What is a match safe?

A match safe is a small portable box that is designed to hold matches and keep them dry. In the early 19th century, these boxes were very popular since matches were known to ignite unexpectedly when carried without a protective cover.

What was the first Rolex watch?

There is no official first Rolex watch, as Hans Wilsdorf, the original watchmaker behind Rolex was making watches before ever branding them as Rolex. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula. But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex. Shop a range of vetted authentic Rolex watches from top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.

What was the first telephone made out of?

Alexander Graham Bell’s first telephone was made of an iron diaphragm, two electromagnets and a horseshoe magnet. The next model featured a transmitter and receiver but was still a magnetic telephone. Eventually, modifications were made to improve the quality, but it’s essentially this technology and the magnet that made original telephones possible. Shop a collection of antique telephones from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What was the first Cubist painting?

The first Cubist painting was Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, created by Paplo Picasso in 1907. Rejecting the representation of form found in traditional art, Picasso distorted the female form in a geometric manner.

Who first wore jewelry?

Cro-Magnons were the first people to wear jewelry. Archeologists have discovered bone bracelets and necklaces produced roughly 40,000 years ago by the predecessors of Homo sapiens. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique and vintage jewelry.

What was the subject of the first photograph?

The first surviving photograph , taken by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce, depicts an upstairs window in the Burgundy region of France.

What is similar to first dibs?

“First pick,” “exclusive access” and “right of first refusal” are all phrases that are similar to “first dibs.”First dibs, which means to have the rights to something or the first choice of something, reportedly emerged in the United States in the early 1930s. (In the United Kingdom, the first recorded occurrence of the slang phrase took place during the late 1800s.) To verbally call first dibs on something means that you’re laying claim to it. Who doesn’t want first dibs? 1stDibs has become the global destination for those who must have “first dibs” on treasures from around the world that would otherwise be inaccessible. There is nothing similar to 1stDibs. Since our founding in 2000, we have captured the magic of the Paris flea market , connecting those seeking the most beautiful things on earth with highly coveted sellers and makers in furniture and home decor , art , fine jewelry and fashion . 1stDibs works with a range of trusted prestigious sellers , who are respected professionals in their fields, and the company is committed to shoppers’ satisfaction and peace of mind with every single purchase .

What was the first Omega watch?

The first Omega watch to be produced in a series was the Labrador. It debuted in 1885 and featured an advanced movement. Its technology went on to provide the basis for the Swiss watchmaker's 19-ligne Omega Caliber, which came out 10 years later. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Omega watches.

What was Chanel's first collection?

Chanel’s first collection was Chanel Modes, a line of hats. Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel began selling her accessories at her own storefront on rue Cambon in Paris in 1910. The enterprising designer soon added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style, which encompassed traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.

When was the first chair invented?

Although the very first chair to be invented is up for speculation, one of the earliest was created during the Early Dynastic Period of Egypt around 3100 B.C. Early chairs produced by the ancient Egyptians usually featured wood construction and upholstery made of leather or cloth. Interestingly, they were much lower than today's chairs, with seat heights of around 10 inches versus the average modern dining chair seat height of 18 to 23 inches. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.

What was the first Chanel bag?

The first Chanel bag isn’t known by a specific model name. It was technically created during the 1920s, when Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel began to design handbags as part of the clothing and accessories she was producing for her couture house. While the revolutionary designer and founder of the brand was experimenting with a range of handbag designs during the era, the first Chanel bag to have a recognizable style name was the Chanel 2.55. Unveiled in February 1955, the 2.55 shoulder bag is truly iconic, and its quilted details and clasp have been featured on many other Chanel pieces. Shop a large selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.

Who was the first designer for Gucci?

The first designer for Gucci was Guccio Gucci. He also founded the luxury Italian fashion house in 1921 in Florence. Initially, Gucci ran a leather goods shop, but over the years, the company began to produce a full range of apparel and accessories. Shop a wide range of Gucci pieces on 1stDibs.

