Question 1

What is a moon chair?

Accepted Answer

The term moon chair doesn't have a specific meaning. Many different types of chairs with curved backs go by the name. Italian designers M. Manzoni and R. Tapinassi created one incarnation. It has a metal pedestal base and a dramatic round upholstered seat. Find a variety of moon chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What is a moon clock?

Accepted Answer

A moon clock is an antique eye-catching type of clock that usually stands upright inside a long case. It has elegant depictions of moon phases inscribed on it, making it a perfect choice for giving any desired place a glamorous look. Find a wide array of antique and vintage moon clocks exclusively on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is the moon on a grandfather clock?

Accepted Answer

The moon on a grandfather clock is a dial that allows you to track the phases of the moon. It features 28 different points corresponding to the 28 days of a lunar cycle. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What is a Chinese moon flask?

Accepted Answer

A Chinese moon flask, also known as a baoyueping, is a porcelain flask with a flat round shape. Baoyueping directly translates to “embracing the moon” and was often used to carry holy water and oils. Highly coveted by home decor enthusiasts, the hand-painted flasks often include intricate and symbolic designs. Browse a selection of Chinese moon flasks on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Which moon lamp is the best?

Accepted Answer

There are many great moon lamps on the market-- it's really a matter of preference. When you’re shopping for moon lamps and other lighting, it’s good to keep in mind how you want the room to feel as well as how the fixtures will look in amid your other furnishings and design scheme. Shop moon lamps and pendant lights from 1stDibs.

Question 6

What does a crescent moon necklace mean?

Accepted Answer

What a crescent moon necklace represents is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Because the moon goes through a 28-day cycle, many people associate the crescent with womanhood and femininity. You can shop a selection of crescent moon necklaces on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What famous painting has the moon and stars in it?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps the most famous painting that has the moon and stars in it is The Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh. Produced in 1889, the painting shows a turbulent landscape beneath a dramatic night sky. Many other paintings have also depicted the moon and stars. Some notable examples include Joan Miró's Femme, Lune, Etoile; Giovanni di Paolo's The Creation of the World and The Expulsion from Paradise; Adam Elsheimer's The Flight Into Egypt and Francisco Goya's Witches’ Sabbath. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of paintings.

Question 8

How do I read a moon dial on a grandfather clock?

Accepted Answer

To read the moon dial on a grandfather clock, use the numbers and markings that appear along the outer edge. For example, if "20" is in the 12 o'clock position, the lunar cycle is currently on its 20th day. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of grandfather clocks.

Question 9

How do the moon phases of a Patek Philippe work?

Accepted Answer

The moon phases of a Patek Philippe mean that certain watches created by the legendary Swiss brand are equipped with dials that will display phases of the lunar cycle. A Patek Philippe watch with a complication that allows for moon-phase tracking comes with instructions to guide you through the process. A calculator tool on the Patek Philippe website, featured in the “Settings” section, can be of help in setting the watch to accurately track the lunar cycle. Shop a range of Patek Philippe watches with moon-phase functionality on 1stDibs.

Question 10

How do I adjust a Patek Philippe with moon-phase functionality?

Accepted Answer

How you adjust a Patek Philippe watch with moon-phase functionality is going to depend on the model. Each PP watch with a complication that allows for moon-phase tracking comes with instructions to guide you through the process. A calculator tool on the Patek Philippe website, featured in the “Settings” section, can be of help. The tool shows you how to position the dial to begin accurately tracking the phases of the moon according to today’s date. To use it, simply enter the current month, day and year and press the "calculate" button. Shop a range of Patek Philippe watches with moon-phase functionality on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What makes a military watch a military watch?

Accepted Answer

There are no specific criteria for what makes a military watch a military watch. However, people may call watches "military" if they resist damage due to shocks, are highly waterproof, accurate and easy to read in extreme environments. On 1stDibs, find a selection of military watches.

Question 12

What is a Genève watch?

Accepted Answer

A Genève watch is a watch stamped with the Hallmark of Geneva, a quality seal awarded to watches that meet strict criteria in regards to its finishing and materials. Browse a variety of Genève watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What is a vintage watch?

Accepted Answer

A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.

Question 14

What is a watch roll?

Accepted Answer

A watch roll is a convenient protective case for your watches and accessories. It is compact and lightweight, which makes it perfect for traveling. Shop a watch roll collection from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.

Question 15

What is the rarest watch?

Accepted Answer

What the rarest watch is varies due to the changes in the market that occur over time. However, many luxury watches are rare due to limited production. Examples include the Rolex 4133 “Split-Seconds,”
 the Patek Philippe 3974, the Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 in steel, the Bao Dai Rolex Ref. 6062 and the Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal Ref. 4907. Explore a wide variety of watches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What is a snowflake watch?

