Art Deco Brass Clam Shell Footed Tray Bowl Trinket Dish, Vintage
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage brass or bronze bowl or tray features sea shell, or clam shell, shaped body, supported on two small feet. Minimally sculpted, streamlined form of the tray is accented by meti...
Brass
Vintage Seashell Encrusted Owl Sculpture
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A wonderfully whimsical vintage owl sculpture intricately covered in hundreds of natural seashells. Different varieties, sizes and tones of shells were carefully arranged to create t...
Shell
Vintage Maitland-Smith Penshell Decorative Box with Rope Tassel Base
By Maitland Smith
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A striking vintage decorative box by Maitland-Smith, showcasing the brand’s signature use of exotic materials and refined craftsmanship. The surface features a bold harlequin pattern...
Metal
Archimede Seguso (Attributed) Murano Glass Shell Centerpiece for Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
**Archimede Seguso Attributed Murano Glass Shell Centerpiece for Cartier** Refined vintage Murano glass shell-form centerpiece, attributed to **Archimede Seguso** and documented as ...
Murano Glass
1970s Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Italian Round Centerpiece
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Excellent vintage condition. Minimal signs of age or use consistent with a well-cared-for vintage item.
Art Glass
Vintage Plaster and Resin Giant Tridacna Clam Shell Centerpiece/Vide Poche
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Faux giant Tridacna clam shell in cast/modeled plaster and resin (ca. 1940s/50s, USA).
Resin, Plaster
Vintage Murano Italian Art Glass Millefiori Clam Shell Candy Dish Bowl (A)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Murano Italian Art Glass Millefiori Clam Shell Candy Dish Bowl (A). Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 3" H x 9" W x 9.5" D.
Glass
Vintage Murano Italian Art Glass Millefiore Clam Shell Candy Dish Bowl (B)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Murano Italian Art Glass Millefiore Clam Shell Candy Dish Bowl (B). Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 3" H x 9" W x 10.5" D.
Glass
Vintage Silver Plated Vide Poche Bowl, Two Heart Shells with Ring Handle, 1960s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
This vintage design object is in its original condition and may show signs of use.
Silver Plate
Pair of Vintage Seashell Encrusted Owl Figurines
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A charming pair of vintage owl figurines completely encrusted in tiny natural seashells. Each little owl was individually assembled with layers of shells creating the feathers, face ...
Shell
$196Sale Price|30% Off
Murano Opalescent Blue Amber Shell Clam Glass Bowl Mid Century
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Toronto, CA
A rare find, ideal for collectors and those seeking a luminous, sculptural accent. In excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks. Check our listings for more Murano glass ...
Murano Glass
Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century Description: Wooden base completely covered in a variety of small, natural seashells. Intricate handmade mos...
Wood, Shell
Vintage Boho Hand Carved Wooden Lady With Nautilus
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho wooden hand carved figure. A beautiful wooden construction of a beautiful lady holding a large beautiful shell. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
Shell
Vintage Coastal Seashell Snail Trinket Box – Florida Kitsch Jewelry Box
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A delightful piece of vintage Florida kitsch, this handcrafted seashell trinket box is designed in the form of a whimsical snail, richly adorned with an assortment of natural shells....
Shell, Velvet, Wood
Vintage Green Murano Clam Shell Art Glass Bowl Dish attr. Flavio Poli for Seguso
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking vintage studio art glass bowl features a vibrant emerald-green body shaped into an elegant clam shell form, attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d’Arte.
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Vintage Seashell clock
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL
One of a kind clock made of real seashells, supported by an acrylic base. Fully functioning.
Shell, Acrylic
Vintage Round Scalloped Capiz Photo Frame - India
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A round vintage scalloped capiz photo frame. This piece will be a great addition to a bedside table, bookshelf, or side table. The frame is created from pearlized capiz which is arra...
Shell
Pair of Vintage Handcrafted Seashell and Beach Stone Picture Frames, circa 1970s
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Charming pair of vintage handcrafted picture frames richly decorated with an abundant assortment of natural seashells and smooth beach stones. Each frame is individually composed, cr...
Shell
1990s Vintage Decorative Candlestick with Natural Seashells
Located in Marbella, ES
A unique decorative candlestick crafted with a central base covered in natural seashells of varying shapes, sizes, and colors. The internal metal structure supports several tiers, ea...
Bronze
1970s Mid-Century Modern Green and Yellow Murano Glass Sea Shell Bowl by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The bowl has a shell-shaped form and is made of high-quality Murano glass.
Murano Glass
Vintage Boho Oyster Ceramic Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the unique charm of this vintage Boho ceramic bowl, artfully crafted to resemble an oyster shell. This captivating piece brings a touch of coastal elegance and natural beaut...
Ceramic, Shell
Vintage Candelabro Decorativo, Natural Seashells, Metal Base, 1980
Located in Marbella, ES
A unique decorative candlestick crafted with a central structure covered in carefully arranged natural seashells. The piece features a vertical composition of a wide variety of conch...
Bronze
Vintage Mid-20th Century Tortoiseshell Picture Photo Frame, Italy 50s
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale an elegant antique frame dating back to around the 1950s, crafted in tortoiseshell and soft dark rust-colored velvet. In this mid-20th century piece...
Tortoise Shell, Glass
Vintage Nautical Large Seashell Photo Frame Art Handmade 14x12 Inches Boho Chic
By Nixon
Located in Miami, FL
Bring a piece of the great Nautical Coast into your home! This Unique handmade Shells Photo Art Frame is a statement piece, so let it do all of the talking. Showcasing beautifully ...
Shell
Vintage Coastal Polished Conch Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace timeless coastal elegance with this stunning vintage conch shell clock. Crafted from a beautifully polished natural shell, this unique timepiece showcases an iridescent, pear...
Brass
$1,350 / set
Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Vases - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage coastal set of two vases. Chic coiled pencil reed in a warm tortoise shell finish. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Tortoise Shell, Reed
$950Sale Price|36% Off
Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only)
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only) Beach Decor . ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** A stu...
Coral
Vintage Group of Five Silver Overlay Seashells, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking group of five mid century assorted seashell specimens sculpturally enhanced with a silver overlay. Priced individually. Top Left H: 5 W: 8 D: 5.5 $1,450.00 (SOLD) Top...
Metal
LARGE Antique English Planter Cachepot Black Metal Lacquer SHELL Decoupage c1890
Located in Choudrant, LA
LARGE Antique English Planter Cachepot Black Metal Lacquer SHELL Decoupage c1890. Direct from southern England, a superb one-of-a-kind antique English decoupage container/cachepot. ...
Metal
Vintage Conus Seashell Box, Sterling Mounts, Hallmarked, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage Conus seashell box with sterling silver mounts - side hinge - unidentified hallmarks to the interior (.925 silver) - Italy (Florence - likely) - mid-20th century. Excellen...
Sterling Silver
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.