Markku Salo
1990s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Sheet Metal
1990s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Sheet Metal
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Glass
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Glass
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Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Glass
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2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Architectural Elements
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps
Steel
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Glass
Antique 15th Century and Earlier African Natural Specimens
Bone
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Brass
2010s Philippine Pedestals
Oak
2010s Italian Minimalist Abstract Sculptures
Glass
Vintage 1940s Swedish Vases
Glass
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Bamboo
Antique 19th Century Indian British Colonial Chairs
Wood, Cane
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Murano Glass
Antique Mid-18th Century Tibetan Tibetan Paintings
Silk
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Metal, 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.”
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