Monkey Dish
Mid-20th Century American Decorative Bowls
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Decorative Bowls
Ceramic
Antique 1880s British Arts and Crafts Decorative Bowls
Stoneware
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Ceramics
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Edwardian Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Ceramic
20th Century Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Porcelain
1990s American Modern Serving Pieces
Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie More Candle Holders
Majolica
Recent Sales
Vintage 1970s American Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Brass
Antique Early 1900s German Victorian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Silver
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Figurative Sculptures
Brass
20th Century Thai Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Metal
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Decorative Bowls
Wood
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Wall Mirrors
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Antique Early 1900s French Country Pitchers
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Platters and Serveware
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Doors and Gates
Glass, Art Glass, Wood
Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Animal Sculptures
Terracotta
Antique 1890s French Rustic Animal Sculptures
Ceramic, Faience
Antique 1890s French Country Vases
Faience, Majolica
Antique 1890s English Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s French Rustic Decorative Art
Ceramic, Faience
Antique 19th Century French Vases
Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Ceramics
Faience
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art
Majolica
Antique 1890s French Other Decorative Art
Majolica
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Decorative Art
Earthenware
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A server would use a monkey dish to present nuts and other small finger foods and condiments. The name comes from the centuries-old practice of giving a small portion of food to a monkey to determine if it was poisoned. Shop a collection of monkey dishes on 1stDibs.
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