Giuseppe Barovier Rare "Murrine" Glass Bowl for Artisti Barovier, Italy, 1910s
By Giuseppe Barovier, Artisti Barovier
Located in Firenze, IT
An extraordinary and museum-quality small bowl in hand-blown glass, produced by the legendary Artisti Barovier workshop in Murano. This piece is a magnificent example of the early 20...
Glass
Glass Paperweight by Goran Warff for Kosta Boda, Rare Find
By Kosta Boda, Göran Wärff
Located in Bochum, NRW
Beautiful and heavy paperweight designed by Goran Warff and made by KostaBoda in the 1960s. Hand made of glass, this paperweight is sophisticate, featuring green and blue waves of gl...
Art Glass
Rare Tapio Wirkkala Rosenthal Studio Line White Op Art Porcelain Vase
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant white porcelain vase was designed by the renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio Line, Germany. Characteristic of Wirkkala’s refined and sculptural...
Porcelain
Rare Offering Basket or Basin Germany-16th Century in Brass
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Rare basin (We think it was the basin to wash the feet on hollyThursday) in brass Rare plat of the german renaissance since it is rather a basin which is much rarer than a offerin...
Brass
Nils Landberg for Orrefors. Rare “Expo” vase in crystal glass. Dated 1949
Located in København, Copenhagen
Nils Landberg for Orrefors. “Expo” Vase, model 4475, 1949. Rare Art Deco vase with deep sandblasted and engraved decoration depicting a floating female figure surrounded by waves and...
Crystal
"Head of a Potter, " Highly Rare Art Deco Sculpture of Male Figure by Nielsen
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This rare and remarkable "Head of a Potter" in the pebbly Sung glaze by Jais Nielsen is both strong and subtle, an evocative and beautiful capturing of a young man's visage, no doubt...
Ceramic
Britt Louise Sundell for Gustavsberg. Rare ceramic candlestick. A groom.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Britt Louise Sundell for Gustavsberg. Rare ceramic candlestick in the form of a groom. Hand-glazed. 1960s. Perfect condition. Signed. Dimensions: H 19.5 cm x D 12.0 cm.
Ceramic
Rare Venini Art Glass Bowl in Light Blue and Lattimo Glass
By Venini, Tomaso Buzzi
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Venini Art Glass Bowl in Light Blue and Lattimo Glass A vintage Venini bowl made of thin light blue and lattimo glass. Probably designed by Tomaso Buzzi in the 1930s. Signed o...
Art Glass
Rare H.Bequet Faience Floral Relief Pitcher Vase, Belgium Ceramics
By Henri Bequet
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare Hubert Bequet ceramic pitcher vase was decorated with a bright colorful raised pattern of abstract flowers on textured teal background. Gold accents draw attention to highly de...
Gold
Rare Chinese opium smoking tray in mahogany , Cloisonné Bronze with Black Enamel
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Chinese opium smoking tray in cloisonné bronze with black enamel.Amazing detail. Divided into compartments plus the wick deposit. 6 trays.. Wonderful patina..Bronze foo dogs.. ...
Bronze, Enamel
Rare Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden ‘Rio’ face vase
Located in Delft, NL
Rare Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden ‘Rio’ face vase
Art Glass
Rare Longwy Vase by Danillo Curetti "Jazzy" limited edition of 25
By Danillo Curetti, Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in Lausanne, CH
A large round vase by French manufacturer Faienceries et Emaux de Longwy, named "Jazzy" and designed by Danillo Curetti in the 1980's. This piece is rare, numbered no. 4 from a limit...
Ceramic
Rare Henriot Quimper France Faience Vase, Abstract Hand Painted Decor
By Quimper Faience Pottery, Henriot Quimper
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare Henriot Quimper faience vase is hand painted with abstract decor of complex geometric bands on the base and on top and abstract leaf garland in the central area of the vase. M...
Faience, Pottery, Ceramic, Majolica
Rare Murano Glass Vase by La Murrina, Italy, 1970s
By La Murrina
Located in Milan, IT
Murano glass vase manufactured by La Murrina. Delicate red decoration and typical 1970s proportions.
