What is a pouf furniture used for?

A pouf is a cushioned stool that typically sits lower than the height of a sofa seat. Poufs come in all colors, shapes and fabric types and can be used as a seat, foot stool, side table or simply a focal point in your room decor. On 1stDibs, find a collection of poufs and other furniture from top sellers.

What oil do I use on wicker furniture?

What oil you should use on wicker furniture varies. For best results, consult the care instructions that accompanied your piece for specific instructions and product recommendations. Depending on the properties of your piece, linseed oil, lemon oil or another natural plant oil may be the best option. Find a diverse assortment of wicker furniture on 1stDibs.

What wood is used in Indonesian furniture?

Teakwood is a type of wood popularly used in Indonesian furniture. It is a tropical hardwood mainly used in Java, Indonesia, that can grow up to 130 feet tall. Shop a collection of Indonesian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Can I use pecan wood for furniture?

Yes, in fact, pecan wood has been used for furniture, cabinetry and even in making certain tools. Pecan wood is durable and only moderately heavy. Shop a collection of pecan wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

When was plastic first used in furniture?

The history of plastic as a raw material for furniture traces back to the years immediately after World War II. Improvements in plastics technology during the 1960s created a boom in the design of new plastic furniture, and it’s been a popular material ever since. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary plastic furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What did Mor furniture used to be called?

Mor furniture used to be called Superstores of America. During the 1990s, Mor Furniture for Less also operated stores under the names Bedroom Superstore and America's Sofa Super Store. In 2000, the company changed its name to Mor Furniture for Less and rebranded all its locations to its new name. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture.

What is the best product to use on wood furniture?

The best products to use on wood furniture are lacquer, varnish or polyurethane that will protect the wood from staining, and add a nice sheen to the piece. Wood furniture polishes are available in silicon, emulsion, oil-based and wax and you can choose based on the type of wooden furniture you have. It is important to test on a small patch of wood before applying it to the entire piece of furniture.

What is the best thing to use on wood furniture?

There are many different types of finishes that can be used on wood furniture. Linseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is one of the most popular treatments in the world to use on wood furniture. Shop a range of antique and vintage wood furniture with different finishes on 1stDibs.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.

Can you use furniture polish on black lacquer?

Whether you can use furniture polish on black lacquer furniture depends on the formulation. Heavier polishes may cause streaks and damage the finish. For best results, read the labels carefully and only choose products intended for lacquer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lacquer furniture.

What is the best paint to use on wicker furniture?

The best paint to use on wicker furniture is enamel paint. To paint, hold the can at least 8 inches away and move back and forth for even coverage.

What type of wood does Bernhardt furniture use?

Bernhardt uses engineered, multi-ply hardwood plywood as well as various solid hardwoods like teak. The brand is known for employing unique decorative materials like bone inlay, German silver, gypsum and white onyx. On 1stDibs, find Bernhardt furniture from some of the world's top sellers.

What style of furniture did Frank Lloyd Wright use?

The style of furniture that Frank Lloyd Wright used varied. Wright's wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement. For several residential projects, Wright designed severely geometric chairs that are marvels of reductivist design. For the Price Tower in Oklahoma, Wright designed angular wooden desks as well as upholstered pedestal chairs made of chromed steel that are more in line with the mid-century modern style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture.

What are the common furniture types used during the Romanesque period?

The common types of furniture used during the Romanesque period relate to cathedrals and churches because the style of architecture was most commonly employed to construct these types of buildings during the era. They include altars, shrines, canopies and throne chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique furniture.

Should I use teak wood oil on outdoor furniture?

Whether you should use teak wood oil on outdoor furniture depends on the piece and the product. The formulation of most teak wood oil is intended for indoor use, and these products generally shouldn't be applied to outdoor furniture. You should read the care instructions on your furniture and the directions for use on the teak oil for specific advice. Explore a wide variety of outdoor furniture on 1stDibs.

What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?

