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Decorative Objects For Sale
NORDST STANLEY Plate Vase, Italian Black Eagle Marble, Danish Modern Design
Located in Rungsted Kyst, DK
𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: Irregular round plate crafted by hand, inspired by the Japanese minimalist Ikebana style. The versatility in appearance is one of the most prominent fe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Marble

Sophia Medium White Ceramic and 24-Karat Gold Details Handcrafted Centerpiece
Located in Bologna, Bologna
Elegant and functional, Sophia M centerpiece is crafted by hand and celebrates the heart of Italian cities: the piazza. Exquisitely made of ceramic, Sophia M features a square portic...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

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Gold

Lalique France Crystal "Hulotte" Owl Clock in Original Box
Located in Miami, FL
Lalique France crystal "hulotte" owl clock in original box. Offered for sale is a retired Lalique Hulotte Owl crystal clock presented in the original Lali...
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Jacob Petit (1796-1868) - Pair of Rococo Revival Vases
Located in DELFT, NL
Very ornate pair of French romantic vases by Jacob Petit, Paris Baluster form, heavy white porcelain vases on stands with floral sprays within a raised and gilt acanthus scoll and s...
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19th Century European Rococo Revival Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Josef Ekberg Gustavsberg Sgraffito Patterned Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Josef Ekberg (Swedish, 1877-1945) joined Gustavsberg in 1889 and worked there until his death in 1945. He was the factory’s leading designer and Gustavsberg exhibitions early in the ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Silver Plate Turtle with Crystal Rocks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Unusual mid century object of art crafted in silver plate over cast bronze with the unexpected crystal rock shell.    
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Victorian Decorative Objects

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Rock Crystal, Silver Plate

Erwin Hauer Design No. 7 Maquette
Located in New York, NY
Tectonic sculptural maquette of vacuum- molded styrene, painted steel rods and metal created in 1959 by Austrian/American sculptor and designer Erwin Hauer (1926-1917). Hauer’s light...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Wire

Paul Dupré-Lafon, Hermès Desk Clock, c.1935
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Vintage Hermes Brown Leather Desk/Table Clock, 1930s This is a beautiful Art Deco style table/desk clock. Original leather with gold brass details. hand-stitched by Hermès echappem...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

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Brass

Chinese Citron Baluster Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
Defined by its rounded body, high shoulders and domed lid, the time-honoured look of the Chinese baluster jar is streamlined as a monochrome. This artisan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Murano Archimede Seguso Scavo Vase Roman Amphora Style Italian Art Glass
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Vintage Single-Handled Art Glass Jug Vase in Ancient Roman Style - Timeless Beauty from Murano This single-handled art glass jug vase is another impre...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

19th Century Caucasian Goat Russian Bronze Patinated
Located in Marseille, FR
Caucasian goat bronze Russian nineteenth time. Evgueni Lanceray (1848-1886) on the terrace in cyrillic golden patina.
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19th Century Russian Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Small Black Horse Head Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
The special work of the horse head creates an elegant and dignified aura from compressed marble, while at the same time re-emphasizing the elegance of the horse, one of the most aesthetic animals in the ancient world and our current life. The most important sculptures in world history...
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2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Mid Century Modern Frederick Weinberg Style Sculpture
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Bronze sculpture on wood base in the manner of Frederick Weinberg. In good condition overall with normal wear to the base.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal

Barbini Style White Blown Glass Vase with Footed Base
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage handblown glass vase with footed base in white opaque glass. The vase has a rounded urn form with Neoclassical / Mid-Century Modern inspired design and features tripod legs i...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Art Deco Panther Sculpture, france 1935
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Art Deco Panther Sculpture. Ceramic, black laquered with golden detail. France 1935
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Complete Slice of Imilac Meteorite
Located in London, GB
This complete cross-sectional slice from the Imilac meteorite has been prepared to reveal shimmering olivine and peridot gems embedded in an iron-nick...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Decorative Objects

