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Willy Rizzo - Cabinet Elm Burl Wood
By Mario Sabot, Willy Rizzo
Located in London, GB
Willy Rizzo cabinet, from the 1970s, it's a piece of history of furniture design.
Feel free to
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Furniture Reference Books, Shaker, Early American, Contemporary Collection of 5
By Various Makers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A collection of five hard-bound history of furniture styles and makers reference books full of
Category
20th Century American International Style Books
Materials
Paper
H 6 in W 10 in D 14 in
Mallett Millennium, Fine Antique Furniture and Works of Art, Lanto Synge
By Lanto Synge
Located in valatie, NY
documents the history of furniture design and decorative arts in general. Chapters discuss the uses of
Category
1990s English Books
Materials
Paper
Rare Large 19th Century Carved Chinese Wooden Stool
Located in Atlanta, GA
. The stool is from northern China’s Shanxi province, where they have a rich history of furniture making
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm
Jim Rose Ming Steel Offering Table
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
. The culmination of years of studying the vernacular history of furniture design, these timeless forms
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Console Tables
Materials
Steel
Deer Sculpture Art Chair, Rococo Style Antique Chair with Crystal by GORDON GU
Located in hong kong, HK
milestones in the history of furniture art.
Artist Zhisong Cai was invited to artistically treat the chair
Category
2010s Chinese Rococo Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Crystal
H 40.95 in W 23.75 in D 23.04 in
Antique 18th Century George III Chippendale Mahogany Carved Card/Side Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
England and one of the most perplexing figures in the history of furniture.
H 72.5cm
W 83cm
D 38.5cm
1780.
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Antique 18th Century English George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Materials
Other
H 28.55 in W 32.68 in D 15.16 in
2020s Edition of 1970s 1-2-3 Chair by Verner Panton for VerPan, Denmark
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Amsterdam, NL
this chair the eye-catching appearance that earned it a spot in the history of furniture design! It’s
Category
Vintage 1970s European Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Luigi Colani Children Zocker 1972 Top-System Burkhard Lübke Germany
By Luigi Colani
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
for children. For the first time in the history of furniture design a chair for adults was developed
Category
Vintage 1970s German Children's Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Bookcase Model 35 Made In Rosewood By Omann Jun. Furniture Factory From 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish furniture design. With its rich wood material and careful construction, this bookcase is not only
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
H 46.86 in W 70.48 in D 11.42 in
Fine Antique 18th Century Chippendale Childs Mahogany Pembroke Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
the history of furniture.
Measures: H 62cm x W 74.5cm x D 83.5cm.
When flaps down 44cm.
Dated
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Antique 18th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Other
H 24.41 in W 29.34 in D 32.88 in
Customizable Wittmann Aura Armchair Designed by Paolo Piva
By Wittmann, Paolo Piva
Located in New York, NY
Aura is inseparable from Wittmann. This compact armchair added a new chapter to the history of
Category
2010s Austrian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Customizable Upholstery Wittmann Aura Sofa by Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
Aura is inseparable from Wittmann. This compact armchair added a new chapter to the history of
Category
2010s Austrian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Mid-Century Modernist Chromecraft Sculpta Unicorn Swivel Chair
By Chromcraft
Located in New York, NY
history of furniture, truly a "unicorn" find for any serious design collector. The piece features a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.14 Chair in Black with Upholstered Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The great classic. The item that is absolutely the most famous and most sold in the history of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.14 Chair in Black with Plywood Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Adolf Loos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The great classic. The item that is absolutely the most famous and most sold in the history of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Poltrona Armchair
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
role in the history of furniture design, becoming a worldwide icon. Created to enhance conversation
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 26.38 in W 29.93 in D 27.56 in
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.14 Chair in Black with Woven Cane Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Adolf Loos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The great classic. The item that is absolutely the most famous and most sold in the history of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.14 Chair in Black with Cane Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Adolf Loos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The great classic. The item that is absolutely the most famous and most sold in the history of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.14 Perforated Chair in Black with Plywood Seat
By Adolf Loos, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The great classic. The item that is absolutely the most famous and most sold in the history of
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 36.2 in W 16.5 in D 19.2 in
Brass and Tortoiseshell Inlaid Boulle Style Ebonised Wood Cabinets
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in London, GB
name has come to symbolise an entire style and period in the history of furniture.
