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1980's studio pottery ceramic "vide poche "by Cloutier
1980's studio pottery ceramic "vide poche "by Cloutier

1980's studio pottery ceramic "vide poche "by Cloutier

By Robert and Jean Cloutier

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1980's studio pottery ceramic "vide poche "by Cloutier France

Category

Vintage 1980s European Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

1980's Studio pottery ceramic "vide poche" by Cloutier
1980's Studio pottery ceramic "vide poche" by Cloutier

1980's Studio pottery ceramic "vide poche" by Cloutier

By Cloutier Freres

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1980's studio pottery ceramic "vide poche "by Cloutier Documented France

Category

Vintage 1980s European Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage 1980s Studio Pottery Bowl by Doug Ferguson, Lava Glaze, Signed
Vintage 1980s Studio Pottery Bowl by Doug Ferguson, Lava Glaze, Signed

Vintage 1980s Studio Pottery Bowl by Doug Ferguson, Lava Glaze, Signed

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Tennessee’s most respected regional pottery studios of the late 20th century. Made in the 1980s, the piece

Category

Mid-20th Century Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Organic Modernist Studio Art Pottery Vase
Mid Century Organic Modernist Studio Art Pottery Vase

Mid Century Organic Modernist Studio Art Pottery Vase

By George Ohr

Located in New York, NY

Interesting organic modern handmade stoneware studio pot, from the 1960s-1980s Studio Pottery

Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Huge ceramic by English artist Charles Bound
Huge ceramic by English artist Charles Bound

Huge ceramic by English artist Charles Bound

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1980's Studio pottery huge céramic vase One of a kind Hand made Stamped by the artist Charles

Category

Vintage 1980s French Vases

Materials

Ceramic

1980s Sculptural Studio Pottery Art Covered Dish
1980s Sculptural Studio Pottery Art Covered Dish

1980s Sculptural Studio Pottery Art Covered Dish

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1980s Sculptural Pottery Art Covered Dish Signed appears as artist Melching 6.5 h x 10.75 diameter

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Pottery

Materials

Pottery

1980s Studio Art Pottery Sculptural Light Brown Coffee Mug
1980s Studio Art Pottery Sculptural Light Brown Coffee Mug

1980s Studio Art Pottery Sculptural Light Brown Coffee Mug

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1980s Studio Art Pottery Sculptural Light Brown Coffee Cup Mug artisan pottery 3.75 h x 4.5 w x

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Pottery

Materials

Pottery

1980's "Signed" Studio Made Pottery Vase
1980's "Signed" Studio Made Pottery Vase

1980's "Signed" Studio Made Pottery Vase

Located in New York, NY

1980's modern "Signed" studio made pottery vase, in vintage original condition with minor wear and

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

British Studio Pottery Carafe by Joe Finch, Mid-Late 1980s
British Studio Pottery Carafe by Joe Finch, Mid-Late 1980s

British Studio Pottery Carafe by Joe Finch, Mid-Late 1980s

By Leach Pottery

Located in Melbourne, AU

An earthenware carafe by Joe Finch, respected British studio potter. Joe is the son of Ray Finch of

Category

Vintage 1980s British Organic Modern Bottles

Materials

Earthenware

Large Studio Pottery Vessel Sculpture, France 1980s
Large Studio Pottery Vessel Sculpture, France 1980s

Large Studio Pottery Vessel Sculpture, France 1980s

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Large Studio Pottery Stoneware Vessel Sculpture, France 1980s Large Studio Pottery Stoneware Vessel

Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Large Studio Pottery Fruit bowl by Mobach 1980's
Large Studio Pottery Fruit bowl by Mobach 1980's

Large Studio Pottery Fruit bowl by Mobach 1980's

By Mobach

Located in London, GB

The studio pottery bowl is created on the turning wheel by sophisticated and advanced skilled Dutch

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ceramic

Brutalist Studio Pottery Vase, Germany, 1980s
Brutalist Studio Pottery Vase, Germany, 1980s

Brutalist Studio Pottery Vase, Germany, 1980s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Brutalist Studio Pottery Vase, Germany, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989

