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Decorative Objects For Sale
Low Stoneware Bowl Vessel II- 18" wide
Located in Van Nuys, CA
comes in two sizes
16" and 18"
see other listings
Discover the Relics Large Low Stoneware Planter Bowl, the perfect large sized bowl to use as a planter for orchids or other succu...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Mid-Century Modern Amber Resin Bust Sculpture by Dorothy Thorpe 1970s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is an Amber resin bust of classical sculpture by Dorothy Thorpe made circa the 1970s. The sculpture is perfectly translucent which makes the bust glow!
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Resin
JOSEF HOSPODKA - BOROCRYSTAL - Mid Century Glass Vase - Czechia - Circa 1950
Located in Chatham, ON
JOSEF HOSPODKA (Designer) - BOROCRYSTAL (Manufacturer) - Fine quality Mid Century glass vase - heavy tri-color glass featuring a bulbous five prong design at the rim - polished finis...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$857 Sale Price
30% Off
Polpo Hand-blown glass Sculpture by Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
Polpo is a hand-blown glass sculpture that captures the fluidity and grace of an octopus. "Light and silent, the sinuous movements of the octopus seem domesticated and united with th...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
$1,984 / item
18th Century, Italian Carved Giltwood Wing of a Baroque Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Baroque hand carved angel-wing with traces of old paint and gilding. Rare and very decorative item placed on a wooden base, Italy, circa 1750. Weathered. Measurement is inc...
Category
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$380 Sale Price
45% Off
Walter Bosse Hedgehog Stackable Brass Ashtrays, Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A complete set of six vintage stackable midcentury hedgehog ashtrays. A humorous and charming design by Walter Bosse, executed in the 1950s by Hertha Baller, Austria. Made of solid b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Amphorae Idria vase by Mario Cioni & C
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
The reinterpretation of the typical Greek shape recalls this vase's name. It wants to enhance the beauty of simple but never obvious shapes, that can fit in any environment. Crystal ...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
$840 / item
Textured Drift Series Free Form Hand Made Vase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
a mix of traditional with organic modern
large vessel is a true one of a kind Statement centerpiece
unique hand shaped vase with sculpted edges
full of levels of white and crea...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$2,600 / item
Awakening Bloom Vase With Green
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Experience the exquisite artistry of the new 2025 Spring- Awakening Bloom Series at The Shine Studios, where each piece evokes the feeling of winter snow melting and the beauty of S...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Stone Luana S Green Marble Vase by Jacopo Simonetti
Located in Milan, IT
The Luana S vase is carved from green Luana marble sourced from the unique quarry in the apuan alps in tuscany. This vase features a dark background enriched with green and multicolo...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
$1,259 / item
Moody Black Tall Free Form Hand Made Vase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Introducing theMoody Lava Moon Collector, available exclusively at The Shine Studios. This large, hand-coiled vase features a matte finish with layers of heavy clay and slip and adde...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$2,300 / item
Chess, Hommage à Marcel Duchamp by Brigitte Kowanz, signed and marked
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Execution Brigitte Kowanz (chessmen) and Woka Lamps VIENNA (car and board) Chessmen made from kaiser rolls, carved and covered with acrylic, car from bicycle-wheels, iron frame, etch...
Category
Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Large Couple Foo Dogs Temple Lions Turquoise Ceramic 25cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful pair of foo dogs, temple lions, vintage figurines made of turquoise, light blue colored glazed ceramic, China, not marked, circa mid 20th century.
This beautiful pair is n...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Millerighe Clear Glass Vase by Casarialto
By Casarialto
Located in Milan, IT
The Large Millerighe vase embodies a unique blend of traditional Italian artistry and modern elegance. Its sinuous silhouette and striped surface create a visual harmony that draws i...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Set of 3 Murano Vases Bolle Collection by Paolo Castelli by Paolo Castelli
Located in Milan, IT
A rainbow of new furniture vases witnesses par excellence of Murano's artisan creativity, declining into a work of art. The current result of this precious collaboration, always aime...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Green Glass Carafe Bird of Prey Eagle Bessi Italy 29cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful vintage green glass carafe in the shape of an eagle or bird of prey, by Bessi, Italian, collector's item from the 1960s-1970s, marked at the bottom.
These glass carafes we...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Onyx Marble Waterfall Fountain – Hand-Carved Stone Sculpture Artwork By HAAND
Located in St Petersburg, US
Sculpted from glowing, semi-precious white onyx, Riflesso di Luce is more than a fountain — it’s a living sculpture where light and water meet in harmony. With its clean architectura...
