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Monday
Dec172012

7 Interior Design Favorites from 1st Dibs

AuthorJay Johnson DateMonday, December 17, 2012 at 9:00AM
Regency Japanned Side Cabinet, England, 19th Century

 If you aren't using 1stDibs.com or utilizing their extensive treasure-filled showroom at 200 Lexington in New York City, then you're missing out on a valuable interior design resource.
Wagon Wheel Side Chairs by Wharton Esherick (signed), 1932

 Over 1,000 antique and collectibles dealers have been gathered together in a carefully curated online marketplace.
 
Lizard vase by Jean-Jacques Lachenal, France, c. 1920

 It's easy to plug in any keywords - Robsjohn-Gibbings, Gustavian, chandelier, 18th century, lantern, skull - and come up with a host of merchandise to peruse.
 
Disco Bar with LED programmable lights and sound system by Patrick Cox, England, 2008

 I've decided to select some of my 1stDibs.com favorites this month; click on each photo for more product information.
 
Dining Table by Gio Ponti, Italy, c. 1970

 The really cool part about this service? There are always thousands of new items being added each month, from interior design to artwork to jewelry to vintage fashion.
 
Proust Armchair by Alessandro Mendini, Italy, 1998

 They've got it all.
Hulk Cabinet by Rafael de Cardenas, U.S., 2011

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    Thanks Jay, I've just checked out 1st dibs and found out what you said is true. I was missing a lot on a valuable interior design resource. I am more interested on their furniture.
    December 18, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterCarlos
    These designs are pretty cool especially the disco bar!
    December 18, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterB.
    love this...
    i like the chairs
    December 23, 2012 | Unregistered Commenterbeen
    Wow! Beautiful designs for interior decoration, the designs are unique and fabulous to see and visitor tend to buy one from these designs as it adds charm to your rooms. I feel that this Blog is user attractive and can attract the users to buy the products...
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