Who created the first collage?

No one knows for sure who created the first collage. However, Georges Braques typically gets credit for making the first fine art collage. Produced in 1912, the work of modern art is called Still Life BACH and features elements related to music, including sheet music and instruments. On 1stDibs, find a variety of fine art.

When was the first locket made?

No one knows for sure when the very first locket was made, but 16th-century examples have been found. After the execution of Charles I in 1649, people wore lockets that contained miniature portraits of the king, and by the 18th century, it was fashionable to wear lockets that contained locks of hair from someone you admired. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of lockets from some of the world's top sellers.

What was the first LV bag?

The first Louis Vuitton bag was the Steamer bag. Released in 1901, the bag fit inside of the larger steamer trunks produced by the luxury French fashion house. Find a collection of Louis Vuitton bags on 1stDibs.

What was the first reclining chair?

In 1928, a patent was issued to two American cousins, Edward Knabush and Edwin Shoemaker, which trademarked the design of a reclining wooden bench. This patent would later go on to become La-Z-Boy. Shop a collection of reclining furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What was the first Gucci watch?

The first Gucci watch was the Model 2000. In 1974, the timepiece set a Guinness World Record for being the top-selling watch, with more than 1 million units sold within two years. Shop a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.

What was Gucci's first name?

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.

Who invented the umbrella first?

No one knows for sure who invented the umbrella first. However, the history of the accessory has been traced back to China around the year 3,500 B.C. However, some say that the invention occurred during the Warring States period around 476 B.C., when the wife of architect Lu Ban produced an umbrella out of leaves. Shop a diverse assortment of umbrella stands on 1stDibs.

Who was the first fashion designer?

The first fashion designer was Charles Frederick Worth. Born in England in 1825, Worth apprenticed for textile merchants and relocated to Paris. There, after gaining experience in sales, the British tailor opened a dressmaking department for a large French company before he started a workshop of tailors and seamstresses who produced his early designs for the Parisian elite. Worth was an innovator and an influencer of his day. While his achievements, which include helping pioneer modern couture, are of great historical significance, they shouldn’t overshadow those of important early women in fashion such as Marie Callot Gerber and Jeanne Paquin. After all, fashion takes a village. On 1stDibs, shop a range of historical, vintage and contemporary apparel and accessories.

The First Match

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Antique 19th Century English Prints

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Paper

“A Football Match, Scotland v. England” Antique Engraving, Proof Edition of 100

H 36 in W 45 in D 3 in

Formation Floor Lamp, LED Modern Light, Deep Sea/ Hermes Grey Marble

By Jonathan Ben-Tovim

Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria

with a warm ambience. Two editions of the Formation Floor Lamp are available. The first matches a grey

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2010s Australian Modern Floor Lamps

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Marble, Aluminum

Formation Floor Lamp, LED Modern Light, Deep Sea/ Hermes Grey Marble

H 72 in W 9 in D 9 in

Formation Floor Lamp, LED Modern Light, Brushed Silver / Unfilled Travertine

By Jonathan Ben-Tovim

Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria

with a warm ambience. Two editions of the formation floor lamp are available. The first matches a grey

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2010s Australian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Formation Floor Lamp, LED Modern Light, Brushed Silver / Unfilled Travertine

H 72 in W 9 in D 9 in

Fold Table Lamp, Led Sculptural Modern Light, Brushed Silver/Unfilled Travertine

By Jonathan Ben-Tovim

Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria

editions of the fold table lamp are available. The first matches a solid block of grey marble with an

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2010s Australian Modern Table Lamps

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Travertine, Aluminum

Fold Table Lamp, Led Sculptural Modern Light, Brushed Silver/Unfilled Travertine

H 22 in W 9 in D 4 in

Fold Table Lamp, LED Sculptural Modern Light, Deep Sea/ Hermes Grey Marble

By Jonathan Ben-Tovim

Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria

editions of the fold table lamp are available. The first matches a solid block of grey marble with an