Category

20th Century German Brutalist Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Postmodern Studio Pottery Art Sculpture, 1980s
Postmodern Studio Pottery Art Sculpture, 1980s

Postmodern Studio Pottery Art Sculpture, 1980s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Studio Pottery Art Sculpture, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989

Category

20th Century Post-Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

1980s Ryoko Pottery Sake Cup Japanese Studio Art
1980s Ryoko Pottery Sake Cup Japanese Studio Art

1980s Ryoko Pottery Sake Cup Japanese Studio Art

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Ryoko two-toned speckled pottery cup vase Japanese Ceramics Art. 3 diameter x 3.5 tall. Has a nice

Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Vintage Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase - Hand Painted - Signed - Circa 1980's
Vintage Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase - Hand Painted - Signed - Circa 1980's

Vintage Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase - Hand Painted - Signed - Circa 1980's

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage wheel thrown stoneware studio pottery vase - featuring a grey/green glaze with hand painted

Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Sculptural Studio Pottery Ceramic Table Lamp, 1980s
Sculptural Studio Pottery Ceramic Table Lamp, 1980s

Sculptural Studio Pottery Ceramic Table Lamp, 1980s

By Memphis Group

Located in Miami, FL

One of a kind ceramic lamp. Made of three hand formed (not turned or molded) ceramic elements of different shapes and colors. The glazes are thick and textural. The light bulb goes o...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps

Judith Stiles Postmodern Vase, New York Art Studio Pottery, 1980s
Judith Stiles Postmodern Vase, New York Art Studio Pottery, 1980s

Judith Stiles Postmodern Vase, New York Art Studio Pottery, 1980s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Skidmore College; she started a ceramic studio in SoHo area of New York City and was represented by

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Set of 2 Studio Pottery Sculptural Objects Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s
Set of 2 Studio Pottery Sculptural Objects Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

Set of 2 Studio Pottery Sculptural Objects Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Information: Gerhard Liebenthron, Bremen 1925-2005 Decade: 1980s This original vintage Studio Pottery

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Handcrafted Ceramic Bowl with Black Spiral Design, Modern Studio Pottery, 1980s
Handcrafted Ceramic Bowl with Black Spiral Design, Modern Studio Pottery, 1980s

Handcrafted Ceramic Bowl with Black Spiral Design, Modern Studio Pottery, 1980s

By Jan Bontjes Van Beek, Horst Kerstan

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

sculptural, modern appearance. Likely created in the 1980s, this studio pottery bowl is perfect as a

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Object by.Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s
Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Object by.Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s

Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Object by.Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s

By Horst Kerstan

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

the 1980s in Kandern in Germany. It is made of solid stoneware pottery and has a very unique brown

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Object Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s
Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Object Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s

Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Object Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s

By Horst Kerstan

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

produced in his own Studio in the 1980s in Kandern in Germany. It is made of solid stoneware pottery and

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Large Sculptural Studio Pottery Vase Object by Dieter Crumbiegel, Germany, 1980s
Large Sculptural Studio Pottery Vase Object by Dieter Crumbiegel, Germany, 1980s

Large Sculptural Studio Pottery Vase Object by Dieter Crumbiegel, Germany, 1980s

By Dieter Crumbiegel

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

: 1980s This original vintage Studio Ceramic Object was designed by Dieter Crumbiegel and produced in

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Large Postmodern German Studio Pottery Vase by JLK Keramik, 1980s
Large Postmodern German Studio Pottery Vase by JLK Keramik, 1980s

Large Postmodern German Studio Pottery Vase by JLK Keramik, 1980s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Large Postmodern German Studio Pottery Vase by Jakob Leopold Knödgen for JLK Keramik, 1980s, in

Category

20th Century German Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Brutalist German Studio Pottery Bowl by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1980s
Large Brutalist German Studio Pottery Bowl by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1980s

Large Brutalist German Studio Pottery Bowl by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1980s

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Hamburg, DE

Large Brutalist German Studio Pottery Bowl by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1980s, in Very Good conditions

Category

20th Century German Brutalist Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Abstract Studio Pottery Vase "Brutalist" Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s
Abstract Studio Pottery Vase "Brutalist" Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