Category
2010s European Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Onyx
Vintage Glass Fishing Floats
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 8 vintage blown glass fishing floats. Lovely colors in pale blue, ambers, red, and cobalt blue.
Measurements:
Large pale blue: 8" Dia
Large amber: 5.5" Dia
2 medium amber: 3...
Category
Mid-20th Century Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
$295 / set
Kyushu Repousse Vase in Patinated Brass, by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Kyushu Repousse Vase in Patinated Brass, by Vikram Goyal
"Repoussé involves hammering low-relief designs into malleable metal sheets from the reverse that originated around the 3rd ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
George III 'Mansion' Form Bottle Caddy or Tabletop Cellarette, circa 1780
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A rare and exquisite circa 1780 English, possibly Irish, George III period bottle caddy or tabletop cellarette in the form of a two-storey ashlar Palladian mansion house, the boxwood...
Category
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Large Gunnar Nylund Sage Green Stoneware Plate, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Muted sage olive green stoneware plate with ribbed diagonal edges under the matte glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand’s Ritzi line. Stamped under base.
Great vintage cond...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
Awakening Bloom Vase with Green
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Experience the exquisite artistry of the new 2025 Spring- Awakening Bloom Series at The Shine Studios, where each piece evokes the feeling of winter snow melting and the beauty of S...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Piero Fornasetti Mid-Century Pistole Pattern Metal Basket or Waste Bin
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish mid-century Italian metal refuse bin decorated with the ‘Pistole’ design by renowned Italian artist and designer Piero Fornasetti (Italian, 1913-1988) and dating from ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Old Chinese Jewelry Box Jewelry Box Jade Rosewood Brass
Located in Poperinge, BE
Old Chinese rosewood wooden jewelry box, jewelry box with brass fittings and a jade plaque in the center of the lid, inside a red lining with golden floral decoration, second half of...
Category
1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Antique French Anduze Castelnaudary Glazed Terracotta Garden Planter Urn
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French green glazed Terracotta earthenware garden planter. Wide trophy urn shape with drain hole, footed base and four lobed handles. Handmade in France
Originally created in the 16th century by potters inspired by the Medicis, this French Provencal pottery...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Amber Resin Bird Sculpture by Dorothy Thorpe 1970s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is an Amber resin bird sculpture, specifically doves, by Dorothy Thorpe made circa the 1970s. The sculpture is perfectly translucent which makes the birds glow in the light!
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Resin
Romantic Hand Painted Dieppe Floral Snuff Box - France - Early 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Romantic hand painted Dieppe bovine bone floral snuff box - featuring a colorful display of flowers set against a solid brown background - the sides decorated with garlands and blue ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Romantic Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Paint
$2,765 Sale Price
30% Off
A Set of 5 Architectural RADICAL & POSTMODERN Metal VASES, by KAPPA, France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional and spectacular set of 5 geometric vases, Post-Modern, Radical, 5 different sizes stainless steel rectangular structures, forming together a kind of "Cityscape" set of...
Category
1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Blue Swirl Murano Art Glass Sphere Vase, Alberto Donà, 1980
By Alberto Donà
Located in Villaverla, IT
Discover this captivating Murano art glass sphere vase, a truly exquisite piece from the renowned Italian master glassblower Alberto Donà, meticulously crafted in 1980. This stunning...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Nemadji Pottery Wedding Vase - Multicolor Swirls
Located in Fairfield, CA
A large vintage Nemadji Pottery wedding vase with a beautiful organic pattern of orange, green, and brown swirls on a light off-white background. Beautiful matte finish.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Antique 1899 Rookwood Pottery E.T. Hurley Orange Brown Floral Vase Urn 705 8"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 1899 Rookwood Pottery 705 ceramic flower vase by Edward Timothy Hurley. Simply styled vase with tapered base and flared mouth, decorated with a golden green to dark brown om...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
$296 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Rattan Harley Davidson Life Size Sculpture Coastal Wicker Bamboo
By Tom Dixon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
This vintage life-size Harley Davidson sculpture features a coastal wicker design, making it a unique and eye-catching decorative piece. Often attributed to Tom Dixon for Habitat bu...