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2010s Australian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Granite, Aluminum

Fold Table Lamp, LED Sculptural Modern Light, Deep Sea/ Hermes Grey Marble

H 22 in W 9 in D 4 in

The First Australian Tourist to Visit England: Bennelong of the Eora Nation 1802

Located in Langweer, NL

-year-old mystery. One of the first Aborigines to interact with British colonists, Bennelong – a senior

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Antique Early 1800s Prints

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Paper

The First Australian Tourist to Visit England: Bennelong of the Eora Nation 1802

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H 10.44 in W 7.88 in D 0 in

Ancient Boxwood Micro Carving Deposition, First Half of the 18th Century

Located in Milano, IT

Boxwood micro carving Deposition Central Europe, first half of the 18th century It measures: the

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Antique 1740s European Baroque Figurative Sculptures

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Boxwood

Ancient Boxwood Micro Carving Deposition, First Half of the 18th Century

H 7.41 in W 5.32 in D 0.63 in

Book match bleached elm dining table

Located in Portland, OR

When we first discovered the beauty of bleached elm, we were completely blown away. Our proprietary

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Tables

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Elm

Book match bleached elm dining table

H 30 in W 36 in D 72 in

Matched Folk Art Indian Pair Pillows

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Matched pair of Indian folk art style pillows on oil cloth. Trunk pieces - we made into pillows, as

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Vintage 1920s Pillows and Throws

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Fabric

Matched Folk Art Indian Pair Pillows

H 18 in W 18 in D 5 in

"Congress and the Nation 1946-1964" First Edition Two-Volume Set, Published 1965

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

. District of Columbia: Congressional Quarterly Service, 1965. First edition, two-volume set. Presented is a

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Vintage 1960s American Books

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Leather, Paper

"Congress and the Nation 1946-1964" First Edition Two-Volume Set, Published 1965

H 11.38 in W 9.13 in D 4.63 in

Polo Etching, Polo Match by Pierre, Georges Jeaniott

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Polo picture, Drypoint Etching by Pierre-Georges Jeaniott. A rare Polo match etching by the artist

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20th Century French Sporting Art Decorative Art

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Wood, Paper

Polo Etching, Polo Match by Pierre, Georges Jeaniott

H 21.26 in W 27.17 in D 0.6 in

Asprey, London, Antique Cut Glass & Silver Match Striker

By Asprey International Limited

Located in Bath, GB

A handsome English Edwardian match strike made from clear glass, hand cut in an attractive bark

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Asprey, London, Antique Cut Glass & Silver Match Striker

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H 2.13 in Dm 3.38 in

20th Century Matched Pair of Glass Duck Decanters

By Hukin & Heath, Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders and James Francis Hollings Shepherd

Located in Northampton, GB

(1901), and the other is by Birmingham silversmiths Hukin & Heath (1912) The first was made by

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20th Century British Glass

Materials

Silver

20th Century Matched Pair of Glass Duck Decanters

H 12 in W 16 in D 8 in

Antique Victorian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and glass match

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Paperweights

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

H 2.4 in W 2.5 in D 2.4 in

19th Century Italian Matched Kingwood Tulipwood Marble Top Corner Cabinet

Located in Forney, TX

An elegant antique European encoignure (corner cupboard). circa 1830 Born in Italy in the first

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Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Corner Cupboards

Materials

Marble

19th Century Italian Matched Kingwood Tulipwood Marble Top Corner Cabinet

H 34 in W 19 in D 13.25 in

Antique Rowland Ward Signed English Taxidermy Horse Hoof Match Holder

By Rowland Ward

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and important late 19th century Victorian era metal mounted horse hoof match holder by

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Taxidermy

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Brass

Antique Rowland Ward Signed English Taxidermy Horse Hoof Match Holder

H 3 in W 4.5 in D 5.625 in

First International Foursome, Vintage Golf Print, Leith Links 1862

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

cobbler, John Paterson, who came from a long line of golfers. The golf match is now known as the first

