornasetti design is hand made and hand painted. The colors are expertly applied by painters, ensuring no two items are alike. You’ll find a variety of Fornasetti designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A hand mirror is usually called exactly that — a hand mirror. It’s a small and portable mirror that can be held in hand and carried around conveniently in a purse or bag. Some hand mirrors are considered valuable collectibles and can be quite expensive, depending on the design and period. Find a collection of antique and vintage hand mirrors on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can wear bracelets on either wrist, but most people prefer to wear bracelets on their non-dominant hand so that the bracelets don't get in the way of doing things like writing.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Viking Glass is hand-made. In 1940, the high-end glass company focused on quality Swedish Modern hand-made pieces, celebrated for their vibrant colors. You can shop a selection of Viking Glass pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Heath Ceramics are hand-thrown. Founded in 1911 by Edith Heath, Heath Ceramics is known for its handcrafted ceramics tableware and architectural tile. In 1947, Heath expanded her production to her apprentices, who continued to hand-throw her namesake pieces. Shop a selection of authentic Heath Ceramics on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Hand-woven rugs are called ‘flatweaves’. Because they are woven, the front and back look the same, making the rug reversible. There are also no piles or knots. Shop a collection of flatweave rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex watch’s second hand moves mechanically with precision, appearing to sweep the face smoothly without pause or interruption. It takes a very keen eye to spot the eight, slight tick-tock adjustments it makes each second. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Partially. Breguet watches are crafted both by hand and by machine. The process is unique to each kind of watch, though much of the finishing of each timepiece is done by hand by Swiss-bases artisans. Browse a collection of authentic Breguet watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese hand fan is sometimes called a rigid or fixed fan. It refers to a folding fan that became popular during the Ming Dynasty and was often crafted with fine materials, such as ivory, bone or pearl, with paper or fabric coverings decorated with intricate designs. You’ll find a selection of Chinese hand fans on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, Chanel bags are hand-sewn in some places. Artisans work by hand when completing some steps in the crafting process, such as sewing on embellishments and tightening closures. However, much of the stitching used to construct the bag is done by high-precision machines and then carefully inspected by artisans. Find a selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    There are many types of handheld fans – it is a matter of preference. A handheld fan has a flat surface and is used to create airflow by waving it back and forth Typically, these are paper folding fans with slats that may be closed when not in use. They can also be made from quills or feathers. Choose from an assortment of handheld fans on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rings on the right hand are generally associated with love and creativity. In most Western cultures, rings worn on the left hand indicate that the wearer is married.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In pottery, hand-thrown means that an artisan produced it by hand using a certain technique. Specifically, the crafter used a potter's wheel to turn the piece and then used their hands or tools to shape the clay. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique and vintage pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A hand-tufted wool rug is a hand-made rug using a hand-operated tool. Strands of wool are punched into a canvas that is further stretched on a frame. Then it is removed from the frame and scrim fabric is glued to the back to hold the tufts in place. Find a wide range of antique and vintage rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a plate is hand-painted, examine it closely and inspect the painting with a magnifier. If the design is hand-painted, there are bound to be irregularities in at least a few places. Transfer prints will look much more uniform. Feel the plate's surface to see if you can detect areas with more texture — an indication of hand painting. Shop a wide collection of hand-painted plates from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to tell if you have a hand-blown glass vase is to locate the pontil mark. The pontil mark is a scar commonly found on the bottom of the piece where the pontil was broken off of the vase. An absence of this scar may indicate your vase was mold-blown. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary blown glass vases from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, hand-hooked rugs are durable. Thanks to its wool content, hand-hooked rugs are known for being soft and supple yet durable and stain-resistant. Maintaining a hand-hook rug is fairly easy. To keep your rug looking its best, vacuum it for day-to-day cleaning and spot or deep clean it occasionally. Shop a collection of hand-hooked rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.