The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

Melbourne Used Furniture

Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware

2000s Carved Marble Abstract Sculpture

Illustrated London News

Australian Antique Prints

1950s Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Colin Melbourne for Beswick

H 9.45 in Dm 4.34 in

1950s Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Colin Melbourne for Beswick

By Colin Melbourne, Beswick

Located in Glasgow, GB

This Art Deco style ceramic vase, designed by Colin Melbourne and produced by Beswick, England

Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Style Pitcher by Colin Melbourne for Beswick, 1960s

H 8.67 in Dm 5.52 in

Art Deco Style Pitcher by Colin Melbourne for Beswick, 1960s

By Beswick, Colin Melbourne

Located in Glasgow, GB

This Art Deco style ceramic pitcher, designed by Colin Melbourne for Beswick, England, is a bold

Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Wilson Hall, Melbourne University, Australia – Gothic Revival Landmark, 1879

H 11.19 in W 15.83 in D 0.01 in

Wilson Hall, Melbourne University, Australia – Gothic Revival Landmark, 1879

Located in Langweer, NL

Wilson Hall, Melbourne University – Gothic Revival Landmark, 1879 This hand-colored wood

Category

1870s English Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

Three 'Melbourne' Graduating Aesthetic Movement Brown & White Ironstone

H 18 in W 14 in D 1 in

Three 'Melbourne' Graduating Aesthetic Movement Brown & White Ironstone

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Three 'Melbourne' graduating Aesthetic Movement brown & white ironstone platters, by Gildea

Category

19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ironstone

Scenes of Victorian Melbourne: Government House and Land Sale, 1889

H 15.83 in W 11.19 in D 0.01 in

Scenes of Victorian Melbourne: Government House and Land Sale, 1889

Located in Langweer, NL

Scenes of Victorian Melbourne: Government House and Land Sale, 1889 This hand-colored wood

Category

1880s English Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

Melbourne in 1855: Cityscape, Indigenous Portrait, and Town Hall View

H 15.83 in W 11.19 in D 0.01 in

Melbourne in 1855: Cityscape, Indigenous Portrait, and Town Hall View

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Melbourne in 1855: Cityscape, Indigenous Portrait, and Town Hall View Description: This

Category

1850s English Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

19th Century Melbourne: Government Landmarks and Bustling Bourke Street, 1863

H 15.75 in W 11.03 in D 0 in

19th Century Melbourne: Government Landmarks and Bustling Bourke Street, 1863

Located in Langweer, NL

-colored engravings of views in Melbourne, Australia. Medium: Wood engraving. on wove (vellin) paper. 1

Category

1860s English Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Poster Australia Victorian Melbourne Sydney Festival Tall Ship

H 40.36 in W 25.2 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Poster Australia Victorian Melbourne Sydney Festival Tall Ship

Located in London, GB

) Victorian & Melbourne Centenary (1934-1935 commencing October) Sydney Festival Fortnight (1934 November

Category

1930s Australian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

Creamware Armorial Dish, Possibly Melbourne, Scottish Arms of Grant

H 1 in W 10.75 in D 13.75 in

Creamware Armorial Dish, Possibly Melbourne, Scottish Arms of Grant

Located in Downingtown, PA

Creamware Armorial Dish, Possibly Melbourne, Arms of Grant, Circa 1800. The large dish with a

Category

1790s English Georgian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Creamware

Mid-Century Ceramic Vase by Colin Melbourne for Beswick, England

H 8.27 in Dm 5.12 in

Mid-Century Ceramic Vase by Colin Melbourne for Beswick, England

By Beswick

Located in Glasgow, GB

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Print of the Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne, Australia, c.1890

H 10.71 in W 15.32 in D 0 in

Antique Print of the Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne, Australia, c.1890

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique print titled 'Melbourne, the Botanic Gardens'. Old print of the Royal Botanic Gardens

Category

19th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 50 pcs Appears Unused

H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 50 pcs Appears Unused

By Oneida

Located in Big Bend, WI

Melbourne by Oneida sterling silver flatware set - 50 pieces. This set appears virtually unused and

