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Vintage Doll Mould Desk Top Curio
Located in London, GB
An unusual small doll mould decorative curio.
France, c1950s.
Formed out of a plaster like
Category
Vintage 1950s French More Desk Accessories
Materials
Plaster
Antique R J Horner Inlaid Mahogany Side by Side Curio & Secretary Desk C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Horner Inlaid Mahogany & Mirrored Side by Side Curio & Secretary Desk with Spindle Gallery C1930
Category
20th Century American Desks
Materials
Mahogany, Glass
H 74 in W 43 in D 15.25 in
Antique French Cast Iron Geometric 'Etoile' Star Curios
Located in London, GB
as a desk or shelf curio.
Location: Belgium Gallery.
Dimensions: 16 Diameter x 40 H chain
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Square Marble Italian Desk Curio/Objet
Located in London, GB
A small solid marble square.
Italy, circa 1970s.
Ideal desk or shelf geometric curio
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Marble
Antique Brass Desk Top Lens Decorative Curio
Located in London, GB
sturdiness/weighting.
Adjustable to some extent.
Ideal desk top or shelf decorative curio.
Location
Category
Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Small Solid Marble Mid-Century Ball Desk Curio
Located in London, GB
A small solid marble ball.
Italy, c1970s.
Ideal desk or shelf geometric curio.
Tactile
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble
Seguso Murano Sapphire Blue Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Love Birds Figurine
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
opalescent glass in them as well. Would make a great display piece on any vanity, desk or curio cabinet. Use
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 2.5 in W 3 in D 4.5 in
Mid-Century Perspex Geometric Scientific Forms '2'
Located in London, GB
as desk or shelf curios.
Priced and sold individually.
Location: London Gallery
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch More Desk Accessories
Materials
Glass
Murano Green Clear Italian Art Glass Terrier Scotty Puppy Dog Paperweight Figure
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
In Italy" label still attached on the bottom. Would make a great display piece on desk, dresser or
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 3.88 in W 2.75 in D 4.25 in
Barbini Murano Pulegoso Black Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Kitty Cat Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
on the bow around the neck. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.75 in W 2.5 in D 4 in
Barbini Murano Pulegoso Gray Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Kitty Cat Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
gold leaf on the bow around the neck. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.88 in W 2.25 in D 4 in
Adams Style Mahogany Half Cylinder Secretary Writing Desk Hutch Curio 92"
Located in Dayton, OH
mahogany finish with upper bookcase curio cabinet with fretwork doors supported by a lower secretary desk
Category
Late 20th Century Adam Style Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Italian Regency Burlwood Laminate Saber Leg Tall Secretary Desk Display
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Regency Burlwood Laminate Saber Leg Tall Secretary Desk Display Curio Bookcase
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Regency Secretaires
Materials
Glass, Laminate
H 82 in W 36 in D 20 in
Murano Antique Blush Pink White Italian Art Glass Footed Cabinet Flower Vase
By Vetreria Artistica Barovier & C.
