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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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 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.

What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?

The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

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 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.

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.

Used School Furniture

Vintage School Chairs

Robert W Irwin Furniture

Amsterdam Modern

Floral Screen

Category

20th Century Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Upholstered Amsterdamse School Chairs, The Netherlands Early 20th Century

H 39.38 in W 24.61 in D 23.43 in

Pair of Antique Bronze Bank Teller Window Guards

Located in New York, NY

Pair of bank teller window guards made by the Grand Rapids School Furniture Company. They are made

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Bronze Bank Teller Window Guards

H 33.5 in W 18 in D 0.5 in

Arne Jacobsen children’s chair 3103 T-chair, teak, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950s

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Forserum, SE

. Early version produced in the 1950s by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, as a part of their school furniture

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen children’s chair 3103 T-chair, teak, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950s

H 24.41 in W 13.39 in D 14.97 in

Woven Rush Amsterdamse School Chair by Jac. Levee, The Netherlands 1930s

Located in Utrecht, NL

. Amsterdamse School furniture is renowned for its expressive and sculptural qualities. Designers like Jac

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Woven Rush Amsterdamse School Chair by Jac. Levee, The Netherlands 1930s

H 26.78 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in

Early 1900s Green Painted Wood & Metal Child’s Desk Chair by W.G. Shattuck

Located in Southampton, NY

, established a factory for the manufacture of school furniture on the third of three mill sites. Workers

Category

Early 20th Century American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Early 1900s Green Painted Wood & Metal Child’s Desk Chair by W.G. Shattuck

H 26 in W 11.63 in D 12 in

Large brass palm tree lamp for Maison Jansen, 1970s

By Maison Jansen, Christian Techoueyres

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

room. Looks great with Amsterdam School furniture, but also with brutalist, vintage and classic styles

Category

Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large brass palm tree lamp for Maison Jansen, 1970s

H 41.34 in Dm 29.53 in

Robert Irwin Louis XV Style French Walnut Chest of Drawers Tallboy Dresser

By Robert W. Irwin Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

School Furniture Co. He started as an office clerk and then became plant superintendent. He later

Category

Vintage 1930s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Brass

Robert Irwin Louis XV Style French Walnut Chest of Drawers Tallboy Dresser

H 44 in W 34.5 in D 20 in

Jan de Jong Bossche School Stool Holland 1970

By Jan de Jong

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Rare and very collectable example of the "Bossche school" furniture by architect Jan de Jong

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

Jan de Jong Bossche School Stool Holland 1970

H 17.72 in W 12.6 in D 22.05 in

Robert W Irwin Louis XV French Walnut Bedside End Table Nightstand

By Robert W. Irwin Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

Irwin rose from office clerk to plant superintendent of the Grand Rapids School Furniture Co. In 1900 he

Category

Vintage 1930s Louis XV Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Robert W Irwin Louis XV French Walnut Bedside End Table Nightstand

H 27 in W 19 in D 13 in

Pair Curved Mid-Century Modern Sofas / Settees, Loveseats John Stuart for Irwin

By John Stuart

Located in Manhasset, NY

Irwin rose from office clerk to plant superintendent of the Grand Rapids School Furniture Co. In 1900 he

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair Curved Mid-Century Modern Sofas / Settees, Loveseats John Stuart for Irwin

H 26 in W 66 in D 27 in

Jan de Jong High Chairs Bossche School 1970 Dom Hans van der Laan

By Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan de Jong

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Rare and very collectable examples of the "Bossche school" furniture by architect Jan de Jong

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Jan de Jong High Chairs Bossche School 1970 Dom Hans van der Laan

H 47.25 in W 22.05 in D 19.69 in

Jan de Jong Dining Table Bossche School Holland 1970 Dom Hans van der Laan

By Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan de Jong

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Rare and very collectable example of the "Bossche school" furniture by architect Jan de Jong

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Jan de Jong Dining Table Bossche School Holland 1970 Dom Hans van der Laan

H 29.14 in W 77.56 in D 33.08 in

Pair of Oak Art Deco “Haagse School” Chair By H. Fels For L.O.V. Oosterbeek 1920

By L.O.V. Oosterbeek

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

. The colleagues were the Amsterdam and Haagse school furniture makers. Object: 2 chairs Designer: Henk