Abstract Studio Pottery Vase "Brutalist" Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Studio Pottery Object was designed by Gerhard Liebenthron and produced in his own Studio in the 1980s in

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Wabi Sabi Style Studio Pottery Twin Funnel vase by Vassos Demetriou, 1980s
Wabi Sabi Style Studio Pottery Twin Funnel vase by Vassos Demetriou, 1980s

Wabi Sabi Style Studio Pottery Twin Funnel vase by Vassos Demetriou, 1980s

Located in Skien, NO

Wabi Sabi Style Studio Pottery / Stoneware / Ceramic Twin Funnel Vase Handcrafted by Demetriou

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Rustic Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s
Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s

Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Horst Kerstan, Kandern Germany 1980s

By Horst Kerstan

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Ceramic Studio Pottery vase by Horst Kerstan, Kandern, Germany in the 1980s. Measures: height

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Weed Vase with Drip Glaze, American Art Studio Pottery 1980s
Weed Vase with Drip Glaze, American Art Studio Pottery 1980s

Weed Vase with Drip Glaze, American Art Studio Pottery 1980s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The striking vintage studio pottery ceramic vase is decorated with free-flowing drip glaze, hand

Category

Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 06 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s
Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 06 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s

Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 06 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s

By Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker, Beate Kuhn

Located in Munich, DE

Rare, elegant and highly decorative studio pottery ceramic vase. No 06. Designed and made by famous

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 08 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s
Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 08 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s

Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 08 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s

By Beate Kuhn, Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker

Located in Munich, DE

Rare, elegant and highly decorative studio pottery ceramic vase. No 08. Designed and made by famous

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 05 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s
Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 05 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s

Vintage Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase No 05 by Ilse Ludwig-Korbel Germany 1980s

By Beate Kuhn, Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker

Located in Munich, DE

Rare, elegant and highly decorative studio pottery ceramic vase. No 05. Designed and made by famous

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s
Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

Abstract Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

: Gerhard Liebenthron, Bremen 1925 †2005 Decade: 1970s This original vintage Studio Pottery Object was

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Joke Stroes Pair of Luster Glazed Studio Pottery Objects for Mobach 1980s
Joke Stroes Pair of Luster Glazed Studio Pottery Objects for Mobach 1980s

Joke Stroes Pair of Luster Glazed Studio Pottery Objects for Mobach 1980s

By Mobach

Located in Meer, VAN

Joke Stroes Pair of Studio Pottery Objects for Mobach, Utrecht, The Netherlands, 1980s. Wonderful

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Signe Pistorious-Lehmann Organic German Art Studio Pottery Vase, circa 1980s
Signe Pistorious-Lehmann Organic German Art Studio Pottery Vase, circa 1980s

Signe Pistorious-Lehmann Organic German Art Studio Pottery Vase, circa 1980s

By Signe Pistorious-Lehmann

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Signed European studio art pottery vase by Signe Pistorious-Lehmann (1925-2012). Beautiful organic

Category

Vintage 1980s German Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s
Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

vintage Studio Pottery Object was designed by Gerhard Liebenthron and produced in his own Studio in the

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s
Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1980s

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

vintage Studio Pottery Object was designed by Gerhard Liebenthron and produced in his own Studio in the

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

1980s Paul Bellardo Beehive Vase Mid-Century Studio Pottery Dark Blues Stripes
1980s Paul Bellardo Beehive Vase Mid-Century Studio Pottery Dark Blues Stripes

1980s Paul Bellardo Beehive Vase Mid-Century Studio Pottery Dark Blues Stripes

By Paul Bellardo

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Vincent Smith Museum, and the Syracuse Museum of Fine Arts. Paul opened his open ceramics studio – shop

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

British Studio Pottery, Red Glazed Vase, Japanese-Style, David Frith, 1980s
British Studio Pottery, Red Glazed Vase, Japanese-Style, David Frith, 1980s

British Studio Pottery, Red Glazed Vase, Japanese-Style, David Frith, 1980s

By David Frith

Located in Glasgow, GB

Pottery circa 1980s, is a striking example of modernist studio pottery with pronounced East Asian

