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Mid-20th Century Vases
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vases
Bronze
Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern More Candle Holders
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Modern Pottery
Pottery
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Antique 17th Century Belgian Baroque Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors
Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Vases
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Mounted Objects
Ormolu, Bronze
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s French Wall Mirrors
Mirror
Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mi...
Brass
Vintage 1960s Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1910s Vases
Art Glass
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Crystal
Antique 19th Century French Anglo-Indian Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s Organic Modern Candle Sconces
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
2010s South African Organic Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Korean Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors an...
Mirror, Hardwood, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Vases
Porphyry
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1990s American Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Steel
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.