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19th Century French Paperweight Bronze Dog Sculpture on Grey Marble Stand
By Christophe Fratin
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique dog sculpture paperweight was created in France, circa 1880. Standing on an oval grey
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

German Shepherd Dog Bust Paperweight Sculpture / France, 1910
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
German shepherd dog bust paperweight sculpture / France, 1910. Foundry Mark coin. Signed H. Puyen
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Metal

French Ormolu Monkey Motif Green Crystal Controlled Bubble Paperweight
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Ormolu monkey motif green crystal controlled bubble paperweight. France, Circa 1900s. An
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Paperweight
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu and marble paperweight
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Animalier Bronze Marble Greyhound Sculpture Desk Paperweight 1900
By Emmanuel Fremiet
Located in Portland, OR
A very handsome antique French Animalier bronze greyhound sculpture, paperweight, circa 1900. The
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Small Scale Statue/Paperweight
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most charming French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and Rouge Royale marble small scale statue
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French Belle Époque, Patinated Bronze Desktop Sculptural Paperweight, 19 Century
Located in New York, NY
paperweight depicts an angel, receiving a love letter from a dove. A perfect marriage between desk decoration
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1870s French Belle Époque Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Max Le Verrier / Artus Pelican Hood Ornament / Paperweight, France
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Max Le Verrier / Artus Bird Hood Ornament / Paperweight - France. Hard to find circa 1925
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Metal

Baccarat Antique Sand Dunes Rock Paperweight
By Baccarat
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine antique French Baccarat Sand Dunes (or Rock) paperweight of small Size dating from the mid
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19th Century French Empire Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Glass

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H 1.58 in. Dm 1.58 in.
Baccarat Mushroom Torsade Paperweight, circa 1850
By Baccarat
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Heading : A baccarat mushroom torsade paperweight circa 1850. Date : 1850. Origin : France
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1850s French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Baccarat Mushroom Torsade Paperweight, circa 1850
By Baccarat
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Heading : a Baccarat mushroom Torsade paperweight c1850 Date : circa 1850 Origin : France
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Rene Lalique Glass 'Deux Aigles' Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique clear & frosted glass 'Deux Aigles' paperweight, with details highlighted in grey
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1910s French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Glass

1920 Art Deco French Cast Brass Borzoi Dog Sculpture on Green Marble Paperweight
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very cute heavy French Art Deco brass borzoi dog on green marble. Nice expression in his little
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique Miniature Baccarat Concentric Millefiori Glass Paperweight
By Baccarat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French glass paperweight. Attributed to Baccarat (or possibly St. Louis). With
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Late 19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

19th Century Bronze Miniature Shoe Model Used as Paperweight
Located in Leuven , BE
This is a lovely 19th century bronze miniature shoe model used as paperweight. The bronze shows has
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19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Grand Tour Armorial Dore Bronze Bookends/Paperweights
Located in New York, NY
/paperweights depicting "Peace and Music". Each is beautifully cast, hand-chiseled, and chassed with fantastic
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1870s French Louis XVI Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Baccarat Huntsman Sulphide Paperweight on Translucent Red Ground
By Baccarat
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A Baccarat huntsman sulphide paperweight on translucent red ground Measures: height 4.5 cm (1 3/4
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1850s Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Mirrored Art Deco Paperweight Att. to Jean Luce, C 1930's
By Jean Luce
Located in New York, NY
Chic solid glass Art Deco mirrored paperweight, having bevelled edges. This piece is in very
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Mirror

Manuel Mafra Caldas Portuguese Palissy Style Stag Beetle Desk Paperweight
By Manuel Mafra 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extremely scarce glazed earthenware desk weight or paperweight of a Stag Beetle, from the
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1870s International Style Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Earthenware

Amalric Walter and Alfred Finot Pate De Verre Woman with Schawl Paperweight
By Amalric Walter
Located in Bochum, NRW
Amalric Walter and Alfred Finot, a seated female figure with a shawl and a necklace, Nancy, c. 1910 Gorgeous pâte-de-verre figurine in shades of jade, dark green and violet-blue col...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

18th Century, French Lock and Key
Located in Houston, TX
18th century French iron lock and key. This handsome french iron lock comes with the original key
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

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H 6 in. W 10.5 in. D 7.25 in.
18th Century French Provincial Turned Walnut Finial on Brass Base
Located in Middleburg, VA
18th century French Provincial turned finial. Made of richly patinated walnut. Mounted on a brass
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18th Century French French Provincial Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Metal

19th Century, French, Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Antique Braise Cast Iron Flat Press Laundry Trivet, France, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cast iron trivet is particular Because it was created to put braises inside. This type of model represented a step forward for the laundress because it allowed to iron longer ...
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Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century, French, Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Louis XV Style Doré Bronze Dogs on Malachite Plinths
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 3in W: 4 1/4in D: 2 7/8in This exceptional pair of French Doré bronze dogs on
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press from Paris
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Antique French Bronze D' Ore & Mother of Pearl Peacock Paper Weight, Circa 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French bronze D' Ore and mother of pearl peacock paper weight, Circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Rust Red Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press with Book
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Antique Round Figural Bronze Plaque Medallion Adam and Eve Garden of Eden
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique round figural bronze plaque medallion Adam and Eve Garden of Eden. Item features solid cast bronze construction, figure of Expulsion of Adam and Eve with Angel from the Garde...
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19th Century French Classical Roman Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Saint Louis Encased Overlay Upright Bouquet
By Saint Louis
Located in Steyning, West sussex
Saint Louis encased overlay upright bouquet.
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1840s French Napoleon III Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Glass