Located in Kissimmee, FL
piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Art Deco, Mid-century era. Collectors item! Measurements 6 1
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Barovier Toso Murano Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Ribbed Pitcher Vase
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
gold leaf throughout. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flowers Antique Italian Art Glass Cabinet Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
2 curled handles attached to the neck of the vase. Would make a great display piece on any desk
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass, Murrine
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Green Yellow Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Mid-century era. Midcentury era
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
wear appropriate to age. Their compact size makes them ideal for display on bookshelves, desks, or
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Antique Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
make a great display piece on any vanity, desk, or curio cabinet. For accuracy there is a tiny flat
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Antique Venetian Murano Pink Blue Rim Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Salviati, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Late Victorian, Art Nouveau era. Collectors item! Measures 7 5/8
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Seguso Murano Dark Amethyst Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Squirrel Figurine
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
face, little ears, legs, and full bushy tail. Would make a great companion piece on any desk, vanity or
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 4.25 in W 1.75 in D 3.75 in
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Yellow Italian Art Glass Bunny Rabbit Figure
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Mid-century era. Art Deco - Midcentury era. Very cute
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
H 5.75 in W 2.5 in D 3 in
Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Blue Green Italian Art Glass Perfume Bottle
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
reactive glass. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Mid-century era
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Glass, Uranium Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Barovier Toso Murano Label Red Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Pitcher Vase
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
display piece on any desk, curio cabinet or vanity. Mid-century era. Collector items! Measures 5 3/4" tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.75 in W 2.75 in D 5.5 in
Seguso Murano Golden Amber Gold Flecks Bow Italian Art Glass Kitty Cat Figurine
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
photograph. Would make a great companion piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. A nice gift for the cat
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.38 in W 2 in D 3 in
Barbini Murano Sommerso Aqua Blue Gold Leaf Italian Art Glass Kitty Cat Figurine
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
natural light, and direct sunlight (showing higher contrast). Would make a great display piece on any desk
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5 in W 2.5 in D 4.5 in
Bertil Vallien Boda White Bubble Cirrus Design Sweden Art Glass Flower Vase
By Bertil Vallien, Boda
Located in Kissimmee, FL
background you can see a bluish white color. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Opal Blue Italian Art Glass Pig Figurine Sculpture
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
clear glass. It has a curly tail on the back. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
H 2.88 in W 1.75 in D 3.25 in
Salviati Venetian Dark Pink Green Gold Flecks Serpent Italian Art Glass Vase
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
tongue and blue with orange murine eyes. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Red Gold Italian Art Glass Ribbed Flower Bud Vase
By Flavio Poli, Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
, desk, or curio cabinet. Mid-century era. A must for collectors! Measures 3 7/8" tall x 3 3/4" wide
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Sommerso Orange Blue Italian Art Glass Australia Kangaroo Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
make a nice display piece on any desk, shelf or curio. Great piece for collectors of Murano animals
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Murano Sommerso Yellow Whippet Greyhound Puppy Dog Italian Art Glass Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Mid-century era. A must for the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 10.13 in W 3 in D 7.5 in
20th Century French Statuette
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Perfectly sized for a desk, mantel, or curio cabinet, it brings a sense of joy and elegance to any setting.
Category
20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Blue Italian Art Glass Swan Bird Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
elegant shape. Would make a great display piece on any shelf, desk or curio cabinet. Mid-century era
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass, Sommerso
H 8.88 in W 4.75 in D 4.25 in
Seguso Vetri D'Arte Murano Red Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Duck Bird Figure
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
clear glass. Would make a great display piece on any vanity, desk or curio cabinet. Mid-century era
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Cenedese Murano Sommerso Red Orange Italian Art Glass Bunny Rabbit Figurine
By Cenedese
Located in Kissimmee, FL
desk, curio cabinet or coffee table. Mid-century era. Measurements: 6" tall x 2 3/4" long x 2 1/4" wide.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
H 6 in W 2.25 in D 2.75 in
Murano Blue Green Italian Art Glass Mushroom Toadstool Paperweight Sculpture
By Fornasa De Murano A L'Insegna Del Moreto, Galliano Ferro
Located in Kissimmee, FL
under a black light. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet with black
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass
Toso Murano Blue White Red Millefiori Flower Mosaic Italian Art Glass Bud Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
amethyst, white and sapphire blue colors. Would make a great display piece on any vanity, desk or curio
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Barovier Toso Murano Yellow Blue Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Love Bird Figurine
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
any desk, curio cabinet or vanity. Could also be used as a paperweight. Mid-century era. Measures: 4 1