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Decorative Objects
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Golden heart #33 with metal support base. Porcelain, gold leaf. Handmade Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
No description provided
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
Shagreen Sculptural Floor Lamp with Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Edo Pottery Vase 18th Century / Tsubo
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old ceramic vase made in Japan.
It was made in the Edo period (1860s-1860s).
It is called Shigaraki ware in Japan.
This large vase was used to hold and carry tea leav...
Category
Late 17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Pedestal Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Pedestal Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen made in 1930. A fine detail for a beautiful place.
* Pedestal pewter vase with a mermaid
* Designer: Just Andersen
* Manufacture: GA...
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Collection of 3 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have curated a group of stunning pieces of ceramics made in Sweden during the 1950s.
These pieces have been gathered and put together by us, carefully sorted and now ready to be g...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Exquisited Handcrafted Green Vase in Murano Glass by Ca dei Vetrai.
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Exquisited handcrafted green vase in Murano Glass (mouth blown) by Ca dei Vetrai. Made in Italy . This vase is in excellent condition.
Dimension:
diam 6,29 x 10,23 H inches
d...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Pewter Vase Trio by Ellen Schlanbush for Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Pewter Vase Trio designed by Ellen Schlanbush for Just Andersen in the early 1950s.
* Set (3) of tall cannellated pewter vases on round foot
* Designer: Ellen Schlanbusch
* ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Pair of Brutalist Candle Holders in Patinated Bronze 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Pair of Brutalist Candle Holders in Patinated Bronze 1960s.
Beautiful pair of brutalist style candle holders in patinated bronze. Heavy quality and execution, very nice brutalist de...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brutalist Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Purple Amethyst Crystal Cluster with Flower Stalactite Formation
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Sparkly, Rare Grape Jelly Amethyst Cluster with Intense Deep‑Purple Druzy on Quartz
▫️ Description
This natural Grape Jelly Amethyst geode cluster is a true masterpiece of nature, ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
1970s French Ceramic Cauliflower Soup Tureen with Lid and Matching Base
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970s French Ceramic Cauliflower Soup Tureen with Lid and Matching Base – Realistic & Decorative
Description:
This charming and original French ceramic soup tureen, crafted in the 1...
Category
1970s French French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
German 1960s Junghans Pendulum + Weights + Gong Wall Clock
Located in Krefeld, DE
Wall clock Design & produced by Junghans in 1960s. Brass metal and Teak wood. Mechanical movement and gong is in good working condition. Very nice gong but if you don't like it is po...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Atlanta Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning original 1960s Atlanta sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful brass sunburst surrounding illustrating perfectly the mood of the decade. It is battery operated by...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Brass
Antique Italian Grand Tour Bronze Spinario Boy with Thorn Figure Greek Statue
Located in Wilton, CT
Antique Italian bronze figure picking a thorn from his foot, circa late 19th century. This figure, known as Spinario (the Spaniard) is based on an ancient Greek statue in the Capitol...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Hellenistic Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Rare Adjustable Wrought Iron Desk or Piano Lamp Amsterdamse School, ca. 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
Adjustable wrought iron desk lamp with counterweight, Dutch expressionist ca. 1920.
A rare architectural gem from the golden era of Dutch design. This adjustable wrought iron table or piano lamp, dating from the early 1920s, is an exceptional example of the Amsterdamse School movement, famed for its expressive forms, honest materials, and integration of function and sculpture.
Crafted entirely by hand, the lamp features a sophisticated three-position height adjustment system via a striking counterweight mechanism, a feat of engineering as elegant as it is utilitarian. The heavy forged iron frame displays bold geometric detailing and honest craftsmanship typical of the movement, with meticulous hammer marks and subtle asymmetry that celebrate the hand of the maker.
While unsigned, the design language speaks clearly to the school of Piet Kramer and the greater network of Amsterdamse School designers, whose influence extended into municipal buildings, interiors, and custom furnishings throughout the Netherlands in the 1910s and '20s. This is not just lighting, this is architecture in miniature.
The not original hide-like-fabric of the lamp shade is no longer in perfect condition, but it certainly still is good enough to use on this desk lamp. With this rare lamp you can create the perfect atmosphere on your desk or on any (side)table in your living room, (home) office or library / reading room.
If you like the uniqueness, the quality, the beauty, the workmanship, the condition and the deeper meaning of this sculptural table lamp as much as we do then you will love our price. Especially when taken into account that perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 5 days are complimentary.
Maximum height adjustable x width x depth: 14,5 till 21 x 5.7 x 13.5 inches.