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Other

Rare Emaux de Longwy Ceramic Boule Vase by Garouste and Bonetti Limited 1 of 5
Located in Miami, FL
This Boule vase “Ornament “ is a rare limited edition numbered 1/5 by Elizabeth Garouste was born in 1949 in Paris and Mattia Bonetti in 1952 in Lugano (Switzerland). They pooled their work from 1980 to dedicate themselves to the creation of pieces of furniture and interior decoration. They start with the decoration of the Palace that Fabrice Eamer asks them to design. Then shortly after, the Néotu Gallery publishes them. Their furniture, baroque and barbarian, surprises, made up of heterogeneous and unusual materials, such as rock, hammered bronze, raffia, leather, skin, logs and glass ... They are at the instigation of fashion "barbaric". For their work, they use references such as the Middle Ages, Africa, through the poetry of Cocteau, the Venetian baroque and neoclassicism. They have also been edited by the “Waiting for the Barbarians” galleries, David Gill, Kréo, Lou Fagotin...
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20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Glazed Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Freyja Dorren Unique Contemporary UK
Located in London, GB
Freyja Dorren, Projection, 2023, glazed earthenware- 54cm Height X 35cm Width Unique piece. Freyja Dorren, born and raised in Edinburgh and now based in London, is a recent graduate at the Royal College of Art Ceramics & Glass MA which follows a Degree in Textiles at Central Saint Martins. Freyja has always been influenced by the life of cities, exploring the marriage of old historical aspects of architecture with new and modern developments into our ever-growing cities. Her interest in architecture stems from taking walks through the city of London, discovering old classical buildings, brutalist creations and high-tech features all within a short distance walk from each other. This led her to create work that is a nod to the past and the present, with a graphic style and finish, combining the undiscerning elements of a city. Each piece she has created is influenced by interior detailing, deriving from places such as the V&A Museum and other historic landmarks within London. Freyja's textile print background enables her to transform the tactile surface to create a unique interwoven surface, giving a current relevance to the object, bringing a contemporary twist to each landmark detail, magnifying repetition, and significance of history when we design. The starting point of this sculptural vase is Victorian architectural...
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2010s British Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Postmodern Round Light Blue Murano Glass Bottle by Alfredo Barbini, Italy, 1980s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s. This bottle is designed by Alfredo Barbini and it is made in Murano glass and etched glass. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass, Glass

Rock Handmade Ceramic Planter - Black & White
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful handmade ceramic planter, perfect for accentuating the beauty of your houseplants. Each ceramic plant pot is individually thrown and trimmed on the wheel, glazed by hand i...
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2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Pottery, Clay

Sculptural Murano Iridescent Mirrored Glass Vases
Located in Austin, TX
Italian handblown Murano glass vases with white interiors and iridescent mirrored exteriors. We stay captivated by the organic,"caught in fusion” scu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Hand-made Ceramic Elephant Vase with handles, made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This Elephant Vase is One Of The Kind by Love Art Ceramics, handcrafted by Sabelo/Sondy and painted by Zinhle Nene in South Africa, captures the essence ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Karl Springer Lidded Box with Artisan Lacquered Exterior 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Exquisitely hand-lacquered lidded box with wood motif exterior and interior covered in beige suede by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This box is meticulously crafted. Springer had...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Suede, Wood, Lacquer

Art Nouveau Glazed Italian Torino-Like Porcelain Figurine of a Boy and his Dog
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Nouveau glazed italian Torino-like porcelain figurine of a boy and his dog By: unknown Material: ceramic, porcelain, paint, enamel Technique: glazed, pressed, molded, painted, h...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Mid-Century Modern Life Size Ceramic Shepherd Dog Sheepdog, Italy, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A painted and glazed ceramic life size German shepherd dog (german: Schäferhund) sculpture manufactured in Italy, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). A gorgeous piece with great ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Nude #1" Wall-Hanging Sculpture 1960s (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
"Nude #1", a rare figural wall sculpture incorporating a femaile nude motif in solid pewter by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed with original gallery label on back st...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Egg Set, Small, Medium and Large Jars, Cream Onyx & Alpaca Silver
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...
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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Stone, Metal

Jan van der Vaart Candle Holder, 1970s Ceramic
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Stunning geometric candle holder by dutch ceramist Jan van der Vaart. Sculptural composition in a dark bronze glazing. Jan van der Vaart belong...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "La Famille" Sculpture Art Installation 1970s (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind life size art installation, "La Famille", with cast and patinated bronze sculptures of father, mother and daughter holding a patinated and engraved bronze and pewter ta...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Karl Springer "Molding Box" in Multicolor Lacquers 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Hinged “Molding Box” with multi-colored lacquer design and dark green suede interior by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Springer’s superb lacquer work and attention to detail make t...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Chrome

Palais-Royal Mother-of-Pearl Perfume Box and Flasks
Located in New Orleans, LA
This mother-of-pearl inlay perfume box is a rare and complete treasure from the famed Palais-Royal of France’s Second Empire. The box is a work of art, meticulously fashioned to deli...
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19th Century French Other Antique Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