Category

Mid-20th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 32 Pieces

H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 32 Pieces

By Oneida

Located in Big Bend, WI

Beautiful MELBOURNE BY ONEIDA sterling silver Flatware set - 32 Pieces. This set includes: 8

Category

Mid-20th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 60 Pieces

H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 60 Pieces

By Oneida

Located in Big Bend, WI

Melbourne by Oneida sterling silver flatware set, 60 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8

Category

Mid-20th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Service 30 Pieces

H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Service 30 Pieces

By Oneida

Located in Big Bend, WI

Heirloom quality Melbourne by Oneida sterling silver flatware set of 30 pieces. Great starter set

Category

Mid-20th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 52 Pieces

H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 52 Pieces

By Oneida

Located in Big Bend, WI

Beautiful Melbourne by Oneida sterling silver flatware set, 52 pieces. This set includes: Eight

Category

1950s Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 76 Pieces

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 76 Pieces

By Oneida

Located in Big Bend, WI

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling silver flatware set - 76 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8

Category

Mid-20th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare 1970s 'Nore' Dining Table in Solid Victorian Ash by Norman Archibald

H 28.35 in W 83.86 in D 32.68 in

Rare 1970s 'Nore' Dining Table in Solid Victorian Ash by Norman Archibald

Located in TORQUAY, AU

and distinguished history. Designer: Norman Archibald Maker: Nore Furniture, Melbourne Collection

Category

1970s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ash

Recent Sales

Totemic Head Sculpture Unsigned by Jencik, Melbourne, 1998

H 8.67 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in

Totemic Head Sculpture Unsigned by Jencik, Melbourne, 1998

By Paul Jencik

Located in Melbourne, AU

around Melbourne's western suburbs through the 1990s and early 2000s. A notable feature of Jencik’s work

Category

1990s Australian Post-Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Marble

2 Large Aesthetic Movement --Melbourne Pattern Meat Platters

H 2 in W 18.5 in D 14.5 in

2 Large Aesthetic Movement --Melbourne Pattern Meat Platters

By Gildea & Walker

Located in Southampton, NY

2 Large English Aesthetic Meat Platters in the Melbourne Pattern; By Gildea & Walker. Dated Aug. 27

Category

19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Ellis Pottery Sgraffito Ceramic and 'Walnut' Table Lamp Base Melbourne, 1950s

H 24.41 in Dm 6.89 in

Ellis Pottery Sgraffito Ceramic and 'Walnut' Table Lamp Base Melbourne, 1950s

By Ellis Ceramics

Located in Melbourne, AU

An Ellis Pottery ceramic lamp with Australian blackwood base and a turned myrtle stem stained to a deep walnut finish. We love these ceramic and timber Ellis lamps for their Classic...

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Hardwood

Australian Midcentury Pair Side Chairs by Wood Williams, Melbourne, circa 1960s

H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in

Australian Midcentury Pair Side Chairs by Wood Williams, Melbourne, circa 1960s

By Woods Williams

Located in Melbourne, AU

Elegant minimalism combines with clean simplicity to create a barely there silhouette. A very rare example of Australian Modernist design. Eight available. Price listed is per pair.

Category

1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Midcentury Table Lamps by Crown Devon Memphis Range

H 13.78 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Pair of Midcentury Table Lamps by Crown Devon Memphis Range

By Crown Devon Fieldings, Colin Melbourne

Located in London, GB

sculptor and ceramic artist Colin Melbourne. Black with 22-carat gilt design, Measures: H 35 cm, W 10 cm

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Original Genuine Featherston contour lounge suite R160 R161

H 36.62 in W 24.81 in D 27.17 in

Original Genuine Featherston contour lounge suite R160 R161

By Grant Featherston

Located in PORT MELBOURNE, AU

were lucky enough to purchase this complete set from a private collector prior from a furniture dealer