Murano Glass
Rare Important Estate Russian Sterling Silver Gemstone Jeweled Cup with Handles
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item is A Spectacular and Very Beautiful Russian Hand Hammered and Etched Scrolled Sterling Silver Cup Vase with Handles. Beautifully done with Exquisite Detail and Rar...
Sterling Silver
Rare Brass Sailing Ship – Signed and Crafted in 1912
Located in Apeldoorn, NL
A remarkable brass sailing ship, entirely crafted from brass and signed in 1912 by Louis Verstraeten to Mr. P.D. Soudyn, commemorating his 25th anniversary (1887 – January 2, 1912). ...
Brass
Sugar Coated Galaxy Amethyst Cluster with Rare Lavender Amethyst Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
At first sight, this Amethyst may look like a normal Amethyst, but when you add some light to it, the WOW effect strikes, and its glittery shine as a galaxy! An Amethyst Galaxy Druzy...
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Rare Ceramic Vase by Erik Ivarsson, Scandinavian Modern, Sweden, 1950s
By Erik Ivarsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare Ceramic Vase by Erik Ivarsson, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Ceramic Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Höganäs in Sweden Dimensions: (W x D x H): 11.5 x ...
Ceramic
Rare Pair of Pomellato Sterling Silver Candlesticks in Mid-Century Modern Style
By Pomellato
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Pomellato sterling silver candlesticks, accompanied with glass bobeches, in Mid-Century Modern style with an elegant, geometric design.
Silver, Sterling Silver
Kähler, Denmark. Slim-necked stoneware vase with rare deep red glaze, 1910s/20s.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Kähler, vase. Slim-necked vase with a rounded body and a rare deep red glaze showing subtle tonal variation. Executed in glazed stoneware with an early 20th-century silhouette. Ori...
Stoneware
Rare Ceramic Bowl / Tray by Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1950’s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare Ceramic Bowl / Tray by Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Ceramic Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden Dimensions (W x D ...
Ceramic
rare multicolor fat lava Ceramic Vase VEB HALDENSLEBEN, GDR Germany, 1970s
By Strehla
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
A very collectible and very rare item of the Haldensleben Collection. The object have a very sculptural form and in its size of 19,5cm in height, it is very impressive and very rare ...
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
"Polo Player, " Classic and Rare Art Deco Sculpture in Caramel Hue by Gregory
By Waylande Gregory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of the rarest and most classic Art Deco sculptures ever produced in 1930s America, this striking Polo Player, complete with his original polo mallet, was sculpted by Waylande Gre...
Porcelain
Rare decorative fruit basket made of wax. Italy, first half of the 19th century.
Located in Milan, IT
A composition depicting a vase-shaped wicker basket with a decorative fruit triumph made of wax. The elegant wicker basket contains an arrangement of colored wax fruit. The branches ...
Wire
Stunning rare tramp art bowl, squirrel, hand carved, 1920s South Germany/Austria
Located in Wien, AT
This example of tramp art is a rare piece featuring a naturalistic depiction of a squirrel.
Wood, Spruce
Rare Antique Josef Hoffmann for Moser Octagonal Faceted Crystal Vase c1920's
Located in Nottingham, GB
A rare and highly distinctive early 20th-century Moser crystal vase, designed in the modernist style of renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann and produced by the fa...
Glass
Dino Martens Rare "Iradato" Aureliano Toso Bowl, circa 1950
By Dino Martens
Located in Sharon, CT
Important example from one of Martens most interesting series.
Glass
Rare Pair of French Majolica Grapes Wall Pockets, Circa 1890
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Pair of French Majolica grapes wall pockets Circa 1890. possibly Orchies.
Ceramic
Antique 19th century Italian Rare Greek Mythology Majolica Vase/Urn
Located in Doha, QA
A very rare and very decorative Italian Majolica Vase. Hight 41 cm. The vase is decorated with four faces of God Ammon-epithet of Zeus, and two of Neptun’s angles -protectors of the ...
