Opera Dummy Boards
Antique 19th Century American Paintings
Wood
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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Kingwood
Antique Late 18th Century English Country Cupboards
Pine
Vintage 1920s European Early Victorian Toys
Linen, Cut Glass, Pine, Paper
Antique 18th Century British George III Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Iron
Early 20th Century English Victorian Paintings
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Steampunk Sculptures and Carvings
Early 2000s Czech Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Steel
Antique 19th Century English Regency Center Tables
Rosewood
Antique 1820s English Regency Sofa Tables
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Vases and Vessels
Brass
Antique 1820s French Buffets
Hardwood
1960s Modern Black and White Photography
Silver Gelatin
2010s Contemporary Color Photography
Archival Pigment
2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Finding the Right decorative-art for You
Antique, new and vintage decorative art is crucial to personalizing your interior.
Bringing art into your home will help you create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, whether you are expecting to regularly host guests for cocktails in your living room or you are inclined to soak up some “me time” on weekends by curling up with a book in your library. After all, a room isn’t quite complete until you hang some art on the walls.
Choosing a piece of art for your interior is a matter of finding something that resonates with you. You should also consider what will work with your current decor. Keep in mind that a wide range of objects counts as decorative art — antique and vintage prints, paintings, wall-mounted sculptures and more. There is so much to choose from! And art can feel as deeply personal with the vintage posters that promoted your favorite classic films as it can with framed photographs of your loved ones.
Decorative art can set the mood for a room and will typically make for great conversation. When you find wall decor and decorations that speak to you, why not introduce them into your space? It will give you and your guests the opportunity to meaningfully engage with the art every time you see it. You can play with different styles, eras and colors. Mix and match pieces to integrate a refreshing pop of color or create a theme by dedicating a room to a color palette or certain time period. A great way to tie your layout together is to choose wall art that complements your decor and color scheme.
Folk art is an interesting category for its wide range of works across various media and the array of textures it can offer. Paper art is another versatile option because it will be easy to find a home for portraits, collages, drawings and other works in your space. With decorative paper art, you can also get creative with how you arrange your wall art. There are plenty of options that include hanging the works salon-style.
On 1stDibs, find a constantly growing collection of antique and vintage decorative art today.
- What is a dummy board?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dummy boards were flat cutouts of people that were painted to resemble other people in a household. It’s believed that they originated in Holland in the 17th century and quickly became a popular item to have in the home. They create the appearance of other people being in a home and are sometimes called silent companions. Their true purpose isn’t entirely understood. Shop a collection of dummy boards from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a dummy board used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No one is entirely sure of the purpose of dummy boards or if there even was one solitary purpose. Dummy boards were wood cutouts of people and displayed in homes. It’s believed they may have been used to make homes feel larger, to ward off loneliness, to thwart burglars or perhaps just for pure folly. Shop a collection of dummy boards from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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