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Vintage 1920s British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Wood, Paper

First International Foursome, Vintage Golf Print, Leith Links 1862

H 21 in W 26.5 in D 0.75 in

Tabletop sculpture constructed from flitches of book-matched walnut and brass

By Thomas Joynes (British)

Located in London, GB

by hand using hand-selected, book-matched flitches of European burr walnut applied to thirty-three

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Marble, Brass

Tabletop sculpture constructed from flitches of book-matched walnut and brass

H 47.25 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in

Art Deco Machine Age Cubist Dining Table in Book-Matched Rosewood

Located in New York, NY

discerning collectors of first rate Art Deco objects, as well as those with a penchant for all things

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

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Walnut, Lacquer

Art Deco Machine Age Cubist Dining Table in Book-Matched Rosewood

H 29.5 in W 72 in D 40.5 in

Antique French Commode Louis Philippe Style Burl Walnut Book-Matched Marble Top

Located in Chicago, IL

Commode was made with Burl-Walnut that has been carefully Book-Matched with a beautiful marble top. The

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Antique 1870s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Antique French Commode Louis Philippe Style Burl Walnut Book-Matched Marble Top

H 37.25 in W 51.13 in D 23.5 in

Boots and Saddles by Elizabeth B. Custer, First Edition, 1885

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

spine, reback in brown cloth to match. With a new matching archival slipcase. Presented is a first

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Antique 1880s American Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

Boots and Saddles by Elizabeth B. Custer, First Edition, 1885

H 8.25 in W 5.75 in D 1.75 in

Art Deco Book-Matched & Burled, Chrome Pulls & Fluted Back Walnut Vanity / Desk

Located in New York, NY

lacquer, the quality of the materials and construction of this piece is evident on first viewing

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vanities

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Chrome

Art Deco Book-Matched & Burled, Chrome Pulls & Fluted Back Walnut Vanity / Desk

H 30.5 in W 46.5 in D 17.5 in

16 Vintage Wedgwood Ruby Gilt Encrusted Dessert or First Course Plates

By Wedgwood

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

porcelain. The eight inch size is very flexible and can be used for first course, salad or dessert and

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Vintage 1960s Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold, Enamel

16 Vintage Wedgwood Ruby Gilt Encrusted Dessert or First Course Plates

H 1 in Dm 8 in

Art Deco Wall Console in Book Matched Walnut, Burled Amboyna & Black Lacquer

Located in New York, NY

(streamlined and skyscraper style motifs), this piece is sure to delight discerning collectors of first rate

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Console Tables

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Walnut, Lacquer, Amboyna

Art Deco Wall Console in Book Matched Walnut, Burled Amboyna & Black Lacquer

H 38.25 in W 60 in D 12.25 in

Lee's Lieutenants by Douglas Southhall Freeman, Three Vols., First Edition, 1942

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

, 1942. First edition. Three volume set. Rebound in ¼ black leather and cloth, with raised bands, gilt

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Vintage 1940s American Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

Lee's Lieutenants by Douglas Southhall Freeman, Three Vols., First Edition, 1942

H 9.69 in W 7.13 in D 7.19 in

"Surf Culture" First Edition Book "Surf" Signed by Author John Severson

By John Severson Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice "Surf Culture" first edition of the book "Surf" signed by author, surf industry pioneer

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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paper

"Surf Culture" First Edition Book "Surf" Signed by Author John Severson

H 12.75 in W 9.75 in D 1 in

Rare Matched Pair of Louis XVI Style Wall Vitrines by Zwiener, circa 1890

By Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A rare and unusual matched pair of Louis XVI style gilt bronze-mounted wall vitrines by Joseph

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines

Materials

Bronze

Rare Matched Pair of Louis XVI Style Wall Vitrines by Zwiener, circa 1890

H 56.3 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in

Original First Owner Custom Wool Fabric Rocking Lounge Chair, Germany circa 1970

Located in Bergen op Zoom, NL

This 1970 rocking chair has its original first owner custom ordered funky wool fabric The chair

