Opaline Vanity Boxes
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Opaline Glass
Antique 1880s French Victorian Jewelry Boxes
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Vanity Items
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Decorative Bowls
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Jars
Gold Leaf
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Figurative Sculptures
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Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
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Milk Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Tea Sets
Porcelain
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Decorative Boxes
Opaline Glass
20th Century French Belle Époque Jewelry Boxes
Opaline Glass
Antique Early 1900s French Late Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Gold, Bronze
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Nickel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Early 20th Century French Bottles
Opaline Glass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Garniture
Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Vintage 1950s Unknown Decorative Boxes
Glass
Vintage 1950s Italian Glass
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 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.
- What are vanity boxes?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vanity boxes are small ornately decorated boxes used to hold a woman's grooming essentials, such as a powder puff and a mirror. Although initially designed for travel, they are usually placed on a vanity table or dresser in modern homes. Find a selection of antique and vintage vanity boxes on 1stDibs.
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