New Murano Glass XL Dark Green Battuto Perfume Bottle
Located in Troy, MI
New and made in Italy by an unknown Murano glass maker, this perfume bottle is 18” tall with the stopper on and 5.5” diameter. Heavy, dark bottle ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Litchfield Cathedral Skeleton Clock by Evans of Handsworth
By William F. Evans of Handsworth
Located in New Orleans, LA
This remarkable English Litchfield Cathedral skeleton clock, crafted by Evans of Handsworth, captures the essence of the famed Lichfield Cathedral with its iconic three-spire top and stunning Gothic architecture. This extraordinary timepiece features an intricate skeleton design, revealing its impressive two-train chain fuseé movement that powers an eight-day movement, chiming the hours on a melodious gong. The dial is a masterpiece in itself, intricately pierced and engraved in silver, displaying the time with Roman numerals and blued steel hands. The clock sits gracefully atop its original rosewood base. The Birmingham firm of William F. Evans of Handsworth was one of the most respected makers of skeleton clocks of the 19th century. The golden age of their manufacture occurred between the 1860s through the 1880s, and the firm was renowned for the stellar quality, grand size and superior materials utilized in the creation of their clocks. Of the many cathedrals they produced, the Litchfield Cathedral skeleton clock has earned a prominent status in today's market, being highly sought-after and coveted by collectors and enthusiasts alike. Skeleton clocks stand out as exceptional and captivating timepieces, meticulously crafted to reveal the inner workings of the mechanism in all their glory. Originating as early as the mid-16th Century as drum clocks, these intricately designed clocks are a testament to the finest craftsmanship of their time. The French played a significant role in popularizing skeleton clocks around 1750, introducing remarkable spring-driven antique mantle clocks...
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19th Century English Antique Decorative Objects

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Silver, Steel

Japanese Bronze Vase, Meiji Period
Located in New York, NY
A unique Japanese vase, hand-crafted in bronze. Meiji Period, circa 1890. Decorated with embossed cranes and a gilt sun symbol. At the bottom, the vase is nested in an exquisitely ca...
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1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Nutcracker Walnut Wood Nutwood Bowl Blackened Brass Hammer Anvil Amboss, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century Modern nutcracker set consists of an organic shaped nutwood bowl and a blackened solid brass amboss with hammer, designed by Richard Rohac, manufactured in Vienna, Aust...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Butterflies, Contemporary Porcelain Vase with Decorative Design by Vito Nesta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Display this butterfly porcelain vase on its own or add flowers to give the decor element some life. The design reminds of illustrations from an antique Lepidopterology book and make...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Biomorphic Floor Lamp N.5 by Studio Chora, Standing Light, White Stone, In Stock
Located in Albuquerque, NM
N.005 Floor Lamp from the Biomorphic Series by Studio Chora is inspired by the nature of human experience. This is a second-generation light sculpture that is hand crafted from a com...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

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Limestone

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Purple and Yellow Faceted Art Glass Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lovely faceted Sommerso glass vase in purple, yellow and clear glass. Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso. Italy, 1960s. Burgundy / purple glass with a layer in yellow glass submer...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Sommerso, Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Art Glass

P, Vintage Mother of Pearl Animal Sculpturer, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage mother of pearl animal is an original decorative object realized by Anonymous Italian artist in 1970s. Good conditions except for mi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects

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Mother-of-Pearl

Biomorphic Standing Floor Lamp N.3, Studio Chora, White Plaster Stone, In Stock
Located in Albuquerque, NM
N.003 Floor Lamp from the Biomorphic Series by Studio Chora is inspired by the nature of human experience. This is a second-generation light sculpture that is hand crafted from a com...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

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Limestone

Karl Springer Set of 3 Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 candle holders in polished brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Beautifully made, these iconic Springer candle holders would complement any interior...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer Unique Hinged Box in Polished Sodalite Stone 1980s 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Stunning one-of-a-kind hinged box in polished blue sodalite stone by Karl Springer, American 1980's (shown with original showroom tag from the 1980’s). Blue sodalite is a rare minera...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Stone, Brass