Category

1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Plywood

1960s Australian Inga Arm Lounge Chair by Danish Deluxe Midcentury Scandinavian

H 30.32 in W 26.19 in D 31.89 in

1960s Australian Inga Arm Lounge Chair by Danish Deluxe Midcentury Scandinavian

By Danish Deluxe

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

Gjorstvang. Based in Huntingdale Victoria, Danish Deluxe was a Melbourne furniture design and manufacturing

Category

1960s Australian Scandinavian Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1916 Melbourne Hardwick oil painting portrait of a Boston terrier dog

H 31.5 in W 27.25 in D 3 in

1916 Melbourne Hardwick oil painting portrait of a Boston terrier dog

By Melbourne H. Hardwick

Located in Farmingdale, NJ

Melbourne H Hardwick (b 1857-1916) a well recognized and active societal member of the Salmaguni

Category

1910s American Victorian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Antique Watercolor Oversized Seascape by Hardwick, circa 1910

H 38 in W 46.5 in D 2 in

Antique Watercolor Oversized Seascape by Hardwick, circa 1910

By Melbourne H. Hardwick

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique framed watercolor by listed artist Melbourne Havelock Hardwick (1857-1916) depicts seascape

Category

Early 20th Century American Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

English Creamware Pottery Basket, Attributed to Melbourne, James Giles

H 3 in W 9.75 in D 6.75 in

English Creamware Pottery Basket, Attributed to Melbourne, James Giles

By James Giles

Located in Downingtown, PA

English Creamware pottery basket, attributed to Melbourne, James Giles decoration, circa 1775

Category

1770s English Georgian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Creamware, Pottery

Chinoiserie Creamware Pottery Teapot & Cover, Melbourne, Derbyshire, circa 1765

H 5.5 in W 7 in D 4 in

Chinoiserie Creamware Pottery Teapot & Cover, Melbourne, Derbyshire, circa 1765

Located in Downingtown, PA

Chinoiserie creamware pottery teapot and cover, Melbourne, Derbyshire, circa 1765. A drum

Category

Mid-18th Century Great Britain (UK) Georgian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Creamware, Pottery

Rare Vintage Silver& Kangeroo Gimbal Table Lighter c. 1930 Melbourne Australia

H 4.3 in W 3.23 in D 18.23 in

Rare Vintage Silver& Kangeroo Gimbal Table Lighter c. 1930 Melbourne Australia

Located in London, GB

clever design. Made in Melbourne, Australia in c. 1930 by JW Steeth. Approx. Length - 46.3cm Approx

Category

20th Century Australian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Silver

Colin Melbourne Ceramic Glazed Cow Sculpture for Beswick

H 4.75 in W 9.5 in D 3.25 in

Colin Melbourne Ceramic Glazed Cow Sculpture for Beswick

By Beswick, Colin Melbourne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Colin Melbourne Ceramic Glazed Cow Sculpture for Beswick

Category

1950s English Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Print of the Federal Coffee Palace, ‘Melbourne, Australia’

H 15.28 in W 10.99 in D 0.02 in

Antique Print of the Federal Coffee Palace, ‘Melbourne, Australia’

Located in Langweer, NL

The Federal Hotel and Coffee Palace was a large elaborate Second Empire building at 555 Collins Street which was demolished in 1973. This print originates from 'The Australian Irriga...

Category

Late 19th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

Hand-Colored Victorian Woodcut of Melbourne’s Samuel Mullens Library, 1889

H 11.19 in W 15.83 in D 0.01 in

Hand-Colored Victorian Woodcut of Melbourne’s Samuel Mullens Library, 1889

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Hand-Colored Victorian Woodcut of Melbourne’s Samuel Mullens Library, 1889 Description

Category

1880s English Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

F. B. SCHELL - 'Port Melbourne' - Hand Colored Print - Australia - Circa 1880

H 6 in W 8.5 in D 0.07 in

F. B. SCHELL - 'Port Melbourne' - Hand Colored Print - Australia - Circa 1880

Located in Chatham, ON

FREDERICK B. SCHELL (American - 1838-1905) - 'Port Melbourne' - Antique magazine or periodical

Category

Late 19th Century Australian Victorian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paint, Paper