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Oak Art Deco “Haagse School” Chair By H. Fels For L.O.V. Oosterbeek 1920

H 33 in W 18 in D 17 in

Jacques Uppelschoten Bossche School Dining Set, 1978

By Dom Hans van der Laan

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Rare and very nice example of the "Bossche school" furniture by architect Jacques Uppelschoten

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Iron

Jacques Uppelschoten Bossche School Dining Set, 1978

H 29.93 in W 67.72 in D 38.59 in

Ahrend/ De Cirkel no. 600 Museum Bench by Bas Puyser, 1990s, Rijksmuseum

By Ahrend de Cirkel

Located in CULEMBORG, GE

Born in 1950 and educated at the Rietveld Academy in Amsterdam, Bas Pruyser designed school

Category

1990s Dutch Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Ahrend/ De Cirkel no. 600 Museum Bench by Bas Puyser, 1990s, Rijksmuseum

H 31.11 in W 68.9 in D 24.41 in

MCM Burke Brunswick Tulip Side Table Style Saarinen Gray Base Faux Woodgrain Top

By Brunswick Co., Burke, Inc.

Located in Topeka, KS

manufacturing school furniture and gymnasium equipment and, obviously, benches, chairs, stools, and other

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

MCM Burke Brunswick Tulip Side Table Style Saarinen Gray Base Faux Woodgrain Top

H 19.75 in Dm 17.5 in

Art Deco Oak Dining Chair By J.A. Muntendam For L.O.V. Oosterbeek 1920s.

By L.O.V. Oosterbeek

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

social provisions for the employees. The colleagues were the Amsterdam and Haagse school furniture makers

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Art Deco Oak Dining Chair By J.A. Muntendam For L.O.V. Oosterbeek 1920s.

H 36 in W 20 in D 18 in

Pair of Tall Ceramic Table Lamps by Palshus, Design by Esben Klint for Le Klint

By Le Klint, Soholm Pottery, Gunnar Nylund, Palshus, Esben Klint

Located in Vorst, BE

famous danish furniture designer). He created a timeless design with this model, it has a contemporary

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Tall Ceramic Table Lamps by Palshus, Design by Esben Klint for Le Klint

H 27.17 in Dm 15.75 in

Pair of Tall Ceramic Table Lamps by Palshus, Design by Esben Klint for Le Klint

By Gunnar Nylund, Esben Klint, Palshus, Le Klint, Soholm Pottery

Located in Vorst, BE

famous danish furniture designer). He created a timeless design with this model, it has a contemporary

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Tall Ceramic Table Lamps by Palshus, Design by Esben Klint for Le Klint

H 27.17 in Dm 13.78 in

Pair of dark blue Tall Ceramic table lamps by Palshus, Esben Klint for Le Klint

By Le Klint, Soholm Pottery, Gunnar Nylund, Palshus, Esben Klint

Located in Vorst, BE

. During the 1960's he worked on school furniture, among other things, in a collaboration with his good

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of dark blue Tall Ceramic table lamps by Palshus, Esben Klint for Le Klint

H 25.2 in Dm 13.78 in

Tall Ceramic table lamp by Palshus, design by Esben Klint for Le Klint

By Le Klint, Einar Johansen, Palshus, Esben Klint, Soholm Pottery

Located in Vorst, BE

own architect business. During the 1960's he worked on school furniture, among other things, in a

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Tall Ceramic table lamp by Palshus, design by Esben Klint for Le Klint

H 26.38 in Dm 13.78 in

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs Model 1001 by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka M

By Sven Ivar Dysthe

Located in Brussels, BE

there at its newly created field of industrial design. The general manager at the school, furniture

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs Model 1001 by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka M

H 32.68 in W 25.4 in D 22.05 in

Set of Six Haagse School Oak Dining Chairs with Velour Seats, Netherlands 1930s

Located in Utrecht, NL

furniture designers. One thing that connects Haagse School furniture is the appreciation of beautiful

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Six Haagse School Oak Dining Chairs with Velour Seats, Netherlands 1930s

