Question 1

What is smaller than a sofa?

Accepted Answer

A loveseat is a piece of upholstered furniture that is smaller than a sofa. Most sofas can accommodate three or more people, while a loveseat generally seats two. Single-seat furniture like accent chairs and armchairs are also smaller than sofas. Shop a collection of living room furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What styles of earrings make you look younger?

Accepted Answer

There are a few styles of earrings that can make you look younger. Earrings with a lot of sparkle, like brilliant-cut diamond studs and bright, colorful earrings featuring beads or gemstones, can brighten up the face and create a more youthful-looking appearance. Round shapes like hoops soften the lines of the face for a flattering effect. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.

Question 3

Is Lane furniture the same as United furniture?

Accepted Answer

No, Lane Furniture is not the same as United Furniture. Up until 2017, Lane Furniture was a completely separate company from United, and the two furniture makers had no affiliation with each other. That changed when United Furniture, a subsidiary of Heritage Home Group, acquired Lane. Soon after the initial sale, Heritage resold Lane to Bassett Furniture. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Lane Furniture pieces.

Question 4

What is the difference between modern furniture and old furniture?

Accepted Answer

The difference between modern furniture and old furniture is in the specificity of the term. Generally, pieces considered modern date from between the end of World War II in 1945 and the end of the 1970s. During this period, more furniture makers mass produced pieces, and designers increasingly used new materials, such as plywood and plastic. Old furniture is not a specific term. People frequently use the term old for anything that subjectively appears aged. Explore a large selection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is buffet furniture?

Accepted Answer

Buffet furniture typically refers to the type of table found in dining rooms on which a host or hostess can serve food buffet style. A buffet table is usually taller than a sideboard, but carries a nearly identical function and form.

Question 6

What is a highboy in furniture?

Accepted Answer

In furniture, a highboy is a chest of drawers that rests on decorative legs. Its name comes from the French word for wood, "bois," which sounds similar to the English word “boy.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of highboy furniture.

Question 7

What is metamorphic furniture?

Accepted Answer

Metamorphic furniture is anything that transforms to perform more than one purpose. Historic examples include shepherd's chairs that turn into step stools and end tables that become music stands. You'll find a range of antique and vintage metamorphic furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is a furniture designer?

Accepted Answer

A furniture designer is a professional who creates furniture. They begin with a concept and then produce sketches to capture their vision. Then, they create more detailed schematics that can be used to manufacture furniture. Some well-known furniture designers include Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Frankl, Milo Baughman, Gio Ponti, Le Corbsuier, Ettore Sottsass, Paul Evans, Jules Leleu, Poul Kjærholm, George Nakashima, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright and Hans J. Wegner. Explore a large selection of furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What is Baumritter furniture?

Accepted Answer

Baumritter furniture is the term for furnishings produced by Baumritter. Theodore Baumritter and Nathan S. Ancell founded the company in 1932 in Beecher Falls, Vermont. In 1939, it began producing furniture under the Ethan Allen name, and during the late 1970s, the company was renamed Ethan Allen due to the success of the brand. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Baumritter furniture.

Question 10

What is Brutalist furniture?

Accepted Answer

Brutalist furniture is the term for furnishings that reflect the characteristics of Brutalism, a style that emerged during the mid-20th century. Furniture that fits the definition prioritizes functionalism, minimalism and the utilization of negative space and typically features spare silhouettes, pronounced geometric shapes, a stripped-down, natural look and rugged textures. Modular construction from industrial materials, such as tubular steel, concrete, glass and granite, is also common. Furniture designers who worked in the Brutalist style include Le Corbusier, Marcel Breuer, Paul Evans, Oscar Niemeyer, Paul Rudolph and Tom Greene. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Brutalist furniture.

Question 11

What is modular furniture?

Accepted Answer

Modular furniture is furniture sold as individual pieces that are intended to be arranged side by side. By mixing and matching coordinating components, you can create a custom layout that suits your specific needs. One of the most common types of modular furniture is the sectional sofa, which can consist of a sofa, loveseat, recliner, corner, chaise and ottoman pieces suitable for positioning in different configurations. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of modular furniture.

Question 12

What is cigar furniture?

Accepted Answer

What cigar furniture is depends on the context. Some people call furniture designed to store and preserve cigars, like humidors, cigar furniture. Numerous furniture designers have also named lines of seating "Cigar" because of their color or classic style inspired by club chairs once featured in the smoking lounges of private clubs. On 1stDibs, find a variety of furniture from some of the world’s top dealers.

Question 13

What is Chippendale furniture?

Accepted Answer

Chippendale furniture is a style of furniture developed during the mid 18th century. It gets its name from the British cabinet maker Thomas Chippendale because his work inspired the look of the furnishings. Some common elements of Chippendale include upholstered seats, cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet and yoked backs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chippendale furniture.

Question 14

What is Panton in furniture?

Accepted Answer

In the world of furniture design, Panton likely refers to the name of a chair created by Vernon Panton or the Danish designer himself. It is easy to recognize the Panton chair by its curvy, flowing form. The iconic seat, which had been in development since at least 1960, debuted in Danish design magazine Mobilia in 1967 and then at the 1968 Cologne Furniture Fair. It was the first chair to be made from a single piece of molded plastic. His cantilevered S-chair models, made of molded plywood and manufactured by Gebrüder Thonet, were equally innovative. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage Vernon Panton furniture.

Question 15

What is Regency furniture?

Accepted Answer

Regency is a style of furniture that emerged during the early 19th century, when the Prince of Wales, future King George IV, assumed rule of the United Kingdom as Regent while his father, George III, was ill. Rather than the rich carvings and curves of earlier periods, it is characterized by plain lines and surfaces, slender legs and right angles highlighted by elaborate, often metal, ornamentation.