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Foam, Birch

Original First Owner Custom Wool Fabric Rocking Lounge Chair, Germany circa 1970

H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 35.44 in

American Mid Century Walnut Three Drawer Chest Dresser Lane First Edition a Pair

By Lane Acclaim

Located in Forest Grove, PA

chests. The walnut is beautiful, well chosen and book matched. This chests have tapered legs and each

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

American Mid Century Walnut Three Drawer Chest Dresser Lane First Edition a Pair

H 31.25 in W 30.25 in D 18 in

Moby Dick by Herman Melville, First Edition, Illustrated by Rockwell Kent, 1930

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Melville, Herman. Illustrated by Rockwell Kent. Moby Dick. New York: Random House, 1930. First

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Vintage 1930s American Books

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Paper

Moby Dick by Herman Melville, First Edition, Illustrated by Rockwell Kent, 1930

H 8 in W 6 in D 2.5 in

Robert Haussmann Hans Kaufeld / De Sede RH 302 Leather Armchair First Edition

By Robert Haussmann, De Sede, Hans Kaufeld

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Robert Haussmann RH 302 armchair manufactured by Hans Kaufeld. This model is the first early

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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Armchairs

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Chrome

Robert Haussmann Hans Kaufeld / De Sede RH 302 Leather Armchair First Edition

H 33.47 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in

Solheim Cup Matches U.S. Team Signed Pin Flag, USA 13 vs. EUROPE 15, Circa 2011

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

. The 12th Solheim Cup Matches were held September 23-25 in Ireland at Killeen Castle, just northwest of

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2010s Irish Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Fabric, Paper

Solheim Cup Matches U.S. Team Signed Pin Flag, USA 13 vs. EUROPE 15, Circa 2011

H 38.5 in W 29 in D 2.5 in

1920's Danish Hand-crafted Art Nouveau Match and Ash Tray by for P. Ipsens Enke

By P. Ipsens Enke

Located in Knebel, DK

Danish Art Nouveau match holder and ash tray by Viggo N. Myhregaard for P. Ipsens Enke in 1924 The

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

1920's Danish Hand-crafted Art Nouveau Match and Ash Tray by for P. Ipsens Enke

H 4.73 in Dm 7.29 in

Italian Desk from the 60s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

are looking for desk lamp to match your desk, we have what you need. We have specialized in the sale

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Desk from the 60s

H 30.71 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in

"THE SURFER" 1973 Reprint of the Original 1960 Surfer Magazine by John Severson

By John Severson Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

first works while finishing his Master’s Degree at Long Beach State College. In the ’50s he became the

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Mid-20th Century American Paintings

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Paper

"THE SURFER" 1973 Reprint of the Original 1960 Surfer Magazine by John Severson

H 8.5 in W 11 in D 0.25 in

Italian Desk from the 60s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

are looking for desk lamp to match your desk, we have what you need. We have specialized in the sale

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Desk from the 60s

H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 48.04 in

Hand-Painted Patriotic Banner with the Seal of the State of Oregon

Located in York County, PA

. The first seal of the Oregon Territory was employed by its provisional government, between 1843 and

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Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Canvas

Hand-Painted Patriotic Banner with the Seal of the State of Oregon

H 78.75 in W 50.25 in D 4 in

1973 the Exorcist Original Vintage Poster

By Bill Gold

Located in Winchester, GB

the most controversial and troubled films of all-time, it was the first horror to be nominated for an

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Vintage 1970s American Posters

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Paper

1973 the Exorcist Original Vintage Poster

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H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

"The Age of Jackson" by Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., Book of the Month Edition

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

from the first edition copy of 1945, this edition was produced as part of the American Past Series and

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Vintage 1980s American Books

Materials

Paper

"The Age of Jackson" by Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., Book of the Month Edition