H 32.68 in W 19.3 in D 20.48 in

French Art Deco Lounge Chair in Blue Velvet and Oak

Located in Waalwijk, NL

base that recall the careful detailing often seen in Amsterdamse School furniture. These lines are

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Lounge Chair in Blue Velvet and Oak

H 32.09 in W 25.2 in D 29.14 in

French Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Blue Velvet and Oak

Located in Waalwijk, NL

base that recall the careful detailing often seen in Amsterdamse School furniture. These lines are

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

French Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Blue Velvet and Oak

H 32.09 in W 25.2 in D 29.14 in

A Pair of Haagse School Art Deco Lounge Chairs, The Netherlands 1930s

Located in Utrecht, NL

the Gray School, this can hardly be said about furniture designers. One thing that connects Haagse

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

A Pair of Haagse School Art Deco Lounge Chairs, The Netherlands 1930s

H 28.35 in W 24.81 in D 30.32 in

4-Piece Federal Bedroom Set: Vanity, End Table, Dresser, Chest of Drawers

By Royal, Robert W. Irwin Co.

Located in Soquel, CA

Grand Rapids in 1889 from Harbor Beach to join the Grand Rapids School Furniture Co. (later American

Category

Early 20th Century American Federal Bedroom Sets

Materials

Brass

4-Piece Federal Bedroom Set: Vanity, End Table, Dresser, Chest of Drawers

H 35.5 in W 50 in D 22 in

Early 19th Century Rimpa School Floral Screen

By Rimpa School

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Early 19th Century Rimpa School Floral Screen Period: Early 19th Century Dimensions: 367x171 cm

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Early 19th Century Rimpa School Floral Screen

H 67.33 in W 144.49 in D 1.19 in

Early 19th Century Rimpa School Floral Screen

By Rimpa School

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Early 19th Century Rimpa School Floral Screen Period: Early 19th Century Dimensions: 367x171 cm

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Early 19th Century Rimpa School Floral Screen

H 67.33 in W 144.49 in D 1.19 in

Italian School "Landscape", 18th Century

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Madrid, ES

15cm in plus. with gold trim. Materials: Oil on canvas. Additional information: Italian School.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Paint

Italian School "Landscape", 18th Century

H 24.02 in W 35.04 in D 4.73 in

Late Edo Period Rinpa School Chrysanthemum Blossom Screen

By Rimpa School

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Late Edo Period Rinpa School Chrysanthemum Blossom Screen Period: late Edo, early 19th century

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Late Edo Period Rinpa School Chrysanthemum Blossom Screen

H 67.72 in W 143.31 in D 0.79 in

Edo Period Rimpa School Golden Screen - Summer Florals

By Rimpa School

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Edo Period Golden Screen - Summer Florals Period: Edo Size: 285 x 92.5 cm (112.2 x 36.4 inches) SKU: PTA141 This Edo period screen is a golden-framed window into the summer gardens...

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Edo Period Rimpa School Golden Screen - Summer Florals

H 36.42 in W 112.21 in D 1.19 in

Painting of a Tale of Genji Scene, Tosa School

By Tosa School

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Japanese 17th century school "Tale of Genji Scene" painting on paper, mounted to board. Nicely

Category

Antique 17th Century Japanese Japonisme Decorative Art

Materials

Paint, Paper

Painting of a Tale of Genji Scene, Tosa School

H 18.5 in W 16.6 in D 1.5 in

Traditional English Painting Church and Figures at Altarnun, Cornish School

By English School

Located in Cirencester, GB

Artist/ School: Norman A. Olley ( British, 20th Century, 1908-1996), 1995, signed to the front and

Category

Late 20th Century English Paintings

Materials

Other

Traditional English Painting Church and Figures at Altarnun, Cornish School

H 9.5 in W 13.5 in D 1 in

Seymour School Federal Period Mahogany Gaming Table with Lunette Inlay c.1810

By Seymour School

Located in Milford, NH

A beautifully detailed Seymour School Federal Period hand carved mahogany gaming table with shaped

Category

Antique 1810s American Sheraton Game Tables

Materials

Brass

Seymour School Federal Period Mahogany Gaming Table with Lunette Inlay c.1810

H 30 in W 37 in D 16 in

Amazing 17th Century Italian School "Saint Joseph and the Child"