Porcelain
Rare Blue Agate Geode Cathedral with Sparkly Blue Galaxy Druzy Amethyst
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Rare Deep Blue Agate Geode with Blue Sugar Druzy Amethyst ▫️ Description A true rarity among geodes, this exceptional specimen showcases one of the rarest color pallete, deep, almo...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Rare Peach Pink Amethyst Geode with Sparkly Druzy and Unknown Inclusions
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Natural Pink Amethyst Geode Slab with Peach-Pink Druzy Crystals on Stand ▫️ Description You might be wondering — is this vivid peach-pink color natural? The answer is yes. The rich...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
$300Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Modern Rare Glass Bowl White & Amber Attributed To Pukeberg
By Pukeberg Sweden
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful rare Scandinavian glass bowl 2 tone color combo, yellow and white, circa 1960's no chips or cracks.
Blown Glass
Rare 19th-century antique Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cloisonné Charger
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This exquisite piece is crafted with great care and beauty. It features a stunning dragon scene and is marked at the base. Cloisonné, the enameling technique employed in this piece,...
Bronze
Rare Ruscha Hellas Handled Jug Vase Geomitric Pattern Pottery Vase MCM
By Ruscha
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking mid-century modern handled jug vase is a rare piece from the Hellas series by Ruscha Keramik, Germany.
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
Rare 19th Century Majolica Vase with Olives Perret Gentil Menton
By Eugène Perret Gentil 1
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century Majolica vase With olives signed Perret Gentil Menton.
Ceramic
Rare Ernst Wahliss Turn-Vienna “Pergamon” Gourd-Shaped Lustre Vase c. 1918
Located in Nottingham, GB
A striking and highly decorative Ernst Wahliss Turn-Vienna “Pergamon” vase, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1918. Of distinctive double-gourd form, the vase measures approxim...
Ceramic
Extraordinary Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone Rare Form on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning Taihu scholar stone in an unusual horizonal balanced form perched on a custom wood stand. The stone, in a nearly pure greyish white color, display a weathered smooth surfa...
Stone
Rare Antique Moser Harrach Amethyst Cameo Vase with Engraved Elk, Signed Gunter
Located in Nottingham, GB
A rare and exceptionally decorative late 19th-century Moser Harrach art glass vase, featuring a deeply carved and engraved cameo woodland scene depicting an elk, executed in rich ame...
Glass
Rare Pair of Neoclassical Porcelain Vases, Possibly Russian, Early 1800s
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of Neoclassical period porcelain vases, possibly Russian from the early 1800s. The gilt porcelain vases are decorated with raised bisque garlands of flowers and porcelain...
Porcelain
Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg. Rare goblet-shaped bowl in stoneware. Mid-20th C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Goblet-shaped bowl, mid-20th century. Rare goblet-shaped bowl in red glaze with bluish speckling, elegant tall foot and smooth, rounded form. Unsigned. ...
Stoneware
Rare Oversized Puzzle Sculpture by Sori Yanagi - 1970
By Sori Yanagi
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Rare Sori Yanagi 3-Level Oversized Wood Puzzle Sculpture This striking oversized wood puzzle sculpture was created by renowned Japanese designer Sori Yanagi, celebrated worldwide fo...
Wood
Large Early 20th C. Abercrombie & Fitch Copper Equestrian / Fishing Tackle Box
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Red Lion, PA
Large Early 20th Century Abercrombie & Fitch Solid Copper Equestrian / Fishing Tackle Box, A True Unicorn of American Sporting History There are rare objects. And then there are obj...
Copper
Rare Carl-Harry Stålhane Glazed Ceramic Vase in Harfur Glaze, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare stoneware vase was designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand in Sweden. The elegant, bulbous bottle-shaped form is finished in a beautiful hand-applied hare...
Ceramic
Charles Schneider “Jade” Vase - Rare Multilayered Art Deco Glass, c. 1920s
By Charles Schneider
Located in Bochum, NRW
A scarce and highly desirable Charles Schneider “Jade” vase, showcasing the master’s most sophisticated palette and technical virtuosity. Unlike the more accessible Le Verre Français...
Blown Glass
Rare Fouillen Quimper France Faience Vase, Hand Painted, 1930-1950
By Quimper Faience Pottery, Paul Fouillen
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare Paul Fouillen Quimper faience vase is hand painted with abstract decor of wide bands on the base and on the rim and abstract patterns in the central area of the vase. Cohesive ...