Accepted Answer

There are two watches that are known as snowflake watches. One snowflake watch is also known as Reference SBGA211 by Grand Seiko. It’s one of the brand’s best known watches and is very popular. Its unique dial resembles a snowflake. The Reference 9411 Tudor Submariner is also called the snowflake because the second hand looks like a snowflake. Shop vintage and contemporary watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What is a watch complication?

Accepted Answer

With respect to watchmaking, a complication refers to any feature of a timepiece that is in addition to the display of hours, minutes and seconds. The most common complications include displaying the date, the day of the week or a stopwatch feature.

Question 18

What is a Bucherer watch?

Accepted Answer

A Bucherer watch is a timepiece made by the company Carl F. Bucherer. Carl-Friedrich Bucherer founded the watchmaker in 1888. His company has the distinction of being one of the oldest Swiss watchmakers to still remain under the ownership of the founder's family. Shop a variety of Bucherer watches on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is a moonphase watch?

Accepted Answer

A moonphase watch is designed to recreate the different phases of the moon on the dial. The aperture is usually curved so that it looks like the moon is waxing and waning.

Question 20

What is a moonphase on a watch?

Accepted Answer

A moonphase on a watch shows the current phase of the moon as you see it in the sky. Having an accurate moon phase in a watch is a little more difficult than it would seem because a lunar cycle lasts 29 days, 12 hours and 44 minutes meaning that a 135-tooth gear is necessary to drive the moon disc optimally for the exacting standards of watchmakers. Shop a collection of vintage and new moonphase watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Watch With Moon

2010s Wrist Watches

Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch with moon phase automatic

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Frederique Constant Stainless steel Wristwatch with Moon Phas Ref FC-206MPWD1S6B

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Galbée Moon-phase Yellow Gold with Original Receipt

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Fine Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph with Moon Phases

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 5726/1A-014 Nautilus Watch

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 18K Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Moon Phase and Power Reserve

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Fine 18 Karat Gold IWC Automatic Perpetual Calendar Wristwatch with Moon Phases

1990s Wrist Watches

Blancpain Stainless Steel Triple Calendar Bracelet Watch

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712/1A-001 Steel Watch with Date and Moon Phase 40MM

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar with Moon Phase Automatic Wristwatch

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe white gold Annual Calendar with Moon Phase Automatic Wristwatch

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar with Moon Phase 5396 G 'or 5396G-001'

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar with Moon Phase 5396 G (or 5396G-001)

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Breguet Yellow Gold Classique Day Date Moon Phase Wristwatch

Antique 1890s Pocket Watches

Jules Jurgensen Pocket Watch

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe White Gold Moon Phase Black Dial automatic Wristwatch ref 5055G

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe White Gold Moon Phase Black Dial automatic Wristwatch Ref 5055G

Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Reconstruction Era Pocket Watches

Jules Jurgensen Pocket Watch in 18k

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Blancpain Leman Perpetual Chronograph 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch

Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches

Movado stainless Steel Calendermeto Purse Wristwatch

1990s Wrist Watches

Omega Speedmaster 'Michael Schumacher' Ref 3510.12.40, Outstanding Condition

1990s Wrist Watches

Omega Speedmaster 'Michael Schumacher' Ref 3510.61.00, Outstanding Condition

Antique 1890s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

18kt Pink Gold Pocket Watch with Triple Calendar and Moon Phases

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Robert Lee Morris Sterling Silver Moon Crater Watch

Vintage 1970s Russian Modern Wrist Watches

Early 1970s Russian Luch Sun and Moon watch

Swiss Wrist Watches

Jaeger-LeCoultre Moon Phase chronograph watch

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Audemars Piguet platinum Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Automatic wristwatch

2010s American Wrist Watches

EPOS 3440 Big Moon 3440.322.20.14.30 Men's Watch

2010s American Wrist Watches

EPOS 3440 Big Moon 3440.322.20.16.30 Men's Watch

2010s American Wrist Watches

EPOS 3440 Big Moon 3440.322.20.14.25 Men's Watch

2010s American Wrist Watches

EPOS 3440 Big Moon 3440.322.20.16.25 Men's Watch

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Chopard Happy Sport Star & Moon Round Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with F

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Watch with Date, Power Reserve and Moon Ref 5054J

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Breguet Lady's Yellow Gold Classique Automatic Wristwatch with Moon Phases

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Pre-Moon Wristwatch with Scarce 220 Bezel circa 1969

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Gubelin Yellow Gold Automatic Wristwatch

2010s Contemporary Paintings

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