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Madrid, ES

17th Century Italian School "Saint Joseph and the Child" oil painting on canvas 95cm x 67cm

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Paint

Amazing 17th Century Italian School "Saint Joseph and the Child"

H 26.38 in W 37.41 in D 3.94 in

Italian Living Room Furniture in Various Types of Wood

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Milano, IT

Italian living room furniture in various wood species from the 1950s. The furniture has a very

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Italian Living Room Furniture in Various Types of Wood

H 64.97 in W 59.06 in D 18.12 in

Brutalist School Mosaic Headboard by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Nice full size headboard in the Brutalist style, manufactured by Lane Furniture, from the Mosaic

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Brutalist School Mosaic Headboard by Lane

H 42 in W 60 in D 1.75 in

Spanish Painting Portrait“Castilian Macebearer”José Alcázar Tejedor Roma school

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Valladolid, ES

themes. He developed his training at the San Fernando School of Fine Arts in Madrid, as a disciple of

Category

Antique 1880s Spanish Beaux Arts Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Spanish Painting Portrait“Castilian Macebearer”José Alcázar Tejedor Roma school

H 63 in W 47.25 in D 1.97 in

Art Deco Period Ceiling Lamp Amsterdam School Brass and Art Glass 1920s

By Amsterdam Furniture Corp.

Located in Verviers, BE

Eye-catching ceiling lamp designed and manufactured in Den Haag, Octagonal Amsterdam School

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Period Ceiling Lamp Amsterdam School Brass and Art Glass 1920s

H 43.31 in Dm 23.63 in

Vintage Drexel Heritage English School Adam’s Style Neoclassical Armoire 20thC

By Heritage Furniture

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Vintage Drexel Heritage English Adam’s Style Neoclassical Armoire 20thC Measures- 88.25"H x 43.25"W...

Category

20th Century Adam Style Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Drexel Heritage English School Adam’s Style Neoclassical Armoire 20thC

H 88.25 in W 43.25 in D 24.75 in

Large Antique English Arts & Crafts Copper Oval Mirror Keswick School C.1900

By Keswick School of Industrial Art

Located in London, GB

Large antique English Arts & Crafts copper oval mirror Keswick School C.1900 Large oval copper

Category

20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Copper

Large Antique English Arts & Crafts Copper Oval Mirror Keswick School C.1900

H 34.26 in W 24.22 in D 1.78 in

Vintage Berkey & Gay School Carved Walnut Grape & Vine Center Table, Circa 1930

By Berkey & Gay Furniture

Located in Big Flats, NY

A vintage center table in the manner of Berkey & Gay offers walnut construction with octagonal top having carved grape and vine bordering raised on four reeded columns seated on base...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Vintage Berkey & Gay School Carved Walnut Grape & Vine Center Table, Circa 1930

H 30.25 in Dm 38.75 in

Barbizon School, Undergrowth Landscape, 19th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Barbizon school, in good condition , beautiful colors and brightness Indecipherable signature at the

Category

Antique 19th Century French Barbizon School Paintings

Materials

Paint

Barbizon School, Undergrowth Landscape, 19th Century

H 40.95 in W 48.04 in D 3.94 in

Crime School

Located in London, GB

Original US film poster for the 1938 crime drama Crime School. This film starred Humphrey Bogart

Category

Vintage 1930s American Posters

Materials

Paper

Crime School

H 14 in W 8 in D 0.1 in

Barbizon School Oil Painting, Windmill Scene, France, 1800s

Located in Lisbon, PT

School tradition, known for its focus on the natural landscape and rural life. The composition features

Category

Antique 19th Century French Barbizon School Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Barbizon School Oil Painting, Windmill Scene, France, 1800s

H 25.6 in W 30.71 in D 2.76 in

Arts School Bench

Located in Greenwich, CT

A Scottish Arts and Crafts period arts school bench of thick solid pale oak slabs for the ends

Category

Early 20th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Oak

Arts School Bench

H 39.5 in W 71 in D 26.5 in

Barbizon School, 19th Century Forest Landscapes Oil on Canvas

Located in Buchanan, MI

Barbizon School (19th century) Forest Landscapes oil on canvas; oil on board 13 3/8 x 21 3