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 3.07 in W 2 in D 4.25 in
Fratelli Toso Murano Rainbow Filigrana Ribbons Italian Art Glass Swan Figurine
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
eyes. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Mid-century era. Measures
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
H 6 in W 2.13 in D 3.75 in
Toso Murano Millefiori Daisy Clover Flower Mosaic Italian Art Glass Footed Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
colors. Would make a great display piece on any desk or curio cabinet. Mid-century era. Measures: 5" tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine, Glass
Murano Blue White Opalescent Italian Art Glass Fish Figure Paperweight Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Late mid-century era. Measures: 5 1/2" tall x
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 5.5 in W 2.5 in D 4.25 in
Dino Martens Murano White Red Blue Aventurine Italian Art Glass Ribbons Dish
By Dino Martens, Aureliano Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
hits it. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Use it as a catchall
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Ribbon, Glass
H 1.88 in W 4.13 in D 5.13 in
Salviati Murano Copper Aventurine Blue Lines Italian Art Glass Crown Bowl Dish
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
-1800s. Rare design and shape. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Use
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Turtle Figure Paperweight
By Gambaro & Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. It measures 2 1/2" tall x 5 1/4" long x 3 1/2" wide.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 2.5 in W 3.5 in D 5.25 in
Murano Gambaro Poggi Purple Scavo Italian Art Glass Rabbit Figurine Paperweight
By Gambaro & Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. It measures 2 5/8" tall x 4 1/8" long x 2
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
H 2.63 in W 2 in D 4.13 in
Murano Gambaro Poggi Red Blue Purple Italian Art Glass Bird Figurine Paperweight
By Gambaro & Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
carved toy. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. It measures 2" tall x
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
H 2 in W 1.63 in D 4.5 in
Seguso Murano Sommerso Pink Black Italian Art Glass Fish Figurine Paperweight
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
cased over in clear glass. Nicely detailed. Would make a great display piece on any desk or curio
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 5 in W 1.75 in D 5.5 in
Cenedese Murano Vaseline Yellow Red Heart Italian Art Glass Bird and Bowl Set
By Cenedese
Located in Kissimmee, FL
green under a black light. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Use
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Materials
Glass, Uranium Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Murano Emerald Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Swan Bird Sculpture Figurine
By Salviati, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
thick glass. The swan is elegantly sculpted. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.5 in W 3.25 in D 3.75 in
Venini Bianconi Murano Teal White Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
many with and without signatures. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
H 2.5 in W 3.25 in D 3.63 in
Venini Bianconi Murano Yellow Black Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
underneath. I have owned many with and without signatures. Would make a great display piece on any desk
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 2.63 in W 3.25 in D 3.5 in
Venini Bianconi Murano Yellow White Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
many with and without signatures. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 2.38 in W 3.38 in D 3.5 in
Venini Bianconi Murano Blue White Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
with and without signatures. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 2.75 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Venini Bianconi Murano Red White Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
with and without signatures. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 2.63 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Murano Pink Yellow Blue Pastel Colors Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Flower Vase
By Venini, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
underneath. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Fill it with flowers, or
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 5.13 in W 5 in D 5.5 in
A.Ve.M. Murano 1932 Teal Green Pulegoso Bubbles Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Kissimmee, FL
bubbled glass, the "Pulegoso" technique. Would make a great display piece on any desk or curio cabinet
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.75 in
Seguso Murano Sommerso Green Italian Art Glass Horse Head Figurine Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
detailed with a very realistic face and mane. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Sommerso, Art Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
H 4.75 in W 2 in D 4.75 in
Murano Blue White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Duck Bird Figurine Sculpture
By Salviati, Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
make a great display piece on any desk, curio cabinet or console table. Mid-century era. Measures 6
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Seguso Murano Dark Amethyst Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Conch Seashell Bowl
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
has a conch seashell shape. Would make a great display piece on any desk, vanity or curio cabinet. Use
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Materials
Gold Leaf
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Curio Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic curio desk available at 1stDibs. A curio desk — often made from wood, glass and cherry — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect curio desk — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A curio desk made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one curio desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Ethan Allen, George Hepplewhite and Maddox Furniture produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Curio Desk?
A curio desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,525, while the lowest priced sells for $183 and the highest can go for as much as $22,500.
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 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.
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