Decorative Objects
1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Brass, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1990s Swedish Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
2010s European Decorative Objects
Marble
Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Clay
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Decorative Objects
Iron
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s American Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1890s Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
1930s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century American Decorative Objects
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Lucite
1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
Early 2000s Italian Classical Greek Decorative Objects
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Irish Modern Decorative Objects
Walnut, Burl
Late 18th Century Swedish Country Antique Decorative Objects
Birch
19th Century Austrian Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Glass, Fruitwood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
2010s French Modern Decorative Objects
Stoneware
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Silver Plate, Bronze
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Decorative Objects
Onyx
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Cast Stone
Late 19th Century English Classical Roman Antique Decorative Objects
Plaster
21st Century and Contemporary British Decorative Objects
Ceramic
19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Decorative Objects
Siena Marble, Bronze
1990s French Modern Decorative Objects
Enamel
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects
Marble
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1920s Asian Vintage Decorative Objects
Clay
19th Century British Industrial Antique Decorative Objects
Copper, Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Resin, Mirror, Foam
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Metal
1910s Swedish Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century English Victorian Decorative Objects
Stone
19th Century American Medieval Antique Decorative Objects
Silver
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary North American Bohemian Decorative Objects
Shell
20th Century Decorative Objects
Wood
18th Century European Louis XVI Antique Decorative Objects
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century Italian Other Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Murano Glass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century American Craftsman Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Pottery
1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
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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These Soft Sculptures Are Childhood Imaginary Friends Come to Life
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This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
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