H 10 in W 6.88 in D 2.25 in

The Windsor Style by Suzy Menkes (Book)

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

The Windsor Style is the first book to look at the luxurious post-war life of the Duke and Duchess

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Mid-20th Century Books

Materials

Paper

The Windsor Style by Suzy Menkes (Book)

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H 11.25 in W 9 in D 0.75 in

Vintage Golf Book, the Life of Tom Morris

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

collectable golf books on one of golf's most influential figures 'Old Tom'. An original 1908 first edition

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Antique Early 1900s British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Vintage Golf Book, the Life of Tom Morris

H 9 in W 6 in D 2 in

Italian Alabaster Figure of The Medici Lion, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

with the raised right forepaw was first recorded in 1594 by Flaminio Vacca (1538 - 1605). It was

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Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Animal Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

Italian Alabaster Figure of The Medici Lion, 19th Century

H 9.06 in W 11.42 in D 3.15 in

Tom Wolfe, the Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test

By Tom Wolfe, Lawrence Schiller, Ted Streshinsky

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, lies at the heart of The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test, an as-if-first-hand account of the group’s antics

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21st Century and Contemporary European Books

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Paper

Tom Wolfe, the Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test

H 34 in W 24 in D 5 in

1971 The Fight - Muhammad Ali vs Joe Frazier Original Vintage Poster

By Celestino Piatti

Located in Winchester, GB

Joe Frazier. The fight is regarded as the biggest boxing match of all time and one of the largest

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Vintage 1970s American Posters

Materials

Paper

1971 The Fight - Muhammad Ali vs Joe Frazier Original Vintage Poster

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H 45 in W 30 in D 0.1 in

Antique Venetian Early 20th Century Ceramic Reynard the Fox Chess Set

Located in Doha, QA

is a brilliant idea and matches the time period of the first fables versions which date from the

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Early 20th Century Italian Games

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Venetian Early 20th Century Ceramic Reynard the Fox Chess Set

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H 18.12 in W 18.12 in D 0.08 in

"The Perfect Point" Original Oil Painting by Ernest Hart

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Pointer and English Setter on point, one leg raised... sure a hunter someplace behind them. Great match to

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Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Paint

"The Perfect Point" Original Oil Painting by Ernest Hart

H 22 in W 29 in D 2 in

Late English regency stone topped table in the Egyptianate style

Located in New York, NY

period and without yellowing or cracking. One glass eye was replaced at another time and does not match

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Antique 1840s English Regency Center Tables

Materials

Stone

Late English regency stone topped table in the Egyptianate style

H 28.5 in W 27 in D 27 in

Ruben Nakian Bronze Figurine "Leda and the Swan" Limited Edition

By Reuben Nakian

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

and the Swann prior to her being ravaged and during their first meeting. “The young virgin is

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Vintage 1970s American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ruben Nakian Bronze Figurine "Leda and the Swan" Limited Edition

H 11.5 in W 14 in D 6.5 in

Johnny Halliday Rock in the Blood French Edition Signed by Gilles Lhote

Located in North Hollywood, CA

intimacy of editorial meetings at Paris Match, backstage at Bercy, Parc des Princes, and Stade de France, a

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21st Century and Contemporary Folk Art Books

Materials

Paper

Johnny Halliday Rock in the Blood French Edition Signed by Gilles Lhote

H 8.7 in W 5.55 in D 1 in

George Washington after the Painting by Rembrandt Peale, circa 1856

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Philadelphia in 1831 to work for Cephas G. Childs, one of the first commercial Philadelphia firms. Duval worked

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Antique 1850s Prints

Materials

Paper

George Washington after the Painting by Rembrandt Peale, circa 1856

H 35.25 in W 30 in D 2 in

The White House Cookbook by F. L. Gillette, Later Printing, 1894

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

, Care of the Sick, Health Suggestions, Facts Worth Knowing, Etc. First published in 1887, this is a

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Antique 1890s American Books