Each cabinet is
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze
Zanotta Quaderna 656 Small Table in White Plastic Laminate by Superstudio
By Superstudio, Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
history of furniture, which Aurelio Zanotta was ready to turn into a myth.
Additional Information
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21st Century and Contemporary Tables
Materials
Plastic
Pair of Wicker Stool by Gian Franco Legler
Located in BARCELONA, ES
window into the history of furniture design. from the middle of the 20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Stools
Materials
Iron
Zanotta Quaderna 710 Console Table in White Plastic Laminate by Superstudio
By Zanotta, Superstudio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Quaderna collection, the most architectural items ever seen in the long history of furniture
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Console Tables
Materials
Plastic
H 33.08 in W 70.87 in D 16.54 in
Armchair model 4794 by Gae Aulenti for Kartell
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Centreville, VA
the history of furniture design. The series, comprising a table (Model 4894), an armchair (Model 4794
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Polystyrene
Elegant 1940s coffee table by Danish modern cabinet maker in elm and hardwood.
By Josef Frank, Finn Juhl
Located in København K, 84
simplicity makes it a significant piece in the history of furniture design and a prized example of mid-20th
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Elm, Hardwood
H 22.84 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
1980s Vintage Chests From Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Hartville, OH
1 of 2 Monumental Chests of Drawers from Century Furniture. Distressed finish, beautiful hardware
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Vintage 1980s American British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stone
1970s Vintage Century Furniture Omni Collection 4 Drawer Chest
By Century Furniture
Located in Hartville, OH
Magnificent vintage piece from the Omni Collection by Century Furniture. Monumental in size this
Category
Vintage 1970s American Beaux Arts Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
cocktail chair
Located in BARCELONA, ES
the history of furniture design.
Category
Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
A Pair of High Chests by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This pair of high chests designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture were produced in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Set of Four Stools in Cowhide, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Most of Europe has a long history of furniture-making. Through the 19th century, the country also
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker Stained Oak Stool, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Denmark has a long history of furniture-making. Through the 19th century, the country also had a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Ole Wanscher Safari Chairs in Oak & Light Canvas, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in Odense, DK
and published many books concerning the history of furniture design and the characteristics of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak
H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 24.02 in
Pair Italian Wood & Leather Folding Tripolina Lounge Chairs, Joseph Fendy, 1937
By Joseph Fendy, Brevettato, Paolo Viganò
Located in New York, NY
casual elegance. They also strike an important design statement that references the history of furniture
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 40 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in
Exhibition Satinwood Sideboard By Wright And Mansfield
By Wright and Mansfield
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antiques Buyer by David Dickinson, page 169, and History of Furniture by Michael Huntley, page 182.
Circa
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Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Sideboards
Materials
Marble, Bronze
History of The American People, French Book in 2 Volumes by André Maurois, 1955
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Histoire du Peuple Americain (History of the American People), French book in two volumes by André
Category
Vintage 1950s French Modern Books
Materials
Paper
H 11 in W 8.88 in D 1.19 in
Nordic Modern Daybed in Sheepskin, Scandinavia, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
a long history of furniture-making. Through the 19th century, the area also had a very strong
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Daybed in Walnut and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
the history of furniture design and over the years it has become an important modernist staple. The
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2010s Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Daybed in Walnut Black Oil and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
history of furniture design and over the years it has become an important modernist staple. The
Category
2010s Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Daybench in White Ash and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
the history of furniture design and over the years it has become an important modernist staple. The
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Wood
Daybed in White Ash and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
history of furniture design and over the years it has become an important modernist staple. The
Category
2010s Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Gufram Standard Colors Bocca Unlimited by Studio 65
By Studio 65, Gufram Furniture
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
gives a signature matte to the sexiest lips in the history of furniture, interpreting the atmosphere of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
Gufram Special Colors Bocca Unlimited by Studio 65
By Studio 65, Gufram Furniture
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
gives a signature matte to the sexiest lips in the history of furniture, interpreting the atmosphere of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
Very Rare and Important 16th C. French Renaissance Cabinet or Dressoir, ca. 1580
By Jacques Androuet Du Cerceau
Located in Miami Beach, FL
, Printed Furniture Designs before 1650, Furniture History Society
Jacques Thirion, Mobilier Moyen Age
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Renaissance Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Walnut
H 61 in W 49 in D 18 in
Daybed with Upholstered Mattress and Brass Shoes, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
pillows or throws to customize it.
