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20th Century French Boxes
Bronze
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Bronze
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Bronze
Early 2000s Books
Paper
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Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Ashtrays
Brass, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Belgian Dining Room Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
2010s French Side Tables
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Brass
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Architectural Elements
Bronze
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Velvet
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Gold Plate
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
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Vintage 1950s French Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
Vintage 1950s French Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
French Collectible Jewelry
Mid-20th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Bronze
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bronze
20th Century French Decorative Objects
Slate, Ormolu
20th Century French Decorative Objects
Mirror
Vintage 1950s French Collectible Jewelry
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
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20th Century French Decorative Objects
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Vintage 1940s French Decorative Boxes
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bronze
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Cork
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Cork
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Vintage 1940s French Boxes
Ormolu, Bronze
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.