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Silver
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2010s Australian Modern Decorative Boxes
Nickel
2010s Australian Modern Decorative Boxes
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Pewter
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Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Australian Art Deco Cabinets
Nickel
2010s Australian Art Deco Cabinets
Nickel
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Mahogany
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Hardwood
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Vintage 1950s Danish Boxes
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Brass, Iron
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Brass
Antique 19th Century British Victorian More Desk Accessories
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Antique 19th Century English Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Leather, Paper
Antique Early 1800s English Regency Decorative Boxes
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Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
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Antique 17th Century Decorative Boxes
Kingwood, Oak
Antique 17th Century European William and Mary Decorative Boxes
Kingwood
Antique 17th Century European William and Mary Decorative Boxes
Kingwood
Antique 19th Century Hungarian Blanket Chests
Antique 19th Century Hungarian Blanket Chests
Pine
20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 1810s English Regency Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1810s English Regency Decorative Boxes
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Satinwood
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Silver Plate
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Teak
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Rosewood
Antique 1760s Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
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Antique 19th Century Indian Boxes
Satinwood, Ebony
Antique 19th Century British Boxes
Antique 19th Century British Boxes
Antique 19th Century British Boxes
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Antique 19th Century British Boxes
Brass, Silver
Antique 19th Century British Boxes
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Jewelry Boxes
Walnut
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Brass
Antique 19th Century British George IV More Desk Accessories
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Victorian More Desk Accessories
Brass
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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 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.
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