Denmark has a long history of furniture-making. Through the 19th
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Danish Oak Daybed with Upholstered Mattress and Pillow, Denmark, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, bringing modernism and quality to any space.
Denmark has a long history of furniture-making. Through the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 14.57 in W 75.6 in D 33.08 in
European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Bouclé with Oak Legs, Europe 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
timeless icons, preserving the unique essence of a transformative period in the history of furniture design
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 32.09 in W 29.14 in D 31.11 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Wingback Chair with Beech Frame, Denmark, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
look and injects the design with modern elegance.
Denmark has a long history of furniture-making
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 39.77 in W 28.75 in D 30.32 in
1960s Sideboard La Permanente Mobili Cantù in Veneered Rosewood with Maple Inlay
Located in Vigonza, Padua
metal legs. Interior veneered with maple
La Permanente Mobili Cantù
The History of Furniture cannot
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
H 68.9 in W 98.43 in D 19.69 in
History of Modern Furniture by Karl Mang (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
years of furniture design, 'The History of Modern Furniture' is also noteworthy as an examination of the
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20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
1950's Italian Sofa by Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi
By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi
Located in New York, NY
status as influential figures in the history of furniture design.
In conclusion, the sofa by Franco
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Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Cabinetmaker Modern Bouclé Daybed, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
.
Denmark has a long history of furniture-making. Through the 19th century, the country also had a very
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
History of Chair 'Furniture Book, Catalogue', 1972 / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1972, Museum of decorative arts in Prague.
- 2000 copies
- czech language
- original condition, see the photos
- pages not numered
- many pictures of chairs by Mies van der Ro...
Category
Vintage 1970s Books
Materials
Paper
Early Widdicomb Victorian Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers, Circa 1870
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
this piece from 1869-1873. A true piece of American furniture history.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of G Plan Teak 'Fresco' Side Chests by Victor Wilkins, English, ca. 1960
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Britain]. (see the British website, Venterior, History of G Plan Furniture, March 23, 2020).
When the
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 20.5 in W 17.5 in D 18.75 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Daybed with Upholstered Mattress, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
concept among Scandinavian furniture designers and makers. The sleek look is the result of the clean lines
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
H 17.52 in W 78.75 in D 43.12 in
Expertly Restored - Stanley Young Walnut 3-Drawer Chest for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Stanley Young
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
H 32.75 in W 32.75 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Delineator Chest of Drawers by Paul McCobb for Lane, c1960s
By Lane Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Chino Hills, CA
manufactured by Lane, a company with a rich history in producing high-quality furniture. Lane is renowned for
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
H 45.25 in W 42 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Highboy Dresser. Circa 1960s.
By Lane Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
age and history. One of the lower drawers handles is missing a part. Please see close up pictures for
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall Highboy Chest for Glenn of California
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
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- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024The history of Martinsville furniture starts with the founding of the company in Martinsville, Virginia, in 1906 by Ancil Witten and Charles Keesee, a pair of former tobacco farmers. They launched their business with $30,000 in capital and began to manufacture bedroom furniture under the name American Furniture Company. In the 1920s, American Furniture Company expanded its offerings from bedroom furnishings with a range of dining room sets. By the 1950s, the company’s name had been changed to American of Martinsville, and it had gained a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship as well as a variety of furniture styles. Inspired by designers like George Nakashima and Paul László, the brand innovated with wood. Merton Gershun was one of the company's most prolific designers, and he was responsible for some of its most successful modern furniture lines using the richer, darker woods that would become emblematic of mid-century furniture. Gershun's most popular line was Dania, with its sleek walnut credenzas fitted with stylish brass accents and large drawers. Today, American of Martinsville specializes in furniture for the healthcare and hospitality industries. Find a variety of American of Martinsville furniture on 1stDibs.
