Decorative Objects
16th Century French Renaissance Antique Decorative Objects
Oak
1970s Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s American Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
1870s French Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Regency Revival Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
2010s Portuguese Decorative Objects
Gold Plate, Brass
1910s Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver
Early 1900s American Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Decorative Objects
Bronze
1880s Austrian Other Antique Decorative Objects
Amethyst, Malachite, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
1990s American Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s American Decorative Objects
Tourmaline
Early 20th Century Unknown Decorative Objects
Cast Stone
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Plexiglass
1870s French Belle Époque Antique Decorative Objects
Crystal, Ormolu
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
2010s Other Decorative Objects
Wood, Hardwood
20th Century European Decorative Objects
Pewter
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 1900s British Antique Decorative Objects
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Primitive Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
1960s Swiss Vintage Decorative Objects
Concrete
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1930s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1890s Antique Decorative Objects
Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1930s German Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Acrylic
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
1980s British Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Objects
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1890s English Antique Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects
Travertine, Marble
19th Century French Primitive Antique Decorative Objects
Fruitwood
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Decorative Objects
Pine
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Decorative Objects
Marble, Siena Marble
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Primitive Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
1770s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Birch
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
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