19th Century Faux Bamboo Desk Accessory Brass Ruler
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
19th Century Faux Bamboo Desk Accessory Brass Ruler
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19th Century French Folk Art Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Brass

1880s French Gilt Bronze Napoleon Paperweight
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1880s French gilt bronze Napoleon paperweight on marble base, signed.
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1880s Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

French Victorian Bust form Bronze and Marble Paperweight
Located in New York, NY
French Victorian small bronze bust form (paperweight) depicting a lady in high dress on a circular
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Metal, Bronze

French Neoclassical Lion paperweight gilded bronze marble 19th century
Located in Florence, IT
This paperweight, in gilded bronze with a marble base, represents a lion sleeping. Paperweight
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19th Century Other Art Style Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu and Marble Paperweight
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most charming French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and marble paper weight, signed and
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Bofill Silvered Bronze Owl, Hibou Paperweight / Hood Ornament, France, 1910-15
By Antoine Bofill
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Bofill silvered bronze owl - Hibou Desk Paperweight / Car Mascot / Hood Ornament. France 1910-15
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Apache Indian Chief Head Car Mascot, Hood Ornament / Paperweight, France, 1925
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Apache indian Chief Head Car Mascot - Hood Ornament / Paperweight. Designed by H. Briand publisher
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Cubist Pelican Paperweight Desk Sculpture by G.H. Laurent, France, 1925
By Georges H. Laurent
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Cubist Pelican paperweight desk sculpture by G.H. Laurent, France, 1925. Art Deco cubist
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Metal

Original Rene Lalique 'Moineau Fier' Glass Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Moineau Fier, an Art Deco glass paperweight. A proud sparrow in frosted glass set on an integral
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Walter and Finot Pâte de Verre Paperweight
By Alfred Finot, Amalric Walter
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau glass pâte de verre paperweight (press-papiers) designed by A. Finot and
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Book & Scroll Paperweight / Sculpture
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Jacob Petit
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French porcelain Trompe L'oeil paperweight or sculpture. In the form of a book
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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Pelican Le Verrier Sculpture Car Mascot Paperweight Packet Watch Holder
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Bird sculpture / car mascot / paperweight / packet watch holder. Art Deco "Pelican Max Le Verrier
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Metal

French Musical Automaton "Little Girl Training Dog over table.
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
French Musical Automaton "Little Girl Training Dog over table. Standing upon a velvet-covered
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19th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Bust Sculpture of a Woman / France, 1930
By Auscher
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
marble base. Signed on the base Auscher. France 1930 Perfect desk piece or paperweight.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Head / Bust Sculpture of a Woman / France, 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
. France 1930's. Perfect desk piece or paperweight.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III Bacarrat ormolu and glass Cave a Liqueur, or
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1860s French Napoleon III Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Ormolu

Late 19th Century French Bronze of a Bull by Auguste Cain
By Auguste Nicholas Cain
Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire
A late 19th century French patinated bronze model of a bull standing amongst an overturned wheat
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Baccarat Engraved Crystal Mounted Bronze Perfume Bottle
By Baccarat
Located in Pasadena, CA
A fine quality 19th C. French Baccarat engraved crystal mounted bronze perfume bottle. H: 7-1/2
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Nesting Quail on Marble Base
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French bronze sculpture of Nesting Quail on marble base will make the perfect
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1890s French Belle Époque Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Baccarat Engraved Crystal Mounted Bronze Perfume Bottle
By Baccarat
Located in Pasadena, CA
Magnificent 19th C. French Baccarat engraved crystal mounted bronze perfume bottle. H: 8-3/4
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Green Marble & Gold Bronze 4 Piece Inkwell Desk Set Circa 1875-85
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exceptional Antique French green marble and gold bronze 4 piece inkwell desk set, circa 1875-1885
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

4-Piece French Empire Bronze Inkwell Set with Swan
Located in New York, NY
French Empire-style (19th Century) 4 piece bronze inkwell set with swan design. Inkwell
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19th Century Empire Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Cast Iron French Figural Bird Heron Paper Clip or Letter Holder
By Susse Freres
Located in Haarlem, NL
Rare 19th century French heavy cast iron clip with spring in the shape of a birds head. Most
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

F. Barbedienne, 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Cloisonnè Enamel Tazza Cup
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Firenze, IT
This French 19th Century antique lovely bronze and cloisonnè enamel tazza or cup with handles is an
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Late 19th Taxile Doat Manufacture De Sevres dated 1899 Flora
By Taxile Doat
Located in Marseille, FR
Art Nouveau ceramic paperweight "Flora" by Taxile Doat, Sèvres factory dated 1899. Some cracks on
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Bronze Figure of a Cat 'Chat De Siam Assis' by Edouard M. Sandoz
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz, Susse Freres
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Very Rare Art Deco French silver plated bronze sculpture figure of a cat, ' Chat De Siam Assis
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Baccarat Art Deco Crystal Bowl
By Baccarat
Located in Miami, FL
their pieces or paperweights from 1846-1849 which will be marked with the letter B and the year the
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Rabbit by Eduard Marcel Sandoz, Susse Freres, 1920
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco silver plated bronze sculpture of a rabbit hare. Lovely paperweight. Edouard Marcel Sandoz
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

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Antique French Paperweights For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique French paperweights available for sale. Each of these unique antique French paperweights was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and bronze. Antique French paperweights have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique French paperweights are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Louis XVI styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique French paperweights over the years, but those made by Baccarat, Saint Louis and Clichy are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique French Paperweights?

Antique French paperweights can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,515, while the lowest priced sells for $172 and the highest can go for as much as $29,500.

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 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 Antique French Paperweights
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.

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