- What are amphorae in history?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Historically, amphorae are vessels made of pottery that feature elongated bodies and curved handles on either side of their necks. The Ancient Greeks used amphorae to store grain and liquids like oil, milk and wine. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of amphorae.
- What is the history of Kartell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The history of Kartell starts with an Italian chemical engineer named Giulio Castelli and his wife, Anna Ferrieri. The couple founded Kartell in Milan as an industrial design firm, producing utilitarian items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. Even as companies like Olivetti and Vespa were making Italian design popular in the 1950s, typewriters and scooters were relatively costly, and Castelli and Ferrieri wanted to provide Italian consumers with affordable, stylish goods. They launched a housewares division of Kartell in 1953, making lighting fixtures and kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. Buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. Kartell achieved international recognition for its innovative work in 1972, when a landmark exhibition curated by Emilio Ambasz called "Italy: The New Domestic Landscape" opened at New York's Museum of Modern Art. Castelli and Ferrieri sold Kartell to Claudio Luti, their son-in-law, in 1988, and since then, Luti has expanded the company's roster of designers. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Kartell furniture.
- What is the history of Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood is a fine china and porcelain manufacturer. Established in 1759 by Josiah Wedgwood in England, Wedgwood is known for its unglazed stoneware that features contrasting colors. Find a variety of Wedgwood fine china from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is the history of Gucci?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The history of Gucci begins in 1921, when Guccio Gucci opened a leather goods shop in Florence, Italy. In 1938, he brought three of his sons (Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo) into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan.
In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand's signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The use of bamboo for handles and locks originated after World War II, when leather and metal were in short supply. In 1947, the founder used the incredibly durable material for the first time in his Gucci Bamboo bag. In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York's 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72.
The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo's son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family's involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.
The new millennium brought new ownership and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward. Michele exited Gucci in 2022 and was eventually replaced by Sabato De Sarno.
On 1stDibs, shop vintage Gucci bags, clothing and accessories. - What is the history of Dansk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The history of Dansk began with the American couple Ted and Martha Nierenberg. They founded the business in 1954, initially working out of the garage of their Great Neck, Long Island, home. From there, they marketed their serveware, tables, decorative objects and other products largely in the United States. They had a secret weapon: Jens Quistgaard.
After demonstrating artistic talent at a young age, the Copenhagen native was gifted a forge and anvil so that he could work in his mother's kitchen. Later, Quistgaard spent years learning from local artisans how to produce wood, metal, ceramic and glass models. His career path solidified during his apprenticeship as a silversmith with the legendary Danish silver firm Georg Jensen.
The Nierenbergs discovered the sculptor and designer on their honeymoon, which they'd spent in Europe searching for top-quality goods that might form the basis of a business. After they hired Quistgaard and launched Dansk, their products swiftly came to epitomize the best of accessible Scandinavian design for mid-century American consumers, who fell for the firm's staved-teak salad bowls, colorful casseroles and stainless-steel flatware, all of which managed to look handmade despite being mass-produced. The long-distance relationship flourished for 30 years, during which millions of Quistgaard pieces were manufactured in the company's factories. The designs for Quistgaard's Købenstyle line and other collections during the mid-1950s were revolutionary, with bowls built like barrels and charming, lightweight monochrome tableware in enameled steel.
Explore a large selection of Dansk designs on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of the Fred brand begins in 1936. That year, a young jeweler named Fred Samuel founded a shop in Paris, France.
Samuel was known for his casual yet sophisticated style, working with diamonds, pearls and colored gemstones to create smart jewelry for all occasions. The sign above his storefront on rue Royale initially was branded with the founder's full name, but during the 1940s, the "Samuel" part came down. Samuel created his famous Force 10 bracelet in 1966, and it became one of the brand's signature pieces. Inspired by its creator's love for the sea, the Force 10 bracelet features a braided steel sailing cable and a gold buckle.