Category

Vintage 1980s British Other Vases

Materials

Copper

Cobalt Blue Drip-Glaze Studio Pottery Vase with Marine Relief, England, 1980s
Cobalt Blue Drip-Glaze Studio Pottery Vase with Marine Relief, England, 1980s

Cobalt Blue Drip-Glaze Studio Pottery Vase with Marine Relief, England, 1980s

By P. Ipsens Enke, William Baron

Located in Glasgow, GB

Hand-thrown and boldly expressive, this English studio pottery vase dates to the 1980s, reflecting

Category

Late 20th Century British Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Terracotta

David Leach Studio Pottery Celadon Tea Bowl with Japanese Box, England, 1980s
David Leach Studio Pottery Celadon Tea Bowl with Japanese Box, England, 1980s

David Leach Studio Pottery Celadon Tea Bowl with Japanese Box, England, 1980s

By David Leach, Bernard Leach

Located in Malmö, SE

Leach at Lowerdown, England, 1980s. The bowl stands on a narrow foot and is decorated with a trailed

Category

Vintage 1980s English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

California Design Abstract Studio Stoneware Vase, Signed, Circa 1980s
California Design Abstract Studio Stoneware Vase, Signed, Circa 1980s

California Design Abstract Studio Stoneware Vase, Signed, Circa 1980s

Located in San Diego, CA

A sculptural late 20th-century studio pottery vessel featuring an organically contoured abstract

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Abstract 31cm Ceramic Studio Pottery Object, Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1981
Abstract 31cm Ceramic Studio Pottery Object, Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1981

Abstract 31cm Ceramic Studio Pottery Object, Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1981

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

: Gerhard Liebenthron, Bremen 1925 †2005 Decade: 1980s This original vintage Studio Pottery Object was

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

German Studio Pottery Blue Vase by Ingeborg Zenker, 1989
German Studio Pottery Blue Vase by Ingeborg Zenker, 1989

German Studio Pottery Blue Vase by Ingeborg Zenker, 1989

By Ingeborg Zenker

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Stunning signed European German Modern vintage 1980s contemporary studio pottery vase, made by

Category

Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Objects by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1970s
Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Objects by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1970s

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Objects by Gerhard Liebenthron, Germany, 1970s

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

pottery object was designed by Gerhard Liebenthron and produced in his own Studio in the 1980s in Bremen

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Extra Large Planter Pot Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1986
Extra Large Planter Pot Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1986

Extra Large Planter Pot Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1986

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

original vintage Studio Pottery Object was designed by Gerhard Liebenthron and produced in their own Studio

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery "BLUE" Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron Germany 1970s
Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery "BLUE" Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron Germany 1970s

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery "BLUE" Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron Germany 1970s

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

pottery object was designed by Gerhard Liebenthron and produced in his own Studio in the 1980s in Bremen

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

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1980s Studio Pottery For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of 1980s studio pottery available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of 1980s studio pottery — often made from ceramic, pottery and stoneware — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of 1980s studio pottery — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of 1980s studio pottery made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. A well-made option in this array of 1980s studio pottery has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gerhard Liebenthron, Mobach and Horst Kerstan are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1980s Studio Pottery?

Prices for a piece of 1980s studio pottery can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $45 and can go as high as $32,000, while the average can fetch as much as $824.

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

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 antique and vintage 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.

Questions About 1980s Studio Pottery
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify studio pottery, look on the bottom of the piece for a maker's mark. Then, use an authoritative online resource to determine which artisan uses the mark. A licensed art appraiser can assist you if you have difficulty identifying the pottery on your own. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of expertly vetted studio pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify studio pottery marks, you can first try photographing the marking and performing a reverse image search. In some cases, this approach will lead to a quick identification. When it doesn't, you can enter a description of the marking into a search engine or look for images of the marks in trustworthy reference guides. If you need further assistance, seek the advice of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, although Versace remains one of the top fashion houses of today, the 1980s are considered the heyday of Versace. Campaigns included top supermodels of the time, including Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and were shot by the top photographers Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Versace apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.