Materials

Paper

The White House Cookbook by F. L. Gillette, Later Printing, 1894

H 11.25 in W 9 in D 2.63 in

Dutch Modernist Tubular Steel Armchairs in the manner of Marcel Breuer

By Marcel Breuer

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

. Their first pieces were for instance shown at the 1927 ‘Die Wohnung’ exhibition in Stuttgart and as part

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Early 20th Century Dutch Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Dutch Modernist Tubular Steel Armchairs in the manner of Marcel Breuer

H 34.26 in W 21.86 in D 32.68 in

Desk Chair for the King, Style: Art Deco, 1930, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

a desk chair to match your desk, we have what you need. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Desk Chair for the King, Style: Art Deco, 1930, German

H 43.31 in W 19.69 in D 23.63 in

Fontainbleau Renaissance Cabinet Bearing the Dodieu’s Family Coat-of-arms

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

with veneered blackened wood motifs wisely located. They evoke the carpenters activities of the first

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Antique 16th Century Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Fontainbleau Renaissance Cabinet Bearing the Dodieu’s Family Coat-of-arms

H 95.08 in W 53.75 in D 23.04 in

The Elements V Coffee Table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in Geneve, CH

connected in that way and in the form of presented center table would be a perfect match to all kinds of

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2010s British Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Nickel

The Elements V Coffee Table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka

H 13 in W 42.92 in D 63 in

The Elements I Coffee Table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in Geneve, CH

in that way and in the form of presented coffee table would be a perfect match to all kinds of

Category

2010s British Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Nickel

The Elements I Coffee Table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka

H 10 in W 37 in D 53 in

Large Marble Figure by Romanelli, 'The Son of Willaim Tell'

By Pasquale Romanelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pasquale Romanelli (1812-1887) This model is recorded as the first sculpture exhibited by Pasquale

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Large Marble Figure by Romanelli, 'The Son of Willaim Tell'

H 70.5 in Dm 24 in

After the Funeral by Paul Scott, an Illustrated Whittington Press Edition

Located in Middletown, NY

Sally has produced eight meticulously intricate yet lively illustrations which perfectly match the mood

Category

Late 20th Century English Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

After the Funeral by Paul Scott, an Illustrated Whittington Press Edition

H 12.75 in W 10 in D 0.75 in

Bow Complete Set of Porcelain Figures "The Four Elements", Rococo, circa 1765

By Bow Porcelain

Located in London, GB

first potteries in Britain to make soft paste porcelain, and most probably the very first to use bone

Category

Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Bow Complete Set of Porcelain Figures "The Four Elements", Rococo, circa 1765

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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

John Martin 1957 RBA.Impressionist Nude Oil Painting Signed.Bella at the Dresser

By John Martin 1

Located in London, GB

Exeter College of Art where he obtained a First Class Honours Degree. He then studied at the Royal

