These Fine Walls
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Antique 1730s French Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Vintage 1920s Swiss Arts and Crafts Wall-mounted Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Glass
Antique 19th Century Wall Mirrors
Glass
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Glass
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Art
Sterling Silver, Brass, Silver
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Fiberglass
2010s German Wall Mirrors
Glass, Mirror
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s English Georgian Wall Lights and Sconces
Crystal, Bronze
Early 2000s Unknown Empire Tapestries
Wool, Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wall Mirrors
Oak
Antique 1780s British Georgian Wall Lights and Sconces
Ormolu
Antique 18th Century French Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures
Giltwood
Early 20th Century British Georgian Wall Lights and Sconces
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Empire Wall Lights and Sconces
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Metal, Enamel
Vintage 1960s English Victorian Wall Mirrors
Gesso, Mirror, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors
Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal, Metal, Silver, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors
Sterling Silver, Brass, Silver
Antique 1870s Italian Renaissance Revival Wall-mounted Sculptures
Faience, Pottery
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Empire Wall Lights and Sconces
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wall Mirrors
Gold Plate, Silver, Metal, Sterling Silver
Antique 18th Century Wall Mirrors
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wall Mirrors
Resin
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Mirror
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Glass, Wood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Wall Mirrors
Stainless Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Wall Mirrors
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s American Louis XV Wall Mirrors
Walnut
2010s American Modern Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Industrial Wall Mirrors
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Wall Mirrors
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary French Photography
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wall Mirrors
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wall Mirrors
Resin
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Wall Mirrors
Stainless Steel
2010s American Wall Mirrors
Bronze
2010s American Wall Mirrors
Bronze
2010s American Wall Mirrors
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wall Mirrors
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors
Stainless Steel, Steel, Copper, Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors
Metal, Copper, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Photography
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Photography
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary French Photography
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary French Photography
Metal
2010s American Wall Mirrors
Bronze
2010s American Wall Mirrors
Rope
Late 20th Century Moroccan Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s American Wall Mirrors
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors
Brass, Stainless Steel, Copper, Steel, Metal, Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors
Steel, Metal, Cut Steel, Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Leather, Mirror
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- Is drawing a fine art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, drawing is a fine art.
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Photography is considered a fine art by many, although this is controversial.
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Fine art encompasses drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and photography, among other genres.
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- Is fine china worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Real fine bone China can be extremely valuable. If it has a somewhat translucent quality when held up to a light it is real. If the piece is from a renowned manufacturer and is a rare piece, it can be even more valuable.
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Fine art is a category of art comprising works with purely aesthetic purpose, as opposed to applied art, which serves a practical function.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Quality and rarity define the difference between fine jewelry and high jewelry. Any jewelry that features fine materials, like precious metals and gemstones, may be considered fine jewelry. The term high jewelry usually refers to one-of-a-kind jewelry that is often crafted entirely or partially by hand. Shop a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How you define high jewelry versus fine jewelry is largely a matter of personal opinion because the terms do not have formal definitions. Generally, fine jewelry is any piece of jewelry carefully crafted out of precious materials like metal and gemstones. High jewelry is a term used by collectors to describe jewelry of significant value. Exceptional craftsmanship, one-of-a-kind signs and highly sought pieces may fall under the category. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Fine art denotes work of aesthetic value but no functional purpose, whereas decorative art is both visually appealing and functional.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024A few things account for the difference between bone china and fine china. True bone china contains animal-derived bone ash, while fine china does not. The addition of the bone ash gives bone china a lighter, more delicate feel and a translucent appearance. Fine china, by comparison, is weightier and more opaque. Also, fine china tends to be more economically priced than bone. Explore a variety of china on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.
- What is a wall bracket?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A wall bracket is a support that projects from a wall to hold something, like a shelf.
- What is a wall hanger?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A wall hanger is a type of tapestry or decoration hung directly on a wall. There is a broad range of wall decorations on 1stDibs for sale.
- What is a wall frieze?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A wall frieze is a patterned or ornate band that extends around the room's perimeter. During the Victorian era, it became fashionable to integrate a frieze in interior design rather than as an exterior adornment. Friezes are frequently close to the top of the wall and help to balance a room by making an especially tall wall appear shorter. Shop a collection of antique and vintage wall friezes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
- What are wall pockets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wall pockets are decorative wall décor made out of porcelain, pottery or glass. The decorations feature hollow interiors and flat backs, allowing you to hang them on the wall and use them as a planter or storage container. Shop a variety of wall pockets on 1stDibs.
- What are modular walls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Modular walls are free-standing outdoor wall systems made from posts and panels. These walls are commonly used as residential fencing, acoustic barriers or even retaining walls.
- How does a wall barometer work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021The Barometer is a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure in a certain environment. The barometer has a flattened metal cylinder that looks like a silver disc inside its construction, which is filled with a partial vacuum. As the pressure in the air increases, the disc gets crushed and as air pressure decreases the disc expands. This movement of the disc is transformed into the reading of the black barometer needle under the glass.
- What is a pottery wall pocket?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pottery wall pocket is a hanging piece of pottery meant to hold anything, from papers to flowers. The most collectable are vintage pockets meant for housing plants, usually ceramic to keep the water in. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pottery wall pockets from some of the world’s top sellers.