Question 1

What is a spit jack?

Accepted Answer

A spit jack, sometimes referred to as a roasting jack or turnspit, is a type of rotisserie. A spit jack is also a common silhouette used for French-style chandeliers as a functional aesthetic, typically crafted with iron and designed to hold candlesticks. Shop a selection of spit jack chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 2

Who makes jack-in-the-pulpit vases?

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Many designers make and have made jack-in-the-pulpit vases. The stained glass artisan Louis Comfort Tiffany is particularly well known for producing the decorative objects around the turn of the 20th century. However, Stevens and Williams Glass produced earlier versions during the 1850s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of jack-in-the-pulpit vases.

Question 3

When was Judith Jack jewelry made?

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Judith Jack jewelry was first made during the mid-to-late 20th century. Judith and Jack Rosenberg founded the jewelry maker in 1969. In 2001, the company was sold to the Jones Group and hasn't been an active brand since. During its heyday, Judith Jack was best known for its sterling silver marcasite jewelry inspired by the Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Judith Jack jewelry.

Question 4

What is an apothecary box?

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An apothecary box is a type of small cupboard or trunk formerly used by pharmacists and physicians to store medicines and tools in the many small compartments and drawers. Today, apothecary boxes are popular in homes as antique or rustic-looking decorative objects. Shop a range of antique and vintage apothecary cabinets on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is a bentwood box?

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A bentwood box is a traditionally crafted style of a box from a single piece of wood that has been steamed and bent to form a box. Three of its four corners are bent at a 90-degree angle, with the fourth corner pinned, stitched, or glued in place. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary bentwood boxes from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What is a shadow box?

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A shadow box is a shallow enclosed case, usually with a glass front, in which something, often a sentimental object, is set for protection and display.

Question 7

What is a firewood box?

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A firewood box is a storage container designed to hold firewood. Normally, people place the boxes next to the fireplace to keep wood within easy reach. Wood and metal are the materials most frequently used to produce the boxes. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage firewood boxes.

Question 8

What is a book box?

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A book box is a small box that plays a trick on the eye. On the outside, it is painted to look like a book, but on the inside is a carved out interior, meant to store your trinkets and wares. On 1stDibs, find a collection of book boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 9

What is a blanket box?

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A blanket box refers to a piece of storage furniture that is primarily used to store blankets and quilts. Find a collection of antique and vintage blanket boxes on 1stDibs today.

Question 10

What is a camphor box?

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Camphor boxes are storage boxes traditionally used to transport precious items like silk, porcelain and tea from China to Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. Camphor wood served as the material for these highly decorative boxes because it was durable and naturally repellent to moths and other pests. Find a selection of camphor boxes on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is a lacquerware box?

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A lacquerware box is a box that has been coated in lacquer to give it a distinctive decorative look. The material underneath the lacquer can vary and can be decorated with carving or painting as well. Shop a collection of lacquerware boxes from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What is a smoking box?

Accepted Answer

Also known as a smoking cloche, a smoking box is a glass domed lid that covers a wooden plate. It’s used to give cocktails a smokey flavor.

Question 13

What are lacquer boxes?

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Lacquer boxes are 20th century Russian boxes. The boxes feature miniature paintings and are not made out of wood as appears, but are crafted from papier-mâché instead. Shop a collection of lacquer boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 14

What is a vinaigrette box?

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A vinaigrette box is a small metal container (usually silver) with a perforated top. People typically keep strong-smelling substances like vinegar in vinaigrette boxes. They were popular in the 18th century.

Question 15

What is a drawing box?

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A drawing box is set which has a collection of various instruments required for drawing purposes. It comes in various sizes based on the number of instruments packed. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of drawing boxes ranging from the 1930s to 20th century.

Question 16

What is a Cloisonné box?

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Cloisonné is an ancient metalworking technique that creates a decorative design with enamels by the use of wire and metal strips. A Cloisonné box would be decorated in this process and used to store items like jewelry or other trinkets. Shop a collection of Cloisonné boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What is a coffer box?

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A coffer box is a wooden box that is covered in leather, studded nails, and has carrying handles on the side. It was used in the Middle ages to carry clothes, valuables, and other goods. Find a collection of antique and vintage wooden furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 18

What is a pantry box?

Accepted Answer

A pantry box was used commonly in the 19th century to store dry items like sugar, cereals, and spices in the pantry. It is now primarily utilized as a decorative object. It was quite popular since it had handles and could be used to transport products to and from the market. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary pantry boxes from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is a needlework box?

Accepted Answer

A needlework box, or sewing box, is a storage box that has bins and compartments designed specifically for holding needles, threads and other accessories for sewing and needlepoint. Many manufacturers produce them out of wood, but some are fabric or plastic. Shop a selection of sewing boxes on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What is a Battersea box?

Accepted Answer

A Battersea box is part of the wider umbrella of Battersea enamelware, a kind of painted enamelware produced in England in the mid-18th century. Considered to be of incredibly high quality, pristine examples of this enamelware are highly sought after by collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Battersea enamelware from some of the world’s top sellers.

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