In 1996, Fred Paris was acquired by the luxury holding company LVMH. Fred Samuel passed away in 2006, but Fred Paris continued his legacy in jewelry. The 2016 Chance Infinie line paid homage to the creativity and playfulness of the company's founder.
Find a collection of Fred Paris jewelry on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The history of Harmony House begins in 1940, when Sears introduced the brand. From the start, the guiding vision of Harmony House was to create furniture and decorative objects in coordinating colors and styles in order to make it easy for everyday people to decorate their homes. A number of manufacturers produced pieces for Harmony House during the decade that followed. Among them were Magic Float, Bunting, Logan, Schott and Warmack. The Harmony House line continued until the late 1950s. Find a selection of Harmony House furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Signet rings originated around 3500 BC in Mesopotamia and featured a sign that was used to seal documents by pressing the ring into sealing wax. They could also be used to stamp a family crest and were considered as authentic as a signature. Shop a collection of vintage signet rings from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The history of crazy quilts dates back to the late 1800s when people began producing quilts using pieces of irregularly shaped fabric. This style of quilting remained popular into the early 20th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of crazy quilts.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The history of the Plia chair begins in 1967. It was then that Giancarlo Pirretti unveiled his unique folding chair at the Milan Furniture Fair in Italy. Its combination of a steel frame and polypropylene seat and backrest caught the eye of attendees. After Anonima Castelli s.p.a. began its mass production in 1969, the chair's unique ability to stack and fold quickly made it popular among consumers. Since then, more than four million Plia chairs have been sold. In 1971, the design received the BIO 5 Ljubljana prize, and it won the Gute Form prize in Germany in 1973. During the 21st century, the chair's popularity once again soared, particularly after it was featured in a Yves Saint Laurent commercial. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024The history of the Knoll sofa began in 1954. The sofa was made during American designer and entrepreneur Florence Knoll’s direction of the Knoll Planning Unit, the company's pioneering "design consultant service" that would define the look of the postwar workplace. The versatile Florence Knoll sofa, with its angular silhouette and tasteful mix of textures, could as easily fit into the glass lobby of a skyscraper as the living room of a home. That same year, Florence Knoll also introduced a companion lounge chair that coordinated with the sofa. Knoll, Inc. continues to produce the Florence Knoll sofa over half a century after it was introduced, and vintage models are still prized for their sturdy construction and timeless qualities. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Florence Knoll sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024The history of Marbro lamps dates back to 1934, when brothers Morris and Elliott Markoff founded the Marbro Lamp Company. The brothers relocated from Chicago to southern California after the end of World War II and set up an assembly plant in the garment district of Los Angeles. Vases and objets d'art sourced from all over the world were used as lamp bases. The brass bases came from India, alabaster from Italy, porcelain from Japan and China and crystal from Germany and France. Murano glass and whimsical bronze figurines were two of the more popular base materials. Marbro lamps were one of a kind and took between 75 and 90 days to complete. Occasionally, they were made from sculptures that customers brought into the factory. Highly skilled woodturners and shade-makers crafted lampshades and wooden bases in Marbro's shop. The company's best-known products were these table lamps, but it also produced a wide variety of decorative objects. The Masco Corporation acquired the Marbro Lamp Company in 1987. Its Los Angeles assembly plant shuttered its doors in 1990. Its equipment and remaining inventory were moved to LaBarge Mirrors — a Masco subsidiary — in Michigan. Shortly after, the production of Marbro lamps ended. