Question 1

Why is it called a poison ring?

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A poison ring features a small container built into the ring and concealed behind a hinged lid. It was rumored to be used to hold toxic substances to kill enemies, but could also be used to hold relics or a small amount of perfume, a lock of hair or other small treasures. On 1stDibs, find a selection of poison rings.

Question 2

How old are poison rings?

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Poison rings, also known as pillbox rings, grew in popularity in Europe during the 16th century. There is no known date for the introduction of the poison ring. However, it originated in the Far East and India. Today, the poison ring carries small amounts of liquids. Shop a range of antique poison rings on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is Pucci named after?

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Pucci is named after its founder, Emilio Pucci. The Italian fashion designer launched his eponymous brand in 1947. Initially, Pucci was best known for producing skiwear and pioneering the one-piece ski suit. Today, most people associate Pucci with its colorful geometric prints. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage Pucci apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 4

Who named the settee?

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The first person who called a settee a settee is unknown. Historians have traced the name back to the Middle Ages when the furniture first came into production. Settee comes from the Old English word “setl,” which described a long wooden bench. On 1st 1stDibs, find a selection of antique settees.

Question 5

What are some names of furniture?

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Here are some names of furniture. A sofa is an upholstered furnishing designed to accommodate two or more people, while accent chairs are upholstered chairs placed in seating areas. Occasional tables include low coffee tables, tall and narrow end tables and tall, wide console tables. Dining room furniture includes dining room tables and chairs, as well as servers, buffets and hutches for storage. Some types of furniture often found in bedrooms are beds, nightstands, dressers, wardrobes and chests. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What was the real name of Balenciaga?

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The real name of Balenciaga was Cristóbal Balenciaga. He was born in the quiet fishing village of Getaria in Spain’s Basque region in 1895. In 1917, he established his first haute couture house — named Eisa for his mother — in the trendy resort town of San Sebastián. He soon followed it with boutiques in Madrid and Barcelona, drawing such clientele as the Spanish royal family. When the Spanish Civil War put a hold on his prospects in Spain, the designer moved to Paris, opening a house on Avenue Georges V in 1937. As an expert tailor, he experimented with sculptural silhouettes that didn’t follow the body. His notable designs include the 1953 balloon jacket and from 1957, the cocoon coat, the baby-doll dress and the sack dress, which he popularized with his good friend designer Hubert de Givenchy. All of these could be considered not just the masterpieces of haute couture but also objets d’art in their own right, leading to Balenciaga’s nickname, “The Master.” On 1stDibs, find a selection of Balenciaga apparel and accessories.

Question 7

What is the name of a revolving chair?

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A revolving chair is usually called a swivel chair. Patents for the design of swivel chairs date back to the 19th century, but chairs that spin first became popular in the 1950s. Find a selection of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What are the names of some famous artists?

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Here are the names of some famous artists: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rembrandt van Rijn, Jan Van Eyck, Johannes Vermeer, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Jacques-Louis David. All of these artists are Old Masters who were active before the modern art period, which most art historians say began between 1850 and 1860. Some famous modern artists include Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Henri Matisse, Salvador Dalí, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of fine art.

Question 9

What is Miu Miu named after?

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Miu Miu is named after the fashion house's founder, Miuccia Prada, the youngest granddaughter of Prada founder Mario Prada. The name comes from a nickname that Miuccia's family called her. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Miu Miu clothing and accessories.

Question 10

What is Futura's real name?

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Futura's real name is Leonard Hilton McGurr. When he began working as a graffiti artist in the 1970s, McGurr adopted the tag Futura 2000. After the dawn of the millennium, he began signing his pieces with only the name "Futura." Over the years, Futura has collaborated with a number of fashion brands and other manufacturers, such as Nike, Supreme, Levi's and A Bathing Ape. Explore a collection of Futura art on 1stDibs.

Question 11

Do Chanel bags have names?

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Yes, Chanel bags have names. The brand's iconic flap bag is known as the Chanel 2.55, and the redesign of this bag created by Karl Lagerfeld is the Chanel Classic or Chanel 11.12. Names of other Chanel bags include the Boy, the Gabrielle, the Wallet on Chain and the Grand Shopping Tote or GST. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel bags.

Question 12

How did Rolex get its name?

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The story of how Rolex got its name was retold many times by co-founder Hans Wilsdorf. He claimed that a genie whispered the name Rolex in his ear while he was riding in a horse-drawn carriage in London. Although no one can be exactly sure how Wilsdorf selected the name, historians do agree that Rolex was likely chosen due to the fact that it is easy to pronounce in many languages. Find a diverse assortment of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Question 13

How do you pronounce the name Eames?

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To pronounce Eames, say EEMS. The correct pronunciation rhymes with the word “seems.” Eames is the surname of designers Charles and Ray Eames, known for their pioneering mid-century modern furniture designs, such as the Eames Lounge Chair. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Eames furniture from some of the world's top dealers.

Question 14

What is the Wedgwood blue named after?

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Wedgwood blue is a color named after its appearance on jasperware pottery. It is a soft gray-ish toned blue. It would often be accented by white decoration on the pottery. Shop a range of Wedgwood blue jasperware from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 15

What was Gucci's first name?

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Gucci's first name was Guccio. The founder of the iconic Italian fashion house was born in Florence on March 26, 1881. In 1921, he opened the House of Gucci in his hometown, and more than a century later, it continues to operate there. Explore a diverse assortment of Gucci pieces from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 16

Is Fendi an Italian name?

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Yes, Fendi is an Italian name. The luxury fashion house gets its name from its cofounders, Edoardo Fendi and Adele Casagrande, who were married and established the brand in 1925. The original Fendi store was in Rome, Italy, and the city remains home to the brand's headquarters to this day. You'll find a variety of Fendi apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What are the names of some artworks by Victor Vasarely?

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The name of one of the most well-known artworks by Victor Vasarely is Zebra. He produced the piece in 1937, and it depicts two zebras with bold black stripes that seem to undulate before the eye. Other acclaimed works by the Hungarian-French artist include Vega-Nor, Tekers MC, Keple-Gestalt, The Chess Board, Vonal-Stri, Vega 200 and Orion Gris. Explore a collection of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.

Question 18

What is the name for a Japanese silk robe?

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A Japanese silk robe is also known as a kimono, sometimes also called a wafuku or a gofuku. Traditionally these brilliantly colored robes are actually layered dresses that fold across the front and are held together with a cloth belt called an obi. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary kimonos from top sellers around the world.

Question 19

What is the name of the blue and white china?

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Blue and white china is also referred to as blue and white pottery or blue and white porcelain. Chinese export porcelain has a long history. This work has long been a part of trade between East Asia and the West, and it is rooted in the days of the Silk Road. The porcelain is decorated under a glaze with cobalt oxide, which gives it a blue color. Find a collection of antique and vintage blue and white pottery on 1stDibs today.

Question 20

Who is the Hermès Constance bag named after?

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The Hermès Constance bag is named after one of the children of Catherine Chaillet, the designer who created the iconic purse. It debuted in 1959, and legend has it that the luxury fashion house's factory finished the first one on the day that her daughter was born. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hermès Constance bags.

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