Vintage Cricket Bat, Gray Nicolls Crusader Cricket Bat Melbourne International

H 34.26 in W 4.34 in D 2.37 in

Vintage Cricket Bat, Gray Nicolls Crusader Cricket Bat Melbourne International

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Sussex'. Also embossed on the blade of the bat is a 'Melbourne International Exhibition' stamp, four

Category

1940s Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Willow

Antique Print of a Government Building and Land Sale in Melbourne, Australia

H 13.63 in W 9.85 in D 0.02 in

Antique Print of a Government Building and Land Sale in Melbourne, Australia

Located in Langweer, NL

This print originates from a German illustrated newsletter, published circa 1885. German text on verso.

Category

Late 19th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Paper

Striking Drawing for a Ceiling Mural

W 16.88 in D 16.88 in

Striking Drawing for a Ceiling Mural

By Melbourne Brindle

Located in Essex, MA

Melbourne Brindle (1904-1995), very evocative of the work of Rockwell Kent, entitled "Sketch for Interior

Category

1940s American Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Gouache, Paper

Ellis Stylised Ram Melbourne, Australia, circa 1960

H 8.67 in W 10.63 in D 9.45 in

Ellis Stylised Ram Melbourne, Australia, circa 1960

By Ellis

Located in Pymble, NSW

Ellis ceramics were set up in Melbourne in 1953 by Czechoslovakian couple, Dasa and Milda

Category

1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Calypso String Chair by Bernard Goss for Pandar, Melbourne, 1956

H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in

Calypso String Chair by Bernard Goss for Pandar, Melbourne, 1956

By Bernard Goss

Located in Melbourne, AU

This beautifully built steel rod chair is a rare design by Bernard Goss for Pandar Furniture

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Rare Vintage Plaster Mold for a Rubber Stamp Melbourne

H 19.6 in W 20.4 in D 1.5 in

Rare Vintage Plaster Mold for a Rubber Stamp Melbourne

Located in Raalte, NL

Melbourne 71/2 CBFT Product of Holland." The measurements are, Depth 4 cm/ 1.5 inch. Width 52 cm/ 20.4

Category

Mid-20th Century Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Brown Evans and Co 'BECO' Wall Sconce Melbourne, 1950s

H 9.85 in W 5.12 in D 8.67 in

Brown Evans and Co 'BECO' Wall Sconce Melbourne, 1950s

By Donald Brown

Located in Melbourne, AU

A wonderful pair of wall lights produced by Australia's foremost designer of architectural lighting in the 1950s and 60s, Donald Brown of BECO Lighting. They are in superb condition,...

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Brown Evans and Co 'BECO' Wall Lights Melbourne, 1950s

H 11.03 in W 5.12 in D 7.88 in

Brown Evans and Co 'BECO' Wall Lights Melbourne, 1950s

By Donald Brown

Located in Melbourne, AU

A fab pair of wall lights produced by Australia's foremost designer of architectural lighting in the 1950s and 1960s, Donald Brown of BECO Lighting. They are in great condition, full...

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Hand Carved Marmo Rosso Sculpture 'No.60', Signed, Melbourne 2001

H 8.39 in W 4.53 in D 2.76 in

Hand Carved Marmo Rosso Sculpture 'No.60', Signed, Melbourne 2001

By Paul Jencik

Located in Melbourne, AU

fringe Arts movement around Melbourne's western suburbs through the 1990s and early 2000s. A notable

Category

Early 2000s Australian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Marble

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Pull Down Pendant Light, Melbourne, 1950s

H 11.03 in Dm 9.65 in

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Pull Down Pendant Light, Melbourne, 1950s

By Donald Brown

Located in Melbourne, AU

Down Attachment', designed and manufactured in Melbourne circa 1958. These were removed from a

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Melbourne Brindle Blue Drawing for a Skyscraper Ceiling Painting Design

H 16.88 in W 16.88 in D 0.5 in

Art Deco Melbourne Brindle Blue Drawing for a Skyscraper Ceiling Painting Design

Located in Essex, MA

An Art Deco style circular gouache drawing on paper by Melbourne Brindle, a design for a ceiling