Karl Springer Artisan Hand-Blown Glass Vase with Antiqued Gold Leaf 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Unique large artisan hand-blown glass vase with applied antiqued Italian gold leaf by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980'...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Karl Springer Pair of Hand-Blown Black Glass Candle Holders 1980s (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of hand-blown black glass candle holders with scavo (rough) finish by Seguso Vetri d'Arte (Murano) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (Signed on bottom “Karl Springer”). T...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Roberto Estevez Incredible Large Unicorn Sculpture 1979 'Signed and Numbered'
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite large unicorn bust sculpture in cast resin with inlaid bronze mane, solid engraved brass alicorn, and gold leaf ears on a sculptural solid brass base by Roberto Estevez, Am...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Early 16th Century Stone Carving - 'The Death of a Prelate'
Located in Maidstone, GB
An Early 16th Century Stone Carving with polychrome : 'The Death of a Prelate'. The enthroned figure of a Bishop surrounded by attendants and surmounted by celestial angels.
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16th Century European Gothic Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Industrial Contemporary Handmade Dutch Design Vase Harm De Veer Steel Leaky Vase
Located in Vinkel, NL
The "Leaky Vase" is a creation of Harm de Veer. Constructed from steel and finished with epoxy, it looks like this vase is wet on all sides and leaking. Appearances are deceiving! The vase is also available in several quantities. In that case, please contact us to discuss the delivery time. Atelier de Veer's creations are created by working together...
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2010s Dutch Industrial Decorative Objects

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Steel

Contemporary Art Harm de Veer Rock Metal Sculpture Rock and Others Candleholder
Located in Vinkel, NL
This is an object from the "Rock and Others" collection. The collection consists of objects that always come to the end result in a unique way. The object arises from an interplay be...
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2010s Dutch Decorative Objects

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Alabaster, Steel

Continental Rock Crystal Obelisks, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Continental Rock Crystal obelisks, from France, late 19th Century. The obelisks proper are 12 inches high, each mounted on a 4-inch crystal cube of a later date, for a ...
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1890s French Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects

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Rock Crystal

Large Antique Soild Oak Sculpture of Saint John the Baptist w. Lamb of God 1850
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique hand carved church statue of Jewish prophet, John the Baptist, circa 1850. When you think of the life of Saint John the Baptist (or Baptiste as it is spelled here) then you can only come to the conclusion that in fact he was one of the most important human beings in the history of the world in general and of Christianity in particular. Saint John is sometimes depicted with a lamb to symbolise his recognition of Jesus as the Son of God. When John baptised Jesus in the River Jordan he said 'Behold, the Lamb of God'. In this case the sculptor chose to portray a standing lamb which is a rare feature and this antique was obviously carved in the Baroque Style. This Style is less detailed (or some would say 'more naive') than for example the Renaissance Style, but there are many collectors who love and collect this Style. Also, because it was most used in antique churches all over Europe and this Style also is most used in antique religious paintings of the old masters. Just like with 17th century Baroque Saint...
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Mid-19th Century French Baroque Revival Antique Decorative Objects

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Wood, Oak

Karl Springer Set of 4 Candleholders in Gunmetal and Brass, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 candle holders in polished gunmetal with brass accents by Karl Springer, American 1980s. These iconic Springer candle holders are the epitome of chic. Reference Karl Sp...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

Karl Springer Stunning "Kyoto Box" in Tessellated Penshell 1980s 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally crafted "Kyoto Box" in tessellated penshell with brass inlays on top and trim around base by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Sprin...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Brass

Karl Springer Large Artisan Hand Etched Glass Vase 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Large artisan glass vase with abstract etched design by artist Joseph Spohr for Karl Springer, American 1980's. Spohr was a master glass etcher, not only engraving glass but giving i...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Karl Springer Large Hand Blown White Scavo Glass Vase, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Large hand blown glass vase, white scavo glass with serpentine coil wrapping around and decorative elements on sides, by Seguso Vetri d’Arte (Murano Italy)...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Hestian Light Series by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Green Resin, Made-To-Order
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, Hestian, 2022. The Hestian series of organic light sculptures are one-of-a-kind and hand moulded from a composite...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

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Plaster, Paper, Resin

VALDIVIA Virgin Sculpture in Casted Bronze by ANDEAN, In Stock
Located in Quito, EC
VALDIVIA is a sand-cast bronze sculptural object representative of the significance of religion within Latin American culture. It is an abstraction study; that combines the Virgin Ma...
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2010s Ecuadorean Pre-Columbian Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Karl Springer Exceptional Lidded Box in Tessellated Travertine 1980s 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally crafted table top box in tessellated travertine with wood interior by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed "Karl Springer" on bottom). This box has a nice scale and t...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Travertine

Porcelain Ceramic and 18k Gold Sculptural Vase Italy Contemporary, 21st Century
Located in London, GB
"TuttiTappi (Surprise!)", 2022, porcelain found object, earthenware, and 18K gold H 35 x 20 cm Real 18K gold has been applied through third firing on the internal sculptural elem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Victorian Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

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.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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