Category

Vintage 1970s British Paintings

Materials

Canvas

John Martin 1957 RBA.Impressionist Nude Oil Painting Signed.Bella at the Dresser

H 12 in W 9.5 in D 1 in

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What is a match safe?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A match safe is a small portable box that is designed to hold matches and keep them dry. In the early 19th century, these boxes were very popular since matches were known to ignite unexpectedly when carried without a protective cover.
What was the first Rolex watch?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There is no official first Rolex watch, as Hans Wilsdorf, the original watchmaker behind Rolex was making watches before ever branding them as Rolex. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula. But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex. Shop a range of vetted authentic Rolex watches from top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Alexander Graham Bell’s first telephone was made of an iron diaphragm, two electromagnets and a horseshoe magnet. The next model featured a transmitter and receiver but was still a magnetic telephone. Eventually, modifications were made to improve the quality, but it’s essentially this technology and the magnet that made original telephones possible. Shop a collection of antique telephones from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The first Cubist painting was Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, created by Paplo Picasso in 1907. Rejecting the representation of form found in traditional art, Picasso distorted the female form in a geometric manner.
Who first wore jewelry?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Cro-Magnons were the first people to wear jewelry. Archeologists have discovered bone bracelets and necklaces produced roughly 40,000 years ago by the predecessors of Homo sapiens. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique and vintage jewelry.
What was the subject of the first photograph?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The first surviving photograph, taken by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce, depicts an upstairs window in the Burgundy region of France.
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
The first Omega watch to be produced in a series was the Labrador. It debuted in 1885 and featured an advanced movement. Its technology went on to provide the basis for the Swiss watchmaker's 19-ligne Omega Caliber, which came out 10 years later. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Omega watches.
What was Chanel's first collection?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Chanel’s first collection was Chanel Modes, a line of hats. Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel began selling her accessories at her own storefront on rue Cambon in Paris in 1910. The enterprising designer soon added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style, which encompassed traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.
When was the first chair invented?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
Although the very first chair to be invented is up for speculation, one of the earliest was created during the Early Dynastic Period of Egypt around 3100 B.C. Early chairs produced by the ancient Egyptians usually featured wood construction and upholstery made of leather or cloth. Interestingly, they were much lower than today's chairs, with seat heights of around 10 inches versus the average modern dining chair seat height of 18 to 23 inches. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
What was the first Chanel bag?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
The first Chanel bag isn’t known by a specific model name. It was technically created during the 1920s, when Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel began to design handbags as part of the clothing and accessories she was producing for her couture house. While the revolutionary designer and founder of the brand was experimenting with a range of handbag designs during the era, the first Chanel bag to have a recognizable style name was the Chanel 2.55. Unveiled in February 1955, the 2.55 shoulder bag is truly iconic, and its quilted details and clasp have been featured on many other Chanel pieces. Shop a large selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
Who was the first designer for Gucci?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The first designer for Gucci was Guccio Gucci. He also founded the luxury Italian fashion house in 1921 in Florence. Initially, Gucci ran a leather goods shop, but over the years, the company began to produce a full range of apparel and accessories. Shop a wide range of Gucci pieces on 1stDibs.
Who created the first collage?
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No one knows for sure who created the first collage. However, Georges Braques typically gets credit for making the first fine art collage. Produced in 1912, the work of modern art is called Still Life BACH and features elements related to music, including sheet music and instruments. On 1stDibs, find a variety of fine art.
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
No one knows for sure when the very first locket was made, but 16th-century examples have been found. After the execution of Charles I in 1649, people wore lockets that contained miniature portraits of the king, and by the 18th century, it was fashionable to wear lockets that contained locks of hair from someone you admired. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of lockets from some of the world's top sellers.
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In 1928, a patent was issued to two American cousins, Edward Knabush and Edwin Shoemaker, which trademarked the design of a reclining wooden bench. This patent would later go on to become La-Z-Boy. Shop a collection of reclining furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What was the first Gucci watch?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
The first Gucci watch was the Model 2000. In 1974, the timepiece set a Guinness World Record for being the top-selling watch, with more than 1 million units sold within two years. Shop a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
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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.
Who invented the umbrella first?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the umbrella first. However, the history of the accessory has been traced back to China around the year 3,500 B.C. However, some say that the invention occurred during the Warring States period around 476 B.C., when the wife of architect Lu Ban produced an umbrella out of leaves. Shop a diverse assortment of umbrella stands on 1stDibs.
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The first fashion designer was Charles Frederick Worth. Born in England in 1825, Worth apprenticed for textile merchants and relocated to Paris. There, after gaining experience in sales, the British tailor opened a dressmaking department for a large French company before he started a workshop of tailors and seamstresses who produced his early designs for the Parisian elite. Worth was an innovator and an influencer of his day. While his achievements, which include helping pioneer modern couture, are of great historical significance, they shouldn’t overshadow those of important early women in fashion such as Marie Callot Gerber and Jeanne Paquin. After all, fashion takes a village. On 1stDibs, shop a range of historical, vintage and contemporary apparel and accessories.