*Styling Tips: Art Deco or Bauhaus furnishings as counterpoints.
Or let it stand solo, like a sculptural presence on a console or credenza.
We are driven by a passion for uniqueness, timeless, quality, stylish design, and the enduring craftsmanship of the past. Every purchase is carefully and thoughtfully packed — and we look forward to serving you (again).
To explore all our 1000+ listings, simply click the button labeled 'View All From Seller’.
Warm regards,
Henk and the Studio Team
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Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
Azurite With Malachite – 176 Grams
Located in New York, NY
This bold Azurite specimen with accenting Malachite features an abundance of sparkling royal blue Azurite crystals set off by blossoms of vivid malachite. The deep color saturation a...
Category
2010s Moroccan Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Malachite
Italian Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, & Moss Agate Table Box, Vermeil Hinge, 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, and Moss Agate Table Box with Vermeil Hinge, Circa 1970s
A refined and sculptural Italian table box dating to the 1970s, expertly composed of thr...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Silver
Bruno Cassinari Italian Art Horse Sculpture Bronze 13/28
Located in Brescia, IT
"Horse Head"
Bruno Cassinari
Italy, 1970
Bronze Sculpture
Artist Sign engraved on the bronze base
Limited Edition 13/28
Excellent Condition
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Vintage French Ceramic Vase by Accolay (circa 1960s)
Located in London, GB
French ceramic vase by Accolay (Circa 1960s). An elegantly elongated flower vase with both matt and lustrous black sections provides surprise and delight. The shape takes inspiration...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$1,203 Sale Price
20% Off
Bahria Malachite Jewelry Box by Obsydian Stone
Located in Milan, IT
This jewelry box in precious malachite strikes with its sensual and unrepeatable traceries. Its bright tones of green - inspired by the ancient Bahria oasis dedicated to Osiris, godd...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone
$3,703 / item
Museum Quality Dioptase With Plancheite on Calcite
Located in New York, NY
This vibrantly contrasting specimen showcases moderate to large sized emerald-green Dioptase crystals crowning a matrix of glassily crystallized and beautifully Calcite, dotted with ...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Italian Mid Century sewing box made of walnut wood with fold-out compartments
Located in München, DE
Original Mid-Century Modern fold-out sewing box in very good vintage condition. Made in Italy.
Made of walnut.
A stunningly beautiful decorative Italian design from the 1950s with ma...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Citorio Labradorite Obelisk Sculpture by Obsydian Stone
Located in Milan, IT
This obelisk-shaped sculpture in precious labradorite was inspired by the obelisk twins in Rome and Istanbul. Masterfully sculpted and enriched with luxe brass details, its silhouett...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone
$14,818 / item
Large 19th Century French Glazed Yellow Confit Pot
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely large antique 19th century French confit pot with drippy mustard yellow glaze from the South of France, Castelnaudary. This pot or planter is hand thrown with charming handl...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Stig Lindberg Unique Ceramic Cylindrical Bowl Planter in Oxblood for Gustavsberg
Located in Troy, MI
Large unique ceramic vessel by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio
Sweden circa 1960's
Cylindrical form with molten spotted glaze in contrasting oxblood and mossy green
Signed to u...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Signed Hand-Blown Art Glass Vase by Roland R. Correia, Dated 1975
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand-blown art glass vase is signed and dated 1975 by American glass artist Roland R. Correia. It features soft swirls of blue, green, and yellow over a clear glass base, creati...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
art deco 20th century design ceramic horse pink and black decoration 1950
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
French decorative art
20th century design pink and black art deco ceramic horse
Realised circa 1950
Original perfect condition
In the style...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Saint Louis Crystal France Clear Glass Organic Form Decorative Bowl Vide-Poche
By Saint Louis
Located in Torquay, GB
Mid-Century thick walled freeform vide-poche bowl by Saint Louis France.
Large sized decorative crystal glass bowl.
Can also be used as an ashtray.
Etched on the base "Cristal Saint ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Beautifully Patinated Neoclassical Cast Iron Vase or Planter Late 19th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Beautifully Patinated Neoclassical Cast Iron Vase or Planter Late 19th Century.
A very elegant and beautifully patinated cast iron vase or planter with a distinct neoclassical desig...
Category
Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Antique and Vintage Decorative Objects for Sale: Find Vases, Bowls, Boxes and Clocks on 1stDibs
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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