Category

1940s American Art Deco Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Glass, Paint, Paper, Wood

Clement Meadmore Steel Rod and Glass Coffee Table Melbourne, circa 1952

H 14.97 in W 37.41 in D 20.08 in

Clement Meadmore Steel Rod and Glass Coffee Table Melbourne, circa 1952

By Clement Meadmore

Located in Melbourne, AU

This exceptionally rare early Meadmore table has a light and playful presence. It reflects Meadmore's uncanny understanding of space and geometry which was to emerge more robustly in...

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Steel

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Copper Chandelier for Anatol Kagan, Melbourne 1950s

H 16.93 in Dm 34.26 in

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Copper Chandelier for Anatol Kagan, Melbourne 1950s

By Donald Brown

Located in Melbourne, AU

Melbourne architectural project in Caulfield. The lighting was designed and produced by Brown Evans and Co

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Copper

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Copper Wall Sconces for Anatol Kagan, Melbourne 1950s

H 13.78 in W 11.82 in L 13.78 in

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Copper Wall Sconces for Anatol Kagan, Melbourne 1950s

By Donald Brown

Located in Melbourne, AU

a 1950s Melbourne architectural project in Caulfield. The lighting was designed and produced by

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Brass, Copper

Midcentury Vase by Crown Devon Memphis Range

H 7.09 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Midcentury Vase by Crown Devon Memphis Range

By Crown Devon Fieldings, Colin Melbourne

Located in London, GB

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Vase by Crown Devon Memphis Range

H 11.03 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in

Midcentury Vase by Crown Devon Memphis Range

By Crown Devon Fieldings, Colin Melbourne

Located in London, GB

Crown Devo Memphis Vase. Designed by the noted British sculptor and ceramic artist Colin Melbourne

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Crown Devon Memphis Range Vases

H 4.34 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Midcentury Crown Devon Memphis Range Vases

By Crown Devon Fieldings, Colin Melbourne

Located in London, GB

artist Colin Melbourne. Black with 22ct gilt design, Measures: H 11 cm x W 13 cm x D 13 cm British

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

English Crown Devon Vintage Memphis Vase by Colin Melbourne

H 7.75 in Dm 4.5 in

English Crown Devon Vintage Memphis Vase by Colin Melbourne

By Crown Devon Fieldings, Colin Melbourne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vintage "Memphis" vase designed by British ceramicist Colin Melbourne (1928-2009) for Crown Devon

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

English Black and Gold Memphis Vase by Colin Melbourne for Crown Devon

H 6.88 in Dm 3.25 in

English Black and Gold Memphis Vase by Colin Melbourne for Crown Devon

By Crown Devon Fieldings, Colin Melbourne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vintage "Memphis" vase designed by British ceramicist Colin Melbourne (1928-2009) for Crown Devon

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Ellis Pottery Green Bull Melbourne Australia

H 6.5 in W 13.78 in D 6.3 in

Ellis Pottery Green Bull Melbourne Australia

By Ellis

Located in Pymble, NSW

A rare green glazed bull from the Melbourne factory of Ellis in Melbourne in the 1950s. The piece

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Huge Hand Decorated Ellis Pottery Ceramic Lamp Melbourne, 1960s

H 21.26 in Dm 8.67 in

Huge Hand Decorated Ellis Pottery Ceramic Lamp Melbourne, 1960s

By Dagmar and Miloslav Kratochvil

Located in Melbourne, AU

former Czechoslovakia, in the backyard of their home in Abbotsford, Melbourne. Their work was mainly slip

Category

1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage Maroon Sculptural Wall Hanging Found Object Melbourne 1940s

H 10.44 in W 11.62 in D 2.37 in

Vintage Maroon Sculptural Wall Hanging Found Object Melbourne 1940s

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Melbourne, AU

Unique, original and very aesthetically pleasing. This piece seems to stimulate communication with the subconscious - it's arresting and absorbing, with totemic overtones, like some ...