Question 16

What is retro furniture?

Accepted Answer

What retro furniture is depends on the context. In some cases, the term refers to furniture produced more than 20 years ago and is a synonym for vintage. Other times, retro refers to contemporary furniture that looks as if it were made in an earlier decade. Explore a wide variety of furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What is Romweber Furniture?

Accepted Answer

Romweber Furniture was an American furniture manufacturer. It began in the late 1800s with the launch of American Furniture Company, which made bedroom furniture; Batesville Cabinet Company, a dining-room set manufacturer and Batesville Coffin Company. The three companies eventually merged to become a large manufacturer of case goods, furniture and more. While Romweber Furniture had earlier designers working in the French Rococo and Chippendale styles, the brand is best known for its mid-century modern pieces. This includes walnut case pieces and storage cabinets that feature decorative olive-ash and burl-wood inlays with brass hardware, as well as solid oak credenzas and dining tables designed by Harold Schwartz. For collectors of sophisticated 1950s furniture, the company’s sturdy Viking Oak line is particularly popular. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Romweber furniture.

Question 18

What is luxury furniture?

Accepted Answer

Luxury furniture is a general term for furniture of exemplary quality. Luxury furniture is seen as a long-term investment. Pieces that earn this descriptor are made with fine materials such as full-grain leather upholstery and solid wood. Designers of luxury furniture carefully select what goes into each piece, and their pieces are created under tight quality controls, often by hand. As a result, luxury furniture is intended to be long-lasting, and its design makes it as functional as it is visually appealing. Buyers should note that luxury pieces are sold at price points that reflect these characteristics. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique, new and vintage furniture.

Question 19

What is Stressless furniture?

Accepted Answer

Stressless furniture is a line of furniture produced by Norwegian manufacturer Ekornes. The collection includes recliners and other seating designed to comfortably support the contours of the human body while adding beauty to their surroundings. Ekornes introduced Stressless furniture in 1971. Shop an assortment of Ekornes Stressless furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What is tanker furniture?

Accepted Answer

Tanker furniture is a vintage style of office-centric furniture including desks, filing cabinets, chairs and other business furniture featuring steel construction. They were first crafted around the 1920s and were known for exceptional durability. Shop a collection of tanker furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 21

What are some names of furniture?

Accepted Answer

Here are some names of furniture. A sofa is an upholstered furnishing designed to accommodate two or more people, while accent chairs are upholstered chairs placed in seating areas. Occasional tables include low coffee tables, tall and narrow end tables and tall, wide console tables. Dining room furniture includes dining room tables and chairs, as well as servers, buffets and hutches for storage. Some types of furniture often found in bedrooms are beds, nightstands, dressers, wardrobes and chests. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.

A Younger Furniture

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Mid Century Modern Teak Buffet by Younger

Vintage 1960s Sideboards

'Da Silva' Sideboard by A Younger

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

A Younger Extending Dining Table

Vintage 1960s Dining Room Tables

Mid-Century Extending Dining Table by A.Younger

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Mid-Century 'Da Silva' Sideboard by A Younger

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

A mid century modern solid teak credenza designed by John Hebert for Younger

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Mid-Century Teak Sideboard Model Sequence by John Herbert for A.Younger Ltd.

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Mid Century English Modern Teak Sideboard by Younger

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

John Herbert for Younger Melamine and Cherrywood Sideboard circa 1967

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Younger "Fonseca" Credenza In Teak + Afromosia

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

G Plan Brasilia Chairs and Younger Dining Table

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Mid-Century Teak Sideboard Model Sequence by John Herbert for A.Younger Ltd, Gre

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Large Teak Credenza by A. Younger Ltd

20th Century British Bookcases

VINTAGE TALL OPEN SOLID BOOKCASE 5 SHELVES MADE BY YOUNGER FURNITURE LONDON j1

Antique 17th Century Belgian Paintings

Follower of David Teniers the Younger, Oil on Panel of a Village Feast

Antique Late 18th Century Swiss Books

A Rare Folio of Swiss Civil & Military Costumes after Hans Holbein the Younger

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Mid Century Teak Dining Set

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Low Teak Sideboard by A. Younger Ltd. Newly Refinished

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Vintage British Mid Century Modern Afromasia Teak Dining Table by A. Younger Ltd

Vintage 1960s British Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Younger Minimalist Satinwood Teak Sideboard, 1960s

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Midcentury Teak Drinks Cabinet from Younger, 1960s

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Midcentury Solid Teak and Afromosia Sideboard by John Herbert for A Younger Ltd

Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Extending British Midcentury Teak Dining Table by Younger of Glasgow

Early 20th Century Swiss Neoclassical Paintings

Jean Renggli, the Younger, "Bathers Near a Lake" Painting (1898)

Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Figurative Sculptures

Frankenthal Porcelain: an Older Man and a Younger Woman in Animated Discussion

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

vintage MCM teak sideboard by John Herbert, part of Fonseca line by Younger

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Mid Century Teak Credenza Sideboard by A.Younger

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Vintage Walnut Desk by A. Younger, c. 1960’s

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs x 6 by A. Younger

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Younger' Console Table by John Herbert

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Sculptural Solid Teak Mid-Century Modern Console Table by A. Younger Ltd.

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Mid Century Younger Teak Console Table 1960

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Stunning Younger Sideboard with Bold Grain

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Mid Century Solid Afromosia Sideboard by A. Younger Ltd, England, circa 1960s

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Original Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Credenza by A. Younger Ltd, 1960s

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Midcentury Teak Wardrobe from Younger, 1960s

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Midcentury Teak Wardrobe from Younger, 1960s

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Midcentury Dressing Table in Walnut from Younger, 1960s

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Vintage Teak Sideboard by A. Younger

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards