Question 1

What is a spit jack?

Accepted Answer

A spit jack, sometimes referred to as a roasting jack or turnspit, is a type of rotisserie. A spit jack is also a common silhouette used for French-style chandeliers as a functional aesthetic, typically crafted with iron and designed to hold candlesticks. Shop a selection of spit jack chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 2

Who makes jack-in-the-pulpit vases?

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Many designers make and have made jack-in-the-pulpit vases. The stained glass artisan Louis Comfort Tiffany is particularly well known for producing the decorative objects around the turn of the 20th century. However, Stevens and Williams Glass produced earlier versions during the 1850s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of jack-in-the-pulpit vases.

Question 3

When was Judith Jack jewelry made?

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Judith Jack jewelry was first made during the mid-to-late 20th century. Judith and Jack Rosenberg founded the jewelry maker in 1969. In 2001, the company was sold to the Jones Group and hasn't been an active brand since. During its heyday, Judith Jack was best known for its sterling silver marcasite jewelry inspired by the Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Judith Jack jewelry.

Question 4

What is a vinaigrette box?

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A vinaigrette box is a small metal container (usually silver) with a perforated top. People typically keep strong-smelling substances like vinegar in vinaigrette boxes. They were popular in the 18th century.

Question 5

What is a drawing box?

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A drawing box is set which has a collection of various instruments required for drawing purposes. It comes in various sizes based on the number of instruments packed. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of drawing boxes ranging from the 1930s to 20th century.

Question 6

What is a Cloisonné box?

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Cloisonné is an ancient metalworking technique that creates a decorative design with enamels by the use of wire and metal strips. A Cloisonné box would be decorated in this process and used to store items like jewelry or other trinkets. Shop a collection of Cloisonné boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is a coffer box?

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A coffer box is a wooden box that is covered in leather, studded nails, and has carrying handles on the side. It was used in the Middle ages to carry clothes, valuables, and other goods. Find a collection of antique and vintage wooden furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is a pantry box?

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A pantry box was used commonly in the 19th century to store dry items like sugar, cereals, and spices in the pantry. It is now primarily utilized as a decorative object. It was quite popular since it had handles and could be used to transport products to and from the market. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary pantry boxes from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What is a needlework box?

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A needlework box, or sewing box, is a storage box that has bins and compartments designed specifically for holding needles, threads and other accessories for sewing and needlepoint. Many manufacturers produce them out of wood, but some are fabric or plastic. Shop a selection of sewing boxes on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is a Battersea box?

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A Battersea box is part of the wider umbrella of Battersea enamelware, a kind of painted enamelware produced in England in the mid-18th century. Considered to be of incredibly high quality, pristine examples of this enamelware are highly sought after by collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Battersea enamelware from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 11

What is a filigree box?

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A filigree box likely refers to a jewelry box that features a decoratively embellished exterior owing to intricate metalwork called filigree. This type of metalwork sees threaded metal and beads woven together or separately to form elaborate patterns and motifs. Find a collection of antique and vintage filigree boxes on 1stDibs today.

Question 12

What is a butterfly box?

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A butterfly box is a nesting box built for butterflies to have shelter during nasty weather. These boxes are usually made of wood and have multiple vertical openings for butterflies to enter. These boxes will not only add up the beauty of your garden but also will help the population of butterflies to sustain. Shop a range of butterfly boxes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What are vanity boxes?

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Vanity boxes are small ornately decorated boxes used to hold a woman's grooming essentials, such as a powder puff and a mirror. Although initially designed for travel, they are usually placed on a vanity table or dresser in modern homes. Find a selection of antique and vintage vanity boxes on 1stDibs.

Question 14

What is an apothecary box?

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An apothecary box is a type of small cupboard or trunk formerly used by pharmacists and physicians to store medicines and tools in the many small compartments and drawers. Today, apothecary boxes are popular in homes as antique or rustic-looking decorative objects. Shop a range of antique and vintage apothecary cabinets on 1stDibs.

Question 15

What is a bentwood box?

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A bentwood box is a traditionally crafted style of a box from a single piece of wood that has been steamed and bent to form a box. Three of its four corners are bent at a 90-degree angle, with the fourth corner pinned, stitched, or glued in place. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary bentwood boxes from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What is a shadow box?

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A shadow box is a shallow enclosed case, usually with a glass front, in which something, often a sentimental object, is set for protection and display.

Question 17

What is a firewood box?

Accepted Answer

A firewood box is a storage container designed to hold firewood. Normally, people place the boxes next to the fireplace to keep wood within easy reach. Wood and metal are the materials most frequently used to produce the boxes. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage firewood boxes.

Question 18

What is a book box?

Accepted Answer

A book box is a small box that plays a trick on the eye. On the outside, it is painted to look like a book, but on the inside is a carved out interior, meant to store your trinkets and wares. On 1stDibs, find a collection of book boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 19

What is a blanket box?

Accepted Answer

A blanket box refers to a piece of storage furniture that is primarily used to store blankets and quilts. Find a collection of antique and vintage blanket boxes on 1stDibs today.

Question 20

What is a camphor box?

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Camphor boxes are storage boxes traditionally used to transport precious items like silk, porcelain and tea from China to Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. Camphor wood served as the material for these highly decorative boxes because it was durable and naturally repellent to moths and other pests. Find a selection of camphor boxes on 1stDibs.

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