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Fiberglass

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Ceiling Mounted Reflector, Melbourne, 1950s

H 11.82 in Dm 25.2 in

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Ceiling Mounted Reflector, Melbourne, 1950s

By Donald Brown

Located in Melbourne, AU

removed from a midcentury home in Caulfield, Melbourne, designed by Russian emigre architect Anatol Kagan

Category

1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Colonial Australian Emu Eggs, Aborigines, Animals, Melbourne Cup Winner 1935 ect

H 5.12 in Dm 3.75 in

Colonial Australian Emu Eggs, Aborigines, Animals, Melbourne Cup Winner 1935 ect

Located in Geelong, Victoria

', Koala 'Native Bear', and the Melbourne cup winner 'Marabou', the two main panels with a small heart

Category

1930s Australian British Colonial Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Eggshell, Ostrich Eggshell

Wood Carving of a Court Jester by Otto Bettmann, Melbourne, Australia, 1899

H 27 in W 12 in D 12 in

Wood Carving of a Court Jester by Otto Bettmann, Melbourne, Australia, 1899

By Otto Bettmann (Australia) 1

Located in Ajijic, Jalisco

Otto Bettmann was born in Prussia in 1862 but by 1900 he was well established in Melbourne

Category

1890s Australian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Wood

Fred Ward Wing-Back Chair Patterncraft No.7 in Mountain Ash, Melbourne, 1948

H 31.11 in W 25.2 in D 29.14 in

Fred Ward Wing-Back Chair Patterncraft No.7 in Mountain Ash, Melbourne, 1948

By Fred Ward

Located in Melbourne, AU

of whom were returned servicemen, to make their own furniture simply and cheaply with very basic

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1940s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Art Deco Wall Sconces in the manner of Jean Perzel, Melbourne, circa 1935

H 6.11 in W 11.7 in D 5.67 in

Art Deco Wall Sconces in the manner of Jean Perzel, Melbourne, circa 1935

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Melbourne, AU

customers. We have included an image of the original 1930s Art Deco home in Kew (Melbourne, Australia

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1930s English Art Deco Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Vintage Teak Dining Set for Ten with Cockspen Chairs

H 28 in W 102.25 in D 48 in

Vintage Teak Dining Set for Ten with Cockspen Chairs

By Jati

Located in Woodbury, CT

fall! The set was made by Jati, a well-known Australian maker of teak furniture located in Melbourne

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Late 20th Century Australian Edwardian Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Teak

Yellow and Black Mid Century Ramler Planter in the Style of Mategot

H 15.36 in Dm 9.45 in

Yellow and Black Mid Century Ramler Planter in the Style of Mategot

Located in Melbourne, AU

This extremely rare midcentury plant stand was designed and made in Melbourne by Ramler Furniture

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1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Melbourne Used Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron, Sheet Metal

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H 29 in Dm 44.25 in

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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H 2.37 in W 20.67 in D 14.77 in

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By Meissen Porcelain

Located in London, GB

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Pair of Antique French Sevres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Covered Vases

H 16 in Dm 5 in

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Located in New York, NY

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Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Iris Vase Hayashi School

H 12.25 in Dm 5 in

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Located in Long Island City, NY

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Late 19th Century Japanese Melbourne Used Furniture

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Enamel

90 Pieces Limoges Service signed Charles Field Haviland Aesthetic Movement 1885

H 0.79 in Dm 9.45 in

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By Charles Fields Haviland

Located in Paris, FR

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H 20.48 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in

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A Large Pair of 19th Century Meji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases

H 24.5 in Dm 11 in

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Located in New York, NY

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11 Aesthetic Movement Minton Hand Painted Botanical Dessert Plates Butterflies

H 1 in Dm 9.5 in

11 Aesthetic Movement Minton Hand Painted Botanical Dessert Plates Butterflies

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Located in Great Barrington, MA

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A Very Large Rare Meissen Porcelain 3 Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set

H 31 in W 22 in D 15 in

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Located in Great Barrington, MA

