Bob Womack
1990s American Organic Modern Decorative Bowls
Burl, Maple
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Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Vases
Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Vases
Wood
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Maple
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2010s Italian Modern Glass
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Console Tables
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables
Brass
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Brass, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Lacquer
Wood, Softwood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Native American Ceramics
Ceramic
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1970s American Folk Art Paintings
Paint
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
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Antique 19th Century British Moorish Tables
Brass
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Gueridon
Brass
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.