Question 1

What makes a good speaker cabinet?

Accepted Answer

A good speaker cabinet offers clear and balanced sound from your audio equipment, with consistent amplification and minimal distortion noise from the speakers. Good speaker cabinets are generally made of high-quality wood, such as pine, oak and birch plywood. Shop a range of antique and vintage speaker cabinets on 1stDibs.

Question 2

Who makes Tabis?

Accepted Answer

Tabi are traditional Japanese divided socks designed to be made with thonged footwear and manufactured by many different companies. Tabis or Tabi shoes by Maison Margiela have become a popular footwear shape that takes its inspiration from the tabi sock and features a split toe box. Shop a collection of Tabi shoes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 3

Who makes Broyhill?

Accepted Answer

Broyhill Furniture was purchased by Interco, Inc. in 1980 and still owns the brand today. Interco has undergone financial difficulties and is currently called Furniture Brands International. Despite their parent company’s financial woes, Broyhill Furniture has done quite well through the years. Shop a collection of Broyhill furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What do artisans make?

Accepted Answer

Artisans make a wide variety of goods. Generally, craftspeople who use their hands to produce items are thought of as artisans. Some examples of artisan-crafted goods include pottery, stained glass, blown glass, rugs, jewelry, blankets, ornamental objects, floral arrangements and furniture. Find a large collection of artisan-crafted decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Who makes Vitra?

Accepted Answer

Vitra is a furniture design company that was founded in 1950 by Willi and Erika Fehlbaum. Today, Vitra products are designed in collaboration with independent designers, architects and graphic artists and manufactured by the company. Shop a collection of Vitra furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What does Alessi make?

Accepted Answer

Alessi makes housewares, kitchen wares and gifts. The luxury Italian brand offers all the essentials for setting an attractive table, from dinnerware to cutlery to serveware. For the kitchen, Alessi's product lineup includes kettles, coffee makers, storage solutions, tools, knives and appliances. In addition, Alessi manufactures home decor, furniture, holiday decorations, desk accessories, bathroom accessories, wall clocks, home fragrances and pet bowls. Find a large collection of Alessi pieces on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What makes a watch antique?

Accepted Answer

What makes a watch antique is its age. A watch must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique. Watches that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage, while newer ones are contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique watches.

Question 8

Who makes Swiss watches?

Accepted Answer

Many companies make Swiss watches. The term “Swiss watch” can refer to any timepiece made in Switzerland. Among the hundreds of watchmakers who manufacture timepieces in the country are Angelus, Arnold & Son, Audemars Piguet, Baume & Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Breguet, Chopard, EBEL, Frederique Constant, Girard-Perregaux, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaquet-Droz, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, Montblanc, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Piaget, Richard Mille, Roger Dubuis, Rolex, Swatch, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Ulysse Nardin, Vacheron Constantin and Zenith. Keep in mind that the term "Swiss-made" is not the same as "Swiss." To be considered Swiss-made, a watch must meet standards set forth by the Swiss government. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Swiss watches.

Question 9

Does Rolex make furniture?

Accepted Answer

No, Rolex does not make furniture. There is a Rolex Furniture Company, but it is not the same as the watchmaker Rolex. Rolex Furniture is based in Mumbai, India, and the watchmaker Rolex has its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. There is no affiliation or link between the two companies. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of Rolex watches.

Question 10

What makes a rug a Kilim?

Accepted Answer

Kilim rugs are identified by their flat weaving technique using two sets of wool ropes. The rugs also have no pile because of this hand-woven technique. You’ll find a variety of Kilim rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What makes a painting Rococo?

Accepted Answer

Rococo paintings are typically characterized by soft hues and curving lines. The Rococo style in art drew on qualities that appeared during the Baroque era and it emerged in early 18th-century Paris. The imagery associated with Rococo paintings is lighthearted, and painters working in this style depicted highly detailed images of love and nature, frequently blending reality and fantasy. Shop a variety of Rococo paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What makes a photo a portrait?

Accepted Answer

For a photo to be a portrait, it should say something about the person whom you are photographing or painting. It should portray a person without using words to describe them. Visit 1stDibs for a range of picture-perfect portraits and other photography.

Question 13

What makes art valuable?

Accepted Answer

A few things make art valuable. The technical skill that goes into producing a work contributes to its value, as do its aesthetic qualities, such as its composition, visual appeal and colors. Pieces that have some historical significance due to their subject or history of ownership tend to fetch higher prices. The importance and level of fame of the artist, as well as the overall condition of the piece, also affect how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of fine art.

Question 14

What makes a fire door?

Accepted Answer

A fire door is typically built of a combination of glass, gypsum, steel, wood and aluminum. It must be kept shut and any gaps between the wall and the door should be plugged with a fire-resistant sealant. Find a collection of antique and vintage fire doors on 1stDibs today.

Question 15

What makes a chair a Chippendale?

Accepted Answer

Chippendale chairs are chairs made in the American Chippendale style of furniture, dating from the 1700s and named after famed London cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale. Related to but distinct from the Queen Anne style, Chippendale furniture endures to this day. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chippendale chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 16

What makes a painting a landscape?

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

What makes a house a Tudor?

Accepted Answer

What makes a house Tudor is distinguishable features such as a steeply pitched roof, brick exterior, hand-hewn half-timbering, and front-facing gables. Tudor houses typically have ornate chimneys and tall and narrow windows representing medieval English architecture.

Question 18

What makes a Japanese garden?

Accepted Answer

Natural guardian stones and waterfalls are common features in Japanese gardens. In Eastern philosophy, stones are significant — they have practical and symbolic meanings. They bind the garden to the ground and give it its unique personality as a symbol of eternity and the omnipresence of nature's force.

Question 19

What makes cloisonne valuable?

Accepted Answer

Due to their intricate nature, cloisonnes are highly valued by interior decor enthusiasts and collectors alike. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted cloisonnes on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What makes Chanel so special?

Accepted Answer

A few things account for what makes Chanel so special. First, the French luxury fashion house consistently chooses exceptional materials, such as supple genuine leather, wool and silk, for its pieces. During the manufacturing process, Chanel artisans perform much of the work by hand to ensure an unparalleled level of quality. Plus, Chanel has a history of shaping the fashion world with innovative designs, such as what some experts suggest was the first-ever shoulder bag and its iconic “little black dress” (a simple, spare and versatile design compared to most garments of the Jazz Age). Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.

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