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H 9.25 in W 9.5 in D 8 in

French Turn of the Century Louis XVI st. Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu ice bucket

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Questions About Melbourne Used Furniture

What is a pouf furniture used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A pouf is a cushioned stool that typically sits lower than the height of a sofa seat. Poufs come in all colors, shapes and fabric types and can be used as a seat, foot stool, side table or simply a focal point in your room decor. On 1stDibs, find a collection of poufs and other furniture from top sellers.
What oil do I use on wicker furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
What oil you should use on wicker furniture varies. For best results, consult the care instructions that accompanied your piece for specific instructions and product recommendations. Depending on the properties of your piece, linseed oil, lemon oil or another natural plant oil may be the best option. Find a diverse assortment of wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
What wood is used in Indonesian furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Teakwood is a type of wood popularly used in Indonesian furniture. It is a tropical hardwood mainly used in Java, Indonesia, that can grow up to 130 feet tall. Shop a collection of Indonesian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Can I use pecan wood for furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, in fact, pecan wood has been used for furniture, cabinetry and even in making certain tools. Pecan wood is durable and only moderately heavy. Shop a collection of pecan wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
When was plastic first used in furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The history of plastic as a raw material for furniture traces back to the years immediately after World War II. Improvements in plastics technology during the 1960s created a boom in the design of new plastic furniture, and it’s been a popular material ever since. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary plastic furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What did Mor furniture used to be called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
Mor furniture used to be called Superstores of America. During the 1990s, Mor Furniture for Less also operated stores under the names Bedroom Superstore and America's Sofa Super Store. In 2000, the company changed its name to Mor Furniture for Less and rebranded all its locations to its new name. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture.
What is the best product to use on wood furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
The best products to use on wood furniture are lacquer, varnish or polyurethane that will protect the wood from staining, and add a nice sheen to the piece. Wood furniture polishes are available in silicon, emulsion, oil-based and wax and you can choose based on the type of wooden furniture you have. It is important to test on a small patch of wood before applying it to the entire piece of furniture.
What is the best thing to use on wood furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
There are many different types of finishes that can be used on wood furniture. Linseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is one of the most popular treatments in the world to use on wood furniture. Shop a range of antique and vintage wood furniture with different finishes on 1stDibs.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
Can you use furniture polish on black lacquer?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Whether you can use furniture polish on black lacquer furniture depends on the formulation. Heavier polishes may cause streaks and damage the finish. For best results, read the labels carefully and only choose products intended for lacquer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lacquer furniture.
What is the best paint to use on wicker furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The best paint to use on wicker furniture is enamel paint. To paint, hold the can at least 8 inches away and move back and forth for even coverage.
What type of wood does Bernhardt furniture use?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Bernhardt uses engineered, multi-ply hardwood plywood as well as various solid hardwoods like teak. The brand is known for employing unique decorative materials like bone inlay, German silver, gypsum and white onyx. On 1stDibs, find Bernhardt furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
What style of furniture did Frank Lloyd Wright use?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
The style of furniture that Frank Lloyd Wright used varied. Wright's wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement. For several residential projects, Wright designed severely geometric chairs that are marvels of reductivist design. For the Price Tower in Oklahoma, Wright designed angular wooden desks as well as upholstered pedestal chairs made of chromed steel that are more in line with the mid-century modern style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture.
What are the common furniture types used during the Romanesque period?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The common types of furniture used during the Romanesque period relate to cathedrals and churches because the style of architecture was most commonly employed to construct these types of buildings during the era. They include altars, shrines, canopies and throne chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique furniture.
Should I use teak wood oil on outdoor furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
Whether you should use teak wood oil on outdoor furniture depends on the piece and the product. The formulation of most teak wood oil is intended for indoor use, and these products generally shouldn't be applied to outdoor furniture. You should read the care instructions on your furniture and the directions for use on the teak oil for specific advice. Explore a wide variety of outdoor furniture on 1stDibs.
What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019
The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.