1stdibs.com, Inc., also known as DIBS, is a prominent online marketplace that connects international sellers and consumers of high-quality vintage, antique, and contemporary furniture, and other luxury goods such as jewelry, fine art, fashion, and home décor. From elegant antiques to sleek contemporary design, DIBS features an array of unique products that cater to a wide spectrum of individual tastes and preferences.
Founded in 2001, the company was initially conceived as a digital platform that provided access to rare and coveted items typically available only in select antique shops on New York City's West 25th Street. The name '1stdibs' is a play on the phrase 'first dibs,' emphasizing the platform's mission to provide first access to unique and luxurious items.
Headquartered in New York, the platform today is a comprehensive global destination with more than 40,000 premier sellers from over 50 countries. The sellers on the platform include independent dealers, galleries, shops, and artists who are vetted for the quality of their offerings. Each item is listed with comprehensive details, images, and pricing, giving potential buyers detailed insight into the item's value and significance.
Despite its extensive virtual reach, 1stdibs maintains its close connection to its roots in the physical world. It operates its own physical location in New York City, showcasing a curated selection of items available on its platform. This gallery serves as a tangible interface between the online world and the tactile, sensory world of high-end design and antiques.
Their digital platform is designed to be highly user-friendly, allowing visitors to browse, discover and compare items from different sellers with ease. Customers can effortlessly find exactly what they are looking for with useful search and filter functions, or they can explore to their heart's content in the website's online galleries.
1stdibs’ patrons range from private consumers and professional interior designers to architects and collectors, who all recognize and appreciate the authenticity, exclusivity, and curated quality offered by the platform. With its extraordinary selection of unique items, the customer service it provides and the ease of use of its platform, 1stdibs has become a leading global luxury marketplace.