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Marbro lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The history of Louis Vuitton began in 1854 when Louis Vuitton opened a shop on rue Neuve des Capucines in Paris. He started off packing valuables for wealthy clients and went on to design steamer trunks for travel. In 1896, the company introduced its still-famous monogram print, and it continued to produce bags and luggage for the next 100 years. When Marc Jacobs took over as creative director in 1997, he created the first ready-to-wear line for Louis Vuitton. During the 2000s and 2010s, the brand introduced a number of iconic handbag designs, including the Multicolore and the Twist. Shop a collection of Louis Vuitton pieces from some of the world's best boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What is the history of H. Stern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The history of H. Stern begins with Hans Stern, who fled with his parents to Rio de Janeiro at the onset of World War II. There, he landed a job working for the precious stone and mineral exporter Cristab, regularly visiting mines on horseback. At the remote mines of Minas Gerais in southeastern Brazil, he cultivated relationships with many of the miners, developing professional connections that would endure for decades. He also developed a fascination with the colorful semi-precious stones found in the area. In 1945, he started his own company, H. Stern, with the goal of marketing Brazilian gemstones. Though the company began as a trader in gemstones, it soon expanded to jewelry, with Stern assembling and training a team of young jewelers. In 1949, H. Stern opened its first jewelry shop in Rio de Janeiro. During the 1980s, the brand debuted its first celebrity collaboration with French actress Catherine Deneuve. By the mid-1990s, the company was opening stores abroad and selling jewelry at international department stores. Today, the company is run by Stern's son, Roberto, who has introduced a broad range of new collections and styles. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of H. Stern jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024The history of Phoenix Glass began with the founding of the company in Monaca, Pennsylvania, in 1880. Initially, the company produced only shades for oil and glass lamps, but its offerings gradually expanded to include a wide range of lighting fixtures. By the end of the 1890s, the company had earned acclaim for its colored glassware, including its mother of pearl glass, which it received a patent for in 1885. In 1933, Phoenix unveiled its Sculpted Art Glass, which was blown into specially designed molds to eliminate lines. The popular Sculpted Art Glass line remained in production through 1958. In 1970, Anchor Hocking purchased Phoenix Glass, leading to the end of the Phoenix brand. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Phoenix glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The history of Bitossi pottery began in 1926, when Guido Bitossi founded his shop in Montelupo Fiorentino, near Florence, Italy. He descended from a long line of artisans, including painters, sculptors and potters. His son Londi became the creative director of Bitossi in 1946 and was responsible for introducing the colorful glazes that Bitossi has become famous for during his 50-year tenure. During the 1950s, Ettore Sottsass began to design unique pieces for Bitossi, and his geometric bowls and vases redefined the art form of pottery and set major trends during the mid-century period. After Londi Bitossi stepped down, a new generation of the family took over, with Guido's granddaughter Cinzia Bitossi serving as artistic director and his great-granddaughter Ginevra Bocin acting as CEO. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Bitossi pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The history of Dresden Porcelain began with the founding of Sächsische Porzellanmanufaktur Dresden by Carl-Johann Gottlob Thieme in 1872 in the city of Freital, Saxony. During the decades that followed, his son-in-law Carl August Kuntzsch joined the company and pioneered the process of adding ornate floral ornamentation to porcelain. When Thieme died in 1912, Kuntzsch took up the reins of Dresden Porcelain. The company saw a decline during World War I and II. During the period after the Second World War, the Soviet Union gradually assumed control of Dresden Porcelain, renaming it VEB Sächsische Porzellan-Manufaktur Dresden. The reunification of Germany in 1990 allowed the company to return to private ownership. A French investor group purchased it in 1991 and then sold it to the Dresden IPV group, led by art patron Jürgen Wegener, in 1993. Gunther Seifert and Klaus-Peter Arnold bought out the group following its bankruptcy in 1998, only to resell it to Geschwister Hillebrand GmbH in 2005. Explore a selection of Dresden Porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024The history of Fred jewelry began when Fred Samuel moved from Argentina to Paris for an apprenticeship and later opened his own jewelry shop in 1936. Samuel was known for his casual yet sophisticated style, working with diamonds, pearls and colored gemstones. Some of his high-profile clients included Princess Grace of Monaco and the King and Queen of Nepal. The sign above his storefront on rue Royale was initially branded with the founder's full name, but during the 1940s, the "Samuel" part came down. Today, jewelry lovers commonly know the company as Fred, a brand operated by Fred Paris. In 1996, Fred Paris was acquired by luxury holding company LVMH (which went on to purchase Tiffany & Co. and Bvlgari). Fred Samuel died in 2006, but Fred Paris continues his legacy in jewelry. Explore a diverse assortment of Fred Paris jewelry on 1stDibs.
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