Faience, Pottery, Ceramic
$1,050Sale Price|70% Off
Rare Important European Colored Floral Flower Cameo Glass Overlay Vase
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item is a Spectacular and Very Beautiful European Specimen of White to Burgundy Colored Art Glass made in the exacting methods of the original Masters of Galle with Exq...
Blown Glass
Rare Pair of Celadon Porcelain Exotic Parrot Candelabra with Gilt Bronze Mounts
Located in Nottingham, GB
A charming and highly decorative pair of antique porcelain parrot candlesticks, finely modelled as colourful exotic birds perched upon elegant turquoise porcelain bases with gilt bro...
Bronze
Rare Antique Regency Travelling Writing Box, English c 1810-1820
Located in Kastrup, DK
A rare Regency writing desk box made in solid ebony. Original leather with natural age-related patina. Original fittings and locks. In good condition and untouched original. En...
Brass
Danish Modern Rare Pair of Iron Dansk Candle Holders by Quistgaard
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of iron candle holders designed by Quistgaard in cast iron take the tappered long candles comes with its original box very nice set and rare to find a pair.
Iron
Rare Ettore Sottsass Limited Edition of 100 Black Ceramic Flower Vase Shiva
By BD Barcelona Design, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Black Shiva ceramic vase designed by Ettore Sottsass circa 1973, edited by BD in Barcelona. This piece has been produced as a limited edition with a total of only 100 units. This...
Ceramic
Rare Stoneware Vase by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, 1960s
By Arabia of Finland, Annikki Hovisaari, Arabia
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, 1960s Great condition. Incised signature 'AH' and 'ARABIA'. Annikki Hovisaari...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pair of Extremely Rare Early 18th Century Regence Period Candlesticks
Located in Middleburg, VA
Made of gilded brass with intricate incised decoration on delicate molded stems with flanged bases. Comes as a pair. Dated 1717 Ile de France. There is a date of 1717 scratched into ...
Brass
Loetz Rubin Matte Iris Handles Ewer Vase, Rare 1898
By Loetz Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
Loetz Rubin Matte Iris - 1898 (aka: rubin metall) Registered Model: PM I-7875 Ruby ground; metallic-bronze iridescent finish (iris) with purple highlights. Measures: Height 7.75 in...
Art Glass
Rare & Important Alfredo Barbini After Martinuzzi 'Siren' Murano Glass Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini, Pauly & Co., Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning, rare and important signed vintage mid-century centrepiece 'Sirena' sculpture by Alfredo Barbini (1912-2007) after Neopolone Martinuzzi (1928-2014) Murano, Venice, Italy. Th...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Rare Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Centerpiece by Vistosi, Italy, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Milan, IT
Rare cobalt blue glass centerpiece manufactured by Vistosi.
Murano Glass
Rare Mid-Century Large French Accolay Ceramic TOTEM Vase, 1950s
By Accolay Pottery
Located in Paris, IDF
This rare Accolay glazed ceramic vase à oreilles was part of the Maya collection made in the 1950s by Les potiers d’Accolay. It has a wonderful presence and will be beautiful in any ...
Ceramic
Rare Trio of Mid-Century Glazed Pottery Vessels by JARU
By Jaru
Located in Hawthorne, CA
MWM DESIGN INTERIORS proudly curates an exclusive selection of decorative objects, fine furniture, and collectible art, tailored to an international clientele with an eye for the exc...
Ceramic, Clay
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Specimen Of Rare Silver Arsenopyrite Crystals With Apatite From Pakistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Specimen Type: Arsenopyrite Weight: 36 grams Dimension: H: 3 x W: 4 x D: 2.5 cm Origin: Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Treatment: None This natural specimen...
Crystal
Rare Pair of Bas-Relief in Turkish Marble, 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
These pair of bas-relief in Turkish marble is an original pair of decorative object realized in Italy in the 18th century. Original Turkish marble. Both the pieces are in excel...
Marble
Rare Large Bay Ceramic Vase, Hand-Painted, Mid-Century Modern, Germany
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Large Bay Ceramic Vase – Germany, 1960s This stunning and rare large ceramic vase is a beautiful example of Bay Keramik’s iconic designs from the 1960s.
Ceramic
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.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.