German Silver Gilt and Shell Covered Nautilus Cup, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
With a figure of Neptune holding aloft a beautiful iridescent shell enclosed by three strap-work figures. The cover surmounted by three sea horses and lion finial.
Silver
Antique Anglo Indian Silver Mounted Nautilus Shell Cup
Located in London, GB
A rare and beautiful ornament, this is an antique Nautilus shell cup with lid, mounted with silver. It was likely made in India, and dates from the late 19th century.
Silver
Late 19th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Nautilus Shell Cup
Located in Paris, FR
Exquisite gilt and patinated bronze cup featuring a faun holding up a nautilus shell on his shoulders.
Marble, Bronze
Wedgwood Pearlware Nautilus Scallop Shell Sorbet Parfait Dessert Cups, S/12
By Wedgwood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of 12 Scallop shell shaped, deep dessert cups suited for serving fruit compote, Sorbet or Sherbet Parfait, from the Wedgwood Nautilus pearlware dessert service, often marked as...
Pearlware
Nautilus Shell Cup Candleholder
Located in Sarasota, FL
A handmade nautilus shell cup and (Mexican? European?) Silver candleholder from a collection of 6.
Silver
Nautilus Shell Cup Candleholder
Located in Sarasota, FL
A handmade nautilus shell cup and Mexican? European?) Silver candleholder from a collection of 6.
Silver
Nautilus Shell Cup Candleholder
Located in Sarasota, FL
European?) Silver and nautilus shell cup candleholder from a collection of 6.
Nautilus Shell Cup Candleholder
Located in Sarasota, FL
A nautilus shell cup and (Mexican? European?) Handmade silver candleholder in the shape of a swan from a collection of six pieces.
Silver
Pair of Nautilus Shell Cup Candleholders
Located in Sarasota, FL
A pair of handmade nautilus shell cup and (Mexican? European?) Silver candleholders from a collection of 6.
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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