Category

Antique 19th Century Barbizon School Paintings

Barbizon School, 19th Century Forest Landscapes Oil on Canvas

H 13.25 in W 21.25 in D 3 in

Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School occasional table, 1920s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

style is recognizable as Amsterdam School with the black ball/bullet decorations and the sculptural

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School occasional table, 1920s

H 19.69 in Dm 12.6 in

Set of 2 Amsterdam School Oak Chairs, Netherlands, 1920s

Located in Rīga, LV

Set of two Amsterdam School chairs with original velour upholstery and spring seats. I have 2

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of 2 Amsterdam School Oak Chairs, Netherlands, 1920s

H 39.77 in W 19.69 in D 19.3 in

Amsterdam School Design Painted Side Table, Netherlands 1920's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Early 20th Century Amsterdam School Design Painted Furniture Side Table. Made in the Netherlands

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Arts and Crafts Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Amsterdam School Design Painted Side Table, Netherlands 1920's

H 26.78 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Set of 2 Amsterdam School Oak Armchairs, Netherlands, 1920s

Located in Rīga, LV

Set of two Amsterdam School armchairs with original velour upholstery and spring seats. I have 2

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of 2 Amsterdam School Oak Armchairs, Netherlands, 1920s

H 40.95 in W 24.81 in D 20.87 in

Austrian School Artwork

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Charcoal drawing by art student.

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Drawings

Materials

Paper

Austrian School Artwork

H 32 in W 25.5 in D 1 in

20th Century American Vintage "Prairie School" Throne Chair

By Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Adrian Pearsall, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Brooklyn, NY

, particularly the "Prairie School". Following in the footsteps of the architectural furniture designs of

Category

Early 20th Century American Prairie School Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood, Oak, Walnut

20th Century American Vintage "Prairie School" Throne Chair

H 47 in W 25 in D 30 in

C F A Voysey, Keswick School of Industrial Art, Arts & Crafts silver salt shaker

By Keswick School of Industrial Art, Charles Voysey

Located in London, GB

C.F.A. Voysey attributed. Made by the Keswick School of Industrial Art. An Arts and Crafts silver

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

C F A Voysey, Keswick School of Industrial Art, Arts & Crafts silver salt shaker

H 2.5 in Dm 1.2 in

Large Art Deco/Modernist geometric Amsterdamse school tapestry. Netherlands 1925

Located in Buffalo, NY

Large Art Deco/Modernist geometric Amsterdamse school tapestry. Netherlands 1925,, Mohair velvet

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Tapestries

Materials

Mohair

Large Art Deco/Modernist geometric Amsterdamse school tapestry. Netherlands 1925

H 103 in W 53 in D 103 in

Art Deco Amsterdam School Side Table in Oak, 1930s Netherlands

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Beautiful Art Deco Amsterdam School side table from the 1930s. Solid and veneered oak table with

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Amsterdam School Side Table in Oak, 1930s Netherlands

H 24.41 in Dm 31.89 in

19th Century Barbizon School Pastoral Landscape, France, Circa 1890

By Leon Richet

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A bucolic & sensitively rendered Barbizon School pastoral landscape depicting a lone figure

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Barbizon School Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas, Paint

19th Century Barbizon School Pastoral Landscape, France, Circa 1890

H 17.75 in W 20.25 in D 2.75 in

Dutch Art Deco Umbrella Stand, Haagse School, 1920s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

A large Haagse School 1920s umbrella stand with a geometric, modernist design. The stand is solid

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Umbrella Stands

Materials

Macassar, Oak

Dutch Art Deco Umbrella Stand, Haagse School, 1920s

H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 8.67 in

19th Century, American School Oil on Board Landscape - New Hampshire School

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite 19th-century American School oil on board is a captivating example of the New

Category

Antique 19th Century American Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Masonite

19th Century, American School Oil on Board Landscape - New Hampshire School

H 13.5 in W 16.5 in D 3 in

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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 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.
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.
Can I use pecan wood for furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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.
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 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 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.
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 product to use on wood furniture?
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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.
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.
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 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.
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.